Laughing on the Outside: The Life of John Candy
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  • Candy's life about hardships and with a complex problem!
Laughing on the Outside: The Life of John Candy
Martin Knelman
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Book Description

Funny and gentle, John Candy was loved by millions of movie fans for playing ture-to-life characters. Whether as the irrepressible bon vivant in Splash, the misunderstood slob in Uncle Buck, or the generous lonely salesman in Planes, Trains, and Automobiles, John Candy struck a perfect balance between self-deprecating humor and irresistible, emotional warmth. But behind the scenes, beneath the booming laughter, award-winning journalist Martin Knelman paints a compassionate portrait of john Candy--a man blessed by comic genius and goodness of heart who was ultimately an sadly undermined by self-doubt and misguided ambition.

Customer Reviews:

2 out of 5 stars A disappointment.......2005-04-22

This book seems to be the only one I can find having to do with John Candy, so I can't abandon it completely until something better comes along.

I'll save the book from a one-star rating because it is mildly enjoyable to learn about the life of the man, but the faults of the book outweigh its merits.

For instance, the author likes to annoy with his insistence on getting his fill of being a movie critic and putting down virtually every film/tv show John Candy appeared in, with the exception of "SCTV" and "Planes, Trains, and Automobiles." Instead of giving us insight into the making of the films, he seems to have more fun telling the reader how bad they are, and his opinion of the acting of the rest of the cast. There is nothing here for movie purists; as mentions of life on the set are limited to phrases of how everybody loved John and so forth. Good for reminiscing, but not for reading.

Second, the author is too heavyhanded in parts. While Candy's childhood is hardly referenced, nor is his family life; long-winded anecdotes about his business dealings with Wayne Gretzky and Bruce McNall, former owner of the LA Kings (NHL) occupy much of the book. Those familiar with Candy's films and not his early television work will feel shut-out at the beginning, as it is obvious the author is partial to the latter rather than the former. There is a frustrating lack of balance to the flow of story, particularly at the end. It seems as if the author wearied of writing about Candy and finished rather quickly, as the conclusion of the book felt stale and hollow. Scant sentences after passages on Candy's death go by, and the book has come to an end. Disappointing when it took so long to finish the introduction.

To further infuriate, the quotes taken from personal friends and fellow actors seem to have been lifted heavily from magazines and other sources, rather than anything from the author's own sweat and blood. Although put together in a satisfactory fashion, one cannot help but wish for deeper commentary and juicier gossip than this book only touches on. For all its talk about "deep, hidden sadness," this book fails to deliver on anything "deep."

4 out of 5 stars An OK Biography.......2004-02-23

All in all, I thought this was a pretty decent book. Even though the author doesn't speak much of John Candy's childhood, there is a lot about how he rose to becoming a star. The only things that I don't like in this book are:
1. The author always spells words like "Honor" and "Favorite" like this: Honour; Favourite.

2. The author acts like too much of a critic. He seems to have something against John Hughes and kind of makes him out to be a bad movie maker. He makes certain films like Ferris Beuler's Day Off and Uncle Buck seem like bad movies. He also says something like the Great Outdoors is a ripoff of National Lampoons Vacation. But the only thing those two films have in common is that they involve a family on a vacation and everything goes wrong, and that John Candy appeared in both of them.

Other than that, this book was alright.

4 out of 5 stars A fascinating book.......2003-06-05

I really liked this book and in fact, couldn't put it down. I read it in one sitting. Martin Knelman did an excellent job in documenting what was really a very sad story. I grew up in Toronto and was a fan of John Candy, watching his career from the earliest days of SCTV. I found this book to be a very accurate and an interesting historical review of the Canadian TV and media industry. Candy clearly made an amazing number of poor career choices but was also taken advantage of by many people in the show business industry which is unfortunate. This book would make a good movie.

1 out of 5 stars Do not waste your time.......2000-01-24

This book is about twice as long as it needs to be. It is way too wordy and lacks depth. I read two to three books per week and usually pass on my used books to others. When I completed reading this one I literally threw it in the trash. What a waste of money and time!

