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Boyz II Men: Us II You
Published in Paperback by HarperCollins (paper) (1995)
Authors: Michael McCary, Nathan Morris, Shawn Stockman, Wanya Morris, David Cohen, Nicholas Kelsh, David Sheff, and Nick Kelsh
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Great info on the Boyz
I had brought this book on my 16th birthday and it will be a present that I will always remember. I have been a Boyz II Men fan since Cooleyhigh and I can proudly say that they gave a lot to their fans by helping to make this book! Buy it!

This book gives you a taste of the lives of 4 great singers.
If you are a serious Boyz II Men fan, this is the book for you!!! This book offers their thoughts and their lives on and off stage. This book gives a clear picture of who these four fabulous people are!!!

This was a great information book full of beautiful pictures
I loved this book..I think any one who is a Boyz II Men fan should get and read this book...for one thing, it had great pictures and it also had great information...It's also a great book to have Boyz II Men sign especially because Robert (Mike's brother) is in it...I had Rob and Mike sign my book..their personal driver signed it too..but I think if you like Boyz II Men, you should definately look into getting this book because you will Apsolutely LOVE it..


Chasing the Red, White, and Blue: A Journey in Tocqueville's Footsteps Through Contemporary America
Published in Hardcover by Picador (2001)
Author: David Cohen
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All aboard the American Dream/Nightmare!
My alternate review title was "Disparity, but not Despair-ity" but I settled on what you see above. One thing this book says loud and clear is that the once direct relationship between hard work and the American Dream has never been more fragile. Things have changed, and are ever changing!
Cohen's book shows us that for some, the American Dream is alive and well... but for a larger percentage of Americans, the dream has become a nightmare. This work is a real eye-opening 20/20-like expose, and one that reads like a freight train blasting through myth. "Chasing" in the title is an accurate description of the pace.
The premise is brilliant and engaging. Cohen, an award winning British/South African journalist comes to America to retrace the 170-year-old steps of Alexis De Tocqueville, writer of the famous treatise "Democracy In America". The itinerary includes New York City; Flint, Michigan; The Ohio River Valley; The Mississippi Delta; The Deep South; and Washington, D.C.

Cohen diverts from Tocqueville's original journey only by adding California, the new frontier and command center of the information age.
What struck Tocqueville most, back in 1831, was the "equality of conditions" among the Americans then. This, and "self-interest, properly understood" were Tocqueville's greatest impressions and formed the basis of his praise of the American way of life.

Cohen is an expert on Tocqueville and is well-versed in the great man's journals. As he makes his way across America he interviews a diverse sampling (in my opinion, a well sought-out cross-section of the have's and the have-not's) and compares these findings against the fulcrum of equality Tocqueville described.
What does Cohen find?
An ever-widening gap between the have's and the have-nots!
Things have changed. He finds that Tocqueville's work is full of unqualified conclusions and summary statements that do not possibly reflect the general populace of America in the last half century. Beyond being out dated and inaccurate when applied to modern times, it's questionable whether it was even all that accurate at the time it was originally written. By marginalizing his findings on blacks and Indians, Tocqueville trivialized them. By failing to qualify his conclusions he helped to perpetuate an idealized view of America that he never saw.
Tocqueville's findings are further skewed (says Cohen) because the people he interviewed were not a balanced group. Not an unbiased cross-section of "Americans" at the time. They were always successful, professional elite (privileged aristocrats of the time) always male, and always white.
Cohen wants to avoid a similar mistake this time around... and I applaud his riding of buses, to find the pulse of the common man/woman. Every indication seems to point toward a widening gap between the rich and the poor in America, and the author tells the story in an engaging, (humorous where appropriate) way. There is a section where he sends fictitious e-mails to Tocqueville and I just loved this section. The whole book is a gem, and no part lags.
By the way, it is just as NOT anti-American as it is NOT pro-Anything Else... it is just disturbingly truthful. Amazingly, in spite of the facts, it shows that the American spirit is alive and well... as I mentioned above, there is unquestioned disparity, but not despair-ity!
But perhaps the prevailing message of this book can be expressed by the guy right there in Chapter One, the chapter on New York. There was most assuredly a time when any American would have said that a million bucks would be enough to quit working forever. This guy in New York though, he says "Twenty million and I'll walk."
Twenty million!
That's how far we've progressed along the "wealth" continuum... some people honestly feel that they will need twenty million before they quit chasing the red, white and blue!
All aboard!

