Meyer Books

Wow. Couldn't put it down. Such an amazing person - he's done so many things in the course of his life. A Must-read!

Wow. Couldn't put it down. Such an amazing person - he's done so many things in the course of his life. A Must-read!

I started reading this book one shabbos and had trouble putting it down to daven. After shabbos I didn't put it down until I finished on Sunday. For any serious Jew this book will be absolutely inspirational, for others it is very interesting. You read about Meyer Birnbaum's life in such a way that you can picture yourself there. Learn what it was like to grow up as an Orthodox Jew in a poor family early in the Century. He was there for the near beginnings of the Agudath movement in the U.S. He was an officer in the U.S. Army (a combat soldier no less) who managed to remain observant under some very difficult experiences, not all due to combat- sometimes fellow soldiers weren't all that understanding, picture wearing tifillin to daven in the morning during basic training (anyone who was in the military should be in cold sweats at that picture). He helped with concentration camp survivors and helped get many to Israel and he moved to Israel in time to see the birth of a nation. This is an inspirational story, with doses of intrigue and suspense. One of the best books I ever read.

A detailed account that keeps the reader turning page after page in excitement. This autobiography by a devoted orhtodox Jew who maintains his traditions and integrity throughout the hardships of life, growing up poverty-stricken in America, and serving in the Untied States army during World War II, will surely inspire and enthrall readers from all backgrounds.

This book was written by Dave Meyer, the husband of Bible teacher Joyce Meyer. Each page has a Bible verse, a brief devotional thought, and a sentence for you to remember throughout that day. It makes an excellent daily devotional book. Although we hear a lot about Joyce, this book proves that Dave has just as much wisdom about the Bible and daily life as she does.
I would highly recommend this book to anyone who wants to know God better.

Years of walking with the Lord and studying God's word are evident in the book Life Lines by Dave Meyer. Mr. Meyer selects some of the most poignant and relevant scriptures from the pages of the Bible on which to reflect, giving readers extra insight into God's word. These encouraging and challenging truths shoot arrows straight into their intended targets.

Mr. Meyer writes insightful meditations sure to stir a Christian's heart. Start your day with Dave and his understanding of what God has in store for you.

Do you seek wisdom and insight for your daily living? DO NOT pass up this book!! Truly one of the best books I have read, and as a reviewer, that is saying something! This is one book that will be on your "do not ever dispose of" shelf, and one you will refer back to many times. Comprised of a short saying, a Bible reading, and a short paragraph or two describing more about the saying and verse, this book is best experienced by reading one or two, pondering them for awhile and coming back for more, even though you will hunger for more and more as you begin reading. Dave Meyer has a winner in this book , and I am greatly impressed with his tremendous insight into God's word. The phrases themselves are truly touching, and though-provoking too. The Bible verses he has chosen are wonderful ones, and I have walked away a much more involved Christian because of reading this book. I will NEVER get rid of this book, and have refered back to it several times already, when discussing Bible studies with my group. Definitely am looking forward to more offerings by this God-touched author, which is not surprising with Joyce Meyer as his wife and soulmate.

This book is one of my new favorites. I like this book because it challenges me to go higher with God. This is a mature book written by a mature man. His years walking with the Lord are definitely shown in his writing and revelation from the Word of God. This book is definitely not for the christians who don't want to grow. This book is easy to read and gives you meat instead of milk. :) Don't read this if you don't want to go to the next level.

In her down to earth "tell it like it is" style, Chris Caine uses her own pregnancy experience as a parallel for the process of giving birth to God-given dreams placed on the inside of every individual. This is A MUST READ!!!

After wetting yourself laughing from the stories at the beginning of each chapter (all pregnancy related, but a guy can still appreciate the humour!), you'll really get something out of this book. This isn't a list of formulas or '7 steps to...' - it's a book that inspires you to live a bigger life, and equips you to start in that direction. The book doesn't have all the answers, but it propels you on the journey (or should I say rollercoaster ride!) that is (as Christine says) 'a life unleashed'.

This book is a real eye opener. Anybody body who is feeling even a little out of sorts with their life will feel better about themselves after reading this book. I laughed and cried along with Christine while reading this book. Not only because of the experieces she went through, but because I could relate to some of her experiences. I definately recommend this book!!

