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Best Lesbian Erotica 2004 journeys into the world of lesbian sex with uncommon, edgy stories that push lesbian lust and desire to new heights. This year’s stories are selected by award-winning author Michelle Tea, whose gritty, personal writing has earned her top accolades.
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(Stereo)typical,and therefore doesn't speak to THIS dyke.......2006-03-06
I got this as a birthday present, because I love the writing of Michelle Tea. But I didn't have high hopes for this one: Before I opened up the book I knew what to expect: lots of sadomasochism, lots of butch "bois" being dominant and femmes being submissive, and lots of "daddy/girl" (and/or "daddy/boy") stories.
Unfortunately (given the dominant dyke erotic culture of late),I am not turned on by inflicting pain on my femme lovers, by thinking myself of a "boi" instead of a tomboy (in today's dyke world, I am considered a femme despite my top role, short hair, and androgyne look just because I am not usually called 'sir' or use terms like 'bros before hoes'), or by having a "daddy?boi relationship" (a mommy/tomboy (aka dieselfemme,eyelinerbutch, glamandrogyne)relationship would be just great, but its impossible to find one, much less READ about one). In the last five or so years of dyke erotica andliterature, it's impossible to read of any powerful feminine women...anyone caring, strong, and admirable is invariably masculine-identified...and usually has their 'caring' tempered by brutality...which I find decidedly undesirable). But, then again, I'm not exactly of the current dyke zeitgeist. So most dykes probably find this collection of butch brutality and femme submission, boy-identifying and idealizing, and pain-loving absolutely wonderful (I say, pass the painkillers!) But, to quote PJ Harvey, it leaves me dry (with the exception of the wonderful Monica Lewinsky fantasy). I think someone needs to write an anthology of dyke erotica that subverts the stereotypes that femmes are submissive girly victims, butches are mean macho manly sadists, and that all sapphic girls either wish they were boys or wish they could be "swept away" (or, more correctly, "smacked away") by (albeit biologically female) boys (or, should I say, bois). As my good friend Justin (who is a gay FTM) would say, "I thought being a lesbian meant you identified as a WOMAN who loved WOMEN. If you're biologically female but aren't the former, then admit you're transgendered just like me. If you're biologically female and are the former, but aren't the latter, then admit that you are heterosexual."
Not so great!.......2004-08-07
I am a huge fan of the Lesbian Erotica series but this one is crap. The stories are not very creative, and either seem too rushed or full of extra filler crap.Plus they do not hit that point to get me aroused. Most importantly there not very interesting. Every year Best Lesbian Erotica leaves me breathless with the profound way the stories are assembled. This on is not so great, maybe the editors will get it right next year.
run-away success, AGAIN!.......2004-06-15
Wow.
I picked up my copy of BLE 2004 after finding out it had won the lambda literary award this year for erotica. I could not be happier. This is the second year this anthology has won the award... unfortunately the 2003 edition sold out before I could get a copy.
If for nothing else,this book is worth $14.95 just for the first story in it... hot, hot, hot!
Another worthy addition to any erotica collection.......2003-11-15
Firstly the cover! Stunning and hot -- something to admire, much better than last year's dreary cover.
Inside, there's a diverse collection of well-written stories. My personal tastes lean to the vanilla, so the stand out story for me was the first one, the quirky, humorous and barely-there erotic "Loved It and Set It Free" by Lisa Archer...Other personal favorites were the quietly contemplative "Breathing Water" by Bethany Harvey, the warmandatmospheric "A Tangle of Vines" by Cheyenne Blue, and another friends-into-lovers story, "Paisley Comes Back" by Kyle Walker.
It is a mark of good writing when stories that might otherwise not excite you rank high on the favorite list. There were many BDSM stories in this anthology: "Penny Laid" by Kristina Wright and "Does She Look Like a Boy" by Tara-Michelle Ziniuk were excellent, and despite my personal pecadillos, I found them as arousing as any in the anthology...
Of course, as with any anthology, there were a few stories I found mediocre, or not to my personal tastes, but they were few in this fine collection.
Diverse, sexy, intelligent, well-written (yes, definately well written and these writers are not merely excellent *erotica* writers, the majority of them are excellent *writers*, period.), entertaining,...arousing, unusual and a fixture on my bedside table. Five Stars!
