Ultimate Spider-Man Vol. 2: Learning Curve

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Graphic SF Reader.......2007-09-03

Spider-Man learns that he can get paid for taking photos of himself, and decides that the Kingpin is not a nice man. Perhaps confusing himself with Daredevil he decides it is more damaging if he can get information on him doing some crime, rather than just beating him up.

Also decides to come out to his would-be girlfriend.

real good spidey book.......2007-01-23

1. i don't like the ultimate universe idea at all. i dislike the infinite earths dc junk also. when you have iconic characters i don't think it's good to confuse the average non-comics fan (or even the average comics fan) with earth-2 superman, superboy prime, ultimates nick fury, etc. they water down the legacy and the impact of the great classic storylines and characters.
2. despite the above, this is a pretty nice comics collection. it's a good read, but just don't confuse the alternative ultimate universe with the real 616 universe.
ultimate spidey 1 was just like the first spider-man movie for the most part. this one is the rise of spider-man as a super-hero, getting acquainted with his powers and whatnot, and he faces off against the kingpin.

Spider-Man: Year One.......2006-07-08

In the wake of the radioactive spider bite that turned a geeky High School student named Peter Parker into a would-be superhero, the murder of his Uncle Ben, and Spider-Man's previous battle with evil businessman Norman Osborne (the "Green Goblin"), Peter now finds himself supporting his widowed Aunt May by taking up a job selling photographs to the Daily Bugle's grouchy chief editor, J. Jonah Jameson, with Uncle Ben dead. Having barley survived the attack by the Goblin, Spider-Man explores the more urban side of evil by infiltrating New York City's underworld, and it's large, muscle-bound boss Wilson Fisk, the ruthless Kingpin, whom the man who shot Uncle Ben had ties to.

As Frank Miller captured the essence of an amateur, inexperienced would-be hero in "Batman: Year One," BMB does the same to Spider-Man as the "Ultimate Spider-Man" saga continues. Here, Peter is still getting used to properly using his powers to do good and learns there is more to crime fighting than just swinging fists. In addition to getting his butt kicked by new bad guys, Spidey also has deal with cranky J. J. Jameson slandering his already bad name with false headlines. The unique thing about Spider-Man is he was always considered a criminal by the same general public he protects than a hero--unlike Superman or, to smaller extent, Batman. If you ever doubted superhero comics would ever pass the test of time, "Ultimate Spider-Man" is enough to convince newcomers to the genre. Keep working your way up the line, true-believers and newcomers alike, because in the next volume, Spidey locks horns with Doctor Octopus and Kraven the Hunter!

People have lost their MINDS!.......2005-09-24

I'm not Bendis-bashing. I like most of the guy's work. But this series is flat, campy (not in a fun way), and just all around poorly-written. I still can't figure out why everyone's going crazy over this book. The artwork is nice, if you like your Peter Parker looking like an anime character with a butt-cut.

I simply felt saturated with placated coolness while reading this. It's MTV and Disney Channel after-school sitcoms. It's those stores in the mall that play their music way too loud and only sell offensive t-shirts and stickers.

No, I'm not a geezer, but I'm getting this crap crammed down my throat in all other arenas of life. I'm not looking for it in my Spider-man. Like it or not, Peter Parker IS a dork. He doesn't dress like the other kids, he doesn't talk like the other kids. He doesn't get Mary Jane on his first try.

I haven't read the newer volumes in this line, but if it tells you anything, Bendis is writing like 4,000 books simulatneously. And as good as his other works are, that could only mean that he's writing this line in the ten minutes at night before he goes to bed.

Even better than vol. 1.......2005-07-13

This review refers to Ultimate Spider-Man vol. 2 Paperback edition, Learning Curve:

Bendis and Bagley proved they could do Spider-Man fans proud with their first volume, Power and Responsiblity. Now, Learning Curve grows and matures. This volume sees Peter gaining his job at the Bugle and battleing the Kingpin, who provides the plot for most of this book. It also conatins great chariterization moments for Parker, when he realizes that his being Spider-Man could potenitally harm the ones he loves.

