I teach a class for the University of California in their Web/IP Engineering program. I use this book as one of my texts because it's cross-platform and it has enough technical detail to really explain the complex art of optimizing a site. It's 1999 but the book is still relevant!

this book really helped me a lot with setting up my personal and company web sites. read this book, it will make your day!

This book details the behind the scenes look at the making of Dick Tracy. IT shows how Warren Beatty came up with the idea to take the comic strip and transfer it to the big screen. How he had to make the Universal Studios backlot look like a comic strip world, and the intense casting and choreography that came with the job. The intriguing special and visual effects and just how difficult it was to come up with some of the costumes and film some of the effects shots. It was a very long drawn out process for everyone involved, but it paid off very well in the end as the film became one of the top box-office grossing films of 1990. This book is definitely interesting to read especially if you're into wanting to know how movies are made and the techniques used. This book covers all the bases, and I give it an A+!!!

This is a story told in modern day happenings. It's full of the complex joys and happenings of real people. Never have I seen such a dramatic story line. Two people in love, with each one willing to do whatever it takes to stay together. However, he is taken into custody and about to be sent to Prison. She does not believe his guilt but what about him? What does he know that he's hiding? Only one other person knows the truth. Yes, this book will keep you guessing right up to the last moment. Enjoy.

If there is a common theme that ties together the essays in this book it is what might be termed as Nietzsche's "ironical aesthetics" (or "aesthetic irony," to state the flip). Essays are included by Tracy B. Strong, Michael Allen Gillespie, Sarah Kofman, and Hans-Georg Gadamer, among others. My favorite essay in the book is Sarah Kofman's "Baubo: Theological Perversion and Fetishism" (available nowhere else in English, as far as I know), which alone justifies the price of the book.

I bought the 1st novel in the Dragonlance Chronicles. I read it. I became the biggest fan of Dragonlance and now I try to keep up with every new book Weis & Hickman writes. They're just GREAT!!! I never enjoyed so much reading a book! I LOVE this series! You start reading and get into a so magical and exciting world... you'll never want to stop reading! It has what every book should have: beautiful descriptions of places, characters.. it is EXCITING... it is funny... I just wish Maragaret & Tracy will keep writing great books as the Dragonlance Chronicles. By the way: if you play AD&D and haven't read the Chronicles yet - be ashamed!!! It's the mother of all fantasy books! Tolkien has some serious competition here! I TRUELY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK. Email me if you have doubts..

When I was in 5th grade, I picked up my first DL book, Dragons of Autum Twilight. I wasn't much of a reader, meaning I thought books were boring. Then came my friend and suggested that I read these books. Needless to say, I couldn't put them down. Now some 12 or 13 years later and after countless hours of reading, I still have to find a book that even comes close. I haven't read these three books in a long time, but now that I have found this site, you can be assured that I will read them once again and agian. I myself have turned many people on to these books and they all feel the same way that I, and many other people do. If you are reading this and have not yet read the trilogy, stop right now and go to your nearest bookstore and try to find them, or order from here. You will not regret it.

Dragonlance is by far the most obsessively wonderous and complex series I've seen. It was (and still is) a great honor (saluris?) to experience the environment of Krynn. I found myself reading the entire histories of all the characters (just finished tying Theros in with Chronicle I) and staring at the atlas, making minor additions such as Mudhole in the East Warrens of Thorbardin. My compliments to Fonstad, by the way. This series, in its entirety, is a must read for anyone who has imagination enough to dream. I can never type the words to do this story justice, however, I will say that the words flow like thought, the depth of characters is unbelievably accute, and in the books that branch off from the Chronicles, so far, I have only found one singular disparity in the entire series. Chronicle I, page 317, lines 9-11. (refer to Kindred Spirits, Meetings Vol.1.) That's probably sad to be able to spot that, but that is how this compelling story grips and doesn't let go. Thank you Weis and Hickman.

Although I was a highly qualified applicant a year ago, I didn't know the real "tricks" to getting into a Ph.D. program. Therefore, I was rejected by all 10 programs to which I applied. After finding this book (thank you, thank you, thank you to the authors!) and following its instructions, I have received 3 offers and will begin attending Columbia's clinical psychology program this fall. Hooray!

