The Serbian Patericon is written by one of the finest Orthodox writers in the world today, Rev. Dr. Daniel Rogich. He has authored many fine books on spirituality and Orthodox theology. He is a college professor as well as an Orthodox Christian priest. The Patericon is replete with information and profound insights as to the christian ascetic and contemplative life in Christ. It has many notes which give clear information about the rites and rituals of the Orthodox faith. It is also expressive of how the Serbian people have carried out their christian faith down through the centuries. Rev. Dr. Rogich is a fine scholar and a deep religious thinker.

The Serbian Patericon is an exciting book, in that it gives you inspiring stories and accounts of real people who struggled to be good christians and who loved God and people from their hearts. The Serbs are a great people who have suffered much in their history. But the greatest gift they have given to the world is the sometimes hidden story of the lives of their saints! I recommend this to all young people, and to anyone for that matter....

A friend shared this book with me when we were in a discussion of Africa's Kente cloth, woven with bright colors in narrow strips and then sewed into wider fabric. Seven Spools... is a delightful tale well told and beautifully illustrated. The moral lesson of cooperation is clearly shown. I have ordered it to be a great addition to my group of African books for children and adults.

A great book to share and explain Kwanzaa values. I am participating in a library program and this tales of selfishness and unity from an African folklore is a wonderful way to explain the principle of Umoja. The illustrations are beautiful with rich and bold color. This is a story I will never forget.

The scholarship of the authors, who worked for years to present this important book, reveals a horrible world just around the corner where children are bought and sold for the sex trade across international boundaries and in every country -- including, unfortunately, the United States. This problem is harsh and bitter, but must be addressed again and again until the reality is faced and we, as citizens of the world, band together to stop it. Readers who want to learn more on stopping this evil trade will find this book a solid and reliable starting point. David R. Bannon, Ph.D.; author "Race Against Evil."

I am a double major at the University of New Mexico. Psych and criminology -- work with abused kids. I consider this book, which I have checked out and read via the university library, to be considered a textbook if you are interested in the horror of child sexual abuse. The information is valid -- non-gossipy, enlightening as well as educating. It is ridiculous that this book is out of stock. It is needed out there.

I wish I had read this book years ago! Daniel Owens has written the best book I have read yet on evangelism. I never believed the "in your face" evangelism that some practice was very effective, and this book points to a better way. Daniel Owens proposes that real and effective evangelism requires time and sincere love invested in individuals. Furthermore, we need to be laying the foundation through prayer. Throughout the book, he presents practical and specific suggestions of how to become sincerely involved in the lives of non-Christian friends and neighbors. Filled with anecdotes and very readable chapters, this is one book every Christian would benefit from reading.

Dan Owens is just like me and you but has the words from God to help us all share Christ's love, as hard as it may be sometimes. So many things he has written have shown me that to be a Christian doesn't mean being perfect or even close to it....and simple loving ways to show how my Saviour has changed my life and can change other's lives. Thanks Dan!

This book gives the reader suspense, mystery, action and romance. What more could you ask for?

In "Shattered Alliances", Fein tells a suspenseful tale of treachory, courage, and a man's never-ending quest for justice. Andrew Brown, local architect and FBI special agent in Dayton, Vermont, is on an amazing chase after Jose Tahs, an international drug lord. He goes through much pain and loss before he can settle this case. Read this tale of suspensful mystery and find out how great of an author Fein is. I hope that we can see more of him on the bookshelves.

Coincidentally, I also am in Somerville, MA. I happened upon this only because it was displayed prominently in a local Cambridge institution in Harvard Square on top of a stack of new architecture and art books that I passed by just browsing. I probably buy more computer-related books (not many at all) than architecture these days, but after looking through this I easily decided to buy it then and there. Two buildings I never previously knew existed, but are richly and lovingly documented (right down to the oddball uniforms the staff had to wear during that period in time). Equal parts historical reference and architectural anthology of the two structures. It currently occupies the top shelf of my living room bookcase.

Daniel Abramson is a first-class writer who beautifully handles a large and interesting subject. Hundreds of photos make the book highly accessible. The text perfectly complements the photographs. Outstanding.

I coach a grammar school basketball team of 5th and 6th graders. I gave the team of 13 players a copy of the book for Christmas. Almost all of them read it and everyone who read it really liked it. I read it as well and rate it 5 stars.
The book is about a kid named Josh who moves from a white neighborhood in California to a black neighborhood in NYC and has to adjust. He meets a bunch of kids who like basketball as much as he does and they play pickup games together. Lots of interesting relationships develop. When Josh is not allowed to try out for the school basketball team by the coach because of his appearance, he and several other kids form a team to challenge the school team. They are coached by the school janitor, an ex basketball star who is out to prove the school coach's win -at- all costs approach is not the best one.
The book has a great ending and lots of great basketball action, with colorful players nicknamed Dish, Death and Weatherman. The book also teaches some valuable lessons to kids- getting along regardless of appearance, teamwork and sportsmanship matter in addition to winning, and importance of putting basketball in perspective along with other interests in life. Anyone 10 years or older who likes basketball will really like this book.
Great gift for coaches to give their teams. Enjoy!

