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Thrust into the arena of social aggression, political terrorism, legal anarchy and media-driven chaos, America is on the verge of a cultural breakdown. The country is beset by treason, impeachment, and the assassinations of the President and all but one in the presidential line of succession. She happens to be the President's widow. In the constitutional crisis that follows, Supreme Court Chief Justice Simon Lincoln and his minions rise to the occasion, elevate themselves to national heroes with a series of manipulated court decisions and move to create a new constitution. One of Lincoln's clerks, Linda Feller, discovers his blueprint for control. Federal Judge Carol O'Donnell, Homicide Captain Brian Parker, and a small band of patriots embark on a treacherous journey to stop Lincoln's quest for absolute power. ... Read more

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Glad I'm Not In Politics
Simon Lincoln has got to be the wickedest villain/manipulator I've read about in a long time.Rather scary that I was drawn to his every next move. Even though the story contains many political complexities, I thought the plots were fast-paced, interesting and easy to follow.A fast "escape" read.

The most ridiculous story ever told
The president is going to be impeached.When his opposition learns that the president is going to get away scott free, the president, his enemies and every head of state get blown up.And it only gets less believeable as it goes along.Don't waste your time. ... Read more

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Sander (Sandy) Pinard is caught-up in the millennium crunch between information technology and the highest levels of covert operations, political ambition and corporate greed.As an integral member of a clandestine communications sub-culture of the intelligence community, Pinard is teamed with Gloria Kelly in making the final connections to an ultra-secret ultraviolet satellite network that, when operational, will hand the most powerful in the nation, absolute power.But Pinard cannot do it without using and deceiving Elliot Bowman, the unwitting inventor of a super plastic material vital to the operation of the network, code name Violet Night.Elliot and his wife Julia are Pinard's old college mates and best friends.Trails of life, love, betrayal, death and treachery lead the players from the explosive beginning to the implosive conclusion. ... Read more

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Technopolis, Japan... The design of the city is based on ancient Shogunate prefectures, but its inhabitants are dedicated to developing the science and technology of the future, in which Japan will be the dominant power...Silicon Valley, California...The brain trusts in The Valley developed the technological staples the world depends on in the 20th century, and now are creating the high-tech the world will demand in the 21st, in which the U.S. will be the dominant power...Each country has discovered an amazing new technology that may benefit humankind in ways even its creators have not yet imagined, or destroy civilization, itself...Into this paradox steps Matthew Aragon, a specialist in corporate security whose company has a world-renown reputation for preventing industrial espionage. Called upon by a friend to investigate the murder of a  corporate executive, Matt soon finds all is not what it seems. From one murder to another, involving Yakuza hit-men; from a high-stakes gambling casino in Lake Tahoe, to a super-secret government facility, each step of the investigation leads him deeper into a maze, at the center of which he becomes embroiled in a nightmarish battle of good vs. evil on a high-tech scale. ... Read more

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Sander (Sandy) Pinard is caught-up in the millennium crunch between information technology and the highest levels of covert operations, political ambition and corporate greed.As an integral member of a clandestine communications sub-culture of the intelligence community, Pinard is teamed with Gloria Kelly in making the final connections to an ultra-secret ultraviolet satellite network that, when operational, will hand the most powerful in the nation, absolute power.

But Pinard cannot do it without using and deceiving Elliot Bowman, the unwitting inventor of a super plastic material vital to the operation of the network, code name Violet Night.Elliot and his wife Julia are Pinard's old college mates and best friends.Trails of life, love, betrayal, death and treachery lead the players from the explosive beginning to the implosive conclusion. ... Read more

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FRUSTRATED BY THE 2000 PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION, MEDIA, POLITICS AND GOVERNMENT?READ AMERICA'S CRISIS TO FIND OUT WHAT YOU CAN DO ABOUT IT.

THIS COULD BE THE SECOND BEST SELF-HELP BOOK EVER WRITTEN

THE FIRST WAS COMMON SENSE BY THOMAS PAINE.

America is steeped in uncertainty.Through the last half of this century our society has been assaulted by selfish interests and battered by the failures of good intentions.We have been subjected to political terrorism, social aggression, legal anarchy and media-driven chaos.Our public schools have become factories of ignorance and warehouses of violence.Yet through it all the vast majority of us have remained silent.

We are now in a crisis and in danger of losing democracy.We've lost our voice in government, education and almost everything else in society.But we have now entered the age of communications and information technology. We have the Internet, and with it, we are discovering the potential for democracy.

