Brandon Books

Well written and well researched this is this biography of the Irish republican Frank Ryan. Chronicling his life from birth through his early education to his love for the Irish language and his longing for its revival both as an affirmation of Irish nationhood and as a statement against what he felt was British imperialism to his life as a dedicated Irish republican whose strong convictions often led him to make allies in the most peculiar company.

Ryan was a complicated man. He was in his youth a proud nationalist and according to the book something of a romantic whose early associates were Irish language revivalists and romantic nationalists who saw full self determination of the whole of Ireland as the only thing acceptable.

Ryan would later have to put these convictions to the test joining in the Irish civil war on the side of those who rejected the Irish governments decision to accept indirect British rule. The author wonderfully describes the desperation of the men hunted down by government troop across rural Ireland and rightly points out the futility of their struggle both as it crippled the Irish governments position on the northern 6 counties and killed more Irishmen than the black and tan wars that came prior to it.

The author goes on to chronicle Ryan's numerous jail terms and how he was not only an excellent speaker but a gifted writer and organiser who at times revived the republican cause. He describes how Ryan increasingly became closer to socialism like many in the IRA not least because of the opposition the Church had towards them during the civil war. The author narrates how Ryan was a critic of Ghandi's passive resistance but still kept a keen eye on the international struggle against colonialism something which he felt Ireland had an integral role.

When the Spanish civil war broke out many in Ireland were supportive of Franco's troops not least because of Irish newspapers relating stories of leftist desecration of churches and Franco's devotion to the church. Ryan spoke out not only against Franco's atrocities but also the propaganda of the church in Ireland against the Republican government in Spain. Like many IRA men he went to fight for the republic but for him it was not to fight for the 'reds' but rather the people of Spain to whom he felt the Irish had an affinity.

It is while here the author brilliantly describes not only the utter incompetence of republican troops but also the contradictions of many of the IRA. Here many Irish troops are criticized for their incompetence and lack of discipline (at least once it is mentioned how many of them spent too much time drinking) Ryan works hard to set up an 'Irish battalion' as he is reluctant to serve under or with British soldiers! On one occasion he and a number of others put their commanding officer on trial! due to the fact he was a former British soldier who fought in the black and tan wars (In spite of his obvious competence as an officer and dedication to fighting fascism) fortunately the man survives but I think it brilliantly illustrates the sheer madness of the republican side during that conflict.

Ryan is captured by Franco's men, handed over to the Germans where here much of the contradiction begins. He works for the German intelligence against the British (eventually dieing in Germany) There are many who would argue that he worked with the Germans as he saw them as an ally against British imperialism (as others also did during that period) But to say it leaves a massive stain on Irish republicanism would be an understatement. The author does a commendable job in discussing this argument and the reasons behind his actions and decisions.

I found the book both balanced and fascinating. The author provides a wealth of information without bogging it down with numerous facts, figures and dates. The book is fairly short but covers a huge amount of information in an extremely readable way.

Highly recommended to anyone with either an interest in British and Irish history or an interest in the struggle against colonialism.

It is rare to see such fantastic work from undergraduate and graduate students be so appreciated. David Krell's writing is thoughtful and responsive. This an incredible book.

Too many couples in our society today head for divorce court, not knowing that there are resolutions to most relationship difficulties. Sex tends to play a big role in an unhappy coupleship, along with a lack of communication and an inability to know how to have a healthy disagreement. I wrote this book after working with thousands of couples suffering from such difficulties. My husband, a psychologist, and I always see couples, as a couple. In doing this we are able to provide a balanced theraputic setting. Such safty has allowed for indepth discussion of issues rotating around sex, love, money, kids and even inlaws. Included in this book is a workbook section, which a couple can use to look at their own relationship issues. Relationship break up should always be a last resort.

This book, although geared toward an adolescent audience, provided me not only with an excellent background in to Jefferson's life and decisons, but also addressed issues about his presidency which is rarely found in any book for young adults. The language of the book is pithy and clear, and hence appropriate for any age group. My Grandmother adores the series, after reading any of the books she feels as though she has really learned something. Also, the books themselves are very attractive.

