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In 1940, DC Comics created the concept of the super-team by bringing together Green Lantern, Hawkman, Wonder Woman, and many others to battle powers that threatened the entire world.
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Would you like to strike a spark in your love life? Attract wealth, or get that new job? By harnessing the unique energy of crystals, you can change your circumstances and achieve all that your heart desires. Ancient peoples believed they were gifts from the gods and their magical properties--attraction, healing, protection, enhancement, future predictions--have been recognized in almost every culture. Now let these decorative, potent treasures of the earth work for you. From ritual and revelation to renewed health and relaxation, you'll come to know and appreciate the many ways these stones can enrich your life. A Crystal Directory of up-close, intensely colorful photos shows off each crystal's unique qualities in splendorous detail. Whether tapping into the healing powers of amethyst or the casting a love spell with rose quartz, you'll become adept at manipulating them to access their awesome power.
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Good beginner book.......2007-09-28
I find the Crystal User's Handbook to be more of an introductory book to crystals and their uses. It was one of the firs crystal books I purchased when I became interested in the uses and properties of crystals.
Overall the book is divided up into sections, crystals for stress relief, relaxation, physical well-being, immune system, etc. In each section there is a basic list of stones/crystals that would be helpful.
I did find interesting in the Physical Well-Being section, it shows on figures which areas are most commonly affected due to your Zodiac sign.
The book also has a brief introduction to the chakras, and states what each chakra does or represents.
There are also sections that state which crystals help with your home, workplace, love, and protection. Also a nice little section about the different ways one can cleanse and care for their crystals.
Lastly there is a section about which crystals are beneficial to a persons' zodiac sign, a basic directory for crystals and what ailments they help, and lastly a brief Gemstone and Crystal directory.
If you are wanting a book that goes more into what exactly each crystal and gemstone are I would not recommend this book. If you are wanting a book that starts you off into learning about working with crystals and gemstones; what they can be used for, how to care for them, etc. then this book is a great start.
crystal users.......2003-03-26
a friend of mine had this book. that is why i knew i wanted it. it is a great book. it talks about crystal energies,meaning,scrying. it also touches on your aura and your chakras.lots and lots of pictures
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Good ole Wisconsin.......2007-02-10
This was an amazing book, I'm planning on buying myself a copy since checking it out from the library. The only problem I had with it is they got a few addresses wrong. The truck in the tree in Clinton, WI... They say it's visible from interstate 90. I'm not good with road names but my dad is, an 84 native of rock county says it's no where near 90. In the picture it's obvious that they went buy the house, I know these people personally and they don't mind visitors so I'm confused as to why they didn't mention the road it's on.
gift.......2007-02-06
bought this as a gift and it was LOVED!! my sis gets into stuff like this and of course we are from wi .. so she loved every page!!! great gift for people who like wierd stuff!
Weird Wisconsin.......2006-11-10
I thought it was cool. I had no idea how many places were haunted and such. I would definately buy more books of the same.
Nice and Quick.......2006-07-05
The book's outer cover had a slight tear on it, other than that it was in great shape and it was delivered very quickly!
Fantastic Book!!! First review by a native Wisconsinite.......2005-10-22
Do you like stories about strange phenomena, ghost stories, or stories that simply tingle your spine? How about stories about strange places that exist? Perhaps you are the type of person who is interested in UFO's. What about stories about interesting persons who have their own stories to share? What if I could tell you that this book is all of that and more?
Who would think of a fairly quiet place like Wisconsin as being a state full of weirdness!? Everything from UFO's and ghosts to the world's largest, well, urinal, this book covers it all.
It is very hard to put this book down once you begin to read it, and after reading it, I still find it hard to put the book down! Each story in this book is priceless, and the authors made sure that the book was very reader-friendly.
The only problem I had was that I couldn't rate this book any higher than 5 stars.
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- Will utterly fascinate Wisconsin history buffs
- A FOUR STAR BOOK!
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Haunted Wisconsin
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Haunted America
ASIN: 1931599041 |
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Grab a warm blanket to cuddle up in, turn out the lights and enjoy these unnerving tales of terror. Featuring more than 70 true tales throughout Wisconsin, this is a newly revised and expanded edition of an all-time favorite collection of stories. Containing an assortment of ghosts, apparitions and other supernatural occurrences, Wisconsin could easily be called the most haunted state in America.
