Father Paul Rout's small study of these two seminal figures in Chrisitanity leaves the reader feeling that more is needed. It is a short and fragmented study which may have amounted to something if more time and effort were put into the scholarship.

It seems to be an outline for what could be a great study. However, the current work amounts to rehashed lecture notes.

Rout's book is simply the *best* summary of the lives, thoughts, and actions of Francis of Assisi and his second-generation disciple and expositor, Bonaventure. With clarity and agility, Rout traces the lives of both men, showing the former's charismatic personality and the latter's scholarly excellence and how both used their gifts in spreading the good news of God's love in Jesus Christ to the people of their time. Since Bonaventure is the systematic theologian and was the most significant early Franciscan to give shape to Francis' wisdom, Rout concentrates on his writings and thoughts a great deal, but in no way excludes the life of Francis nor its profound impact on people to this very day. Rout's final chapter on Francis encounter with the Sultan as the basis for modern ecumenical dialogue is excellent. There is simply nothing about this book not to like. It is short and to the point, doesn't get lost in theological jargon, is accessible to anyone, and is profound in its reflections on the experience of God these two had and how it relates to living a Christian life today. As an admirer of both, I highly recommend this book to anyone else who does, and who believes there is more to medieval theology than Thomas Aquinas!!

Every page of this easy-to-read book is inspiring and worth taking a highlighter to! I loved the prayers and quotes that were included; they showed the sensitivity and compassion of these two wonderful saints. A beautiful book for sure!

Much of the content of the 1993 edition of the Lonely Planet guide to Mongolia is badly outdated. Things have changed a lot (and for the better, in terms of availability of goods and services) since the author was here. He can't be faulted for that. But he can be faulted for having written a lot that is unkind, unfair, and uninformed. Two researchers were in Mongolia in the summer of 1996, doing research for an updated edition of this book. If you need a guide to Mongolia, try to get their updated edition

Lonely Planet guides are targeted at your average traveller interested in the usual attractions. Happily enough for them, their guides satisfy a good 80% of visitors to a said country. More intrepid travellers would be found wanting.

Sadly enough, the average visitor to Mongolia is likely to be more adventurous than those to other destinations. Herein lies the failure of applying the same formulaic approach when writing a guide on Mongolia. The tone of the book assumes that the reader has to be dragged kicking and screaming into this "God-forsaken" land of fermented milk and crumbling post-soviet era apartment blocks.

Taking into account varying degrees of "tolerence" to the harsh weather and unfamiliar cuisines seems to be an ongoing theme. The writers forget that some 70 odd years of Soviet influence has introduced western style breads, jams, pickled vegetables etc, which are readily available at most aimag capitals. Indeed, the market in Bulgan city was very well stocked. (at least in the summer and fall).

Granted that the country is ever-changing as it is thrust into the 21st Century, but one would expect that the approach to writing this guide would address this as well. Food options in UB are plentiful. Where there had been a handful of chinese restaurants as little as 2 years ago, at least 50 can be listed today.

So leave this guide at home, or better yet, bring it along so your Mongolian friends can share a good laugh.

There are some major problems with this book. It takes a condescending tone towards Mongolian culture/food/attractions from the average expectations for such things if you weren't in Mongolia. Lonely Planet compares Mongolia to the, say, average European country. The average traveler to Mongolia is not looking for an average European country. Taking this mode to guiding you through the country, cheapens the experience with unecessary and biased opinions. I found the maps to be pretty useful, and a good base for finding your way around the country. In the absence of other guide books to Mongolia, Lonely Planet is not a bad choice, if read with a grain of salt.

Being Canadian and a former criminology student, I've read all the literature related to the Paul/Karla case. I snagged this book, thinking, 'Hmm, this could be interesting...the whole case from Paul's perspective...', and after reading the first couple pages thought, 'What on earth is this?'

Maybe it's just because I prefer actual content, but I was monumentally unimpressed with this book. I've actually never seen a book that annoyed me more than this one did. I started thinking that this was the author's way of displaying her feelings, and ended up wondering if the author had some sort of obsession with Bernardo. Many of the poems and jottings within this book had me thinking that if someone was sending this stuff to me, I would be writing 'Return to Sender' on the envelope.

