Everything we should know about the TPPA
920732
Very useful and comprehensive summary. This is the information that is not made available in the mainstream media, but has crucial relevance to our lives
4817670
This is a great book. It covers all aspects of planing a trip to JMT, most importantly to those who live in other states. Wish the online version of the trip from South to North who purchased this book is sold with a discount. This book is coming with me when I hike JMT in the near future.
4431023
A Great primer to Thurman's "Tsong Khapa's Speech of Gold in the Essence of True Eloquence: Reason and Enlightenment in the Central Philosophy of Tibet" and more in depth than the "Three Principal Paths"; 'The Principal Teachings of Buddhism by Pabongka Rinpoche'. An all around great look at the man and his enlightened Teachings. Straight forward and concise. This and the Thurman book noted above are the best way to learn about this Great Incarnation of the Central Way from Tibet.
I do have to say Thurman's books are over priced.
You may want to get a good used copy imho.
3573709
If you think you know everything from watching the Exhaustive Tom Petty Documentary "Running Down a Dream" - you'd be wrong. This book is SO MUCH MORE IN DEPTH. It's excellent. I'm a fan of reading Musician Biographies, and I'll say that this one is first rate. I like that you get to know alot more about Mike Campbell and Benmont Tench, and the rest of the guys - through Tom's eyes. It's more like a conversation (duh) between you and Tom Petty.  Covers his entire career up through The Last DJ. The last third of the book focuses on specific songs, and how they were written, produce, and what meaning is tied to them. This is an excellent book, that I'd even recommend for Non-Fans. Buy it.
3883245
This book is ESSENTIAL reading and a must have for anyone who collects Arcade video machines, or just interested in their history, and a pretty complete synopsis of all the major games put out by each of the major manufacturers, from the 70's all the way to just a few years ago.  The book is very well laid out, packed with TONS of history of both the games evolution and of the manufacturers, interviews with the designers, and TONS of pictures.  Get the book for the pics if nothing else!  Do yourself a favor and pick this up, you won't be disappointed!  This really IS a Must have for arcade video collectors.  Well worth the money, Highly recommended!  (You should ALSO get the Encylopedia of Video Arcade Games, I like that one a little better if you HAVE to choose, but try to get them BOTH if possible!).

Jeff Scott
Orlando, FL
202017
For anyone needing a sound book for the upcoming TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE of 21 August 2017, this is it.  Chap made a presentation to our Astronomical Society (St Louis Astronomical Society) and it was GREAT!  The book contains info on his past trips to TSE and what you should do for the upcoming one.  This book is easily readable for children.  As you can tell from the title, Chap's main concern is kids.  He saw an TSE in 1970 as a kid and it propelled him into the Sciences.  If you would like for Chap to come to your Group and talk about the upcoming 2017 TSE, I highly suggest you do!  Here is his contact info:  goseetheeclipse.com
2825292
Excellent review of the literature and information on TM. It is a comprehensive education on the benefits and scientifically supported effects of this ancient practice. Recommended!
2284599
This is an excellent resource for anyone wanting to hike in the GSMNP. The author gives you all the detail you need to make the right decisions for the type of hike you want to take on. I would recommend this book to anyone who is thinking about hiking in the GSMNP.
I have several of the author's other guide books, which are packed with details and his suggestions for a successful trip. Most notably A Paddler's Guide to Everglades National Park. Which is "the" guide book to have for people paddling the area.

With the amount of detail in this guide and the other guides that I own, I would certainly be comfortable buying any guide Mr. Molloy has written
1024135
Just like the JMT book, this guide contains all the essential information about the WT - detailed route description, places of interest, best time to go, how to get there and where to camp, as well as gear recommendations. If you are new to long distance hiking or don't have much time on your hands for planning, you'll appreciate the step by step guidance and comprehensive checklists
4680239
Excellent for anyone interested in or studying cultural diversity in Appalachian culture. I've only perused the book so far, but am looking forward to reading in its entirety. It appears chock full of insights into LGBT culture as a minority group in this already oft misunderstood region of the country.
2382913
If you like Porcupine Tree or have any appreciation for Steven Wilson, I highly recommend this DVD.  I have always wondered what went on in Wilson's mind and this documentary shows so many aspects of his thought and creative processes.

