Bradley Books

Bradley's next book was Confessions...II,
also a good effort. It's surprising that
this harmless book is so hard to find.
It's also @: alibris.com. Bradley followed
up II with Break His Bones. Also, Bradley
just became a grandfather. Good job Brad
and let's slay the 'holacus$t' legend for
good. We Revisionist have already let the
the 'gas' out of Schickelgrubr's chambers!

This is an autobiography of a guy who one day wakes up to discover that he thinks the holocaust is a lie. This happens very suddenly for him at age 49, causing great consternation and psychological turmoil at first, then changes his life forever.

After getting a couple of flyers in an airport, he reads them in the privacy of his hotel, knowing full well that the people who he valued most in his life would think that their content was gross craziness, if not downright unthinkable deviations. When he recalled that the holocaust stories had not interested him in the first place, he was amazed to be shocked that he might conclude that they are not true.

He then describes how he went about a process of discovery that led him into an anguished state which puzzles him for the rest of his life: how is it that the legend and its refutation mean so much more to him than to the people in his life, whose reactions range from indifference to hostility. His answer, which doesn't really entirely satisfy him, is that he hates censorship and propaganda, and values the truth above everything else.

The style of this book is clean and spare, the story told direct from the heart. I laughed and laughed with him, and felt a certain sympathy for going through something very like it myself. It was easy to identify with him and this gem is well worth your time. It contains one of my favorite quotes, which I paraphrase: "I don't think there is a single year of my life in which I didn't sincerely believe something perfectly rediculous." I loved it.

Mr. Smith took quite a bit of time finding sources of information that he wished to debunk in this work. Most of arguments follow faulty logic or focus upon weak evidence rather than looking at the whole picture. Little inconsistencies with survivors stories look to be clear evidence of a huge cover-up to Mr. Smith. All in all in interesting, if not well written, insight to an individual who believes in the Big Conspiracy

The best book of revisionist theories of the holocaust - it boths asks and answers tough questions. It is also an entertaining read.

This is a book which I found provided much insight not only in historial terms but seems to connect well to current events. This not only encourages an understanding of historical perspective but also a deeper understanding of the Americans as seen by others.

I agree with both of my fellow reviewers to some degree in that Mr. Bradley's potential would benefit greatly from a bit guidance on the the part of an editor and that the speculative fiction aspect of the book was provocative. (I'm sure if I had an editor I wouln't have written such a ridiculously long sentence) Anyway I enjoyed Bradley's use of language and bright vivd images to explain where the main charcter was in her life. I however didn't see any evidence of this being a thriller just because the brother is missing. All in all I would say it is more a story of a young woman's life and her struggle to reclaim it as such.

The Deep Field tells the story of a young woman, Anna Frazier, a gifted photographer who resides in Australia, the home of author James Bradley as well. Although it doesn't really pick up until 100 pages into the book, Bradley has created an interesting bunch of characters and he begins to draw you into his tale of woe at this point by backtracking through the last couple years of Anna's life, revealing what has brought her to this point. A few facts seem unrealistic like that Anna never once has a job of any sort or that everyone in the novel is easily excitable, asserting themselves constantly without much agitation. There are also long passages that give too much technical information about shells, photography and other topics. Although they are relevant to the characters and their passtimes, they tend to bore a person not involved in similar interests half to death. I finished this book out of respect for Bradley who I consider to be an author with a great deal of potential who simply needs an editor to organize his work.

Bradley's The Deep Field is a multi-faceted and multi-layered novel. Although set in the future, starting somewhere aound 2010 and going well beyond the next couple of centuries, the speculative fiction aspect of the book is an intriguing but not the most important aspect. It is part thriller, based around the disappearance of a soul-mate brother in the polical unrest in Hongkong, part social critique of the situation of street people and other outcasts in the near future. Finally, it is part romance and exploration of time, relationships and art. The most fascinating layer of this fully engrossing book is the evolving main character, a woman photograher, who step by step learns to see in completely new ways thanks to the growing influence over her by a blind paleontologist who sees with his hands and feels the history of life in ammonite fossils.

I just bought this book at a local book store today and can't wait to make my dog some of these recipes! The Bowser's Birthday cake recipe will be a lot of fun. I found the book to also be very informative. And like one of the reviewers said, the book does mention that grapes and raisins are bad for dogs, so it was obviously a typo. But if you think a recipe is iffy then simply don't make it. I would recommend this book highly.

