Professor Greg Plummer makes no apologies for his position stated in a national magazine on not teaching creationism in the classroom though he and his wife feel the impact as protesters strongly object to his comments. The scientist firmly believes in evolution and has no patience with the bible crowd and their omnipotent God who can do anything except create "a pizza bigger than he can eat"? Greg receives an invitation to attend a conference in Buffalo where the hosts imply they have proof of the remains of the first family. The scoffing evolutionist shuffles off to Buffalo on two days notice because this is to too big to ignore.

Also attending the Buffalo conference is Reverend Frye, a once devout individual whose ministry turned into a major moneymaker and "converted" him to a green paper God. He pushes teaching of creationism in schools through his political action group that supports candidates sharing his position. Unexamined he accepts the implied evidence as proof of God's existence, but deep down in his soul he has doubts.

These two intelligent flawed men represent the extremes of the debate. Others more tolerant attend for the beginning of the debate.

Regardless of the reader's views, this novel is an intelligent look at various sides, not just the two extremes. Teddy Lee Brown accomplishes the panorama perspective through his characters. Interestingly enough, the audience will tire of a protagonist at one point yet later will understand the depth of that player. This is a well done, cerebral character driven tale that leaves a cliffhanger for fans to anxiously await book two of the trilogy.

Harriet Klausner

Professor Greg Plummer makes no apologies for his position stated in a national magazine on not teaching creationism in the classroom though he and his wife feel the impact as protesters strongly object to his comments. The scientist firmly believes in evolution and has no patience with the bible crowd and their omnipotent God who can do anything except create "a pizza bigger than he can eat"? Greg receives an invitation to attend a conference in Buffalo where the hosts imply they have proof of the remains of the first family. The scoffing evolutionist shuffles off to Buffalo on two days notice because this is to too big to ignore.

Also attending the Buffalo conference is Reverend Frye, a once devout individual whose ministry turned into a major moneymaker and "converted" him to a green paper God. He pushes teaching of creationism in schools through his political action group that supports candidates sharing his position. Unexamined he accepts the implied evidence as proof of God's existence, but deep down in his soul he has doubts.

These two intelligent flawed men represent the extremes of the debate. Others more tolerant attend for the beginning of the debate.

Regardless of the reader's views, this novel is an intelligent look at various sides, not just the two extremes. Teddy Lee Brown accomplishes the panorama perspective through his characters. Interestingly enough, the audience will tire of a protagonist at one point yet later will understand the depth of that player. This is a well done, cerebral character driven tale that leaves a cliffhanger for fans to anxiously await book two of the trilogy.

Harriet Klausner

If this book receives due recognition the art of dinner party discussion may well be restored as a valid social activity. Author Teddy Lee Brown is to be congratulated for producing a thinking person's novel which not only lends itself to diverse interpretation and appreciation on a religious and psychological level, but which cleverly entices the reader into personal introspection.

Dropping the God Bomb 2.0 concerns the oldest debate known to Man and pits the Creationists against the Evolutionists as the truth about the origin of our species is brought into question by, we are told, the supposed discovery of human remains, said to be those of Adam, Eve and Abel. The disclosure of "the find", as it is called, could have resulted in nothing more than a mêlée of political rhetoric, religious zeal and academic grand-standing amongst the diverse characters in the book. But no, Teddy Lee Brown had more than that in mind, and this is the kind of book where students will find a plethora of material to study. And besides that, it is a pretty good read.

Theories concerning the origins of Man are many and we are all familiar with both the secular and the religious debates to a point. What most of us are probably not familiar with is those theories and debates being presented in a work of Fiction. That is the first major surprise of the book. I would not have been a brave enough Author to have tackled this one myself, given the encumbrant responsibility to a wide readership. Teddy Lee Brown handles it admirably and has obviously researched well and made sure that he covered all the bases.

As a novel, the work is particularly well-structured with original characters who, as with all good characters, struggle with the conflicts and challenges which are presented to them. Some, like Greg, struggle more than others. As a main character he is grotesquely obnoxious and spiritually flawed right up to the point where his friend, Billy Lee, forces him to confront his past as the debate between Creationism and Evolutionism hots up at the fantastic backyard party where the going gets pretty rough at times. I said this was a thinking person's novel. Billy Lee confronts Greg, the great Scientist, with several what he calls "moot" points. At first I thought Billy was being cowardly and that it didn't suit my conception of him as a strong character to have a foot in both camps but in the end the reader is satisfied and even drawn towards Billy's way of thinking which definitely leads us towards the existence of God the Creator. It is all very cleverly done and we are enticed to get even deeper into the debate. So much so that the ending of the book is downright infuriating because I wanted it to go on and I wanted to learn more about the characters as well as to find out how "the find" was going to affect them.

