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Flashman and the Tiger
George Macdonald Fraser Manufacturer: Anchor ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0385721080 Release Date: 2001-11-06 |
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Flashman and the Tiger is George MacDonald Fraser's 11th chronicle of Sir Harry Flashman, a "celebrated Victorian soldier, scoundrel, amorist, and self-confessed poltroon." Written with great wit and ingenuity, the series is presented as a succession of long-lost memoirs, which Fraser is simply editing for a modern readership. Thus does he interrupt Sir Harry's voice with footnotes, appendices, and tail-gunning apologies. Indeed, Fraser, whose editorial persona is humorless and academic, seems almost embarrassed in the presence of his subject's unbridled self-love.This time the year is 1878, and Flashman is poking his nose into some deep political intrigue for a journalist friend who's done him various unsavory favors. Our favorite swashbuckler has just returned from Paris, where he was awarded the Legion of Honor. Yet readers familiar with Flashman's saga will know this is simply one more piece of tin to add to his capacious collection--and that even as he's revered by those around him, he finds it impossible to take himself seriously. Instead he regards himself as "one of those fortunate critters who ... are simply without shame, and wouldn't know Conscience if they tripped over it in broad day."
As usual, Flashman stumbles through history like a bull in a china shop. At the end of the first section, "The Road to Charing Cross," we realize that he's delayed the onset of World War I by various wranglings with the would-be assassins of Emperor Franz Josef of Austria. The following sections put him in contact with the Prince of Wales, a procession of remarkable whores, Zulu warriors, and yet more remarkable whores. Fraser's brashly perfect prose both fuels and awakens the imagination. And in the end the reader has to wonder: which wars almost came to pass, but were averted by a half-drunk war hero with a lust for life? --Emily White
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For the first time in four years comes a new book in George MacDonald Fraser's long-running series chronicling the adventures of Sir Harry Paget Flashman. Eleventh in the series, Flashman and the Tiger features not one, but three stories of international intrigue that find the fictional Flashman thrown headlong into historical events around the world.Customer Reviews:
Recommended Only for Established Flashman Fans.......2007-06-21
Necessary for the collection.......2006-08-03
3 Flashies for the price of 1.......2003-10-10
The second centers around a gambling scandal with the Prince of Wales, the third with a matter of honor and Sir Flashman's granddaughter. Both of these stories were good, but sort of a let down after the delightful and complicated first story. Nonetheless, Flashman fans will be sure to enjoy the book as did I.
You'd think Flash would have to repeat himself.......2003-09-18
Three Flashman Shorts.......2003-05-29
Flashman and the Tiger is only the second time, by my count, that the author has written something much out of order (the other time being Flashman and the Redskins, which contains a section from 1876). In this volume, Flashman recounts three adventures from his later life, one involving an attempt to assasinate the Emporer of Austria-Hungary, a second involving Flashy in a card-cheating scandal with the Prince of Wales entangled in it, and the third, the title piece, involving our hero deciding to kill a mortal enemy, and running into Sherlock Holmes in the process.
The first of the stories is by far the longest, longer than 200 pages, and really almost a novel itself. It's a good story, even if it is a bit reminiscent of an earlier novel he wrote, and the characters are fun. The second story is a bit more mundane, though I'll confess the ending had me laughing for several minutes. The thirds story, which takes place partly in Africa during the Zulu War, is amusing, though I agree that this does somewhat preclude a full Zulu War novel. The Sherlock part is hilarious, and quite the best part of the book, to be honest. I'm a Sherlock buff of a kind (read all of the stories when I was in high school, twice) and I enjoyed it immensely.
All in all, I wouldn't recommend this as an introductory book for the series, though you could have someone read one of the shorter stories and see if that's the sort of thing that interests them. I do know that some Americans find it hard to read a book written in the vernacular like this, and a short story would be a good way to figure things out. The first story's too long for this, but one of the other two might do.
Given that, it's a worthwhile addition to the series, and fun.
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Flashman and the Tiger (The Flashman Papers)
George MacDonald Fraser Manufacturer: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items: ASIN: 0006513670 |
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Flashman and the Tiger
George MacDonald Fraser Manufacturer: Knopf ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: B000O8PWN8 |
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Flashman and the Tiger (Unabridged) (Read by David Case, 11 CDs)
Manufacturer: Books on Tape, Inc. ProductGroup: Book Binding: Audio CD ASIN: 0736660747 |
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Flashman and the Tiger (Unabridged)
George MacDonald Fraser Manufacturer: audible.com ProductGroup: Book Binding: Audio Download ASIN: B0006IU3M6 |
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FLASHMAN AND THE TIGER
George Mac Donald Fraser Manufacturer: Collins ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: B000O8P5FI |
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Flashman and the Tiger
Manufacturer: HARPER COLLINS 1 PAP ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: B000GS65VO |
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Flashman and the Tiger
George MacDona Fraser Manufacturer: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: B000O8ORFM |
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Flashman and the Tiger: And Other Extracts from the Flashman Papers (The Flashman Papers)
Manufacturer: HarperCollins ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: B000G8JIEA |
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The Inspector and Mrs. Jeffries (Victorian Mystery)
Emily Brightwell Manufacturer: Berkley ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0425136221 |
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A Great Read!!!.......2004-08-06
A very light Victorian mystery........2004-07-14
Great Series for Mystery Fans.......2003-10-15
Mrs. Jeffries Leads the Pack!.......2003-06-20
I enjoyed reading this first book in the series, and enjoyed the relationships between the characters (mainly Mrs. Jeffries and the other members of the household) better than the actual mystery itself. I thought that Inspector Witherspoon was portrayed as a bit too dumb in this book, but having read several in the series, I have to say that he gains more skills and confidence in his abilities as the series grows. If you enjoy cozy mysteries, than this Victorian mystery is for you. Enjoy!
