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Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers, Third Edition
Robert M. Sapolsky
Holt Paperbacks, 2004
Excellent, well written book
I will admit that it can be a bit technical for a few folks. His book makes you feel that he is teaching you in a classroom. The citations and references are informative.
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Passionate Marriage: Keeping Love and Intimacy Alive in Committed Relationships
David Schnarch
Holt Paperbacks, 1998
Are you differentiated?
If you're not, you need to read this book! The passionate Marriage is an excellent book written in a personable manner with excellent anecdotes that demonstrate the concepts the writer is explaining. Reading this book helped me recognize where I wasn't differentiated ...
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Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America
Barbara Ehrenreich
Holt Paperbacks, 2008
Excellent, Unbiased, well written and documented
I originally read this book when it was first published! I found it hard hitting, have quoted from it frequently and have recommended it to numerous indivduals.
I feel her book does not go far enough because, let us be honest, she knew she would "get out" of the ...
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Getting the Love You Want: A Guide for Couples, 20th Anniversary Edition
Holt Paperbacks, 2007
Excellent
As a psychotherapy training supervisor, I highly recommend this book for singles, couples and those professionals open to a different slant on relationships.
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Grammar Girl's Quick and Dirty Tips for Better Writing
Mignon Fogarty
Holt Paperbacks, 2008
Fantastic Reference
I was able to pick up a copy at the local Borders and have been thumbing through it for the last few weeks. I really like this book.
When I'm writing an email, a blog post, or anything else for that matter, I want to know I'm doing it correctly. There's nothing ...
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Deep Economy: The Wealth of Communities and the Durable Future
Bill McKibben
Holt Paperbacks, 2008
Changed the way I see the world
I must admit, I wasn't particularly enthused about "Deep Economy" when I picked it up... it was one of several shorter texts required for my senior seminar class as a business major. I'm so glad I stuck with it... because it's had a lasting impression upon me.
I won't ...
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What's the Matter with Kansas?: How Conservatives Won the Heart of America
Thomas Frank
Holt Paperbacks, 2005
Another native supporter
I just want to say that this book is completely on target and right about the political mindset of Kansas citizens in addition to almost every other right-winged American. I should know -- I used to live in Kansas. Luckily, I spent most of my life growing up in NY ...
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Writing Your Dissertation in Fifteen Minutes a Day: A Guide to Starting, Revising, and Finishing Your ...
Joan Bolker
Holt Paperbacks, 1998
worth more than gold
THis book is worth more than twice its weight in gold. I only bought it on the off-chance because it was listed as a book often bought along with another book I was buying, and in any case the price was so affordable. I am so glad I did. I was suffering from ...
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The Day of Battle: The War in Sicily and Italy, 1943-1944 (Liberation Trilogy)
Rick Atkinson
Holt Paperbacks, 2008
The Lady Be Good
A lot of information about the end of World War II in Italy &
the fight to get as many of the guys out of the dessert.If you know anything about the " Lady Be Good " you will enjoy this book.
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Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America
Barbara Ehrenreich
Holt Paperbacks, 2002
Must read for the 'Haves' in this country
I have to admit, I grew up as person of privilege. I am from a large home in suburbia and drove a Mercedes SUV to high school every day. I was always taught to appreciate the things you have, and how lucky I am. Being born into wealth doesn't take talent, it takes ...
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An Army at Dawn: The War in North Africa, 1942-1943, Volume One of the Liberation Trilogy (The Liberation ...
Rick Atkinson
Holt Paperbacks, 2007
Good Read
This book is a good read for history buff or just the regular person wanting to know more about WWII
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This I Believe: The Personal Philosophies of Remarkable Men and Women
Holt Paperbacks, 2007
A VERY GOOD READ
I bought this for my dad for his birthday a few months ago because I consider him to be a remarkable person as well. He thoroughly loved it and is having my mom now read it. If my dad says it's good than it is so.
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Organizing from the Inside Out, second edition: The Foolproof System For Organizing Your Home, Your Office ...
Julie Morgenstern
Holt Paperbacks, 2004
A Refreshing Approach to Organizing
Julie Morgenstern's "Organizing from the Inside Out" is such a fantastic and valuable book. Her approach to organizing, as the title suggests, is whatever you are organizing -- your work/family schedule, your office, your kitchen, or your basement -- needs to reflect ...
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Chanel: A Woman of her Own
Axel Madsen
Holt Paperbacks, 1991
Chanel Bio is everything it should be.
I found it strange that some readers gave negative or highly critical reviews of this biography. Someone even commented on the difficulty in reading the French names! It's a little late to change Chanel's nationality and thank God! This biography is successful on a ...
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The Copywriter's Handbook, Third Edition: A Step-By-Step Guide To Writing Copy That Sells
Robert W. Bly
Holt Paperbacks, 2006
The Copywriters Handbook
This great book opens up with how to formulate your letters and write copy ad. Mr. Bly explains it like if you were a child so you can and will understand it. So many great resources that you can use right away. I would like to encourge any copywriter or anyone in the ...
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