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The Wisdom of No Escape and the Path of Loving Kindness 25 reviews
Pema Chodron
Element Books, 2004
Very practical, accessible and well-written....
This is one of my favorite books by Pema Chodron. It not only does a very good job of describing the essence of Buddhism, but it goes beyond that in making Tibetan Buddhism more understandable and relevant to a Western audience without deveating from the tradition. In short, it contains the heart of the teachings of the Vajrayana. A nice complimentary book if you are interested in going deeper ...
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The Secret Language of Birthdays: Personology Profiles for Each Day of the Year48 reviews
Gary Goldschneider, Joost Elffers
Element Books, 1998
Excellent insight
This book gives a detailed look into the personalities of each day of the year. A great book and interesting study of all the people you know.
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The Photoshop Elements 5 Book for Digital Photographers105 reviews
New Riders, 2008
Buy this book
This is my fifth photo shop elements user guide.
I wish I bought the Scott Kelby book first- it is by far the best and the only one I use.
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Persian Girls: A Memoir26 reviews
Nahid Rachlin
Tarcher, 2007
A Memoir that reads like a novel
The front cover of Persian Girls: A Memoir by Nahib Rachlin has a quote from a Boston Globe reviewer saying that the "memoir reads like a novel", which I felt was very accurate. Nahib has provided us with a peek into her world, spanning over fifty years, and immersing us in the culture of Iran and her family.
Nahib pulls us quickly into her world, showing us her split childhood - life with her ...
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The Success Principles269 reviews
Jack Canfield, Janet Switzer
Element Books, 2005
No wonder the stellar reviews!
If someone really USES it and really does the exercises (which I need to now that I have finished the book), this book could be life-changing. The way the processes and excercises are peppered with amazing success stories from real life, and fantastic quotes...I highlighted like crazy. But now it's time to take action!
I'd give this book ten stars if I could.
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Start Where You Are28 reviews
Pema Chodron
Element Books, 2005
Beautiful book
I truly enjoyed this book as it awakened a sense of compassion for myself and others, with insight and humor Pema Chodron guided me to a state of joy, and well being. I also discovered the 59 traditional Tibetan Buddhist maxims and was able to relate them to every day life. This book reminded me of one of my favorite authors, Ariel and Shya Kane and their book Being Here: Modern Day Tales of ...
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The Elements of Scoring: A Master's Guide to the Art of Scoring Your Best When You're Not Playing Your Best25 reviews
Raymond Floyd, Jaime Diaz
Fireside Books, 2000
A must read for anyone wanting to improve
As posted previously, this book isn't about swing mechanics, but about playing smarter golf and being realistic about your game. I think this book would be extremely beneficial to the beginning golfer and would make a great gift. It's a quick read and well written. I try to read it a couple of times a year to remind myself to play within my abilities and keep a good attitude.
Highly ...
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One Child170 reviews
Torey L. Hayden
Element Books, 2004
Fascinating Narrative
This amazing true story is about a violent 6-year old. You will be amazed by the details of how her teacher--Torey Hayden--reaches out to this child with special needs. This book is a must for teachers and parents.
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Dreaming of Columbus : A Boyhood in the Bronx27 reviews
Michael Pearson
Syracuse University Press, 1999
Familiar Themes in Dreaming of Columbus
Despite the images of sea voyages inspired by its title, Dreaming of Columbus is not the story of a young man spending his salad days in exotic, foreign settings. Instead, Michael Pearson takes the road less traveled and keeps his story closer to home. The reader looking for journeys will not be disappointed, however, in the imaginative way the Pearson uses literature to break away from the ...
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The Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells76 reviews
Judika Illes
Element Books, 2004
Fantastic
This encyclopedia has almost every spell that you could need. From banishings, cleansings, love spells and even curses, this book is as close to the classical ancient tome of spells that you are likely to get. It was money well spent. It truly is the Ultimate Reference Book for the Magical Arts.