Sayette, Mayne, and Norcross provide the prospective graduate student with a wealth of concise and valuable information all in a single source. The book not only provides would-be clinical and counseling psychologists with a detailed description of crucial information for every accredited program in the country but also detailed advice to help the reader gain admission. This book could be the difference between acceptance and rejection. While brutally honest in its assessment of candidate credentials, the book supplies invaluable advice as to how to improve your qualifications. There is light at the end of the tunnel. This book is a must have for anyone planning on applying to clinical or counseling doctoral programs. It's tylenol for your application headache. Spread the word.

I am a graduate student in a top-notch clinical psychology Ph.D. program. I used this book extensively and found it to be very helpful. It is a "must-buy." However, readers should be aware that it CANNOT substitute for individual advice tailored to your particular interests from someone who both knows about graduate school in psychology and knows you as well. Also be aware that the individual program information, while reasonably accurate, changes very quickly. Use the guide first to identify a fairly large group of programs you're interested in. Then request information from those programs. That having been said, the book is a tremendous resource and worth more than its weight in gold.

This is a work of both high and low fantasy, marking the beginning of a remarkable 6-book tale (the Chronicles Trilogy, followed by the even more magnificent Legends Trilogy), which greatly increased the interest in the Dungeons & Dragons game throughout the 1980's. (And here in 2001, it's still being read . . .) It certainly does contain more than a few stock fantasy elements (e.g. dragons, elves, dwarves, an unlikely group of friends somehow being chosen to stop the conquest of Evil . . .). However, the straightforward, simple way in which the tale is told and (even more so) the distinct, "real" nature of (most of) its characters set it apart from the paperback fantasy pack.

(Another wonderful aspect of the trilogy is the title sequence: autumn twilight, winter night, spring dawning. Why? Because this is the timeless pattern of fantasy tales: the strengthening of Evil compels weakened and bickering good forces to unite and strengthen, to become Good so that the glory of life may continue--weakness to death to resurrection, as with each turning year, as with us . . .)

Who can forget the irrepresible Tasslehoff, the conflicted Tanis Half-Elven, or the cynical, amibitious Raistlin as they strive to carry word of the ancient, true gods to a war-torn land? Some of the other companions (particularly Sturm and Riverwind) are a little bland in comparison, and the comic relief with the gully dwarves and the magician Fizban is sometimes too modern-feeling and cute (like the ewoks in Return of the Jedi).

Nonetheless, this series is worthwhile reading for the fantasy fan, often resounding with the true voice of a legend (greatly assisted by splendid songs and poetry throughout), leading onward into the heart of story (as one of the poems proclaims).

This is _the_ book that spawned a saga of over 80 books to date. Being a New York Times Bestseller, the quality of the book should be self-explanatory.

The story is set in a world of Krynn, a somewhat peaceful world with magic. As the story progresses, it becomes apparent that an evil force is stirring up in the northern lands. The people believe gods are gone, and now worship a new set of gods. Anyway, enough of the intro.. you'll enjoy much more when you read the book yourself.

The characters are very well developed. All the characters have a detailed past, which explain why they act that way towards the other characters. While they never seem to completely get along, they always work things out.

This fantasy novel is not just killing and fighting against evil. There is humor, sadness, and romance. The humor comes from the kender (an annoying race) named Tasslehoff Burrfoot, who always finds the fun part of an otherwise very frightening or dangerous scene. A magician you'll meet later on in the book also provides good comic relief.

The authors, Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman, have created a great world for more than enough room for the storyline to progress and expand. The history is rich, and evil is abundant.

This book is the first in a trilogy that started it all. If you are a fantasy reader, you can relate the quality of this book to the likes of Philip Pullman, Terry Goodkind, Robert Jordan, and of course, J.R.R. Tolkien. If you aren't a fantasy reader, this can be an excellent book to start with. If you want more, go ahead - there's over 80 books in the saga, with at least seven of them from Weis & Hickman.

