I am passionate for non-fiction books about India so this book was on my personal reading list. I will mention this: Something about Mr. Dimock's writing reminds me of that "lost" writing style of the 19th century. This is an absolutely fabulous book that unfortunately will probably be overlooked time and time again by readers. This is a book I will buy and always keep because it is so perfect in every way!

The great strength of this book lies in its brevity. Two-hundred pages divided by twenty chapters makes for fast reading, covering a wide variety of subjects. Edward Dimock is a man of the world; his depth of experience allows him to write with both fondness and irreverence. Early on he confesses himself to be an old fuddy-duddy, guided by the ancient Manu (like Dante and Vergil), yet is not above numerous and much-appreciated pop references to anything from Mel Brooks to Star Trek. For those of us who know choice little of India (let alone been there) Mysteries of the East is both didactic and hilarious. Dimock's a wonderful writer, quickly establishing a humorous tone while discussing otherwise weighty matters. The rhythm he works himself into had me anticipating his editorializing, even in the midst of the more luxurious description. He's always "on", always has a little something to say about his travels and discoveries, be they an American movie star in Agra or the island of Diu where Dimock "communes with the spirits" (my realization of what he meant by this caused me to laugh out loud; I was finally hooked). Dimock is a witty observer of detail, with a well-educated sense of comparison and contrast. The similarity between Santa Claus and Ganesha is nicely drawn, while the author is careful to distinguish between Sir Richard Burton and just plain Richard Burton. The Indians and Sahibs are allowed to speak for themselves either charmingly or boisterously, quick character sketches that add flavor to the cultural mix. Dimock also knows his Vishvamitra and Herodotus and lets these old-timers have their say. But as he himself writes, "It is no news to anybody that language is more than words", and some very fine study is put into his silent characters as well, everyone from Yusuf the waiter to Nikki the German shepherd. Dimock takes an obvious delight in the menagerie that is India, from thieving monkeys to a charging water buffalo, and a most striking non-speaking role is played by Gopal the elephant, whose astuteness and venerability Dimock compares favorably to his own father. He's correct in describing the glance of the polite pachyderm as sagacious: some animals--say, cows,--look right through you, but elephants look right at you . . . appraisingly. The change of scene in Part III of the book caught me somewhat off-guard as Dimock leaves India and travels to Aden and then back to New England. I thought the whole book was supposed to be about India, but I got to thinking about the title; the East. After all, Aden is in the Middle East, and Massachusetts is on the east coast, and both are plenty mysterious to me as well. The most memorable advice Dimock provides if one is to truly see India is that one must: 1. Meet a maharaja, whether he be sober or inebriated, 2. Ride an elephant to see an outdoor drama without trampling any of the locals, 3. See a ruby-eyed idol deep in a rain-forest straight out of The Jungle Book, 4.Take in a live performance by a cobra and its handler in the street, or at least stumble upon one of the great snakes out in the bush, or (Shiva willing) in one's own bathtub.

Mr. Dimock possesses a perspective on India that, few if any, Westerners will ever have. He is probably the only Western author who has been able to notice and accept the chaos of India. Mr. Dimock aslo has the unique insight of perceiving the order that arises from this choas. In his book he presents India to us as a place of constant comedy the humor of which is best understood by someone who is fimilar with the region and it's people. India comes across as a place of extremes where even the animals have a personality and express it in their own right. The book was funny and nostalgic at the same time. The ideas would have been best expressed in an Indian language but the limiations of English as a language used to recount India is also very amusing. The book is very highly recommended especially to those who live in mortal fear and awe of the place. Thanks! B

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Pierre et Gilles are exquisite interpreters of campy glamour.Their sexy saints,their innocently looking yet sizzyingly sexy boys and girls, are like a sumptous glittering candy. I've savoured their work.

This beautiful produced book , accompanying a major exhibition at the new Museum of Contemporary Art, in New York, is a wonderful introduction for anyone to Pierre & Gilles beautiful & unique combination of photography and painting. I have been a fan of Pierre & Gilles for many years, and have enjoyed all of the wonderful collection of books published about them over the years, but this book was indeed welcomed because it has a lot of their new unpublished photographic paintings. Art critic & curator, Dan Cameron, gives a great overview & history of Pierre & Gille's photographic paintings as well as a complete explanation of all of the images presented in this book. It's very insightful and I learned a lot more than I knew before.

So if you are a true fan of Pierre & Gilles work you definitely should have this beautiful book in your collection, or if their work is new to you this is one of the best introductions to their talented and very unique photography.

These two artist are some of the most avantgard and ambicouis photographers of our time. With their representations of saints and their homoerotic pieces they have something for jsut about anybody. I recommmend this book to anyone who is looking to add a very different type of art to their home library!

This book is so important for Christians to read, that I have purchased two cases of them to give out.

As a church pastor who reads constantly, I would rate this as one of the best books I have read in a long time. Although the title speaks of revival, to me it really speaks more to evangelism and day to day living. Revival nuggets are there, and if that is what you are looking for, read it.

The bottom line is, I recommend this book to the point I would call it a must read. It isn't a 5 star book, it is a 10 star!

