Vinyl Hayride: Country Music Album Covers 1947-1989

Book Description

A kaleidoscope of rhinestones, flashy cars, boots, and guitars, Vinyl Hayride proudly exhibits the classic album covers that define country music's look and style. From the cartoon illustrations of the 1940s to the glamour shots of the 1980s, this is a one-of-a-kind collection of more than 250 classic album covers. Author Paul Kingsbury painstakingly unearthed the best from deep in the vaults of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, home to the world's most complete country music record collection. A visual history of the genre, Vinyl Hayride revels in both the charm and the humor inherent in the country music attitude. It's album-sized and heavy on the twang - in other words, a must-have for fans of classic album graphics, country music, and hillbilly style.

Customer Reviews:

Y'all betta git this book if ya know'adda mean.......2004-07-04

I dislike contemparaty country music with all it's glitz and glam and remember 9/11 message. Whatever happened to Johnny Cash (before he died), Willie Nelson (before he went hippie), Dolly Parton (before she opened the amusment park), Reba (before the sitcom!),and many others I forgot to mention, you can find them all in this book in all thier dressed like cowboys and drinkin' and my girlfriend just left me glory. This book will amaze you and insight you to a by-gone, but not forgotten era!

WOW WEEEEEE!!!!!!!!!.......2004-01-07

Let me warn you. You had better have some cash. Why? Becasue after seeing all of these album covers, you are going to want to find them and buy them.

All of the pictures are perfectly restored. Some of the covers will make you laugh, such as Grandpa Jones' "Yodeling Hits" Lp. I won't tell you what it is, but man it is awesome.

The book is lp sized and has a reproduction of Webb Pierce's "Cross Country" Lp from I believe 1961.

Go grab this book before it goes out of print. Be warned tho, you are about to get hooked on album collecting!!!!

My only complaint is that this book isn't about another 400 pages longer.

A first in country covers........2003-06-08

At last country music fans have their own cover art book. More than 250 are shown, in color, either one or four to a page in this almost LP size book. Fortunately none of them are angled or overlapping each othe. As the covers are arranged chronologically you can see how the big names and some one-hit wonders, were graphically presented by their record companies. Johnny Cash has ten covers from 1956 to 1985, Dolly Parton six from 1967 to 1987, Waylon Jennings six from 1966 to 1985.

Most of the covers before the Seventies follow the usual album design format, bland photo of the artist and some dull colored typography, though there are some exceptions, for instance Porter Wagoner's 'Confessions of a Broken Man' or 'Skid Row Joe'. It is not until the Seventies before the whole package was considered as one design element, like the Kinky Friedman's 'Lasso From El Passo' (made to look like a Camel cigarette pack) or Dolly Parton's '9 to 5 and Odd Jobs'. The covers shown from the Eighties mostly have well taken expressive photography combined with interesting graphics.

Country fans will enjoy seeing these historical covers, if only to see the ones they owned and possibly regret throwing out years ago. On page sixteen I came across a Speedy West and Jimmy Bryant album, '2 Guitars Country Style', I had in the late Fifties and then junked years later but fortunately re-issued on CD. 'Vinyl Hayride' is the same large size as an expanding collection of books devoted to LP cover art and graphic designers will find it worth adding to their reference library.

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This is a AIR FORCE INST OF TECH WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB OH SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT report procured by the Pentagon and made available for public release. It has been reproduced in the best form available to the Pentagon. It is not spiral-bound, but rather assembled with Velobinding in a soft, white linen cover. The Storming Media report number is A041514. The abstract provided by the Pentagon follows: IEEE 802.11 WLANs and Bluetooth piconets both operate in the 2.4 GHz Industrial Scientific and Medical (ISM) radio band. When operating in close proximity, these two technologies interfere with each other. Current literature suggests that IEEE 802.11 (employing direct sequence spread spectrum technology) is more susceptible to this interference than Bluetooth, which uses frequency hopping spread spectrum technology, resulting in reduced throughput. Current research tends to focus on the issue of packet collisions, and not the fact that IEEE 802.11 may also delay its transmissions while the radio channel is occupied by a Bluetooth signal. This research characterizes previously neglected transmission delay effects. Through analytic modeling and simulation, the impact of this interference is determined to identify all facets of the interference issues. Results show that Bluetooth-induced transmission delays improve network performance in many scenarios. When isolating delay effects, the likelihood that WLAN STA signals collide with each other decreases, causing an overall increase in normalized throughput and decrease in expected delay for many network configurations, As wireless communication technologies become an integral part of national defense, it is imperative to understand every performance characteristic. For instance, if the Air Force uses IEEE 802.11 and wants to incorporate a Bluetooth piconet as well, the impact of concurrent operation should be known beforehand.

