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NurtureShock: New Thinking About Children
75 reviews
Po Bronson
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Ashley Merryman
Twelve
, 2009
A must read for all parents
This is a fantastic book, easily one of the best parenting books I've read--and I've read over a dozen. After many disappointing reads, this fulfilled all my hopes for a clear, well-written book covering the recent scientific research on child development, rather than just the authors' prejudices and biases about how they think children ought to be raised. My only complaint is that I wish it were ...
It's Not About the Bike: My Journey Back to Life
739 reviews
Lance Armstrong
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Sally Jenkins
Berkley Trade
, 2001
Through Hell and to the Podium of the Tour de France
I was truly fascinated with this book, and for different reasons. I went in to this one knowing only that Armstrong won the Tour de France a gazillion times and that he survived cancer. With every turn of the page I was fascinated with the life that he had lived to that point. What blew me away the most was learning that he was a world class athlete before he was diagnosed with cancer and ...
Why Italians Love to Talk About Food
1 review
Elena Kostioukovitch
Farrar, Straus and Giroux
, 2009
An off-beat take on the Italian cookbook and Italian culture
Kostioukovitch is Umberto Eco's Russian language translator, and has lived in Italy for the past twenty years. This book is about half pensive reflection on topics of (presumably common Italian) conversation such as totalitarianism, "Joy," pilgrims, and America, and half discussions of the foods and wines of Italy as she takes an imaginary trip around the country. A lot of food is described, ...
What's So Great about Christianity
182 reviews
Dinesh D'Souza
Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.
, 2008
Refreshing
This book is a well reasoned anlysis of the arguments that Athiests posit against Christianity. I like that the author takes the hard road and actually takes the argument to athiests in a very logical and reasoned out manner. Every Christian should read this book to see that the faith they hold is not so outrageous. Every non-Christian should read it to really think about the arguments and ...
Don't Know Much About History: Everything You Need to Know About American History but Never Learned (Don't ...
166 reviews
Kenneth C. Davis
HarperCollins
, 2004
School tutor aide
The book that I ordered,, it really has some totally differant things which will help both of my kids with their history or government classes,, It has some really interesting information that if they need to write a report or essay, then they could find something in the book that would be interesting enough to write about. So I am glad I chose the book, it was worth investing the money on ...
What's So Amazing About Grace?
217 reviews
Philip Yancey
Zondervan
, 2002
What's so Amazing about Grace
The book arrived in good condition and in a short amount of time. Very pleased with the transaction!
The Truth About Forever
196 reviews
Sarah Dessen
Speak
, 2006
This is a great book!
This is a great, well written book about a character named Macy who's family lost a loved one. Macy and her family are going through hard times. With a little help from friends the family overcomes their troubles. I enjoyed reading this book and others that Ms. Dessen has written as well.
What I Talk About When I Talk About Running (Vintage International)
61 reviews
Haruki Murakami
Vintage
, 2009
Incredible and Inspiring
This book went way, way above my expectations, fascinating for both running enthusiasts and readers who love great writing and fine literature. It inspired me to run my own marathon, as well as to spend more time writing. Can't go wrong with this author Murakami.
Talking About Detective Fiction
2 reviews
P.D. James
Knopf
, 2009
Significant clues from a master of the genre
My best birthday present this year is this well written little book by a master [mistress?] of detective fiction. James argues that detective fiction is most popular during difficult times -- reason and ingenuity may again prevail. "Whether we live in a more violent age than did, for example, the Victorians is a question for statisticians and sociologists, but we certainly feel more ...
My Book about Me (Chinese Edition)
74 reviews
Dr. Seuss
Yuan Liu Chu Ban Gong Si
, 2003
My Book About Me
Someone gave this book to my daughter when she was about 6 yrs. old. She is 13 now and we still enjoy looking and reading what we/she wrote in there. I have now purchased this for my nephew. This is a good keepsake thru the years.
