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Demi writes a children's book of Muhammad and it is wonderful. She gets around the fact that human images are not acceptable in Islam by having a gold figure pose as Muhammad. The book covers all of Muhammad's life, especially his religious conversion. I highly recommend this book. It is glorious to look at and wonderful to read.

This book is a classic and an absolutely beautiful book to own whether you have children or not. The quality of the artwork, gilded pages, style of writing, is excellent. I have personally purchased 3 additional copies that I gave as presents to friends who were so impressed as well. A bargain price for a great quality book!

Firstly, I hope nobody is reading the School Library Journal's shockingly bigoted and unprofessional "review of this book". I am writing directly to the SLJ to let them know how I feel about the "review" above which is not a review at all but a horribly ignorant and bigoted diatribe against Islam, rather than an actual review of this book. It appears that the author of the review simply didn't like the book because she has a lot of preconceived prejudices against Islam and Muslims and she is just upset that this book doesn't reflect her ideas. Very disappointing and unprofessional coming from a such a widely-regarded publication.

This book is an outstanding summary of the life of the Prophet Muhammad which is beautiful and informative for both children and adults. As a Muslim I find it deeply respectful and accurate. One minor issue for Muslims is that, while care is taken to obscure the face of the Prophet Muhammad as is the custom, there are faces on the picture that shows other Prophets (such as Moses and Jesus) and it appears that the author was not aware that the prohibition on depicting the faces is for all Prophets not just for Muhammad. Some Muslims I know have simply used gold-toned pens to cover them.

I use this book both for my children and for interfaith dialogue groups due to its brevity, accesibility, and sheer beauty.

This is a beautiful, brief biography of the life of Muhammad. Demi's illustrations are lovely and are a perfect complement to his life. Of course it does not cover every aspect of Muhammad's life, but it is respectful and Demi's selection of episodes in his life are accurate and not misleading at all. I highly recommend this book as an introduction to Muhammad and Islam.

Sensitive prose and detailed, beautiful illustrations in the style of Persian miniatures make this one of the best books for readers young (and old) seeking an introductory biographical sketch of the Prophet Muhammad and the story of the origins of Islam. What is most remarkable is that the author presents this story as it is widely understood within Islam-her sources and bookjacket endorsements are all Muslims-yet in a way that illuminates that understanding for non-Muslims. DD

This book is wonderful. I paid full price for it and would gladly do so again in order to give it as a gift to others. I highly recomend it.

I have owned this book for several years and read it cover to cover, most parts more than once. It is a good read and I like the way it is set up, and the author's enthusiasm is appreciated. There is much good information inside, but unfortunately, there is misinformation to a degree that I think is inexcusable. For example, the drawings of "evening primrose" actually show primrose, which is a totally different plant in an entirely different family. But the text clearly describes eating the root of evening primrose. So it seems like he didn't even know what evening primrose was, had never tried it, but copied his information on how to use it, even the description of its flavor, from another book. The text sure makes it sound like he's had experience from the plant. I think its disingenuous and a disservice to the reader. This is the most glaring example of many errors. Otherwise, it is a good book.

I was amazed at all the information this book gave me. I have learned so many things, to see all the bounty we can have in our own backyard! Practical and easy to read. I recommend this book to all nature and food lovers.

I haven't met many people who can point out at least ten different plants in the average yard and can tell you how to cook them. Mr. Henderson does an outstanding job of identifying wild, and not-so-wild, edibles common to almost every neighborhood. His recipes are easy to follow and delicious.

Even if you are not planning to run right out to the nearest shrub and harvest its leaves for dinner, I recommend this book. Mr. Henderson's prose is worth reading, whatever the content. His witty, humorous style enlivens a book full of excellent information.

The Neighborhood Forager is a very informative and enjoyable book. It not only tells about the plants in our backyards and by-ways but gives historical information, recipes, warnings and dyer's tips.

Mr. Henderson writes with humor and personal anecdotes which makes the book a good read even if you're not into foraging.

As a result of having had this textbook, courses (as opposed to McMurry and other *wimpy* textbooks), I learned Organic better than many of my colleagues. This book is outstanding, to say the least. The authors show mechanisms clearly and discuss synthesis in a way that gets you thinking like an organic chemist. This textbook sorta changed my life; it taught me how to think like a scientist. Definitely *THE* book for undergrad Organic courses, and an excellent reference book that should remain in the lab at all times.

This book is excelent. I think that it have a problem. The book of resolution is in English and It is imposible to buy in Spain.

As a result of having had this textbook, courses (as opposed to McMurry and other *wimpy* textbooks), I learned Organic better than many of my colleagues. This book is outstanding, to say the least. The authors show mechanisms clearly and discuss synthesis in a way that gets you thinking like an organic chemist. This textbook sorta changed my life; it taught me how to think like a scientist. Definitely *THE* book for undergrad Organic courses, and an excellent reference book that should remain in the lab at all times.