"Our stories are eroding under the acids of historical criticism. We must retell our stories. And there is one epic story that has Jesus in it." In "Jesus Reconsidered: Scholarship in the Public Eye", pioneering biblical scholars put their reputations and careers on the line going public with what had been common knowledge among biblical scholars for over a century. "Jesus Reconsidered: Scholarship in the Public Eye" also covers the collaborators quest and their questions that drive the Jesus Seminar, a group with unique but factually driven ideas of who Christians hold as the son of God. "Jesus Reconsidered: Scholarship in the Public Eye" is enthusiastically recommended for community library religious shelves and anyone who would seek to learn more about the real Jesus Christ.

In 1992 Brandon Bays was diagnosed with a football-sized tumor and found herself catapulted into a remarkable, soul-searching and ultimately freeing healing journey. Only six and a half weeks later, she was pronounced textbook perfect - no drugs, no surgery, no tumor.

The profound, original process of self- healing that Brandon Bays pioneered has since freed thousands from lifelong emotional and physical blocks. Through the unique work detailed in this book, she shares her deeply transformative techniques.

The Journey guides us directly to the root cause of any longstanding difficulty and then gives us the tools to finally and completely resolve it. The powerful processes create remarkably profound and lasting results. Chronic pain simply vanished. Anxiety, depression and sexual blocks disappear. Self-esteem, grief and anger issues dissolve, addictions fall away and illnesses resolve and heal.

This is a book about freedom. All of us sense that deep inside lies huge potential. We long to experience it - yet 'something' holds us back. We long to set ourselves free, yet we don't know how. In this book, you'll finally learn how.

With practical, jargon-free and easy-to-use techniques. The Journey process enables you to:

* Strip away years of emotional and physical blocks
* Tap into your own inner genius
* Live your life as an expression of your highest potential
* Experience the boundless joy within
* Become truly free.
--- from book's back cover

This is a great book that provides an easy tool to help kids deal with and release their emotions and also find source. Kids are incredibly good with this and Brandon gives you a script you can use so you don't have to go to the workshop. Although, if you are really interested, the workshop is very valuable and you will learn more. But you don't need it as the script from the book works well. That to me means a person is honest. She is not trying to real you in. She is giving you the tools you need in one inexpensive book.

And just think, if we could help our children heal now, what kind of world will the future be? It seems like it would be a lot more peaceful and loving. And isn't that what we want?

Tami

This is from the book- jacket." The judgment of the dead- the idea that a life after death and the nature of that life will be determined by the individual's moral conduct while on earth-is one of the most remarkable and significant beliefs of mankind.
The belief first emerged in ancient Egypt about 2400 B.C. where it found its most elaborate expression.. ( This work) is the first comprehensive study in English of this important and fascinating subject."
Brandon studies this idea as it was held in Ancient Egypt, Ancient Mesopatamia, in what he calls 'The Hebrew Religion' Graeco- Roman Culture, Christianity, Islam, Iran, China and Japan.
This is how Brandon concludes the chapter which was of most interest to me on the ' Hebrew religion' "Whereas the Egyptian anticipation of a judgment after death stemmed from that complaints might be made hereafter against one's conduct in this life, for the Hebrew post- mortem judgment meant God's ultimate assertion of his sovereignty over his creatures. And so the Talmudic conception really continues in a post- mortem and a personal context, the belief enshrined in the fourth commandment" I Yahweh your God am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children to the third and fourth generation of those that hate me, but showing steadfast love to those who love me and keep my commandments."

Very interesting and informative. The International Reading Association first place award winner. Covers all major medical advancements through the first half of the century.Even though this book is for children and young people, adults will be surprized that they also enjoy it and may learn something. I gave my doctor a copy.

I thought this book was a great read. It provides a powerful and inspirational message while still being an easy read for young children. It is definitely a must have for a young readers book collection.