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Upon This Rock : Miracles of a Black Church, The
Published in Paperback by HarperCollins (paper) (1994)
Author: Samuel G. Freedman
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A Rock in a weary land
This book takes you on a journey filled with the miracles of faith and power of prayer. You can feel each trial and tribulation in your heart. I have visited this church after reading this book and the warmth and love is all over the church. This pastor has endured much, in order to dedicate his life to his calling. I was inspired to reach out and believe me it was a rock for me as a child of Christ and I was able to dedicate myself to the cause of Christ. It is a must read for all, young and old. My children, and my childrens children will read this.

A story of faith, tribulations and victory
This book chronicles a Brooklyn church and its community amid the crime, drugs and despair of the black community. However , faith and learning to believe in the Lord and his ultimate plan for an individual and his community makes this church an oasis amid the storms. It is a story of a pastor, with his own demons, trying to be resopnsible for the souls of his congregation and the thin ice on which he must tread. This book will make you look at the inner city and its churches in a different light.

A powerful, challenging account of contemporary Christianity
This book was well written and well resourced and led me on a pilgrimage to this black Mecca.


Works Of Mark Twain - 25 Volumes - Authors National Edition
Published in Library Binding by Reprint Services Corp (1999)
Authors: Mark Twain and Clemens Samuel L.
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A Twain treasure trove
If you love the works of Mark Twain this is a splendid way to get them. I happen to own the original set of which these are a reprint. All the writing that Twain published in his own lifetime is here, including short stories, essays and topical pieces. Twain is ideal for browsing, and when you have the entire set you can browse to your heart's content.

please list the titles of the 25 vol. of set
I am interested in the 25 vol. set, but want to know the title and vol. number of each. Also the type of binding and how many publications this is for it,as well as the publisher, and address of publisher.

I have 22 volumes from this collection...
In fairly good condition, except for normal wear and tear, reader's use, travel, etc. They have a lithographed "signature page," which states "This is the authorized uniform edition of all my works" The copyright dates run from 1896 to 1907... anyone have an idea what they're worth?


Yes, You Can!: 1,200 Inspiring Ideas for Work, Home, and Happiness
Published in Paperback by Perseus Publishing (1996)
Authors: Samuel D. Deep, Lyle Sussman, and Sam Deep
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Crammed with good ideas! One page at a time!
As a psychotherapist, I don't often turn to business authors or management consultants. This book is an exception.
It is great for the one-page reader who wants help quickly. Deep and Sussman take some of the best psychological reasearch and bring the core down to a pithy statement, easily entertained, and place 7-10 or so of these on each page. The reader takes a topic of interest and finds just one page of pearls of wisdom. Topics range from the individual: "Insomnia" or Avoid Negative Self Talk" or "Forgive Your Mistakes" to business areas like "Accept Criticism" "Make Good Use of Time", to relationships and communicating effectively, then to prospering at work and at home: "Survive a Job Loss" "Raise Positive, Successful Children." One then reads the 7 to 10 Yes-you-can suggestions (many from bona fide research) written in simple sentences.
Amazing. I show and suggest this book in my stress reduction and relaxation training group and many buy it.

One holiday season I bought it as a gift for my favorite people. I highly recommend this!

Bite-sized inspiration!
I love this neat little book. It distills some of the most effective advice on work, health, family, and service into easily understandable and applicable blurbs. I love the inspiring quotations and the positive tone with which Deep and Sussman address the topics discussed in the book. Some of the information is just plain common sense, but there seems to be a shortage of that these days, making this book all the more necessary. Give it to the new graduate or as a gift to a new employee. They'll thank you later.

Don't let negativity stop you from reaching your goals!
"Yes, You Can!" not only gives excellent advice, it explains how you can make that advice part of your daily life. This book covers more than 125 personal goals and is an inspiring guide! It is set up so you can read just a few pages each day and improve your life incrementally. The focus is on developing a positive attitude in life and by doing this, you are ensured success in all areas of your life.

You will find 1,200 inspiring ideas for work, home and happiness. This book contains all the information you may ever need on how to think positively, act powerfully, communicate effectively, build great relationships, motivate others and prosper at work and at home.

Whether you are thinking, speaking, listening, planning, managing, leading, working, parenting, loving, or serving...the "advisements" will help you to make your life more fulfilling. You might enjoy the "advisement" of "Increase Your Job Security" or "Increase Your Creativity." This is then followed by a list of ideas to accomplish this goal. One idea under the creativity advisement said: "Experience your innate creativity by doing something for the sheer joy of it without worrying about results."

Each day you will want to reach for this book and read a few pages. You might even want to check off the goals you have reached or write one of the ideas contained in this book on a chalk board. This will help you keep focused and take these ideas, and make them a reality in your life.

You can do anything you decide you can...YES..you can :).


Your Window Looking South: Enjoyable - Knowledgeable - Entertaining: The Truth About The Mexican People
Published in Hardcover by Vantage Press (01 September, 1998)
Author: Samuel Adame
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An Amazingly Wonderfull Entertaining and Realistic Book.
This is an amazingly realistic tale of former and modern Mexico and the US. I recommend it as a personal read or even as a text book on Mexican/American Studies. The New Author (new in writing not in life) has a talent to tell about his personal experiences and the reality of these countries. Great Buy!

Great book, covering economics and politics in Mexico.
Great book, covering economics and politics in Mexico during the period of 1988-1994 (president Carlos Salinas de Gortari). Without fear, it reveals many important facts previously unknown to the public. It as well deals with Mexican way of life and shows the causes of present situation in Mexico and possible solutions. New and innovative look at recent history of Mexico and its people. I personally recomend it to everyone who wants to understand the real face of Mexico and its people.