If you found it difficult to witness because you don't know how, read this book. It has opened my eyes to the biblical technique that is effective in true repentance. It may even bring you to a better knowledge of your salvation. You will not be disappointed that you read it. I gave one to a friend and he loved it. If we all do our part in sharing the Good News the right way we can truly have a Revival!

My Second Favorite Book! The Bible is #1

The Kentucky frontier in the 1780s is a dangerous place, as Catherine Brant finds out when she is captured by Shawnee Indians in the forests near her home. Taken far from her home, Cat learns the ways of her captors and is adopted into their tribe. At first she longs to return to her family, but then she meets Blue Quail. Blue Quail was born white, but he was captured by Indians at such a young age that he has no memory of his birth family. Feelings of love grow between Cat and Blue Quail, but Cat still believes she will find a way to return home someday. When that time comes, will she be able to convince Blue Quail that his place is with her? I highly recommend this book to teenage girls who enjoy historical romances. It's definitely worth reading if you can find a copy at a library or used book store.

SUCH A WONDERFUL LOVE STORY . IT IS SO ROMANTIC BUT IT IS VERY CLEAN AND IT WILL LET YOU BELIEVE LOVE IS POSSIBLE IN MANY CIRCUMSTANCES.

This is one of the historical romances that I have enjoyed reading. It has one become one of my favorite novels. I wish I had a copy of novel like this for me to read many times...

I guess this is the same story as the other reviews - I loved this book when I was a young girl and checked it out of the library several times. I recently purchased a used version of the book and enjoyed it all over again - more than 30 years after I first read it. Eleanor Cameron's style lets your imagination run away but in a believable way. I recommend this book for young and formerly young people everywhere.

I have thought of this book often ever since I first read it as a child. I couldn't remember the name nor the author but knew it immediately when I came across it recently at the library. I agree with the previous review, Cameron's writing is mystical yet natural. I reread it and was instantly taken to that otherwordly realm full of shadows and possibilities, a place where the natural world and the fantasy world coexist. All of Cameron's books are written with a richness and beauty that challenge the young reader while entertaining her. I recommend any of Cameron's books most enthusiastically.

I fell in love with this book in the fourth grade and still read it periodically. Superstition and magic play a part in this story of a young girl searching for her place in the world. This is not really a fantasy; the plot is very down-to-earth, but Cameron's writing has a mystical feel to it that delights without creating over-imaginative horrors. Excellent for 4th and 5th grade readers, but interesting enough for older readers as well. Definitely a book to remember.

For those of us who have learned to begin our days with morning pages, this calendar provides little reminders of the "artist's way" journey. While very much an engagement calendar, it does not scream "DO THIS NOW." Instead, it gently suggests a creative task for the week. This is a gorgeous calendar that will serve well, whether you've read The Artist's Way or not. I plan to buy one every year as long as they are available.

I have not read the Artist's Way, but you don't have to in order to become inspired. Each month and each week has a meditation or exercise to become more creative or more in tune with your spiritual side. The graphics are lovely, the paperstock is of the finest quality, and there is plenty of room to enter your engagements. I am very picky about my engagement calendars since I have to live w/ it for a year... this is one which will become a favorite for sure!

After reading this book I now know how little I really understood the Y2K situation. The author provides common sense recommendations giving practical advise from a wide range of sources. Smooth, fast reading, installing confidence for the formulation of my own plan of action! I will be ready for whatever comes! This book is definitely a must for preparing for the new year ahead. I highly recommend it!

I have read this book, and used it to prepare. I am impressed that it did not get hysterical, but gave good, common-sense help.

This is a great reference for students of British Ecclesiastical history, or for British historians. John Knox and the Coventers are all covered in this text as well as many other aspects of the great reformation country. Excellent referance for Pastors looking for illustration material as well.

This is a fascinating encyclopaedia of Scottish history as it relates to the church. (Most Scottish History had something to do with the church and its reformation) Not a book one would read from cover to cover, but a ready reference which has had me following one reference to another gaining wonderful insights to the otherwise shadowy realms of how the Christian faith has shaped Scotland and given the nation a significance in world history disproportionate to its size. I'll never part with my copy.

Jack Parsons is not merely talking about something, he has something to say about almost everything in life, and poses it from a deep perspective everyone can agree with. His words are hard to come by these days as the world today is all up in turmoil, he lets the dust settle and clears the path, or shows you how to find your own.
This little book is well worth (what some call) time.

This amazing compendium of essays, by the most occult scientist of the American space program, is worth all the magickal force you'll spend to find it. Written briefly before his 'accidental' death the ideals, emotions and symbolism conveyed become a sword he builds into your mind. The darker side is there as well, from the man who adored the novel 'Darker Than You Think' and 'Moonchild'. Robert Anton Wilson describes Parsons as "...one of the greatest libertarian philosophers of the 20th century." A founder of JPL and memorialized with a crater in his name on the dark side of the moon, this rare book is the proverbial 'end of the rainbow'. Find it if you can, and forget what you might have heard, Jack Parsons is deeper than you think.