Burr Books

Lots of knowledge and thought about John, the disciple of Jesus, and Jesus. Not about the books of John, but more of the personality of John (and Jesus). One thing I learned, how young John was when called to be a disciple.

The book "The Beloved Disciple" was delivered in better condition than was stated in the description provided by the seller. It was also delivered in the time specified. I was very pleased with the purchase.

Beth Moore's "Beloved" is an intrigueing look into what made John's Gospel so different from the rest. Beth probes like few are gifted, to unveil the insights which reveal some unique components of John's character both strong and even the not so obvious aspects which culminates into John being known as "The Beloved Disciple". Join Beth Moore and enjoy the discoveries, as she escavates the clues which brings to light the hidden wonders of John's unique relationship with Christ.

Well...if its Beth Moore behind the pen it has to be worth your time and read...

Great insight into John, the one whom Jesus loved, as he calls himself, the author of Revelation. You see he and the others as they walk beside Jesus, growing in their faith in Him. Jesus revealed as they see Him.

My favorite part of the book is Hammer (the geneticist who discovered Xq28--the GAY-1 gene, responsible for the gayness of 17% of the gay male population) saying"....you have to be sure first that the trait isn't chosen before you look for its gene." He pauses, incredulous, "Can you imagine any sane, reputable biologist spendijng years of their life and their resourses looking through chromosomes for a gene for something that's CHOSEN? I suppose you could do it, but you'd have to be a complete idiot because it would be the equivilent of staking your entire scientific career and reputation on finding a gene for"--he searches for an example--"being a Methodist."

Interesting, exciting, and sometimes really funny, the book is accessable to even those of us who had trouble with first year algebra and geometry...though an occasional chart or set of figures will give such people pause (don't give up! Go on to the next sentence...).

As far as being wide-ranging is concerned, I once read a short story in which a guest lecturer in a 10th grade high school science class based his entire lecture, and the following discussion, called "The Genetics of Baseball"(sic) on what he had learnd from this book...

I picked up this book with a few reservations. I was interested enough to order it, but I thought it had the potential to be too narrow, and that it might not be critical enough about the science (a problem, strangely, that many scientists don't have, but most popular science books do). I was pleasantly surprised to find that Burr's explanations were thorough and enjoyable, that he spared no pains in explaining what potential problems with the research were, how the researchers tried to overcome the innate limitiations of their chosen topics, and what various researchers said about each other's work.

For me, this in itself made it a treat to read. This is a great book to consider if only as an explanation of how biological sceince really works.

Now on to the gay bits. I had one major problem with the way they (the researchers, and hence Burr) tried to categorize men as either 'straight' or 'gay', with very little mucking around in the middle. In my experience there are a lot of other things going on, even with men who identify straight and whose main, only, objects of fantasy and attraction are women. Other than that, I suppose, 'A Separate Creation' didn't really change the way I view gay and being gay. Like the author took great pains to make clear, finding a gay gene, or a structure in the brain that is related to to homosexuality, doesn't change the fact that some men get turned on by other men, and some men get turned on by women. It also has little bearing on the specious 'nature/nurture' or 'choice/biological destiny' debates. None of the researchers debated that some men are born gay, and others aren't. Finding the gene or neural structure wasn't going to change that.

So, the book provides lots of cool facts, quite a bit to mull over, and some really fun insights into biological science (and into the way scientists encounter the media). But it doesn't aim to change the way anyone lives their life, which is fine. I wish it had a lot more on evolutionary explanations, and, maybe, a bit on homosexuality in other species, just to put this whole 'gay gene' into a larger context, but, other than that, I enjoyed the book, and recommend it.

I enjoyed this book enormously and learned a great deal about homosexuality and about genetics. I especially appreciated Chandler Burr's letting the researchers speak for themselves, and got used to his (and their) not crossing all the t's and dotting the i's when discussing not-simple subjects. Some of what the researches say is wide-ranging and quixotic, but all of it is pretty consistently thought-provoking. For example, there's a statement on page 275 by David Botstein ("of Stanford"), having to do with genetic research, violence, IQ, and blacks (and nothing to do with homosexuality.) Chandler Burr writes: ". . .consider the search for the gene (sic) for violence." Botstein picks it up:

"I think there's more scientifically to that one, a greater likelihood of finding it, more than IQ. But it's COMPLETELY unacceptable at the moment. You can't even talk about it. Go to any university, research center, no one -- NO ONE -- will talk to you about this. Why? Simple. Because of the fear that there will be a racial correlation. And there could be. . .and I have some sympathy for this fear, mean (sic) that any scientific evidence linking some undesirable trait with black people will be used as an excuse for explicit or implicit genocide. Okay? That fear is not totally irrational. . ."

