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- The Beauty of California Art
- The colors are perfect.
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California Impressionists
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The years around the turn of the century were a dynamic time in American art. Different and seemingly contradictory movements were evolving, and the dominant style that emerged during this period was Impressionism. Based in part on the broken brushwork and high-keyed palette of Claude Monet, it was a form especially suited to the dramatic landscape and shimmering light of California. American Impressionism grew in popularity as artists from across the nation migrated to the Golden State. There they created a remarkable style, often referred to as California plein-air painting, combining several aspects of American and European art and capturing the brilliant mix of color and light that defined California.
This book celebrates forty Impressionist painters who worked in California from 1900 through the beginning of the Great Depression. A joint effort of The Irvine Museum and the Georgia Museum of Art, it includes widely recognized California artists such as Maurice Braun and Guy Rose, less well known artists such as Mary DeNeale Morgan and Donna Schuster, and eastern painters who worked briefly in the region, such as Childe Hassam and William Merritt Chase.
The contributors' essays examine the socioeconomic forces that shaped this art movement, as well as the ways in which the art reflected California's self-cultivated image as a healthful, sun-splashed arcadia. Beautifully illustrated, with 72 full-color plates, California Impressionists recreates the vibrant splendor of a unique period in American art.
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The Beauty of California Art.......2002-02-18
This book is absolutely FANTASTIC!!!! Very pleased with it. There are 102 pages in this softcover book and many color reproductions of California Impressionists works of art to include: Wendt, Payne, Bischoff, Gamble, Rose, Hills, and many more. About 60 pages of color photos of the above listed artists and more. Chapter titles include; Impressionism's Indian Summer, From Giverny to Laguna Beach, The California Style In Perspective. The bottom line....I'm VERY happy that I bought this book and recommend it to others. Enjoy
The colors are perfect........2001-03-30
I got curious about California impressionism a few years ago when someone saw my sketchbook and pointed out that what I was doing was called "plein air" art. One of my favorite things to do is to go up into the hills over Berkeley with my sketchbook and get pastel dust all over my nose and on some paper. I poked around for quite a while to find more images of this style but felt like the images I was seeing were not the real deal. They looked a bit flat and dull.
I had the good fortune of seeing an exhibit in Oakland, California at the museum there and got hooked on the luminous colors in the paintings. I managed to view the collections in Irvine and Laguna beach. I don't recall where I got this book, but I took it with me to Laguna Beach and held the pages next to some of the originals.
This books is the only book I have seen that comes even close to reproducing the beautiful and luminous quality of this genre of painting. For me, this book is helpful for those occasions when I struggle with picking a color in one of my own works that hits the quality of light I am trying to arrive at. Plus, it is wonderful to just sit back and say, "Wow."
I will be the first to admit that I have not read the text carefully. I just skimmed it. But the color quality and selection of images merits two thumbs up, a gold star and a California sunset.
An informative guide on Impressionism in the States.......1998-11-14
When Europe and the West, including Russia were surged by new movements like Fauvism and Cubism, i thought that the spirit of Impressionism and its brevity were lost in the midst of the new trend in the art scene. Through this book i came to understand sequel story behind Impressionism when it was introduced to the States in the early 1900s. A must-read for any die-hard Impressionists out there who seeks to understand the culture and history set by the pioneering American Impressionists.
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This publication coincides with the first full-scale museum retrospective on Clark by the Pasadena Museum of California Art.
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An Excellent Catalogue for an Uneven Exhibition.......2005-11-26
Studying museum catalogues can be an entertainment in and of itself. Some blockbuster shows featuring important and controversial artists when distilled into catalogue accompaniment give no hint as to the impact of the works, the artists, or the layout of the exhibitions. Conversely, some museums, especially those involved in a traveling exhibition, create a fine volume, well designed and executed, while the centerpiece artist is not all that impressive.
The latter is the case for AN AMERICAN IMPRESSIONIST: THE ART AND LIFE OF ALSON SKINNER CLARK. Clark's life and times mirror Americana and that aspect of the writing is interesting. The problem with the topic is that Clark is a local 'hero' whose works really don't merit a retrospective as far as output is concerned. Yes, there are some nice paintings ...and there are some works better left uncurated were it not for the theme of the exhibition. Clark did not limit himself to American locales but dabbled in en plein air work in Europe and elsewhere. There is not much original thought here: Clark's style was derivative and he was but one of hundreds of painters now termed American Impressionists.
