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The Rockefeller File
Published in Paperback by CPA Books (1976)
Author: Gary Allen
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One of the better of its type

... Gary Allen was one of the better writers working in the genre of the paranoid and, even if his conclusions don't always hold up, one can't deny that he does a very good job of compiling and presenting his evidence. While The Rockefeller File doesn't quite match up to Allen's classic None Dare Call It Conspiracy, its a compelling presentation of a world view that many dismiss with ridicule without really giving it fair consideration beforehand.


This book I would recommend to anyone who is truly curious about the ideas behind the theories of those who the media dismisses as "anti-government extremists." Whether you agree with them or not, its hard to deny that they're a group who are often held up as easy targets by liberals. They're the scapegoats of modern America and deserve at least a chance to state their views without being shouted down in fits of moral indignation. The Rockefeller File presents one of their better cases. Read this book, consider the evidence and conclusions within, and then decide for yourself. Either disagree like me or agree like thousands of others, but at least give them a fair hearing.

So little known, but of grave consequences
Gary Allen's book " The Rockefeller File" reveals documented facts of power, influence, market manipulation through monopolies, all behind a cloak of secrecy, never revealing its true face. One of the most influential and wealthiest families in the United States uses all levers to their disposal to influence public policy in the USA, to further their causes, which are firstly financial, but secondly, and with more lasting effect, aquisition of power by influencing every administration from the days of John D. Rockefeller to this day. Gary Allen is a serious author of historic non-fiction, brilliantly documented analisys of controversial subjects, mostly unnoticed by the general public, but of great and grave consequences for them. "The Rockefeller File" reveals a seeming paradox, that one of the richest families in the world supports communism, the awowed enemy, and not only promotes it but supports its march to prominence with huge amounts of money, and is to this day a promoter and financier of the creation of a One World Goverment under the United Nations. Americans are duped to think of the Rockefeller family as patriotic, generous, noble, living their wealth in the true American Dream way. Little do they know of the truth behind the mask, unscrupelous manipulation of public policy through family trusts and foundations, never subject to one cent of income taxes, amassing huge shares of assets in global corporations on the backs of average American citicen. The goal of this volume is to open our eyes to the destructive trend, in which we are sliding ever deeper to a miserable future for us and our children, culminating in a One World Goverment with an upper crust of "Have Alls" lording over a population of slaves under a godless socialist banner. We are called to action, to stop this from progression to that end.

Real History
I never did believe the tripe that my US History professors were feeding me. There never seemed to be a good enough reson for the world wars, and Vietnam, and Watergate. It seems the press will focus on anything other than the true state of teh world.

And what is more important to me, the state of the world or the state of my own community? For too long, media has taken community attention away from tehmselves to focus on teh global community. This should not be tolerated.

Wahtever happened to teh autonomy of states, to city councils, to the true power of a local group of citizens to determine the course of tehir own destinies?


Absolute Zero
Published in Hardcover by Ivy House Publishing Group (1999)
Authors: Frederick Aldrich and Fred Aldrich
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Excellent first effort! Truly engaging. Intelligent!
Fred is a friend of mine and I am proud of his most excellent first effort. This book is intelligent, engaging and truly interesting. A delightful read! A unique and enthralling story of high-tech terrorism played out in the heartland of modern-day America. This is a fun and truly engaging read!

Fabulous plot and action
I read 3-4 books a week for 30 years and more and I usually cannot find anything that is original and captivating. I was so shocked that this book was so good in developing the suspense and the character development was terrific, but what was really awesome was the technical data and research that was highly readable and educational and seamlessly fitted in. I just loved it!! I will buy anything this author writes in the future.


Crossworld
Published in Paperback by Writers Club Press (1901)
Author: Robert V. Aldrich
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In my humble opinion, worth a try
I met Mr. Aldrich ... in Raleigh, NC while I was browsing the science fiction section of the store. He asked if I was looking for a particular book and whenI said no he suggested his book "Crossworld". He was very nice about it andwasn't pushy, but then again, who wouldn't be if they wanted their book to beread! I'm only kidding, but seriously, I've read a selection from the work andI enjoyed it. You can check it out yourself in the bookstore section ...Well, if you're looking for a sci-fi read, you should give this book a try.

A Stunning SciFi Action Novel !!!!!
Rarely does a book come my way that I actually cant wait to see the outcome of. Crossworld is one of those rare and compelling stories that anybody with an open mind will enjoy.
The story itself is top notch with hints of The Matrix and Blade scattered throughout. Robert Aldrich continually keeps things at a fast and enjoyable pace without sacrificing genious storytelling and immersive detail. Just wait until you witness the awesome hardcore action sequences which are beautifully crafted in every chapter.
I fully recommend this adventure tale to anyone with a love of science fiction, anime, fantasy, and breathtaking action. I am eagerly awaiting the following volumes.


