books about: extraordinary     books:       The Last Stand of the Tin Can Sailors125 reviews James D. Hornfischer audible.com Ranks with Shattered Sword A couple of years ago, I read "Shattered Sword" (about the Battle of Midway) and proclaimed it the best WWII account of Pacific Theatre Naval history to date. I now have to say THE LAST STAND OF THE TIN CAN SAILORS by James Hornfischer ranks right beside it. This is a brilliantly presented accounting of Halsey's folly when he let his enormous ego get in the way of following orders. The result ...             Out of Harm's Way: The Extraordinary True Story of One Woman's Lifelong Devotion to Animal Rescue50 reviews Terri Crisp, Samantha Glen Pocket Books, 1996 About the Noah's Wish Investigation This is in response to the post about Terry Crisp's organization being investigated by California's Attorney General's office. This is what's posted on her website: Noah's Wish Board of Directors, March 26, 2007 We are writing to inform you that Noah's Wish is in the midst of an ongoing civil investigation by the California Attorney General's office concerning funds received by Noah's Wish ...             The Compassionate Samurai: Being Extraordinary in an Ordinary World44 reviews Brian Klemmer Foghorn Publishers, 2007 Read COMPASSIONATE SAMURAI, and Then Pay It Forward COMPASSIONATE SAMURAI is by far the best book written by the extraordinary Brian Klemmer to date. Partnered with Randy Pausch's THE LAST LECTURE, COMPASSIONATE SAMURAI out-SECRETs THE SECRET by helping to better put things into very clear, concrete, practical, everyday terms as regards how to live one's Life--helping to truly create a world that works for everyone with no one left out. Is this ...             From Day One: CEO Advice to Launch an Extraordinary Career51 reviews William J. White Prentice Hall, 2005 How valuable is Bill White's famous "From Day One" book? How valuable is Bill White's famous "From Day One" book? And does it really help Top performing students? I am finishing my master's degree at Stanford University in Management Science & Engineering. Having many doors open can sometimes turn into a nightmare: "Which opportunity to pick?", "Based on what criteria?", and all the "What if?" scenarios one can imagine, pile up one after the ...             The Elephant in the Playroom: Ordinary Parents Write Intimately and Honestly About the Extraordinary Highs ...38 reviews Denise Brodey Hudson Street Press, 2007 Like a handheld support group! I never write reviews but felt the need for this one. I recommend this book for any parent who is struggling with the ups and downs of raising a special needs child. This book has many stories about many real people, stories you relate to, or make you cry in happiness, or even sadness when you look at the gravity of your own situation. The strength of other parents is inspiring. This is a great ...             The Pianist: The Extraordinary Story of One Man's Survival in Warsaw, 1939-45100 reviews Wladyslaw Szpilman, Wilm Hosenfeld, ... Thorndike Pr, 2000 Incredible journey! One of those amazing stories that makes you realize just how much the human spirit can take, and still survive. And just how inhumane we humans can be towards each other. Once you start reading, you won't be able to put this down.             The Deep: The Extraordinary Creatures of the Abyss64 reviews Claire Nouvian University Of Chicago Press, 2007 Astonishing... Words really can't describe this book. It's just page after page of astonishing photos of creatures from the deep sea. All the photos are of the highest technical excellence, and the creatures displayed seem like they must be from another planet. The most exotic land animals you've ever seen come off as quite mundane in comparison to what you'll see in The Deep.             Kiss Theory Good Bye: Five Proven Ways to Get Extraordinary Results in Any Company38 reviews Bob Prosen Gold Pen Publishing, 2006 Kiss Theory Goodbye Bob Prosen has nailed it with this practical methodology for achieving results in businesses. His easy to read style with honest, truthful, practical points make this a handy tool for those days when we can find outselves stuck in the mire. Bulleted points and checklists make this volumn easy to go back to time and time again for refreshers. Whether you are a process oriented manager, or a ...             Positive Energy: 10 Extraordinary Prescriptions for Transforming Fatigue, Stress and Fear into Vibrance, ...137 reviews Judith Orloff Random House Large Print, 2004 Protect yourself from energy vampires! I received this book as a gift, and I really enjoyed it. Many of us sometimes come into contact with the people Dr. Orloff refers to as energy vampires; those people who leave us feeling tired and drained. She provides us with 10 prescriptions for boosting our energy and combating energy vampires. My favorite is "find a nurturing spiritual path that fits your own beliefs and inner ...             The Bread Baker's Apprentice: Mastering the Art of Extraordinary Bread169 reviews Peter Reinhart Ten Speed Press, 2001 I Cannot Praise This Book Enough Prior to purchasing this cookbook, the only bread cookbook I used was "The Bread Bible" by Rose Levy Beranbaum. I didn't think anything could top "The Bread Bible", so I was skeptically optimistic about "The Bread Baker's Apprentice". So far, the recipes I've tried have equaled the recipes in the Bread Bible. Peter Reinhart's cinnamon roll dough is wonderful, and with Peter Reinhart's bread ...             