Every Tarheel, or any non-Tarheel who has an interest in one of the most important political figures in the South, Terry Sanford, should read this book. Senator in the NC General Assembly, Governor, President of Duke University, and US Senator, this book covers it all. It provides an interesting look at Southern politics, and how our past still effects us to this day. There should be a "Six Degrees of Terry Sanford" game, as he can be linked to practically anybody in the field of NC or National politics. Kerr Scott, Lauch Faircloth, Bill Clinton, John Edwards, The George Bushes, Al Gore, Jesse Helms, Jesse Jackson, Richard Nixon, Elizabeth Dole & Erskine Bowles (both front runners from their respective parties in the 2002 Senate race) and the list goes on. Terry Sanford witnessed great movements in history. The race issue in the South, a political atmospheric change, the wheeling and dealing of politicians. Throughout he kept his values and goals, which helped him become a symbol of Progressive policies, and helped place Duke University into national prominence. This should be required reading!

Anyone who lives in North Carolina will learn much about the state's recent political history in this book. And anyone who is interested in progressive politics should read it too. Terry Sanford's forward-thinking approach to government is an inspiration, particularly in the areas of race and education.

Former North Carolina Governor and United States Senator Terry Sanford is one of this century's outstanding political leaders. While serving as Governor in the early sixties, Sanford became known nationwide for his commitment to improving education in North Carolina.

Covington and Ellis' biography of Sanford offers a great deal of insight into Sanford's formative years and his political career. The authors researched their subject thoroughly, and the reader gains a great deal of insight into North Carolina politics and into the historical forces shaping the country.

Many of Sanford's colleagues, family, and friends were interviewed for this book, and their stories and perspectives add depth to this book. Many of the characters in the book are still active in North Carolina politics, including "Jimmy Hunt" (as he is referred to in the book) who now serves as Governor of North Carolina.

People who still believe that our government can be a force for good, and that a political life can be synonomous with a life of public service, will be inspired by this book and by the life of this outstanding public servant.

Coming as I do from a culturally impacted area (the lands behind the Iron Curtain were no greenhouse for writers or publishers, I can tell you - they still aren't), I only read a few of Mr. Waldrop's stories before hitting on that book and its prequel of sorts, "The Texan-Israeli War: 1999". Pure accident, that. And while the TIW1999 was a badly aged concoction, "Them Bones" simply blew me away. The story moves fast, and moves you deep, and even if I saw some similarities between it and Silverberg's "House of Bones", the dates of publishing are unequivocal: if at all,it was Silverberg who was influenced by Waldrop.
Every tale of Waldrop's that I've read afterwards just reinforced my feelings - this is a man to watch. And it's a pity indeed there aren't as many of us watchers as the man deserves.

i am not sure where i obtained this book from, perhaps a school fete? i was interested by the nice artwork on the front, the contrast of colours, and i know u shouldn't judge a book by its cover, but it was on sale and in a rush so i didn't have time? who knows. Anyway, i've read this book at least 5 times since getting it several years ago, and i just love it love it love it! Altho a little sad, i am yet to read a book that moves me as much as this one. Very enjoyable, and yes, as you can tell, i've never written a review before. if u can get this book, get it!

Why Howard Waldrop isn't revered as one of America's greatest authors is something I'll never understand. I guess it just could be that the way he rewrites history is just not to everyone's taste, but I can't believe this book is "Out of Print" when so many other less worthy tomes litter the shelves and bargain boxes of our bookstores. I was lucky enough to find this in a secondhand bookshop while on a trip to Melbourne almost six years ago.

In 1929, a horse skeleton is found in a mound on a dig in the Louisiana swamp. No problem with that, you might think, but the mound pre-dated the accepted time when horses were introduced to America. However, the mound contained something even more anachronistic; the thing that killed the horse - corroded by time - a brass rifle cartridge!