Thunder on the Left
Published in Hardcover by FaithWorks (2003)
Author: Gary Aldrich
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Hooray for the Courage to tell the Truth
Once again Aldrich proves he is a man of courage. He tells the truth about the way things really are, not in political correct terms. He is giving examples to support his thoughts and beliefs and they can NOT be refuted by reason. Liberals don't care about reason they argue facts with distraction, feelings, lies if they must.
Read the hard cold facts of life as told by one of the most courageous men around

Interesting and Enlightening Work
Everyone always wonders where all the college liberals and radicals go once they graduate. Do they really change their ideals and moderate?

Gary Aldrich reveals in this book that tha hard-left is alive and kicking in the corridors of Washington. The agenda of many Democrats in power is very different than the agenda of heartland democrats.

It is precisely this agenda that Mr. Aldrich exposes in this book. A trusted FBI agent of 26 years, Mr. Aldrich brings the incisive analysis and investigative expertise that he first demonstrated in Unlimited Access to this new book.

A must read for any true conservative!

Read this book before you read Hillary's new book
In this intruguing expose by the former FBI agent who spilled the beans on Bill and Hillary Clinton back in 1997, Gary Aldrich reminds us all why the Clinton's aren't to be trusted. Aldrich goes a step farther in Thunder on the Left and shows how the entire Democtatic Party is now beholden to the Clinton's and other left-wing radicals. Aldrich writes like a seasoned investigator and this book is hard to put down.


Unlimited Access: An FBI Agent Inside the Clinton White House
Published in Hardcover by Regnery Publishing, Inc. (1996)
Author: Gary Warren Aldrich
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This is a must read for every citizen of the United States.
This account of the Clinton White House goings-on will leave its readers totally unsettled. I had nightmares. It is well written and very descriptive. Most of the text jives with public news over the years - mostly the news that surfaces and suddenly disappears. How long will the public choose to turn their heads from the truth of Bill and Hillary and their agenda of turning our free democracy into a socialistic society.

I am curious about a few things: 1) Are the quotes truly the exact words of the person being quoted? and 2) concerning Vincent Foster death, does Mr. Aldrich really believe his death was a suicide or is he simply playing it safe? (Suggest people read the Christopher Ruddy reports on V. Foster's death.)

This book is a must read. If you get nightmares, too, well, so be it. Maybe then you'll know how precious and important our freedom is.

Aldrich's book shows the typical pattern of clinton's deceit
Gary Aldrich further exposed the Bill Clinton pattern of "investigate the allegations, but make sure you don't find any dirt". It was as frustrating to read about an FBI agent who was just trying to do his job as it is to read about an independent council & an Iraqi inspection team who are just trying to do their job today. Aldrich is very sincere and keeps the reader interested with such issues which include file tampering, Clinton's association w/ convicted felons, poor treatment of the permanent staff at the White house, and Hillary Clinton's own vindictive nature. This book is a must read for everybody who wants to know the truth about the Clinton White House.

The Truth is NOT relative!
This book provides every American with the information they need to properly evaluate the situation our country is in. The crimes, immorality, ethical bankruptcy and total disdain for what is right are brought to the forefront in this inciteful and absorbing book. Gary Aldrich gets my vote for American of the decade. How the liberal media has been able to suppress this information is beyond belief. It's about time that decent, hard working, responsible Americans took back our national government. Gary Aldrich makes it perfectly clear what can be expected when today's liberal democrats occupy the highest positions in the land. Once you pick up this book you won't want to put it down. Aldrich presents a clear and total picture of the goings-on in the White House. From a lack of respect for other human beings to illicit and perverse sexual behavior to crimes against the people of the United States, this book tells it all. Find out why so many unbelievable things have happened during the Clinton/Gore administration including outrageous breeches of national security and suspicious deaths. Beyond that, learn the lessons this book presents so that when you go to the polls in 2000 you won't make the same mistake again!


Mastering the Digital Marketplace : Practical Strategies for Competitiveness in the New Economy
Published in Hardcover by John Wiley & Sons (1999)
Author: Douglas F. Aldrich
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Aldrich's ideas help you escape traditional 1980s paradigms.
As an executive recruiter I work in an industry where many still operate under archaic concepts and attitudes. Aldrich's book made me realize the importance of preparing for a digitally-focused marketplace.

