This is the only objective book I could find about immunization issues for my child. It presents common and uncommon side-effects, and has no obvious axe to grind. A gem!

Well, this book is the best all around book I have seen on Iron Mike, and believe me I have seen and read them all. It finally gives an extensive look on this complex individual. Mike is a genius whose greatness may never be understood for years to come. Every quote you you've ever read about him or interview you have ever seen has been doctored to portray him has a brutal, ignorant bully. But in truth he is a very introverted, intelligent, and compassionate human being. But, the media needs a villain so consequently we have an amazing misunderstanding of who the man really is. This book pulls no punches and shows both sides of this often troubled and victimized individual. Be Real Mike and never give up your goal of regaining your belts.

Peace,
Soldier

This book is exceptional because it outlines very clearly the history of computing to date highlighting the good and bad decisions made by IT managers along the way. The authors then provide a blueprint for the future with the hp3000 system as the backbone in an open systems arena. If you are a hp3000 user this will reaffirm what you already knew about this marvelous computer and answer the questions of how to effectively use this machine in the future. If you are not familiar with the hp3000 you will definitely have an appreciation after this read. HP should summarize this material for promotion to get the word out.

This book became a filmmaking Bible for me. The Kuchar Brothers make movies for very little money using a whole lot of their souls in lieu of pecuniary advancements. Their movies are intensely personal, funny and brilliant and they've been making 'em since they were preteens using their aunt's 8mm (well before Super 8) camera inspired by the melodramas of Douglas Sirk as well as any piece of cinema they could devour.

This book gives a little taste of what's behind it all and it's a lot like the Brothers' movies - funny, moving, and whimsical with their own personal dreams, obsessions and demons as fuel. If you're a fan of the Kuchars you'll love this book. If you've never heard of them the book will serve as a timely introduction to their vast ouevre containing unforgettable titles like Sins of the Fleshapoids, Hold Me While I'm Naked and the Wet Destruction of the Atlantic Empire. Whether you know them or not, you will find this book invaluable. Mike's chapter entitled the Metaphysics of moviemaking is one of the greatest pieces I've ever read about making movies.

Even though they're not household names like many of the people they've inspired (Andy Warhol, John Waters, David Lynch), the Kuchar Brothers continue to make movies their own way. Though not as famous as some of their contemporaries, their contribution to American cinema is just as grand. That's why you should read this book...

The first George MacDonald book I ever read and it permanently hooked me! I couldn't put it down, and neither could my teen aged sons. All this plus it manages to teach wonderful values too! GREAT!

This looks a small book but do not be fooled by the size - it is full of sound advice for anyone using a shotgun for competition or for vermin reduction on your farm.

The section on misfires is mandatory reading - they are rare but very dangerous and require a pre-determined approach for maximum safety.

The section on catridges is very good - I would temper it with advice from your local gun shop expert - I went to a 36 gram number 4 rather than moving to the 32 gram number 3 load that his logic would suggest - the local advice appears to provide better results.

It's not an inexpensive book but great value, especially for the beginner.

The book is outstanding, I really enjoyed this book alot! It is a humorous book. Once I began to read it I could not put it down! The book is based on a young man whose dream is to become a spy. His wish comes true one day and the humorous espionage story begins!

In an effort to bring Americans back to the basics of goodness and purity, Standing for Something: 10 Neglected Virtues That Will Heal Our Hearts and Homes, by Gordon B. Hinckley, addresses the problems of the secularization of America.

Hinckley, the president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, blends his years of religious study and experience into one book, which offers ten important keys to solving many social problems in America today.

Love, honesty, morality, mercy, thrift, gratitude and faith are a few of the virtues Hinckley feels America has lost touch with. Refocusing our lives on them, he says, will help stop the moral decay that surrounds us.

In his book, Hinckley recounts the inspiration our founding fathers received when they drafted the Constitution and the faith that the country possessed at its very beginning. He sites the rejection of these values as the source of America's toughest problems, namely the deterioration of the family and a national loss of faith.

