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This book, along with all of Price's "teachings", is pure racist garbage. I find it funny that he only talks of white racism. If blacks are equal, then couldnt there be black racists also? Fred proves this to be true (as do many reviewers here).

The bible talks of an endtime message that people will want to hear. This book is it. Blame your problems on everyone else, look for handouts and sympathy. Live in hate and racism and pretend you know God.

I have peace of mind knowing that when its all said and done I'll be in heaven and these nuts will be in the other place

Dr. Fred Price has put together a well researched book on the subject of racism and the church. I highly recommend this book. If you enjoy reading this book then I encourage you to also read Racism@Work Among The LORD's People by Robert Upton.

These books should have been written a long time ago. Frederick KC Price is one of the best Bible expositors of this century. The fact that the chuch has been silent on this issue is an indictment. Dumb opinions like SHEREBIA's and "Truth" hold no water. No one who reads and understands this series of books is looking for a handout. We're just ripping our hand free from the oppressor so we can do what God has intended us to do all along. Save souls and prosper. Throw a brick into a pack of dogs and the one barks the loudest is the one that got hit!! This book has hit a lot of white "Christians" and they don't like the feeling. Pull the sheet off the KKK and all you have is a naked, white-supremacist, wimp. Price did what should have been done a long time ago. He's gone to the ROOT. Many white christians are still in denial. I still buy Hagin's books but what he said was classic racism. "You can be-friend blacks just don't date or marry them." Fundamentalist preachers can be racist too apparently.

Good series of books. Should be in EVERY Christian's library.

Price's rant against white racism (brought on by Kenneth Hagin, Jr.'s silly comments on "mixed marriages") has revealed his own bigotry. While watching his weekly TV program, I saw how Price lambasted the white members of his church as guilty collaborators of America's treatment of blacks. This is the same thing as blaming Japanese-Americans for the attack on Pearl Harbor. If the white members of Price's church were bigots, then why were they attending in the first place? The following week's broadcast showed Price chastising his black attendees for harassing white attenders as they left services the week prior! Price continued his tantrums for many weeks--which now constitutes this book. This whole episode demonstrates how Hagin and Price are more alike than different. Ignore the book as you should these two undisciplined, self-righteous teachers.

I have just finished reading the 2 volumes.

I am an English-born African who grew up in Nigeria.

Until December 2001, I thought I knew most things about the black race or dispersed races and slavery till I visited the Scheepvaart Museum in Amsterdam and saw the exhibition on Slavery and how much profit the traders made for a consignment of 500 slaves - over half a million dollars, in the 18th century.

That really unnerved me - I did not know it was such a profitable venture.

Reading these books put more light on the falsehoods that have been perpetrated as biblical truths and swallowed by both the white and black people alike.

I first heard of the curse of Ham almost 20 years ago, and this was corroborated by the Dake Annotated Reference Bible, a most sought after study bible in Nigeria - one wonders how many more perverted conclusions have been foisted on people by 'respected' commentators.

Two things are clear from these books, in the secular world the apparently 'superior' race have a lot of wrongs to right, there is however a better way; in the Christian world, people (all races) should move into the fulness of who they are in Christ, and leave behind the shackles and chains of physical, mental, emotional, financial and spiritual slavery.

We know where we have come from, with that knowledge, we can appreciate better what was done for us in Christ and lay hold on the future that speaks better than our past - Philipians 3:13&14 (Paraphrased)

This book is what everyone says it is. It will captivate your attention, it has humor, and it is hard to put down once you get into it.
However, having read this four times now, I must say that while, at first glance with light reading it is a very good book, the second time you read it, and follow times, when one is not so captivated by the story, you can see how it is lacking. The characters are simplistic, even Joki's character development is unrealistic and not deep. Many changes in the character's basic feelings and ideas are without cause.
As a surface story, it's a good read. As a novel, it's greatly lacking.

