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    1. The Innocent Man: Murder and Injustice
    2. Parenting With Love and Logic:
    3. Vital Information and Review Questions
    4. The DIFFERENT DRUM CASSETTE
    $14.00
    5. The Four Agreements: A Practical
    $25.98
    6. In Search of America
    $12.00
    7. Marianne Williamson on Emotional
    $13.13
    8. The Tipping Point Audio
    9. Comrades: "Brothers, Fathers,
    10. You Are the Message: Secrets of
    11. Shadow: Five Presidents and the
    12. Holy War, Inc.: Inside the Secret
    $14.04
    13. DRIVEN TO DISTRACTION RECOGNIZING
    14. This Noble Land: My Vision for
    15. Autobiography of Malcolm X (4
    16. New Passages
    17. Gay Mysticism: Ecstasy and Transfiguration
    $16.38
    18. Assassination Vacation
    19. Conversations With God : An Uncommon
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    20. The O'Reilly Factor for Kids:

    1. The Innocent Man: Murder and Injustice in a Small Town
    by RH Audio
    Audio Cassette (10 October, 2006)
    list price: $44.95 -- our price: $29.67
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    Isbn: 0739324187
    Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars
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    John Grisham tackles nonfiction for the first time with Read more

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    5-0 out of 5 stars I must apologize
    I wrote that the Broker was not the book I should strongly recommend. Well, I'm astonished now, because Mr Grisham knew about ties between Cia and Italian Telecom. How did he manage? Well, back to the Innocent man. I have read some of the recension before me. I think it could be hard to cope for a layman, but it's very interesting for a jurist, expecially for a no American one. The plot is intriguing, and the style is very dry. I read it in a day, and I learnt very much about American system. System is really good, sometimes men aren't, like everywhere. The clue is: American juries care more about what a convicted should do in the future, then about which crime one actually performed, if then. That's the reason why a dropout like Ronnie was a perfect candidate for lethal injection. He was crazy, noisy , arrogant, he slept most of the time and use to chase boozes and skirts. What's the use of let he in life? Grisham is great when at the end calculates to the penny what's the cost of such a court mistake for the american taxpayer. A cynical could rebuke: right, but only because it happened to be eventually corrected. The correction was the really burden, and not the mistake. I hope to read more nonfiction from Mr Grisham, that could even write a postfaction like Victor Hugo in the Miserables: Italy loves my books, but Italian judiciary ssystem isn't any better ( Hugo said Italy loved les Miserables, but Italy was really a worse country then France ).It's a book about justice, not simply a book about american judiciary system or small countries judicial oddities. I recommend it to all law students.

    5-0 out of 5 stars A Poignant and Compelling Story!
    What would you do if you were suspected by the police of the rape and murder of a young woman? Whom would you turn to if you were convicted of a crime based on circumstantial evidence and shoddy legal tactics? Whoever believes we are all innocent until proven guilty hasn't truly been put to the test.
    5-0 out of 5 stars His best book yet
    His first Nonfiction book was very well written.It was a major page turner and I finished it in 2 days.I liked it better than any of his other books and I"m a big Grisham fan.Please note, if you don't want to have anything given away I'd not read the captions under the photos because some of the story will be given away.It is a very one sided story and is easy to read his contempt for the the bad part of the criminal justice system, but it also made me think.Before I read this I was a strong supporter of capital punishment, and now I still believe in it, but I see why there are so many appeals etc. ... Read more

    Subjects:  1. Abridged Audio - Misc. Nonfiction    2. Capital Punishment    3. Infamous Crimes And Criminals    4. Judicial error    5. Legal System    6. Murder - General    7. Oklahoma    8. Penology    9. Social Science    10. Sociology    11. Trials (Murder)    12. Unabridged Audio - Misc.Nonfiction    13. Social Science / Penology   


    2. Parenting With Love and Logic: Teaching Children Responsibility
    by Penton Overseas
    Audio Cassette (January, 1998)
    list price: $24.95
    Isbn: 0944634389
    Sales Rank: 287363
    Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars
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    2-0 out of 5 stars Not What I Expected as Advertised
    I ordered this book after reading the rave reviews and the who's who of public school using this format.Nowhere is it advertised or even mentioned that this is a Christian book, espousing Christian dogma and assumptions.I'm surprised this is acceptable for use by Government funded public schools.Furthermore, there is a lot of non-scientific rhetoric in the book that eschews logical debate and exposition.I'm very disappointed and consider this to be false advertising.
    5-0 out of 5 stars Works For A Mom Of 8
    I have 8 kids, ages 1 though 18.I read this book 6 years ago when I was dealing with 2 year old twins and found it to be very helpful. Since then I have recommended it to many people.Anything that can help mom stay calm and sane when dealing with challenging behaviors is a real winner in my book!