The 10 Big Lies About America: Combating Destructive Distortions About Our Nation
85 reviews
Michael Medved
Three Rivers Press
, 2009
Excellent
An excellent, well written book that gives the reader logical arguments for combating common criticisms of our country. If you want to be well fortified to argue against liberal myths about America read this book. Loretta Siani Long Beach, California
I Never Knew that About Ireland
6 reviews
Christopher Winn
Thomas Dunne Books
, 2007
Interesting read
Actually bought this as a gift, but did take time and read about places I had been in Ireland, think I will have to borrow it back after Christmas.
I Don't Want to Talk About It: Overcoming the Secret Legacy of Male Depression
91 reviews
Terrence Real
Scribner
, 1998
Recommend Every Woman who had problems with Father's relationship read.
I had an emotionally distant father who was also abusive. I had never completly forgiven him until I read this book. It made be cry to finally understand the negative attitudes that my father had and how the circle of abuse continued on from the past. If you want reasons for your father's distant behavior or from his abuse.. it it the best book I ever read. Highly recomended.
Nudge: Improving Decisions About Health, Wealth, and Happiness
116 reviews
Richard H. Thaler
,
Cass R. Sunstein
Penguin (Non-Classics)
, 2009
Moving others in their right direction and growing the pie rather than your slice of it!
My first impression was Sunstein had gone into the self-help book business, but this is an incredible introduction to the power of policy making based on meaningful and well reasoned research. Maybe it's too wonky for those not interested in policy making. Maybe it's not wonky enough for those who are in that field already. But for someone interested in better understanding and analyzing ...
How to Improve Your Marriage Without Talking About It
54 reviews
Patricia Love
,
Steven Stosny
Broadway
, 2008
Must Have for All Couples
This book is changing my life for the better. I am so grateful for the information and wisdom in this text. This explains so much I have struggled to understand for years regarding the dynamics between men and women in relationship. Even when both parties are invested and wanting to move through difficult or challenging issues, so much can go wrong. This books explains the sources of the knots ...
I Feel Bad About My Neck: And Other Thoughts On Being a Woman (Vintage)
356 reviews
Nora Ephron
Vintage
, 2008
so funny!!!
This book is so funny and so true! I loved reading it. I found myself laughing outloud on my own, which can seem quite silly, but it can't be helped.
Bright Wings: An Illustrated Anthology of Poems About Birds
1 review
Columbia University Press
, 2009
An "I love you" gift to a bird lover
Put together three greats, and you get something wonderful. Billy Collins is a two time poet laureate of the United States and author of a number of books of poetry, including my favorite,Questions About Angels: Poems (Pitt Poetry Series). David Allen Sibley has spent years studying and drawing birds, and The Sibley Guide to Birds is an essential part of our backyard bird feeding arsenal. The ...
Why Is It Always About You? : The Seven Deadly Sins of Narcissism
87 reviews
Sandy Hotchkiss
Free Press
, 2003
Very helpful for understanding Narcissists clearly!
I've read several books on this topic. I gave this book 5 stars because this is a book that I read in one sitting! Makes Narcissism understandable for the first time! Narcissism can be normal; however, healthy Narcissism seems to be the exception in our society. This book not only describes this affliction but it also gives practical advice on what to do about the Narcissists in your life. A++++
All About Me
61 reviews
Philipp Keel
Broadway
, 1998
Great book to give a loved one as well
I bought this book, filled it out, and gave it to my girlfriend this past Hanukkah. She absolutely loved it because not only did it give general information, but it really asks some deeper meaning type questions.
It's Not About Me: Rescue From the Life We Thought Would Make Us Happy
48 reviews
Max Lucado B.A. M.A.
Integrity Publishers
, 2004
Great Insight
Another one of my favorite writers because Max tells you like it is. I would recommend this book and the workbook to do a more of an in-depth study. I started the book and was finished the very next day. I will have to read it again! Thank you seller for the shipment as it arrived so quickly.
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