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Pigs have wings is one of the best books I have read, because it so funny. The way the characters are many times spaced out and the way they act on their stupidity, mostly the way P.G. Wodehouse makes fun of characters. Pigs have wings, is about competition between two pigs for the fattest pig class. They try to steal each other's pig, and the Empress (the name of the hero's pig) has been the winner of this class for two years in a row. All this is tied with some knotted yet silly love relationships. But the way Wodehouse makes fun of it is so funny that you will laugh untill tears start pouring down.

A great and entertaining read. I highly recommend it. It's one of P.G. Wodehouse's best in my opinion. Life at Blandings castle
is like paradise!

In typical Wodehouse fashion, this is a comical story with many hilarious twists and turns. I found myself laughing aloud in many places. Simply put, if you like Wodehouse and especially the Blandings Castle series, you like this book. It is one of the later "chronicles" of Blandings Castle, but it would be a good read for anyone--even those unfamiliar with Lord Emsworth. This is a great book, and author, for those who enjoy light, comical novels.

P.G. Wodehouse was the 20th century's answer to William Shakespeare reproduced as musical comedy. In Pigs Have Wings, Mr. Wodehouse produced one of his very best efforts.

As usual, the themes involve a satire of romantic love, miscommunications between the sexes, the vapid interests of the titled class, and the silliness of people in general.

As the book opens, Clarence, ninth Earl of Emsworth finds himself faced with a threat to the supremacy of his pig, Empress of Blandings, in the Fat Pigs class at the Shropshire Agricultural Show. Sir Gregory Parsloe-Parsloe, Bart, of Matchingham Hall, had already hired away Clarence's pig handler, George Cyril Wellbeloved . . . and Clarence is sure that some new skullduggery will soon follow. As the story develops, we find that it's all too true. Soon both pig camps are doing their best to knobble the other man's pig. With everyone else having a bet on the outcome, many other people are soon engaged in trying to sabotage one pig or the other. It's the most pignapping fun caper you can imagine!

In the background, we have all sorts of people who've become engaged to totally unsuitable people on the rebound from slights they feel from the one they really love. P.G. Wodehouse does a yeoman effort of returning all of those twisted loves to the proper party. The plot will keep you constantly chuckling throughout.

There are quite a few books based on the Empress of Blandings. So if you enjoy this one, go on to the others in the series.

Wodehouse, master of words that he is, shows his wit to be in top form in this wonderfully funny story of Blandings castle. As usual, Lord Emsworth is a bit dazed and obsessing about his pig (now hoping that she'll win first in her division for the third year running at the local agricultural show) and the guests at Blandings are falling hopelessly in love with one another. This is a great book for both those new to Wodehouse and those who have enjoyed his other works. I highly recommend it.

I love this book, and I will read it again and again. I love the way the words flow and how tension is felt on every page.

Sweden*

Pillar of Fire is very good. I love it, and can hardly wait for the third one to come out!!! I saw it at a store and asked Dad to get the two (he likes Church historical fiction too), which he did. I think I read the two in a day or two (I'm a voracious reader, and had a lot of time on my hands at the time, although I suppose it wouldn't have been much longer even if it was during the school year). Everything is so alive, and makes the scriptures come . . . well, alive! However, I think Gerald Lund and David G. Woolley are equally good.

I really like this book, it brought out a great imagination of what it might have been like for Lehi and his family. I really recommend it!

Pillar of Fire is not only a good read but also an important fictionalization of a period all but lost to the Western world. There are scores of doctrinal and historical treatments of the Book of Mormon, but no other author has succeeded so well in characterizing the historical setting of the text. The historical elements of the story are instructional and the fictional elements provide the rich background so often missing when we remember those who sacrificed to preserve our sacred scriptures. The Promised Land series is great for LDS and non-LDS audiences and will become a classic in LDS literature.

Wonderful book. I could not put it down from the moment I started. It is the type of book that you feel like you are actually there. I Have wonder how it must of been like for these people and what kind of people they were and how they lived? I can't wait til the 2nd one is out. Can someone tell me when that will be out.

