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Damon Runyon
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Short takes;: Readers' choice of the best columns of America's favorite newspaperman, Damon Runyon
Damon Runyon
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DAMON RUNYON FAVORITES
DAMON RUNYON
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Damon Runyon Favorites
Damon Runyon
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Damon Runyon Favorites
Damon Runyon
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DAMON RUNYON FAVORITES

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Damon Runyon Favorites
Damon Runyon
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Damon Runyon Favorites
Damon (Winchell, Walter) Runyon
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Damon Runyon
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Enjoyed the Trilogy and the Ending

Avoid this trilogy

Good book

Great ending to terrific trilogy

Another good read
Winterheim (Dragonlance: Icewall Trilogy, Vol. 3)
Douglas Niles
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ASIN: 0786929111
Release Date: 2003-01-01

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Shrouded in ice, the stronghold of the ogres has stood for eons as an impregnable bastion of the Icereach. But now Strongwind Whalebone, king of the Highlanders, has been imprisoned in the ogre fortress. Outside its walls, a band of his compatriots plots his rescue. Within the fortress, ogre king Grimwar Bane faces royal treachery and desperate revolt.

It is time for the ogre king to decide if the greater threat lies outside Winterheim—or within.

In the third book of his epic trilogy, Douglas Niles weaves a tapestry of magic and adventure into a climax that will affect the destiny of all those who dwell in the cold land of the Icereach.

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Enjoyed the Trilogy and the Ending.......2006-07-21

Overall this was a very good and pleasing ending to a fairly interesting trilogy. The thing that appeals to me so much is the fact that this trilogy is the only series that I have read that adresses the people of Icereach entirely. Sure some books have little bits and peices about things from Icereach but this trilogy is unprecedented on its coverage of the subject.

The final installment into the series, Winterheim, is a good conclusion. I definitely enjoyed the two aspects of the book that eventually connected to each other. One being the involvement of Strongwind Whalebone in the activities of Winter and the other being Moreen's rescue attempt for Strongwind. The conflict bewteen the ogre king and his wife is also a good dynamic of this novel.

The characters in the book were very well represented and believeable. Kerrick, Moreen, Grimwar, and Strongwind all bring different aspects of personality to this book that is all to uncommon in some of the more recent DL books. I also quite enjoyed of all three gods in this book, especially Koraltop Netfisher. I have to admit I was wondering if he was going to be a Fizban esque character in the end.

My only gripe, and reason for giving this 4 stars is that, although very interesting and pleasing, the end is just a little to convient and easy. True I liked it but then looking back on it, I realized the whole afair was kinda ubsurd. The epilogue was nice and kinda wrapped up all the loose ends that were left at the end.

Avoid this trilogy.......2004-12-03

While Winterheim gives the reader more suspense than the first book (The Messenger), I'd recommend avoiding this entire trilogy. I'll go a step further and advise fans of Dragonlance to "test drive" anything newly written by Douglas Niles before buying it. When fantasy writing lacks creativity, what's the point of reading it? And when an author starts producing works that are just plain badly written, how can you read them?

Good book.......2004-05-11

ull like this book, its the 2nd best of the 3 in the series( The Messenger is by far the Best). good ending, u must read it

Great ending to terrific trilogy.......2003-12-02

This is an excellent finish to a really entertaining trilogy. Fans of fantasty fiction who have no prior exposure to the Dragonlance world can still enjoy these books (the first two are The Messenger and The Golden Orb).

This book basically ends to tale of the characters introduced at the beginning of the trilogy. There are plenty of epic battles, narrow escapes, and character development. A couple of nagging questions (e.g. is Coraltop the kender real?) that are finally answered.

The only qualm I have with this book is that the ending seems a bit rushed and a little too convenient. But it is not at all unbelievable, and the epilogue is very nice.

Overall, a very good novel, but when taken in conjunction with the other parts of the trilogy, it is really excellent.

Another good read.......2003-03-30

Douglas Niles completes the telling of the Icewall Trilogy story. There is a brave (or crazy) rescue attempt made by the Arktos and Highlanders that brings them into the heart of the Ogre Kingdom. Another good book filled with difficult choices and fast paced action - and a slave revolt! See also: The Messenger and The Golden Orb.

