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Gayle Wilson has done it again! Yet another touching love story! You'll fall in love with the hero of this book! She has the ability to pull you into every story with intrigue and romance! Thank you Gayle for sharing your wonderful story telling ability with us!

Jillian Salvini disappeared from Trueblood Texas ten years ago with a secret. Now she's back. So's her first love, Mark Peterson. As they try to unravel just what happened all those years ago, they also try to discover just what's left between them. They find that they share a son...and a love that never died!

Gayle Wilson always delights! The Cowboy's Secret Son is no exception!

General Patrick was one of the very few General officers killed in battle during WWII. This study shows how the general was a the typical product of the inter-war Army educational system. Highly recommended to anyone who is interested on how the army turned out officers ready to command in a global war.

General Patrick was by all accounts a commander who combined combat efficiency with a kind and considerate nature, and the fact of his death at the head of his division speaks for itself. (There were only two other American division commanders killed in action in World War II; Rose of the 3rd Armored, and Wharton of the 28th Infantry Divisions).
The main interest of this work however is the careful delineation of the training of officers in the period between the World Wars, when the emaciated American Army had to substitute staff schools and war colleges for actual command of large formations. General Patrick was a product of this training and his story demonstrates how well the system served the American people.

(The "score" rating is an ineradicable feature of this page. This reviewer does not "score" books.)

This is an insightful book of relationships and new understanding from a world perspective. A story of real people being real people whatever the circumstances. Smooth reading and fun.

I really enjoyed reading "Two Walk the Golden Road". It is a very touching story that shows how people of diverse cultures and personalities can not only learn to relate to one another but can become close friends.

It is a not necessarily a "feel-good" story but it is one that will make you ponder the complexities of relationships between people.

My son loves the Calico series. The first book is the best, but this ones rhymes are all right too, and it has a great message of being loved even if you aren't perfect (or, here, graceful). The colorful drawings are beautiful, bright and full page. My baby loves looking at them and pointing to different elements in them.

A mother's unconditional love for her accident-prone child is evident in the rhyming text. My 2 yr old daughter loves it!

Super book... a collaborative undertaking by a brilliant panel... not to offer policy... but to assign a condition to America in different areas... and then compare these areas to the European nations and other democracies. Basically all domestic areas are covered, but not foreign affairs.
This is a refreshing look at our country. It will rekindle the hope we all share for this countries future. Hopefully it will also help reshape America's image in the world. There are only two countries where the image of America has increased: India and Russia.
The results of this huge study show that America is indeed quite unique amongst its democratic brethren. 75% of us have pride in our country, vs. 33% of the French, German, Italian or Japanese. 66% of us believe that success is of our own effort, vs. only 1/3 of Europeans. Over 50% of us believe that economic competition is good, vs. 1/3 of the French and Spaniards. 60% of us believe that children should be taught the value of hard work, while only 20% of Germans feel that way. There are many fascinating comparisons to ponder in this large book.
There are seven themes that are offered that show the areas where America is exceptional.
First is our culture of patriotism, religiosity, individualism and enterprise.
Second is our constitutionalism, with our emphasis on decentralization, individual rights over social rights, and suspicion of government.
Third is our economy which is very competitive, decentralized, and one that offers a higher standard of living.
Fourth is our diversity through immigration since our nation's inception. An interesting fact is that in New York City during 1790, there were more languages spoken than there are today. As far as immigration itself goes, Canada accepts more immigrants per capita than any other democracy.
Fifth is our civil society with its huge non-profit sector which provides a lot of our social policy. There is also philanthropy.
Sixth is our welfare state. We aren't as bad as 'they' say we are, but this still applies.
Finally there is our demography. U.S. rate of fertility is definitely unique amongst Western Democracies.
All of the panel that provided chapters for this book have their own unique ideas too, and no effort seems to have been made to homoginize their opinions or analysis.
Find out who America is - and how it compares - by reading this well-thought-out and enjoyable book.
Five Stars.

I recently finished reading "Understanding America: The Anatomy of an Exceptional Nation" and I liked it immensely. Let me mention the few aspects of the book that I enjoyed:

1) It is very comprehensive covering a wide plethora of issues which any serious student of America would be interested in. In total there are 21 different chapters, with each of the first 20 chapters dealing with different facets of life such as immigration, demographics, religion, the economy, etc. For someone wanting to read a single book to get a better and deeper understanding of America as a country, this is it.

2) I am glad that Dr. Wilson and Dr. Wilson, the editors of the book, stayed away from the urge of trying to author such a work on their own. By not doing so and having eminent scholars contribute their perspectives, we, as readers, have been able to glean insights from the leading experts in their fields and get glimpses of research across a variety of academic disciplines which no individual person could have possibly reviewed on his/ her own.

3) In part because of this (though not exclusively), the essays are generally extremely balanced and present both sides of the same issue.

4) Last but not the least, I am glad to note that neither Dr. Wilson nor Dr. Schuck abdicated their editorial responsibilities. Reading through the book, I get the distinct feeling that someone had actually taken the pains of reading through the entire manuscript and ensuring that facts and stats repeated in different sections of the text were consistent with each other. For example, the stats on the American fertility rate which shows up in more than one chapter has been sourced from the same source and is hence consistent across chapters, even though they were written by different authors.

