Dennis Collins has brought out a delightful blend of Michigan characters that make me feel as if I could come across them at one time or another. The various twists and turns that take you through this book kept me reading it and I couldn't put it down. The surprise ending was perfect.

I thought The Unreal McCoy was a very enjoyable book. I liked the writing style of Mr. Collins and I look forward to reading more of his books in the future.

Detective Sergeant Albert McCoy is a little worn around the edges, perhaps approaching burnout from the sights he's seen on the job. McCoy's life is a simple one off duty. He lives alone with his dog and frequents his favorite watering hole with friend and partner Otis Springfield. Emotional investments are out of the picture. The quiet and slightly cynical McCoy works methodically at closing each new case that comes his way, until he meets the badly beaten Michael O'Conner. O'Conner has been beaten beyond recognition. almost to death, and nobody can figure why.

What McCoy expects to be another routine mugging investigation turns personal the minute he lays eyes on the younger man. Memories so painful that McCoy wants to "turn and run" come back to him beside O'Conner's hospital bed. It could be his kid brother lying half dead in that bed. McCoy struggles to remain professional and distance himself from the sorrow of losing his brother not that long ago. With one small paragraph on page ten, the writer skillfully, succinctly, lets us into McCoy's mind and heart.

I like this author's writing style. He made me care about McCoy with simple words and phrases, and let me see beneath the cynical veneer. The dialog is realistic. Woven in as the story unfolds are the tools McCoy uses to solve a complicated case.
The characters, also, seemed like real people. I could see them, feel what they felt as the crime unravels and McCoy identifies the criminal.

I won't reveal any more of the plot. McCoy is not cut from the Mike Hammer or Dirty Harry mold. He's a very different type of hero. I believed in him. And although I understand where and why the author dubbed McCoy "unreal", he seemed quite real to me. I'm hoping Dennis Collins gives us more of his "unreal McCoy".

Used this book all of the time in my German classes! Wish I had had this sooner, would have made everything a lot simpler. Its easy to use, easy to understand, and great when you need to find something quick. This should be a book every college student, studying German, should be required to have.

When this book was first published in 1980, the producers wanted it to be 'the most helpful one-volume dictionary for students, linguists, and all translation needs'. Twenty-two years later, I would dare to suggest that if this aim has not been met, then this dictionary has not fallen far short. There are over 200,000 words and phrases in both English and German. All words are defined in context (this is especially important for the novice student) and the clear abbreviations make the dictionary easy to use. Moreover, there is also a four-page guide in English and German on how to use this dictionary to assit the user further.
On account of its age, this dictionary is inevitably a little dated, but it is still a very useful linguistic tool for students of German. I heartily recommend it.

I have taught German for ten years, and I have done freelance translations with German for fifteen. This dictionary remains my favorite German dictionary. It is complete, contains loads of idiomatic expressions, it's easy to read, it's vocabulary is up to date (including lots of software and computer terminology). I recommend this dictionary whole-heartedly. Another good choice is the Langenscheidt--but Langenscheidt is sometimes too British, so the Collins is the best option for any American.

It's a fascinating glimpse of life in America, showcasing all walks of life. I'd love to see a followup book of the same subjects (those still living) 20 years later.

I saw this book new in the bookstore when it was first released and loved it. I was just out of high school when it was published and couldn't afford it. I bought a calendar with photos from it instead. To this day, I wish I'd somehow come up with the money; it would be a treasure. As it is, I'll have to get a used one. I mounted the picture of window washers on a building in Dallas on posterboard (my cheap version of matting) and took it with my all over that job for 6 years; in fact, in a building housing almost 1000 people, if someone had to find me, they were given a description of the picture on my wall, not me :). It is a stunning book. I agree with a previous viewer- I'd love to see the same places and people, 20 years later, and I'd love to see a book like that about every country (at the moment, especially Iraq after the 2nd gulf war).

This book is full of beautiful photographs that truly show the "melting pot" image of America. Every cultural group, race, age, and income level is represented here. What a great gift idea.

Provides an in depth account of the evolution of contract law. It has aptly been described as an "epic".

Law students, lawyers and lay people alike will find this to be intriguing and thought provoking on many levels. Gilmore of course shows how contract law developed, but inquisitive people will also be intrigued at some of the other issues regarding what we think of as law, the development of law and the concept of precedent.

In addition to the interesting subject matter, the author's tale is delivered in a wonderfully humorous writing style.

Best enjoyed and fully appreciated only after law school.

PS
If you're considering tossing around allegations that Yale Law School legend Grant Gilmore's work is "incorrect", consider bolstering your credence by not remaining anonymous.

