A Guaranteed Annual Income: Evidence from a Social Experiment (Quantitative Studies in Social Relations)

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While income redistribution is one of the most important functions of modern governments, the world has changed greatly since this first edition of Economics of Income Redistribution was published in 1983. Pension systems and medical programs are in a state of crisis in many parts of the world and the general political mood is shifting away from income redistribution. Economics of Income Redistribution (2nd edition) brings this work up to date by discussing the economic and political aspects of income redistribution. It examines the classical moral objective of redistribution to assist the poor, as well as income transfer for pensions, education and intra-family gift giving.

Income Security and Public Assistance for Women and Children (Monograph Published Simultaneously As the Journal of Poverty , Vol 1, No 2) (Monograph Published ... As the Journal of Poverty , Vol 1, No 2)

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Income Security and Public Assistance for Women and Children (Monograph Published Simultaneously As the Journal of Poverty , Vol 1, No 2) (Monograph Published ... As the Journal of Poverty , Vol 1, No 2)

Manufacturer: Haworth Press
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Binding: Paperback

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An ounce of prevention. (Canadian approach to child poverty)(Poverty - Children): An article from: Canada and the World Backgrounder

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An ounce of prevention. (Canadian approach to child poverty)(Poverty - Children): An article from: Canada and the World Backgrounder
Helen Saravanamuttoo
Manufacturer: Taylor Publishing Consultants Ltd.
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Digital
ASIN: B00092Z090
Release Date: 2005-07-28

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This digital document is an article from Canada and the World Backgrounder, published by Taylor Publishing Consultants Ltd. on October 1, 1994. The length of the article is 1655 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: An ounce of prevention. (Canadian approach to child poverty)(Poverty - Children)
Author: Helen Saravanamuttoo
Publication: Canada and the World Backgrounder (Magazine/Journal)
Date: October 1, 1994
Publisher: Taylor Publishing Consultants Ltd.
Volume: v60 Issue: n2 Page: p19(4)

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Programs in Aid of the Poor (Policy Studies in Employment and Welfare)

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Programs in Aid of the Poor (Policy Studies in Employment and Welfare)
Sar A. Levitan
Manufacturer: The Johns Hopkins University Press
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0801840392

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In 1964, Lyndon Johnson declared an "unconditional war on poverty," launching a variety of new antipoverty programs and enhancing existing ones. This war is still being fought. But with what success? And at what cost? Incorporating new data from the 2000 census, the eighth edition of Programs in Aid of the Poor provides an up-to-date, comprehensive overview of current federal programs aimed at alleviating poverty in the United States. The authors focus on programs that offer cash support, provide goods and services to poor people, address the well-being of children and youth, prepare young people to earn above-poverty incomes, and offer adults a second chance to earn their way out of poverty. They also discuss the definition of poverty, identify who the poor are, and generalize the causes of poverty.

"To an extent," the authors find, "we have prosecuted our war against poverty the way Senator George Aiken of Vermont advised that we do in Vietnam: 'Declare victory and go home.' Yet the war against poverty has not been abandoned. Skirmishes continue, with widely fluctuating commitment."

Co-authors Garth and Stephen Mangum and Andrew Sum have also prepared a companion volume, The Persistence of Poverty in the United States, analyzing the underlying causes of poverty and its persistence in America.

Promoting Income Security as a Right (Anthem Studies in Development and Globalization)

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Promoting Income Security as a Right (Anthem Studies in Development and Globalization)

Manufacturer: Anthem Press
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1843311747

Reform of Retirement Income Policy: International and Canadian Perspectives (School of Policy Studies)

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Reform of Retirement Income Policy: International and Canadian Perspectives (School of Policy Studies)

Manufacturer: Queen's University, Office of the Vice-Princi
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Binding: Hardcover

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Safety Net Programs and Poverty Reduction: Lessons from Cross-Country Experience (Directions in Development)

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Safety Net Programs and Poverty Reduction: Lessons from Cross-Country Experience (Directions in Development)

Manufacturer: World Bank Publications
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Binding: Paperback

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Studies in the Economics of Income Maintenance