But given these observations, the catalogue makes for an enjoyable journey into a kinder time. Grady Harp. November 05
Featuring 77 color plates and 10 halftones of Clark's work.......2005-08-08
Intended as the companion artbook to a traveling exhibition, An American Impressionist: The Art And Life Of Alson Skinner Clark is the first in-depth scrutiny of the American Impressionist painter Alson Skinner Clark (1876-1949). Featuring 77 color plates and 10 halftones of Clark's work, ranging from nude figures to bustling urban centers to panoramic scenes from all over the world, An American Impressionist pairs the raw beauty and gentle imagery of the oil on canvas works with a brief discussion of Clark's life, his marriage, travels abroad, the toll World War I took upon him, his obscure retirement and the recent rediscovery of his contributions, particularly to the Impressionist tradition in California, where Clark made a name and lasting memory for himself among the local art community. Especially recommended for collectors, students, and connoisseurs of the Impressionist style.
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A comprehensive survey of Impressionist art of a generation of California artists that have until now been overlooked.
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Joseph Raphael holds an honored place in the annals of California art. Includes 73 pages of art work
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Joseph Raphael.......2005-03-17
Great book for students, collectors, dealers and art historians interested in this important artist. As one of America's foremost buyers of Joseph Raphael paintings, I highly recommend this book. www.LawrenceBeebe.com
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Plan Your Wardrobe
Chata Romano
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Dressing well is an investment in self-esteem, a message sent to the world about how strong, confident, and beautiful a woman feels. Does your wardrobe have too many mistakes--impulse buys, disappointments, clashing colors and styles? Do you have a clue what style of watch is most flattering to your hand? A highly successful fashion consultant shows how to accentuate the positive (and camouflage less attractive features) with your clothes, accessories, makeup, and hair. Put together a chic "capsule collection" of mix-and-match garments to suit any occasion. Identify the colors that make you sparkle. Do a figure analysis that will guide you to body-flattering lengths and cuts. Choose bags, shoes, scarves, and jewelry that add pizzazz, and know the absolute essentials for any collection. Whether you're trying to look professional, casual, or wildly sexy, more than 400 pictures and illustrations--including before and after images--will assure you reach your goal!
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- great artwork but that's about it
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Penguin Soup for the Soul: A Novel
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Tom Tomorrow (the pen name of Dan Perkins) won the 1998 Robert F. Kennedy Journalism Award for Cartooning, but if Bobby were alive, he'd probably be furious with him. Though Tom Tomorrow's scathingly entertaining This Modern World cartoon leans hard to the left, the entire political spectrum is its shooting gallery. He's capable of skewering Newt Gingrich, Clinton ("a spineless, amoral opportunist" depicted as a worm), Reagan, Nixon, and Vlad the Impaler in a single hilarious strip. With the longest (and arguably the wittiest) word balloons in the business and a gratuitously sarcastic cartoon penguin named Sparky, Tom Tomorrow nails them all: Alan Greenspan, Abraham Lincoln, Sam Donaldson, even Mother Teresa! ("She DID befriend such noted champions of the poor as 'Baby Doc' Duvalier and Charles Keating--the latter of whom gave her more than a million dollars in cash....") Tom Tomorrow may be the most effective liberal editorialist in America. He also pays homage to other cartoonists when appropriate: clueless young right-wingers at a college conference honoring Oliver North get depicted as the kids from The Family Circus; there's a so-so pastiche of Little Nemo in Slumberland; and the Dr. Seuss parody is a hoot. "Did you grope her in your house? Did you grope beneath her blouse?" demands Starr-I-Are. "I do not like you Starr-You-Are. I think that you have gone too far! I will not answer any more--perhaps I will go start a war!" Anyone who liked Rush Limbaugh Is a Big Fat Idiot should get this book. --Tim Appelo
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From its modest beginnings in the 'zine world, Tom Tomorrow's cartoons have steadily grown into one of the most recognizible and widely read features in the American press. Appearing regularly in U.S. News and World Report, The Nation, The New York Times, and more than one hundred other magazines and newspapers, as well as on the web on such popular sites as Salon, Tom Tomorrow's social and political satire is read by more than twenty million people weekly. Frequently cited in reader polls as one of the most popular features in papers and magazines that feature him, Tom Tomorrow has shown that he has his finger on the pulse of a disenchanted American populace-and the rare ability to infuriate many of the rest. Now, to the delight of new fans and old, Penguin Soup for the Soul brings together Sparky, the Wonder Penguin (the most acerbic, cantankerous cartoon animal in the comics business), Biff, and Betty, not to mention the entire cast of modern America-ranging from Bill Clinton and Newt Gingrich to media pundits and the entire 105th Congress. So, take a deep breath and prepare for yet another excursion into Tomorrowland. . .