One copyeditor's mistake in turning craisins into raisins does not a bad book make. Please know that we understand dried cranberries are healthy - actually a part of several highly rated dry dog foods, and raisins are bad for dogs. But we hope you won't let this one mistake stop you from buying this book which Barbara Bradley and I wrote. My dogs are healthier than ever, and Barb's added three more pups to her cloud of white puff ball Bichons. We apologize for the mistake.

Linda Eckhardt
co-author, The Dog Ate It

I recently purchased this book and just tried a few recipes from it. My 7-month old Wheaten Terrier puppy loves the biscotti and the cheesy-garlic biscuits. He will try the mac & cheese and the spaghetti tonight and I certainly think it smells great. I did not use the cayenne pepper, since I did not have it on-hand. As for the review below, the back of the book lists foods not to feed your dog in which grapes and raisins are listed, so perhaps the reviewer did not see this or did not see the for "humans only" which occurs throughout the book. I certainly don't think that you should choose just one cook book for your dog, instead read from each school of thought and remember you know your dog, so in the end you can provide the best nutrition for your pet.

If the authors do not know that raisins and cayenne pepper are not good for dogs, they should not be writing cookbooks for dogs.

I had to put in one star, but I would make it a minus 100 if I could.

I come to Amazon to find out about products I am interested in but know nothing about, books, DVD's etc.
This was the case with the new book about Hopalong Cassidy. What I found, in this case, has been so magnificently voiced in a review written by a child that there is no need to comment further!
Amazon you need to seriously address your product review problems!!!

If your a fan or have any interst in this iconic figure, it's a great book. Super pictures of Bill Boyd and Topper, insight into the films and film making process, and some understanding of the relationship the actor had with his wife, Grace. Plenty of movie memorabilia, and discourse about the 40/50's Hoppy craze that swept the nation as a result of his film popularity and self positioning as a TV pioneer. Yes, before there was Davy Crocket and coonskin caps, there was Hopalong Cassidy and kids running around in black Hoppy outfits. Great effort about someone greatly beloved in his day. Kids of today are disadvantaged in not having screen role models like Hoppy to be entertained by and look up to. Much like Clayton Moore with the character of the Lone Ranger, Bill Boyd became Hopalong Cassidy, and was proud of it. Sixty six films and two seasons of TV episodes, Hoppy was the man in black.

A Great book with an even Greater Story! Full of Rare and wonderful photos and Hoppy Collectibles. A Tribute to an American Legend that withstands the test of time! I really LOVE this unique and fabulous book, and highly reccomend it to everyone!

I heard Hopalong Cassidy was a famous movie cowboy in the 40's and want to write about him for a school project. I thought I might get this book but Amazon's descrition of it is weird and sort of silly. "This book is many books in one. Most of all, it is a love story that reads like a fairy tale. " LOL

I found out that William Boyd, who your descrition talks about, was Hopalong Casidy, but you didn't say that yourself. I guess any book this big must have a lot of good stuff in it, but I guess its more about Hopalong's lover than Hopalong himself.

If you're planning on touring Jordan independently, then this is the book for you. It also is very helpful in identifying activities and tours of interest (especially activities off the beaten trail), and it guides you to reputable local tour companies.

My Jordan tour is not until December, 2008. However, I feel very confident that I have chosen the best hotels and activities within my budget.

This travel guide was perfect for my trip. It was small enough to fit in my purse and had all kinds of useful information. The section about country customs was particularly helpful in preparing me for travel. My driver and host were even impressed with the quality of information it provided. The only other thing I really needed was a good map.

I bought this book after my trip to Jordan. I usually buy my Lonely Books before I make the trip. Even after the trip, the book was very useful. I was able to better understand and appreciate the sights I saw while in Jordan. I have had very good impressions with all the Londly Planet books I have used.

After one month i didn't received the book.
Problem is that my departure to Jordan is tomorrow so the book will not be necessary.

I don't have a problem with the content of the book my problem, and the problem my friend who I purchased a book for, is that every time you turn a page the pages fall out. I have never bought a book where the pages fall out every time you turn the page. I'm frustrated reading it because I have to keep chasing the pages down.

After reading this book and witnessing the political career of Mayor Bradley, I concur that boldness to stand on ones convictions and a passion to bring a vision to reality is threatening to this society. This book seeks to outline in real terms, Mayor Bradley's personal calling to bring Compton back from a socio-economic abyss. Unfortunately, the story's end is what happens time and again to Black leaders who choose to take an outspoken stand to correct oppression's strongholds.