Energetically retold from countless personal interviews, newspapers, archives, and other sources, these classic ghost stories still retain their original power to unsettle and surprise. The stories range from historical tales embedded in 19th century superstition to contemporary accounts of strange occurrences in modern-day homes. Most of the stories remain unexplained. Haunted Wisconsin is one chilling anthology no fan of the genre will want to be without.
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Will utterly fascinate Wisconsin history buffs.......2002-02-05
Wisconsin is best known as the Dairy State and renowned for cheese, recreation, and one of the finest state university systems in the country. What most people might not realize is that Wisconsin is also home to some of the eeriest supernatural events and strangest ghost stories sworn to be true. Indeed, Wisconsin could well be considered as one of the most haunted of the 50 states. All this is documented in newly revised and updated edition of Michael Norman and Beth Scott's Haunted Wisconsin, a classic and superbly presented compendium of true ghost stories and eye-witness accounts of supernatural occurrences. Haunted Wisconsin showcases an aspect of the Badger State that will utterly fascinate Wisconsin history buffs and students of the paranormal.
A FOUR STAR BOOK!.......1998-08-22
This is a wonderful book that deserves to be in your library of nonfiction paranormal books! Michael Norman and Beth Scott deliver a well written and well researched book. These stories will send tingles down your spine! I recommend "Haunted Heartland, Haunted America and Historic Haunted America." All of their books are great!!
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When People and Folks first appeared, William Julius Wilson called it "the most insightful book ever written on inner-city gangs" and "required reading for anyone seeking an understanding of gang activity in our large urban centers." It was also praised by Ron Huff as "a vicarious journey into the underbelly of a rustbelt city, the breeding ground of gangs-Underclass America." This gritty and poignant portrait of gang members has become a major contribution to the academic literature.
The first edition of People and Folks broke new ground, influencing a generation of researchers. This expanded edition also offers provocative new insights into race and class, challenging accepted theories with fresh data from one of the most extensive studies ever undertaken of street gangs in a single city. In particular, Hagedorn questions prevailing assumptions about gang violence, drug use, and the cultural differences between the inner-city "underclass" and the suburban middle classes. Unlike many other gang studies, he explores the nature of gender for both male and female gangs members and examines the differences between male and female gangs.
Another important aspect of People and Folks is its contribution to social science methodology. Hagedorn shows why an accurate picture of street gangs is impossible without going directly to the gangs. People and Folks is a model of "collaborative research" with present and former gang members. An influential new view of gangs emerges from the voices of the gang members themselves, who meet the questions posed by criminology with unexpected, harsh and often moving answers.
What are the reasons for the increase-and recent decrease-in violence and drug use? Do gang youth hold deviant or mainstream values? Have two decades of deindustrialization given birth to a new set of destructive, violent values among the truly disadvantaged. Or are gang members more like "us" than they are different? Are underclass neighborhoods "disorganized," or differently organized, with new illicit jobs taking the place of the lost industry? How are the female gangs different from male gangs, and what do the differences tell us about how to address violence and drug abuse?
Hagedorn answers these questions by going to the gang members themselves, with their voices rising above the mass of new data. With its complex and nuanced picture of gang members and concrete short-term responses for social policy, the new edition of People and Folks may prove as provocative as the first.
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“Dual purposes underscore this richly illustrated handbook: to pay tribute to outstanding contemporary American box makers and to guide potential box makers to successful fruition of their desire....The author presents general directions. Then come profiles of 31outstanding box makers with directions for making specific projects. A very useful and attractive addition.”
—Booklist.
Customer Reviews:
Great presentation, weak content.......2002-08-13
This book is full of exceptinal work! Unfortunately, it is not as technical as I thought it would be. In my opinion, it was written more as a showcase of the work it presented. It did very little in the way of explaining such fundamentals as how to select the wood for your project, or guide the reader in honing their own design and technique. If you are interested in learning the art of box making this is not the book for you. I would suggest Box-Making Basics: Design, Technique, Projects by David M. Freedman, which I purchased along with this book.
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An Excellent Resource.......2000-12-22
I used this book in a mythology class project and it was a great help. The book reveals a great deal of the Winnebago tradition through the history detailed in the stories. This book is well worth the money and is a necessary piece to any Native American collection.
