The Stamp of Impulse: Abstract Expressionist Prints

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Astonishing volume

Love it

Beautiful book

The Stamp of Impulse: Abstract Expressionist Prints
David Acton
Manufacturer: Hudson Hills Press
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 1555952135

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This magnificent volume is the first comprehensive study of the influence of Abstract Expressionism on printmaking.

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Astonishing volume.......2005-09-10

While now only available in the secondary market, and rather expensive, this book is worth every penny. Lavishly illustrated, this book provides an astonishing window into the little-known world of abstract expressionist graphic works. I cannot recommend it more highly. Whatever the price you pay, I'm certain you won't be disappointed.

Love it.......2002-02-28

This is a fabulous book, very carfully thought out and nicely produced. It contains copious biographical facts on each artist, including many who are relatively unknown. It also includes some rare works, such as the only known print by Mark Rothko. I recommend it highly.

Beautiful book.......2002-02-04

Before this book (and the exhibition it reflects),who knew that the Abstract Expressionist painters worked not only in the big mural or wall-sized scale but also in prints, some very small? This is a brilliant act of scholarship that is a gift to every viewer's eye.

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Self-serving, preachy, little info

Not much of a "game", mostly "travel log"

Excellent Read!

Fantastic Insight

The "Inner Passion" of Galen Rowell

Galen Rowell's Inner Game of Outdoor Photography
Galen Rowell
Manufacturer: W. W. Norton & Company
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 039304985X

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In 66 essays based on his popular column in Outdoor Photographer, and in more than 160 color photographs, Galen Rowell shows how he transforms what he sees into vivid, memorable works of art. He clearly explains why pre-visualizing a photograph before exposing any film is one key to making an arresting image rather than a mere replica of what we see through the viewfinder. He also offers technical and practical information on topics ranging from how to pack camera gear what to leave behind when you need to travel light pushing film to extremes and when and how to use fill flash, smart flash and remote smart flash.

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Self-serving, preachy, little info.......2007-09-25

This is a book in which Rowell attempts to convince us how wonderful he is. It did more to describe how super-duper his shots were without telling us much about the thought process that went into creating those moments.

Not much of a "game", mostly "travel log".......2005-07-10

I read some of the reviews about this book present on this site and was somewhat surprised to see mostly positive ones. Maybe it is just my perception or the expectation I had after reading these reviews but before buying the book that lead to my disappointment in the book. What were my expectations...? I did expect Galen to tell me what he thinks and feels before, during, and after taking those great pictures. I did NOT expect a HOW-TO book (which it is definitely not). I expected a book about artistic approach to the outdoor photography. What I found instead was mostly a travel log. The first 2 chapters were as close to my expectation as it ever got. The author talked some about his creative approach and very little about his technical one. The rest of the book doesn't even present his "photographic philosophy". He simply talks about his travels, places he visited, people he met. All that would be great for an illustrated travel book but not for a book that was supposed to tell me about how HE came to those pictures, what (in his opinion) made those pictures great or standing out (there is some of it but so little it almost doesn't exist). The book's title has "inner game" words in it. I wanted to know what that "inner" game was before, during, and after taking EACH picture (or at least most of them). Overall - disappointing and expensive for that.

Excellent Read!.......2005-02-12

This book ignites the passion of outdoor photography. The way Galen writes makes you think you are next to him on that mountain creating the perfect shot. While he doesn't tell you how to become him, which he shouldn't, he does offer great experince to all those who wish to seek it.

Fantastic Insight.......2004-09-20

The best book I have ever purchased and I have read a lot of books. Have read this one four times in the 2 years I've had it and actually found more useful information each time. I think this is due to the fact that it seems you can only unlock in your mind the sense of what Galen is saying once you have taken something, applied it to your photography, seen a dramatic improvement and then gone back to check you haven't missed anything. It is then that the magic occurs and what appeared on first reading to be a simple statement is now laden with meaning not visible before. I expect to learn from these passages for some time to come as my photography evolves. The first half is particularly insightful and ultimately very applicable, despite first appearances.

A true look into a highly creative mind, it is a pleasure and somewhat of a privilege to take this walk with Galen.