I happen to be a fan and resident of Compton. Omar Bradley to me, was the best mayor Compton has seen in recent years. Omar was treated unfairly boy persons that wanted to do him harm. I hope with all hope that he is allowed to run again and take back control of the city he loves so much. There are changes being made in Compton right now that he is responsible for, positive changes. Our city has been tarnished too long. Omar was our KING OF COMPTON!

Omar Bradley brilliantly provides an insightful look at the various conflicts and struggles faced by African American Males in the inner city and the Political Realm. He whole heartedly opens his life up and displays, quite descriptively, the journey of life from birth, to football star, to Political Figure, to prison inmate. He candidly expresses the countless hills and valleys traveled in his lifetime, leaving the reader virtually speechless. His writing style, and description of his life and experiences, allows the reader virtually see first hand, the fabric that binds not only the African American Male in America, but all people in general. When things seemed hopeless, he found hope.

This book, in my opinion, is valuable historically, socially, philosophically, and politically. His life span encompasses some of the most notable Civil Rights Events in the history of our time; The Civil Rights Movement, the Watts Riot, The LA Riot ect.. He traces and pinpoints the event that took Gang Banging between Crips and Bloods from the specified areas of Compton, South Central, and Watts to regions and areas across the country. There are accounts of political scandals, strategic warfare ect.. However; he magnificently exemplifies the power of hope and determination throughout struggles.

Omar Bradley is an individual that has obviously allowed his life to be driven with God's given purpose. He has moved steadfast in a positive direction since his birth and has not detoured from his goal.

We all fall short from perfection, the flesh is weak, but as I read this book, all I could think was, this man truly demonstrates a purpose driven life. It is said that God provides the ones that he feels are capable and are most responsible with the greatest number of tests in life to prepare them for their eternal life. These tests are usually financial. If one can not be trusted with earthly wealth, how can they be expected to manage heavenly wealth?

This book is absolutely invigorating. He is a vivid example of the spirit of encouragement and hope. When Omar meets his maker, and God asks, "What did you do with what I gave you? What did you do with you life--all the gifts, talents, opportunities, energy, relationships, and resources I gave you? Did you spend them on yourself, or did you spend them for the purposes that I made you for? Omar I'm sure will answer, I did as you willed. Not many can answer that assuredly in this day in age. He could have kept quiet and led a comfortable life, but that would have been selfish and self centered.

This book is a wake up call for everyone. "Are you doing everything you were intended on this earth? Are you living a purpose driven life? "If you are, great!!! If you are not, there is still time, as long as you have breath in your body. This man's experiences clearly demonstrate, because we may be down, we are not out.

I have collected these wonderful compilations of high adventure of the feminine kind since the very first volume! I am so glad that they are still on going despite Ms. Bradley's passing. Every story is as always a gem! Very worthwile addition to anyone's collection!

The twenty-first volume of Marion Zimmer Bradley's Sword and Sorceress came out in 2004, and many readers (myself included) mourned what we thought would be the end of the series. Happily, a new publisher has picked up the torch.

For anyone unfamiliar with the series, the book collects sword & sorcery tales with strong female protagonists, a broad enough theme to encompass a variety of good stories from authors both experienced and new. I settled down, cracked open the book ... and found myself vaguely disappointed. The first few stories didn't satisfy me. Had I romanticized the series so much that nothing could live up to my expectations?

But no, as I read further, I found stories that drew me in. Stories where the struggles felt real, and the heroines fought toward endings both satisfying and believable. I even ended up recommending one (Bearing Shadows, by Dave Smeds) for the Nebula.

After a rocky start, I enjoyed somewhere around half to 2/3 of the stories, which makes for a pretty good collection.

Sword & Sorceress XXII continues the legacy Marion Zimmer Bradley began, presenting stories of strong women (stories that don't bash the reader over the head with "message") by both experienced and new authors. The trade paperback format still feels a little weird, but I can get used to that.

All in all, I'd say this one's worth buying, both for some strong stories, and to support one of the oldest anthology series in the genre.

(Bonus trivia: Norilana Books, the publisher behind Volume XXII, is run by Vera Nazarian, one of the writers Marion Zimmer Bradley mentored years ago.)

I wasn't impressed with this volume at all. After poking around the Web, I think this is partially because the particular formula of these stories isn't as appealing to me as it maybe once was. The S&S submission guidelines point to an old MZB article on what makes a short story: she summarizes it as "A LIKABLE CHARACTER overcomes ALMOST INSUPERABLE ODDS and BY HIS OR HER OWN EFFORTS achieves a WORTHWHILE GOAL". If that sounds completely appealing to you, you will probably like this anthology. If it sounds a bit constraining or possibly trite, you almost definitely won't.