When I took Contracts as a first-year law student, I read the cases, went to class, and didn't have the faintest idea what it all meant. It seemed to be a mind-numbing mix of similar facts with different conclusions. Then I read this book and--voila--it all seemed to flow together so cohesively and clearly. And, on top of that, the book is well written, has flashes of humor, and is very short. What a great book this is for any law student.

If you are a law student or lawyer or just anyone interested in the law (from a technical perspective) this is a great history of contract. Gillmore is a very entertaining writer and I actually found myself laughing out loud. A working knowledge of Williston, Cardozo, Posner and the seminal cases in Contract law makes this book a lot more fun. You should definitely know your legal history first. Gillmore is not going to help you along.

I've been reading many books of late about Irish history in general and Michael Collins in particular. I was fortunate to find this one in my read stack one night, when I wanted something "different" from the normal biography -- this book fit the bill!

First, it a collection of letters, with a few pages of text from the editor. These pages help place the letters into the context of Collins' and Kiernan's life.

Second, the editor didn't edit the letters (though there are few comments to explain a few obscure references); thus the reader is allowed to read the text with a minimum of "outside interruptions"; some people may not like this.

Third, there are a few photographs and samples of handwriting included. The photographs were what one would expect; they included the couple, as well as some mutual friends. What intrigued me more than the photos, were the samples of handwriting. Collins and Kiernan both referred to their pages as "quick notes" and such, yet the pages contained few cross outs and changes which indicated that that both writers gave their "quick notes" quite a bit of thought.

These letters are remarkable, as they allow the reader to see how the events impacted the writers; especially true for Collins, as he was quite dedicated to writing letters to Kiernan in addition to his duties. It is remarkable to read these notes from a man whose time was consumed by governmental duties, treaty negotiations and fighting yet still found the time to tell his beloved how much he loved her.

This volumne is a rare bird, as it both a book for historians and for lovers. Enjoy

These excerpts from the voluminous correspondence between Michael Collins and his fiance Kitty Kiernan reveal a rather strange relationship between a dynamic revolutionary leader-turned-statesman and a woman who seems almost totally focused on herself and virtually oblivious to the pressures and dangers under which he was laboring. The feelings between the two seem to reflect a range of emotions, including irritation, jealousy, perfunctory interest and exhaustion (his)during a particularly fascinating period of Irish history. One wonders what the attraction was between these two since she seems very little interested in or informed about the momentous events in which he was a key player. One also wonders whether the match would have been very successful had Collins lived long enough to marry his lady. Nonetheless, engrossing reading.

The Michael Collins we see in these letters is a man of deep feelings, not primarily for Kitty Kiernan (although that too), but for his country and his fellow Irish. It is hard to read these letters and understand where your editorial reviewer gets the idea that Collins was "vainglorious" or "petty" (was he/she perhaps thinking of DeValera?). Collins certainly had his faults but these were not among them and certainly are not reflected in these letters. Rather, we see a man tormented by the burden laid on him in trying to end the 700-year oppression by the British and save his country from the terrible civil war that ensued after the signing of the Treaty. These letters are fascinating in their revelations of both Collins' character and that of Kitty Kiernan, who comes across as rather shallow or at least uncomprehending of the terrific strain under which Collins labored. These are a must-read for anyone fascinated with Michael Collins and that era of Irish history.

Quick service and seller e-mailed me the date of shipment. Book is about the size of a cell phone but has a lot of information.

This book is great but does not contain all aircraft plus it is getting outdated quickly. It has an easy to read format!

This is one of the best information source's for multiple planes in one handy book. Lots of information for lots of different picture nad a great color photo for each aircraft!!! One of my favorite little books with A LOT of information. Good going!!!

While I did find this book helpful in learning Quark, I did not feel that information and lessons were arranged in the most useful manner. I felt like, especially in the first chapters, information was being thrown at me without much application, and was thus difficult to remember. I prefer the lesson approach of the "Classroom in a Book" series, which I have used successfully for Photoshop and Illustrator, but ordered this when I was unable to find CiB for Quark. Visual QuickStart is pretty good, but perhaps I've been spoiled.

This book really helped me learn QuarkXPress. The program is very complicated and difficult to figure out for someone who has no previous experience with desktop publishing. This book helped shed some light on Quark and actually made it funtional for me. There is still a lot more to learn, but this book is great for those who are just starting out.

Have bought 5 or 6 of these Quickstart guides and find most of them to be very good. The Quark version is nice in that it gets right to the point about what the program can do and how to do it.

Have never used Quark before, so I bought this book and David Blatner's "The QuarkXpress 4 Book".

