This book is a must read! The rollercoaster ride of suspense begins with the opening page, and does not end until you have reached the back cover. Be captivated by the photos of the Stilton process, including the cheese "rubbing up" shots. Swoon at the photos of the workers as they go through the cheese making process. I guarantee with each turn of the page comes adventure!

I have read this book many times over, and give it two thumbs up. William Shakespeare, eat your heart out!

I've developed a Stilton habit as a consequence of this book. Very enjoyable indeed.

This is far and away the best book every written on the topic. A must for lovers of fine cheeses.

Dragonlance Adventures (DLA), by Tracy Hickman and Margaret Weis, is "the AD&D game source book for continuing adventures in the world of Krynn." It was published in hardcover in 1987 (later followed by Darksword Adventures, Greyhawk Adventures, Forgotten Realms Adventures, and others) and has not been revised or reprinted since. While it does have its own errors (the timeline, in particular, is considered erroneous), many fans feel it captured the essence and flavor of Dragonlance. DLA is a great resource, so if you find a copy, snatch it up quickly.

Margaret Weis writes: "DL Adventures expressed the DL team's vision of the world, a vision we want to try to recreate with our work at Sovereign Press. I will state here, without apology, that DL Adventures will be taken as the foundation for all things Dragonlance with certain exceptions where applicable (such as the flawed time line)."

DLA provides an overview of the world of Krynn and its history, with a focus on how to run an AD&D campaign in Ansalon set after the War of the Lance. These are some of the main sections in DLA:

"Lot in Life" -- Classes specific to Dragonlance: Knights of Solamnia, Tinkers, Wizards of High Sorcery, and Holy Orders of the Stars (includes information on the 21 gods);

"The Races of Krynn" -- Information on the Krynn-specific PC races and subraces: Kender, Gnomes, Elves, Dwarves (and Gully Dwarves), Irda, and Minotaurs.

"Creatures of Krynn" -- Monsters unique to Dragonlance, including Draconians and Krynn Dragons.

"The World that Was" -- Information on Krynn Pre-Cataclius, including a Map of Ansalon, a timeline, NPCs, and ancient magical items: Dragonlance, Device of Time Journeying, Staff of Magius, Hammer of Kharas, Bloodstone of Fistandantilus, Orb of Dragonkind, etc.

"War of the Lance" -- Information on Krynn Alt-Cataclius, including a Map of Ansalon, a timeline, political conditions, climate, NPCs and PCs of the Legends Trilogy (post-War of the Lance).

The Dragonlance setting is strongly based on the classic Good vs. Evil. The book is excellent, as it covers the history of Krynn since its creation to the war that nearly destroyed it. Complete description of deities, NPCs, new races and classes that are very fun to play. Also included are some cards I never figured out, but I have fun anyway. This world promises the most epic campaigns if you are to really role-play, not just hack ns slash. I strongly recommend it. If you are going to buy it, acquire also the novels from this setting. They should really add to your campaign.

It has everything you need to get started in the Dragonlance world, (besides tales of the lance). I would reccomend this book to any and all AD&D players and DM's.

Superbly written in the sure to be classic tolkien style and voice

I loved Your book, The Dragons. I've been writting my own little book and i was hoping for it to be published by you. I've titled it, "The Brown Mage." I have a few chapters to go, and I hop you like it.

The Dragon Lance Saga's are the best available in the adventure genré. The storyline gives you an indepth view of the personalities of the characters. All in all these books are prime reading material for the ones hungry for adventure

Hard to improve on the previous editions, however, I like the tremendous online support that accompanies this newest edition. As always the text is consistantly readable, and the authors do a good job of dealing with the broad scope of the subject.

The Integrated Principles of Zoology is the most thorough of the three in the Hickman/Zoology series. For a collegiate zoology/animal biology course, you can't find anything better. The 5th edition was the college/university standard back in 1975 when I took Zoology, and in the 11th edition is still the standard now when I teach Zoology. The text has been significantly revised since the 10th edition, with a terrific art program.

This book told me everything I needed to know about zoology. It had a glossary in the back for words I didn't recognize and it was very informative. It is made like a text book for high school or college students.

I love this book. It really helps to put things in focus. How do you weigh the importance of family time with business time? Mr. Hickman is a gifted speaker and a great writer who kindly shares some of his experiences. You won't be able to put his book down. I've loaned my copy to my mother who passed it on to my father, who's passed it on to one of his friends, etc. I guess I'll have to buy another copy! :)

In today's hectic business world demands are put on the worker that can seem overwhelming. This book sheds light on the stuff that really matters and WILL help the people of today's working class be a success not only in thier businesses but in thier relational and personal lives. I know this to be true because of my own success after following the principles in this book. A MUST READ!!!!

There are certainly no "apologies" to be made for the powerful, poignant, personal and fun "stuff" that Andy Hickman presents to us on how to live our lives! Andy points out, from the start, that he makes no apologies for what he writes---and rightfully so.

The book parallels much of what Andy often presents to his audiences as a professional speaker. Using humor, poignant dialogue, and personal experience, Andy reveals that we, as "human-becomings," really do need to sweat the small stuff in life. And, in doing so, we become better individuals...in the lives of those around us, as well as in the eyes of our maker--a higher power that we acknowledge as the real "STUFF" that can make a real difference in our lives.

Be it our role as a business-person, parent, child, husband, wife, friend, student-- Andy makes it clear that we, as individuals, have a personal responsibility for the choices and commitments we make in life. In honoring these, we recognize that wiping the "sweat" off of the small things in life really does matter!

