"America on Film" explores the presense, in American movies, of historical subject matter. This book suffers on many levels. Cameron drowns the reader in a host of references to specific films, without going into great detail about enough of them. Second, the author seems bent upon harshly criticizing every film that he discusses. He doesn't seem to really enjoy cinema, but rather appears to focus on what various filmmakers have done wrong, in his estimation. A book of this nature should be critical and honest, true, but "America on Film" seems overly subjective, negative and narrow. He judges a film's quality, in large measure, by how accurately the plot and mise en scene correspond to the conventional historical record. This, of course, allows little room for interpretation, revisionionism or story-telling. He acts as though the value of a film lies solely in its ability to factually offer us the story we already know, when we've known--since at least Aristotle--that we enjoy the arts for their ability to allow us to suspend disbelief, if only momentarily, and find refuge in the world of fiction. Cameron is also weak on vision. He examines many individual films, but lacks the ability to make original insights about the world of film in general. I cannot recommend this text to anyone.

The previous review correctly identifies some of the problems with Cameron's book. Clearly, this is not the place to begin an exploration of historical films (Sorlin and Rosenstone offer much more sophisticated and nuanced entry points into the literature). However, Cameron's readings of individual films are often very sharp and sometimes hysterically funny. For example, take his reading of Bound for Glory, Midnight Express, and The Falcon and the Snowman.

Only an idiot or a criminal would follow the advice this author gives. His suggestions range from violations of employees' privacy (listening in on their private conversations, searching their personal possessions) to major safety issues (keeping the back door deadbolted so no one can get out). As someone who has been both an employer and an employee, I'm shocked and appalled at his complete lack of consideration for other people.

I don't see how any person with a shred of intelligence or self esteem could stand working for an employer like this. I wonder how he finds time to work on implementing a strategic plan for the business when he spends all day snooping on his employees and micromanaging the cash register.

And in case the author ever has a chance to read this review, here are a couple more clues to the mysteries of life:

1. Your female employees are women, not girls.

2. Winning the Superbowl is not the greatest possible success in the world.

Told in a funny and very personal style, Mr. New expertly examines the greatest threat to small businesses: employee theft. There's no white-washing here! New looks at employees for what they are -- people ready to steal you blind if you don't take precautions. Anyone running a small business -- no -- anyone running any kind of business should read this! It sure got me thinking

Good synopsis of psychiatric abuse in Canada, career of Ewan Cameron and the experiments at the Allan Memorial. Unfortunately not a very in-depth understanding of the historical context, which would mitigate some of the more sensationalist conclusions, and of psychiatry/psychiatric procedures. Written from a journalist's outsider perspective.

I found this a good study of Dr. Ewen Cameron the man, though I was disappointed there was not even a photo of him in the hardcover edition I read. Intriguing exploration of the background to the Allan Memorial horrors too. Feels incomplete in its exploration of what actually happened -- i.e. not enough visceral detail -- and it left me hanging as to what happened with the various victims/patients and their lawsuits. (I know the Cdn govt. set up a fund while Kim Campbell was Justice minister for the victims, but was that all?

If baseball star Kirby Puckett were a biblical figure, he would be a cross between David, of David and Goliath and Samson, of Samson and Delilah. Unfortunaely Puck: Baseball's Last Warior doesn't approach the telling of the whole story. It is too much of an abreviation of his life and efforts. It may be that the public will have to wait for Kirby Puckett to publish his own more autobiogrphical life story for us to know what makes the man so generous, likable and thus so tragic to have had to leave baseball playing in his prime. Until such a book is published Puck will have to do for those interested in an abreviated look into the life of Kirby Puckett.

The book is a very basic story of Kirby Puckett that leads much to be desired by the more mature fan. The book while a good read, seems to be written more for kids. As the other reviewer mentioned, a good read but for a better biography we will have to wait for Puckett to come out with his own later in life.

Setting -- Contemporary Seattle

Plot-- The granddaughter and grandson of business partners turned bitter enemies become friends, then lovers, when both of their businesses are threatened by forces out of their control. She's a jewelery designer living in a co-op apartment and he's a successful real estate developer living on a houseboat. The menace factor escalates as do the steamy sex scenes.

So why only one star?? -- 1. There's no romantic chemistry between Paris and Tobias. 2. The rest of the characters in the book are pretty unpleasant. 3. There's some really gratuitous rough sex between some of the supporting characters - not fun to read at all (for me). 4. Because I came really close to abandoning this book midway through because I simply didn't care for the good guys and didn't want to waste my time reading about the bad guys.

Still, in fairness, somebody out there likes this book. It's on the Romantic Times Top 200 books of the 80's and 90's and was a Reviewer's Choice nominee. Just wouldn't be on my list.

I thought it was a good book, pure Stella Cameron: kinky 'bad guys' characters, sensual 'good guy' characters, slightly looney, eccentric friends.

If you liked Sheer Pleasures, there's a good chance you'll enjoy this book.

This piece is very unlike Julia Cameron's other creations. The kit doesn't seem to have much substance - a far cry from the Artist's Way. I was very disappointed by this kit, and I would not recommend it to anyone who has already been through The Artist's Way.

