Independent Books

My family is planning to move to Washington, DC. in the fall and I wanted to find a school that would fit my children's different needs. This book gave me all the information I needed in an easy to read format, without a lot of unnecessary information. I would recommend this book to any parent with school age children, that is planning to move to the Washington, DC area.

Hubert was a man of astonishing intelligence and humour. This comes through well in this book of essays, which provide a good taster for his work. This book has great relevance for the world of today, and provides many insights into the troubles in Ireland, the Basque region, and the Balkans. What marks Hubert out for particular greatness as an essayist was his distinct brand of subtle, but mischevious, humour. He was always prepared to poke fun at sensless authority wherever it appeared, whether in the state, religion or the Academic world

This is a beatifully written book about a young colonial girl who loves the wild ponies that have roamed the islands of North Carolina's Outer Banks since the 1500's.

Our views of Colonial history often comes from the urban tales - from people who lived in Boston or Philadelphia or New York, but the colonies up and down the Atlantic coast were settled sparsely with resourceful families who played important roles in helping to secure American independence.

This colorful story gives us a realistic glimpse of life in North Carolina, based on the legend of Betsy Dowdy who may have been the key to warning colonial patriots of enemy plans.

Smith has written a historically detailed account that provides an exciting and enjoyable read. This is the kind of book that brings history alive, and gives a different perspective on the times when colonial life turned Revolutionary.

I use this book very religiously in my school work. It is a great teaching resource.

Collaboratively compiled and expertly co-authored by academicians Susan K. Johnsen (Professor, Department of Educational Psychology, Baylor University) and Kathryne Lee Johnson (Adjunct Professor, School of Education, University of Rhode Island), the "Independent Study Program" includes a teacher's guide, a student workbook, and a set of 112 resource cards. Classroom teachers are provided with step-by-step instructions for organizing materials and guiding their students through the research process. Featuring teaching tips for students at all levels, "Independent Study Program" lays out just what is required for successful classroom management including suggestions, advice, helpful rubrics, checklists, and student rating scales. With sample lesson plans and real-world examples, "Independent Study Program" can provide the basis for adding an independent study program to elementary school curriculums regardless of the subject to be studied. "Independent Study Program" is also highly recommended for use by home schooling parents as well.

Very detailed reference describing most of the
classic British TV series in the action, adventure,
crime, and sci-fi genres.

About 200 series are documented, the best known
(in the USA) being The Avengers,
Danger Man (Secret Agent), Dempsey and Makepeace, The Prisoner, The Saint,
The Sandbaggers, Sapphire and Steel, Space 1999, and UFO.
Most of the series in the book, however, have probably not been seen
in the USA.

In addition to overview summaries of each series,
detailed episode guides are provided, which include plots and guest stars.

Black-and-white cast photos are included.

My copy is dated 1988 and I don't know if it has been updated.
However, most of the great classics are included - including
many that are now being released on DVD.

Information provided is straight to the point with key notes on cheap accommodations and ways to travel. Loads of colorful maps and information on food, annual events, and must-see spots. A great guide for backpackers and travelers who are planning to visit several European countries. This book made me realize that affordable travel to Europe CAN happen and helped me decide which places interest me and are worth my time and money to visit.

Actually I'm reviewing 2003, which was delivered to me in March this year.Amazon only lists 2002 and 2004. (The Greekislandhopping WEB site keeps you updated anyway). It's better than ever. As before, it's not a book you need if you're on a cruise that goes to Mykonos, Santorini and Rhodes, although even then you might enjoy reading it for its wit and delightful illustrations. It tells you all about the boats themselves, as well as where they go. I hate to sit inside without a view. I like to buy a first class ticket on one of the big slow car ferries, especially slightly off season, where I can stroll on the sun deck drinking a glass of wine and watching the islands glide past.
This even covers Istanbul, which is where I went this year, more cultural, less hedonistic. The only thing Poffley might have added is that Eminonu is a busy commuter area, crowded with people during peak hours. The regular ferries are also crowded with commuters at times. The Lonely Planet Istanbul explains the deals about Bosphorus cruises (shorter is more expensive but longer is is rather too long).

I have the big name guides like Lonely Planet, and they are very informative, but they seem to be pointing me toward where to find every other American tourist in the country. This book is different- It tells me how to get around- breaks it down into method of travel: car rental, rail, fairy, public transportation and backpacking (tramping). This book has schedules and routs for excursions which I have confirmed are current, and even includes walking route tours around towns. I find lots of information in each of the guide books I have picked. I am feeling well prepared for my trip and once I get back I can tell you for sure which guide was most helpful, but based on the information I have gotten from this book I am sure it will be something I rely on to live out my dream for this trip to New Zealand! If not your ONLY guide, it's a great compliment to any guide.

Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V): A Life Cycle Engineering Process for Quality Software is the most advantageous weapon a software developer or software-related company can be armed with to minimize risk. Lewis' book takes a building block approach of what software development is and then breaks each software development life cycle (SDLC) phase down in detail. It discussions all functions of the SDLC, configuration management, quality assurance, and the differences betweeen them and IV&V...