The "Inner Passion" of Galen Rowell.......2003-05-12

If you're a serious photographer (amateur or pro) and find your interest in shooting lagging occasionally, Rowell's enthusiasm might be contagiousness enough to provide a cure. This man was passionate about photography and went to extraordinary ends to get the shots he visualized. The majority of the book deals with his philosophy of photography and how he accomplished what he did. There's also much excellent technical advice. The book's only shortcoming, from my very personal perspective (take it for what it's worth), is the undercurrent of Rowell's ample ego. Were the personal pronoun "I" deleted from the book, its page count would be reduced considerably. Nonetheless, I still strongly recommend "Inner Game" for the highly passionate and very personal account that it is - an extraordinary photographer's testimonial to a life totally devoted to the art of photography and love of nature. It makes you want to climb a mountain and take pictures!

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Recorded history is a finely-woven magic fabric of intricate lies about events predating the sixteenth century. There is not a single piece of evidence that can be reliably and independently traced back earlier than the eleventh century. This book details events that are substantiated by hard facts and logic, and validated by new astronomical research and statistical analysis of ancient sources.

Customer Reviews:

Calculations are only as good as your numbers.......2007-08-03

Yes, we can all agree that mainstream history is nearly 100% BS due to politics, economics, ego, problems with dating techniques, and various conspiracies. Agreed. But, I've been researching the distinct possibility that human history (in terms of civilizations) are much more ancient than we've been told, so coming across this book was very interesting to me. I wondered how Fomenko could be wrong (if at all) because he is very persuasive in his presentations. Then it dawned on me. If at previous times in prehistory, due to the various catastrophies that are well documented (comets, asteroids, planetary disruptions, plasma discharge, pole reversals, etc) the Earth was in a different position in relation to the sun, different tilt on its axis, different orbit, different rotation (in terms of velocity and DIRECTION), and the continents were in different positions, then would this not cause the ancients to see the sky (constellations) differently? In other words, is Fomenko making erronious assumptions about the physics of the Earth in pre-history, which then corrupt his data with regards to dating the relevant astrology? The last event to seriously disrupt our planet occured roughly 3500 years ago, according to other good researchers, so is it possible Fomenko has been confused by this? The vastly different physics of our planet in the not so distant past may explain this confusion, which is not to say the "mainstream" version of history is correct; on the contrary. I am not an expert in these fields, but wanted to see if this idea could spark discussion.

Pants on fire?.......2007-07-19

Will people ever read before spamming? Yes, Jesuits could not rewrite world history alone, they had help. Anyway, Dr Prof Acad A.Fomenko does not point to jesuits as the driving force of world wide history manipulation in published volumes 1,2,3;, actually he barely mentions the poor devils. Check it with 'Search inside' feature, please. China is rarely mentioned either, in fact, Dr Fomenko is completely eurocentric. Right, his theory contradicts all mainstream schools of history, because in their actual state they are all built on blatantly erroneus chronology. You don't need a mysterious cabal (conspiracy) to falsify history, the falsification is its modus operandi. It is inherent to history(ians) to falsify (distort) events, as it is inherent to humans to boast as it is inherent to power (authority) to legimize itself by referrring to glorious past made to its own order. Dr Prof Fomenko and team have identified scores of instances of such manipulation in Russian, European, etc.. history, and delivered valid statistical proof thereof. His own 'reconstruction' is completely another story. Forget c14 as a valid method of dating. W.Libby has initially discovered a brilliant method of INDEPENDENT dating. Too bad, c14 method has become a joke after a forced marrige with dendrochronology with consensual chronological scale inbuilt. Radiocarbon method can't stand blind tests, but is so very productive as a rubberstamp.

Accepted History & Chronology Must Be Changed. .......2007-04-09

There is no doubt that history as most know it is a sham, & institution's version of History both University & Church is fradulent & inaccurate. Everything was established with an agenda, The real "Dark Ages" are now when we have access to incredible amounts of information past authorities & more important 'common folk' didn't have but our institutions & educators are slow to evolve because of what has ignorantly & arrogantly been taught for too long. This is on many subjects not just Chronology.