Tocqueville update
Could Tocqueville have forseen what America would be like a hundred and fifty odd years down the line? In a well thought out and painstaking endeavour, David Cohen has literally followed the trail taken by Tocqueville, almost lived the part, and has documented his findings in an exceedingly engaging, objective, and lively fashion. Filled with interviews with local people, perceptive insights into the American way of life as it is today, compared to what Tocqueville found and documented, this book is a delight to read. For those of us, especially non Americans, who have not read Tocqueville himself, this will be an interesting insightful introduction to aspects of early American life together with a factual and rather wry view as to where the capitalist and democratic way has in fact led. And it is not always very pretty. Do the fine developments of the past century and a half outweigh many of the rather dreadful aspects of American life David Cohen has found and so perceptively documented ? Is this what the American dream envisaged? Or is this the decline of the west that we are experiencing?? Well, this is distinctly required reading, so read all about it.

An exciting rollercoaster ride of complex America today
This book tells you the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth of America and her citizens.It shows the contrast between both sides of America; The extremely poor and the princely rich.David has shown the importance of being born into millions of dollars, and how little of the population get to the, ever sought after, American dream.
Definately a good read, well worth the money spent. It really changes your view of contempory America. So my advice is definately pop down to the shops and buy your copy now.


The Complete Idiot's Guide to Dangerous Diseases & Epidemics
Published in Paperback by Alpha Books (04 June, 2002)
Authors: Ann Cohen, David S. Perlin, and Jody P. Schaeffer
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A good reference
I hope I never need the information in this book, but it is a good reference to have on hand. Everything from childhood diseases to food poisoning to anthrax is covered, in a way that is easy to understand. A useful resource for "regular people".

Relavent, informative and easy to understand!
From Anthrax to the West Nile Virus and all forms of common and uncommon diseases in between, Perlin and Cohen present this must have information in an easy to follow format. They deal clearly with such topics as current and horrifying as bioterrorism as well as the more common yet equally deadly hazards of under cooked chicken and beef. This book is an excellent source of practical information for families and belongs next to the aspirin and other medical supplies.

The Complete Idiot's Guide Dangerous Diseases and Epidemics
It is most appreciated what the authors did in putting such complex information in a format that is understandable for the average person. I think there is a great need for such a work. I wish the authors great success with this book and the ones to follow.


The 5-Minute Pediatric Consult
Published in Hardcover by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Publishers (15 October, 2002)
Authors: M. William Schwartz, Louis M., Jr Bell, Peter M. Bingham, Esther K. Chung, Mitchell I. Cohen, David F. Friedman, Andrew E. Mulberg, Charles I. Schwartz, and R. Douglas Collins
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A Must for Practitioners of Pediatrics!
The 5-minute pediatric consult is written in an easy to read outline format. The writers have eliminated unnecesary obscure data and offer a concise outline of all major pediatric diseases. The topics are designed to be read in 5 minutes or less and all the up to date information to diagnose and treat a specific illness is included. The topics are alphabetized, so they are easy to look up. The writers are accomplised experts in their fields and the book has been edited by the distinguished Dr. Schwartz, at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. As a professor of Pediatrics, I highly recommend this book to practicing pediatricians, family practitioners, nurses and students.

waiting for the CD!
when will the CD be available? I travel to several schools providing healthcare to uninsured children and would like to use this valuable reference. (a PNP)

an excellent quick reference for most of what i want to know
love the format. listed alphabetically, the items are presented in a easy to read format. Just about all I want to know about the problem when working in a busy office. I can read more later but this gets the job done. an excellent 90's type of book. where is the CD?


Conglomerates and the Media
Published in Hardcover by New Press (1997)
Authors: Patricia Aufderheide, Erik Barnouw, Richard M. Cohen, Thomas Frank, Todd Gitlin, David Lieberman, Mark Crispin Miller, Gene Roberts, and Thomas Schatz
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How To Create A Media Conglomerate From Scratch!
Many have watched with dismay as conglomerates have gobbled up an increasing number of media companies. This collaborative effort between the New Press and New York University's (NYU) Departments of Culture and Communications, Education, and Journalism addresses that concern. Experts ranging from practitioners to academics were invited to participate in a lecture series hosted by NYU in 1996. Edited versions of their talks appear in this volume. An introduction by media scholar Todd Gitlin is followed by nine individually authored chapters covering media activities from radio and television to newspapers and book publishing. Surveying changes in telecommunications, Aufderheide (communication, American Univ.) calls for public vigilance and a middle ground between the apocalyptic doomsayers and those who believe the new age of communication has dawned. This book will be of value to media scholars as well as to citizens following this issue.

How To Create A Media Conglomerate From Scratch

This book is quite insightful, especially for a Southeast Asian media professional like myself. I recommend this book to everyone, even to those who work in the upper regions of the power sturcture of the media conglomerates critiqued in the collection.

For starters, it is a wonderful overview of how the media economy is shifting all over the world. The US market is saturated, as the book said, and the rest of the world is ripe for picking, especially my country, the Philippines.

