books about: institutes     books:       Biological diversity and environmental protection: Authorities to reduce risk48 reviews Robert L Fischman Environmental Law Institute, 1991 Dreikurs Children the Challenge I raised my children on this philosophy, a few things I disagreed with but most of his basic principles were extremely beneficial, considering there were 2 children and my husband was an only child and my sister was 14 years older, so we had no idea about sibling interactions. The 2 children are now 37 & 39 and decent, responsible human beings, and they are very close as brother and sister. ...             With the Old Breed: At Peleliu and Okinawa (Classics of Naval Literature)201 reviews E. B. Sledge US Naval Institute Press, 1996 The best on WW2 overall. There are so many reasons to pan a book like this, writting, viewpoint, historical accuracy, but this book gets 5 stars in all catagories. So true, so full of action, so sad, so much to say. My true interest lies on the Eastern Front between Germany and Russia, but this was so good it is my favorite of WW2 in spite of the subject matter. Wow.             The Anatomy of Peace69 reviews Berrett-Koehler Publishers, 2008 An apparently additional redundant POSITIVE review Well, that is pretty impressive. At the time of writing this review there are currently 64 reviews, and of those 59 are 5-star and 5 are 4-star. Really, that should say a lot. The Arbinger Institute has crafted one of the best works on understanding the root of peace in humanity that I have ever seen. The "warring in your heart" concept is something we all probably innately understand, but ...             Three Cups of Tea: One Man's Mission to Promote Peace . . . One School at a Time1336 reviews Greg Mortenson, David Oliver Relin Penguin (Non-Classics), 2007 Excellent humanitarian efforts This is a great book about promoting peace through education. I highly recommend this book if you wish to be inspired about the caring and sacrificing one person can make.             The Law90 reviews Frederick Bastiat Ludwig von Mises Institute, 2007 The Law Bastiat's Law is one of the most important documents you could ever read. It is the basis for the philosophy of liberty, and without adherence to these ideals liberty cannot last. This should be required reading in school, but once you read what this french philosopher had to say you may start to understand why those who tax us cannot afford to have too many people read this book.             Fields of Fire (Bluejacket Books)90 reviews James H. Webb US Naval Institute Press, 2000 "Fields of Fire" James Webb (now US Senator Webb) has written one of the best works of fiction about the Vietnam War. He deftly characterizes the people and the place. The US Marines suffered horribly in Vietnam. This book captures the horror, heroism, and comaraderie of combat better than any book in recent memory.             Successful interventions with sex offenders: Learning what works44 reviews Cheryl Darling Milloy Washington State Institute for Public Policy, 1991 The story of art This is a beautiful book with comprehensive text. It is written in common English that anyone should understand. I already have a copy I received as a gift and bought this copy for my grandaughter who will enter college this year to study Art History.             Lust for life: A novel of Vincent van Gogh46 reviews Irving Stone The Heritage Press, 1936 Living for Lust I should have read this biography sooner. I used to be in love with his paintings, and even fantasized that IF I were to travel back in time, I would've married him -- all this BEFORE I read this book. After I read it I found out that there was one such infatuated woman (Margot), and also a tragic unrequited love story that led him to religion and then to painting. Anyone who is creative will ...             Ella enchanted1078 reviews Gail Carson Levine Braille Institute of America, 1999 Cinderella Who? by Sara Martinez Many young girls dream of having a fairy tale life just like the ones that appear in Disney movies such as Cinderella, but what happens when these girls grow into young ladies and expect a little more than your usual fairy tale? In her novel Ella Enchanted, Gail Carson Levine adds a whole new twist to the familiar story of Cinderella. With the use of point of view, characterizations and themes, ...             Homer Price59 reviews Robert McCloskey Braille Institute, 1995 Nostalgic hilarity for young people and adults as well! You'll roll on the floor holding your splitting sides when you read about Homer Price and the crazy doughnut machine. This is great midwestern 40s stuff, still suitable today for both early teens and self-actualized adults alike. Homer Price is a kid who's oblivious to difficult challenges. His antics causes each of us to mentally return to the days when frutrations were few and obstructions ...             