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Studies in the Economics of Income Maintenance
Otto (editor) Eckstein
Manufacturer: The Brookings Institution
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000M52F1K

Studies in the Economics of Income Maintenance (Brookings Institution. National Committee on Government Finance. Studies of Government Finance)

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Studies in the Economics of Income Maintenance (Brookings Institution. National Committee on Government Finance. Studies of Government Finance)

Manufacturer: Greenwood Press Reprint
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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This digital document is an article from Planning, published by American Planning Association on January 1, 1994. The length of the article is 444 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Regulation for Revenue: The Political Economy of Land Use Exactions. (book reviews)
Publication: Planning (Magazine/Journal)
Date: January 1, 1994
Publisher: American Planning Association
Volume: v60 Issue: n1 Page: p35(2)

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Motherhood in the Real World.......2003-07-28

"She's faster than a speeding toddler, more powerful than a teen-age temper tantrum, able to leap loads of laundry in a single bound!"

Deb DiSandro wants to change the world one laugh at a time. She is a syndicated newspaper columnists and is famous for her "motherly misadventures." Her column is called "Slightly Off" and appears in (a local newspaper) every Tuesday.

She has finally compiled a number of her famous columns into one book. These are stories mom's will relate to and can appreciate.

This book is really a collection of humorous essays. For years Deb has perfected her comedy routine, which focuses on the many stages of motherhood. I was already laughing when reading the "contents" page. I love how she calls "holidays" something quite appropriate. The first line of the Introduction had me giggling and after that, I was just laughing through the entire book.

The Contents Include:

Battles Burbs, Bottles, and Binkies - Everything from labor to teaching phonics.
Toils with Tikes, Yikes! - Surprising information on brain shrinkage during pregnancy.

Divides and Multiplies? - The author experiences the joys of reuse, reduce, and recycle.
Scores As Supersupporter - Karate and other kicking good ideas.

Prevails Over Perils with Pets - "Mom's take care of dogs."
Duels in a Duo - Commitment or Committed? She tells all.

Tackles the Teenage Years - A Tour of the Teen Brain!
Defends Time Alone - Food Channel fun and cooking blues.

Survives the Holi-daze - An interesting "Grown-Up" Christmas wish, which shows even a supermom can have a warm cuddly view of how she wants Christmas to be. Ha, ha - you have to love the holiday letter. She saved the best till last.

A comedians look at the real world of motherhood! This is truly the most creative Account of Motherhood on the SUPERMOM planet!

Definitely 20 Stars!

For Medicinal Purposes Only.......2003-04-05

Someone once said, "Laughter is the best medicine." If that's true, then I've been healed. Deb DiSandro's book "Tale of a SLIGHTLY OFF SUPERMOM" had me in stitches.
She drew me into her zanny world and helded me captive.I smiled, I chuckled, and I laughed out loud. At times the stories she shared about her family brought nostalgic thoughts of my own family, and I, like Deb, longed to hold those memories tight and never let them slip away.
Here is a book that can bring a smile to Mom, on Mother's Day, a grin from Grandma, on her birthday, or laughter to any woman, who is about to face motherhood.

Tales of a Slightly Off Supermom.......2003-03-22

Deb's adventures in child rearing make a refreshing and hilarious break in an otherwise stressful day. Her humorous way of looking at the most difficult or unpleasant aspects of living with kids is all her own. Just when you wonder how she does it, she shares moments that make it all worth while. Great for moms-to-be, Mother's Day, or anyone who has spent ten minutes with a whining two-year-old in the mall.

A real rib-tickler!!.......2003-03-12

Deb DiSandro made me laugh, and for this grandma brought back memories of my days of motherhood. In her essay, Bring Back Grandma's Beauty Shop, Deb gave me permission to take care of myself. I have been fortunate to have Deb as a writing instructor and have enjoyed her as a speaker. I could hear her voice through her words. And, as my daughter Susan in Portland, Oregon, shared, "I love Deb's book. She is hilarious and I can relate."

LOL.......2003-03-10

Deb Di Sandro's laugh out loud account of the trials of SuperMom puts her squarely in line to succeed Erma Bombeck as the poet laureate of suburbia.