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great artwork but that's about it.......2003-05-01
too radical hypocritical and thoughtless cliche in politics
Overhyped but still fun.......2000-07-21
Hey, I've bought 'em all, and enjoyed most of the strips, so consider this recommended. But here's the caveat: more than ocassionally, Tom Tommorow's strips reflect the rote knee-jerk leftism that turns-off a lot of possibly sympathetic souls. But hey, these folks were always as much against the Scoop Jackson liberals as they were the Nixons, and at least TT comes at you from the front rather than sneaking up from behind.
LYNCHED IN THE WILD WEST !.......2000-05-30
That's right pardners, I would say that this specific material is a combination of Doonsbury and Dilbert in a white trash motorcycle gang . Mr. Perkins was tarred and feathered when he was surrounded by a State REP.( true story ) He was thrown out of the Oklahoma City market by some lawyers for some of his strong ideas . The funny thing is that it was just a FREE weekly newspaper that supports the Arts community . Doesn't even have a large Circulation number.
First Rate Satire.......2000-05-10
All of Tom Tomorrow's books are great. Unlike alot of cartoonist that like to fancy themselves on the edge- Tom actually is. His cartoons are biting, timely, and go for the jugular. This guy isn't afraid to point out hypocricy, stupidity or just flat out irony wherever he finds it. You gotta love a cartoonist that gets dumped by the 'U.S. News and World Report' for being too contraversial.
Sparky may be flightless, but he's one tough bird.
Edgy & Funny.......2000-03-08
This strip is even more enjoyable in book form. Once you get going, it's tough to put down. Perkins lays it on the line in each strip without pulling punches. Enjoy!
Note: The strips are highly topical and focus around 1996-7.
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I was shocked by what I read........2007-08-29
Martin's book is full of doctrinal errors and he repeatedly manipulates scripture and takes it completely out of context. Any reader should be careful to do so with Bible in hand, looking up and reading each Biblical passage referenced in the full context in which it was written.
I was saddened by Martin's continual failure to cling to eternal Biblical truths. The fact that we are sinners saved by Grace seemed to be of much less importance to the author than his ideas about what we could do for ourselves by saying the right things. While the idea that we can "speak our future" into existence may be enticing to some, it does not stand up when tested against scripture. As I read, I repeatedly caught myself asking, "Did anyone actually check the Bible for the accuracy of ANY of this?" My guess would be that they did not.
Please look to more reputable authors who actually base their works on the Word of God. I would suggest Rick Warren's Purpose Driven Life. It was written in agreement with scripture, not by twisting scripture and pulling it out of context to make it fit. God has a plan for each of us. He reveals it in His perfect time.
Hung by the tongue.......2006-07-09
A very good read with lots of information, based on Bible teachings . A must read for any one that is in the ministry .
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Very good book I Recomend it to every body if you are looking for a change.
One piece of very valuable advice.......2006-02-21
I struggled to read the book fully since I do not believe in God and this book was all from the perspective of a God-fearing soul. But this offered some tremendous advice - the power of words that leave our mouth. In fact, one example stood out - if one is arrested in the US, the cops "recite" some sentences. Almost always that starts with "You have the right to remain SILENT. Anything you say may be used against you in the court of law....". That was a big eye-opener! As they say in management - "When in deep s**t, keep your mouth shut"! Watch what you say! Read this book! And if you are god-fearing, you will reap much more postives from this book.
Greatly Disappointed.......2006-01-21
I was hoping by the title of this book that I would find Scriptural incentive to speak words that strengthen others and build healthy relationships. Instead, what I found was more of a self-centered, "name-it, claim-it" theology. If you enjoy traditional, 70's style Charismatic literature, then this book may very well appeal to you.