Hinckley draws on his own life experiences, world travels and our nation as it is today to illustrate his virtues. And, though he centers his points on his own faith, Standing for Something is a book from which all Christian denominations and religious sects can profit.

60 Minutes reporter Mike Wallace, in his forward to the book, says that Hinckley persuades the reader to "ruminate...on old-fashioned values: by name, Virtue and Integrity."

Hinckley's virues come from the basic rules of human decency and civility, no matter a person's race or creed. Standing for Something not only serves as a guide for individual living, but it also reminds us of the code on which America was founded: Faith, God, family and country.

In this book, Gordon Hinckely draws on his 90 years of life here in America and clearly provides a prescription for a brighter future. His prescription should appeal to anyone of any religion or persuasion who is concerned about the problems our society faces. By today's standards, Hinckley would be considered "conservative." Undoubtedly, the medicine he gently prescribes will be hard to swallow for a few--but I believe the prescription is divinely inspired. The first ten chapters discuss ten virtues that leaders in all circles (i.e., family, business, church, community, government, etc.) must cultivate if America is to remain strong. The last few chapters discuss the vital role "family" plays out in this prescription. Although Hinckley is a religious leader, his style is not one of "preachy" hell-fire and damnation. Although he does draw from the past, he doesn't do it in close-minded "I remember the good ole' days" style. He understands the inherit "good" that all people of the world possess. This book appeals to that inherit "good." Positive, enlightening, timely, and inspired. Those are the words I'd sum this book up with.

Its hard to believe that this book is written by a man that will be 90 years old in June. He has his pulse on the finger of society. He unquestionably understands society's illnesses and he has offered an inspired prescription.

Was is it that the world needs today? Abstract thinking with complicated ideals, or simple and concise instruction?

I loved reading this book from the introduction to the last word. Why so? Because President Hinckley not only describes our social ills, some of which are as timeless as mankind iteself, but he also teaches us not as members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, but as members of the human race, that we need to unite together for the common good of all.

Some pessimists, (or, as they prefer to be called, "realists") don't think that our society can attain the virtues set forth in this book. Did God think of man's capacities for obedience when he gave the 10 commandments? Or did Christ hold back in rewriting the law of eye for an eye with turn the other cheeck because the Jews were virtually incapable of recieving such instruction at the time? No, man was told what he needs to do in order to attain peace and happiness. And that is precisely what we are given in this book.

Society begins with the individual, and after reading his book, I have a stronger sense of appreciation for this country that I live in; the freedom endowed to us; and I have recommited myself to being a better person. If all in the world and our society could change in such a manner, then we wouldn't have 1/1000 of the social ills now made manifest.

It is up to us as individuals to "Stand for Something". We can do it, and it starts with recognizing what we need to do, finding out how to do it, and doing it. It's a shame that some refuse to look beyond the doctrines of the Church (if they are against its teachings) and look to the genuine and pure wisdom given to us.

Those looking for sport application or grappling might want to look elsewhere. Kirby's book features traditional martial techniques.

I'd recommend Basic Techniques to students of jujitsu (obviously), hapkido, judo, aikido, or sombo. It is a good step by step dictionary of (mostly) standing techniques, clearly photographed and well explained. I don't know how useful this book would be to beginning individuals who don't have a partner with whom to practice, or someone who can guide them through the many nuances of the techniques, which, while subtle, are essential to proper and safe execution.

On the other hand, if you do have experience with judo or a grappling art, you should be able to acquire new techniques and/or variations of what you are already practicing, and use this book as a source of new ideas.

A last caveat: although blocking, striking and kicking are aspects of jujitsu, these are not covered in Basic Techniques. A hip throw can be a good finish, but blocking/parrying the attack and counterstriking to unbalance the opponent and set up that sweet hip throw may be the difference between failure and success. Don't despair though, just about any hard art can be successfully grafted to these core jujitsu techniques to create countless variations and allow flexibility of response.

For price (bang for buck), practicality of techniques, and clarity of both photography and explanations, the book merits five stars.

