This book follows the life of a Great Horned Owl "Stripey", who was abandoned as a 4 week old chick, and raised and subsequently released and observed by Author and Zoologist Max Terman for a study in Animal behaviour. This thoroughly enjoyable book successfully combines scientific observation, reasoning and speculation with the joys and rewards that relationships between humans and animals can bring. Although a factual account, "Messages from an Owl" reads much like a novel, complete with twists in the plot and happy and sad moments. I highly recommend this book, not only for people interested in biology but for anyone who would enjoy following the life and times of two companions, and Owl and a Man.
Deane P. Lewis

Max Terman has given us a most delightful read. I love the typography and layout. The quotes at the head of each chapter lead us on a challenging "Owl Prowl". What a privilege it would be to go in person and check out Stripey and the other owls with Max. But next best thing is pulling his book off of the shelf and reading it again and again. Each new read brings a new insight into the lives of great horned owls and the life of humans who care about them. The book is a classic.

I really love this book. Terman writes with an engaging style and he through him I can feel the triumphs and failures of the owl Stripey. It's not often I get attached to an animal I've never met, but this book brings Stripey to life in ways I wouldn't have imagined.

The audio version of the Bible that I've always waited for...read with passion & conviction. THANK YOU !! (Listen to this MP3 version with Winamp and DFX (free) plugin for great sound quality)

This is so much more than just hearing the Bible read. Max McLean shows a passion for the word that is very moving. I delayed getting this for some time, because I'm not a particular fan of the NIV translation, but after hearing some samples I realized that the strength of performance overcomes any imprecision in translation.

The audio quality of the MP3's isn't quite as good as the audio CDs (the MP3's are 96 Kbps, 44 MHz), so if you aren't concerned about the price difference or the extra bulk, the audio CDs might be the way to go. Even so, I wouldn't say the lower sound quality is a significant distraction (just a bit of "tinny" ring from time to time), and the MP3 format is very convenient.

We have Max's NIV New Testament on tape and it is worn out. Listening to McLean speak is like hearing the voice of God - his voice is that powerful. Even if you are familiar with the bible, this reading will give you a whole new perspective. Purchasing it on MP3 is the most economical way to buy this because you can rewrite it onto CD (for personal use only). BUY THIS ITEM - DO NOT WAIT.

Most of my several thousand volume library consists of serious books, works of literature, literary criticism, philosophy, history, theology, political science, and so on. But I also have a shelf or two devoted to "fun" books, books that I pick up and just lose myself in having fun. This is one of my favorite fun books. Not a masterpiece. Probably won't be in print twenty years from now. But the photographs are spectacular! And in just under 300 pages, almost every major city and structure of Europe has been photographed from the air. It is not merely the famous sights and buildings that makes this such a fun book, but some striking photographs of relatively unknown features. For instance, one of the most stunning photographs for me is what would appear to be a gigantic green field in Denmark that has been punctuated by a series of large housing circles, each cut off from one another, and each surrounded by the same green field.

The text has been provided by noted travel writer Jan Morris. The book is largely structured by starting with Italy and proceeding clockwise through the entire European continent, ending with Greece, Romania, and Turkey.

I really can whole heartedly recommend this book to anyone except those who don't like to look at anything. But if you have any interest in the world, in traveling, in Europe, in history, in photography, or in just having fun looking at awesome photos, this book will prove to be an utter delight.

I stumbled upon this title in a competitor's bookstore and was astonished that I hadn't read a review anywhere. With a 1998 imprint and Jan Morris as the author of the text, it doesn't seem like it should be an obscure tome, yet even here on Amazon.com, only one other person has reviewed it!

The photos are designed to provoke a sense of wonder and awe in the reader/viewer, and they succeed aesthetically, emotionally, and psychologically. From the rock of Gilbralter to a dense set of "potato row" houses in Copenhagen; from snowfields near the Arctic circle to Turkey--it's all here, images snapped from blimps, airplanes, helicopters, almost any method by which one might be "over" Europe.

One will not be able to glimpse most of these sites from comparable vantage points on a typical trek across the continent unless one plans to do so in a biplane. The images here are unusual in their breadth and majesty. ... The text is literate and fun. Buy it and marvel.

If you regard this book as just another coffee table book you aren't even half right. This is one of the best photo books I have ever seen. The pictures are outstanding. Nearly every photo takes you to the alter of the church, the edge of the cliff, or the gate to the castle. Not only is it a photo book, but a great travel book. These aren't just descriptions of what to see, but beautiful pictures showing you what you will want to see when you get there. You won't even need to take a camera or change for postcards-- the best pictures are right here. Get this book before you plan your vacation to Europe.