"Mastering the Digital Marketplace" is a comprehensive and fresh look at the fundamental principles and concepts that any middle or senior level manager must incorporate to succeed in the new millennium.

I thought the book included many interesting case studies that bore relevance to any business or industry. Aldrich did a fine job of explaining the changing dynamics that will force us to rethink our decisions on strategy and planning. And I didn't feel bogged down in techno-language even though the book is filled with detail and analysis.

As Aldrich stated, the future marketplace is "definitely a revolution not an evolution," and I strongly encourage any executive to make this book a must read. It certainly has opened my eyes to the possibilities, and I believe will help my business grow rather than become a 21st century casuality of the digital reformation.

Finally a long-term strategic approach to the digital econ.
Doug Aldrich highlights the fact that the digital economy is much more than just eCommerce or eBusiness, it is a revolutionary force that will alter the ways in which companies compete and collaborate to a degree never seen before. Many leading experts today point to symptoms of the change wrought by the new economy, but few have taken the time to understand the root causes as Doug has done here. Thought-provoking discussions around melding traditional containers and digital content, the time-value proposition, and an array of additional factors and forces - from transaction costs to the role of brands in the new economy - take the reader through forming a frame of reference for thinking about the new economy all the way to understanding the steps executives must take to transform their organizations into fast, nimble, proactive companies which are fully prepared to excel in the new marketplace. In summary, an interesting, engaging and relatively easy to read handbook for business executives interested in leading the companies of the future.

A valuable tool for your business library
As I encournter quite a large number of tech companies in my inudustry, it is critical that I have a full understanding of the new marketplace. The author does a great job of articulating the changing dynamics in the digital marketplace in an easy to read format. No matter what industry that you are in, this book will be a valuable tool for you.


Thy Will Be Done: The Conquest of the Amazon: Nelson Rockefeller and Evangelism in the Age of Oil
Published in Hardcover by HarperCollins (1995)
Authors: Gerard Colby, Charlotte Dennett, and Charlotte Dennett Colby
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A Terrible Book!
This is a highly distorted and poorly researched book written by liberals with an agenda. Readers should first see "Missionary Capitalist: Nelson Rockefeller in Venezuela"(2002).

The authors of "Thy Will Be Done" are examples of those described in "Guide to the Perfect Latin American Idiots" and "Useful Idiots: How Liberals Got it Wrong in the Cold War".

Thy will be done
This is one of the half dozen best books I have ever read. It answered a lot of questions as to how the power brokers operate. I found some answers to the Kennedy death.

A fantastic reference on who runs our world & how they do it
I agree with all the reviews above, especially the last writerwho said to buy it and keep it.

I would only add that the authorsof Thy Will Be Done did an outstanding job of illuminating the intense conflicts between the Kennedys and Rockefellers on almost every business and government issue. Each well-sourced fact paints a picture of how much Big Business, Big Oil and Big Banks hated the Kennedys.

Col. Fletcher Prouty (Man X in the JFK movie) and the makers of the movie Executive Action pointed to a cabal of Big Money as the group that set the JFK assassination machinery in motion. I have always thought this a plausible theory but it needed more facts to support it. Colby's book provides them, in bits and pieces, scattered througout its chapters without ever announcing any belief in a conspiracy to kill JFK.

Yet, when I finished the book, I had a much clearer picture of these Big Money fat cats sitting around, discussing matters of mutual interest, including the fate of the Kennedys. And, there, at the head of the table, sat the Rockefeller Brothers.

Anyone interested in finding out more should consider reading a book by Donald Gibson called Battling Wall Street: The Kennedy Presidency.


How to Sing
Published in Paperback by Dover Pubns (1993)
Authors: Lilli Lehmann and Richard Aldrich
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Not a Easy Read
Although Lilli Lehmann speaks English in this book, she uses bloated, way over the top words to make a point. If I have to get a dictionary out to understand teh lessons then i am wasting my time. (Bear in mind I have the copy without a translastion).

Because the book was hard to comprehend - my attention spand was cut short. I never made it past Chapter one.I did not like the book at all. A total WASTE of cash.

I need a book that is straight forward so I can learn how to sing correctly, instead of elaborate verbal piece of NOTHING.

