St. John the Divine: The Deified Evangelist in Medieval Art and Theology

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Throughout the Middle Ages, John the Evangelist, identified as the author of both the Book of Revelation and the most profound and theologically informed of the four Gospels, provided monks and nuns with a figure of inspiration and an exemplar of vision and virginity. Rather than the historical apostle, this book's protagonist is a persona of the Evangelist established in theology, the liturgy, and devotional practice: the model mystic, who, by virtue of his penetrating insight, was seen as having become a mirror image of Christ. In St. John the Divine, Jeffrey Hamburger identifies a remarkable set of images from the ninth to the fifteenth centuries that identify the inspired Evangelist so closely with the deity that he appears as his living image and embodiment. Hamburger explores the ways these representations of St. John in the guise of Christ elucidate the significance of images as such in medieval theology and mysticism. Above all, he shows how these artworks, presented together for the first time, epitomize the relationship between the visible and the invisible: between ideas, however abstract, and the concrete images that medieval Christians confronted face-to-face.

St. John the Divine: The Deified Evangelist in Medieval Art and Theology

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St. John the Divine: The Deified Evangelist in Medieval Art and Theology
Jeffrey F. Hamburger
Manufacturer: Univ of California Pr
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000OLWRDS

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This is the first book to focus exclusively on the work of fashion designer Ossie Clark (1942-1996), a key figure in the style and fashion worlds of London in the swinging '60s. Clark created jumpsuits for Mick Jagger, silk dresses for Bianca Jagger, and snakeskin out?ts for Eartha Kitt, and is the subject of a famous portrait by David Hockney. The fusion of his brilliant cutting with the extraordinary prints created by his wife, textile designer Celia Birtwell, resulted in designs that paid witty homage to Art Deco and Hollywood glamour.

Author Judith Watt has interviewed models, friends, and colleagues from the 1960s-and has unearthed exclusive audio archives featuring Ossie Clark himself-to create this unprecedented portrait of a major figure in modern fashion. The illustrations include Vogue fashion shoots (including images by such famous photographers as David Bailey), portraits, documentary photographs, wonderful unpublished sketches owned by Birtwell, and stunning new photographs of iconic outfits.

Published to accompany a major retrospective exhibition, this book will bring new admirers to the work of a man whose continuing influence can be seen in the work of John Galliano, Gucci, Prada, and other major designers.

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Ossie Clark.......2007-07-03

Very informative, if a bit gushing. Basically just a history of Ozzie, and a little bit about the clothes. Nice slick paper, and some nice photos, but I wish it had more. Considering this was accompaning a retrospective of his work at the V&A Museum, I was expecting more pictures of his work, more drawings, and maybe some schematics of the actual designs. What you actually get is a few photos of his clothes on manequins, a few photos from magazine shoots (which never really show the clothes well) and a few photos of Ozzie through the years. There are a few drawings of his and a few of Celia's, and that's it. It just makes you hungry for more, but there isn't any more. This is the only book available.

stunning~.......2007-02-14

A marvellous book for any and all who revere 60s-70s fashion.
You've seen the copycat versions for years; now see an original designer who tied rock and underground culture to clothing.

The subtly body conscious cut, the wonderful prints, these clothes have it all.

Expensive, but your fashion library deserves it.

My only criticism? Too too short!

this book is a must-have for any designer.......2003-10-14

beautiful patterns/ clothes/ sketches. great book. buy it, it's one of my fav's this year.

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Haru Akaishi's father has just died, leaving him an orphan at age 17. It seems his father was in a lot of debt and took out some shady loans. Just when the Yakuza-esque creditors come to collect, a mysterious lawyer named Yuuji Senoh appears and says he'll deal with the matter personally. As it turns out, Mr. Senoh was someone Haru befriended many years ago as his mother ailed in the hospital, but Haru had forgotten about him. When the bank takes back the mortgage on his house, Haru takes Mr. Senoh up on his offer to live at his apartment. While Mr. Senoh claims that he's only trying to offer financial support to Haru as a minor, perhaps there's is a stronger bond between the two than either realize at first.

