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This is an outstanding intellectual study of REH. Be sure to read as many of REH's stories as you can prior because this book takes excerpts of them to analyze. First read The Dark Barbarian 1984 by Don Herron. I couldn't put these books down! Both highly recommended!!

This book covers REH's thoughts on Darwin, Freud-The Id-Ego-Super Ego, and more. It really gets you thinking. When two young children fight they scratch and claw which is innate behavior and not learned such as boxing.

Visit your local Barnes & Noble bookstore - friendly customer service - and you can place your order for this book. Takes only a few days and it's free shipping.

Must Reads: Blood & Thunder, The Life & Art of REH by Mark Finn, The Last of the Trunk by Paul Herman, One Who Walked Alone by Novalyne Price - REH's girlfriend, Selected Letters of REH, The Beast From The Abyss about CATS, The Black Stranger & Other American Tales which has the scariest story called Pigeons From Hell, Dark Horse comics Pigeons From Hell & Conan, Two-Gun Bob; A Centenial Study of REH, Solomon Kane, Kull, Cormac Mac Art, Lord of Samarcand, All Weird Tales, Savage Sword of Conan 1970's B&W magazine by Roy Thomas & John Buscema, etc.

We all owe huge gratitude to Don Herron, Glen Lord, Mark Finn, Paul Herman, Rob Roehm, Novalyne Price, Roy Thomas, Dark Horse comics, John Buscema, and everyone that has kept REH's legacy alive. Thank you very much.

An excellent follow-up to Don Herron's "The Dark Barbarian". If you want to find a guide to understanding the power and depth of Robert E. Howard's writings, look no further. All of the essays are so good, I won't waste my time trying to narrow down stand-outs. Each essayist achieves his individual goal of casting light on a certain aspect of REH's literary output. Enjoy.

The Barbaric Triumph examines important aspects of the life and work of Robert E. Howard -- the originator of the Sword-&-Sorcery fantasy genre and the creator of Conan the Barbarian. Featured are essays by Leo Grin, Edward A. Waterman, Charles Hoffman, Paul Spencer, Mark Finn, Steven R. Trout, Lauric Guillaud, Scott Connors, George Knight, Don Herron, and more. From the phantoms of Hate simmering beneath Howard's blood-drenched prose to Howard's lifelong interest in philosophy, from Howard's visionary use of the American Frontier Myth to his tales of boxing, The Barbaric Triumph builds on the pioneering research of Herron's previous book on Howard, The Dark Barbarian, and takes it to new levels.

The book features 11 essays including the prophetic 1943 fan article "A Voice from the Past" by Paul Spencer; a reprint of one of the first essays that unveiled the profound thought that is found in Howard's work, "Conan the Existential" by Charles Hoffman; an excellent article on Howard's love of boxing and its manifestation within his work in "Fists of Robert E. Howard" by Mark Finn; "The Shadow of a Soul on Fire" is a wide ranging examination of Howard's philosophy and trend of thought stemming from the Romantic Age by Edward A. Waterman; "Heritage of Steel" by Steven R. Trout on Howard's use of the frontier myth; the insightful "Barbarism and Decadence" by renowned French scholar Lauric Guillaud; "Twilight of the Gods" by Scott Connors on Howard and fascism; a cosmic exploration of "Gigantic Gulfs of Time" in Howard's Conan and Kull stories by Steven Tompkins; "Lands of Darkness and Nightmares" by George Knight; "The Reign of Blood" by Leo Grin on Howard's use of hate in his work; and culminating with a survey of the current state of affairs in the Howard literary field, "The Barbaric Triumph" by Don Herron.

"THE BARBARIC TRIUMPH" is an achievement, arguably the most significant contribution to Howard studies to date." -- Charles Hoffman

This book is just great, it tells you everything you would ever want to know about the USMC, in just 1 book. This book tells you how the Marines fought, why they fought, how the fought, and where they fought. Its just a great book period.

This book is great. It doesn't have much technical info, but it more than makes up for that in the depth of the combat history of the Corps. Notice this book describes combat history, so you won't find a description of recruit training or anything, but you will find information on every Marine Corps combat action from when the first Marines fought(unnoticed by most)in the Revolutionary War to the Gulf War and beyond. Don't think this is just a general history book, because there are plenty of specific battles and actions described in good detail in this book. World War II is described more than any other conflicts, but otherwise all conflicts are described relatively equally.

Colonel Joseph H. Alexander has brought forth an outstanding book on "The Battle History of the United States Marine Corps". His skill in writing is further enhanced by his selection of photos, maps, and sketches, and the inclusion of sidebar stories gives the reader more "meat and potatoes" in regards to the men and machines of war.