If you need a little inspiration, motivation or are just looking for a good read - GET THIS BOOK! It will inspire you not to give up, and that it really is possible to go after the dream in your heart...as well as see that dream become a reality! This book not only contains great teaching - but it will have you on the floor with laughter at points! I'd encourage anyone (young, old, male, female, whoever!), to get this book. *Warning*...it could change your life!

A true blessing! Reading this book has given me hope and has made a significant change in my lifes journey. I highly recommend this book. There IS a "magic child" in us all. Let her bring the magic child out in you. I recommend the CD "magic Child" also. A great compaion to the book.

Janes book is written with a gentle sense of humor. Sharing her own life, she teaches how to expand our own visions and wisdom, and how to find and trust our own inner truth. I refer to her book over and over.

"Magic Child" is by far the most powerful book I've ever read. Ms. Meyers is able to present issues related to God, Truth, Love, Happiness, Self-fullfillment, responsibility and conscious living with just the right mix of wonder, magic and logic so that it is not only spiritually inspiring but makes perfect real world sense as well.

I recommend this book to anyone interested in living a happy, conscious, magic life.

This book should required reading as early as highschool. It is the perfect gift to any friend, as we all can benefit greatly from what Jane is sharing with us. After reading only three chapters, my life immediatley improved. REVELATIONAL! I realize that I am in control of my life and it is exciting to think of what I will be able to do. Very empowering, buy this book! You will not be disappointed, and it is an easy read. It addresses serious but not unsurmountable issues, and even makes you laugh out loud!

We moved to Maryland from California about 4 years ago. Eugene Meyer's book was helpful for us to understand how our new state evolved and how its people and its culture changed through the years. Its amazing how true the statement is about Maryland - its America in a small package. You have the big city (Baltimore), the mountains, the Southern ways, the nation's capital, the suburbs (affluent and rural), you have the Chesapeake Bay, you have the historic Annapolis, the port town of Baltimore (old and historic, new and changing), you have Tobacco and gambling, you have the snooty Eastern Shore (both the gentrified few and the struggling fishermen)...its pretty amazing all the stories and the ways of life in such a little state...and here we thought California had all the stories...Maryland is such a beautiful little state and the whole family loves it...

Eugene Meyer captured the warm folksy feeling only a resident can feel. It would have been nice if he had added more tales from around Montgomery County (Rockville, Germantown, Gaithersburg), but I guess Poolesville is close enough. Great work and very recommended reading.

Eugene Meyer's book on Maryland is a fascinating look at various parts of the state, with an emphasis on the human interest stories that bring it to life. I moved to Maryland a year ago and reading this book brings me much closer to feeling like I've been here for awhile. One criticism: where's the map? Maryland is a geographically complicated state and a map would have provided a great service to understanding where Mr. Meyer's was writing from and off to next.

Maryland is a geographical diverse state that offers mountains, magnificent waters, and communities that range from small, intimate villages to large, thriving cities. In Maryland Lost And Found...Again, Eugene Meyer provides the armchair traveler with a guided tour of the state and explores the people and places that made Maryland special both in the past and the present. His essays touch upon Maryland's relationships and features including megalopolis, Appalachia, the Chesapeake Bay, the Deep South, the industrial North, rich farmland, a major port, the nation's capital, as well as the primary car and rail routes carrying East Coast interstate traffic. Highly recommended for anyone with an interest in Maryland's "The Free State" history, geography and demographics, Meyer's engaging, informative, and "reader friendly" text is enhanced with black-and-white photographs.

I have lived in Maryland my entire life (with the exception of a few years between 1985 and 1994), and through the years I've done a lot of travel writing. This is an absolutely fabulous book: a must-read for anyone interested in the fascinating quirks and hidden stories in Maryland's geography and history. I think I'm familiar with just about every history/travel book that's been written on "The Free State," and this is certainly one of the best, and perhaps the best ever. Utterly fascinating and delightful reading.