For anyone to question "Why would a Mathematician have anything credible to say of History?" The answer is from Dr. Fomenko's preface in the book: "It would be worthwhile to remind the reader that in the XVI-XVII century Chronology was considered to be a subdivision of Mathematics." These volumes could possibly be some of the most important works to date & should be read by everyone with an interest in History, especially professors & educators who have a duty to the public. I have read both books & must say that 'Chronology 1' has some very eye opening & revolutionary information. Even if these volumes are part true the implications are profound & opens the doors to further investigations & questions which must be done. I speak several different lanquages & must say the logic Dr. Fomenko uses with "inflection" of words & words being read from left to right in one region & right to left in another then written backwards, the removal of vowels & get down to basics of words, or different cities & locations having the same name etc. is correct. Vowel usage has always been optional & varied, actually complicating linquistics & study. The first thing one has to understand is that words never had a fixed spelling in history like we do now, the spelling of words was mutable & regional, as well as names & titles of people were vast, varied & changed, NOTHING WAS FIXED or understood linear. Matters of Life & Death as well as financial profiteering yesterday & today were & are made with ignorant, illogical & conspiratorial views of history & reality, it's time people get closer to the Truth & society collectively grow up.

Very Interesting.......2007-03-07

It is a good proposal and I believe it will mature into something even better in the future. I think it deserves to be read.

History as Science Fiction.......2007-01-10

Anatoly Fomenko has written a very intriguing book, full of pictures, charts, and computer 'proof' of his thesis: backwards of AD900 we don't really know what happened or when. Between AD900 and AD1600 there is more certainty, but there is still a lot of fuzzy ground, and things don't get reliable until we get past the 1600's where the printing press made it very difficult for the perpetrators of this timeline manipulation to change anything that had been committed to print. The Dark Ages did not happen. Books were burned for a reason. One organization has doubled the actual length of its existence by expanding the real chronology. Read why.

I had always wondered why Christ died about AD33 and yet men waited until the 11th century to form the Knights Templar, the Cathars, etc and go after the Holy Land by force. Why the 1000 year gap? Turns out there wasn't more than a 10-12 year gap and he proves it using astronomy. This also implies that the planet is not as old as we have been told, and current Christian and other creationist scientists are already championing that idea without being aware of Fomenko's book. The two groups, creationist scientists and the Russian mathematical analysts corroborate each other. Fascinating.

Of course, all this flies in the face of what we have been told traditionally is the 'proper' chronology of western civilization, and most readers will experience 'cognitive dissonance' in reading this book. It means that our history going backwards from AD1600 becomes progressively more incorrect and unreliable until it cannot be trusted at all... in the space of 700-800 years.

Naturally, the curious, open-minded reader will want to know WHO did this, WHY, and did any of the events we think of as really ancient ever happen?
Dr. Fomenko is a respected scientist/mathematician at Moscow State University who has already answered these questions to the satisfaction of his initially skeptical colleagues. Most of them are now believers, a few still refuse to believe (the usual diehards), and of course the western press has ignored Fomenko's work -- for obvious reasons when you read the book. The ones who perpetrated this chronology ruse have a lot to answer for. They are still with us. That's why this book is a well-kept secret.

I gave the book a 4-star rating because I was unable to check out some of his claims; those I checked were as he said. But if even 1/3 of his claims are true, this punches a big hole in what we think is our history, the meaning of western civilization, our educational process (for repeating the ruse as gospel), and the trustworthiness of the organization that perpetrated this ruse, well-intentioned or not.

This book relates to current research into a Young Earth paradigm, to John Keel's discoveries about our planet, and Fr Malachi Martin's insights (in his now out-of-print books). We are indeed sheep who are manipulated and kept ignorant -- for a reason. While knowing what these men have to say may be the "booby prize" (as in: 'what can you do with this knowledge?'), it will provide interesting reading. Didn't someone say: "...and the Truth will set you free."?? For you to judge if this book contains the truth.

Blue Planet Essential Collection (Blue Planet)

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Blue Planet Essential Collection (Blue Planet)
Fantasy Flight Games , and Various
Manufacturer: Fantasy Flight Publishing
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 1589940946

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This is a collection of four Blue Planet hardcover supplements at an amazing price. Fluid Mechanics: More than just a guide to gear this source book presents detailed information on the design and capabilities of computers, genetic modifications, vehicles, robots, weapons, and more! First Colony: This source book allows you to make your colonial boomtowns vivid in every detail. Frontier Justice: Welcome to the dark side of human colonization where Mafia enforcers pray upon the weak and GEO Marshals administer justice. Natural Selection: This source book gives moderators and players alike everything they need to run and survive exciting wilderness adventures.