Most of the short stories in this volume do follow this formula. The heroines are typically likable (and mostly somewhat interchangeable, in my opinion). The stories are typically extremely task-oriented, which often makes them feel like a chapter in someone's novel rather than the kind of short story that takes your breath away as it stands on its own. The endings are almost all essentially happy-- everything wraps up with a nice, pat finish (the kind where the heroine secretly smiles to herself and sets off for her next adventure). The stories do not especially challenge, disturb, or intrigue the reader, and some are hopelessly predictable if you have read enough of this kind of fiction.

I did think very highly of two of the stories-- Fairy Debt (by T. Borregaard) was creative and fun, and Bearing Shadows (by Dave Smeds) was excellent. However, if you are looking for short fiction that will do more than play out the same kind of story over and over again, I'd suggest looking elsewhere.

I've been collecting this series for quite a few years now, and it was great to read the latest title. Looking forward to more...

Ian Bradley has a good insight into what the State of the Union is right now regarding the Gilbert & Sullivan scene on both sides of the Atlantic. I had a conversation a year ago with a former 'Old D'Oyly Carte' member who expressed an opinion that the Savoy tradition was actually safer in America right now. This book does a good job of explaining why. Excellent research put together very well, 'must' reading for G&S afficienados. I highly recommend it.

This book is for anyone and everyone who is already a G&S fan (as in fanatic). On the other hand, I expect that it would have limited if any appeal to someone with little interest in G&S. Strong in annecdotes and quotations, the author does not really make a good case for G&S's antecedant position in the development of modern musical theatre which might have given the book a wider audience.

Ian Bradley's book is an excellent look at the continuing popularity of the Gilbert & Sullivan operas over 100 years after they were written. Books that discuss the history of Gilbert & Sullivan when they were alive are a dime a dozen. Bradley's is the first book to specifically look at the performance and cultural history of the Savoy operas since the expiration of the libretti copyright in 1961. Among the topics that Bradley touches on are the history of the old D'Oyly Carte Opera Company since 1961, as well as the sad story of its successor; how Gilbert & Sullivan shows and church-going often go hand-in-hand; parodies and spinoffs of the shows; professional and amateur productions of Gilbert & Sullivan; and more.

My chief complaint is that when Bradley goes into the performance history since 1961, the writing gets dry and tedious. To elaborate, he simply makes lists of performances in many sections. Frankly, I think that a list of performances would have worked better as an appendix.

With that caveat, this is an excellent resource for any Gilbert & Sullivan fan, and I definitely recommend it.

Ian Bradley has done a marvelous job in researching the G and S scene since the end of the G and S copyright in 1961. Each chapter is chockfull of interesting notes on productions, singers and the politics that rage behind the scenes. For anyone interested in the current G and S scene, this book is a must. I was a little disappointed in the details of the American G and S scene, but the rest of the book made up for this defect!

Longfield attempts to fairly and finely balance the most pivotal denominational split of 20th century America. He does so by briefly biographing and documenting the interaction of the PCUSA's main players at that time. The documentation is excellent. The problems enter when Longfield interprets and implies motives. The main problem is Longfield succumbing to the whole problem Machen was fighting against in the modernist contrversy: historical consciousness. As a result the reader is not given an objective account. Machen is categorized as a fundementalist in the same category with William Jennings Bryan. Anyone familiar with Machen's intense new testement scholarship and political stances know otherwise. And to someone like myself who greatly admires Machen, such a depiction is borderline blasphemy. Machen was a brilliant and faithful standard bearer, not a demagogue or reactionary (as implied by fundementalist label). I recommend this book with serious reservations to discerning readers. 'Toward a Sure Faith' by Chrisope serves as an excellent account setting the stage for Machen's latter battles.

An insightful and enjoyable survey of the people and ideas which split the Presbyterian Church in the 1930s. Through careful research and a captivating style, Longfield studies indepth the main characters of the Fundamentalist/Moderist controversary in the Presbyterian Church. Sympathetic to both sides, he shows how relaxing theological standards began to blunt the church's ability to speak to its members and society. Important reading for anyone trying to discover the roots of decline in mainline churches in America today.

I wish that every Christian in the United States would read this book. The story of the downfall of the Presbyterian Church USA is one of the most compelling cases for the practical importance of sound doctrine, and it comes through clearly in Longfield's account, even though he is not particularly sympathetic to the one character, Machen, who more clearly than any other saw the consequences of the perfidious doctrines of liberalism. Longfield tells the story primarily through short biographies of six of the most prominent figures of the controversy, which I think is helpful because it presents the family background as well as the theological roots of each of them. The book is also extensively documented.

