One of a fantastic series of 4 chuck full of informational volumes dedicated to a particular geographic area. A must for any rock hound weather you travel or just live in the geographic area of the volume. If you can afford it, get all 4 regional volumes. Start with your area. The location information brake down of the minerals to be found in each state counties is so valuable you can't do with out it. Saves time, eliminate barren hunting grounds and it's so detailed as to where and how you find the minerals. This is just one of a fact full accurate guide series you'll want to have in your rock library. Don't settle for an older printing, this one is reprinted and has been updated.

This book looks like it's going to be a GREAT asset in my mineral hunting! I like the way it's set up, by state and then by county within the state. It lists the various sites, tells what has been found at each site and (by a code explained in the front of the book) where in each site the minerals were (in a field, in a mine, in the water, etc.). There are directions of varying degrees to each site. That's the one thing I'd quibble about -- some of the directions aren't that precise. But I understand that some of these sites are private lands, or not completely documented, and he can't come out and say, "Go fifty feet past the blue house, down a ravine, and to your left." In general, the directions seem good enough to get you close, and after that it's up to you.

He lists the rocks and minerals found at each site and gives some information about the quality at most places, including size of crystals found, color (and quality of color), and so on.

My only regret? I don't know if I'll have time to visit each site he has listed! So many rocks, so little time........

This book is for anyone who loves Alice Munro or Antonya Nelson or, for that matter, Edith Wharton or any other serious writer who works to create a complex and richly textured world. It's hard to believe that this is a first book. It's terrific.

My favorite story here is "A Gram of Mars", because it shows the lingering, telling effects of divorce on the child(ren) of the family. Not everyone has parents who are larger than life and impossibly strong; in fact, if you live long enough, no one does. The title story is so sad and so full of love..."Fugue" is magical and hilarious...and "Holding the Fort" was another standout. This author's writing reminded me of Lorie Moore, Anne Tyler, and maybe Francine Prose, just to give a general idea.

Greg Bradsher has written the definitive archival resource guide for anyone doing Holocaust Assets research. Without this book, you would be lost. For a topic as important and complicated as this, you simply cannot go without this book. I highly recommend it.

DO NOT attempt to navigate the labyrinthine National Archives without this guide as your compass!

This is THE essential "Bible" for anyone interested in researching or learning more about Holocaust-era assets. An National Archives' insider with decades of experience, Dr. Bradsher has written the essential "Guide to the Perplexed" for researchers. In this work, he leads you through the millions of pages of Holocaust-related documents, explaining the records' organization, history, and content.

Dr. Bradsher has produced the most important book ever published about U.S. archival records detailing Holocaust art, insurance, forced and slave labor, banking, Project Safehaven, and World War II economic warfare.

In compiling this information, Dr. Bradsher has performed a vital public service. All Holocaust researchers, scholars, historians, and attorneys will be indebted to him when they read this important work.

This is a sure fire way for MD., VA., & DC residents to learn how to file their own divorce cases. If you don't have a phone, you may not have a lawyer, but if you can read and follow instructions and you have the cost of this book, you can, if certain requirements are met, be your own lawyer and lean to obtain your own uncontested divorce.

I had decided that enough was enough, but was concerned as to whether I could be on my own and still take care of the children. After reading the information provided in this book, I realized that there were legal ways to make my husband help. I was not interested in destroying his life----just taking our children and starting over. Having information that was specific to my state of Virginia gave me the cnfidence I needed to move forward and talk with an attorney.

In the Secret Place provided me with an abundance of knowledge about the African culture and how faith and strength can conquer all circumstance. Ms. Ugbaja story of growing up in Africa and the transformation of her life in America makes me appreciate the little things we take for granted as American citizens. I commend her on her strength to endure the pain she suffered, and the courage she found to endure her situation. I encourage all to read this book and observe how faith and strength can help YOU conquer any circumstance.

