Clark Books

There are probably thousands of books written about the Civil War, and many of them cover the same territory. But Gettysburg: Voices of the Civil War by the editors of Time-Life Books, provides a new look at this monumental battle.

Voices of the Civil War is filled with first hand accounts of the events leading up to and including the Battle of Gettysburg. Instead of a dry narrative, the authors provide a brief description of events. But they then turn the story over to the soldiers, civilians, families and newsmen who were eyewitnesses. They spent thousands of hours searching out letters, journals, and dairies as well as photographs and sketches. In reading these accounts, we get a more vivid picture of the battle. We can almost see the bullets flying by our heads, hear the constant roar of cannons and guns followed by the anguished cries and moaning of the injured and dying soldiers and horses. We also read about the mayhem and chaos of battle. One soldier writes "I could have walked a half or three quarters of a mile on the dead soldiers of the enemy and not have put my feet on the ground. In some places, they were lying three deep." Recalls a Virginia artillery lieutenant, "The sights and sounds that assailed us were simply indescribable" with "corpses swollen to twice their original size, some of them actually burst asunder with the pressure of foul gases and vapors." Civilians were left to deal with the carnage, and one resident reports on "piles of amputated limbs were heaped outside the open windows." Yet, despite the death and destruction, there was a determination that this battle needed to be fought for a noble cause. A New York Times reporter lamented upon finding the body of his dead son, "O, you dead, who at Gettysburg have baptized with your blood the second birth of Freedom in America."

Yet, throughout the battle, there were tender scenes as well. Civilians especially, helped provide food and medical care to the soldiers of both sides. Even the soldiers could put aside regional hatred. One Confederate soldier came upon a wounded Union man. "I saw that all one side of his lower jaw was torn off. I got him to a shade and fixed him down with his oil cloth, blanket and knapsack, then brought him a canteen of water and how pitiful to see him trying to drink by pushing the mouth of the canteen through the wound in his throat."

I have a selfish reason for being fascinated by Voices from The Civil War. My great-great grandfather fought in the Civil War and was wounded on the second day of fighting at Gettysburg. Having left no written record of his war experiences in diaries or letters, Voices of the Civil War is as close as I can get to understanding what he lived through.

This book has three things that should be required for all Gettysburg books. First, it has an artist's rendering of the battle ground. Second, it has a chronology of the sequence of events. And finally, it includes a list of officers for both armies that includes the generals, corps, divisions and brigades. These three items makes it much easier to see the full picture while reading.

So while some Gettysburg books may give you a more complete description of battles and such, no book will capture your attention, your imagination or your heart like Voices of the Civil War.

This is one of the books in the Time-Life Series, "Voices of the Civil War". In these books the authors/editors have taken passages out of diaries, letters to home, and personal observations of Union and Confederate Soldiers, along with photographs and pictures (of the soldiers, if a photograph is available), and given the soldier's viewpoints of the Battle. This is an insightful, moving, inspiring, and tragic account of the particular battle. In this case, the great and terrible Battle Of Gettysburg.

From such Generals as Robert E. Lee, James Longstreet, W. Scott Hancock, to low ranking officers, to the enlisted men, there are letters, diary entries, and viewpoints taken from these soldiers as they write about "Little Round Top", "The Devils Den", "Culps Hill", "Cemetary Ridge", and other locations where the battle took place around Gettysburg. The letters and viewpoints range from the patriotic, others talk about the terror of the battle, others inform about lost loved ones, and yet there are humorous tales taken from the diaries of the soldiers.

This is such an interesting book, that once you pick it up, it is hard to put down. The other books in the "Voices of the Civil War" series are just as interesting as "Gettysburg".

Highly recommended!

I like to refer to this book as a colorful, well done "coffee table" book as it features many drawings, photos and skips the details you would find in other books about the battle. This book is probably not for those looking for details or heavy explanations about a specific conflict in the battle. For one that is looking to get a basic understanding of the battle and aftermath quickly it is perfect. For those new to understanding Gettysburg this is an excellent book. Having read many books about the battle I found this book interesting in regards to the personal accounts that are found on just about every page. Time Life has made a great book and continues their quality as with other series in the past.

How simple it is to turn frustration into peace. The author takes one bible quote and in one or two pages explains and applies it to life's everyday hassles. By the time I read one every day, hassles really become petty! The author's writing is clear and easy to read, and he makes you feel as though you can effortlessly apply each one to your everyday life. I felt as though each one was a simple solution to a more peaceful daily life. If each one page chapter were printed on the front page of the morning paper for everyone to read each day, the world would be a more pleasant and friendlier place.