3 out of 5 stars Candy's life about hardships and with a complex problem!.......1999-07-28

John Candy's story is told in this penetrating biography tells about the off-screen comedians self complex and troubled problems with his weight and alcoholism, and his smoking that gained him over 300 pounds. And with his deeply rooted anxieties about his success, money and his self-worth. But above all that on-screen Candy was a funny, gentle, soft-hearted and affable also loved by millions of television & movie fans for playing characters who almost always conveyed much of the real man. Like "SCTV" where Candy's skecth characters came up to Mayor Tommy Shanks, Johnny LaRue and Stan Shmenge. And his best remebered known film roles like "Uncle Buck", "Plane Trains and Automobiles", "Splash" and "Cool Runnings". This is a tale of a comedian at war with his greatest instrument and a riveting portrait of a man's battle with his private demons!
Laughing on the Outside: Life of John Candy, The
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    Laughing on the Outside: Life of John Candy, The
    Martin Knelman
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    Let Them All Talk: The Music of Elvis Costello (Sanctuary Music Library)
    Average customer rating: 3 out of 5 stars
    • Very Under-rated
    • This book tells it like it is
    • LET THE AUTHOR TALK...
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    • Costello Fan To The MAX!!
    Let Them All Talk: The Music of Elvis Costello (Sanctuary Music Library)
    Brian Hinton
    Manufacturer: Music Sales Corporation
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    The first full study of the extraordinary career of this enigmatic singer/songwriter--London born Elvis Costello.

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    5 out of 5 stars Very Under-rated.......2003-11-11

    This is a very good reference for Costello admirers. I like the odd speculation about his song content and the possible intentions to his message. Costello is a master songwriter and this book gives a few different perspectives to his work. I don't think Hinton is far off with some of his theories. What I have found with the lyrics in question is that they have many possible meanings. The music might suggest love but the lyrics will point to politics, just to give one example. All in all, this was an entertaining observation into the life of a mysterious man. A very under-rated book to boot. I really think it is worth the purchase and the read.

    5 out of 5 stars This book tells it like it is.......2003-08-01

    I really enjoyed reading this book. It took alot of effort to do so much research on such a private man. His music is fantastic and his personal life is just like you and me. Ups and downs and very normal. At the time of this book Mr. Costello was happily married to his wife Cait. Now that marriage is over and he is to marry again, this time to a jazz singer. I think he should just be single for awhile. The book also explores the meanings of the songs. I liked that the best.

    2 out of 5 stars LET THE AUTHOR TALK..........2002-03-18

    I've never been so aware of an author before. Usually, even in a biography, you can kind of lose yourself in the story. Not here. Apparently the writer is getting paid by the word, and the longer the better. Turn to any page and there are examples like: "Sniffing glue and being sick had replaced rural weekends, tower blocks were suddenly more romantic than a bluebell wood, and anger and amphetamine seemed infinitely preferable to drifting away on a dope-fuelled reverie" (Honestly, I didn't even look for this. I opened the book for an example and it is the first thing I saw!) It is a very annoying read that also concentrates too much on live performances and interviews in the press. I guess I'm still looking for a book about Elvis that concentrates on the SONGS - a book that is much more browsable than this one. Some decent anecdotal song information is here, but you have to suffer through so much garbage to get it that you should save the money and form your own opinions.

    4 out of 5 stars What A Great Talent.......2002-03-16

    I just finished this book today. I am not that versed in Mr. Costello but I got curious when I finished the autobiography of Bebe Buell, "Rebel Heart", with Victor Bockris. I am now curious to explore his music mentioned in both books. I love a good love story!! This one sort of reminds me of the movie "Immortal Beloved" with Gary Oldman. After finishing this bio by Hinton, I was left wondering how one man could have so much talent and so many songs inside of him. It is rare to say the least. The only music I have by Mr. Costello is the "Painted From Memory" effort, which I really enjoy. I guess I will have to go and purchase the entire lot at this point!
    As for this book, I found it interesting and complete. Many times I found it hard to put down. When you read this book back to back with Ms. Buell's bio, it is even more entertaining. My final word, is that Mr. Costello is a genius and a master of mind games. Wordplay is also a specialty of his and I think he will be around as an artist for a very long time. An enormous talent for sure!

    5 out of 5 stars Costello Fan To The MAX!!.......2002-03-14

    I think some of the reviews about this book are a tad harsh and unfounded. I really enjoyed the thing and all the fun theories on the topics of his songs and such. I feel that Hinton did a very complete job of exploring all the possibilities. I think that even if Costello himself were to write his own book, it would be veiled in mystery. Most writers of his talent love to confuse and excite the listener. I feel this book answered alot of questions and confirmed alot of MAYBE's... I think that this is the best of the Costello tomes and I can't wait to hear the new record, "When I Was Cruel". Sounds like he is trying to say sorry to someone. And whats up with the two big bumble "Bees" on the cover?? I can hardly wait!!

