Book Description
"She," is the great mythic creation of the 19th century, while "King Solomon’s Mines" and "Allan Quatermain" are surging tales of adventure, full of sensational fights, blood-curdling perils, and extraordinary escapes.
Customer Reviews:
She was even better than I remember.......2007-03-19
I remember reading about "her" when I was in my teens and I never forgot the impression that Mr. Haggard left in my mind. She was just as beautiful and yet vulnerable in the end to risk everything to go for her ideal. I love the footnotes which add believability to the story and there was so much that I had forgotten from the first read that it was even more enjoyable the second time. The mystery remains, in our time, would someone try to get back to that fountain of youth, or is it better left to keep our normal mortal coil. Enjoy!
The Granddaddy of Occult Flavored Action Adventure.......2007-01-06
If you have never read these novels--the cream of Rider Haggard's work--prepare yourself for sleepless nights, meals untasted, and a blessed relief from the stultifying dullness of modern life. Profound pulp doesn't get any better than this. All Hail H. Rider Haggard!
Indiana Jones before America was a power.......2006-08-16
I read these three novels when I was much younger (I'm now 58) and I remembered them with some fondness - this book is part of my library for that reason. When we, as a family, watched one of the Indiana Jones movies and my two boys (aged 12 and 9) were enthralled, I thought back to Rider Haggard. Perhaps one of these novels would be a good bed time reading!
I chose to reread 'King Solomon's Mines' and I did enjoy it, despite the war that fills most of the middle of the novel - it adds colour, valour and courage but doesn't really contribute to the narrative of the story. For that reason I won't read the stories to my boys, but I suspect that when they are a little older they may well explore these yarns themselves. 'King Solomon's Mines' reads very well despite the passage of years and the changes that have occurred - different views of native peoples, different views of nationalism, different views of women, different views of class......
The 'devices' used to add excitement to the story line are at least as inventive as any of the ones you find in the Indiana Jones movies. And, in fact, I think I like Alan Quartermain better than Indiana Jones - but that might just be a hangover from my British background.
Other recommendations:
'Heart of Darkness' Joseph Conrad
fun stuff.......2006-03-22
good bang for the buck, fun, lightweight, escapist reading: just right a warm day, a shady tree and a crisp apple
Fabulous pre-twentieth century adventure........2005-07-08
Prior to the twentieth century, the thought of an undiscovered civilization in Africa was still believable. These books, based on that premise, are fabulous escapist literature. Haggard milked the concept for all it was worth, and thoughts of hidden diamond mines and the existence of a mysterious female ruler fueled his novels. Escape with Haggard and imagine untouched civilizations probed by unknowing explorers.
Book Description
Following the success of A Passion for Flowers, Carolyne Roehm's seasonal notebooks have established themselves as essential resource guides for gardening and entertaining. Each notebook features recipes and menus related to the specific season and to holidays within that season, as well as gardening tips - both practical and armchair. The books are also remarkable for their stunning design, with large, color photographs which embody the themes of beauty and grace. Now, in one specially designed slipcase, all four notebooks are available as a year-round source of pleasure and information.
Customer Reviews:
Beautiful and a good read too!.......2003-08-11
Of all the Carolyne Roehm books, this set is my favorite. It had some practical gardening tips as well as the flower arrangements and recipes. If you are expecting a gardening "how to" book, this is not the one. However, the books are beautiful and I enjoyed each one. It gave me many ideas for my own home. I will never have a budget that allows me to purchase 12 dozen roses for one display, however, many of her ideas can be implemented on a smaller scale with less expensive florals. The color combinations were inspiring as well as the examples of matching floral displays to the surroundings. If you love flowers and beautiful table scapes, you will love this book.
overpriced cookbook.......2003-06-02
A seasonal cookbook with a lot of flowers. Not much design help whatsoever. Not what I wanted
Customer Reviews:
good series..........2007-03-06
This was a good series from Janette Oke. It isn't one of her best, but I still really enjoyed reading it. I would recommend it to anyone who is already a Janette Oke fan. For new readers I would suggest starting with her other series such as Love Comes Softly or the Canadian West series.
One of my favorites growing up........2005-12-01
Originally my mom introduced me to this series because she thought I would enjoy it because it was from a guys perspective. Well she was right. I cant even count how many times I read through each of the books. I could always imagine being right there with him as he told his story. Eventually I was given this book collecting all four novels and again read through it over and over again. This being the only Janette Oke series I have read I cant really base it off of the other ones. But for me it was a great way to spend a rainy day or just any other time I felt like picking up a book.