This is a story of time shifting, what could have happened and what the consequences could have been. From the bombed-out, radiation drenched 21st century (this book was written in 1989), Madison Yazoo Leake, a member of the Special Group, is transported back in time in an attempt to stop the human species dying out completely. Leake thought he was entering 1930's Louisiana, but instead journeyed to a world where Arabs explored America, the Roman Empire never existed, and the Aztec empire extended to the Mississippi. And his back-up never arrived.

Although the concept of future humans backstepping in time to save the human race has been handled many times by many authors (the last one I read was Orson Scott Card's "Pastwatch"), Howard Waldrop gives it the spin only he can.

I live in an ancient country which accepted history tells us was only recently (212 years ago) settled by Europeans, but where someone thinks he's discovered ruins of a thousands-of-years old Phoenician harbour in Queensland (maybe he's a nut, who knows?), where people in Victoria are seaching for the "Mahogany Ship", supposedly the wreck of a Portuguese ship, that when documented by white settlers in the early 1800's was already more than 200 years old. Maybe they're all nuts, but the story is now almost 200 years old itself. The latest excavation in the area revealed a piece of several hundreds of years old European oak "driftwood" 12 feet under the dunes - anachronistic enough in itself to be further investigated, I would have thought.

Howard Waldrop had nothing to do with either of these stories, but they are almost worthy of him. This world is a strange place, and it gets stranger with every discovery. Who knows what could have happened, what really happened? Howard Waldrop is the very best at asking and answering these questions. That's why I love this type of speculative fiction.

I have been searching for a book like this off and on for years, but just recently came accross it. What a great collection of essays and interviews from the artists! I am a teacher/artist myself, not a researcher, and it is so wonderful to have all this information at my finger tips. I hope the editors do more work like this. If you are interested in finding out about what a contemporary artist was thinking, check this book first!

and not only can I not live without it, but I can feel comfortable recommending it to anyone interested in art (especially contemporary art). it is the kind of book I dream about. I want more like it. there are certain genres left out and some of the groupings are too tight, and some too loose, but the fact that the artists are the ones giving the information means that I can research them more accurately, instead of researching other peoples research. A wonderful compilation of essays and interviews.

I have used this text with grad. students and with advanced-level undergraduate art majors. In an era dominated by some pretty thick-headed critical writing, I value the relatively jargon-free essays by a good variety of contemporary artists. More photos, even B/W ones, would be a help however.

bought this book online after reading a small review in the newspaper. within a day of receiving it i had read it and passed it along to a friend, who has passed it along to a friend, who has passed it along to a friend. doesn't help book sales, but certainly zehr's book is transforming lives. what a amazing and positive impact!

This book is essential reading- Zehr captures the symbolic journey through metaphor and ritual that victims of violent crime make in their recovery from inconceivable trauma and loss. Every human being needs to know they have the capacity to recover, and the victims stories documented in Zehr's book give testimony to the ability to recover and transform in the midst of that great pain. As an academic, I was moved by the amount of insight into the process of recovery that a reader can glean from the remarkable photographs and accompanying stories. As citizen of a country with a tremendous amount of violent crime, I felt empowered to learn how other women and men had learned to cope with the pain of domestic abuse, murder, and other horrible, life-changing crimes. Thank you Zehr for giving testimony to the human capacity for recovery.

Can a book about crime victims be described as "beautiful?" In the case of Transcending, by Howard Zehr, the answer is a resounding yes. Transcending is a beautiful collection of personal essays and striking photography that explores the intimate feelings of victims of violent crime.

Dr. Zehr, an internationally known advocate of restorative justice, proves again with this book that he is a leader in this area. More than many of his colleagues, Zehr holds steadfast to his belief in the importance of victim's rights and needs. While his contemporaries are inclined to move quickly into the benefits of restorative justice for the offender, Zehr maintains a conviction that victims must always come first.

As I read Transcending, I could imagine Zehr demonstrating acute listening skills with the survivors he interviewed. I suspect he may have squirmed at times from what he heard; such as a resistance to forgiveness by some survivors, an act Zehr advocates as a peacemaker and a proponent of the Mennonite faith. By declining to edit out bad grammar and even strong expletives that may be difficult for some readers, Zehr has maintained the integrity of this project.