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John Carpenter's Halloween, released on October 25, 1978, marked the beginning of the horror film's most colorful, controversial, and successful offshoot—the slasher film. Loved by fans and reviled by critics for its iconic psychopaths, gory special effects, brainless teenagers in peril, and more than a bit of soft-core sex, the slasher film secured its legacy as a cultural phenomenon and continues to be popular today.
This work traces the evolution of the slasher film from 1978 when it was a fledgling genre, through the early 1980s when it was one of the most profitable and prolific genres in Hollywood, on to its decline in popularity around 1986. An introduction provides a brief history of the Grand Guignol, the pre-cinema forerunner of the slasher film, films such as Psycho and The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, and cinematic trends that gave rise to the slasher film. Also explained are the slasher film's characteristics, conventions, and cinematic devices, such as the "final girl," the omnipotent killer, the relationship between sex and death, the significant date or setting, and the point-of-view of the killer. The chapters that follow are devoted to the years 1978 through 1986 and analyze significant films from each year. The Toolbox Murders, When a Stranger Calls, the Friday the 13th movies, My Bloody Valentine, The Slumber Party Massacre, Psycho II, and April Fool's Day are among those analyzed. The late 90s resurrection of slasher films, as seen in Scream and I Know What You Did Last Summer, is also explored, as well as the future direction of slasher films.
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More than an amazing reference for fans.......2004-06-23
After meeting Rockoff I picked up his book. I expected it would be filled with references that fans would appreciate. What I found was so much more, as Going to Pieces is one of the more thoroughly researched books about any film genre that I have read. Rockoff's interviews are fresh and he tracked down a lot of people whose contributions have largely gone unnoticed. What's more, Rockoff's style is unpretentious and often very, very funny. I loved this book and if you want to go beyond the films and filmmakers every other book or magazine cites, then this book if for you, too.
An entertaining and well-written Slasher-reference.......2003-09-14
Loved this book! Lots of interesting factoids about many of the stand-out Slasher-thrillers from the 70s/80s, and plenty on the ones barely seen. Rockoff knows his stuff and shares it in what was for me a nostalgic, breezy read. As others have written, I would've preferred a longer, more extensive guide with a larger number of stills, (and color would've been nice), but all-in-all
a much needed addition to any Horror-geek's library. If you love drive-in classics like 'The Burning', 'Silent Night, Deadly Night', and 'Nightmare', pick this one up.
Simply marvelous! All flaws are cosmetic! Delightful!.......2002-09-22
Upon first appearance I have to admit, I felt somewhat cheated. The book was smaller than I'd pictured it would be for a hardbound, there wasn't a dust jacket, and it looked pretty lean considering the audacity of its title. I was hopeful upon ordering but disappointed in "presentation," otherwise I would have given this book a 5-Star Rating. The reason I give this book the other four stars is because this author knows exactly what he is talking about! The thought and attention to detail are absolutely amazing: an absolutely delightful and juicy read! I'm a longtime fan of slasher films, merely for their entertainment value, of course, :0}, and have contributed to this particular genre personally on more than one occasion. Hardcore fans of the 'slasher genre' should, and will, crave this book as though it were 'the law' of the subject! Trust me, trust me, trust me, having experienced this genre firsthand, both inside and out, you will not find a better reference for this unique list of sub genre horror films! This book is the first truthful, forthright, and unbiased look at a mini-genre that was despised publicly but loved inwardly. And, despite the supposedly 'lurid' premise of its subject matter, it never strays from being 'politically correct'. A+
A Worthy Reference Guide for the Slasher Fan.......2002-09-09
This thoroughly entertaining book is a must for any fan of the horror/slasher genre. Author, Adam Rockoff, has compiled an impressive list of slasher films, both the well known and the little seen. Rockoff offers detailed information for the majority of the films he has listed in the book, including plot synopsis, behind the scenes anecdotes, quotes and stories from those involved in making the movies. The author is not afraid to offer his own opinions (both good and bad) of each film as well. The book is filled with lots of photographs as well, although curiously, none are color photos.There is even a list of films that go by multiple titles at the back of the book. This book has inspired me to search out many of the films reviewed within which I haven't yet seen. If I have a quibble (and it is a small one) it would be that in Mr. Rockoff's breakdown of each film's plot, he reveals (and quite logically so) the film's ending, possibly spoiling some of the tension for you if you haven't yet seen the film. Also of note: at 214 pages, some may feel that the book's [$$] pricetag is a bit steep. That aside, this is a great reference guide for anyone who appreciates a little blood and guts with their popcorn.