Very good book, worth the price. It really teach you how to think in organic chemistry and not only to remembers it by heart. the exercise are very good, a lots of examples and you have some answerers in the end of the book. It teach you and show you the MECHANISM in details and colors and then explain you by words . It also teach you the basic about spectroscopy (HNMR,UV,IR,...) but only the basics I also bought the : study guide and solution manual for organic chemistry , for this book that was also founfd it as 5 starts(Very good) So if you are looking for a good organic book to UNDERSTAND organic chemistry and to past the course THIS IS THE BEST BOOK FOR YOU , worth the price . BUY also the study guide it is very useful.

As a result of having had this textbook, courses (as opposed to McMurry and other *wimpy* textbooks), I learned Organic better than many of my colleagues. This book is outstanding, to say the least. The authors show mechanisms clearly and discuss synthesis in a way that gets you thinking like an organic chemist. This textbook sorta changed my life; it taught me how to think like a scientist. Definitely *THE* book for undergrad Organic courses, and an excellent reference book that should remain in the lab at all times.

Miss Read's novels capture the best aspects of the small town provincial novel--the sense of connection, the wry Austenisms--while leaving the sentimentality and pollyanna-ism sometimes afflicting the genre to her lesser imitators. A Peaceful Retirement brings us another step--perhaps a final step--nearer to the end of this series. I recommend this series, and this book within the series, to anyone who wishes that a novel might have both a 20th C. awareness and a somewhat 19th C. sense of perspective....Most people have not discovered Miss Read, and one somehow wonders if "most people" really ought to. But I am certainly glad that I did....

Miss Read has written over 40 titles, with this final tome describing how her headmistress heroine copes with her new-found life of leisure.

In an afterword, the author says she is laying down her pen "with a thankful heart". It is all the more surprising therefore that these final tales show no sign of staleness. In fact, "A Peaceful Retirement" is quite playful in tone as Miss Read copes valiantly with a series of unlooked-for marriage proposals.

Given that the school year is so regular the author manages to describe events such as Christmas celebrations and harvest festivals with no sense of repetition, and as ever captures the tensions between town and country living, children's and adult worlds and men and women beautifully.

With this book Dora Saint, the real-life Miss Read, can take her own retirement from authorship knowing that she has served her readers well.

I just finished reading "A Peaceful Retirement". Just like her other books, it was excellent reading. I was sorry when the book ended because I wanted to read more. Few years ago I wrote Miss Read a letter stating I loved all her books. She was kind enough to write me a handwritten letter in reply. After a hetic day, I look forward to reading her books and revisit the loveable characters in the quiet town.

I enjoyed this book just as much as I have all the other books written by Miss Read. The reason that I enjoyed this book so much was that it was like catching up with old friends and being transported back to the Village and all the surrounding scenery which captures my imagination. I recommend that you read not only this book but all those that Miss Read (Dora Saint) has written for anyone that enjoys people and a very descriptive story which includes the lovely countryside that one can only imagine. I will miss my friends very much. Thank You Dora Saint for giving me many hours of pleasure.

I just finished reading "A Peaceful Retirement". Just like her other books, it was excellent reading. I was sorry when the book ended because I wanted to read more. Few years ago I wrote Miss Read a letter stating I loved all her books. She was kind enough to write me a handwritten letter in reply. After a hetic day, I look forward to reading her books and revisit the loveable characters in the quiet town.

Marcia Prescott's "Perhaps She'll Die" zips along at just the right pace. Chantalene, the main character, has just the heart, beauty and courage to be featured in a series. This independent young woman puts love of family and righting a wrong ahead of personal safety. The mystery, written in the mold of Mary Higgins Clark and other great storytellers, is a winner. Chantalene's ride into town astride her horse with the wind whipping her cheeks has the atmosphere of frontier justice and modern-day womanhood. Ah, to be young again, riding a horse under the hyacinth-blue skies of Oklahoma. Let's hope Chantalene gallops her readers onto the pages of a new adventure soon.

This little mystery perfectly captures rural life and thinking, the effect of trauma on a child, and the strange ways those we know best can surprise us. A very satisfying read that will take you out of your world for a few hours.

If I hadn't read good reviews of this book and just looked at the cover, I'd have passed it right by; I can't really say why! But this was a surprisingly well-written and intriguing book. This is my first book by M.K. Preston and I'll now try another!

