This is one of those books which keeps on giving. By that I mean, out of shear excitement, I can't keep from loaning it out; and, likewise excited, the loanee can't seem to send it back home. I'm on my third copy as of writing this review (and there will be more gifts given after Amazon.com sends me another batch). That's OK by me; the more people that internalize this book, the better able the church will be to perform its chief end of worshipping God and enjoying Him forever. Warren Wiersbe has the Biblical grounding and knowledge of Church history and tradition to comprehensively explore this subject. Best of all, he seems to have the personal experience in worship to truly know whereof he speaks. As he would doubtless say (see chapter 11), the writing of this book constituted an act of worship and was obviously addressed with appropriate effort and fervor. The very reading of Real Worship induces one to put down the book in mid-page, contemplate the glory of God and, yes, to engage in impromptu praise and worship. Transforming indeed.

The trail that led me to this work started with "Fitting Statistical Distributions: The Generalized Lambda Distribution and Generalized Bootstrap Methods by Zaven A. Karian, Edward J. Dudewicz". Working through Karian & Dudewicz's tome recalled to mind the maddening effort I went through to switch my mental framework when first learning Object Oriented Programming. Some other "[Oldies]" might remember the transition difficulties from "Regular Programming" to OOP. Eventually it "just clicked" and I was left to wonder what in blazes was my problem. Well, thinking about probability distributions in terms of Quantile Functions rather than the "Regular Way" was sorta the same thing. Finally, it "just clicked". Gilchrist's book on Quantile Functions is very carefully written because I suspect he understands that Quantile Functions, for many, initially seem like a bass-ackward way of looking at PDFs. The Quantile approach allows, to my mind, a much more "algebraic" approach wherein Distributions can be multiplied, added, etc. resulting in something that resembles (loosely) a field. I have several books which list dozens and dozens of different distributions and their properties using "the old approach" - much like a cookbook. Via Quantile Function methodology that all seems rather primitive and disorganized. Now I KNOW from whence,how, and why the GLD came; as well as all the other Flora and Fauna in the "Distribution Zoo". To paraphrase "Morpheus" - "Nobody can tell you what the Quantile Function Approach is - you have to see it for yourself."

Folk artist Warren Kimble's works are displayed in a well-rounded title which supplements biographical information and interviews with the living artist with examples of his works and insights on his artistic techniques. It's unusual to find an art presentation which includes step-by-step suggestions for understanding some of the basic techniques involved: Warren Kimble: American Folk Artist holds everything under one cover.

This was the best book on ADD my wife and I have read. It not only explained ADD in understandable terms, it also provided us with practical ways to help our child succeed at school, at church, and in society. We appreciated the examples given because they enabled us to explain our situation to others in ways that help others (family and friends) to understand that ADD is not a curse and that an ADD child is not damaged goods. This is a must-read for anyone related in any way to someone with ADD.

Some leaders I would follow, others leave me high and dry; what a fun task- interviewing leaders....

I was totally motivated in reading this very comprehensive book. I felt my purpose in life was revived after many years of suffering a busy yet empty life. Now I have found what specific personal interests and career to pursue and my skills and abilities are already showing up. I have evaluated myself on every level and decided on a new set of values to follow. I'm a new man. And I believe now that I too can be a leader in what I love to do. So I recommend this book to my family and my business partners and customer. You will be definitely motivated and shown exactly how to lead a better life by reading this book.

I'm a CEO and found this book so inspiring and empowering for every part of my life and work, that I have given it to my executive team, staff, customers, business associates and friends. There are all kinds of good ideas for running a successful company and really any organization large and small, including non profit and community groups. This book helped me get on track with my vision, our company mission, and accomplishing what we set out to do. Many leaders in this book are great examples to follow and they become your mentors. Rare it is to find such a positive helpful book. We should encourage college kids to read this too, so they start early knowing how to be a leader and follow their life path.

Laura Rittenhouse has done us all a great favour in her book "Do Business with People you can Trust". It should be required reading for all CEO's and corporate communicators. At last we can see the propects for creating shareholder value by full and honest disclosure and she has created a useful technique for assessing the value (or lack of it)implicit in the shareholder letters published by CEOs.
All those who have had the uneviable task of writing reports or letters to shareholders know the temptations of the fashionable phrase or the piece of internal jargon. They are easy to write and get the job done - but we should all learn to stand back and ask "exactly what does that mean?"
Disclosure requirements are increasing in all countries but no amount of rules or legislation will prevent the use of meaningless phrases or words. The author helps us understand what works and what doesn't.
I only have two suggestions for improvement. First, I think we are benefiting here in the UK from additional disclosures about risk management and many companies are now reporting on the major risks they are taking and how they manage them. More on that would have been helpful. Second, She has focused on the "goodies" strongly represented by Berkshire Hathaway, and the "baddies" represented by Enron. The emphasis on these two companies is heavy and I would have preferred something a little more balanced.
Other than that I enjoyed the book immensely, it is well and intelligently written with a mischievous sense of humour. I hope Ms Rittenhouse will persevere with her theme and continue her analysis for an update in a year or so.

