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113 reviews
Susannah Constantine, Trinny Woodall

Weidenfeld Nicolson Illustrated, 2004

Valuable ideas but caveat, fashionista
This is a very good book if you're looking for answers to questions like "why is it that turtlenecks look great on her, but not on me?" or "why do I look like a sack of potatoes in this dress?". The great strength of this book is the emphasis on dressing for one's body type. Other "what to/not to wear" titles and shows often neglect to talk about *why* certain garments look bad on certain ...

The double helix: A personal account of the discovery of the structure of DNA

98 reviews
James D Watson

Weidenfeld and Nicolson, 1969

"An Up Close & Personal Look at James D. Watson"
"The Double Helix: A Personal Account of the Discovery of The Structure of DNA", James D. Watson, Simon & Shuster, NY 1968/2001. ISBN-13: 978-0-7432-1630-2, PB 226 pages, 20 B/W Photos & 11 Diagrams, plus 3 pg. Foreword by Sir L. Bragg & 4 pg. Intro. by S. Nasar. 8 1/2" x 5 1/2". Written by Dr. James D. Watson in 1968, reprinted several times, this is one of the most intriguing, personal ...

A History of the American People

188 reviews
Paul Johnson

Weidenfeld & Nicolson, 1997

A broad, and different, perspective on American history
Recommended for two types of readers: 1) The person who wants to get an overview of U.S. history in one easy-to-read (but large) volume; and 2) those who, like myself, have read many American biographies and histories. We can benefit in at least two respects. First, we get to share a history of our nation as seen from an outsider's perspective. Second, we learn factual history that somehow ...

"Endurance"

390 reviews
Alfred Lansing

Weidenfeld & Nicolson, 2001

Remedy
Aptly named, this is a stunning story of courage, strength and perseverance. Good medicine for a nation of whiners.

The God of Animals

94 reviews
Aryn Kyle

Weidenfeld & Nicolson, 2007

Best Book In Recent Years
My husband and I both agree that The God of Animals was the best book we've read since The Kite Runner. It is beautifully written and the characters and storyline skillfully created. I used to ride horses but you don't have to know about horses or showing - my husband doesn't- to love this book. It is a TERRIBLE title, in my opinion, but a wonderful book. As a writer and author myself I admire ...

The American Revolution (Universal History)

24 reviews
Gordon Wood

Weidenfeld & Nicolson History, 2003

American Revolution by Gordon Wood
The American Revolution is generally acknowledged to be the most crucial event in the birth of the United States of America. Copious interpretations have resulted from this status. Yet, few historians have been able to provide a pioneering viewpoint by so coherently integrating the complex factors surrounding the revolution until Gordon S. Wood in his The American Revolution. Through this ...

The Color Purple (25th Anniversary Edition)

443 reviews
Alice Walker

Weidenfeld & Nicolson, 2007

Color Purple
I love this book and I would recommend anyone to read it and watch the movie.

The Shadow of the Wind

508 reviews
Carlos Ruiz Zafon

Weidenfeld & Nicolson, 2004

Incredible book
I can't even begin to describe what a wonderful book this is. It is definately top 5 for me. The characters in this novel are rich in depth. Emotionally and physically I had a vivid picture in my head about each and every one of them. The pain of a father, a son, an author, a historian (book collector) as well as a lover. Twists and turns pulling you in to every page. Page after page of ...

Night Soldiers

56 reviews
Alan Furst

Weidenfeld & Nicolson, 2005

Recommended For Those Who Know History
This was my "first" Furst novel. Given to me as a gift several years ago, it worked its way to the top of my read "stack." What a pleasant surprise! An excellent novel. A great spy story, with characters that are interesting and nicely developed. I would highly recommend it. But be forewarned that it helps, greatly, to have some knowledge of 1930's Europe and the war-before-the-war among ...