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Sweet, Slow, and Human.......2006-12-14

This is a self-contained story in one volume. It has a nice, slow build. There are kisses and hugs in this slice-of-life love story set in modern Japan. Probably the best part of this book (other than the illustrations) are the memorable characters. The art is somewhat sparse, but it is soft and appealing.

Aeria's Yaoi & BL Manga Review.......2006-08-13

The story line is simple and straight forward. Nothing too complicated. Basically just a sweet love story for those who are venturing for the first time into the land of yaoi and BL. The drawings are harsh but if you can get past over that, the plot will blow you away.

Cute, but not fabulous........2006-05-28

It indeed is a three star "OK" title. If you want to find it in a bookstore and read it there it is pretty pleasant, but as for paying the $10+ to own it, you could find a better title in the genre to spend your money on.

My problem with this title is not the artwork. It is indeed pretty sparse and the character designs are not incredibly "pretty," though the characters look less like a fantasy and more like real people, which is sometimes a plus.

My problem with this title is also not its lack of graphic scenes. This is a BL title in its purest sense. There are a couple sweet kisses and nothing too terrible happens to anyone. There are times when you don't want to be rushed into graphic situations and just read a nice story. This is one of those titles.

My problem with this title is in the seemingly thrown in afterthought of the male/male romance. There was a lot of care taken to project Haru's personality as a complex teenager, but none to project his growing feelings for Senoh. For Senoh's part he is pretty hard to read. He's at least ten years Haru's senior, but setting that aside he's a pretty stand up guy for not going after Haru sexually while he is still a minor. I get that and it is fine for the story, but the BL theme of the story just didn't seem to fit at the end.

There wasn't really any conflict building up to their romantic union at the end. It just didn't fit with the progression of their relationship, which felt much more like an estranged elder brother taking over the care of a younger brother than anything else.

In that respect the story was told very well. Haru is wary of of Senoh at first, though Senoh is very patient and protective of him as the one of the two of them that actually remembers their friendship years earlier. Haru's seeming turnaround to agreeing to live with Senoh seems a bit rushed since at this point in the story he is still pretty untrusting of the man's intentions, but Haru's conflicting desire to not be alone, coupled with his desire to not rely on others is written pretty well. This is seen in the scenes where Haru is concerned with Senoh overworking himself and getting sick, but not returning a positive response to Senoh's offer to pay for Haru's college. It is also unclear if Haru ever remembered who Senoh was to him all those years ago. Haru seems to refer back to the first time Senoh steps in at Haru's father's wake to protect him when he refers to his feelings about the older man. The only romantic inner conflict projected with any care in the story is when Senoh's coworker makes a suggestive comment about his intentions with the boy and Senoh gets very upset with the man saying that it would be better for Haru to fall in love with a girl and have a family and not with some 30something man, to which the coworker remarks that Haru is going to choose what he wants regardless of what is "best for him."

I think the story would have been less interesting without the BL romance aspect, but I don't feel it was developed properly in this title. If it had been a bit longer perhaps that aspect could have been flushed out a bit and I would be satisfied. Take a chance on it if you want, though. It wasn't a bad read at all.

A tender love story!.......2006-05-27

Not Yaoi as nothing more than hugs and kisses. Not even Shounen-ai as this is not boys' love but the growing love between a thirty something man and a seventeen year old boy. Reminds me of Love Mode Vol 2 but milder.
Some may find the story sappy. But I like it, if not for anything other than the fact that it centers on 2 lonely and unhappy people coming together and building a life together. The dialogue is simple yet effective and I do like the metaphor of the flower "Harujion".
However this mangaka's artwork needs getting use to as it seems sparse but the facial expressions are vivid.
And I do appreciate the much improved packaging by DMP under the new Yaoi label "June". Well done DMP.

