La Jolla Cove is one of the best West Coast dive sites. The San Diego-La Jolla Underwater Park Ecological Reserve is the definitive book on La Jolla Cove. The inside front cover has a detailed map of the reserve, which is valuable for dive planning. The text stars with a short history of the ecological reserve and La Jolla Cove. There is a summary of the points of interest of The Cove, and some tips on how to maximize your animal sightings.

This book would be worthwhile for swimmers, skin divers, and scuba divers. Children, especially would enjoy identifying the animals in La Jolla Cove. The Cove has abundant life; it is not necessary to be a diver to appreciate it.

The next 48 pages of the book are pictures of various plants and animals (all aquatic except for several birds and a ground squirrel) that are found in La Jolla Cove. Grasses, kelps, sponges, anemone, abalone, limpets, snails, Octopi, lobsters, crabs, star fish, sharks, rays, eels, seals and lots of fish are included. Each plant or animal has an approximately 3.5 x 5 color photograph, is identified, has an informational blurb, and its appearance, size habitat and food is described.

I have found, while diving La Jolla Cove, that this book not only helped me identify animals, but also to spot animals (especially limpets), because I had seen pictures of what I was looking for. I haven't seen a better guide for La Jolla Cove, or to help identify marine life in Southern California, for that matter. This book has helped me on many of my Southern California dives that were not in La Jolla Cove.

The book has glossy pages that repel water well. It would be a good idea to consider buying two copies, one for underwater use and the other for surface use. I look forward to Judith L. Garfield's book on La Jolla Shores and Canyon.

I was impressed at how Garfield explained the paradigm shift we have in business and why it is so. This helps people to understand how they need to think and respond in order to be successful today.

This book describes the basic order of the Jewish prayer service, and gives historical background on its evolution. The language is clear and engaging. Best of all, the author's love for the topic shines through on every page. Garfiel calls the service an expression of the "everyday mysticism" of generations of rabbis, and manages to convey this feeling through the quality of the writing.

This book gave me great insight and validation into my own sexuality. The interviews with housewives, coeds, career professionals and sexual professionals were revealing and genuine. The topics were candid, dealing with masturbation, orgasm, lesbianism, oral and anal sex, etc.

I would recommend this book to adult women of any age who might be questioning or investigating their own sexuality, whether they are reviewing where they've been or where they're going.

Incidentally, I read this book for the first time over 15 years ago. I've been happily married to the same man for over 18 years. I'm not giving all the credit to this book but it was definitely a boon to my sexual psyche and our relationship.

I am a big fan of Carol Orsborn's books (including "Inner Excellence at Work: The Path to Meaning, Spirit and Success.") It's great to read her in an informal interview with the folks at New Dimensions. They really capture the flavor of her wisdom and advice. All the authors who are featured make an important contribution to the field of spirituality and business. Read this book!

The Aleutian Islands were a frigid no-man's land off the coast of Alaska, but to the Japanese they were the key to victory over the U.S. Still reeling from the devastation of Pearl Harbor, the Americans were again caught by surprise and furiously assembled an incredible land, sea and air defense, battling unbearable cold, crippling fogs and insidious hunger for fifteen months across one thousand miles of frozen horror. If Japan broke through their lines, the Seattle bomber plant and Bremerton shipyards would be destroyed. If the Americans held fast, the Japanese Pacific onslaught would be smashed.
...this text applies to the Bantam War Book Specially Illustrated Edition, copyright 1969, unabridged.

THIS IS A MUST READ FOR WWII FANS. IT SEEMS PEOPLE HAVE FORGOTTON THE BATTLES THAT TOOK PLACE ON AMERICA SOIL DURING WWII. READ AND ENJOY

I loved It ! That's my 8 year old Daughter's review.

"The Return" is the second star trek novel written by William Shatner and Judith & Garfield Reeves Steves.

It follows the book "The Ashes of Eden" and isn't necessarily quite as good, but comes close.

The writing holds perfectly, once again implying that Shatner is a far better writer than an actor.

The plot is also well constructed. Not perfect, but holds well.

The book is written in a way that makes it feel like a motion picture, a style the writers seemes to prefer and they use it damn well. This is one of the reasons I can say that "The return" is definitely better than First Contact.

I do admit though, that te new Shatner books are a bit commercial. People didn't want to see Kirk die, so the Pocked Books desited to take advantage of that. Too bad you can see it so clearly while reading.

Fortunately the book answeres some questions that have been in the fans' minds for a long time.

There are some continuity problems however, but they aren't too aparent. And note, that I hate everything even slightly non-canon. A good book, wich I recomend to everyone.

