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2 reviews
Mark Gruenwald, Paul Ryan

Marvel Comics, 2007

The New Universe wasn't so bad
The original mid-`80s release of Marvel's New Universe didn't impress me much, but as I was in my teens at the time, that's not surprising. After reading the recent reprint volumes of Star Brand and D.P. 7, it's obvious that I missed out on something that was truly ahead of its time. This was editor-in-chief Jim Shooter's first stab at a more realistic comic universe, something he would fully ...

Weekend Kitchen Makeovers (DIY): Illustrated Techniques & Stylish Solutions (DIY Network)

1 review
Paul Ryan

Lark Books, 2007

A series of some eleven featured weekend makeover tasks
WEEKEND KITCHEN MAKEOVERS: ILLUSTRATED TECHNIQUES AND STYLISH SOLUTIONS tells how to update or renovate an existing kitchen - from a DYI standpoint. Remodel your own space through a series of some eleven featured weekend makeover tasks, which here receive step-by-step written description accompanied by step-by-step color photos. Any general-interest public library catering to homeowners will find ...

Peaceful Home

1 review
Alice Westgate

Lothian Books

Decorative inspiration; declutter your home; great suggestio
We are remodling a home (new to us). Before I opened this book, I knew what I liked, but there were so many choices that I just didn't know what to do. After reading the book and reviewing the pictures, I have a much better idea of how to put together an appealing home with the furniture and accessories I already own. Great suggestions. If you're not sure, this book is for you!

Avengers: Galactic Storm, Vol. 1

1 review
Bob Harras, Tom DeFalco, ...

Marvel Comics, 2006

One last hurrah for the House of Ideas
Once upon a time there was a comic universe, large and diverse, filled with just about any type of character from any type of pulp genre, and they shared and interacted in the same universe. You had a Martial Arts character named Shang Chi living in the same world as the cosmic space fantasy Silver Surfer who fought against the supernatural thriller Dracula who appeared in the socially conscious ...

Marlon Brando: A Portrait

1 review
Paul Ryan

Carroll & Graf Pub, 1994

A Well Written Book by Paul Ryan...
I thought the book, "Marlon Brando: A Portrait," by Paul Ryan was well written and really very interesting. Although there was high praise for Marlon Brando throughout the book, there was also criticism. I found most of the criticisms of Mr. Brando to be undue and unfounded. The photograph of Marlon Brando on page 187 of the book is one I had never seen before. It is also one that instantly ...

The Iranian Rescue Mission: Why It Failed

2 reviews
Paul B. Ryan

Naval Inst Pr, 1985

Comprehensive analysis
The unfortunate Operation "Eagle Claw" in April 1980 remains a vivid example of what kind mistakes should someone avoid in planning and executing a commando raid. The US war machine took many things (like helicopter servicability) for granted, it made terrible mistakes regarding the inter-service security measures and failed to take into account the serious meteorological conditions of the ...

Spider-Girl Presents Fantastic Five, Vol. 1: In Search of Doom (Spider-Man, Fantastic Four)

1 review
Tom DeFalco, Paul Ryan

Marvel Comics, 2006

Excellant
I recently became aware of the Spidergirl line of comics and have been collecting those. It was a natural step to buy this one. I enjoyed the dynamics between the characters. I was a little disappointed when there wawsn't more of Spidergirl, but on a minor note. A very pleasant note was finding out what happened to Reed and Sue Richards since that was around the time period I lost interest in ...

Birth and death and cybernation;: Cybernetics of the sacred (Social change series)

1 review
Paul Ryan

Gordon and Breach, 1973

very interesting
This book predated the whole cyberpunk ethic + took as its subject the video camera rather than the computer. I just found a copy of this in a used bookshop and bought it because i thought the title was interesting! Presents video tape + video recording in a radical light. Highly recommended for those who tend to stray from the norm== non-conformists.

The Gaffta Awards: From Becks to Big Ron - Celebrating the Wonderful World of Football Speak

1 review
Larry Ryan, Gareth Power, ...

Mainstream Publishing, 2004

A must for soccer fans
This book is a thoroughly enjoyable exposure of the gibberish that both soccer stars and commentators come out with when holding forth on the beautiful game. The section on Ronglish is particularly hilarious.

Cahiers/Notebooks

2 reviews
Paul Valery

Peter Lang Publishing, 2007

Art as Science - Science as Art
The intellectual enterprise of Paul Valery was a unique one. He devoted the greatest part of his life in work of the mind to examining the workings of his own mind. He did so in the hope at one point anyway, of establishing a mathematical understanding of how the Mind works. In later years his ambition as he sensed its impossibility , was transformed and persisted in his precise definition of his ...

