Tools Books

Thousands of people use Google to search for information, so it makes sense to think of it as a business tool - especially when Google has invested time and effort into concrete tools to further this end. GO GOOGLE offers a guide to its applications, from Google Spreadsheets and Page Creator to Google Talk and more. From advertising a small business to getting it organized and calculating its hits and worth, GO GOOGLE covers all the basics with a focus on tailoring business needs to Google's many business offerings. An invaluable pick any computer or business library needs.

Diane C. Donovan
California Bookwatch

This is, in a way, an exploitation book. The tagline on the cover says "20 ways to Reach More Customers and Build Revenue with Google Business Tools". It's a little bit of a stretch to include Google Apps, a set of online business applications, in this rubric, but author Greg Holden pulls it off convincingly by comparing the utility and cost of Google Apps with its Microsoft counterparts.

Where you might expect simply a rehash of Google's own extensive help files, it is apparent that Holden has put considerable effort into actually learning the various tools that Google makes available.

For example, he adds insights that an unsophisticated user might not pick up on, such as adding Google Talk to your own website to allow direct live interaction with your own customers and prospects. This might be old hat to experienced web marketers, but not to neophytes.

Holden covers a remarkably broad range as do the Google tools he covers. For each of Google's services, Holden provides a detailed description and lots of hints and tips.

Overall, this is a surprisingly informative book. Those not familiar with Google will find it helpful as an introduction to all of Google's services.

Jerry

I originally bought this collection of Goal Setting Forms for my children, but quickly found myself making fast work of it for my own personal needs.

What you receive is a collection (multiple) of different forms, each with it's own purpose, and all designed to help you identify, plan, and post your goals for easy review and reinforcement. I highly recommend it for anyone of any age.

I have bought several of the books from The GoalsGuy series and was looking for tools that would help me to set my goals, not just keep them in my head. This collection is worth every penny and I highly recommend it. They are several types, each of which are helpful.

If your family is like ours, something is going on all of the time. Needless to say, it keeps a parent on their toes.

We have read a number of parenting books, including those which focus on behavior management throught conseqences.

Not to say that these books are without value. They do help. This book takes things to the next level.

If you want your children to learn important life values, then this is the book for you. The authors provide helpful suggestions on how to blend values with discipline in raising your children. The goal is to build a family with a sense of closeness as well as order.

Admittedly, it has taken a little time to adapt this new approach. My wife and I were raised differently and it takes time to develop new habits. I must say however, that we have started to see some positive changes in our household since incorporating the approaches mentioned in this book.

If you consider yourself a parent with "more to learn" then this book should be a consideration in your library of resource materials.

Another superb book from Dr. Scott Turansky and Joanne Miller
on effective parenting. Through out this book they deal with
various issues of parenting and provide very practical and commonsensical solutions. It is also a very interesting read as it contains very good illustrations and examples.

Highly recommended tool/book for Home Improvement !!!

I bought this book so that I would be able to purchase tools as gifts for my husband without having to ask him what to buy. I figured that would spoil any surprises. I know next to nothing about what to look for when purchasing tools, so this book has been an invaluable reference for me. It has definitely helped me make smart purchases and saved me money because the author does an excellent job of explaining the pros and cons of different tool choices. He also discusses and what to look for when selecting particular tools, so you know exactly what you want befor you make any purchases. I highly recommend this book.

Assemble a useful tool kit for a variety of home improvement jobs, from painting and plumbing to mechanical and tiling, with the help of Homeowner's Ultimate Tool Guide which explains how to use and select the right tools the first time. Tips include understanding tool applications, understanding the categories they belong in, and understanding the reasoning behind selecting one tool over a similar type. Color photos abound and enhance the result.

I picked up this book expecting the same old same old regurgitated information and found myself pleasantly surprised. Gorter's information was insightful, fresh, useful and in a format easy to read and understand. I would recommend this book to anyone in need of helpful information.

Great information for anyone seeking employment be they novice or experienced. Thumbs up on this one.

The names of the authors (Shadley and Davis) would be instantly recognizable to knife collectors as the recognized masters of the multi-blade pocket knife, perhaps the most challenging project for beginning knifemakers. As far as I know, this is the only book in print that addresses multi-blade knifemaking directly, and thus am pleased to find that it turned out to be a great buy.