As we are exposed to another double dose of presidential elections and the two-party system of divisive political rancor and shameless pandering, many of us are thinking about solutions for a history of expanding government that has simply grown beyond our control.

That said, consider this:Amend the Constitution to establish nonpartisan direct representative democracy with secure voting networks connected to voter's homes.Rather than politicians selling themselves to partisan factions and corporate interests, we would select and elect highly qualified and well-compensated professional government managers to represent our common sense interests in self-government.

The selection of candidates, including the president, and all elections would be conducted over the voting networks.Our representative managers would be required to truthfully and fully inform us sufficiently to make informed decisions.We would decide all matters of taxation, education and public policy with two-thirds super-majority votes, including amendments to the Constitution.We would not be required to micro-manage government.

All elected officials would be subject to periodic confirmation by majority vote, and subject to recall at any time.

With direct democracy we can reclaim government, education and a divided society with common sense, mutual understanding and cooperation.Indeed, we need to move from the cynical divisions of America versus the United States, to the unity of the United States of America.That's what direct democracy is all about. ... Read more

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It's time for real democracy
If you feel disenfranchised as a citizen and voter in America, this book may provide the answers you're looking for. Indeed, the consolidation of power in Washington, economic uncertainty, social erosion, and the 2000 presidential election debacle prove the need for election reform, more democracy and voter participation in self-government.It's time for us to re-examine ourselves.And it's time for real democracy. ... Read more

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Some springs never go dry. Ebbing & Flowing Springs draws from over 30 years of writing by one of Appalachia's best writers, Jeff Daniel Marion. The edition includes previously uncollected stories and essays as well as new poems. The book has been nominated for two prestigious Appalachian writing awards - the W.D. Weatherford Award and the Appalachian Writers Association Book of the Year. ... Read more

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Good overview of most available canoe makes, models, etc.
The book is a fairly complete compendium of information on canoes, paddles & accessories.
However, if you're a beginner, beware that the recommendations & necessities expressed in this book may seem so numerous, expensive & daunting that you may hesitate to buy a canoe after all.
My recommendation for beginners: Borrow or rent a canoe, paddle & life-vest, & try canoeing to see if you like it. Chances are that you will if you appreciate a craft that offers silence, speed & maneuverability with relatively little effort. Try it in good weather on a lake, a bay or a slow moving river; don't head for the white water on your first time out.
With a little experience under your belt, you'll be able to better understand what the book is trying to tell you. You'll also be in a position to determine for yourself how many of the author's recommendations & imperatives work for you, & progress into canoeing at your own speed & budget.
Happy canoeing!

Wonderful guide for beginners
Detailed step by step directions and advice on just about every conceivable aspect of canoeing. The book is full of color pictures which take you through each stage of the hobby in great detail. I'm new to paddling and have read most beginner books on canoeing and kayaking and this is clearly head and shoulders above the rest. Can't wait for the companion edition on kayaking to come out!!

A Great Book for Canoers and Kayakers
This book is a great resource for anyone interested in canoeing and/or kayaking. The information given is invaluable! ... Read more

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This book will appeal to car owners and enthusiasts keen to learn more about how and why engines have evolved into today's highly sophisticated units. ... Read more

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Automotive history
The history of cars is mostly the history of engines, at least to those in the know. This entertaining chronology of non-racing engine development, organized by era, country (often European) and company, discusses hundreds of engines--most of which are long forgotten, so some skimming is allowed--in terms of bore and stroke, valve and camshaft placement, etc., in a very easy to read style. There are also tales of good engineering which did not prevail, due to, for example, British tax laws based on piston area instead of displacement, or the Twenties' inexplicable clamoring for straight eights over the superior vee configuration.

A lot of history is passed along. Cadillac always built V8s, Buick always OHVs. Hemispherical combustion chambers go back to the Thirties. Most of the engines I was curious about were included: VW Beetle and Golf, Citroen DS 21, 12-valve Accord. It ends by discussingthe trends towards multivalve engines and variable valve timing, and is overall a very skillfully written reference book. ... Read more

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Demonstrates how regions with diverse geographic, socio-economic, and political/institutional structures can leverage their unique strengths to successfully 'plug in' to the global innovation economy. Offers a comprehensive blueprint for reaping the benefits of a vibrant, entrepreneurial marketplace. ... Read more

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Read this to understand "Silicon Valleys" around the world
I've always been fascinated by THE Silicon Valley, CA and interested in understanding the factors that continue to shape it.
This book brings to light the "other" Silicon Valleys around the world and what shaped them. Several chapters are written by country experts who understand their regions very well.
I thoroughly ENJOYED reading this book and have recommended it to others.

