I really enjoyed this book, although I almost did not buy it because the cover art was too much of a bodice ripper look. The story kept me very interested throughout, however implausible the premise, by the end I was completely IN the story. I would highly recommend this for those who enjoy time travel or futeristic romance as well. I will definately be buying the other book Ms. Miller has written and look forward to her next offerings.

A wonderful ending brings a happy tear to the eye. It was great to see Jonathon finally get back home where he belonged. A touching romance that doesn't get sappy :o)

This book gives a fascinating true account (with pictures and diagrams) of when the US accidently dropped 4 nuclear bombs on Spain in 1966 and the corresponding weapon recovery search and plutonium cleanup from debris.

This was back at the height of the cold war, when we not only had B-52 bombers on the ground loaded with nukes, but we also *constantly* had B-52s with nuclear bombs in the air flying multiple routes. At that time, there was concern that the U.S. might not be able to survive a nuclear first strike and respond in force. So, we kept bombers in the air continuously, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Kind of amazing we are still here to read about this, huh?

One of the 24 hour duration B-52 routes involved bombers taking off from North Carolina, flying across the Atlantic and over Spain, refueling, relieving other B-52's that had been circling in the air "on-station", circling for a few hours ready to cross borders and bomb at a moments notice, and then flying back to North Carolina when releived by the next wave of bombers. Over and over, continuosly, round the clock. Just in case...

But on this day, one of the B-52's collided with its refueling tanker in midair over Palomares, Spain. Its four nuclear bombs broke free and fell to the ground. Part of the normal delivery system of this weapon involved parachutes, which in the case of this accident fully or partually deployed on the different bombs. 2 of the 4 bombs hit the ground hard enough to detonate the conventional explosives and blow plutonium over the countryside (no mushroom cloud). 1 of the bombs went into the sea and involved a massive underwater search to locate and recover.

All in all, a fascinating true story of an important and very dangerous part of our history.

[Oh, and I've actually seen one of the recovered bombs from this accident. It is on display at the National Atomic Museum on Kirkland Airforce Base in Albuquerque, NM (free and open to the public) which has exhibits of the evolution of our nuclear weapons, with about 50 or so different nuclear weapons on display (minus the important parts, of course) -- gives you a *whole* new idea of what nuclear proliferation is all about, and its challenges. The Museum is not anywhere as much a downer as you might think, too. They give a pretty balance perspective, all things considered.]

[If you like this true story, then you might also want to watch the classic Peter Sellers comedy, the fictional movie "Dr. Strangelove" which portrays the bombers and flights during this general time of Mutual Assured Destruction (MAD)philosophy of National Defense.]

In 1966, a midair refueling accident scattered four nuclear weapons over a remote area of southeastern Spain. Three were found quickly; the fourth fell in 2,550 feet of water and required the ingenuity, resources - and courage - of some of America's best brains to recover it.

The logistical and technical challenges, chronicled very well here by one of the leading civilian participants, makes for an interesting account in itself, but of perhaps greater interest is the reassuring sense which emerges that American nuclear weapons are indeed in responsible hands.

Maps, photos, diagrams, documents, reading suggestions, and an excellent index enhance this absorbing account.

(The "score" rating is an ineradicable feature of the page. This reviewer does not "score" books.)

This is an excellent resource in federal Indian law. It is updated annually via cumulative pocket-parts and is a thorough review of the subject. It is a great place to begin research in Indian law because it lays out the blackletter and has copious citations to the major (and sometimes less major) cases on the subject. For me, if I could have only one book on the subject, this would be it.

Federal Indian law is a quagmire that demands useful navigational tools. In the past, Felix Cohen's "Handbook of Federal Indian Law" (particularly the 1942 ed.) was used by everyone - including Supreme Court Justices - to better understand this jurisprudence. This field of law, however, has evolved in many ways in the intervening twenty years and the "American Indian Law Deskbook" permits readers to learn about these changes in the responsibilities and exposures of the states, tribes, and federal government. Indeed, this is the second edition, and the foreword indicates that even the five-year period between editions had been eventful. The overall intent of this publication is to present relevant legal history to sustain an understanding of Indian law today.

The editors have included Tables of Cases (32 pp.), and of Statutes and Codes (9 pp.), as well as a bibliography (10 pp.). One important note must be added. Yearly supplements are a crucial part of the business of legal research, and the editors of the "American Indian Law Deskbook" realized this when they published the first edition in 1993. This practice has continued, and stand-alone yearly supplements are available for both 1999 and 2000 that update the current edition.

"American Indian Law Deskbook" augments Cohen's "Handbook." It should be considered as a core holding for those with a desire and/or a need to learn more about current federal Indian law.

a book with a text written by one of the most important art critics. Finally quilts seen as art pieces. An incredibly beautiful collection of amish quilts to show you the world of this religious group artistic crafts. If you look for new ideas for your quilting palette, don't miss this book.

