In the best tradition of its predecessors, the fifth volume of the well-known Eagle series brings a whole set of new articles to discuss the American role in the post-Cold war world. Dealing with main trends and issues of today's U.S foreign policy, Eagle Adrift presents to the reader a very compelling evaluation of the constraints posed to strategic thinking nowadays: the increased relevance of domestic politics in the realm of international affairs. More and more, foreign policy is being invaded by internal considerations, weakening its long time vision. In all three sections of Eagle, the authors contributing to this edition will deal with this pervasive matter openly or sometimes indirectly. For those who wish to have a comprehensive understanding of American foreign policy, this Eagle is essential. Although its analysis lack some of the novelty and ingenuity that their authors ask of formulators and decision makers, Eagle provides a very good overview of America's problems in the scenario. Could our Eagle writers have been bolder? Hard to say. These are difficult transitional times where only one certainty remains: at the end of the century, in spite of flying unknown skies sometimes, the eagle still needs, and wishes, to land in all worlds

Over the years I have read many books about the Battle of Britain and of those I consider this the best. It is extremely well written and describes how the challenges were met even though the pilots were so fatigued. Some bits of humour (Come and meet 145 squadron.Nice chaps-all two of them )throughout it.Brief mention of three American pilots who later left to join the Eagle Squadron.One of them(Shorty Keogh) was so small(4ft 10in) he had to use two air cushions and his parachute pack to see through the windscreen of his Spitfire.

The title of Harry Barnard's biography of John Peter Altgeld was inspired by Vachel Lindsay's poem "The Eagle That is Forgotten," which commemorated the life of Altgeld--the former governor of Illinois. In this spirit, Barnard presented a highly sympathetic account of the governor's life and contribution to American politics, and at times exaggerating his accomplishments.

Sometimes mistakenly branded as "one of those German revolutionists of 1848," Altgeld was born in southern Germany December 30, 1847. His family arrived in a farming community of Richmond County, Ohio when he was three months. After serving as a substitute in the Civil War at the age of sixteen, Altgeld was filled with new aspirations and ambitions that prompted him to travel west where he soon would enjoy a rapid rise in American politics.

Algeld was the governor of Illinois during a very important period in its history. He is best known for pardoning the three surviving Haymarket defendants and quashing some of the labor unrest of the 1890s. Barnard described Altgeld as a "law and order" governor during the Pullman strike. Altgeld encouraged labor to strengthen itself through organization, however, he would not tolerate any threat of violence on the part of labor agitators. Altgeld also palyed a pivitol role in the 1896 Democratic convention. Barnard maintained that every plank in the 1896 Dmocratic platform was revolutionary and entirely the achievement of the Illinois governor.

Barnard presented a clearly-written account of John Peter Altgeld's political career. He effectively placed Altgeld within the context of the general issues facing the nation. These issues included the Granger movement, economic depressions, the labor question, and the debate over currency.

In considering Altgeld's role within the general history of the United States in the 1890s, one can find many problems with Barnard's analysis. Barnard credited Altgeld for the demise of President Cleveland, however, the 1893 depression and Cleveland's role in the repeal of the Sherman Silver Purchase Act were, most likely, more instrumental in the decline of Cleveland's influence in the party then were his ongoing tiffs with Altgeld. Cleveland's defense of the gold standard alienated him from the southern core of the Democratic party. Moreover, Barnard admitted that Altgeld cared little for the currency question until 1894. Altgeld may have dominated the 1896 platform; however, he was unable to prevent the nomination of William Jennings Bryan (Altgeld supported Richard Park of Missouri). In addition, the role of the Illinois governor may have been elevated because the convention was held in Chicago.

Barnard presented convincing arguments to refute a number of traditionally held views regarding Altgeld. Chief among these views was the belief that the Haymarket pardons ruined Altgeld's political career. Barnard clearly demonstrated that Altgeld remained very strong in the Democratic party during the 1896 convention. He cites poor health, a desire to leave politics, and the hard work spent on Bryan's presidential campaign at the expense of the gubernatorial race for Altgeld's failure to gain re-election. The fact that Altgeld died only eight years after the pardons may make it difficult to access the actual effect the pardons had on his career.

The biography is, for the most part, well-written with an excellent use of primary sources; however, it is often overburdened by long quotations which interupt the flow of the reading. An exchange of these long quotes for more information on Altgeld's day-to-day gubernatorial record would make this work more complete. Still, it is an essential source of information on an important figure in American Progressivism.

Because of the lack of short chapter books with urban contemporary Native American protagonists, all public/school libraries should pick this up - especially for NA kids who have just moved from rural/reservation to the big city. It may work best for a parent and child to read together and discuss.

I liked this book. For a first offering by this writer, it was well put together, with good characters and an excellent story line. The fly cover mentions that this is the first of a trilogy, so I look forward to having the central characters fleshed out further.
The story starts out in Roman time Wales, and concludes in Iraq - I don't want to spoil another reader's enjoyment of the story but, I have to say the ending was very topical. I am pleased to have added it to my collection

This is a great book which gives a new perspective to the Texas War for Independence, and the Mexican War. He explains himself very well and blames himself some, but mostly his subordiantes. He is very respectful to the American and Texas forces. This book is a must read for 1840's enthusiasts!

If you've read my review on the first volume of the "Eagle" saga, you know that I wasn't particularly impressed with it. Well, I have to say that this volume had me truly enthraled. Particularly the "debate" between Yamaguchi (? sorry I can't quite keep his name straight) and Albert "Noah." The whole buisiness of 'is it better to train the sheep or the sheepherders?' really had my attention. I found my self arguing with both men. I'm still not absolutely certain that this book is a keeper, but the fact that I was internally debating the characters is a good sign (for me, anyway) that this novel is going somewhere. So far, this has been the best novel in the series. I'm looking forward to reading more. I won't make any other comment than that - I have to read more of it before I can say yea or nay to it.

If you are looking for Eagle guitar tabs then this is it. Complete to the date of publication including many songs not available elsewhere. Lyrics and notes are available on the intranet but tab versions are not as publicizing them are a violation of copyright laws and WB is trying to make sure these laws are not violated, as they should be.

Back to content, there are several unique songs, the main one (for me) being Seven Bridges Road. The rifs are unique and almost impossible to pickup off the record to CD.

The volumns are available individually as well as in the match set however, I believe there is a four or five dollar price break buying the set.

hey, this book was very good! I love horses which is why someone picked it up for me, and was very glad they did! I love stories like this which have two people from different cultures that fall in love. I highly recommend this book to all, escpecially Christians like me. It great!