This was a wonderful read. The story moved and I was caught up from the first page. The mystery was cleverly devised; even though all the clues were placed, I was surprised by the outcome. The characters were intriquing and felt like real people. Their conversation was natural and engaging; I loved the interraction between Chantalene and Drew. It was tantalizing and fun. Marcia K. Preston's first novel is like experiencing Thanksgiving dinner at Grandma's house. You want to eat your fill, but you don't want to wait too long for another helping either.
Once while away from the book, I kept sensing a scene, returning to it in my mind like one does with a song that will not be banished from the brain. Eventually, I realized that it was Tetumka and Chantalene's ranch and Whipporrwill's corral that I was seeing in my mind. That desolate place was with me...and I was longing to be back with the characters and see what might happen next. An excellent first book that leaves the reader begging for a sequel.

Chantalene, a young woman haunted by dreadful memories, returns to her home town of Tetumka, Oklahoma. Twelve years ago, in one horrible night, her father was lynched for a crime he didn't commit, and her gypsy mother, LaVita, fearing for her own life, ran away and abandoned her.

Now Chantalene is determined to find out what really happened, and who killed her father. The townspeople aren't exactly thrilled to see her, and things start going dreadfully awry from the first page. Fortunately, she finds an ally, Drew Sander, a New York tax attorney, who is also returning to Tetumka, but for very different reasons. I won't tell you what happens, of course; you'll have too much fun reading this book for yourself.

Author Marcia Preston writes an engaging fast-paced thriller that hooks the reader from the very first sentence and doesn't let go until the end. The mystery has many levels--child abuse, traumatic memories, frontier justice, and the characters' search for their own integrity. Not to mention a delightful hint of romance. I can recommend this book for a really enjoyable read. Reviewed by Louis N. Gruber.

As a special education teacher, I have found this manual to be an invaluable tool for both classroom use, and at IEP meetings.

The goals are measurable and observable, covering every possible contingent a teacher, or counselor would face when dealing with a student in or out of the classroom environment. This work can be used as a "cook-
book" type of resource; you will not need another book besides this one.

This book is an excellent resource for teachers, counselors, and the entire school community. PRIM helps teachers identify both behavioral and academic difficulties by breaking each subject and behavior into categories. In addition, there are a wide variety of interventions that are practical for the classroom. This book is also a great to help with documentation of behaviors.

I bought this book two years ago when I was just six months into my four-year teacher training. I am now in my third year and the poor book needs a new cover. This book has not only helped me with my prac experiences but also given me an insight to the classroom and its operations. The book is an absolute God sent. I have referred at least 3 people that have bought it from Amazon and I am sure they have referred it even further. This book has also been a blessing to my parents who have used it to develop strategies for my youngest brother who has learning difficulties. Every teacher, atudent teacher and parent needs this one. The way I have been taught to find the value in a book is to give it one dollar for every good idea... well this book is worth a couple of hundred dollars! My only complaint is that they haven't released it in hard back. It gets used so much that there needs to be a hard cover version!

This is my first year as a Guidance Counselor, and this book has been a tremendous help. Using this book, I have been able to help teachers by giving them suggestions in working with students who were experiencing behavior and academic problems. I have also seen the suggestions in this book help students!

I have found it very helpful as a substitute teacher. It has a common sense approach to dealing with behavior idiosynchrosies common in children from varied backgrounds, and has enough suggestions to fit several cultures and teacher confort levels. As a substitute I find a different bunch daily. This is the perfect reference to eliminate almost every situation I've seen.
I've even used it at home to help my son to better control his temper. I've shared it with several teachers so they are able to help my son at school and church as well. The principal at his school has a copy now as a reference for the teachers. He feels it will drastically cut the number of special ed referals next school year.
I feel this is useful for anyone who works with children. It is worth so much more than the [$$'s]. My master's advisor was correct in stating that this is the equivalent to the Bible's prophets for a good teacher.

I received the book promptly and it is in wonderful condition. No complaints, would do business again.

I really enjoyed Anna Mindess's book Reading between the signs. I thought it was very informative and had read it once before when I first started taking ASL and didn't really understand it all that much but as of now I've been taking ASL for almost two years and have a better understanding and appreciatition for the Deaf and it's culture and the difference between the Deaf and the hearing world. What a great book for people who are just starting to take ASL and want to be come active in the Deaf community and one day maybe persue a career with it

This book entitled "Reading Between the Signs: Intercultural Communication for Sign Language Interpreters (2nd edition)" is the most indepth study of cultural mediation that I have ever seen. Anna Mindness does a wonderjul job of helping an interpreter to see where communication barriers exist, and then explain how to bridge those gaps. Why are cultures different? What is cultural mediation? How do you convey a message between conflicting cultures? What tools can effective interpreters use to empower the clients we serve toward better communication when obstacles exist? After reading this book, I found myself making adjustments in interpreting, and was able to see positive results in terms of faithfully communicating source language messages to the recipients. If one reads this book, and applies the principles learned toward their work, it will assist in making them a better interpreter, and ultimately a better communicator between cultures. I highly recommend this book to others and express my thanks to the author for putting the elements of intercultural communication together in one great volume.

i guess i expected this book to have pictures of signing for some reason...i don't know, but once i started to read it i saw how informative it is. i like the book a lot and i believe that Anna Mindess knows what she's writing about. if you want to understand the deaf culture more and are determined to become an interpreter, i think this book is essential.