Some thoughts regarding the drawbacks, minor as they are:
1) While it was nice to have a chapter on How Europe sees America, it would have been also nice to see a chapter on how the rest of the world sees the United States. Several of America's newest immigrants (including myself) are coming not from Europe but from Asia and Latin America and it would have been nice to see some discussion on how these developing countries see the United States.

2) I would have also liked to see a separate chapter on Foreign Policy. As the authors allude to, America is the 800-pound gorilla in the room and not having any significant discussion on issues of foreign policy, national security, and, geopolitics is a minor drawback.

In spite of all of the suggestions above, I nevertheless think Understanding America has been an extremely insightful read and worth the two days of my time over this weekend.

This book is a great tool to anyone newly interested in the Bard. It has helped me greatly in learning how to appreciate Robert Burns works.

This book is essential to understanding the literary giant that Burns was and the keen insight he had about mankind.This is the primar of the multitude of books devoted to him.

This book is superior in every way. Intended to explore the university grounds from a primarily architectural perspective, the author's writing is both impassioned and objective in its analysis of the unique architectural qualities of this wonderful university. Yet despite a clear cut architectural purpose, this book also manages to provide the best single, practical guide to the university grounds available. The author organizes his well written descriptions around a series of walks, and provides in-depth information, photographs, and history for each building or site encountered. The result is the ultimate guide for newcomers exploring the university grounds for the first time, as well as for those who already know them intimately.

Students, parents, historians, architects, professors...this book is for you! This comprehensive tour guide is just what you need to stroll the grounds and surrounding area of UVA. The writing is superior; the beautiful photographs distinguish this from any other tour book of the university! Buy this for the new student OR the graduate!

Pam Wilson is every woman. She could be your best friend, next door neighbor, or a former college roommate. In The Unlikely Agent you experience her shock when she discovers her parents murdered and her anguish when she reads that they may have been the victims of a Mafia revenge killing.

As Pam delves deeper into the mystery surrounding her parents' deaths, you realize she is walking into very serious trouble. But she doesn't realize it, and you are helpless to warn her. The ending is a crescendo of action, full of surprises and unique twists. In the best style of classic mystery writers, you realize Walker has left numerous clues for you. There is a feeling of satisfaction when you, along with Pam, pull the jigsaw puzzle together.

Walker's style is clean and quick, without needless detail and description. You visualize a motel room even though you don't know the color of the carpet or couch, or the wall paper pattern. But does that really matter? The Unlikely Agent is a cozy novel. It's a perfect companion for a trip, a vacation, or a day at the beach. Violence, sex, and profanity are suggested, but never seen directly. It's fun. The creeps and jerks are creeps and jerks. The villains are pure evil. And Pam . . . well . . . she is your best friend.

The Unlikely Agent is a great read! This book makes you want to be Pam Wilsons best friend. It is complex enough to hold your interest without making your eyes glaze over.

A perfect book to spend a relaxing afternoon with. I can't wait to read the next Pam Wilson mystery.

Right in Genesis the devil took center stage to thwart the plans God had for man.God told Satan, "her seed would crush your head".The New Testament which is the fulfillment of the Old Testament fulfills this promise.

Therefore, for one to put satan on the back burner, one has to to read the "UNMASKED CONFLICT. Read it, it will do you GOOD.

Have you ever struggled with knowing and doing God's will? If so, I strongly recommend Dr.Awasu's book, Unmasked Conflict. The human will is so strong, and yielding our will to Christ in every area of our lives is pivotal in us becoming vibrant Christians. If you struggle with defeat in your Christian walk, this is a great book to read. The great strength of this book is that Dr. Awasu uses Scripture to present his ideas on yielding our will to God. From reading this dynamic book, I realized most of my problems in living the Christian life have been my own fault and my own doing. The author reveals how to let go of your own personal methods and will in living out the Christian life. Instead, he teaches how to live victoriously by yielding our strong human will over to the Holy Spirit. I was
convicted as I read that I have blamed Satan and others for too many problems in my life. My strong personality and need to be in control cause more of my problems. Although I respect the fact that Satan can come like a roaring lion, I now realize my tendency to try to be in charge of things is even more dangerous. Our personal will fighting against the way God wants us to do things is our greatest enemy. If you really want to hear Jesus say, "Well done thou good and faithful servant" at the end of your life, I encourage you to get this book. Learn the steps of yielding your life to Jesus Christ.

This book contains some of the most beautiful and well-written poems on the subject of coal miners and their families. James B. Goode was born and raised in Eastern Kentucky. He grew up in a mining camp because his father was a miner.

What makes Goode's poems different, is that he explores the life of a miner with a theme of family ties.

I had the honor of being a student in a literature class that Professor Goode taught. Don't miss the opportunity to read and learn from this book.

The pictures are amazing. I do have to admit that Malcolm Wilson is my brother, but he IS a wonderful photographer. He captures the true Appalachia in a way no other artist could. I am incredibly proud of him.