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Peter the Great 99 reviews
Robert K. Massie
Random House Value Publishing, 1993
My favorite history book
I love to read history and have numerous books about many people and events that happened throughout history. But this book has to be my absolute favorite. Peter the Great was an amazing person and led a life without one dull moment. Once you start reading this book it will be difficult to put it down. Even though he did not live into old age, he lived a life full of adventure and you will never ...
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The Book of Atrus (Myst, Book 1) 197 reviews
Rand Miller
Random House Value Publishing, 1997
Myst: The Book of Atrus
It really seems only fitting that a video game about books would have a series of books published in its name. For some reason when such books were first coming out I was sort of skeptical about their quality. I truly am glad I overcame this and decided to pick up the Myst books. I was an early enough adopter to be able to get all the hardcover texts and they are all beautifully designed. ...
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Official Preppy Handbook49 reviews
Lisa Birnbach
Random House Value Publishing, 1983
Classic--Perfect for the Coffee Table
This book is timeless. It was written before I was even born and much of it still holds true. Some of the references are dated, but most of the material is relevant and funny. It's a nice book to have out on your coffee table for guests to browse through for some light amusement.
I actually paid a little more for "nice" copy of the book. Perhaps it will be a collector's item someday. It ...
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Paradise237 reviews
Judith Mcnaught
Random House Value Publishing, 1995
The very best
This is one of the best romance novels I've ever read if not the THE best. I loved both Matt and Meredith and all the supporting characters are special. I couldn't even hate her father even though it's more than warranted.
This my go to book when I'm feeling down. I recommend that everyone that loved contemporary romance read this book
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Buffett102 reviews
Roger Lowenstein
Random House Value Publishing, 1997
Excellent
Well researched, analyzed, and written.
I see why Buffett was silently acceptive in autographing it. Superb job in reporting both analytical economics and personal life. Truth.
I will read more from this author.
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Butterfly83 reviews
Kathryn Harvey
Random House Value Publishing, 1990
Revenge, feminist style
I should start off by mentioning that I'm a fantasy and science fiction sort of person. With few exceptions (such as To Kill a Mockingbird), not much else gets my attention, and Butterfly was not a novel I would have picked for myself. However, my wife being dyslexic, asked me to read it to her. That was about 6 years ago, and about halfway through, we got disorganized and I never finished. ...
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Richard Hittleman's 28 Day Yoga Exercise80 reviews
Richard Hittleman
Random House Value Publishing, 1995
A Book You'll Use Forever
I first used a copy of this book way back when Richard Hittleman had a PBS program on yoga. I've returned to this book on and off ever since.
The yoga practice he teaches here is:
1) easy to do for anyone, regardless of fitness level or age.
2) presented in simple, daily, DO-able sequences.
3) nicely illustrated with photographs that show exactly how to do the postures.
4) supplemented ...
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Sunne in Splendour140 reviews
Sharon Kay Penman
Random House Value Publishing, 1985
Plantagenet tragedy
Autumn 1459. A seven year-old boy gets lost in the forest. His easy-going eldest brother has had better things to do than watch over him, that is to say seducing a pretty servant girl. After a prolonged search the lad is found, having bravely fought his fear, and despite being afraid of punishment he doesn't even think of informing against his sibling. A fiercely loyal and earnest boy, he is the ...
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Siblings Without Rivalry68 reviews
Adele Faber
Random House Value Publishing, 1990
Helping Children Get Along
A wonderful book on helping siblings get along. But I also highly recommend for parents and teachers the book:Bully-Proofing Children: A Practical, Hands-On Guide to Stop Bullying. More than a bullying book, this really focuses on practical strategies,scripts, actual lessons and stories to teach children conflict resolution, friendship and communication skills; the importance of helping others ...
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If I Never Get Back55 reviews
Darryl Brock
Random House Value Publishing, 1992
Best baseball novel ever
This is a book I've read several times. I'd like to know where Mr. Brock found out so much about Charlie sweazy, Asa Brainard et al, to make these characters come alive the way they do. There were a few political issue editorials Darryl brought into the story. But these surely do not detract from the book. I wish I had Andy Leonard as a brother as well.
You will hate to see the end of this ...