Live Model, Book One: Artistic Nude Figures for Drawing, Painting, and Sculpture

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Good starter book if the lighting was corrected
Happy with it
Good first effort
Disappointing
Essential reference

Live Model, Book One: Artistic Nude Figures for Drawing, Painting, and Sculpture
Maureen Johnson , and Douglas Johnson
Manufacturer: Live Model Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Spiral-bound

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ASIN: 097645730X

Book Description

Live Model contains full color printing of 179 high resolution photographs of male and female nudes. For drawing, the book provides careful lighting emphasizing shape, form and shading. For painting, full color printing is accompanied by large photographs on CD showing fine details such as texture and coloration of eyes, lips, skin and hair. For sculpting, Live Model provides multiple views of the same pose every 45 degrees. In addition, many poses are photographed both straight-on and from above allowing visibility into valleys of the form. Close-ups of face, feet and hands show fine details such as the creases in knuckles, texture of hair and the curl of fingers and toes. The accompanying CD contains all the photos from the book plus extras in full page size high resolution PDFs. Using the free viewer they can be viewed, rotated, zoomed in, printed, or projected life size. Book One introduces the Live Model series while providing a variety of models in multiple poses printed in full color for the price of one modeling session.

Customer Reviews:

Good starter book if the lighting was corrected.......2005-09-22

The book doesn't have too many poses, however, it has several poses as seen from different angles(8 in all) which is helpful. However, the lighting on the models and the quality of print is so bad, that all images appear extremely flat.

Happy with it.......2005-05-19

I liked the variety of models and there is an adequate number of poses. The color printing is not always great but having the photos on CD is awesome. I thought there was a good mix of natural and 'artsty' poses and you can adapt them to make your own compositions See the drawing above.

It works for drawing practice or just as a figure study/reference pose book. Could also be helpful for illustrators.
Check out the preview on the book's website before you buy it so you will know if it has enough of the kind of stuff you're looking for.

Good first effort.......2005-03-28

Update: They recently came out with a new book which is much better- search for "Art Models Life Nudes".

Pros:
Large full color photos,
Can preview the book on their website www.livemodelbook.com,
CD included with Big versions of all the photos,
Attractive models with no airbrushing,
No censoring (lack of female censoring might bother some people),
All photos, very little text,
Durable covers and spiral binding make it convenient to use.

Cons:
Print quality and construction could be better.
Would like more poses.

Three of the models have tattoos, as another reviewer pointed out. But, they don't interfere with form nor with face, hand, and feet details. In any case, you can see the models by going to their website before you buy.

Looking forward to a bigger Book Two.

Disappointing.......2005-03-18

I am extremely disappointed with this book. The poses look very awkward, tattoos and piercings detract from the form, and there are too few poses depicted for the cost. The models are certainly more 'real', however, I would suggest the authors seek professional models in the future or at least select those with less 'body adornment'. I would not recommend this book for any artist!

Essential reference.......2005-02-02

This is an excellent resource for artists and particularly for sculptors. The book is well laid out and provides clear color shots which are well lit with neutral backgrounds. The models are posed in comfortable and natural gestures which do not seem contrived or forced. There are also excellent references with male and female comparisons of the same pose, shot from multiple angles.

So many other figure reference guides are stale poses from one view. Not so, here. Each pose is photographed from various points 360 degrees around the model which provides excellent appeal to artists working in a three-dimensional medium.