All right overall.......2002-05-14
Personally, I don't care for the way Janette Oke used the first-person style of writing, with a man as her main character. Her man just doesn't seem like a real man, mainly because he acts and thinks along the same lines as Janette's women do in her other books. Overall, it was a mistake for her to use a guy to tell the story- I think the books would have been vastly better if Janette had used a girl's perspective.
Aside from that complaint-
This story begins with the childhood of the "narrator", and goes through the boy's growing-up years on the farm. Everything is peaceful and happy. Little incidents occur here and there- his grandfather comes to live with them, he gets his first dog, etc. Finally, he becomes a man. One night he overhears the men downstairs discussing the fact that he needs to get married. He decides that yes, he should get married, so bang! he goes out and does it. Then the books tell about his married life (I liked his wife, by the way.) During his married life they go through the Depression and he winds up on a road crew far from home. All of a sudden, at the very end, everything is resolved and he gets to go home.
Generally this story is pretty good, but I've read many books by Janette Oke that are much better. Like I said, I think what messed up this series was trying to use the guy's perspective. It just isn't quite right.
Seasons Series.......2001-08-04
I am an avid fan of Janette Oke, and have read every thing she has published. This is indeed a wonderful series, with descriptive scenes and true romance. If you haven't tried this one--give it a chance-it is a beautiful story.
A book full of help.......2001-07-27
Ilove all of mrs okes books she has given me a new perception of life through her books and i would like to thank her for having such an amazing gift and sharing it with the world
Book Description
There is a longing for God in everyone. In our joys, fears, losses and hopes, our lives intersect with the One who created us and loves us. But do we always recognize that Divine Presence? The 46 short essays in this book encourage readers, whatever their beliefs, to consider the struggles of life from a spiritual perspective. First published as faith and values columns in newspapers nationwide, these essays invite the reader to ponder simple and profound issues in fresh and challenging ways. Though shaped by a Christian view of life, each essay can stimulate new thought about oneself no matter the season of faith he or she is in.
Book Description
This is an essential guide to successful gardening in containers, outside and inside the home.
Customer Reviews:
Useful gardening source for urban dwellers.......2007-08-13
Being someone who lives in the city but still enjoys seasonal flowers, I like this book because it appears to take the guess work out of what plants work well together in containers. With reasonable care as prescibed in the book, anyone can have a nice looking balcony or patio.
Pretty and inspiring.......2002-08-22
Lots of great ideas here-- interesting color and plant combinations, and a wide variety of containers. They are grouped into different categories, such as different seasons, edible plantings, even a section of kids' projects. The photos are beautiful, and the directions are very clear, with photos of each step. There's not a lot of advice on how to care for plants, the emphasis is on matching the plants to the containers.
A word of warning: If you already own a container gardening book by this author, check inside before you buy! I have seen this book with three different covers, all with different titles. "The Complete Guide to Container Gardening" (also available on Amazon) is the same book inside, but there is nothing in the item descripton to indicate this.
Product Description
Surviving the Death of an Adult Child by Dorothy Ferguson. The death of a child at any age seems a most cruel reversal of nature. This gentle book includes: helping yourself when it hurts, the grief journey, the layers of loss, other family members, the wounded spirt and kissing your own ouchies.
Customer Reviews:
Dealing with my grief..........2007-01-09
Very helpful in dealing with my grief in losing my only child. I found comfort reading the experiences of other parents who have dealth with the pain as well.
Average customer rating:
- NEXT TO LORD OF THE RINGS, ELRIC AND CONAN THIS IS FANTASY AT IT'S BEST!!!
- It seems to me, alot of people miss the point of this series.
- Great gift set
- Entertaining, but flawed.
- Dragonlance tops my list...