Geneticists everywhere are afraid of finding a gene for violence in "black people" in America? Huh? Well, the only way I could explain researchers fearing that they will find a "black" gene for violence instead of a "non-black" gene for violence is that their research would be based on disregarding the incidence of inter-racial violence in America (presumably, by defining inter-racial violence as a product of a "prejudice" gene, not a "violence" one?). But isn't that explanation absurd? Or despite having read this book, do I still fail to understand how genetic research experiments must be designed? Like I say, thought-provoking.

Presumably most geneticists working on DNA are white. And presumably in America a lot of geneticists are infected with the same myth-viruses as the mainstream public at whom corporations direct their advertisements and programming. But good golly, miss molly!! NO university or research center will talk about the gene for violence? I say let the chips fall where they may. Knowledge is knowledge. And as a white I'm not much concerned that blacks will want to impose eugenic solutions on me once research shows it is whites who have violence genes. Such measures would constitute violence, you see, and blacks would lack the genes for it.

A Separate Creation offers a valuable perspective on the underlying truths about homosexuality. The points raised evolve toward a discussion about gender and how we are divided, male and female.

In the world today, it seems conceded that, although the specific mechanism is still disputed, homosexuality is something that arises biochemically. The disagreements on this point are interestingly enough coming from both the left and the right. The left reiterates its continued desire to view humanity as a "blank slate" upon which genetics has little or no influence. The religious right has far too much invested in categorizing homosexuality as a moral failing to consider the alternatives. Speak to most any gay man or lesbian and you will likely find that very few were molested or otherwise "recruited" into their orientation. Nor are many anything other than law-abiding citizens (sodomy violations aside). Gay people are homosexual the same way they are right or left-handed, it is just something that exists.

Author Chandler Burr does a very good job at highlighting the current research. My only negative comments revolve around his failure to link the genetic discoveries regarding gender and homosexuality into a cohesive whole.

In the scenario presented with the gay man who decides to become straight, the subject's attitude is too cavalier. Burr misses the 800 pound gorilla in this scenario; many gays want to become straight because of their desire to become a part of a family. This means a nuclear unit balanced by the different male and female contribution and dynamic, with the outcome being offspring that are born and carry with them the memory and genetic make-up of their parents. As a practical matter, this is the only immortality available to humankind. A homosexual relationship simply cannot produce this rather unique and extraordinary outcome. Its importance in calculating this equation cannot and should not be diminished.

This book is wide ranging, covering topics as diverse as handedness (and how to tell if a rat is left handed), bird songs, vision problems in siamese cats, and far, far more than I ever wanted to know about the reproductive tract of hyenas. It all comes together beautifully, scientific explanations simple enough to be understood by the layman but thorough enough to insure understanding. It is also a fascinating look at genetic research at the end of the 20th century, and how technical problem are sometimes easier to solve than political ones.
Buy it, read it, loan it to family and friends. Give it to anyone who still thinks that sexuality is a choice. The only thing wrong is that it's gone out of print, but I hope that's because the author is preparing a second edition.

Basado en los datos y situaciones reales contadas en este libro se realizó uno de los más grandes filmes de Akira kurosawa.
Un gran libro una gran historia

A very thoughtful well written book which is particularly timely now even though it was written 100 years ago.

This is really a fascinating book from several perspectives. A natural history and anthropological look at a time and place unfamiliar to most Americans.

Dersu is a very moving story that gave rise to a wonderful movie. The book deserved the film. The film did elegant justice to the book. Akira Kurosawa knew fine material when he found it, and this is prime. It has nature, adventure, survival, the clash of cultures made more profound by a deep and beautiful friendship between representatives of those cultures. Really, though, it is too beautiful for politically correct description. Read it. Give it to your kids to read. It will improve everybody's outlook on life.