The included CD is a gem and provides higher resolution images that are clearer then the print versions, and can even be accessed through most image editing software like Photoshop or Paint Shop Pro.

Another great feature of the book is it's spiral bound. Any working artist in a studio can attest this as an excellent feature. For hands-free reference while drawing or painting this is incredibly useful. One idea came to mind to prop the book up some distance away and view it from the vantage point where the model would be, were they actually in the studio. Other binding would make this difficult to set up.

Anyone serious about figure drawing without access to live models should find this to be an invaluable resource. Even artists with regular access to life models will find this book useful to fill in the areas where a fifteen-minute pose, or access to a single angle, are just too limited.

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GREAT!.......2007-09-29

I purchased this collection for my father as a gift. HE LOVES IT!!! He owned many of the original Spiderman comics when he was a child and living on a military base in Japan. When my grandfather was stationed back in the U.S. my grandmother made him leave them in Japan.
This is a great gift for any true Spideerman fans or anyone who wants to get familiar with the actual comics. :)

An Amazing Fantasy for any Spidey Fan!!!.......2007-07-30

An irradiated spider bite, a tragic twist of fate, a poignant proverb; over the years there have been numerous attempts to re-tell or re-interpret Spider-Man's origin. With some of them being successful and others not so much, any Spidey fan's best bet is to actually read the original Lee/Ditko comics in all their grandeur. The Marvel Masterworks series provides Spider-Man fans with this exact opportunity. Important to note - unlike some trades that compile these comics in black & white, in this collection, they are all in magnificent COLOR!

This particular volume, Marvel Masterworks: The Amazing Spider-Man Vol.1 consists of Amazing Fantasy #15 (Spider-Man's first appearance) along with Amazing Spider-Man #1-10. This volume provides a great window to explore the original and definitive origin of Spider-Man with the introduction of his supporting cast, including: Uncle Ben, Aunt May, Flash Thompson, Liz Allen, Betty Bryant, and J.J. Jameson. We also see first appearances by classic villains, such as: Chameleon, Vulture, Doc Ock, Sandman, Lizard, and Electro, along with lesser known foes such as: the Fantastic Four's Doctor Doom, the Terrible Tinkerer, the Living Brain, and the Enforcers. Spider-Man also runs into some allies, with the Human Torch making multiple guest appearances as the webslinger's teenage foil.

Overall, the strength of these stories is Stan Lee's revolutionary concept in re-defining the traditional characteristics of a superhero. Unlike the morally perfect, father-figures that had dominated comic book pages for decades, Peter Parker was a socially awkward teenager who reflected his youth-oriented readers. Reading these early comics, we witness what is to become the trademark of Peter Parker's life: problems. From girl issues to money woes to his physically feeble Aunt May, it is Peter's personal life that remains the emotional core of his stories. While other heroes have the ability to retreat into their secret-identity, Peter's personal life is only more complicated by his newly earned powers and responsibilities. It is this aspect that made Spider-Man the most relatable superhero. Steve Ditko equally contributes to the success of the wallcrawler by making Spider-Man's world stand out with unique visuals, quirky costumes, and greatly depicted battles, particularly the classic showdown with Doctor Octopus.

Like all older comics, there is some dated dialogue that doesn't translate well into the vocabulary of the 21st century. There also is a tendency for Spider-Man and his villains to verbally narrate every action they engage in. However, the joyful and emotionally compelling nature of these stories diminishes these flaws entirely. This is a must have for any old or new Spider-Man fan!

What a Comic book collection should be!.......2007-02-03

That's what I call a great comic book collection! It just covers the earlier adventures of the Amazing Spider-man (#1-10 plus Amazing Fantasy #15) and the episodes'arts and scripts may not be as entertaining as some on the further issuses but still this collection remains a classic of its genre and is functional to the full understanding of the super-hero character Spider-Man.