The Polish Officer

47 reviews
Alan Furst

Weidenfeld & Nicolson, 2005

In darker times
A good book. The main character is a little cold compared with others by Furst. The book does keep the tension up though.

The Crisis of Islam

136 reviews
Bernard Lewis

Weidenfeld & Nicolson, 2003

excellent overview
Just finished the book and can safely say that it is an excellent overview, a great starting point for the beginner. Will use this in my World Civilizations class (sophomore high school level). Thank you.

A Madman Dreams of Turing Machines

29 reviews
Janna Levin

Weidenfeld & Nicolson, 2008

A Bad Start That Becomes An Amazing Read
Although Levin is an amazing physicist, her first foray into the world of literary fiction is, on first read, not so amazing. That said, the subject matter of her novel is more than fascinating and so, the fact that her storytelling and craftsmanship as a writer is more than lacking at the beginning of the book, the story sells itself as a tour de force in its fictionalization of the lives of two ...

Ghostwalk

59 reviews
Rebecca Stott

Weidenfeld & Nicolson, 2007

An Intellectual Thriller
This is not a thriller in the sense of non-stop action. It is, however, a thriller in the sense of a slower-paced novel quite literate and requiring time to savor the unique blending of science and the paranormal and their impact on the characters. On the surface it is a recounting of mysterious deaths in the present mirroring a series of others in the 17th century. What lies beneath the ...

Elements of Organic Gardening

6 reviews
Stephanie Donaldson

Weidenfeld & Nicolson, 2008

HRH Gets It Right In The Garden
A quarter of a century ago, when Prince Charles first spoke publicly about his belief in organic gardening and farming principles, he was dismissed as a tree-hugging eccentric that walked around talking to his plants. Twenty-five years on, he's considered an ecological visionary. His personal life may be somewhat controversial, but the garden is one place he gets it right (if only he could relate ...

Dark Star

50 reviews
Alan Furst

Weidenfeld & Nicolson, 2005

Affected me like few books have...
I'd give more stars if I could! As I read this masterful book, I wanted to scream at all the bad history teachers and ridiculous espionage writers we've had to suffer through. Glitzy James Bond places like Monte Carlo aren't the stuff of Alan Furst -- his characters are more likely to be found in decrepit hotels, barns, and always, it seems, in darkness. When I try to imagine what a film version ...

Inside Terrorism

19 reviews
Bruce Hoffman

Weidenfeld & Nicolson, 1998

analyzes the political tactics of terrorism
I found this book to be quite enlightening as well as facinating to read. Refusing to engage in the political rhetoric surrounding terrorism, the author, Bruce Hoffman, (an expert in counterterrorism at West Point as well as a professor at Georgetown)follows the evolution of terrorism as a means of calling world attention to forgotten or underpublicized plights of the disenfranchized in order ...

The Body Shape Bible

3 reviews
Susannah Constantine, Trinny Woodall

Weidenfeld & Nicolson, 2007

One of the best style advice books
This is an entertaining read as well as an easy to use guide to what to wear. I found a lot of useful information in this guide.

A Peace to End All Peace

124 reviews
David Fromkin

Weidenfeld & Nicolson History, 2000

Still Sorting Out the Ottoman Empire
World War One brought about the collapse of the Ottoman Empire and the creation of the modern Middle East. Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, Palestine (including a somewhat conditional Jewish Homeland), and the Transjordan were carved out mainly by the British. Turkey established itself as a separate entity including both European (East Thrace) and Asian parts. David Fromkin leads the reader through the ...

Emotions Revealed

2 reviews
Paul Ekman

Weidenfeld & Nicolson, 2003

Interesting, If Occassionally Obvious
Our emotions are the music of our life; the better we understand them the better we can understand and appreciate our symphony--instead of just being overwhelmed. Paul Ekman has done more research on emotions than just about anyone. His insights let us notice things that might otherwise seem too obvious. But occasionally he dwells a bit too long on the obvious. Still recommended. Ideally, I'd ...

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