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Self and Liberation: The Jung-Buddhism Dialogue (Jung and Spirituality Series)
Published in Paperback by Paulist Press (1900)
Authors: Daniel J. Meckel and Robert L. Moore
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From the Back Cover
"A remarkable and helpful collection of the dialogues begun by Jung and his followers with the great teachings of the East. These are visionary papers which raise profound questions about human wholeness in the spiritual and psychological world. I hope that this book sparks continued and deepening discussions."

From the Back Cover
"It is an urgent necessity that Eastern and Western intellectual traditions be bridged in order to establish a new spiritual foundation for the one world to come. This book is an excellent anthology which pursues this very task in its focus on C.G. Jung -- a unique and originative Western thinker in the field of depth psychology -- and Buddhism."


Stonewall in the Valley: Thomas J. "Stonewall" Jackson's Shenandoah Valley Campaign Spring 1862
Published in Hardcover by Stackpole Books (1996)
Author: Robert G. Tanner
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Definitive Account of the Army of the Valley, Summer of '62
Generals such as Patton and Rommel were drawn to study Jackson's Valley Campaign because of the successful use of mobility and concentration of force in local engagements to overcome theater area force inferiority. "Stonewall in the Valley" is an incredible story, fundamental to an understanding of the ACW for amateur and professional historians alike. A testament to Mr. Tanner's zeal for history and accuracy was his willingness to go back and undertake a major revision, twenty years after initial publication of the original classic. It is rare that one can point to a signal source of this type as an undisputed, authoritative classic - Hennessy's "Return to Bull Run" and Coddington's "Gettysburg Campaign" are two other examples. Mr. Tanner's work is a success at every level. Whether discussing national politics or the effect of local roads on soldiers' shoes, the commentary is thoroughly researched and rendered with an understandable authority. He is equally adept at identifying and explaining causes and effects and debunking many of the popular myths that have arisen over the years. This is not another contribution to the plethora of Stonewall legend making compilations - this is a serious historical work which examines exactly what happened, the when and the how, the why and why not. There is a most enlightening addition in this revision which discusses the operational art of war - actions which translate overall theater strategy to local area tactics - in the context of Stonewall's Valley Campaign. Mr. Tanner bucks the trend in giving Joe Johnston some credit and in rendering just criticism of the mighty Stonewall where appropriate (more often and harsher than expected). If only we were so lucky as to have a treatment such as this for every other ACW campaign - we can only hope.

A detailed analysis of Stonewall Jackson's Valley Campaign
Probably the most detailed analysis of Jackson's Valley Campaign I have ever read. Tanner has gone to great length to document every detail of the classic campaign fought in the Shenandoah Valley in 1862. New evidence and extensive analysis are presented in an effort to explain some of the controversies of the campaign. Tanner's conclusions differ in some respects from the traditional explanations of some of Jackson's actions but he backs them up well in light of new evidence. The book will make for rather dry reading for those not interested in military history but for the Civil War buff and Jackson admirer it is the best account I have read of Jackson's career as an independent army commander.


The Westminster Larger Catechism: A Commentary
Published in Paperback by P & R Press (2002)
Authors: J. G. Vos, G. I. Williamson, and W. Robert Godfrey
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Something Special
I have a large number of books on Reformed Theology including a number of books which seek to use the Westminster Confession and Catechisms as a springboard to explain the intricacies of Calvinism, but this work is something special. The clarity of thought here is miles beyond anything else I've found. The format is simple: A question from the catechism, the relevant scripture passages identified and summarized in a single sentence, then a series of brief questions and answers on the passage. The Larger Catechism of the Westminster Confession has unfortunately been rather neglected, both in churches and in the written word (Ridgely's two volume commentary is the only other I can think of, and it's much to complex for most readers) but this volume makes all the theological complexities crystal clear. A must read.

Q:What is the chief way to understand the Larger Catechism?
Answer: To read J. G. Vos's extremely clear commentary on the (overlooked and underread) Westminster Larger Catechism. For those who would like a one-volume, handy, theological volume to study, this would be a good one (another good one is A. A. Hodge's Commentary on the Confession). If you are someone studying for licensure or ordinations exam, or someone trying to better understand the overview of the Bible (also read his father's 'Biblical Theology for an overview), or studying for Sunday school class, or someone studying for devotion, this book is for you! It is quite indispensable as a commentary on the catechism and now after years of being out of print, P&R has seen fit to bless us! I hope that this volume will help us to return to our confessional roots as a people of God who are part of a great and long heritage of saints! 'Take up and read!'


