Original Books

Tillinghast has no collection of writings he set aside for people to read. Rather, he was a constant contributor to magazines such as Golf Illustraited, and aside from this seemed to be content to allow his work to speak for itself.

This collection of essays which appeared in various publications cover mostly Tillinghast's aesthetic views of course design, rather than course strategy exclusively. He discusses setting, bringing character to individual holes based on peculiar, often natural features found near or on them, an the incorporation of historical spots into the mystique of a site (the most famous example associated with Tillinghast being the naming of Baltusrol).

While the focus is mostly on what makes a course both beautiful and functional, several articles are dedicated to construction of interesting golfing holes. Probably of greatest interest is his thinking on three shot holes, which can so often become dull in their design due to their length.

Aside from the articles themselves, numerous photos, drawings, and course maps are provided, which by themselves illuminate much of this classic course designer's thinking.

Tillinghast courses seem to make a near yearly appearance in major golf tournaments, ranging from the US Amature to the Open. Coming to know more about the architect can only bring greater appreciation for his courses and the game itself.

If you love golf and appreciate what a makes a great golf course, then this is the book that will add to your enjoyment of every hole you play. It will also aid you in your criticism of your greens committee when they want to lengthen a hole or add a bunker or two, or just change for changes sake. Despite the fact that the articles were written in the early part of this century, they are totally relevant to today's golfing problems - overplay, balls that go too far, courses that need to be acceptable to both the tiger and the rabbit, etc, etc. If you've played on the world's best, love golf, have an eye for a great golf hole and course - and you love books, then read and appreciate the majesty of a great design mind. Here is a master at work. Without Tillie, the likes of Trent Jones (all of them), Bob Cupp, Nicklaus (all of them), etc, etc would be without inspiration. Jay Morrish is the nearest in modern times to him for sheer poetry of layout. But that's not forgetting Ross, Mackenzie, Colt, et al whose courses are also wonderful. Read and enjoy - it really does make the course beautiful.

A collection of Tillinghast's writings, how he approached the land, trying to retain the 'naturalness' of the terrain. His thoughts about the overall layout, etc. Certainly explains why his courses have stood the test of time. As a printer, I would commend the publishers and their printer for making a black and white book look so good !

Max and Moritz, the turn of the century German bad boys in the tradition the South Park kids, and The Simpsons: the fun way to learn German. Something like Kenny, Max and Moritz die but live on in our memories as obnoxious heros. Forget those crusty phrase books and stuffy texts. This is good for the advanced beginner or intermediate learner. I remember the pictures from childhood and it is fun to learn to read the German words now. The exercises are somewhat helpful; the text has been cleaned of any turn of the century idiom that might confuse. I have found reading German children's books to be the funnest, most engaging way to learn German. Pictures are always good. Most of those unfortunately do not have dictionaries in the back like this copy of Max and Moritz does. Not a whole lot of material, but a fun and effective learning tool.

This book is part of a genre of cautionary tales that was big in Europe, especially Germany, around the turn of the century that had its roots in fairy tales (the REAL ones, told by old wives living in dark forests, not those that were collected and sanitized by Perault, Disney, et al.) What distinguishes these stories from more traditional fairy tales is that punishment is not meted out by supernatural forces or angry Kings. Instead, the characters meet their just desserts as the result of some sort of irony. Like most books in this genre, Max and Moritz begins by accounting the cruelties committed by a couple of sociopathic children in cute rhyming verse (adding to its effect) with accompanying illustrations, then towards the end shows how their actions backfire, leading to their own horrible demise. Although these books were innocently meant to scare children into behaving, the ironic nature of the villians' demise actually suggests that they are not being punished for their actions, but are just victims of a cruel, chaotic world themselves. If only they put more thought into their cruelty, they could have gotten away with it. However, this is the reflection of an adult. As a child, this book both fascinated and scared the (...) out of me, making it far more effective than any fairy tale.

This book is of particular interest because the characters of Max and Moritz are the clear inspirations behind the Katzenjammer Kids, a newspaper comic strip that was popular throughout much of the 20th century. This book is considered a classic of this genre.

This is one of the novels I read as a child over and over again. When I lost it years later I was so happy when my mother purchased the book for me again on one of her visits to our relatives. One of the easy ways as a child (adult) to learn a different language is through stories.

This is a great book. I recommend it for anyone interested in Dianetics. Read it from cover to cover and then maybe reread it! But at least read it once!

Wanting to know the history and begining of scientology, I was directed to this audiobook. I found it very intreging and and easy to follow, The paperback book that accompanies it has all of the terminology and definitions. I would recommend it to all.