Drawing on examples from extreme ends of ethical spectrum in todays's bussiness world--Berkshire Hathaways and Enron--Ms. Rittenhouse puts forth a compelling argument about the benefits of remaining principled in one's business dealings.

Thanks to this book, I no longer believe that good CEOs must live in an ethical gray area in order to turn a profit in today's business world. This book should be the basis for a complete reevaluation of current accepted business practices.

The author also illustrates how an average person can thoughtfully gauge the ethics of a company through careful analysis of its annual report.

Bravo Ms. Rittenhouse!

The arrogance, greed, and disregard for shareholders so openly displayed recently by a few corporate managers has a negative
impact on the public's faith in what is still the best economic system in the world. Such behavior, if tolerated, can become very
damaging to our system over the long term. It must be reined in at some point and "Doing Business with People You Can Trust" is a
meaningful step in that direction and puts one more nail in their coffin. Everyone who is serious about investing should read this
book!

Several very respected persons in the investment world such as John Bogle, Warren Buffett, Benjamin Graham and a few others
have hammered away for years, both in their speeches and writings, about the very subject of this book. Ms. Rittenhouse has
performed a Yeoman's service bringing to the forefront, clearly and concisely, a subject that has been an irritant to the ethical
investment community for years.

Many respected individuals like those mentioned above, Philip Fisher, and others have consistently attacked the subject of
dishonesty, lack of concern for shareholders, and the incompetence of management, at various times. This may be the first volume
that has been written entirely on the subject, however, and that alone makes it the worthwhile work that it is. I sincerely hope that
the investing public will take the subject of writing to heart and demand a better accounting from corporate management from now on
than they did during the "bubble" years of the '90's.

This book was a very sad one inasmuch as Bobby's mom couldn't accept him for who and what he was so he ended up killing himself in a most horrific way! The story goes on to tell of the mother's strong religious background, and how she at first used it against not accepting Bobby. It was a hard lesson to learn for the family involved to say the least.

Once Mary, his mother, got past the issues of Bobby's soul going to heaven or not, and all of her grief, (at least some of it), she sets out about to help in the gay community, and helps set up programs to help other gay youngsters as Bobby was.

This book is a must read for many people. Especially if you have a gay loved one in your own family.

Author Leroy Aarons chroniles Betty Griffith's journey after the suicide death of her gay son, Bobby. While some readers may claim that this book is "too sad and depressing" I actually found it filled with hope, as I saw Mary's 180 degree turn and transformation from Prebysterian religious fundalmentalist to a woman who questions the church's position on homosexuality. Simply put it is not God who finds fault with homosexuality. It is more those that interpret the Bible and their interpretations on it. This is one book that I wish more people would read, because I think their is something here for everyone, given the current political nature of this country. Readers of this book may never know all the reason why Bobby Griffith took his life, but we can hope that out of his death many lives can be saved.

As a gay male who's life partner was raised by deeply religious parents, Bobby's story hit very close to home. Though my life partner survived, the scars run deep. This novel so vividly points out the difference between hardcore religion and true spirituality. It has further proven to me that the Bible is a book of MAN'S "interpretation" of God's words. I believe Bobby has moved on to a peaceful existence because his mother believes that as well. What a triumphant story of one woman's struggle to realize that God is LOVE; that God is not rules, rituals or punishment. Thank you, Mary, for following your heart!

I applaud Bobby's mother for all her efforts on behalf of gays and lesbians who still face unrelenting prejudice and ignorance sadly disguised as "religion" and "spirituality". This book reaffirms the power of the soul and the beauty that results from truly listening and opening up to the meaning of love. It's sad that Mary didn't realize it while Bobby was still alive, but his spirit lives on in a wonderfully rendered memoir that hopefully is saving countless other Bobbys even as I write this.

The book was interesting and reasonably complete. It was well-written for a target audience of parents and teachers of ADD kids and offered a broader perspective on what ADD is than many books. The book's principal weakness pertains to its discussion of the legal issues surrounding ADD and educational accommodations. While the discussion of IDEA was exceptionally thorough and complete, there was no mention whatsoever of Section 504 laws or accommodation plans. With many parents and school districts reluctant to implement special ed services for ADD, Section 504 plans have proven to be a godsend for parents in getting schools to flex to the needs of their ADD children without having to implement special services or IEPs. I would recommend the book with this one caveat.

