ABC Books

The ABCs of Hormones is a welcome addition to the Keats's family of Good Health Guides. Author Jack Challem, who has written extensively in the health field, says that "hormones are unquestionably among medicine's most powerful, more remarkable drugs."

The body produces at least 200 different hormones. Challem chose the ten most common to describe in detail: melatonin, DHEA, pregnenolone, estrogen, testosterone, insulin, thyroid, adrenocortical, and human growth hormones. Challem gives a brief explanation of how each hormone works, and the symptoms of hormonal imbalance. He then discusses natural alternatives for each.

Challem also includes advice from several medical doctors, who warn people about the dangers of taking hormones indiscriminately. He also condemns the aggressive marketing efforts of the major drug companies. He quotes Dr. Susan Love as saying that "one of the most powerful marketing techniques used to influence both doctors and patients is the manipulation of fears of aging and death." Challem emphasizes that "there's no agreement about the benefits of hormones when used as an antiaging therapy."

Hormone therapy has, of course, saved many lives, as the millions of people taking insulin for diabetes will attest. Challem's message to people is that hormones "are drugs, and they are very powerful drugs." Just because many of them are easily available OTC doesn't mean they are safe. The ABCs of Hormones will provide readers with the basic information they need to decide whether or not they should take supplemental hormones, and if so, how much and in what form.

Filled with practical tips and expert advice on everything from writing cover letters that get noticed to preparing for interviews and evaluating offers, "The ABC's of Job-Hunting for Teachers" is a must-read for anyone searching for a teaching job.

This book is cleverly organized and includes humorous anecdotes and cartoons that let the applicant know not only what to do, but also what not to do when applying for a job. The information is up-to-date and, by discussing everything from appropriate dress and the importance of proofreading your
resume to understanding voucher programs and unions, the authors have made certain that no aspect of the job search is overlooked.

Michele L. Lucia, Ed.D.
Adjunct Professor, St. Mary's College of Education

We all know about basic principles of seeking, and achieving, happiness; so why don't we practice them?

We must keep reminding ourselves of taking responsibility for our lives in order to feel peaceful with ourselves and the life we have created. Stephen Covey's "Seven Habits of Highly Effective People" is a highly popular book with a similar theme. But this book uses the scheme of "ABC's", easier to remember than seven habits. It is written in a down-home common-sense style anyone can understand. It is written from the heart. The author's personal experiences are related in dry humor - the kind that made me laugh out loud to myself and want to read late into the night. In addition to the humor and real-life events, the unfolding of the "ABC" scheme is intriguing.

The book is a product of letters written by the author to his daughter at key times and events, beginning with her graduation from high school. It is not so much "advice" but more "what I learned about life." Perhaps because this is a "true story," the letters were actually received over several years by the daughter, the book is so compelling for me. I cried when I wondered what it was like to receive these letters at unexpected times. I realized that I would like to have received such affirmation from my father. I cried when I realized I could have, but didn't, write such letters to my now-grown children.

I stopped in my tracks when I realized I now have grandchildren who would benefit from such affirmation from me. So I am buying copies as gifts for teenagers and young adults. And a couple extra for my grown-up friends and relatives!

This book is awesome for children who are learning to read. Whether they are starting at 3 or working on it at 8 years old, the book is clear in its use of sight words, has entertaining illustrations, and content that you want your children to learn i.e. healthy habits and good manners. I highly recommend this book to any family with children learning to read.

the ABC's of Motocross is one of the cutest books ever great pictures

ABC-Computer i want to know about it i mean history

My daughters love this book! They are 6 and 4 and this book has been a terrific tool to teach both the alphabet and Bible stories. The illustrations are vivid and fun, and the stories about Bible characters have been interesting and engaging to them. Ask them what 'A' is for, and they'll tell you "Adam!"

No doubt Ken has made a killing marketing his expertise through book sales and seminars. But don't get it twisted. Ken's expertise is real, hard-won, and proven. Be careful who you get your investing advice from. A property manager may be the most important person on your team - and that's Ken!

He does not suggest that real estate investing is an easy way to make millions by only working 1 hour a week, with one hand tied behind your back - as so many real estate "gurus" suggest. It aint a gripping, emotional appeal to lead millions to become real estate investors like an alter call at church.

It's a textbook, of sorts. I have successfully incorporated his conservative, methodical approach to my due diligence process for acquiring investments.

Think about it: The marketers who made millions selling 'no money down' and 'weekend millionaire' how-to books are now selling how-to make millions buying foreclosures (From the poor, would-be investors who bought their first books, over-leveraged themselves, and now contribute to the flood of foreclosures on the market! Hmmmmm.).

I read this book years ago in the 5th or 6th grade. It's a very accessible introduction to the main ideas of relativity. I remember finding it extremely exciting. Bertrand Russell is one of the most lucid writers of all time.

At first, I just went to the place at amazon where it says: "Already Own It? Rate It" and I clicked on "five stars." Then I was referred to other books I might like based on my rating. They referred me to books about writing for children! NO. This book is not about the ABC's. It is about scapegoating. Glasser is a psychologist who works a lot on helping people (children and adults) learn to take responsibility for personal behavior. Children and adults need to break free of the "blame game." This is an insightful little book. I highly recommend it.