Carter Books

In an attempt to explain the French Revolution on the one hand, and the triumph of Parliament on the other, historians have imposed a distinction of "absolute" and "limited" monarchy on early modern Europe. Henshall's book shows the problems with this distinction, and explains exactly what "absolute" power was, how it worked with representative institutions, and where it differed from despotism.

Henshall's basic argument is that certain monarchical prerogatives had always been absolute, unchallenged and unassailable. On the other hand, certain aspects of government had always been consultative. The early modern period was marked with problems of rebellion, minorities, etc, that upset this balance, and what historians generally consider a struggle over preeminence in government was really powers simply trying to maintian their traditional prerogatives. Henshall shows many examples of how traditionally "absolutist" governments relied on representative instituitions, and sought to oppose despotism. Conversely, he shows how traditionally "limited" governments often displayed hallmarks of what is traditionally considered "absolutism." Ultimately, he declares the distinction a historiographical error stemming from a backward reading of history, and the last chapter of the book is an analysis of the development of this absolutist myth.

This is a dense book, full of information, but never unreadable. From Henshall's occasional witticism, to the eye-opening of his arguments, this book is fascinating and an important work of historical research.

The thing that's so special about this book, what sets it apart form other vampire books.. are the characters.. their humanities. You will fall head over heals in love with these characters.. Jackeb, the eccentric madman that you love to hate, but love non-the-less.. Auggie! OMG, AUGGIE! The sweet, sweet aged and all powerful oracle.. beautiful, clumsy, vivid and lovely Laura.. and Nathan.. despite his current "predicament" of vampirism, and all his blythes and sorrow.. he embodies a true hero, a man among men. Their story, as they discover friendship and betrayal, love and lust, destiny and free will.. will enrapture you as you watch these very human characters, with very human emotions find the courage within them to face their destinies. These authors have taken the history of vampires, and made it far more ancient, seductive, and.. genuine.. than ever before.

What a provocative surprise! I can't wait for the sequel!

This field guide to seashells will appeal to a wide age range; from elementary-level users just being introduced to seashore life through high school and adult users who want an easy identification guide to shells. Each page is packed with color photos, while tips on keeping a shell collection, single-page references to related shells, and searching tips supplement natural history insights. Highly recommended.

ZARKON had been born a million years from now,in a strange and mysterious future world. He represented the ultimate result of a program of genetic engineering conducted by the rulers of his weird world of tomorrow to protect against the extinction of the human race. Superhuman,rather than human,he was the end result of an experiment in selective breeding conducted over thousands of generations to produse a perfect superman. Aided by his OMEGA CREW of five human sidekicks,ZARKON books are a lot like the DOC SAVAGE books only with better spelling and without DOC SAVAGE'S habit of dumping radioactive waste out of his windows so that he can follow radioactive cars or people from outside his office,and gifting cancer to hundreds of passing innocents. This book is set in August 1970,and while it is the first book in the series it is the twelfth case Zarkon has solved since he arrived in the past.

I enjoyed reading "Never Babysit the Hippopotamuses", to my four year old nephew. He really enjoyed the wacky chain of events in this book. This book enables a small child to really use their imagination. At the end of the story, you can ask the child, if they would rather babysit the Hippo's or their next door neighor the Monkeys? We both liked the colorful illustrations. I would highly recommend this book.

I was given this journal, and I have to say, if you are new to recovery or know someone who is, this is an excellent daily workbook for recovering alcoholics or addicts. It takes you through all 12-steps of the AA program, one day at a time, over a year period. For each day, there is an inspiring, thought provoking reading and a place to journal your own thoughts. Comes with a DVD of recovering people sharing their experiences getting into AA. It's great to watch with family -- everyone gets a better idea about what it takes to get sober.

This book has a fantastic collection of outdoor projects for the wood worker. Each step of each project is clearly explained and illustrated. Norms personality is certainly carved into these pages which makes it easy to understand and enjoyable to read. If you are a fan of The New Yankee Workshop, this is a must add book for your collection.

While I admire the "straight" photography of Adams, Weston, and the Farm Security Administration photographs of the 1930's. Now that I am older, I am drawn to the romantic, soft and somewhat dreamy photographs associated with "pictorialism." I found some examples in an old book by Paul L. Anderson. Anderson also mentions a "Struss Pictorial Lens." I would find examples of "pictorialism" at museum shows. Later I found a book entitled "Pictorialism in California" with wonderful photograhps. However, this book about Karl Struss is wonderful. Particularly his still photography prior to 1918. Struss' work with night and architectural scenes are wonderful! A revelation. He didn't "do" figures well. But any photographer interested in the history of photograhy will find a visual feast. The book is well produced and high quality images. This book explores an interesting person, who for various reasons, remains almost unknown today.

Black Coat Press continues its successful mission to bring little-known works to a wider audience, and this fun Nick Carter play is a prime example. Penny-dreadful detective Carter vs. a master villain who must be the notorious Fantomas is a formula for a Wold-Newtonish crossover that can't go wrong!

WHEN YOU READ THIS BOOK YOU WILL FALL IN LOVE WITH NICK CARTER. THIS IS IF YOU ALREADY HAVEN'T