Le Fils des Ténèbres : Winterheim, tome 1

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Le Fils des Ténèbres : Winterheim, tome 1
Fabrice Colin
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Winterheim, tome 2 : La Saison des conquêtes

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Winterheim, tome 2 : La Saison des conquêtes
Fabrice Colin
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Alan Paton's Cry, the Beloved Country (1948) is one of the most influential works of South African literature. Appearing at a time when the South African political system was being increasingly questioned, the novel drew worldwide attention to the horrors of apartheid, a political institution promoting segregation and discrimination. However, because historical and social issues figure prominently in the novel, it is sometimes difficult for modern students to understand. But because of the enduring plague of racism, it is all the more important for students to come to terms with the issues Paton raises. This book overviews Paton's novel and relates it to its social and political contexts. The book begins with an analysis of the novel and gives attention to adaptations and films based on it. It then overviews South African history. This is followed by a selection of primary documents related to the origin of apartheid, the history and work conditions of miners, the social and economic conditions in urban and rural areas, the challenges facing South African women, and the state of post-apartheid South Africa. While the book does much to illuminate Paton's novel, it additionally helps students use the novel to explore important social concerns still present in society.

A Far Cry: The Making of a South African (Ravan Writers Series)

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A Far Cry: The Making of a South African (Ravan Writers Series)
Mary Benson
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Cry Republic
Rome finally begins to Crumble...
Liberty or death!
Very Good Alternate Timleine Epic

Cry Republic
Kirk Mitchell
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ASIN: 0441123899
Release Date: 2000-12-05

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Two thousand years after Pilate pardoned Jesus, Rome rules the world with nuclear might. But when Caesar Germanicus seeks to transform the empire into a republic, his legions rise up against him.

• 3rd reissue in Kirk Mitchell's fascinating alternate history trilogy

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Cry Republic.......2004-11-25

I would like to add my voice to all the others who have reviewed the "Procurator" trilogy, and given it a high rating.
The books are a very satisfying read and despite the complaints of some about Mr. Mitchell's use of ancient names for locations and giving creative Latin names to some objects, I had no difficulty in following the plot. I would also like to say that his story telling skills are every bit as good as Harry Turtledove's and wish he would write in the alternative history genre more.

Now that I've read the last book in the trilogy, "Cry Republic," I'll miss Germanicus, Rolf, and Tora and wonder if they ever reunited and succeeded in establishing the republic. I hope some time in the future Mr. Mitchell will see fit to write another book and tie up all the loose ends he has left in his third book in this series.

Rome finally begins to Crumble..........2003-03-14

'Cry Repbulic' concludes the trilogy started by 'Procurator,' in which ancient Rome never fell. Written by Kirk Mitchell, history as we know it was changed when Pontius Pilate spared Jesus Christ from the cross. Without its Martyr, Christianity never rose to take root in the Empire, eventually erroding its strength and causing its crumble.

Germanicus Agricola began the series as a Procurator. Through a failed coup, most of the Imperial family was killed, and the title of Emporer fell to Germanicus. Over the course of adventures in the East and in the New World, Germanicus attempted to solidify his power....only so he could give it all away. His goal, from the beginning of his reign, has been to restore Rome to a Republic.

However, the very individuals that seek to gain the most from this arrangement, the Senators, stand the most firmly in his way. They have grown use to living a privileged lifestyle; the rise of a Republic would make them have to work. They help plot Germanicus' overthrow with Nepos, a high ranking Emporer's aide. Nepos conspires with Claudia, the mother of Germanicus' adopted son, to assassinate Germanicus and assume 'the Purple'--the rank of Emporer.

Germanicus manages to escape with the aide of his most loyal bodyguard, the German Rolf, and another advisor from the Far East, Tora.

The most intriguing part of these novels is to watch the Rome that never fell attempt to weave modern technology into the Empire. For the most part, the Empire has been resistant. Electric power is in its infancy. Gunpowder and firearms are generations behind modern day warfare. The automobile is practically nonexistant. The first airplane of the series is seen in the last novel. The Romans may have been stubborn enough to conquer the known world, but that same stubborness appears to have prevented the world from evolving much.