I truly enjoyed this book. I am not a person who typically reads for pleasure for the pure fact that I can rarely find a book that can hold my attention long enough. This book kept me engaged from page one to the very end. The story is suspenseful and pulls the reader into Joki's life. However, I must admit that I am slightly biased in terms of this book/author. Njeri Mbugua was my favorite sociology professor, advisor, and mentor. She is a strong woman with knowledge and determination. She was one of few professors that I had in college that made me want to take my learning past the classroom. She is an inspiration, and I feel truly privileged to know and have worked with her. I only hope that she continues writing because she truly has an amazing gift.

On the back cover we are told that sociologist Njeri Mbugua "takes us inside an African society rarely discussed," creating a "profound yet humorously narrated story [that] demonstrates the restorative power of love and faith in the face of greed and cruelty." As a fellow sociologist who reads work that usually puts one to sleep within minutes, I was a little worried that "Joki" would go down the same road. I'm very happy to report that I was wrong, as in addition to having me hooked and rooting for Joki from page one, Mbugua also very nicely weaves sociological insights into the narrative. It is a rare treat when an author can both entertain and educate us, especially in a post-9/11 world. Thank you, Njeri Mbugua!

Changing generational values in Kenya, every person's desperate need for loving acceptance, and the timeless battle between good and evil are all themes eloquently treated by Njeri Mbugua. It's easy to become attached to Joki as she grows up with unimaginable rejection - and then as she eventually finds genuine love. But this novel is far more than a captivating romance. It's a mental exercise in facing life's BIG questions.

This book is a must read. The author takes you through the life of Joki in a captivating, suspenseful and hopeful way that keeps you engaged and unable to put the book down. I definitely want to read more books by this author.

If you learned history of Greek phylosophy or live somewhere in south Europe, there is great possibility that you will love this one. It is a farce of historical and myth based stories. All of you who read Alan Ford, this is like His Highness Number One stories which he tells to bother others...

I found this story to be smart, funny and somewhat insightful. However, I will say that a little knowledge of the philosophers and their philosophy will augment the hilarity tenfold. For instance, Plato constantly is making references to "a cave." If you are not familiar at all with Plato, there is no way to understand that humor. There are many other funny references and critiques of the philosopher's philosophy and I would have found it rather dull if not for my academic background in ancient philosophy. Yet, if you like Sam Keith's charecture sytle of art, then this book is a must.

OK, it's not a likely source of comedy. Epicurus, the philsopher, meets Plato. They suffer the withering gaze of Socrates, the ignominy of discovering that Persephone had actually run away with "Hades-poo," the libido of Zeus and the lividity of Hera in response, and lots more. It's a merry (and somewhat skewed) romp through the golden age of Greek philosophy and through the gilded cage in which the classical gods toy with us mere mortals. With them comes Alexander not-yet-the-Great, a hyperactive eight year old with an attitude and a sword.

This compiles a few of the original comics (and these truly are comical), from the long-ish "Visiting Hades," through "Riding the Sun," to "Helen's Boy." The artistic style develops visibly through the progression, from humorous to frankly bizarre exaggerations - watch for Hera speaking in a quasi-human cow, and brace yourself for a laughable but yuk-creepy caricature of a human female form. The stories wander agreeably through the old tales, back and forth through myth, truth, and pure silliness.

It's a good set, despite a visual style that I thought went downhill through the series. Knowing the original history and mythology will make the stories better for you - but reading these stories will also make you want to look up the originals. The renderings here include a few crude moments. Face it, though, Zeus's carrying-on with all those ill-starred lovelies isn't really what you're likely to use as a goodnight story for your tyke, not when you really think about the details. If you can put up with a little authentic indelicacy, it's good, literate fun.

