All You Need to Be Impossibly French: A Witty Investigation into the Lives, Lusts, and Little Secrets of French Women

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The allure of the Frenchwoman—sexy, sophisticated, flirtatious, and glamorous—is legendary. More than an eye for fashion or a taste for elegance, the French je ne sais quoi embodies the essential ingredients for looking and feeling beautiful.

With wit, whimsy, and wonder, British expatriate Helena Frith Powell uncovers the secrets of chic living in All You Need to Be Impossibly French, a cheeky guide to releasing your inner Frenchwoman. Delving deep into a mysterious realm of face creams, silk lingerie, and shopping- as-exercise, Powell reveals how French women stay impossibly thin and irresistibly sexy by achieving the maximum effect from the minimum amount of effort. Forget diet and inspiration books and style guides—this is all you need to embrace the wisdom of French living, and learn how to turn every day into la petite aventure.

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Interesting Stories.......2007-08-28

Interesting stories, but of course not all of it is true. The author tells amusing tales of her "fish out of water" experiences with French women; it's a wonderfully interesting culture. That the French women never leave the house looking grungy seems to be the main focus of the book, however, as the author focuses mainly on the fact that Parisian women refuse to "let themselves go" once they're married or when they grow old.

I wasn't mystified and awed by the concept of women who wished to look put-together at all times, I was more interested in the bits about their love of art, intellectuals, celebrity, etc.

Still, this book was a great fun read and though it's a broad generalization, I'd still recommend it to anyone looking for a good afternoon book.

If this book doesn't "tweak" you, you are in bad shape.......2007-08-25

I am too old for all this but I enjoyed it no end. I bought three copies for my girls (they will truly love this book. I guarantee it) it makes one feel "alivea' again and it makes you want to go out immediately and purchase matching underwear.

don't waste your time.......2007-08-21

This book is not funny as many readers have said. It gets very boring in a number of chapters. It basically describes French women as self absorbed, jealous, shallow, and uppity. The author seems obsessed with her own looks and weight. She paints all other women in comparison with the French as ugly, frumpy, dispassionate, and totally out of touch with their sensual selves. If you are looking for a boost to your self esteem and you aren't French do yourself a favor and Don't waste you time with this one.

Amusing bit of froth, but that's all.......2007-06-13

This reads like a typical article in Cosmo (the Doxy's Digest) puffed up into book length. Frith Powell is witty, and occasionally sharp-eyed. She doesn't mince words about the Frenchwoman's self-absorption, competitiveness, and lack of interest in female friendships; these qualities come across as quite cold. But Frith Powell also blathers on obsessively about the Frenchwoman's thinness, disciplined cultivation of her appearance, "waxed legs," perfect haircuts, and all the other surface adornments whose fault is just that: they're surface. Frith Powell adds that Frenchwomen regard their intellects as further tools of seduction. Frith Powell's own intellect seems all over the place, as she adds a number of dubious (or sometimes just plain false)historical details about long-dead Frenchwomen to prove her theories. The writer Colette, for example, did not "dance drunk on tables" in her sixties. By that time she had severe arthritis and would have had quite a problem clambering up there. Nor did Colette "marry her son-in-law." She had an affair with her stepson, which is bad enough, but not quite the same. Frith Powell makes a number of other careless mistakes. If she was going to bring up these examples, she should have bothered to get them right.

entertaining light read- very true!.......2007-05-13

Helena Frith Powell's book is a lighthearted glimpse at how real French women live. It's fairly true to life. Having lived in France for 9 years, I felt like there were passages I had experienced myself first hand. I particularly like the part about getting fitted for fancy lingerie. The section on sex and adultery actually went way beyond what I had imagined it to be. Her vision really is very elite and she interviews some of the power players in French society, fashion and political life. I kept wondering how it might have been different if centered more on 'regular' French women.

Life's Little Instruction Book: 511 Suggestions, Observations, and Reminders on How to Live a Happy and Rewarding Life

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WHAT A NIFTY LITTLE BOOK - DELIGHTFUL!
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Delightful and full of practical wisdom
Great to Give as a Gift.
An OK book.