Col. Alexander's manner of writing and attention to detail brings you up close and personal without over-glorifying battle. The narratives as well as true-life events are quite captivating, and will hold your interest from beginning to end. It's refreshing to note that the book does not bog down in trivial detail, but keeps moving right along taking the reader from one account to the next.

Upon finishing I would recommend getting a copy of "A Fellowship of Valor" on VHS tape, to accompany the book. Both are extremely well done and give you the very essence of the USMC.

This one book says it all when it comes the United States Marine Corps!

This book is an actual 10 star book. It is the best Wishbone book I have ever read, as well as the best Book I have ever read. This story was the most exciting one, and well written.

This book displays a full understanding to younger kids about classic tales. This novel is an easy reader to kids. I completely recomend this book.

This is such a good book and mainly because I couldn't find the treasure before the end of the novel. This took place in the Gulf of Mexico. I liked how the author described the setting. It's so cool when Wishbone talked to himself. 5th grader - Nick Gormican

This is simply a great book for small children. It's a classic, on the order of Goodnight Moon and Little Toot. What else is there to say?

"Beady Bear" was one of my favorite books when I was a little girl. Now that I am an auntie I have re-discovered it and purchased copies as gifts for my nephews and the children of my friends. I need Beady! Corduroy, too. This is a charming book, and with its easy-to-memorize verse employing "small" words it is great for beginning (or aspiring!) readers.

At 2 my daughter knows whats coming next. She fills in any rhyming word, or phrase. We love the story. It's a great bed time book. It's a nightly request! "I need Beady"

Shirley's a colleague and friend (disclaimer), but her new work via ALA is a much-needed cut-to-the-answers handbook for busy researchers, librarians, and information professionals. Kudos for the spirit of humor and yep-been-there tales that lace the solid tips and site information with her personal style and elan. I'll keep my copy right beside my autographed copy of Reva Basch's "Secrets of the Super Net Searchers." For serious Internet searching today, this is the guidebook to cyberspace.

As reference librarian at the North Dade branch of the Miami-Dade system, I have found this superior and more up to date than the mass produced guides found everywhere these days including the supermarket. Our two week old copy is already thumbworn as we keep it by our copies of the terminals for patron reference. I think we may order another one and hide for staff use only! Good job Ms. Kennedy...just keep updating the book!

As an instructor of Internet research to audiences at all levels, I appreciate the direct, no-nonsense, and humorous approach Kennedy takes. The author manages to demystify a subject that intimidates many, even some librarians, who would benefit from reading this book themselves before they check it out to their patrons.

This is book that every environmental economist should have in collection. It covers a wide range of issues from the many aspects of biodiversity to its assessment and conservation. Its content is systematic and somewhat technical, and yet accessible for non-biologists. I use this book as an aid for research, and I've found that the case studies to be quite helpful.

This is a book that every environmental economist should have in collection. It covers a wide range of issues from the many aspects of biodiversity to its assessment and conservation. Its content is systematic and somewhat technical, and yet accessible for non-biologists. I use this book as an aid for research, and I've found that the case studies to be quite helpful.

"Biodiverity II" is a fascinating and important collection of essays on nearly every facet of biodiversity. What makes this book so rich is that each essay is written by the leading expert in his or her field. And you don't need to be a scientist to enjoy Biodiversity II--I'm not, and I found it very accessible.

Sheppard, who passed away in 2004, wrote a memorable and thrilling memoir of his days in the navy. I have re-read it about once a year since I received it for my birthday several years ago. It is a gripping tale of a "Mustang" (a seaan who worked his way up through the enlisted ranks and finally made officer)in his first Westpac on a destroyer. It is a methodically spun story that opens a window to a myriad of things, from ship handling, psychological warfare among the officers(his relations with different officers), to the mechanics of prosecuting a submarine contact in an ageing WWII era destroyer. If you are remotely curious about the navy, the Cold War, or just want a good read that will be difficult to put down, this is your book. Enjoy.

Once I turned the first few pages of the book, I was caught. The author tells his story in such a way that you always want to see what happens next. There are few, if any dull moments in this book, and if you like stories of life in the military, you will certainly like this book. I laughed, I cried, I got it on sale. END

Commander Sheppard's work moves as fast as an action novel in his fine memoir as a mustang on his first ship as an officer.
Sheppard's skills and training are tested constantly by turf struggles and jealousies, but his innate abilities and determination win the hard-earned respect of fellow officers and crewmen alike.
As in his "Destroyer Skipper", Sheppard's work may be of interest primarily to those interested in U.S. Navy destroyer operations and shipboard life, but it may also be profitably read as a primer in leadership,
Highly recommended.
(The numereical rating above is a default setting within Amazon"s format. This reviewer does not employ numerical ratings.)

