Slayer: A Totally Awesome Collection of Buffy Trivia

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Stunning and awesome, a collection of Buffy trivia spanning all seven seasons, with lists and miscellaneous information, including: Top Tens, Worst Fives, best lines, famous guest stars, body counts, and vampires dusted or the best 'coming back from the dead' bits.

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A Fun Guide to Have for the Avid Buffy Fan.......2006-11-19

While it is much advised to also purchase Keith Topping's more comprehensive guide, this small diamond in the rough is appealing in it's own way. Some of the general information *is* found within Topping's larger body of work on Buffy, however, this smaller guide has more of a fun and frisky vibe.

One of my favorite features of this guide is the in-depth look at Spike, and the journey and struggles his character had to go through, including his deeply-rooted love for the Slayer and the repercussions it had on both himself and Buffy. In separate installments throughout the book, Topping explores different aspects of Spike's life in order to better understand the man (...er, vampire) he eventually became. From the day Drusilla sired him and saved him from mediocrity, as Spike himself so eloquently put it, to their love affair that spanned centuries, to his fateful arrival in Sunnydale, and on down the line through the major events in Spike's life. As a Spike fan, I find Topping's take on the subject fascinating.

This is an easy read, and a must-have for Buffy fans. Keith Topping is a self-made Buffy expert, and the book includes fun features such as "Top 10" and "Top 25" lists. For example, there is a "25 Best Episodes" list (according to Keith Topping's opinion, of course, but he's mostly right), and a "Top 20 Most Creative Deaths".

If you want a full in-depth Buffy guide with comprehensive episode guides and trivia to boot, then buy "The Complete Slayer". If you just want a light read with some fun inside info, then this is the one for you. I personally recommend owning both, as I do, but it's up to you.

Tid-bits of the Buffyverse.......2005-07-13

I can't say much more than what was already expressed above. I originally wanted the book because I thought it was actually a question and answer thing, it is not. The book has many FACTS about the show, spanning seven years. If you are a Spike fan you might like the book a bit more, Keith Topping writes a ten part series about Spike. The book shows a brief summary of Buffy's seven seasons, but not into great detail. It also shows the 30 "greatest episodes" and the 7 worst episodes according to Topping. "Britishisms", Bible references, movies, and television programs that were featured in Buffy, are also displayed in the book. A few characters have their "defined" moments in Buffy. The book also has the most memorable quotes from each season. There are some other fun little tidbits of info and opinions that are fun to ponder! I'm sure this little book will help you on Buffy trivia night or something like that. Hey, I'm not a "reader" and I didn't go to bed until the book was done, took me around 4 hours! Again, it's not a question and answer book..and most hardcore Buffy fans won't find much information they don't know. Still all and all, I would suggest it! I will be sure to purchase more books by the author! Happy reading!

Ok for the big Buffy fan, pricey for what you get.......2005-05-06

This book is sort of a quick pocket guide to the Buffy the Vampire Slayer TV series but it isn't the best value for Buffy fans. There's a lot of stuff here in this little (I hadn't paid attention to the dimensions Amazon lists) guide but most of it is repeated in Toppings Complete Slayer book, usually in even greater detail.
I thought the little several page sumary of all seven years was interesting, maybe even as good as reading the episode notes in teh DVD sets would be. I didn't mind the different trivia sections, lots of things in them, but in this book Topping just lists things as occuring in an episode by the show title- in The Complete Slayer he also lists the episode number (which I particularly liked as I don't remember most episodes by title and need more help in finding them).
The most interesting facts I read here, but don't remember from his Ultimate guide, concerned Gile's home in England (seen in early 7th season)- apparently that is Anthony Stewart Head's real home, the other fact was a "you might also have seen me in" trivia bit about the actress who played Marcy the invisible girl in 1st season. I don't remember ever seeing her picture in the episode itself but this bit tells of a movie she's appeared in.
The book is a fun little read but for only a couple of dollars more get Topping's Complete Slayer, it is a much better value.

Yes and No (but mostly yes).......2005-05-05

This is a great little collection of Buffy trivia, cleverly categorized and fun to read. However, if you've already picked up Keith Topping's outstanding same-titled episode guides, "Slayer", you won't see anything here you haven't seen before. While it's worth a look for the Buffy-obsessed, and its much smaller size makes it more accessible as a reference for trivia games, you can get all it contains and much more by reading "The Complete Slayer", Topping's compilation of three previous books that contains his wonderful tour of every episode of Buffy, and then goes on to explore the life the series has outside its 7-year television run in books, comics, the internet, fan fic, philosophy/education, and more.

