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Energy Medicine
Published in Paperback by Tarcher (1999-12-27)
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Average review score: 

Very helpful, easy to use and well organized
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Review Date: 2008-06-19
Review Date: 2008-06-19
The energy exercises in this book are easy and once you learn them, you can do most of the them without anyone even knowing. I was able to learn them by reading and looking at the pictures but when I saw the video, it was even more helpful. I highly recommend this book. Donna Eden shares wonderful stories of patients and even her own journey about how she got started. This book has encouraged me to seek an education in Touch for Health. The only downside for the lay person would be the meridians. If you haven't studied acupuncture, you will have difficulty trying to follow/find the meridians. It will definitely take some practice and memorization. Most of the exercises can be done alone or with a partner. It's fun to practice on others and see how changes occur after energy testing. Most of the people I taught have experienced immediate changes and felt lighter or more alert. It was interesting to witness first-hand someone who is stressed tell you that they feel a difference in their body, just by tapping on an area of the body and breathing.
Amazing
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Review Date: 2008-05-17
Review Date: 2008-05-17
This is a must read and a valuable reference even if you are new to the subject and not involved in a specific healing modality. An astonishing compilation that includes insights and practical applications for a variety of disciplines.
I Love Energy Medicine!
Helpful Votes: 1 out of 1 total.
Review Date: 2008-06-16
Review Date: 2008-06-16
I originally read this book when it came out about 10 years ago. I found it interesting, but didn't do the exercises. However, it stayed in the back of my mind, and I knew that someday I wanted to take a class from Donna. I recently had the opportunity to do so, and now I'm hooked on energy medicine.
When you see Donna in person, you realize that she is her own best advertisement for what she teaches. She radiates vitality, health, and joy, and you just know that it is possible for you to feel this way as well.
I am now practicing my 5 minute routine twice a day, and am working with an energy medicine practitioner to fine tune my energy. As someone who has suffered for years with adrenal fatigue, I'm amazed at how my energy level is improving. I'm actually coming home from work with energy to spare, instead of feeling absolutely wiped out. That in itself is a miracle.
Also, anyone who works with the public knows how exhausting some people can be. Some of my customers and coworkers are "energy vampires", and I would get totally wiped out around them. Thanks to Donna, I now use routines to protect myself from undesirable drains on my energy, and I am feeling so much better. I lock myself in the bathroom for a bit of "Expel the Venom" and "Zip Up", and I'm good as new.
I highly recommend this book, along with the Energy Medicine Kit. In 5 minutes a day, you can start to turn your life around. Thanks, Donna!
When you see Donna in person, you realize that she is her own best advertisement for what she teaches. She radiates vitality, health, and joy, and you just know that it is possible for you to feel this way as well.
I am now practicing my 5 minute routine twice a day, and am working with an energy medicine practitioner to fine tune my energy. As someone who has suffered for years with adrenal fatigue, I'm amazed at how my energy level is improving. I'm actually coming home from work with energy to spare, instead of feeling absolutely wiped out. That in itself is a miracle.
