I first became aware of this awesome book when I was majoring in Theatre Scene Design..."The Making of Theatre History" was being used not only for the Theatre History course needed for the humanities requirement, but for Theatre majors. I am here to say that this book is far more than "just" a college textbook. This book is a gem for anyone who loves theatre. Theatre. From the time man began doing more than drawing pictures on the walls of caves, theatre has been with us all the way, and Paul Kuritz has done a splendid job of detailing it. NOT in some kind of BORING textbook words, no, but in ways that makes one WANT to learn MORE. In the first chapter Mr. Kuritz defines WHAT theatre is. I was blown away--I mean here I was, a theatre design major and had never really considered WHAT theatre was, beyond actors on a stage. Folks, theatre is much MORE. Theatre is social...theatre and society go hand in hand thoroughout a rich long history. Mr. Kuritz takes us from Classical Theatre to Asian Theatre to Medieval and Renaissance Theatre to Modern Theatre-chronologically focusing on every aspect of theatre throughout the course of world history. He leaves nothing out. Everything from costume, to stage design, to acting, to theatre layout, to lighting, to the audiences are detailed within each period. He focuses upon the social aspects of theatre during each period, how events in the course of history have affected theatre, and how theatre affected events, both large and small. Though the book is well illustrated, it still lacks a bit in this regard, but if it's pictures you're after, then I would recommend either "The Oxford Illustrated History Of Theatre," or a huge "coffee table book," called "Theatre In America." But if it's theatre history you're after, I would definitely recommend "The Making Of Theatre History!"

I used this book in a college course and it was great! Our professor was friends with the author so he had a lot of inside advice to go along with it, but even without that, the book helped us understand new concepts in becoming more creative. I didn't think I had a creative bone in my body, but this helped me realize anyone can be creative if they look at it the right way and explore these steps toward creativity. This book really helped me make the creative leap beyond!

Just returned from Malaysia and purchased the book in Kuala Lumpur thinking that it might not be available in US. Large format with photos of nearly 50 photographers many tops in their field. The text is informative and the pix exquisite.

This tour de force historical perspective of nature leads the reader into a provocative search for understanding the human role on Earth. Not for the narrow-minded and/or Jerry Falwell.

A wonderfully detailed and moving account of the life of Dr. Walter A. Maier, professor at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis and first speaker for The Lutheran Hour. One gets an idea of the incredible faith, drive and far-sightedness of the man who oversaw the formation of KFUO Radio in radio's infancy, and the trials and triumphs of starting The Lutheran Hour during the Depression, and in the face of those who controlled much of the liberal drivel that characterized religious broadcasting of the time. This book also shows how a theologically conservative Church body embraced the latest technology of the time in Bringing Christ to the Nations. The World War II years are also covered, describing the profound effects of The Lutheran Hour's messages among laity, clergy and our Armed Forces around the world. One is amazed at the tremendous response to the broadcasts by so many, and of the huge Lutheran Hour Rallies that sprung up during the time which will, most likely, never again been seen in such magnitude. For a good overview of the "Golden Years" of Radio for the LC-MS, and for catching a passion for proclaiming the pure Gospel of Jesus Christ today, this book is a must read.

This is an extremely useful book. It begins with northern England and covers the continent west of the Elbe and north of the Alps, including Scandinavia. Since most American readers tend to have some familiarity with England if with any region, this may be practical. However, it leads to a recommendation that the reader definitely should not stop with the first chapter, because only later does it become apparent that there were many other ways of handling "commons" and many different definitions of what was "common."

I took a chance with this book. Although I don't usually. It does not take away from the book. It only makes it more impressive. Quite amazing. Here you have the most important tips to efective managament project and it will be very helpful for the manager or person who wants to make of his/her project a real challenge.

This is the most comprehensive guide I've seen so far for the difficult issue of balancing elder care with work duties. It lays out realistic case histories in a way that managers and employees can relate to.

Author John Paul Marosy is a former family caregiver, and has also served as CEO of leading organizations in elder and home health care. He takes a pre-emptive approach to management intervention, proffering simple and elegant ways for managers to avoid, for example, the tension-related blowups that happen when employees are stressed.

He also suggests dialogues that put both managers and employees at ease when discussing what for most people is an intensely personal, family issue. He details how managers can collect resource information that empowers employees to make their own decisions and includes a list of national organizations.

This book should become a resource on every manager's shelf. It's one thing to strive to run a family friendly company and another to run such a company WELL. This book, if utilized properly, could save a lot of jobs and well being.

Christina L. Pappas Managing Editor Worcester Business Journal, Worcester, MA 4/14/99

This book has great sections on perception and what is actaully being said. For example, if somebody says to you "You're doing fine" might mean the opposite!

Also, great section on what interview questions are illegal.