Quicken 98 for Macintosh (Visual QuickStart Guide)

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Why not take control of your money instead of letting it control you? For millions of registered users, Quicken is the way to do it. It's the most widely used financial management software program available.

Quicken 98 for Macintosh: Visual QuickStart Guide is the best way to get up and running with Quicken. The book focuses on creating new accounts, reports, and graphs, developing a chart of accounts, customizing Quicken, and preparing for online financial transactions. To put the basic financial tasks in context, the author covers financial planning and management, which includes tracking portfolios, evaluating and repaying loans planning for future expenses, and calculating net worth. There's even a special chapter on using Quicken at tax time.

This latest addition to Peachpit's successful Visual QuickStart Guide series is a concise, stepbystep, richly illustrated guide that helps the reader get the most out of Quicken 98 Quicken 98 for Macintosh: Visual QuickStart Guide will appeal to all levels of Quicken userswhether they use the basic or deluxe package. The only lowpriced Quicken book specifically for Macintosh users that teaches in an easy, stepbystep visual way New version of Quicken helps users make smarter financial decisions-now easier to track routine daily business, personal, and investment expenses

The Visual QuickStart Guide is the easiest way to learn Quicken fast

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Quicken 98 for Macintosh.......1999-12-29

If you are a just starting to use Quicken 98, this book may get you initally up and running, but will leave you half-way up the financial hill and out out of steam if you are looking for more sophisticated ways of using Quicken. As a new user of Quicken Deluxe 98, I found this book to be helpful with the most basic of the basics, but lacking in many of the finer points of effectively using Quicken. In the Introduction, Negrino admits that he omits sections on Budgeting (which I use a lot), moderate- to heavy-duty Investing, and the Refinance Calculator. Possibly the book was only meant for user of Quicken Basic 98 and not of Quicken Deluxe 98 (I have the latter.)

Overall, I found the Help section that came with the software considerably more valuable than Negrino's basic text on Quicken.

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An important roadmap for fundraising in today's multicultural communities

Raising money in today's diverse communities is a growing challenge for fundraisers and philanthropists, requiring thoughtful strategies, successful collaborations, and a respectful understanding of people's differences.

In this groundbreaking new book, the author examines today's four major ethnic groups-African American, Asian American, Hispanic/Latino, and Native American-in terms of their diverse histories, traditions, and motivations, and then applies this information to the proven components of successful fundraising. The result is a timely and important look at how fundraisers can use an understanding of ethnic differences to create a vibrant and balanced nonprofit center through both individual and collective efforts.

In clear, easy-to-understand language, Cultivating Diversity in Fundraising answers the following critical questions:

Who are diverse donors?
What are their charitable traditions and interests?
What fundraising methods will be successful in diverse communities?
What can fundraisers do to include more diversity in fundraising efforts?

Designed as a guide to fundraising as well as a strategic update for existing fundraisers, this book should be required reading for anyone working in today's nonprofit sector.

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This will help a lot.......2002-12-04

This book came along just in time. I want to congratulate Jancie Gow Pettey for tackling this subject and for doing it in a way that is readable and helpful. This book came to my attention just as I was accepting a new job with a nonprofit institution that serves an extremely diverse (both ethnically and economically) community. One phrase stood out to me: "Diversity means adjustment."

Summary: Get this book for your development library.

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Fundraising in a Multicultural World.......2002-01-11

In this latest publication in the AFP/Wiley Fund Development Series, author Janice Gow Pettey contends that, to be successful, fundraisers must understand diverse ethnic cultures in America. While philanthropy in America mirrors the rapid shifts in technology and culture of the 21st century, giving practices in many ethnic communities draw on ancient cultural and religious traditions. Pettey looks at four major ethnic groups, African American, Asian American, Hispanic/Latino and Native American, explores their charitable traditions, then applies this background to recommended fundraising techniques.

The book provides interesting historical perspectives on these four groups, and offers insights into specialized giving practices. Cultural pitfalls are addressed as well: how do you bring up planned giving in a Chinese community, where death may be a taboo subject? How do you measure philanthropy where much of the flow of funds is back to communities in immigrants' home lands?

Also included are demographic data from the 2000 census, as well as observations gleaned from interviews with professionals in the philanthropic sector on family, personal and cultural giving patterns within their respective cultures. (This survey is ongoing, and the author gives information in the book on how to participate.)

"Cultivating Diversity in Fundraising" is well-organized and clearly written. While giving nonprofit professionals the tools to succeed in successful fundraising among these major ethnic groups, the book also promotes a greater understanding and respect for the role of minority communities in American philanthropic life.