This book describes in detail the whole process of design, construction, and finishing these mechanical marvels. The text is precise, complete, and most importantly for the non-enthusiast, refreshingly readable (light on knife jargon). Illustrated with clear diagrams and pictures on every important step and generously endowed with hints and expert advice from the authors, this book is a classic on this specialized topic. If you have any interest in pocket knives or have ever wondered just how much craftsmanship goes into making one of these knives by hand, you'll be glad you bought this book.

If you was ever intrigued by the multi-bladed folding knives, and wanted to know how to make your own, believe me - this is the book you need. I'm proud to have this book - since it showed me, exactly, how to design and construct all the little multi-bladed fascinating tools I ever wanted. If you want to make your folding knives too, buy this book and back to the bench! And good luck!

The kit as a whole is invaluable, bringing together "yarrow" sticks and coins with a book that reduces the interpretive material to a reasonable level for the beginner. The summary divination (image) reads well and seems to get the gist of the details over nicely, at least for me. Going to Ritsema and Karcher's larger, more exact translation provides an intermediate/advanced interpretation. One flaw: typos on the quick reference card for consulting the oracle with coins or sticks, mixing yin and yang--check the diagrams in the book instead, which are accurate.

I like this kit a great deal because it provides the tool necessary to properly consult the oracle. Further, it translates the hexagrams into language that is more palatable to the the Western ear. It is truly amazing that man has found a way to query and listen to the forces of nature that influence his life. This has helped me gain insight to many of my most puzzling life questions.

The book was first published by John Murray (Publishers)Ltd, London in 1983, now in its fourth printing, has 243 pages.

This is an authoritative, comprehensive and fully illustrated publication covering the Victorian and early Twentieth Century periods. This book is aimed at collectors who want a guide to help them identify a particular piece as well as those who want a more general history of needlework tools. There are hundreds of illustrated examples with full descriptions in the main text as well as the captions.

The main categories covered are: workboxes, sewing cases, emery and wax holders, pin cushions, thread containers, clamps, lace bobbins, tatting shuttles, chatelaines, needlecases, thimbles and thimble cases, scissors, tape measures, thread containers, crochet hooks and knitting and netting tools.

Very comprehensive history and photographs (black and white) of a range of sewing implements over time. Gay Ann knows her stuff and presents an excellent source of information for sewing enthusiasts.

This title is an excellent addition to information literacy publications that were mostly directed toward practicing media specialists. While this book is useful in this regard, it is also
suitable as a resource book for high school students as well as
for college students, teachers, administrators, and parents. Special features include Think Guides, appendices, annotated bibliography, and worked out examples throughout this volume. There are over 100 web sites as well as printed sources. Evaluation of internet sources is well covered. Recommended for 7-12 schools as well as community colleges.

This title is an excellent addition to information literacy publications that were mostly directed toward practicing media specialists. While this book is useful in this regard, it is also suitable as a resource book for high school students as well as for college students, teachers, administrators, and parents. Special features include Think Guides, appendices, annotated bibliography, and worked out examples throughout this volume. There are over 100 web sites as well as printed sources. Evaluation of internet sources is well covered. Recommended for 7-12 schools as well as community colleges.

When I wanted to make a career change, this book was my primer on the basics of CNC programming and machining. It helped me to quickly pick up the essentials of this manufacturing process. I recommend it to anyone who wishes to get a foundation or refresher course in the basics, such as understanding shop math, G code programming, tooling, set-ups, speeds and feeds etc. These are the necessary building blocks for success in this field.

This book is probably one of the best Tech texts that I have yet seen. It covers a wide range of topics and keeps the reader interested with very good photograps and 3D drawings. There are several chapters for beginners to deal with shop trigonometry, metalworking data, blueprint reading, as well as a nice overview of CNC Mill and Lathe programming.
If Peter Smid's book is the best reference on the topic of CNC Programming, this book certainly is a close second for value. This book's contents are not as advanced as Mr. Smid's work, but it is more than adequate for most students in college, university, and apprentices wishing to learn the trade.

Good job!

Peter Eigler