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A MUST HAVE!
I have been working my way thru the process of divorce and came across this book in a Mary Englebreit store.Since that day, I read it before I go to sleep and when I wake up!It has been an inspiration beyond words.Everyone, yes everyone, experiencing change should have this book!

Order by the case!
After having a painful conversation with my elderly mother-in-law about the fact that some changes would have to be made if she wanted to continue to live at home, I saw this book. I bought it and then told my sister-in-law (her daughter) about it. She said, "Did you get it for me or John or Michael?" I should have bought a case of them. It applies to everyone at some time.

Hope in a tiny package.
When I was diagnosed with breast cancer, I searched for something that would give me comfort and hope. "Don't Look Back," became part of my treatment and recovery. I am now 4 years cancer free and continue to share this book with family and friends.

a must for people moving on in life
This book is a must have for anyone going through a change in their life.I graduated from high school this year and I have bought several copies for my friends who have moved away for school.It's is an optimistic look onmoving on and I would recomend it to anyone. Also, Mary Englebreit'sillistrations are spectacular.

It turned me toward helping myself
This book was given to me as a gift during my divorce. It helped me get through a very confussing and sad time in my life.The pictures made me smile and each day I would work on one page and try and rebuild my life. I have since bought copies for freindswho are greiving because of loss ie@ divorce,death or loss of some kind . The simple saying are things that went through my mind still and the book is on my bed stand for a quick pick me up when I need a smile. ... Read more

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New Englands charms
I purchased this for dad, who at 89 , gets so excited when he hears that "Main Streets and Back Roads" is the next show on Chronicle. As a New Englander, I find it offers a fresh look at known, and unknown treasures in my own back yard,andoften, an amusing look at us Yankees.
You'll find quaint dining, day trips, and breath taking views.
This book would also be a good start to your first trip to New England.7:30pm on WCVB / Boston is an institution here. If you're in town, tune in after your busy day.

Fantastic!
I have been a fan of the show "Chronicle" for almost 15 years. Throughout those years, "Chronicle" has never let me down. It continues to be a wonderful inside look at different places all over New England. And now, there's a book! "Main Streets and Back Roads" showcases some of the stories with pictures and descriptions. Although nothing is as dear to my heart as "Chronicle," the book is a pretty good second. Anyone interested in quirky characters and unusual stories should pick this one up and try the show itself, channel 5 (New England) at 7:30 weeknights.

Yeah!
I'm so excited about the new Chronicle book. Try it, it's a great way to learn more about main streets and back roads. Plus, it will be a great holiday gift.

A treat for fans of Chronicle
"Main Streets and Back Roads" is a collection of stories of New England towns from the award-winning TV show Chronicle, which is on Monday thru Friday, Boston's channel 5, 7:30 PM. It summarizes each 'Main Street and Back Roads' show on Chronicle, complete with pictures of the towns. This is a great book for fans of the show Chronicle or people who like to learn about new places. I recommend this book to anyone, especially as a holiday gift in the approaching months. Try it! ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from The Black Collegian, published by iMinorities, Inc. on September 1, 1993. The length of the article is 1637 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.

From the supplier: Careers in finance, insurance, real estate and retailing provide scope for self-employment. Banking also has prospective job opportunities. The qualifications for entry into financial careers include an undergraduate degree and/or an MBA in economics, finance and accounting, as well as job experience.

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Title: Careers in finance: the action is back on main street.
Author: Tony Chapelle
Publication: The Black Collegian (Magazine/Journal)
Date: September 1, 1993
Publisher: iMinorities, Inc.
Volume: v24Issue: n1Page: p102(5)

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Title: 2 steps forward, 1 back for NLR's Main Street.(redevelopment in North Little Rock, Arkansas)(Brief Article)
Author: Gwen Moritz
Publication: Arkansas Business (Magazine/Journal)
Date: September 16, 2002
Publisher: Journal Publishing, Inc.
Volume: 19Issue: 37Page: 20(2)