Even after reading just the first few chapters of this book, I was left feeling motivated and uplifted. It is a book that gently guides you through the problems many of us face. This book covers those things in life that overwhem us such as worry, anger, relationships etc. I definitely found encouragement from all the advice the author shares. He writes it in such a honest and loving manner that made me want to become a better person in God's eyes. I highly recommend it!

I received this book as a gift and highly recommend it! Easy & fast reading....with very meaningful short essays relating to everyday life. It is a must purchase for you & friends that are looking for ways that God can move in your life.

I have read all of Tiffany Snow's books, and even had a detailed email exchange with father Billy, who is now her husband. The theology she experiences in the lightening strike is a bit different from traditional theology, whether Eastern Orthodox, Roman Catholic, or Protestant. Here is what I have learned:
1. God really desires universal reconciliation, even if not everyone takes up the offer.
2. God is beyond religion, and wants to have a relationship with those who love him. This reminds me of a quote from Mary Baker Eddy, the Christian Science founder, who said, "Divine Love always has met, and always will meet, every human need."
3. God desires everyone to have an abundance in health, relationships, and finances (similar to some contemporary ministers preach for the Christian community, like Larry Ollison or Joel Osteen)
4. God wishes to bestow spiritual gifts for his children.
5. Hell exists, but hell fire does not, as the nature of God is love.
The decrees are the means to experience God's abundance, help, and gifts, but we must occasionally utilize them.
Randy Kemp
www.randykempcopywriting.com

This is truly a remarkable book! There are 3 separate parts to it, with 5 pages of contents alone, a whole tool box of goodies! This book equips the reader to help you remember who you are, how powerful you are, and what you are here for. Specific wording called Divine Decrees for perfect alignment of God's will with self will for guidance, protection, abundance in all things, forgiveness going backward and forward, cleansing and rendering harmless, transforming severe weather, developing mystical awareness of God, healing the environment, politics, religion, commerce, also prophecy and things to come. Why God's love is beyond religion, why things are speeding up, how we can participate with the Holy Angels in the world's shift into light. The publishing of this book is a landmark event - you won't find anything else like it to help you and your family. You will see the transformation begin in your own home. Love wins!

Blessed Tiffany's books just get better and better. Each one is better than the one before it. I feel like I have truly been instructed by a Divinely inspired teacher. I have personally witnessed awesome unbelievable miracles that have occurred after sessions with tiffany. I know she is truly in touch with God. Anyone truly interested in growing and learning spiritually should buy every one of Tiffany's books. This one is really special.

I found this book to be very insightful and thought-provoking. I would recommend this book to anyone due to its cross-discipline penning.

Are your interested in the issue of relating science and religion, but do you have a hard time finding your way in the complex material? Then this is definitely the book for you! I already loved the first edition, but the second, revised and expanded edition, will be a classic...

Summarizing this book is simply impossible, because this is not a monograph on a particular subject, but a text book aiming at giving a broad overview of the field and providing the necessary instruments for further study. The book deals not only with matters of method (e.g. modelf of relating science and religion) and history (e.g. historical examples of tensions between science and theology), but also extensively with theory. The new physics (Newtonian physics, cosmology, anthropic principles), evolutionary biology (Darwinism, human evolution, reductionism), psychology, ecology, science and education, religious diversity, tecnology, and biotechnology are dealt with in detail. Also divine action is given a fairly thorough treatment.

All in all, this book covers most of the contemporary field of science and theology. Having studied this book, you should be able to find your way in science & theology. Truly excellent!

Having had the privilege of studying the course behind this publication first-hand at Exeter, I would recommend the book to any student who seeks a thorough and well-rounded survey of the contemporary debate between science and religion.

Or is it a debate? The authors posit several models of dialogue between these two - usually separated - spheres, and this forms a core feature of this textbook: the opportunity to explore ways in which the two complement and enrich one another.

Therefore as well as being competently yet simply introduced to complex scientific questions (the Big Bang, the origin of life, quantum theory - to name a few), the author allows scope for the reader to see - for himself, and through the eyes of great thinkers, more and less famous - how it is possible to construct a working hypothesis of the inter-relation between God, humanity and the cosmos.

In the later chapters, which are a particularly unique and enjoyable section, we are introduced to the scientifically-influenced theologies of Jay McDaniel's "pelican heaven", Sallie McFague's "embodied God" and Ruth Page's "Web of Life". The reader can enjoy these models, whilst exercising a critical eye, sensitive to the scientific perceptions and phenomena so effectively outlined towards the beginning of the book.

On top of this, other views are outlined, including a section on Islamic theology and creation.