This book is written with sensativity and tenderness. Bringing to light a world that most of us don't know or even think about - What a mental eye opener. A must read!

"The Boy Who Saw Snowy Owls" looks at a jaded world through the eyes of a young retarded boy, Richie. Tenderly crafted by a seasoned wordsmith-who is a poet at heart-you'll marvel at Don Jacobs' skillful use of language and imagery. He's a writer's writer. His depictions of New England life are deliciously authentic.

"Snowy Owls" is a story of cruelty, compassion and deep love. It's also all about weakness, fallibility and heroism. But, most of all, it is the story of a young boy who never utters a word, yet captures your heart. You'll read this short work from cover to cover before putting it down! Here's hoping we see more from this author in the future.

A wonderful read about a young boy's simple look at life due to his circumstances. You'll giggle, you'll get angry and you'll cry, but you will not close the book disappointed.

As an instructional technologist for a progressive, comprehensive, rural community college, I observe and assist in the change process as it relates to teaching and learning. When I first saw this book advertised from Atwood publishing, I was intrigued by the title and felt this book would be a great addition to my professional library. Not only did this book exceed my expectations, but it provided me with a fresh perspective on the change process through helpful "real-world" case studies from leaders who are effective at their respective institutions. I would recommend this book as a "must read" for any leader or manager or perspective leader or manager in higher education.

The book is organized into three sections: an overview of change theory, case studies by effective leaders, and a summary with strategies that can be implemented at any higher education institution.

In chapter one, the authors make a strong case for a framework for organizational change that includes leadership, technology, and culture. In chapter two, the authors explore the differences between managers and leaders within the culture of higher education. Knowing the tradition and history of an institution is critical in facilitating effective organizational change. The authors also explore the culture, context and the environment of the institution and how it may impact effective leadership strategies. Various leadership styles are discussed thus providing valuable insight into the qualities needed in an effective leader. Chapter three provides practical leadership perspectives and strategies for deans and department chairs. Some of these strategies include a "hedgehog" or "fox" metaphor depending on the leadership styles a leader or manager may possess. The authors provide an excellent summary table that compares the two leadership styles as they relate to the organizational framework, leadership framework, change framework, conflict/problem framework, and pedagogical framework. An individual decision change process is also explored. In chapter 4, Christopher Musselwhite provides a comprehensive overview of managing change: styles, stages, and effective leadership for academic leaders. What I liked the most about this overview was the range of behaviors that leaders exhibited and how that impacts change. These behaviors ranged from "conservers" on the left, "pragmatists" in the middle, and "originators" on the right. Conservers prefer to work within the existing structure, are detail oriented, and don't like surprises. Pragmatists deal in outcomes, are peacemakers, appear more team oriented, and are less likely to have hidden agendas. Originators prefer quick and expansive change, are viewed as change agents, are often regarded as visionary, and are risk takers with big ideas. According to Musselwhite, knowing the behaviors and leadership styles from all three types helps a leader navigate the change process.

The second section of the book includes interviews from various leaders from colleges and universities. This section was very insightful. Each interview included similar questions that dealt with the individual's background and experience, leadership qualities, communication strategies, the drivers of change at their institution, their values, impact of technology, and where they see their institution in 5 years. I especially enjoyed reading the insights from Walter Gmelch, Dean of Education at Iowa State; Yasmen Simonian, Clinical laboratory Sciences Chair at Weber State University; Allen Mori, Dean of the Charter College of Education At California State University, Los Angeles; and Fred Hurst, Dean of Distributed Learning at Northern Arizona University. I appreciated the candor of the interviews and the valuable insights these individuals provide in exploring effective leadership practices.

In the final section, the authors compared and contrasted leadership styles, behaviors and theory with examples provided by the various interviews. This section provided the most benefit by showing how all of the pieces fit together. The authors summarized this information into a bulleted list for leadership characteristics for the future. They also provided a framework for the new academic culture for change.

I feel the authors were very successful in meeting the intent of their book. Not only is this text a solid academic resource, but also it is a practical "field guide" for leaders. The authors provided a well-written, collaborative resource for current and future leaders.

What I liked most about this book was the breadth and depth of exploration of effective leadership. By learning about various leadership styles and behaviors, I learned more about my leadership qualities. I have also used this book as a resource to evaluate and understand the leaders I work with on a daily basis. By identifying my strengths and leadership styles and those of my colleagues, I have started to employ new leadership strategies that are actually encouraging effective change to happen.

You don't have to be a dean or department chair to influence the change process. You just need to understand how effective change happens and how it works at your institution. This book provides an excellent resource to assist in this change process. It is a valuable reference for academic leaders or those involved in the change process.

