Hemingway, Steinbeck, Tolstoy et al, will always have a place in the pantheon of literature. In this reader's opinion, this novel warrants a little niche in that pantheon for Davis Grubb, whose lean, muscular and evocative prose propels this thrilling story, driving it toward the inevitable conclusion.

Charles Laughton's movie based on this book was an interesting effort and well done, but if one hasn't read the unsentimental, un-varnished novel, then somewhere a potential reader is missing the juice. Like Laughton's screen effort the novel is indeed pregnant, but not at all unwieldly; rather, the book, slender as it is, is bursting with some of the best writing put to paper in any genre and is as good as anything ever written by the more prolific Masters.

Grubb's unpretentious style looms up from the pages like the reek of the bottom waters at river's edge. Subtle by turns, the terrifying game of hide-and-seek between light and shadow jumps at the most unexpected moments, just like the novel's villain with his knife.

Filled with archetypes and certainly many levels of meaning for interpretation by the reader, this is one novel one won't forget soon. It stalks memory and, personally, I find myself still returning to the book from time to time to savor a magnificently rendered mood, and a time, place and story that is as fresh and exciting now as it was almost half a century ago.

Writing true and honest profiles of such diverse characters, let alone children, is no easy thing, and Grubb's work is peopled with wholly believable characters who truly cast shadows, live and breathe, even in the periphery. This is part of the novel's triumph.

I cannot recommend Night of the Hunter too highly. It's simply a "must read" for anyone who loves good literature, fine writing --and isn't predjudiced against genre. In this beautiful, sinister work, Davis Grubb breaks the mold.

I bought this book in Italy, to read on the trains. I expected a routine crime thriller. It is much, much better than that. The Rev. Harry Powell is well known as one of the great villains. A great villain requires a great hero, and Grubb provides two of them. John Harper is very appealing in his devotion to his little sister Pearl, but it is Rachel Cooper that is the character that raises this book to the highest level. She has the capacity to change your life, with her capacity for goodness. She changed mine. What more could you ask for in a book?

The author's year of death was 1980, not 198

This book would make a lovely gift for anybody interested in textile arts, even for someone with little or no quilting or embroidery experience. The presentation is lovely -- two nicely bound, wonderfully illustrated books nestled inside a snug cardboard jacket. One book features a short discussion of redwork embroidery along with illustrations of exquisitely executed quilts. The other supplies brief instructions (perhaps too brief -- especially the section on transferring the patterns)and a lovely collection of redwork patterns so that readers can create their own redwork quilt. My only quarrel with the book is that a beginner (like me!) might not feel confident with the brief instructions. However, a quick trip to the fabric store to talk to a knowledgable salesperson should dispel any doubts. Despite this small problem, I give the book 5+ stars -- it was great fun to browse through, then to read intently , then to pore over as I selected possible designs for my very first quilt!

Once again Deborah Harding shares a piece of history with us. Her beautifully organized and prodigiously researched book on redwork quilts is a welcome addition to any quilt lovers library. It seems that no stone was left unturned in her search to bring us a comprehensive documentation of this needleart. I recommend this two volume book to anyone interested in quilts. Not only is it a lovely publication to look at, but it educates us in an area of quilting that little has been written about. Bravo Deborah!

This is the "Red & White" quilt lover and historian's dream book! The information contaned within these pages has been so thoroughly researched, it will be difficult to top these books until the turn of the next century. "Red & White" contains the most superior examples of red & white quilts that I have ever seen photographed in any one book. The most exciting surprise are the numerous pictures of the original examples and sources from where the patterns originated. These books are absolutely LOADED! Volume I contains the history of red & white quilts and Volume II contains patterns from some of the examples. Whether you are passionate about your quilt history, or you enjoy making the actual quilts, this book will not disappoint!

Christopher Harding's "The Reindeer Boy" is so uplifting, easy to read, and reveals through a delightful story the inner journey of someone who has found his oneness with Spirit. A wonderful book to read for the holidays or anytime!

Christopher Harding's "The Reindeer Boy" entrances us with engaging characters and a charming story. The tale challenges us to become whole, to accept and reunite our disowned and buried parts, to become the deep-rooted hero in our own life story.

(Stephen Paul, author of "Illuminations - Visions for Change, Growth, and Self Acceptance")

Christopher Harding has done a masterful job of taking us on a journey into ourselves; into facing our deepest fears so as to free us to discover who we really are.