Thank you

Tomie dePaola seldom fails to delight and this offering is no exception. Kids get together to pop up some pop corn and the little story of their "adventure" is quite funny. along with the story though, we get a great mini-lesson in the history of popcorn along with some wonderful scientific facts, i.e. why does popcorn pop, how do you store popcorn, etc. It tells us how the early Native Americans cooked and used popcorn as well as those in Centeral America. There are dozens of lessons that can be created from this little book, great handouts and projects can be made with just a touch of creativity on the teachers part. I use this one in the class room, but it would be great for the home school folks also. The only slight qualm I had over the book was that it depicted young children cooking up a batch of popcorn on the stove (no microwave stuff here) and do feel that children, pans, stoves and hot oil are not such a good mix. I always warn the kids not to do thier popcorn cooking without letting an adult know that they are up to first. Overall though, this is a great book and I do highly recommend it. It certainly falls into the five star category (I must admit that I learned a few facts about popcorn I did not know, myself).

I am student teaching and used this book in the classroom for a lesson pertaining to the overall theme of Thanksgiving and the Indians. The children were on the edge of their seats through the entire story. I used an activity after the book where students had a piece of paper with a grid on it. In each box, there was a number (1-10) that students had to trace. Then, they glued the popcorn kernels in the grid with the corresponding number. There are so many ideas and activities that can accompany this story! I encourage all teachers to use it...no matter what age level! (I used this in 2nd grade).

I love this book It is funny and a hillarious source of information. I laughed through the entire book. The names were funny too Tiny and Tony. Tony must not no how to make popcorn
because he got popcorn everywhere. They might of ate it all. When Mom came from down stairs I bet she fell out laughing. If I was their mom I would make them eat all they could, then if they didn't eat it all I'd make them clean it up. You should spare tine and read this book yourself.

I really liked the book. The author was very creative with his illistrations. The reason I chose this book was because my favorite food is popcorn! Tomie de Paola must of had to do alot of research for this book. I would recommend The Popcorn Book to any lower-grade teacher.

When I was a kid we regularly got this book on our weekly library trips because we loved it at bedtime so much! The historical notes were great, and I was particularly fond of the illustrations.

I'm so glad to find that it's still in print. I'm going to add it to my wish list right now!

This is by far the best book I have read this summer. I didn't want it to end. I can't wait until her second book is published and available for more great reading! This is a MUST-BOOK for your reading pleasures!!!

I read Janet's first book and REALLY enjoyed it. I can't wait for the next one to come out. If you like romance books that are similar to Danielle Steel, you must read this book. You will enjoy it.

i JUST FINISHED "PORTRAITS" BY JANET MARKER AND THOROUGHLY RELISHED IN THE BOOK. I LOVED HOW SHE CHARICTARIZED JASON AND AMANDA AS CHILDREN - BOTH PRODUCTS OF TOO MUCH LOVE FROM A PARENT. YOU KNEW THEY WERE DESTINED TO MEET AND IT WOULD BE LIKE A CLASH OF THE "TITIANS". THANK GOD AMANDA WAS GIVEN SOME QUAILITY TRAITS THAT SHE WAS ABLE TO FIND REDEMENTION IN COLE'S LOVE. THE CHARICTER OF JASON TRULY HAS AN EGOTISTICAL GODLIKE IMAGE OF HIMSELF. TO BAD HE DOESN'T PAINT A PORTRAIT OF HIMSELF ALL COLORLESS OF HUMAN EMOTION EXCEPT VANITY. AUGUSTA WAS ONE OF MY FAVORITE LADIES OF THE BOOK. I LOVE HER DON'T GET MAD - GET EVEN ATTITUDE. NOW KATIE IS CONTINUING IN THE NAUGHTY SPOILED RICH GIRL SYNDROME. I CAN'T WAIT TO SEE WHAT CATOSTRAPHIC PERILS SHE COMES UP WITH IN HER ENTANGLEMENT WITH JASON. WILL AMANDA, COLE, ELIZABETH, AND GRANDPA KEEP HER ON THE STRAIGHT AND NARROW. NOW WE HAVE TO WAIT FOR THE "REST OF THE STORY" HURRY UP AND FINISH THE SQUEL

Janet Marker sweeps you into another world with cleaverly created characters and storyline. A romp into the art world via the ambitions of a talented artist who knows no bounds. Women that are used and abused then roar to life once again for their ultimate revenge. A very imaginative script full of adventures and complex people. You are brought into their lives and become a player in this most remarkable adventure! You will eagerly await the arrival of sequels to this most gifted writer...Marker has started us on a journey into the happenings of a powerful family and we want to see what the next generation of players has to offer us!

The artist's areana is where this book lives . Dealing with the down falls of deception, relationships are revealed in this book.