A global snapshot
For people who want to get an overview of global clusters, what they are, what they can do to a nation's innovation system and its economy, what they have in common and how they differ in these global regions.

It is easy reading and gives a good global perspective. It highlights the local traits and permits comparisons with other geographical clusters, although it does not go as indepth one may hope for further academic research. Given the interview based research style, however, it keeps it lively and is not as "dry" as many other academics books.

The book makes clear that Silicon Valley and Boston's Route 128 are no longer the only innovation clusters.

Dr. Martin Haemmig / Switzerland
Adj. Professor for Venture Capital & Entrepreneurship
in Europe and USA

OUTDATED!!!
This book may have been useful back when the sock pocket was a big celebrity.In today's marketplace, this book just doesn't add any significant value.I have respect for the authors since I have heard them speak in San Francisco.It's too bad the hype doesn't live up to my expectations.The Internet Economy of the late 90s deserves better.

A so--so book not living up to the hype
When I first bought this book, I could not wait to read it.Unfortunately the book is more hype than anything else.At times I felt like I should spend a day in the library reading articles on microfiche and saved the money I spent.

It is sad since I have heard the authors in Paris many, many times and now I feel like I was cheated.It is a shame.

An important work
I found this to be an important work given our increasingly global business environment. The international collaboration of the authors, coupled with the book's focus, provide an important basis upon which we can begin to understand how the international business environment operates today. ... Read more

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Great book, good to carry on trips to the airshow.
A good book for amatures and experts alike. Gives the basic stats of a variety of modern military aircraft from around the world in clear easy language ... Read more

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Breezy style
I can't imagine a better survey of modern car technology. It's asreadable as a magazine article but more substantial. The author easily explains the engineering principles involved in suspension, brakes, steering, and so on, then describes the current state of the art, and finally offers a glimpse into the future (individual electric motors for steering, brakes, AC, even valves). This is a very interesting book. ... Read more

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Uses various strands of the 'Rule of Four' - graphical, numeric, symbolic/algebraic, and verbal/applied presentations. This book focuses on exploring fundamental ideas rather than comprehensive coverage of multiple similar cases that are not fundamentally unique. ... Read more

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Very complete book
this book help me so much with my job because i'm mathematics teacher in a school, and its very complete.

very good
item was recieved on time and in good condition
very happy with the purchase

Rewarding Book
If you want to learn integration techniques and become a whiz at basic computational calculus, you need another book. If you want a book that gives you a lot of proofs and tons of examples, you also probably need another book.

So why do I give the book 4 stars? The answer is _the problems_. I used this book for 3 semesters of calculus, and I felt like _I_ actually discovered a lot of the machinery of calculus just by doing the problems. It's a great feeling to discover rather than be taught. That's what this book helps you do.

Of course, this means you will probably have to do a few more problems than the teacher assigns (unless the teacher is very in tune with the book and knows exactly which problems are related). Also, when you get to techniques of integration, you'll probably need to refer to other books for examples.This is not necessarily a bad thing, as it is always better to learn from multiple sources.

One big downside is the cost. But, unfortunately, that's a problem with all American text books.Try to get a used copy.

Oh and about the book and solution manual not giving many solutions... Don't worry about it. When you solve most of these problems, you _know_ when you get the answer because everything will click and make sense. As for integration problems, just plug 'em into your TI-89, Maple, or the free Wolfram Online Integrator to check your answers!

In summary, this is a genuinely enjoyable book for problem solvers.Don't be scared by the other reviews.They are actually correct, in a way, but are simply coming from a somewhat narrowed perspective.

Great Book!
I don't know why so many people dislike this book...I probably learn in a different manner than they do.I've had to learn most of my calculus through Stewart's Early Transcendentals book, which I found very dry and mostly uninteresting.Luckily, I bought this book while I was taking a year off and taught myself calculus, having never even heard of a limit or a derivative before.

If you like thinking about the ideas behind things, and then learning about the formalism and mathematics of it, then this book is for you.If you prefer proofs, analysis, and "learn these steps and solve these problems" examples,you'll probably want to find a different text.

