Mississippi Books

I found this a fascinating visual record of the TVA and its work over the relevant years, 1933 to 1963. Patricia Ezzell, the TVA's historian, has selected 135 one-per-page photographs from more than twenty thousand in the archives and they really do reflect the wide range of activities the Authority was involved in, dam and reservoir building, power generation, fertilizer production, reforestation, mapping and surveying, flood control and more.

The book is divided into three sections, Depression Era, War Effort and Growth and Change. Although social photographer Lewis Hine was hired for a month in 1933 and contributed 197 photos in that time the majority of photos in the book are by Charles Krutch. He took thousands and it is the range of subject matter that makes the book so interesting to me. As well as the obvious technical shots of dam construction Krutch also photographed temporary house building for construction workers, village and small town life, recreation centers, farming and folks relaxing in their homes enjoying the benefits of cheap TVA electricity.

The photos in the last section, Growth and Change (basically from 1945 to 1963) are devoted to the everyday. The TVA was by then established and you can see photos of transmission lines, aerial shots of large corporate plants, increased freight traffic on the Tennessee River, school visits to farms and even the contestants of the Miss Guntersville Lake Beauty Pageant. All thanks to the vision of the Roosevelt government years earlier.

The book is well printed and designed and the author writes a brief introduction to the TVA. The back includes a useful bibliography and index. My only criticism is that the map on page seven is woefully inadequate, the excellent captions with each photo mention places that I wanted to find out where they were but couldn't, I ended up using the TVA's interactive map on their website. Apart from the map this is a wonderful book about a huge endeavour that really made a difference to so many people.

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Having read a number of books and articles on the subject, I can say the this book is the most easily readable of all. It explains very complex topics in terms that lets one read and understand quickly, unlike many comprehensive texts that are not really directed to the layman.

Dr. Uthman presents the physiology of anemia (and its different types) in a straightforward manner. As he mentions in the book, it is written for someone with the equivalent of a high school level of biology. Dr. Uthman takes the reader step-by-step through the process - like a chef teaching someone a recipe. Starting from general discussion on anemia to how it is clinically diagnosed and even how blood tests are performed! Anyone who needs to know about anemia should read this book. The book can also be picked up and used as a reference. The Table of Contents describe quite clearly where to find specific topics.

I came to this book as it was recommended to me by a friend. I am not usually a fan of medical work, but I found this book to be entrhalling. The clarity and luminity in which Dr. Lieberman explains the many facets of this illness is enlightening. I was especially impressed that even though I had no real background in this field I was easily able to understand the concepts and ideas put forth. Dr. Lieberman is a medical genius who deserves far more recognition across the world, and not just in the medical field. I recommend this book to anyone who appreciates works of intelligence, clarity and thoughtfulness.

Dr. Langdon has written an extremely informative book. With the detail of a medical expert and scientist Dr. Langdon explains to the reader the various aspects of modern cosmetic laser procedures and laser technology. I found this book clearly written, easy to read and walked away with a deeper understanding then I expected.

I recommend this book to anybody that is interested in a better insight into cosmetic laser procedures and the options available.

... and a handy reference for CF patients and their families.

Shines a light on a vast subject. Offers clarity with its clear writing style.

This book is well written and helpful to really understand the science behind MS. It has the latest research facts and logically examines the complex nature of the disease. Dr. Stauffer obviously knows her stuff and the fact that a sibling of hers faces this illness surely brings a fresh perspective to the work. I highly reccomend this work to any who want to really understand MS and the best medicine available to combat it.

Research shows that simulations increase learning and retention, besides research skills. U.S. history and political science teachers will find the simulation approach very rewarding for their students. Appropriate from grade 10 through second year college.

I loved this book. Of course being an Ole Miss graduate and knowing the author helped, but I couldn't put it down. The early history of the university is especially well done. It includes as a bonus an overview of higher education and its struggles in all the State's colleges. Dr. Sansing dispells the wide-spread idea that Governor Bilbo caused the university to lose accreditation by his political hiring and firing; his activity actually was objective and positive for the most part. The section on the Meredith crisis and resulting riots (and resulting and still lingering negative public image) was also well reported and written. I was on campus that Sunday afternoon and night (desperately trying to get off), and the book gives an accurate and fair representation of that event. The last part of the book, though not as interesting as the first, leaves a record of vastly improved racial relations and optimism for the future. The author, an early and consistent advocate for the "universal brotherhood of man" has played a significant role in that progress.