William Shatner's second foray into the world of Star Trek novels promises excitement and adventure, and it does deliver. The story, which centers itself upon the unforseen resurrection of James Kirk, following the events of the motion picture STAR TREK: GENERATIONS, is told with brilliance, tension and excitement. The unique method of Kirk's resurrection is told in exquisite detail, capturing the ambience and confusion of his reanimation, and any story involving the Borg (including this one) always delivers intrigue and excitement.

Shatner manages to draw in a larger reader base by incorporating the characters of not one, but three Star Trek series into this plot. Characters from Star Trek and Star Trek: The Next Generation are featured prominently and minor roles are given to characters from Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. The effect is a harmonious mixture of familiar characters and their believable interactions throughout the dangers presented in the story.

Shatner's premise is unique: The Borg have returned, in alliance with the Romulan Empire. Together, they revive Kirk and use him as pawn to facilitate the destruction of the Federation. The plot thickens as Kirk is determined to kill Picard, Picard believes that Ambassador Spock has betrayed the Federation and Riker questions Picard's possible reassimilation into the Borg Collective.

The events chronicled in THE RETURN make for an exciting story for novice Star Trek fans, but long time fans will be disappointed in the believability of this story. (Yes, even Star Trek fans may find some things unbelievable!) The concept of Borg allying themselves with any race is unheard of, and the method of Kirk's ressurrection will make even the most stoic Star Trek fan cringe in disbelief. The grandiose ending of the story provides for an exciting climax, though the setting of the ending again takes away from the believability. Shatner's forte is his ability to grasp the nuances of the interactions between Kirk and his old and new friends, Spock and McCoy and even Captain Picard. In short, the dialogue is convincing and the action is exciting, although the plot is a bit extreme.

However, with a healthy dose of "Suspension of Disbelief" any Science Fiction fan, Star Trek or otherwise, will find this novel an entertaining and diverting piece of action literature, with dialogue convincing enough to have been written by the Paramount studio writers themselves.

When I heard that William Shatner wrote a "Trek" novel that brings legendary Captain Kirk back to life, my first impression was "How corny and desperate is Shatner to do this?" and I was reluctant to even digest the idea. However, being a die-hard trekkie, I admit I was quite curious to the concept. To my delight, Shatner's tale of rebirth and unification of Spock and McCoy with the Next Generation crew was not only un-corny, but very imaginative, as well. This novel combines the action and humor of both generations of "Trek" far superior than "Star Trek - Generations" did. The idea of a Borg / Romulan dissentor alliance was unique, and the way Shatner describes the re-generation tecniques is believable when put into a 24th century context. The new Starfleet equipment (starships, cloak detection devices, etc.) are very exciting, and one must wonder if the Borg are to make a return. (Their homeworld is destroyed and the remaining collective throughout the universe is in dissarray.) Can the Borg ever recover? That question may or may not be answered in the sequel, "Avenger", also written by Shatner, which I will start as soon as I finish this review. This is an excellent novel, a page-turner, and I have a new respect for Shatner the writer, and I may even sample his "Tek" series. This is for old-school trekkies such as myself...the constant references to the original "Trek" t.v. show were a delight, and the Borg / V'Ger connection was brilliant. Great work, Mr. Shatner.

"Spectre" is an excellent read. Book one of William Shatner's Mirror Universe Trilogy has nearly everything for the Star Trek fan. An exciting story line; practically everyone's favorite characters; non-stop action; events predictable and totally unpredictable. This book has everything. And of course, since it's written by Shatner, the protagonist is Captain Kirk.

This novel takes the reader back to one of the ten greatest episodes in the entire Star Trek television history, "Mirror, Mirror". The author weaves a story of what occurred after Kirk's appearance there influences the Mirror Universe Spock. Fast forward that event through more than 100 years of history, and bring the Mirror Universe characters into our universe for action and revenge, and you'll get the gist of the story.

Sounds like your basic Star Trek episode, but it really comes across as more than that. This novel is the best Star Trek novel I have read and I have read quite a few. Just when you think you've seen the last character that can be squeezed in that allows the book to retain continuity, and BANG, here is another surprise that fits right in. Or is it a Mirror Universe duplicate of that character? Read the book and find out for yourself.

I rate this book at a very enjoyable 4.70 out of 5.00 stars, rounded up to 5.00. If this is your kind of book, you won't want to put it down. I'd tell you more but that would ruin the surprises. Perfect for several hours of get your mind off life and serious stuff reading. It is also a good jumping on point to check out Shatner's Kirk based stories. No one understands Kirk better than Shatner. The author proves what a terrific fan he is of the Star Trek history too.