I have to admit I was a little reluctant to read this book.
I've had a little prejudice toward books based on gaming but now after reading this masterpiece, I'm hooked on dragonlance!Weis and Hickman have successfully transported me to the world of Krynn.When I first started the book, I thought this would be quick undemanding tolkenish fantasy read with your humans,dwarves and elves battling against evil.I was wrong! Weis and Hickman's novel, Dragons of Autumn Twilight is more complex than that.You have a diverse group of friends: Tanis-the noble half elf/half human who is a great leader and who is torn between two women: warrior maiden, Kitiara and elfwoman, Laurana.
Sturm Brightblade-the knight of Solamnia who seeks to bring back honor to knighthood.Flint Fireforge, the gruff but lovable dwarf.
Caramon-the giant warrior with the heart of gold.Tasslehoff Burrfoot-the comical kender and last but not least, Raistlin.
Caramon's dark twin brother who is powerful but secretive mage.These heroes come together in what they thought would be a peaceful homecoming but instead they meet up chieftain's daughter, Goldmoon and her lover Riverwind.Goldmoon carries a powerful blue crystal staff with awesome magical powers.These heroes soon find themselves battling sinister draconian soldiers and terrifying dragons to save their homeland from a invasion from evil minions of the queen of darkness! The authors have created a stirring saga of loyality of friendship.The passion of true love and passionate fight against evil.The world building skills are considerable as you get a history lesson of this beautiful but troubled world.A the complexity of characterizations are outstanding.Characters like Raistlin, the dark mage who quiet and who seeks power through spells even after his obession destroys his body and distances himself from his friends and Tanis a quiet but effective leader who can lead his friends into battle but cannot make decisions of the heart.This novel also has scenes of fierce battles, witty bantering between tass and Flint and touching romance between Goldmoon and Rivewind.A unforgettable saga of adventure awaits you in this book so turn the first page and be enthralled!

This trilogy was actually the very first set of books I ever purchased. It got me hooked immediately to the fantasy genre. I don't claim to be any expert especially during the time I first read this third volume, but I must say that it is one of the best out there. It is not your a-typical conclusion to a good vs. evil plot. It left me with a feeling of, the best word I can think of to describe it, contentment. It had a sense of closure, but at the same time it makes you excited for more.

Every page was/is a new twist, a new turn to the story. It never fails to grab your attention and make you want to get to the next page NOW! I believe I've read this book, and the previous two, at least 20 times throughout the years, and it just gets better every time.

From Raisltin's fate (or the beginning of it) to Tanis' realization of his true feelings at the end of this volume, it lets you feel like you're a part of what's going on and enables you to relate and feel for the characters. If you've never read this book or the Chronicles trilogy and you consider yourself a true fan of fantasy, then consider this an awakening.

I remember staying up ALL night until like 2:00 or 3:00 in the morning to finish this novel. This brings many threads and questions/mysteries from the first two novels (see my reviews of other Dragonlance and fantasy stuff, incl. Dragons of Autumn Twilight and Dragons of Winter Night) to a close. You find out the mysteries of what exactly the Green Gemstone man and why he's important and what happens to Raistlin. Also this epic fleshes out Raistlin to be the amazing character he is, portrayed at the end as one with way more influence and power than any of us thought. Also relationships triangle Tanis-Kit-Lauranana will end with Tanis choosing one over the other. I wont exactly spoil any of it for you. This saga has an excellent ending where divine influence is involved and brings about closure but raises new and exciting questions and mysterious on the world of Krynn. After this comes the Legends Trilogy (Time of the Twins, War of the Twins, Test of the Twins) which is just as amazing as Chronicles. If you read both Dragons of Autumn Twilight and Dragons of Winter Night you MUST buy this book!

Dragons of Spring Dawning is the final book in the Chronicles Trilogy. It ties up all the the loose ends that have been floating around, and creates some more that become the Legends Trilogy. This book sees the death of another of our friends, and the final epic battle of good and evil. Except, the good guys and the bad guys don't always do what we expect. Tanis is in love with two women, which one will he choose. What else is Raistlin willing to sacrifice for power? Will evil come into the world forever, or can goodness prevail? All these questions are answered. I loved this book, it is what all the other stories have built towards. And at the end, saying good-bye to our friends, some of them forever, it is hard. But we can alwasy start over at the begining, or read the other 200 books that are set in the Dragonlance world. There is something special, however, about the Chronicles. These books are worth the time you invest, and should be on any self-respecting fantasy lover's bookshelf.