While I am not an authority on Jujitsu, or martial art books, I found this to exactly what the title promised. Kirby does a good job explaining the basics of each technique and the pictures are of good quality. The variety of throws shown are simple enough for the beginner to follow and execute if the have a good sense of balance. The techniques for the most part are also very practical for use in a variety of situations.Some of the locks are difficult to see but the book would have to be much larger for those type of pictures to really prove useful. I feel for the person who is interested in learning basic throws and submission locks, this is an excellent starting point.

As JuJitsu Books go, this is a top reference primer for all wishing to study or who are currently studying Ju-Jitsu. I am a Martial Arts Instructor and hold Shodan Ranks in Aikijujitsu, Judo, Budoshin Ju-Jitsu and Tae Kwon Do. This book along with Prof. Kirby's Intermediate Techniques Book is required reading for all my students. These books are excellent in their technique illustration and explanation. Will it work on the street? If practiced correctly, Heck yea!

Two things struck me while reading this book, the first is that I doubt there is a book out there that is truly balanced and not somewhat biased. The second thing was that Gore really got the shaft, not so much by the recount wars, but by the election official that came up with the Butterfly Ballot. In the history of the USA this decision ranks up there with new Coke and the XFL, what a mistake. As far as the reporting in the book it was not bad for a review of all the articles they had in the paper, but it did not really dig into the particular issues very deeply. I wanted more detail and behind the scenes with both the candidates. I also wanted more details on the court cases; I felt like the sky-high overview of the issues of the cases did not do such an important issue justice.

In reading the book I think a little bit of a democratic bias comes out, just a little, but enough to notice. I also thought it interesting that they had far more details of the Gore group then the Bush camp, it follows the perception that the Post is somewhat liberal in its views. The book is an overview that came out almost 10 minutes after Gore hung up the phone on the second concession call so there are a few more details out now that they did not get in the book. Overall it is a good effort and a readable book, but not the end all be all on the subject.

This book, by the editors of the Washington Post, does a good job of describing the events which led to the deadlocked 2000 Presidential election. In addition to detailing the paths which led to the deadlock, the book discusses all the post-election issues in a very readable format. Surprisingly, the books editors seem only slightly tilted towards Gore (especially considering it is the Washington Post, which is noted for its liberal bias), so no matter who you voted for, there is much to be found here for anyone with an interest in contemporary politics.

I personally think the Washington Post and NY Times are liberal rags that are generally not worth the paper they are printed on. However, in fairness, when they do well I think they should be commended. I read the NY Times "36 Days" and still think that book was not worth the paper it was printed on. It was nothing more than a reprint of their articles.

Conversely, though, Deadlock was a well-written book. Two passages are worth noting. The first is about the book itself. About one-third of the way into the first chapter the book says: "These are the ... decisions, alliances, power plays, snap judgments and personality flaws revealed when a flukishly close election is played out for staggering high stakes. Both sides were nimble and brilliant and occasionally shady; both sides were also capable of miscalculations, divisions and blame. The best and worst of politics were on displayed in those 36 days, and both sides trafficked in each. This is how it happened." Although the Post endorsed Al Gore (no surprise) they tried to be equal in their appraisal of how the two campaigns sought resolution in their favor.

As for the two sides' strategy one only has to look within the first three pages of Chapter 2 where the Post records that the Democrats enlisted the services of three authors who wrote "The Recount Primer". The book reads: "Anyone who read and heeded the booklet could predict how the two sides would play America's closest president election -- at least in the broad outlines. Gore would gamble; Bush would stall. Gore would preach a doctrine of uncounted ballots; Bush would extol the dependability of machines. Gore needed more: more counting, more examination, more weighing and pondering of more ballots. Bush needed it over while he was still ahead." The only trouble for the Gore forces with this gospel was that the Republicans knew the same gospel. The book attempted to show how the two sides played out the roles assigned them.

For a behind the scenes objective look at the two sides, I think the Post did a very decent job. This could have been a... job on the Republicans and conservatives, but generally it was not (though I expected it). It could have been a... job on the Democrats and liberals, but it was not (nor did I expect it). I am not accustomed to this degree of fairness from the liberal Washington Post nor do I expect to see it very often in the future.