This was the first book I ever read cover to cover. It is an adventure/fantasy type story. Very enjoyable for the young ones.

I came across this book when I was about 12 yrs. old at the local public library and was loathe to return it when finished. Although the story is about boys, the book explores social and literary territory more traditionally reserved for "stories for girls". "The Hero from Otherwhere" is the story of 2 boys who are opposites in nature and interests. One is a bookish poet, the other an athletic sciene enthusiast. After a schoolyard fight, they find themselves magically tranported to an endangered world. There, friends or not, they must find a way to make their opposing natures work together or perish along with the world they were summoned to protect. As a young teenager, I found the book a relatively easy read and a "ripping good yarn". As an adult, I can say that while it was all that, it also fired my imagination. It inspired me to think about books and themes in ways I never had before. It was a story that encouraged me to looked under its surface without condescending to me. Previously, I had read Jay Williams' "Danny Dunn" series of science novels for boys. If Williams served his apprenticeship with Danny Dunn, it is with The Hero from Otherwhere that he leaves his mark as a journeyman.

If you loved Harry Potter and if your kids love Harry Potter, than this is the book for you. It is like a Mark Twain novel - you should read it more than once in your life time. The story is full of magic and mystery and this reader feels would make a great family film. Wake-up Hollywood!

I very much enjoyed this book, but could only give it four stars because it is a bit out of date regarding some of the instruments of the capital markets. For instance, credit derivatives and total return swaps are used to round out and diversiry bond portfolios especially in structured finance. Tavakoli has written an excellent book on these products: "Credit Derivatives" (Second Edition). These are off balance-sheet products that are a form of financing. Tavakoli also talks about other types of financing which reduce portfolio concentration risk.

For a textbook, this is written in a reader-friendly style. You can almost see the author at the blackboard explaining the concepts AND math in plain English. And yet, very little handwaving at all. On the other hand, this may also present special readability challenges: you may find yourself constantly flipping between text and tables to follow the discussion.

From a pedagogical point-of-view, some of the developments might have been more intuitively presented. For example, the chapter on option-pricing theory should mention the expected-value interpretation. Over all, however, this text does very well on this score.

I particularly liked the survey of empirical studies at the end of each major concept, that discusses the imperfections that other researchers have looked into, and their findings.

This is one of the core reference texts I keep on my desk.

This was one of the texts I had to read for one of my MBA classes. It provides an excellent theoretical background in finance and the theories that link finance to macro and micro economics. It is not very practical however. Not much in the book can be applied. It is a must, however, for any serious student of finance. The coverage of option models is a little light, however. I highly recommend that people have a background in calculus, differential equations, probability theory, and linear algebra before reading this book.

An uneven and loosely connected collection of essays on photography ranging from very instructive (the insight on the cultural context surrounding "The Family of Man" exhibit) to absolutely uninformative (the interview with Diane Arbus where much is made of her reluctance to speak but what is actually discussed after she relaxes & actually gets to talk remains a mystery. Likewise the interview with Bill Brandt where nothing is discussed).

The text is written in a very readable fashion but the style is patronizing and dominated by cliches and commonplace arguments.

In my view, many of the discussions address the concerns of teen-agers interested in becoming photographers. This is perfectly legitimate but it may put off readers who do not fall in this category.

3 stars for the truly informative discussion on Steichen's exhibit and for the lovely illustrations which together justify the purchase.

This book is a companion volume to Bill Jay's book entitled "Cyanide & Spirits: An Inside View of Early Photography" which focuses on 19th century photography. Occam's Razor discusses 20th Century photography in a series of expertly crafted essays on a wide variety of subjects. One essay discusses disturbing images and is especially worthwhile in the aftermath of September 11th. Jay concludes that the "most disturbing subjects threaten our survival as a species." It took a lot of thought to reach this conclusion, which is well supported. I also enjoyed the essays on Diane Arbus, W. Eugene Smith and the explosion of the Hindenberg.

Even if all the essays don't interest you this book is a must read because Jay writes so well and thoughtfully about photography. He is one of a rare breed.

For forty years I thought there was something wrong with me. I never understood the writing about the subject which is my life's blood. Bill Jay has given me a photographic rebirth. I now know the problem is not my understanding, but the esoteric babble of academic writers. I can not thank Bill Jay in the proper terms. --- Yes I may be able to. I will also pass the word.

Amy Joyce's "I Went to College for This?," while a welcome departure from the heaviness and angst of "Quarterlife Crisis," is ultimately undermined by its breezy style and surface-level treatment of the officeplace.

The title is positioned as a kind of how-to for new workers; but for anyone who's (barely) survived the Fortune 500 entry level, it's plain that the author lacks that seasoned, discerning eye, and fails to impart any real use-it-today knowledge (due, in part, to an over-reliance on third-party accounts).

