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The beauty of eternity.......2006-07-13
Dean Koontz did a beautiful job with this book of photographs of cemeteries, writing words that whisper softly into the ear and which match the photos perfectly. This is a lovely book.
The Sound of the Cemetary.......2000-09-30
To appreciate this is book of art you have to be able to look past all preconceived ideas of cemetaries and dying and look further into a higher realm of spirituality. The monuments featured in this book speak of something other than death - they speak of the person that lives on and the people that are left behind to remember them. Looking through the pages I felt a connection to another world that was very much alive. When you look at each picture you can feel the emotion. The monuments whisper to you from beneath the vines and the algae that threaten to keep their secrets forever. Looking at all of this one must wonder why so many feel the need to express their grief in such a manner? When I look at the pictures, the beautiful aged monuments tell a story of their own and possess their own mortality, especially the ones that mimic our image. Seeing their bodies covered in snow or their faces that have aged like our mortal ones instill a sense of fragility among the living and the dead alike. There is no escaping the inevitable and if you could just look past the marble and granite you would see the souls that are trying to tell you their story. After I read this book I longed to see Pere-Lachaise in Paris. I finally got the opportunity five months ago. Being there was the most surreal experience I have ever had. I found many of the monuments shown and I have to say David Robinson's photography speaks to us in a way that no spoken language can. Pere-Lachaise is over 105 acres of remarkable ethereal beauty. Cemetaries are usually thought of as the land of the dead but this book will show you how alive death can be. After you view this book you will not only see beauty, you will feel it. And if you are one of the lucky ones you will realize that cemetaries are alive and if you listen closely, you will feel what they have to say.
Visual Memoirs Of Cemeteries.......1998-03-27
Cemeteries are like galleries of the dead, mausoleums and tombstones etched with the intricacy of a sculptor's chisel. Art of the Cemetery is a gorgeous visual journey into some of the most elegant and quaint gravesides around the world. Horror writer Dean Koontz reflects upon mortality while discussing his personal insights about death, and speaks about the sense of quiet charms that permeate cemeteries from New Orleans to tiny cemeteries hidden away in corners of the world. The pictures in the book represent lavish and sometimes forgotten memorials, and serve as ceremonials to the dead, whether the dearly departed are famous graves buried within Paris' Pere Lachaise cemetery or unmarked tombs decorated in simple yet loving care. Many of the tombs are studies in beauty, and photographer David Robinson's pictures paint an ethereal eye over many of the locations, giving testimony to cemeteries as artistic havens of extraordinary form and decadence. Koontz explores the perceptions of death and the afterlife by reflecting on the history of cemeteries, his eloquent words giving a sense of humanity to the imagery of death. The pictures show remarkably beautiful cemeteries, such as the Montmartre in Paris and the Jewish cemetery in Prague. The idea of transcendence is evoked through the pages, with images of exquisite emblems of wreaths and personal items left on graves to remember the dead. There seems to be a story behind many of the grave sites shown, which makes the book a fascinating exploration each time it's looked at. While the book does depict symbols and artwork of the silent world of the cemetery, it's not a somber portrayal that will sadden. The book's depictions of angelic statues and carven marble resting places serves to uplift the common misconception about death as a final end. To view the pictures and epitaphs from tombs of lovers and children is to visit an unknown soul's home, leaving your thoughts like flowers at their feet.
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Good news: You don’t have to sacrifice style just to pay your electric bill. Kathryn Finney, a.k.a. the Budget Fashionista, is the expert on all things chic and cheap. Now she opens up her Prada bag of shopping and style tips to make you fashionably frugal, with change to spare. It’s as easy as 1-2-3!
1. Know your budget: Learn innovative, money-saving ways to increase your clothing funds.
2. Know your style: Get helpful hints from fashion insiders and use them to develop your own mode of self-expression.
3. Know your bargains: Discover the art of scoring exclusive friends-and-
family coupons for your favorite department stores
Whether you’re a homemaker from Houston, a grandma from Grand Rapids, or an M.D. from Manhattan, you don’t need to break the bank to look your best. With great cost-cutting tips, at-home spa secrets, designer discount websites, and access to exclusive deals, The Budget Fashionista is like having your own personal stylist at your beck and call. So before you go out and commit the eighth deadly sin–buying a fake Louis Vuitton–read this must-have guide and learn to be style-smart and budget-wise!
