Thisis a very practical book. Starts with a very short introduction to the subject, and describes how alchemical drawings are the equivalent of the well-known Eastern mandalas. Then goes on to describe how to work with, and meditate on, the alchemical drawings in the book. 30 alchemical drawings with explanations follow, and you can meditate on, and integrate, the various symbols in the drawings. Besides it's very practical application, it is very good that the book draws attention to the fact that the West have an as deep and knowledgeable esoteric tradition as the East, and that the West have tools that are especially suitable for the follower of the Western Mystery Tradition. 5 stars!

The Almanac Of African American Heritage features people, places, times and events which shaped black culture and is written by four Afro-American professionals of education and counseling. From the earliest slave ships to cross the Atlantic to modern times, this explores dozens of black trail blazers over the centuries.

Nichols has done an excellent job of taking many different essays from many different writers which reflect the way that Native Americans have been treated since Columbus' discovery of America. This is a must for anyone studying or even interested in the history of Native Americans.

"The American Revolution" is the 11th book in the "American Adventure" series. So far, my nine year-old son and I have taken turns reading aloud the first 14 books in the series. Although the books are aimed at 8-12 year-olds, I have thoroughly enjoyed reading and listening to the engaging stories. "The American Adventure" series is historical fiction at its finest! This is definitely NOT the dry, boring, dumbed-down stuff of my school years...

Readers will "experience" history as seen through the eyes of girls and boys their own age. Combining "The American Adventure" books - numbers 6 thru 12 cover the American Revolution --with a couple of non-fiction books, such as the excellent "Brown Paper School USKids History: Book of the American Revolution" (ISBN 0-316-96922-2), your reader will have a very comprehensive knowledge of this period in our country's history.

From the back cover of "The American Revolution" -

"Stephen Lankford and his cousin, Anna Allerton, are shocked when they see a group of men dump a shipment of tea into the Boston Harbor. Then they overhear a British admiral threaten revenge as a result of this "Tea Party." Soon all of Boston is suffering.

Stephen's parents and older brother are Patriots, willing to risk everything to gain independence from England. Anna's parents are Loyalists, who feel honor-bound to support the king. When Stephen's older brother, Will, asks him to spy for the Patriots right in Uncle Cuyler's shop, Stephen is torn.

Then Anna discovers what Stephen is doing. Will she report his actions to the British soldiers? And will the approaching war destroy Anna and Stephen's families?

This book is not out-of-print. Information about its availability may be obtained from its authors at LeeMedals@aol.com .

This is an amazing book. Perhaps the only one of its kind. In 320 pages with 640 high resolution black & white photos, the authors cover the medals of over 200 societies.

Colonial descendant societies, Revolutionary War societies such as the Daughters/Sons of the American Revolution, Civil War societies like the Grand Army of the Republic and the Daughters of the Confederacy, are all well represented in these pages.

Medals from more obscure groups such as the Order of the White Crane and the Saint Nicholas Society of the City of New York are also represented.

The emphasis of the book is definitely on military and lineage societies rather than on Masonic or other fraternal organizations such as the Odd Fellows or Knights of Columbus.

Information about each pictured medal is included along with a potted history about the issuing society. Why the medal was issued, who it was presented to, and changes or variations if known are described.

If you have an old society medal saved as a keepsake in your family or if you have a photograph of an ancestor wearing a medal , this book may help you identify the organization to which they belonged.

The Concise Bible Survey greatly eases preparation of my High School Bible curriculum. This excellent resource is clear and straightforward. Dr. Adams has given teachers an effective tool that makes teaching and learning the Scriptures so much more manageable. High School students(and other Bible neophytes) will appreciate the succinct descriptions, understandable theology, and basic outlines. Using this book as the frame, deeper study, exegesis, and hermeneutics will be a natural follow-up. Particularly interesting are the introductory materials on Bibliology and the intertestamental explanatory notes.

With its themes of god,the devil and the clash between, Adam S. Tobey has provided the reader with an amazing journey to join his characters through. I am not normally a fan of the genre and I was thoroughly entertained and disturbed through the story. I cannot wait to read the sequel

I HAVE BEEN BUYING THIS CALENDAR FOR MY HUSBAND, NEPHEWS, SONS, ETC. SINCE 1999. ACCORDING TO MY HUSBAND IT IS THE BEST COMBINATION OF WOMEN AND TROPHY FISH. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND FOR A X'MAS GIFT, YOUR MEN WILL LOVE IT.

Ansel Adams' Calendars are always spectacular, with beautiful black and white photographs. He is particularly famous for his photos of Yosemite, and the pictures in this calendar will not dissapoint. You can find this item in any bookstore, but at the Amazon price, it is a real bargain.

Dozens of compelling, enchanting sights: pine boughs and lichen; a magical glimpse of the Oregon coast; The Golden Gate before the Bridge; a gravestone in Edinburgh; a bicycle caught in snow; El Capitan in winter; Cathedral Rocks; The Matterhorn; a sunrise in New Mexico; a Cape Cod barn; dunes in California; the Carlsbad Caverns; tree fungus; pipes and gauges; sheaves of wheat; Mount Rainier & one of the rare moments with people discussing art & many more of up close focus to breathtaking vistas.

A well laid out, clear as only black & white photography can be. Excellent!