Watson Books

Outside of Richard Schmid's book Alla Prima, this (and the other 2 books by Gruppe) is the best book available for learning about alla prima painting. Yes, it's pricey. Yes, it should be reprinted, but if you can get your hands on a copy you won't want to part with it.

Gruppe takes you through the details of how he produced his paintings. It's not just a presentation of his paintings with a few comments; this is a serious how-to book. Be prepared to learn a lot.

Elizabeth Watson's 'Guests of my Life' has been a constant guest in my own life since I first read it. In the book she is grappling with the loss of her daughter Sara in a tragic automobile accident. The book, more than any other, gave me hope and inspiration through my own "dark night of the soul".I have given this book to more people than any other. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!

Guide for Covenant Discipleship Groups by Gayle Turner Watson is the latest of the new generation of Accountable Discipleship books to be published by Discipleship Resources. This book is the new basic resource that every pastor and all members of covenant discipleship groups needs to read. It is well written, clearly organized, concise, and user-friendly. Gayle Watson has given a valuable gift to the church in this book.

Guide for Covenant Discipleship Groups is organized in four parts. Part One answers the question: "Why Covenant Discipleship Groups?" Here Watson provides an excellent account of the Wesleyan heritage that is the foundation of Covenant Discipleship groups. She helps the reader understand that discipleship in the Wesleyan tradition is a "matter of heart and life." What we believe guides the way we live our life in the world. Watson also provides a very good and concise interpretation of the General Rule of Discipleship as a guide for living a balanced and varied discipleship. Part One provides an excellent foundation for understanding the "why" of covenant discipleship groups.

Part Two answers the question, "What are Covenant Discipleship Groups?" Watson clearly explains the nature, purpose, and goal of the groups. She also is very clear about what Covenant Discipleship groups are not. This helps to allay any confusion the reader may have about the character of the groups. Watson does not stop with answering the question posed in the section title. She goes on to answer several commonly asked questions: "Why am I joining a Covenant Discipleship group?" "Does this mean that my discipleship has been inadequate?" "Why do I need to join a Covenant Discipleship group?" "How will joining a Covenant Discipleship group affect my Christian friends and family who do not wish to join?" "What will happen to me in a Covenant Discipleship group?" These are important questions that Watson addresses in an honest and winsome fashion.

Part Three provides the "nuts and bolts" or the "how to do it" section of the book. Watson gives step-by-step processes for writing a covenant, leading the weekly meeting, and how to introduce and sustain Covenant Discipleship groups in your congregation. She asks and answers some of the common questions around the need for a written covenant and the covenant's role in the life of the group. As in Part Two, Watson's way of dealing with these questions is reason alone for reading the book. She has a way of clearing up common confusions and misconceptions that will bring down barriers and resistance to participation in and support for Covenant Discipleship groups.

In Part 4 Watson provides many useful helps for covenant writing and interpreting the groups for the congregation. There are sample covenant preambles, clauses, and conclusions. There is a sample covenant and a covenant worksheet. All of which are on reproducible pages. She also provides an excellent bibliography of other resources that will support group members in their journey of discipleship.

Guide for Covenant Discipleship Groups is the new, essential resource for pastors, lay leaders, and covenant discipleship group members who need to learn about and interpret covenant discipleship for the local church. Gayle Watson has given the church a valuable tool that will help the local church form faithful and dependable disciples who will witness to Jesus Christ in the world and follow his teachings through acts of compassion, justice, worship, and devotion under

This book covers familiar topics, but also topics that I have not found else where, such as Tautopathy, intutive prescribing and polypharmacy. I have not read the whole book, but find it to be a good additional reference book.

I have been a long time fan of Doc Watson. I have tried often to learn
his pieces for the guitar. I was very happy to get a book that has all
my favorites in tab format.

HJ Watson not only does exceptional research into time-period westerns, but also relates the tale in such a way as to bring the reader into the psychological space that we read westerns for. Along with her other title, "Gunsmoke in Kansas," Watson thrills the audience with a slice of genuine Americana.

First of all, Gunsmoke in Kansas was not written by "Hugh" J. Watson as it is stated in the current Amazon page (c. 2007). It was actually written by H. J. Watson (Hazel Jane Watson, known to her friends as Juanita), an excellent and original author of western Americana. Gunsmoke in Kansas is a brilliant and exciting read for those who love the western genre, as H. J. Watson was one of the most well researched authors of that era I ever met. My personal signed copy is well preserved and maintains a prominant place in my private library. If you're looking for western authenticity in a work of fiction that will keep you enthralled, Gunsmoke in Kansas is an entertaining journey. ~J~

This is a wonderful childrens' story that celebrates human differences and tells a story about how love and compassion conquers all! Just a super childrens' story.

this is a classic book - get it if you find the one that is published in 1963 - i think that is it - they are roman numerals in the copyright!! hand drawn images and basic information that will always be handy - if you are a bookbinder/book lover/book creator - this is a must to have!

This book is a great reference for all viticulturists the world over. You would be surprised as an experienced horticulturist what I learned from this book.

And you would be surprised as to what little has changed in 100 years.