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Characters Controlled by Base Urge - Laughable Loves by Milan Kundera
Milan Kundera's short stories Laughable Loves present characters who apparently do little more than lust for, search for and imagine sex. It seems that life is little more than the pursuit of coition. As people, they seem manipulated by an invisible power whose existence they cannot, perhaps da
World War II Book: A Review of The Burma Campaign: Disaster Into Triumph, 1942-45
In The Burma Campaign, there was an opportunity to enlighten concerning many heroic, gruesome, and dangerous stories - they were absent in this account. Instead, the author concentrated on personality conflicts and intrigue concerning the Allied leaders. Consequently, I can't quite recommend th
City of Bones by Michael Connelly
City of Bones, by Michael Connelly, is another of the Harry Bosch novels. Bosch is a detective in the Hollywood branch of the Los Angeles Police Department with a tendency to confront his superiors and disregard procedures. It usually works out because his detective instincts are so good and his sel
Viewpoints Critical - Selected Stories - An Anthology by LE Modesitt, Jr
This is the first short story collection from prolific author L.E. Modesitt, Jr. The nineteen stories, ranging from hard science-fiction to fantasy, are intelligent and thought-provoking. Despite the short format the characters are well-developed with real insight into motivation, and intriguing plo
Biography on One of Our Greatest Living Americans!
More than a biography of Charles E. McGee, this book provides historical info on Tuskegee Airmen, air force, multiple wars/air craft, segregation, race relations and more! Please consider this a major research effort, which highlights not only the life of a great American, but..
The Best-Kept Secrets of Great Communicators System by Peter Thomson
Peter Thomson has crafted a self-help series that many will find enormously appealing. It deals with the subject of becoming a top communicator and such skill would most certainly be of great value to anyone that wishes to be a success in life.
Good Beginning
We have to find new ways in any case, life will be in turmoil and can't be at ease. We got to think of new energy and release; a new wave with conceptual change, please.
"Eats, Shoots & Leaves" by Lynne Truss
"Eats, Shoots & Leaves" by Lynne Truss, a modern English writer, is one of my favorite English books. It was sent to me by my friend, who knows that I'm a great fan of the English language. "Eats, Shoots & Leaves" is a book about English punctuation - the subtle science I lo
Bart Ehrman and the Problem of God Allowing So Much Suffering
In Bart Ehrman's book, God's Problem, he tells us that his upbringing led him to believe that God is "out there" -- and He could influence our day-to-day world, just as he did throughout biblical history. But of course, as Ehrman concludes, if God is "our there", is ful
On Wordsworth's "She Dwelt Among the Untrodden Ways"
This tiny poem, like so much of Wordsworth's, is simple only in appearance. Its language is so lucid and "ordinary", that once the reader has found that the dove is a ricer in the north of England, there would seem to be no obstacle to understanding. Surely Wordsworth is telling us th
Nothing Shatters
Nothing shatters my faith as deception - Strong belief has remained since inception - Love should be only the criteria and conception - Rest all should be neglected from adoption - It is inherent weakness that leads to downfall - Listening to wicked designs as final call - What is its ultimate resul
For The Love Of A Doberman
This past Monday morning, my friend and I got to Rosharon to meet Max. Rosharon, Texas is the home of Aeolus Dobermans and an almost 6 month old puppy Candace has named Max after our frequent talks after my Dobie boy Ally's sudden death. Max is bigger than pictured here; he is, after all, close
A Book Review Of 'Sarah's Key"
Sarah's Key is a work of fiction that is interwoven with elements of real historical events in France during the Holocaust period. The author chose to write this book with alternating story lines and periods. The main characters are Julia, a present day journalist doing a story about the roundu
Don't Let Technology Rule You - Instead, Opt to Rule It
"Conquer CyberOverload: Get More Done, Boost Your Creativity, and Reduce Stress" was written for technology junkies like me. Who, despite their best efforts, find themselves immersed in a quagmire of technology and cannot always say they have put in a full day, whenever they're asked.
The True Beauty of Poetry
Self expression, especially poetry is a great thing. Learning how to do it properly requires profits but will allow you to reap the rewards.
Interview With Morgan Hunt, Author of "Sticky Fingers"
Morgan Hunt brings readers a smart and sassy mystery story with her new book "Sticky Fingers,"about Tess Camillo, a brainy database expert in San Diego, who takes on the role of amateur detective after discovering an unwelcome rattlesnake beneath her bed. Tess and her housemate Lana are co
Don't Buy Another Car Until You Learn the Dirty Little Secrets Car Dealers Don't Want You to Know
Have you ever walked away from buying a car thinking what kind of deal did I really get? Don't let that happen again. Turn the tables on the car dealers and walk into the showroom armed with the knowledge they don't want you to have.
James Herbert, The Ultimate Horror Writer
James Herbert, for me - and doubtless for thousands of other horror fans too - is the ultimate horror writer. He is so consummate and can write any kind of horror story, be it one about monstrous mutant rats on the rampage, contaminated fog rising from an earthquake to turn people into homicidal man
Better Bass Fishing
"The Better Bass Fishing" e-book contains tips and techniques to help you land the most and biggest bass. Learn several of the secrets of bass fishing that tournament winners and professionals use. You will also discover the best baits to use in every situation.
Lelooni and The Unlikely Flying Object-Textiles to Books
Textiles into books? Strange but true Lelooni, trickster moon of the planet Intarsia is our hero. Bored and looking for mischief, he finds a fishing rod, which he used to snatch items from the unsuspecting residents of Intarsia.