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Title: Bring back Wailuku. (Wailuku Main Street Association stimulates economic growth on Maui)
Author: Lisa Ishikawa
Publication: Hawaii Business (Magazine/Journal)
Date: May 1, 1991
Publisher: Hawaii Business Publishing Co.
Volume: v36Issue: n11Page: p10(1)

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Living with Living With Back Pain
I found this to be an invaluable layman's guide to the everyday stresses and strains involved in coping with back pain. Packed full of practical tips and advice, this is definitely recommended to anybody and everybody suffering from back pain. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Do-It-Yourself Retailing, published by National Retail Hardware Association on August 1, 2003. The length of the article is 3428 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: New store concepts take Sears: back to the drawing board. (Main Feature).
Publication: Do-It-Yourself Retailing (Magazine/Journal)
Date: August 1, 2003
Publisher: National Retail Hardware Association
Volume: 185Issue: 2Page: 58(7)

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Title: Sherman Way gets back to business: Canoga Park's main drag finds success luring visitors to area.(California, U.S.)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
Author: Jacqueline Fox
Publication: San Fernando Valley Business Journal (Magazine/Journal)
Date: September 2, 2002
Publisher: CBJ, L.P.
Volume: 7Issue: 18Page: 1(2)

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Title: Exploring Main Street at Lakewood Ranch: welcome back, mom and pop.(SHOPPING)
Author: Carol Tisch
Publication: Sarasota Magazine (Magazine/Journal)
Date: November 1, 2006
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Volume: 29Issue: 2Page: 34(2)

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Come Back Alive isn't exactly a book that inspires you to dive into the delights of traveling. Robert Young Pelton is best known for his previous book, The World's Most Dangerous Places, and has survived numerous calamities--from car wrecks and a plane crash to killer bees. That he has indeed come back alive does initially lend credence to his advice--which includes what to eat in the bush, which animals are most deadly, and how to avoid being kidnapped.

Pelton's survival tips and facts range from the obvious (if thirsty in the desert, look for greenery) and the interesting (deer send some 16,000 humans to the hospital annually by causing auto accidents), to the patently absurd. While he may be most helpful when writing about nature, Pelton--a worldwide traveler--comes off as colorfully clueless when he heads out to urban destinations. While advising travelers to travel lightly, he recommends loading oneself onto a plane thusly: "Use a soft, legal-sized carryon bag. Wear a larger than normal waist pack with heavy items, use a correspondent's vest to stuff in other heavy items, clothes, and fragiles. Carry a second laptop bag ... filled with reading material, CD player, whatever...."

Not only does this sound like an Olympic feat, it also contradicts his advice not to look like a tourist. As for how to surreptitiously conceal cash, Pelton recommends rolling it up in straws. That's right, straws. Certainly original, but the presence of numerous straws in a suitcase seems a likely way to ensure your luggage is ripped apart for cocaine. If carrying it on your person, what does one do to dislodge a bill from the straw, toot it at the cashier?

Nevertheless, with its charts (of average miles walked by a lost person), quizzes (are you a leader?), and occasionally insightful information, Come Back Alive is a remarkable journey through Danger Land (a.k.a. the modern world), and one that is sure to help enliven any cocktail party with its informational icebreakers. "I'm reading the oddest book," you might begin, "which recommends carrying money in straws...." --Melissa RossiBook Description
Welcome to the art of survival!

Come Back Alive is the indispensable and witty guide to avoiding nasty situations, whether on a business trip, an adventure vacation, or a weekend hike. In this book, the author of the classic travel annual The World's Most Dangerous Places, Robert Young Pelton--"Dangerman" (Toronto Globe & Mail); "tourist with an attitude" (Outside magazine); "the patron saint of adventure travelers"  (ZineZone. com)--reveals the secrets that have kept him alive and laughing:

in the desert: finding water where it ain't, dehydration and rehydration, copping a nuclear tan
in the jungle: trekking, camping, jungle tucker, what to do when there's no bridge
in the woods: when you're tentless and clueless, when dinner's still mobile
in the snow: dressing for excess; building a snow cave, what to do when someone's going hypo
on the road: surviving adventure travel, from mild to wild
when assaulted: passive self-defense, active self-defense, better ideas in self-defense
when kidnapped: how to avoid it, how to survive it
during natural disasters: hurricanes, avalanches, lightning, earthquakes, and more!
when facing nasty animals: animals that bite you, eat you, sting you, and what to do when Bambi strikes back


You will also learn strategies for adventure travel, urban areas, war zones, terrorism, crime spots, and even the dangers of your own house--the place you're most likely to get into trouble.