This is the first book written on this subject, (Dianetics) written almost 50 years ago. It's put forth in a manner that is easy to understand and will give you an understanding of why people continue to use this information to improve their lives and why this subject continues to grow in popularity

Once in a great while an author tells a story that is both awe inspiring and down to earth at the same time. , Dayton O. Hyde, author of "Don Coyote" has compiled such a work. His tale is the great American novel that not only speaks, but also sings from the heart, Hyde's story is told from his own point of view, and is about his life as a struggling cattle rancher in Oregon and the amazing friends one can meet thru tolerance and understanding. His is a tale of the brilliance one gains when one stops and listens to his environment instead of destroying it. It teaches that one can live in harmony with all of its creatures. In Hyde's life he has experienced the hardship of honest work, the toils and troubles of dreams not working out, and the friendship of one extraordinary creature. When Don Coyote first came into Hyde's life he was but a nuisance, a so called "threat" to his cattle, a threat that by all of the old laws of the west needed to be poisoned and snuffed out of existence imeadetly. Hyde was a good rancher, a good husband to his wife and a good father to his children, an over all a good person. So when it came time to raise his rifle in Don's direction Hyde couldn't kill him, no matter the old myth that coyotes live to only kill sheep, and should be destroyed on sight .Hyde didn't know it then, but that simple decision to not take an "animal's" life would change his own forever. The New York Times Book Review says, "Mr. Hyde is an engaging writer, and he portrays his coyote characters as charming, quirky and almost irresistibly appealing. He also convincingly demonstrates the senselessness of those who kill the wildlife he loves." Experience the extraordinary true story of a man who decided to observe nature with not just his eyes but also his heart, therefore discovering that man is not the controller of his environment but very much controlled by it. Welcome one and all to a tale of true friendship and

camaraderie. "Don Coyote" was published by Ballantine Books and is available wherever Ballatine Books are sold. Also by Dayton O. Hyde: "The Major, The Poacher and The Wonderful One-Trout River," "One Summer In Montana" and "Thunder Down the Track."

Don Coyote is one of my favorite books of all time. I have just finished this book - again - as I have done every year since 1990. This book is such an easy book to read - it is very hard for me to put this book down once started - and every year I am re-aquainted with Don, Coy, and the Hyde family. I have recommended this book (and the author) to my friends and family and cannot wait to share Don Coyote with my grandchildren.

Dayton Hyde has a wonderful command of the English language and paints pictures with words so you can actually see whatever he writes about. The story was engaging, humorous, informative, and well-written. It is a story of his own struggle to be at one with nature and habitat. He taught his children this love. He was a good father and a good husband, and he maintains his sense of wonder throughout the whole book. He draws the reader into his thoughts and world. I loved the book. I have now read two that Dayton Hyde has written, and this was my favorite, but I loved both books. He is a man I truly admire. He is a good teacher. I read the books before giving them to my son for Christmas, and I want to give other people his book. He shares his life with several coyotes on his ranch and learns their ways and their habits. I learned a lot. Thanks, Dayton!!!

Great companion and elucidator to the complex mind of Dorothy Dunnett and House of Niccolo Series. Lots of fascinating info and translations.

Volume II of the Dorothy Dunnett Companion completes and expands the first Companion by documenting all of the novels in both the House of Niccolo and the Lymond Chronicles. It complements, not replaces, the first Companion.

For the devoted Dunnett reader, the Companion serves two purposes. Firstly, it provides a wealth of knowledge including translations of some of those non English phrases that made life difficult for some of us when tackling the books the first time around.
Secondly, and perhaps more importantly, it keeps Lady Dunnett's erudition and sparkling humour alive for us. We see the application of her knowledge in the novels themselves but here, first hand, we experience the breadth and depth of knowledge and research that made both series so special.

Highly recommended.

Jennifer Cameron-Smith

Dorothy Dunnett's profound erudition and unprecedented ability to incorporate information into her novels set her apart from many, if not most, authors of historical fiction. The fact that her novels are so packed with information (as well as plot) is one of the reasons I love her books so much. I read her books, I devour her books, and I always want to learn more about the time periods she evokes so effectively.

That is where this book comes in. The novels provide tantalizing glimpses into a rich and complex world; the Companion allows the interested reader to pursue these glimpses into the labyrinthine world of Renaissance life and politics. The Companion (and what I say here applies to both Volumes I and II) is organized alphabetically and makes it possible for the reader who wants to do so to learn more about the multitude of historical figures who are so beautifully woven into the novels.

