The Valley of Amazement
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I love anything by Amy Tan. This time the setting was Shanghai. The book reveals terrible hardships of the main character and the strength she used to bounce back. I would recommend this book to anyone who likes a book over many years, several generations and a vivid story.
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Death Valley is one of the most interesting places on earth and is loaded with geological features that you just HAVE to know more about.  I am so glad to have this book!
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Whether you've been to Death Valley or are thinking about visiting, you should read this book. Filled with fascinating facts and outstanding photos.
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Sheck Exley is without a doubt the best cavediverin the world, probably unchallened in that title. Here we are invited into his world to share in his unharnessed thrill of the dive. You are welcomed to see through his eyes the beauty of what awaits. Many of todays standards in cave diving were set by Exley he has set many records that today stand still unchallenged. If you have the tiniest of desire to cave and explore the wonderous beauty of caverns or understand the desire of those who do, this is the book you need to read.
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I've been planning a trip to this part of the world for some time, but this video moved it to the top of my list.  The breathtaking scenery, the fearsome, beautiful and fascinating wildlife are beautifully photographed and clearly explained.  The all-important description of the science and dedication that are being applied to the restoration and preservation of this region is clear and compelling.  Even if you're not planning to travel, I recommend this video as beautiful, instructive, and even awe-inspiring.
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The fascination for this mountain from George Mallory to Edmund Hillary has shown how people wanted to conquer this natural wonder.
The abode of the Gods!
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The unfolding of a truly remarkable experience. A glimse into heaven, with circumstances that can only be explained through the supernatural being know as our heavenly Father.  All the eyewitnesses and expert confirmation of his death and life.  I actually heard his first-hand account in person.  Totally awestruct.
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Jim Bartle's latest book on Peru is a magnificent collection of photos that captures the mind and stimulates the imagination.  Young people and old folks pick it up off my coffee table and marvel at the beauty and detail.  If you want a taste of what Peru is really about, buy this book.  You won't be disappointed.
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It's a rare author who can turn the history of a deadly event into a spectacular, page-turning experience. Jon Wilkman's extensively researched and well-documented book comes to life and makes you feel as if you were as close to the disaster as possible and yet still survived. As a bonus, learning about the history of Los Angeles - and how access to fresh water was essential for its growth - and some of the people who shaped that history was exciting.

I seldom read history books but this rekindled my interest in history. Having lived within three miles of the dam site, I toured and hiked the area to get an even better grasp on the landscape and topography which was such a vital part of the story. Highly recommended, especially for anyone who lives in or has lived in Southern California. You will not be disappointed!
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I thorooughly enjoyed this book, all the moreso for having had thehonor of meeting the author, Dr. Djelantik.  He is the "Man WhoWould Be King" if his family still ruled East Bali.  His father,the last king, settled into retirement with the ending of the"Rajah System" and built Water Palaces and Water Gardens forthe pleasure of his people.  Now 81, Dr. Djelantik is presiding overthe restoration of his favorite place, Tirta Gangga, one of the mostbeautiful refuges on this planet.  In East Bali, traditions are alive. At Tirta Gangga, holy water pours out of the sacred volcano at 10,000liters per minute, and angels come to earth to splash and frolic withthe lucky mortals.  Read the book and then visit this wonderful place. If you are fortunate, Dr. Djelantik will be puttering around thegardens, and you can become part of living history! It's anopportunity not to be missed. Great book too!
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John Pezzenti's dramatically beautiful book captures the magic of Alaska and keeps it alive for all of us who have visited this majestic state. Alaska's beauty is remarkable from any perspective, but John Pezzenti's dazzling photography is able to portray and grasp it up close and in action in a way that no one else has ever done. His work reflects a great respect for nature and an unusual sensitivity for living creatures. This respect, almost awe, extends to the  inanimate but ever-changing wonders of the land from fireweed to volcanoes. His writing also reflects the same spirituality and reverence for nature as does his perceptive photographic eye. This book will excite poets, adventurers and nature lovers alike.
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A beautifully presented and executed volume. For those with family ties to this fascinating place or a simple interest in the region this is a book well worth seeking out.
Wonderfully illustrated and beautifully written.
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Marybeth Holleman is a gifted writer who captures the strength and beauty of a wonderous place while sharing her own story of personal growth. Her prose weaves a tale of discovery and disappointment, joy and sorrow. Having visited Prince William Sound myself, I could picture the incredible beauty of the forests, tidal pools and marine life as I read the book. Her detailed descriptions of birds, plants, terrain and water evoked in me a longing to further explore and experience the Sound. I am grateful that Marybeth told the story of the devastation and despair created by the Exxon Valdez oilspill. We must never forget. This is a book for everyone who values a connection with wild places and the ocean.
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I was instantly swept away by the magnitude of awe-inspiring images.  The clash between the ever so present civilized structure and the tranquility  of nature was apparent not only in the content but in the truly masterful  editing.  One could only wish to travel to these remote locations to escape  the constant barrage of today's rigid and predictable society.  I give high  remarks to the beautifully composed music, which for the short life of the  film, whisked me away to a better state of mind.  I highly recommend this  film to anyone who is looking for more than a mindless escape from reality.  Apogee will truly enliven your spirit.
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The Valley.  A simple title but not a simple story.  While beautifully written and descriptive you will find yourself believing there is something ugly and sinister hiding under the surface.  Lieutenant Black, the main character, does not volunteer for this assignment but accepts it like the fine soldier he is.  The mountains and valleys of Afghanistan while beautiful and mysterious were menacing. The valley where Black was headed was the farthest and worst.  Out Post was understating it.  You can sense that Black is afraid but duty calls and  like the good soldier he is he does his duty. His assignment is odd and puzzling and seems incomplete, not precise as you might expect the military to be. He is supposed to investigate a warning shot that had killed a local man's goat in the village. As he conducts this bizarre investigation he will meet many strange and interesting characters in the valley.  Black is a smart soldier and he stays on track and eventually solves this astonishing and tragic mystery.

You are right there with him when he packs up, tries to sleep, then rises in the dark to climb aboard a truck and roll with the convoy heading to Vega. You will feel the fear.

The character development in this tale is excellent.  Even those you meet only in passing, you will remember.  Your heart will ache for them.  You will be afraid.
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This is a good descriprion of the history of the settlement of the region, and the scenery is truly stunning.
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The author reveals an incredible sweep of history. I admire the way he summarizes the importance of empires, money, and religion, not to mention the massive destruction man has caused to flora and fauna. Astonishing and outstanding!