books by Key Porter Books     books:       The Last Grand Duchess: Her Imperial Highness Grand Duchess Olga Alexandrovna, 1 June 1882-24 November 196010 reviews Ian Vorres Key Porter Books, 2001 A book to be savored I normally race through books like a speed demon, but this was so enjoyable I read it s-l-o-w-l-y - and several times. Olga was a woman raised in the lap of luxury in the Russian court but was able and willing to work at hard physical labor on farms in Denmark and Canada for decades without apparent bitterness at what many might consider her "fall" from high status. At the very end of her life ...             Dance with the Devil: A Memoir of Murder and Loss9 reviews Dave Bagby Key Porter Books, 2007 My greatest sympathy I have not yet read this book, but have just finished watching the documentary regarding Andrew and Zachary. I am beside myself at this story and just want to let all know that this story is one worth reading. The woman who perpetrated these crimes against this family was a sick, demented woman who should have never been let back into society. The protection she was given is astounding to me. I ...             Multiple Sclerosis (Your Personal Health)9 reviews Paul O'Connor Key Porter Books terrific resource I bought this book two days after being diagnosed - it was so helpful in understanding what was going on, how to deal with specific symptoms, what to watch out for, etc. It also explained the treatments - from the steroids to the ABC drugs. I sent sopies to my mom and dad because they were freaking out over the whole diagnosis and I didn;t have enough strength for all of us. Knowledge is power ...             Clueless in the Kitchen : A Cookbook for Teens25 reviews Evelyn Raab Key Porter Books, 1998 Don't let the title fool you This book may say "for teens", and when I read "teens", I thought, cinnamon toast and french bread pizzas. These are all full-fledged meals, "made from scratch" recipes that ANYBODY can do. I find this cookbook very informative and easy to understand; you WILL use this book!             The Neighborhood Forager: A Guide for the Wild Food Gourmet8 reviews Robert K. Handerson Key Porter Books, 2000 Don't Know What to Do With That Weed? Eat It! The Neighborhood Forager is a very informative and enjoyable book. It not only tells about the plants in our backyards and by-ways but gives historical information, recipes, warnings and dyer's tips. Mr. Henderson writes with humor and personal anecdotes which makes the book a good read even if you're not into foraging.             American Raj: America and the Muslim World9 reviews Eric Margolis Key Porter Books, 2009 A Profound Grasp of History and its Ramifications With "American Raj", we are fortunate indeed to have as narrator an author with decades of experience in the hot spots of the world, an author who really gets it. Given his encyclopedic-knowledge of the Middle East and South Asia, and Were it within my power, I would unhesitatingly nominate Mr. Margolis for the post of U.S. Secretary of State. Laid out in exhaustingly researched detail, ...             And No Birds Sang13 reviews Farley Mowat Key Porter Books, 1993 EXCELLENT FIRST HAND ACCOUNT OF WAR This is a much overlooked classic now days. Mr. Mowat has given us a vivid first hand account of his expierences during WWII and this book ranks at the top of such works. Not only do we get a first hand view of the actual fighting (found in many/most accounts), but we also see the other side of the war. The horrible loneliness and boredom. Mr. Mowat is an acute observer of human nature, ...             Sharkwater: The Photographs8 reviews Rob Stewart Key Porter Books, 2007 Unreal Adventure ! A MUST read! This is a fantastic story and pictoral documentation of a amazing journey. The revelations about sharks and an industry of profound disregard for their well being, are profound. I could not put this book down. A shark, nature, or ecology minded readers must have book!             Alligator Pie (Alligator Tales)7 reviews Dennis Lee Key Porter Books, 2008 My Childhood Favorite The Alligator Pie series filled my childhood with fun and whimsy. I'm pregnant now and I want to buy a whole new collection so that my child will remember "Peter was a pilot, who flew a jumbo jet, who crashed in Lake Ontario and got his bottom wet." Silly and fun.             The Clueless Baker : Baking from Scratch7 reviews Evelyn Raab Key Porter Books, 2001 Mama's Little Girl I moved recently...which included 17 boxes of cookbooks. So I know cookbooks. Baking in particular is my passion. I'm pleased that my daughter is walking in my footsteps as I purchased "The Clueless Baker" on her recommendation! The traditional favorite recipes in this book are clear, easy to follow, and most importantly very yummy. You'll find they are the flavors that you have been searching ...             