Who's in Charge Here: The Tangled Web of School Governance and Policy

1 review

Brookings Institution Press, 2004

Insights regarding the future of public education
This is an excellent book that expresses the current confusion of public school governance. Each article discusses, from a different perspective, political and legual issues that have changed the face of public schools in America. Should the federal government be involved in public education? What will be the result of such a change? What has happened to local control? What does the ...

Fantastic Four: To Free Atlantis

4 reviews
Nancy A. Collins

Berkley, 1995

A REALLY FUN READ
I have to hand it to Nancy Collins, this book really took me back to my old comic book days. All I can say is please please write more of them. I know this book is hard to find, fact is i got it at a yard sale. but if you can get a hold of one you wont be sorry.

Avengers Assemble, Vol. 3

2 reviews
Kurt Busiek, Fabian Nicieza, ...

Marvel Comics, 2006

Busiek knows Avengers.
The Busiek/Perez combo for me is the quintessential Avengers creative team and in this collection they prove their prowess yet again. Following the Ultron Unlimited story arc that features in Avengers Assemble 2 this volume sees a huge clash over the skies of New York guest staring many big marvel names a very interesting line-up change, Silver Claw leading the team back to her South American ...

Avengers West Coast Visionaries - John Byrne, Vol. 2: Darker than Scarlet (Prelude to House of M)

4 reviews
John Byrne, Roy Thomas, ...

Marvel Comics, 2008

Byrne's west coast Avengers, vol. 2
This 2nd part of Byrne's Avengers West Coast issues begins with the return of Iron Man! And right when Scarlet Witch is about to break. Byrne's storyline here sets up future Marvel events, showing the quality of everything he does. Highlights here for me... *Issues 51 & 52- Iron Man returns. And Master Pandemonium strikes! Features U.S. Agent, Wonderman, Hank Pym, Wasp, Vision, Scarlet ...

Captain Marvel: Crazy Like a Fox (Captain Marvel)

1 review
Peter David, Michael Ryan, ...

Marvel Comics, 2004

An interesting turn of events
This is supposed to close out the "insane Captain Marvel" story of the previous two volumes. In it, Genis is waaaaay over the edge and has found creative ways to use his new powers. Rick is still trapped in the Microverse and attempting to reach his former friend. In the end, the story tries its best to resolve itself while still leaving enough plot threads hanging to pull you into the next ...

Stealing the Network: How to Own a Continent

22 reviews
FX, Paul Craig, ...

Syngress, 2004

Fun, Fun, Fun
I read a lot of technical books and also a lot of spy books. This mashed both of my favorite types of books. The authors who are hackers themselves did a great job of creating a story. I would recommend, and have recommended this book to a lot of people.

The Art of Comedy: Getting Serious About Being Funny

10 reviews
Paul Ryan

Back Stage Books, 2007

FANTASTIC! Comedy made easy!
Paul has a gift for making comedy easy--whether you're an actor, a housewife, or a CEO. Comedy is so important in all walks of life, and this book helps bring out the "funny" in all of us. I highly recommend it!

Squadron Supreme

14 reviews
Mark Gruenwald, John Buscema, ...

Marvel Comics, 2005

Held up well over last 100 years
Given this book's publication date of 1903, I'd say it has held up remarkably well. It goes without saying that it is the great grandaddy of all coincidences that the names of the artists working back then are identical to some working today. It just goes to show you what a family business sequential art really is.

Khmer Rouge End Game

7 reviews
Paul Ryder Ryan

Munewata Press, 1998

An interesting look at the media in a communist state.
As an old China hand, I found this to be a very interesting, ambitious work.. It is at once a memoir, a travelogue, a reflection on Chinese journalism practices, a "foreign expert's" view of China in the years 1993-94, and an experiment in using various literary devices, including fiction, to weave what the author terms a "non-fiction novel." In addition to describing the functions of China ...

Squadron Supreme: Death of a Universe

3 reviews
Mark Gruenwald, Paul Ryan

Marvel Enterprises, 1989

Powerful
Squadron Supreme was Marvel's answer to the Justice League. After an incredible 12-issue mini-series (which is still available), this comic book was released as a follow-up to conclude the story line. This shorter graphic novel was incredibly powerful. The remaining members of the Squadron Supreme put their lives at stake to save their dying universe. It is an intense read. If you loved the ...

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