A must have for PT lovers.
2580828
Skurka is extremely well credentialed in hiking, especially long distance, ultra-lightweight backpacking.  As he honestly points out at the beginning, you have to decide if you are a hiker or a camper (or somewhere in between).  Most of us are somewhere in between, and aren't the gram counters that Skurka is, but you can learn a lot from his 1000s of miles and years of trail travel all over the world.

Each section (clothing, footwear, etc.) starts with good, basic up-to-date information on what decisions you need to make, the current technology available (old and new), runs the comparisons, then tells you his personal choices for a variety of conditions he's been in.

Skurka is a fount of knowledge, but doesn't overwhelm you like a Spring Gear issue of Backpacker magazine might. There are lots of great sidebars and charts.  He's a minimalist too, and not all his ideas are off the shelf. Your won't be able to walk into your favorite outdoor retailer and buy everything he recommends. You will have to shop around.

I found this book helpful in recommending gear list for a party of 10 for a Wonderland Trail backpack trip a month ago, as well as fine tuning my own gear list and made me get serious about leaving some junk behind.
3968710
Dr. Patricia Farrell has written an excellent, incredibly comprehensive guide to understanding Social Security Disability (SSD) Psychological claims.  Her book, A Social Security Disability Psychological Claims Handbook: A simple guide to understanding your SSD claim for psychological impairments and unraveling the maze of decision making" does just that. She's done a tremendous amount of research for this, and covers every aspect of these claims from the patient's perspective.  First, Farrell reminds you not to be afraid to apply for SSD when needed because you need to remember you "earned" it.  Secondly, you will learn things in her book, even if you are reading to be informed as a medical professional, provider or consumer.  Here is an example of fantastic advice she offers. She says, "A word of advice here; keep copies of your own medical records. Medical records, by state law, do not have to be retained for longer then seven years. What happens at the end of seven years? The usual procedure is for the records to be destroyed. In the case of x-rays, which contain a small amount of recoverable silver on them, these are sent for destruction and recovery of the metal. Perhaps, however, the records may, at the discretion of the facility, be maintained in some off-site server or "cloud" facility. If your records are maintained digitally, you may be safe in assuming they will be available to you at any time in the future. Do you want to take this chance? I would suspect your answer would be in the negative and, therefore, I suggest that each time there is a report generated by any healthcare professional for you, you request a copy of it be sent to you."  That information and advice alone is invaluable.

The book is filled with helpful information.  Dr. Patricia Farrell's advice is straightforward, practical and useful. Extremely informative book.  Everyone who cares about their health should read it to be informed.<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/A-Social-Security-Disability-Psychological-Claims-Handbook-A-simple-guide-to-understanding-your-SSD-claim-for-psychological-impairments-and-unraveling-the-maze-of-decision-making/dp/B00AZOL794/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">A Social Security Disability Psychological Claims Handbook: A simple guide to understanding your SSD claim for psychological impairments and unraveling the maze of decision making</a>
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I about mid way into this book, and it is very resourceful.  I encourage all to read it.  Apart from giving me an in-depth look at the Evolution of the Steelband, the author also illustrates how the steelband movement affected the socio- economic, political and religious aspects of life in Trinidad & Tobago pre as well as post Independence.
Names which I heard about growing up are brought to life on the pages.  While I heard about Attorney Lenox Pierre and his involvement, I was not aware of the huge part Albert Gomes played in assisting the steelband movement in getting respectability and recognition of the musical art form.
There is a lot of information, be warned.
374065
Excellent encyclopedia for all TZ fans. Well organized and easy to use for cross references. I loved reading what the original actors' salaries were! Makes a great gift.
112895
This book is very in-depth in examining the essential issues of the reparation movement.  It examines the issues found in differing cultures (German, Japan, America, South Africa) and presents the arguements from the viewpoint of victim, perpetrator and third person.  The advantage of buying this book over another is that it gives a wonderful overview of all sides with an extensive bibliography after each chapeter.  This is a must have for anyone who is interested in learning or researching more about the movement towards reparations.
1491489
This book is a must-have; massive amounts of information. Marko gives more than you expect.