    Options Trading: The Hidden Reality ("Options: Perception and Deception" & "Coulda Woulda Shoulda" revised & expanded, Printed in Color)
    Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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    • The most advance yet very practical options books out there!
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    Options Trading: The Hidden Reality ("Options: Perception and Deception" & "Coulda Woulda Shoulda" revised & expanded, Printed in Color)

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    This new book is an expanded revision of "Options: Perception and Deception" and "Coulda Woulda Shoulda". O:PD was published by McGraw Hill in Hardback and I obtained the rights back to self publish the derivative CWS to give away at my brokerage firm from 2001 to 2003. Because they are out of print, O:PD sells from between $299 and $399 while CWS fetches between $55 and $125 where rare books are sold. "Options Trading: The Hidden Reality" not only printed in color has 100 more pages and features more dissection illustrations on popular wingspread (stretched-out condors, slingshots and skip-strike-flies) and calendarized spread (double diagonals, straddle strangle swaps and double calendars) configurations. I think what made OP:D in such demand were the 3D graphics and the Skew Library. They are both brought back in color along with the appendix proving Chapter 2's Options Metamorphosis.

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    5 out of 5 stars Unique Insights.......2006-09-19

    After several false starts, I started studying options seriously a few months ago and burned through a lot of books I had seen recommended in various place. Some were fairly good, some not, but I feel they all pale in comparison to this book. Charles brings clarity to this often obfuscated field, and for the fisrt time I feel I have 'grokked' options.

    Parts of the book are not an easy read and have to be worked at before things click, but when they do you know you have really learned something new. Other parts of the book are fascinating stories of what can go wrong (very very wrong) when trading options. It's hard to imagine many authors spilling the beans on some of their really bad trades as honestly as Charles has. He also recounts some really brilliant trades he has made. The key is that the disasters were not in accord with 'the hidden reality' of options, whereas the victories were taking advantage of it.

    5 out of 5 stars The most advance yet very practical options books out there!.......2006-04-08

    This books differs from other books in that it presents not only the profit stories but also the stories about how certain positions lost money and why. The 3D risk graphs in color are great and after looking at them for a few minutes a flash bulb goes in your head making your understanding of options better. Detailed examples of advanced strategies like gamma scalping helps an intermediate retail trader to pickup and start using these strategies. If you are serious about options trading this book is a must have.

    5 out of 5 stars how to actually use options........2006-03-15

    First I need to point out that i know the author and worked with him on the floor of the Chicago Board of Trade during the late 1980's. Charles was a superb trader but is an even better teacher. Options can be daunting because of all the associated terminology. This book will give the motivated reader numerous tools for understanding and choosing strategies for using options to control risks and achieve trading objectives. I know of no book that better serves a user of options as opposed to those whose interest is theoretical or academic.
    Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda: Overcoming Regrets, Mistakes, and Missed Opportunities
    Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
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    • Woulda,Coulda, Shoulda: Overcoming Regrets, Mistakes, and Missed Opportunities
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    Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda: Overcoming Regrets, Mistakes, and Missed Opportunities
    Arthur Freeman
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    Who of us can claim never to have made a mistake, missed a goal, regretted a choice, or suffered because of another's action? For those who suffer from a constant sense of regret about the past, who feel their present lives have been immutably shaped by actions they could or should or would have taken but didn't, real help is at hand. In clear, uncomplicated language, Dr. Arthur Freeman, a leading exponent of cognitive therapy, and his colleague Rose DeWolf, a skillful translator of the cognitive method, describe the techniques and provide exercises that will enable readers to actually "unblock" the past. The authors demonstrate that wouldo/coulda/shoulda thinking can be unlearned and that this process can be accomplished in a relatively short period of time.

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    2 out of 5 stars Good book, but The Anxiety and Phobia Workbook is much .......2007-01-23

    better. It helps you understand why you feel they way you do and how to think and feel better.

    3 out of 5 stars Good concept; poor presentation.......2006-11-06

    I liked the book. I learned things from the book. The writing style and presentation are offputting - it seems a collection of classroom lectures more than a self-help book.

    4 out of 5 stars Woulda,Coulda, Shoulda: Overcoming Regrets, Mistakes, and Missed Opportunities.......2006-09-08

    The book had a lot of useful information that is useful and helpful to overcome many problem in our daily lives, but the book is a vey dry read and takes a bit of patience to follow the author at times.

    5 out of 5 stars Best Book Ever Written!!!!.......2006-07-29

    This book will change your life! Don't waste another minute without reading it. I have read it nearly a dozen times and still learn and grow more everytime I go back to read it. This book should be a must read for everyone.