'Cry Republic,' like its predecessors, is steeped in theological mystery. The mystery of Christ, who appears to have moved onwards towards China after his pardon, is touched on throughout the series. The Jews still make their home in Isreal. Germanicus is somewhat torn between the Roman Gods of his homeland and the intriguing faith he discovers as he flees.

My greatest complaint with this novel, and the series for that matter, is that it is often difficult to determine where things are happening. Mitchell uses a lot of latin names for locations that are not obvious, unless of course you have studied latin. The same problem holds true for some technological innovations. After enough reading, even the casual reader can figure out what is meant. However, this leads to frustration and often a plodding story line.

That being said, this is still an excellent alternative history novel. It gets away from the Civil War and World War II, both favorites of most alternative history authors, and is compelling. I highly recommend this series to alternative history fans, Roman history buff, and those interested in theological fiction.

Liberty or death!.......2000-12-13

This fine adventure story wraps up Kirk Mitchell's "Procurator" trilogy. The first book ("Procurator") introduced Germanicus Agricola, military governor of Anatolia, serving in the name of a Roman Empire that never fell. In the next book, Germanicus travelled to the New World, to make war with the bellicose Aztec Empire, and their enigmatic Chinese allies. Throughout his career, however, Germanicus had only one goal: the dismantling of the Empire, and the ultimate restoration of the legendary Republic.

Alas, the tradition-minded Empire has little room for idealists. Germanicus, his plot detected before it can reach fruition, is forced to flee East in fear for his life. Meanwhile, a cruel usurper seizes the Roman throne, determined to profit from the chaos. A bloodthirsty and paranoid tyrant, he ruthlessly goes about the task of eliminating his rivals. His main target, inevitably, is Germanicus...

Germanicus himself makes his way to Anatolia, in the desperate hope of finding allies, or, more probably, a peaceful death. He finds more than he could have expected, however. For in the East, away from the pagan heartland of the Empire, monotheism has survived through the milennia. And now, both the Jews of Palestine and the Muslim-like Anatolians see something special in this _pasa_ from the West, something which may forever change the course of events, both temporal and spiritual.

This book, like the previous ones, provides a satisfying mixture of alternate history and theological fantasy. The timeline is not particularly plausible (the Imperial structure has apparently survived almost completely unchanged for two thousand years), but the static and conservative empire, straining on the brink of a major technological revolution, makes a fascinating setting.

An excellent concluding book.

Very Good Alternate Timleine Epic.......2000-12-09

This is the sequel to Procurator and New Barbarians, where Germanicus Julius Agricola eventually wound up becoming emperor in a Rome that never fell. In this book, his Republican dream-a Rome without an Emperor, governed by the Senate-are discovered and a conspiracy forms that puts him on the run, and later plunges Rome into civil war. Don't be hoping for a conclusive ending though-this book ends on a cliffhanger.

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Great book
'A Beautiful Mind'
A must read - highly recommended
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Biko - Cry Freedom (Owl Books)
Donald Woods
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Great book.......2007-03-21

The book not only features the story told by Donald Woods but has extensive court interviews with Biko showing his true ideas that scared the racist government of South Africa so much that they had him killed.

Excellent book.

'A Beautiful Mind'.......2005-12-23

The number one element stopping Blacks today is the absence of consciousness and the Orisha Biko exudes that. His essays are honest and concise and he gives you a glimpse of what South Africa was like and the resistance by him and a number of other Africans. Blacks have to be leading the league in terms of 'liberation literature' but it doesn't matter because they don't read and when they do it's not material like this. Hence, the situation remains.

A must read - highly recommended.......2004-06-04

Despite the dramatic shift in the political climate of South Africa since his death, Biko's words and beliefs are every bit as relevant today. His Black Consciousness movement was as much a political force against apartheid as it was an indictment of self-inflicted notions of inferiority. This book powerfully tells the story of Biko's life, his beliefs and the circumstances of living in banishment in South Africa. In the absence of any physical memorial for Biko, this book is a powerful rememberance to a man who should not be forgotten, and a tribute to an author who bravely brought us Biko's story.