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The Dragonlance Chronicles/Dragons of Autumn Twilight/Dragons of Winter Night/Dragons of Spring Dawning (Collectors Edition)
Margaret Weis , and
Tracy Hickman
Manufacturer: Wizards of the Coast
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
 Hickman, Tracy | ( H ) | Authors, A-Z | Science Fiction & Fantasy | Subjects | Books
Weis, Margaret | ( W ) | Authors, A-Z | Science Fiction & Fantasy | Subjects | Books
General | Fantasy | Science Fiction & Fantasy | Subjects | Books
General | Series | Fantasy | Science Fiction & Fantasy | Subjects | Books
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Dragons of Summer Flame
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The Dark Elf Trilogy, Collector's Edition (Homeland, Exile, Sojourn)
ASIN: 0880386525 |
Book Description
This three-book set is perfect for collectors and an ideal gift for readers unfamiliar with the Dragonlance setting. The Chronicles Trilogy -- Dragons of Autumn Twilight, Dragons of Winter Night, and Dragons of Spring Dawning--are enclosed in a hard-sided slipcover case featuring the stunning cover art from the series.
Customer Reviews:
NEXT TO LORD OF THE RINGS, ELRIC AND CONAN THIS IS FANTASY AT IT'S BEST!!!.......2007-07-24
AS MENTIONED ABOVE NEXT TO LORD OF THE RINGS, ELRIC AND CONAN THIS IS FANTASY AT IT'S BEST!!! Speaking of which this should be made into a movie as soon as possible. However only with one condition that the director be one as passionate as Peter Jackson was about Lord of the Rings or Sam keith with Spiderman. The director must know and want to adhere to the essence of the book, if this is done then this will be as magnificent as the Lord of the Rings movie. THey must use a lot of special effects, no expense spared but by all means be intelligent and wise in how to get the finest effects on the screen, you will always be compared to Lord of the Rings so give them a run for the money. The cast must be well chosen, they can be little or unknown actors but must be excellent actors none the less, the costumes and the photography, the architecture all counts, nothing must be overlooked and the producers and director or directors must work closely and seamlessly together with one another and most especially with the writers. I recommend Weta workshop the same that did the special effects on Lord of the rings, Richard Taylor and his fine crew. There can be a total of 9 or even 12 films if all is successcessful, yes the soulforge trilogy, and the dragons of a summer flame trilogy as well as dragons gate can all follow suite, yet in order not to loose the audience, a strict adherence to this format must be followed and all future directors would have to consult with the first successful directors and collaborate with them and learn, enhance the techniques and methods to build on the blockbuster effect and all of these have this immense potential. The original Dragonlance trilogy is my favorite, but the Raistlin is an awesome character and can have his own movie, Storm brightblade, Tanis half-elven, the elves, this is a truly fun and incredible saga and with care, attention and love the movie can be it's equal.
Therefore I challenge you great and inspired Producers, Directors, Screen writers (who will work tightly with the Authors, unless the directors will assume this role as Peter Jackson did), and all you magnificent Actors, Photographers, set designers, sound effects technicians and all the every last part of you to come forth and bring this saga to life and then one Last thing Make the ELRIC MOVIE WITH THE SAME EXCELLENCE. I SALUTE YOU!!!
It seems to me, alot of people miss the point of this series........2007-05-01
I read the Chronicles years ago when they first came out onto bookshelves, desperate for something new to read. I quickly fell in love with this series. I've seen numerous people tear the characters apart. I won't defend them here, because everyone is entitled to their own opinions. The stories, whether written by Weiss & Hickman, or other writers of this series are well done. When I moved from Fl to Ga, I gave most of my fantasy book collection away to my nephews. They both loved this series as well. I'm buying them again to let my daughter read them. I'm glad the gift sets like this are available, as you can get the triplets at one time. They keep her occupied for a while. And while some readers may have been delighted by Kitiara killing Sturm, I was more interested by Lord Soth, a rather minor character in this series, and Raistlin who actually shows some redeeming qualities later on in other volumes. this series is good for beginners into the realm of fantasy and dragon. I found it more entertaining than Dragonriders of Pern, and to me, the characters much more vibrant. I highly recommend this series to parents with kids of the ages 12 and up who are interested in this genre. It is well worth the expense to keep them reading and entertained.
Great gift set.......2007-03-20
The product content is of corse fabulous and the vender was great. The product arived in perfect condition and ahead of schedule.
Thanks a bunch,
Dolores
Entertaining, but flawed........2007-02-18
These books were entertaining page-turners; the story wasn't completely original but it definetly made me want to keep reading. Some of the characters (such as the mysterious mage Raistlin and the annoying kender Tas) were very interesting and well-drawn; others (such as Sturm, Flint, and even Tanis at times) felt flat.