    5-0 out of 5 stars excellent book
    Practical and easy to use. Good thoughts that seem easy to put into action. Good way to teach today's children. ... Read more

    Subjects:  1. Abridged Audio - Misc. Nonfiction    2. Audio Adult: Other    3. Child Care/Parenting    4. Ethics & Morals    5. Family & Relationships    6. Mores    7. Parenting - General    8. Sociology - General    9. Unabridged Audio - Misc.Nonfiction    10. Advice on parenting   


    3. Vital Information and Review Questions for the NCE and State Counseling Exams
    by Brunner-Routledge
    Audio Cassette (01 February, 2002)
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    Isbn: 0415933684
    Sales Rank: 526686
    Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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    5-0 out of 5 stars you will pass
    If you follow this program, you will pass the NCE exam.I used it for 3 weeks prior to taking the exam, and I passed with flying colors.Just listen to one audio CD each day and read the corresponding questions in the Encylopedia of Counseling.You won't need luck.Well worth the money.

    4-0 out of 5 stars Vital Information and Review Questions for the NCE and State Counseling Exams
    The content is excellent.My only complaint is with the CDS there are no tracks, therefore you are unable to stop and repeat a section.Once the CD is started you are committed to listening to it entirely.

    5-0 out of 5 stars Rosenthal's Vital Information for the NCE - Study Tapes
    These tapes are wonderful!!I listen to them while traveling to/from work and while I am walking.Hearing the information helps me to remember and recall it much better.Rosenthal presents the information in an informal and sometimes humorous way.I would recommend these tapes to anyone who is studying for the NCE. ... Read more

    Subjects:  1. Abridged Audio - Misc. Nonfiction    2. Education & Training    3. Psychology    4. Psychotherapy - Counseling    5. Reference    6. Sociology, Social Studies   


    4. The DIFFERENT DRUM CASSETTE
    by Audioworks
    Audio Cassette (01 September, 1987)
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    Isbn: 0671646338
    Sales Rank: 209713
    Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    5-0 out of 5 stars Relevant, Insightful, Provocative, Life-Changing. A must-read!
    Once again Peck's integrative approach (integrating psychology, spirituality (not dogma), and philosophy with practical experience) has produced a work of profound depth and value. In our times of "global war," the doctor's ideas about community making and peace are a prescription we could all benefit from.
    4-0 out of 5 stars Peck Mixes Spirituality with Common Sense
    Community isn't what we think it is.Peck does an impeccable job of explaining true community and why it is so elusive in our society.Though he mentions over and over that he is an idealist, Peck presents some very intelligent arguments as to why a community approach just makes sense.He isn't naive either.He says the road to community can be painful and extremely hard.

    3-0 out of 5 stars A developmental model psychospirituality
    After being catapulted to fame by his first book--the best-selling "The Road Less Travelled" --psychiatrist Morgan Scott Peck follows it up with another one on psychology and spirituality. The chapter that captured my interest without let was the one on his theory of psychospiritual development. He delineates four stages, each representing a more mature level of development than the preceding stage. Read more

    Subjects:  1. Audio - Self-Help    2. Audio Adult: Other    3. General    4. Sociology - General    5. Unabridged Audio - Misc.Nonfiction    6. Life Skills & Personal Awareness, General Studies    7. Religion / Inspirational    8. Social groups & communities   


    5. The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom
    by Amber-Allen Publishing
    Audio Cassette (July, 1999)
    list price: $17.95 -- our price: $14.00
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    Isbn: 1878424432
    Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Sit at the foot of a native elder and listen as great wisdom of days long past is passed down. In Read more

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    5-0 out of 5 stars Intriguing Book!
    Since all actions are preceded by thoughts, Don Miguel Ruiz explores, quite eloquently, why every dream has a significant impact upon our actions. I recommend this book for anyone with a vision.
    5-0 out of 5 stars Challenging and Useful
    The words in this book are both challenging and useful.It challenges the way you look at the world and asks you to rethink everything.In the end, the Four Agreements are quite useful and a real challenge to practice in everyday life.Keep trying.They work.

