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First off, I'd like to agree with the first reviewer. This is an excellent compilation that stands by itself (although, for an intro class, it definitely requires a "discipline-oriented" text book like Kottak as a guiding force). I would recommend this book highly to my fellow anthros and to general readers alike. What follows is a brief summary of some of my favorite articles in the collection. The selections are all short and well-written, they make interesting and useful points and convey the complexity and utility of anthropology very, very well.

I've been waiting a long time to see Peggy McIntosh's wonderful essay on "White Privilege" in print somewhere. I had the distinct pleasure of hearing her give an oral version of the same talk a number of years ago and am very very pleased to see it published here for the benefit of students. The book is worth the price for that article alone.

However, this is not the only gem in this collection. Phillipe Bourgois' work on crack dealers is introduced here as is Gerald Murray's work on wood farming as a means to encourage re-forestation programs in Haiti. There are also classics such as Richard Lee's story of the !Kung San insulting of his gift of a Christmas ox ("Eating Christmas in the Kalahari") and Laura Bohannon's failure to get Tiv elders to see Hamlet as a story about incest, revenge and justice. Jared Diamond's revisionist view of the advent of agriculture is also here (perhaps an antidote for his more recent "Guns, Germs and Steel" though undoutedly similar in style).

Other personal favorites of mine include Eugene Cooper's discussion of Chinese table manners (also a must for people who want to teach a course on the anthropology of food), Richard Reed's examination of the tension between environmentalists and indigenous communities in Paraguay, Joan Cassels' excellent analysis of surgery as a male-gendered medical speciality and Paul Farmer's and Arthur Kleinman's thoughtful peice on suffering and AIDS in Haiti.

Incidentally, I would thoroughly recommend anything by Paul Farmer to readers interested in social medicine. His scholarship and humanity are both quite phenomenal and totally justify the attention he has recieved due to the MacArthur fellowship.

I only have a couple of quibbles with this book and even these are not so much criticisms as comments for the unwary: Jennifer Laab's peice on corporate anthropologists seems to have been written for a corporate audience as a selling point for anthropology. As such it plays up the notion of anthropologists as service providers for corporate interests in a way which is a little frown-inducing for an academician such as myself. Not because I don't approve of anthropology in the private sector, but because the peice itself seems to argue that anthropology is merely a set of techniques that can be workshopped (like team-building exercises)to busy executives for the greater good of the company. Again, this is a VERY worthwhile point to debate, but not one that easily stands without comment. Secondly, the article by Wade Davis (he of "Serpent and the Rainbow" fame), while again discussion-worthy, seems a little superficial, dated in language and probably replaceable (Robert Voeks'recently-published "Sacred Leaves of Candomble" is one alternative that springs to mind). Lastly, I would like to plead for the inclusion of a selection on tatooing or bodily adornment of some sort in any future editions. This is a topic of enduring interest among students and would definitely be an asset to such a nicely-balanced and valuable collection.

When I took a sophomore level anthropology class at my University, Applying Anthropology was required as a secondary reading text, in addition to Kottak's Anthropology (7th edition). Applying Anthropology contains 52 articles in the categories of Biological Anthropology, Archaeology, Cultural Anthropology, Culture and Communication, Culture and Food, Culture and Race, Economy and Business, Gender and Socialization, Politics & Law & Warfare, and Social & Cultural Change. Instead of being a textbook that was something I just read for the class that required it, it turned out to be a book that I would have bought for my own personal purposes. Also, in addition to enjoying reading it, I learned a lot about anthropology. One of my favorite articles discusses what may have happened on Easter Island that resulted in the demise of an entire culture. All in all, Applying Anthropology provides an interesting approach to learning a lot about culture worldwide.

Though I had read Eric Bentley's compilation of the HUAC hearings ("Thirty Years of Treason"), it was not as chilling as this dramatic reenactment of some of the more intriguing testimony. I wish it were on a CD instead of an audio tape, however.

Spy's? History? Real life? What could be better? Beautifully acted!!

We received a set of three of these for my son when he was one and a half. They are marvelous! The pages are very sturdy and the tabs are easy to slide, even for little hands. I kept one of these books in my diaper bag at all times to keep my son occupied when I was at the grocery store or at a restaurant. These books are a great idea for any toddler!

This is the first book my one year old boy responded to. We have three of these books, and he likes them all, but this one is his favorite. He brings this book to us to read at least twice a day and doesn't seem to tire of seeing the bunny pop up at the end. It has chunky pages, so he can turn them himself, and the pop ups are rugged enough that he can manipulate them without destroying the book. This is especially good for Sean, who likes to do things himself. I highly recommend this book!!

