I gave this book to my brother when he moved to London, and he later said it was addictive to have around and use to visit where the Beatles did what they did. I visited him since then, and used the book myself to visit scenes from the movie HELP and A HARD DAY'S NIGHT, go to Chiswick House to see where The Beatles filmed the "Paperback Writer" and "Rain" videos, and go to many other Beatles London sites. This is a must-have book for anyone who is a Beatles fan and is going to visit London. Or for anyone who wants to be an armchair explorer of their old haunts. It's entertaining reading even if you'll never go to London.

This is an important collection of essays for the serious photographer and for anyone interested in the art of photography. This book is destined to become a classic and will be read a hundred years from now. Adams' many excellent books of his own photography are testimony to the validity of what he writes about. I have read these essays over and over again and continue to learn. Robert Adams is one of the few photographers whose writing matches his photography.

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The Best War Ever was written to combat the images which surfaced in the 70's about the war. Adams argued the media and servicemen glorified the war in the minds of Americans. Our troops were kind and generous, well ordered and glad to fight. No one avoided the draft. Men mingled in the trenches and found friends among other races. Men thought the war had meaning and purpose. Adams goes through systematically and bebunks these myths. Most soldiers were not kind, but became hardened to death. When soldiers took Japanese prisoners, they killed them brutally out of hatred and revenge. Men raped women, killed little children and looted houses. Men lived in filthy conditions, lived among dead bodies for weeks and despaired of ever coming home. Many resorted to homosexual or erotic activity. They could not find meaning in the war. Many in the United States got married or had children to avoid the draft. Of those were were drafted only 20 percent ever served in battle, and only half of those who served ever fired a gun or saw the enemy. This meant 80 percent were behind desks or in communications. It was them who told the wonderful stories of glory and courage. Men in the trenches seldom told their stories due to trauma. Races were segregated and black units often never saw battle. All these realities argue against the John Wayne Hollywood WWII hero. Adams is a masterful story teller; the book is well written and entertaining. The newer generation has always been exposed to these attrocities and realitites due to the change in how the War was taught. This book is written to inform those who still think it was the best war ever.

Matthew Henry outdoes himself with this book. One of the worlds famous authors of various commentaries, Mr. Henry brings to life the true meaning of the scriptures. His articulation puts the verses of the New Testament into everyday household words that makes it easy for anyone between the ages of 8-80 to understand. This powerful adaptation will send chills down your spine as he brings the text to life!

What more could we ask to make a rip-roaring good story: dedicated scientists rushing pell-mell to contain the "Zambian strain" of the HIV virus; religious fanatics determined to steal that virus; clandestine drug sales to support "the cause"; a remote headquarters in southeastern Ohio where militia who intend to reign with Christ are training in warfare and ready to murder in His holy name. The story revolves around two married scientists, Drs. Vic and Kate Waldran, who are working in a New York institute to identify and develop an antidote for a particularly virulent form of the HIV virus. Their lives are happy and fulfilling but are forever changed when Vic and his daughter Pat are captured by religious fanatics, led by the prophet Jeremiah. He intends to use Vic to spread the Zambian virus as a way to kill off the polluters of American culture, spread international chaos, and thus provoke the final battles of Armageddon and the triumphal return of Christ. Kate, a fanatic herself who loves her family above all else, refuses to call in the police to assist in the detective work--a very selfish decision if one considers that the life and death of millions is at stake. She will rescue her daughter and husband herself, together with one or two friends. Unlikely? Yes, but would things be as interesting without the Father Dowlings and Ben Matlocks of this life, determined to do the work of the police and thus provide us with many a good story? Kate takes on a new name as the story unfolds, the "Devil's Bitch," given her by her enemies. And she richly earns the title. Talk about a one person wrecking crew! Adams' fanatics are described as ignorant Christians motivated to action by their profound sense that they have lost their place in society. They are not your average inert losers, but are fired with hatred and a determination to take back their lost position. Such persons as failed farmers and malajusted Viet Nam veterans comprise their numbers. Their rich and wicked prophet, a successful, respected construction entrepreneur in New York, shares their enormous hated of Jews, African-Americans, homosexuals, newer immigrants, and others seen as the curse of American life, with a focus on urban areas as the centers of sin and corruption. The madcap Prophet Jeremiah, who receives God's word to destroy the infidels, sets out with purpose and the comforting belief that the Almighty will not allow him to fail. And thus the tale unfolds, the plot full of action and mayhem, cold hatreds, and the willingness to kill without hesitation. Author Adams, a distinguished historian of Russia and Eastern Europe, must have been developing other skills during the years he was churning out his sober, beautifully researched histories. This, his third novel written since he retired from Ohio State University, is racy and intriguing, a real page-turner. Is Hollywood paying any attention? This story is a natural for the silver screen.

This book is easy to understand. The way in which the author combined golf and leadership was pretty cool. I read it in an hour on the plane and used three points out of the book when I got to my meeting that afternoon. It's terrific!

this is great for our parents and grandparents who so want information aboout their past and we as childrean adn grandchildren sometimes are unable to obatian such info.

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In a well-written and engaging work, Prof. Adams brings to life one of the most overlooked British politicians of the early 20th Century, Andrew Bonar Law. What is so amazing about this obscurity is the fact of the immense effect Bonar Law had on British politics. He played a pivotal role in toppling the Asquith government during World War I, but his most lasting legacy was his involvement with Ulster and the Irish Question. Adams rightly states that the existence of Northern Ireland is Bonar Law's greatest achievement. (NOTE: This is not a value judgement in any way of the Irish Question, simply a fact) Despite being an 'academic' work, this book is very easy to read and filled with wry humor that makes potentially dry history come to life. I highly recommend this work.

This is an amazing book with a funny little story with an egg coloring kit & projects attached! I have purchase it for my 6 year old niece to add to her Easter basket! I know she will LOVE it! When my 12 year old daughter saw it she was disappointed that the cute little story & fun was'nt for her! I would recommend this for any child who loves coloring eggs for Easter! ENJOY!