Crosbie had an interesting idea in writing her take on one of Canada's most notorious criminals (one of the few whose names Americans recognize), but it didn't come out correctly on paper. Rather than seem as a collage of a woman's thoughts and views on a heinous event, it almost seemed as though Crosbie was obsessing over both the crimes and the criminal, trying to connect herself to both events.

I would highly recommend 'Invisible Darkness', 'Lethal Marriage', or 'Deadly Innocence' (my personal preference is for 'Invisible Darkness', as it gave the information without villifying Paul and glorifying Karla, something many commentaries are guilty of). I do not recommend 'Karla's Web' by Frank Davey for anyone who is interested in the details of the trial itself, as it's more a sociological look at society. But I still keep an eye out for a book that questions giving a self-admitted murdered only a twelve year sentence, and when it comes out, it will be one I jump on.

I have never, and I mean NEVER read a book so terrible (and I've read some bad stuff). This book is very bad!... I bought this book assuming it was a collection of the letters between the author and Paul Bernardo. WRONG! The first page says it is based on a collection of fictional writings. So why is it in "TRUE" crime? What a let down. If anyone reads this review, take it from one person to another... don't waste your money!

Certain other reviewers are upset because this book is listed as "true crime," and offended because it isn't. It's presumably in "true crime" with his face on the cover because the publisher decided that was how they'd reach the largest audience. Authors don't decide these things, and it's not reasonable to hold them responsible.

As to whether it's "fictional" or not -- the author wrote the letters and collected the clippings, so no, it's not really. The book is an exploration of a woman's reaction to these crimes...if you're expecting a movie-of-the-week true crime pulp, this isn't it.

I strongly disagree with all of the other reviews... I am not a beginning PC user (MCSE & CNA), but I've never had any experience with Access. Yeah, there are typos, but if you understand the exercise, you should be able to figure out what to do. I have recommended this book to several of the people that I work with in IT. The author does remind you to open the program way too many times, and the author does change at day 18 (for the worse) - I now have a very good understanding of Access, all thanks to this book.

This book is a good buy for the beginner. It covers areas that the other teach yourself books have not covered on Access. Mainly design issues. You may be able to create a working database, but without proper design, the pain of correcting it is intense.

Yes, the errors are annoying, yes the repetition of basic information is at times annoying but come on, deal with it you babies. The main reason I bought this book is because of the step by step walkthroughs. I am perfectly familiar with a computer and this allows me the benefit of skimming, which perhaps is essential to use this book to it's potential. Who cares about the typos as long as the steps are valid, and I have found them to be. This book surpasses all the available free tutorials out there on the web and I am honestly happy I got it. One caveat, you do have to be able to think imaginatively and read between the lines. If you are unable to do this, as many people are, don't buy this book. Take a class where someone can walk you through it and answer your questions. Also, the book clearly states in the beginning that it is not for beginners, but for those already familiar with basic concepts. Like so many other books out there this one is sink or swim, personally I like it. I can't believe someone wrote a negative review because it was difficult to remove the CD without damaging the back cover, how ridiculous.

Normally, I don't go out of my way to criticize a book, but this one warranted it. Do not buy this book. It is obvious that the author knows VBA, but he has a difficult time teaching it. The book fails on engaging the reader and providing real world examples. Rather, the author simply disseminates definitions of concepts, and allows little room for context. I truly do not understand how this one made it to press. I am confounded. His belletristic language, coupled with various errors point to someone in a hurry to meet a deadline and indulge himself rather than truly guide the reader. The book is peppered with poor and erroneous examples. I made a list of them and just threw it away, as it was becoming a waste of time. I have read many programming books in my day, and this is, by far, the worst. Do yourself a favor and find another book...I would say ANY VBA tutorial would be a better option. Try Diane Zak's book under Course Technology. What a difference. One is the right way to teach and the other is the right way to confuse. The only people I would advise to buy this are other authors of programming books, as it would help enlarge their self-esteem.