IF YOUR FROM AUBURN AND YOU WANT TO RELIVE THE HISTORY OF YOUR CITY THIS BOOK AND VOLUME TWO WILL BE OF GREAT INTEREST TO YOU. ITS SAD TO SEE A CITY WITH SUCH GREAT POTENTIAL DIE A SLOW DEATH WITH THE CORPSE OF THE INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION ROTTING AROUND IT.

HAVING LIVED IN AUBURN,NY FOR 25 YEARS, (1939-1964) I BELIEVE THAT THIS BOOK TELLS THE STORY AND HAS ABSOLUTELY THE BEST PICTURES OF AUBURN AT IT'S VERY BEST. THE CIVIL WAR, THE INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION ALL SEEMED TO BE POSPEROUS, INTERESTING AND VERY EMOTIONAL TIMES FOR THE CITY OF AUBURN. I DID NOT GROW UP IN THE BEST TIMES OF AUBURN, SO I REALLY ENJOYED READING THIS ACCOUNT OF MY CITY.

The book gives an in depth coverage not found in abridged articles
and gallery sheets. It is worth having.

The collective and profusely illustrated study of Harvey L. Jones (Senior Curator of the art at the Oakland Museum of California since 1971), Kenneth R. Trapp (independent curator and writer), and Kevin Starr (Professor of History at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles), The Art Of Arthur And Lucia Mathews is provides the reader with an intricate detailing of the collective works of the two truly great artists. Providing art students and scholars with an in-depth understanding of the history and comprehensive production of their eclectic and contemporary artistry, Arthur Mathews and Lucia Mathews are presented as artists who were progressive for their time, and this 272-page compendium of their work righteously and validly expresses the entirety of what truths, beauties and gentle intricacies they strove for. The Art Of Arthur And Lucia Mathews is very highly recommended for academic library Art History collections, as well as students of modern, contemporary, progressive art.

I read this book after stumbling across it at the library. I am going to purchase a copy because I think it is an invaluable reference for gardening and travel. I am plotting a course of the gardens described in the book and hope to tour some of them on my next trip to France. Thanks to Ms. Jones for a rewarding read and a visual treat.

This book strikes me most with its beautiful pictures. If you can stop thumbing through the pictures long enough to read, you will find that the format is user friendly, and there is useful information on many aspects of gardening. One of my favorite book to look through in the winter!

> Someone has really done it! This book is readable, intellegent,thoughtful,& full of insights, just what JM was trying to do. I felt good and hopeful that someone had written down something that would be genuinely useful; That clean feeling you get from doing your 30 meetings in 30 days. Anyone can use this! Highly recommended!!

I loved the book. John Michael tells it straight from the heart, and wants to share with others what he has found to be true. "The Art of Moderation" is a book you'll want to read several times, and perhaps give to a friend who has ever wondered if there really is a way to be able to drink and not be an alcohol abuser. John's book is easy to read, and refreshing. Highly recommended!

I have read many of Lloyd-Jones' works and they seem to get better and better. As a Christian, I have come to see that the Church (me included) is robbing herself of experiencing the glories of the first-century Christian Church and no longer providing a pure shining light to a world lost in hopeless darkness. In addition to that, the Church seems to be so far away from what it originally was when she began. The chapters on "Singleness of Heart," "Gladness," and "Rise Up and Walk" are incredible! Martyn Lloyd-Jones opens our eyes to our need and invites us to find the original, untainted Christian Church thriving in power and love. If this is your hope, then do not hesitate to read this book!

As the world become crowded with opinions and alternative voices in almost all aspect of our life, I find this book very refreshing as He brings us back to the events among the 1st century Christians. Based on the book of Acts 1-3, the verse by verse exposition will definitely encourage and strengthen us in our search for real Christianity in the midst of a crowded world. Let Martyn Lloyd Jones speak to you personally and powerfully as you look for an authentic voice in a crowded world!

I have read many of Lloyd-Jones' works and they seem to get better and better. As a Christian, I have come to see that the Church (me included) is robbing herself of experiencing the glories of the first-century Christian Church and no longer providing a pure shining light to a world lost in hopeless darkness. In addition to that, the Church seems to be so far away from what it originally was when she began. The chapters on "Singleness of Heart," "Gladness," and "Rise Up and Walk" are incredible! Martyn Lloyd-Jones opens our eyes to our need and invites us to find the original, untainted Christian Church thriving in power and love. If this is your hope, then do not hesitate to read this book!

As the world become crowded with opinions and alternative voices in almost all aspect of our life, I find this book very refreshing as He brings us back to the events among the 1st century Christians. Based on the book of Acts 1-3, the verse by verse exposition will definitely encourage and strengthen us in our search for real Christianity in the midst of a crowded world. Let Martyn Lloyd Jones speak to you personally and powerfully as you look for an authentic voice in a crowded world!