I read this book for the preparation of an in-class discussion of Evolution in a university biology course. Well, lucky me (possibly by God's Grace), I find that book by M A Corey who smartly and intelligently reconcile both the "fact of evolution" and "the truth of Bible". His sound arguments based on modern cosmology, quantum physics, relativity, and biology neatly demonstrates how the "Science" discoveries really is "Supporting" the Bible accounts of creation rather than denying it. M. A. Corey is the new Hero of our time in terms of liberating the long-withstanding, painful struggles of christian intellects from those stubborn, over-defensive approach of some rigid kind of "religious authority" who had also burnt Galileo on a stick.

hey mike, great book, i can tell you spent lots of time on it. i am also proud to know you!

This book is a must have for anyone who is seeking truth. The information leads you to a brink of brand new enlightenment.Nile Valley Contributions... is the beginning of the real story...

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If you believe that getting along with others is the universal key to success,then this book is important reading. If, on the other hand, you don't believe that getting along with others is important, then it's even more important to read this book. While working for a major information services company, our management team believed so strongly in Tony Alessandra's message we not only gave copies of this book to more than 200 of our sales representatives, but also brought Tony to one of our sales meetings to reinforce the message face-to-face. If you have any questions about Tony Alessandra, feel free to email me at adamleft@webspan.net

We've borrowed it from the library twice already and it is his favorite! The tiger goes through quite a bit to get his stripes back, and my son knows the story by heart. I think it's time to buy him his own copy so other kids can borrow it too!

From start to finish this book is a definite gem, I first read this book in 1978, and loved it then, I have since read this book and given it to friends we all need to have experiences like this.

This is truly the best of Mr. Anthony's work.

A definite read for persons wanting to get into the caribbean childhood experience.

I have read several books on the mental side of the game, but it was not until Michael Anthony's Mental Keys that my game has started to improve considerably. It really has widened my horizon of what I now know I am capable of and has shown me a whole new level of possibilities in my own game. The Four Step Routine he describes helps me stay in the frame of mind that will allow for optimum performance. Not only have I taken off 10 strokes in a very short time period, I am also enjoying myself much more. By applying the "tools" from the book I know I will achieve my goals. I highly recommend The Mental Keys to anyone who is looking beyond the mechanical aspects of golf to lower his or her handicap.

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This will be the BEST [price] you will spend on your Golf game.

I forget how I met Michael Anthony but I will not forget how his book changed my golf game. It was about 3 years ago that we met. I was so impressed with his book I helped him with his web site for NO money up front. I said when you get your book in front of people they will read it and they will start buying it and you will pay me. That is how much I believe in him and his book.

This is not your average book on Golf. It teaches you the things that no Golf pro does or can in my opinion. This book has the ability to cut your score down even if you are not a great athlete but don't think the pro's can't use this book because they can and they do. A bunch of pro's on tour use Michael Anthony teachings.

This book teaches you how to think your way around the course. Every time my score goes up a few strokes I read the book and it goes back down.

I had the ability to play Golf and shot good scores (mid 70's) but most of the time I was in the mid 80's. This book has kept my average game over the last few years under 80! And I have not seen a Golf pro to work on my swing in that time.

Golf is a game for life and so is this book.

If you do not find this book helpful Golf is not for you!

Great book!!

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This will be the BEST [money] you will spend on your Golf game.

I forget how I met Michael Anthony but I will not forget how his book changed my golf game. It was about 3 years ago that we met. I was so impressed with his book I helped him with his web site for NO money up front. I said when you get your book in front of people they will read it and they will start buying it and you will pay me. That is how much I believe in him and his book.

This is not your average book on Golf. It teaches you the things that no Golf pro does or can in my opinion. This book has the ability to cut your score down even if you are not a great athlete but don't think the pro's can't use this book because they can and they do. A bunch of pro's on tour use Michael Anthony teachings.

This book teaches you how to think your way around the course. Every time my score goes up a few strokes I read the book and it goes back down.