The Companion also provides the means for tracking down the quotations and other rhetorical devices that appear in the novels. The Companion carefully provides enough information to educate the reader, but not so much as to give away any of the plots of the novels. This is a delicate task, but is accomplished beautifully.

We all miss Dorothy Dunnett. May her novels long survive in print, and may the number of her fans continue to grow. Books like the Companion will help to make sure that both of these exhortations remain reality.

Excellent. I bought this as a gift for my sweetie who is a huge Batman fan. He LOVED it!

OK, many have complained that this book is not "up to date" and they are completely correct! However, that was never the point in re-printing this book. This book is for all of us bat-fans who remember it from the 70's and have had a hell of a time trying to find it again since it has been out of print for decades.
One thing to remember is that when this book was published in 1976 it was already 10 years out of date! The bat-history contained within stops at 1965 and that means no Man-Bat, no Ra's Al Ghul or anything else that has happened since 1966 onward.
The information that is included is VERY complete. There is just about EVERYTHING from Batman's golden age and part of the silver age with an alphabetical listing of all things Batman. Ever wonder what was in Batman and Robin's utility belts? Wonder no more, you can find out here (with pictures no less). Those wanting a more general overview of the caped crusader may be better off with Batman: The Ultimate Guide to the Dark Knight

I have an original copy of this great bok. I bought a used copy off of Amazon
about a year or two ago.I first read this book as a kid many, many years ago.

As a kid this book was a lot of fun to read. It still is. It covers more about Batman than any book out there. You will learn everything you would like to know about the Darknight Detective (From his beginings up until the 70's). I happened to see the book at my local bookstore last week. I was really happy to see that they have reprinted it for newer generations. I was tempted to buy myself a copy but I am happy with my used one. I think I will buy one for my nephew who is also a Batman fan.

So if you want to know about how Batman learn to throw the batarang, if you want to read about the two Batgirls and Batwoman. if you want to read about Alfred's time as a vilian who vexed Batman and Robin, if you want the low down on Bat-villians and Bat-friends...and if you just want to sit down, relax and enjoy reading the legend and lore of one of comic-doms greatest heroes then this book is for you.

DC has also reprinted the Superman and Wonderwoman encyclopedias (original copies which I also own). I recommend them also.

Fun stuff.

Buy and enjoy!

You may think that Bobby D is the man, and you'd be right. But do you really understand WHY he is the man? Douglas Brode does, and in this project, he lays out all of the reasons De Niro has become one of the most prolific actors of his time. Informative and entertaining, The Films of Robert De Niro is a must read for fans of the actor and his movies.

This series of books is always outstanding for the bunch of pictures it contents. But the text equals the image, there's a lot of research for each movie De Niro's done -critic-guru Pauline Kael's comments among others-, and a few insights on the flaws of some of his movies, that may give you the right impression that this author knows some things about craftsmanship.

Robert De Niro is without a doubt one of the best actors of all time. This wonderful in-depth book covers his film career, from his early student films of the 60's with Brian De Palma through 1998's "Ronin". It briefly mentions his roles after "Ronin" and ends with "Meet the Parents" and "Men of Honor". As this fourth edition was published in 2001, an updated fifth edition is badly needed. But, even the most hardcore De Niro fans like me must admit that he hasn't had many memorable roles since "Ronin", although "Analyze This" was very funny.

When looking through this book I'm surprised at how many De Niro films haven't been released yet on dvd. With each of his movies, the author lists the cast, gives a plot summary, and tells how the critics and public reacted to each movie upon its initial release. There are hundreds of great photos from his movies (including a nice color section in the middle of the book) that fans will appreciate. I was already a major Robert De Niro fan before I bought this awesome book, but reading it helped me discover many more of his great movies. This book is an absolute must for any De Niro fan!

In a wonderful and original way to approach the eternal story of forbidden love, Caroline B. Cooney blends the confusion and passion of adolescence with mystery, excitement... and a good deal of Shakespeare thrown in for good measure!
A lengthy read (my United Kingdom Scholastic Point edition has 309 pages,) Cooney has given herself the length necessary to chart the peaks, troughs and complications of infatuation, genuine love, parental disapproval, "the sins of the fathers", the role of the media and political manipulation- all shown through the eyes of contemporary teenagers. Through all this, the pace remains consistently rapid; a real page- turner in every sense.
Multi- layered, complex and genuine: if only someone had given it to me before I read Romeo and Juliet for the first time! Comparisons to the recent Shakespearean film, though cinema-goers would certainly find this novel interesting either before or after viewing, are un-necessary, for Cooney's fiction is so powerful it doesn't need the gratuitous violence; her personalities act and work for themselves. Much to the author's credit, their weapons are words.
Teenage or adult? Male or Female? Studying/ Teaching Literature? Or just want a darn- good yarn? I say, "GO FOR IT!"