Touching.......2004-01-17

Woods wrote this book to show the world how desperate the need for change was in south Africa. There is a vast seperation between the black natives and the whites in south africa, up until recently the country lived under a currupt white goverment which did not allow blacks to live in white towns as anything other then slaves, forcd them into awful getto which had awful living conditions, taught them in school only what they needed to know to serve the whites, and constently terrorised their neighborhoods. Steve Biko stood up peicefully, not demanding radical change, but understanding that he must change what has happened to his people. Black Contiousness was his approch. He wanted the natives of south africa to learn their own history at school and not the whites, he wanted them to have pride in themselves and understand their own humanity. Steve Biko was band and very liking killed for saying this. Blacks who stood up in South Africa always seemed to die in police custodity one way or another. After his death Woods was inspired to write this book, he was band in South Africa and risked his life to escape the country with his book. This is a must read for anyone who is not educated about the hardships of South Africa or Africa as a whole.

Start Elsewhere, but Return to Biko.......2003-02-24

This is much more than a simple biography of Steve Biko, the leader of the Black Consciousness movement in South Africa and one of the seminal figures in the anti-apartheid movement, it is an insider's look and condemnation of the System. Though Biko died young and apartheid has faded into memories for most people who had the misfortune of living in it, his is an excellent example of the horroific prejudices to which people, even in these enlightened times, can be subjected. This book uses incredible detail and many essential sources to tell a lively, powerful, and important story. I watched Cry Freedom several years ago and was inspired tolearn more about the subject, and I would recommend the same path, because the movie really brings the characters and issues to life. I would caution people who only want to learn the basics about the history of apartheid or Biko, that this is a very indepth and detailed book, that can be difficult to follow if you are not familiar with the subjects, so I might recommend a slightly more elementary book for a first experience.

Alan Paton, "Cry, the Beloved Country" (York Notes)

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Cry Blood, Cry Erin: The Fight for the Irish Republic

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Cry Blood, Cry Erin: The Fight for the Irish Republic

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Cry of the Indian Republic
Ram Chandra Jha
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Cry Republic
Kirk Mitchell
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Cry Freedom
Cry Freedom
Cry Freedom
Cry Freedom
exciting south african reality

Cry, Freedom (Oxford Bookworms S.)
John Briley
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Cry Freedom

ASIN: 0194216373

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Cry Freedom.......2004-01-16

This novel written by John Briley, demonstrates the courage and struggle of Steve Biko, as well as other black citizens.
The story took place in South Africa during the Apartheid period. Black people were treated unfairly, and deserve no rights. This story also gives Biko's idea on equality to the readers.
The author describe vividly about black people's lives in South Africa. In the story' it show black people participating an underground speech made by Steve Biko. All the black people wish that they could be the same as the white people are, that's why they are there, though it's risky.
I am pleased with Biko' spirit. He demonstrates human's basic desire-freedom.
This novel is very easy to understand, and it's the best non-fiction novel I ever read. However, this novel is too predictable, so I give it 4 stars out of 5.

Cry Freedom.......2004-01-16

Cry Freedom.......2004-01-15

John Briley did a very good job on describing Biko's life, as well as the lives of other black citizens in South Africa during the Apartheid period.
The protagonist of this story is a newspaper editor, Donald Woods. He is the white man who agrees with Biko's idea, which is that, all the black people and white people live together peacefully and deserve equal rights. However, tragically, the police killed Biko. After that, Woods get him into trouble, because he is investigating on Biko's death.

This story is a sad story, but it shows the spirit of those who sacrifice for freedom in South Africa. This story is very predictable, so I give it 4 stars out of 5.

exciting south african reality.......2001-11-10

This is the book which tells us the story of a black banned south african, who thinks black should get free, and insists not using violence, but words. By chance he meets a reporter named Donald Woods and they ge to be friends.

But as their friendship develops so does the south african wihes to catch him. Finally he's caught and the editor banned. But he'll strugle to get freedom and publish a book about these black leader.

Sad but true and exciting story of the late seventies, definetely recommendable.

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Wonderfully deep and compelling

WONDERFUL, INSPIRING, PHENOMENAL

Bollox

I thought that the morals and themes were good and true.

Not for most teenagers.

Cry, the Beloved Country (Cliffs Notes)
Richard O. Peterson , and Eva Fitzwater
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The original CliffsNotes study guides offer a look into critical elements and ideas within classic works of literature.