Bendis's scripting is as delicious as ever, and in this edition he's grown into the chaacters. He's obviously more comfortable with the title than he was in the previous graphic. His sceen with Aunt May trying to talk to Peter about sex is worth buying the book for, alone.

Bagley's pencil work is still as fluid and flowing as before. It's a little rougher than I perfer in some places but it is still far ahead of most artists in the industry.

This is a great graphic for Spider-Man fans, young and old. Nothing in here should offend young readers, and it's enjoyable for all age levels. Highly recommended for young and old readers alike.

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everything was fine
The Ultimate Spider-Man takes on Doc Ock, Kraven and the Green Goblin
In the modern era, Spidey is still the best!
Inspired stuff
The Ultimate Collection

Ultimate Spider-Man, Vol. 2
Brian Michael Bendis
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everything was fine.......2006-08-24

Except that I had asked for vol. 3 the same day, and still have not it yet...

The Ultimate Spider-Man takes on Doc Ock, Kraven and the Green Goblin.......2003-11-05

This second volume in the hardcover collection of "The Ultimate Spider-Man" brings together the third and fourth trade paper back collections, or, if you go back to the originals, issues 14-26 of the comic book. First up is "Double Trouble" (14-21). Just when I thought the game plan with regards to the love life of his alter-ego Peter Parker was to go directly to Mary Jane Watson, passing Betty Bryant and Gwen Stacy, when scribe Brian Michael Bendis drops the latter into the action. This version of Gwen is big on the mascara and perfectly willing to pull a switchblade on a bully, both of which are completely valid reasons for Peter to have his eyes pop out of his head when he looks at her. Not even her police Captain father can reign in this blonde tornado.

At this point in the comic book the stage is merely being set for the impending love triangle, but I have to tell you that what is happening here is clearly a take off on "Dawson's Creek." Seriously. Peter is Dawson, Mary Jane is Joey, and Gwen is Jen (No, Flash is not Pacey; Kong is closer to being Pacey than Flash, but Peter Parker does not have a friend, which means Harry is not Pacey either). This should prove to be interesting, especially given that Mary Jane already know's Peter's big secret. But at this point the main problem is that Aunt May has an over inflated opinion about her nephew's love life. Yes, things might actually be worse for our hero this time around.

The title of "Double Trouble" has to do with the fact that Spider-Man has not one but two villains after him (I was going to say two super villains, but that would not be the case). The new and improved bad guys this time around are Doctor Octopus, who has come out of his coma to discover his tentacles are fused to his skin, and Kraven the Hunter, who is now a reality television star from Down Under. Clearly, the more you know about the original Spider-Man comics and his various foes the more you will enjoy Bendis's refinements and provocative changes. At the end of this collection Spider-Man enjoys his biggest moment in the sun since the spider bit him, which quickly follows with a particularly low moment for Peter. Even when we think we know the rules of the game, Brian Michael Bendis continues to surprise us.

"Legacy" (#22-26) and continues the "re-imagining" of the character, this time with the new and evolved Green Goblin and the question of Peter Parker's secret identity. It is the latter that is becoming one of the defining features of "Ultimate Spider-Man." The recreation of the Green Goblin in the mode of the Hulk makes sense to me; I always had a bit of a problem with the idea that insanity and a costume could allow the Goblin to slug it out toe-to-toe with Spidey (note the armor upgrade of the Goblin's costume in the blockbuster film version). But even more impressive is the way Bendis reworks the whole secret identity issue between the two; a lot of super villains have found out the secret identity of their arch enemy, which almost always involves an attempt to kill the superhero in question. However, the Goblin has a different plan, of sorts, for Peter. At the end of "Double Trouble," the Volume 3 collection, Spider-Man actually enjoyed a moment of glory. Of course it is all going to get dashed big time in this collection.