A quick, yet poignantly powerful, and enlightening read. You will admire Andy's candor, humor, wit and inspiration! (You also get a peek at Andy's popular stage message...the power of magic is YOU! )

I work with Jim Hickman's brother Joe. He (Joe), is also my best friend, not to mention a brilliant Pharmacist. When Joe and Jim were kids they had the standard "I.Q" test that the Dept. of Education deemed necessary to determine how many lights were on and who was home. According to Dot,(their mother), they both scored off the charts. But, bless her, to this day she has never let on who scored higher. Jim, at his first attempt to write a book, not only was published, but of all the (Y2K), books in print rated in the top 5 reviewed by the Wall St. Journal. He has done his research, and written a no-nonsence "Guide", a reference if you will, just in case.......... Way to go Jim!

This is a wonderful balanced approach that has practical tips with good resources. This book provided important information to stay emotionally calm during this big change.

Jim Hickman's book offers a simple, practical guide for prepairing for Y2K. Everything we need, contact numbers, a clear an concise description of the potential problems we may encounter and prepairation check lists that cover all the bases are found in this book. I especially like it because its clear, easy to read and it's not a long book-just the facts accompanied with common sense solutions.

This is, in my opinion, the best module I have ever played. It has everything from dungeon crawls to overland treks and memorable characters. The plot is wonderfully thought out and gameplay is neither boring or inactive. If you can get your hands on it, do so it is well worth the money.

This campaign-length adventure module from TSR has been out-of-print for a long time, but if you can get your hands on a copy, do it! This is "old-school" AD&D - a long, epic adventure, with everything from trap-filled dungeons, through ancient artifacts and to scheming NPC's. My friend and I definitely remember this as one of the best adventures wev'e played, if not the best one. If you have a group that meets regularly, and are looking for a long adventure, buy it...if Amazon can find a copy for you...

The DL series was a huge leap forward for TSR - these modules featured a new emphasis on drama and storytelling that made the gaming MUCH more fun and involved for the PCs and the DM. Of course, at heart, being TSR modules from the 80s, they're still dungeon crawls! In this chapter, the heroes (levels 8-10) must journey to the faerie realm of Silvanesti - its wondrous forests plagued with a world of living nightmare. What is the cause of this fell curse, and whose dreams are the heroes lost in? A fantastical, grim journey of high adventure.

Tracy Hickman has never failed in producing a descriptive, in depth, and well developed adventure. She has always delivered a comprehensive storyline,(whether it be roleplaying or novels), that gives me the deception that I am interacting and am part of the journey through Ansalon. This bound, bundle of papers is no exception. Throughout the context, she attributes great detail to character descriptions and surroundings, amply entailing every intricacy with her own creative genius. There are many similarities between this tale and others in the series, and I would have given this book an overall score of four, if it wasnt for Hickmans superior skills in alluring readers into a neverending story that will shock you mind, body, and soul. Like most good books, this one has its occasional boring segments, but is nevertheless worthy of a spot next to your fire, out of the weather.

Sir Hickman Bacon was a man ahead of his time as is reflected in his magnificent collection of British landscape drawings and watercolors. It is now the largest collection of English watercolors still in private ownership.

As an accompaniment to a London exhibit The Golden Age Of Watercolours presents the best of this collection - works by artists who painted during the mid nineteenth century and the early part of the twentieth century.

We find J. M. W. Turner, premier watercolorist, who, it is said, painted with his doors locked so as not to risk anyone discovering the secrets of how he obtained the effects of depth and breadth in his paintings.

Thomas Girtin, a rambunctious artist who was imprisoned for defaulting on his apprenticeship, was also favored by Bacon. While incarcerated Girtin amused himself by covering the walls of his cell with landscapes. A guard was astonished to see this artwork, and played a part in Girtin's eventual release.

The inventiveness of John Sell Cotman was recognized by Bacon long before Cotman won popular approval, as was the work of Richard Parks Bonington.

Art historian Eric Shanes has penned an essay recounting the making of this collection which accompanies the glorious illustrations.

- Gail Cooke

Sir Hickman Bacon was a man ahead of his time as is reflected in his magnificent collection of British landscape drawings and watercolors. It is now the largest collection of English watercolors still in private ownership.

As an accompaniment to a London exhibit The Golden Age Of Watercolours presents the best of this collection - works by artists who painted during the mid nineteenth century and the early part of the twentieth century.

We find J. M. W. Turner, premier watercolorist, who, it is said, painted with his doors locked so as not to risk anyone discovering the secrets of how he obtained the effects of depth and breadth in his paintings.

Thomas Girtin, a rambunctious artist who was imprisoned for defaulting on his apprenticeship, was also favored by Bacon. While incarcerated Girtin amused himself by covering the walls of his cell with landscapes. A guard was astonished to see this artwork, and played a part in Girtin's eventual release.

The inventiveness of John Sell Cotman was recognized by Bacon long before Cotman won popular approval, as was the work of Richard Parks Bonington.

Art historian Eric Shanes has penned an essay recounting the making of this collection which accompanies the glorious illustrations.

- Gail Cooke

The second book in the seires continue to explore the great desert and revels some of the horrofing secrets that lies in it's sends. After readin this one you'll look for the next one without rest. To some it I'll just say , another great piece from the Weis&Hickman industrey

Too bad this book is currently out of print.. I bought a used copy after reading the first. This is a great book, don't miss it. I especially like Pukah's role in this as he finally triumphs over himself :) Anyway, I recommend reading the Darksword trilogy and especially 'The Death Gate Cycle' by these same authors.

Wow! I don't know what else to say...it was funny and sad and deep and just as good as the first in the trilogy!!!!!