I had the ability to play Golf and shot good scores (mid 70's) but most of the time I was in the mid 80's. This book has kept my average game over the last few years under 80! And I have not seen a Golf pro to work on my swing in that time.

Golf is a game for life and so is this book.

If you do not find this book helpful Golf is not for you!

Great book!!

Despite the fact there are many positive reviews out there given by other readers, I found this book is yet another book on self-discipline, the only new ingredient is the author has some kind of military training and he keeps on reminding the reader about this(i.e. he was a navy SEAL commando). To be fair, some of the techniques outlined are useful, but this kind of information is readily available in many other books/articles as well(names like Covey, Robins come to mind), not necessarily only known to the military, as the author tries so hard to press onto the reader.

Chapter 7 (The 100 secrets of power living) is a major flop. Lots of the 'secrets' are not only redundant, some actually contradict with one another.

The redundancy is evident, for example, #17 Breath of life and #57 Power breathing are saying the same thing; #3 Exercise and #66 Endorphin Fix are also identical, namely encourage you to exercise. This is just a partial list of the redundancies. I think those 100 secrets actually can be pared down to around 50 or so and be categorized into a few groups, namely self and mind management, nutrition, physical fitness and general wisdom. These so-called 'secrets' are pretty much common-sense or common-wisdom that most people should know in order to survive. A few of them are quite subjective, like #20 Buy a pet.

In #12 Turn Off the TV, Janke described television as 'the most powerful form of mind control known to man' and urged the reader to 'Unplug the brain-washing machine!', however in #44 Enjoy nature, he said 'If you can't go to nature, bring nature to you. Watch the Discovery channel or wildlife films with your children or spouse and enjoy the marvels of Mother Nature.' This implies we should unplug the TV to avoid getting brain-washed, but in order to enjoy nature without getting outdoor, plug it back on and watch the discovery channel!! This is one of the inconsistencies I noticed, there are more sprinkled throughout the 100 secrets in Chapter 7.

This book is prosaic, in fact it is just a compilation of some general self-help books and quotes. The only 'new' thing that I can tell is it takes advantage of the curiosity ordinary people have on special operations teams and keeps pressing on the fact that the techniques in the book are used by the Navy SEALs.

This is probably the best self-improvement book I've ever read (and I've read quite a few). I know that sounds like so much hyperbole when I say it's "the best", but it is. The author has the viewpoint that self-discipline is the key to success in any endeavor. He not only shows you how to build your discipline, but how to apply it to different areas- particularly goal-setting, fitness and nutrition. Improving your discipline can impact every area of your life, and this is the book that can help. Another reason I like this book so much is that it is well-written. So many self-improvement type books are filled with not much more than motivational platitudes (which do have their place), but Power Living tells you exactly how you can build your self-discipline and REALLY change your life!

I began reading this book the day it arrived. As an author and avid reader, I didn't know what to expect. I read several books a week and find that most of them could be summarized into an article instead of a book. But this book is power packed with outstanding insights on literally every page. It got me thinking about the power of discipline and how it does in fact make all the difference in one's life. The author is smart as a whip and brought some fresh ideas on this well accepted concept. I took extensive notes in the book and added them to my Goals Journal that I review each morning. Everyone who wants to become successful in life should read this book and follow it's suggestions. There were so many brilliant concepts I am reluctant to single out one. This book has blessed my life with it's thoughts and I am forever in the author's debt. I wish you all the success in the world with this book, and in your life. Sincerely Robert Taylor

I must say, Stackpole is one of the top three writers of Star Wars novels. There were several aspects of the book that I liked, such as his development of the Vong culture. Before, we didn't have a clue what made them tick, but now we know more about them as a people. As usual, the battles will keep you on the edge of your seat. One thing that I didn't like about the storyline is that the Vong seem easier to defeat. In Vector Prime, they were portrayed as a super-race that could beat the Jedi Knights. They were shown as a race in which the individual didn't care about his own political status, but only for the dominance of the galaxy. Now, they are no better than the bureaucrats of the New Republic. And they seen much easier to defeat in battle. The Jedi only lost a few in the last battle, and none in the first. One thing that I didn't expect was the way the story ended. You won't believe the way things turn out. I look forward to the release of Agents of Chaos 1: Hero's Trial this fall.