    5-0 out of 5 stars Words to Live By
    This book will most probably change your life.
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    Subjects:  1. Audio Adult: Books On Tape    2. Ethnic Studies - Native American Studies - Spirituality    3. Inspiration & Personal Growth    4. Motivational & Inspirational    5. Personal Growth - Happiness    6. Personal Growth - Success    7. Self-Help    8. Spiritual    9. Unabridged Audio - Inspirational/Philosophy    10. Mind, body, spirit: mysticism & self-awareness    11. Popular psychology   


    6. In Search of America
    by Hyperion
    Audio Cassette (01 September, 2002)
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    Isbn: 0786869518
    Sales Rank: 773824
    Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars
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    5-0 out of 5 stars In search of America
    I arrived in new condition.I would purchase from them again.Very good experience

    4-0 out of 5 stars Skipping Across the Country to find History.
    Since this is one of those special over-size books, I was expecting just a beautiful keepsake, a coffee table item.Its glossy exterior gives that impression.And yet the in-depth stories are chock full of historical facts and modern happenings as a result of what had happened before.
    5-0 out of 5 stars Worth the time
    Peter Jennings narrates this abridged series of interesting vignettes about Americans living in America and by doing so creating and recreating America. He examines the old tensions in our democracy like big or small federal government, corporatism versus individualism, and secularism versus religious fervor. In some cases he elevates historical figures too highly, like Jefferson, despite his seditious writings in the Kentucky Resolutions, and W E B Du Bois, despite his socialist rantings from early in the century. Jennings and Brewster would have done well to feature other more worthy people in their book. I enjoyed the profile of the Club for Growth using populist tactic against unresponsive Republicans, and the profile of CFG's mouldy counterpart on the left. The heart rending story of Gary, Indiana and its misinformed leaders is a cautionary tale to any group in America that expects to dwell for long periods at the federal trough, administrations and sentiments change, don't get too comfortable. I would have liked to have heard how outside threats have molded our country (aside from 9-11), because I feel that it defines a portion of thecore of our country. Start at the XYZ affair up to the communist involvement in the FDR administration and I think you have rounded out a view of America more fully. Perhaps this is in the unabridged version. ... Read more

    Subjects:  1. Abridged Audio - Misc. Nonfiction    2. Anthropology - Cultural    3. Audio Adult: Books On Tape    4. Audiobooks    5. Civilization    6. Customs & Traditions    7. General    8. History    9. National characteristics, American    10. Sociology - General    11. United States    12. United States - General    13. American history    14. Cultural studies    15. History / United States / General    16. USA   


    7. Marianne Williamson on Emotional Healing
    by HarperAudio
    Audio Cassette (01 June, 1996)
    list price: $12.00 -- our price: $12.00
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    Isbn: 0694516244
    Sales Rank: 280081
    Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    5-0 out of 5 stars Genius
    Marianne Williamson cuts through the chase and brings to light, in vivid details, how a real blessed relationship should be, giving tips on dating and the horrors involved in that area. She also conveys a spiritual message of how to deal with depression, making one feel not so alone with darkness. I love her humor and savvy tips on men. 5 stars to you Marianne, with much love and respect.

    2-0 out of 5 stars very helpful
    I give it 2 and not 1 star is because of some good information. She tells us to fall in love with Universe. Because of this and other similar comments I give it 2. I do recommend that you listen to this. She has a lot of good, and helpful information that will help you see things from a different side of problems & relationships. don't accept everything she tells you, but some of the information will open your eyes on dealing with problems and relationships. And even if you're not in one at the moment, you still need to hear this. This is a must for all who is in a relationship or thinking to enter one. 5-0 out of 5 stars A gem!
    Marrianne Williamson's work is both real and honest.Rather than couch things in a concepts that are alien or extremely religious, she talks to you about the realities of existing.Of how things will not always be easy, about how you will lose your way, and honestly how to see people clearly.Growth is messy, it's not neat, maturity is not easy, nor is spirtiuality delicate work, but with assistance from a tape like this you can see yourself clearly and how to bridge yourself from concept to human to spiritual being. ... Read more