I'm a huge sucker for just about anything Julia Cameron does--I have "The Artist's Way," two of her books of prayers & declarations (& a third on the way), two tapes, "The Vein of Gold," etc., etc. & I love these tools. I eagerly snapped up this box but was very disappointed. The little journal could be sold separately--it's a nice volume & a neat idea. The other contents really aren't worth the money & just under half the box is air (there's a cardboard insert to fill up the space). I suspect this was someone's marketing idea & not something that should've been approved, because it's not up to the quality of all that Cameron has done (& her other stuff is very, very good).

This would make a good gift for any artist or anyone who enjoys writing down their thoughts. The inspirational quotes in the journal are also excellent for calligraphers & rubber stampers. It makes a great companion to the Artist's Way book as well. The kit comes enclosed in a box and includes a journal, 10 incense sticks & 3 stacks of paper disks. It is all done in Asian style graphics and colors.

The disks include reminders to take time to enjoy the little things in life with quotes like "Watch airplanes land" or "Take a garden tour." Quotes such as "Decorate your mailbox" or "Make a painting on an old window" inspire you to create things. Others, such as "Borrow a friends coat for a day" or Wear a disguise to the grocery store" were a little strange and even funny.

The journal has wonderful quotes and though provoking questions on each page. It encourages you to write down your thoughts about them in the journal to help be more creative & gain inner spirituality. Questions such as "Do you allow joy for the sake of joy?" or "What tiny change can you make for the better today?" help you focus on what's really important in life. Quotes like "A mind too active is no mind at all" and "Imagination is more important than knowledge" really force you to think about how you live your life. Though I received this as gift and did enjoy it, I do think it was a bit overpriced for the content.

This is a horrible book. I don't recommend it at all. The 79th New York "Highlanders" were mostly consisted of Irish immigrants and normal New Yorkers. Only 300 actual Scott's were in the unit. They never wore kilts/ trousers etc. Photos from the time period actually show this to be false about the kilt wearing. The stupidest mistake yet in the book, is how he refers to "lieutenant" Todd, when in actuality Todd only reached the rank of Sergeant. His misleading info is a horrible glance at this great unit. I'm ashamed to say I bought the book thinking it was historically accurate...only to find is was the worst book ever written. For a true glimpse at the 79th, get Sgt. Todd's book.

I was truly disappointed in this book. It is filled with inaccuracies, and frequently presents the author's assumptions and predispositions as fact, without sufficient documentation to back up his claims.

The book is terribly biased towards providing "documentation" for those who wish to portray the 79th as a bunch of Celtic yahoos, when the original 79th was nothing of the sort. He consistently ignores the decidedly non-Scottish ethnic majority of the regiment. Again and again, he seems more determined to put a Scottish spin on the regiment, rather than contibute any worthwhile historical research on it.

The only good thing that can be said of the book is that some of the photos are rather interesting. Unfortunately, he also published many modern drawings and sketches without indicating that they are not contemporary to the Civil War, or made by members of the regiment.

It is highly disappointing, as I hoped that the book would not be yet another ex! ample of the usual nonsense and drivel written about this fine regiment. As another reviewer commented, see Todd's regimental history for a real look at this highly honored regiment.

McKnight's "Blue Bonnet's O'er the Border" fell well short of this reader's expectations. First, it is woefully brief: the text of the book is but 163 pages, at least 40 of which are occupied by illustrations or maps. As any student of the Civil War knows, a mere 120 to 130 pages is not nearly enough to cover the exploits of a three-year volunteer regiment. Second, the work is full of factual errors and misleading statements, too numerous to recount here. Two exaples stand out in my mind. Clearly, the author, a 79th New York reenactor and self-proclaimed Scottish enthusiast, has used this book to prove the Scottish identity of the members of the 79th New York. To do so, he has taken liberties with historical fact. For instance, the regiment, contrary to McKnight's claims, was not comprised predominently of Scots. Though at the core of the regiment were the Scottish members of the prewar 79th New York State Militia, these 300 men were eventually equalled--or even outnumbered--in the unit by Irish immigrants. The book is also advertised as the first history of this colorful regiment. It is not. 79th New York veteran William Todd published a history of the regiment in 1886. Unlike McKnight's flimsy book, Todd's work is refreshingly candid, objective, and thorough. If you really want to learn about the 79th New York, track down a copy of Todd's regimental history.

Abandonment of settlment and Regions:Ethnoarchaeological and Archaeological approaches.Please get me this book information.

This book I bought a year ago. It's very confusing. The reviews are written for people who already know the subjects. I have sat down many times to study this book. The only thing I gained from this book is frustation.
I recently have been studying Barron's How to Prepare for the GED test edition 11. This book is broken down more completely. Very easy to understand. Former GED instructors and Adult education teachers are behind this book.

This is the third book in Aleen Malcolm's trilogy of the love between Black Cameron and Sir Alexander Sinclair. This book picks up with Cameron's two daughters, Rue and Kestrel. When I first read this book 15 years ago, I loved it! Unfortunately, it hasn't aged well. Nick & Kes are violent & hit each other fairly often. Kes runs around naked ALL THE TIME & she uses sex as a weapon against Nick. The second story, Rue & Quin is better, more gentle, more loving. Even that said, this is the best of the trilogy. The other two, The Taming & Ride out the Storm have a lot of violence between the two lead characters. I wouldn't necessarily reccomend this book unless you've read the others in the trilogy & want to see how it all ends.