This book had a profound effect on me in the way it illustrated how the "spiritual awakening" and prosperity of Canada during the 60's was paid for with the blood of America's children. I find it sickening how Canadians have distanced themselves from this war and condemned innocent veterans, most of whom were just out of highschool at the time...while at the same time praising the draft dodgers who headed north and assimilated into the Canadian population. These veterans need to be treated with the respect they deserve once and for all.

In his autobiography, "There It Is", Les Brown tells of his experiences as a Canadian born teenager, drafted into the US Army after returning to his parents home in California after a summer vacation in his native Quebec. You feel the helplessness he must have felt while trapped in the Kafkaesque draft system -one moment surfing the golden California beaches, the next on the front lines in South East Asia.

Lost in the green whirlwind that is the US Army, the young soldier quickly adapts to grunt life -finding brotherhood among those poor souls lost in the anarchy of a deteriorating war effort. As it becomes more and more clear that the American leadership has failed, Les becomes increasingly defiant. While in the most dangerous jungles he refuses to carry an M-16 and even goes AWOL for week surfing the beaches of Vietnam. A truly courageous Anti-War memoir, "There It Is" brings to the public consciousness the demons harbored by one man but belong to us all.

This book had a profound effect on me in the way it illustrated how the "spiritual awakening" and prosperity of Canada during the 60's was paid for with the blood of America's children. I find it sickening how Canadians have distanced themselves from this war and condemned innocent veterans, most of whom were just out of highschool at the time, as "baby-killers" while at the same time praising the draft dodgers who headed north and assimilated into the Canadian population. These veterans need to be treated with the respect they deserve once and for all.

In his autobigraphy, "There It Is", Les Brown tells of his experiences as a Canadian born teenager, drafted into the US Army after returning to his parents home in California after a summer vacation in his native Quebec. You feel the helplessness he must have felt while trapped in the Kafkaesque draft system -one moment surfing the golden Calfornia beaches, the next on the front lines in South East Asia.

Lost in the green wirlwind that is the US Army, the young soldier quickly adapts to grunt life -finding brotherhood among those poor souls lost in the anarchy of a deteriorating war effort. As it becomes more and more clear that the American leadership has failed, Les becomes increasingly defiant. While in the most dangerous jungles he refuses to carry an M-16 and even goes AWOL for week surfing the beaches of Vietnam. A truly courageous Anti-War memoir, "There It Is" brings to the public consciousness the demons harboured by one man but belong to us all.

In this book, Erickson proves that his ability to tell a story is not limited to tales for children, but the real jewel is in the work of Bill Ellzey. I first met Bill as a young teenager, and new even then that he saw things that other people did not see, and that he could get what he saw onto film. As we drove across the hot Texas Panhandle in his blue Dodge (with the windows down!) his dimples danced and shown through an already graying beard, and he began to teach me how to "see" like an artist. Bill's photographs will remind you of what you have seen, or let you see what you always hoped was out there somewhere. Enjoy this book, and let Erickson tell you tales, while Ellzey lets you see the indescribable. What a great combination these two boyhood friends have become!

PS: Bill, I'm sorry that I didn't have enough sons to name one of them Ellzey.

In an overall sense, this is one of the best books I have ever read. Arguably, Erickson is the best author living in Texas. Over and over, I think children would definitely consider him a wonderful storyteller. And, who is a better judge of storytelling than kids. I don't generally read Hank the Cowdog books, but I was very fascinated with the idea of reading this book. It was outstanding. Erickson, a Perryton (Texas) rancher/author, has written a great book about the Canadian River valley. The author does a great job of taking the reader along the journey. Erickson, makes the reader understand the past events and people groups who have lived or live in the central to eastern Panhandle of Texas. I think many would agree that the Panhandle is not one of the most beautiful areas of our world. Afterall, it's not as popular as the European Alps, Hawaiian islands, or even the Chesapeake Bay region - but, it is distinctive. One thing can certainly be said about the Panhandle - the places and people are REAL. What you see is what you get, so to speak. I appreciate John Erickson for being a real writer and a real storyteller. I appreciate John Erickson for writing about something he has a great understanding of.

As a teacher in Canada, it is nice to know that there are talented Canadian poets and this book, compiled by David Booth ( who also wrote the teacher friendly 'Poems Please" )is a fantastic anthology to showcase the talent. The selected poems range from subjects of nature to family and friendship. I especially appreciate " A Mosquito in the Cabin " by Myra Stilborn- a poem read with relish on a recent camping trip! This is a must have for teachers teaching poetry.

This is a really great book. I recommend reading at least one poem a night for your children, I epecially enjoy "unicorn," with its great use of Rococo and style. All the poems are great!