William Shatner's newest novel chronicles the adventures of Captain James T. Kirk now in the 24th century. Once again the civilization of the galaxy threatens to be destroyed by evil forces. Now Kirk, along with Spock, McCoy, and Scotty, must work together with the crew of the Enterprise E to save their universe. This story was a great pleasure to read, as Shatner was able to relate events that occured in all the Star Trek shows past and present, to write an awesome story. I highly recommend that anyone who is a fan of Captain James T. Kirk to read this book!

The fourth book in Shatner's "Star Trek" series is just as good as "The Ashes of Eden," and "The Return!" A story that is a sequel to the classic episode "Mirror, Mirror" (as well as the mirror-universe episodes on "Deep Space Nine") Even after Kirk has admitted that the federation doesn't need his help anymore, and that he may spend the rest of his life with his true love Teilani(a beautiful woman who's made him a better man in my opinion), deep down am inner part of him wants to be a hero once more! Although he's denied it to Teilani, she encourages him to back out into the universe again! Eventually, this leads to another encounter with the Mirror Universe Spock & Katherynn Janeway (the captain of "Star Trek: Voyager") who needs Kirk's help to straighten things out due to his first encounter! Soon, things go from bad to worse when Teilani is kidnapped, and Kirk must reunite Ambassador Spock, Admiral McCoy, and Scotty to get her back! Look for Captain Picard, and the "Next Generation" crew along for this adventure! Keep the adventures coming Bill Shatner!

If you are looking for tragedy and a dark bloody drama then I recommend Macbeth with no reservations whatsoever. On a scale of 1-5, I fell this book deserves a 4.5. Written by the greatest literary figure of all time, Shakespeare mesmorizes the reader with suspense and irony. The Scottish Thane Macbeth is approachd by three witches who attempt and succeed at paying with his head. They tell him he will become king, which he does, alog with the aide of his ambitious wife. Macbeth's honor and integrity is destroyed with the deceit and murders he commits. As the novel progresses, Macbeth's conscience tortures him and makes him weak minded. Clearly the saying "what goes around comes around," is put to use since Macbeth's doom was similar to how he acquired his status of kingship. He kills Duncan, the king of Scottland and chops the head off the Thane of Cawdor, therefore the Thane of Fife, Macduff, does the same thing to him. I feel anyone who decides to read this extraordinary book will not be disatisfied and find himself to become an audience to Shakespearean tragedies.

Noble Macbeth and the story of his decay due to the seduction of the forces of darkness - I liked it. The play sets off with an impressing scene, the chant of the three witches, a perfect use of language, I dare say. It takes only about a page and I knew it by memory after two times reading. We used to quote it during the breaks, and actually still do so sometimes. "When shall we three meet again...and so forth. After this promising start the language gets quite hard (I'm not any native form Enland, the US or any other english speaking part of this planet). One can follow the action though and every five or six pages there's a reward for your patience, at least for anybody who likes the power Shakespeare's language is able to display in their good or best moments: "Have we eaten on the insane root?" and the likes. Of course there's also the famous "It is a tale, told by an idiot...". It's for these moments, where Williams knew how to transfere a feeling of one of his caracteres into the realm of a universal significance, that I enjoyed the play...

Shakespeare's shortest and bloodiest tragedy, MACBETH is also possibly the most serious. Macbeth is a warrior who has just had his greatest victory, but his own "vaulting ambition," the spectral promises of the three weird sisters, and the spurring on of his wife drive him to a treason and miserable destruction for which he himself is completely responsible. The ominous imagery of the fog that hovers over the first scene of the play symbolizes the entire setting of the play. Shakespeare's repeated contrasts of such concepts as fair and foul, light and darkness, bravery and cowardice, cut us to the quick at every turn. MACBETH forces us to question "what is natural?" "what is honor?" and "Is life really 'a tale/ Told by an idiot, full of sound and fury/ Signifying nothing?'" Few plays have ever illustrated the torments of Guilt (especially how it deprives one of Sleep) so vividly and stirringly.

I have read this play curiously as a child, excitedly as a teenager, passionately as a college student, and lovingly as a graduate student and adult. Like all of Shakespeare's writing, it is still as fresh, and foreboding, and marvelous as ever. As a play it is first meant to be heard (cf. Hamlet says "we shall hear a play"), secondarily to be seen (which it must be), but, ah, the rich rewards of reading it at one's own pace are hard to surpass. Shakespeare is far more than just an entertainer: he is the supreme artist of the English language. The Arden edition of MACBETH is an excellent scholarly presentation, offering a bounty of helpful notes and information for both the serious and casual reader.