Frequently forgotten or misjudged, this book provides one of the most hilarious plots ever written. The "common sense" of Huck is always fighting for bring Tom's lunacies to Earth, but the question is, why should we do that? Tom's reveries are the key for happy travel with a sane state of mind, providing the key which erase the nuance between what should be and possibly, what actually is. A delightful book.

Author Eduard Mark has done a superb job of recounting the strengths and weaknesses of aerial interdiction efforts in World War II, Korea, and Vietnam. Starting with the Allied invasion of North Africa, Mark examines how the three-tiered system of Allied air operations was developed (primarily through British influence) and how that system remained in effect throughout the succeeding wars. As the author discusses the various operations in World War II, he is not afraid to state that things did not always go well regarding interdiction efforts and on more than one occasion, airmen could not deliver their promised results. At times, this was crucial, as in Sicily when controversial command decisions coupled with non-effective employment of air and naval assets allowed nearly 40,000 Germans to escape to Italy. At other times, as in preparation for D-Day, aerial interdiction played a key role in preventing or delaying German troops and supplies from reaching the Normandy beachhead. As World War II gave way to Korea and later, Vietnam, Mark does an excellent job of providing insight into how those wars differed from World War II, how political constraints hampered the effectiveness of interdiction efforts, and how the Air Force's own single-mindedness of pursuing the strategic mission overshadowed equipment and training needed to successfully prosecute interdiction missions. Also, the limited effectiveness of interdiction due to sophisticated antiaircraft defenses and topographical features is examined. In sum, Mark presents a very well-balanced account of aerial interdiction from its development in North Africa through Vietnam. His frankness in stating when things went well and when they didn't go well, along with his analysis, add to the credibility of his writing. Lastly, his use of maps at the beginning of each chapter, coupled with photos throughout the book make it easy for the reader to visualize where things are happening and how they are unfolding.

This book is wonderful for a fan lookig for pin-ups of the band. Not too much infomation contained, but there are some wonderful pin-ups from Woodstock 94'. Great for the collection of any fan!!!

A worthy follow-up to the author's _Wordless Rhetoric_, this book studies 5 pieces in great detail, including a lesser-known cantata by Mendelssohn and Berlioz's _Harold in Italy_. The explorations are devoted and careful, abd remarkably free of scholarly cant. From them, Bonds illuminates much about musical thinking and life in the 19thc. and beyond.

Extremely well written, thoughtful, thought-provoking and intelligent. Much recommended!

It's the most comprehensive, all-inclusive 596-page volume with information on healthy living - nutrition, control of emotions, excercise. There are great chapters on Relaxation, Yoga, Sex, and much more! Great, rejuvenating, life-saving reference material for any man - young or old.

Mark Denny compiles tons of awesome work into one book. It reads well, and explains it all. This helped me finish my thesis.

This is an excellent reference for the model builder. It covers all the different color schemes used for the time span. It has a lot of color profiles, and shows bombers, fighters, transport, and training aircraft.

Though it could have been written in a bit more detail, this book is thourogh and explains much about lasers. If you need to learn alot about lasers and fast, READ THIS BOOK!

Akiko's back! As a reward for her rescue of the Prince in the previous books, King Froptoppit rewards Akiko by sending her (And her pals Mr. Beeba, Spuckler, Gax, and Poog) on a trip to The Intergalactic Zoo. Unfortunately, once the owner finds out 'Kiko is an "Earthian" he kidnaps her and adds her to his private collection...

Mark Crilley does his usual excellent job; The writing is brisk and fun, and the illustrations are excellent. Akiko is probably one of the most likeable characters I've read about in a long time. The book itself is beautifully designed, and the hardcover is a great value. Highly recommended!

i read this book when it firts came out it is an all action with some twist in the story so you should read akiko on the planet smoo Akiko in the shrubed islands and akiko and the grate wall of trued and akiko in alen relepors castle because you wont understand some of the thing that happen in this story. i read this book in less than 24 hours. This is a must read

Russell Bruno