Life's Little Instruction Book: 511 Suggestions, Observations, and Reminders on How to Live a Happy and Rewarding Life
H. Jackson Brown
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ASIN: 1558538356

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H. Jackson Brown, Jr. originally wrote Life's Little Instruction Book™ as a gift for his son who was leaving home to begin his freshman year in college. Brown says, "I read years ago that it was not the responsibility of parents to pave the road for their children but to provide a road map, and I wanted to provide him with what I had learned about living a happy and rewarding life." Life's Little Instruction Book™ is a guidebook that gently points the way to happiness and fulfillment. The observations are direct, simple, and as practical as an umbrella.

"But it's not just for young people," says Brown. "Most of us already know how to live a successful and purposeful life. We know we should be more understanding and thoughtful, more responsible, courageous and appreciative. It's just that we sometimes need reminding." Life's Little Instruction Book™ is that reminder, as well as the perfect gift for a relative or a friend who needs encouragement at any time of the year.

Never give up on anybody. Miracles happen every day.
Be brave. Even if you're not, pretend to be. No one can tell the difference.
Think big thoughts, but relish small pleasures.
Learn to listen. Opportunity sometimes knocks softly.
Never deprive someone of hope; it might be all they have.
Be kinder than necessary.
Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.
Commit yourself to constant self-improvement.
Don't major in minor things.
Never cut what can be untied.

Since its debut in 1991, Life's Little Instruction Book™ has revolutionized the publishing industry. This little plaid book, which has been embraced the world over, has sold more than nine million copies, spent more than two years atop the New York Times bestseller list, and has been translated into 33 languages. Though originally written as a gift from a father to a son, its simple message has been enjoyed by men and women of all ages around the world.

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WHAT A NIFTY LITTLE BOOK - DELIGHTFUL!.......2007-10-13

There are literally dozens of these little books, or little books like this one around today. You can seem them on many a desk of offices across the country. Most of them are pretty good at best, and rather mundane at worse. This one though is quite a few notches above most of the pack. H. Jackson Brown Jr. has given us over 500 (511 to be exact), short bits of wisdom in the form of little one liners. I've read them all and to be frank, actually learned much from most of them and was reminded of a lot of things that have been pushed to the back of my mind over the years. These are little thoughts and zaps of wisdom that simply make your life more pleasing to live and most of them make you smile and feel a bit better. Little things like "floss your teeth everyday," sort of reminds me of my dad. Little things, yes, but don't all the little things all add up in our lives to make a whole? This is a great gift or a great buy for yourself. You will be richer for having read it.

Small Book Great Value!.......2007-08-30

Very insightful thoughts that teaches a lot of things.
A great buy for such a small book!

Delightful and full of practical wisdom.......2007-06-30

This is the second volume in a series. It is delightful, easy to read and full of practical wisdom. It can be read in one sitting. The suggestions(512) are short, one or two sentences and were written by Brown to his son. The gems of wisdom are what you typically think of as being handed down from generation to generation.

It should not be read an stuffed in the bookshelf. While we probably have heard or know most of these bits of wisdom, we do need to be reminded of the thoughts. So it is helpful to read them ever so often. The more you read them, the deeper your understanding and appreciation of these truths.

A few of my favorites:

Act with courtesy and fairness regardless of how others treat you. Don't let them determine your response.

Spend your time and energy creating, not critizing.

Keep your private thoughts private.

Treat your employees with the same respect you give your clients.

When you lose, don't lose the lesson.

The book is entertaining and enlightening. Well worth reading a few times a year.

Great to Give as a Gift........2007-04-16

This should be a definite buy. Not necessarily for yourself (although you should read it), but as a gift to give to other people. I received this book as a gift from my mom many years ago and just recently found it amongst a box of books I had forgotten about. Many of the little bits of wisdom are just as fun to read now as they were then.

It contains all the one-liner wisdom you would expect from a loving parent or anyone trying to pass along their good intentions. It's definitely not a book you just sit down to read, as it is a little 5x7 booklet with 5-10 "one liners" per page, but a little reminder you could keep in a special spot and just glance at once in a while. I have taken mine out of the box to do just that.

The thing I really liked as I reread some of the book is that much of the "wisdom" can be pretty different than the run of the mill "feel good advice" you would normally expect. It apparently was written by a person who's sole intention was to impart this wisdom to his child. If that type of intention was written into this little booklet it's got to be good enough to give to others.