    Subjects:  1. Audio - Self-Help    2. Audio Adult: Books On Tape    3. Conduct of life    4. Depression    5. Emotions    6. General    7. Self-Help    8. Self-actualization (Psychology)    9. Sociology - General    10. Unabridged Audio - Self Help    11. Psychology & Psychiatry / General   


    8. The Tipping Point Audio
    by Hachette Audio
    Audio Cassette (01 March, 2000)
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    Isbn: 1570427933
    Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars
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    "The best way to understand the dramatic transformation of unknown books into bestsellers, or the rise of teenage smoking, or the phenomena of word of mouth or any number of the other mysterious changes that mark everyday life," writes Malcolm Gladwell, "is to think of them as epidemics. Ideas and products and messages and behaviors spread just like viruses do." Although anyone familiar with the theory of memetics will recognize this concept, Gladwell's Read more

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    5-0 out of 5 stars Excellent book that describes how to create a trend
    I was fascinated by the original perspective in this thought provoking book about the evolution of an idea into a trend.Using easy to understand examples, Malcolm Gladwell explains the mechanics of the process, and enlightens us about the the various people involved.I strongly recommend this book.I also recommend Robert Cialdini's book, Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion.These books complement each other and should be read together.

    4-0 out of 5 stars The Tipping Point
    Staff writer for The New York Post, Malcolm Gladwell, explains what causes a concept, idea or item to become an epidemic in The Tipping Point.Using case studies the reader will relate to (Sesame Street, Blues Clues, Crime in New York City in the 90's, Hush Puppies, Paul Revere's famous ride North), Gladwell discusses how and why people react the way they do in certain situations and to certain ideas/items.You'll look at your friends, co-workers and family in a different way as you consider who is a Connector, Maven or salesperson, you'll consider the context in which something happens as opposed to just the action, you'll think about everyday happenings in a different way after you read this book.
    5-0 out of 5 stars It had quite an unusual effect
    I was looking for an original and valuable present for my boyfriend. I am very pleased with my decision to buy this book. It draws from several areas of knowledge and Malcolm Gladwell is a very skillful writer. He knows how to engage you from the first page till the last one and keeps you wondering what more you will learn from this incredible book. My boyfriend said that the tipping point and scientifically guaranteed male multiple orgasms and ultimate sex are the best, most valuable and eye-opening books he has ever received as a present. Well, I don't hear such compliment every day. It was such a small thing for me to give him a present and yet it turned so important for him. What better proof for Gladwell's thesis. I also agree that we all should start paying more attention to the small, small things and details from our daily lives and the result may astound us. It takes so little to even change someone's life for better. This is one of the books, which I definitely recommend. ... Read more

    Subjects:  1. Abridged Audio - Misc. Nonfiction    2. Advertising & Promotion    3. Audio - Nonfiction    4. Audio Adult: Books On Tape    5. Causation    6. Contagion (Social psychology)    7. Marketing - General    8. Social Psychology    9. Social Science    10. Sociology - General    11. Social Science / Sociology / General   


    9. Comrades: "Brothers, Fathers, Sons, Pals"
    by Audioworks
    Audio Cassette (01 June, 1999)
    list price: $18.00
    Isbn: 0671045792
    Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars
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    This tender book about male friendship will probably surprise those readers who know Stephen Ambrose best for his histories of World War II and biography of Dwight D. Eisenhower. Born in 1936, Ambrose acknowledges in the introduction to his memoir that men of his generation do not speak or write easily about their feelings. Yet male bonding is a strong theme in all of his work, as selections from previous writings on Lewis and Clark, Richard Nixon, Crazy Horse, and General Custer that are included in Read more