Still, this is a fun way to spend some time, and the only reason I can't give it 5 stars is because the material is gleaned (often word for word) from the larger works. Topping's take on the Buffyverse is thoughtful, sensitive, often hilarious, and always interesting, and his attention to detail is amazing. He has some great sources that provided behind-the-scenes details most of us wouldn't know about otherwise. Even if you've read the episode guides, you won't be disappointed here, but you'll probably experience some serious deja vu.

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An influential early Romantic composer for piano, John Field (1782-1837) redefined the term "nocturne." Field's dreamy, poetic style exerted a lasting effect on such later composers as Chopin, Liszt, and Schumann. This new collection brings together the most popular and often performed of Field's nocturnes, along with a selection of his most important solo piano works.

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Field 9 Nocturnes (Kalmus Edition)

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John Field And the Nocturne
Allan J. Wagenheim
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John Field is the most misunderstood composer in the history of classical music. The author, a former educator, classical pianist, and member of the Aldenori Piano Trio, finally sets the record straight. Pianists both professional and amateur, educators, teachers of piano performance, and musicologists who want to meet the real John Field and understand his finest creations, the nocturnes, will find this book indispensable.

The life and music of John Field, 1782-1837, creator of the nocturne

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The life and music of John Field, 1782-1837, creator of the nocturne
Patrick Piggott
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John Field
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Concerto No. 2 in A Flat Major, Nocturnes for Piano Solo

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Concerto No. 2 in A Flat Major, Nocturnes for Piano Solo
John Field
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Field 18 Nocturnes Piano Solo (Schirmer, No. 42)

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Field 18 Nocturnes Piano Solo (Schirmer, No. 42)
John Field
Manufacturer: Schirmer
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Composed by John Field (1782-1837), edited by Franz Liszt (1811-1886). Collection for solo piano. 80 pages. Published by G. Schirmer, Inc. With fingerings, performance notes, thematic index and introductory text (does not include words to the songs). Classical Period. 9x12 inches. Edited and with introductory text by Franz Liszt. Contents: Nocturne #1 - Molto Moderato Eb Major Nocturne #2 - Moderato E Molto Espress. C Minor Nocturne #3 - Un Poco Allegretto Ab Major Nocturne #4 - Poco Adagio A Major Nocturne #5 - Cantabile, Assai Lento Bb Major Nocturne #6 - Andante Tranquillo (Cradle Song) F Major Nocturne #7 - Andante A Major Nocturne #8 - Andante Spianato Eb Major Nocturne #9 - Adagio E Minor Nocturne #10 - Andante Con Moto (Nocturne Pastorale) E Major Nocturne #11 - Moderato Eb Major Nocturne #12 - Allegro (Nocturne Characteristique - "Noontide") E Major Nocturne #13- Dreamily (Reverie) C Major Nocturne #14 - Lento G Major Nocturne #15 - Lento (Song Without Words) D Minor Nocturne #16 - Molto Moderato C Major Nocturne #17 - Molto Moderato C Major Nocturne #18 - Molto Moderato F Major

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Field:Nocturnes/Harty:John Field
Daniel Adni , and N Cdagro Emi67431 Dilkes
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John Field of Dublin,: Inventor of the nocturne;

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John Field of Dublin,: Inventor of the nocturne;
William Henry Grattan Flood
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John Field: 18 Nocturnes: Piano Solo (A Kalmus Classic Edition)

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Perfect piano music.

John Field: 18 Nocturnes: Piano Solo (A Kalmus Classic Edition)

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Perfect piano music........2007-08-21

Hard to find better music for the intermediate pianist. Field's Nocturnes are a predecessor to Chopin's (~20 yrs.) Unpretentious, beautiful music.

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Best Magic Book.......2005-09-10

I just became interested in doing magic and this book was absolutely fabulous. Some really great basics and some cool stuff that is unique and very appropriate for beginning magicians. The explanations were clear and I love that it came with the props I needed. I would highly recommend it to anyone who loves magic. I have friends who have been doing magic for years and still find this book fun.

Great gift.......2005-08-09

This is for an 8 yr. old. His birthday is not until Nov. This is a special surprise for him. He loves watching magic tricks. Now he can do his own! Thank you,the book is easy to read and good tricks for him to do!

A beginner's only book.......2000-08-29

This book was very helpful. It contains a total of 31 tricks, 10 or 11 of which are actually worth it. This book however does come with one of the best gaggets you need as a magician, this gagget will help you dissapear hankercheifs and etc. when you show themm to an audience. A good book for the begining magician.