Get it, you won't be disappointed.

An OK book........2007-04-05

This book was mildly useful. Much of it was smarmy trash but there were a few tidbits that were worthwhile. For me, it is entertaining to read books like this.

Big Truths for Little Kids: Teaching Your Children to Live for God

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Great Introduction to Christianity
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Big Truths for Little Kids

Big Truths for Little Kids: Teaching Your Children to Live for God
Susan Hunt , and Richie Hunt
Manufacturer: Crossway Books
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These commandments that I give you today are to be upon your hearts. Impress them on your children. Deuteronomy 6:6-7a

Your children are a blessing from God. A gift that brings an abundance of joy and the privilege of teaching them God's ways. When they're young their potential to learn is amazing. And because actions and beliefs go hand in hand, the lessons they learn from you now will shape their lives forever.

This wonderful book, with its easy-to-use story format, can help you teach the basic truths of the Christian faith to your children. They'll learn right along with Caleb and Cassie that God's ways are the best--and that even as kids, they can live for His glory every day.

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Great Introduction to Christianity.......2007-09-27

I am using this book with our 3 year old son and it is a fantastic resource for teaching him about God. He's a little young for it, so I read it to him during lunch so I'll have a captive audience. Each chapter starts with questions and answers and then is followed by a story to demonstrate the truths learned in the question and answers. I know he's catching some of it because he'll ask me questions about a previous days story or my favorite when one day while reading about how Jesus commanded the water and wind to stop in another of his story books, he turns to me and asks me "Mama, can they (the disciples) see Jesus?" I tell him yes. He thinks for a moment and then asks "Mama, is he (Jesus) pretend?" "No sweetie, Jesus is real and they can see Him," I reply. Then he says "But we can't see God Mama." He had grabbed two concepts from Big Truths for Little Children: We cannot see God because He is a spirit and Jesus is God." So this lead to a disucssion of the Trinity, and I don't know how much he understood, but nonetheless he's picking it up bit by bit, precept upon precept.

Great Addition.......2007-06-29

This book has been a great addition to the Kid's Quest curriculum by GCP that we use for our Wed night kid's bible study! The chapters/stories are short, applicable and entertaining.

Wonderful book.......2006-05-26

What a wonderful book. The stories are just long enough to hold the attention of a child, but not so long that they get bored. We look forward to using it in our family devotion time every night.

Perfect Choice for Parents with Small Children!.......2005-11-05

I have a 6 year old son. My wife and I desired to teach him "Big Truths" but in a way that was interesting and fun. I began searching for books that would help us to do this. Finally, I found this book, "Big Truths for Little Kids". Perusing it at the store, I felt like it would fit the bill. But once I got it home and began reading it to my son, I knew it was the right choice! He loves hearing the stories in this book. The book uses short stories to teach kids biblical truths in a practical and insightful way for children. All of the stories have the same characters - Caleb, Cassie, Angus, Daniel, etc. After the first few stories, your child will know all the characters and relate to them. This makes the stories even better! My son looks forward to reading these stories with great anticipation. He thinks it's just fun, but all the while he is learning great spiritual truths that will help him grow into a man of honor and integrity. I cannot thank the authors enough for the wonderful service they have done by writing this book for children. Thank you!!!

Big Truths for Little Kids.......2005-10-04

This book is awesome. We are using it in our homeschool tutorial for open assembly. The children love the stories and they can hardly wait to hear the next one. It gives the children a firm foundation in Christ. The book also provokes further questions from the children. I highly recommend it for home or school use.

All the Little Live Things (Contemporary American Fiction)

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the hippie in the book was actually Ken Kesey
Recommended companion reading
"It is all treadmill."
"It is a reduction of our humanity to hide from pain, our own or others": An Older Man's Insight
Simply Stegner at his Best...and that means something!!!