The Israelis : Ordinary People in an Extraordinary Land35 reviews Donna Rosenthal Free Press, 2003 2008: One of Great Books of 2008 This new 2008 edition is a wonderful gift for readers of different religions, political backgrounds and ages. I was born and raised in Baghdad, Iraq. As soon as I started reading The Israelis, I simply could not put it down. I learned about many varied faces of Israelis. The clear and easy prose and style of writing, the historical and political facts, the colorful anecdotes are ...             War Letters: Extraordinary Correspondence from American Wars35 reviews Andrew Carroll audible.com TearJerker This book is awesome, I have read it numerous times. My heart goes out to the letters writers and receivers... I urge you to spread the word of this book... It will really open your eyes to see that Military Personel and their signifigant others are real people, with real feelings... I really look forward to another book like this coming out. I will definately buy it.             Gold In The Water: The True Story Of Ordinary Men And Their Extraordinary Dream Of Olympic Glory34 reviews P. H. Mullen Turtleback Books Distributed by Demco Media, 2004 Great motivating story that will inspire you do follow your dreams... P.H. Mullen's Gold in the Water is a story that i first came into contact with a couple years ago. It is a fast paced true tale about average men trying to accomplish their goals. Reading the story over and over has helped me get through the hard times in and out of the pool. You don't need to be a swimmer to appreciate this story, but it does help. As I am in film school now, this is one ...             The Spirit of Lo : An Ordinary Family's Extraordinary Journey29 reviews Terry Detrich, Don Detrich Mind Matters, 2000 Lo's Story Will Be With Me Always I cried my tears as I read your story. I am still in awe over the ability of the human spirit in adversity. Lo and her family have touched thousands of hearts thru their lives and thru their book, no doubt inspiring countless others to stretch themselves to do something they fear is impossible, or to forge ahead when life seems like "too much to handle". Now, when I catch myself complaining ...             Fallingwater Rising: Frank Lloyd Wright, E. J. Kaufmann, and America's Most Extraordinary House25 reviews Franklin Toker Knopf, 2003 Architect's Review: I must say that as an architect who has been practicing for over 25 years, I have not read any book quite like this before that reaches so deeply into the creation of a master work such as Fallingwater. I have always "appreciated" FLW work but only recently have more fully understood what he has accomplished and created in built architectural works that to me borders on magical and genius at the ...             Leading at the Edge : Leadership Lessons from the Extraordinary Saga of Shackleton's Antarctic Expedition25 reviews Dennis N. T. Perkins, Margaret P. Holtman, ... AMACOM, 2000 Invaluable lessons for business or life! A fantastic text based on an epic journey. The history of Shackleton's ill-fated expedition is a sharp contrast to the modern view which epitomizes personal liberty as the highest virtue. This book features vignettes from an expedition faced with nearly insurmountable odds that highlight the difficult choices faced by Shackleton and his men. In the face of adversity, they managed to endure, ...             Gardening by Heart: The Extraordinary Gift of an Ordinary Garden (Sierra Club Books Publication)25 reviews Joyce McGreevy Sierra Club Books, 2000 Dear Sister, We have a new best friend! Dear Sister, We have a new best friend. Joy! Today is Book Club day, and Joyce McGreevy, the author of "Gardening by Heart" is coming to talk to/with our group. We just finished her book and I loved it. It isn't a novel. It is not a self-help book. It isn't a gardening book. It isn't a poetry book. It is a poetic story about nurturing our hearts, our gardens. Hmm, is it a story? No, actually. ...             SMALL MIRACLES CASSETTE: Extraordinary Coincidences from Everyday Life38 reviews Yitta Halberstam Sound Ideas, 1998 enjoyable, heartwarming, universal, read a story every night I found this unique book of coincidences to be remarkable. While the authors relate it to Jewish principles, giving a moral or rule at the end of each 'episode,' their statements are applicable to those of all faiths. There were short, short stories, short stories and those a few pages long. But all showed the positive human spirit that exists in everyone of us if we give ourselves a chance and ...             The Answer: Grow Any Business, Achieve Financial Freedom, and Live an Extraordinary Life31 reviews Simon & Schuster Audio, 2008 Continuation of The Secret! Yes, the Law of Attraction lives on and the author does a great follow up of The Secret and other books on this topic. I have to tell you there are many out there and this is such easy reading. However, would like to recommend my favorite because not only does it give information, but shows you how through exercises and a journal to record your transformation,Living The Secret Everyday: My ...             No Greater Love: Being an Extraordinary Mom25 reviews Loren Slocum Golden Books Pub Co (Adult), 1999 A Special Gift for New or Seasoned Moms In her book, No Greater Love, Loren captures motherhood in words as Anne Geddes captures babies through a camera lens. She has the phenomenal ability to ask simple questions that allow moms, new or seasoned, to notice how they appear in the eyes of their child and to savour all the magic moments, large and small. I get so excited when I hear someone I know is expecting. 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