Also, anyone who works with the public knows how exhausting some people can be. Some of my customers and coworkers are "energy vampires", and I would get totally wiped out around them. Thanks to Donna, I now use routines to protect myself from undesirable drains on my energy, and I am feeling so much better. I lock myself in the bathroom for a bit of "Expel the Venom" and "Zip Up", and I'm good as new.
I highly recommend this book, along with the Energy Medicine Kit. In 5 minutes a day, you can start to turn your life around. Thanks, Donna!
Self-care at its best
Helpful Votes: 1 out of 1 total.
Review Date: 2008-04-06
Review Date: 2008-04-06
It is great to be able to find a process for self-care that is easy and works - this is IT.
Energy Medicine Clearly Explained
Helpful Votes: 2 out of 2 total.
Review Date: 2008-04-11
Review Date: 2008-04-11
This is more than a book to read - it's a thorough and carefully outlined textbook on a subject that I already knew a bit about -- but didn't realize how valuable the program Donna Eden explains could actually be to my health! Her knowledge of how the body's subtle internal systems really function is enlightening and much of it proves more applicable than the commonplace redundancy of most medical authors who follows the all-too-familiar traditional health paths. Her 5-minute daily routine alone is worth much more than the price of this creative book, and after learning these refreshing exercise as an intro you are captivated and immediately ready to delve into the volume's many other health-improving components.
The Gashlycrumb tinies
Published in Unknown Binding by H. Hutter (1979)
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Gashlycrumb Tinies is Great!
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Review Date: 2008-06-09
Review Date: 2008-06-09
I bought three of these books as gifts for three retiring teachers -- they are so funny. An ABC book of odd outcomes for students. Love them.
Just so darned funny...
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Review Date: 2008-05-28
Review Date: 2008-05-28
This book has made me cry with laughter. I work with kids and THEY think it's funny.
The Gashleycrumb Tinies
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Review Date: 2008-05-12
Review Date: 2008-05-12
The Gashleycrumb Tinies is macabre yet hilarious. It's about children meeting untimely absurd demise but with a sense of dark humor. it needs to be taken the way it is meant. It really is quite clever with the wording and causes of death It is done by alphabetical names. examples are S in for Susan who perished of fits, L is for Leo who swallowed some tacks and N is for Neville who died of ennui(boredome). See very clever. By the way I am a 38 year old mother of two and find this hilarious. My kids don't really get it though. Oh well I geuss their sense of humor is not as developed as mine:)
Hilarious for ages 11+!
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Review Date: 2008-04-24
Review Date: 2008-04-24
Hahahha I actually read this online because its so short... if you want to take a break from the stress of life for 10 minutes its great fun. The illustrations are very well done and the rhymes are genuis! i think my favorite kid is Basil who was assaulted by bears.. \hahhahhahha... that makes me burst into laughter again! seriously, if you like macabre hilarity, take a few minutes off and ENJOY THIS BOOK! (There is no graphic or adult images but the ideas would be very frightening for young children. I say 11+ because theres a girl with an axe in her head and some blood thats cartoonish but gross.)
Wonderfuly Twisted And Sick!!!
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Review Date: 2007-12-15
Review Date: 2007-12-15
This book is great! No matter how many people tell you how horribly sick it is. Read this book.They only say that because they dont have a sense of humor. So any way read this book! Its both sickining,funny, and tasteful.