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    4-0 out of 5 stars Different for Ambrose
    Ambrose normally gives much detail to popular history when he writes, but this book was a very different approach. Some historic details were given, most of which can be found in his other books. The thing that was different about this one was the brief glimpse of Ambrose's personal life. We heard much of his relationships with other men. These are manly relationships, the kind we all need. It dealt with his two brothers and how they were close as well as some of his best friends through life. The most inspirational was the chapter that told of his relationship to his father. I wasn't deeply moved or anything, but I did appreciate the personal side of Ambrose. You will enjoy this written picture of proper male bonding.
    5-0 out of 5 stars Such Friendships!
    "Comrades" is Stephen Ambrose's reflection on male friendships. He explores relationships among people he has known or whose biographies he has written.
    3-0 out of 5 stars Great Idea But Uncertain Execution
    I so wanted to like this book.I had the right expectation.I knew it wasn't one of Ambrose's usual war stories.I didn't expect a lot of psychological jargon either.I knew that Ambrose was a man's man writing about fathers, brothers, comrades in arms and other fundamentally male relationships.But I was disappointed.There was no lesson.There was little inspiration.I met several men, great (Eisenhower) and small (Ambrose's brothers), but I really didn't get to know them or learn much from them.I didn't expect sentimentality, but I expected some meaning, some synthesis, some higher purpose.But this is just a nice little book about men and with a portrait of the friendships of several famous people interspersed with a few Ambrose family stories.I like the stories, but I didn't learn much.What was the father's life lesson he wanted to pass on?We aren't told.What is the great secret of male friendships?There are some hints, but not much.What can I teach my son about what it means to be a man or how to earn the respect of men?We have a few tentative conclusions and little that's new.The reader will enjoy meeting the men in this book, but its all about male bonding.The deepest lessons are left unsaid. ... Read more

    Subjects:  1. Abridged Audio - Misc. Nonfiction    2. Audio Adult: Books On Tape    3. Audiobooks    4. Biography    5. Friendship    6. Interpersonal Relations    7. Men    8. Men's Studies - General    9. Social Science    10. Sociology - General    11. Unabridged Audio - Misc.Nonfiction    12. United States    13. Family & Relationships / General   


    10. You Are the Message: Secrets of the Master Communicators
    by Simon & Schuster Audio
    Audio Cassette (01 December, 2000)
    list price: $12.00
    Isbn: 0743507088
    Sales Rank: 650383
    Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    3-0 out of 5 stars Great public speaking in one easy lesson?
    In a single short cassette, containing the bare essence of the book, Roger Ailes distills the advice he has given countless politicians and business people about communicating. His advice is not terribly complex: be yourself, be interesting, be likable. The book title tells it all: you -- the totality of who you are, speech, gestures,tone, persona -- is as important to the mesasge you convey as the words you utter. The book makes perfect sense. But the problem is that speakers often don't know what it is about theiemselves that makes their speech unpersuasive. That's why folks like Ailes are in buisiness, to provide the objective feedback that breaks through the curtain of self-denial that many of us weave around ourselves.
    5-0 out of 5 stars Great Book
    The book is very well written and the content are absolutely useful. A must-have to strengthen your communication and leadership skills.

    3-0 out of 5 stars Read this book before appearing on the O'Reilly Factor
    I read this book very carefully, particularly the section on talking to the media, and I took every word to heart.I made sure when I went home to greet the throng of reporters waiting for me at my apartment (after I returned home from my temporary Accountant position) that I would take control of the situation and not let the news media bully me around.I immediately addressed the first reporter, simultaneously addressing the question and taking control of the situation by firmly stating "our performance has been stellar, our revenues have increased markedly and so has our marketshare, making our company an even more attractive target for institutional investors..."
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    11. Shadow: Five Presidents and the Legacy of Watergate 1974-1999
    by Audioworks
    Audio Cassette (01 June, 1999)
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    Isbn: 0671044478
    Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars
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    There are two ways to look at this bestseller by Watergate scoopmeister Woodward. First, it's an original take on Clinton's sex scandal, framing it as the latest consequence of Nixon's assault on the U.S. political system. Woodward sketches each president's tussles with scandal managing after Watergate permanently turned up the press heat on the White House. Ford lies about a meeting concerning a potential deal to pardon Nixon, but remains convinced he did nothing wrong. Carter's pious advocacy of truth telling backfires when he's confronted with conundrums involving his pal Bert Lance, the fallout from CIA-provided hookers, and cash for King Hussein. Reagan's men try to make him understand the lies and shocking wrongness of the Iran-Contra debacle, but he simply, stubbornly doesn't get it. And by the time prosecutors interview Reagan in 1992, he's so ill he can't remember his own oldest friends and advisers.Read more

