College and University Books

I love all the "Vault" books -- it is a great series, and the SEC titles are all well worth the investment for hardcore fans of specific teams, which is why I recommend this book to any Georgia Bulldogs fan. I bought it for my dad as a birthday gift, and because this book literally is a vault of great Georgia football memories we spent hours in conversation reliving many of our favorite moments. In that respect, well worth the investment -- but this is a coffee table book, too, and pricey. There are a lot of good Georgia books on the market right now and if it is the history of the program you want in a quick, easy but entertaining read, I suggest you check out this new title I just read this past week: UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA FOOTBALL: An Interactive Guide to the World of Sports (Sports by the Numbers)

Bought this for my dad, what a great book. It contains an amazing history
of UGA football and has fun tidbits tucked inside like a scrapbook.
I'd recommend this for any UGA fan that "has everything". This is one item they are sure to love.

What do you keep in a vault? Treasures? Well, this vault contains treasures for the Bulldog fan! I bought three of these and the recipients were very happy with the gift! Loren Smith is a well-known Georgia 'landmark' and has been Larry Munson's sideline sidekick for years. I can still hear Larry Munson saying, "How about it, Loren?" He has compiled a wonderful collection to bring the history of Georgia football alive for all who read it. Thanks, Loren!

This book has become a cornerstone of my existence. Shakespeare has become a mere footnote compared to this nirvana of literary perfection. I personally know the author and can attest to his impecable diction and vocabulary...and good personal hygeine. He has used all these forms of completing a sentence, every word at his disposal, and has incessantly groomed himself during the creation of said work.

Reading this book is like having a nice long conversation with a current student about their college. They give you intimate details that other guides won't tell you and you know you're getting accurate information because there are both pro and con oriented quotes about every aspect reviewed, and they come direct from anonymous students. I really found the "Finding a Job or Internship" section helpful because its' good to know that the college has such great resources to help me when I need to find summer/post-college work.

I was considering Richmond as one of my final choices for college, and was interested in learning more about it. I knew the college prowler series was well-regarded, and this book was especially helpful. It's a fast but thorough read, and since the author was a student, I tend to trust it more than I would a guide from an old fogarty

As a lifelong resident of Madison and a graduate of UW-Madison, I can confirm that this book is like a tour of Madison from your couch. Before you visit, before you attend college, and if you ever want to know about the best places in Madison, this is your guide. The writer obviously is well-versed in the unique culture of Madison, and provides an excellent reference with a lot of vibrant personality.

This is an excellent book for a high school student looking at the school, a parent, or even a new student at U of Wisconsin. It's well written, informative, and even funny. I never lost interest and it includes a lot of great detail about subjects from diversity to academics to nightlife. It's really helpful, as it gives a student perspective that you don't have from extensive reports on numerous colleges. Check this out!!

I would highly recommend this book to every new student attending UW madison. It's clear the the writer had a hands on prespective of her material. In addition to being really well written, the writer seems to infuse lots of information with style and and sense of humor that makes it more than, facts and guides to college life. A must read!!!

I was very pleased with the quick delivery and the good condition that the book arrived in. It is an excellent book with a lot of relevant information for my interest in the history of the Scots Irish in America. Rev William Tennent, the subject of the book played a prominent role in the history and religious story of the USA.

In this inspiring book author, John Hansen, chronicles the struggles that the Rev. William Tennent faced when trying to live out the call of God on his life. He pastored a Presbyterian congregation in Bucks County, PA and built a log cabin school for the training of ministers. Tennent knew what it was like to face rejection and criticism. His colleagues laughed and scoffed at his "Log College." Several of his parishoners tried to have him removed as pastor of the church. Despite all of his trials he never gave up his vision to train revivalist ministers to spread the gospel. Jesus said that unless a grain of wheat falls to the earth and dies it remains alone, but if it dies it bears much fruit. The fruit of his labor was not realized until after his death. His log cabin school gave birth to 63 colleges and universities. The life of William Tennent has much to teach anyone who is struggling to carry out God's vision for their life in the midst much adversity. William Tennent never gave up and neither should we.

My wife read this book before me and commented how amazing this book is. It is not just history and a testamony of a man who shaped history, but it is full of valuable lesson which inspire and can be applied in our lives today. I personally am not such a great friend of reading history, but I highly recommend this book. It is amazing how much I have learned from this book.

Dr. Lepore and Ms. Leslie have written a memorable compilation of useful advice that every student should be well acquainted with before entering the university environment. In short, this book, "What Every Student...", is an extremely well-written and invaluable work that will no doubt become a staple of every college student's education. I highly recommnend it!

Never in my 24 years as a University-level advisor have I seen an advice book that truly gives students an inside look on the world of higher education. It's all here: how to get the best classes, the best recommendations...in short, the best education. And done in a fun and accessible format! When college students find themselves in new and unidentifiable territory where the stakes riding on their academic decisions are tremendous, this guide will be their compass. The saavy advice and charming creativity of Ms. Leslie and her co-author are not to be missed. A+!