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Read this one immediately1!!

Offers practical creative and career advice

FINALLY! Now I get it.

This book beats all the other "experts" put together.....!

This book beats all the other "experts" put together.....!

How to Be a Hit Songwriter: Polishing and Marketing Your Lyrics and Music
Molly-Ann Leikin
Manufacturer: Hal Leonard
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Binding: Paperback

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The Songwriters Idea Book: 40 Strategies to Excite Your Imagination, Help You Design Distinctive Songs, and Keep Your Creative Flow

ASIN: 063405001X

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You've written what you think is a great melody, what you hope is a strong lyric, and you've cut what sounds to you like a killer track. But how do you know if it's a hit? And what do you do with it if it is? Your only option is How to Be a Hit Songwriter, essential reading for advanced songwriters. Molly-Ann Leikin is the award-winning songwriter/songwriting consultant who helps good songwriters all over the world become hit songwriters. Whether your work just needs a little rewriting, polishing or some strong connections, Leikin will guide you step by step to the top of the charts. In How to Be a Hit Songwriter she offers expert advice and exercises, including "Seven Easy Steps to Writing Hit Lyrics." The book features inside information that can turn your song into a potential hit. What's more, she's interviewed music industry power players who share tips that are essential to all developing artists.

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Read this one immediately1!!.......2003-09-22

Finally! A book that really helped us! My band and I read all the other books. Went to the seminars. Paid the lawyers. But this book has opened our eyes, sharpened our pencils and got us going. Our songs are 'way stronger, and now we have a major deal on the table.
Put your egos away and listen to this lady. She knows her stuff. This book will change your life and career, too.

Offers practical creative and career advice.......2003-08-10

How To Be A Hit Songwriter: Polishing And Marketing Your Lyrics And Music offers practical creative and career advice from an Emmy-nominated songwriter Molly-Ann Leikin. From rewriting without overwriting, to coping with rejection, to meeting deadlines, to developing business smarts, and so much more, How To Be A Hit Songwriter is a definitive, down-to-earth, accessibly written, "must-read" instructional reference guide for all aspiring song writers and composers of popular music.

FINALLY! Now I get it........2003-07-07

'Been in the game for 12 years getting no place. Moved to Nashville, hang out, thought I was doing stuff right. But I kept hearing what I didn't want to hear - my songs weren't quite there. 'Been too stubborn to accept that. Then I read Leiken's book and read what all those publishers said. Okay- I'll give it another shot, doing it their way. Thanks, Mollie. Good to know you're out there

This book beats all the other "experts" put together.....!.......2003-07-04

We sent our songs to all the cheap "consultants" in the world for direction with our music career. But this book has been more helpful than all of the "experts" put together. 'Bought four copies - one for each member of my band.

This book beats all the other "experts" put together.....!.......2003-07-04

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In the first full length discussion of hyperreality, Perry provides the reader with a full length discussion of the origins of the concept, nuances of meaning and case studies of hyperrealism--from meals served in British pubs to motor-cycle gangs in downtown Tokyo. Perry engages with well known theorists of contemporary culture such as Baudrillard, Jameson, Sartre and Umberto Eco.

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First full length discussion of hyperreality. Perry provides the reader with a full length discussion of the origins of the concept, nuances of meaning and case studies of hyperrealism - European tourism, American telivision etc.

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An Enigima.......2006-09-20

People who follow the television industry closer may rate this book higher than I do. I saw Roone's funeral on C-SPAN and learned a couple of interesting things about him (he never returned phone calls), so when I saw this book at the library I thought I'd read it.

Roone Arledge was an enigima. He was a television genius, but if you read a physiological profile on him before interviewing him you might never hire him. Okay, maybe that can be said about many high level executives. Roone couldn't make decisions, didn't like commitments (didn't sign a contract for his new job as President of ABC News until three years after he took the job), hated adversial positions, and let business problems fester until he had absolutely had to intervene. Doesn't sound like the type of pro-active executive that I'd want running my business. People skills weren't Roone's strong suit either, and he claimed he had nothing to do with a business or television mess where he had been an active participant or arrange for somebody else to take the blame. Okay, a lot of managers could plead guilty to these sins if their egos would let them.