This is a great book for students and all those interested in understanding more of the world about them. It is refreshing to find a theology book which is so world-affirming, without resorting to religious dogmatism: not just a dry textbook, but a competent handbook AND a "choose you own adventure!"

I found this title in a used bookstore and, after thumbing through the recipes, couldn't understand why it had been sold. All the same, it was a good find for me and has changed Sunday in my house. This is the only morning I have to fix a proper brunch and this book has all the right options: starches, meats, cereals, breads, and potent potables. My favorites are the sherried chicken hash, the Santa Fe breakfast sandwich, and peppered biscuits. I'm glad to see it available here for others to discover. Note: if he recommends preparing certain elements the night before, it will save you time in the morning.

I purchased this book about a year and a half ago when it became clear that my holiday brunches were getting just a little TOO predictable. Family and friends knew what they'd be getting each time, and it was becoming just a little boring. Then Michael McLaughlin came to the rescue with GOOD MORNINGS.

He covers a variety of meal styles, from rib-sticking breakfast feasts to more elegant brunches, to some light & quick choices like Blueberry-Watermelon Smoothies. There are some recipes that appeal to adults (like the Warm Salad of Scrambled Eggs, Smoked Fish, and Greens, which was excellent and relatively simple to make for 4); others that are geared to younger tastes (such as PB & J--Peanut Butter & Jelly--French Toast Sandwiches--great when made with grape jelly!); and dishes with universal appeal like Creamed Hash Browns.

I now find myself using the book more and more when I have weekend houseguests. Since people's individual tastes can vary so widely early in the morning, there is definitely something for everyone in this collection. Even with a diverse group that included a dedicated dieter, another who wanted "just coffee", and others who were willing to indulge a bit, I've been able to pull together a good meal in very little time. (Many of the recipes have make-ahead steps.) In addition to the emphasis on relaxed entertaining, there are many good suggestions, particularly among the breads, rolls, and muffins (Carrot-Currant Bran Muffins are a particular favorite of mine), that will fill the bill nicely on a weekday morning when people are headed out to work or school. Now that the holidays are here, and I'm expecting visitors, I'm pulling this book out again so that I can feed them well, and still have some time for myself.

I gave this book to my husband for some occasion or another and used it myself to entertain friends from San Francisco. We had the Double Salmon Cakes, which must be started the night before, with Spicy Peach Ketchup(yum!) and Double Hominy Grits (obviously we're from the South) with Cheese and Green Onions. Also on the menu, Peppered Buttermilk Biscuits. We served the brunch on the deck (it was Memorial Day): everyone declared it a delicious meal and our friends have asked for the recipes. So I'm sending them a copy of the book as a "thank you" for my recent visit with them in SFO. The photography is beautiful and the page layouts easy to read.

ellen zieselman is a brilliant writer. a magical piece. i hope she goes on to write others.

I purchased this book for my 6 year old after he expressed a sudden interest in marionettes. He is not yet reading fluently, but sits eagerly by my side nightly as we read through this beautiful book together. He has learned much about the marionettes of Gustave Baumann. The photographs provide high visual interest, and the text with marionettes doing the 'speaking' is quite appealing to young children.

This is a delightful representation of the artist and his work, beautifully and clearly written and magically photographed. It will make an enthusiast of the casual observer!

I have read and used the book. I found it exceptionally advantageous in both theory and practice. It incorporates great illustration and visual aids that are self-explanatory. My number one book when it comes to Nitrous oxide use. Highly Recommended.

Samir Dauahera, DDS

I sell dental sedation units. This text is my #1 recommendation to the dentist purchasing a unit. Good Stuff.

The second edition of this useful text goes beyond expectations. There is an increased emphasis on safety using minimal levels of nitrous oxide during most dental care (less than 50%), as well as the current 'standard of care' use of titration procedure model. Includes and relates the ASA Physical Classification System.

Every dental professional using nitrous oxide should purchase this text so as to update themselves in many areas.

HARD WAY HOME


The story starts with another day of operations at a remote outpost and a camp in Northern Vietnam in 1969 in the middle of the raging war, where you get an eagle's eye view of the day to day life of the American Army stationed there, and the cultural differences and prejudices that color the times... Combat, death and struggle for survival are the order of the day, and seemingly ordinary events turn to extraordinary acts of treason and lethal deception. You witness the action through the eyes of the author with his photographic memory, of every little detail, color, move, expression.
Fast-forward to the end of the war in 1976, and the official agreements for return of POW-MIA's. The story takes off and soars into breath-stopping heights....The dirty little secrets of the government hypocrisy, the escapes, the return and the disillusionment of the men...
Despite the disclaimer of the author about the fictitiousness of this book, and living in the days of another questionable war where Big Brother has a free hand, you can't help but wonder how much of this Historic Fiction is fiction and how much isn't.
I haven't read a book this good for a long time. I'd place it among the best books of War Fiction I have ever read. Well worth the time, and looking forward to the next work of Dennis W. Clark.