A reviewer once described Dragonlance Chronicles as "Something to read after Tolkien." I couldn't have said it better myself - Weis and Hickman's work is THE classic of the fantasy genre next to Mr. Tolkien himself.

The story begins with the reunion of lifelong friends 5 years to the day after their last meeting. The world of Krynn is in a time of relative peace, the Cataclysm War having recently ended. Each companion meets back at the The Inn of The Last Home with stories to tell, treasures to boast of, and memories to relect on. But it is not long before the cozy ambiance is sharply pierced as the party is sucked into a plot of good versus evil that will change their lives forever...

Dragonlance may sound like a typical fantasy book, but that is because it DEFINED the fantasy genre over 15 years ago. It set the standard for the grumpy dwarf, the confused leader, and the sexy barmaid; countless writers have tried and failed to emulate the formula quite so well. I have personally read the trilogy three time and am still thirsty for more. In fact, Dragonlance is a much more readable book than The Lord of The Rings. The action is non-stop and each character has his own unique personality and traits. The massive length of Chronicles may seem daunting but to me it is one of the few books that justifies it. My only regret having been an illiterate 1-year-old when the first book, Dragons of Auntumn Twighlight, came out in 1984.

Concerning this annotated version specifically, Weis and Hickman do a decent job of rekindling the magic of Dragonlance. There are plenty of interesting comments on the page borders in the beginning and the end but toward the middle, the authors seem to lose steam. Also, BE WARNED, there are actually blaten spoilers within the authors' comments. I guess they assume all their readers are returners but for those who want to get into Dragonlance for the first time, reading this edition will be hazardous.

Dragonlance: The Annotated Chronicles by Margret Weis and Tracy Hickman is a fantasy classic packaged with a beutiful dust jacket and a handsome hardback binding. No price is too high for this amazing work, so please, come into the Dragonlance world.

The fantasy classic is back, and now it is even better. For those who haven't read it before, this is the perfect volume to get into the dragonlance series.

The main portion of the books are concerned with a band of adventurers at the coming of the Dark Queen. Surprisingly, these heroes are not infallible and have an amazing depth for "good" characters in fantasy novels.

The plot is an intricate tangle of people and places, as varied as those in our world. Weis and Hickman do a masterful job of creating a fantasy world, coming close to the complexity and color in Tolkien's LOTR novels.

Alone, these books are stunning. The annotations, however, make this book a masterpiece. They are funny, informative, and interesting. Weis and Hickman give you there side of the story, and their exposition seem to make the characters more real.

As you can tell from the length of the book, though, Weis and Hickman are unfortuantely quite long-winded. For those who need a quick read with a clean and concise storyline, choose another book. But for those who enjoyed the gradual building of LOTR over 3 books, I will guarantee that you will not be able to put this book down.

A great read-I thoroughly reccomend it.

I hadn't read the Chronicles in several years before picking this up, and I was pleased to find that my fond memories of the books that began the Dragonlance saga weren't simply nostalgia. This is a strong story, set in a believable world with unforgettable characters who seem to me like long-lost friends.

This new edition of the Chronicles adds a great deal of commentary from the authors and from other members of the Dragonlance design team. Their annotations add a new depth to the novels, expanding on bits of backstory that were only hinted at in the original text, explaining where they got their inspiration for certain characters and events, providing insight into all aspects of the writing experience. Many of these notes are very interesting, and some are hilarious. My favorite was Weis and Hickman's little argument about Elistan at the beginning of the second book, which I won't spoil for you!

A bit of advice, though, to anyone new to Dragonlance. Be a little wary of the annotations if you've never read the books before, as they will sometimes reveal things that happen later in the story, and nothing's worse than having a book spoiled for you. It's probably better to read through without reading the annotations first.

Now, if only they'd come out with an Annotated Legends...

(EDIT: 21 Feb 2003) For those interested, the Annotated Legends is, in fact, in progress, and is scheduled to be released sometime around September - October [...]. I certainly can't wait!