This book is a tool to launch our own media analysis of what's happenning in our own countries. And from an analysis, we launch a critique, and from a critique, we launch steps to face the situation.

This book, published by New Media, is invaluable. I first read about it in an issue of Utne Reader. I took down the title and hunted it down in Amazon. I found it, bought it, and consumed it. I loved it because it gave me useful insights to work with.

This is a book I will dog-ear in my attempts to understand what to do in my field, and how to start my own media conglomerate from scratch. I already have my ideas, which I hope aren't just soundbites in my head.

Essays providing insight into a growing area of concern.
It is difficult to read Conglomerates and not be alarmed at the growing media control by a few major companies. The book begins with an insightful introduction by noted scholar Todd Gitlin and includes essays from Mark Crispin Miller (Johns Hopkins scholar and author of Boxed In) and David Leiberman (USA Today), among other prominent writers. One discrepency occurs with Lieberman's piece: it is listed in the table of contents as "Conglomerates, News, and Children", but in the chapter it is referred to as "Conglomerates, News, and the Media," leaving the reader to decide the correct version. This book is a must have if you want to gain an understanding of what's happening with media monopolies; Bagdikian fans rejoice! However, it is not chalk full o' references, so students looking for cites to follow may be disappointed. In the introduction, Gitlin echos an earlier statement by Niel Postman (author of Amusing Ourselves to Death): "Big Brother isn't looming, Brave New World is."


Faithful Living, Faithful Dying: Anglican Reflections on End of Life Care
Published in Paperback by Morehouse Publishing (2000)
Authors: Jan C. Heller (editor) Cynthia B. Cohen (editor), Bruce Jennings (editor), E. F. Morgan (editor), David A. Scott (editor), Timothy F. Sedgwick (editor), and David H. Smith (editor)
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A really helpful book
This is a really useful book for those who are approaching death and those who are critically ill and don't know what the outcome will be. I'm not Episcopalian, but felt really supported in terms of ethical and spiritual help when my father was dying and I read it.

An Episcopal Church task group writes a book worth reading.
When confronted by potentially controversial ethical issues, such as those surrounding death and dying, churches rarely distinguish themselves. There are a number of pitfalls. Knowing that they cannot please anyone, they may simply remain silent, abdicating their responsibility to provide moral guidance. Worse, they may make pious-sounding, but vague, pronouncemnts that address issues without actually saying anything. When take clear positions, they may have a hard time making a convincing connection to their own tradition. This work avoids all those pitfalls. The Episcopal Church's End of Life Task Force addresses issues such as assisted suicide clearly and concisely even as they respect the human anguish and moral ambiguities involved.

A Useful Resource
Although specifically Anglican in perspective, the early chapters offer an understanding of death and its place in human life--including theologically appropriate uses of medical treatment/resources--that will be of value to all Christians (and others interested in what religious traditions have to say). After discussions of mourning, the church's role, and social policy issues like access to health care and the importance of palliative care, the book provides several very helpful resources for use in local parishes. This book by a distinguished panel of clergy, ethicists, physicians, and attorneys (not to imply that any of those categories excludes any of the others!) can serve as a useful resource for all who want to make the end of life a more faithful experience, both for themselves and for others.


Lessons in Love: A Guide to Making Your Loving Relationship Last a Lifetime
Published in Paperback by Cascade Pass (2000)
Authors: Judith Love Cohen, David A. Katz, and Judith Love Cohon
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On The Mark
Walked into the B& N in the Marina and on the Valentine's table was this book. I read it in two sittings. If I had only known these things happen - years ago. Great eye opener and on the mark for Heart Day.

Delightful & touching love story!
This book is a delightful & touching love story between two seemingly different individuals. Offering a refreshing & humorous glimpse into their relationship, we find ourselves encouraged to strengthen & appreciate our own intimate relationship. I highly recommend it!!

Works For Me!
Great Lesson! After reading this book I appreciate, even more, how much work goes into a relationsihip. How important it is to communicate as much as possible. Their exercises that follow each chapter work!


David Bennett Cohen Teaches Blues Piano
Published in Paperback by Hal Leonard (1999)
Author: David Bennett Cohen
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An Absolute Gift from Mr Cohen
I'm going to sound like I'm gushing here, but I can't say enough about the series 1 and 2 book/cd combos from this artist. I had searched for exactly this for quite awhile. After purchasing several other "Blues" books I was a bit discouraged. Then I found these. WOW! As he's teaching you can tell how much he loves the music, loves teaching, and genuinely desires it to be useful to you. I can tell from these he's a good man. Using simple basslines and written out solos, along with improvising ideas and rythm patterns he takes you quickly to the point of sounding like a real bluesman(blueswoman). Between the two volumes (you really will want both, trust me) he teaches you some beautiful slow blues. Some of the other basslines he provides lend themselves very well to the Slow Blues. Plenty of shuffle rythm blues in volume 1, and some really cool, driving straight time rythm boogies in volume 2. Thank you very much for these David!