Fluff, but what delightful fluff!.......2002-08-26
The mystery in this book is the murder of a thoroughly despicable and not-very-competent local doctor, who has made himself wealthy by blackmailing everyone he can find to blackmail. The original assumption is that the doctor was poisoned with mushrooms, but as always in murder mysteries, there's more to the story than meets the first glance.
This is not a deep and complex mystery, but it isn't built on thin air, either. Brightwell's real accomplishment is in the very well drawn characterizations of the inspector, the servants (there are four including Mrs. Jeffries), and the suspects. The reader will quickly feel a fond affection for all of those people, and will enjoy following their thoughts and activities as the mystery is unraveled.
I usually find mystery novels as insubstantial as this one to be frustrating and feel that they're not worth my time. But I find the prospect of spending an afternoon with Mrs. Jeffries to be irresistible, and I plan to read every book in the series (according to the list at the front of my paperback copy, there are at least thirteen of them).
Enjoy!
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The Inspector and Mrs. Jeffries
Emily Brightwell Manufacturer: Berkley Pub Group ProductGroup: Book Binding: Mass Market Paperback ASIN: B000M52QEQ |
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Bard III: The Wild Sea
Keith Taylor Manufacturer: Ace ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items: ASIN: 044104915X |
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Underrated fantasy series.......2007-08-20
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Native Wisdom for White Minds
Anne Wilson Schaef Manufacturer: One World/Ballantine ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0345394054 Release Date: 1995-09-05 |
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You don't have to be white to have a white mind.Customer Reviews:
White Minds that need Native Wisdom.......2005-08-03
A wonderful look at the Big Picture.......2001-07-16
As I read the book, daily, I find myself continuously validated. The Maori believe as I do. So do the Irish, the Samoan, the Inupiat, the Aboriginal, the Blackfoot, the Hawaiian, the Swahili, the Lakota...and there is still so much for me to learn from them. All of these people have a reverence for life and incredibly generous spitits. The book shows us the common sense that we Westerners ignore in the favor of materialism, and shows us the wonderful sense of humor that Native Peoples have. This books has something for all of us in Western culture to learn from.
A lot of wisdom.......1998-06-17
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White Eagle Medicine Wheel: Native American Wisdom As A Way of Life
Wa-Na-Nee-Che , and Eliana Harvey Manufacturer: St. Martin's Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover Similar Items:
ASIN: 0312145330 |
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Sacred knowledge to understand ourselves and the natural world.White Eagle Medicine Wheel is a unique pack designed as a simple, step-by-step guide to the sacred teachings of Native Americans. Using the illustrated book and its powerful deck of cards, and with Wa-Na-Nee-Che as your guide, you will progress through three levels of learning. You will be taught how to communicate with the animals who will show you their medicine ways; you will discover how to access the energies and teachings of our elders; and you will learn how to use the four creative sources of power through their archetypal symbols.White Eagle Medicine Wheel is a resource for problem-solving on all fronts, whether at home, at work, or in relationships. You will quickly realize that its teachings generate remarkable inspiration and intuitive powers.The native peoples of America are appalled at the way we are treating our planet and feel that we are on the brink of social and ecological disaster. They believe that only through deeper spiritual understanding of ourselves and of the natural world can this be prevented. Until recently, Native Americans have been reluctant to share their wisdom with the Western world. But now, with the agreement of elders and spiritual advisors in the United States and Canada, Wa-Na-Nee-Che, and his scribe Eliana, reveal how this sacred knowledge can benefit us all. Wa-Na-Nee-Che-- which in Lakota means He who is needed by the people- is one of the very few remaining Native Americans willing to share the original wisdom of the old way of life. He will help you to discover the inner self. You will learn how to live in harmony, not only with yourself, but with all living things around you, and with all the children of Mother Earth. You will never look back.* Native American wisdom for everyday use* Easy-to-use method for problem-solving, healing yourself and others* 46 beautiful medicine wheel cards* Illustrated book gives full instructions on using the cardsCustomer Reviews:
answered my question while other cards could not.......2007-05-10
Beginning Shamanism (Not Native American or Animal).......2005-06-07
Crow Tribe cultural director speaks out.......2004-04-11
I love these cards!.......2002-07-27
Sacred and Beautiful Deck.......1999-05-11
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Eyes of Wisdom: Book One in the White Buffalo Woman Trilogy (The Legend of White Buffalo Woman Trilogy)
Heyoka Merrifield Manufacturer: Atria Books/Beyond Words ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 1582701512 |
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In this first volume of The White Buffalo Woman Trilogy, author Heyoka Merrifield celebrates the sacredness of nature and the return of a culture hidden by time. Eyes of Wisdom offers a deeply moving narration of life and ceremony on the plains that is richly interwoven with Native American and other mythic traditions. The author draws inspiration from the legend of White Buffalo Woman, his vision quests, and experiences in the Sun Dance lodge.
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Native Wisdom for White Minds
Anne Schae Wilson Manufacturer: Random House Australia ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: B000U59HMM |
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Native Wisdom for White Minds
Anne Wilson Schaef Manufacturer: One World/Ballantine ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: B000OVV5N6 |
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