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I respectfully disagree with the previous reviewer's statement that no previous knowledge of Greek history is needed. I am by no means an expert in Greek history, but I know a few things from high school, watching documentaries, visiting museums and historical stories and movies. The first two stories in this volume are based on pretty well known Greek myths but the second two are more obscure, so I couldn't get into them very much. The plot does take a while to get going but I think that is necessary because of the story's philosophical theme. Of course, its not acurate according to history, its a satire, but I don't think most of it can be proven wrong either. Its very funny and very daring because this type of thing can lose readers pretty quickly. Even though there was a lot I didn't understand, this book is still a good purchase. I'll put it on the shelf for a couple of years and come back to it by which time I'll probably have learned more about Greek history so that I can understand the subtlties (and there are a lot of them).

Epicurus the Sage is a biting satire about the philosophical and historical climate of classical Athens. Although not at all historically accurate, it takes each character, including good old Socrates himself, to the extreme. No knowledge of philosophy or the mythology is required to get the most out of this book, although it certainly helps. It seems to take a while for the plot to kick and it winds up very quickly, which is a little disappointing. Still, it had my whole household rolling on the floor with laughter. In the tradition of Asterix, this is a great comic.

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It's definitely a good book to have, if anything because it's very clearly cross-referenced. I got a lot out of it, and have been lending it out to a lot of my friends. VaultReports publishes similar stuff which is also pretty good.

In its Occupational Outlook Handbook 2000-2001, The U.S. Department of Labor provides exhaustive, accurate, up-to-date information on all major jobs and occupations in the United States. This easy to use, authoritative, and definitive reference offers the most useful database of information on jobs and salaries available today. All jobs are arranged into logical clusters, making it simple to find a given occupation. The descriptions are clearly written and replete with pertinent and useful information on skills, pay, working conditions, training, educational prerequisites and more. Occupational Outlook Handbook 2000-2001 is an essential, core reference title for school and community job center counseling, and ideal for personal job and career research.

Although I haven't read this book in print form, I have read it online for free. It's very authoritative and full of information. The only problem I have is that it lacks subjectivity: doesn't tell you the "problems" a certain career might have or its workload.

In conclusion, every student or non-student who's just looking for a different career path will benefit from the info in this book.

Published every two years by the U.S. Dept. of Labor. The resource used by more career counselors than any other. Good, basic occupational information on hundreds of jobs covering over 90% of the workforce.

Excellent book! Can not recommend enough! A book you can not put down! One of the best books I have read!!!

An abandoned attempt at suicide has caused nineteen-year old Taryn Martin to rethink her life and her values. The possible murder of his sister, an end to a drug addiction, and a reputation as "the human lie detector" because of his supernatural "gift" has caused Conner Patience John Rodriguez to start a new life in Belleview. Soon, Taryn and Conner's paths cross. But unknown to either, the college town of Belleview has a dark secret: a secret that will test the strengths and the fears of anyone who knows about it.

In his first novel, James does an exceptional job crafting characters that come alive as you read the story. Suspense is also kept strong, avoiding cliches many writers fall into.

The author's writing style flows smoothly, rapidly proceeding from one scene to the next. This makes for a fun to read book, that even those who normally don't like to read will find thoroughly enjoyable.

Due to the author's grasp of suspense, drama, and his apparent ability to weave reality into a fictional work, this is a book that is very difficult to put down.

Bob and Ray's dry humor will send you to dizzying heights of laughter. Anyone who doesn't know the work of this brilliant comedy team must start with CLASSIC BOB AND RAY, VINTAGE BOB AND RAY, or THE LOST EPISODES.

This collection is an odd mix of Bob and Ray's live radio routines, from early in their career on Boston's WHDH, to New York on CBS and NBC. It's interesting, and funny, to hear them take aim at the local merchants paying for airtime on WHDH. Some "Mary Backstayge" routines are included as well, and just a few routines were previously released. It's interesting to hear how their style evolved from rambunctious to rehearsed - but almost always hilarious if not just plain funny. While this isn't the best collection to serve as an introduction to their large body of work, it's a "must have" nevertheless. Even though the sound quality ranges from fair to good, and just plain awful in one old commercial, it doesn't seem to matter when Bob and Ray are on the air.