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A Santa Fe dad shares heartwarming, comic, often ludicrous tales of raising a family in this laugh-out-loud book perfect for anyone who enjoys the edgy humor of David Sedaris or the whimsical commentary of Dave Barry. Waxing both profound and profane on issues close to a father’s heart—from exploding diapers to toddler tantrums, from the horrors of dressing up as Frosty the Snowman to the moments that make a father proud—Robert Wilder brilliantly captures the joys and absurdities of being a parent today.

With an artist wife and two kids—a daughter, Poppy, and a son, London—Robert Wilder considers himself as open-minded as the next man. Yet even he finds himself parentally challenged when his toddler son, London, careens around the house in the buff or asks the kind of outrageous, embarrassing questions only a kid can ask. A high school teacher who sometimes refers to himself jokingly as Mister Mom (when his wife, Lala, is busy in her studio), Wilder shares warmly funny stories on everything from sleep deprivation to why school-sponsored charities can turn otherwise sane adults into blithering and begging idiots.

Whether trying to conjure up the perfect baby name (“Poppy” came to his wife’s mother in a dream) or hiring a Baby Whisperer to get some much-needed sleep, Wilder offers priceless life lessons on discipline, potty training, even phallic fiddling (courtesy of young London). He describes the perils of learning to live monodextrously (doing everything with one hand while carrying your child around with the other) and the joys of watching his daughter morph into a graceful, wise, unique little person right before his eyes.

By turns tender, irreverent, and hysterically funny, Daddy Needs a Drink is a hilarious and poignant tribute to his family by a man who truly loves being a father.

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Funny, but crass.......2007-08-27

Gave this to my dad for fathers day, and he told me it was a bit embarrasing. Some sexual stories, etc. He may be sensative, I haven't read it. Just be aware if you are giving it to a prude! (:

Hilarious even without kids.......2007-06-15

This book was hilarious..I don't even have children and I was riveted by his imagery and language. You will be pleased to sit down and enjoy a few laughs when you dive in. Great book, fun find, can't wait for his next one.

Funniest Parenting Book Yet!.......2006-12-13

If you are a parent or wanting to be a parent, you should definitely read this book by Robert Wilder. It is a collection of his memories as a father, from the first time he changed his daughter in an Olive Garden Restaurant men's room, to having worn a snowman suit called Frosty and baking in his own fart and stench just to get the love of his daughter. Wilder also narrates the frustrations of being a parent and drastically looking at it in a very side splitting and hilarious way. If you want a book that will make you "pee-in-your-pants-laugh-out-loud-kind" of way and if you want to see the different lengths parents will do to get their children's love, this is the book to read. You will also find in this book how a family friend reacts when his 3 year old son drops the "F-BOMB word", or when a 6 year old girl asks Wilder, "Daddy, what is rape?", and a kid's question on why the sky is blue followed by who, what where and when interrogations. Although this book is about parenting and children, Wilder's language is on the rated R range, which I think is a very effective tool for the adult readers to find amusing, not to mention one chapter that has rated R dialouges with.

Reallly funny!.......2006-11-23

As new parents, my husband and I couldn't stop laughing while reading the stories. We even read sections aloud to other new parent friends.

Fathers are parents too.......2006-11-10

A delightful book which all new parents will appreciate. It
was written by a dad with a sense of humor.

Spielberg's Holocaust: Critical Perspectives on Schindler's List
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Stimulating Debate of the Merits of Spielberg's Film

Spielberg's Holocaust: Critical Perspectives on Schindler's List

Manufacturer: Indiana University Press
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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Stimulating Debate of the Merits of Spielberg's Film.......2001-03-09

Perhaps unfortunately, many of the essays in this fine collection would have to fall under the category of univocal Spielberg-bashing. The director is berated by a chorus of academics for his documentary-style authoritarianism in his approach to representing the story of Oskar Schindler and the Schindler Jews. What merits the movie does have are, by and large, swept under the carpet in the interest of pointing out its glaring faults and moments of irresponsible over-reaching. This robs the debate of a good measure of balance, but the wealth of different critical perspectives brought to bear on the discussion more than makes up for any lack of diplomacy.

