The Benford Lexicon, now in a new edition, is simply put, an absolutely essential work for anyone who wishes to understand Gilbert and Sullivan. By using this book, the shellac of years of tradition can be stripped off of performances, and the true wit and beauty of Gilbert, as reflected in the Music of Sulivan, can shine through. It also is quite helpful to the audience member in understanding some of the clever, although now not fully topical, references in these works. (Capt. Shaw, Army-Navy Stores, Knightsbridge, Camberwell a Bower, Peckham an Arcadian Vale... and so forth..)

This book is the first place I turn to with any language question in the wonderful world of Gilbert & Sullivan. Mr. Benford writes clearly and consisely, with a delightful (and occasionally wince-inducing) wit. Highly recommended.

This book is awsome! I have a group of friends where we get together and make these projects. They have easy things and some really hard things. And they have this really cool journal thing that you can hold pictures and stickers in it.

This book is awesome because it is filled with chic and clever easy-to-make projects for girls of all ages. Not only does it feature projects that promote self esteem and creativity, it also is a fun read with plenty of humorous and whimsical graphics and such. I have a nine year old daughter and we were pouring over the chapters choosing which projects we are going to make together. Even if you don't have a young girl in the house, the ideas can be altered to fit any personality. I highly recommend this book!

Arguable New England's finest all-around athlete, Harry Agganis' life represents the ultimate greek tragedy. Blessed with unprecedented athletic talent, Agganis was struck down in the prime of his life. He love of sports was equalled only by his love of family. Nick Tsiotos and Andy Dabilis capture the true essence of Agganis. This is must read for all sports fans.

A great look at the life of an exceptional young man who's legacy should be passed on.

My husband bought me this book because we're moving to Oregon; I'm thrilled with it, both the book and the move. Mr. Sullivan's writing style is wonderful. It is amazing what this guy knows about every nook and cranny of the state. I am eager to explore the terrain the author describes and look forward to reading his other books on hiking in Oregon. Every travel or hiking book should strive to be as informative and interesting as this one. Alas, its rarely the case. This is a special book.

After moving to Oregon a few months ago, I discovered this gem of a book. While most hiking books will have plenty of information about where to go and what to see, I've never seen one that's just plain fun to read before. The book is full of interesting and amusing stories that will keep you turning pages late into the night. And, even better, the places that are described--you can hike them! One "hike" described is through downtown Portland that describes the flood of 1894 (among other things). Sullivan writes, "Chinese locals staged a gala boat race from the New Market Theater up Second Street to Stark and back on First. Winning time for the eight-block course was five minutes flat, a record that is likely to stand for some time." Last weekend I did the Tillamook Head hike (#11). If you haven't heard the story behind Tillamook Lighthouse located a mile offshore, pick up this book and read about it. You won't be disappointed! It's the best darned hiking book I've ever read in my life!

If you have no problem believing in apparitions/inner locutions, and I don't, you'll probobaly find these beautiful
words of our Lord of great interest - inspiring, reassuring,
guiding. I did, and I recommend this entire series. This volume contains fewer lessons than previous ones.

This is a Spiritual Dynamite.(Vol.4&5)

I'm stationed overseas in bosnia, and it can be very boring. this book gave me hope that my life will be better when i get back to the world. we'll see.

I gave this book 5 stars because it has to be at least 20 years since I read it last (read it over and over and over then) and I still remember it with a great deal of fondness. My personal favorite has to be his descriptions of spending the summer in Scituate Mass--my mother was great friends with Tommy and his family and this is one of those books that just gives lots of laughs and reflections.

This book is a gem--just perfect for occupational therapists, parents or anyone working with special needs preschoolers. The book is organized by various diagnoses as well as specific learning situations found in most preschools-circle time, snack, various centers, etc. The numerous classroom adaptations suggested are outstanding. I work in Head Start preschools where the teachers have limited experience and training with special needs kids. I can't tell you how helpful this book has been.

As a teacher in an inclusive preschool classroom and a student of special education, I found this book to be exceptionally useful. The authors provide detailed suggestions for adaptations that can be made in all the usual activities of a preschool environment, such as circle time, art, sand and water table, blocks, dramatic play, snack, and fine and gross motor centers. To make the book even more valuable, the authors discuss a number of different disabilities and suggest appropriate accommodations for each activity according to the type of disability. Autism/PDD, ADHD, Orthopedic Impairments, Developmental Delays, Visual Impairments and Motor Planning Impairments are all addressed. For the most part, the proposed adaptations are easily made and quite successful. Illustrations are provided as well, which may help guide a teacher in implementing adaptations of classroom materials and structure. The design and presentation of the book is reader-friendly and easy to follow, and the tone is one that is quite sensitive to the needs of children with special needs.

My family just finished reading "It was the Goodness of the Place" by Lucinda Dixon Sullivan and we loved it. Riveting from start to finish and set in a fictional town in Kentucky, the book focuses on the power of love to enthrall, captivate, sustain or destroy. Her characters find themselves caught up in events that change their world. Ms. Sullivan gives her characters vivid and compelling inner lives as each tries to make sense of the inexplicable tragic event that binds them together. Murder or suicide? A madman has the answer. "Place" may be the key to redemption for some but for others it may seal their fate. A wonderful writer has just made her debut with "It was the Goodness of the Place"

Lucinda Dixon Sullivan is a spectacular writer.Where has she been? Her story is moving,well writen and perfectly paced.It is one of the books you do not want to end. The charcters in the book are varied and real.While she has her own style it is unmistakably southern but it is the story itself that grips you.

This wonderful book is a story of friendship, caring, and sharing. Take a trip with Hanna as she travels from the comfort of her home to the frigid north, bottom of the ocean, and eventually ends up on an exotic island. At each destination she encounters individuals who are concerned about her well-being and generously ofer to share a little bit of themselves with her. To Hanna's delight, she is eventually rescued and returned to the security of her family and friends. Arelen RB Sullivan is a talented artist and storyteller. Young children will enjoy using her vibrant illustrations to create their own stories. Older children will find comfort in reading about the adventures of Hanna and connecting them with their own lives.

The Journey of Hanna Heart is an endearing story that children of all ages can enjoy. Hanna the heart lives on a tree of hearts and gets blown off her tree. She meets many animals along her journey home. Each animal lends a hand to the lost heart. Hanna enjoys learning about her new friends. All children can relate to the fear of being away from home and all the securities and comforts that come when they return home. Children love to hear this story and delight in the happy enidng when Hanna finds her way home. The story opens many classromm discussions about meeting new people and understanding that we can learn from each other's differences. Each page brings a bright and cheery vision of Hanna's experiences - drawing in all readers young and old.

I thoroughly LOVED this book! What a love story and what an intriguing style of writing the author uses to move the book along like wild fire. I could not put this book down for a second!! Read it in one night. It also looks at the JFK assassination from a first person point of view like no other book dealing with the assassination. I HIGHLY recommend this book. I wish their were more titles by the same author. You will truly love her unique style of writing...stream of consciousness.

I believe this author had a good story to tell and it was at a very vulnerable time in our history during the time of the JFK assassination. Her life was in constant danger, not to mention the agony of raising 3 small children practically on her own at the same time. She seduced a priest and ended up in love and broken hearted, now this book tells it all from start to finish. A remarkable true story