Modern Mythology in the Making.......2006-10-29

For people who love comic books this is a nice thing to have. See how the Amazing Stan Lee started out his most popular creation. This book begins with Amazing Fantasy # 15 where Spiderman made his first ever appearance then goes on to present Amazing Spiderman # 1 - # 10. It includes Spidermans origin and goes on into battle with some of Spideys' most enduring enemies from Doctor Octopus to the Lizard, to Electro, Dr Doom and the Sandman. Spiderman even battles the Fantastic Four. The book even includes a small introduction by Stan Lee. The Marvel Masterworks series sits really well on the bookshelf next to the DC Archives sets. Collect books from both publishers and build a nice library of Superhero Mythologies.

In the beginning..........2006-08-20

There isn't much about Spider-Man that the average earthling doesn't already know: nerd bitten by a radioactive spider, first appeared in Amazing Fantasy #15, lost his uncle and, oh yeah, "with great power comes great responsibility".
But there IS more to know.
In the beginning Peter couldn't catch a break with a webbed mitt. He lost his job, his girl and his self respect almost every day. Ah, high school, remember? And if that wasn't enough, he blamed himself so much for his Uncle Ben's death that he HAD to go out there and beat up Doc Ock, the Lizard and an endless array of diverse villians - even if he had a test tomorrow!
The stories are legendary but so is the art. If you have never seen the work of Steve Ditko then I envy you the new experience. His quirky characterizations just fit the mood of our arachnid misfit. It is safe to say Spidey's adventures would never have touched so many of us geeks and outcasts had he not been rendered by Mr. Ditko.
If this is new to you then enjoy. The only way it could be better would be to be in high school again - but who needs that?!

Marvel Masterworks: Amazing Spider-Man Vol 1 (ComicCraft cover) (1998)

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This time around, pay attention to the skills of Steve Ditko
Compared to DC Archives, Masterworks is disappointing
Greatest book I have ever read
With Great Stories Must Come...Great Hardcovers
Just like the title, AMAZING

Marvel Masterworks: Amazing Spider-Man Vol 1 (ComicCraft cover) (1998)
Stan Lee
Manufacturer: Marvel Entertainment Group
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0785107037

Customer Reviews:

This time around, pay attention to the skills of Steve Ditko.......2002-12-22

I started reading "The Amazing Spider-Man" with issue #62 and the appearance of Medusa (the Inhuman with the living hair). Eventually I worked my way back to the beginning, mostly through reprints of the early issues in "Marvel Tales." Once I got past the epic two-parter in issues #39-40 when the Green Goblin learned Spider-Man was really Peter Parker, I was not as impressed because the artwork for the first 38 issues was by Steve Ditko and not John Romita (Sr.). I was never really impressed by Ditko's artwork and when he left Marvel to work for Charlton comics I always thought those were pretty much the worst drawn comics around (except for the issue of "X-Men" that was Barry Smith's first work in comics). However, I have had a major change of heart. I am never going to be enamored of the way Ditko draws faces, but I have come to appreciate that the man was a master of composition in the field of comic books.

Collected within Volume 1 of the Marvel Masterworks series devoted to Spider-Man are his debut in "Amazing Fantasy" #15 and the first ten issues of "The Amazing Spider-Man." We all know about the radioactive spider, the death of Uncle Ben, and the lesson that with great power comes great responsibility. Stan Lee certainly created something completely different when he came up with a superhero whose bad luck was the only luck he had. But this time reading these issues just look at how Ditko sets up each panel, paying attention to both this compositional skills and his sense of pacing. In "Spider-Man" #8 there is a Spider-Man Surprise Extra in which "Spider-Man Tackles the Torch!" The short story is drawn by Jack Kirby and inked by Ditko. Compare it to the other stories and see how superior Ditko's layouts are. Kirby offers rather minimalist backgrounds to the action, whereas Ditko usually provides detailed backgrounds of the city or where ever the scene takes place. I know fans of Ditko point to his artwork on "Dr. Strange" as his best work, with its depiction of spells and strange dimensions, but I really think he did his finest work on "Spider-Man." However, it will not be until we get to Volume 3 of these Marvel Masterworks volumes that we get to his trilogy involving Dr. Octopus that remains one of the greatest Spidey stories.