The book's greatest stengths are just this sort of breadth--there are essays here by film experts, historians, literary theorists and other academic luminaries, most notably Geoffrey Hartmann and Omer Bartov. Another virtue of Loshitzky's collection is that the reader comes away with a much better grasp of the larger debate over representing the Holocaust. Essays point repeatedly to Claude Lanzmann's interview-style documentary as an ideal form, but the more careful essays admit that this is not the version most viewers would sit through, as it's too long, too slow, etc.

There are some shocking revelations, too, like things Spielberg has said in interviews that should curdle the blood of even his most vociferous supporters. He compares his trials of being rich and famous and recognizable with the suffering of victims of the Holocaust, and one wonders what on earth he could possibly have been thinking.

Those tidbits aside, though, the most useful, convincing and durable essay here is, in my opinion, the balanced assessment by Bartov, a Holocaust historian, who candidly admits that Spielberg's triumphalism and hero-narrative are terribly misplaced in this corner of history. Unlike the other essayists here, though, Bartov challenges critics to focus more on the positive accomplishments of the film, and especially the fact that it has raised overall awareness of the tragedy in extraordinary fashion. This must not be forgotten in a judgment of the film, he argues, since it is likely (and he writes this, of course, before the breakout success of Benigni's "Life is Beautiful") the only Holocaust film most people--and certainly most Americans--will ever care to see.

While certain of the pieces cater more obviously to an academic crowd well versed in the ongoing debate and most current scholarship on the topic of the Holocaust, the book in general is quite accessible to more mainstream audiences who wish to see Spielberg's version of the Shoah challenged in an often very productive way. I highly recommend this book.

David Wilcox - Underneath
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David Wilcox - Underneath
David Wilcox
Manufacturer: Hal Leonard Corporation
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ASIN: 0634006959

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All 13 songs from the seventh release by this acclaimed singer/songwriter: All My Life * Down Here * Guilty Either Way * Home Within Your Heart * Hometown * Leaving You * Never Enough * Prisoner of War * Sex and Music * Slipping Through My Fist * Spirit Wind * Underneath * Young Man Dies. Includes photos, a discography, and a foreword by Wilcox himself.

Underneath.(Review): An article from: Sojourners

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Underneath.(Review): An article from: Sojourners
Tom Walsh
Manufacturer: Sojourners
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This digital document is an article from Sojourners, published by Sojourners on July 1, 1999. The length of the article is 827 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Author: Tom Walsh
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Date: July 1, 1999
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Volume: 28 Issue: 4 Page: 58

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GENERAL FEATURES: Crime Scene Whodunits by Sterling Publishing Co. is designed for hours of thinking fun! Liars, cheats, thieves, and murderers: it's time to call Dr. Quicksolve, his son Junior, and his former partner, Elliot Savant. No one else can crack a case so swiftly. Come along, join the mini-mystery fun, and try to solve the crimes, too. This book contains 96 pages. Approximately 5 3/8 by 8 1/4 inches.

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I've Seen a Lot of Famous People Naked, and They've Got Nothing on You! Business Secrets from the Ultimate Street-Smart Entrepre

Jake Steinfeld builds bodies - and boosts your business

A collection of 'street smart' business tips from a body builder businessman

Great Everyday Advice From Jake!

Presents by Jake

I've Seen a Lot of Famous People Naked, and They've Got Nothing on You! Business Secrets from the Ultimate Street-Smart Entrepreneur
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After a brief career in professional bodybuilding, Jake Steinfeld found his calling in helping others pump themselves up. Beginning as a personal trainer to Hollywood celebrities, he soon started his remarkably successful Body by Jake brand of health and fitness programs. Now he hopes to motivate readers to start their own businesses. His experience of learning on the fly and following his instincts led him to believe that street-smart, self-taught entrepreneurs like him have a unique perspective on starting, running, and growing a business that MBA teachers and graduates don't have. And he must be on to something--in addition to his workout videos and exercise products, he also started a 24-hour fitness television network (that he later sold for $500 million), a profession lacrosse league, and many other ventures.

