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Creative Nature & Outdoor Photography, Revised Edition
Brenda Tharp
Amphoto Books, 2010
Great Read for a Beginner Like Me.
Great Read for a Beginner Like Me.
Ever wonder why so many photos you took are utter crap?
I did and I found this book. It teaches you the art of composition.
For all the technical stuff read a blog or something.
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The Politician: An Insider's Account of John Edwards's Pursuit of the Presidency and the Scandal That Brought ...
Andrew Young
Thomas Dunne Books, 2010
Jaw-dropping account of the state of American politics
The first half of this book is a flat and monotonous account of one man's devotion to a political candidate, but when Rielle Hunter enters the picture, about half way through, your jaw will begin to drop and will continue downward until the very last page. It is, as ...
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No One Would Listen: A True Financial Thriller
Harry Markopolos
Wiley, 2010
Brilliant untold story
I'm so glad this book came out. Harry Markopolos is a true American hero and his story really deserves to be told.
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Percy Jackson and the Olympians Hardcover Boxed Set: Books 1 - 5
Rick Riordan
Hyperion Book CH, 2009
Super fun books for those who like Greek myths - ignore the treasure chest gimmick
I love Harry Potter books, especially the 1st 4. I love Greek myths.
I tried Lightning Thief when Scholastic was advertising it to my son's school. I'm always on the look out for fun books for him to read. I borrowed it from the library and got hooked myself!
The ...
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Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days
Jeff Kinney
Amulet Books, 2009
Flamingnet.com Top Choice Book-definitely recommend this to everyone I know!
Greg Heffley is a good person. To prove it, he kicks off
the book with his New Years' resolution of helping people
improve. He starts by telling his mother that she should
eat her potato chips more quietly. Many other incidents
such as this bring Greg's father ...
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God of War III Limited Edition Strategy Guide
BradyGames
Brady Games, 2010
Not released yet?
I will edit this once the book is received and I can actually review it. I just wanted to post this at this time to let everyone know that contrary to what the Amazon description says, the book is not out yet (at least on Amazon).
I had is pre-ordered and it was ...
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Hungry Girl 1-2-3: The Easiest, Most Delicious, Guilt-Free Recipes on the Planet
Lisa Lillien
St. Martin's Griffin, 2010
Are you HUNGRY? The number-one New York Times bestselling phenomenon is BACK---with even more yum-a-licious guilt-free recipes. This time, the EASIEST ones on the planet! Hungry Girl?s recipes aren't just delicious, they?re SUPER-SIMPLE, too. Hungry Girl 1-2-3 will help you make the world?s most delicious guilt-free appetizers, meals, ...
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Advanced Wiring (Home Repair and Improvement (Updated Series))
Time Life Medical, 1998
Advanced Wiring
I recently changed my circuit breaker from a screw in fuse to push button terminal. I also wired protected circuits in all my bathrooms. After that, I installed dimmer switches in my living room for lights and ceiling fans. What can I say, this book showed me what I ...
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Just Kids
Patti Smith
Ecco, 2010
Just wonderful!
A wonderfully-written book by Patti Smith about her life and friendship with Robert Mapplethorpe. I highly recommend it.
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Outliers: The Story of Success
Malcolm Gladwell
Little, Brown and Company, 2008
Challeging thinking on the story of success
In this book, Malcolm Gladwell explains that success is not a random act. Rather, it arises out of the steady accumulation of a powerful set of circumstances, opportunities and advantages such as culture legacies, generation, as well as family and community history. He ...
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A People's History of the United States: 1492 to Present
Howard Zinn
Harper Perennial Modern Classics, 2005
real history
everyone should have the opportunity to read this history book. a realistic view of history from the winners and loosers. must say does not put humankind in a good light. it opens your mind more.
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How to Raise the Perfect Dog: Through Puppyhood and Beyond
Cesar Millan, Melissa Jo Peltier
Harmony, 2009
lots of information
This book goes in to great detail about finding the right dog for you and having the right attitude about everything from potty training to basic manners. The human needs to develop the calm mindset in order to deal with the dog.
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Dead in the Family: A Sookie Stackhouse Novel (Sookie Stackhouse/True Blood)
Charlaine Harris
Ace Hardcover, 2010
The #1 New York Times bestselling Sookie Stackhouse series- the basis for HBO(r)'s True Blood -continues! After enduring torture and the loss of loved ones during the brief but deadly Faery War, Sookie Stackhouse is hurt and she's angry. Just about the only bright spot in her life is the love she thinks she feels for vampire Eric Northman. ...