I refer to this book often. It provides very helpful information about diagnosing and dealing with children with ADD/ADHD. When my child was first diagnosed as ADD, this book helped me realize that it was a fair diagnosis. Every time I get frustrated with the way teachers deal with him, or need to be reminded about all the implications of his being ADD, this is the book I read. I understand that there is a revised edition coming out soon. I plan to get it as soon as it is out. Dr. Umansky provides professional information with personal stories as examples, which make the book accessible to parents and professionals.

THIS WAS THE FIRST BOOK ON ADD THAT I PURCHASED AFTER MY SON WAS DIAGNOSED. IT HELPED ME AND MY HUSBAND TO UNDERSTAND OUR SON'S CONDITION AND GAVE US TOOLS TO HELP HIM. I ALSO GAVE THIS BOOK TO HIS TEACHERS AND IT GAVE THEM ALOT OF INSIGHT AS WELL. UNLESS THERE IS MANDATORY TRAINING FOR TEACHERS IT'S UP TO US TO MAKE SCHOOL AN AS POSITIVE EXPEREANCE AS POSIBLE FOR OUR CHILDREN AND THIS BOOK IS ONE WAY.

This book is good, but do not expect it to be an easy read. Although I did enjoy reading this book...no doubt about it, I would suggest Peter Lynch as an introductory author. I would leave this one for moderately educated investors. If that is what you truly are...you will find many of his ideas go against the grain of typical Wall Street wisdom. If you are like me you will understand why those that follow his teachings usually beat the "street" by some margin...but there are no easy, get rich quick schemes found here either. Warren Buffett follows a portion of what is found in this book & for me that was a good enough reason to purchase it. If you are ready for an advanced version similar to this book read the Classic 1934--Security Analysis.

The Intelligent Investor by Benjamin Graham is a classic.  Considered by many to be the father of value investing and modern security analysis,  Benjamin Graham started working on Wall Street in 1914, a time when portfolio management was based more on unsupportable impressions and inside information.  Benjamin Graham brought a disciplined and intelligent approach to the profession.

After reading The Intelligent Investor in his senior year at the University of Nebraska, Warren Buffett was so impressed that he traveled to New York to study with Benjamin Graham at Columbia University.  Warren Buffett once said that he was "15 percent (Philip) Fisher and 85 percent Benjamin Graham."  The training that Warren Buffett received from Benjamin Graham was critical to his success.  If you read this book, you'll know why.

The Intelligent Investor's emphasis is on investment principles and investors' attitudes.  Several comparisons of specific securities are included to demonstrate important elements in security selection.  The book provides a guide to avoiding the loss of investment capital as well as identifying securities which are likely to provide superior returns with a margin of safety.

This is a highly worthwhile read for the budding value investor, but not for the reasons stockpickers might anticipate. Whereas I expected to collect an arsenal of value-clinching techniques --there are a few of those-- from Graham through this text, what 'The Intelligent Investor' does best is offer a historical perspective to nutty stock-market valuations. Some readers complain about how dated the text is, but Ben Graham was writing for an audience witnessing the popping equity market bubble of the late sixties. The pop was no accident. Just recognizing the parallels between the high-flyers of that decade and those of our current market make this worthwhile reading. Also, Buffett's lecture in the appendix ("The Superinvestors of Graham & Doddsville") is itself worth the price of the book. But there is much else in here that is worthwhile to the patient reader, who will likely return to Graham's ideas time and again in his/her investment career.

As for using this book for design - I would say that it is marginal at best. If you happen to use Aspen and do everything using a process simulator, this book is pretty good. From and economics/costing standpoint, this book doesn't even come close to Peters & Timmerhaus. Does not have much of a discussion on material selection - a definite drawback. It does include a nice appendix on design heuristics that draws from Walas and other sources.

This book is really good for process engineers. I don't know if there is a different edition of the one I have but there's little about CHEMCAD, the book is too focused on other simulation softwares and if you don't have one of those; solving some proposed problems gets really difficult and frustating. Packed with heuriustics on process and equipment design.Excellent choice!

Covering the main topics in chemical process synthesis an design, this book present a broad view of the state of the art techniques and methods to achieve an optimum design.

With this work, Dr. Seider, et al, have given an invaluable contribution to the teaching of this field, presenting a logical an principle based approach for the "basic plant design", in contrast to the experience based traditional view.

Focusing on the extensive use of commercial process simulators, the book presents an overview of the conceptual basis of process simulation and optimization,but not its mathematical detail, giving the engineer the opportunity to focus on the process instead of focus on the mathematical and computational problem.