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A Great Find!!!.......2007-08-26
I stumbled across this book while checking out at my local library. I have to say that this book was a great find! I got home w/ it and could not put it down. I immediately took out my notebook and made notes. Unfortunately I could only keep this book for two weeks, so I made a promise that I would buy it one day when I had the extra money. This book really inspires and teaches. Ms. Finney shows you how to build your wardrobe and even make your own products at home to pamper yourself. I signed up for her daily newsletter and even her fashion gab forum. I am on it everyday to soak up all of this fashionista's knowledge. As a treat, she even sent out invites to her fashion gab forum and after you completed so many posts, she sends you a copy of her book. I received mine today and it's signed also. This book will defintely be my go book and it stays in my tote bag when I am out shopping. Again, a great resource!!!
great find.......2007-08-25
This guide is a concise, well written, informative and funny guide to the world of savvy shopping. It's particularly aimed at those of us who know very little about what's out there and how to get the best deal. The book is a quick read. The websites provided are awesome. I now have a crick in my neck from checking them out (and ordering from them!). I can't decide whether to share the wealth of information or keep it to myself! Have fun!
If you like thrift and 2nd hand stores...........2007-08-24
I personally prefer to buy new clothes and not used. This book focused a lot on incorporating 2nd hand clothing. I'm so disappointed with this book, I plan on returning it!
Love It! Great tips even for pro bargain shoppers.......2007-08-09
I just read this book, and I have to say, I've found my shopping soulmate! As a professional shopper who's shopping motto is "Don't buy it unless it's at least 90% off retail," I didn't expect to learn much from this book. After all, for the last 7 years, I've traveled the country in search of bargains to pass on to my ebay customers. I often hear salesclerks gasp in amazement as I buy a large bag full of designer items for under $100.
But this book goes way beyond the basics. Written in a straightforward, upbeat style that's fun to read, it covers the full spectrum of tips and tricks for buying a designer wardrobe for less.
My copy is now thoroughly dog-eared and underlined, and I'm ready to take my shopping to the next level. The Budget Fashionista offers amazing tips for scoring the best deals at outlets, online, at consignment shops and even at department stores. I love how she's so specific about when, where, and how to score the best deals. I learned about some new sources I hadn't considered, like DSW Shoe Warehouse, Loehmanns online, and sample sales.
The Personal Style quiz was a great tool for analyzing what I already have that I love, helping me focus on the pieces that really build my wardrobe. In the style of the "Look For Less" tv show, she even explains in detail how she helped a friend buy a full professional wardrobe for under $600. This book is so inspiring and fun to read, and I recommend it for anyone, from a novice to a professional, that wants to buy more great clothes for less money.
The book is Okay..........2007-08-07
I read this book in about two days. It was a quick read and she has some good tips for budget shopping, but I don't appreciate all the stuff about consignment shops, pruchasing off ebay and trading clothes. I will not buy used clothing, who knows where it has been or who the previous owner was.
It's nice to find a good deal at an Saks Off Fifth or Nordstrom Rack, but if outlets and discount retailers are the only place to go then that doesn't work for me. I am not the type to go digging through every rack of clearance items hoping I find something. I do appreciate the insight on looking for certain things like basic tees from low-end retailers but the repeating references to Old Navy and Walmart is starting to get to me. Sales are always nice, but if you are in the average size range whether for shoes or clothes you will not find as many good deals as someone on either extremes. Not everything in the book is new, but it does give you insight to hear it/read it from someone else. Take what you need from the book, but don't follow all the guidelines religously.
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Dressing like a million is easy when you’ve got a million to spend. The challenge is trying to do it on a budget. With her top-selling fourth book, Dress Like a Million, fashion guru Leah Feldon, guarantees that every woman can meet the challenge with ultimate style.
In Dress Like a Million, Feldon gives you all the tools you need to put together a look that is not only effortless, flattering, and relatively inexpensive, but also one that is timeless, perfectly suited to your body type, and packed with personal style. With snappy text, fun illustrations, and unique insights, Feldon entertains as she informs—a winning combination that has marked her as one of the best style writers in the business.