"How To Sing" is About "How To Think Musically"
I have multiple copies of this great book, including a signed copy of the German first edition. Like the the professional singer who took some real time to analyse this book, I always want to keep a copy close by. ALthough I am just an amateur, I have found that the Great Scale has proved a godsend to my voice. NO BOOK can teach you how to sing -- otherwise the world would be full of Carusos and Lehmanns and Domingos -- but a book such as this can help you refine your thought process around voice production, dramatic presentation, etc. For me, reading the chapter on how Mme. Lehmann worked out her interpretations of lieder was extraordinarily enlightening. Even a novice can learn from that: especially when you listen to her fabulous recording of "Erlkoenig" and can hear how truly her writing reflects her actual interpretation of that wonderful lied. Lehmann's entire life was dedicated to music (she was also a gifted pianist although she never performed on stage) and the 2 editions of arias which she edited and scored for piano make a nice complement to this book. In sum, there is much food for thought here for professional and amateur and operaphile alike. Lehmann was noted for the intellectual validity of her interpretations as well as for her technique: we are fortunate that she left both a comprehensive vocal record and a solid, practical written guide.

How to Sing can help!
No book can teach a person how to sing--to sing requires intelligence, fortitude and a good teacher ultimately. If you are looking for a reference and many good thoughts about the subject during your studies, start with "How to Sing" by Lilli Lehmann. Mme. Lehmann's work, "Meine Gesangskunst," translated by R. Aldrich as "How To Sing" is complete in every respect. A word of caution: do NOT read the vowels as if they are in Italian or German--Mr. Aldrich translated EVERYTHING. Long A is as in the word "say" or "Hay", etc--read them as an American would read them. Realize also that her "Auxiliary" vowels are NOT sung as they are, but are merely part of the the MIXTURE--for instance, a long O (long as in the word LOW) contains the brightness of ee (as in three), ay as in say, etc--and these are her way of helping you to concentrate the voice forward--the goal of every true singer being resonance, brightness, the slight nasal quality (not nasal singing)and projection. Her great scale literally saved my voice (see pp. 95-100), and I have been using it exclusively twice daily for 3 years now with excellent results. Her sense of humor is European and refined, her outlook on art is timeless and her interpretations of songs such as Schubert's "Erlkoenig" will add a dimension not available elsewhere. While it may seem like a difficult book to comprehend, it is one that bears reading, re-reading and internalization. Naturally singing is an art that requires intelligence, fortitude and constant re-evalutation, and this book should be a part of any serious singer's library. Another reviewer stated she wished for a book that would teach her to sing--no book can do that, but what books can do is AID us in our studies. Do not rely too much on diagrams--Mme. Lehmann was writing at the end of her long career (her voice being at the end according to every report as lovely as ever--and her recordings, 1906-1907, made after a 40 year career on the major stages of the world at that time bring us a voice remarkably preserved and a technique that few if any ever attain), and as she herself said, the book is intended not only for singers but those who wish to understand the voice in all its particulars. Every singer must find her own instrument, technique and method over time--any teacher who promises a quick fix or fast method is deluding the student. Mme. Lehmann herself recommended a minimum of 3 years hard study before a student should even think of singing songs, and again, her method proved itself in the cases of several noted singers such as Olive Fremstat, Geraldine Farrar and others of note. Buy this book, study hard with a good teacher, take what you can and if possible, listen to the re-mastered versions of Mme. Lehmann's recordings. Go often to opera and concerts to hear the best singing available, and study, study and for a special treat, study some more. It is the only way to achieve anything worthwhile in this life. I have 3 copies of this book: one well worn and marked in, one less worn but read often, and an unmarked copy because I want to keep one handy at all times! My only regret: the original German is not available. Yes, singers must know other languages, and I am no exception to this rule (I sing French, German, Italian and Spanish at present). Buy the book, read it often, learn from the BEST! Remember: she sang herself under Wagner, Puccini, Verdi and other truly great composers and conductors. A truly intelligent singer will take what she likes and leave the rest of many sources--add Mme. Lehmann's sage advice and outlook, and you will be adding the best! Amazon.com can help with obtaining her recordings and the book--I ordered my recordings two years ago from Europe, (Amazon.de, the German branch) and they are obtainable more easily now through American Amazon.com. Again, I cannot recommend this book highly enough, and as one who has sung for 20 years in churches, synagogues(as acting cantor for 6 years every Sabbath, Festival and High Holiday service, some of which are 3 or more hours long!) and smaller theaters, I have had great success using Lehmann's teachings. I also would refer the reader to two other books available through Amazon.com: "Great Singers on Great Singing" by Jerome Hines, and "Great Singers on the Art of Singing" by Harriet Brower--Shirley Verret and Amelita Galli-Curcci used variations of the Great Scale of Lehmann throughout their careers, and in Brower's book there are several recommendations of Lehmann's art, one from Geraldine Farrar (who sang with Caruso) and the other being the account of "A Visit with Mme. Lehmann" by Ms. Brower. Remember: anything truly worth attaining will not come without work!


