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As a graduate of the U.C. College of Pharmacy, I found this book most interesting and memory jogging. It is a great undertaking that chronicals the history of the oldest school of pharmacy west of the Allegheny mountains. The important book took a massive amount of work to compile, with the help of scores of individuals who are credited in the book. The period from 1850 when Cincinnati College of Pharmacy was founded, through joining with U.C., to the offering of the Pharm D degree is covered. History is divided into chapters to show the earliest years (1850-1871) to the Fennel Years, depression and war years, to the 4 "Dean" years. A complete register of students by year and name, along with their degrees from 1873 to 2000 is provided !! It is fascinating to review how the practice of pharmacy has changed dramatically over this period and how the curriculum has been updated to meet the changes,challenges, and the needs of patients. 14 pages of detailed notes regarding the book are provided. Anyone believing that pharmacy is not a dynamic ever-changing profession will discover the truth in this volume. Most intersting is the chronicalling of pharmacy education during its infancy all the way to the 21st century. The University of Cincinnati periods are titled with the Deans' names: The Kowalewski Years, The Glasser Years, The Warner Years, and the new century with the Acosta years. There is a wealth of information in this book's 235 pages, along with some interesting pictures. They brought back memories to me personally, from the mid to late 50's, with Dean Joe teaching the freshmen "History of Pharmacy." Dean Joe personally interviewed each student prior to admission, and knew each student by name, and the pharmacy where he or she worked. This book is most informative, interesting, and well worth reading.

This book is an institutional history of the College of Pharmacy of the University of Cincinnati prepared in commemoration of its 150th anniversary. Begun in 1850 as a private school of pharmacy under the sponsorship of the Cincinnati Pharmaceutical Association, the school remained independent until its merger with the University of Cincinnati in 1954. The book is divided into eight chapters, the first four of which deal with the independent school, and the last four (organized by College Dean) with its history after the merger. The book concludes with six appendices listing students, faculty, etc., a bibliography, and a section of notes. As is to be expected, the book deals largely with administration, faculty, and building changes, though the authors' also make some attempt to trace changes in the curriculum and to set their story within the context of the city's history and important developments in the history of pharmacy as a whole. Indeed, each chapter concludes with a time line, summarizing both local and national developments.
Though books of this type are seldom of interest to readers who are not among the faculty, students, or alumni of the school itself, they are of vital importance as the first stage of documentation for larger, more generalized histories. And, as any one who has ever worked on such a history knows, they involve an incredible amount of painstaking research to track down names and dates. The authors are to be congratulated on a job well done and the College of Pharmacy for its willingness to support this historical endeavor.
As the book's acknowledgements indicate, among the rich archival sources available to the authors were the wonderful collections of the University of Cincinnati Medical Heritage Center, assembled over the last 30 years by Billie Broaddus, and strongly supported by the College of Pharmacy. Consequently, it is ironic that this book's publication should be followed by the announcement that the University has seen fit to close down the center and disperse its holdings - a tragic event, not only for the Cincinnati medical and pharmaceutical community, but for historians in general.

Alexander Bird's book is a concise, solid and thorough introduction to philosophy of science. As such, it covers all the major topics in a typical (Anglo-American) university course on philosophy of science -- explanation, theory change, scientific realism, laws of nature, causation. Neighbouring fields are also discussed in some detail, plus some (at times original) new examples. The author makes clear that he has no intention of covering non-standard (or non-philosophical) approaches to science -- hence, there is little history of science, no detailed case studies and no SSK or science studies. The author is open about these limits, and they do not diminish in the least the usefulness of the book for any university/college course in mainstream philosophy of science. Yet another example of a good British (or should I say Scottish?) philosophy textbook!

Get this book. Great explanations to give professors! Good advice for term papers. Written by a man who cares for struggling philosophy students everywhere.

Thank you, Alexander Bird.

Lazslo Frobion

I really enjoyed this book. It brings to an end one of the best trilogies I have ever read in SF. The characters are,as ever in a Jones novel, well developed in a 3 dimensional way (no make that 4 dimensions since time is a very important element). The development of the electronic arts scene is mind blowing. The science is convincing. There is rather a lot of weird sex but who's complaining?

I was just sorry when it ended that I would not be meeting these people again.

In White Queen the aliens arrived, and not everyone on Earth was pleased. North Wind brought us back to an Aleutian-run Earth. With Phoenix Café, three hundred years have brought us to a nearly decimated Earth, but one with a united purpose -- everyone wants the Aleutians gone, especially the Aleutians. Miss the Aleutian characters from previous books? You're in luck. Or not. Almost no one in Phoenix Café is who or what they appear. That's part of what Jones does best, destroying assumptions and keeping the reader off-balance. Assumptions about sex and sexuality are the first to go.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book, especially having read up a little about Grace O'Malley in the past. The suspense was good almost all the way through, and I learned more about the history of the relationship between Ireland and England.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book, especially having read up a little about Grace O'Malley in the past. The suspense was good almost all the way through, and I learned more about the history of the relationship between Ireland and England.

Experience shows--the authors of this traditional folk tale from Italy have clearly honed it through repeated oral tellings. The story flows smoothly and concisely, with a clever twist at the end. Lush illustrations complement a text perfect for beginning storytellers to learn and tell, but for those preferring to read the story aloud, the font is even big enough to read to a group of children without your glasses!

