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The man who kept the secrets : Richard Helms & the CIA
Published in Unknown Binding by Knopf ()
Author: Thomas Powers
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Fascinating history
This is a fascinating book which provides insight into Richard Helms and the CIA's activities from the end of WW II through the seventies, including revelations on Watergate, Chile, Iraq, Cuban Missile Crisis, Castro, Bay of Pigs, and the presidents of that time.
The book goes on at length discussing when, to whom in Congress, and about what, the CIA may lie.
The book's faults are that it assumes too much historical knowledge of the reader, and a bit too much flitting back and forth time-wise.


Monarch 2, Dornier 335 Arrow
Published in Hardcover by Monogram Aviation Publishing (16 January, 1998)
Authors: J. Richard Smith, Creek, Hitchcock, and Thomas H. Hitchcock
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Monogram does it again
A title well in the style of other Monogram publications: authoritative, well researched, splendid photos. Great job there. However, the usual flaws also appear: wrong picture captions, excessive repetitions text-caption and the like. Altogether, a must have for any WWII aviation buff, especially modellers. Lots of details to build that dust gathering (Monogram 1/48?) Do335 to a contest winner.


The New Work of the Nonprofit Board
Published in Digital by Harvard Business School Press (28 June, 2003)
Authors: Barbara E. Taylor, Richard P. Chait, and Thomas P. Holland
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Moving non profit governance on
In this book the authors have taken a fresh look at the conventional wisdom of non profit governance. moving the debate on from the classic boards must govern and mamagement must mange divide. They provide useful insights into a more dynamic and flexible relationship. A good read.

There is however need for more guidance on implementing the model.


Newport Mansions: The Gilded Age
Published in Hardcover by Foremost Publishing (1982)
Authors: Richard Cheek, Thomas Gannon, and Tom Gannon
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Beautiful Photograph
I purchased this book at the Newport Historical Society on a recent daytrip. If you are interested in the mansions, this book describes the interior, exterior, occupants, and how they were built. The photography is amazing, and allows you to take a closer look than the tours. If you've ever been in the breakers, the famous Vanderbilt home, it's too overwhelming to take it all in as you're inside, and the book is a helpful resource. I wish it covered some of the mansions not perserved by the socitety, but I suppose since some on Bellevue are still family homes (!!) this would explain some obvious exclusions.


Operations Management: Continuous Improvement
Published in Hardcover by Irwin Professional Publishing (1994)
Authors: Carl P. Zeithaml, Thomas Bateman, and Richard J. Schonberger
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A very thorough workwook
This is a thorough overview on operations management. It's usefull and remarkable but lacks a deeper mathematical analysis in some issues and oversupply cases to work on (without solutions or guidelines). I have read the international student edition.


Pirone's Tree Maintenance
Published in Hardcover by Oxford University Press (2000)
Authors: John Richard Hartman, Thomas P. Pirone, Mary Ann Sall, and Pascal Pompey Maintenance of Shade and Ornamental Trees Pirone
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Practical introduction for the novice arborist
This classic text gives a broad introduction to the field of tree management, including common health problems associated with trees and practical advice for solving them. It is an excellent primer for the novice arborist.


The Politics of the Presidency
Published in Paperback by Congressional Quarterly Books (Sd) (1994)
Authors: Norman C. Thomas, Joseph A. Pika, and Richard A. Watson
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A good overview of the changing face of the Am. Presidency
I have this book as a text for a political science class I'm taking at the Rochester Institute of Technology. Though a bit pricey at $40, I truly find this a solid read. It should be appropriate for all levels of reader, though it seems to be geared towards those with at least basic knowledge of the American political system.


The Puritans on the Lord's Supper
Published in Hardcover by Soli Deo Gloria Pubns (2003)
Authors: Richard Vines, Edmund Calamy, Thomas Wadsworth, Joseph Alleine, Thomas Watson, and Don Kistler
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Sermons by American and British Puritan on The Lord's Table
This Book by Sola Deo Gloria publishers is a great overview of some important Puritan Pastors and their thoughts on the sacrament of the Lord's Table. Each Puritan author uses scripture as his model and authrority for their view and pastoral appliaction of the ministry of the Lord's Table in the life of the Christian. This is a valuable resource to gain insight into the Reformed Protestant tradtion and the high view it has on the Lord's Table. Topics such as who should have access to the Table, the scriptural presence of Christ at the Table, and personal preparation for the Lord's Table are dealt with.


Revenge of the Christmas Box: A Parody
Published in Hardcover by Newstar Pr (1996)
Authors: C. E. Crimmins, Tom Maeder, and Thomas Maeder
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Irreverent, but fun
As the author of The Christmas Box, I found the parody irreverent at times but, on the whole, a lot of fun.


Richard Aldington and Lawrence of Arabia: A Cautionary Tale
Published in Hardcover by Southern Illinois Univ Pr (Trd) (1998)
Author: Fred D. Crawford
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Insight on one of T.E.L's greatest critics
This is a nice book. Describes how stuborne T.E.L's friends were when any critic wanted to publish anything that contradicted their belifes. Mostly just a combination of the letters Aldington and others wrote while he was trying to publish his book on T.E.L.


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