I was surprised at how relevant the stories were to the current times. Despite being written between 1915 and the early 1920's, workers ( and employers ) were faced with problems of sexual harrasment, boredom, stealing employees, and office politics.

Definately, you can detect parts of Babbit in many of the characters in the book.

All of the stories were worth reading. Some are amusing, some sad, and a few happy. All of them, however are thought provoking.

Overall, a great book to get a hold of, especially if you are a Sinclair Lewis fan.

"Honestly, if Possible" may quite possibly be the most wonderful short story I've ever read. Like other newer Sinclair readers, I'm amazed with the currency of all his work, and even more amazed that he isn't more widely known. I'm doing my best to get the story out-I've got a lot of PEP!

Lewis' early magazine pieces, printed here for the first time since their original publication in 1915-23, unmistakably contain the seeds of his later Pulitzer Prize-winning satirical novels and are irresistible in their own right.
The language is dated, and the modern reader may find some usage jarring (e.g., "love-making" for what we might call "flirting"), but it is remarkable in this postmodern age of Dilbert and e-mail that so little has changed in human nature, especially as expressed in office romances and politics. Look closely and you may see in some of Lewis' hucksters someone looking back at you; someone uncomfortably familiar.
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This book discusses the life cycle of an oak tree in poetic prose and beautiful illustrations. The use of sunlight as the basis of growth and life is well-expressed.

A great way to introduce young children to this timeless storyand reacquaint us older ones. Cris Arbo's use of color andimagination is enchanting. By the way she draws the wonders of nature; she reminds us again of the nature of wonder...

Beautifully pictured through the art of Cris Arbo, Joseph Anthony's In A Nutshell explains to children ages 3 through 10 the great and universal questions of who we are, why we are here, where we come from, and where we go. Highly recommended.

My name is Chris and I too beleive in Jesus and also in his death burial and resurrection, there's no doubt that Jesus Christ the king lives, and is on his way for his children, as another review writter stated, The title is what caught my attention and also the front book cover, The Dove and the Light, that the author of this book beleives and has stated to be the Glory of Jesus Christ, is awesome, the Lastdayapostle.com web site is also one of a kind, Its free, and its cotents dive deep into the truths of Jesus Christ and his apostles, the author is for sure chosen and sent of God to the Lost World. He states nothing with out scripture referrence to go to and read, to further prove that whats writen within the pages of In Search of the father the Son and the Holy Spirit is with out a single doubt true. Now at first I had no idea that the book came with a secret pass word that opened the actual footage, filmed by the author by the saint Johns River in Florida, the footage is awesome and if I had just heard about the authors experience and the visitation I would tend to be doubtfull and with certain unbeleif but its all there and God seems to make sure its proven , by certain events that took place during this mighty visitation of Gods own Spirit the Holy Ghost, theres no doubt that this awesome sign in the heavens which was filmed by the author has got to be the most beautiful thing my eyes have ever seen, I truly recomend this book to all and the footage well if you miss out on seeing what our God has come forth and done, then truly you would be in great loss.

In my opinion this piece will turn all non beleavers to worship. You will find the truth you've been looking for in these pages. Not only uplifting but makes you feel more than safe in the reckless world we live in. Yes our lord is watching and among us. You will find in these pages the answer you have been in search of....faith.

Well as I have stated ..., this book is one of a kind, the title caught my eye, the reson being that mankind has always been searching for the God of the Hebrews.and truthfully very few have actually found him and have been visited by Him. At first I dint realize what all came with this book, its has its own web site and a secret pass word that unlocked the most awesome video footage I have ever seen in my life. This athor has with out a single doubt acomplished what few could ever acomplish and that is to find God, and be visited by him, the footage is real of that I am certain, the book powerfull and anointed I experienced several felings and one was that I could feel the God of the Hebrews as I was reading this book and also the athor speaks the truth and does not beat around the bush so to speak he backs up everything he has written within the pages of this book with the word of God. I am well pleased, in my decision to purchase this book...

Fraternity and sorority membership is honestly a lifetime commitment, but for most of us it began in college. This book brings back loads of memories of all that is good about these organizations. The stories included in "Inspiration for Greeks" are a reminder as to why our organizations exists.

It is important that the current members and leaders of these organizations spend time addressing the challenges that are faced by fraternities and sororities. This book goes back to the basics and addresses the reasons why most of us joined. Leadership, scholarship, fellowship -- opportunities for inspiration throughout our years as undergraduates...continuing for a lifetime of membership.

This paperback is a collection of inspiring and insightful stories. Those actively involved in fraternities and sororities will recognize the names on the cover as well as the names associated with many of the stories. The stories are encouraging, motivational, humorous, touching and even serious.

This book should be on the shelf of every member of the fraternity and sorority community, young and old alike.