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This provocative book follows MGM's Gene Kelly musical Brigadoon through the worlds of 1940s Broadway theatre and 1950s Hollywood and documents the contempt the film has elicited, particularly from the Scots intelligentsia. McArthur succumbs to Brigadoon's charm, but finds no such mitigating features in Mel Gibson's 1995 blockbuster Braveheart. Tracing Braveheart's appropriation by political, touristic and sporting figures, he argues that, far from its being about Scottish history, it is primarily about Hollywood's generic forms and cinematic traditions. He looks too at the way the film distorts history and examines Braveheart's sinister appeal to the proto-fascist psyche. McArthur argues that both films have enormous resonance within Scottish culture and the Scots diaspora and, crucially, for a vast worldwide audience who may have no other knowledge of the Scots.

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A remarkable range of bright and ambitious women launched their careers while working as Playboy Bunnies. Kathryn Leigh Scott's memoir is based on over 250 interviews with former Bunnies and her own recollections of working in the New York Club while studying to be an actress.

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A Bunny's Life.......2007-05-25

The Bunny Years: The Inside Story of the Playboy Clubs and the Women Who Worked as Bunnies
I thought this book was wonderful and insightful! I've always been mesmerized by the Playboy Bunny and this book gave great insights about the Bunny Years. It was great to have the interviews from the early years all the way to when the Clubs closed and the Bunny as we knew it was over.

Hefner's Bulging Envelope Finally Burst.......2003-06-01

Left with little more than a question of the significance of the fact that the Playboy Bunny upon whom the Clubs relied for survival was able to withstand the storm of protests that were the context of the Steimem brand of feminist philosophy, it's clear that Hefner may have undermined his own success - with clubs at least - and the potential that might have been possible - under the weight of boundaries pushed too far. Where the ideal of the Bunny and the simple design which made it so popular to men and women alike were seduced into the conflict with Guccione and the Penthouse decision to "bare all" in the name of exploitive art, the envelope burst at the seams along with the integrity of the costumes that showcased their popularity into profits, crippling what was then a burgeoning industry accepted by both males and females alike into one that was far beyond its capacity to deliver in a civilized world. The fact that there were never public bars in Playboy Clubs where singles could congregate as there are in strip clubs is evidence of the fact that Playboy Clubs and Bunnies were never intended to be the solitary fascination of exploitive men, but highly trained social vehicles to stimulate the ease of social gatherings in clubs that valued the heights of glamour and glitz that often constitutes the epitome of entertainment, and their venues, for the comfort and pleasure of the customer entitled to value for the money paid. At their heyday, they provided that environment to both men and women alike in an era where males, always better paid, were always willing to celebrate their manly and gentlemanly generosity and pay the bills to be so lavishly courted, and society managed to find ways to do that, unlike today. It was also a time when women recognized the value in allowing them that courtesy without having to feel ashamed or obligated to be shown that courtesy simply because they accepted the fact that their company alone was worth it. In the "feminist-offended" world of today, the ultra-sensitivity of economic disparity has challenged the self esteem of both to a point where only unisex is honorable and worthy of recognition. The author's very astute observation of the fact that the skill and comfort attained by females in the industry had no problem keeping their femininity - AND - converting those skills into personal and professional achievements in a world of both men and women, usually that had little to do with glamour and glitz, but without having to sacrifice that in order to succeed in the world of work. In ignoring gender differences and restricting their natural expression, the opportunity for exaggerated unnatural expression was greatly accelerated in the use and proliferation of strip clubs that greatly diminish the potential of graceful distinction and convert it too often into disgraceful appreciation of female intimacy and its boundaries, leaving a wide gulf of respectable chaos in its wake that has yet to be addressed or resolved.

The Bunny Years.......2000-12-01

I thought this was a very good book. It showed so many women who have made great contributions with their lives after getting started in what was not an easy job. Waiting tables is not easy, especially in high heels.

A great book to know about the other side........2000-08-21

The Bunny Years tells wonderful stories of women looking for work and independence despite the double standards and taboos that faced them. I love the fact that these women kept their self-resepect and were able to aim for thier goal outside of the club.