This is without a doubt, the funniest book I have ever read. I have read thousands of books in my lifetime but this one is the only one that had tears of laughter running down my face. My wife had to quit reading it on a night flight to England as she was laughing so hard it was keeping others awake. Max's humor is absolutely brilliant. It is a real classic.

Review # 1 (Feb. 28, 2001)

THE REVIVAL is wonderful! I am only ready for Chapter 6 (I'm a slow reader), but I don't want to read it fast because it's so rich. I just love it! Don Coldsmith's comparison to Mark Twain is very apt. The writing reminds me of Twain in his younger, leaner days before he wrote tomes that went on and on. I literally had tears in my eyes from laughing so hard last night. I think this may just be the funniest book I've ever read. It's also a pleasure to read it, not a chore. Chapters 4 and 5 are superb examples of comic writing.

Review # 2 (March 12, 2001)

Well, it's a sorry day for me today. I have just finished one of the best books I've ever read - THE REVIVAL by Max Yoho (Snake Shadow). No more shall I read with pleasure of the adventures of Edwin, the hero of Epic, Kansas. I told my wife last night that it was the best book I'd read since HUCK FINN. Now, you may surmise that I'm not too well read (and I may not be), but I've been through quite a few volumes since I first read the Twain classic, but none as memorable as this slim novel. I will read it again just for the beauty of the language. It's a classic. I've already received several requests (beggings) from friends to borrow it, but I'm not sure I can let it go yet...

Review # 3 (October 2, 2001)

Joy! Rapture! Somebody finally returned my copy of Max Yoho's THE REVIVAL. I have started reading it again and am exploding with delighted laughter at the most unusual times. This time as much from nostalgia as a true need to laugh as well. I am anxiously awaiting Max's next book (due out shortly), but THE REVIVAL is just as much fun now as it was before. Don't loan it to anybody. You may never get it back!

Bill Shaffer
Topeka, Kansas
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Our book group just finished this book and we're in total agreement. It's wonderfully funny and easy to read. Several of us admitted to laughing out loud several times as we wound our way to the end.

"The Revival" is about a small boy in a small town during the week the revival preachers come to town - one Methodist and one Holy Roller, but that's just a loose outline to give his main characters a dance floor. You'll get introduced to the family, the churches, the town & all seen through the eyes of 8-year-old with a sense of humor & a sense of drama.

Yes, I admit to a certain prejudice because the author is a hometown boy, but Don Coldsmith liked it well enough to write the intro. If you like Garrison Keillor or Mark Twain, give this one a try too.

I was searching for some good Book and just to check whether my favorate book is there or not. I searched for it and I found that it's out of print.so sad.. This is the book which taught me from basics to advanced techniques and helped me to win tournaments.. It is still with me and is Kohinoor diamond of my collection. One of the major strength of this book is the collection of master versus amatuer games. It gives indepth analysis of each of them which is a unique feature that help us to clearly identify the strength of a master. Also It is focused to give an idea behind each opening rather than suggesting dozens of variations which is totally confusing. A must Buy ..

It is unfortunate that this book is out of print. I happened to buy this book many years ago, and was totally captured by Euwe style of writing. Euwe explains each and every move in greatest detail, also talks abt the wrong moves in a given position. This book helped me to improve my game considerably. Euwe also focusses on the main opening lines, especially Ruy-Lopez open and closed variation, which is my favorite. I would highly recommend this book if you can find it!

This book picks up where Chess Master vs. Chess Amateur leaves off. The players encountered by the masters here appear to range from "B" players through strong Expert. This is a unique book in the long list of chess manuals for intermediate players. First, it provides excellent instruction in the openings. Every game showcases a particular system and illustrates ideas for both sides with thorough explanations, not just a lot of variations. Second, it is an outstanding guide to the middle game -- particularly of the thematic positions and pawn structures that arise from the illustrated openings. It is a shame that this book is out of print. If you can find a copy of this venerable book -- grab it!

I could not put in down, it held my attention. One of the best books I have ever read! It would have wonderful to have a relationship with my Grandfather like that. The Great-Grand Children will never forget him.

Reading Roommates;My Grandfather's Story & Gootie; My Grandmothers Story, took me back home to the same neighborhood and time frame. Max Apple & his sisters and I & my sisters, lived about 6 doors from each other and played toghther from time to time. I remember his sisters twin beds and wished they were mine. One of those men walking to and from American Seating was my father.I remember "two bit Sophie".What a hoot!Later my sister Betty would be Dr. Farber's office nurse for many years.As a nurse I also took care of Debby and on another occasion, her mother, at St. Mary's Hospital. American Bakery, Jack Remes, Steketee's,the grocery store around the corner etc all brought my early childhood back vividly . I also remember the faces of Gootie & Rocky. The picture of Gootie looks exactly like my "Busha".Anyone growing up in that neighborhood in Grand Rapids, MI the late 40's and 50's can go home again.