Blues from the ground up
Over the past two years, I have laid hands on just about every "learn piano blues" book I have been able to track down. Some helped me a lot, others less so. Some were fine for an outright beginner, others needed you to be a fully trained musician to make any sense of them.

Daniel Cohen's book is based on an assumption that you know musical notation as far as you would learn it in the first few months of normal piano lessons. Apart from that, he starts at square one.

Daniel Cohen's book includes a CD. Even if you read music 100%, the inclusion of a CD is important. Blues rhythms are only approximated by musical notation, so you need to be able to *hear* them if you are going to play them right.

He starts from ground level - the is no assumption that you already know the chords for a 12-bar blues. Step-by-step exercises quickly get you playing simple but satisfyingly authentic sounding blues patterns.

Then he shows you a number of simple building blocks that can be put together to make your own blues solos. He goes on to cover turnarounds and endings - more blues building blocks.

The way Daniel Cohen presents his material all hangs together - for example he gives a demonstration of how the blues scale of the root note sounds fine when played over the three main chords of a blues tune. As soon as you have heard this and learned the notes of the scale, you will be picking out your own blues solo patterns.

One of the nice aspects is how Daniel Cohen's enthusiasm for the music comes across and how he gets you to avoid hangups that might otherwise inhibit your blues progress.

Obviously, one 24-page book (and its 54-track CD) won't cover everything. But if you work through each of the exercises, it will get you off to a very good start on your way to playing blues piano. And you will be on the way to REALLY playing the blues - not just being able to trot out two or three songs with no further way forward.

"Daniel Bennett Cohen Teaches Blues Piano" gets my wholehearted recommendation, with no reservations at all.


A Day in the Life of China (Day in the Life)
Published in Hardcover by Collins Pub San Francisco (1992)
Authors: David Cohen and Outlet
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Very Nice...
A good solid book to have about China. I'm very glad that I got this.

Capturing the beauty of China
This collection of photos taken of people and places across China gives you a glorious snapshot of the complexity and beauty of this country. This table top collection of photos captures the soul of the country and its people and gives you a chance to travel to a far away land without ever leaving your armchair.


Child in Time: The Life Story of the Singer from Deep Purple
Published in Paperback by Music Book Services (1999)
Authors: Ian Gillan, David Cohen, and Music Book Services
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What an outrageous life!
Child In Time is the autobiography of Ian Gillan, best known as the singer behind Deep Purple's legendary Mark 2 lineup (responsible for such hard rock classics as "Smoke on the Water," "Highway Star," "Woman From Tokyo," and yes, "Child In Time.") But he's also fronted his own band, Gillan, and Black Sabbath (on one album), not to mention sung the role of Jesus for the original Jesus Christ Superstar. All the while he has lived an interesting life, from his humble beginnings as the child of a divorced marriage, through his early singing days (inspired because he wanted to get into the movies like Elvis), through becoming DP's hard-drinking but always affable singer--and developing a love/hate (some would say hate/hate) relationship with the guitarist, Ritchie Blackmore. In fact the main reason I got this book was to try to get the "dirt" on their relationship. There are some juicy tidbits here, including the time Ritchie smashed a plate of spaghetti in Ian's face because he thought that the singer had put ketchup in the pasta. "Come on!" Ritchie taunted, but Ian just walked out of the room, almost in tears. Eat your heart out, MTV's Real World! But seriously, Ian acknowledges that they're like apples and oranges even if some of their musical collaborations have been magical. Elsewhere, Ian documents his views on drugs, sex, business dealings, and how to deal with traveling in unfamiliar countries. Not to be missed is the hilarious section on his year-long stint with Black Sabbath--pure Spinal Tap if it's to be believed. While there are some egregious mistakes in the book (concerning certain dates), I believe a recent edition has corrected them. Also, some feminists might not cotton to some of his views regarding male/female relationships, even if he seems happily married. Check out Child In Time and learn more about Ian Gillan (and Deep Purple!) than you'll ever see in one single book again (unless the 1983 Deep Purple Illustrated Biography is ever updated and re-released, that is).

SImply superb
If you are a great fan of deep purple or Ian gillan this book is a must have

A must for any real hard-rock fan !
It tells in details the life of this marvellous singer, known by many people as The silver voice ! Ian Gillan is well known as the character of Jesus Christ Superstar in the record of the opera in the early seventies. Ian tells his career in full details, his family, his passion for music and drink !! Deep Purple is part of his life (most of it) and you can see it well detailed over here. A magnificent job by Ian. A complete biography of one of our most loved singers of all time: Mr. Gillan from Deep Purple. Hope you can enjoy it as I did.


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