Without a compelling discussion of young professionals' values, fears, and hopes, moreover, she fails to engender that deep heart - mind connection with the reader--ignoring the bigger question of what young workers should actually do with their newfound career knowledge.

I recommend Michael Ball's "@ the Entry Level: On Survival, Success, & Your Calling as a Young Professional." This book really levels with its readers about life as an entry leveler, and truly helps them discover who they are. Plus it's laugh-out-loud funny!

We all go to college with the assumption that we will do great things. Unfortunately, college doesn't prepare folks for what is actually going on in the "real world" nearly as well as a recent grads first 5 weeks on the job.

Having successfully worked and lived through the .Gones and (partially) climbed the corp ladder at the worlds best software company I can tell you that this book is a must read for new grads. The book will level set their expectations and provide needed insight into not only how to survive but more importantly how to succeed at their first real job.

If I had read this book when I finished college I would have gotten a lot farther a lot faster. The author has a way of making it easy--and fun--to read about what is usually the worst--and least challenging--part of your career. She obviously has an insight into the workplace that can only come from someone who has been there and done that. Now, if she could just write a follow up for thirtysomethings!

This concise 150 page 'How To manual' on that most important of steps; Getting to know your creator. If you have recently been introduced to a relationship with G-d but lack someone to show you the way to intamacy with the 'Almighty', then this is your ticket. Joy Dawson does a masterful job at taking one deeper into a meaningful relationship with the 'I Am'

Topic's such as "The Importance of G-ds Holiness', "G-d's gift of Sex", and "Rewards for Those Who Fear the L-rd" take you fearlessly ahead in your quest for Him. Great for young adults about to graduate or considering marriage as a foundation setter for life molding decisions just over the horizon.

A great text to have by your bed as a reminder of G-ds un-ending love, this work will bring refreshing truth to the colorless life we complain so much about at the end of the work week. This is the kind of book you keep for youself and then buy another for a friend or maturing son/daughter

This book is a keeper for all who Love and pursue G-d!

Happy Reading
Cathy

Greetings in the name of Jesus Christ !!!
I was saved 14 years ago. At that time as a middle school student, I experienced the baptism of the Holy Spirit while I was in the prayer meeting in the end of the day of Church summer training. At the right time, I did not noticed what had happened to me and I could not understood God was trying to talk to me. Around 10 year later since then, I was able to pray every day morning to receive answer for my desperate life problems, and during my praying time, I came to convince that God have been continuously trying to speak to me. God showed his evidences so that I may not ignore His voice and signs any more. Samuel , the author of 1 Samuel, 2 Samuel, could answer to God after 3 times of God's call. But for me it took more than 10 years. Before I read this book, I myself had similar experiences as the Mrs. Joy wrote in this book. I was not sure what is the exact spiritual meaning is. Before I read the books of Mrs Joy, I made progress in the knowledge of the Spirit day by day very little. And as a result. I start to undertand a little part of spiritual things described in bible, by Jesus, Paul, prophets of old testament. The slow speed was majorly because I did not make enough memo and prayer concerning the all things which was happened to me. Now I think Mrs. Joy started and established good foundation to start our fellowship and talking with God, Lord Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit, who was known as Triune God or God the trinity. I have lots of things to exchange concerning the topics of Mrs. Joy's books.
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I have been a christian for a long time. Never have my eyes been more opened, nor have I seen so clearly what the fear of the Lord truly means. I have longed for true intimacy with God for years. But until I read this book I always felt he was so far away, intangible and therefore I was unable to really, truly comprehend His love. Joy's book helped bring to life the true love of God and how much he desires intimacy with us all. The fear of the Lord? The age old interpretation couldn't be more wrong. All of this book blessed me, parts encouraged me and yet others convicted me. At times I felt such conviction I would look at it and not be able to pick it back up until I set right the cause of my conviction. What a powerful book! Every christian who truly seeks intimacy with God, should read and reread this book!

The book had an excellent photographic review of Lockheed's history. The text was poor. There were several misspelled words and paragraphs that were hard to read. It could have used a better editor. Ben Rich's book is more entertaining and easier to read.

By probably the best aviation writer in America (in a tie with Walter Boyne perhaps), everything you need to know about one of the U.S.A national treasures. A fine example of what fine engineers can achieve when not hobbled by myopic accountants/lawyers/politicians and managers who place a higher priority on office resources triva than on completing the real tasks and actually making something.
A fascinating history, and a well told story

I really like the skunk works. Even though he witheld information about Aurora. It is about the development of Top Secret aircraft. It is particularly interesting the development of the Stealth Fighter. I like the tribute to Kelly Johnson the creator of SR-71 despite that name was given by a policitian. It was Reconnaissance Strategic but the error stuck. It is good book aviation.