NightWatch: A Practical Guide to Viewing the Universe
Published in Spiral-bound by Firefly Books (1998-11-01)
List price: $29.95
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Average review score: 

must have
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Review Date: 2008-01-27
Review Date: 2008-01-27
A must have book for any star gazer.For either the amateur or the professional.
Wonderful book but several printing imperfections.
Helpful Votes: 1 out of 2 total.
Review Date: 2008-07-27
Review Date: 2008-07-27
An absolutely wonderful book; however, the numerous printing imperfections encountered (odd smudges, smears, and stains) have significantly detracted from the reading experience.
The book states that it was printed in China and it shows--really bad for a new book.
Perhaps whoever printed the book thought that one would be reading it mainly in the dark and would not notice the blemishes.
A five-star rating for content and 0-stars for print quality equals 3 stars total (more of less).
The book states that it was printed in China and it shows--really bad for a new book.
Perhaps whoever printed the book thought that one would be reading it mainly in the dark and would not notice the blemishes.
A five-star rating for content and 0-stars for print quality equals 3 stars total (more of less).
A well written introduction to stars
Helpful Votes: 1 out of 1 total.
Review Date: 2008-04-07
Review Date: 2008-04-07
I always wanted to own a telescope. This was the year. I talked to people, read reviews, joined online forums...thought I knew what I was doing and bought the thing. First night out I realized - I have absolutely no clue what to look for up there!!! This book is the perfect answer to that question, as well as an extremely good beginner's guide. There is enough detail to give you the sense that you are learning a lot, but not so much detail that you feel overwhelmed and intimidated. My recommendation is buy this book BEFORE you buy a telescope or binocs or any gear whatsoever. Use the book for a while just to learn your way around the sky. They have great suggestions for where to go and how to get there after that. Highly recommended!!!
The Easiest Way to Get Started
Helpful Votes: 1 out of 1 total.
Review Date: 2008-03-10
Review Date: 2008-03-10
I bought this book some years ago, to see if I wanted to try amateur astronomy again. I had been given a department store telescope as a kid, and was discouraged by the fact that you really couldn't observe anything other than the moon with it. This book gave me the confidence to go out and buy a reasonably expensive telescope, and get it up and running with almost no assistance from anyone else. It opened up a wonderful hobby.
I strongly recommend giving this book to anyone with an interest in amateur astronomy. It is the best guide to getting started in something I've ever seen in my life.
I strongly recommend giving this book to anyone with an interest in amateur astronomy. It is the best guide to getting started in something I've ever seen in my life.
Hurry Buy THIS book
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Review Date: 2008-02-23
Review Date: 2008-02-23
If you are a beginner, buy this book immediately. It is probably fabulous for the rest of you, too. :) I am just getting started myself and have spent just a short time with it. I look forward to learning and appreciating it even more. Beginners absolutely need it. Try to read before you get a telescope, but even if you have made a purchase, will be able to help you make best use of it and help you avoid frustration.
This book is first of all beautiful with many color photographs to enhance the comprehensive text. The content is engaging and easy-to-understand.
Buy, enjoy, and have fun. Also, the book is worth the $35.00 price, but Amazon has a great discount.
This book is first of all beautiful with many color photographs to enhance the comprehensive text. The content is engaging and easy-to-understand.
Buy, enjoy, and have fun. Also, the book is worth the $35.00 price, but Amazon has a great discount.

The Synonym Finder
Published in Paperback by Grand Central Publishing (1986)
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An Invaluable Resource!
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Review Date: 2008-08-27
Review Date: 2008-08-27
This is an amazing book which is the last word in Thesauruses. It is over 1,350 pages. I have written three books using this Synonym finder and have found it to be invaluable! My copy has so many dog ears I probably need to open a kennel.
The Re-Discovery of Common Sense: A Guide to: The Lost Art of Critical Thinking
The Re-Discovery of Common Sense: A Guide to: The Lost Art of Critical Thinking
A necessity for any writer
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Review Date: 2008-05-20
Review Date: 2008-05-20
Although this is an older title I still use it quite frequently. If you do any kind of writing, whether academic/legal/leisure I highly recommend this book. Sometimes I just can't find the right word to convey the intended message so I open this up and 9 times out of 10 I come away with the word I'm looking for.
Writing Aid
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Review Date: 2008-04-05
Review Date: 2008-04-05
This book is a must if you are thinking of writing anything. Great buy, great condition - Thanks for the fast and honest transaction!
Writing reference
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Review Date: 2008-03-03
Review Date: 2008-03-03
The Synonym Finder is an excellent resource and should be on every writer's desk. This book was recommended to me and I am so pleased!
THE BEST SYNONYM HELP BOOK
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Review Date: 2008-01-08
Review Date: 2008-01-08
Flawless transaction, item as described, very happy with vendor and the way sale was handled, no problems at all, very prompt service, absolutely reliable. I love this book, if you need help with synonyms, this is the book!

