books by Arbutus Press     books:       Motorcycling Across Indiana William Murphy Arbutus Press, 2008 Indiana: Corn fields, basketball, Larry Bird, Amish buggies, the Indy 500, Gary steel mills and MOTORCYCLING! So says Bill Murphy, devotee of two-wheel travel and author of two previous guides to Midwest motorcycle touring. Like other states in the great American Midwest, Indiana offers fabulous motorcycling... meandering roads through beautiful countryside, forests dissected by twisting pavement laid alongside bedrock cliffs, waterfalls and ...             A Spy on the Bus Margean Gladysz Arbutus Press, 2008 An adventuresome eighteen-year-old college grad hires on with Greyhound Bus line in 1946 as a company spy. Her job is to pose as a passenger on the bus and spy on the bus drivers, reporting back any theft, reckless driving, drinking, or anything else that would endanger the passengers or interfere with the company's profits. Margean wrote daily letters home to her parents on the farm in Michigan describing her life as a company inspector and ...             Words to the Wise: A Lighthearted Look at the English Language1 review Michael Sheehan Arbutus Press, 2004 Eats and Stays "Words to the Wise," in my opinion, is much more useful than "Eats, Shoots and Leaves." There are a couple of reasons for this. First of all, the British book contains a number of punctuation rules which simply don't apply in America; quotation marks are handled differently on each side of the Atlantic, for instance. Secondly, Sheehan's book doesn't limit itself merely to punctuation, as Truss' ...             Motorcycling Across Ohio2 reviews William Murphy Arbutus Press, 2006 This is not a travel guide I've read and used the book to discover new things about Ohio while riding my motorcycle. I've had the wonderful experience of spending a fair amount of time with the author. He is a unique meticulous individual who has taken an approach to publishing a motorcycling book that has not been done before. If you want to buy a book that hits all the "points of interest" buy a travel book, there ...             Motorcycling Across Michigan4 reviews William Murphy Arbutus Press, 2006 A Must for Michigan Motorcyclists!! This book is a must for any motorcyclist in Michigan. William Murphy details different runs throughout Michigan down to hotels, where to eat, local history, even gives you mile markers for each city. If you are tired of the same local runs, this book highlights the best and scenic roads our state has. Also, In the back he highlights emergency numbers, hotels, bike shops, and many clubs. ...             Driving Michigan: Mile by Mile on I-75 Leslie Mertz Arbutus Press, 2008 Driving Michigan: Mile by Mile on I-75 challenges travelers on this freeway to engage their curiosity as the scenery goes by. Author Leslie Mertz presents some history, geology, biology and interesting facts at various exits and mile markers along the entire length of the Interstate Highway - I-75 in Michigan. She developed "brain busters" to quiz passengers about many topics related to Michigan, sort of like Trivial Pursuit without the game ...             Cherry Home Companion: A Cherry Cookbook1 review Patty Lanoue Stearns Arbutus Press, 2002 Cherry Home Companion I can't imagine a world without cherries or this great book about how to bring them to your table with style. All of the recipes in the Cherry Home Companion are uncomplicated and yield magnificent results. One of the recipes is an absolute necessity for a memorable brunch: (Chef) Rich Travis' Cherry Mascarpone French Toast hot from the oven with dollops of whipped cream brings raves every ...             Asylum for the Insane: A History of the Kalamazoo State Hospital1 review William A. Decker, M.D. Arbutus Press, 2007 Excellent history of the development of U.S. Public Mental Health care Distinguished American psychiatrist William A. Decker, M.D. provides readers with a concise illustrated history of the development of public mental health care. Dr. Decker shares many insights gathered firsthand over several decades while caring for the mentally ill, reflecting upon historic and contemporary treatment methods. His commentary and perspective are unique as he was the last Medical ...             Strawberry Moon3 reviews Robert Underhill Arbutus Press, 2006 Great Debut! Set within the idyllic scenery of Michigan's "little finger", Robert Underhill's `Strawberry Moon' is an immensely readable and enjoyable mystery. Propelled by the strange disappearance of a local physician, the story follows small town sheriff, Hoss Davis, as he is thrust out of the lazy comfort of normal routine into the unfamiliar territory of a high profile murder investigation. As he and ...             