(Bill Guillory, Ph.D. author of "Spirituality in the Workplace")

Wonderful, unusual, & simple ideas from things many of us already have around the house. Lots of good ideas for turning damaged linens into treasured items. Many good projects for inherited linens, as well

There's something for everyone here: from what to do with beautiful antique hankerchiefs to decorative items to baby gifts, etc. The instructions are clear and concise, and the author leaves no stone--or flea market find--unturned. Harding really knows her stuff!

For shoppers of flea markets, thrift shops, and yard sales, or for anyone who has already inherited or accumulated a trunkful of grandma's doilies, this is an enjoyable and useful book. Information about bargain-hunting for vintage tablelcloths, quilts, chenille, embroidered towels and pillowcases is included. Each chapter includes tips on what to look for and how to get the best price. There is also information about how to display and decorate with your finds and the instructions are easy to follow.

If you like the writings of Thoreau, you will love this biography. Thoreau really comes to life and Walter Harding does a great job at aquainting us with Thoreau as if he were our neighbor or close friend. You will love all the stories of his childhood, his many excursions and his never ending desire for knowledge of nature. Also, at the end Harding dicusses Thoreaus's sexuality, which for me was a burning question throughout the book. There is no better biography out there written on Thoreau.

This book looks at Thoreau's life in depth. The first few chapters try to show how Thoreaus young life shaped his older years. Always complicated both in his young and old years. This book also gives great details of Thoreaus many excursions, and the many people with whom he graced with his presence. If you in interested in Thoreau, it would be in your best interest to buy this book, it's the link between his life and his work.

I've alway's been in the habit of reading about the life of an author before acually reading his works and this book has covered all the bases of an incredibly intelligent man. His prose of description was in depth, and at the same time it showed views of alot of his friends in a town full of intellects. It makes you feel like you were there living Concord enjoying the scenes on Walden with thoughts from a perspective that the average person would not usually pull from any kind of methodical observation.

I would read this book again and again for a distinctive and magnanimous outlook from one the most notable Thoreau scholars.

This book has very nice color pictures of the animals. It is not just a reference book. It has more detail about the Invertebrates (distinctive characters, range, habitat, life history, interactions with other species, economic importance ...etc.) It really fulfills the curiosity of the person who is interested in the marine invertebrates.

This book, though having a publication year of 1980, is still absolutely the best compilation of information about invertebrate animals that are found along the California coast. Many of the animals included in the book have geographic ranges that extend well to the north and the south of California, so this book is useful to anyone who lives, visits, or works along the west coast of North America.

This is not a book of taxonomic keys, like Light's Manual. It is, rather, a book that provides a summary of the biology and ecology of invertebrates of the west coast. The authors provide lists of the best research literature for each animal (up through 1980), as well as photographs and line drawings that show what the animals look like.

This is not a field book, per se, but copies of this book are found on the shelves of most marine biological laboratories in the world, and on the shelves of most invertebrate zoologists who have visited the west coast of the USA.

A professor of mine once said, "That is a 'big boy' book." And, as books on invertebrates go, he is right.

This book is well worth the price!

Intertidal Invertebrates of California is one of the well written book on the invertebrates that live off the cost of California. The picture of the invertebrates are amazing along with the through explanation of them. If you are a person who wants to know about marine life, you will love this book.

"My Name Is Sara" gives light to the experiences and what it feels like to be a child, abandoned, abused and neglected. I feel everyone in Congress should read this book! It gives real life accounts from Sara's heart. It is the voice of the child herself; sad, happy, confused, with a slight sense of security. This book can touch so many lives. It brings awareness of the abuse and neglect of children throughout this world. "My Name Is Sara" will touch your heart and strike a nerve.

It is difficult to read this book, but everyone who cares about the welfare of our nation's children MUST read it. And read it again when we begin to forget -- because we tend to WANT to forget -- that there are too many children in America that share Sara's heart wrenching experience.

Those who work with abused and neglected children are familiar with the clinical/textbook definitions of abuse and neglect and their impact on children. MY NAME IS SARA gives the reader a glimpse of the realities that a textbook cannot begin to depict.

MY NAME IS SARA gives words to those unable to experess their pain and confusion, and provides the reader a window into the incomprehensible experiences of abused children.

It is difficult to read this book, but everyone who cares about the welfare of our nation's children MUST read it. And read it again when we begin to forget -- because we tend to WANT to forget -- that there are too many children in America that share Sara's heart wrenching experience.

Those who work with abused and neglected children are familiar with the clinical/textbook definitions of abuse and neglect and their impact on children. MY NAME IS SARA gives the reader a glimpse of the realities that a textbook cannot begin to depict.