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    5-0 out of 5 stars Inside of the White House
    Another Bob Woodward book, another masterpiece. I am getting great pleasure from his books. Detailed research, witnesses, and main character interviews are combined to revealed truth with every respect. In Shadows, he discovers the last five presidents scandals and events around them. Book starts with Ford, Nixon and Watergate, This is the most interesting chapter of the book, and it is explained with every detail. Secondly, Carter and payment made to Jordan King and Iran Hostage crisis. You can feel Carter's pain in this chapter. After that, of course Reagan andIran-Contra weapon sale and Oliver North incident. This chapter is also very interesting. The role Regan and Senior Bush is much different than public knows. Senior Bush's role is very controversial. There are always something learn from his books. When Senior Bush was at the White House, subject is the war again. First gulf war and Saddam stories given. There is also little bit information about Bush-Saudi relations in that time. Inevitable, Mr. Bandar's name is also here. Finally, Clinton era, Whitewater and Monica. This is also very big chapter. In Whitewater investigation is explained very well. Also Monica scandal is the fun part of the book. Star and Clinton have not a bad relation as we know.
    4-0 out of 5 stars The effect the Independent Counsel had on the Presidency
    I think this is a pretty good book on the Presidency of the United States since Watergate.Of course, Mr. Woodward played a significant role in reporting Watergate and has written extensively about the Presidency since then.5-0 out of 5 stars Interesting, disturbing look at the presidency
    Heard the taped version of SHADOW: FIVE PRESIDENTSRead more

    Subjects:  1. Abridged Audio - Misc. Nonfiction    2. American    3. Audio Adult: Other    4. Audiobooks    5. Current Affairs    6. Government - U.S. Government    7. Political    8. U.S. Government    9. Unabridged Audio - Misc.Nonfiction    10. Watergate Affair, 1972-1974    11. History / General   


    12. Holy War, Inc.: Inside the Secret World of Osama Bin Laden
    by Simon & Schuster Audio
    Audio Cassette (01 November, 2001)
    list price: $25.00
    Isbn: 0743524640
    Sales Rank: 614287
    Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars
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    4-0 out of 5 stars Excellent guide to comprehension of bin Laden
    This is the third book I've read on terrorism and was the best by far. Not only does it take the reader through the important points of bin Laden's life and the historical events that surround them, but the author also analyzes the larger context within world politics. I particularly enjoyed the analysis of the strategic importance of Stinger missiles in the past and the future.
    1-0 out of 5 stars Know your facts before reading this book
    Warning, before reading this book make sure you are well schooled in the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan, US involvement with Somalia, the Persian Gulf War, and Islam. The more you know about these subjects the more you will realize that Bergen interjects his political opinions throughout the book with side comments; by selectively adding some facts and leaving out others; and by the clever arrangements of facts.Bergen is biased against the US and eerily; the net affect is some sort of weird admiration for OBL.
    5-0 out of 5 stars This Was Good....But Bin Laden's Mistress
    This book had a lot of technical stuff, but I still really enjoyed it.
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    13. DRIVEN TO DISTRACTION RECOGNIZING AND COPING WITH : Recognizing and Coping with Attention Deficit Disorder from Childhood Through Adulthood
    by Simon & Schuster Audio
    Audio Cassette (01 March, 1995)
    list price: $18.00 -- our price: $14.04
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    Isbn: 067189983X
    Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    This clear and valuable book dispels a variety of myths about attention deficit disorder (ADD). Since both authors have ADD themselves, and both are successful medical professionals, perhaps there's no surprise that the two myths they attack most persistently are: Read more

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    4-0 out of 5 stars Well Written
    This book was suggested to me ater recently being diagnosed with ADHD. Anyone who has a brother, sister, child, mother or friend with ADHD should read this book. Because it is so well written it gives the reader real insight into how the ADHD mind intereprets and responds to everyday activities. Books like this one will help to dispell the myth that ADHD= "hyperactive, over drugged kids who refuse to pay attention" and "lazy, irresponsible adults looking for excuses".