Collaboratively compiled and expertly co-edited by Michael J. Johnson, Donald E. Hanna, and Don Olcott Jr., Bridging The Gap: Leadership, Technology, And Organized Change For Deans And Department Chairs is an impressively informative and strongly recommended anthology of interviews concerning the crucial responsibilities that academic deans have for maintaining the spirit of education and leading dynamic change to keep in line with new knowledge and leanings. Focusing on the keys to managing the dimensions of organized change - leadership, technology, and culture - Bridging The Gap offers a road map to adapting to both daily complications and long term shifts.

Bridging the Gap is a book whose audience is a relatively small niche but that niche effects a large portion of our society. This book is aimed at the middle layer of leaders in the colleges of the United States; specifically deans and department chairs. These are the people that affect change in colleges and universities from a powerful but less visible position because they are part of the decision making process in upper management and are the sounding board for those in the trenches of the lecture halls.

The editors approach the book in three parts. They begin with an overview of change theory laying a foundation that essentially states that being the conduit for positive change is one of the most important jobs these leaders have. The second part of this book consists of actual case studies. They have interviewed a number of deans and chair people from a variety of colleges and gotten their story regarding the joys, pitfalls and politics of making positive change a reality in this environment. The final section has a summary and suggested strategies that one might use in the college environment to lead as those who were interviewed have done.

I found this book to be very helpful and surprisingly insightful. I am new to the academic political hierarchy and now I am better prepared to seek out and pay attention to what I truly need to know. I also have a better understanding of where my strengths lie and what to keep in check. In some ways colleges, like so many companies, are going through growing pains as they keep up with the technological advances that force the old guard to change the way they do business, competition is simply too great to ignore the wired world of the 21st century. Additionally, I was surprised at how many academic leaders have no formal management or leadership training. They have simply grown through the ranks.

This book provides many perspectives and a suite of useful advice. If you are interested in being a leader or understanding what it takes to get things moving in the college environment I would highly recommend Bridging the Gap.

This is the 13th collection of writings of Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (LDS) author Hugh Nibley. All of his collected writings are worth reading, although some can be fairly esoteric (such as his writings on the Pearl of Great Price and Joseph Smith Papyri). I consider this his second best collection (just behind his masterful "Approaching Zion"). And I would never use the word "intellectual" to describe Nibley because so much he wrote condemned so-called intellectuals caught up in their love of academic robes, titles and disdain for the rest of inferior humanity.

The author was a scholar of the first rank - fluent in over 20 modern and ancient languages. He wrote many academic and popular articles published in both scholarly and religious periodicals. He spent most of his life as a Professor of Religion at Brigham Young University where he received just about every possible teaching honor. He influenced countless current scholars in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. There is an excellent biography written by Boyd Petersen (see my review). He was fairly controversial at times with his prescient pro-environment and anti-war opinions. One of his many children recently stirred up some muck by retrieving absurdly false memories of abuse that have been proven as false as any such charges can be by everyone involved.

This collection includes writings over the entire span of Nibley's writings. Some portions of the included articles are redundant as Nibley often used the same quotes and portions of previous writings in his articles. Nevertheless, these articles are excellent compilations of the teachings of the LDS church's second prophet, Brigham Young. These articles are divided into 4 sections: Environment, Politics, Education, and Leadership. In all of these, Nibley chastises complacency and points out needed improvements.

The unifying theme of all these writings is that Nibley transmits the ideas and quotations of Brigham Young. Although Brigham Young only went to school 11 days, his wisdom is nearly unmatched and Nibley uses Young's writings to good effect. By the end of the book, I had identified some 2 pages of quotes that I found memorable - about evenly split between those by Brigham Young and those by Nibley. Highly recommended.

Of the multi-volume series of Hugh Nibley compilations (all pretty good, actually), this is the most consistently accessible...probably because, like Brigham himself, these articles tend to focus on real-world, less academic issues than his highly technical theologial writings. Of particular interest are the articles concerning the environment, which (perhaps inadvertently) make a compelling argument that both Brigham Young and Joseph Smith were early exemplars of what we today call environmentalism. I believe that these writings can and will contribute to new phenomenon in the Mormon world: The gradual evolution of a new LDS environmental ethic.

Nibley's work on Brigham Young proves to be thought-provoking in a day when a lot of the books paraded before us are simply kitsch. Nibley does an excellent job in bringing out classic words from Brigham Young that have too long collected dust. The sections on education, patriotism, the environment, and the media deserve reading and re-reading. Nibley has that rare strength of being able to take material that is hundreds and even thousands of years old and making it relative to our own time and our own situation. This book is no exception and is money well spent.