Harsh book lambasts Mexican development
It is the exact truth about the Mexican peopl


1, 2 Samuel: The New American Commentary (New American Commentary, Vol 7)
Published in Hardcover by Broadman & Holman Publishers (1996)
Author: Robert D. Bergen
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Very well done
This commentary is one of my favorites. The scholarship is excellent, treatment is even-handed, and the writing style is fluid and easy to digest. I suppose the account of Israel's first kings makes for a particularly interesting study to begin with, but Bergen leads the reader through the text well. I highly recommend this book.

Scholarly, Accessible, Exciting
This is an excellent commentary by the author of 'Biblical Hebrew and Discourse Linguistics.' This commentary demonstrates how the application of the discipline of linguistics can contribute to an understanding of the Old Testamtent. The commentary also excels in placing the contents of these Old Testament books within a Biblical Theology; it is sensitive to placing their contents within the context of an unfolding revelation. This commentary also proves that a scholarly commentary does not have to be difficult to read. While some commentaries are boring and dry as dust, this one is fun and exciting.


563 Stupid Things People Do to Mess Up Their Lives
Published in Paperback by Griffin Trade Paperback (2000)
Author: Larry Samuel
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563 Stupid Things People Do to Mess up Their Lives
This book is laugh-out-loud funny! If you've got a problem with Dr. Laura, but love Seinfelf, you'll love this book!

563 Stupid Things People Do to Mess Up Their Lives
This book is laugh-out-loud funny! If you like Seinfeld, and hate Dr. Laura, buy this book!


All the Blood Tethers (Samuel French Morse Poetry Prize)
Published in Paperback by Northeastern University Press (2002)
Authors: Catherine Sasanov and Rosanna Warren
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A collection of intense and powerful images
Winner of the 2002 Morse Poetry Prize, All The Blood Tethers is a collection of intense and powerful images crafted by the award-winning poet Catherine Sasanov illustrating and evoking the severe side of Roman Catholicism, life in the brutal city, wandering past veils of death, and so much more. "Walk into the patio. / Look up at the stars. / No one's left / to decipher God's language / held just out of reach. / The royal cosmographers / died centuries ago."

Blood Tethers deserving of more than Poetry Prize
There are few books of poetry that so directly speak to the reader as the poems in "All the Blood Tethers" do. This book is the much deserving winner of the prestigious Samuel French Morse Poetry Prize. However, this book deserves more then prizes. Ms. Sasanov has created a world so personal that it transcends many poets' attempts at communicating inner soul. This book allows the reader to feel these poems inside their own bodies. Ms. Sasanov's voice is strong and beautiful. The poems are at once real and tied to the earth as they are soaring to the heaven. This book deserves to be widely studied and discussed. It deserves to be taught and pondered. It deserves to be read.


The art of sexual lovemaking, a guide to a happier sex-love life for married couples
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Author: Frank Samuel Caprio
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First-rate
I found this book much more useful than the previous guide I read on the subject, "The Art of Non-Sexual Lovemaking: A Guide to Platonic Relationships," by Ima Prude, which wasn't nearly as effective for me and my partner in helping us work through our sexual issues.

Superb
A fascinating eye-opener and a book which has transformed the way I view lovemaking. Quite frankly something needed to be done to resurrect the physical side of my marriage which has been blighted in the main by my PE, and Caprio's guide seemed the perfect start. As the author makes clear, lovemaking is an art - an art whose media are the body AND the mind, with the lover as artist. I have every confidence that reading this guide will lead to a happier love life for my wife me, and will help me move on from my frustratingly Pollockesque form of abstract expressionism.


Awakening the Third Eye
Published in Paperback by Clairvision (01 June, 1997)
Author: Samuel Sagan
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Absolutely amazing book
In all the years I've been studying the chakras, this is the first book that make the Third Eye "click" for me. After reading just the first few chapters, my life has been changed for ever. If anyone is interested in becoming aware, of learning what it truly means to exist, read this book. The tools it equips you with will show you where and how to look for answers to your deepest questions.

Develop your own spiritual perception
This book has an incredible amount of practical information and techniques to implement in daily life. Dr. Sagan has truly been able to outline spiritual knowledge in an easy practical way, so that anybody can awaken their own non-physical perception.

I keep going back to the book again and again to gain further techniques to implement in my daily life. From a beautiful, but simple meditation on the third eye to developing spiritual vision, energy protection and dousing land energies....and so much more!

This book is a must to anybody interested in developing their own spiritual vision, and who are not satisfied with just reading about it or listening to doctrine.....


Barron's 14 Days to Higher Sat I Scores: Let the Authority in Test Preparation Help You Prepare
Published in Paperback by Barrons Educational Audio (1994)
Authors: Mitchel Weiner, Sharon Weiner-Green, Samuel C. Brownstein, and Sharon Weiner Green
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Tip passed on
As I started High School many SAT help books were thrown my way from my always helpfull parents and relatives. But this book passed the true test of time. By the end of my Junior year this Red book was the only one left on my desk, with the flash cards scattered throughout my room. It helped me get the scores I wanted...I hope the same is true for you.

If you want a higher score, buy this book
I bought Barron's SAT I prep book and studied it for about a month before my test. It helps you learn your vocabulary and hone in on the math skills that you need work on. The best thing to prepare for the SAT, though, is to TAKE the SAT, and Barron's has plenty of practice tests that are as close to the real thing as you can get. I can sincerely give an unqualified endorsement of this book. My 1600 has Barron's written all over it.


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