The subject matter is so engrossing in fact that we are even able to forgive the use of "Bear", a spiritual medium through whom Greg is made to calm down and see things more reasonably. Greg may not be as convinced as Billy, however, and clearly indicates his intention to continue to try and debunk "the find" and all who accept it. Greg comes through it all tainted ...in our eyes but it is his friend Billy who alludes to Greg's possible demonic qualities and indicates he is going to need his friends to pull him through the coming struggle. Strangely he also has unconditional faith in Billy and considers him a great and valuable scientist. But, is Greg really demonic or simply [messed] up because of his fanatically religious father? Seems we have to wait for the next instalment to find out.

From the outset Greg is a controversial figure who invites upheaval all around him. He gives the appearance of being in control and when something happens over which he has no control he reacts aggressively and his over-the-top rhetoric borders on boring in places. That is why he needs to be tempered by other people like his wife, Debbie, and even she is forced to shout out when enough is enough. Greg is the embodiment of the pure Evolutionist and he is as unbending and as intolerant as the Evangelist, Reverend Jack Frye. There are some excellent scenes between characters in Jack Frye's hotel room which are psychologically inspiring in that they expose the characters without remorse.

Both Greg and Jack Frye are firmly convinced they are right, naturally. Good and Evil? Not likely. Jack Frye, as the money-grubbing televangelist with aspirations to use "the find" as political leverage to become President, is every bit as flawed as Greg. There goes the two-sided thing again, but it is necessary and without the transition scenes at the end of the book the Author may have lost the odd reader or two as they got bogged down in the debate. Still, I think it would be unfair to label all Evolutionists and all Creationists according to the examples of Greg and Jack Frye.

One of the striking characteristics of this book is the use of humour to balance out the heady subject matter. And it works well. Scenes and dialogue are well-paced and the timing is perfect. Perhaps a little more description would have worked well in places so long as it didn't affect the pace of the narration. In all though, the Author has done a sterling job of not only spotlighting "the find" and the debate concerning the creation of the species, but of highlighting many more issues. There are also some good dramatic qualities here, and the reader is kept interested not only in the characters, but in the actual debate, and hopefully by the end will have enough confidence to draw his or her own conclusions.

Amazon.com delivered this book to my son as a gift from a very wise and whimsical friend. He loved it instantly and it became THE requested bedtime book night after night after night. And, that was OK, because we (the grown-ups) love it too! The poems are wacky and sometimes demented and make sense in that dream-sense or nonsense way. You'll laugh and laugh as our family does -- and you'll each have a favorite (mine is "Mysterious Fish"). Promote a love of language and of silliness -- buy this book for a child you love.

Calef Brown has written a collection of poems that are real winners. They are easy to read with modern wacky language and rhymes that kids will just love. The accompanying illustrations are rich in color and detail and compliment each poem. Everyone in the family will enjoy this book.

A wonderful follow-up to one of the most clever and fun children's books of last year. Mr. Brown's illustrations -- vivid, color-saturated, witty, and just sinister enough to keep adults and kids interested -- are heightened by DUTCH SNEAKERS' delightfully loopy verse.

"...a good purchase for...academic or medical libraries as well as large public ones." (E-Streams, Vol. 6, No. 5, May 2003)

"It will be quite useful to anyone from other fields who is interested in a taste of what emerging technologies in genomics, proteomics, and bioinformatics can bring to bear on questions of potential importance in biomedical research." --American Journal of Human Genetics

"...useful to both medical students and physicians alike..." (Genomics and Proteomics, March 1, 2003)

Must add my praise for this book. Gorgeous colors in clear graphic designs plus various colorways so you can see what would happen if you use different colors. I get a feeling of generosity from the authors who obviusly love their craft and want to share it.

In addition to bold and unusual patterns, Mary Norden has an extremely good eye for colors. I use patterns and parts of patterns from this book all the time.

This book brings the beauty of the various international fabrics to your needlepoint canvas. It's not your grandmother's needlepoint - no cats or flowers, just bold and exciting designs with great color graphs and ideas. I highly recommend this book - I even ordered a copy for my sister although it was out-of-print.

I found this book full of ideas to help a friend or family member going through the trauma of cancer. The author gives her personal experience with exherts from her diary and relates how she was helped during her cancer treatment. I also liked the way Pamela related her helpful suggestions in a practical way, stating what to do and what not to do during different stages of cancer treatment and recovery. It certainly gave me a better understanding of the cancer patient and how I may be able to help.