The Terrible Tinkerer in issue #2 remains one of the comic book's biggest duds and my students found the Lizard laughable when they read these comics for class (I always had problems with issue #1 when Spidey lassoes John Jameson's space capsule), but there are mostly solid efforts in these first ten stories. Of course, the origin issue remains a classic, setting the template for the comic's entire history. Borrowing Dr. Doom from the FF for a battle is okay, but it is the original villains, especial Doc Ock that stand out. The Vulture makes two appearances, the Sandman shows up to knock some sense into our hero, and Electro's costume is over the top but his powers are semi-logical all things considered. The most important thing is that all of the elements which have defined Spider-Man for almost forty years are all established in these first eleven stories.

Compared to DC Archives, Masterworks is disappointing.......2002-06-22

I've purchased several DC Archives and the art and coloring is very sharp. In comparison, in this edition of Masterworks, the art and coloring seems to be smudged. The look and feel of the book is just not as good. These early Spider-Man stories are good from a historical perspective, but Lee and Ditko have not yet hit their stride. Battles with aliens, the "Living Brain" and Dr. Doom are not good match-ups for Spider-Man. I have all five volumes of the "Essential" series and have enjoyed those very much. Even though they are in black and white, they are cheap and a great way to relive the best years of Spider-Man.

Greatest book I have ever read.......2002-05-01

I recently Bought this book after a long search for almost 4 months. When I finnaly got to open this book I was excited to find out how and who Spiderman was going to face in the first ever issues of the amazing Spiderman. This book is so unbeleivable I have to keep reading it, I literly can not stop. Filled with the first ten issues of the Amazing Spiderman (including AF15) and all of spiderman's first enemys. If you have a chance to buy this book you should definetly pay the fee and read this outstanding book. I love the drawings of Steve Ditko.

With Great Stories Must Come...Great Hardcovers.......2002-04-28

"With great power must also come...great responsibility."-Stan Lee.
With those words, Stan Lee closed the chapter on the first story of the Amazing Spider-Man.
Spider-Man was unlike any super-hero before him. He didn't just pretend to be the wallflower like some other boy scout I could name. He was the social outcast, ostracized by his peers, rejected and alone. He was a teenager. Back then, teens were usually the sidekicks. As Peter Parker, he was the epitome of uncool.
And Spider-Man didn't become a hero out of some notion of civic duty, or revenge for a past sorrow. Instead, he was driven by guilt. The guilt of knowing that had he simply stuck out his foot and tripped a passing burglar, his Uncle Ben wouldn't be dead.
That story, and the first ten issues of Amazing Spider-Man, featuring the wall crawler in battle against deadly foes like Doctor Octopus, Doctor Doom, the Sandman, Electro, and The Chameleon, as well as guest appearances by the Fantastic Four.
The oldest and most classic stories preserved for all time here in a hardcover bookshelf edition that you can be proud to show off to anyone. THIS is what comic books are all about.

Just like the title, AMAZING.......2002-03-02

Finally, if you'd like to have the very first 11 issues of amazing Spider-Man youhave to look no further of pay thousands of dollars for orignal 60's comics, this collection presents the first issues of Spider-man. Get to know his origins, the first villians he fought and his life a super hero. Printed in high quality gloss paper, in full, glorius colour, the pencil here may not be what newest readers are used to. These are simple, straight forward drawings that are now cult classics. The text by the master himself, Stan Lee, are interesting, yet funny and direct enough. I read it really fast, I only wish they would release the next issues. This book is for readers who maybe owned the original comics back in the 60's or 70's and want to relive those moments. Great also for fans of Spidey who want to witness his origins. Definetely a must.