Valley of Vision: A Collection of Puritan Prayers and Devotions
Published in Leather Bound by Banner of Truth (2003-03-01)
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Average review score: 

Worth Much, Much More
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Review Date: 2008-09-07
Review Date: 2008-09-07
These prayers and devotions are wonderfully written. Passionate and thought provoking. Many phrases will remind you of scripture. I read them over and over and discover new morsels to digest. I have given copies to my friends. I carry it right next to my Bible.
Amazing Devotional
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Review Date: 2008-08-11
Review Date: 2008-08-11
Valley of Vision is an incredible collection of Puritan Prayers that can serve as a great devotional for the true Christian. The humility, praise, and love for the Lord expressed by these Christians is awe inspiring and truly uncommon in this day and age. I whole-heartedly recommend this collection of mediations for the Christian following hard after Christ.
praying difficulty
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Review Date: 2008-07-02
Review Date: 2008-07-02
Are there times when you have difficulty going to the Lord in prayer? Begin reading this collection, pick any page and begin. These prayers will inspire your own prayer life and help you articulate your humility and your desire to honor, glorify and please God. There are prayers for repentance, conviction, awareness of the Holy Spirit and many others as well as morning and evening prayers. You'll be awestruck by the language of the authors as they go to the Lord in prayer.
Awesome
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Review Date: 2008-06-18
Review Date: 2008-06-18
Wonderful service and product. I would highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a supplement to their daily devotion.
Great for Family Prayer times
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Review Date: 2008-05-22
Review Date: 2008-05-22
I bought this book for myself but I have found that it is great for family prayer times. The prayers remind me of so many facets of my faith, my walk, and my God that I come away every time I read with a more firmly established belief in the power of God.

The Knitting Answer Book: Solutions to Every Problem You'll Ever Face; Answers to Every Question You'll Ever Ask
Published in Paperback by Storey Publishing, LLC (2005-10-01)
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knitting
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Review Date: 2008-07-25
Review Date: 2008-07-25
The Knitting Answer Book: Solutions to Every Problem You'll Ever Face; Answers to Every Question You'll Ever Ask I love this book. I am a long time knitter who needs good directions and don't always get them. Hopefully, this book will fill the need to help me interpret some of the questionable directions I have found in pattens and make knitting a more enjoyable and productive hobby for me.
New Favorite "Go To" Reference!
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Review Date: 2008-07-14
Review Date: 2008-07-14
I've been knitting forever, and have lots of books and magazines on the subject. This book is now my ultimate resource for clear instructions and tips for nearly every step of a project. There is no wasted space; every single topic is concise and logical. The question-and-answer format was a little annoying at first, but there's a good index in the back. BUY THIS BOOK before stocking up on more expensive, larger books that may not have the clear answers that this one does.
The "Always Has an Answer Book"
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Review Date: 2008-07-10
Review Date: 2008-07-10
As I am teaching myself to knit and crochet, many questions keep popping up during my projects. Though I have purchased a multitude of books, I find that only this book has the answers to the perhaps "offbeat" or unusual questions that I generate.
Knitting Answer Book
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Review Date: 2008-06-22
Review Date: 2008-06-22
Have yarn but am not great at remembering all of the different special stitches. This will be my reference as I start small projects. Need to get back in the groove. Great, clear reading and good illustrations.
Frustrating to use
Helpful Votes: 3 out of 3 total.
Review Date: 2008-06-30
Review Date: 2008-06-30
I admit that I carry this book in my knitting bag, and use it often, but I find it very frustrating to do so. I'm surprised at how highly it is rated by so many knitters. I bought it to be a reference quide that would be informative and thorough--more than a glossary, but still small enough to be carried in my knitting bag. It is thorough, informative, and compact, but as a reference guide it is lacking. For me, as a reference guide, the question and answer format is clumsy and gets in the way of finding information. That's not a big deal and I would overlook that if the index was robust and enabled me to look things up quickly, but that's the frustrating thing about this book. I'm not a novice, but I'm not always sure exactly what an abbreviation means or maybe I need to brush up on a technique I haven't used in 6 months or I wonder if there is a better way to do something. So I go to the index with a keyword in mind, but too often, it's not there; I have to think about what broader topic would include the information I'm looking for and work backwards. Given the way the information is organized, that isn't always easy and I've found myself skimming chapter after chapter to find something that should be an easy thing to look up.
As I said, I wanted more than just a glossary and when I do find what I am looking for I appreciate the detailed instructions and clear illustrations. I'm impressed with the amount of info in such a small book and there are lots of answers here. The problem is that most of the answers will only be found if you sit down and read the book chapter by chapter. If you have a specific question in mind, it will be hit or miss trying to find the answer. I realize that this book can't be all things to all people, but I have to think that because it is small, at least one of the intentions is that it be a portable reference guide. If that's true, then the content needs to be a lot more accessible. If the index was beefed up, I would recommend this book with 4 stars and feel that it's worthy of taking up space in my crammed knitting bag.
As I said, I wanted more than just a glossary and when I do find what I am looking for I appreciate the detailed instructions and clear illustrations. I'm impressed with the amount of info in such a small book and there are lots of answers here. The problem is that most of the answers will only be found if you sit down and read the book chapter by chapter. If you have a specific question in mind, it will be hit or miss trying to find the answer. I realize that this book can't be all things to all people, but I have to think that because it is small, at least one of the intentions is that it be a portable reference guide. If that's true, then the content needs to be a lot more accessible. If the index was beefed up, I would recommend this book with 4 stars and feel that it's worthy of taking up space in my crammed knitting bag.