    2 out of 5 stars Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda not have bought this book.......2006-04-15

    I really regret having bought this book. If you have made a really BIG mistake with real-life consequences, this book's platitudes will irritate the heck out of you. The author's focus is on cognitive therapy and the power of positive thinking, not on dealing with major repercussions. Darn, another bad choice.
    Shoulda, Coulda, Woulda: Live in the Present, Find Your Future
    Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Dr. Les Parrott III
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    At the end of your life, will you look back and be content with how you spent your days or will you wrestle with regrets? Use regret not to focus on the past but to propel yourself to a better way of living in the future.

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    3 out of 5 stars Old information presented in a new way.......2005-05-02

    We all have regrets. After all, we're human. Shoulda, Coulda, Woulda shows us how we can rid ourselves of regret, even the regret that has become guilt or shame. In simple language Shoulda Coulda Woulda helps us distinguish real guilt with false guilt and with feeling those guilty feelings and actual guilt.

    Read this book with an open mind and learn how to heal damaged emotions and relationships. Shoulda Coulda Woulda asks us to take a hard look at unhealthy perfectionism. It also asks us to forgive ourselves and others and to bring closure to past hurts. Making good decisions, will, Dr. Perrott says, help prevent future regrets from piling up and becoming an unmanageable part of our lives.

    The book also includes self-assement tools and questions. Also note: Dr. Parrott believes that we all need God's grace to free us.

    This book is old information presented in a new way. The fact that there is nothing new does not mean it's less valuable however.


    5 out of 5 stars Forgiveness first.......2005-02-15

    It seems that an essential ingredient in overcoming regret is to be able to forgive yourself. This and other universal truths are explored and explained in this wonderful book.

    There is nothing more important than your future, so don't try to get there by looking behind you. James Green, author of "If There's One Thing I've Learned."

    5 out of 5 stars A critical topic, which is presented well........2004-07-18

    The premise of this book is captured by the title itself: "Shoulda, Coulda, Woulda". The realization that our lives are impacted by regrets, "if only's" and guilt is hardly a new concept, but it is presented very logically and clearly here.

    Les starts with some insights into how our regrets for things done, or more impactfully those things not done, can have a dramatic influence on how we view our present. Perhaps there are no more powerful influences that affect us than those we carry around with us everyday. To some degree, all of us are affected by how we later interpret our actions and inactions in relationships and work. Sometimes these decisions haunt us decades later, and keep us from acting today.

    The book is broken into chapter topics, and includes quizzes, assessments, study questions and examples. If motivated, I think that one could get some pretty profound insights into current behavioral patterns by just completing the self assessments and becoming more aware of how much we really are defined at times by things we ought to let go of and move on. The section on guilt is outstanding, and is presented in a manner which is easily understood. One key is differentiating between the guilt that is valid and requires action, and false guilt which serves to keep us from doing what is needed to build relationships and experience life more fully.

    The book is written well, in a conversational tone. For me, it really did feel conversational as I took classes from Les at SPU and have spoken with him on enough occasions to "hear" him while reading. The concepts are not new, and ironically I was working through them when I met Les nearly 14 years ago. I am reminded of one of the promises of working the 12 steps in AA which states: "we will neither regret the past, nor wish to shut the door on it. We will realize that no matter how far down the scale we have gone, our experiences can benefit others." This speaks to the serenity and peace that is the outcome of many of the same actions Les recommends here. Forgiving others, making amends, learning to live "one day at a time" in the present.

    This book is excellent, and I will recommend it to others. Like Les, I would only hope each person really uses it to free themselves from unnecessary burdens and regrets. Life is a wonderful journey, and is often hard enough without the extra baggage we haul around related to guilt and regret. This book will help one take the first steps towards becoming free from the binding regret and guilt of our past actions, and start living better today.
    Shoulda Woulda Coulda
    Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
    • 5 STARS... WOW!
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    La Jill Hunt
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    5 out of 5 stars 5 STARS... WOW!.......2007-06-20

    This book was a excellent. I could not put it down. I hope there will be a part 2. This was my first book by La Jill Hunt. It gave me some very insightful tips for my own life situation. All in all, I would recommend every woman and man to read this book.

    4 out of 5 stars Wouldna, Never, Ever.......2007-01-10

    Paige, Paige, Paige what can I say. I guess she was living for a dollar and a dream thinking Marlon would marry her. It took getting held down and beat up to find out she wasted her time with him because he is a momma's boy. But the things he does for his momma doesn't make sense! Why would he marry a chick that he didn't love or want just to please his momma? Why would he put his children and happiness on hold for his momma's sack. Lucille was an evil woman and wrong to tell the lies that she did. Even after finding all that out Marlon stuck with her. See that's what I mean something is wrong with that. Did she do voodoo on him or what? Paige finds some happiness in the end but of course she stepped on some squirrels during the way. Celeste is another evil being that needs to be settled. Hopefully the sequal will put her in her place but I have a feeling there will be much more drama in store for Ms. Paige before all is said and done.