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Adobe Premiere Elements 2 in a Snap (Sams Teach Yourself)19 reviews
Steve Grisetti, Chuck Engels
Sams, 2005
Premiere Elements 3 users
Premiere Elements 3 users, this book is for you too! Being new to video editing, I was wary of a book that was not version specific. No need to worry, this book works well with version 3. Whether you are a beginner or advanced this book has it all. The format makes this book superior to others. The inside front cover has 'Contents at a Glance' index that directs you to the section for a ...
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The Art of Chi Kung: Making the Most of Your Vital Energy (Health Workbook)16 reviews
Wong Kiew Kit
Element Books, 1993
Master Teacher Indeed
I have noticed that fine teachers dispel tensions and apprehensions in their students, while ineffectual teachers positively strain to load them on. Sifu Wong is totally at home with his art; humorous, warm, and supporting. He never communicates a whisper of doubt about the prospect of teaching essential Chi Kung through the medium of a modest seeming book. I was immediately hooked on the ...
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365 Nirvana Here and Now19 reviews
Josh Baran
Element Books, 2004
Gentle reminders when faced with uncertainty
My husband bought this for me for Christmas. We're faced with giving birth in February to a child who will require several open heart surgeries. I've been struggling with the anticipation and fear - mostly of the unknown. It's made the days hard to get through.
I've picked up this book no less than 10 times in the few hours since he's given it to me, and each page contains a small wisdom ...
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The Goddess Oracle: A Way to Wholeness Through the Goddess and Ritual18 reviews
Amy Sophia Marashinsky, Hrana Janto
Element Books, 1997
Most useful tool I own
I tend to be a junkie for various metaphysical decks -- tarot cards, medicine cards, rune cards, etc. -- but the Goddess Oracle is the one I use the most because it's the most helpful and effective. It always sheds light on whatever my problem is and gives greater insight. The correspondences between the goddesses shown and the meanings are wonderful and Marashinsky's research, respect and love ...
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Aspects in Astrology: A Comprehensive Guide to Interpretation16 reviews
Sue Tompkins
Element Books, 1991
aspects to astrology
I thought this was a great book on aspects on a persons chart. Highly recommend this book
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Mind Medicine: The Secret Of Powerful Healing18 reviews
Uri Geller, Lulu Appleton
Element Books Ltd, 1999
Facinating!
There has been much research into the correlation between positive thinking and the effects this can have on our physical bodies. Uri Geller has been an advocate for the powers of positive thinking, and whatever you may think of his work, this particular book draws on proven conventional medical facts which Uri Geller has put into an easy-to-understand format with plenty of exercise which the ...
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Balancing Heaven and Earth: A Memoir19 reviews
Robert A. Johnson, Jerry M. Ruhl
Element Books Ltd, 2000
The Quest of the Golden World
Robert Johnson has been a great teacher, mentor, and inspiration for many in the exploration of the inner world, and ultimately the discovery for what he has known as 'the golden world'.It is a homecoming and a place of bliss and repose. I had the privilege to study and share time with Robert in the U.S. and India. He provided for me a taste of that world and a living inspiration in the very ...
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The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Essential Oils: The Complete Guide to the Use of Oils in Aromatherapy and ...24 reviews
Julia Lawless
Element Books Ltd, 1995
Your Aromatherapy library is not complete if you don't have the book
If I had to have only two books in my Aromatherapy Library, this would be one of them, along with The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, by Salvatore Battaglia. I have been an Aromatherapist since 2003, I know - a relatively short time - but a productive time, and I could not have accomplished what I have without this book. It is a very complete list - if not the best list - of essential oils ...
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Good Morning America: The Story of My Life23 reviews
Simon Spotlight Entertainment, 2005
Review
My daughter read this book, and this is what she had to say about it:
"This was a very exciting, sorrowful, detailed story. It inspired me. I recommend this book to people of all ages who love non-fiction adventure. This book has almost everything a reader could want. I always wanted to know what was going to happen next in the story. Farah Ahmedi, the writer and main character of this book, ...
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Adobe Photoshop Elements 2 Complete Course19 reviews
Jan Kabili
Visual, 2004
Photoshop Elements 2 Complete Course - Kabili
Probably the most helpful computer book I have ever used. Purchased a second copy for a friend just starting with digital photo printing. As a professional photographer I would encourage anyone interested in digital printing to buy it.
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