I can remember, though, the JOY of actually deriving things for myself, like how to calculate the volume of a solid rotated about some line or some such nonsense, because I could understand exactly what was needed.That is how I would describe this book:It's not a book about proving theorems and making you memorize a bunch of rules.Instead, it makes you really understand the subject matter, so that you can use the ideas of calculus to solve a variety of problems, even if they're problems you have no idea how to solve when you first read through them!

That is one thing that this book taught me that I found indespensible.You don't have to know how to do something, because you might be able to figure it out yourself instead of having some professor or text book or internet article tell you how to!Perhaps this approach is a little too ambitious, and I'll admit I spent a lot of time going through this text trying to reason things out, but it was time well spent.

So I suppose my advice would be not to buy this book unless you have to (for a course), or you're really willing to go through those problems spending a lot of time thinking about how to apply the IDEAS presented in the examples and text to the problem at hand.In the latter case, I think you'll find that the time you invest in this book will give you unexpected rewards.

THE ABSOLUTE WORST!
This is the worst calculus book out there.

One reviewer says "This book is for good students."I disagree.Iam a good student at a tough university and I hated this book.Out of 35 students who took my calc class only 2 got an A.I was one of the two.So you can take my word because I worked my ass off to get that A.THIS IS THE WORST BOOK ON THE MARKET.Why?

1.Not enough examples
2.The examples are either super easy or super hard
3.Poorly explained concepts
4.Questions on things hardly explained
5.Tons of ambiguous questions
6.Poorly designed text

I could go on and on... Just skip this book.Please.It will make me feel better. ... Read more

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Excellent guide to the winery's offerings
After visiting many of the wineries described within the book I found thecontent to be very much in line with my observations. Not an exact match(we agreed on about 3/4ths of them), though differences could be explainedby palate.

Even though it is difficult to remain current, I think theauthors did a very good job. The only item I found lacking is a generalguide to vintages, ala the tearout from some wine magazines. For example,which wines are generally best for a particular year and when it isexpectedto reach its peak. One specifically for the regions in the bookwould be helpful.

All in all, though -- good job! ... Read more

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Wonderful play, wonderful movie!
This movie is one of my favorites, partly because of Michigan's favorite son, Jeff Daniels and also because of the crazy-smart comedic performances.

My local theatre troup put on the play and I played Wolf Moon Dance since I was the only female.This is where I fell in love with the writing, the characters and the subtle nuances of comedic genius.

I am a loyal fan of this play, movie and also the making of the movie dvd.If you don't get this type of comedy - well i can't help ya der. It's a class act - two holer and all.

One potato, two potato, three potato,
This movie definitely depicts the realities of deer camp.Jeff Daniels couldn't have gotten it better. Anyone in Wisconsin, Minnesota or Michigan knows that every deer camp has its superstitions, rituals and stories of the big bucks that got away. Remember, what happens in deer camp, stays in deer camp.

Holy Wah!
Ya, she's a good movie, yoo bet!

Cripes, I grew up in da Central part 'a WisCaaaaansin, an' can tell yous gice dat Up Nort, and in Da Yoop, we really do talk like dat, den. Well, if yer a Native, anyway, and not some transplant from Da Mitten or IlliNoise, or a goshdern Mud Duck from Da Cities 'er sumpin.

Dis movie pretty much says it all, when it comes to life on Da Big Lake. Huntin', a little moonshinin', UFO's, Da Tribes and dey's customs, da whole shootin' match, ay.

It truly is like Christmas, wit' Guns!

another Michigander weighs in
I haven't read the book, having ordered it today, but have bought two copies of the movie.One for my wife and I, and another to give out.I may have moved here from the South, but I grew up in the MidWest and went to 'deer camp' in Pennsylvania with my Dad's family.Now that I live in MI and am married to a lifelong resident, I have to go to the UP soon.We may even retire there in a few years.This was the funniest movie we've seen in years.Hey!We bought TWO copies, AFTER seeing it in the theater!That should say it all, right there.We've never done that before, and never again, likely.A must see for all deer hunters, deer widows and Michiganders.We laughed until we cried.Our stomaches were starting to hurt.

Saw the movie but have not read the book
I just saw this movie and my husband and I loved it.My son also really likes this movie.Maybe the lady in KS should visit Escanaba.I am from Northern Wisconsin and can see where the movie merges with reality for yuppers.I would recommend this movie to anyone that likes hunting and is perfect for a hunting camp. ... Read more