As is the case with the previous collections, "Legacy" plays off of our knowledge of what happened in the first ten years or so of "The Amazing Spider-Man." The result is what might be the biggest shock he is ever going to throw our way and if you every think Bendis has gone too far this may well be the point. While your jaw is dropping at that point do not neglect to pay attention to the double look at a pivotal conversation between Spider-Man and the Green Golbin that Bendis creates; that was a nice little replay he threw into the mix.

Mark Bagley continues to provide the distinctive pencils for the series with Art Thibert's inks (sometime aided by Erik Benson); hopefully this partnership with last longer than the original Stan Lee/Steve Ditko partnership. For those of us who have a comprehensive understanding of the Spider-Man mythos it is impossible for "Ultimate Spider-Man" to really stand on its own terms because we can also see the additions, deletions, and alterations. But if your familiarity of the good old days comes mainly from the movie, then I can certainly see where you could enjoy this all at face value.

At this point in the series Peter has told Mary Jane Watson that he is Spider-Man, but Norman Osborn knows the big secret, the Kingpin and Electro have seen Spider-Man unmasked, and Doctor Octopus is mumbling Peter Parker's name in his unconscious state. In "Legacy" we discover that somebody else knows the secret as well and that this has some rather significant implications for our hero when he turns eighteen (Peter is still about sixteen at this point). One thing you have to say for the story Bendis is spinning here is that he is always on the edge in terms of his re-imaginings. You might accuse him of going too far, but you cannot dismiss this series as a pedestrian reinterpretation of the Spider-Man saga. To date, I like it a lot.

In the modern era, Spidey is still the best!.......2003-10-20

Having been a huge fan of Amazing Spider-man since the age of 6, (1967 and still read it today!) I wasn't sure about the Ultimate series. I was pleasantly surprised! The story of Peter and his alter-ego has never been better. The artwork is outstanding. The stories stay true to the spirit of Spidey and still adapt it to the modern world that teens reside in today. It may sound incredibly strange, but Spider-man was the hero and inspiration that got me through the tough high school years. If I was a teen today, Ultimate Spider-man would provide the same service. This is a must for any true Spidey fan.

Inspired stuff.......2003-08-19

When I decided to pick up the Ultimate Spider Man compilations, I did so with reservations. So many friends had praised the book, but it was hard to believe the old, tested Peter Parker could be modernized in an effective, refreshing way.

Leave it up to writer Bendis...the guy can do no wrong.

This is a spectacular (no pun intended) update on a classic hero and worth every penny. A great book for old fans and new readers, who will both be absorbed after few pages. Good stuff.

The Ultimate Collection.......2003-03-11

This book showcases 14-27 and has spideys battle with Doc Ock(my favorite villan,kraven the hunter(if your a fan of his beware). It shows a sneak peek of ultimate sandman.Then there is the return of the green goblin and a great fight that includes nick fury and a history of Osborn. when gobby throughs M.J over the bridge you think its Gwen stacy all over again. Buy this book.

Ultimate Marvel Team-Up #2 (Spider-Man and the Hulk, Vol.1)

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Ultimate Marvel Team-Up #2 (Spider-Man and the Hulk, Vol.1)
Brian Michael Bendis
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Ultimate Spider-Man - Vol. 2 Circulos de Aprendizaje

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Ultimate Spider-Man - Vol. 2 Circulos de Aprendizaje
Mark Bagley , and Brian Michael Bendis
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Ultimate Spider-man Vol. 2: Learning Curve

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Ultimate Spider-man Vol. 2: Learning Curve
Brian Michael Bendis
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Two Great Tales, One Not So Much

Long Tall Texans

"3 in 1" Romances

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Loved it all!
Texans at Heart
Diana Palmer
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Three novels proving these men are bold enough to be true Texans!