A little something for everyone.......2003-11-09
This installment of BLE, as usual, has a tremendous variety of stories in all flavors, from vanilla (Bethany Harvey's sweet-but-hot "Breathing Water") to death-by-chocolate (Peggy Munson's set of short-shorts "Blowing Across America") to wild-and-crazy flavors I don't even know names for (the animal-fetish "A Bushy Tale" by Jean Roberta). Because of the wide variety, any given reader will probably find a few stories that leave them cold, but even the ones that don't turn you on are worth reading; they're interesting, engaging, and sometimes even funny.
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Mexico in Transition: Neoliberal Globalism, the State and Civil Society (Globalization and the Semi-Periphery: Impacts, Opposition, Alternatives)
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Mexico: The Struggle for Democratic Development
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This book is a rich source of evidence of what happens to the different sectors of an economy, its people, and natural resources, as neoliberal policies take hold. It covers the effects of globalization on peasants; the impact of neoliberalism on wages, trade unions, and specifically women workers; the emergence of new social movements El Barzón and the Zapatistas (EZLN); how the environment, especially biodiversity, has become a target for colonization by transnational corporations; the political issue of migration to the United States; and the complicated intersections of economic and political liberalization. It examines the specific impacts of the NAFTA Agreement. It also describes the diverse forms of resistance and challenge offered by civil society.
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This brand-new principles of microeconomics text is the most exciting new entry in years. Written by two well-known and well-respected economists, Bob Frank and Ben Bernanke, the text seeks to teach introductory students the core economic concepts-the essence of economics-without overwhelming them with details. Principles of Microeconomics presents the material in an intuitive way that avoids excessive math. The authors introduce a well-articulated short list of core principles, reinforce them by illustrating and applying each principle in several contexts, and then ask students to work exercises to see what they've learned.
The text seeks to create Economic Naturalists; that is, after reading the text, students will ask (and answer) questions about their economic environment. For example, students will see Braille dots on drive-up ATMs and ask why they're there. Peppered with such thought-provoking examples, Frank and Bernanke not only engage students, but teach them to see each feature of their economic landscape as the reflection of an implicit or explicit cost-benefit calculation.
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A Natural .......2007-06-12
This textbook is brilliant...The authors write concepts that take other authors thousands of words to explain in less than a paragraph...I have taught economics for seven years and thought I'd never buy another intro book again...This book is like a murder mystery that you can't put down...
Microeconomics is Fun Again.......2005-10-07
This book is great! Would give it a 100 stars if they had it. It breaks down all these economic concepts that you are having trouble with into simple, basic ideas that you can relate to. It uses clear, everyday examples and discusses everything in such a conversational sense, you won't even remember you are doing MicroEcon. So this may come across to some as the book being written for high schoolers ( I personally didn't feel that way and I am an MBA), but isn't the whole objective to understand the material in the most basic sense, so you can remember and apply it?
I read every chapter and skipped none.
I was privileged to be a student of Bob Frank and all I can say is, What an extraordinary talent! I am glad that I didn't place out of his class because I considered doing that in the beginning. I cried on the last day of class.
I would HIGHLY recommend this book to anyone at any level taking an introductory Microecon class.
An Intuitive Approach.......2004-08-19
This book is elementary. It is intended for high-school and first year uni students who have never had to go near anything even resembling economics before. It seeks to achieve what most texts only say they attempt to do: (a) get you to THINK like an economist, and (b) CONVINCE you that this mode of thought actually makes 'good sense'. Using various stories, real and imaginary, it certainly points the student down path (a). As to whether it does the same with (b) is a trickier question - not least, paradoxically, because of the success of (a); that is, one suspects students might start to get the feeling that they are being hood-winked - "Surely it can't be THAT simple", one can hear them say doubtfully. ...Out of the mouths of babes.
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Short stories and adventures featuring Donald Duck, Mickey Mouse, and other standard Disney characters.
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This exciting new reference offers over 12,000 entries covering all areas of the music world. Featuring the wit, opinion, and literary style of renowned editor and music critic Nicolas Slonimsky, this concise reference is a useful, educational, and entertaining resource for amateur and professional musicians, educators, students, and dedicated concert-goers around the world.
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Great info.......2000-08-01
I found that this dictionary, just from a quick glance at it in a store, was perfect for what I needed(which was both studying, and composing). It gave great information on composers, theory, and the ranges of most instruments(including ethnic instruments such as the er-hu and sitar).