I first encountered this book in shortened, abriged form, within an old Reader's Digest. I bought the book and found it a moving, touching, stirring, amusing, funny, and close-to-home tale. I used a cutting of it's story in prose interp competitions. Because of Max Appple's genius, needless to say, I won many awards.

Fun, simple and unpretentious. That's "Something Tastes Funny" and the television show that spawned it, Food TV's "How to Boil Water." Everything that network no longer is. Sean, we miss ya ... get back into the kitchen!

All I can say is that the recipes are great for the beginner and some of the stories I could actually relate to. If you like his show, you will love the book!

Although this cookbook doesn't market itself as a vegetarian cookbook, it practically is! There are tons of fast and easy veggie recipies, like Tofu Cacciatore. I highly recommend this book (I took it out of the library and now must own it!)

Anyone who has read literature knows the best and most noteworthy volumes. This is not necessarily because the work is 'well written' or conveys ideas easily to the reader, or because someone else says it's good. Good literature is the work that has a completely positive effect upon the reader. I have been reading serious literature for several years now, and A Sportsman's Notebook is quite possibly the most wonderful literary work I have yet encountered. If I'm feeling down, I crack it open, and by the time I'm done reading I feel better. If I'm feeling good, it makes me feel that much better. Turgenev's words ring true in this volume -- to me it's as sweet as candy.

This fine gem of a book typifies the sort of volume that one must be able to extract from the water-logged valise when the steamer has gone down and one finds oneself stranded on the proverbial desert island. After 30 years of rather serious reading, I still tend to think that Turgenev is one of the finest authors ever to put ink to paper. A Sportsman's Notebook is a wonderful place to start an exploration of Russian literature. Now, if I can just find my tramp steamer tickets.

This book has some of the best short fiction ever written. Hemingway said, "Tolstoy wrote the best books, BUT TURGENEV WAS THE GREATEST WRITER." And then he went on to praise the short story "A Rattle of Wheels" above all other Turgenev stories. So if Hemingway thought Turgenev the greatest writer, and "Rattle of Wheels" the greatest story he wrote, then he certainly thought "Rattle of Wheels" the greatest short story ever written (aside from his own works, of course, egomaniac that he was). And "Rattle of Wheels" is in this collection. I personally prefer "The Singers". Read this collection. You won't regret it.

Max Lucado is truly gifted. This beautiful, gentle book is truly a gift. This book is a compilation of Biblical accounts accompanied with first rate illustrations. It is an excellent teaching tool and families, educators and lay people alike will always find something useful in this book they can draw from.

This book will most likely stir up powerful emotions and certain passages are indeed, quite moving. The illustrations are masterpieces and the nearness of God's love is the theme that runs throughout the book. It is a very comforting book and one that will always remain part of one's life. As another reviewer aptly noted, bless these men who have used their talents in a way to impart good.

I just can't recommend this book highly enough.

This book was recommended to me by my aunt and as she tried to fullly express her feelings about it I decided to read it to my young sons as bedtime stories. BEAUTIFUL! Very moving, especially if you are familiar with the Bible correlations. I was so overcome with emotion I had to let my oldest son finish reading some of the stories aloud. Since they were young, I explained the moral of the story and how it was based on God's word. Now that they are older, I want to purchase this book and again read the stories to them. Also, I plan to buy "Tell Me the Secrets".

Max Lucado has long been one of my favorite authors, and if the beautifully illustrated cover had not been enough to attract my attention the name on the binding would. Through the use of inspiring and inspired allegories he presents the love of God in a way to touch the spirit and encourage the soul. The lovely drawings only enhance the story. We can only be thankful that these men are using their God-given talents for the forces of good!

We've had this book from the library for almost a month now, and I'm pretty sure we've read it EVERY night. Our youngest daughter wouldn't think of going to bed now until she'd been tickled. (Even our 10 and 11 year old daughters will come in just to get in on the tickle action!) She likes to trade places in the story, and some nights she's the ticklemonster and I'm Tough Teddy. It really is like a little play they put on while they're listening to the book. We will be giving this book to her for Christmas, sentencing ourselves to what will probably be months of reading the same book over and over....oh to be 3 again!

My kids (ages 7, 4 & 4) all LOVED this book when I brought it home from the library. It is such a treat for them when I get a fave for them to keep as their own. The problem now--who gets to have it? A wonderful book with lively, colorful illustrations.

My childrens day would not be complete without this book!! They adore to be tickled and beg me every bedtime to tickle them!! I would definatly reccomend this book to people whose children love to be tickled, like mine!