The climb to the top of the corporate ladder has made Jason Brooks a deliverer of deception. Doing anything to rise to the top, has lead to his wooing of women. These women are eventually ready for revenge. Brooks' language of love is devilishly delivered through the painting of portraits.

Portraits is this summer's suprise smash. The menagerie of mysterious plots will keep the reader relentlessly turning page after page. The depth of disturbance becomes increasingly evident as the reader gets to know Brooks.

Signed,
Tickled Twin in Indiana

I gave this book to my friend's daughter and she absolutely adores the book. It's so imaginative, beautiful and well-written that any "princess" you know is bound to love it.

The illustrations are gorgeous, and the writing is enjoyable for an adult to read as well, because there's a bit of tongue-in-cheek humor sprinkled with some fairy dust throughout that had me purchasing my own copy after I gave it as a gift!

An absolute charmer from start to finish, Princess Crafts is a magical mixture of craft projects and handbook for princesses both
young and old. Full of fun, fashion, and oodles of glitter, the
craft projects are creative without being complicated. From
Rapunzel Ribbon Wigs to Fancy-Prancy Dancing Slippers, this crafty
book will surely bring out your inner princess!

Both of my goddaughter's LOVED this book! Each had their favorite craft---Your Carriage Awaits allowed Nicole to have the most glamorous bicycle on the block---she was certainly the princess on her custom designed chariot! Nicole was also inspired to have a princess party with her friends! Alexa loved making the Rapunzel hair and couldn't wait to show her dad how fun it was to have cool super-long ribbon hair! This book was so well written--easy to follow instructions and entertaining factoids. Little girls love to play dress up and it's great that there are ideas for all kinds of beautiful princesses---sparkly, glittery fuzzy & more!

This book is chock full of fantastic craft ideas for kids of any age, economic status and creativity. The author is able to take items we already have around the house and make fun and diverse craft projects. I highly recommend this book to anyone that has a princess in THEIR family.

Princess Crafts celebrates the "modern princess," as it combines classic princess ideas from literature and film with a modern twist for the soon to be independent woman. The creative and fun craft projects (which mostly require simple and easy to obtain supplies) will entertain little girls endlessly (and some adults too). The text, charmingly written by Hauser, is clever and humourous yet consistently provides clear instructions on the projects. Parett's dynamic illustrations and high quality photographs also provide a solid road map for the crafts. Finally, one of the best aspects of this book is that the projects and activities are sure to inspire these young princesses to be creative and crafty beyond the scope of this fantastic and original book for kids.

I picked up the dirty old thumbed copy from a salvalion army op shop for 30 cents. It looked like all the pages were bent but they had been carfully turned over to mark some of the jokes many years before. I started reading. It was not just a collection of jokes but a beautifully researched and systematic approach. It is to jokes what the oxford dictionary is to the language. It suprising the change since it was written as amongst my friends many of the jokes are not well known and clearly others have technological adaptation. the suprising issue is how things have changed culturally since it was written. One wonders if menstral jokes for example are shared within lesbian social groups that would be taboo in other company or if the degree of ethnic jokes that are no longer promulgated in polite company have their early source listed here. If the porice was right I would like copies for my friends

Luckily, I have both volumes on my shelf, so I don't need to pick either up-- but volume one, used, for less than ten bucks on Amazon?? Get it! This is a hysterically mordant look at dirty jokes by one of the sharpest and filthiest minds ever. And volume one is easier to digest than volume two (which is more oriented to potty humor and perversion). Check the prices for Vol. II on Amazon! As you see, not cheap. So: pick up Vol. I and see what the fuss is about-- you'll be pleasantly surprised at Legman's cranky takes on jokes in every category. He was completely unique; you'll enjoy meeting him, despite his dyspeptic outlook and air of superiority (to everyone, including you). The joke may be dead, but the body's buried here-- and it still looks funny.

I always thought my mother was smarter than she let on. She had me read "the rationale of the dirty joke" when I was in my early teens. She told me not to read the jokes so much, but also what was written about the jokes in between. The book/s we had, two by the same name (vol 1 & vol 2)) taught the psychology of why people laugh at 'dirty' jokes. It's armed me in life with an understanding of humour, and the core of humour within us; why we laugh. I can no longer locate my copies, but like the earlier post, I wouldn't sell them for any money if I could find them.

I first read this book in college in the early 70's and thoroughly enjoyed this and the 2nd volume for both their literary and scatalogical merit. I just read that Gershon Legman died on Feb 23, 1999 at age 81 at a hospital near his home in Opio, France. Nice obit in NYT, Sunday 3/14/99.