Lack of pronunciation guide renders many entries worthless........1999-05-14
With all the polysyllabic terms in French, Italian and German, and the dozens of East European composers and conductors, I would like a "dictionary" of music to show me how to pronounce them. If the standard Webster's dictionary assumes I cannot pronounce c-a-t, why does their dictionary of music assume I can pronounce Dvorak, Kuijken or ripieno?
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Aftereffects of Knowledge in Modernity: Politics, Aesthetics, and Individuality
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Examines the relations among knowledge, politics, aesthetics, and individuality.
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With the second edition of Absolute Java, best-selling author Walt Savitch offers a comprehensive introduction of the java programming language. This book gives programmers the tools to master the Java language. He takes full advantage of the new Java 5.0 features and incorporates the new Scanner class. There is comprehensive coverage of generic types, including how to define classes with type parameters, collection classes done as generic classes, and linked lists done with type parameters.
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The best guide to JAVA.......2007-09-07
I learned JAVA language a coule of years ago. As I have to reuse it recently, I borrow the 2nd Edtion from a computer science guy in the school, because many people told me this is the best one. After I read through it, I decided to purchase the newest edtion. It's INDEED the best one of the JAVA guides I've ever read.
Finally! A non-baby intro book.......2007-04-07
I've tried three other Java intro books, and they either aren't well-organized or they take such a dim view of the reader's abilities that it's like reading Programming for Pre-schoolers. Absolute Java is well-structured with both breadth & depth: it doesn't ignore programming basics, but covers a much larger scope of material than other books I've tried, while still including detail about intricacies of more sophisticated aspects of the language. Uses lots of good, robust examples. Love it.
Excellent book!.......2007-02-23
It took me a couple months of my own time reading this book to prepare myself for a second round back to school. I have not programmed in almost 8 years and it was in C. I have to say that as an introductory programming book, Savitch did a superb job. You cannot get any more clear on the topics of the basics and foundations of the Java language than this. If you're just a passerby that just wants to get yourself started in Java, I recommend this book.
The book was good, and it came very fast.......2007-02-10
However, Amazon needs to find publisher that can scale down the prices on school textbook. The book was expensive!
Great book, great condition!.......2007-01-14
The book was recommended by my professor and it is extremely useful and came to me in excellent condition.
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Whether you are brand new to programming in general or coming to Java from another language, John Smiley's Learn to Program with Java offers a truly approachable tutorial designed with the beginner in mind. Covering Java syntax and essential programming concepts, this text can be used at home to simulate a semester's worth of Java study.
Like Smiley's previous titles, the salient feature of this text is the author's scenario-based presentation style. Instead of addressing the reader directly, Smiley simulates the experience of about 18 first-semester programming students facing Java for the first time. As the students develop a grade calculation project in Java (and improve it with object-oriented features later on), basic questions are raised and answered with the reader "overhearing" the author's consistently clear and patient explanation of key programming concepts.
While this approach is certainly not for those in a hurry, it can do the trick for the programming newbie. With an extensive Q&A for each step, Smiley covers most every conceivable obstacle and confusion. (The questions presented here are drawn from his extensive real-world teaching experience.)
After covering the basics of today's iterative software development cycle (a reminder to plan before you write any code), the book implements a grade-averaging program used for several departments at a hypothetical college. Smiley rehearses the discussions of the potential users of this application, as well as the students who then build it. The simple program is a good one as it allows the author to introduce basic Java syntax, as well as fundamental programming concepts (like variables and loops), without getting too bogged down in complexity.
Once the basic program has been built, Smiley introduces using objects to solve the same problem. His guide to basic object-oriented design, as well as how to code basic objects in Java, is once again clear and sensible. If the "big picture" behind using objects has eluded you, the practical presentation offered here may well help things click. By the end of the book, the final version of the program gets enhanced with support for arrays, plus a basic graphical user interface built with simple Swing components.
Most introductory programming texts try to cover everything at once, a temptation that's especially great with the rich (and complex) Java platform. The streamlined set of lessons here help make this title a good choice for Java newbies who want a patient and really approachable beginner's tutorial. --Richard Dragan
Topics covered: Introductory Java-based programming tutorial, the basics of the software design process, the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC): from analysis and design to development, implementation and maintenance; a first Java program, variables and constants, basic data types and operators, flow control and loops, custom methods, using objects (constructors, class variables and finalizers) access specifiers and instance variables, getters and setters, inheritance fundamentals, using arrays, error handling with exceptions, basic user interface design with Swing controls, event handling with listeners, adapters and events; and a case study for a grade-calculation program.