All the Little Live Things (Contemporary American Fiction)
Wallace Stegner
Manufacturer: Penguin (Non-Classics)
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the hippie in the book was actually Ken Kesey.......2006-11-01

just a note for everyone
the hippie in the book was actually based on Ken Kesey

Recommended companion reading.......2006-06-02

This is my third Stegner novel including Angle of Repose and Crossing to Safety. All the Little Live Things has a more 'elemental' style than the other 2 novels. It is compact and extremely logical. There is not a throwaway sentence in the book. For anyone looking for deeper, relevant background reading - I suggest these pre-requisities prior to reading Little Live Things: Shakespears 'The Tempest' - where the literarary figures of 'Calaban (i.e., Peck)' and 'Prospero' are introduced. I would have been quite lost without having first read Tempest. Another great book that I think provides the 'mythological basis' for Little Live Things is Joseph Campbell's 'Pathways to Bliss'. In Campbell's book I learned the basic philosohpy of Jainism - which is the foundation for Marian Catlin's character as well as the title of the book. You get a better sense of the Joe Allison's heroic struggle as he confront his personal demons (personified by Peck)living deep in the gully across the 'spritual bridge' that he cannot bring himself to go across. Quite a hero's journey indeed.

"It is all treadmill.".......2005-08-28

Both very funny and very sad, this novel was a pleasure to read. Stegner creates a Garden of Eden for Joe Allston and his wife, but populates it with two serpents that disrupt their recuperative retirement; both Jim Peck and Marian Catlin interrupt the Allstons' peace and cause Joe to reflect on the meaning of his own life. As he learns by the end, "There is no way to step off the treadmill. It is all treadmill."

"It is a reduction of our humanity to hide from pain, our own or others": An Older Man's Insight .......2005-07-21

Wallace Stegner's _All the Little Live Things_ focuses on a nine-month period in 1967 in California and the lives of five neighboring families in a rural area on the verge of becoming a suburban subdivision. The first-person narrator, a crusty sixty-seven year old retired literary agent, Joe Allston, describes his relationships with his neighbors and his own struggles to maintain a healthy, ordered garden. Each of the five families has its own philosophy, whether explicit or implicit, and its own eccentricities. Much of the novel examines how people coexist and how lives become enmeshed. The Allston's garden, which despite Joe's efforts is constantly being overtaken by gophers and poison ivy, is a metaphor for how life all too often resists people's hopes and desires.

The Allstons are an older retired couple from Manhatten who have moved west to find solace and comfort in the anonymous quiet of gardening. The Welds have lived on the land for generations as farmers and with each generation must sell more and more land to survive. The LoPresti family is wealthy and socially connected. Fran, the wife, indulges her artistic sensibilities in sculpture, in part to deflect her tense relationship with her daughter Julie. The Caitlins are a young family new to the area. Marian, the wife and mother, is a beautiful thirty-year old woman whom Joe dotes over. The Allstons adopt Marian, her husband John, and their daughter, Debby. Finally, there is Jim Peck, a graduate student, who squats on the Allston property. Jim Peck and his "family" of accolytes represent the excesses of the 1960s counterculture and the dangers of chaos.

The novel works in a flashback sequence. As he walks around his property, Joe Allston reflects on the momentous events of the past year and his feelings of loss. He feels that he is "infected with consciousness and the consciousness of consciousness, doomed to death and the awareness of death." At the same time, he realizes that the loss he has suffered has made him richer (see the quote for the review) because death, in some sense, affirms the experience of having actually lived. Marian's view, which Joe accepts intellectually but not yet emotionally, is that one must "be open, be available, be exposed, be skinless." Throughout the novel, we see Joe stripping back the layers of himself in his self-reflection. We see his rage as well as his sensitivity and acceptance. He even seems to acknowledge that he has fallen in love again to fill the void in his relationship with his wife.

Interestingly, the ending of _All the Little Live Things_ is similar to Stegner's last novel _Crossing to Safety_ and is written with the same intensity. One of Stegner's gifts is his ability to depict multiple generations in his novels and the conflicting viewpoints of generations. While Stegner usually sides with the older generation, there is a continuity in outlooks among the old and the young. Joe learns about himself--his demons as well as his strengths--in his interactions with his neighbors.

Simply Stegner at his Best...and that means something!!!.......2004-07-18

I can't say yet that I read all of Wallace Stegnar's books (I'm working on it) but I have read his prize winners: Angles of Repose, The Big Rock Candy Mountain, Crossing to Safety, and The Spectator Bird (in that order), plus a couple of others. For this one--a prequel to The Spectator Bird--Stegnar gets my personal prize! He simply outdoes himself.