CliffsNotes on Cry, the Beloved Country takes you into a compassionately told story set in the troubled and changing South Africa in the 1940s.

Focusing on a people who are caught between two worlds -- the old with its rituals and and respect and the new with its lack of values and order -- this study guide explores a novel of social protest through character analyses and critical essays. Other features that help you figure out this important work include

Profile of the author Alan Paton's life and work
Historical background of the troubled and changing South Africa of the 1940s
Character web and in-depth analyses of the major roles
Summaries and commentaries for each chapter within the book
Review questions and suggestions for theme topics

Classic literature or modern-day treasure — you'll understand it all with expert information and insight from CliffsNotes study guides.

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Cry, the Beloved Country is a beautifully told and profoundlycompassionate story of the Zulu pastor Stephen Kumalo and his sonAbsalom, set in the troubled and changing South Africa of the 1940s.

This concise supplement to Paton's Cry, The Beloved Country helpsstudents understand the overall structure of the work, actions andmotivations of the characters and the social and cultural perspective ofthe author.

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Wonderfully deep and compelling.......2004-08-30

I am an English teacher and a book lover to the extreme. I use cliff notes in my class to aid students with ideas and concepts in books that might otherwise be lost on them. I like the fact that the summaries are limited on this particular version, so the students are forced to read and reread to comprehend. The book itself is one of the most beautiful, well-written, symbolic books that I have ever read. I suggest using it in a unit on South Africa, apartheid/segregation, racism, Black History, or perhaps as a tool on train-of-thought writing. The book is for mature readers--average or immature students will find the book "boring" because they are unable to comprehend the depth and meaning of the novel. The Cliff Notes should help somewhat with these students--but some could never appreciate the work even with the supplement.
For those who are not teachers, and are reading for enjoyment, the cliff notes are also good just to reinforce the concepts and make your reading experience easier. However, be sure to actually read the beautiful novel itself--the harsh truths and beautiful symbols of this book are aure to enlighten.

WONDERFUL, INSPIRING, PHENOMENAL.......1999-11-16

I personnally thought this book was great! And, that's suprising cuz I had to do it for an english assignment, and yet, i even loved the book (that's rare!) I reccomend it to all!

Bollox.......1999-11-09

If anyone can show me a worse book I will be amazed. Yes I suppose it had a good message but really he could have done it in a more interesting way. Really George Orwell could do it so why can't he. Anyone feel like chucking rotten eggs at Patons door? Yes I thought so.

I thought that the morals and themes were good and true........1999-10-12

I thought that the book was very good overall. It did have drawbacks though. Some of the things I thought were not very interesting. But I thought that the court scenes and racisim scenes were very well written. I could very well imagine myself in the position of characters. The characters were good also. There is a lot in it about fear. It describes the fear and suffering the feel very well.

Not for most teenagers........1999-09-09

Seeing these other reviews, I felt I had to add my own, since none of them were really nice. The book wasn't the most thrilling for most of the gum snapping rabble that high schools are full of. But for more mature people it was interesting. Don't go by the reviews from people who tell u it sux and they type like that.

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A must-read during this election year!.......2000-08-16

I found this wonderful book in the gift shop of the White House- it's truly as much fun to read as it is to cook from! The authors have taken recipes from the White House 100 years ago and made them more modern. They've also added lots of interesting etiquette and health tips from the last century. If you enjoy reading cookbooks, this one is a must-have for your collection!

History, humor and healthy recipes!.......1996-07-16

This cookbook has something for everyone, from history buffs to healthy eaters. The authors have taken recipes from the original White House Cookbook used 100 years ago in the Grover Cleveland era, and updated them to meet the nutrient needs of people today- low in fat but high in convenience and taste. For example, corn pudding (originally made with eggs, heavy cream and butter) becomes Centennial Corn Casserole, with half the fat and calories. Also of interest are cookie recipes from Barbara Bush and Hillary Clinton, which have been lightened up. (I thought the "light" version of Hillary's cookies tasted better than the original!) In addition to healthy recipes, there is a wealth of interesting historical information about cooking in the White House 100 years ago and a touch of humor with health hints from the past (hair restorer tonic, cures for colic, etc). This book is a great recipe source, as well as an interesting read

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