In a humorous, down-to-earth way, Steinfeld offers practical tips on writing a business plan, building a team of partners, hiring and training employees, securing start-up money, branding and marketing, and even working with philanthropic organizations. Though the information he offers is not groundbreaking, the way he tells his own success story should inspire would-be entrepreneurs. Steinfeld obviously loves what he does and his enthusiasm is contagious. He wants people to not just build a career, but to build a life; something that makes them excited to go to work, or better yet, to not think of it as work at all. Breezy and fun to read, the book strives to help people find their motivation, pick a goal, learn from failures, and most importantly, never quit. Good advice for business or any other pursuit. --Shawn Carkonen

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Foreword by Steven Spielberg

Body by Jake founder Jake Steinfeld has helped millions of people pump up their health, their bodies, and their self-confidence. But can he help you pump up your business? You bet! Whether you're already up and running or have always dreamed of having a great business, Jake is going to help you get to the next level and beyond.

Jake has seen a lot of big-name celebrities naked. No, not like that! Naked, as in "stripped" of the trappings of their fame and fortune. No entourages, no PR flaks, no designer handbags -- and no bull. These famous folks are people just like you, and they don't have anything that you haven't got.

As Jake taught them how to get and stay fit, he learned from them: what makes them tick, and what makes them successful. That knowledge has helped him turn a personal training business into a premier fitness product brand, a 24-hour fitness television network, a professional sports league, and instant recognition everywhere he goes.

Now it's your turn! You don't need an MBA to start your business, or to get the one you have into fantastic shape -- what you need is street smarts, practical knowledge, and a "don't quit!" attitude. Think of this book as "Business by Jake." It's an eye-opening success story and an entrepreneur's tool kit -- combined with a motivational kick in the "buttissimo" that is pure Jake! In addition to Jake's own amazing account, you'll also read insightful stories about Steven Spielberg, Tommy Hilfiger, Aaron Spelling, and other luminaries from Hollywood, professional sports, the business world and more. You'll read about the unique relationships Jake formed with each person, and what he learned from them even as he taught and inspired them to be their best. You'll learn proven strategies to help you:

* Start, build, and grow a business. * Make connections, establish a network, and put together a great team. * Find partners and investors. * Build a high-profile brand. * Develop the courage to take risks. * Turn failures into springboards to success. * Build goodwill and good business through community involvement and charity.

Jake's message is simple: If he can do it, anyone can. And all those famous people? Remember, Jake has seen them "naked," and they've got nothing on you!

So get pumped up, don't quit, and start flexing your business muscles!

"Jake is the quintessential American success story. Once you've read his book, you'll realize why!" -- Tommy Hilfiger, Fashion designer, Tommy Hilfiger Corporation

"Jake's inspiration and direct, down-to-earth approach to business gave me as a woman building a brand the confidence never to quit and to follow my dreams." -- Cristina Ferrare, Founder, Cristina Ferrare Designs

"I've learned more about business from Jake than I did at Princeton! This book is gold. Read it!" -- Dave Morrow, Founder and CEO, Warrior Lacrosse

"Jake Steinfeld is the master entrepreneur. If I had this book when I started out twenty years ago, our company would be years ahead of where we are today." -- Mark S. Mastrov, Founder, Chairman, and CEO, 24 Hour Fitness

"As a young entrepreneur, I never had a road map for what to do. Jake combines his street-smart hustle and boardroom muscle in this real-world example of how to be a self-made business success." -- Kevin Plank, Founder and CEO, Under Armour

"Jake has a unique combination of determination and real-world business skills that have made him a successful entrepreneur. His passionate speech at the Stanford Graduate School of Business entrepreneurship club back in 2002 was an inspiration for me to found the Golden Baseball League." -- Dave Kaval, Past President, Stanford Graduate School of Business Entrepreneurship Speakers Forum, Founder and CEO, Golden Baseball League

"Body By Jake started it all. With Jake's pioneering leadership in the fitness and personal training profession, the revolution began. His inspiration has led us to develop the nation's first four-year academic degree in Personal Fitness Training." -- Ken Baldwin, M.Ed., Program Advisor, Department of Health and Kinesiology, Purdue University

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I've Seen a Lot of Famous People Naked, and They've Got Nothing on You! Business Secrets from the Ultimate Street-Smart Entrepre.......2007-07-16

I've Seen a Lot of Famous People Naked, and They've Got Nothing on You! is an inspirational guide to business written by Jake Steinfeld of Bodies by Jake, fitness guru to the rich and famous. I have to admit that I was a little nervous when I agreed to review this book. I was curious about Jake's secrets to his success but I worried that the book was going to be a loud, chaotic, chest beating book filled with name dropping and bragging.

