This is a very even collection of short stories inspired by visits to places protected by The Nature Conservancy. They run the gamut from stories with an environmental message to stories about people set against wild backgrounds, but all are well written and engaging, without a clunker among them.

Well worth the wait. This edition is the best of the Oggi in Italia texts. In the later editions, Merlonghi changes the format to some extent, making the book less attractive and the exercises less enjoyable. In Oggi in Italia, the author puts together everything you ever need to know about reading and speaking italian. It contains dialogues at very realistic and helpful places, such as il mercato, l'aeroporto, e l'universita, and takes you through all tenses and voices of grammar -- even passato romoto, the historical past used in writing. A must for anyone going to the best country in the world or anyone else interested in learning the language.

This wonderfully, illustrated, 32 page children's book condenses an incredible amount of information into five to six sentence paragraphs on each page for quick reading. I was impressed with the use of accurate vocabulary for the tasks and tools of the times which is approximately between the years 1780 - 1865, before industrialization really took hold in our America. Various trades and typical household tasks are explained and told in story fashion in each paragraph. A quick read, but can be used in school lessons if one chooses to expand a little. Excellent for children learning about early American history, and an excellent comparison with European lifestyles of the same time in history. The illustrations are also great story starters with many interesting details that enhance the information, as well as whimsical touches such as a cat perched on a roof or chasing a mouse, a duck in a puddle, or a dog snuggled next to the woodstove. This is a book we will read many times over.

A short letter just to say what a comfort I find your book. It was a precious gift from a friend at a time when I needed answers in my life. Your wonderful book gave me those answers, its like having a comfort blanket. Your book gives me inspiration, security and I dont feel alone any more. What a wonderfu talented human soul you are. I will always treasure this book and if I need an answer, I just open the book and there it is, beautifully spoken. I want to say thank you for lighting up those dark places within, they will never be without light again....from someone who sleeps better at night.

"These are the real stories of a Sichangu Wischasha who knows himself well and a haunting story of a people who have survived on the Northern Plains against all odds." INDIAN COUNTRY TODAY MAGAZINE

"On Music and Health" is an important book - one that should be on every bookshelf. Whether you are a seasoned professional musician, an amateur, only had a few lessons, an avid music lover whose fingers move deftly over the remote control of the stereo system or someone who merely turns on the radio, this book is for you. "On Music and Health" will help you understand how the music you love (whatever the genre) can work toward helping you attain perfect health. It is written in a clear and easy to read style. The activities are fun and provide great insight with regard to the music that impacts your life and how you listen to that music. For many people this will be a journey of self-discovery in an area that hasn't been commonly explored. You can read it from cover to cover or pick sections that pique your curiosity. Any way you read it, it's going to affect your life.

The Ten Books of Architecture by Alberti, is one of the finest texts for the education of an Architect or Town Planner. Alberti's ideas are studied at almost very Architecture Program in the world. The Ten Books of Architecture describe how to design successfully, and how to design towns that are safe. Alberti expands on the work of Vitruvius. I would recommend this book for anyone who has an intrest in design. The text is very simple to understand. After reading these books, one will have a much clearer understanding of design.

This is a very good book to start out with if you are interested in the Oregon Trail. Tells a great story.

its a short book in which the author reveals many of his experiences, and in what he belives...

Joseph Boyes died in August, 1995 in La Jolla California, leaving behind the over 100 fellows he had trained in the preceeding 50 years