Better than I expected...........2000-03-29

I bought this book after watching "A Tale of Two Bunnies" on ABC sparked my curiosity. I thought it was just going to be a bunch of ex-bunnies telling stories about the club but the book went beyond that. It managed to discuss the beginnings of the club, the evolution of the bunny costume, the training of the women who worked there, advantages of working in the club, and the kind of women that were hired. It was fascinating to see so many different races and backgrounds being sought in the 60's. Of course it had personal tales (no pun intended) along with the whole "where are they now" bit. The pictures are wonderful and at times very candid. I recommend this to anyone who wants to know the real deal behind the ears.

Tom Stoppard Plays Two: The Dissolution of Dominic Boot; 'M' Is for Moon Among Other Things; If You're Glad I'll Be Frank; Albert's Bridge; Where Are They Now?

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A mixed collection, but a must-have for Stoppard fans

Tom Stoppard Plays Two: The Dissolution of Dominic Boot; 'M' Is for Moon Among Other Things; If You're Glad I'll Be Frank; Albert's Bridge; Where Are They Now?
Tom Stoppard
Manufacturer: Faber & Faber
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0571190081

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Plays Two:
The Dissolution of Dominic Boot
'M' is for Moon Among Other Things
If You're Glad I'll Be Frank
Albert's Bridge
Where Are They Now?
Artist Descending a Staircase
The Dog It Was That Died
In the Native State

Introduced by the author, this second collection of work by Tom Stoppard contains his radio plays, written between 1964 and 1991. These plays reflect the full range of Stoppard's gifts as well as his craftsmanship and versatility. His work for radio complements (and sometimes prefigures) his work for the stage.

Included in this volume is In the Native State, which became the stage play Indian Ink.

Albert's Bridge won the Italia Prize and In the Native State won a Sony Award.

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A mixed collection, but a must-have for Stoppard fans.......2003-01-06

Let's face it; if you're looking at Volume Two of a collection, you're already a fan. This is a collection of short radio plays, mainly from early in Stoppard's career. Some are minor classics (Dominic Boot, Albert's Bridge) and others are forgettable. However, all of them show the true Stoppard spark, wit and intellect. Don't expect work of the same quality as the major plays, and you'll be happy.

Where Are You Now, Bo Diddley?: The Stars Who Made Us Rock and Where They Are Now

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Where Are You Now, Bo Diddley?: The Stars Who Made Us Rock and Where They Are Now
Edward Kiersh
Manufacturer: Doubleday
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Release Date: 1986-08-19

Where Are They Now: Surf & Spy Guitar (Instrumental Twang Guitar Classics (Where Are They Now?)

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Where Are They Now: Surf & Spy Guitar (Instrumental Twang Guitar Classics (Where Are They Now?)

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18 "Twang" Guitar Instrumental Classics: Austin's Theme, Batman Theme, Espionage, Forty Miles Of Bad Road, Hawaii Five-o, James Bond Theme, Misirlou, Mystery Tr Ain, Out Of Limits, Peter Gunn, Pink Panther Theme, Pipeline, Ramrod, Rebel Rouser, Secret Agent Man, Telstar, Tequila, Wipeout.

The Tearjerkers: Songs or Soap Operas? Guitar/Vocal With Tablature (Where Are They Now?)

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The Tearjerkers: Songs or Soap Operas? Guitar/Vocal With Tablature (Where Are They Now?)

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ASIN: 0757902456

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Twenty five classic tearjerkers. Including Honey, Stand By Your Man, Leader of the Pack, It's My Party, Wildfire, Fernando, Ruby, Don't Take Your Love to Town, Town Without Pity, Don't Take The Girl, Patches, Only the Lonely, Crying, Ode to Billie Joe, Mr. Blue and lots more. ?

Where Are They Now: The 70's (Where Are They Now?)

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Where Are They Now: The 70's (Where Are They Now?)

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Each book in the Where Are They Now? series contains over 50 songs by the artists who defined the music of the era. Plus, each book contains an essay about the times and a special "Where Are They Now?" update section on the songs and the artists. The '70s Era artists include: Jethro Tull, David Bowie, ZZ Top, Grateful Dead, Steely Dan, Fleetwood Mac, Boston, SuperTramp, Tom Petty, Styx, Three Dog Night, Al Green, The Eagles, Thin Lizzy, Joe Walsh, America, Van Morrison, Yes, Rod Stewart, and more.

The 1936 Olympic oaks: Where are they now?

