In the wake of the September 11th terrorist attacks, the US is rethinking its defense policy. Dr. Eland's book provides one blueprint for a transformation, and I hope military policymakers like Secretary of Defense Rumsfeld will read this book and consider Eland's recommendations.

Although written before the attacks, the book predicts that terrorism is America's biggest threat in the coming decade, and proposes a defense policy that will reduce the chances of future attacks on the US homeland. You may not agree with all of Eland's viewpoints and recommendations, but I promise you will finish each chapter with a new perspective and a better understanding of America's role in the world.

Finally a user friendly book on a medical illness that doesn't necessitate a medical dictionary for the average person to understand. The questions are from real people who suffer depressive illnesses, and the answers are cocise and clear as if you are Ivan's own patient under his care.

It's no coincidence that Simic is the translator for this collection. Lalic has a similar style and touches on many of the same themes, including the enchantment of ordinary things, truths glanced at out of the corner of the eye. Here you'll find many of the familiar maps, mirrors, and geometric projections that make Simic's world so engrossing.

The selection of tales in this book is excellent, the cover and the illustrations are luxorious, and more than worth what you pay. I was very pleasantly surprised when I opened the package and saw this book, because I needed it for a friend, and it is, indeed, a wonderful present.

Have you ever heard of St. Ralph Milner? How about Gemma Galgani or Robert Southwell? Ivan Innerst has done a masterful job of telling the stories of these lesser-known Saints of the Church.

Not only are the twelve probably unfamiliar to most, but their stories are truly inspiring, such as illiterate farmer Ralph Milner who refused simply to walk into the doors of a nearby Anglican church and was martyred in England.

This collection includes the stories of: Ralph Milner, Paschal Baylon, Rosalia, Isidore the Farmer, Theophane Venard, Margaret Clitherow, Benedict Joseph Labre, Nicholas of Flue, Margaret of Citta-di-Castello, Arsenius, Gemma Galgani, and Robert Southwell.

In the hands of very capable writer Innerst, these stories truly come alive. I highly recommend this little book.

Ivan Gold's most recent novel is a haunting, elegaic, and also quite funny novel - a brave book, too, as Philip Roth callled it. It is indeed a story of triumph over alcoholism but without the "Lost Weekend" melodrama or contemporary cliches. More important, it is an engaging and painfully honest treatment of its hero's taking stock and taking control of his life. Consisting essentially of a series of vivid set-pieces - the opening encounter between Jason Sams and his English Department chair is especially brilliant - this book will stay with you for a long time. Its characters and scenes are memorable; its prose full of both play and grace.

This book gives a historical overviews of the most exciting areas in science today from the perspective of current, leading scientists. Also, you'll read their speculations on the future of each field and topics range from planetary science and genomics to quantum physics. This history offers insight into scientific past, present and future that you won't want to miss.

Elder Ivan King gives a great view into breaking free of drug addictions. This book shows how he turned his life around by using inner strength and God's love. It also provides a view inside the head of people with addictions: what they see, how they feel, and their inner battles. I found the stories in this book fascinating, realistic, and believeable - what a rollercoaster you have lived! This is a good book to read if you are struggling or someone you love is struggling with drug addiction. Thanks for a great book, Ivan, and your new-found strength in God. Looking forward to your next book!

I read this when I was in college, and not just onces. I read it many times and loved it more each time. When I told my friends about it, they went out and bought it. Ivan Gold's other book isn't as good, but this one is really quite stunning and I hope to read it again soon.

Slovak Tales For Young And Old: Pavol Dobsinksy In English And Slovak is an engaging collection of tales derived from classic Slovakian literature, and imbued with tradition. Smoothly translated by Lucy Bednar into English for readers of all ages to enjoy, and featuring impressive illustrations by Martin Benka which enhance these colorful and vivacious fables and folklore, Slovak Tales For Young And Old is a welcome and much appreciated contribution to family, school, and community library Folklore, Fairytale & Mythology collections.