Weekend Canoeing in Michigan: The Rivers, The Towns, The Taverns4 reviews Doc Fletcher Arbutus Press, 2008 Attention Michigan enthusiasts... I never tire of vacationing in Michigan, there is so much to do and see, and Weekend Canoeing in Michigan by Doc Fletcher is a wonderful addition to my collection of travel books. The pictures are beautiful and the historical tidbits are morsels to savor. I read the book in one sitting and laughed out loud all the way through. His writing style and sense of humor makes sure that every chapter ...             Page One: Hit and Run1 review Nancy Barr Arbutus Press, 2006 Hit and Run is a Hit Michigan's Upper Peninsula is an unusual setting for a mystery novel, yet that is the least reason Nancy Barr's first book is unusual. Mystery novels rise and fall on two things: believable characters who act like real people, and details that bring the story to life. Page One: Hit and Run introduces new characters in the early chapters, but hits its stride quickly, partially because of the ...             Mac's Mackinac Island Adventure3 reviews Mary Beth Vachon Arbutus Press, 2005 Mac is cute Cute kid's book especially if you've ever been to Mackinac Island. Good story.             Hope for Carsonville4 reviews Erin Q. Hartman Arbutus Press, 2007 I LOVE this book!!!! First, I have to admit that the author is a friend, and that I read a lot of the book before it was published. But it IS a great book. Her family was dysfunctional, but she shows how a child can grow up with love and faith despite a less-than-perfect, non-suburban, non-Yuppie childhood. Parts are hilarious and parts are sad. It's a lot like real life. I have read a lot of books, and ...             Page One: Vanished3 reviews Nancy Barr Arbutus Press, 2007 Set in a land apart Nancy Barr's writing style is at ease, especially in her second mystery novel as Nancy gets comfortable in her mystery writing career. I love the setting - Michigan's rugged Upper Peninsula - and Barr takes us all over the land apart to find 5 missing girls. Can't wait for the next in the Robin Hamilton series.             The Way It Was: Stories from the Grand Traverse Region Larry Wakefield Arbutus Press, 2006 In this collection of stories, historian Larry Wakefield, offers a short excursion into the amazing landscape of The Way It Was in the Grand Traverse Region.             The Wild Upriver and Other Stories (And Other)2 reviews James McVey Arbutus Press, 2005 Stories batter the reader's heart with pain and beauty The loneliness of male adolescence has never been more movingly articulated.             Almost Lost: Building and Preserving Heritage Hill, Grand Rapids, Michigan (Building)1 review Thomas H. Logan Arbutus Press, 2004 Amazing historic preservation story As a fan of historic architecture, this book not only gave me the visual pleasure of beautiful old Victorian-era houses through great photos, but also helped me to understand the important issues this community (and most likely others) face when fighting against industrial and commercial encroachment of historic neighborhoods. The story is a triumph for grass roots activism.             Vintage Views of the Mackinac Straits Region M. Christine Byron & Thomas R. Wilson Arbutus Press, 2007 Vintage Views of the Mackinac Straits Region of Michigan is a pictorial history of the region focusing on vacationing and tourism. The book uses vintage views to portray Mackinaw City, St. Ignace, Mackinac Island, the car ferries, and the famous Mackinac Bridge. Historical photographs, old postcards, advertisements, maps and other ephemera are paired with quotations taken from old promotional brochures, newspapers and magazines. Messages from ...             Historic Cottages of Mackinac Island2 reviews Susan Stites Arbutus Press, 2001 Beautiful book Organized and well researched. Interesting era in Michigan's history.             My Man Stan (Magic Radio)1 review Tim Wendel, Stan Mikita (Foreword) Arbutus Press, 2006 A favorite for kids who like sports! I bought this book for my nephew, but being a long time hockey fan I decided to take a peek and ended up reading the book myself. I liked the whole magic radio concept with the main character Alex going back in time with his Grandfather to witness a hockey game in the 1960's. The book meshes a great storyline with the true tale of Stan Mikita, one of hockey's all time greats, who battles ...              search for books adventure, building, canoeing, carsonville, companion, cookbook, cottages, driving, english, heritage, historic, history, hospital, indiana, kalamazoo, language, lighthearted, mackinac, michigan, motorcycling, preserving, stories, straits, strawberry, taverns, traverse, upriver, vanished, vintage, weekend books:    Kindle - Amazon's New Wireless Reading Device This is the future of book reading. I have used it and love it! randomly chosen health & personal care: Biolage by Matrix Hydratherapie Hydrating Shampoo 33.8 Ounces we recommend A Must for Michigan Motorcyclists!! leave a comment home  impressum - about us