MY NAME IS SARA gives words to those unable to express their pain and confusion, and provides the reader a window into the incomprehensible experiences of abused children.

Of all the books available on business development in the professions, this is the best of the best. Concise, practical yet never simplistic, Ford Harding hits the strategic issues of business development, then ties the issues to solid implementable actions. As an advisor to CPA and law firms, I consider this book to be the "course textbook" for learning the subject matter quickly. Professionals don't have time for volumes of thick how-to manuals. Give it to them straight and quickly. This book does that. Every page unlocks another important concept in business development. When finished the reader not only knows the subject, but knows what to do next. Instead of throwing the book in a cabinet, it should be kept in a handy place, and as the professional becomes more experienced, it can take him/her to the next level of understanding, and to the highest reaches of successful rainmaking. A must read for any professional who wants to grow their practice.

I used this book in the planning of a training program for business development activities at the engineering/surveying firm, Psomas and Associates. We needed a training program for every level of staff from principals to marketing support staff. This book was amazing! It made the job sooooooo much easier! The information in this book was nothing short of inspiring and the success we are having in the program is testimony to the quality of the ideas and programs described in the book. I recommend it very, very highly!

I am a consultant in a company which does not have an organised rainmaker system (yet). As such, much of what I read in this book was new to me and I have discussed its contents with my boss. I think that this book will help us to improve our business. It is full of insightful ideas.

The Green Guide to Herb Gardening is a very wonderful book that takes ten of the most popular herbs and explores them fully; from planting, care and nurturing of these plants to the harvesting, storage and culinary uses. There are some wonderful recipes for herbs here and I look forward to using some of them. This book covers it all. A must have primer for any beginner or anyone who who has never grown anything.
But what makes this book special is that it doesn't stop there. This book also covers the herb history, magic and folklore of these ten herbs, being basil, calendula, chamomile, chives, garlic, lemon balm, mint, oregano, parsley and thyme. Then Ms. Harding adds herbal teas, aromatic and ornamental uses and some simple magical uses. This now makes this book a very useful handbook worth owning by anyone.
Easy to read and follow, Ms. Harding explains everything fully and presents the material in a well organized and easy to follow format. This book is well researched, and a fountain of information on these herbs. I am hoping she plans to do another book on 10 more herbs, as I found this one a valuable aid to be used.

Author Deborah C Harding has written a winner in "The Green Guide to Herb Gardening." I can't decide what I like about this book the most, from picking the ten most Popular Herbs, Recipes, Remedies, Magickal Lore or even the format.

Ms Harding has taken the ten most popular herbs, and put together a sure fire way to propagate, prepare and to preserve. With the added history and lore, recipes and remedies, all together. For the first time we do not need 5 different books to learn of an herb. Its all in one. With easy step-by-step directions, wonderful mouth watering recipes, and over a hundred easy home remedies that can save the consumer a mint!

From the beginner gardener to the professional farmer, whether you only have room for two pots, or you have 100 acres. Whether you want to spice up a dish, decorate, beautify yourself or your home.This is the book for you(. . .)

Ms. Harding's book is clear, concise and easy to understand.She manages to present an informative and yet fascinating view intoten of the most common garden herbs--with all the information neededto get you started working with them. Ms. Harding is a multi-talentedauthor, and this book is worth every penny--I wholeheartedly recommendit...

Even though I have been studying the occult for years as well as being raised around it, I never studied much of the kaballah. This book is great for learning the backbone of the study and the Tree of Life, yet for those of us who have been studying in general, it doesn't make us feel as if we have to start from the beginning again. It was a great starter to more in depth books such as Dion Fortune's Mystical Qabalah and others. It isn't a boring read either (though some parts go slow as it is more in depth). I took it with me while travelling for work in between conferences and such. Great book and deefinitely recommend it whether you are a beginner or someone advanced wanting to study a different aspect of the occult such as the Three of Life.

I have found all of Ted Andrews books to be practical, helpful and insightful- this work has some of the most practical tools for magicians studying pathworking and is an excellent reference text

Ted Andrews further develops the ideas and practices of his book "Simplified Magic". In this book he gives the details and correspondences that lead to a deeper understanding of qabala, the Tree of Life and of course, oneself. Ted's "Imagick" approach to practical qabala is very straight forward and easy to follow. The advanced meditations and pathworkings contained in this book really helped to deepen my qabalistic meditations and my understanding of them. Many thanks to Mr. Andrews for getting me started on the path.