This book is about a girl named Annabel and her dad is a billionare. Her aunt, Theodora is a famous anchorwaman who has a secret that she didnt want to get out in the press. Jade, an average girl whose parents had adopted her, is determined to get to Theodora, because she knows she is her mom. No one believes her but she does look a lot like Theodora. Annabel meets Daniel at a high-society party and they fall in love. Then they find out that there is a secret that makes it forbidden for them to go out. Read this exciting book to see what the secrets are and what happens!

Forbidden by Caroline B. Cooney is one of the best books I have ever read. It tells the story of two young people desperate for love. One thing stands between Annabel Jayquith and Daniel Ransom's star crossed love, the murder of Senator Ransom who was shot to death as he stood to give his speech. Catherine Ransom and twelve year old Daniel watched as he died, and vowed they would find the murderer. A family made famous by a murder, looking for answers. But will the truth cause more pain? Ten years later, Daniel meets Annabel and they fall in love, but his search for his father's murderer leads him to believe Annabel's father is the killer. Daniel is faced with a life changing decision. Eighteen years ago, Annabel's aunt Theodora's career as a talk show host was flourishing when she became pregnant. She gave the baby up for adoption. Now Jade O'Keeffe wants everyone to know who her real mother is. Jade becomes jealous of Theodora and Annabel's relationship. She is desperate for love affection and attention, but how far is she willing to go to get them? Forbidden, is an intriguing romance mixed with mystery, suspense, and tragedy. I could not put it down. Every page is full of excitement and wonder. Every chapter is filled with suspense and some new little bit of information. It is fun trying to put the pieces together to solve the mystery first. If you liked Romeo and Juliet, you'll love Forbidden.

Forgiveness - to bury the proverbial hatchet with someone who has seriously wronged you in the past. Many say it's the best way to start to heal strained relationships. "The Forgiveness Myth: How to Heal Your Hurts, Move on And Be Happy Again When You Can't - or Won't - Forgive" disagrees with this notion and states that refusal to forgive is something that's healthy and happens to many people - and that forgiveness isn't guaranteed to work anyway. Instead it outlines situations where forgiveness would actually be a bad idea, and outlines alternatives to heal your emotions and to focus on yourself rather than the one who has wronged you - and how to forgive yourself for not forgiving others. "The Forgiveness Myth: How to Heal Your Hurts, Move on And Be Happy Again When You Can't - or Won't - Forgive" is a top pick for self-help collections and anyone who is torn inside due to their spite for another.

This book looks at forgiveness in a new light. The thought provoking questions helped me see that forgiving isn't the only answer. It helped me realize that my needs are more important than those of the offender.

A balanced perspective on a very emotional subject.

Until I read this book, I didn't see the inner struggle that I had regarding forgiveness.

I am a cabaret artist and I also coach students for extra income. This volume belongs in every serious musical theater and cabaret artist's library. Great stuff and wonderful for folks like me who only play piano adequately. Chords for guitarists and "cheaters" on all songs.

I have a huge amount of respect and owe John Bucchino a LOT!!! When I was selecting songs for a cabaret show I was writing, I hit a blank spot. A dead end. While I had a lot of songs, very few of them said EXACTLY what I wanted to say regarding intimacy and the possible repercussions of becoming close to someone. I found the CD that this songbook represents and everything became crystal clear. I love John's ability to express a multitude of feelings in a song. Since the performances on the CD can be intimidating, I urge you to take the songs in this book and make them your own. The piano part is written EXACTLY as you hear it on the CD, so if you have a talented accompanist, they will LOVE this book as their talents will shine along with yours as a singer / performer.

In some cases, the CD is difficult to find but order this book. Any musical theatre or cabaret singer owes it to him/herself to own this book.

Thank you John for your talent and taking the time to put what you were hearing in your head on paper. I, for one, am truly grateful.

Sincerely,
LaMont Ridgell

I'm sorry to say, I ordered this songbook before visiting the composer's Website, expressly to get my hands on the sheet music for "Grateful" in time for a Thanksgiving church service. I haven't checked the other songs, but it is inaccurate to say that the piano accompaniment as written in this book is exactly as it is on the CD. Fortunately, the composer offers transposed versions, including the key on the CD, for $5 on his Website. That's one thing to be Grateful for. I give the book 5 stars since it is still great music, whatever the key, but best to take a drive by your local music store and look at the book first before buying, or just buy the songs you want in the keys you want from Mr. Bucchino's Website.