I hope his scholarship and fight against censorship will motivate some publisher to re-issue these two classics.

This book and its companion volume No Laughing Matter (actually a set of two) have been out of print for some time, and I cannot begin to understand why. Even with all of the opportunities for sale on the Internet, I would not part with my copies for a thousand dollars. Since the works are a pair, I will add what I wrote on the companion volume, which is equally applicable here.

Do you have a compelling interest in Freudian or Jungian analyses of vulgar humor? If so this is the book for you. If not, don't stop yet. Do you simply like dirty jokes? This may be for you too, but will probably be a bit on the esoteric expensive side. Do you have a cultural or literary interest in the development and similarity of dirty joke themes around the western world and throughout history? If so, these are (there are 2 volumes) absolutely the resource that you can't do without. Both your sense of humor and higher instincts for the scholarly will be amply rewarded. Additionally, if you have the warped or puerile sense of entertainment by the irony of juxtaposing the elevated with the profane, Legman will become your favorite author. One caution: if you have some sensitivity about the coarse and obscene, limit yourself to the first volume. The second moves more into the areas of sexual perversion and body function humor and accordingly is less suited to delicate sensitivities....

Sabrina the teenage witch competes in a witch's spelling bee(a spell-casting contest)and her prize is a reality check(a cheque she can cash in to change any event of her choice)Only problem is that EVERYTHING is going wrong so how is a girl to decide what to change?!!!!!!!!!!Life's hard!

This is a pretty good book.On this book Sabrina competes in the Other Realm spelling bee,wins and gets a Reality Check!But Aunt Hilda and Zelda are under a 24 hour time-release spell witch is causing a disruption in their lives!To learn more just read the book!

Reality Check (Sabrina The Teenage Witch)is a great book. I could read it over and over again. It's fun reading about all the trouble that she gets herself into, and how she gets herself out of it. It's fun and easy to read. Everybody should read it.

Sabrina wins the first prize in the spelling bee contest -- and it is a reality check.her spelling bee prize has her world abuzz.she can change only one incident. but which one? she has no idea.Aunt hilda and zelda are in a 24 hour time release spell which is causing many complicated problems in their lives,HARVEY Needs money after his motor cycle accident,Val resigns as school news paper editor and libby twists her ankle just before her cheerleading stuff.

in the end she used it wisely though. it was a great read. the ending of this book was mind boggling. it was too good a read. She finally uses the check to save - nah fooled you. I am not 1 bit interested in spoiling your read. so i suggest you to buy this book which is another great book added in this great series.lllooooovveeeeellllyyyy.Got to read it

This book was completely a breath taking addition to this sereis.Tooooooooo coooooooool. Sabrina wins the national spelling bee and the first prize is a REALITY CHECK. but she doesn't have a single idea on where to use it. because her spelling bee prize has her world abuzz. Finally, she uses it in the right way - by using it to save - no no no i don't want to spoil your read . The ending was a little dissapointing though. anyway the style of writing was great . Diana.G.Gallagher is by far one of my favourite Sabrina authors.Keep up the good work!

G.Bevington was highly effective in prayer. I wish he had written an autobiography,in addition to more detail on how he spoke ( prayed) to God in his prayers. Also a little more explanation on the phases that he seemed to move through. I wish I could have met him! What a Saint!!

Bevington's results with the use of prayer was consistently successful. The book inspires one to pray more persistently and continue until an answer occurs. He prayed and fasted with powerful results!!

This is an important book for those interested in improving their prayer life.

I have forwarded the book on and will continue to do so with another copy.

This book deserves far higher recognition that it has received. It was written well on a century ago, and yet, to this very day, very few Christians know of its existence.

It's a remarkable testimony - or rather, a collection of scores of remarkable testimonies, from the life of a holiness Methodist itinerant preacher by name of C. G. Bevington, based in Kentucky, but who travelled far and wide across America.

The man developed a most remarkable (there's that word again!) faith. He took God completely at His word - in a way that very few people ever do. He witnessed outstanding answers to his prayers again and again - usually against the staunchest of Satanic opposition. But he held on till he got the victory. Most of these stories are accounts of human physical healing. But numerous others are other examples of miracles - such as the healing of animals, the death of thousands of earth worms causing damage to a crop, details prophetic visions, control over the natural elements, and numerous others.