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More than 100,000 programmers owe their careers to Professor John Smiley. In this unique guide, the guru himself will teach you, in a classroom setting, how to program in Java. Learn from more than 100 questions and answers as well as real-world programming projects.
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Great book for a beginning programmer.......2005-10-07
This book is the best for a beginning programmer with no experience. It guides you through the basics and does not bore you or assume that you know C or C++ like most other Java books. I have wanted to pick up some programming for a while and John Smiley's book was the only one I have been able to read from cover to cover and get something out of. I got the electronic version at his website.
Excellent Book, Easy to Understand.......2005-04-29
I took an intro to programming course with Java at my university a few years ago. The professor was really bad (barely spoke English) and needless to say, I hardly got anything out of the class. I was feeling a little anxious about future programming classes so I picked up this book at the recommendation of a friend. I was truly impressed with it. I really liked the classlike setting in the book which made you feel like you were actually participating in a course, not just reading another programming book. The explanations are worded in everyday terms so you don't have to be a software engineer to figure out what is going on. In fact, Smiley actually goes way more in depth than most first semester Java courses, yet presents the information so well that you don't even notice how much you are learning. This is probably the best book I have seen to teach yourself Java and would recommend it to anyone.
For someone with no programming experience.......2005-01-30
If you have no programming experience and want to learn the mindset of writing computer programs using java, then buy this book. Otherwise, pass this by for another Java intro.
Falls Apart.......2004-10-10
I've owned this book and after a few years the pages of the book fall out. This makes the book useless as a reference book. I've had the same problem with Tab books and Sams books. I keep my copy of "Teach Yourself Java1.2 in 21 Days" with rubber bands to keep the pages in. I think that it's time for the Japanese to make their appearence into the book industry. Beware of Osborne, Tab and Sams books.
The best book I've seen for Java learning.......2004-06-03
I just want to thank John Smiley for writing the book "Learn to Program with Java"!
It's great, and a fantastic way of getting the subject over that doesn't leave you thinking "...but how did you make that leap??" or "...where did that come from?" and the classroom format I find really useful as it has a more 'real world' feel and the author has obviously heard all these questions from his students. I've not yet come up with one that hasn't already been discussed in the book!
I have 4 or 5 books or other 'learning aids' for Java and none have them have enabled me to really get to grips with, let alone get enthusiatic about, Java! (or any other programming language for that matter!!)
I'm not a programmer by profession (I'm a mechanical engineer) but I have long wanted to learn. I find the subject fascinating but until now have found it almost inpenetrable with too much jargon and 'geek-talk' in those books I have tried.
I haven't yet finished the book/course, but progress is good and I wanted to tell all potential purchasers that John Smiley managed to open a window that has so far remained firmly closed. I would be happy to recommend this book to anyone who asks, and will do so whenever I get the chance!!
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Computers are so much a part of our daily lives that many of us take them for granted. You turn on your PC, connect to the Internet and check your stocks, your e-mail, or the weather report, write a note to Grandma, or relax for half an hour by shooting make-believe lasers at make-believe aliens. But if you ever wonder “how do they make a computer do that?” then you may be a candidate for Beginning Programming with Java™ For Dummies
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If you’re ready to take the plunge into programming, Java is a wonderful place to start.
You can write Java code for any operating system. A cool device called the Java Virtual Machine (JVM) will translate your code so it can be understood by your Windows system, your neighbor’s Mac, or your nerdy cousin’s Unix box. Java is a good place to begin learning programming. And not only can programming be fun, it can also be a lucrative career.
Author Barry Burd breaks down Java programming into fun and manageable bites – or bytes. He walks you through downloading and setting up the Java compiler, JVM, and Java API, and then away you go! You’ll be able to
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- Create loops, use arrays, and program with objects and classes
- Translate the mysteries of some common error messages – and fix the problems they reveal
Once you discover the joys of Java programming, you just might find you’re hooked. You’ll be able to make that machine do your bidding, at least some of the time. You may find yourself thinking of programming like a game of strategy, in which it’s up to you to find the secret passageway, decipher the magic words, and save the princess. Sound like fun? Here’s the place to start.
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Good for absolute noobs, but not in depth..........2007-09-09
If you know nothing about programming, this book is pretty much for you. It discusses the most basic elements of the Java programming language, with good coverage of syntax and keywords. However, it simply doesn't go into great enough depth about everything. If it's for beginners, it ought to explain all the nuances of Java (what is public static void for), and cover the things most people would take for granted in depth. Overall, a good read for a beginner programmer, though!
