I've read all of Evelyn Kennedy's books and found this to be every bit as entertaining as her others. Set in war torn Europe during WWII, the warmth and understanding of the characters made it endearing to me. I eagerly await Kennedy's next work.

Add another facet to the World War II retrospectives ('The Greatest Generation' Brokaw, 'Saving Pvt. Ryan' Spielberg). Now, indefatigable British soldier Stanley Swift, member of the famed 'Desert Rats' under Field Marshal Montgomery, puts a human face on HIS war that sometimes criss-crossed beleagured paths of American and other Allied troops. 'Oh, What a Lovely War! mirrors Pvt. Swift's unforgettable innermost thoughts and feelings of his life in battle, long surpressed by a self-imposed half century of silence. You'll chuckle, laugh and shed tears following the strictly British account of his 'adventures' as a recruit in training during the 1940 London blitz and assignment to the Royal Horse Artillery, Seventh Armoured Division. Then it was on to historic desert battles with Nazi General Rommel's forces in north Africa, through Italy to the Normandy beaches in France, and more combat across Belgium and Holland to final victory in Berlin in 1945. It is his sister, Evelyn Swift Luscher, a Sacramento, California, author, who gives poignant voice to her brother's memoir through her dedicated transcribing and editing of his many irreplaceable audio tapes. Stanley Swift died in April, 1996, in Nottingham, England, at the age of 81. I liked the book because it told so much we never know from history books and evoked so many emotions. Everybody should know what war REALLY is. Truly, an excellent read. Elaine Adams California Writer's Club Sacramento, CA.

What a great book! It is refreshing to read a historical guide that doesn't take itself too seriously. On This Spot brings the sights and history to life for us transplated Washingtonians. While the book can be used as a walking tour guide, it can just as easily take you on a tour through history from your living room. Makes me feel like I am in Washington again!

This book combines humor with important lessons about Passover. My children enjoy this book over and over again and they even learned something from it!

Please, Wonderful Mommy is the story of two children who love their mother but aren't terribly good at showing her. In fact, they're rather terrible! They demand instead of ask, they expect to be catered to, and they never remember to say thank you. It isn't because they don't want to be kind... somewhere they simply forgot to be respectful of their mother and came to expect the way she did things for them every day. Enter their uncle, who clearly notices their lack of respect at dinner one night. As he insists, the kids giggle as they not only say, "Please Mommy," but now say, "Please WONDERFUL Mommy!" My children (ages three and five) giggled along, and we now often smile as we remember to be polite and appreciate other people, even inside our family. In fact, I read it to a group of teenagers, and their parents have been quite happy with the response! Please Wonderful Mommy is a delightful (and slightly subtle) way to remind your children of two of the values you want them to hold close to their hearts... respect for others, and gratitude. I hope you enjoy it as much as we have!

...how much information is powerpacked into this pocket type booklet. It is a grand reminder for the most vital and commonplace ailments, and I wouldnt' miss it for the world. My shelves are bent with Hoffman, Duke, Ody, and the likes, but my travels are accompanied by this little treasure. Chances are if you are in a bind and can't remember, this will save the day. Fit for beginners as well as long time practicing herbalists, and a wonderful gift to open newbies eyes into the grand world of herbal healing. The only problem is to keep it. Don't let it leave your sight, it's one of those which won't come 'home' again. Best by more then one. This book won't cure major illness, but it'll sure patch up the daily scrapes!!

Of the many books I have read on gay/lesbian lifestyles, this remains one of my favorites. It is easy to read and covers a variety of topics such as relationships, career and spirituality. This book is truly affirming and is an excellent first book for anyone who is just beginning to explore a gay, lesbian or bisexual identity.

Great book for new believers as well as reminding some of us "dusty" believers what the basics are. Prayer can become too complicated and Mr. Graf does a wonderful job of getting us back to the real issues in a humble way that I found very engaging.

I love this type of journal. not only can I follow my prayers, but also each page has a lesson, a scripture verse, an encouragement.

An infinite help for individual contributors to charities. In a completely up-to-date (includes information on September 11 charities) and easy to understand format, the book teaches the reader how to be socially responsible in their donations and also to save tax money during a trying economy. The charts, examples, and lists of deductible and non-deductible items were the most useful.