My only criticism of the book is that it doesn't include more victims of crimes other than murder. Victims of child abuse, rape, domestic violence, and drunk driving death an injury deserved equal voices.

Zehr is fond of quoting Vaclav Havel, who said, "Transcendence is the only alternative to extinction." Either one moves toward getting better or is slowly killed by the killer, too. The 39 survivors who share their stories here make the choice - sometimes after a long personal war in darkness - to press on and make something meaningful from their experiences. Because their brief stories, usually 3 or 4 pages in length, are direct quotes, the collection is powerful and honest. The integrity of the words, coupled with the artistry of Zehr's images, result in a sense of having the victims in the same room. As readers, we can almost feel their arms around us and hear their words of encouragement. They seem to be saying, "I think you can make it, too."

This book will give you the inside scoop on the concept, history and day-to-day life of a photojournalist. The book is extraordinarily well written and very insightful. Mr. Chapnick, the retired President of Black Star, explains the "concerned photographer", developing a portfolio, fulfillment as a photojournalist and creative and ethical issues in photojournalism. This book has no peer on the topic.

This book was fascinating. Howard Chapnick's observations and comments on the world of photojournalism were wonderful to read. Reading it was like sitting down to a dinner conversation with a very smart man. His comments on the craft and business of photojournalism were enlightening. This book is well worth the money.

This is the only book any photographer should read. It tells you every kind of career there is in photojournalism and more. Descriptions on how to do everything from selling pictures to agencies to holding on to your self in a world that demands that you change along with it.

It's amazing that the author was able to create an essay on 20th century abstract art in 1834. But this story is much more than that. It is a commentary on the parallels between art and human psychology, and the unreality of both... also, a character study, a mystery, an allegorical tale... all within 40 pages. In keeping with its theme, The Unknown Masterpiece is, on the other hand, none of those things. In keeping with its title... at least in this country.

I dig Balzac telling us about his views of art through the stories of a painter ("The Unknown Masterpiece") and a musician ("Gambara"). You can't go wrong with this one. Terrific translation; I wish I read French well enough to dig the original.

This is such a strange short story by Balzac. The premise is simple: An aging Parisian artist is obsessed over a single painting which he has been working on for years. When his friends finally get to see the work, they see nothing. This is the riddle of the story: what's in the painting? Also, what is this story about? Is it a parable of art or beauty or obsession? It's interesting painters and artists were taken by this story. It speaks of the heart of darkness that is modern art. Kudos for NYRB on this new translation by Richard Howard. The question remains whether we'll be seeing new or revised translations of Balzac's other works.

This is an excellent book for claims processing. I am a trainer for a large insurance company. This book is rarely on the bookshelf at work. It's open on my desk all the time. I am constantly referencing it. It makes my job so much easier. Paying insurance claims can be difficult, but this book makes everything clearer and less complex.

This is a great book. I've never seen a medical claims reference book quite like it. I'm used to having to go through multiple books to find the answer to my questions. This book really does have it all.

As a claims manager, I know the importance of accurate claims payments. This book keeps my staff on track. We buy it every year and it is a must for anyone in the medical claims industry. This book is easy to follow and informative. The anesthesia and surgery chapters are phenomenal! The guidelines are easy to follow and our payment accuracy has improved. There are chapters on ambulatory surgical centers, modifiers, anesthesia, surgery and the field definitions of the HCFA-1500 and UB-92 forms.

If you're in the claims business, it's a must buy!

Anyone interested in exploring spirituality must read this book. It provides a thorough and well documented alternative view to the beliefs of people like Joseph Campbell, Carl Jung, James Hillman and more recently, Timothy Freke and Peter Gandy. Reading this book will raise your consciousness and help you complete your own life puzzle.