The quickstart guide is great for the quick pointers, and Blatner's book is excellent for more detailed information about the program. I would highly recommend both books to Quark users...QS book for newbies, and the other book for newbies thru advanced.

Gone with the Wind is a book that draws you into its world of characters and its plot. The characters come to life through the book and the plot keeps you interested. Although it is a long book I enjoyed reading it because you almost feel as though you are there. The book contains the story of a young adult named Scarlett who has to grow up in a matter of weeks due to the Civil War. Her childhood is gone and now she must fight to survive in a new and dangerous world. She has to make challenging decisions in her life which do not always affect others positively. The other characters in the book have strong personalities and become very real to you. Gone with the Wind is a book I would recommend to everyone because it is a great piece of work taht becomes a part of your life as you read it.

Gone with the Wind is a book that draws you into its world of characters and its plot. The characters come to life through the book and the plot keeps you interested. Although it is a long book I enjoyed reading it because you almost feel as though you are there. The book contains the story of a young adult named Scarlett who has to grow up in a matter of weeks due to the Civil War. Her childhood is gone and now she must fight to survive in a new and dangererous wold. She has to make challenging decisions in her life which do not always affect others positively. The other characters in the book have strong personalities and become very real to you. Gone with the Wind is a book I would recommend to everyone because it is a great piece of work that becomes a part of your life as you read it.

This book is THE BEST!!! the authors are great. i totally love all their books. the authors are: Tom and Dorothy Hoobler. you should check out some of their books. They are really good. I couldn't put it down!!!!!

Collins provides the reader with a wonderfully concise and through biography of John Wesley. Though Collins places significantly less attention on some of the prominent emphases of Wesley's theology, mainly the perfecting of holiness in the believer, and choosing instead to shift attention to Wesley's lesser (and more ambiguous) emphasis on being a "real Christian" in substitute, the author still maintains a historically intact overview of Wesley's theological journey. The reader should certainly approach this book as a biography as opposed to an exaustive treatment of Wesleyan theology. A rewarding read, I found Collins' style both engaging and informative.

I read with great interest this biography, hoping to get an overview of a famous man I knew little about. Kenneth Collins has worked hard to present not just the man with all his flaws and brilliance, but also his thinking and the impact it had on our world. In addition to triumphantly succeeding in these goals, Mr. Collins is an excellent writer and keeps the reader's interest. Days later I am still thinking over some of the points he made and evaluating my own life in light of John Wesley's. I highly recommend this book.

This is a beautifully written biography of John Wesley. This text presents an accurate history of Methodism's founder, with an emphasis on his life-long striving to be and remain what Wesley himself describes as a "real Christian," as opposed to an "almost" or "nominal" one. It is quite clear Collins brings a passion for Wesley himself and for his theology. His use of language is remarkable. The style and presentation he offers in this biography are both rhetorically satisfying and aesthetically pleasing. Do not be fooled by the size of this well-crafted work - it is only 160 pages - for it contains all the significant people, places and movements of Wesley's life, and is composed and presented in a fashion which is sure to attract a wide reading.

This book isn't bad, it follows the movie pretty well. But it doesn't give huge insights into anything, which is what I'd hoped for.

Young men will probably enjoy it well enough. For others that aren't complete die hard fans, skip this and read the Mummy books by the same author instead.

I have never been disappointed in a Max Allan Collins novel. The Iowan is a capable writer who also has several mystery and adventure series under his belt. This venture simply adds to his reputation.

His novelizations resonate well with the source films and yet are enough different to warrant handing over a few bucks. You get more than a sorry re-hash of the movie; you get a great story teller who backgrounds you and spins a yarn as complex and compelling as anything on the screen.

The pace in book version *The Scorpion King* is wildly frenetic. Action is fast and furious, and enemies fall by the hundreds. Yet it's a fun ride. Mathayus is more fully developed as a character, albeit an action character. Mr. Collins gives Mathayus enough brains and brawn to get into, and out of, trouble. Plus Mr. Collins pays gentle homage to the first of the fictional warrior kings, Conan the Barbarian.

What a sequel! Conan the Barbarian meets The Scorpion King. . .

Highly recommended.

This book was great. Everything to make me want to see the movie. Adventure, Action, Comedy, A little bit of romance--yes, it was a great book. Completely orginal story. Frankly, I thought it would [be bad]. I thought how stupid, The Scorpion King? The only reason I was sightly intrested in it was because The Rock starred in it and it was kind of a Mummy Movie. Let me say, if the movie is anything like the book, it could possibly be the best movie in the Mummy series. This book is worth your time, you cannot be dissapointed, if you like the Mummy stuff.