I'll start with Sturm. (Don't keep reading if you don't want any spoilers.)It was stated WAY too many times that 'honor was his life.' He was so honorable that he became boring; I was actually happy when a far more interesting character, Kitiara, killed him on top of a Tower.
Flint, I felt, was the requisite Dwarf. It is Ok for a fantasy novel to not have dwarves. Flint never really added all that much to the story, and when he died in Godshome I felt like all the characters were crying over a paper cut.
Physically, the world of Krynn had its pros and cons. The continent of Ansalon where the story takes place is in the southern hemisphere, which I found to be rather original. The cities, however, seemed by and large the same. Whether in ruins or still standing, the vast majority of all the major settlements were supposed to be breathtakingly beautiful. This got old after a while; the hardscrabble harbor of Flotsam actually stood out more in my mind than all the glorious archtecture and whatnot.
The map really irked me, mostly because it did not show where Sancrist was. The one that came with the first volume was particularly hard to decipher.
None of that bothered me nearly as much, however as the continous use of deux ex machina. The most glaring example of this is the whole 'Whoever wears the Crown rules' debacle at the end of the third volume. What is this 'Crown?' Where did it come from and why was it never mentioned before?
The ending was ridiculously open-ended. NOTHING CHANGED. Ok, so Takhisis and Paladine are back in thier respective heavens. But the dragons were still around, Raistlin's deux ex machina moment was completely unexplained, and the Gilthanas/Silvara relationship was completely forgotten. I understand there are sequels (many of them), but I felt jipped. And why were the Disks of Mishakal (sp) so important?
This being said, Dragonlance has it's strong points. The part about how mages keep forgetting spells was clever, as was the idea of kenders (they're immune to fear, they steal things, etc.) I wouldn't say these books are a must-read, but they're entertaining and I would reccomend them to any fantasy fans.
Dragonlance tops my list..........2007-02-09
I recently picked up a copy of the first book in the War of Souls series because a friend brought it into work in a box of other books. I began to read it and realized I really had to have the original books in this series. So I put it away and bought the first book in the Dragonlance Chronicles. I am completely hooked on this series now. These have got to be the best Fantasy novels I have read in a very long time. They have action, adventure, humor, romance, horror... everything you can ask for in a fantasy novel. I would give these way over a 10 if I could but I have to settle for 5 stars. I have no idea how I missed these books over the years they are fantastic... :)
Average customer rating:
- Great survey of parks, but not a source for winter hikes.
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Winter Walks and Hikes: Puget Sound (Best Hikes)
Harvey Manning , and
Ira Spring
Manufacturer: Mountaineers Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
General | Excursion Guides | Hiking & Camping | Outdoors & Nature | Subjects | Books
Washington | United States | Excursion Guides | Hiking & Camping | Outdoors & Nature | Subjects | Books
Walking | Hiking & Camping | Outdoors & Nature | Subjects | Books
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Beyond Mount Si: The Best Hikes Within 85 Miles of Seattle
ASIN: 089886822X |
Book Description
Don't let winter weather keep you indoors! This book reveals the best paths and trails for winter walks and hikes. From urban parks in Seattle and the eastside communities to the foothills and lowlands of the Nisqually River, from the Issaquah Alps to the Kitsap and Olympic Peninsulas-there are outdoor experiences waiting for you wherever you go.
Also includes special trips to the north Puget Sound area, including the boulders of Devil's Garden, and beautiful Chukanut Mountain, as well as the spectacular Mima Mounds and Black Hills Crest in the south Sound.
Customer Reviews:
Great survey of parks, but not a source for winter hikes........2006-05-04
I give this book 3 stars because it *is* a good book - just not really for winter hiking. It is filled with short - usually 3 miles or less - walks around the Seattle area. It is more or less a survey of Seattle-area parks. I enjoyed Harvey Manning's opinionated writing style as usual, but it's not the same fare as their usual 100 Hikes books.
In summary - if you're looking to enjoy Puget Sound parks - in any season - this is a great book. If you're looking for real winter hikes that involve packing a backpack, lunch, and getting in a good trek in the woods away from people - look elsewhere.
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Seasons of a Woman's Life: Autumn, Winter, Spring, Summer : Life Is a Recurring Series of Transitions
Normajean Hinders
Manufacturer: Broadman & Holman Pub
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
Developmental Psychology | Psychology & Counseling | Health, Mind & Body | Subjects | Books
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ASIN: 0805461426 |
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