Having read this book many years after first seeing the movie Dersu Usala by Kurosawa, I found it thoroughly engaging. It is a chronicle of Arseniev's mapping journeys through parts of Manchuria around the turn of the twentieth century and of his friendship with Dersu. It is told with meticulous attention to the detail of the environment, with many small simple drawings from his journal, and with real love and respect for Dersu himself and his ideas. I was struck by the accuracy of Kurosawa's portrayal of the story and didn't expect the two versions to be so very close.

The movie has been one of my favourites for years and now Arsiniev's book sits right beside it. They are both classics in that you wouldn't change a word or scene of them. The book and movie are treasures and are very highly recommended.

This is a great book for any one that wants to re-learn math with out the fear; the author explains arithmetic and algebra in a very easy steps understandable for any one.

I received the book in a timely fashion as well as in great condition. Thanks for being reliable!

I had to prepare for a test for certification in middle school math and was terrified. I hadn't studied algebra or statistics in over 20 years. I ordered several books online and got more at the public library, and this was the ONLY book written in a way that allowed for effective self teaching. The other reviewer said it best, the language they use to explain concepts is the key. I wanted a book that talked to me like I was 6 years old. It needed a bit more on geometry, other than that is was an excellent study guide. Great for Praxis preparation.

This is a very well-thought-out book. I've looked at many many math books, looking for one with good, clear explanations. This one is deceptive - at first glance it looks just like any other math book, but this is what I was looking for. For example, the explanation of why we invert and multiply when we divide fractions is clear and understandable - few other math books even bother to try to explain why or how this works, but this book does and does it well. Another wonderful thing about this book is that the authors are aware that words used in math can be confusing - they take the time to explain, for example, why we often use the word "of" when multiplying fractions (1/6 of 3/4) instead of saying "times" (1/6 times 3/4).

The explanations in this book are excellent (and that is what I was looking for) and they always show every step of a solution, so it is easy to follow along. They also use visual explanations, again making sure to show every step.

The focus in this book is on relating the math to practical life - this also really aids understanding.

There are lots of exercises to practice with - and answers are provided for all of them.

The best thing about this book is the "tone" of the authors. They write in an easy-to-understand, clear way. The book doesn't seem to have been written in "mathese" another language, but in normal English for normal people. It gives the feeling of being written by people who are caring and helpful and want the reader to understand - as opposed to most math textbooks that seem to be written more to impress other math educators than for real people who aren't used to math-style writing.

The book covers all the usual topics of arithmetic and goes up through elementary algebra.

Even though the intended market for this book is adults or college students who have already been through years of math, much of which they've forgotten, I recommend it also for homeschoolers. This inexpensive book can take the place of purchasing curriculum for years. It also can be used as a reference for finding good explanations and examples of specific topics - it has an excellent table of contents and index.

I am back to school after how many years and was half panicking when I was told I would have not one but TWO math classes. This book is one of the texts. It is easy to follow and quite thorough. Out of the 6 books I need for these classes, so far I understand this one the best.

Well written and amazing to read. Author captured the moment and took you there. Book was flooded with facts.

I would highly recommend this book, it is not only for the history buffs.
If you do enjoy history, you will love the author's details.

I very good book that gives the reader an interesting twist on what was believed to be gospel. The author's research is convincing.

An awesome book....definitely a different view .... a must read for anyone seeking to truely understand Benedict Arnold's story.

Who would have thought that what was assumed by the average student of American history to be an open and shut case against Benedict Arnold could be brought into question. And, furthermore, to do so with such detailed facts woven into a rather gripping novel format. Mr. WIlczak has laid out a compelling case that Arnold was not a traitor but a collaborator with George Washington to ultimately fool the British. This book could be the basis of an excellent movie.

This book expresses a thoroughly researched, fresh approach to one of history's most infamous legends. When I began to read the book I felt my feelings regarding Benedict Arnold could not be swayed. The author, however, through meticulous use of timeline, documented fact, and letters of many of the involved, opened my eyes to the possibility that Arnold may have been the protaganist in a great scheme to free the colonies and help create the United States. I highly recommend this book to anyone who seeks the truth instead of the commonly handed down history stories we have been fed since childhood. AAAAA+++++

I was well pleased with this book. I bought it on Amazon.ca after a friend in the states suggested it. Halon and Burr are an All Star team of writing talent, and I look forward to when "Orchids" hits the silver screen.