The Holocaust in History5 reviews Michael R. Marrus Key Porter Books Ltd, 2000 An excellent tool This is not a book about the history of the Holocaust as much as a work on the historiography of the Holocaust. It is excellent, covering the various theoretical debates that exist in the literature and giving excellent guides to further reading. One note of caution: the book was published in 1987, and is now beginning to show its age a little as regards the latest synthesis of scholarly ...             The Centaur in the Garden6 reviews Moacyr Scliar Key Porter Books, 2003 A magical masterpiece of Brazilian literature "The Centaur in the Garden" is a superb novel by Brazilian writer Moacyr Scliar. The text has been translated from Portuguese into English by Margaret A. Neves. This brilliant fantasy describes the life of Guedali Tartakovsky, who is born to a Russian Jewish family that has emigrated to Brazil. The family is shocked when, at the baby's birth, they discover that he is a centaur: a being who is ...             Born Naked (General)5 reviews Farley Mowat Key Porter Books Ltd, 1994 If Only My Childhood Was Like His.... I've been a big fan of Farley Mowat's literary style since I first read Never Cry Wolf back in junior high school. Even as a 9th grade Earth Science teacher, I show the silver screen adaptation of this great novel. Born Naked, however, is of different 'stuff' than Never Cry Wolf. Here is a book written in a light, easy-to-read fashion that highlights his early years in this great world. We, the ...             Spirit Bear6 reviews C.Russell Key Porter Books Ltd, 1996 Wow! Great for any bear lover This is a fascinating story of rare and beautiful animals and the crew of research photographers who became intimately associated with them. It offers some startling revelations into the life and behavior of bears. The Spirit Bear, or Kermode Bear, is a white genetic variety of black bear, found only on Princess Royal Island off British Columbia. The region is also home to black bears and ...             Path of the Paddle: An Illustrated Guide to the Art of Canoeing6 reviews Bill Mason, Paul Mason Key Porter Books Ltd, 1995 Canoe technique - from the best Bill Mason and son Paul really get down to basics in canoe and paddling technique in this revised soft-cover paddling manual. This book is geared to those who want to learn everything there is about flat-water and white-water travelling. It's the most definitive guidebook on the market.             The Light After the Dark: Six True Stories of Triumph after all hope had gone...7 reviews Alvin Abram Key Porter Books, 1998 Excellent reading. I thoroughly enjoyed it. This book is solely from the heart. The author certainly took a lot of time and care to research this book and wrote it with a lot of feeling. I cannot wait until Alvin Abram writes another book even a sequel would be thrilling to read once again. I have recommended this book to all of my friends here in Toronto and abroad. I am sure they too will derive as much pleasure as I did in reading ...             Jesper6 reviews Carol Matas Key Porter Books, 1989 What a Suspenseful Book!!! This book, "Jesper", a sequel to "Lisa", is a quite suspenseful story for a topic on war. Stories that have themes on war always seem boring to me, but these two books have changed my likes for books. This is an overview of what the book is mainly about: Jesper and his fellow resistance fighters help bring their home country to freedom from their opposing country, Germany. Denmark's Allies, ...             Conquering Obesity: Your Guide to Healthy and Successful Weight Management6 reviews Lance Levy Key Porter Books Ltd, 2002 worth more than any other hundred books on obesity The author of this small book has really listened to overweight patients and has an analysis of obesity I have never heard of before: that it is not a single disorder, but a SYMPTOM of many different problems and health considerations unique to each obese individual. Dr Levy, a Canadian, is far more intelligent, realistic, and interested in his patients than any American MD of my experience, far ...             Song of the Paddle an Illustrated Guide to Wilderness7 reviews B. Mason Key Porter Books, 1988 The best book on "Living in the Outdoors" Bill Mason was one of the best writers on canoeing period. He uses humor throughout the book and gives canoeists and campers of all kinds practical tips on the outdoors, canoeing and life in general. I highly recommend this book as an addition to anyone's library. Especially those of us who enjoy canoeing and understanding others' thoughts on the outdoors.              search for books 1882-24, alexandrovna, alligator, america, american, canoeing, centaur, clueless, conquering, cookbook, gourmet, healthy, highness, history, holocaust, illustrated, imperial, management, multiple, neighborhood, november, obesity, personal, photographs, sclerosis, sharkwater, stories, successful, triumph, wilderness books:    Kindle - Amazon's New Wireless Reading Device This is the future of book reading. I have used it and love it! randomly chosen music: Fair With Her Firstborn home  impressum - about us