Not a bad intro to the subject
928669
Not a bad intro to the subject, although the technology seems to be moving so fast that it is probably out of date already.  Easy to read and understand.
982806
It's very hard to find material on the Magyars in English and this book is a good starting point, but it doesn't cover everything. I assume the fact that there are still alot of questions about Conquest-era Magyar civilization is a contributing factor to that.

There is some very good information in here. Village organization, clothing, farming and animal husbandry, and culture are all covered, although not in very great detail. It's a primer that gives you a quick introduction, but if you want to learn more you'll have to learn to read Hungarian. The best part of the book is the supplement that makes up the last half. He actually reproduces text from sources who wrote about the Magyars in the Middle Ages and includes some of Hungary's most famous poetry.

If you're looking for a book about Magyar combat tactics and details of the battles they fought through Eastern and Central Europe, it's best to look for another source. This book is mainly about the everyday life of the Magyars and focuses on the commoners. Laszlo even says that if you are looking for more information about Arpad or the warrior class, it would be best to read another one of his books. Unfortunately, that book has not been translated into English yet.
2702260
This book provide a quick start into elasticsearch, focusing on a intermediate-to-expert audience. Readers that have zero knowledge on the subject might find themselves a bit lost(the topic is far from simple after all) but doing some exercises using other sources can provide you a decent starting point to understand the book topics(the books requires a working farm to run the samples, making it happen is up to you). The book writing is simple but the topic is not going to help so don't worry if you feel a bit lost at times. If you need to set up a decent search engine for metadata analysis on a shoestring budget this book will give you extra insight on how to create and manage complex queries.
1848065
I found this to be a decent summary and intro to the topic. I would like to have seen a MUCH more extensive Bibliography. The color plates were nice.
1749590
One can't expect a thorough look into the interplay of phychology, mind-body mechanics, and music in a shory popular book.  That being said, this was an entertaining romp through the field.

The first seventy or so pages was essentially an introduction to music theory and how the mind can proces music as, well, music.  For those with a music background it will be tedious and won't tell you much that you don't already know, but for someone who has only touched on it it will be like drinking from a firehose with all the information in the pages.

The rest of the book deals more directly with why certain music is liked, how it most likely evolfved, and the practical utility of music in society and individual survival.  If you're ever wondering why there are still oldies stations around, it's because of all the boomers who have an emotional attachment to music of their youth, the time when music tastes are most aggressively defined.

One annoyance was the infantile critique of mind-body interplay, where he ascribes to the opinion of Dennitt that the brain creates the mind.  There's not enough room in the review to state why that is incorrect, but it shouldn't have even delved on this weighty topic.  Overall though, there wasn't much blanket overgeneralization that plagues many popular science books, though the meanderings of the authors was at times tiring.

Overall, pretty good, and a quick read for someone interested in the topic.
1044896
It's a high-level introductory book to two topics: Real estate investing and Note investing. I found it easy-to-read but it does not go deep on the subject. The first several chapters are mostly about real estate with less emphasis on paper. Because the book itself does not touch a lot on *how* to invest in notes I wish it had suggestions to continue my education on this topic.
4895401
For anyone interested in the history of forensic science, this is a great introductory guide. Yes, the cases are old, but the point of the book -- as laid out in the introduction -- is specifically to show the history and development of the various branches of forensic science. While it feels a little morbid to be reading it so avidly, the descriptions of the cases are compelling enough to overcome that reaction.
My one quibble would be that the book doesn't include enough on the controversies surrounding some aspects of forensic science. It makes the development read like a triumphal progress, when there have been -- and continue to be -- valid questions about the use, potential for abuse, and the proper handling of science in the courts. Still, it's a great introduction, and if my reading is any example, it will whet your interest for further explorations. Don't expect an in-depth treatment here, but do expect a good quick introduction.
2672988
This book is essentially a collection of anecdotes and quotations relating to Daoism and the history and culture of tea.  It provides a nice introduction to someone who is interested in a basic overview of those subjects, although it's not especially detailed.  After reading this, one might want to explore some of the other works it references.  The chapters tend to bounce around between topics seemingly without direction, which lends the book as much to absorbing in bite-sized chunks as to reading straight through. Some of them barely mention tea at all, focusing mainly on Daoist philosophy.

This is not a source for serious study by any stretch, but it is a pleasant diversion.
674788
It is basic information as an introduction to the subject. The book is well explained.
209990
lacks detail,but not bad for overall information
2418889
A dark topic, and therefore one of  interest to me. All the classic ones are here, plus a few of the more obscure. Little in it I didn't already know, but if  you're looking for a one-volume intro to the subject, you could certainly  do worse.
4891272
I am interested in this subject matter and this does provide a lot of information,but not a lot of depth into any one person or entity.
1148017
Not a bad read if you are attempting to get a basic understanding of the conflicts.  Would have liked to have seen a little more detail with the battles prior to Roberts arrival.  Also felt like the laat portion was rushed.  A few spelling and grammar mistakes.  Overall, I would recommend, but only as an intro.
4688289
Lately I've been reading a few different books on filmmaking. I borrowed this one from the library. In my opinion this is a pretty good introduction to the basics. If you already have experience maybe this book is too elementary and you would be better to refer to more specialized texts in areas of interest.

One thing that I like about this text is that it does include some hands-on / step-by-step information. Even though I don't use the same brand of camera (Canon 5D Mark III) I still found the steps helpful and I could look to perform similar steps on my camera.

In conclusion this book does a good job of covering the issues beginning filmmaker's need to be aware of, but experienced DSLR filmmaker's might be better to consult more specialized sources for in depth information.
1831998
This book is a decent introduction to transsexualism, and is written from a compassionate and understanding point of view.  As other reviewers have noted, however, it does have its shortcomings.  For one, it is a tale of the "typical" transsexual experience.  This probably makes sense in an introductory text, but it is certainly worth noting that many people who transition have not lived the standard talk-show story.  Also, it is a little confusing to read about the authors' patients being referred to in their birth gender, though this is likely for the convenience of the novice reader.  Other than that, it does a pretty good job, and I think it's worth a read or handing over to loved ones who might need a little help understanding the condition of their transitioning family member.  It's a good place to start from, although our understanding of transsexualism has come a long way since 1996!
4233726
I feel that this book is written in a less formal style than most textbooks.  The author occasionally overcomplicates some topics, but overall does a good job of explaining technical terms.  I have noticed several grammatical errors, but nothing major. Overall, a good general introduction to understanding the elements of filmmaking.
115230
This is a fair introduction and easy to read. I mostly learned broad ideas and names -- there were many places where I didn't think I got quite enough detail to understand the concept, but it IS a comic