This is one of the most helpful books I've ever read. I never knew there were other women out there just like me. This book is full of wonderful stories that women have written about thier tomboy childhood and how that helped them develop into the women they are today. It also describes how this helped or hindered thier development of a lesbian identity. I highly recommend this book for anyone who was ever a tomboy - gay or straight. It had me laughing out loud recalling my own experiences. It was great to read a book that made me feel normal; like there is a place in this world where I fit.

Share the experience of tomboyhood! This collection of childhood rememberances will help find the tomboy in all of us. Whether you just liked to climb trees, or were an all-out gun-toting, bike-riding, never-wear-a-dress homerun hitter, you will find yourself laughing and crying with this book. This book is not just for dykes, it's for everyone who ever tried to be "one of the boys" at any point in their lives

it gives the inside story what a person goes through to become a mountie

Hard to believe how the mounties were made would like to read more modern comparison with it. More people should learn how our Canadian Police force is made. The hardships that were apparent. I could see clearly how the men and women were strengthened throughout their training. The writers description of the Training Acdemy was so detailed that I could almost imagine being their myself. I now understand that if they could make it through that training then they are clearly ready for any situation that they will encounter on the job.

This book is not only well written but gives an excellent perspective, from the French Canadian viewpoint, why there is a desire to Balkanize Canada. I agree with the reviewer from Iceland that this book would be the basis for a very interesting film.

My only regret is that the book is too short!

As a European, "Two Canadians??" was a very exciting novel to read. I now have a much better perspective of the sentiments both within and outside Quebec as well as the potential gravity of the separation movement on the future of Canada. I always thought that Canada was a melting pot of cultures, very similar to the U.S.A. I guess I have been very wrong! The book is well written and I didn't stop until I finished the whole book. I think this story would make an excellent movie. This book has definitely made me want to visit Montreal on my next vacation. My strong recommendation to the author and publisher is that this book gets translated into the French language. Finally, thanks to Amazon.Com for introducing me to this book so soon after it was published

This is the first of Brad Fraser's plays that I have read. As soon as I read The Ugly Man I became entranced by Brad's complexity, and willingness to be different. I feel that this willingness to go againsed the social norm by producing such a controversial, yet masterful piece of work without restraints or care for what people think make it a one of a kind play. It is raw human emotion at it's best and is full of non stop suprises. The plot is eerie, and leaves you with an appetite for more. Good work Brad!

I began reading Fraser's work for a drama independent study I was dreading to do. I imediately began to become igrossed into "Ugly Man" as well as many of his plays. He writes complex, yet somehow easy to follow plots, interesting Characters with varying sides to each of them and overall, this play will leave you breathless and make you keep on wanting more.

I first heard about this play in the early 90's when it was playing off-Broadway. Being a theatre major, I ordered the play as soon as it became available (I loved the title). After reading the play I was blown away and started to look for any avenue to get it produced somewhere. Finally, in 1999 a Minneapolis theatre company produced a stunning version that won best play of the year. This play touches on the dark side and the pain side and the absurd side and the sexy side all at once. A true classic!

Hmmm...a murder mystery...a gay male hero worrying about jailbait...his best friend (a girl, of course) into abusive relationships...his other best friend (a straight male, of course) who may be more than he seems....

Frasier combines all of these elements remarkably well.

This is a great read.

(BTW: Read this before you see "Love and Human Reamins" if you want to see how poor the adaptation is...although I really liked the movie)

Kwame Dawes is a brilliant poet, critic, short story writer and now add anthologist. He has put together an anthology that reveals the ethos of our generation.He has, again, pointed us in a useful direction.

A refreshing revelation of poetry that moves to the spirit of reggae. This anthology with reggae movements is another "about time" in the publication of Caribbean literature. I salute Kwame Dawes for bringing forth such a rhythmic collection of poems that give homage to so many of the founders of the reggae beat. From Marley to Patra, from the chaos of living in Babylon and beyond. I recommend WHEEL AND COME AGAIN to all lovers and listeners of REGGAE.

Although the technical layout of the book is well done, and most of the historical information contained between the covers is informative;but! if you want a one sided view on what is good to drink,this book is for you.Mr. Jackson has a particular taste for particular styles of whisky which he tends to rate highly.Almost as bad as Winespectator saying that each new vintage of California Cabernet is the best one yet.Mr. Jackson ignors the quality of lesser known,and possibly harder to find whiskies,to support the more widely known products of United Distillers:maybe paid a small sum to do so?Be that as it may he does point some people in the right direction,and if he is responsible for a initiate or two embarking o a trail of whisly discovery,I must applaud,for it is truly the best drink in the world!

Jackson is the king of Single Malt Whisky, more famous than any scottish king. And his book is a must for every fan of malt whisky