Roone also liked stars (one female correspondent referred to it as star-f****** in the figurative not literal sense), but for his own career reasons. By hiring the big name star from another network he felt that he couldn't be second guessed if the star flopped (Katie Couric?). Promote somebody within the network and that person flopped, he was afraid that he would be second guessed forever. Go the safe route not the risky route regardless of the upside. Roone also broke the industry pay scale when he first hired a correspondent Cassie Mackin (never heard of her)from NBC. The standard network correspondents was $50-$75K at the time and Roone gave Mackin $100,000. Of course, this filtered through the industry and in time the industry pay scale increased substantially. Only the correspondents, anchors, and producers liked this. This made Roone the George Steinbrenner or Ted Turner of his industry. In short I'm not sure if Roone would have been a successful in any other industry except maybe the movie industry, but he sure struck gold in TV.

The House That Roone Built: The Inside Story of ABC News.: An article from: Columbia Journalism Review

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The House That Roone Built: The Inside Story of ABC News.: An article from: Columbia Journalism Review
Neil Hickey
Manufacturer: Columbia University, Graduate School of Journalism
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Digital
ASIN: B000921GMA
Release Date: 2005-07-28

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This digital document is an article from Columbia Journalism Review, published by Columbia University, Graduate School of Journalism on May 1, 1994. The length of the article is 1420 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: The House That Roone Built: The Inside Story of ABC News.
Author: Neil Hickey
Publication: Columbia Journalism Review (Refereed)
Date: May 1, 1994
Publisher: Columbia University, Graduate School of Journalism
Volume: v33 Issue: n1 Page: p57(3)

Article Type: Book Review

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The House that Roone Built : The Inside Story of ABC News

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The House that Roone Built : The Inside Story of ABC News
Marc, Illustrated by B/W Photos Gunther
Manufacturer: Little Brown & Co (T)
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000OU0Z3S

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The House That Roone Built, the Inside Story of ABC News
Marc Gunther
Manufacturer: Little Brown and Company
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000W76JZ6

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The House That Roone Built; The Inside Story of ABC News
Marc Gunther
Manufacturer: Little, Brown & Co.
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000T4DEO6

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Add multimedia, post the family calendar, and save time with templates

Introduce your new baby, share the family tree, or plan a reunion on the Web

With families scattered all across the country, the best family gathering place is now online! With this book, you don't need to be a Web wizard to set up a cool site where everyone can meet the baby, kids can report their game scores, couples can share wedding photos, and Grandpa can continue the family genealogy.

Discover how to:

Post an online photo album for free
Register a domain name
Build Web sites from templates and graphics included on the CD
Edit images with Photoshop Elements 3
Share stories with blogs

Cross-platform CD-ROM includes

Family Tree Maker starter version
MacromediaÂ® DreamweaverÂ® MX 2004 and Contributeâ¢ trial versions
Fetch shareware, Web design templates, and more

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Nearly seven million individuals in the U.S. currently maintain their own Web sites, and family sites are becoming an increasingly popular way to share family photos, news, and history
Includes step-by-step instructions and templates for a variety of family site projects, including sites focused on new babies, weddings, family reunions and other get-togethers, kids¿ hobbies and activities, and genealogical history
The CD-ROM is loaded with pre-designed Web site templates and trial versions of popular software programs, including Photoshop Elements, Dreamweaver, Paint Shop Pro, and Family Tree Maker

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Good Information.......2007-01-11

I liked reading it. Was simple to understand. I got a lot of info. on starting a web page. The only thing is it shows you how to use a program to get a web page going but its only 2 programs so if you don't have the programs that it helps you with than don't buy this book.
The programs are Macromedia Dreamweaver MX 2004 and Microsoft FrontPage. It also helps you learn about some basics about photo editing and some graphics. I got some good use out of it. I just wish that it had the info. on my program I have. Other than that its a great book very informative about the basics of running your own web page.

practical guide for newbies and technophobes.......2005-06-29

i generally have found the for dummies series to be helpful, and this book is no exception -- you can sit down, thumb through it, and create a photo album online quickly without having to wade through any technical jargon or fluff. i'm no slouch in the web development department and even i found lots to like about this book -- it has helped me explain certain concepts and steps to my less technical family members. i'm including it with my standard baby shower package from now on (which also includes an aromatherapy relaxation candle, lip moisturizer, charmin-to-go, dove facial cleansing wipes, hand sanitizer, and other small items that new moms appreciate).