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The 1936 Olympic oaks: Where are they now?
James Ross Constandt
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Artist descending a staircase, and, Where are they now?: Two plays for radio

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Artist descending a staircase, and, Where are they now?: Two plays for radio
Tom Stoppard
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Binding: Unknown Binding

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Gettysburg Then and Now : The Field of American Valor - Where and How the Regiments Fought and the Troops They Encountered, An Account of the Battle Giving Movements, Positions, and Losses of the Commands Engaged

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Gettysburg Then and Now : The Field of American Valor - Where and How the Regiments Fought and the Troops They Encountered, An Account of the Battle Giving Movements, Positions, and Losses of the Commands Engaged
John M. Vanderslice
Manufacturer: G. W. Dillingham Company
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Binding: Hardcover
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Gettysburg, then and now, the field of American valor: Where and how the regiments fought, and the troops they encountered ; an account of the battle, ... and losses of the commands engaged

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Gettysburg, then and now, the field of American valor: Where and how the regiments fought, and the troops they encountered ; an account of the battle, ... and losses of the commands engaged
John Mitchell Vanderslice
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Binding: Unknown Binding

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Master the exciting art of card magic with The Everything(r) Card Tricks Book. Featuring intriguing party tricks guaranteed to awe and entertain, this easy-to-follow guide has all you need to impress even the toughest skeptics.
Instruction progresses from basic to advanced as you learn to handle everything from simple tricks to the most slippery deceptions. Structured for all levels, this is the only reference that all ages can enjoy - with or without an audience!
Includes helpful hints on:

Engaging your audience

Shuffling and cutting

Caring for your cards

Clever card placement

Presenting with flourish
With fully illustrated step-by-step instructions, The Everything(r) Card Tricks Book is your one-stop resource to learn the electrifying art of card magic - the fast and fun way!

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Did not meet expectations.......2007-01-09

I was looking for a book of card tricks, not a book on "magic" tricks. I spent the money and now I have to suck it up.

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100 Amazing Crosswords
Thomas Joseph
Manufacturer: Sterling
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Binding: Paperback

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It’s simply amazing how much fun these crosswords are to do. With clues that range from popular culture (“Star Trek device”—11 letters) to geography (“Carnival city”—3 letters), every puzzle tests a wide range of knowledge in the most delightful way.

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Compensating the Sales Force is a uniquely jargon-free, how-to guide to all major sales compensation concepts and formulas. Using real-world examples, guru David J. Cichelli:

Helps readers select the right compensation strategy for their firm
Provides step-by-step guidance to implementing various approaches
Simplifies the mathematical formulas that are a thorn in most manager's side

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Compensating the Sales Force is a uniquely jargon-free, how-to guide to all major sales compensation concepts and formulas.

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Nothing new.......2004-08-11

Very basic, beginning book to sales for compensation. Might be more appropriately entitled, "Sales comp for dummies". If you already know anything at all about sales comp, it's really not for you.

Worthless in the real world**(see edited section of review).......2004-01-01

I now understand why large corporations are confused. This book has many pages of verbiage with even more useless graphs. Perhaps corporate vice presidents who need to justify their existence can wave this book around and generate reams of computer reports to wade through while their corporate bosses walk down the halls, but as far as creating a practical working program forget it. I would like to have my money back.
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This guy David J. Cichelli just gave me a call! I will say one thing for him. He is sincere and extremely intelligent. After a warm friendly conversation he helped me with my plans. So I don't want my money back after all! In fact I definitely will be looking for him to write some industry specific books in the future. I truly wish him well.

The perfect how-to for sales incentive program designers.......2003-12-21

Keep this book among your collection of professional books. It's a no-nonsense guide that goes directly to the heart of how you design incentive programs for sales people in different jobs. David Cichelli describes, in detail, the finite number of formula mechanics used to pay incentives. He also describes when to use the mechanics, the math behind each formula, and popular variations of each mechanic. If you're looking for a book on the psychology of incentive programs, this isn't it. It is, however, a primer on specific sales incentive program types. Every HR or Comp Analyst should be familiar with these concepts - if not for your career, then for the sake of the people working in sales and the company's bottom line.

Compensating the Sales Force (A Practical Guide to Designing Winning Sales Compensation Plans)

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Compensating the Sales Force (A Practical Guide to Designing Winning Sales Compensation Plans)
David J. Cichelli
Manufacturer: McGraw-Hill
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Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000OFHDZ6

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