It's the late 1960s just south of the Bay Area. The narrator is a retired book editor look for tranquility after the death of his 30+ year old son who died while surfing, his apparent profession being a beach bum--at least so his dad tells us.

With the arrival next door of (1) a live-off-the lander who reminds his wife of their son, and (2) an interesting, itelligent young woman who he is they way he would have wanted the daughter he never had, the narrator's life gets complicated, less tranquil, but also quite interesting. It is the story of the coming out of a curmudgeon. Stegner's ability to describe nature is never better, despite the suburban setting.

This vies with Annie Proulx's The Shipping News as my favorite book that I've read to date.

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Well written account of the basic math of probability

Probabilities: The Little Numbers that Rule Our Lives
Peter Olofsson
Manufacturer: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
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Understanding Uncertainty

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Understanding Probability: Chance Rules in Everyday Life

ASIN: 0470040017

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What are the chances?

Find out in this entertaining exploration of probabilities in our everyday lives

"If there is anything you want to know, or remind yourself, about probabilities, then look no further than this comprehensive, yet wittily written and enjoyable, compendium of how to apply probability calculations in real-world situations."
--Keith Devlin, Stanford University, National Public Radio's "Math Guy" and author of The Math Gene and The Math Instinct

"A delightful guide to the sometimes counterintuitive discipline of probability. Olofsson points out major ideas here, explains classic puzzles there, and everywhere makes free use of witty vignettes to instruct and amuse."
--John Allen Paulos, Temple University, author of Innumeracy and A Mathematician Reads the Newspaper

"Beautifully written, with fascinating examples and tidbits of information. Olofsson gently and persuasively shows us how to think clearly about the uncertainty that governs our lives."
--John Haigh, University of Sussex, author of Taking Chances: Winning with Probability

From probable improbabilities to regular irregularities, Probabilities: The Little Numbers That Rule Our Lives investigates the often-surprising effects of risk and chance in our everyday lives. With examples ranging from WWII espionage to the O. J. Simpson trial, from bridge to blackjack, from Julius Caesar to Jerry Seinfeld, the reader is taught how to think straight in a world of randomness and uncertainty.

Throughout the book, readers learn:
* Why it is not that surprising for someone to win the lottery twice
* How a faulty probability calculation forced an innocent woman to spend three years in prison
* How to place bets if you absolutely insist on gambling
* How a newspaper turned an opinion poll into one of the greatest election blunders in history

Educational, eloquent, and entertaining, Probabilities: The Little Numbers That Rule Our Lives is the ideal companion for anyone who wants to obtain a better understanding of the mathematics of chance.

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Well written account of the basic math of probability.......2007-09-06

The style is halfway between a popular science book without equations, and a college textbook focussing mostly on equations. Within this style, it is very clearly written. It combinines neat explanations of basic mathematical probability facts beyond the most elementary "combinations and permutations" facts: law of averages, central limit theorem, opinion polls etc. It also has an unusually complete collection of the classic gems of elementary probability calculations (birthday paradox, coupon collector's problem, secretary problem, etc) and a few recent real-world instances (Sally Clark [2 SIDS children]; Berkeley admissions). So for these purposes, or to complement a dull introductory course, I can highly recommend this book. There are other good books with slightly different focus (and whose paperback versions are much cheaper than this hardback version): Struck by Lightning: The Curious World of Probabilities is a somewhat less mathematical overview of the interesting bits of a college course in probability and statistics; and Taking Chances: Winning with Probability explains basic probability using real-world examples such as lotteries, dice and card games, casino games, TV show games, and racetrack betting.

Complete Life's Little Instruction Book: 1,560 Suggestions, Observations, and Reminders on How to Live a Happy and Rewarding Life

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Everybody should have one of these!
Great advice to give college students
A delightful thing to have lying around...
Complete Life's Little Instruction Book
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Complete Life's Little Instruction Book: 1,560 Suggestions, Observations, and Reminders on How to Live a Happy and Rewarding Life
H. Jackson Brown
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Life's Little Instruction Book has sold more than ten million copies, spent more than two years atop the New York Times bestseller list, and has been translated into 33 languages. Though originally written as a gift from a father to a son, its simple message has been enjoyed by men and women of all ages.