I've used other "For Dummies" books, and expected more. I was disappointed. The book seemed intent on touting the individual capabilities of the interface and components without building the reader's SKILL in using them. Part of the problem is in the scope, how you use VBA is somewhat application-specific, so trying to teach it from a multi-application reference is a losing battle. The author even admits that many of the examples won't work if typed in as-is. The biggest shortcoming is in VBA/Parent Application information linking. If you want ideas on what VBA is capable of, go ahead and buy this, but if you're trying to develop a program for a specific application, buy an application-specific book by another publisher instead/also.

I tried using Access 97 Programming Unleashed to learn VBA. I got more out of the smaller VBA for Dummies book than the 850 page Unleased book. I especially liked the way it broke down the parts the VB Editor. This book doesn't try to do a lot of things like fat books do, but sticks to the main topic, VBA. I liked it because it's small and doesn't break my arm when I read it. On the less positive side it had isolated pieces of code that you can't really use without some expertise and it doesn't cover Access very well.

Hey! If you can't get interviews with anyone who makes the show, just phone some fans and tape the conversation! There's a little more to this than that but you'll learn nothing from the book that you didn't know and while it eulogises The West Wing it oddly makes you think less of the show. It's just padding filler of no lasting consequence at all. But, hey, apart from that, it's fine.

I am a hardcore fan, but this book was a major disappointment and I must echo the reviews of those who have written them before me. The episode recaps were worthless and the photos uninspired. There's a much better book (an understatement, to say the least) out there on this wonderful show. Save your money and buy it instead.

If you are a major West Wing fan, this book is NOT for you. There is nothing in here the dedicated fans and internet users do not already know! This is just a book of facts - and many wrong ones at that - and older photos. Nothing new in these pages!

If you are a new viewer to West Wing and want to catch up, I might recommend this book. However, all of the information here - and thensome - is available on the internet for free.

Chapter 9 .. That's where they ask the question "What is an Active Server Page?", a question you presumably asked BEFORE reading chapters 1-8.

The truly sad part is that the book can't even competently answer the question. Maybe I should write a book about the mating habits of giant squid and call it "ASP Secrets Revealed!" ... At least you would get to read about giant squid doing the dirty.

As a book on general web scripting, particularly scripting for folks who are not used to doing such things, this is a very good book.

It introduces, in clear, intelligible text, what you need to know about VBScript, JavaScript and DHTML. Examples are plentiful, and the tables are laid out in a manner that makes it good for later reference.

There are a couple of chapters on server-side scripting. Basics, uses, components, even the obligatory text about Visual Interdev.

Ultimately, though, this book is not about "Active Server Pages." It's about scripting your web site.

Maybe they should have called it "Web Scripting Blue Book". But....oh!...that's it!....if they associated it with "Blue Book" then *everyone* will read about the real history of the internet (page 11). And we wouldn't want *that*, would we?

A fine book if you want the practical side of writing an Active web page. Lots of practical examples. True it isn't just about ASP, but it is about using ASP to develop a whole Web site. Best of 3 books I have on the subject.

Hating everything and everyone will not grow even one follicle back on your smooth, shiny pate, Paul. And that hat doesn't make you look like Walter Winchell, either.

Go Dawgs!

Well reader from Tuscaloosa, AL, I can think of about 10 good reasons the 'sorry' Auburn team is better than the Bama team, but I dont want to reopen your sore wounds.
This guy should write a book on Alabama starting with one thing even the Bama fans hate... Coach Fran.
The fact of the matter is, this book is a cheap attempt at a few bucks, and Finebaum doesnt know his subject matter.

The fact that this guy is able to maintain a sinecure as a sports talk show host making six figures per year proves that Alabama has serious education problems. The state would be better off if someone snuffed him out.

Don't buy this guy's stupid books and don't listen to his radio show. He is a parasite that feeds off of the stupidity of the unwashed public. A chrome dome pooper scooper.

As a Notre Dame alum, I can only bemusedly shrug and express my condolences for Finebaum's modest literary talent, the primary product of which is his series of "I Hate" books (this mercenary oeuvre of literary chaff may be viewed herein by recourse to the author link).

Finebaum is as skilled in marketing as in writing, evidenced by his churning out of such perceptive titles as "I Hate U Maine," an institution which garners about as much vitriol as the Public Broadcasting System. A tremendous surprise it is that such brilliant work is now out of print, apparently less successful even than the other stellar tomes in the "I Hate" pantheon, each of which dwells in the netherworld of Amazon popularity.