THE LOST EPISODES, VOLUME 1 (4 cassettes) is a must-have for any Bob and Ray enthusiast. Here you can enjoy dozens of choice cuts from the great comedic duo's live radio work on station WOR in (I believe) the 1970's, many of which show them at top form. The highlight is the episodes of their mock soap opera "Mary Backstayge, Noble Wife". Join "America's favorite family of the footlights" as they tour New England towns with their Broadway show, WESTCHESTER FURIOSO, the centerpiece of which is "In Your Hat" - an appallingly bad production number worthy of "Springtime for Hitler". There are also such delightful nuggets as The Trophy Train, Charles the Poet, "The Gathering Dusk", "Elmer W. Litzinger, Spy", and more. Bob and Ray spoofed the snail's-pace of soap operas to perfection. Their wizardry with voices, sound effects, and music is enthralling. Bob and Ray INHABITED their characters, imbuing them with layers of reality and with interior lives - witness the wonderful Studio Talk bits. This is creative radio at its best. Buy these tapes and travel to dizzying heights of laughter!

This book of Dr. Sidlow's was a great book and really brought out what congress is all about in a case of a freshman congressman, which happened to be from the district which I call home. This 156 (plus index) book crams much of everything faced by a member of congress into it, going beyond what a normal textbook with its definitions and general examples can do. I would highly recommend this book for understanding the process by which our congress works.

The book came before I even expected and was cheaper than many other places. Good things all around!

I enjoyed Dr. Sidlow's account of the tenure of Rep. Schwartz, the illuminating anecdotes, and the insider's view of the mechanics of a modern political campaign. This is a good account of a political "freshman's" experiences, his rookie mistakes, and the bare knuckle influence of powerful advocates outside of a representative's district. Dr. Sidlow humanizes the process and takes one through highs and lows, and sometimes suprisingly ordinary lives of those surrounding this 1 term Michigan congressman.

As indicated in the previous review, Dr. Ferrell's thorough research has resulted in what, up to this point, must be considered the definitive study of 35th Division's administrative ineptness, training shortcomings, and combat operations before and during the Meuse campaign. (It should be noted that this ineptness was widespread in the AEF, and far from isolated within 35th Division.) Anyone interested in the history of the AEF should certainly examine this book. I understand that "Collapse at Meuse-Argonne" is just a small part of what will be a comprehensive study of the larger Meuse-Argonne campaign, and if the present work is any indication, every student of the First World War should eagerly anticipate eventual publication of the larger account.

That being said, there are some shortcomings to "Collapse at Meuse-Argonne." The first would be a shortage of maps. Only two are provided, one of northern France showing major rivers and principal population centers, and another showing the portion of the Meuse-Argonne sector in which the division operated, which mainly shows Route Nationale 46, the River Aire, Buanthe Creek, and the principal villages in the area. A smaller-scale map showing 35th Division's sector in the broader context of First Army would have been welcome (from the map provided, one wouldn't know 28th Division was on the left and 91st Division on the right), as would a map showing the principal topographic features in the area, such as Montfaucon and the ravine at Exermont, as well as the local transportation net. A table showing the 35th Division's order of battle and principal officers also would have been helpful.

The index is also not as useful as it really should be. For instance, critical geographic locations, such as Varennes, Cheppy, Very, Charpentry, Baulny and Exermont do not appear in the the index at all. References to George Patton are indexed, but tanks are not. This is not insignificant, as at the beginning of the campaign most of the American-operated tanks were assigned to 28th and 35th Divisions in I Corps. (One platoon was assigned to the far left regiment of 91st Division in neighboring V Corps, but they accomplished little.) To those interested, additional references to tanks appear on pages 39-40, 51, 52, 57, 58, 89, 95 and 96. And, although tanks are mentioned in passing in the text, one is left wondering if any of the operational reports submitted by units of the 35th Division discussed the support (or lack of support) provided by the tanks.

