This book is a facsimile reprint of the original arsenal report of the 1874 equipment boards for infantry and horse equipment. I have found it useful in my studies but the general reader has no need for this.

This book is about how the Nuclear Energy Industry "bootstrapped" itself to improve operational and nuclear safety after the TMI accident. Prior to TMI, the NRC had been enforcing minimum safety requirements, not promoting operational excellence. The industry realized it might not economically survive another TMI, and while the fundamental design of the plants appeared to be safe, significant operational improvements were needed to reduce the chance another similar accident. The industry formed INPO (the Institute for Nuclear Power Operations) to share information and resources to promote excellence and safety in operations. The book is full of stories of what happened and quotes from the principles involved (no heavy technical stuff) and I found it an enjoyable, interesting read. The author is a professor at the Center for Public Policy at Virginia Tech, and I detected no pro or anti-nuke sentiment, just lots of well researched information. Probably the best book I have read on the subject.

In Caroline Janover's highly recommended novel How Many Days Until Tomorrow?, Young Josh is so lonely and unhappy that he things about running away from his grandparent's home on Seal Island, a remote island in Maine to New Jersey in order to stay with his friend Zipper. This is because of his teasing older brother, and Gramps, who is always barking at his grandsons and giving them backbreaking chores. It's Josh's attentive, sweet-natured grandmother Nana that he regrets having to leave behind. Then life on Seal Island captivates and challenges him, teaching Josh about self-sufficiency and respect for the rare sea animals that inhabit the rugged New England coast. Josh's biggest challenge comes toward the end of summer when he must face a life-threatening emergency and use skills he doesn't know he has to lead the rescue. How Many Days Until Tomorrow? is an engaging, inspiring, and realistic novel of coping with frustration and loneliness, and is enhanced for young readers grades 3 to 6 with ten black/white drawings by Charlotte Fremaux.

Sandy Gingras is a loving person, determined in the notion that we can be happy. This is a serious issue. With very few others do I take her issue so to heart.

Biak Island, off the northwest coast of New Guinea, was the site of one of the bloodiest battles fought by American troops against the Japanese in World War II. In the spring of 1944, the Japanese Imperial Navy held Biak as their most important island in the Pacific. MacArthur needed its airfields in order to continue his advance towards the Phillippines. The Japanese had 12,00 defenders on Biak, dug in and ready to fight to the last man. Casualties were heavy on both sides. Highly recommended for military history students and World War II buffs, Marc Bernstine's Hurricane At Biak: Macarthur Against The Japanese, May - August 1944 is a vivid, comprehensive reconstruction of that horrific campaign and an invaluable contribution to World War II studies.

I have fond memories of my father reading me this book before I went to sleep. It slowly grew into one of my favorite books. I would recommend it to anyone. You must read it!

"If once you have lived on an island you'll never be quiet the same", says Rachel Fields. And she's right. This delightful children's book captures what it is to enjoy island life. The accompanying illustrations are charming.

The images in this book go right to the soul. It's not just the platinum technique that uniquely makes the highlights seem so real, nor is it only the natural beauty of this magical place, but, also, the artist's keen eye for proportion, composition and, what?, the quiet voice within that such places inspire. This book is truly a work of art and, personally, has become one of my "treasures."

I found this book eminently readable. It shows that the author has a good grasp of the subject which she has analysed in an inteligent manner. Unlike the majority of books that try to put across a view that contradicts the prevelent thinking of the day, this book has convinced me to change many of my beliefs concerning the area of history covered.I would love to have the oppertunity to discuss the book further with the author.

The most interesting thing about IN SEASON is the author's personal tales relative to each of the principal ingredients about which he writes. It is more than a cookbook, it is fascinating personal epoch which draws you in and keeps your interest, all the while giving good advice and recipes about Northwest products.