Of Michael Stackpole, I can really say only one thing - the force is strong with him. Stackpole has almost singlehandedly recharged my interest in the post-Return of the Jedi string of Star Wars novels. The man knows Star Wars, and he seems to have a great passion for telling the stories.

"Ruin" picks up where the previous novel, "Onslaught," left off. For those not following along, the universe has been invaded by evil, brutal, slave- taking, anti-technology warriors who exist outside the force. Our aging but still potent friends from the Star Wars movies must save the day. We actually get very little of Han Solo and the droids, but plenty of Leia, her children, Luke, and Luke's Jedi students. That's fine, for the most part. I rather like the Jedi, but there are points where I started to miss the irreverent Solo.

As with past Stackpole novels, the action is fast and furious, though this is not simply a battle-only novel. Stackpole explores some of the more interesting questions of being a Jedi. Luke and his students repeatedly argue about the role of the Jedi in the war, and whether aggressively attacking the enemy is the dark side. Interesting sidebar, but the novel cuts back into the action before it gets too philosophical.

The bad guys in this novel are quite fascinating, and I enjoyed the scenes told from the perspective of the invasion leader who believes pain is the one constant in the universe. He obviously was forced to watch NBC's "Must See T.V.". These are interesting villains and ominous in their single-minded violence.

While not quite as well-paced as Stackpole's earlier novel, "Ruin" is a strong effort and should appeal to Star Wars fans and keep them anxious for more.

I just finished reading the "Dark Tide" novels and I haven't been more pleased with a Star Wars novelist. I've stayed away from Star Wars fiction for the most part because of bad experiences I've had with it in the past (the over-rated Timothy Zhan trilogy), but the "New Jedi Order" books rock! In particular, I found the way Stackpole connected his own novels together with the criminally under-appreciated "Vector Prime" to be exceptionally noteworthy. He picked up right where Salvatore left off and upped the adrenaline.

Corran Horn, whom I know nothing about, was tremendous! What an awsome character Stackpole has here; clever, deadly, cocky, and humble, we was the perfect embodiment of the post-Skywalker Jedi Knight. With 20-something novels left to round out this series, I'm sure he'll be back.

I also found the character developement outstanding; Luke Skywalker certainly demonstrates why he is the Master...

One passage in particular, was incredible!...I had goosebumps....Speaking of, Anakin "The Vong Killing Machine" Solo is also handled nicely, as he come to grips with Chewbacca's death and grows as a warrior and into a man. His future's so bright, I gots to wear shades. Jacen's a conceited dweeb, but Jaina kicks coral tail as part of Rogue Squadron! The flight passages were extrordinary! I could actually visualize the action in my mind's eye while I read of Jaina and Gavin Darklighter (who is also excellent) deftly manuvering their X-wings through the action.

Overall, it's oustanding! As someone who is not a fan of Star Wars fiction at all, I found a smile on my face as I tore through both books in just four sittings (and paid the price at work following each). The Yuuzhan Vong are a truly formidable adversary, with a certain dignity in their beliefs and ferocity with which they defend them. I'm 27 years old, and I found myself wishing they'd come out with Vong action figures. What's up with that?! Salvatore put the hook in me, but Stackpole has reeled me in for the entire series.

Now, I wonder what a certain grieving ex-smuggler is up to...

After Allston's three-book cycle, Stackpole returns with another X-Wing book to tie up the loose ends from his previous novel, The Bacta War. While Isard's Revenge is an excellent read, I have to say that it's biggest strength is Stackpole's excellent writing style. His plot threads for this one are slightly lacking.

