I recently picked up a copy of "Listen to the Whistle" and found it to be quite informative. I live in Kingston, NY which was the WVRR's northern terminus and still remember the trains rolling off the WV onto the NYC's West Shore line. The book pin pointed specific areas along the line and has allowed me to locate the sites of stations and bridges along the route. I think this book is wonderful. J.D.

When the subject of the Ozarks comes up in South Alabama, the first word to pop into the minds of most people is "Branson". Phyllis Rossiter's book proves there is much, much more to that complex and beautiful part of the country and its people.

Anybody planning to visit the Ozarks, or anybody living there, would do well to invest in a copy. As a travel guide, it shows there is something in the Ozarks for every taste. It provides great suggestions for fascinating, varied and unexpected things to see and the best ways to see them. Ms. Rossiter also gives addresses for getting more information about the places she describes.

In addition to its excellence as a travel guide, A LIVING HISTORY comes with a special bonus: Ms. Rossiter's insight into history and the Ozark culture and psyche. That insight will help explain the reasons for the uniqueness of the area and its people. Even native Ozarkers will come away with a better understanding of themselves. Don't head for the Ozarks without it!

Charles Burleigh put together this collection of mostly black-and-white and some color photos made during his many trips down the Mekong through Laos and Cambodia, published in 1971. If you love the people and the languages of the region, you need to own a copy of this classic. Alongside the well-captioned photos is a collection of sample writings in the Thai, Lao, and Khmer languages. Not a mention of war here, thank God. A restful and loving work which I have poured over hundreds of times since I bought my copy in 1975. It never fails to bring me peace, and it is remarkable that the peoples of the region have retained their culture despite the tragedies that have befallen them. These are people who have much to teach us about extracting joy from daily labor despite a type of poverty that few of us will ever experience.

I loved this book! I am researching a novel, and this book helped me understand this area so much better--and I live near it. It is well-written and informative and reads like a bestseller! A must for anyone living in the Texas valley or anyone wanting to know more about that area.

I really enjoyed this book and I recommend it for alot of reasons. First, the author centers her remarks and attention on the Lordship of Jesus Christ, not man's opinions or ideas. Her experiences are consistent with biblical truth and in no way does she veer from this. She uses the plumbline of God's word. I believe she is balanced in her beliefs about healing and suffering.

Anyone who lives in Southern California should own this book. And even if you don't live in Southern California, this is a wonderful companion for a vist to the Southland. Everyone goes to Disneyland and to the Getty, why not visit some of the lesser known but very interesting spots?

It is masterfully organized geographically to easily help you select a place to visit. Ms. Pomeroy's descriptions are witty and entertaining and entice you to want to visit every single place.

What a wonderful book!!

My kids loved this book and so did I. Lots of adventure, some history and good lessons about the dynamics of friendship and what greed can do. I'm thrilled that my kids enjoyed this book so much, and it was able to pull them away from television and into another, more engaging world.

This was good. I read it a long time ago. Lila got a new paint set from France I think, and of corse, bragged about it. The ending's kind-of different, kind-of expected. Someone messed up Elizabeth's macaroni horse. Elizabeth gets mad and determined to find out who messed up her horse. Read it!!!!!

A book as breathtakeing as the experience Byron Allen experienced. I was surprised to find so many of Byron Allen's books were no longer in print. I first heard of this modern day adventurer from a BBC report. Having the opportunity to visit England recently, I went to a popular bookstore and managed to find a copy or two of his various writings. Mr. Allen combines humor and a great intuitive knowledge to his writings and his travels. For anyone who loves a good story of adventure and daring-do, Mr. Allen's books are a must read. After finding so many out of print, I'm sorry I didn't buy more than just the two while I was able to. Although by no means a how-to book, it is absolutely the way things should be experienced.

Having traveled and trekked in Nepal, we found the Tharu MAHABHARATA very informative. To most travelers, the indigenous Tharu Tribes and their customs are totally unknown. We enjoyed reading the rather archaic version of the well-known story.