It Is I, Joseph is the unabridged recording of Cynthia Davis story of Joseph, the son of Jacob of Canaan, and his adventures in Egypt as recorded in the Old Testament. Ably narrated by Charlie O'Dowed, we are introduced to the politics of the court of Pharaoh, nomadic tribal life, the details and personalities intertwined with one of the most compelling of the Old Testament tales of family and betrayal, hardship and faith, despair and conversion, and eventual restoration and triumph. Exceptionally well written, dramatically narrated, and flawlessly recorded, It Is I, Joseph is enthusiastically recommended.

This classic is quite simply the definitive book on the game of jacks. Researched by well known anthropologist Marta Weigle and written in language that is accessible to any age, Follow my Fancy has the history, rules, and "fancies" that make Jacks the wonderful game it it is. Everyone interested in this "fair" game of skill and fun should have a copy of this book....and a nice set of heavy jacks, and the ball of your choice. Enjoy.

Jefferson Davis is the only American President not to be the President of the United States. In this excellent juvenile biography by Joey Frazier young readers will learn that Davis was a distinguished politician even before he became the first and only PResident of the Confederate States of America. Having grown up on a Mississippi cotton plantation, Davis was educated at West Point and served as an army officer. In the U.S. Senate Davis supported slavery and strongly championed states rights, which made him the perfect man to lead the South. Frazier also covers the years after the Civil War, when Davis was held in prison and wrote his memoirs after being released. Students having to research Davis for a class project will find lots of information in this easy to read book.

This book in the Famous Figures of the Civil War Era series is illustrated with historic paintings and etchings, although strangely enough the only photography is a contemporary one of a statue of Davis. I know there are historic photographs of him, but for some reason this series tends to shy away from such things. Side-bars focus on details such as the impact of the invention of the cotton gin on slavery and the attack on Ft. Sumter. Although these books always refer to their subjects by their first name, this is a solid series for young readers interested in the Civil War.

This was the best book I've ever read about Jefferson Davis!

I was immediately struck by the photograph of a white haired, smiling, smiling Jefferson Davis on the cover of this Cornerstones of Freedom volume by Zachary Kent. Obviously the photo was taken many years after the Civil War when Davis was the President of the Confederacy. However, opposite the first page of text is a painting of Jefferson as he looked during the War. In comparing the two, I have to wonder why these selected the more benign picture of Davis, who could look quite imposing when the situation demanded.

Kent's biography begins with the capture of Davis at the end of the Civil War and then recounts his career. Davis left Kentucky to enter West Point (there is an excellent drawing Davis did while he was at there) and served in the Black Hawk War and later the Mexican American War. Eventually Davis was named Secretary of War by President Franklin Pierce and then was elected to the U.S. Senate by Mississippi. Kent does a nice job of laying out why Davis was the unanimous choice to be President of the Confederacy. Once the Civil War begins Davis is relegated to being a relatively minor figure in events until the tide turns against the Confederacy. Kent includes several stories speaking forcefully to the character of Davis. Following his arrest and incarceration, Davis was bailed out of prison, but never received the day in court he wanted to defend himself; he had stubbornly refused to take the oath of allegiance to the United States that allowed thousands of Confederates to be pardoned.

This book is illustrated with dozens of photographs and illustrations from the historical period. This juvenile biography of Davis does a nice job of covering the story of a man whose life has been overshadowed by those of Abraham Lincoln and Robert E. Lee. Still, the Davis presented by Kent is one who can only react to or comment upon the momentous events in which he has been caught up. However, you do get a sense that Davis was a respected politician who was committed to the South's "Lost Cause," and who would, in the last years before his death, come to symbolize that cause in the mind of most Southerners. As always, the Cornerstones of Freedom series remains an excellent first place for teachers and students alike to turn to when they want more information than what is included in your standard American history textbook.

Varina Davis--Jefferson Davis's wife--is an energetic delight, full of unedited editorial opinions about the people and events surrounding the Civil War. Jefferson Davis must have been possessed of immense patience and calm to spend a lifetime with a woman as hyper as Varina. As well as a good look at the private side of these public people, the letters in the book contain amazing historical tidbits, such as the prophetic words spoken to Davis by President Taylor on his deathbed, and Davis's true feelings on being elected president of the doomed Confederacy.

Illustrations by James Cook (my husband) are terrific

Riding on the hype and legendary "Lord of the Rings" resurgence, I was skeptical about purchasing this book, thinking that it may be a quick exploitive means to cash in on the fantasy regrowth. While this book has many of the recurring fantasy themes found else where, the contributors to this graphic novel have produced a fun, can't-put-it down comic.

The story centers around the person Robin Drake as he journeys to warn the other inhabits on "earth" of the return of the Beast, a villian the others thought had died fifteen years ago. Many of the superheros are cleverly introduced and united under the banner of saving the "world." Some heros take more proding than others, which aids in the story telling. It was interesting using Robin as the central character - considering he has always been a sidekick (even on his own, Nightwing has never really broken out of Batman's shadow).

This move gives the story more force and gives a "Frodo" of the Lord of the Rings" trilogy feel to the book, without copying the material too much. The formula also works well, so why change a genre that works so well - an unlikely hero, who saves the world.

The art is outstanding and many great artist contribute their unquie talents to provide pertinent images as the story progresses. A must for graphiic novel fans, who just want to read a good story, view some great art, and have a nice evening.

It' was a wonderful, wonderful world. I like very much Mrs. Joan Wulff. She was a master of fly casting and has been deepened by meet Lee Wulf. In this book, she is talking about everything of fly casting, so easily for novice with perfect theories. I specially impressed at section for handicapped person. I have never seen like that in any casting books. It was little short, but enough to make her thoughtfull person. It is small disappointment that there are few real photos, but so many illustrations cover it. I think, it would be better to buy a Joan's casting video tape with this book.

Janet Sharp Hermann has done a magnificent job of portraying this giant of a man. It is a spellbound account of a time and a place now almost forgotten. Her scholarship and research talents are made plain by the way she brings out the nature of Joseph E. Davis and his relationship with his family and especially his servants. His forbearance and high-spirited way of coping with the adversity he faced over the destruction of his property during the Civil War and the after-years were inspiring.