Adventures of the First Settlers on the Oregon or Columbia River, 1810-1813 (Northwest Reprints)
Published in Paperback by Oregon State Univ Pr (17 April, 2000)
Authors: Alexander Ross, William G. Robbins, and Robert J. Frank
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Six Stars!
An excellent first hand narrative with lively and descriptive writing by one of the first pioneers to help settle the untamed Northwest. Alexander Ross joined Astor's Pacific Fur Company expedition in 1810 and this is his story of the day to day struggles which he and the other men had to overcome. He left New York on the soon to be ill-fated, doomed ship the Tonquin, with a pompous and overbearing Captain Thorn. They sailed around the tip of South America, then to Hawaii and finally to the mouth of the Columbia River, all the while prevailing over many hardships during this voyage. Upon landing and without delay, the men began to construct the trading post Astoria. Ross' detailed descriptions of their adventures amidst the forces of Mother Nature, Indian relations, the Northwest Fur Company, geography, etc. makes this book a real page turner. They all had many obstacles to overcome, and as I said, his writing skills are exemplary. He devotes the last few chapters to the culture and customs of one of the local Indian tribes. The man was a keen and acute observer of all his surroundings and this is an energetic effort on his part to put it in writing.


Almanac of African American Heritage
Published in Paperback by Prentice Hall Press (30 January, 2001)
Authors: Johnnie H. Miles, Juanita J. Davis, Sharon E. Ferguson-Roberts, Rita G. Giles, Clara L. Adams-Ender, and Sharon F. Ferguson-Roberts
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Explores dozens of black trail blazers over the centuries
The Almanac Of African American Heritage features people, places, times and events which shaped black culture and is written by four Afro-American professionals of education and counseling. From the earliest slave ships to cross the Atlantic to modern times, this explores dozens of black trail blazers over the centuries.


American Foreign Policy: A History
Published in Paperback by D.C. Heath (1989)
Authors: Thomas G. Paterson, Robert J. McMahon, and J. Garry Clifford
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A Terrific Primer in National Security Studies
This is a terrific two-volume study of American foreign policy from the time of our founding.


American Society Medals: An Identification Guide: Together with Basic Criteria for Membership Qualification in Most of Those Societies Whose Me
Published in Hardcover by Bishop & Elliott Publications (1998)
Authors: Lee E. Bishop, J. Robert Elliott, and Adam G. Rohloff
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An amazing resource!
This book is not out-of-print. Information about its availability may be obtained from its authors at LeeMedals@aol.com .

This is an amazing book. Perhaps the only one of its kind. In 320 pages with 640 high resolution black & white photos, the authors cover the medals of over 200 societies.

Colonial descendant societies, Revolutionary War societies such as the Daughters/Sons of the American Revolution, Civil War societies like the Grand Army of the Republic and the Daughters of the Confederacy, are all well represented in these pages.

Medals from more obscure groups such as the Order of the White Crane and the Saint Nicholas Society of the City of New York are also represented.

The emphasis of the book is definitely on military and lineage societies rather than on Masonic or other fraternal organizations such as the Odd Fellows or Knights of Columbus.

Information about each pictured medal is included along with a potted history about the issuing society. Why the medal was issued, who it was presented to, and changes or variations if known are described.

If you have an old society medal saved as a keepsake in your family or if you have a photograph of an ancestor wearing a medal , this book may help you identify the organization to which they belonged.


California Real Estate Principles
Published in Hardcover by Scott Foresman & Co (1991)
Authors: Arthur G. Bowman and Robert J. Bond
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THE required text for your CA Real Estate License
This book is the standard text for college level real estate course RE101. An excellent book with many walkthru examples to help understand difficult situations. GREAT BOOK!


The Christian Educator's Handbook on Children's Ministry: Reaching and Teaching the Next Generation
Published in Paperback by Baker Book House (2002)
Authors: Robert J. Choun, Michael S. Lawson, and Howard G. Hendricks
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This book is great for helping organize an effective ministr
This book covers every aspect of Children's Ministry. This is one of those resources a Children's Minister can not do without. GREAT TOOL!!!!!


Comparative Politics: A Theoretical Framework
Published in Paperback by Addison-Wesley Pub Co (1996)
Authors: Robert J. Mundt, Gabriel Abraham Almond, and G. Bingham, Jr. Powell
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The best answer to understand political systems
This book explains how a political systems works. Democratic and non-democratic political systems are analysed deeply in their structures, processes, forms and institutions, and afterwards are compared in order to check the main diferences between them. A fantastic book!


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