From the first page, Orchids to Die For, had me hooked. James Halon's descriptive words had my mind racing to picture every scene. Can't wait for the sequel! I can also see this on the silver screen with George Clooney as the leading man. A must read!

I love this book!! It was fun and quick!! I think Catherine Burr has a sexy, fun, witty attitude. I have all her books.

Jim Morgan is a likeable, and charming character. He always seems to have many things on the go, he's a writer, a gambler, a skirt-chaser, and in his spare time, just happens to be deeply involved with the CIA.

Morgan seduces Catherine Harris, heiress to a banking fortune, and convinces her to join him (though she doesn't need much convincing) for a non-stop adventure where a case of mistaken identity has them both ducking for cover.

Catherine Harris is a new character in Halon's Jim Morgan Adventure Series, and adds a central twist to Morgan's on-again, off-again relationship with his boss, Eunice May North. Eunice, like Morgan, are return characters from Halon's earlier novel, The Malagasy Tortoise.

In Orchids to Die For, adventurer intrigue writer James Halon has joined writing forces with romance novelist and humorist Catherine Burr, and their combined writing talents have created a story that combine adventure, romance, and plenty of humor.

This book is an outstanding example of intrigue romance at its finest!

Halon is back with this sequel to his first novel, "The Malagasy Tortoise"! Once again, an out-of-the-ordinary storyline will grab you and have you feeling like you're right there in the thick of it! This is a fast-paced book packed with adventure! Halon's main character Jim Morgan must once again face the menacing Margolova who is a woman to be reckoned with and is feared by her associates. But Jim Morgan manages to find romance in his path and is quickly enveloped in a love-triangle that will keep the reader guessing. I particularly enjoyed the imagery and descriptions in this story; poetic-like imagery will have you seeing things exactly as Jim Morgan does! This is another 5 star effort from author/poet James Halon! And once again, Halon thrills with his perfect combination of romance and adventure!

This book (Sticky Burr) is one of the most fascinating comic books I have ever set my eyes upon. It is exciting and adventurous. His friends are Mossy Burr, Draffle, and Princess Oralee. He saves his village from danger and destruction and is admired by everyone but Scurvy Burr (a BAD Burr) and his sidekick Spiny Burr.

I love this story and I think most kids with a creative imagination and a yearning to read exciting stories will absolutely adore this book. I recommend this book to children of all ages (and adults, too).

This book is definately not a waste of money and time. BUY IT.

(I am 10 years old, and I wrote this, but my mother entered it for me because she is faster at keyboarding.)

My six-year old, a budding reader, loves it. One of the few books that he'll set down by himself to read.

I'm a children's librarian who purchased this book for our collection and tested it out on my six year old son. This book and the illustrations are so clever and cunning. My son has studied the pictures over and over. The expressions and characteristics of each little burr are priceless. The storyline was engaging also. We're hoping for a Sticky Burr, part II!

Sticky Burr is a little forest burr who sets off on an adventure to Burrwood Forest - there to be caught in the trunk of the dangerous Maze tree as Burr Village is being attacked by dogs. Can Sticky escape from his own danger in time to save his friends? This is a fun tale with a cartoon appearance and pages of fast-paced adventure; both of which invite kids to read.

My son loves reading this book - and sharing it with any friends and cousins who happen to come along - he loves the comics, pictures and characters, he's a huge fan and keeps checking on the author's website for more news of Sticky Burr - this book is sticking with us all! It is funny and a fun adventure! Great book!

This one started a little slowly but picked up momentum as it went on. I went through many emotions as you read this story of lovers kept apart by parents who didn't understand that love goes past social standing.

This book for me started a little slow but the more I read, the more it captivated me. I cried, laughed, and was on the edge of my seat several times.
Your heart aches when you hear of the troubles that have befallen Ashley and you are so happy for her when things start to come together. I was enraged when her mother comes back into her life and tries to take over and I cheered when she wouldn't let her.
This book shows us that God is always looking out for us and that He always has a plan. If you believe in happy endings, this is the book for you.

Tracie Peterson has captured the era just before the beginning of the great depression, circa 1930. A young widowed mom is working - supporting her 10 yr. old daughter while sharing a home with a grandfather who is estranged from the rest of his family.