Intelligence and the War against Japan : Britain, America and the Politics of Secret Service
Published in Hardcover by Cambridge Univ Pr (Trd) (2000)
Author: Richard J. Aldrich
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Not the Best, But Necessary
This book comes under the heading of "necessary reading" for anyone seriously interested in the war against Japan in general, or in intelligence during that war. The general reader will find the going rather tough as the writing is not carried out in the classic story telling line. But the information content is good and, since there are precious few books on this subject available, it will have to do. Also, it is written mainly from the point of view of British Intelligence in the East and therefore offers some interesting takes on US Intelligence activity and the sometime stormy relationship that existed, not only between US and British intelligence interests, but also between the various British intelligence organizations, themselves. Revealing information, if not gripping reading.

Specialized Study of Secret Strivings
Having a long time interest in this subject, both vocational and avocational, I find this book to be a good summation of the conflicts generated by the varying war aims of the two major powers, that of FDR being to liberate captive nations, and that of Churchill to restore the empire, which of course, meant also setting the French and Dutch back in their old places. There is little reason to go into much detail here, the subject has been covered in other books such as Allies of A Kind and OSS in China (see my review on this site). One of the more interesting parts is when the Australians realized that even though they came to the aid of Britain in the Near East and Africa, when they needed help the British were unable to do so, and they had to turn eastward to the US as their principal ally and supplier. To sum up, the title indicates what this is -- a high level study at the governmental and theatre level and not a bunch of thrilling operational tales of behind the lines "sneak and peek."

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Spying is never for its own sake; people spy because other people want to know something. Any consideration of secret intelligence that does not set it firmly in the bureaucratic context of that gave it birth and which consumes its product, is misleading. Richard J. Aldrich understands this very well. Aldrich calls his territory "the missing dimension of our understanding of intelligence during the Second World War" ... There are two kinds of book about intelligence: those that view it from the ground level, telling spy stories and generally panning or praising intelligence services; and those that, eschewing the stories, view it from the top down as part of a wider strategy, and look at the requirements, politics and bureaucracy, assessments and the use of secret information. This well-written, well-researched and thoughtful book is an excellent example of the later. As a contribution to its subject - and to Second World War studies generally - it is at least important; it may be a landmark.

Alan Judd, The Telegraph, 8 April 2000

Earl Mountbatten of Burma narrowly escaped a Japanese plot to ambush and shoot down his aircraft over China during the second world war, according to a new book that discloses untold secrets about the intelligence war in the Far East ... The Mountbatten story is amongst a host of secrets brought to light by Richard Aldrich ... in Intelligence and the War Against Japan, to be published by Cambridge University Press next month. It discloses embarrassing proof that British and American Secret Services often competed instead of fighting the Japanese.

Michael Sheridan, Sunday Times, 27 January 2000

The distorted sense of priorities prevailing in the London War Rooms which condemned the foot-sloggers of the Burmese jungle campaign to being dubbed "the forgotten Army" was reflected in the war of Intelligence, as this important overview makes clear. The Far Eastern Intelligence War has been a closed chapter until relatively recently, with the opening of a certain amount of classified material in the Public Record Office augmenting a mass of top-secret files in the American National Archives ... As Richard Aldrich ... makes clear, a sharp division of long-term aims divided the Allies in this theatre - a fact excised from Churchill's war memoirs.

John Crossland, The Independent, 2 July 2000


Planting Growing Churches for the 21st Century: A Comprehensive Guide for New Churches and Those Desiring Renewal
Published in Paperback by Baker Book House (1998)
Authors: Aubrey Malphurs and Joe Aldrich
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Strengths and Weaknesses
The worksheets are helpful in applying what Malphurs has just covered. The book is loaded with practical hints and tips. The biggest drawback is that Malphurs relies too heavily on statistics that are questionable and cites some that contradict each other. By that I mean that he cites a statistic about 'Protestant' churches which includes Mormons and Jehovah's Witness. Instead I would recommend Stuart Murray's "Church Planting: Laying Foundations".

Nice how too ... but,
This is a good book for those who have no real idea about how to plant a church. It gives quite a few "to do" and "how to" lists, which is fine. Overall, however, I feel the author leaves the move of God out of the picture. You can dot all the "i's" and cross all the "t's", but if God's not in it, success isn't going to happen.

A Essential Book for Church Planters
Malphours lays out the key steps in planting a new church and guides the reader through each step with proven advice. Examples are given of different styles of church plants and questions for a planter to think through end each chapter.


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