Backstreet Boys: The Official Book
Published in Hardcover by Delacorte Books for Young Readers (2000-07-05)
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Average review score: 

Good Book
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Review Date: 2007-02-09
Review Date: 2007-02-09
I really enjoyed looking at the pictures and seeing some that I hadn't seen before. The Boys' captions were fun (and often funny) to read
Great!
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Review Date: 2006-05-25
Review Date: 2006-05-25
Have no words. Great book with lots of pictures. It's only till Millennium. But it's great book for it's price. Go on boys
Wonderful
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Review Date: 2005-01-21
Review Date: 2005-01-21
Wow I just got this book today and I love the stories the guys tell. The pictures are wonderful and if u are a fan you need this to see all sides of the guys. B.S.B now and forever.
BSB
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Review Date: 2003-09-19
Review Date: 2003-09-19
Definitly a must have for any BSB fan. With tons of rare pictures, this book is really all you need.
The best book
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Review Date: 2003-05-31
Review Date: 2003-05-31
This is the best book I have ever read, in music genre (of course). It has sooo many great pics in it, and the boys looks so good!!

The Faeries' Oracle
Published in Paperback by Simon & Schuster (2000-10-31)
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Average review score: 

Powerful cards
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Review Date: 2008-08-25
Review Date: 2008-08-25
I love collecting card since I like reading them, these are the most powerful cards, I respect them mre than my Tarot ones. They posses a magic and love beyond words
beautiful book
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Review Date: 2008-05-09
Review Date: 2008-05-09
beautiful book , beautiful art work , beautiful writing ! Very happy with my purchase !
I haven't used it but it looks like its a great experience
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Review Date: 2008-02-26
Review Date: 2008-02-26
I can't really review this book cause I haven't even had the chance to use this book but if I ever do get the chance to use it and have the wonderful experience of the oracle I think it would be a great experience. overall I like the cards and I thnk that I would really like it.
The Faery's Oracle!
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Review Date: 2008-02-23
Review Date: 2008-02-23
If you work with, or want to work with, the Faery beings, this lovely oracle deck can help bring you into contact with the Faery realms. It can be used as a meditative tool, as keys for connecting with certain Faery, or even contacting your Faery contacts who help you within the Other Realms. One thing I love is that the writer of the book and the artist push you to develop your own relationship with the Fey rather than rely soley on the book for interrpretations which is as it should be!
Hail to the Faeries!
Hail to the Faeries!
Delightfully Different
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Review Date: 2008-01-08
Review Date: 2008-01-08
I originally purchased these cards for a friend (on a whim) but when I saw them I was so enchanted by them I kept them for myself! (I'll order another set for the friend.) Their energy is delightful, intense, and a welcome change from the standard tarot deck. I like that the accompanying book is a hard-back and have found it a very useful guide to the cards. Users/collectors of tarot or other oracle-type cards should definitely give these a try.