The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution of the United States of America33 reviews Cato Institute, 2000 DOI & Constitution, No More No Less This little book which is compact enough to be carried in your back pants pocket has a terrific intro by the Cato Institute. Beyond that, it is just what it says it is - no more no less. For $5, an excellent value. Every American should read this & carry it with them, & the most patriotic among us, do. It may come as quite a surprise to many who do read it (sadly, most who pick up this book ...             Reach for the Sky: The Story of Douglas Bader, Legless Ace of the Battle of Britain (Bluejacket Books)29 reviews Paul Brickhill US Naval Institute Press, 2001 Reach For The Sky I read this book when I was 9 yrs. old and now that I read it again I think that this is one of those books that I will keep and read over and over. This is a riveting story that makes you feel like you are there experiencing the events yourself.             Angel in the Waters35 reviews Regina Doman Sophia Institute Press, 2004 amazing This book showed up on my reccomended list a couple of months ago. Hmmm, I thought--I'll chance it. Since then I've given copies to: --a 3 year old preparing for baptism --a friend in the middle of potentially bad news about her pregnancy --the teen mother of a child who died at 5 months gestation (I read it at the memorial service) --the mother of a 19 year old killed in a car crash Oh, ...             A Sense of Honor: A Novel (Bluejacket Books)35 reviews James H. Webb US Naval Institute Press, 1995 Quelled on the wing like eagles struck in air. . . It's been 15 years since I read this book the first time as a Midshipman. While quite a bit has changed in my life since then, I am amazed at how quickly A Sense of Honor took me back to my youthful days at USNA. As I read Webb's story this time, I was amazed at how differently it affected me and how greatful I am for my own experiences and relationships I took from the Academy. They call ...             Before Jerusalem Fell: Dating the Book of Revelation30 reviews Kenneth L. Gentry Institute for Christian Economics, 1989 Complete and Convincing This book is a gem of scholarly research. When all the data is pieced together the preterist eschatology is quite compelling. Gentry respectfully reviews the arguments from the late-date scholars and shows that most (but not all) of the evidence comes down to one quotation of Irenaeus. Then Gentry pieces all of Revelation's internal evidence together with the historical record to provide a very ...             The Good Bye Book: How To Heal A Broken Heart In 30 Days28 reviews Howard Bronson, Mike Riley Listening Institute, 2000 Simplistic Title, Substantive Book I thought this would be an easy read. Boy, was I wrong. Well, it *was* easy to read because it is very clearly written, and very direct and focused. It took me longer than expected to read because the SUBSTANCE of the book is so compelling. The chapters and exercises really hit home and provoke a lot of contemplation and action. I have already ordered a copy for a friend and highly recommend ...             Fighter Combat: Tactics and Maneuvering35 reviews Ro Shaw US Naval Institute Press, 1985 Excellent Text Not For The Casual Reader This book is a serious educational tool for modern fighter pilots. I tried reading it in high school when I thought I wanted to "grow up to be a fighter pilot." The best thing about it is that I learned that being a fighter pilot requires a lot more knowledge of math and physics than I'd ever imagined. Real fighter jocks have to be a great deal smarter than they are portrayed in movies. The ...             Chocolates and Confections: Formula, Theory, and Technique for the Artisan Confectioner41 reviews Peter P. Greweling, The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) Wiley, 2007 For any serious confectioner! As a Culinary Institute of America graduate, I was fortunate enough to take the Chocolates & Confections class that this book is based on. We used it as a textbook and it was such a huge help in understanding the theory behind candymaking. Chef Grewling is a very knowledgable and enthusiastic instructor. The formulas in the book are the ones that we used in class, so trust me when I say they ...             Ally to Adversary: An Eyewitness Account of Iraq's Fall from Grace33 reviews Rick Francona US Naval Institute Press, 1999 A Revealing Narrative If you were an intelligence officer fluent in speaking Arabic and served in Iraq during its war with Iran and later as General Schwarzkopf's interpreter during Desert Shield and Desert Storm you would have a lot to tell that could not be found in American news reports--and Rick Francona does just that in Ally To Adversary. This book takes you into Iraq, Saudi Arabia, and Kuwait, where you will ...             The Art of the Soloperformer28 reviews Steve Rapson American Success Institute, 2000 Entertaining, honest and educational I am a professional trainer who follows the literature in the presentation field. I am also skeptical of the advice you find in "how-to" books on presentations. The material is either too academic lacking life experience, self-serving from an author on an ego-trip or simply not relevant to my experiences as a trainer. Steve Rapson's book is entertaining, honest and educational. 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