This book has impacted my view of and relationship with the Goddess on many levels. Each manifestation: Virgin, Mother and Crone, is examined in a scrumptiously poetic style that speaks to the womansoul. Thorough explorations of each image are complemented by poem/scripts honoring each face of the Goddess. Time is spent comparing the ways of the Goddess to those of the patriarchal God.

Of particular interest are discussions on the topics of the suitability of worshipping a Goddess and no God, and the refutation of the Goddess as Warrior archetype and the notion of the Divine as sexless.

This book has crystalized my relationship with and understanding of the Goddess. I would encourage any interested party to read it.

A wonderful study, backed up by history and archaeology, of Goddess worship through the ages. There are no wishy-washy theories here - rather, everything is backed up by reference after reference. A delightful read, a must for any serious student of the Goddess.

As a native Virginian, I don't know why it took me so long to discover this book. It's a great reference to have for both residents and visitors. I spent the first two hours just looking up points of interest and trivia about the Old Dominion. Virginia has so many historical sites that touring the state is like taking a class on the formation of America. A tourist can visit Revolutionary War Sites, Civil War Battlefields, scenic old towns, and the beautifully restored great houses, like Mount Vernon in Alexandria , Monticello in Charlottesville, Oatlands Plantation in Leesburg and, of course, the James River Plantations. Williamsburg is a must see for everyone.

This book's Introduction gives a little background of Virginia and some general history. The handbook is then divided into the five regional areas of the state. They are the Northern, Central, Coastal Plain, Southwest and the Shenandoah Valley. Within these divisions information is given on the counties and major cities. In each place, the historic sites, annual events, shopping places, museums, hotel accommodations, recreation areas, dining and local transportation are all listed and given detailed descriptions.

I think that the best way to truly critique a guide book is to read about an area that you know pretty well and see how the authors handled that region. All of the major sites were mentioned in my area and the accommodations and things to do were all covered. I checked out the restaurants listed and there were eight mentioned. I would have left out two. One major restaurant was not included. Other than that minor point, the authors gave a pretty accurate description of my area. This book is very concise and I believe it to be a very helpful guide to traveling in the great state of Virginia..

"Recommended for visitors who want to research a trip ahead of time and take the book along for repeated reference. Covers the parks, scenic highways and historic attractions of the state, including tips on everything from shopping and dining to hotels and entertainment. An excellent destination guide." The Bookwatch

Comprehensive coverage of the state for visitors and Virginia residents alike. The rolling hills of horse country, Shenandoah Valley, the Blue Ridge Mountains and numerous wineries are among the state's offerings. Here's a guide to the national and state parks, the cities, towns and villages. Accommodations and places to eat, along with historical sites and attractions.

I remembered having this book in High School. Even then I recognized it's value in helping to build a large vocabulary. None of the other vocbulary books even come close. Words are grouped by type, such as words related to "sobriety". Words are also split into groups with either Latin or Greek roots. No other book does this.
I have searched in vain for a resource to buy this book for my own children until finally ordering it from Amazon. Buy this book for your High School student BEFORE he or she takes the SAT. Thanks Amazon.com for being such a great source of hard-to-find books!

As a student studying this book, the advanced vocabulary within it contains valuable information in order to succeed on achievement tests, essays, and even daily spoken language. I proudly say that this book has changed how I think, read, and feel these words. The format of this book is very laudable (I got that from the book!). Hopefully others will increase there vocabulary for the sake of knowledge and understading.

In searching for a vocabulary workbook to help my son studying for SSAT test, I stumbled into a very old edition of this book at a second-handed book store. I immediately recognized the value of this book. As you can see, English is not my mother tongue language, so studying English for me is a science. I like the way the book builds up blocks of knowledge and goes up from there. I studied it along with my son for six weeks, his SSAT test score jumped from 20 to 70 percentile. We still have a way to go, but I am happy that I found the right tool for our goal. I am looking forward to have my son taking SAT test. I know he will do well, and my English will improve at the same time. Double pleasure! Thank you Mr. Levine.