"Most of us already know how to live a successful and purposeful life," says the author. "We know we should be understanding and thoughtful, responsible, courageous, and appreciative. It's just that we sometimes need reminding." Life's Little Instruction Book is that reminder, as well as the perfect gift for a friend who needs encouragement at any time of the year. This edition with all three volumes has been redesigned for a new generation.

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Everybody should have one of these!.......2007-07-14

I loved this little book! This is the result of a dad sitting down to write out a few words of wisdom and advice for his son who was going off to his freshman year at college. The first list was 511 entries, and then, he mailed his son a new collection every two years.

There's some great advice all through this book! And no long stories attached either. Short and straight to the point, each numbered piece of advice is no more than a few lines long. The suggestions cover a broad range, some are serious while others are funny or trivial, but all are honest and good advice, and many are just interesting. Like #841: "When your dog dies, frame his collar and put it above a window facing west" -I've never heard of that before.

I highly recommend this little book as a gifts for anybody in your life and for anything from birthdays to graduations or just because. Would also make a good coffe table or bathroom book too.

Great advice to give college students.......2007-06-02

I purchased these books for a group of college students that worked together as a staff. Some graduating, some still studying. I can only hope they do take the time to read it (here and there - not all at once) and it helps each one of them be better people. I believe this book has the ability to create role models and help people to treat others with kindness.

A delightful thing to have lying around..........2007-04-02

I first found this book on a bargain shelf at my local bookstore and picked it up for just 4 or 5 dollars. It really was a good buy.

It really is not a book that one would want to pick up and read but rather a book that you would want to have lie on your desk at work or on your coffee table at home so that visitors (or clients) can pick it up and turn to a random page and find any assortment of good philosophical sayings.

Each time I pick it up I find myself smiling at the fact that it gives something new each time you open it. With over 1500 entries, it really does give advice on everything. It gives advice on the things that we ethically know, but not necessarily are written down anywhere.

I bought a second copy not long ago for a friend of mine for a Christmas gift. It's a simple little thing that can make a big reaction.

Complete Life's Little Instruction Book.......2007-02-08

H. Jackson Brown, Jr. is among the best advice givers in today's world of literacy. This book is the best gift for anyone starting a whole new lifestyle. I recommend this book to all young adults, especially those who will soon go on to College. For the game of life is always a hard game to play for young and old alike, and we can ALWAYS use a little or a lot of motivation every now and then.

Bobby's review.......2006-03-28

I really like this book. Especially, the golden / brown hard cover is beautiful. I had bought Vol 1 and 2 about 11 years ago and lost them. So, I decided to buy the new one.

The content inside is very touching. I have really exercised several key ideas of the book which is resulting in a better way of life and thinking.

Buy it!

Little Miracles in Real Life: Inspiring Stories of God's Intervention in People's Lives

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Little Miracles in Real Life: Inspiring Stories of God's Intervention in People's Lives
John Sherrill
Manufacturer: Tyndale House Publishers
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ASIN: 0842355197

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This collection of favorite stories from Guideposts magazine will lift your spirits and strengthen your faith as you read of God's miraculous intervention in the lives of everyday people. Various authors contributed to this book, including John Sherrill and a host of people from all walks of life.

Bottom Line's Money Savers: Live Like a Millionaire on Just a Little Bit of Money

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Bottom Line's Money Savers: Live Like a Millionaire on Just a Little Bit of Money

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Hundreds of helpful tips on how to stretch your dollars from the noted experts in the field.