Award-winning collaborative writers Martha Hamilton and Mitch Weiss present Priceless Gifts, a picturebook set back in the centuries when merchants sailed the seas in pursuit of spices and seasonings, which were so rare that only the wealthiest could afford them. When Italian merchant Antonio sails to the Spice Islands, he meets a king plagued with rodents. Fortunately, Antonio has just the right remedy aboard his ship - a pair of cats! Richly repaid for his gift, Antonio retells his incredulous story, incurring the jealousy of rival merchant Luigi. "'The king of that island gave Antonio all those rare jewels and stones for two worthless cats,' Luigi said to himself. 'Why, the poorest peasant could have given him that gift. Imagine what the king would give me if I brought him something of real value.'" But when Luigi returns to the Spice Islands with riches of every conceivable sort, he fails to keep in mind what is not valuable to him is valuable beyond compare to others! Sweeping color illustrations embellish this story that young cat lovers especially will find delightful.

I've always read above my age level and some of them are confusing and I have no idea what they're talking about. Wishbone is a great book, it's not supit and it's not like most children books. The writer is wonderful and it makes you want to read the The Prince and the Pauper. Buy this book it's great for all ages!

This book was great. I spent nights reading it. It is a true adventure that will really want you to read more classicals.

I live in England but, do you know, I've never followed the activities of the royal family. It's not always something special when you've grown up with it all your life, and they've done much to let themselves down in the past 20 years, the poor souls. So I've never followed Prince William and, really, know nothing about him. That is, I didn't until I read this book. I was at O'Hare airport in Chicago, flying back to England, when I saw it in at the bookstall. Something made me take it off the shelf - I've no idea to this day why - and it caught my interest as I flicked idly through the pages. I immediately liked the writing style - it's very descriptive, but not too much: it's artfully done. Why, for just a few bucks I got to learn more, much more than I ever thought I'd want to know about William. But I enjoyed it! It's quite a rollercoaster story, and an amusing though pretty accurate insight into British life and culture, written by one who should know - The author biography says that Mr Buskin "is a British journalist". It shows. (It also says that another of his books, about Princess Diana, was a New York Times bestseller. That must be one heck of a book - I'm already looking out for a copy.) I think Buskin must be a pretty savvy guy, and he certainly writes a witty line reminiscent of the British Carry On films. For example, I think he had tongue firmly in cheek when he wrote: "And so the stage was set: His naughtiness was about to evolve into Dreamboat Willy."

The author promises to let the reader know: " Why William was know as 'Billy the Basher,' How he coped with his parents' troubled marriage, What he does for fun and excitement, Why his former nanny is now his closest friend, and How he feels about being popular with girls all over the world." Richard Buskin does accomplished these things. However, if one has kept up with the Royal Family, then, one know everything in the book and much more. Princes William possesses many more nicknames than just 'Billy the Basher.'

Despite this, the book is well-written which one can not say about many of the books written about Prince William. This book can be appreciated by adults and not just gushing teenagers who are crazy over Prince William. It's easy reading and can be easily read in an hour.

Richard Buskin has written several books about the Royal Family - Diana in particular.

Prince William has had to grow up rapidly considering the events which have taken place in his life. As everyone knows, the world is on the verge of a new millennium, and for William, the twenty-first century king, it appears to be there for the taking. There are many picture of Prince William from infancy to the present; however, there are no new ones.

Since the death of his mother, the late Diana, Princess of Wales, Prince William has grown into a mature young man, and whatever the future holds, the eyes of the world will certainly be on Prince William.

This is a paperback book which contains 159 pages and measures 4x63/4 inches.

I was disappointed that this book was not for a 4 year old. My 3.5 year old daughter's name is Ellie and she loves all things princess. I tried reading this to her but could not keep her attention because there are no real pictures (just a few sketches). I guess I'll try again when she gets a couple years older.

The Princess Ellie books have two things that make them wonderful. First, they are pure escape. Ellie has no connection to reality as she is a princess having everything handed to her and her greatest struggle is having a life for herself. Next, the stories are light and fun with lots of silly plot twists. The King and Queen are completely obtuse and it is always Ellie that saves the day.

My 7 year old daughter found this series while we were in London this June. Naturally they were a hit since horses and princesses are two of her favorite things. It also helps that there is a little mystery thrown in. She reads them from cover to cover in one sitting. And she often re-reads them when she is finished. The stories are appropriate and interesting and the characters are loveable.

My 7 year old daughter discovered Princess Ellie books this past summer. She is always anxious to hear the next chapter every evening to see how Princess Ellie will solve her lastest problem revolving around ponies (hers or ones that show up in the books). We found this book fun because Princess Ellie is given instuctions how to deal with the press; and she has to figure out how to solve a mystery without breaking too many of her how-princesses-should-act rules.

My 7 year old daughter found this series while we were in London this June. Naturally they were a hit since horses and princesses are two of her favorite things. It also helps that there is a little mystery thrown in. She reads them from cover to cover in one sitting. And she often re-reads them when she is finished. The stories are appropriate and interesting and the characters are loveable.

My 4 year old loves princesses and she enjoys this cute little book about Jessica, a young lady who likes to play make-believe princess. She even has a tea party with her other princess friends. A delightful book for little princesses everywhere!

I bought this for my 3 year old daughter who is all girl. She is just like Princess Jessica and loves to dress up and play pretend. It even has a real world older sister who makes fun of Princess Jessica for dressing up but the young girl stands up for herself and has a ball.

I can't tell you how many times my daughter has gone out in public in dress up clothes or wearing all her jewelry (just like Princess Jessica) but I've learned to be proud of her individuality and style.