In each case, Bevington had to fight, nearly always for hours, and sometimes continuously for many days or even weeks, to reach the point of victory. this is true intercession - though oddly the author never refers to it by that term. The intercession was usually accompanied by days or weeks of fasting, and a complete reliance on God. He distilled a wonderful ability to hear the voice of God (which, again came through many hours a day in the 'secret closet').

The book ranks alongside the likes of 'Rees Howells, Intercessor' by Norman Grubb, and 'Intercession - Your Power To Possess Nations' (a much more recent book) by Michael Howard, who in fact was the one who recommended 'Remarkable Miracles' to me. I'm so grateful that he did.

This is an outstanding read. Ok, so you may struggle a little with Bevington's personal views on sanctification ('the second blessing'), but perhaps there's something to learn here too. But if you're prepared to lay aside any small quibbles, then there's little doubt, you'll be thoroughly blessed by this testimony. I read the entire book within 24 hours. I literally couldn't put the thing down till I had read it right through!

The real test of the book, of course, is putting the principles gleaned to the test. That's the tough bit. This mustn't just be an enjoyable read. Bevington wouldn't have wanted that at all. He would want us to learn deeply from it - allowing it to change our whole lives. If we allow it, it will do just that.

Christ was real to Brother Bevington. This man prayed hours and hours on end, until he got an answer and then he did what God asked him to do. He spent his time in prayer and in the Bible and let God take care of the rest.

Some of the accounts are incredible and writing style reminds me of Mark Twain.

This book should be read by all Christians and non Christians. The book is his life's account of a Holy and devoted walk with the Lord. A man who would pray and recieve answer in the most amazing ways. His life should be an example to all, a truly powerfull and entertaining read on God working through a devoted servant. I have been buying books for all friends and family and they are all learning about true faith and healing.

God used this very book to give me the faith I needed to see God HEAL ME. This man, through prayer and faith alone, saw God do mighty miracles of healing, sanctification, and revival. This is for our lives today - its not gone !! If you are suffering, please read this book and give God a chance to heal you. Mr. Bevington writes, "Look up, weary one; Jesus is the same today as when He walked the Judean hills and healed many there. He wants to heal you, to get a chance to heal you". I am living proof that He can and will. 3/16/06.

Read book cover to cover in preparation for your renal exam during nurse anesthesia school. Usually required too.

This is simply the best in its class--a foundation of my medical education. The diagrams are excellent. Text explanations are clear, detailed, precise and, most importantly, succinct. When I die, bury me with Vander's Renal Physiology.

Real Physiology provides the basics needed for a medical school renal unit. By purchasing this book, a medical student is able to focus on the renal system in more detail than in some basic physiology texts.

Very good book, everything is simplified, easy introduction into subject, it is almost like being spoon fed.
Pathologic correlation's are given, it does not have all the biochemistry but major subjects are covered and author has conceptualized that makes everything easy.

For anyone who struggled to understand why the nephron concentrates, then dilutes, then concentrates again the urine, this book will do much to ease your pain. Since medical school I've purchased Editions 1, 3, & 5, just so that I could keep up with my interns & residents. Here's how he does it:
#1: short book, (you know how intimidating those tomes can be)
#2: lots of diagrams
#3: end-of-chapter questions (with answers & explanations)

If you want to understand the Kidney, no matter where you are in your studies or practice, I wholeheartedly recommend this text.

This book is very informative not only for experienced Dialysis professionals but also for those who are new to this sub-specialty. I highly recommend it for anyone who needs a book that is very readable and covers the topics necessary without using terminology that is too technical and complicated to understand.

"THIS EDITION INCLUDES SIX NEW CHAPTERS:
* Transplantation
* Diabetes and Hemodialysis
* Pediatric Hemodialysis
* ESRD in the Elderly
* Management of Quality in Dialysis Care
* Renal Care and Information Technology
These chapters focus on the needed interdisciplinary approach reaching across the continuum of care."
[from the book of back cover]

I've been a Dialysis Tech for a year now. I used this book to get throught the interview process, and we used much of the information in this book in the classroom. It is worth every penny.

I used this book at a study guide for the nursing certification test in 2000. I passed with flying colors. It is comprhensive and to the point. There wasn't a subject in the test that was not covered in this book as well. This book is a much easier read than the ANNA curriculum. If you are looking to study for the CNN or CDN then look no further.

This book provides a thorough and easy to understand review of all aspects of hemodialysis.