Diana Palmer is known for her Long, Tall Texan heroes and the innocent spitfires who are more than a match for them. Here are three stories that show just why she is one of North America's most beloved romance writers . . .

Sutton's Way:
Amanda was in hiding -- and Sutton had secrets of his own. How could they resist one another?

Ethan:
He was too sophisticated, too big, too . . . everything for Arabella. But she wasn't going to let that stop her!

Connal:
He'd loved and lost before, and swore never to risk marriage again. Yet on one impulsive night he became Penelope's husband . . .

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Two Great Tales, One Not So Much.......2007-04-08

Sutton's Way

Sutton's Way is a delightful story about Amanda Callaway, the lead singer of a country rock band, Desperado, and Quinn Sutton, a rancher with a big chip on his shoulder, set in Wyoming. How this is a story in Long, Tall Texans is beyond me. =P Amanda is alot stronger and feistier than some of Diana Palmers' other characters and Quinn isn't as 'pretty' in his looks as some of her other heroes, but he can be just as difficult and exasperating as them! You'll love these two, I know I do!

This is like most Diana Palmer books, with the young, innocent heroine and the older, roughened hero, except in one major way.....the hero is a virgin too! Quite remarkable at the age of 34 and being married before, with a son. Although Quinn seems innocent in the ways of intimacy that are slightly unbelievable, he comes off as being strong and not wimpy in the least. Though you would think he'd know more about it with television and everything even if this book was written in 1989, I still can't find too much fault with that minor detail, it was written in such a way that you can believe he is a virgin.

The dialogue is witty and I laughed out loud more than a few times. Amanda and Quinns' encounters with each other are both steamy and tender, you can just feel the tension crackling between them and the love they feel for each other. The story is touching, moving, realistic, and it'll have you reading it over and over again. Don't miss it!
5/5 stars

Ethan

Ethan begins with Arabella in the hospital after a car accident. She is a professional piano player who ends up staying with Ethan Hardeman and his family.

Arabella is an okay heroine, she's not strong, but she's not totally weak either. I found her to be a little dense and confused at times. Ethan, I found, I could not like. He's very contradictory. He wants Arabella to be a virgin before marriage, but he can strip off all her clothes and take it almost too far. He was really a jerk most of the time, why Arabella loved him, I cannot fathom. And why he couldn't say he loved her was beyond me, and I don't mean earlier on, around chapter 10, when they're talking to each other and supposedly clearing some things up. While most of Diana Palmers' books follow with a young, innocent heroine and an older, more experienced and/or hardened hero, this one falls way short.

I'm not a picky reader, but the more I think about this story, the more it disappoints me. In the words of Ethan's mother, Coreen, "You're both fools. What a horrible waste of time." And that's how I felt.
1.5 stars

Connal

Connal is a great story, I can't say enough good things about it! Connal (or C.C. as he is known) Tremayne is a wonderful hero who you grow to love with each encounter. Penelope Mathews, Pepi's her nickname, is an equally charming and feisty heroine. From the accidental marriage to meeting C.C.'s brothers, you'll love every bit of this book, and you will laugh all through it. I fell in love with these two and hope you will too.
5/5

I don't know which I like better, Connal or Sutton's Way, while Ethan was a miss, these two more then make up for it. I recommend getting this book for these two wonderful, amazing stories!

Long Tall Texans.......2005-01-30

Long Tall texans and Palmers other books tend to be basically the same book. It is tedious. How many times can you read about a much younger virginal girl in love with a much older man with tons of sexual experience and after problems (i.e. sex, another evil women and her insecurities) live happily ever after? It seems that this men cannot handle a grown women so they become invlved with girls barely out of their teens. Palmer should try writing about adults on equal footing and finally give us a love story between a man and a woman not a man and a girl. Also she has the habit of releasing older books with new covers so readers be careful.

