A very touching look into the life of Anywoman, USA, and those who have touched her life. The story, however, is more than a flip through an old photo album. As each character fades in and out of the story, as people so often fade in and out of our lives, their own secrets are revealed. Some are at peace with the course their life has taken, some are not.

The story isn't only about its main character, Clara. As she faces her fears of leaving the only home she has ever known, those she cares about are facing their own travails. Truly, the story is not about Clara, but about the evolution of the human experience, and all its facets---from hopes and dreams to fears, uncertainties, and regret.

This book really touched my heart. It is richly written and makes one look at the relationships in his or her life in a thoughtful way. It also showed the diversity in the way people age and look at life. I've given my copy to my daughter and recommend it for anyone who values the people in their life. It was very emotional in parts but fulfilling. I wish there were move books written like this now days.

Anne, I enjoyed your book. The mysteries are most intriguing. The characers are most enjoyable. Thank you. I look forward to your next adventure.

A beautiful, well written story of ancient Atlantis. This book has it all! A very compelling heroine, suspense, surprise, plus knowledge of what Atlantis may have been. Very entertaining, you will find it hard to put down.

The Golden Vine is a wonderfully written and beautifully painted book. At first glance, I was suprised at just how thick the novel is, but did not notice it by the time I had finished reading it the same day it arrived on my door step!

Jai Sen's imagination is out of this world. The use of gold ink throughout the story is simply amazing. The artwork is nothing seen in todays realm of comics in the U.S. The details are microscopic and the panoramic pages simply flow perfectly from page to page. Words cannot describe how much I thoroughly enjoyed reading The Golden Vine. I picked up Garlands of Moonlight after all the buzz it received from winning the Xeric award and was pleasantly suprised by the story. The Golden Vine blows Garlands out of the water. For anybody who loves twists on past stories, japanese animation, comics, or just a great book, give The Golden Vine a browse.

Alexander the Great seems poised to make a come-back among the general public with upcoming films which will remind everyone of the extraordinary life of this would-be world conqueror who died before reaching his goal.
But what if he'd succeeded? What if all the lands had been united by Alexander? This is the world of The Golden Vine. Writer Jai Sen has crafted a unique story, a fantasy all the more believable as his meticulous research brings back to life long-dead peoples and their customs.

The three artists who took part in this mammoth project each illustrate a part of the decades-spanning story, as seen through Alexander's son eyes (a son who in reality was assassinated after his father's death). Their work is visually rich and it is a testament to their skill that such different art styles compose such a coherent book.
The characters all come to life thanks to the non-melodramatic dialogues and believable relationships, from Alexander and his longtime companion Hephaestion to Philip, Alexander's short-tempered father, or Olympias, his mysterious and powerful mother.

It is obvious that The Golden Vine is a labor of love for all involved. The printing quality of the book (a golden ink is cleverly used throughout the book and shows that such a device can be used for something else than showing off) is another proof of that.
I'm sincerely impressed by this work. I read a good part of the current crop of mature graphic novels, and I can safely declare that The Golden Vine should be considered as one of the most original and engaging drawn books in recent times.

My family had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Moisa and his wife at a YMCA resort in Colorado. His message made such an impression on my family we still read the books all the time 2 1/2 years later. Not many books have that kind of staying power.
The themes fit right into our school"s current emphasis on "Character Counts" and are an invaluable addition to any library.

Education is a top priority in our home and Great Eagle and Small One has made a wonderful addition to our library! My six year old son, Jacob, and my 12 year old daughter, Christine, both enjoyed this book and learned from it. Page 41 sums up one very important lesson taught by this book. It states, "So, my young friends, when you see people who are not perfect in body or mind, remember the story of Great Eagle and Small One. The Creator loves them each in a special way." Chapters 6 and 7 explain all about the four kinds of Eagles and have beautiful pictures! Lisa Hader President of School of the Osage Lower El. PTA

This is a complete literature unit with connections to Vocabulary, Science, Math, Culture, Art, Political Science, History, Geography and Logical Thought Processes. Vocabulary lessons are particularly valuable.
The sample lesson plan at the front of the book is in outline form for the entire unit and connects across the curriculum. Provided are testing materials to determine the level of learning (answer keys are included.)

I was looking forward to teaching using this Literature Unit, but alas, I did not have the opportunity to teach this grade level, (other than student teaching.)

With a scanner these lessons could easily be adapted to the computer.