There are also a few minor errors. One rather niggling error appears on page 39, where Varrennes is cited as the location where Louis XVI was captured in 1796 during his attempt to escape the Revolution (it actually happened in June 1791 - and the unfortunate "citizen" Louis Capet was beheaded not long after). A bit more substantive is Dr. Ferrell's misidentification of Patton's 1st (later 304th) Tank Brigade as the "First Provisional Tank Regiment" (28, 37). As in the contemporary British Tank Corps, there were no tank regiments in the AEF. (The plan developed by Patton's superior, the underrated Samuel D. Rockenbach, was to create several tank brigades for the AEF by spring 1919, each brigade to be comprised of two light tank battalions and one heavy tank battalion. Glacial American tank production and the sudden advent of the Armistice prevented the plan from being implemented.)

The style of identifying military units is also a bit clunky. Standard practice is to identify divisions by arabic number (e.g., 35th Division), corps by roman numeral (e.g., V Corps), and armies by spelling them out (e.g., First Army). Instead, Dr. Ferrell spells all of them out (e.g. Thirty-fifth Division, Fifth Corps), which makes the text busier than need be, which in turn makes it more difficult to locate citations to particular units within the text.

These cavils, however, should not prevent the interested reader from benefiting from Dr. Ferrell's scholarship. Recommended.

Collapse At Meuse-Argonne: The Failure Of The Missouri-Kansas Division by Robert H. Ferrall (Professor Emeritus of History, Indiana University), is the story of the American Thirty-Fifth Division during World War I. This military expeditionary force was composed of National Guard units from Missouri and Kansas. Engaging in the battle of the Meuse-Argonne with no previous battle experience and only a minor amount of training, as well as a few weeks of garrisoning in a quiet sector in Alsace, this division and its thousands of men quite literally fell apart in the face of enemy forces in only five days. Historian and academician Robert Ferrall does an impressive work of original scholarship to describe what the problems were (including incompetence officer leadership at the highest levels). The focus upon this single battle offers a "window-in-time" perspective that will prove invaluable for a broader understanding of the difficulties of World War I era frontline combat. Collapse At Meuse-Argonne is a superbly researched and presented body of work that is strongly recommended for both academic library collections and military history buff reading lists.

I am hungry for liquid rocket engine information, this book helped satisfy that hunger, I loved the authors writing style and found the book easy to read and informative,it was a joy to read about the people involved and the troubles they had to overcome to create these masterpieces of engineering and power, I have already read it a second time, I enjoyed it so much. I have only one criticism of the book and this is a blanket criticism of all of the books that I have bought from AIAA, they should have used a better quality paper, the illustrations were muddy, some of the photos were too small or too dark, like they were not edited for contrast, etc., and a better quality paper would have made all of them clearer, when I look at rocket engine photos I'm looking for details and sometimes the details were unintelligible, BUT, there was a wealth of photos, it's loaded, and a lot of effort was expended by the authors to get them into the book. I feel this a very important book and am glad that it's now part of my library.

I think that it was a very good review of the booster engine programs at Rocketdyne. I was disappointed that more wasn't said about all the spacecraft engine programs that Rocketdyne contributed to space programs. I think those people that worked on small engines should have been recognized more for thier work.

My father served in the Southwest Pacific also. He very rarely spoke about what he experienced there. All I knew was he was in New Guinea and the Philippines. After going through his separation papers and old photos after he died, I learned he was in the 41st Division in the same places and at the same time as the author of this book. It was well written and described what the men of my father's and the author's generation had to go through. A true soldier's story from the "Greatest Generation".

This book is a brief, but solid memoir of a soldier who fought in New Guinea and the Phillipines written nearly fifty years after the end of the war. The battle descriptions are first rate and his prose is very readable. The author is honest in admitting when his memory of events is imperfect but the years have not dimmed much. The author comes across as a likeable guy who is rightfully proud of his contribution to the "Good War".