Good Way to get Started on Web Work........2005-02-24

As with the other For Dummies books, this book is intended for beginners and absolutely minimizes the jargon. At the most basic level the book provides a series of templates that can be used with a fill in the blank approach to get a site up and running quickly. Then it branches out to increasing the creativity by designing your own pages. At this level there is almost no mention of dynamic database driven sites. This is building a static web site with pictures and text. This is a book to get you started.

Most of the book is on showing you how to do things using Microsoft's Front Page. But on the CD is a trial version (30 Day limit) of Dreamweaver MX 2004. In addition, the CD includes:

Family Tree Maker
Contribute
Fetch, and
WS_FTP.

If you're a complete beginner to web design and programming, here's a good way to get started.

Keeps granny happy.......2005-02-08

If you've ever been bugged for photos from the family reunion, or wanted to show off your new kid/cat/car, this book actually makes it seem easy. I know, I know, putting up your own website has a reputation like dragging all your neighbors in and making them sit through your vacation slides used to. But this book shows you how you can still show off a little, without boring everyone to tears. Actually, you can do some pretty neat stuff, which can be really fun when your family is scattered all over, and you don't feel like running up the long-distance bills just so you can keep up on current events.

Very highly recommended.

This book answered many questions for me........2005-02-04

What a lot of helpful information, and it's written so average folks like me can understand it! My family is having fun sharing photos from our family reunion, and this book made it so much easier. Other books I've seen assume I know things I don't know. If you want to create a Web site but aren't sure how, I recommend this book.

Creating Web Pages for Kids & Parents (The Dummies Guide to Family Computing)

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A great book for any kid who is interested in making a site!
A great way to plan, design, and create web pages!

Creating Web Pages for Kids & Parents (The Dummies Guide to Family Computing)
Greg Holden
Manufacturer: John Wiley & Sons Inc (Computers)
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0764501569

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If you and your children have discovered all the information, entertainment, and interactivity the World Wide Web has to offer, you're ready to take the next step: creating your own Web pages and publishing them on the Internet. With Creating Web Pages For Kids & Parents, you find that designing a Web site is much easier than you may have thought. Parent, author, and Web publisher Greg Holden guides you and your family through all the essentials, from coding Web pages by hand to taking advantage of user-friendly authoring tools, such as Microsoft FrontPage, Adobe PageMill, and Claris Home Page. You even find out how to do the fancy stuff, such as incorporating animation and sound into your site. Plus, on the bonus CD-ROM accompanying Creating Web Pages For Kids & Parents, you get all the Internet and Web authoring software you need, including AT&T WorldNetSM Service with special versions of Microsoft Internet Explorer and Netscape Navigator; demo versions of Adobe PageMill, Claris Home Page, Web Workshop, LView Pro (for creating and editing graphic images), and plenty of ready-made Web page templates, clip art, and workbook exercises.

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A great book for any kid who is interested in making a site!.......1999-03-16

I thought this book was very good, it showed us (kids) some HTML basics, how to make a webpage with GeoCities, etc. I like how the author's niece gave a little tip at the end of each chapter. And the activities made sure you know what they're talking about. I would definitely recommend this book to any kid who wants to make a page or site.

A great way to plan, design, and create web pages!.......1998-06-15

This book is a very usful tool in creating web pages. Don't let the price scare you, its well worth it. The author describes how to plan and create web pages plainly. Almost everything you need is on the Web or on the CD. The software is great, although most is shareware. I like how kids are used as examples for the lessons. And the comments by the author's niece. The book is easy to read and very informative. Much more helpful then a regular manual. I recomend this book.

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Creating Family Web Sites For Dummies
Janine Warner
Manufacturer: NY
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000N7KQZO

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