Hope for the Flowers
Published in Hardcover by Paulist Press (1973-05)
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Average review score: 

Hopeful and Inspiring
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Review Date: 2008-08-16
Review Date: 2008-08-16
I'm not good with words, but I'm going to try LOL. This book is so simple, but powerful, a story that will never leave you and one we can all identify with. I find it so hopeful and inspiring, a great read when one "is down". Its not a religious book, but definitely has spiritual themes to it IMO. I read this book in High School and am middle aged now and still adore it, one of my favorites. I read it to my 7 and 5 yo girls and they love it too :)
The Butterfly Book
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Review Date: 2008-07-18
Review Date: 2008-07-18
I received a copy of this beautiful book from my best friend in 1975 as I flew off to join the service. All these years later, I still have my copy and have given out innumerable others to my teenage at-risk students, clients and other people I have encountered. It is a heartwarming tale filled with a huge amount of hope for the future. I especially like to present it to students who have just gone through a devastating relationship breakup, reminding them that it is all part of the process which is preparing them to meet their future life partner.
Hope for the Flowers
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Review Date: 2008-06-21
Review Date: 2008-06-21
I purchased this book for seven very special young girls who graduated high school and are heading off to college in the fall. The book is a children's story for all ages and gives an excellent message about life in that it encourages one to seek self established goals and achieve them while still maintaining a degree of intergity and self worth.
A book for all ages
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Review Date: 2008-04-02
Review Date: 2008-04-02
I was introduced to this book in a class provided by the company I work for. The class was entitled "Thinking Outside the Box". This class has been attended by executives and managers at large corporations the world over. I'm sure no one in the class expected the last activity to be reading "Hope for the Flowers" aloud. Although this is a "children's" book, it can be appreciated at many levels. I'm sure children will find it very entertaining and moving. However, the specific message relevant to adults is that "following the crowd" in the corporate world can be an empty pursuit, and that we all need to recognize the possibility of reaching for higher goals. The story is engaging, with two charming caterpillars as the main characters, and the beautiful illustrations of them and their exploits are very imaginative. We should all aspire to be butterflies!
Feel compelled to follow my life purpose
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Review Date: 2008-03-13
Review Date: 2008-03-13
A thought-provoking tale about life, curiosity, faith, hope, love and self discovery as a caterpillar learns about her life purpose. Although written and illustrated as a children's book, this book is clearly for all ages, adults and children alike. There are several lessons to be learned such as:
* Following your gut instinct or your calling
* The differences between a leader and a follower
* The consequences of striving to reach the top
* How every decision we make ultimately affects someone else
* The power of love, faith, and hope
After reading this book I felt humbled, inspired, and compelled to follow my life purpose.
* Following your gut instinct or your calling
* The differences between a leader and a follower
* The consequences of striving to reach the top
* How every decision we make ultimately affects someone else
* The power of love, faith, and hope
After reading this book I felt humbled, inspired, and compelled to follow my life purpose.