Traditionally trained karateka must have problems with accepting the rational statements and revelations contained in the book Modern Sports Karate. But the clearness of the authors deductions supported by hundreds of functional photographs, tables and schemes, as well as the simplicity of his concept are firm. The message of this book is very clear: anyone wishing to engage in sports fighting kumite has to adapt his or her technical and tactical repertory to the requirements of sports fighting, regardless of what he or she has been learning in the basic karate schooling. The author offers a transparent presentation how the techniques we see in kumite can be logically reduced just to six basic types. This reduction and systemisation constitutes than a base for optimisation of training oriented toward sporting results.

Reading the book Modern Sports Karate appears like a discovery journey. The author constrains one to think with him consequently through the most important technical and tactical facets of sports fighting in karate. Such value neutral, logical approach is opening new ways for improvements in exercising karate as a sport. One doesn't need necessarily to accept the presented system as a whole. A multitude of potentials is comprised in this book. Thus, everyone can find some interesting details to improve his own fighting repertory; regardless of his karate school or style and regardless of the degree he has so far reached.

This is the future for Karate!... were my first thoughts after reading this book. It is obvious to me now where karate is heading, and I think it is the most obvious direction. The mystique of traditional formats, is now not so mysterious and more transparent, and with the advent of multi style formats the choices are boundless, this leads us to a fresh way of presenting karate in a model which suits modern society.
The book and the author have presented us with a very enlightened view to karate through sport science and the observation of kumite at black belt level. From this evolves a teaching method which appears very simplistic. The time frame for achievement is quicker, the end result just as effective. This also appears to be something that will offer a direction to karate without the numerous detours as in traditional teachings.
The practices in this book could be the model for a teaching system which could be practised in any part of the globe, and not be affected by political or religous beliefs.
The only criticism I have with book is that someone who is looking for a informative book on how to, or why to get into karate will struggle to comprehend this book, it does appear quite technical and wordy. Whereas on the other hand someone accomplished in the art will find it answers a lot of questions, and want to know more.
In summary watch this space. I think this book and its information may just start to make a difference.

Enlightening, convincing, useful.
The overall estimation: this is an extraordinary reference book on technical and tactical foundations of karate sport. Its only weakness might lay with the complexity of the issue that doesn't always allow explanations in simple words. Consequently, the textual part of the book is sporadically as condensed as usual in reference books. It requires, hence, a rather high concentration and persistence on the side of a reader.
But exactly this makes it obvious that this book has been actually written for karate people who don't use their heads for breaking bricks. Instead, it will rather help them breaking walls of the still remaining orthodoxy in karate.
The statements in this book are based on one side on deductions from common experience in sports fighting, and on the other on the transparency in accordance with human kinetics. The visual part of the book plays, then, a very important function. It is not meant for illustrations, but as evidence instead. The series of photographs, for instance, showing sequences of movements of fighting techniques are made on marked lines and points. In this way, the correctness of distances and angles with demonstrated actions becomes self-evident. Further example: the mutual relationship of presented basic combinations becomes visually easy to grasp when the interested reader cuts out parts of photographs as designated in the book. Thumbing then the pages with combinations quickly through results in a cinematic, much enlightening didactic effect.
A reader who accepts pregnant statements and doesn't just glance over but study photographs, figures, and tables carefully will be much rewarded. She or he will not just gain a completely new, convincing, and very useful insight into the basics of sports karate. He or she will for sure re-open the book Modern Sports Karate every time when wondering how to improve on the fluency and/or speed of a certain karate technique, or how to move more efficiently in a certain tactical situation.
The author as sports scientist doesn't favour, logically, any of the established karate schools. Regretfully, such style-neutral, objectively written books are really rare on the karate book market - but for that reason all the more precious.

Whether your small group is a beginning group or one that wishes to review or re-evaluate it's purpose, this book gives you the recipe. It is both gentle and straightforward, using the "one another" statements of Jesus as it's step by step directions for a healthy small group. It will assist any group to look at it's purpose, the relationship between it's members, it's nuts and bolts and in the process bring the members of the group closer to God and to each other. Each chapter adds new ingrediants to the mix which enriches the flavor of the Christian Small Group experience. It allows each group to find their own flavor, realizing that each person in the group is put there for a purpose. I think that one of the most appealing things aobut this book is that like the Bible, it is a tried and true recipe that can be used again and again and it is great to pass on to others as a sure fire recipe for a healthy small group.

