A very interesting piece of Great Lakes history.
This is the story of how a small shipyard in Manitowoc Wisconsin came to produce 28 submarines from 1942-1945. It was written by an admiral who commanded two Manitowoc submarines. After a brief history of shipbuilding in Manitowoc the author describes how submarines which had a minimum draft of 12 feet could be transported through a channel 9 feet deep by carrying the submarines in a floating dry dock. There are details of construction, sea (lake) trials and the hazards of taking the dry-docked boat down narrow stretches of the Mississippi.
There are a number of photos including the cover which shows the sideways launching of a sub. Included is a table of ships sunk in combat which totaled about 500,000 tons.
The company has evolved into making cranes, refrigeration equipment as well as shipbuilding and dry dock operations.

I was fascinated by this story. It will appeal to those with an interest in Great Lakes shipbuilding, industrial history, and the US Navy.

This text was VERY helpful. The illustrations and examples were enough to explain the topic without havung to read the entire book.. Also the problems given at the end of each section were very good. Some were tough; however, the author starts you out with easy problems and works up to the more difficult ones. This text definitely is a good learning aid.

I didn't think they could improve on the first version of Galactic Underground, but this new version is even better then the first.

All recipes I have tried in this book I have used more than once. Menu and beverage suggestions are helpful. I wish this book was more readily available. It's a wonderful gift for any cook.

MY MOM'S MOM DIED OF PARCANSIN DIESEASE. HOW HEREDITORY IS IT? JUST CURIOUS!!

First (I am verily a bit emberassed to state the following); however, as many say the truth (and only the truth) will set you free. Therefore, I must state, write and say that I had never heard of George Herbert; nor any of his writings. This book in question, i.e., George Herbert: Country Parson, the Temple (The Classics of Western Spirituality by Wall N. John Jr, et al is not a book in the traditonal sense. It should be seen as a guidebook for the country parson and offers advice on how to comfort and the latter part is on the nature of church terms, e.g., virtue. I would have to classify this book, i.e., George Herbert: Country Parson, the Temple (The Classics of Western Spirituality) by Wall N. John Jr, et al as a great book and a must have for anyone whom is interested in books dealing with spirtual beings.

Although the book is minimal on color illustrations and its strength relies mainly on its text, contrary of what I had expected, I was very pleased with it. It is a very comprehensive study of the work of Nelson, one of the pioneers of American industrial design, giving more importance to the concepts and the process of design, rather than to the produced objects, buildings and exhibitions themselves. The preface by Ettore Sottssass is equally outstanding, as most of his written works are.

With all of the current debate over Bible translations, its hard to know where to turn. Some factions are even militant in their claims for one version over the other. And there can be no doubt that some of the newer translations are indeed lacking. But as a Pastor, I have found the NAS an invaluable study tool, and one I recommend for several reasons. 1 - If you are looking for more precise renderings in the nuances of the original autographs, especially the Greek, the NAS wins the day. Although the English may be a bit halting at times, it becomes quickly evident that there is increased clarity of meaning. Bear with it being a little "clunky", and you'll be rewarded by the treasures of the linguistic subtleties rising to the top. 2 - It makes an excellent bridge between the Elizabethan quaintness of the KJV and modern English. While nothing rivals the beauty and music of the KJV, the NAS still retains a stately reverence and never falls into familial contempt. It is true, there are some textual concerns over which manuscripts were used for translation in the NAS vs the KJV. But the majority of the differences are minor, and no major doctrine of the orthodox Christian faith suffers in the process. In fact, you'll probably find the themes emerging with more precision and clarity than ever before. For memorization, stick with King James. For serious study and teaching, pick up an NAS and enjoy

S.D. Nelson's book The Gift Horse is a beautiful story of a young boy's coming of age. The story teaches values of becoming a man that include all nationalities. The illistrations are breath taking. The colors are vibrant and alive. Drawn in the traditional style supports the traditional way of the Native Americans. A new book is Crazy Horse, the Legend