I WAS SURPRISED AND ENTERTAINED WITH HIS EXPRESSION AND WRITING SKILLS.

HE HAS TAKEN THE TIME TO DEVELOP THE CHARACTERS INVOLVED AND PRESENTED THE STORY FROM A POINT OF VIEW THAT SHOULD BE INSPIRATIONAL TO READERS OF ALL AGES.

I BELIEVE EVERY TEENAGER COULD IDENTIFY WITH THE PRESURES THAT SURROUNDS THE MAIN CHARACTER IN "SLOW DEATH".

MY ONLY CONCERN IS THE TITLE OF THE BOOK. I DO NOT THINK IT REFLECTS THE REAL MEANING AND INTENTION OF THE WRITER.

I HAVE RATED THIS A 5 ON THE SCALE (...) BECAUSE I TOTALY ENJOYED THE STORY AND THE ART OF THE STORY-TELLING

As a resident of Washington state who enjoys the natural beauty of the area, I found this book to be a most helpful and inspiring guide. The authors are knowledgable about the natural history of the region, and the text is accompanied by many beautiful photographs. I'd highly recommend this book to anyone planning to visit the area for the first time, or to residents of the Northwest who want to learn more about the natural bounty that their region has to offer.

As a resident of Washington state who loves the natural beauty of the region, I've found this to be the most helpful, informative and nicely illustrated guide to the natural areas of Washington and Oregon. The book is well written, with beautiful photographs, and has not only inspired me to visit a lot of new places but has enriched my experience of those places I was already familiar with. I'd highly recommend this book to anyone planning on visiting the Northwest --- and especially to those already living here!

Unlike most of the books of the "Classic Beer Styles" series, Daniels and Larson don't go into the details of how to brew beer. This is fortunate because there are a myriad of other books that cover that topic and the actual brewing process isn't different from most beers. Instead, they cover in depth what imparts these flavors into beer - the malt. They also detail a history of smoke in beers and introduce an intriguing concept; many beers at one time tasted of smoke because of methods used to dry the malt. Today it is definitely a specialty but from Alaska to Germany to Japan, I was surprised to find out how many different types of smoked beers are produced. I was also surprised to find out how relatively simple it is to do it for yourself.

Like in his previous works, Daniels consistently cites sources so you know you are reading fact, not fiction. Larsen's experiences both at his brewery and while traveling demonstrate his passion for his subject. This has translated into a book the truly captures all aspects of smoked beers in a very entertaining package. Read this book and if you don't feel inclined to begin smoking your own malt you'll at least want to jump on a plane to Bamberg, Germany and try some genuine smoked beers for yourself.

I've always enjoyed smoke-flavored beers, but during the writing of this book I found that the range of flavors and smoke-intensities was even broader than I had imagined. In the modern home of smoked beers -- Bamberg, Germany -- we found pilseners and weizens with a hint of smoke along with marzens and bocks with enough smoke to cure a sausage! In addition to detailing the many smoked specialty beers of Germany, we also cover the vast range of smoked beers now made in America.

Whatever your taste for smoke, we've written this book so that you can make a beer that perfectly satisfies your mood. Along the way, we review subjects like the history of smoke in beer and the chemistry of fire and smoke. In the end though, it comes down to practical realities: simple smoking methods for malt and recipes for all levels of brewers who want to make great smoked beers -- from either home- or commercially-smoked malts.

Whether you are a casual brewer with a taste for smoke or just a casual beer traveler looking for new flavors to explore, "Smoked Beers" will add new entries to your beer diary.

Sequel to The Snarkout Boys and The Avacado of Death, this is another great book by D.M. Pinkwater. While it obviously couldn't compare to the origional, simply because the first was SO good, this book is still great. I read the Avacado of Death when I was in middle school (for the first time at least), and didn't discover the sequel until I was in college. So naturally that's a rather long time and my expectations were a little high I'm sure. Still, it was great to see all the characters again, and see Walter and Winston having another adventure. This book is fun to read and I highly reccomend it.

When I read this book in my early nubile childhood , I thought it was just a pretty darn funny piece o' work. Now that I'm a wee bit older and wiser I look back on Snarkout with a sort of awe, respecting it for the sheer genious and underground artistry. Werewolves, crazy speeches, donuts, hotdogs, cult movies, bitter rejects and terrible poets. Every man woman and child should experience belly lauaghter. It deserves to be the first cult classic childrens book.