One Anothering is a superb resource for a great small group experience. I have found it works well for small group beginners and for old timers too. I can hardly wait for volume II to arrive. --E. Stanley Ott, pastor, Pleasant Hills Community Presbyterian Church, Pittsburgh.

This book, originally intended as a starter series for new small groups, will help new groups as well as already established groups reach their potential. Drawing upon some of the key "one another" passages in the New Testatment that impact healthy community, the book is easy to read, practical and serves as a "quality control" tool for healthy groups. Includes eleven sessions on such topics as confidentiality, encouragement, prayer, and listening. The book has received rave reviews from those who have used it with their small group.

Small groups have served as the keystone to renewal and growth of our church & a source of enrichment to the lives of countless church members. "One Anothering" has been the launching point for most of the small groups within our congregation. This study provides building block instructions for the creation of healthy and vibrant small groups ... and lays a path for future growth and enrichment.

The Bible clearly demonstrates that the strength of the body of Christ comes from the community of believers. The center of each local community of believers is a church. Close relationships within the church provide strength for the church and bring individuals into a closer relationship with Christ. The mechanism that helps truly Christ-like relationships to develop is small group ministry. The foundation for healthy small groups is "One Anothering".

"One Anothering" is a terrific opening study for all new small groups and small groups undergoing change. This book closely follows examples modeled by Christ. The book does an excellent job of building a Biblical case for the importance of small groups within all congregations. However, rather than concluding with an interesting New Testament study, "One Anothering" provides practical tools for strengthening relationships among group members, thereby bringing them into a more personal relationship with Christ.

Through my use of this text as a small group leader, the power of prayer has come alive in my life. Group members have become aware of the most significant issues affecting the group, and share in the discovery and understanding of God's answers. This book teaches the power of confidential-loving-accountability.

As a leader and participant in many small groups - both within and outside my church congregation, I strongly recommend the use of "One Anothering" for all small groups. New groups will benefit from its structure and framework, while older groups will strengthen existing bonds - thus improving overall group effectiveness and functionality. I have used this book in men's groups, couples groups, parent groups and groups with no particular focus.

No matter the focus or age of your small group - "One Anothering" is an essential study. This is truly an inspired work that will help your small group reach its full potential, thus strengthening the body of Christ within your congregation and community.

This is beyond all question the best book on portrait painting ever produced.

Kinstler's adroit painterly style reminds me of James Montgomery Flagg [although its been forty years since I've seen a Flagg painting}. I was surprised on rereading the book that a portrait of Flagg can be found on p. 22. Most portrait painting is characterized by a deadly formality. It is, I fear, the nature of the beast. And most portraits in the book are of famous or vainglorious people and are necessarily formal. When he is given leeway with friends such as Thom Wolfe or Katherine Hepburn, his work sizzles. Luckily, he has chosen these very portraits to illustrate his technique. Even the most gifted portrait artist has something to gain from this book.

Do buy this book if you are a serious or beginning portrait painter. It is the very best available!!

Without doubt the best book on portrait painting (or painting in general for that matter) that I have come across.

Kinstler's lively, conversational style makes it highly readable, his paintings make it a visual feast. This book will appeal to everyone: professional artists, amateurs and curious laypersons who have never wielded a paintbrush in their lives.
Apart from the obvious step-by-step painting guides and notes on technique, this book is packed with invaluable practical information. Kinstler provides advice on topics most books of this sort barely touch on: studio layout, canvas stretching, transporting materials, painting on location, lighting, clothing etc.

In short an indispensible handbook for the working artist and a fascinating insight into the world of art for the merely curious.

This book put into perspective what you need to do as far a putting forgiveness into your life. Joyce Meyer did a great job writting this book.

Joyce is a great minister and author, so I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I was amazed to find that hiding away in my heart was unforgiveness. Reading this book brought total deliverance for me. As I turned the pages the Holy Spirit began to purge me. I am now on the path to building healthier relationships because the walls have come down.

Joyce always hits you where you're living. I had some forgiveness things to work through and this book helped me so much. She always seems to know just what I need.

It is powerful to forgive & allow love to replace fear & anger in our hearts. I really liked the quote "Everyday is a new day in God's mercies, don't waste today by living in yesterdays sins" it is a postive gift to all believers, when we feel forsaken, lost & unloved. As simple as truly forgiving any or all persons or actions that harm or destroy us in life's path, can restore us with peace by 1 mighty powerful word "forgiveness" which in my mind as the authors, forgiveness is linked closely to love.