"3 in 1" Romances.......2004-06-11

I did not realize until I read the other reviews that this was a reissuing of earlier books by DP. I like DP's writing and I enjoyed the 3 stories- they were easy reading, sexy but not in great detail, romances that dealt with 3 Texans who were "women haters" due to earlier relationships- but the right woman comes along and makes their hearts go pitter-patter whether they want their hearts to or not. They try to fight the attraction and are even ugly about it at times but finally give in and accept the love attraction. I really agreed with the reviewer that wrote "Virginal heroines and sexy brooking heros who... behave like jerks ...realize they cannot live without the woman... then work like the devil to win their women back." Gosh that really does sum it up. But they are good stories though the heros get sloppy and silly at times. I did enjoy it for a change and recommend it to read.

RIP OFF.......2004-05-03

A RERELEASE OF LONG TALL TEXANS 2. IS THERE A MENTION OF THAT ON OR IN THIS BOOK NO. I LIKE DIANA PALMER BUT THIS IS GETTING TO BE A HABIT OF HERS FOR EXAMPLE MEN OF THE WEST IS LONG TALL TEXANS 3 SO DONT JUST RUN OUT AND GRAB HER NEW BOOKS THEY MAY BE RERELEASES

Loved it all!.......2004-01-04

I've always liked when they put more than one short story in a book. I love it when all of the stories are great. Sutton, Connal, Ethan were great stories to put together, they were all Texans at heart and cowboys who were roped by loving women. You can't miss it!

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A FUN READ

To Tame a Texan's Heart
Jodi Thomas
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A FUN READ.......1998-11-11

Join Seth for the adventure of a lifetime. And True will be a character you'll remember for a loooong time. Little Emily will steal your heart. ENJOY!!!!!

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Collective Heart: Texans in World War 2

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Deep in the hearts of Texans
Paralee Nichols
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Texan Trilogy[paperbacks][to Wed in Texas/to Kiss a Texan/to Tame a Texan's Heart] (texans trilogy, 1-3[to wed in texas/to kiss a texan/to tame a texan's heart])
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Texans At Heart - Contains Sutton's Way; Ethan; and Connal

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Texans At Heart - Contains Sutton's Way; Ethan; and Connal
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WARCRAFT

Slave. Gladiator. Shaman. Warchief. The enigmatic Orc known as Thrall has been all of these. Raised from infancy by cruel human masters who sought to mold him into their perfect pawn, Thrall was driven by both the savagery in his heart and the cunning of his upbringing to pursue a destiny he was only beginning to understand -- to break his bondage and rediscover the ancient traditions of his people. Now the tumultuous tale of his life's journey -- a saga of honor, hatred, and hope -- can at last be told....

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In the mist-shrouded haze of the past, the world of Azeroth teemed with wondrous creatures of every kind. Mysterious Elves and hardy Dwarves walked among tribes of Man in relative peace and harmony -- until the arrival of the demonic army known as the Burning Legion shattered the world's tranquility forever. Now Orcs, Dragons, Goblins, and Trolls all vie for supremacy over the scattered, warring kingdoms -- part of a grand, malevolent scheme that will determine the fate of the world of WARCRAFT Slave. Gladiator. Shaman. Warchief. The enigmatic Orc known as Thrall has been all of these. Raised from infancy by cruel human masters who sought to mold him into their perfect pawn, Thrall was driven by both the savagery in his heart and the cunning of his upbringing to pursue a destiny he was only beginning to understand -- to break his bondage and rediscover the ancient traditions of his people. Now the tumultuous tale of his life's journey -- a saga of honor, hatred, and hope -- can at last be told....

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Nice Historical Book.......2007-08-09

This book gives a great history of Orcs and the rise of the "Lord of the Clans" Essentail reading for those interested in the history of Warcraft. Well written!