When hurt and bitterness have built up a wall, it is very unlikely that a newcomer to town, a construction worker, will have a chance to court her, even though her daughter is playing matchmaker.

The central figure is a young, independent but sad woman who has decided that fate and God have chosen her lot of single mom. In spite of the faith of both her daugher and her grandfather, she will not attend church or believe. Her family has turned their backs on her, never even knowing that she has a child, so she determines to be single, sad and alone. Her daughter is determined to change all that.

Lies, deception, danger and tremendous intrigue are played out it this second book of Peterson's "Desert Roses" series.

Including lots of other people and circumstances, Tracie builds a tremendous plot that will hold a reader spellbound and unable to lay the book down.

This is the second volume in the Desert Roses series. Ashley Reynolds was a "Harvey Girl," working in a Harvey's restaurant in Arizona. She lived with her grandfather and little daughter. She enjoyed her work and was regarded as one of Harvey's best. Her husband had been killed in WWI. She felt she could never find anyone who would measure up to the man she lost. Her daughter met an architect working on a Harvey project who was willing to share his interest in architecture with the little girl. Natalie encouraged this friendship. About the same time Ashley's grandfather was diagnosed with terminal liver cancer.

Throughout the story another struggle was raging - Grandfather and Natalie felt a firm faith in God but Ashley had questions which kept her from faith and church. How could God take her husband as he did? How could God let her grandfather have cancer? The mystery of the bearded architect was solved in an interesting and surprising way. This is a really good story and it shows a small section of history in the west as the Great Depression was spreading over the country. It also shares the struggle several people in the story experienced in finding faith in God.

I fell in love with this book. It is excellent, and great for all race

I have already reviewed this book, but now having had it for a number of months and worked from it I just think it is a book that every stitcher should have. Exciting colours, easy to follow and great fun to stitch. When are we getting the next one Trish?

This is a must for any cross stitchers bookshelf. The designs are fascinating and Trish has made use of the brilliant sunset shades and vivid colors associated with Africa which come to life before you as you stitch. Most designs have a dominant focal point such as a wildlife object which is framed by ethnic borders which are quite detailed but not repetitious. Every detail is outlined in fine black thread which gives it a dramatic feel and some metallic details are included to add sparkle. What I like most is that the designs can be used for any occassion both male and female, big or small and she has included a set of individual motifs at the back of the book so that you make your own designs. Will be looking out for a follow on to this one........

A wonderful book with a vibrancy that only Africa can offer. Trish Burr has captured the magic of Africa suberbly well. A well detailed book with something for the beginner, as well as for the more advanced stitcher.

The charts are well defined, easy to read and just as easy to do. With folklore accompanying the charts, its makes for interesting reading.

A book worth buying.

Ines
African Stitch
www.africanstitch.com

To say this book helped me is an understatement. It not only helps me in my college studies, but in every day situations. I am purchasing another copy today for my niece, who is experiencing some difficulty in comprehending math. Of course she is labeled with a "Learning Disability". Well after my husband & I helped her with her homework, we realized "she doesn't have a disability"....it is the way the school "explains" math concepts that is making math a mystery to her. When I spoke to her and brought math "down to earth" as this book does....she is catching on quick. I am sending this book to her today, for I know it will help her through-out her life. To the authors I want say....Thank you for making math understandable.

It's a very good book that is easy to understand.

I am a mom who graduated many years ago, who is having to freshen up on my math and algebra skills so I can help my teenage children understand their work in school. This book makes learning algebra for my 16 year old son, who suffers from a Learning Disability, easy to comprehend, while refreshing what I learned many years ago. It takes you through practically every step imaginable to understand the rules, terms and equations of algebra. I never thought learning algebra could be so easy! My son, who has ALWAYS struggled with math, now actually says that algebra is FUN! Just keeping him interested in a subject is challenging enough, but with this book, he actually looks forward to the challenge!

Thanks for making this book available!

After years of thinking that I just couldn't do math, this book did the impossible. It taught me not only how to solve math problems but to understand how I solved them. I actually feel comfortable with math and want to go as far as I can learning it. Instead of being torture it is now an intriguing subject. I made it to Algebra II in high school ten years ago but I never knew what I was doing. I highly recommend this book to anyone who thinks they "can't do math". I think some people just learn differently than it is taught in most public schools. You CAN learn math (if I could, then you can too!).