Feldon has been on the fashion scene for more than twenty years, as a stylist, designer, image consultant, journalist, author, and television host. She has dressed models, celebrities, and real people alike, and if there’s one thing she has learned in her varied career it’s that money is not the deciding factor of style and chic. Know-how is. InDress Like a Million she shares her considerable knowledge and shows you how savvy, smarts, and a good sense of self can give you equal footing with any Park Avenue princess.
Dress Like a Million has the definitive word on:
Building the perfect wardrobe with the right look for every occasion Dressing up and down with taste and style Flattering your individual body type Hair and Make-up do’s and don’ts The final word on color theory How to choose timeless classics Sixteen basics every woman needs in her wardrobe
Customer Reviews:
Timeless Advice.......2007-08-15
This book is so helpful... it is advice i am amazed i have lived without. I have a copy of this one and "Does this make me look fat?" Both incredibly valuable. Of course it is for anyone who desires to dress in a classic style. Highly recommended.
Ageless advice.......2007-01-10
The book was a bit old ie some of the information related to fashion in the 1980s and 1990s. That said, the advice provided on style versus fashion remains relevant at any moment in time.
I bought this book because I liked "Does this make me look fat?" by the same author.
Not Exactly Trend-Proof.......2006-07-15
I am a fan of Feldon's books. I love the interesting fashion "types" in the beginning of her books, for example "Bas Couture." Many of these fashion types are still on streets today. However, the illustrations of pleated pants and mini-skirts (a la Calista Flockhart) are as outdated as the era that the book was written in. Ms. Feldon advocates a classic look, which works for many but can be dull if the wearer doesn't inject personality with accessories, textures or creative use of color. Another drawback is that it doesn't cover dressing for your body shape. For that, you will have to purchase her other book, "Does This Make Me Look Fat?" If you overlook these drawbacks, this book is a fun read and a great way to put together a good look on a budget.
Truly helpful, but ..........2001-11-07
Feldon's book will help you to organize your wardrobe and make wiser fashion purchases, but much of her advice is predicated on two assumptions: that everyone looks good in black (not true and boring besides!)and that everyone should/wants to dress like Audrey Hepburn.
A Great Book!.......2001-08-28
Love that this book is finally available in paperback. It was written a few years ago, but all the advice and tips really hold up. A classic---deserves to be in print forever! Contains totally useful information delivered in the same fun witty style as "Does This Make Me Look Fat?"---Feldon's latest book, which was featured on Oprah. Really helps you zero in on a personal style and get your wardrobe together. Highly recommended. I already own the hard cover, now I think I'll get a few of these for x'mas gifts!
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Dress better for less
Vicki Audette
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Dress for Less
Candy Barrie
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Serge It in an Hour or Less
Cindy Cummins
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Included in this enjoyable and informative book are many illustrations and delightful answers on wardrobe coordination, wise shopping strategies, clothing to work for years of wear, checklists, worksheets and even a section on shopping for the man in your life!
You won't have many questions left after reading this book. Plus you will learn how to spend less and look terrific!
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This digital document is an article from Utah Business, published by American Diversified Publishing Company, Inc. on September 1, 2001. The length of the article is 905 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.
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Title: BUSINESS FASHION for the 21st CENTURY.(less restrictive dress codes)(Brief Article)
Author: Stefene Russell
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Utah Business (Magazine/Journal)
Date: September 1, 2001
Publisher: American Diversified Publishing Company, Inc.
Volume: 15
Issue: 9
Page: 65
Article Type: Brief Article
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Shovel Bum: Comix of Archaeological Field Life
Trent de Boer
Manufacturer: AltaMira Press
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Shovel bums endure weeks of flea-bitten motel beds, greasy roadhouse food, tempermental field vehicles, and long stretches of boredom to practice that most romantic of intellectual endeavors-archaeology. Ignored by the profession, working for low wages an
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A great book on archeology field life.......2004-07-21
This insightful and delightful volume by de Boer will be a pleasant surprise for archaeologists and their friends and family. Anyone who has worked as an archaeologist, or even known an archaeologist will instantly relate to the stories and anecdotes illustrated here. The only thing I didn't like were the poorly-drawn cartoons featuring the Abner R. character; in contrast to the rest of the book, I did not find him in the least bit funny. Overall, however, the book was well done, and I highly recommend it.
