Bloom Books

I cannot think of a better way to introduce the poetry of Lord Tennyson than this small volume. The selection is excellent and of interest you the young reader. The commentary is quite relevant as are the pictures which accompany it. I find that often now, our young people go all the way through the early grades in school and many of them have never heard of Alford, Lord Tennyson,much less read their poetry. This was the sort of stuff my generation and the generation before it grew up on and cut our teeth on. I do not feel I am any worse for the wear. I am fearful that we are bringing up an entire generation (rightfully or wrong, although I feel it is the later) of young folks who will have no appreciation to this great art form and will miss a lot. This book helps. This entire series helps, as a matter of fact and I certainly recommend you add this one and the others to your library. Actually, it is rather fun reading these with the young folk and then talking about them. Not only do you get to enjoy the work your self and perhaps bring back some great memories, but you have the opportunity to interact with your child or student. It is actually rather surprising what some of the kids come up with. I read these to my grandchildren and to the kids in my classes at school. For the most part, when I really get to discussing the work with them, they enjoy it. Recommend this one highly.

A classic book turned into a Disney movie. Alice's Adventure in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll, was a very interesting book. Most would think that it would be just like the Disney movie but in fact it is very different. The reader first starts off with Alice following a white rabbit down a hole which she thinks would never end. Then the reader reads that Alice is in a hall with a key trying to open all the doors but cant and realizes that the door she needs to open is very tiny. Alice sees a table with something on it that says "eat me". So Alice eats it and becomes very small but then realizes she forgot the key. She grows back to normal and gets the key and goes through the door. Alice then is outside house and sees the white rabbit and follows it and is given a child to hold which turns out to be a pig. Alice sees the rabbit again and follows it and on the way meets a cat and Alice asks which way should she go and the cat gives her the choices. So Alice starts to walk and finds two creatures sitting at a table having tea and joins them. Later Alice is at the palace and the queen is yelling to have everyone's head removed and invites Alice to play croquet with her. Alice starts to play and realizes it's not the normal game. Later on Alice goes to the trial and tries to help but keeps getting bigger and last the reader reads is Alice waking up and telling her sister about a dream she has just had. I really enjoyed the book. I thought it wasn't going to be that great but it was. I enjoyed all the characters Alice meet and all the weird situations Alice found herself in. My favorite part of the book was when Alice played croquet with the queen and had a flamingo as the stick. I would recommend this book to anyone above the age of 14 because of the content of the book. Also because I'm not quite sure they would understand fully what the book was about. They might also be confused because it's very different from the movie.

If you are an Amateur Radio Operator then this book DEFIANTLY belongs in your shack! It covers everything from basic electronics to equipment construction. A reference book that no ham should be without!!!!

In "The American Religion", Harold Bloom (Sterling Professor of the Humanities at Yale University) examines a number of American-based faiths including Pentecostalism, Mormonism, Seventh-day Adventism, Christian Science, Jehovah's Witnesses, Southern Baptism, Christian Fundamentalism, and African American spirituality. Tracing the distinctive features of American religion, Professor Bloom provides insight into the role religion plays in the broader American culture, and in each American's concept of his or her relationship to God. Professor's Blooms persuasively articulated conclusion is that American spiritual believes provide an illuminated portrait of the American national character. Strongly recommended for both academic and community library Religion & Spirituality reference collections and supplemental reading lists, "The American Religion" is informed and informative reading.

This is a beautiful story with a reassuring message, poetically stated, without hitting the reader over the head.

The basic plot is this: Anna and her grandfather have a close, loving relationship. When he dies, she grieves. She fears she has lost him forever. But in carrying out a promise she made to him before his death, she finds her grandfather again, in the things he taught her.

This is an autumn story-- it begins and ends in fall-- and the cycle of the seasons mirrors Anna's grieving process. The illustrations are soft and tender.

I told this story to a multi-generational group; the children were attentive, and the adults were moved.

This book would be useful for a family anticipating the death of a grandparent, as well as for those grieving a death.

Anne Thackeray Ritchie's journals and letters provide a significant source of social and literary information for mid-Victorian to turn-of-the century historians and literary critics. As the editor and principal force behind Cornhill Magazine, Lady Ritchie knew all writers "worth knowing," and can provide intimate daily life insights into the closed world of British publishing of that era. Her writings are a particularly valuable source for feminist and art historians inasmuch as her drawing room wa

This author provides a wonderful book that inspires you to make realistic yet ... Victorian floral appliques. This book will make you VERY happy and the results will be a family heirloom to be treasured!

What a wonderful resource for the academic advising practitioner. Appreciative Advising provides a practical guide to helping students reach their fullest potential. By presenting a systematic, proactive, positive approach to student engagement, the advising environment becomes a safe place students can dream and decide what steps are necessary to achieve their life goals.

While, at first glance, this technique may appear to be time consuming, focusing on student success actually takes less time than working with students who are in crisis. Moreover, by proactively engaging students utilizing AA you reduce the percentage of at-risk students.
This methodology does not ignore possible roadblocks or self-destructive behavior. Most students already know what those behaviors look like! Instead, it focuses on potential resources that students might utilize to address deficiencies and increase constructive behaviors.

A must resource if you are in academic advisor looking for ways to be more proactive in positive, student engagement.

Luscious photographs from 18 U.S.museums & home interiors, 150 floral designers explain their flower selections & arrangement symbolism. This 20yr trend in art museum special events gets thorough presentation. Author tips on creating ART IN BLOOM at home are superb. This is THE book!

I have made 3 items in less than a week since receiving this book. It is an amazing book with truly simple but gorgeous designs and some are just so quick to make you can complete a little jumper or jacket in an evening whilst you watch tv.
This book is exactly the same as Erika's-Knitting for two.
The only difference cover to cover is actually the cover and the title, otherwise all pictures and patterns are the same so I am not sure which came out first. But don'tbuy both thinking they are different! I particularly love some of the stunning little girls designs which I can'twait till there is a little girl around to knit them for. I made the stunning star pattern bonnet(It actually looks like a flower to me on the crown of the bonnet)and is absolutely stunning. I made it in a merino/silk blend. This books designs are all fantastic, she makes maternity wear, wearable! The babies projects are all completely do-able and will provide much pleasure for years to come.