Facing Cancer Together is a wonderful little book that is inpiring to read. At one time or another, all of us will be affected by cancer, either personally or through family or friends. The author gives personal examples of her own struggles and triumphs. She also incorporates inspirational quotes and scriptures throughout the book.

The author did a wonderful job of providing information on how one can help a friend or loved one during their ordeal with cancer. She talks about what to do and what not to do when trying to support and encourage someone facing cancer.

Pam Brown shares resources that were helpful to her during her battle and recovery. Such as; support groups, internet access, books, and medical guides.

I really enjoyed the book and actually read it in one sitting. I have even purchased a couple extra copies to give to friends and family.

I wish I had this book 4 years ago. At that time my friend was diagnosed with cancer and 2 years later, my mother was diagnosed as well. Having never experienced the awful emotions cancer delivers, I had no idea what I could do to support both of the people I dearly loved. Sadly, most of what I thought was the right thing to do or say, wasn't at all what could have been really helpful. I think unless you've been there, you have no idea what cancer does to you and what you need from others to get through it. This book is an instruction guide with vignettes of the frightful battle Ms. Brown lived. Had I read it 4 years ago, my support certainly would have provided my mother and my friend with more emotional comfort and practical care. Unfortunately, with the prevalence of cancer today, "Facing Cancer Together..." is a reference book everyone should have.

This tale of Farmer Brown has quickly become one of our family favorites. My two year-old loves the rhyming text, and my six year-old enjoys knowing how the wool is made into yarn and eventually into clothing. Also, as a teacher, it is wonderful to have such an educational book with interesting, rhyming text. We are looking forward to new adventures with Farmer Brown!

This book is just wonderful. My 3 year-olds love it. It's silly and entertaining and also educational. If anyone in your family is a knitter, spinner or weaver buy it for them (no matter how old they are). It's a great book for grandparents who knit, etc. to share with little ones.In this time when we are more and more removed from the land this book does a great job of showing children how the sweater came to be on their back. You just can't go wrong with this one.

This is a great book for 3-5 year olds. Everything rhymes, so it's fun to read and the "plot" is even better! The farmer shears his sheep, has it washed, carded, made into yarn and dyed. All the while, his sheep are chasing after him, wanting their wool back! Finally, the farmer knits them "brightly-colored cardigans" and from then on, the sheep can't wait to be sheared. If only life were that simple.... :)

A friend recommended we purchase this book for our 2 year old. We did and she loves it. I thought it might scare her, but it was quite the opposite. She points out the rabbits, owls and cats throughout the book and laughs when she sees the mouse at the end. A truly great book and a quick "read" too.

A wonderful choice for young children at Halloween or any time of year. Reading this aloud is lots of fun -- you can make it seem scary as you go through each page, then watch your child's reaction at the end. My son wanted me to read this over and over. We also have fun looking for all the little critters in the forest: owls, bats, tiny glowing eyes peeking out of the dark places, the cat, even a badger!

This book is rather cute and there is a cat that runs through the pages, making an appearance here and there. I loved the fact that this book presents itself as a "dark, dark" book and it really is funny that it is not a "dark" tale at all. The "darkness" is more about
the lack of light than it being about evil.

You start in a moor and walk through a woods. Then there is a dark castle and you walk up to the door. Once you enter the castle, you are in a dark hall and go up some dark stairs. You are in a fairy tale castle and then you see a dark passage. You are tempted to look behind a dark curtain and then the cat stands looking up at a dark cupboard.

The last page shows a mouse in a box with a rather frightened look on its face. So the only fear in this book is that the cat has found the mouse. Although it does seem the cat leaves the mouse sleeping happily in his little bed with his miniature candle and miniature slippers.

The beauty of this book is in the art. Ruth Brown studied art at the Birmingham College of Art and the Royal College of Art. She has worked on animated films for the BBC.

Meowingly Cute.

I was searching for a similar kinda book for sometime, and as I was looking at the book shelves in the mall this afternoon I found what I have been looking for. I spent the whole day reading it, and it was a really good peice of work, the idea was new too. The book is basicaly about little babies from the begining of their lives in the womb, till 2 years of age, asking Questions and being answered. Really Intreseting book I advise you to buy it.

I got this book as a gift and loved it. I'm sad to see that it is out of print because it is so informative. I loved that it went through all of the important developmental stages and explained them in terms anyone can understand. The questions and answers to "Baby" are humorous and a great lead-in for each section. If you can find this book you shouls buy it!!!