365 Confessions for Kids: Scriptural Confessions That Make God Personal in Little Lives

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Empowering kids with God's Word

365 Confessions for Kids: Scriptural Confessions That Make God Personal in Little Lives
Virginia Kite
Manufacturer: Harrison House
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Empowering kids with God's Word.......2001-10-01

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Creating Masculinity in Los Angeles's Little Manila: Working-Class Filipinos and Popular Culture, 1920s-1950s (Popular Cultures, Everyday Lives)

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Thoughtful, Informative, Needed, but Asexual

Creating Masculinity in Los Angeles's Little Manila: Working-Class Filipinos and Popular Culture, 1920s-1950s (Popular Cultures, Everyday Lives)
Linda España-Maram
Manufacturer: Columbia University Press
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 023111592X

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In this new work, Linda España-Maram analyzes the politics of popular culture in the lives of Filipino laborers in Los Angeles's Little Manila, from the 1920s to the 1940s. The Filipinos' participation in leisure activities, including the thrills of Chinatown's gambling dens, boxing matches, and the sensual pleasures of dancing with white women in taxi dance halls sent legislators, reformers, and police forces scurrying to contain public displays of Filipino virility. But as España-Maram argues, Filipino workers, by flaunting "improper" behavior, established niches of autonomy where they could defy racist attitudes and shape an immigrant identity based on youth, ethnicity, and notions of heterosexual masculinity within the confines of a working class.

España-Maram takes this history one step further by examining the relationships among Filipinos and other Angeleños of color, including the Chinese, Mexican Americans, and African Americans. Drawing on oral histories and previously untapped archival records, España-Maram provides an innovative and engaging perspective on Filipino immigrant experiences.

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Thoughtful, Informative, Needed, but Asexual.......2006-08-10

LEM looks at the employment, gambling, sports-watching, dancing, and veterans' activities of Pilipino men who lived in the United States from the 1920s to the 1940s. Though the subtitle mentions "popular culture," this book is not about music, art, poetry, or the mediums one usually finds in cultural studies. This was a rigorous history text. I usually dislike when authors juggle too many balls, but here LEM does it with ease. She fleshes out issues in many informative ways. She interviews some of the men still alive, but this is not cutesy nostalgia. She backs memories up with police reports, community news articles, census information, and other items.

Pilipinos have been described as "the forgotten Asian Americans" because few scholars have written on them even though they make up a huge percentage of this racial group. Also, few Asians lived in American until laws were changed in the 1960s. Thus, LEM is studying a much-understudied and deserving group.

Unlike many scholars that will only compare their studied group with the white majority, LEM mentions Mexican Americans, African Americans, and other Asian Americans frequently. She does a great job in showing how communities can be mobile. She shows how a group of color can be ridiculed by the majority one year and then praised the next. She points out that Pilipinos may have exploited other Pilipinos. She notes anti-black racism from Pilipinos, unlike the book "Global Divas" where such racism is left uncritiqued and thus supported.

My BIG problem with this book is the asexuality of the text. Yes, Pilipino men didn't have Pilipinas in the US to marry. However, no interviewee said they went without sex, but LEM doesn't discuss that. These men danced with white and Mexican-American women, but the author never answers whether these men took their dance partners to the boudoir or to the altar. Other Asian-American scholars have said that South Asian men without same-ethnicity females married Mexican-American women. Why didn't these Pilipinos do the same? Why didn't they try to marry black women? According to Rachel Moran in "Interracial Intimacy," Pilipino men fought hard against anti-miscegenation laws, but LEM never brings that up. LEM notes that dance halls promoted a strict heterosexuality, but she never ever asks or answers whether these men without female partners ever got down with each other. The chapter on the dance halls was very asexual, Kevin Mumford's "Interzones," which focused on black-white mixing said more about Pilipino-white mixing than this book. I am disappointed that this outstanding book could be so prudish and uncritical of its prudishness.

It may surprise readers that a woman has produced this men's studies text. However, the exclusion of Pilipinas in early immigration laws is what makes this subject men's studies by default. Nevertheless, men's studies expert Michael Messner admitted that usually women are more interested in men's studies than men. There seemed to be nothing lost by having a person of one gender writing on another gender. This book does interview many people who earned Master's and undergraduate degrees in a time when few people, of any ethnic background, went to college. I am worried this may have skewed past realities and may re-establish stereotypes of Asian Americans as model minorities.

Harvard's ex-president's disrespectful comments about Dr. Cornel West actually highlighted how in demand African-American studies professors are. I imagine that Pilipino students would also clamor for Pilipino professors and mentors. LEM works at a CSU. Not to be snobby, but UCLA or Stanford should do whatever is in their power to get this rigorous and thought-provoking scholar on their faculty.

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