There is no better discussion of this topic available --not only that, but the book itself is excellent, concise, and lucid.

When Mandy's dad died she swore she would find who killed him. She susspects the assistant principal, her step-father.This book is awsome. It's a real page turner. I couldn't put it down. I"m sure you won't either.

"The Buildings of England: Lincolnshire" is incredibly richly packed with detail, a gazetter describing virtually every community in the shire. For each is given a bit of the history of its development, and a vivid description of the place as it exists now. These word sketches are filled with historical and architectural information, and far from being dry accounts, the writers have presented their material in a way that lets the reader really "see" what is there. The introductory material includes sections on the geology of the area, its social and industrial archaeology, plus chapters on churches, secular buildings, and lesser rural buildings. Within the gazetter section, one or more "Perambulations" are offered for the larger towns and cities, charmingly detailed walking tours that point out each feature of interest. There are many line drawings of construction details and floor plans, plus 130 excellently clear black and white photographs of structures from the ancient to the modern. Of additional interest to a student of history or architecture is an extensive glossary and also a listing of sources and suggested further readings. The Introduction is titled "The Pleasures of Lincolnshire" and this volume is certainly that. Any trip to Lincolnshire would be greatly enriched by its guidance, and indeed it is so descriptive it can almost stand in lieu of actually being there! The authors clearly write from an enormous fund of knowledge, and their expertise and elegant presentation make this without question a Five-Star book.

Barnard's classic, now back in print, is not only a decorating book, but also an encyclopedia of ethnic textiles, their history, and their care. Every page is filled with gorgeous color photographs of the use of textiles in settings from the American southwest (Navaho blankets) to London (Middle Eastern Kilims) to Paris (African Kuba cloth). Items from hats (Afghani) to huipils (Guatamala) are shown framed, used as furniture coverings, made into pillows, or just hung imaginativly on a wall. I am delighted to find it back in print in a soft cover version. Each time I've loaned out my precious hardbound copy (and then only to special people), I have made SURE I got it back. A must-have for anyone who loves textiles, and at a ridiculously low price given the size of the volume and its plentiful illustrations.

What a shame this is such a little known work that one sees remaindered about the place and can pick up often enough for fifty cents. It's got nothing to do with the quality of this first rate retelling of the story of Robin Hood. Who knows why these things happen: publishers must err occasionally, I suppose. Or perhaps the author really is, as I've read somewhere, a pair of brothers writing under a joint and singular pseudonym, and they've fallen out! Don't tell anyone you read that here. Instead, put pressure on someone to dig it out for you from somewhere, at any cost. It's probably one of the most under-rated books of the last century. And who can resist dear old Robin!

Goscinny writes great books, and this isn't an exeption. Nicolas, a 10 year old kid. He spends the most part of his time, with all his gang of friends. Only boys, girls not accepted. He makes secret codes with his friends, go to camping, make an scandal when he lost something... Well, this book, for kids or adults will like you very much

So much of the fascination the Russian Tsars still hold for us today is connected with their great wealth and fabulous possessions. William Clarke's book is a detailed examination of the sources of the property of the House of Romanov before World War I and of its disposition and possible whereabouts today. In the process of his search Clarke also proved and disproved several theories as to the fate of the wealth, clearing some notable persons of some unsavory accusations

'The Lost Story' is a really unusual Civil War novel about a picaresque hero who tries to make his fortune and profit from the tumultuous times. Our hero has a sharp eye for a bad deal and how to make it worse. He gets himself into scrapes in both North and South while trying to hit it big. The action ranges from Mannassas to Richmond to New Orleans; from Sharpsburg to Washington To New York. At last there is a thrilling climax in Gettysburg during the battle. There are fascinating characters with whom you will bond, lots of laugh-out-loud humor and plenty of go-go action. The hero's daughter gets involved with a Rebel cavalry officer who pops up at every inconvenient moment and the hero is dogged by a sinister Union spy catcher who is out to ruin him. There is a guilty family skeleton in the closet. The hero is constantly saved from his folly by the common sense of his wife, adding a counterpoint.

This is a good read, historically accurate and written in period English, but it still flows really well and is light enough. A great choice for everyone!

Once again Nicholas Delbanco serves up a masterful reflection on the literary life. His well-crafted insights from decades of shaping careful observations in written forms are to be savored. A must read for all readers, including both beginning and veteran writers, it is an enjoyable addition to the libraries of those who love books and those who love those who provide the content of books. His explorations of the anecdote based on Hemingway's life also serves as a metaphorical statement of the existential dilemma faced by all creative people: when will the Muse not bring the much-needed and promised luggage so the task(s) can be done.

This book is full of fascinating insights and thought provoking ideals that will lead you closer to what is of utmost importance - getting closer to God.