I bought this book used (which was pretty cool) from Amazon. Book gives information about before baby is born and what the baby is going through on the inside, what they can hear. It is really amazing that babies/young children can learn two or more languages at once, this book explains how this happens. Lots more information on why babies do certain things, how they learn, how they see and what they see and when, little games to play with your baby to develop learning.

This collection of 5 papers was compiled from a conference considering if Egyptian evidence for the biblical exodus exists. Immediately in the intro it is stated "the traditional approach has given large weight to the assertions of the biblical narrative even when it provided acknowledged ambiguities and even seeming contradictions". Unfortunately no examples are given. While there is no doubt truth in the statement that "those who continue to affirm the historicity of the Exodus will lean heavily on a presumed positive relation between the artifact/graphic Egyptian evidence and the bible text," it likewise true that a predisposed attitude that the exodus story can never be anything more than folktale or myth, despite any evidence which may lend to the contrary, will also never allow arrival at what is reality. An example is found in statements such as "the Egyptian material may serve as analogy to the biblical account and in part even as indirect proof" or "we do possess several significant indirect sources, a sort of circumstantial evidence that lends greater authority to the biblical account" and such evidence is amply reviewed, yet the papers usually conclude with such statements as "there is not a word in a text or an archaeological artifact that lends credence to the biblical narrative. From the Egyptian view, the O.T. narrative records a series of earth shaking episodes that never happened." Such conclusions stand in stark contradiction to other statements made in the papers such as why a biblical editor would mention the city of Ramesses when it no longer existed and had not for centuries if the exodus was entirely a folktale fabricated in a post-exilic period. Thus as I read it, all the reviews, although some more than others, reflected a bias against the bible account being supported in any way by the Egyptian evidence as even possibly being a historic event in their conclusions despite statements in their context to the contrary.

This is an excellent book. A number of scholars discuss the evidence (archaeological and historical) for the exodus. There is little or nothing in the direct records for this event, but that is not surprising. The ancient Egyptians did not record their defeats, and the exodus would have represented a setback.

The evidence is indirect, for example, mention in the Bible of the names of two towns (Ramses and Pithom) that actually existed, or the inscription on the "Israel stela" which mentions the Israelites without adding the symbol for a settlement, which is added to the names of the peoples conquered by Pharaoh Merneptah (successor to Ramses II), suggesting that the Israelites at that time were a (wandering) people, not a place.

However, it is impossible that the Israelites numbered 600,000 men (not counting families), which is the Biblical figure. The total population of Egypt at that time was unlikely to have exceeded 2-3 million. Probably the tale of the exodus lost nothing in the (re)telling, and if it did occur, in the sense of the Israelites being freed to leave Egypt, it involved a very, very much smaller number of persons. This would square with its not being remarked upon in Egyptian records or in the documents of other kingdoms in the region.

The book consists of a number of papers read by professional scholars at a symposium to discuss what evidence exists for an Exodus from an Egyptian perspective. Some scholars are Bible Scholars, others are Egyptologists. All are well versed in the various arguments for and against the Exodus. Some thought the Exodus did occur, others not, each presented their arguments in support of their views. It was helpful to see how each interpreted the Egyptian data, e.g., ancient annals or records and archaeological data in support of, or in denial of, an Exodus. The reader is left to decide for himself, the merits of the Pros and Cons brought out in the papers. Those desiring to pursue in greater depth the "pros" and "cons" for the Exodus are invited to visit my website,...and navigating to the OT menu, peruse my articles on the Exodus utilizing archaeological evidence assembled by scholars like Israel Finkelstein and Burton MacDonald, who are published on the subject.

I'm grateful that Mr. Brown wrote this book. Jimi is long overdue for fair treatment. He was one of those people not easily understood because of the depth of his sensitivity and individuality. But the main thing I feel concerning Jimi Hendrix is how much of a complete waste his premature death was. There is no telling what sort of musical pleasures he would have produced had he lived and had a chance to mature. Personally, as a black man that has never let himself be walled in by definitions of what "blackness" amounts to, it would have been so good to see Jimi continuing to knock down those stupid self-made racial barriers in ever more creative ways. But, alas, it wasn't to be. Tony Brown shows Jimi to be what we all are; fallible human beings who are driven by many frailties.

it's sad to think of this genius untimely death.this book is really focused and gives solid inside details.Tony Brown does a wonderful job.looking at what has happened in music since his death you have to wonder what other directions he would have gone in.many questions we will never know but we still have his genius work and that is timeless.

This book presents a clear, thorough account of the last days of Jimi Hendrix. After reading this book, I had a MUCH better idea of what Jimi might have been going thru. The photos were also a nice treat. If you are a Jimi fan, Buy this book!