Food Lover's Companion, The (Barron's Cooking Guide) 3rd Edition
Published in Paperback by Barron's Educational Series (2001-03-01)
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Food Lover's review
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Review Date: 2007-09-12
Review Date: 2007-09-12
A marvelous book. Full of facts about food along with interesting related information. Truly a fun-to-read book as well as a valuable reference.
Food Lovers Companion
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Review Date: 2007-08-31
Review Date: 2007-08-31
This is a great reference book for anyone who loves to cook or just has an interest in foods of the world. At date I have bought 12 of them and have given them as gifts to friends arouond the world.
A Cook's Best Friend
Helpful Votes: 1 out of 1 total.
Review Date: 2008-05-16
Review Date: 2008-05-16
I found this book in the bookstore and thought it would help me with a new job as a cook. Well, it did more then that because it discribes nearly every type of term you could come up with when you cook.
I like how it discribes a particular food item and it's best usage. For example apple: Which are better for baking, eating, and cooking.
There are charts for every conversion possible and tables galor to help you prepare better meals.
I think reading this book has made my cooking at home better because it make me less scared that I might not get the correct taste by using the wrong foods. They even go gover you meat seltion and where they come from. This great for desiding what and how to prepare it.
The good thing about this comprehensive guide, is that there are no recipes with some minor exceptions; like a rux. This is good because it is a guide, not a cookbook.
Enjoy
I like how it discribes a particular food item and it's best usage. For example apple: Which are better for baking, eating, and cooking.
There are charts for every conversion possible and tables galor to help you prepare better meals.
I think reading this book has made my cooking at home better because it make me less scared that I might not get the correct taste by using the wrong foods. They even go gover you meat seltion and where they come from. This great for desiding what and how to prepare it.
The good thing about this comprehensive guide, is that there are no recipes with some minor exceptions; like a rux. This is good because it is a guide, not a cookbook.
Enjoy
Every cook should own this
Helpful Votes: 1 out of 1 total.
Review Date: 2008-02-18
Review Date: 2008-02-18
For the past 4-5 years I've been trying to learn how to cook and of all the cooking books I have, this is one that is ALWAYS stuck between my desk and my kitchen for easy grabbing. No other book as been as handy as this, with the exception of my substitution book that sits right next to it.
It's also a great idea to include this in start kits for new cooks. Anytime one of my friends asks me what books they should get as starters I recommend this.
It's also a great idea to include this in start kits for new cooks. Anytime one of my friends asks me what books they should get as starters I recommend this.
It never leaves my desk
Helpful Votes: 2 out of 2 total.
Review Date: 2007-08-22
Review Date: 2007-08-22
As a professional working in the industry, my yearning for culinary information never subsides. It may very well be insanity that causes me to focus so strongly on my profession, but I'm always reading and watching culinary related books and TV shows. Very often, you'll find that books and television don't always explain certain bits of information as well as you'd like if at all. And even then, their information is sometimes flat out wrong. That's when I turn to this book. It took years of convincing for me to give this book a try, but now it's the only food reference book that has it's very own place on my desk at home.
The book is basically a food related dictionary that describes a bit about history or culinary uses of nearly every culinary item, ingredient, or term. It also has a very helpful appendix that lists ingredient equivalents such as 8oz dry pasta noodles equals 4 cups of cooked, 15 graham squares equals a cup of crumbs, or 1 cup of dried pinto beans equals 2 1/4 cups of cooked. The appendix also lists substitutes for both ingredients and volume, high altitude baking adjustments, boiling points, temperature and metric conversions, oil smoke points and food label terms as well as consumer information sources.
If I'm looking for extremely in depth information on an ingredient or foodstuff, I may open up Larousse Gastronomic. But if I need the quick down and dirty on a cooking term or a conversion of some sort, which is more often than not the case, I grab this book.
The book is basically a food related dictionary that describes a bit about history or culinary uses of nearly every culinary item, ingredient, or term. It also has a very helpful appendix that lists ingredient equivalents such as 8oz dry pasta noodles equals 4 cups of cooked, 15 graham squares equals a cup of crumbs, or 1 cup of dried pinto beans equals 2 1/4 cups of cooked. The appendix also lists substitutes for both ingredients and volume, high altitude baking adjustments, boiling points, temperature and metric conversions, oil smoke points and food label terms as well as consumer information sources.
If I'm looking for extremely in depth information on an ingredient or foodstuff, I may open up Larousse Gastronomic. But if I need the quick down and dirty on a cooking term or a conversion of some sort, which is more often than not the case, I grab this book.
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