Hard Way Home is a must read for all of us who lived through the years of the Vietnam War.....A new reminder of just what we left behind and a confirmation that all the Veterans who still display their MIA/POW flag, perhaps know far more than any of us ever dreamed possible. Thought provoking, you bet. It's been a week since I finished the book and I'm still asking myself. . . just how much was fact and how much was fiction?

This book is a definite page turner. I would suggest reading it before a movie is made. It takes you back to the 1960's and 70's when our country was in such a turmoil over Vietnam. The book gives you some insight into what our young men went through. Fortunately it will still let you sleep at night.

A charming little book, Mozartian in its profundity. The profundity is there in a down to earth practical spirituality. This book would be a most appreciated gift.

Great book for kids dealing with a lot of hard things going on. Seems authentic and down to earth.

This little book is a great communications opener for children and adults, particularly for children in a difficult living situation. Feelings are explored in a warm, safe way and the reader is shown that we have choices about how we feel and act. Everthing a child (and adult!) needs to know about feelings to succeed in life is covered with simple words and delightful illustrations. Excellent for use by a big brother/sister or caring mentor as well as family members and friends. A special gift for someone important in your life who is in need of a friend.

Understanding the historical development of pensions is critical to the future of retirement systems around the world. This volume offers a comprehensive assessment of the political and financial dimensions of public sector pensions from the colonial period until the emergence of modern retirement plans in the twentieth century. The authors emphasize how retirement plans can help achieve human resource objectives, how public sector pension policy has sometimes been influenced by other government objectives, and how early pension plans were funded.

After discussing the economics of retirement plans, the authors review the history of European retirement plans, beginning with their use in the Roman Empire, and then moves on to early American pension systems. They explore the development and management of U.S. army and navy pension plans during the nineteenth century, drawing on original records of participants, retirees, and plan finances. They document the struggle to establish a federal civil service retirement system and trace the growth of state and local retirement plans. This history is inextricably linked to broader developments in U.S. financial markets, offering rich insights into political debates, including current debates surrounding plan design and plan funding.

This book is of significant interest to financial market and pension experts, labor and corporate pension sponsors, policymakers, public sector plan participants, and others who want to know how and why pensions emerged. Robert L. Clark is Professor of Economics and Professor of Business Management, North Carolina State University, and coeditor of the volume To Retire or Not? Retirement Policy and Practice in Higher Education, also available in the series from the University of Pennsylvania Press. Lee A. Craig is Professor of Economics, North Carolina State University. Jack W. Wilson is Professor of Business Management, North Carolina State University.

Understanding the historical development of pensions is critical to the future of retirement systems around the world. This volume offers a comprehensive assessment of the political and financial dimensions of public sector pensions from the colonial period until the emergence of modern retirement plans in the twentieth century. The authors emphasize how retirement plans can help achieve human resource objectives, how public sector pension policy has sometimes been influenced by other government objectives, and how early pension plans were funded.

After discussing the economics of retirement plans, the authors review the history of European retirement plans, beginning with their use in the Roman Empire, and then moves on to early American pension systems. They explore the development and management of U.S. army and navy pension plans during the nineteenth century, drawing on original records of participants, retirees, and plan finances. They document the struggle to establish a federal civil service retirement system and trace the growth of state and local retirement plans. This history is inextricably linked to broader developments in U.S. financial markets, offering rich insights into political debates, including current debates surrounding plan design and plan funding.

This book is of significant interest to financial market and pension experts, labor and corporate pension sponsors, policymakers, public sector plan participants, and others who want to know how and why pensions emerged. Robert L. Clark is Professor of Economics and Professor of Business Management, North Carolina State University, and coeditor of the volume To Retire or Not? Retirement Policy and Practice in Higher Education, also available in the series from the University of Pennsylvania Press. Lee A. Craig is Professor of Economics, North Carolina State University. Jack W. Wilson is Professor of Business Management, North Carolina State University.

Clark, Craig, and Wilson have produced a comprehensive book that serves a wide audience. While providing a detailed history of the development of public sector pensions from colinial times to 1920, tghe authors have taught their readers about the economic theory of pensions, informed them about the origins of the modern welfare state, and guided them to better understand the policy implications of recent proposals to reform Social Security. In the end, this book accomplishes much.

Shawn Kantor
University of California, Merced, and National Bureau of Economic Research