    4 out of 5 stars Entertaining!.......2007-01-07

    Paige and Marlon have been in a relationship for the past seven years and have a daughter. Paige is devoted to Marlon due to him being a good provider and father. But Paige's love doesn't seem to be enough to make Marlon put a ring on her finger. To make matters worse, Paige has to deal with Marlon's alcoholic mother who doesn't like her and all of the drama that comes with it. In the midst of all this, Paige meets Quincy Westbrooke who seems to be all the man that she needs. Will Paige finally get rid of Marlon and get on with her life?

    Shoulda, Woulda, Coulda is an entertaining novel by La Jill Hunt. Hunt brought a story that was full of excitement and drama. I liked Paige as a character and how she was trying to make the best decision for herself and her daughter. This author showed how women can be stuck in long term relationships and still not get the fulfillment that they desire. I also enjoyed the drama between Paige and her cousin Celeste. Shoulda, Woulda, Coulda is a true page-turner and is the perfect lead-in to the sequel Too Close For Comfort.

    4 out of 5 stars now that's drama.......2007-01-03

    la jill hunt keeps up the title drama queen in this new classic. keep it coming jill

    4 out of 5 stars Good Read.......2006-11-22

    I enjoyed this book and I can't wait to see what happens in the sequel. Celestine got on my last nerves and the sad thing is that I know a couple of people like her. Keep up the good work LaJill.
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      Dr. Les Parrott III , and Dr. Les Parrott III
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      5 out of 5 stars Can't wait to read the sequel !.......2007-02-05

      I love a drama filled read and if you do too than La Jill Hunt is the author for you! I love for a man to have a close relationship with his mom but DAM*! Take the n*pple out of your mouth! Paige {main character} her man Marlon is such a mama's boy he'll rish his own happiness to please her, including putting her above his woman and child. He's a good father and provider-in Paige's eyes but looks can be decieving. What's a girl to do when her childs father,the love of her life can't say no to mommy? Read this book and find out. This was a page turner that can easily be read in one sitting, You Go LaJill! ps= sequel in stores now!

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      This book was great. There are many words I could use to describe the book but Great! works so much better. I am going to admit I wasn't a book reader. I only read when it was only necessary. But I had a train trip and I was new to the train so I decided to buy a couple of books to read. Well I pulled out Mrs. La Jill Hunt book and it blew me away I enjoyed every bit of it. I didn't even noticed the shaking the train had me doing because I was so in to the book. I read it in two days and I am waiting for the chance to buy the next one. But til that one is available to me I am going back and reading the first La Jill Hunt books. I am glad I bought the book and certainly glad the new book came out this month.
      Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda: Handicapping Tips for Anyone Who Ever Bet on a Horse Race or Wanted to
      Average customer rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
      • woulda coulda shoulda
      • Colorful anecdotes and valuable advice from an insider
      Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda: Handicapping Tips for Anyone Who Ever Bet on a Horse Race or Wanted to
      Dave Feldman , and Frank Sugano
      Manufacturer: Bonus Books
      ProductGroup: Book
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      3 out of 5 stars woulda coulda shoulda.......2006-10-16

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      4 out of 5 stars Colorful anecdotes and valuable advice from an insider.......1998-01-13

      Dave Feldman's colorful career as a handicapper, writer, owner, and trainer in Chicago comes to life in this fast reading book. The stories are interesting and provide insights as well for bettors. Dave's experience in thoroughbred racing gives him the authority to provide the horse player with some helpful tips on what to look for and to avoid at the track.
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        Landlordship: Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda
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          Landlordship: Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda
          Robert E. Taeschner
          Manufacturer: Tesh Comics
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          Binding: CD-ROM
          ASIN: 0970843399

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          Landlordship: Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda © 2003 by Robert E.. Taeschner, is an e-book field manual for those considering taking the plunge into the abyss of considering becoming landlords. The document is written in IBM MSWord for Windows only as a 3.5" floppy diskette or CD to be inserted into a PC to be viewed and read and/or printed.

          The manual answers the who, what, where, when, why and how of Bob's own 40 year experience as the patient owner of several rental properties in the Puget Sound area of Washington State in the United States of America.

          Landlorship gives the reader information on how to avoid the many traps; both legal and ethical, while trying to make an income and avoiding potential litigation with tenants.

          This is a 52 page must-read for anyone considering spending hard-earned time or money on such a venture.

          © 2003 by Tesh Publishing. Made In USA. All rights reserved under US and Pan American copyright laws. ISBN 0970843399. Retail Price: $12.95
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