The Scent of Magic was given to me as a gift for Christmas. What I didn't realize was just how much I'd enjoy the story. The author intertwines an exciting and suspenseful plot with great, in depth character development that makes the book hard to put down. The world that is created is special, because it has many aspects of fantasy and several aspects of the real world that makes the reader relate to the story even more than a pure fantasy book. What makes this book stand out from other fantasy books I've read is the unusual twist the author adds to the magical elements. I've read several books about magic and fantasy, but the use of "scent" and politics and blending of spells is very unique to this novel. It adds and element of interest. The story's character development is great and I found myself reading late into the night, wondering whether Ponticar would find a weakness in the Charian army, whether Rolf and Elena would expres their love, whether Lothar would catch Rolf, and wondering just who is Dark anyway. The story incorporates elements from several places and they are brought together in a perfect blend to keep the reader's interest. I reccomend this book if you like to read about politics, fantasy, mystery, love, or adventure. The Scent of Magic is packed with elements many readers will love!

The title above describes it as best as I can.

It's always a pleasure to discover a brand new writer who can entertain you and Seaborg definitely does that. His plot is wonderfully laid out, complex enough to be interesting without being so convoluted that it loses the reader in the process. There are a few surprises along the way and the characters are believable and engaging. Seaborg has a gift for dialog and his story moves along from scene to scene with a seamlessness that many more well-known authors would be advised to copy. I loved the way in which magic was treated in the book, not as something mystical and unreachable, but as a skill that could be developed for those with the talent for it. It was refreshing to see magicians who were real people instead of some eccentric hermit or power-mad fiend who wants to take over the world. Here they are rare enough to be respected without all the baggage so often thrown on for "effect". The story itself is a real page-turner. It's nice to read an adventure that actually has a plot to it rather than the standard "wizard wants to take over the world or save it". Here the magicians are intimately involved in the day-to-day life around them. I can hardly wait for more books by Seaborg.

By the title itself 'Using...', simply means HOW to use Visual Foxpro? It is the best guide for developers who are new and for some who wanted to learn Visual Foxpro as a database development tool. For sure, the learning curve of a newbie VFP developer will be shortened when using this book.

I have numerous VFP books and am firmly a VFP 6.0 user. I have found this book to be awesome for beginner to advanced. Very, very well written.

I've actually found it more usable than the subsequent Que title "Using Visual FoxPro 6" - which has different authors and different approach. Que should have simply upgraded their 5.0 title.

You won't be sorry with this one.

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Simply the best book for learning Foxpro. Mr. Antonovich's style makes it easy to grasp all the new concepts that have come along with Foxpro's adoption of OOP model. Also an outstanding Foxpro and database reference.

Liked this book when I skimmed it shortly after a rave review in NYTimes. Then re-read it recently in preparation for a class I was teaching. What was it I so didn't like? The tone: arrogant or self-enclosed? The vision: self-referential or too zealous. The writing itself: convoluted not clear. So, read it once for pleasure and do not pick it up again.

Rosen's goals are to define, explain, and defend the idea of "public journalism," but he realizes only the last of these. Even here, since the idea of public journalism remains fuzzy, his defense cannot be fully successful. The problem of definition and explanation can be seen in chapter 3--in the case studies of what Rosen (NYU) calls public journalism. These markedly different examples are really nothing more than good journalistic practices. And then in chapter 8 Rosen decries what practitioners themselves are calling public journalism. The chapter with the stated goal of presenting critical responses to the experiments is in fact largely Rosen's response to this criticism. But even though readers will not come away with any clear idea of what public journalism really is, this volume is useful in that it provides a discussion of some of the issues by an advocate who presents himself as a major shaper of the concept. The work includes adequate documentation and a combined name and subject index. For collections serving graduate students, researchers, faculty, and communication professionals.

Many professors probably dream of launching intellectual movements that change things for the better. Jay Rosen of New York University, author of "What Are Journalists For?" has actually done it. His superb, serious and constructive book tells the story of public journalism, a movement aimed at questioning the conventional wisdom of journalists and at re-centering their efforts. Public journalism encouraged journalists to be "for" richer democratic discourse, for example, and to reflect the real concerns of citizens in their stories, rather than each election year's set of "issues" as devised by politicians. Controversial from the start, the movement has had real impact: Sneered at by haughty power-journalists in some major metropolitan media, public journalism was embraced in more open-minded places like Kansas, Florida and North Carolina, and the results have been both interesting and encouraging. In its diagnosis of what's wrong with today's media and its search for constructive alternatives, Rosen's book is fascinating. (With James Fallows' earlier "Breaking the News," this highly readable book is essential information for citizens who care about the way the media work.) And in its careful, fair, thoughtful and modest account of the public-journalism movement, author Rosen actually creates a model of the kind of journalism he advocates--- and teaches.