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- A trip worth taking
- Surveyor an oasis in the desert
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Surveyor
G. W. Hawkes
Manufacturer: MacAdam/Cage Publishing
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ASIN: 1878448951 |
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Something's bothering John Swope, a one-legged sculptor and veteran of the Korean War. He is insisting on paying up all his old bogus gambling debts and the crazy bets he lost (like the one where his desert buddy, Paul, guessed the exact height--to an inch--of a mesa). But what's bugging him? John and Paul, best friends, have been surveying a piece of the New Mexican desert for almost 30 years, working for the mysterious Foundation. For what--or whom--they've never known. They've drifted into lassitude, taking creative liberties with their surveying. "We add mesas and draws and sometimes whole mountain ranges, and we change the courses of rivers. It doesn't much matter to us anymore where we put things."
But underneath the nonchalance looms some menace. Mysteries begin to accumulate, as do an assortment of strangers compelled to the desert--Caliope, who's building a desert town designed to be washed away; the Dinosaur Men--archaeologists in search of ancient bone. When the two crusty surveyors discover that their measurements and readings taken in the past are incorrect, more seems to be shifting than the land's contours.
The descriptions of landscape are worth the price of this slim novel. "It's blue in the evening, and then purple again, and then black, as if all the day's shadows had collected themselves for the next day's inevitable explosion." G.W. Hawkes writes a prose both clipped and lyrical; he creates memorable characters with a few deft strokes. Surveyor is a novel sparsely yet lyrically written about friendship and the impact that mysterious intrusions into their desert world brings. --Hollis Giammatteo
Book Description
Soupe and Merline live in a hermetic life in the New Mexico desert, where they survey the terrain for a distant and dubious foundation. They've labored together for thirty years, and their friendship seems as old and as permanent as the geography they're mapping. But when they discover mistakes in their surveying, and when archaeologists, film makers, and a beautiful young woman named Caliope intrude on their silent and solitary world, everything changes.
A poignant novel about two middle-aged men, their magical and mysterious desert home, and the sudden shift in terrain that alters both their sense of place and the structure of their friendship.
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A trip worth taking.......2000-03-31
I'm from Williamsport, where Hawkes teaches writing at Lycoming College, and so I've long known about his unusual story-telling gifts. This is a finely realized piece about two men who've been living alone for years, mapping the terrain in the American West, and the changes that occur in their relationship when various outsiders -- including a woman who has come to make an independent film -- come into their "terrain." Richly layered with unobtrusive symbols and interrelationships, also well-informed about its subject matter. Recommended.
Surveyor an oasis in the desert.......2000-03-31
As with his other novels, G.W. Hawkes offers in Surveyor deeply felt characters, intriguing plot lines, and sharply honed language. Metaphor, mystery, and the best kind of suspense--that which comes from a caring for the characters drawn on the page--keeps the reader turning not just from page to page but chapter to chapter. The relationship between the two desert-bound friends, their history, and the "invasion" of their space by a beautiful woman comingle to create a richly intriguing and well-wrought tale. Hawkes is able to divine the mysteries of the deeper forces of our lives and reveal them--in subtle desert colors, in the rhythm of dialogue, in the stirrings and gaits of character--across the pages of Surveyor with brilliant craft and utmost care.
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Roman Myths (Graphic Mythology)
David West
Manufacturer: Rosen Publishing Group
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ASIN: 1404208038 |
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Replete with spectacular drawings and written in an easy-to-read style, this book is broken into three segments and includes such scintillating tales as that of Romulus and Remus, Aeneas, and Horatius. Exhilarating and educational, Roman Myths will take your students on adventures into the culture of another country.
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The Jaguar Paw Puzzle (Mercer Mayer's Critter Kids Adventures)
Erica Farber
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The Jaguar Paw Puzzle
When the Critter Kids travel to the South American rainforest for an archaeological dig among the Mayan ruins, they discover that the priceless Jaguar Paw jade statue has just been stolen. Can the Critter Kids uncover the smuggling ring to save the statue, or will the Jaguar Paw disappear forever?
The Critter Kids® Adventure Series
Grades: 2–5
Join the Critter Kids as their classroom travels take them on exciting adventures!
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