Marvel Masterworks Vol. 44: Amazing Spider-Man (Reprints Amazing Spider-Man #62-67, Annual #5, Spectacular Spider-Man #1-2)

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Marvel Masterworks Vol. 44: Amazing Spider-Man (Reprints Amazing Spider-Man #62-67, Annual #5, Spectacular Spider-Man #1-2)
Stan Lee
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: 0785116370

Book Description

The spiritual/healing path comes complete with its pitfalls and pratfalls, its pity parties and power trips, its puns and poetry, its problems and paradoxes. Dr. Stew experiences them all on his journey from his head to his heart, and shares them with wit and wisdom, inspiration and irreverence. This warm and honest travelogue will be an inspiration to anyone who knows their thoughts often get in the way of their dreams. Dr. Stew lives his dream inside and outside his chiropractic practice. The principles of Life are the beacon on his long, strange trip, and are the thread that holds it all together. Barely. . .

Customer Reviews:

Spontaneous Enlightenment.......2005-02-17

Dr. Bittman's book is packed full of sincerity and truth. His insight in the human existence is profound and refreshing. His thoughts on man's innate power is promising and entertaining. Dr. Bittman's unique writing style is a pleasure in itself. I feel I'm a better person for reading this book. It make's me feel allright about makeing a few mistakes and asking a few questions in my quest for truth. A modern day philosopher with a great sense of humor. I will enjoy this book many times over and over again.

Incredible book!.......2005-02-01

Dr. Stew's humor, introspection, honesty, and insights were exciting and inspirational! He has an intimate way of writing --you feel like you're hearing from a good friend. I especially appreciate how he takes you through his thought process. He doesn't just serve up his insights -- he shows you how he got there and in doing so takes you along for the ride. And what a ride! Dr. Stew's stream of consciousness and creativity are amazing and wonderful!

When I'm reading a really good book, not only can't I put it down, but I want to highlight phrases, thoughts, expressions, etc. worth remembering. Well, with this book, not only couldn't I put it down -- I highlighted practically everything!!!!

I have read this book three times! And each time different things have either caught my attention,tickled my funnybone, and/or touched my heart. It's an incredible book!

Dr. Stew tells it like it is... it's real life!.......2005-01-19

Dr. Stew Bittman, gives you real life experiences for you to better your life! I laughed... I cried... I even say, "What did he mean by that?" But through the entire book, I was learning. In between what he is living, Dr. Stew gives you short and positive, what I call "Stewisms". Yes, they are powerful bits of "trusiums" which stay with you. These "Stewisms", they change your life, because you remember them, and the next time something comes up in your life... well, there is a I felt, from the very first words, I had found a friend! And I did!
Wayne Hadley

A fun ride - filled with humor and heart.......2005-01-15

If you are looking for some personal wisdom and guidance, with a little bit of "I shouldn't take myself so seriously" mixed in, this is the book for you.
Dr. Stew Bittman has presented a heart-felt journey through his life and mind that is a refreshing look at how we can step into our higher power; and through his own experiences, he shares with us how to take the fear out of examining our own issues of self-sabotage. So... if you are ready to dive into the mind of a Wise, Loving, Silly, and Passionate Chiropractor's Healing World, I say fasten your seatbelt, it will be a fun ride!

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This rich, wide-ranging book explores Italy's national film style by relating it closely to politics and to the historicist thought of Croce, Gentile, and Gramsci. Here is a new kind of film history--a nonlinear, intertextual approach that confronts the total story of the growth of a national cinema while challenging the traditional formats of general histories and period studies. Examining Italian silent films of the fascist era through neorealism to modernist filmmaking after May 1968, Angela Dalle Vacche reveals opera and the commedia dell'arte to be the strongest influences. As she presents the whole history of Italian cinema from the standpoint of a dialectic between these two styles, she offers brilliant interpretations of individual films. The "body in the mirror" is the national self-image on the screen, which changes shape in response to historical and political context. To discover how the nation represents, understands, and recognizes this fictional "body," Dalle Vacche discusses changes in the strongest parameters of Italian cinema: allegory, spectacle, body, history, unity, and continuity. In her hands these concepts yield a wealth of insights for film scholars, art historians, political scientists, and those concerned with cultural studies in general, as well as for other educated readers interested in Italian cinema.

