Tesla's time at Colorado Springs is THE critical period in his life. In his Notebook, we have Tesla in his own words, shifting effortlessly between startlingly original technical suppositions and his characteristic cosmic imaginings. His occasional lapses into reverie, particularly in regards to the fantastic lightning displays in Colorado-both man-made and naturally occurring, hint at the visionary's relationship with electricity on a level far beyond the technical. An inventor by trade, Tesla reveals a passionate fixation with his medium that makes his work personal. In his autobiography, Tesla mentions that as a child he was tortured by continuous lightning-like, prismatic displays whenever he closed his eyes. Later in life, Tesla would raise the shades in his Manhattan office only during lightning storms, at which point he would ask any others to leave, recline on a couch and, according to his trusted secretary, discourse out loud with himself. Perhaps his project was a Proustian one, relishing the real world display of what was once his childhood affliction. In any case, the Colorado Notebooks hint at much and reveal little. Simply, the man was a mystery and he will ever remain so.

This is an excellent resource for those who wish to study about Tesla's experiments. The notes are highly detailed, and clearly show his attempts at transmitting electricity without wires by means of his magnifying transmitter. I also find it a very good insight into the inventor's mind.

For those studying Tesla and his methods, the technical notes are very rewarding, although the casual reader might have some difficulty with the text.

I personally find this book as one of my most valuable resources on Nikola Tesla. It is his diary of day to day events and thoughts during 2 years of research in Colorado Springs (1899-1900). As you read and study this book, it becomes absolute clear Nikola Tesla was a genius with the heart and mind of a pure engineer/inventor/scientist. This book is given my highest recommendation for all who dare to study the experiments Tesla was working on during the turn of the century.

This is a valuabale study tool. It includes outlines of every book, a synopsis of every chapter along with notes to references that need clarification. There are also lots of illustrations, maps and other helps for anyone on any level who is reading God's word. It is easy to understand, but goes deep enough for the serious student.

The Bible Reader's Companion is a very nice concise overview of the Bible with numerous black & white drawings. The comments are interesting and the conclusions are generally conservative and traditional. If you like this book you may also enjoy THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO THE BOOK OF PROVERBS by Cody Jones. Numerous biblical characters are pointed out who illustrate King Solomon's witty observations on human nature.

I haven't read it all yet, but everything I have read I understand fully. You also find some pretty interesting stuff.

This book should be read by anyone living in the Pikes Peak region. It not only shows good history of the Broadmoor hotel, but it shows good history of the entire area (including the Pikes Peak Auto Hill Climb and the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo.)

This is a very well written book providing a wonderful history of not only the Broadmoor Hotel but the land prior to the building of the hotel. It also incorporates a great deal of the history of the city of Colorado Springs. It pays tribute to Spencer and Julie Penrose who were responsible for building the hotel and other personalities involved in the area as well. There are many photographs which bring the history alive. Absolutely worth every penny.

Haley's book on Glenwood Canyon is extremely well-written, attractively illustrated, and exhaustively researched. He does an excellent job of detailing the design and engineering problems, the concerns of the environmentalists, the personalities of the myriad individuals and organizations that provided unput during the planning and construction processs Finally, he shows the reader the engineering marvel that is Interstate 70 through Glenwood Canyon.

I very much enjoyed the technical information and the more human aspects also included. I would have enjoyed more pictures but I know it is already a large volume. It is worth taking with you if you plan to travel the canyon. One can more fully appreciate the beauty and struggle that went on in the building of the highway.

Anyone planning a trip to Colorado Springs will find thishelpful both for the history of the area and the list of sights tosee. It is clearly written and while 4 to 8 years olds would certainly enjoy it, it is obviously intended for adults as well. Its compact size makes it ideal for carrying with you as you tour. A wonderful book and the perfect souvenir of a beautiful city. I heartily recommend it.

Fat/Trax:Colorado Springs is a must if you like to mountain bike and enjoy great views. Whether you are a resident or visitor to the area, this book provides everything you'll need to know about riding the trails in the region except for the current weather conditions...also a must. From novice to expert, there is something to be found for all skill levels in the trails listed in Fat/Trax. Trails defined in this book range from the "just on a whim-'cause the weathers so nice" 45 min. ride to the "better pack some food, water, and a bed-roll" overnighter. Sized for the trail, easy to follow, and priced right, this one inspires all skill levels to saddle-up and "crank" out a most enjoyable ride.

Garden of the Gods: A Photographic Masterpiece of the Garden of the Gods Park and Pikes Peak by Rich Buzzelli is currently in print and is available in book and gift stores throughout Colorado Springs. Rich Buzzelli was in love with the Garden of the Gods and Pikes Peak. He dedicated his life to photographing the beautiful rock formations and mountains of central Colorado. He specialized in capturing the flow of color and texture of nature's activities, specifically the interplay between the sky, the clouds, the trees. and the rocks. Buzzelli was one of the few artists who have paid the ultimate price for his craft. He was killed by lighting while photographing the scenery of Pikes Peak. All those who share Buzzelli's appreciation for the Garden of the Gods and Pikes Peak would be fascinated by this special photo collection.

Glenwood Springs - The History of a Rocky Mountain Resort is not the typical history book. All of the information is there - from the formation of the geology up to the present day, along with a wealth of vintage photographs. However, Nelson's easy writing style makes the history a treat to read.

This is one of the best mountain biking books that I have ever read. I tested a few of the rides and found the descriptions to be accurate. I also enjoyed the sense of humor exhibited by the authors. Is that one of the Ryters on the cover? What a dashing figure!

Solid as a rock, piercing as a thunderbolt, soothing as anointment oil, inspiring as the scent of a rose, straightforward as an innocent heart - Ted's words reflect his Christ-like character, do make the Lord's teachings very alive and securely point the way for those who want to live by them and make them alive in this age of intense spiritual threats and even greater spiritual opportunities.

This is a light read, and easy to understand. The book is set in three sections addressing different aspects of Haggard's plan to " Make it hard for people in your city to go to hell".

Section one is a brief, but interesting look at the work the author has done in Colorado Springs, Co. There is some detail as to the actual church planting up through the growth and health of the New Life church. Some specific and difficult spiritual confrontations are listed here and throughout the book.

Section two contains practical advice on how to implement biblical priciples into reaching the lost of your city and region. This section offers a practical guide to building a relationship with other christian leaders in your area.

The third section gets up close and personal. It was by far the best part of the book. It will cause you to consider your approach to reaching the lost and your personal walk with the Lord. This portion of the book was invasive and will give you opportunity to do some self evaluation. This teaching is important for all of us interested in approaching the Lord's work in the harvest.

We've seen some of these principles working in our town and believe they can work everywhere.

This is one of the finest books that I have read on reaching your community for Christ. There are no flashy bells and whistles that he puts out for the reader, rather, he gets to basics and talks about things that any church can do - prayer, fasting, living a clean life, etc. While sometimes, the calls to action may be slightly simplistic (such as when he says that if you are struggling with a sin, then just don't do it - I mean that sounds nice on paper, but in the real world, you need to power of God to accomplish that), the book is still chock-full of wonderful advice.
If you plan to get only one book to help you and your church reach the lost, then this is a good choice.