This is really a wonderful work. One of the authors is a university professor; the other is an undergraduate: this in itself is an inspired idea. But what really makes the book stand out is the way that they have managed to translate their combined wisdom into genuinely useful practical advice. If you are looking for a gift for someone college-bound, look no further...

I attended a talk by Mr Dunbar the other night. He was knowledgable, interesting and helped explain alot of what goes on behind the closed door in the college admissions office. I am anxious to read his book and learn more as we navigate the college admissions process.

it is a good book especially if you are a talented student and you need little advices

I bought this book with the intent of giving to my daughter, who is quickly approaching the age where college applications, essays and interviews fill the air. I decided to read it myself, as I have bought her several books about college that have turned out to be duds. I wanted to make sure she wouldn't waste valuable time reading a book that wouldn't be of any help to her.

I discovered the book is full of advice on how to write essays that many top colleges are seeking and how to avoid pitfalls that are common to applicants. In addition, I also discovered a wealth of information on how to interview and what traps to avoid during that process. The book is well written and the information timely and helpful if you are trying to get into a top school, or if you are a student with poor grades trying to get into an average school. It is written in plain language, and although there is some redundancy, it is a book that can easily be read by college bound high school students.

The one caution is that the book is geared for students who are seeking admission into liberal arts colleges. They are the primary colleges that are looking at essays and using interviews for admission purposes. More technical colleges, as my daughter has discovered, are looking more at course load and grades, and put little emphasis or importance on the essay/interview process. If you are looking to go to a technical college, this book might help a little, but it is very helpful for those seeking admission into top liberal arts colleges.

It's surprising to see how actual the architecture in Mexico is nowadays.

Excellent, Norten is really building a new trend in architecture: the creation of spaces full of pleasure: light, functionality, metal and glass combined to greatness.

It's surprising to see how actual the architecture in Mexico is nowadays.

i could't afford to visit all the colleges i was considering, so i bought a few of the college prowler books. although i chose a different school, this was one of the best books i came across. it really did feel like the closest thing to visiting in person, and that's how i knew it probably wasnt a perfect fit. if i didnt have it, i might have made a mistake. really great book!

"Yale University: Off the Record (College Prowler)" is a must have for any high school student, college transfer, or parent thinking about attending or simply researching the university. The information is provided in both an informative and interesting manner. I love the fact that it's entirely written by a current student and that I learned things I'd likely never have found out if I'd just relied on the bigger reports out there. Some of the unique elements include sections on "Guys and Girls", "Finding a Job or Internship", and "Off-Campus Housing". The student quotes are especially helpful, as they give insight into all aspects of the school's culture that you won't get on a college tour. I highly recommend this book.

This guide is the definitive resource on Yale University. Unlike other books that are huge compendiums with just a bit of information on all universities, this book covers the college in depth, from academics to the party scene to parking to safety and security. And unlike, propaganda provided by the university itself, this guide is impartial, written by an actual student, and contains a collection of real student quotes on every topic! Not only does this book provide an honest look into Yale, it is a great resource once there. It includes a restaurant guide, lists of the best places to study, the best places for coffee, the best places to go clubbing, the best ways to get around town (including phone numbers for taxi services, rental cars, airports, etc.), and it gives information on the local movie theaters, hotels, night spots, etc. There is even a list of Yale slang - you will be speaking like a Yalie before you even arrive! This guide is a must for every prospective student, every parent, and every student about to begin his/her education at this great university.

I came across this book, by accident in my university library. I thought this book would be like any other tips book... well it is.
But the thing is, it is the most compact research tips book I could ever found until now.

All the tips here come in dotted style. So, if you are in a hurry, which every research student usually is, would really appreciate book like this. But, it's not all about list of dogmatic things to do. Every tips are accompanied with brief explanation, which is suffieciently given in my opinion.

This book comprise of 52 small chapters. The chapters are classified based on things to do. For example, 'Giving your first conference paper', Getting started in publishing', 'Submitting your thesis', etc. So, if you are in a hurry, you could just go to specific chapter and read what things to do there. I use those lists, for kind of keeping track of myself.

a very good book for researchers embarking for a higher degree (masters or Ph.D.). interesting format with useful tips on many aspects of the research experience. draws attention to aspects that go mostly unnoticed by many of us (many tips deal with common sense matters though). deals with practical issues, unlike many works in this field that tend to concentrate on the 'emotional & stressful" sides of research' ! good chapters on: GETTING STARTED, FINDING YOUR FEET AND KEEPING THEM, READING WRITING FINISHING ... etc. a useful book. I recommend it strongly.

This is a wonderful story. Calling all film makers -- especially native ones -- this would make a hell of a screenplay. But readers and writers will love the book. The tone of the story is superb, the author writes of painful things without selfconsciousness and explores the experience of growing up a mixed blood Indian in ways that make it real for any audience. The characters are memorable, the story of the love between Alley and Sara will touch your heart and the descriptions are poetic. Wise Grandfather will make you laugh. Get to know that special place known as "The Absence of Angels" -- you won't regret it. Penn is an award winning author also, whose other novel (Killing Time With Strangers) won the American Book Award and is also a must-read.

As the pages fly by, your pulse begins to quicken, your heart starts to race, you wish you could be inside these wonderful pages.