Commendable, but slight..........2002-09-06
Rockoff clearly loves the genre and his behind-the-scenes tales on such slasher faves as "Nighmare" and "Maniac" are very interesting...I just wanted more...The book barely cracks 200 pages and leaves out a host of deserving slashers (Where's Madman?The Final Terror? Hide and Go Shriek? Rockoff mentions The Burning as having spawned the most future stars of any slasher, but the Final Terror had Joe Pantoliano, Darryl Hannah, the incomparable Adrian Zmed and Rachel Ward, not too shabby!) The book is a good appetizer, but it will leave you wanting more (especially for that price...ouch!)
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- Really, it's pretty bad...
- First of all a lot of these reviews are perty lame and minimalistic
- disappointing
- Unfounded my buttox.. Soren knows his stuff ;-)
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The Rise and Fall of the Horror Film
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Really, it's pretty bad..........2006-06-26
Let me begin by saying that I have taken a class with Dr. Soren and that he is an incredible lecturer and acadaemic. HOWEVER, this book really is pretty disappointing. The title is intentionally provocative and misleading, something which Dr. Soren readily admits to in class. Furthermore, Soren admittedly hates most horror made post-1960's and sees "Fiend Without a Face" as the pinnacle of the horror genre. To his credit, Dr. Soren wears his biases openly, but if you are lookinig for a critical/theoretical examination of horror or an overview of the genre, I would suggest you look elsewhere.
First of all a lot of these reviews are perty lame and minimalistic.......2005-12-19
I don't really think the bad reviewers understand art all that much. Another thing is why would Soren need to bring up Invasion of the Body Snatchers, Day the Earth Stood Still, I Married a Monster from Outer Space? They have nothing to do with his arguement nor were they artistic master pieces. By this reviewers logic Soren shouldve thrown in Star Trek and Star Wars. Also To say that The Exorcist is one of mankinds artistic master pieces takes a lot of guts. That movie has some of the worst special effects I've ever seen! I laughed my sox off watching it. It is by no means comparable to the classic horror films of yesteryear. Second of all these people are more concerned with what he didn't metion as to what he actually did metion. Its like they just skimed the pages to find mention of their favorite movies. And because Soren didn't metion their favorites they give it a low rating and say it was terrible and just an attack on todays gore fests. When he only mentions todays gore fests in like the last chapter. His book covers a great deal more. He reviews a lot of foreign movies that had particular ties to art movements in history. Like the german expressionest movement that was a defyance against the horrible lives people had after world war 1. Germany probably hit the hardest by the great depression was pleagued with real and terrible horror when people went mad killing themselves and eachother. The movies made by german expressionists were on a different level altogether than hollywood's pathetic trash. They were art projects not money projects. He goes over lots of other art movements as well, and their influences on film. The problem with today's films is there is no major art movement propelling them. their is no major art movement anymore and this book is ment to help people appreciate old films and hopefully be encouraged to make artistic films rather than films centralized on grossing you out or scaryness factors. Its about art appreciation and not art critisism. You have to look at the bigger picture and not wether he mentioned your favorite movie or not. He had lots of films he left out that i would have been interested in reading about but they werent central towards his arguement. You cant simply review a movie based on the acting, directing, special effects, and music! Even tho that is what most reviewers do now a days. thats like reviewing a book on the amount of different words it uses or complaining if it is to difficult to understand. Movies are more than just the acting and story. This book explains what else movies need to be about. That they can be active participants in revolutionary ideas and movements like german expressionism. They dont need to be blockbuster over the top with extreme gore and blood. Too many films rely on blood and guts for their shock value and rarely create a whole world of intense suffering and pain where everything in it actors and set are dismayed and frustrated. The old slasher films from the early 90s did not acheive this. instead they just saw how many naked girls they could film while the killer or monster or whatever came in with a chain saw and started killing people. Evil dead is a comedy. To even try and begin to put it in a catagory with Alfred Hitchock and Fritz Lang is simply moronic. There were plenty of these films during the 40s and 50s as well but they werent the only films around and they certaintly werent critically aclaimed like they are now. The problem is with people like Siskel and Ebert that don't actually review films even tho they say they do. They simply say wether or not they liked it which has nothing to do with the overall goodness of a film. They are minimalist reviewers and rarely look past the meanings behind the films. Take for instance the meanings behind the types of films that come out. In the late 20s Fritz Lang warned us about dictators and their