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Whether you hope to produce eggs and poultry meat for local sale, or simply relish the joy of eating your own freshly collected free-range eggs, this new addition gives invaluable advice on the type of poultry to choose, housing, feeding, breeding and general management.

Customer Reviews:

We're not a colony anymore.......2001-07-04

The information would be really good if it were directed at an American audience. Breed, food sources are problems since this is an English publication!

Ray Feltwell's Free-Range poultry Guide.......2000-05-22

This guide to small-scale' free-range poultry is a must for those interested in keeping poultry the natural way. The information provided is suitable for both the beginner and novice, covering a broad range of must-know information. From do-it-yourself poultry housing through to feeding, health, and breeding, Ray Feltwell has presented a thorough, educational, and enjoyable read. For a novice poultry keeper like myself, it has become a handbook. Of special mention is the indepth listing of English regulations, clubs, and organizations dealing with poultry production.

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A definitive work on the woody plants of Alaska.......2007-07-27

The second updated edition of a definitive work on the woody plants of Alaska updates an edition that has been the standard on the topic for over three decades. Any collection specializing in Alaska botany must have this: it completely revises information and provides updates on habitat and taxonomy plus offers a centerfold of color photos in addition to the black and white drawings throughout. Descriptions of leaves, twigs, bark, wood appearance, flowers, habitat and distribution make for invaluable study and reference.

Diane C. Donovan
California Bookwatch

Good general guide.......2005-06-14

This book is the only one generally available on the topic and it is, in general, an excellent book. It does a very good job of being accessable to non-experts and yet provides enough detail for serious botanists. The major criticism is that the map published with the original printing is no longer available. It is unfortunate, because it would have been an excellent resource. Another criticism is the very small maps for ranges of various plants. Aside from these points it is a good general guide. Of the many keys I have used in many different texts, the ones here are unique, combining a blend of taxonimic and non-taxonomic characteristics to make them useful and easy to follow. I was very impressed with the key for willows, which many books have a very difficult time with. The winter and summer keys were also helpful for many species. The black and white drawings are excellent and numerous. It packs a lot of information in a very small book.

A wonderful reference.......2000-06-06

This book contains a tremendous amount of information. Most of this book comprises detailed descriptions of each tree and shrub that grows in Alaska. Each write-up includes a physical description of the plant (including description of various seasonal forms), description of uses of the plant by humans and wild animals, description of the plant's range (which is illustrated on a range map for each taxon); and the names of closely-related plants. And every write-up is accompanied by an excellent, detailed black-and-white illustration of parts of the plant (most are drawn actual size). Given all of this information, I had no trouble identifying most of the trees and shrubs that I have encountered in Alaska. And I am no botanist.

Includes an introduction generally describing the vegetation zones of Alaska, and a key to identifying trees based mainly upon characteristics of their leaves. This reference is still cited in the academic literature today; and although it lacks color photographs (and plants are organized taxonomically rather than by color or other feature) I believe it would be an excellent reference for the non-expert who is interested in learning about the trees and shrubs of the arctic and sub-arctic Alaskan environments. Highly recommended!

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ALASKA TREES AND SHRUBS, AGRICULTURE HANDBOOK NO. 410

Manufacturer: U.S. Department of Agricultue, Forest Service Washington, D.C.
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ALASKA TREES AND SHRUBS: Agriculture Handbook No.410.

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ALASKA TREES AND SHRUBS : Agriculture Handbook No. 410
Leslie, Elbert Little Jr. Viereck
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Alaska Trees & Shrubs
Leslie Viereck
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Alaska trees and common shrubs (Atlas of United States trees)
Leslie A Viereck
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ALASKA TREES AND SHRUBS
Leslie & Little, Jr., Elbert L. Viereek
Manufacturer: U.S. Department Of Agriculture Forest Service
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Alaska Trees and Shrubs
Leslie Viereck
Manufacturer: Washington, D.C. : USDA, 1972
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Alaska Trees and Shrubs
Leslie A. Viereck; Elbert L. Little
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Alaska Trees and Shrubs.
Leslie A. & Elbert L. LITTLE, Jr. VIERECK
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Great Visual Guide

You will pass the guard!!!

The Best Book on Guard Passing

Great reference and instructions!