Amish: The Art of the Quilt by Robert Hughes chronicles the quilt collection at Esprit corporate headquarters in San Francisco. Begun haphazardly by Doug Tompkins in 1971 as a way to cover bare office walls, it has evolved into a showcase of exquisite examples of Amish artistry.

Robert Hughes writes a concise history of the Amish people and their distinctive quilts. But best of all are the 9" by 9" full-color plates of 82 representative quilts. Julie Silber, who became the collection's curator in 1983, shares her comments on each quilt, pointing out its adherence to or deviation from Amish tradition.

This book represents an excellent investment for all lovers of the vibrant colors and intricate stitching so characteristic of Amish quiltmaking.

reviewed by Andrea R. Huelsenbeck

This is a great book for anyone who has experienced perinatal loss. It contains hauntingly beautiful poetry and sculptures that capture the feelings of anquish and stages of grief one goes through after such a loss. This would make a great gift to give to anyone who has experienced the death of a baby. When my baby died 7 years ago, the book was hard to get or out of print. I am so glad to see it available once again.

I have found this book to be of emense help to me in the healing process after a loss to me. It takes you through a visual step by step growth process of healing. It touched me in ways that I can not describe. Anyone who has ever experienced a loss should read this book. Julie Fritsch is an incredible artist that has a unique talent that touches the heart in the purest of ways.

ENJOY! Each page is a large-scale color plate of one artist's work - 125 in all. My favorites include works by Mian Situ, Cyrus Afsary, Ray Vinella, Tom Haas, Ken Auster, Lanford Monroe, E Manning Crook, Oleg Stavrowsky, Stepahn Juharos, Howard Post, Paul Youngman, Martha Saudek, Judith-Moore Knapp, Sherry Blanchard Stuart, Tim Cox and Bruce Peil.

Whether it's a mystical painting of thunder maidens or plain-song renditions of cowboys taking a coffee break or a sketch of a bull rider at a rodeo or a buffalo shedding its winter coat this book is like a window on that hot, sunny world of Cowboys & Indians, desert & animals, sunsets & rivers. A glorious gallery of the Great American West.

The greatest praise I can give this book is that as someone who is not an educator, this book is surprisingly interesting and a very enjoyable read. It works both as a critique of the school systems in this country (and their failures) and as a quasi-novel of one very compassionate woman's struggle with the difficulties of teaching in a sometimes impossible environment.

Whether Basic Needs has anything to offer you obviously depends on who you are. But whereas books like Jonathan Kozol's Savage Inequalities will outrage some and spur them to either imagine new ways of fixing an educational system that, despite what many say is better than what we had 50 years ago, still is not enough when students start hopeful and end homeless, or to throw money at that system and hope someone will do something useful with it, Landsman's book focuses your attention differently, in ways that are simultaneously more specific and just as broad.

Landsman writes about one specific group of kids during one school year, about kids who were already slipping through the cracks. The apparent lack of complete success in helping these children, coupled with incremental, inconsistent but spirit-raising breakthroughs, may leave you with needs you didn't know you had. It may remind those who have seen The Year of Living Dangerously of Linda Hunt's words to Mel Gibson, something along the lines of "You can't help everyone, you can only help those fate puts in front of you." Landsman makes you more willing to watch what's in your path, perhaps even to range further off of it to see if anyone needs help. And despite the subject matter, it warms, somehow. I wish I was still reading it.

My three-year old daughter chose this book from the library, and last night she declared that she wished it was *her* book, not one that she had to return (the first time she has ever expressed this interest.) She likes "reading" the stories and the same words are used in several contexts allowing for quick recognition ("Beeper counts moons" in one story, and "Beeper bakes a moon cake" in another story.) The thing that she likes the best about the stories is that she things they are hilarious. She laughs every time she sees the whimsical illustration of Beeper yawning or Baby making a blue mud cake.

This is a set of 4 books that is really adorable. For kids who are just learning to read (especially using a whole language approach), this set will build confidence. The illustrations practically tell the story, so kids get a lot of help from them. A confidence builder that is invaluable for kids just starting out on the road to reading.

Only one word. Great!!! This book improved my wrestling skills. Wow, I loved the photo's too.

Phil

I've been wrestling for a few years and when I saw this book I was so excited to see a wrestling book in color. When I got the book I was quite pleased with all the advice from coaches and Olympic wrestlers. It's all really practical information and I feel like this will help me stay focused this season. I like the step by step instruction as well. Everything is explained so I can understand it and apply it. I think this is a great book for anyone currently wrestling.

There are calendars and then there are Calendars. The art works by Boris Vallejo and Julie Bell are exceptional. Each month is set out with it's own mythology story and picture. The centre fold is a full length picture. This calendar is a must to own and definitely worth displaying for all you friends and family to admire; so make sure it is the focal point in your home.

The illustrations are great, is a show of hands. It's a lavish extravagance of color and virtuosism but the human figures appear to be posing very much as if they were ready for a photo session, and that lack of spontaneity. And if you like painting things like that you will find a -what to do guide in those artworks. A wild calendar!