    5-0 out of 5 stars This should be required reading to get a prescription!!!
    It's simple, any parent filling a prescription for any ADD medication for thier child should have to first read this book or any other written by Dr. Hallowell. My son was diagnosed 9 years ago and I knew I connected with him better than anyone else but I didn't know why. Since 1 year ago I was diagnosed I started to understand but until I read this book and a couple of others (I think I have close to 15 ADD books) and realized what A.D.D really is I didn't get it. I'm not sure someone who is not gifted with A.D.D will ever really get it but if they read more books like this one maybe they would at least understand a little more and minimize the damage created by trying to fit the child into their small world.

    5-0 out of 5 stars Amazing
    I never ever finish books and I read this in a few days.It describes me to a T.Not only is the subject matter interesting but the author is funny and the book is entertaining.I loved the cough drop syndrom story.The cough drop syndrom is totally my life.
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    14. This Noble Land: My Vision for America
    by Audio Renaissance
    Audio Cassette (January, 1997)
    list price: $16.95
    Isbn: 1559274328
    Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    James A. Michener, the writer of epic, meticulously researched novels, including Read more

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    5-0 out of 5 stars Very nice read
    Michener offers some compelling insights into what he considers to be the most critical problems facing our country today,it may seem simplistic at times, but life is simple if you let it be.

    3-0 out of 5 stars Not too bad, but definately biased
    In the beginning chapter of "A Noble Land" by James Michener, I thought I might actually enjoy the book. I found it interesting to read about his life experiences, such as his living conditions and the elections he's participated in. However, starting with the next chapter, I found my self completely bored. Not only was it like torture to continue on with the book, I thought that it was based on his biased opinion as an older conservative man. Also I thought that his opinions were outdated. His views on current family situations, education and our country in general were very harsh and didn't show his alleged "patriotism." As a high school student and a child of divorced parents, I thought that he was really steriotyping my entire generation and the United States in general. I was really appalled by some his remarks, like his recommendation to allow teenagers aged 14 and over to drop out of school legally.
    5-0 out of 5 stars MICHENER'S VISION AND HOPES FOR AMERICA
    James A. Michener endeared himself to readers everywhere with books like Hawaii, Tales of the South Pacific, Centennial, and Chesapeake.His writing style and concise, comprehensive research was at the foundation of books that have become American treasures.Read more

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    15. Autobiography of Malcolm X (4 Cassettes)
    by Audioworks
    Audio Cassette (01 October, 1992)
    list price: $19.95
    Isbn: 0671793667
    Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Malcolm X's searing memoir belongs on the small shelf of great autobiographies. The reasons are many: the blistering honesty with which he recounts his transformation from a bitter, self-destructive petty criminal into an articulate political activist, the continued relevance of his militant analysis of white racism, and his emphasis on self-respect and self-help for African Americans. And there's the vividness with which he depicts black popular culture--try as he might to criticize those lindy hops at Boston's Roseland dance hall from the perspective of his Muslim faith, he can't help but make them sound pretty wonderful. These are but a few examples. Read more

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    5-0 out of 5 stars eye opener
    Mike Young obviously did not read the book.I read it 3 times and it changed my life forever.The book clearly states that it is the autobiography of Malcolm X AS TOLD to Alex Haley and if you had read the book yourself you would realize that Malcolm was simply telling the story to Alex Haley.He was too busy to sit down and write the book himself and predicted his own murder in the last pages.Maybe you, Mike Young, should take on the challenge of being a thinking human being and read it on your own with an objective mind and then come back and tell us your real thoughts.

    5-0 out of 5 stars People Can Change!
    Simply, one of the most amazing stories of change ever told in the English language - and still one of the most mis-understood men in the 20th century.

    5-0 out of 5 stars A tribute to Black Manhood
    Some books can change your perception, but only a few can wipe out age-old assumptions, and force you to rethink everything you thought you knew. The question of RACE is at the heart of the American society, and in this book, not only African-Americans, but Americans of all colors, black, white, red and yellow, will find themselves reassessing what racism entails, for Malcolm X life, is a poignant testimony of the black man's struggle against both individual and institutional racism.
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    16. New Passages
    by Random House Audio