If you love darling little fluff-muffin dogs, it doesn't get any better than this! The cute purse-like container has McDuff's sweet face on it. Inside are three of the best McDuff books, plus stickers. Any kid would LOVE this. I bought one for myself, it was so darn cute and reminded me so much of my own precious terrier. This is the present I'm going to give every small child from now on. The illustrations of McDuff are absolutely on the mark: This illustrator REALLY knows what terriers are like--their poignant, wistful looks; the way they hold their bodies; and a million other endearing characteristics. Also, children are sure to be stimulated by these wonderfully simple but thought-provoking and unsentimental little stories about, for example, how McDuff gets jealous over a new baby, and how McDuff gets lost but finds his way home. All of the McDuff books are absolutely top-notch. They will warm your heart!

In the first three books of this charming series, McDuff finds his new "forever" home with a happy young couple, explores the neighborhood and deals with the homecoming of a new baby into the family. Warm, innocent and beautifully illustrated, the McDuff books capture the impish and loyal character of Westies-- and a simpler era that is a welcome antidote to our recent times. Buy them, by all means-- for adults or children of any age!

George Eliot, (nom de plume of Mary Ann Evans), wrote a literary masterpiece with "Middlemarch." I was forced to read this in school at an age when term papers and grades meant more than absorbing the riches this novel contains. I recently gave it another shot, lured back into 19th century English lit. by easier reads, like Jane Austen, whose work I love, and the Brontes. But I don't want to compare apples and oranges. Let it suffice to say, I got back to "Middlemarch" 30 years later. And it was/is so worth the re-read!

Ms. Eliot created, with this book, an entire community in England in the mid-1800s and called it Middlemarch. She populated this provincial town with people of every station, local squires and their families, tradespeople, the rising middle class, (Middlemarch, right?), & the poor and destitute, ruthless and honest. She crowded them together, with all their ambitions, dreams and foibles, in this magnificent literary soap opera, and wove a wonderful web of plots and subplots. Ms. Eliot also wrote scathing social commentary and used great wit.

The fortunes of Middlemarch are rising in this new era when machines and trains - fast, available transportation - are changing the world, the economy, the politics. Rigid social codes, the British class system, is in danger of being breached. Folks are out to make a quick buck, or a shilling - anything to acquire wealth and enhance social position.

Dorothea Brooks lives in Middlemarch. She is an intelligent, sensitive young woman, who wants to dedicate her life to important endeavors. She does not want to settle for a typical marriage and family, but looks toward a more noble cause. As a woman, a professional life is not open to her, nor is the pursuit of intellect, outside of marriage. She weds the elderly Rev. Casaubon, a cold, narcissistic man, thinking that by assisting him with his scholarly research and writing, she will find happiness.

Dr. Lydgate comes to Middlemarch to begin his medical practice there. He is an idealist, who has dreams of finding a cure for cholera and opening a free clinic. He meets blonde and beautiful Rosamund Vincie, who fancies him for a spouse...along with a new house, new furniture, an extensive wardrobe, etc.

A dashing, romantic Will Ladislaw, nephew of Rev. Casaubon, enters the story, as does Rosie's brother Fred, who wants desperately to marry his Mary, but is out of work and in debt. This cast of richly drawn characters continues to grow with the introduction of Mary's family, the Garths, the banker Bulstrode, friends, relations, and an evil villain or two.

This complex novel and portrait of the times, is one of the best reading experiences I have had in a long while. And it didn't hurt at all! :))

How is it that I am the first person to write a reveiw for, arguably, one of the greatest novels ever written in the English language? Perhaps I am simply the first to write a review for this edition (which, by the way, is superb: the notes are meticulous and fascinating; the introduction is probing and insightful).

Middlemarch is much more than a novel, it is a work of cutting insight into the deepest pathos of Human Nature. I have never (albeit I'm only 21) read a book so psychologically accurate as this. One gets psychological accuracy with Tolstoy, but surely one loses something in the translation. Middlemarch is like Tolstoy for the Native English speaker. It is written in that much-dreaded-by-students Victorian form, however, if you are willing to be patient and persistent, you will find yourself absorbed with the lives of the characters that inhabit this fictional English Province. The plot twists and gossipy townspeople are enough to keep the more shallow reader interested; but if you are keen on depth and understanding the nuances of human nature, then this book is sure to captivate you. Not that there is anything wrong with being either shallow or deep; I constantly found myself intrigued by the townspeople's gossip and the scandals, as well as finding myself pondering some of the puzzling behavior of the characters and (most of the time) identifying with them. I am under the belief that this book must be considered one of the finest works ever written in the English language. But I am simply a college student in the midwest and have no weight of influence to encourage the avid reading of Middlemarch; I suggest you consult Virginia Woolf's thoughts on the matter. She describes Middlemarch as "one of the few English novels written for grown-up people." If that is not convincing enough, Hermione Lee suggests that Middlemarch is "The most profound, wise and absorbing or English novels... and, above all, truthful and forgiving about human behaviour."

