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Reenchantment of the World
Published in Paperback by Cornell Univ Pr (1981)
Author: Morris Berman
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A biography just like "Old Reliable" himself
Hughes' biography of Hardee is not unlike its subject: competent, professional, and unspectacular. The focus is appropriately on Hardee's Civil War career. The post-war years receive especially light treatment. Hughes does an excellent job of assessing Hardee's performance during each campaign and battle. To his great credit, he is more inclined than most biographers to be critical of his subject when warranted. Hardee's personality emerges less vividly from the book than we might wish. Perhaps this is due to a lack of insightful source material, or to the fact that Hardee himself lacked the charisma to be an ideal subject. Whatever the reason, you won't find Hardee particularly likeable or loathesome, but you will learn a lot about his role in the Civil War.


Against the Barbarians and Other Reflections on Familiar Themes
Published in Hardcover by Univ of Missouri Pr (Txt) (1992)
Author: M. E. Bradford
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Very helpful for concrete objective documentation
We have begun using the tools in this handbook to move us from subjective observations in our documentation regarding our clients to a more concrete and objective format. The explanations of the tools, how they should be used and reliability factors have been very useful in the justification for use and the education of proper administration and use.


Extraordinary Chickens 2004 Wall Calendar
Published in Calendar by Harry N Abrams (01 July, 2003)
Author: Stephen Green-Armytage
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Good value
This is a book of Turner postcards with perforations -- so that you can send the postcards or keep them as a reference. At around 20 cents each (even less when I bought it) it seems like good value.


The Jesuit and the Dragon: The Life of Father William Mackey in the Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan
Published in Paperback by Robert Davies Pub (1996)
Author: Howard Solverson
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A book documenting a rare personality
Father William Mackey, the subject of the book, was one of the few "white" westerners(a Jesuit priest for that matter) to develop a close affinity with the people of the Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan. The book is a great way to learn about a person who was welcomed and loved by the Bhutanese. A Jesuit priest, Father Mackey was instrumental in introducing western education in Bhutan in the 1960s.He is still remembered affectionately in Bhutan and he touched the life of many a Bhutanese ranging from the royal family to farmers in rural Bhutan. The late Father Mackey, was accorded the highest civilian honor, the medal of the "Heart Son of Bhutan" by the present monarch of Bhutan,His Majesty King Jigme Singye Wangchuck. A legend in Bhutan, there are numerous stories about this missionary who did not prosetylize and was least interested in converting the predominantly Buddhist Bhutanese. The author of the book had the good fortune of interviewing Father Mackey extensively. A great story of a good man.


The Jurisprudence of Justice William J. Brennan, Jr.
Published in Paperback by Rowman & Littlefield Publishing (1997)
Author: David E. Marion
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Excellent!
Dr. Marion, a professor at Hampden-Sydney College in Virginia, looks at Brennan from an unusual and refreshing perspective. Well worth the read.


Justice William J. Brennan, Jr: Freedom First
Published in Hardcover by Carroll & Graf (1994)
Authors: Roger Goldman, David Gallen, and William J. Brennan
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A Judicial Career
I must begin this review by admitting my biases. No, I am not related to David Gallen. Roger Goldman, however, did teach me constitutional law at St. Louis University during Justice Brennan's service on the Supreme Court.

Justice Brennan was one of the longest serving justices on the Supreme Court, serving from his appointment by President Eisenhower in 1956 until his retirement in 1990. A member of the New Jersey Supreme Court before his nomination to the U.S. Supreme Court, Brennan became one of the court's consistently liberal justices during his 34 year tenure.

This book is in no way a biography of William J. Brennan, Jr., although some biographical details do work themselves into the narrative. This book is an exposition of the judicial legacy of this very important justice of the twentieth century.

This book is organized into three sections. The first section contains tributes to Brennan from others who have known him, primarily his former clerks. Section II contains a summary of the judicial positions which Brennan championed in his opinions. Section III contains a collection of Brennan's most important opinions.

This book is a worthwhile read, whether you are a fan of Justice Brennan or whether you see him as an activist justice run amuck. His fans will revel in his judicial literature. Strict constructionists will find justification for criticism of his kind in the pages of this book. All will notice his shift from an intellectual mainstay of the liberal Warren Court, to a sometime dissenter and sometime majority builder on the Burger Court to his role as a frequent dissenter on the Rehnquist Court, who still packed the punch necessary to bring an occasional majority to his thinking. When he failed to persuade the majority he left his dissents for liberals who he knew would follow later.

Read and enjoy.


The Barbecue Book: Classic Recipes for the Barbebue and Outdoor Grill
Published in Paperback by Lorenz Books (1900)
Author: Christine France
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Whoever said history is boring?
William Barker Cushing was one of the true heroes of the naval Civil War. He consistently defied the enemy and the odds, and came back alive. He almost singlehandedly blew up a Southern ironclad (the CSS Albemarle). Coupled with a section on Cushing's brother, Alonzo, who was at the heart of the third day of Gettysburg, this book will excite, entertain, and educate all fans of the Union and the Navy.


Modern Chemistry
Published in Hardcover by Hbj School (1986)
Authors: H. Clark Metcalfe, John E. Williams, and Joseph F. Castka
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GREAT FOR CHEMISTRY STARTERS
Those of you who cannot understand chemistry either because the teacher does not know how to teach or you really do not want to listen...THIS BOOK IS FOR YOU. The book is a nice manual for those who cannot comprehend chemistry. It will be like your virtual teacher in print. My only complain about this book is that it is too long. But at least it is comprehensive. And what I like most in this book is it is divided into many sections which made it easier to digest.


Rods & Wings: A History of the Fishing Lodge Business in Bristol Bay, Alaska
Published in Hardcover by Publication Consultants (01 June, 2000)
Author: Bo Bennett
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Useful, but could be improved
I found this atlas useful, but I would be hard pressed to call it a topographical atlas. For a publication of its size, it offers decent detail, but leaves out useful info like road names. I found it difficult to use once I left the US highways and state routes. Also, the map scale is difficult to find.


Healing Hearts: Compassionate Writers on Breaking Up
Published in Hardcover by William Morrow (1900)
Authors: John Miller and Aaron Kenedi
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Don't buy this book
This book was horrible. It was so bad, I didn't even try to resell it, I threw it in the recycle bin. The stories are all about how one half of the couple is a total loser, I suppose in an effort to get you to use anger and hatred to mask your sorrow. Don't poison your mind with this book.


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