Great Book.......2000-04-12

This is a great book for anyone that wants to learn magic. It comes with a ring that you can use for many magic tricks (It is my favorite prop). It comes with easy tricks, and very hard tricks. And one more thing...Don't use the orange string for the "Cut & Restored Rope" trick, you lose a bit of rope with that trick. Five stars well earned, with great illustraions and well worded tricks this is the best!

The Magic is Real.......2000-03-29

This book shouldn't be released to the general public!

I am a magician and have been doing some of these tricks for years. These tricks are tried and true. For a beginner, it is an excellent way to get started. It is written for the child in mind as the explanations are clear and concise. The tricks are good and it even comes with props to start doing the tricks.

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Klutz Puzzle your friends and baffle your enemies with 24 coin tricks we should never give away! Complete with a real double headed quarter. You will never lose another coin toss in your life. Not intended for children under 6 years.

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A simply amazing book.......2002-09-21

This book is fun! fun! fun! I started reading it and almost couldn't stop. Very informative on interesting coin tricks.
If you're sitting around the house bored, read this.

The BEST Coin-Magic Book.......1999-04-18

This is the best coin-magic book I have ever read. The tricks are ridiculusly simple, but the audience remains mysified, and the text is absolutly hilarious. Within less than a day I was able to do at least three tricks. In fact, when I did them in front of my family, the tricks looked pretty impressive - even if I do say so myself. Next time I'll charge 'em. I'd recommend this book to any one, any age, who likes to astound their friends, family, or even their worst enemy.

A must-have for kids and magicians alike!.......1998-11-14

Even if the cool double-sided quarter hadn't been included with the book, the book would still be great. This book shows how to palm a coin, do a Bobo Pass, a French drop, and more! Anyone who wants to be a magician, get attention, or just have fun will love this book. The equipment is easy to obtain and the instructions are easy to follow. IT IS A GREAT BOOK!

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Toddler Tamer.......2007-07-12

My 3 year old loves this book! The sponge broke off and was useless but we bought another one and all is well. It does keep him busy longer than most things. There's enough paint for him to keep painting long after the pages of this book are finished. Paint wipes right off the table with a damp cloth.

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THE KLUTZ BOOK OF MAGIC

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Binding: Spiral-bound
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THE KLUTZ BOOK OF MAGIC
John and Michael Stroud Cassidy
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Rewriting The Testament Of Solomon: Tradition, Conflict And Identity In A Late Antique Pseudepigraphon (Library of Second Temple Studies)

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Rewriting The Testament Of Solomon: Tradition, Conflict And Identity In A Late Antique Pseudepigraphon (Library of Second Temple Studies)
Todd Klutz
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Magic and the Bible reconsidered.(Magic in the Biblical World: From the Rod of Aaron to the Ring of Solomon)(Book review) : An article from: Judaism: A Quarterly Journal of Jewish Life and Thought

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Magic and the Bible reconsidered.(Magic in the Biblical World: From the Rod of Aaron to the Ring of Solomon)(Book review) : An article from: Judaism: A Quarterly Journal of Jewish Life and Thought
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This digital document is an article from Judaism: A Quarterly Journal of Jewish Life and Thought, published by Thomson Gale on June 22, 2005. The length of the article is 2163 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: Magic and the Bible reconsidered.(Magic in the Biblical World: From the Rod of Aaron to the Ring of Solomon)(Book review)
Author: Alex Jassen
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Date: June 22, 2005
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Magic in the Biblical World: From the Rod of Aaron to the Ring of Solomon.(Book review): An article from: The Journal of the American Oriental Society

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Magic in the Biblical World: From the Rod of Aaron to the Ring of Solomon.(Book review): An article from: The Journal of the American Oriental Society
Scott B. Noegel
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This digital document is an article from The Journal of the American Oriental Society, published by Thomson Gale on July 1, 2005. The length of the article is 983 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: Magic in the Biblical World: From the Rod of Aaron to the Ring of Solomon.(Book review)
Author: Scott B. Noegel
Publication: The Journal of the American Oriental Society (Magazine/Journal)
Date: July 1, 2005
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Is it possible today to understand current genres such as drama and theater without considering the influence of television? Elizabeth Klaver argues that television's dominance of the entertainment industry demands a continual negotiation of subject position from all other cultural forms and institutions. By examining plays that incorporate televisual discourse-from cameras and monitors to televisual style and structure-Performing Television probes the turbulent relation contemporary drama has had to television and its negotiations for identity in a postmodern media culture.

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