power over people in his master peice Metropolis. Then in during the great depression there was a lot of vampire and other monster like creatures where mankind had become monsters either by a bite or being brought back from the dead like a mummy or frankenstein's monster. The 30s were a time of great lawlessness full of bank robbers and mobsters. There were also a great deal of movies made for the surrelists movement that gave movies psyco killers and ideas behind psychoanalysis. Than after the atomic bomb their were lots of movies about gigantic gadzilla mosters that were the result of some radioactive thing, and the space age brought even more in with aliens and other fantastic new creatures. Alfred Hitchcok created a whole bunch of films that delt with surrilism he even worked with Salvador Dali. The 70s saw a bunch of slasher films that delt with the serious issues of fear that we had towards eachother and how we were desensitized by things like constant coverage of the vietnam war. Even now the films we see are about our culture. Movies about ghosts and spirts deal with our culture's desire to live forever. And movies about violent crime and serial killers deal with what is actually happening in our society. No one takes monster films serious anymore and we see a strange mix of things based on magic and science this again has to deal with in our culture that people are now starting to question the authority science has and how much we really know about the world. Even computers are being used in horror films now. We are afraid of them becoming smarter than us then deciding they wont need us. Movies seem to flow with mass histaria and simply change with what happens in the world. And Soren's book explains that the deep artistic meanings behind a lot of older films has been lost and that there is a vacume in the current film industry that only seeks to further destroy film. But I personally think movies have started to make a slow comeback since this was written. I dont think todays films can compare with some classic art works of the past but I would recomend this book to people that appreciate art and would like to further their appreciation and learn want these great movies were really about. But if you think of yourself as the next Siskel or Ebert this is not the book for you.
disappointing.......2005-08-22
there are many problems with this book. like most books that cover early to current times, the bulk of this book concentrates on early films. it isn't until two thirds of the way through does it cover current films. the book spends an inordinate amount of time giving almost scene by scene descriptions of the early movies (the ones soren likes, of course). it would of been more helpful just to describe the whole movie. he leaves out classic movies of alienation such as Invasion of the Body Snatchers, Day the Earth Stood Still, I Married a Monster from Outer Space, to name a few. soren spends one sentence on one of the greatest horror movies of our time, the Excorist, calling it "putrescence-spitting". talk about missing the boat. hopefully he or others will listen to the directors commentary and realize this was a well done movie and not just "shock value." of modern horror movies he talks about irrelevant films such as Snuff. how many people actually seen Snuff? soren belabors the worn out cliched "sex and violence" themes, which is too, irrelevant. how much is too much? the downfall of horror is poor scripts, horrible dialogue and my big grip, mixing humor. evil dead 2 is the only movie that worked with, yet time after time, comedy gets mixed into the shows. sorens book is employed less as a measure or critique of horror, than a justification for censorship and the whining of "disgusting cinema." check out "killing for culture" by david kerekes for a better and more thorough look at horror movies.
Unfounded my buttox.. Soren knows his stuff ;-).......2002-03-24
...The book isn't the be all end all that some claim, nor is it a horrible book. The important thing is that as a reference and a general introduction to some of the historical topics in this field it is good. As to those who claim Soren makes unfounded claims, maybe you should check his credentials. The man has both a Masters and a PhD from Harvard, and has had more prestigeous positions in art and archeology than you ever will in your lifetime. Last I checked, that makes him a bit more of an authority than some...
Not quite that good.......2000-04-20
I would agree with the last two that the first reveiwer is a bit harsh, but it isn't a very good book. As both of the reviewers are from Tucson, I would guess that they know or have Dr. Soren as a professor and feel an obligation to give his book high marks. The book is full of errors and is not particularly well written. As course notes, it may be a handy resource, In fact I suspect that this book is just a typed version of his lectures. As fun or educational reading, it's a snore.
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In this ideal book for players wishing to improve their endgame play, Grandmaster Glenn Flear explains the fundamental principles that must be mastered. Taking examples from his own games and those of other players, he shows how drawn positions can be converted into victories and lost positions saved at the last moment. It explains the important principles of every type of ending, provides an easy step-by-step guide to better endgame play, a revolutionary layout to help readers absorb the key ideas and includes a variety of test positions to enable readers to gauge their progress.