Whether you are young or old, man or woman, going on a business trip, a ski weekend, an African safari, or just to the corner store, Come Back Alive gives you the comprehensive and fascinating advice you'll need to protect yourself. No matter where you're going, what you're doing, or how dangerous you want to get, Come Back Alive is essential to your safe and stylish return. ... Read more

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Finally, a survival author that's not hopped up on his own legend.
Have you ever been frustrated by those survival authors that go out into the woods and make treehouses, wells, and snares with only a Swiss Army Knife and make it sound like it's the easiest thing to do?Or self-defense gurus who make it sound like you could be Van Damme just by reading their books?Me too.Pelton is not one of these.He encourages "common sense".Something that's largely missing in many survival books.He gives handy survival tips you might actually use, like how to travel without checking luggage.Face it, it's unlikely your going to have to live like Tom Hanks from "Castaway" and if you do, all the survival books in the world will only help you so much.I'd recommend reading this book as a supplement to "Dangerous Places".You'll get more out of both that way.

we're left with little choice...thus this book sells
The fact that we have little choice of material in this genre is the main reason a book like this sells.Sure, some of the information is entertaining, that's for sure, but mostly it's full of fluff, inaccuracies, and scant on precious details which would allow a novice or newbie to actually put the information to good use.

The fact that there is a lot of info on simpler topics (such as water purification and other 'jungle survival' stuff) doesn't quite make up for the fact that many of us will be roaming around the cities and villages of the developing world, and could use a little know-how in that area.Some is indeed offered, but it is riddled with factual error and often illustrates many a misconception on the part of the author.

RYP is definitely a powerhouse of knowledge on the subject of third-world travel, but this book almost looks like an early attempt at the topic, and definitely needed a LOT more work and research before publication.

But alas, there's not a whole lot out there to choose from.If you're going to the bush/desert, there are better guides out there.If you're going to the city, save your cash and do a web search instead.

Never take personal security for granted.
I've been relying on advice from this book and "Most Dangerous Places" for several years now. Although I wouldn't call it my "gospel" there are a lot of useful pieces of information that could save your life. Although I am not constantly exposed to life-threatening danger, my experience shows me that most accidents and mishaps occur to tourists because they drop their guard or get complacent. My advice is simple. Don't be paranoid, but never take personal security for granted - even if you are just going to the local shops...

Swiftly put together
This book was to hastly put together, the author needed to do more research on the subjects contained in the book. Some of the topics and there advice seemed to be far fetched or not true at all.

Very real and informative
I really disagree with most of the reviews here. I found this book fascinating and potentially useful. I live in the U.S., but if I were to travel anywhere outside the "First World", I would read this book 4-5 times. I can't really say about the rest of the chapters (not enough personal experience), but the chapter on self-defense is dead on. Most books will tell you that you can defened yourself well, but the reality is, as Pelton says, you are up against guys who: a. make a living 'jacking people', and b. are pre-prepared for the assault, whereas you are on your cell phone or counting your travelers checks. Very true. The cards are so stacked against you most of the time. This book is just trying to tell the truth about that, from Pelton's experience, and trying to give you some 'cards' so that you are not so outgunned. For example, his advice about "using a sense of humor" in the Third World to get out of jams is very useful, and could save lives. Just smiling at someone or making a hand gesture could save you. I have seen it in action myself, and have used it. Like I say, against someone bent on jacking you, your chances are slim, but in most other situations, humor could work. Like I said, if I had one book to take on a "Third World Tour", this would be it. ... Read more