Isard's Revenge covers everything Stackpole has ever written on Rogue Squadron. This includes the novels AND the comics, for those who think Krennel was a one-shot character. While it's not really necessary to read the comics, they do supplement the book rather nicely. In fact, halfway through I actually went out and picked up the comics. The book picks up at the very end of Zahn's novel "The Last Command" (in fact, Tycho's dialogue is pulled word-for-word.) After the battle, the New Republic decides to go after the remaining Imperials, and choose Krennel as their target. Through a series of plot twists, Rogue Squadron is assumed dead, and teams up with Isard to destroy Krennel.

Stackpole's biggest problem has always been character development. He gets Corran, Gavin, and Wedge down just fine, but long-standing characters such as Inryi Forge and Ooryl are still releatively underdeveloped. Especially lacking is Hobbie; one would think that after been left out of seven X-Wing books, he would finally get some decent dialogue. Also, you can immediately pick out from the Dramatis Personne who dies and who lives. Stackpole has written himself into a corner in that he doesn't have any characters he's willing to sacrifice.

The plot and various sub-plots don't really kick in till halfway through the novel when Isard shows up. With that said, there's some really good stuff here, including Asyr and Borsk, the mini-adventure the droids have, and seeing Wedge finally get promoted to general. Stackpole has also learned to tighten his dogfight scenes, though the amount of description he puts into each and every exploding TIE Fighter can be overkill. There are times when simply stating "the TIE Fighter exploded in his viewport" will sufficed.

Isard's Revenge comes recommended because of Stackpole's writing style and the fact that it ties up the X-Wing series nicely. It may not quite be up to the standards of the previous books in the X-Wing series, especially when compared to the character development of Allston, but it is still superior to most Star Wars novels.

When I started reading this book I was really excited that it was about Rogue Squadron again instead of Wraith Squadron. Don't get me wrong the Wraith Squadron books were good, but Corran Horn is my favorite character.

If you've read any of the other X-Wing books it is written the same way (which can be a good or bad thing depending on whether or not you liked the other X-Wing books). It starts off with a quick interesting battle. Something bad happenns, about 100 pages of the good guys looking for the bad guys, and its all followed up with a big long battle.

There is only one thing I didn't like about the book: Isard is supposed to be dead. I mean they already killed her in book 4 or something. This is the only thing that I don't like about the Star Wars books: no one seems to ever really die. If you can live with that, and you liked the other 7 X-Wing books then this one is a deffinate must.

First things first. Read the X-wing comics. I don't care what you think of the idea of comics in general, but half the plot is dependent on the X-wing comics. At the very least read 'Mandatory Retirement'. not only is it quite good, but its essentially the partner story to 'Isard's Revenge'. If you ask yourself where the clone came from ,apy attention to the second-last scene in MR. If you want Krennel's background, you'll get it in MR. (You'll also know why both Isard and the Republic hate him so, considering how he humiliated them both.) Like most of Stackpole's works, it simply can't be viewed as a single piece. Its all history, and history doesn't get told in one book.

That said, its a pretty good book. Nice combat, as usual. An overall strong plot (if you know the background, of course.) Nice to see good ol' Nrin, too. He was one of my favorite Rogues from the comics, and its nice to see him after his experiecnes in MR. I liked the tie-in with 'The Last Command' on the Zahn novels, adding a bit more of that perspective I love so much in the SW universe. (The Bantham books anyway. Check my 'Vector Prime' review if you want to see me moan about the NJO series.) Nice to see little things like the Lusankya in there again. (Granted, an SSD isn't little, but that's beside the point.) Granted, the 'coming back from the dead' complaint has validity, although what's so bad about Janson or Asyr surviving? Just because their ship gets his doesn't mean they get killed. That's why they give X-wing pilots vac suits and ejection seats, after all.

In any case, its another logical piece of history, filling in the gaps, so to speak. While it's not the best X-wing novel, its a good read nonetheless, as long as you know the background. Provided the previous requierments are fulfilled, it is reccomended. Even then, buy it for the simple pleasure of having Booster Terrik slam Borsk Fey'lyas up against the wall and yell at him. That was a long time coming.