Excellent book for learning JAVA.. The best java book for begineers. .......2007-07-26
I liked the author and his methodology right from the start of the book. His lighter and funny way to explain not only makes reading interesting but it helps you to understand the content better and faster.
I did not know Java before reading and now after reading the book, i KNOW Java, i did not Master Java (the book is not for a person to master) but i learnt a lot. The book would definitely do what its intended to do.. It'll teach you Java, if it sounds greek to you.
Highly Recomended.
Excellent for Self Motivated Learners........2007-06-27
I love this book, it has a lot of hands on practical experience. Not like most books where you just read about doing something without actually doing it. This book teaches you entry level hands on Java Programming in real time and as you read along, you actually have to have JCreator open while reading and practicing the basics of Java, it makes for a good solid foundation for later Programming Languages.
Great and Fun Intro to Programming.......2007-06-13
If you're looking for a basic intro to programming and want to learn a little Java, than this is the perfect book for you. I really enjoyed reading it because the author has such an awesome sense of humor. But, if you really want to learn Java in-depth and have no programming experience at all than I recommend this book along with another more detailed book about Java. After I read this book I read Just Java 2 to get more into Java. Otherwise, this book was really fun to read and accomplishes its goal of a basic intro to programming.
Great book if you're completely new to programming........2007-02-22
The author is a great teacher, does an excellent job teaching absolute beginners basic programming concepts and how these concepts relate to Java.
If you have had some/any previous programming learning experience than you might find this book will go too slow for you. However, if you really don't understand basic programming concepts than this book will explain them.
I recommend this book for absolute beginners in programming, not just beginners in Java but any programming. A very good start for someone who has never created or seen a program before.
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This book is for anyone who knows C, Fortran, Cobol, Pascal or Visual Basic and wants to quickly learn Java.
When trying to learn a new programming language like Java you will often say to yourself "Gee, I know how to do that in Pascal", or whatever language you are currently fluent in, "but I wish I knew how to do that in Java". This book is an answer to that wish. If you know how to accomplish a task in knows C, Fortran, Cobol, Pascal or Visual Basic you can look that construct up in the book, and study the solution until you understand the way it works; then, look to the right to find the equivalent construct in Java. By comparing the two and studying any notes that may be included, you should be able to make any changes necessary to adapt the construct to your particular needs.
The book is setup like a dictionary but is much more than a dictionary. Like a dictionary it helps you with the translation of words (syntax), in addition, it also tells you how you build "sentences" in various programming languages.
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Learn Java no, Translate Code Yes.......2000-07-20
I found this book an interesting attempt to teach the Java language to those developers who know C, COBOL, Fortran, Pascal, and Visual Basic.
With little text to explain anything, what you find is a guide that shows how to do 50 things in six different languages. So, if you are trying to go from say COBOL or FORTRAN to Java, 80% of the book is of no use, as that percent of the book shows you how to do things in the "other" languages.
While I can't vouch for the code in the languages other than Java, the Java code looks to be well written and correct. You'll find examples of doing things like getting the date, working with math functions, or dealing with arrays.
The way I see the book is if you are trying to translate code from another language, this book would help as a guide. If you don't know Java, you'll pick up some syntax but you'll need to get another book if your overall goal is to learn how to program in Java.
The CD is full of some nice things, but you can pick them up for free off the web. Its funny that if you want to learn Java, you're better off with the free copy of Thinking in Java from the CD.
Learn Java by Association with C Cobol Fortran Pascal VB.......2000-06-04
This is a good reference book. I know several of these languages and I can quickly look up the syntax in the book. In my opinion, the book is more useful as a dictionary than for learning Java as the title suggests.
Learn Java by Association with C Cobol Fortran Pascal VB.......2000-06-01
A good reference for programming languages. Also, helped me learn Java from my Pascal familiarity. I found the tools on the CD also very useful. I would recommend this book to anyone who is interested in Java.
Learn Java by Association with C Cobol Fortran Pascal Visual.......2000-05-26
I am a VB programmer who wants to learn Java. This book is nothing it claims to be. One can't learn Java using it. Basically book is just a series of code examples with almost no comments and no clear and full explanations. It might be used as a quick reference but many examples of incorrect VB code I found in the book prevent me from trusting Java code examples. I wouldn't recommend to by this book: in my opinion it's a waste of money.
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Learn to Program with JavaScript
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