A decent novel, capable of more .......2006-09-29

This book is about, on coming action and coming of power is great for historians of the world of Warcraft, as it really helps set the tone and mood of the world. As a book however, Lord of the Clans is not all that great. I mean there are some good parts in this book, but I found myself being drifted off on other things. It doesn't have that natural hook, like good books should have where you can't put the book down. While it does have exciting action and cool characters (both good and evil), the book lacks real depth and is not that detailed. Well there's not much of character details there's an Orc clan and a leader they describe him big and bulky full with mussels and an enormous hammer 2 plow though people. Nearly all the humans portrayed here are weak and spiteful, while all the Orcs seem to be noble and caring. Are these the same Orcs we saw in the first book? Also, the Orc shaman is revealed to be extremely powerful because the elements seem to find their causes worthy, while the humans don't appear to have any real importance except for servant healers to keep gladiators fighting. While I thought the book was boring but had its moments of entertaining, I actually thought it could have gone to a little more effort to capture the feel of Warcraft the game. I'll still read more Warcraft books and I would recommend this book for a time killer Warcraft fans wood enjoy it more then if u just picked up the book randomly.

ORCS: They are vicious, man slaughtering beasts, not a care in the world just power hungry. They have a putrid stench, and not a stunning look but are like a shady despicable beast.

SLAVES: Humans that are of low class and poverty stricken, no individuals, but as a clan like family.

GLADIAATORS: The cities only defense over the Orcs the middle class, very smart, keen, quick on their feet. One of the only clans that have enough power to over throw the Orcs.

A great read; if a little short........2006-05-14

Chances are if you're reading this book, you're no stranger to the video game series. However, if you go in expecting some kind of literary narrative or commentary of the in-game experience, then this is the wrong kind of book for you. It is a character story, and one that stands on its own feet benefiting, but not leaning on its Warcraft backdrop.
Indeed, even if you've never heard of the game, its convincing, if not slightly over-the-top characterization and lush details still make for an engrossing and riveting adventure.

That's not to say Warcraft vets won't find anything familiar about it -- especially if you've played Reign of Chaos and its expansion, to say nothing of WoW. They'll recognize some familiar faces, most of whom play a significant role. The plot's destination is predictable, perhaps unsurprisingly, but the fun and captivating journey makes this a minor quip. For a book based on a video game, it has some pretty nuanced and complex characters, and that is its greatest strength. The orcs are portrayed not as villains but heroes and victims, but the story does not let you forget that they can be ravenous, violent and bloodthirsty as their pedigree. The antagonists here are human, but their personalities run an even greater gamut. The main character Thrall is, in a way, a hybrid of both races, tempering an inherently strong orcish spirit with very human sensibilities, and portrayed in a way that compels and draws the reader's attention by example rather than explicity.

Overall, it's a great (but quick) read. Took about 4 hrs, and I'm not a particularly fast reader at all.

Intrigueing.......2006-03-04

A book from the Orc's point of view, at first I was skeptical that they could pull it off well, but it turns out they did it very well. I was drawn into their society and the book as a whole left me wanting more. Great job.

**A book I would also recommend is The Unsuspecting Mage by Brian S. Pratt. This, the first installment of The Morcyth Saga is a great beginning for a new author. Battles, magic, gods, secret passages and intrigue, all the elements of a classic epic fantasy! Any fantasy reader will enjoy it

Nice Read.......2005-08-27

I enjoyed this book more than the first one in this series. I really enjoyed reading a book from the traditional villian's perspective, i.e. the orcs. I would especially recommend this book for people looking for more background into the World of Warcraft game.

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King James Version of the Bible, arranged in proper historical sequence, relating events in the order in which they probably occurred.

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Exactly what I ordered.......2007-09-28

My dealings with amazon.com has always been pleasant. The orders have been correct as well as shipped in the time frame promised.
Thanks to Amazon.com.

Who would have thunk it?.......2007-04-09

I am truly amazed at how this little twist on the Bible results in such a fantastically broader understanding. Without corrupting the Word, this chronological Bible has immediately helped me better see the eternal nature of Jesus. It is tough to pick up the Bible without the traditional canonical organization, but I am getting used to it. I particularly enjoy the ability to read the Bible more as a story. My next purchase will be a Topical Bible.