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Random House Crossword MegaOmnibus, Volume 2 (RH Crosswords)
United Feature Syndication
Manufacturer: Random House Puzzles & Games
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

General | Crosswords | Puzzles & Games | Entertainment | Subjects | Books
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ASIN: 0812930258
Release Date: 1998-04-20

Book Description

Massive in quantity, first-rate in quality, this is the follow-up to the hugely successful MegaOmnibus, Volume 1. Here are 300 daily-size crosswords and months of puzzle pleasure you are sure to love.

Random House Sunday Megaomnibus, Volume 2 (Stan Newman)

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Random House Sunday Megaomnibus, Volume 2 (Stan Newman)
Associated Press
Manufacturer: Random House Puzzles & Games
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 081292908X
Release Date: 1997-11-11

Book Description

The Balanced Scorecard is the leading methodology for implementing performance management systems and improving efficiency. Focusing directly on the public and not-for-profit sectors, this book helps these organizations overcome the unique challenges they face when implementing a Balanced Scorecard.

Guides government and nonprofit organizations through the implementation of a performance management system using the Balanced Scorecard.
Authors bring a wealth of implementation knowledge and experience to this book, leading to hands-on, practical guidance and tips to that ensure success.
Identifies and tackles head-on the serious obstacles unique to the world of government and nonprofits in implementing the balanced scorecard methodology.
Includes action plans to walk the reader through specific implementation challenges.

Customer Reviews:

Great discussion of what is really a side topic to Balanced Scorecards.......2006-11-10

Balanced Scorecards make lots of sense for the For-Profit world for which they were originally developed. What makes this book so good is that they have concentrated on what makes Non-Profits different and how to conceptualize how the BC works in that arena. The book is well written and easy to understand. It is a must for all non-profit execs.

Church Ministry Aid.......2006-11-10

Very helpful approach in developing a measuring tool for monitoring ministry growth and tracking to Vision.

A book for the 21st century.......2003-09-20

Niven is one of the best authors on BSC. If this administration and communications tool has been hailed as one the best new concepts in the business world, in nonprofit and government administration it can have even more impact. It is a great general introduction, but even seasoned experts will find enlightenment and a great very updated bibliography. Works very well as a textbook for nonprofit management with HBS cases.

Clear, informative and highly implementable advice.......2003-08-24

Although the Balanced Scorecard has taken over performance mangagement thinking in business, its linkages and adaptability to public and non-profit organizations has remained extremely challenging. I currently am resposible for leading planning and strategy development for a large social services provider in Canada. Being a strong proponent of Balanced Scorecard theory, I anxiously waited two months for Paul Niven's latest book to hit the shelves in hope that I could adapt the balanced scorecard approach to evaluate our organization's strategy. Long story short >> Balanced Scorecard for Government and Nonprofit Agencies was an incredible investment, and we are now on the way to better measuring and reporting on our organization's progress with the help of this book's advice, tips and proecess design steps.

Paul Niven's writing style provides a clear and informative description of the balanced scorecard approach to performance planning and measurement - and presents easy-to-follow steps for designing and implementing performance systems to monitor and evaluate the impact of nonprofit and public sector programs. I highly recommend this easy-to-read book to anyone interested in understanding how the world's leading approach to performance measurement and management can be successfully incorporated into your organization.

Good & Practical Book on Balanced Scorecard.......2003-07-07

I've read most of the literature on the Balanced Scorecard and the previous books by Norton & Kaplan and Paul Niven himself. Being a Management Consultant of 15 years, I worked with numerous for-profit and not-for-profit organizations and have the usual skepticism towards theory books. This latest book on Balanced Scorecard was easy-to-read with numerous examples from Balanced Scorecard implementations in public sector. I found the step-by-step approach to be practical and quite down-to-earth with numerous take aways for a reader interested in BSC or a performance management practitioner, like myself. The book rightly touches upon the challenges in the scorecard implementations, and offers valuable advice. If you haven't read any previous books on this subject, you can read this book alone for a good idea on what the Balanced Scorecard is all about, and how you go about its implementation.

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