This is a complete literature unit with connections to Vocabulary, Science, Math, Culture, Art, Political Science, History, Geography and Logical Thought Process. The sample lesson plan at the front of the book is in outline form for the entire unit and connects across the curriculum.

The vocabulary learned from this unit is worth the full retail price of the book x 3. Connecting the vocabulary to the journal-writing portion enhances the learning.

Provided are testing materials to determine the level of learning (answer keys are included.)

I was looking forward to teaching this unit, but alas, I did not have the opportunity to teach this grade level, (other than student teaching.)

With a scanner these lessons could easily be adapted to the computer.

Arguable New England's finest all-around athlete, Harry Agganis' life represents the ultimate greek tragedy. Blessed with unprecedented athletic talent, Agganis was struck down in the prime of his life. He love of sports was equalled only by his love of family. Nick Tsiotos and Andy Dabilis capture the true essence of Agganis. This is must read for all sports fans.

A great look at the life of an exceptional young man who's legacy should be passed on.

Reading this book was very stimulating but yet very refreshing and informative. The book provided significant theoretical information, but more so presented it in a manner in which the parent sas well as the practioner could easily understand and apply it in working with children with anger.
In addition, many of the concepts and techniques about handling anger can be applied, to a degree, both to children and adults across the board. Thus as a teacher and psychotherapist, I highly recommend this book be used as a guide and resource reference for parents, teachers and other mental health professionals.
Respectfully,
Matthew Williams, MSW, ACSW
Chicago, Illinois

I highly recommend this book for parents. Golden has a way of explaning without directing blame but solutions! Check it out and I am sure you will be as pleased as I am! Many thanks for this wonderful first book for parents

You can literally spend hours looking at this book and not tire of the images. They're so life-like it's eerie. Harold Barkley's strobe photography techniques give the pictures a "3-D" quality that is completely absent in today's "flat" images. Of course, the fact that the stars in the photos are from the "Golden Era" (50's and 60's) make the book all that much better. These stills make you yearn for the hockey of yesteryear, even if you weren't there! The flat sticks, the glossy narrow skates, the bryl-cream donned hair (helmet, what helmet?) - it's all here right down to the ice-shavings littering the goal crease, all in awesome detail.

Frank Selke's introduction is excellent as well. Here is a man that makes no bones about why this was hockey's greatest era. My favorite example - fights were seen as a gentlemanly way to settle differences, not as an indication of a sport gone awry with "violence". My only complaint is that his anecdotes are only a few pages rather than a few chapters.

But the photographs are really what this book is about. Sure, the statistics and history of each player featured are there, but I found my eyes continually wandering from the print back to the image - they're that good. It's tempting to cut them all out and frame them.

This book will be enjoyed by any hockey fan, but if your over 40 it will be a treasure.

Wow! Buy this book just for the fabulous photographs taken by Harold Barkley, a long-time photgrapher with the Toronto Star. Barkley pioneered the use of the strobe in sports photography, and the detail he captured in these bright color photos is phenomenal--the texture of the ice, the meticulously greased and combed hair on the players, the rows of dark-suited spectators in the audience. This is how hockey used to look! The text consists of 1-2 page spreads on individual players of the day. The stars are all here, of course, but more interesting, to me anyway, are the players who've slipped from memory--Andy Hebenton, Norm Ullman, Camille Henry, Elmer Vasko. These names ring bells for fans who grew up in that era, but you seldom hear them now. Yet, here they are, preserved for us both in prose and in pristine photographic detail. This book's a gem.

"Abandoned Autos" examines some of the subtleties of American automobile culture. The photos contained in this work range from vehicles rediscovered in farmers' fields, to several with trees growing through the engine compartment. Such photos are then contrasted wth corporate promotional literature from when the vehicles were new. Excellent stuff for readers who are lured by the path less travelled and can appreciate the beauty and even sadness embodied in these cultural icons depicted well past their prime.

AN EXCELLENT GIFT FOR LOVERS OF (UNRESTORED) OLD CARS.I GAVE ONE AS A BIRTHDAY GIFT AND THE FEMALE RECIPIENT WAS DELIGHTED. INTERESTING TEXT AND LOVELY PHOTOS MAKE THIS A LIGHT-HEARTED ADDITION FOR THE COFFEE TABLE

This book was read to me over 24 years ago by my father and he has memorized this book. I am planning to be a teacher and I plan to use this book in my classes.

This book is about the daily events of a kitten, who lives on a country farm. It is an easy read and flows well with big, bright pictures. From eating breakfast to walks with mother cat this book is great for infants and toddlers.