We often hear only the negative aspects of Greek Life and how awful an experience it can be, especially if you're gay, lesbian or bisexual. While there is still much homophobia in the college Greek system, I was glad to read the positive perspective expressed by a gay man who came out to his brothers.... indeed, the world, Greek Life is changing for the better and this book sheds light on stories that will continue to inspire and change the future...

Every year, thousands of parents send their children off to college. Some near, some far... but most out of reach when it comes to the decisions they may make once on campus. One of the choices they will make is whether or not to join a fraternity or sorority. This book provides great insight to the kinds of experiences a son or daughter could have as a Greek. In an era where the negative press outweighs the positive, it is refreshing that some good stories go to print. Inspiration for Greeks has the potential to ease the fears of parents who may know little to nothing about the college experience. If you're a parent, read it for yourself and send it with them when they go. They'll thank you for it!

The best thing about this book is it is set up to inspire. So many stories from the community are about overcoming hardship, but this one strives to show how wonderous the lives of LGBT people actually are. Rather than focusing only on the challenges and overcoming them that LGBT people face in society, this book shows that far from carrying a burden through life, being LGBT opens us to new ideas and creativity that a life "outside of the box" can bring and extolls the freedom that such a life brings. This book will uplift and inspire the spirit within all of us.

A refreshing look at today's lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and straight allies.... it gives hope, promise and inspiration to read each poem, each story, each contribution of being gay on college campuses today... An excellent resource for ally awareness, safe zone training, and lgbt sensitivity for all communities alike... we must share our stories, bring visibility and together we all can INSPIRE others to lead, to take action, to believe...!

This book touches the hearts and opens the minds of everyone who reads it. It contains the voices and experiences of LGBT college students, former students, and those serving this population on college campuses. These stories are real. These lives are real. This book offers both reflection and validation of the experiences of an invisible population. Give it as a gift to someone. Better yet, buy it for yourself, and understand...

During the spring of 1998 I was lucky enought to attend Tony's amazing seminars at my college. I was in need of some insperation and got more then I ever thought I would from a college leadership seminar. I was ready to take on the world when I left. Before I left the building I was looking at the College Blue book and had to have it. I engaged in a conversation with Tony and excited to read it. Since that night I have read that book over and over. The next school year I worked for residential life and found it to be a very tough but rewarding job. I will never forget those days! After I graduated from college and right after Insperations was published I was visiting his web site, reflecting on my accomplishments since the night I meat Tonday. I e-mailed the company to share my thoughts. My e-mail was forwarded to Tony and he wrote me back. I couldn't thank him enough. I ordered Insperaions and when I recived my copy he had signed it and wrote me a little note. I quickly read the book and have reread it a few times. Each time I am inspired by the stories and happy to reflect and remember my days as a res. lifer. If you are or have worked in residential life you must read this book!I will never forget the inpact Tony made on my life and the amazing books he has created. Thanks again Tony!

There is no other position in college like it. Being a resident assistant is by far the most rewarding, yet challenging position for college students worldwide. As soon as you walk into your building of residency, you are immediately "on call" (regardless if you are scheduled for duty). As a Friday or Saturday night approaches, you don't know what is in store for you. Will the sprinklers accidentally go off? Will a student pull the fire alarm? Will a party get too crazy and out of hand? Or will you find a resident crying hysterically in the hallway? You are called to be a friend, a counselor, an administrator, a teacher, a problem solver, and a mentor on a daily basis.

Being a resident assistant can be one of the most rewarding experiences of a college student's career. However, with these "rewards," comes along many long nights and challenging experiences. "Inspiration for Resident Assistants" offers the much needed encouragement that resident assistants are seeking so desperately to find. This paperback is a collection of inspiring and insightful stories; some are encouraging, motivating, humorous, touching and even serious.

Additionally, the book serves as a wonderful (and much needed) resource for resident assistants, student affair professionals, and residence life staffs. This is a valuable tool for trainings, conferences and meetings throughout the entire year.

I hope you find the lifelong lessons in each story. Thank you to Anthony, Dan, and Amy for having the fortitude to turn your "vision" of creating this book into a "reality." We are all grateful to your visionary leadership, because this book was the kick off to a phenomenal "Inspiration book series." Thank you!!!

As a former RD, I wish I had access to this type of book for my RAs when I was in the halls. I would have bought one for each member of my staff. It's great for times when it just feels like no one appreciates the job an RA does. This would have been particularly good to have given out when I was at Ohio University right before Halloween! If you are an RD, check it out. I recommend it for all Res. Life staff. A great pick me up!