No one should read this book without reading Machen's "Christianity and Liberalism" first, which is the classic statement of Biblical Christianity against liberalism. Longfield tells the story of Machen and his allies' fight for this Biblical Christianity. They fought both against the liberals and against the moderates who were mostly theologically conservative, but primarily by accident, since if their commitment to the historic doctrines of Christianity had sprung from a deep conviction of their truth they would have stood up for those convictions. As it was, they didn't care, and the battle was lost as a result.

It is very interesting to read Longfield's take on the current situation in the mainline denominations, as he is obviously not sympathetic theologically to conservatives, but concedes they were right in forseeing the inexorable consequences of jettisoning the historic doctrines of the faith. In the last paragraph of the book, he suggests that perhaps the church needs to "affirm a normative middle theological position with clear boundaries." One wonders where any such normativity or boundaries could even conceivably come from once it has already been decided that it will most certainly not come from the Bible as the normative revelation of God. The infinite morass of subjectivity to which religion then immediately descends does not seem likely to be balanced out by "affirming a normative middle theological position" that would necessarily be every bit as subjective as any other potential position.

I enjoyed reading this book immensely, and I think Longfield does a reasonable job of at least trying to be sympathetic to all sides. Obviously, when the sides are so fundamentally opposed ideologically it is impossible to be truly sympathetic to all sides, and I think the picture he paints of Machen is not altogether fair. For instance, he suggests that Machen's joy on the final split from the PCUSA was a joy over schism for its own sake, which is nonsense: if all Machen wanted was a split he wouldn't have had to fight for his life for twenty years to do that. His joy was due to finally being free from an apostate church. I also highly recommend listening to Prof. Godfrey's lecture after reading this book. It is available at an org site called radioapologia, and it balances this book brilliantly.

With the rise of the so called "emergent church" movement, we are beginning to see the seeds of the seeker movement coming to fruit. Liberalism has a new name, a new face, and a new title. But historically where did it come from? What laid the roots long before Bill Hybells or Rick Warren introduced the church to their deadly doctrines?

The answer lies in the early 20th century with the divisions seen in one of the United States oldest denominations, the Presbyterian Church. While the Presbyterians were not 100% united in the 19th century, there were basic tenets from the Westminister Confession that they held to. While they might disagree over immersion, infant baptism, and church polity, they each held the Westminister Confession and the Scriptures dear.

In the 20th century, the fruits of liberal teachings from Europe begin to seep into the Presbyterian churches. From Princeton to the average church, the Presbyterians found themselves in a battle over which direction they would take. In the end, the churches split with the liberals joining the Presbyterian Church (USA) and the conservatives joining the Presbyterian Church in Ameirca (PCA) and the Associate Reformed Presbyterians (ARP). But the battle continues.

With the rise of the emergent church, its good to learn from history. I fear that the emergent church is nothing more than liberalism with a new name. We can learn from what took place in the Presbyterian Church at the turn of the 19th century. We can learn to stand against error by staying true to the Word of God (2 Timothy 3:16-4:6). I pray that we will learn from the past and resist the errors of this age (1 Timothy 4:1-16). I highly recommend every disciple of Jesus to read this informative book.

Excellent resource for the beginning investor. This book answers the questions the layman is too embarrassed to ask. Great start for building a foundation in a challenging arena.

Here is an example of topics not covered: Employee Stock Options, Secondary Offerings and Stock Dilution. This text operates as if IPOs and treasury stocks are the only way to issue new shares. See the Motley Fool website for more details.

Although this book is an introduction as well as a reference, some knowledge of stock market is assumed. The author often uses technical terms without defining them in the chapter(although there is a small dictionary in the back). If you have traded once or twice before, you should know at least some of those terms.

The title of the book suggests no bias or agenda for the work. It simply adopts the title of a very broad and complex area of commerce as it's own name; The Stock Market. The book offers a basic understanding of many aspects of the 'Market'in a way that the un-initiated can understand. Anyone looking for help in selecting a sure path to riches will be dissapointed. Anyone seeking an understanding of the basics, and how various aspects of the 'Market' relate to each other will be rewarded.

This book deliveres knowledge and understanding without bias. It can serve as general reading material or as a reference. It prepares the reader to select and understand other material.

New editions appear when the 'market' changes enough to warrant new material. The content is up to date without being padded by trendy but useless material.

Cliff Critchett
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