Of course, the ultimate justice has already been served, as the best book in the series is titled "I Hate Paul Finebaum : 303 Reasons Why You Should, Too," by Tommy Charles.

There is no reason to hate Paul Finebaum. His books speak for themselves.

I admit I don't like Notre Dame. It's a good school with many good students. I still don't like it. That does not mean that I would encourage anyone to buy any of these generally mean-spirited and under-researched books. Sure it's supposed to be a joke, but it is a cheap and nasty laugh. If you really think you or yours are better than any of the things this author hates, then prove it. Don't buy these books.

Pocket Books, the literary rights-holders of the "Star Trek" Universe, recently announced that they were drastically paring back the number of nonfiction "Star Trek" books that they would be publishing over the next few years. I find this very unfortunate. What I find even more unfortunate, though, is that the "Star Trek: Voyager Companion" is such a poor release that it may drive sales even lower and stop them from releasing any more nonfiction "Star Trek" for quite some time. I really hope that's not the case, though; I've been hoping for an updated version of the "Star Trek Encyclopedia" or the "Star Trek Chronology" for a while...

Anyway, the Voyager Companion is a shockingly bad release given the wonderful nature of almost every nonfiction Star Trek book that has preceded it. Almost devoid of behind-the-scenes info, it instead gives the types of pointless tallies (shuttlecraft lost, contacts made with the Alpha Quadrant, etc.) that you can find in almost any obsessive fan's website. Given the high standards set by the Next Generation and DS9 Companions, it seems the author would, Paul Ruditis, would only have to copy the format to ensure success in this book. Instead, he seems to want to drag us into the fictional Voyager world without explaining how the creative process for the series went.

Admittedly, that's not completely accurate, but it is very close. A reprint of the writer's "bible" from the first year of the series - with its page and a half of commentary is a nice addition, and each season's chapter does have an opening section that talks a little about the changes the producers brought to the series every year. There are also occaisonal text-boxes that highlight characters, races and aspects of the show, but the neat behind-the-scenes stuff has to share a lot of room with quotes taken from episodes. What little actual commentary from the creative forces of the series exists is reduced to a very small fraction of what you got in the other two Companions.

All in all, I find it very, very hard to recommend this book. I'd save my money for 2004's expected season box sets of Voyager instead. Here's hoping, though, that one unfortunate nonfiction Star Trek book doesn't bring the entire line to a screeching halt.

I don't believe that the author set out to make a bad book. Sure, a lot of reviewers said that it just gives out the plots of each episode. Voyager had lots of problems behind the scenes and I don't think that Berman and Braga and the people at Paramount wanted any of that information released to the public.

I know that you could write ten books about this size with the unhappy behind the scenes material. Robert Beltran was right when he said in a lot of episodes the "shields were going down" and some alien was invading the ship each week.
Kate Milgrew said how the producers were more "concerned with her hair style" than the stories.

The Pocket books Star Trek: Voyager series had far better stories than the material that went to air each week on TV.

I do have to add there are nice photographs for the episodes. The story descriptions help you understand the illogic of this show which I call Voyager: Lost in Space. Seven of Nine is the Robot. The holographic Doctor could be Dr. Smith. Harry Kim might be the Will Robinson of the show.

I realize that The Star Trek Deep Space Nine Companion raised the bar for fan expectations, but comparisons to between that book and this one are unfair. The Voyager Companion is a great reference book. It provides all the factual data you need on the series itself, AND it has a multitude of indexes, which the DS9 Companion, unfortunately, was missing. It's everything a companion book should be. Does it have a lot of behind-the-scenes stuff? No, but I don't see why it has to. Over the course of time, it's the show itself you'll want to remember trivia about, not what Brannon Braga had for breakfast. The DS9 writers and producers were very free with information. The Voyager writers and producers are notoriously close-mouthed. It's a different show than DS9 and this is a different book. I don't think any fan's bookshelf is complete without The Voyager Companion, The DS9 Companion, and the TNG Companion. And of course the ST Compendium, if you can find it! Buy this book--it's a great source of STAR TREK info.