Part of the Jeffersonian fascination involves the many facets, ambiguities and paradoxes he presents: the libertarian who owned slaves; the budget-slashing, small-government advocate who was a personal spendthrift, perpetually teetering at the brink of financial ruin; the shy and ineffective public speaker who was one of the most ruthless and scheming of backroom political operatives; the reclusive scholar and intellectual who spent two hours a day on horseback, and apparently indulged surreptitious passions in the slave quarters. Professor Wallace gives us a little known side of Jefferson: the student of Native American culture, history and language, who took quite deliberate measures to destroy them. Jefferson, who apparently was sincerely fascinated with the Indians, and sympathetic to their plight as they vanished under the burdens of disease, debt, whiskey and the murderous encroachments of frontiersmen, did little to protect them and their way of life, which was incompatible with Jefferson's expansionist, egalitarian vision of a nation of white protestant yeoman farmers. At best, Jefferson hoped that the Indians could be assimilated into white society, as were the Cherokee before Jefferson's successors allowed them to be dispossessed. A fascinating book with some great sidelights (for example, I had no idea that Siouxian tribes at one time lived in Virginia).

Many works on early United States history tend to give Indian affairs less attention than it deserves. There are two recent books with which I am familiar that help correct this situation. The first is Robert Remini's study of Jacksonian American, "Andrew Jackson and his Indian Wars". The second is Professor Wallace's book on Jefferson's relationship to the Indians, which I am discussing here.

Remini's and Wallace's book can be read together because both tell parts of the same sad story. Expansionist pressures from settlers and the fear of the United States of Indian attacks, particularly when incited by hostile European nations led to a policy of land cessions, wars, and forced removal westward of the Indian tribes. The process culminated with Andrew Jackson's Indian wars and presidency, the subject of Remini's book, but it was effectively put in place by Thomas Jefferson, as shown by Wallace.

Jefferson and his Indian policy, however, seem to me to present a more complex case than Jackson. As Wallace's book shows, Jefferson was indeed a polymath, a scholar and intellectual as well as a, paradoxically, man of power and position. Jefferson took a genuine interest in Indian archaeology, culture and language and made himself or encouraged others to make, scholarly and enthnological contributions that are still important towards understanding the Indians.

Jefferson, even on Professor Wallace's account, had compassion for the Indian tribes and an interest in their well-being, even if this interest was overshadowed, as it was, by his desire to obtain Indian land for the new nation and even though his view of Indian interests was misguided and partial.

Wallace's book traces Jefferson's early relationship with Indians beginning before the revolution when Jefferson was a land speculator in the then Western United States. He explores in detail Jefferson's writing on Indians, particularly his writing on the Indian chief Logan in his "Notes on the State of Virginia." Jefferson's partial reading of the fate of this "Noble Savage", according to Wallace, shows the ambivalent character of Jefferson's approach to the Indians.

Wallace describes in detail Jefferson the politician approaching Indian affairs in the original United States territory and in the Louisiana purchase, which doubled the size of the United States. The announced goals of the policy were peace, land cessions and civilization for the Indians. Too often, these policies became simply the means for tribal destruction and deprivation and for the removal policy, for both the southern and the northern tribes, that culminated in the administration of Andrew Jackson. (again, see the Remini book.)

There are some fascinating quotations in the book that illustrate Wallace's points that are set aside and emphasized in blocked-type and quotes. It is a good way of gaining focus. The book has a wealth of documentation and is not simply a political history. As I indicated Jefferson was a complex individual and this book shows him, focusing on Indian affairs, in all his personal and political variety.

Wallace has a clear feeling for the tragedy of the American Indian. Yet his book is balanced in tone and does not degenerate into ideological or special pleading. His opinions are stated clearly and eloquently in his introduction and conclusion and in his discussions of the events described in the text. The book has the measure of a scholar and encourages the reader to reflect for him or herself on the record.

There are those who are skeptical of the public's recent interest in American History, as shown by the success of McCollough's John Adams as well as other popular historical works, on grounds that it is a new attempt to promote American exceptionalism and to avoid considering the tragedies of our past. I disagree. I think, this interest in history shows a renewed love and interest in our country with no desire to minimize its failings. Wallace's book to me shows both love of our country and a sense of one of its major tragedies.

I felt that this was an excellent book on Thomas Jefferson's views toward the native people of North America. It illuminated many parts of his feelings toward native people and their place in the "American Republic." I felt that it also raised many questions about his participation in early land speculation with Henry, Washington, and Franklin as well as his role in the eventual displacement of native people. Anyone interested in early colonial policy toward natives will surely love this book.

Davis, in a stroke of genius, has written a book about, well, junk. We all have it, we are all loathe to part with it, we're forever buying more of it and no one ever seems to know what to do with it. Davis knows, though, and she graciously invites us into her home via Townsend's photographs to see exactly how lining our walls with junk can make our homes exquisite.

Davis has written a readable, highlightable little book in her unique and playful style and has consequently introduced us to the treasures that lie dusty in our own garages. Everyone who lives within 200 miles of a flea market must own this book!

I really enjoyed reading the book. It is fun and has a lot of ideas for "junk" a holics.

The book was really a lot of fun! I enjoyed it.