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Great bang for the buck!.......2007-03-28
Flear does a good job with the right amount of text vs notation balance. Infact he never leaves you hanging, explaining, in detail, everything. He never assumes the reader will know the next move, yet never so simple that its boring. As a 1600 player I found this book to be exactly right for me, with some review and some new. I especially like the "TIPS" and Comments about Understanding the concepts of the endgame positions, rather than remembering the moves. This book covers most everything, more so than two other endgame books I've read. I've not read it all but it appears better than Padolfini's endgame course which is probably geared more towards a 1300-1400 player. I think I paid about $4 plus shipping for this book and based on dollar paid, very pleased.
Excellent overall.......2007-01-25
This is an ideal book for an introduction to endgames. I found it hit the perfect sweet spot for me in several ways. The right balance between problems and text, the progression from simple to a bit more complex, and explanations of general principles and some calculation. Often chess books just make me laugh, with their 500 page multi-volume sets and endless variations. I don't want to be Kasparov, and who's got that sort of time. I play because it's fun, and this was a good chess book. I learned a lot, improved as a player, and enjoyed myself doing it.
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Supply chain management, both in industry and in academia, has grown rapidly over the past several years mainly due to an increase in corporate goals of reducing manufacturing costs and the savings that come from planning and managing the supply chain effectively. Most textbooks do not include models and decision support systems robust enough for industry. Designing and Managing the Supply Chain: Concepts, Strategies, and Cases, 2/e by Simchi-Levy, Kaminsky and Simchi-Levi discusses the problems, models and concepts derived from issues related to effective supply chain management. This text is suitable for both academic study and practicing professionals. While many core supply chain management issues are interrelated, the authors have tried to make each chapter as self-contained as possible so that the reader can refer directly to chapters covering topics of interest. Each chapter utilizes case studies and numerous examples. Mathematical and technical sections can be skipped without loss of continuity. The accompanying CD-ROM also provides two simulations, the Computerized Beer Game and the Risk Pool Game and a computerized tool, new to this edition, for developing and executing supply chain contracts. These packages help illustrate many of the concepts discussed.
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A good choice for a beginning text.......2006-07-06
I have this book as my text in the Business program at the University of Phoenix. I am not a supply chain manager and do not aspire to be, but it is a required course. Some of the math is a bit daunting (the phrase "using simple calculus" is an oxymoron to many) but even without knowing calculus the case studies and discussions convey the fundamentals effectively.
Visually, the book is also good, with a layout and graphic design that makes reading easier and not at all a strain on the eyes. That might not seem important when you are shopping for a text, but when you are reading the third chapter of the day sometime between supper and midnight, it will!
Outstanding Phenomenon.......2006-05-10
Words can not explain how much this book is valuable. Its pragmatic approach to supply chain is wonderful. I am sure any reader will have the same idea after reading this book. I really appreciate this great job. Special thanks to the authors.
Finally something you can read and enjoy.......2005-05-10
This book one of the rarest ocasions in SCM field when you read a book and enjoy its contents to the fullest. I agree with ine of the other reviewers that this is one of the BEST books about SCM. I highly recomend it as one of MUST have SCM books.
I needed something more concise.......2003-02-10
Good as a text book for an MBA program but I needed something concise and clear. I'll keep looking
The definitive book on supply chain management.......2003-01-17
The 1st edition of this book, authored by three leading scholars and consultants in the important, fast developing field of supply chain management, won several awards and high critical acclaim from professional associations, scholars, and managers.
The 2nd edition has addressed the few gaps in the the original edition, noticed mainly by by those who, like me, used the book to teach university level courses. Thus, in the new edition, anything complex (especially, quantitative ideas) is explained even more clearly and thoroughly than in the 1st edition. The managerial implications of research findings are spelled out even better, with more examples. Short, insightful discussion questions have been added following each chapter, and there are several new, interesting case studies in several chapters. Valuable new material has also been added, e.g., research findings and examples on how to design win-win supply chain contracts, and up-to-date material on the impact of e-commerce and information technology on supply chain management.
This book will be of value to all managers, but probably most to managers at middle and senior levels, as it provides a clear, coherent view of the entire subject while emphasizing strategic and tactical level decisions and planning. The authors have made a truly important contribution to the understanding and practice of supply chain management.
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