Great Study on an Important Facet of Groundfighting

Passing the Guard: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Details and Techniques: Volume 1 (Brazilian Jiu Jitsu)
Beneville Ed
Manufacturer: Grappling Arts Publications, L.L.C.
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0972109757

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The first book of its kind on the fastest growing marital art in the world, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. The book is unique in its concentration on an thorough treatment of one of the most important aspects of groundfighting, passing the guard. Visually oriented, the volume is teeming with photos and illustrations. Must be seen to be appreciated. SPO027000

Customer Reviews:

Great Visual Guide.......2007-05-22

I really like this book. It's hundreds of color pics. break down each move 1/2 step by 1/2 step and from multiple angles. You don't even need to know how to read. Just follow the pics & arrows highlighting the important grips and positioning. I use volume 2 ("the guard") a little more, but both are really great.

You will pass the guard!!!.......2007-02-08

This is a great book. Sequence of pictures are taken from two different angles to capture all the details. Tim Cartmell does a great job describing each step of the technique in simple words.
It covers most of the situations encounter when passing the guard. Will definitely boost you BJJ game.

The Best Book on Guard Passing.......2007-01-17

I'm a blue belt, and this book can definitely improve your top game a lot. No other book cover the subject with so much depth. Sometimes the pictures aren't as crystal clear as Kid Peligro's ones, and you have to get used to the unusual layout. Aside from that the book is awesome and I think intermediate bjj practitioners will get the most out of it.

Great reference and instructions!.......2006-03-19

I'll start off by mentioning the only negative I can think of or noticed:

There are quite a few typos and grammatical errors in the technique descriptions/instructions. However, they only cause a minor distraction, and not enough to warrant giving this book anything less than 5 stars. The reason for this is because all you have to do is look at the accompanying picture and the problem is solved. For example, the instructions will say, "Grab with the right hand or swing to the right" and then you look at the picture and the guy is grabbing with his left hand and swinging to the left. I'm assuming those who buy this book already practice BJJ and are only purchasing the book for reference, so it should be easy to "understand" what the typos meant to say. This, however, leads to the best part of the book.

Everything else about the book is great. The only negative I mentioned above may actually go unnoticed by some. The reason for this is that the pictures are awesome. One may be able to learn a technique just by looking at the pictures. They're that good. The flow and clarity of the pictures makes the detailed instructions seem as an optional supplement.

Another thing that this book does well is it's order. The book starts from the ground up, literally: breaking the guard on your knees, passing the guard on your knees, standing up, breaking the guard standing up, etc, etc... More importantly, whenever the opportunity is given, the authors split the techniques into alternative "finishes" depending on whether or not the opponent reacts.

If you're looking for a well written book with plenty of details for BJJ as a reference, I cannot recommend this more. It's really great to look through and see a technique and think to yourself (or scream out loud), "That's what I should have done in that last fight/roll/etc!"

I will be buying volume 2 for sure.

Great Study on an Important Facet of Groundfighting.......2005-11-03

Too many books try to cover too much in their text. This often results in poor details, a small snapshot of someone's game, or unconnected techniques that don't integrate well. It is a fantastic idea to spend an entire volume on one aspect of the game.

I'd read Cartmell's good work in "Effortless Combat Throws" and liked it a lot. I'd never heard of Beneville, though, as per most of the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu community.

However, the most important qualification is whther your information is accurate and effective. This book is exactly that.

The book opens up with imporatant details on posture and position. What it is, why you need to get there and - of course - how. This is golden information to the beginner and early intermediate, but more advanced practitioners will even find some useful info here.

Then, onto the guard passes. The passes shown are the same ones you're taught in every class. The details, though, are intricate and accurate. There are a number of options for each pass and photos aplenty, along with concise, accurate text descriptions.

The book covers more than passing and is THE text for the whole game from inside the guard. It covers posture and position, passes from the knees, passes from standing, submission attacks from inside the guard, defenses and counters to attacks and even a great section on a ttacking the turtle position.

More still, the book ends with some great drills that will help you develop the skills described in the book.

This book pioneered the contrasting coloured uniforms on the models and the blue vs white is still a great idea. The photography is great and has views from multiple angles. As said earlier, the text is concise, clear and descriptive.

It's clear that the authors know their subject and have planned this book well. Kudos to them.

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Britain's Peak District is rich in folklore and traditions which stretch back to the dawn of history, with every village and hamlet having its own miscellany of strange happenings, from tales of headless horsemen to ghostly black dogs, boggarts and screaming skulls. Journalist and folklorist David Clarke has reached beyond the old legends by collecting personal experiences of the unexplained and documents all aspects of supernatural phenomena, from haunted lead-mines to stories of mysterious big cats, poltergeists, and UFOs, using eyewitness accounts from residents and visitors.

More Curiosities of Derbyshire and the Peak District

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More Curiosities of Derbyshire and the Peak District
Frank Rodgers
Manufacturer: Derbyshire Countryside Ltd
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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