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Kidnapping of Edgardo Mortara27 reviews
David I. Kertzer
Random House Value Publishing, 1998
An Astounding Story and Well-Written
I can't help but think that millions who do not know that they are interested in the history of the Italian Risorgimento would suddenly find themselves incapable of putting this book down. David Kertzer kept my attention while helping to answer my questions regarding how a country that is predominately Roman Catholic can name streets, buildings, and piazzas after the heroes of the Risorgimento ...
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Guadalcanal45 reviews
Richard Frank
Random House Value Publishing, 1996
History at its Best
All but one of the other reviewers has given this book a four or five star rating. There is a reason. This is an exceptionally well-written book that covers a broad range of topics. Most military historians pick one type of warfare--ground, naval, or air combat--and focus on that area, even if they look at a number of different wars. Guadalcanal does not lend itself to such a focus. It was ...
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I'll Always Love You28 reviews
Hans Wilhelm
Random House Value Publishing, 1991
FAMILY... TEACHER... MUST HAVE
Wilhelm, H. (1985). I'll always love you. New York: Scholastic, Inc.
Synopsis: Can pets live forever? This is the story of a young boy and his pet dog, Elfie. Elfie and the boy do everything together. As the boy grows older, Elfie grows older at a much quicker rate. Not a night goes by when the boy tells his best friend, Elfie, how much he loves her. This is without a story for all ...
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My Dog Skip35 reviews
Willie Morris
Random House Value Publishing, 1997
Beautifully Told
Willie Morris has recounted the life of not just a boyhood pet, but a dear and close friend. The Story of Skip's life as told by his owner is full of mythic adventures of childhood. Where every new day was full of joy and wonder. Morris' storytelling brings the dog, his family and the lush southern landscape into full and brilliant view. When you read My Dog Skip you can just feel how much this ...
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Hairy Maclary from Donaldson's Dairy28 reviews
Lynley Dodd
Random House Value Publishing, 1993
A family favorite
I love this book. I won this book as a readathon prize 20 years ago when I was seven. I think the target audience for this book is probably more likely to be kids aged 3-6. It was a definite favorite of my little brother's - he learnt the words off by heart before he could read. It is also a favorite of my nieces and nephews, and I have just ordered one for my baby who is due any day now. The ...
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Baby Beluga38 reviews
RAFFI
Random House Value Publishing
gift for new mom's or mom's to be
I love this book and the accompaning CD. My grandsons who are now 13 had this book when they were infants, and were still singing the songs when they were 5. I gave it as a gift to my God Daughter, and this one was a gift for my first Great Grandson. Raffi writes stories and songs that children should grow up with. I am positive I will give this book and CD again.
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American Star30 reviews
Jackie Collins
Random House Value Publishing, 1994
really really good
when the book said love story i thought it was going to be one of jackie's regular sleep around love story, but surprisingly this was a book of true love and not just true lust. great book i couldnt put down. =)
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Night Before Christmas47 reviews
Clement C. Moore
Random House Value Publishing, 1994
Jan Brett Night Before Christmas
I LOVE Jan Brett's books! I buy them anytime I see them whether on sale, old ones on Amazon as remainders, or new.. They make great gifts. I have a backup of many to give to children, particularly my granddaughters. The illustrations in this one are so beautiful it is really a keepsake to save as well as enjoy. Give it as a gift and you will make some child very happy and a parent happy,too.
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Breaking the Surface32 reviews
Greg Louganis
Random House Value Publishing, 1997
Insightful and interesting.
The reason that I first read this book was that I wanted to read a book written by a gay author. I knew nothing about Greg Louganis or the fact that he smacked his head during the Olympics. All I knew was that he was gay and was a swimmer. I checked it out from the library and ended up reading it in two days, which is a record for me because I procrastinate.
Greg and Eric put together Greg's ...
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The Berkut29 reviews
Joseph Heywood
Random House Value Publishing, 1989
Intense Suspence.....Heywood Rocks!
Heywood is a master story teller who keeps you on your toes. This book took me away from my surroundings and put me back into Germany in the last, apocalyptic days of the Third Reich. I witnessed the escape of Adolf Hitler, saw the Russian NKVD Special Forces team went in, trailed him and his SS rescuers relentlessly, and took him off a ship, bound for Argentina and freedom.
The SS Men were ...
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