In order to understand deaf culture, you need to understand what is standard American culture and then see how it contrasts with deaf culture. Anna Mindess does an excellent job of comparing and contrasting these cultures, with references to cultures from all over the world. She includes insights from respected Deaf members. This is an easy read, not a difficult textbook. I read this with many lightbulbs going "aha". She delves into values, presentation styles, and politeness in both worlds. She provides scenarios with cross cultural perspectives in the doctors' office and the job interview. I have a new understanding of myself as a hearing American and a new appreciation for the cross cultural obstacles that deaf people must face.

Mr. Mince has put together a real thriller! It was all too real and entirely plausible. Hope this novel finds it's way into law enforcement training as there are so many lessons to be learned.
Thanks for the great read!

The McCaigs
Kauai

The first time author K. T. Mince gives detailed background to the characters of this action-filled, scary story of a terrorist attack in Northern California. The story of "Red Wolff", the CHP officer who finally brings down the final terrorist is fascinating for it tells of her early experiences that shaped her life; of her time at the Air Force Academy where she experienced the intolerance of her superiors and then she went on to become a police officer with the California Highway Patrol. Her "street smarts" which she learned while patrolling with her partner Ray served her well when they both were working in Crescent City when "all hell" broke loose. A suspensful read on the good guys outwitting the bad.

Great Book: dense and meaty. It keeps you satisfied. If you are looking for fluffy this isn't it. If you want a realistic thriller with terrorists, spies, great 'cops' in the form of the California Highway Patrol, and the American spirit of rising to the occasion this is the book for you.

The author knows the location, the logistics, the strategy, the tactics, and the personalities. Mince steps you through the plot so that you are never lost even though you can never quite anticipate the next diabolical shock. The CIA could benefit from his insight.

And if you are following the increasing sophistication of world terrorism you will be saying 'this could happen here' as you follow the twists and turns Mince takes us through. Personally, I want more: I want to see more books about Red whom we admire and respect and more of Ray, whom we love, and his endearing nephew. When you are done and have put the book down, you will continue to think about it... I promise you.

I wasn't sure what I was about to read ,but once started, I couldn't put it down, I was hooked. The author has created a realistic scenario, and I would invite anyone in law enforcement to read and then supplant themselves into the scene as either Red or her friend and mentor Ray. The book is gripping from start to finish. Although a work of fiction, the writer displays an uncanny knowledge of the inner workings of Red's Department as well as the detailed decription of the terrain, as I know it to be. A must read!

Well done K.T. Mince. You had me hooked from the start. I waited to read this book until I had free time to go straight through it. I'm glad I did. I enjoyed the story and the action, it really makes you think just how vulnerable we might be to the events described. I recommend this book to all, it's a real eye opener.

This is an easy read. The colored photos offer an easy to follow program for beginners. Very good!

This book is very detailed and gives a good explanation of the pressure points of the hands and feet, as well as the overall massaging techniques. Lots of pictures to follow.

Helped my wife with very painful injury. Not a miracle cure, but very relaxing and healthy. Much better than "off the cuff" masssages. Clear instructions, written for real people. No heavy jargon and very sensitive about developing te right massage technique for each individual.

As a new Nail Tech, I wanted to incorporate some reflexology into my manicures and pedicures. This book is easy to read, has plenty of pictures and step-by-procedures to help anyone out.

I'm very happy with this book, I wanted to learn a simple way to show my partner that I care for her and to learn about how to keep ourselves feeling better and to enjoy life more. This book give very clear step by step instructions and teach's good tecnique in a way that is easily understandable and the results after trying a few times actually do feel good not only for my partner but for me to

Baby-steps you through the complex physiology, starting from the VERY BASICS for each topic at hand, just to keep the people who snoozed thru Gen Chem up to snuff (i.e. "What is a buffer and how do buffers work?" for the acid/base chapter), then moves on to more difficult stuff, until you're surprised that you can actually understand the really advanced physiology.
Doesn't only explain what happens, but also WHY the water or particular solute "decides" to be filtered/excreted/reabsorbed/secreted at each part of the tubular lumen/ECF/peritubular capillary. Really methodical and well-organized. Highly recommended!

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.