I was so very wrong. Before I had even completed the first chapter, I realized that the author genuinely wanted to share his experiences (including his own insecurities and failures that drove him to achieve his version of success) and his enthusiasm with others so that they could realize their own dreams. Moreover, the author pulled no punches. He stated plainly that achieving success demands commitment and hard work (or rather hard play). Therefore, if you don't truly love what you do, don't even bother to try. These unique aspects made reading this book like having a trusted friend sharing his enthusiasm, his experiences and the resources he had collected over the years in order to help you succeed in your own goals.

I've Seen a Lot of Famous People Naked, and They've Got Nothing on You! creates a deep empowering feeling that will change the way the reader views his or her own dreams and will inspire the reader to commit fully to working towards these goals. Words by Jake to take to heart "A wish changes nothing: a decision changes everything." "Aim high. Then aim higher!" and "Success is failure turned inside out."

Jake Steinfeld builds bodies - and boosts your business.......2006-03-08

A fitness trainer to major Hollywood celebrities and entrepreneurs, Jake Steinfeld mixed personal moxie and bodybuilding to become a self-made multimillionaire. His story, an easy-to-read blend of pluck and luck, is inspirational, upbeat and energizing. He tells good name-dropping yarns about film producer Steven Spielberg and TV producer Aaron Spelling, among others, but he also refers to his grandmother and his parents as major influences. He intersperses his biography with useful, interesting facts for entrepreneurs, including business plan tips and ideas for funding sources. Steinfeld's story is motivational, and you will come to like him and respect him as an interesting, energetic businessman as you read. As a result, we recommend this as perfect reading material while you jog on the treadmill or dream about building your empire. This book is especially appropriate for entrepreneurs and small business owners. Both optimistic and informative, it will pump you up.

A collection of 'street smart' business tips from a body builder businessman .......2005-12-04

Jake Steinfeld's I've Seen A Lot Of Famous People Naked, And They've Got Nothing On You provides a collection of 'street smart' business tips from a body builder businessman who is recognized as a fitness icon, and responsible for creating the personal fitness training industry. Does fitness translate to business savvy? Jake's seen a lot of celebrities stripped of their fame and fortune, and learned what made them succeed and failure: that knowledge helped him build a branded fitness product, a professional sports league, and more - and Steinfeld here shares some secrets of success.

Great Everyday Advice From Jake!.......2005-11-15

Despite the catchy title and Jake Steinfelds fitness past the book I've Seen A Lot Of Famous People Naked isn't a weight loss guide. Even a recent feature in Star Magazine failed to mention this important fact. Steinfeld is a self-made millionaire and in this book he offers real life advice to people who wish to become entrepreneurs. As a matter of fact the books subtitle is "Business Secrets From The Ultimate Street-Smart Entrepreneur." As other reviewers have mentioned the advice is basic such as--do something the interests you and pick a partner you can live with. However, some of the information in the book can be quite helpful to the aspiring entrepreneur who might think they know everything. Steinfeld offers the suggestion of when you go to the bank know exactly how much money you need and be prepared to detail how you will pay back money. Granted a lot of the information in the book is so called getting started in business common sense but if you are just getting started and need a road map I've Seen A Lot Of Famous People Naked is a great book to follow when you are getting started with your business venture.

Presents by Jake.......2005-11-08

This book will make a great gift for the holidays, especially for all the people on your list who are hard to buy for, or who have a lot of great ideas, but never see them through. I even picked up one as a gift for myself!

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