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Indian Nations of Wisconsin: Histories of Endurance and Renewal
ASIN: 0299220648 |
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Literature of the Indian Nations of Wisconsin is a unique anthology that presents the oral traditions, legends, speeches, myths, histories, literature, and historically significant documents of the current twelve independent bands and Indian Nations of Wisconsin. Kathleen Tigerman sought input from tribe elders and educators to provide an accurate chronological portrait of each nation, including the Siouan Ho-Chunk; the Algonquian Menominee, Ojibwe, and Potawatomi; and three groups originally from what is now New York State: the Iroquoian Oneida, the Stockbridge-Munsee band of the Mohican Nations, and the Brothertown Nation.
Some of these works feature a cultural hero or refer to very ancient times—more than six thousand years ago—and others are contemporary. These pieces focus on issues of Wisconsin Native communities by sharing Native knowledge and dialogue about sovereignty, decolonization, cultural genocide, forced removals, assimilation, and other concerns.
This anthology introduces us to a vivid and unforgettable group of voices, enhanced by many maps, photographs, and chronologies. Literature of the Indian Nations of Wisconsin fosters cross-cultural understanding among non-Native readers and the people of the First Nations.
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Ghost Stories (Regional Wisconsin/Folklore/Storytelling). For ages 8 and up. A delightful selection of 18 spooky Wisconsin tales for reading or telling aloud, collected and retold by two experience storytellers. Pleasantly blood-curdling tales of things that go bump in the night: from helpful stangers who disappear to mysterious library patrons to tales of the famous Ridgeway ghost. From historical and oral sources. "A lively compilation," says Midwest Book Review. Includes tips on how to memorize and tell a ghost story successfully.
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a strong collection of regional stories, ready for telling........1998-08-07
If you're looking for good ghost stories, with the ring of authenticity and the flavor of Wisconsin, this is a great book. The stories work well out loud. They're good ghost stories, not violent or bloody, but suspenseful and mysterious. There's also a good section at the end on telling stories, as well as notes on where the stories come from.
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Heritage on Stage: The Invention of Ethnic Place in America's Little Switzerland
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"A remarkable achievement. By focusing on New Glarus, Steven Hoelscher gives us not only one Wisconsin town in all its self-inventing, self-dramatizing power but also suggests how aspiring towns and cities all over the world may now have to theatricalize their past to reach the twin goals of group pride and prosperity."-Yi-Fu Tuan, J. K. Wright and Vilas Professor of Geography, University of Wisconsin-Madison
"Hoelscher's work brings together rich and diverse data that permit us to see the changing actors, motivations, and representations in New Glarus' complex history of fashioning its ethnic heritage. Heritage on Stage is at once a case study and a far more broadly applicable reading of the confluence of place, politics, and the market in ethnic histories."-Regina Bendix, Department of Folklore and Folklife, University of Pennsylvania and author of In Search of Authenticity: The Formation of Folklore Studies
"In this ambitious and interdisciplinary study, Steven Hoelscher shows how place and memory come together for the performance of ethnic identity. The book explores issues about irony and authenticity through participant observation and critical reflection. This is a tour de force which will excite the fields of ethnic studies and the new cultural geography alike."-Gerry Kearns, Department of Geography, University of Cambridge
The southwestern Wisconsin town of New Glarus-known internationally for its annual Wilhelm Tell festival, and for decades a favorite cultural destination of tourists and visitors to Wisconsin-comes vividly into focus in Steven D. Hoelscher's many-layered examination of the invention of ethnic place in "America's Little Switzerland."
Drawing on sociology, social history, ethnic studies, performance studies, geography, and history, Hoelscher opens up a timely, richly informative and provocative discussion of the ways in which landscape, heritage, and the search for authenticity create identity in a unique ethnic American community. The questions Hoelscher raises about the politics of culture, the role of memory, and the willful manipulation of the past will fascinate historians, geographers, and scholars of stage performance and cultural studies, and are sure to stimulate and challenge all readers interested in Wisconsin history.
Both a sensitive portrait of a living community's special identity and a probing exploration of the ways this identity is invented, presented for the public, and sustained, Heritage on Stage is a ground-breaking work and a significant contribution toward the understanding of our nation's perception of itself and its ethnicity.
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