Excellent.......2006-09-09

If you are a student of the Bible then this is just invaluable. What this book does is, for example, place the verses of 1 & 2 Samuel, 1 & 2 Kings, and 1 & 2 Chronicles in order. You can see where the books carry redundant accounts and where they're unique. When it comes to the divided kingdom, it separates the histories of Judah and Israel into 2 separate columns. Even more valuable for me is when the books of the prophets enter the picture. Some parts are awkward, as in the placing of psalms at various points in the David narrative, and it's hard to tell if a placement is historical or just based on context. For that, it might have been nice to have references, but that would just have added bulk to the volume and I didn't miss it. Perhaps a companion piece would be valuable at some point.

Order One Now!.......2006-04-12

This has become my main study Bible. I study it over-and-over from cover-to-cover while supplementing it with a Holman Reference KJV, a Strong's Exhaustive Concordance and a Zondervan Bible Dictionary.

I cannot overemphasize how much easier it is to understand and remember Bible passages by studying them in chronological order. I just wish the Reese was available in a quality printing with a leather cover. However, I put mine in an XL canvas cover and it's holding up fine.

What are you waiting for? Click "Add to Shopping Cart" now! You'll be doing yourself a favor.

Very helpful Bible reading.......2006-02-25

This Bible has been helpful in my Bible study. I am really enjoying it and would highly recommend it.

Reese Chronological Encyclopedia of Christian Biographies

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A Comprehensive Reference Tool of Christian Biographies

Reese Chronological Encyclopedia of Christian Biographies
Ed Reese
Manufacturer: AMG Publishers
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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A Comprehensive Reference Tool of Christian Biographies.......2007-10-03

After studying Christian biographies for most of his life, Ed Reese has become a respected authority on the subject. In this Chronological collection of Christian biographies Ed has compiled an amazing Who's Who of leaders in the Christian church, from the days of the martyrs of the first century through to contemporary leaders, Tom Malone, Bruce M. Metzger, Gilbert E Patterson, Lee Roberson, Jerry Falwell, and Ruth Bell Graham, , who were influential until their death in 2007. The book includes over 5000 sketches and over 4,000 photos. Over 1,000 organizations cooperated in the effort and attest to Ed's thoroughness.

Ed has a biographical library of over 1,000 books. Selections for inclusion in this work included those mentioned two or more times in the books referenced from his amazing collection. Christian organizations, Bible schools, missionary societies, and major denominations were contacted for additional leadership considered for inclusion in the project.

The complete alphabetical index, listing of other influential personalities, list of abbreviations, and glossary add to the user friendly reference value of the book. A listing acknowledging the organizations providing information add to the validity and integrity of Ed's phenomenal accomplishment.

The book is more than a dictionary of Christian leaders. It is a comprehensive encyclopedia of biographical sketches of men and women impacting the growth and evolution of the church through the centuries.

I was particularly blessed as I reviewed the years 1946 through the present time as I identified with the individuals featured. Many of these leaders and ministries have had an impact on my own life, Christian growth and development.

"The Chronological Encyclopedia of Christian Biographies" is as incredible resource, a great tribute to twenty centuries of important leaders in Christendom. This is an important addition to the library of astute Pastors, Denominational leaders, Seminaries, Bible Schools.

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The chronological Bible
Edward Reese
Manufacturer: Regal
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ASIN: B0006WQHYK

Chronological Bible, The Large Print King James Version

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Chronological Bible, The Large Print King James Version
Edward, Editor Reese
Manufacturer: E.E. Gaddy & Associates
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THE REEESE CHRONOLOGICAL BIBLE
Edward Reese
Manufacturer: Bethany House
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THE REESE CHRONOLOGICAL BIBLE
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Manufacturer: BETHANY HOUSE
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