Nota Bene: If you consider yourself a humanist, Middlemarch is a necessity!

This is the third time I am purchasing this delightful book . I have used it for the past two years at our vacation bible school and each time someone just "must have it". My last copy went to our minister to be added to the children's library. I highly recommend it for anyone who wants to teach their children the stories of the Bible.

I can just picture Miss Lea sitting with a circle of children, telling them the age old stories in plain talk, with age appropriate explanations of some of the more foreign customs from old testament time. She writes as if she were there, in an engaging, conversational way, and makes the stories come alive for my nine year old son. The stories are only from the Old Testament from Adam and Eve through Moses. I surely hope she continues through the New Testament. Wonderful book!

I bought this book because my sister has breast cancer and 20 liver tumors. I was very afraid and didn't know what to expect when the doctors said she needed a stem cell transplant. I read this book in one day, then immediately mailed it to her. She is now almost ready for her transplant and I feel like I now know what to expect. It was a great help in relieving my fears.

If you or a loved one has cancer this is a very inspiring book to read. It's not to long and very good. I laughed and cried. Wonderful.

An extremely informative work. The graphics and design layout make for a very enjoyable read. Found the chapter on color and lighting especially helpful.

This book covers so much about color, it's amazing. With all the design tips in easy to read insets, the book has brought much light on the subject of color. It's a must read.

Lubac was without a doubt one of the giants of Catholic theology in the past century. This book is his seminal work: a defense of man's need for the supernatural grace of God. Such a need places man in the position of "an arid valley" in need of "rain(grace)" - this anthropological phenomenon forces God to send the Holy Spirit as the vessel of Grace, to the hearts of men. Written decades before Vatican II this book was perceived as heterodox by the Holy See, placing Lubac (together with Chenu, Congar and his fellow Jesuit Chardin) on the black list. Ironically, the current pontiff, no friend of radicalism, made Lubac a Cardinal in recognition of his theological contributions to the faith. The book remains a keystone of radical orthodoxy.

In this work Fr. DeLubac proposes to study what he posits to be one of the central paradoxes of Christianity; namely that man is disposed towards and deeply desires the Beatific Vision but, if left to his own means, is incapable of attaining this end. What Fr. DeLubac proceeds to do is work his way systematically through the history of this classical Christian idea, giving copious refrences, and subsequently showing that certain modern trends in theology, while trying to preserve the gratuitiousness of this great gift from God, acutally serve to undermind the integrity of the classical idea. This is not lightweight reading to be sure but this new edition is more suited to the english speaking reader in that all the quotes and footnotes have been translated from the original Latin and Greek into English. Furthermore the introduction gives a fine overview of the historical circumstances surrounding this monumental work.

This work is a wonderful read for all parents and caregivers, not just those of 'gifted' children. It should be required reading for all teachers and day care workers. I truly wish my parents had had the benefit of having read this book to assist them in my upbringing.

Rosemary gives practical ideas and tips for not just Gifted Children but any child! This book is excellent! Not only does it give great advice and tips on how to work and understand a gifted child but these techiques can also be applied with any special needs child. Highly recommened - and a great gift for any parent or teacher!

Okay, I haven't actually read the book , but I skimmed it in the book store, and it made me want to look it up here at Amazon. That MUST count for something. The topic is a needed one for this generation. One negative: no pictures.

I've owned this title for 5 years, and in those five years I have received great commemoration on my writing. Whether it is a report, memo, or a friend letter that must be written, this book will help you write what you want to say. WRITE TO THE POINT is a "must have" text for all students and authors!

Planting The Future provides a different focus on the botanical market, featuring works by the herbalists of United plant Savers and discussing strategies to save and preserve medicinal herbs. Chapters provide an A-Z listing of herbs and their history, uses and propagation.

This is a MUST HAVE book not only for Herbalists but for all People of this Turtle Isand. As ypou read this book it will not oly scare you but it will also wake you up. It is not up to a few people to save the plants, IT IS UP TO ALL OF US!

True stories about real people and the power of prayer in their lives. It will make you laugh, cry and most of all believe that Prayer Works.

Rosemary Ellen Guiley presents 150 specific cases of how prayer worked for people in distress. The stories are taken from the files of Silent Unity, the telephone prayer ministry of the Unity School of Christianity. They include examples of prayer requests and results in the areas of healing, prosperity and protection. A special chapter on prayers involving pets provides an interesting aspect of how prayer works. An uplifting, comforting book on the power of united and sustained prayer.