Engagingly written by Don Meyer (a combat veteran of the Vietnam War), The Protected Will Never Know is a revealing memoir of the horrors of a grueling war that oppressed not only one's physical life, but also one's spirit. The grim realities of life and death on the battlefield are not abridged in this compelling firsthand testimony showcases in a collection of personal stories based on Meyer's "in country" time from 1969 to 1970. The Protected Will Never Know is a welcome contribution to the increasing library of Vietnam War combat biographies, military autobiographies, and battlefield memoirs.

I really enjoyed the content of this book compared to other books I have read on the Vietnam War. I recently seperated from the military myself and was really interested in the aspect that the author took in telling of the everyday life of a military member in a combat zone. I could relate with the details of how things are different as far as protocal of the military lifestyle when you are in a combat zone and then returned back to the "real world." I am used to the telling of the Vietnam War in a broad commercial way but this author really put a reality to the telling of his story as far as specific details of the feelings that I'm sure most people were feeling but were too proud or scared to let their true colors show. I would recommend this book to anyone who has been there or has served in the military.

I read with great interest "The Protected Will Never Know". I too was in Vietnam around the same time and was awed at the realistic portrayal given by Mr. Meyer as to the conditions of war. Hollywood glamorizes the entire event, but Mr. Meyer puts it into its true perspective.
He did not hold anything back and touched on many of the emotions; fear, jubilance and sadness; brought out during the Vietnam War. I had lost many of the memories until Mr. Meyer brought them back in his words: in crystal clear fashion. Thank you for telling the real story of what life was like on a daily basis.

Do not be puzzled by the title of this memoir: it is perfect. The author was a "grunt" during the late unpleasantness in Vietnam, one of the kids who actually did the fighting (and they were kids). They had few illusions about what they were doing and precious little knowledge of why. Yet they did what they were told to do for the most part, risked their lives, all too often lost their lives or were wounded, and received little or no thanks for it from a "grateful" nation, irony intended, to this day. The protected indeed did not know much about their valor, still do not know, and, we now know, were probably not even protected, nor needed protecting. It's an excellent time for that nation to look back on the event and ponder it.
Mr. Meyer, prompted by a post-service GI Bill English class, compiled the material from a journal he had kept at the time and letters to folks back home and created a narrative of his experiences in Vietnam. Uncertain what to do with it, he set it aside for more than 20 years. He credits his daughter for motivating him to do something with it. He published it, and we should all be thankful.
The book is a fresh and riveting account of what it was like to actually be on the front lines of that sad episode in our history, told by one who was there and in the style of one who was there at the time. This is not polished prose but it is highly readable. I actually hated to put it down when I had to. There is no plot. Instead, the events flow in the random, chaotic order of someone caught up in a perplexing war: periods of seemingly endless boredom interrupted abruptly by terror, mortal danger, agony and slaughter, and then to repeat it all again, over and over. That grunt, the front line soldier, had little knowledge of the historical context, the strategic situation, or the winds of politics and diplomacy. His world was right around him. His job was to do what he was told and survive, if he possibly could. That's the picture this book conveys.
We follow him from his arrival in country, a green, just-out-of-bootcamp "cherry," the rawest of raw recruits, to a battle-hardened bemedaled veteran soldier in less than a year. His progress is conveyed in wonderful detail, with the earthy, profane, frank cynicism characteristic of those who must inure themselves to the incomprehensible and unspeakable or go insane. We follow him on patrols with his platoon. We learn their tactics and procedures, we learn their weapons, we see their courage and that of the helicopter pilots who brought them supplies and provided fire support and evacuation when necessary. We share their endless problems, their clever adaptations, and their forms of relaxation and restoration. Nothing seems omitted. I found myself chuckling in sympathy as the all-too-common cynicism popped up time after time: "Will the real enemy please stand up?"
The book reminds me of other unforgettable memoirs of young men on their own for the first time, of people caught up in events over which they have no control. For that reason alone it is worth buying. But since in this case the action happens in our own time and resonates today, you not only have a fine, entertaining reading experience in your hands: you have something that could change the way you think about current events.