This is laid out so well in a series of articles that Beard writes on his experiences with food, chefs, and restaurants. He not only talks about the purchase, prep and cooking, but also exquisite accounts of his memories of the recipe as he ate, sometimes with others.

Especially see his ideas about grilling hamburger. So luscious, with heavy cream, onions! So good!

This volume is chock full of treasures of tidbits from the easily recognized giant of the American culinary craft.

Benito's Bizcochitos is a story that conveys warmth, personal history and tradition. While it contains adventure, it does so with a veil of magical safety. It is a refreshing change from the all too often violence ridden and scary material available for even the youngest of children.

This book is highly recommended for engaging children in a discussion of their own culture, the traditions of other cultures, and/or their personal family histories. The story is delightfully illustrated and is further enhanced by the interactive tool of a hands on baking activity.

The history of the city of Berlin is perhaps the most interesting and tragic history of any capital city in Europe. Alexandra Richie, in her epic 'Faust's Metropolis: A History of Berlin,' gives her readers and extensive history of this great city. From it's birth to reunification, Berlin's sad pattern of always being in a "state of becoming, rather than being," is illustrated in great detail. Many times over the course of her history- Berlin has found herself in ruin. No other century was as disasterous for Berlin as the 20th century.

In 'Berlin: A Century of Change,' the reader is taken on an incredible journey of a city that at one moment was the mightest in Europe and the next was a wasteland of rubble. The reader is taken on a journey, from the celebrations of the marriage of the Kaiser's daughter in Potsdamer Platz to the views of the bombed out Reichstag, to the new architecture arising in post-Cold War Berlin.

The photos are extensive and beautifully illustrated. There are many photos from all the major events over the course of the century. The Imperial troops returning home in defeat following WWI peace. The massive Nazi parade grounds and Unter den Linden transformed into a Nazi show piece. Many arial photos of the hollow shell of the bombed out city following defeat in WWII! The massive crowds outside the Reichstag during the Berlin Blockade. This book has it all and is a wonderful pictorial exhibit of how vastly Berlin has changed in the 20th century. After visting Berlin last May, I have no doubt that the 21st century will see her emerge (finally) as the greatest city in Europe.

For further photographic books on Berlin, I would highly recommend Profitlich's 'Berlin Images.' This book is full of beautiful black and white photos of many of the great and beautiful buildings in Berlin.

For further information on the new architecture sweeping Berlin, I would highly recommend Kieren and Gottlieb Hempel's 'New Architecture Berlin, 1990-2000.' This book has tons of photos, descriptions and locations (including bus, U, and S lines) on the wave of new architecture that has swept Berlin over the past 10 years. Excellent book!

I would also highly recommend Foster and Jenkin's 'Rebuilding the Reichstag.' An awesome book on the history of the Reichstag, including tons of illustrations of past and present design competitions. As well, this book presents the history of the building from it's Imperial days, to ruin, to the modern dome. This book really illustrates how important the Reichstag is. It's not just a building- it's Berlin. What has happened to the Reichstag has happened to Berlin.

Lastly, for a historical text on Berlin- I would highly recommend Alexandra's 'Faust's Metropolis: A History of Berlin.' While it is quite thick (900+ pages), it is well written and extensive in covering every facet of Berlin's history- from politics to music, art, and literature.

If you have an interest in Berlin- the books mentioned here are essential and all available on Amazon.com.

Deliciously inventive stuff

Break A Leg!: The Kids' Guide To Acting & Stagecraft by Lise Friedman (former dancer with the Merce Cunningham Dance Company and an Adjunct Professor, new York University) is a charmingly presented, authoritative, resource-filled "how to" book for young actors and actresses from grade school through high school who would like to act their school theatrical productions, in community theater, the professional stage, or in television and film. Individual chapters address simple warmups, learning to project one's voice, theater games, staying in character, and much more. Break A Leg! is the perfect gift book for aspiring young performers and a highly recommended addition to school and community library reference collections!

I own two horses, and one of my friends runs a large horse business. We both love these! That only proves that it can work for a small operation, or a large one. Its a great way to keep track of things that need done, which is good because if you don't plan your horses healthcare and other actions, your horse may become extremely sick, you may lose show eligibility, you may not have time for riding, or your horse may even die or be taken away for bad health. This planner is great!

A book worth reading...For any woman who thinks she's losing her mind, going crazy, or just can't figure out what's wrong, this is the book for you. Before reading "Can I Get A Witness", I thought I was the only woman living on DEPRESSION island. The author wrote of her own experience and that made me feel like I was sitting and talking with my girlfriends, instead of reading a book written by a therapist. The other women's stories were deeply personal and helpful. While reading, I felt like Dr. Boyd had put all my thoughts down on paper. Finally, someone knew what I was feeling....I had been planning on seeing a doctor but I was too embarrassed and ashamed. I know longer feel that way.

Rawbie

This book is a compliation of traditions and recipies for each month of the year. It has a nice combination of historical and more modern traditions. I have used it for a few parties and found it to be quite inspirational.

While Fi, Clu and Jack are in Bardo, Wyoming they come along a girl they meet at a carnival who can leave her body and travel anywhere she wants to. Fi automatically is in awe by this weird happening meanwhile Clu and Jack are in awe, well just in awe of the girl. With the help of Fi Claire will learn a good lesson and gain a new friend in the process.

This is about a mother duck and her babies.The ending part or the search party part is sad.But it's a good book if you like suspense.