This book left me with an impression of thoughts that I continue to reflect on and discuss with others. The author tells of her past and spiritual foundation, which has helped her to become the strong and wonderful person that she is today. This book gave me insight on certain aspects of the African culture that I was not aware of prior to reading it. I give Monique the utmost respect for her courage and the strength that she found to endure her past hurt and be able to tell her story to help others. If you want to draw strength from someone else's courage and receive a testimony on the power of our Almighty God, I strongly recommend that you read this book. For it is "In the Secret Place" that we find the peace and grace that only our Heavenly Father can provide for us to endure all situations. God Bless!

I was captivated from the first page to the last. This gripping tale of evangelical artisans struggling to adapt to an emerging capitalist culture while keeping their producerist principles in 19th century Baltimore kept me up way past my bedtime in order to finish it. Even Dr. Sutton's footnotes are well worth reading!

This is the most informative and well-written book I've ever read. I was captivated by it from beginning to end and I think that William Sutton is the greatest history writer of all time. Buy this book! It's a classic!

Since the collection of "Letters from Annapolis" spans a period of more than 120 years, they cannot help but reflect the events that shaped our nation. For example, the letters of Oliver Batcheller offers a student's view of the news surrounding the start of the Civil War. Upon the bombardment of Fort Sumpter, he writes "the Academy is likely to be rid of those who do not wish to resign just now, and most of the Sourtherners have tendered their resignations." But the book had some lighter sides too. Regardless of the year, letters to parents often included passages like "thanks much for the money you sent" or " believe me...it wasn't my fault!" Thanks to editor Ann Marie Drew for a great work. I would not only recommend "Letters" to any history buff but believe it would be especially valuable to a prospective student wishing to get a closer look at the life of a midshipman

I have read this book over and over again because it is unbelievable. It has letters from numerous former midshipmen from almost the time the 'Naval School' opened, till the time when a man became a Naval Academy midshipman in 1969. It is a great read and it has great details of the life of midshipmen.

It's Wednesday evening. You're trying to think of something new and different to do with you weekend. Your loved one(s) are bored and restless and want to do something different. It's all up to you... What to do...

If you've been there before, there is one solution - this book of great maps. In addition to the detailed accuracy of the maps, there is a great section that details locations of interest, places to go, things to do, phone numbers you can call to make arrangements and get info. This could be the book that saves your weekend!

Stored in your car, it could also be the book that get's you where you want to go without driving to a gas station to get directions. If you've tried that lately, you know that your chances of getting good directions to far-off places are slim to none.

I have purchased several of these books - one for each state that I frequent. Whenever I want to get away, I take them out and see what I can find. We have visited covered bridges, homes built by Frank Lloyd Wright, cliffs and caves, museums and all kinds of historic landmarks.

For the price of a nice meal, you will have a travel companion for many years to come. While you can get maps on the internet, most of us still don't have that at our disposal when we are on the road. This book will be your guide!

I started with the NY DeLorme and was impressed with the accuracy of the maps. One road that was not on any map was on DeLormes, and two roads that I did not know about were there. I have worn out 2 NY and have given 3 to friends/family.

I used to collect county maps for my Sunday drives but the problem was the inconsistency in quality and the discontinuity in road names and the constant change in scale not to mention the advertising etc. that was distracting. I also use gov't topo maps for my expeditions.

DeLorme solves the problems and gives even more. The maps overlap and DeLorme refers you to the next map (page number) intrastate and I wish they would also do it interstate (VA-WV) is a good example. It flows well going West to East or vice versa then the page references are especially helpful going North-South.

The special features such as Lighthouses, Bicycling and Habitats are worth their weight in gold. I find the standard ones DeLorme includes such as lists of state and national land, hunting etc. are very useful. I have seen all but one Chesapeake Bay lighthouse and it just would not have happened if I had to search out the info myself. Likewise, I would not have ridden most of the bicycle routes if the information was not easily accessible. The list of Unique Natural Features was especially good too.

This is a must for someone just moving into an area. It saved me years of picking up on my areas of interest.

I picked up this book while visiting Antietam. The stories were fascinating and really enhanced my understanding of this incredible battle.

I love this book! A must read for anyone interested in the Antietam Campaign and battle.

This book is a wonder! Buy it for your grandchild and read it to them.

Evans has captured Maryland at her very best! I have always been aware of the natural beauty of my home state, but this book showed me some wonderful places I can't wait to explore.