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Estate Planning Smarts: A Practical, User-Friendly, Action-Oriented Guide
Deborah L. Jacobs
DJ Working Unlimited Inc., 2009
Terrific Book
This is a terrific book--the perfect guide for anyone who cares about their loved ones, financial security, or personal legacy. And who doesn't? As Jacobs explains in this highly readable book, estate plans aren't just for the rich. Many of us have more assets than ...
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Let the Great World Spin: A Novel
Colum McCann
Random House Trade Paperbacks, 2009
One of the best books I have read in a long time!
An excellent novel...engrossing, vividly written, lyrical, and ambitious...captures the experience of living in New York from the perspectives of several characters who turn out to have unseen connections to one another. The characters are unique and interesting, and ...
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Mountains Beyond Mountains: The Quest of Dr. Paul Farmer, a Man Who Would Cure the World (Random House ...
Tracy Kidder
Random House Trade Paperbacks, 2009
Dr. Paul Farmer, the Mother Teresa of Medicine
What an excellent reminder that The Only Real Nation is Humanity. Through this writing, author Tracy Kidder introduced me to Dr. Paul Farmer, who co-founded Partners-in-Health ([...]), an organization I now proudly support for their medical/humanitarian work in Haiti ...
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The Man from Beijing
Henning Mankell
Knopf, 2010
Modern China
Judge Birgitta Roslin's adopted grandparents are murdered in a small frozen Swedish village together with 17 other victims all at the same night.
Our new sleuth the judge, is middle aged mother and wife with some marital issues. Briggitta discovers clues that take her ...
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Game Change: Obama and the Clintons, McCain and Palin, and the Race of a Lifetime
John Heilemann, Mark Halperin
Harper, 2010
hard to put down
although you know the outcome the stories of what happened behind the scenes of both campaigns were enthralling
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SAS Survival Handbook, Revised Edition: For Any Climate, in Any Situation
John 'lofty' Wiseman
Harper Paperbacks, 2009
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this is the best book ever. I had the old colon's gem pocket version but this one is better.
the pocket one has it's place, But i highly recommend this book.
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Making Rounds with Oscar: The Extraordinary Gift of an Ordinary Cat
David Dosa
Hyperion, 2010
A Must Read
Everyone has to deal with the loss of loved ones at some point from physical illness and/or from the onset of dementia. This is a realistic and comforting view from the perspective of a small group of medical professionals.
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Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, Sixth Edition
American Psychological Association (APA), 2009
Book Order Review
The book came promptly and was exactly what I had ordered at a cheaper price than I had seen in book stores.
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StrengthsFinder 2.0: A New and Upgraded Edition of the Online Test from Gallup's Now, Discover Your Strengths
Tom Rath
Gallup Press, 2007
StrengthFinder 2.0 ... Too few
The item has a high rating ... I would have to give Amazon a low rating on this purchase. I needed 33 books, but was limited to purchasing only 3 books. Needless to say, Amazon lost my business when I had to go somewhere else to purchase the remainder of the books. ...
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The Notebook
Nicholas Sparks
Warner Books, 2004
Absolutely one of my favorite love stories....
This by far one of the best love stories I ever read. It grabs you heart and won 't let go. I also enjoyed the movie and watched it over and obver again. A must read.
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Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, Sixth Edition
American Psychological Association (APA), 2009
The correct updated publication!!
The book came before its scheduled time. It was the most accurate publication of the APA 6th edition.
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Breaking Dawn (The Twilight Saga, Book 4)
Stephenie Meyer
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, 2008
Perfection
This by far was my most favorite of them all. I loved the ending and crave more. Thanks Mrs. Meyers!
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Baseball America 2010 Prospect Handbook: The Comprehensive Guide to Rising Stars from the Definitive Source ...
The Editors of Baseball America
Baseball America, 2010
Nothing but the best
For one thing anyone who has ever purchased this book before or has picked up their magazine knows that baseball america has the best knowledge and insight into the teams farm systems and prospects. This is my go-to-guide help in my fantasy league, plus it lets me show ...
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Country Driving: A Journey Through China from Farm to Factory
Peter Hessler
Harper, 2010
Useful insights into modern China
As a long time "New Yorker" reader, it's been a joy to follow Peter Hessler's discovery of the complexities of modern China in a series of his articles published over the past 12 or so years. This is probably his best book on China, and I found it fascinating.
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