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This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced typographical errors, and jumbled words.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more

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Explores the personal and professional life of Philadelphia-born Will Smith, a highly successful rap musician, television and film actor whose awards include Grammy and American Music Awards. ... Read more

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This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced typographical errors, and jumbled words.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more

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Will Smith review
The biography on Will Smith is an interesting and action packed book.I like the book because it told how Will grew up and became big and famous.The book began to get interesting when it mentioned the movie Men In Black.The book started to slow down when they started to talk about his child hood.This book provides much information and detail on Will Smith.I would recomend this book to ages 10 and up. ... Read more

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One of a series of titles looking at the work and life of popular figures in TV, music and film, aimed at reluctant readers in the 11-14 age range. ... Read more

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Presents a biography of Will Smith ... Read more

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Highlights the personal life and successful musical and acting career of the Grammy-winning rap singer and star of his own television series and such hit movies as "Independence Day" and "Men in Black." ... Read more

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Kid-Friendly book
I recently ordered this biography for my elementary school library, and it has been so popular that I've had up to 9 students on hold for it at one time.The book is presented in a very easy-to-read format complete with pictures and is written on a 5th-grade Accelerated Reading level.Will Smith is very well-known by the children, and all age levels are flocking to this book.I would recommend it for a school library or individual purchase.

Excellent book on Will Smith's life.
This is an excellent book for students and gives a lot of facts about Will Smith's life.It also has many good morals.The morals are to be as good as you can be and not spend all of your money on 6 cars and 2 motorcycles.You really need to read the book to get the most from the morals that arecontained within this book.It is a good book for grades 3 - 12. ... Read more

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Never-before-collected - and never-before-published in the US, this reprint of the extremely hard-to-find Transformers UK comic material collects the Target: 2006 storyline from Transformers (UK) #78-88, which relates directly to the events of the DVD smash-hit Transformers: The Movie!

Ultra Magnus, Autobot leader in 2006, is torn between two missions - to help his fellow autobots in a last-ditch strike, or to help rescue a vanished Optimus Prime - and to confront Galvatron, who has returned in time to 1986, with deadly plans for the future! Add Megatron, Starscream, and a cast of thousands into the mix - and you’ve got a recipe for all-out Transformers action! ... Read more

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A Must for Any Transfan
"Target: 2006" is the story arc that fully propelled the UK Transformer comics into the limelight; talk to any Transformer fan, and they'll probably tell you that the UK stories were vastly superior to the US comics at the time."Target: 2006" is a testimony to this.

The story is quiet different from the US staple, and introduced many characters that the US readers never got to meet: Ultra Magnus, Springer, and the Wreckers, just to name a few.

Basically, Galvatron goes back in time to create a machine of mass destruction and then use it against Unicron in the past; from there, Galvatron will be free of Unicron's influence, and can rule the Decepticons without his interference.

Highlights of the storyline include the fight between Galvatron and Megatron, the introduction of Ultra Magnus, and Starscream's betrayal of both Megatron and Galvatron.

The art is very accurate to the toys, except when it comes to Ironhide, Ratchet, and Bumblebee, who are all drawn to reflect their cartoon versions.

This book is great for both young and old Transformer fans.

This is where it all kicks off!
This book collects the opening story of the UK comic's long-running Galvatron saga, which came to an end with the last issues of the US comic.
This is a companion piece to Transformers: The Movie, as the plot interweaves with that of the film. Here, Galvatron jumps back to 1985 in order to improve his situation in the future, with disasterous results.
Simon Furman, well into his stride as writer by the time of this plot, threw away the Transformers rulebook. By using the Movie characters, Furman was no longer shackled by the US comic continuity, and let loose. Hardly a page goes by without some shocking event, or an event that makes the fanboy in you sit back and go "that's cool!".
The art is spectacular, showing up the art of the US comics, and fully conveying the intensity of this storyline.
This is complex, mature and astonishingly well-executed stuff that you really shouldn't miss.

Good
This is a collection of the Target: 2006 Storyline of the UK Transformers comics. I enjoyed this graphic novel alot. Although, neither this or 'Fallen Angel' can ever be better than the last issue's of the US comic(by far my favorite). Pick this up if you have already read this US comics (if not get those first).

The Best Transformers Story ever told!
This is the best Transformers comic book story ever told! Target 2006 was written by Simon Furman, with Art By Jeff Anderson, Will Simpson and Ron Smith!But the Best UK Transformers artwork is done by Geoff Senior! Ultra Magnus, Autobot Leader of 2006 travels back in time to 1986 stop Galvatron,Cyclonus, and Scourge from creating a weapon of distructive power that could destroy the Chaos-Bringer Unicron! These characters came from the epic saga of Transformers the Movie!on the back of the book it says "In Target 2006, Arch-Decepticon Leader Galvatron travels back in time to lay the foundations for the future destruction!With Optimus Prime missing, feared dead.Cybertrons greatest Hero, Ultra Magnus maybe Earth's last hope!These Books reprint Transformers UK #78-88! Highly Recommended! ... Read more

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Michael W. Smith is the most successful male solo artist in contemporary Christian music. His classic song, “Friends,” is the most popular song played at Christian school graduations, and he has been recognized as a strong role model for Christian teenagers. His first book, Friends Are Friends Forever, has sold more than 150,000 copies and become a favorite gift for graduations. Now, in the tradition of that bestseller, I Will Be Your Friend takes Michael’s popular song of the same title on his most recent CD, This Is Your Time, and uses it as a starting point to explore the meaning of lifelong friendship. Stories of friends from Michael’s childhood and adult life, biblical stories of friendship, and stories of those who have been inspirational in Michael’s life will encourage people of all ages to appreciate and nurture meaningful friendships. I Will Be Your Friend will inspire readers to develop a few close friends—and build relationships for a lifetime. ... Read more

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The importance of friendships
People weren't made to live alone and thus the importance of good friends are important in everyday life. Its a small book but one that I'd reccomend even to those who think that they've "got it" when it comes to friendships. It talks about why its important to have friends, how to be a good friend, how to fix broken frienships, and how to be good friends with those that aren't Christian. I haven't read too many friendship books but this one seems to cover a lot of stuff, and though its a small book, it comes in handy.

A good read about the need for friends.
I've been a fan of Michael's music for a number of years, so when he began to write books, I was eager to see what he had to say. And I haven't been disappointed yet. He has a very readable and personal writing style, and he's not afraid to be transparent. As for content, it's always relevant and based on tested Scriptural principles. It's awesome to see how strong his faith has remained during his high-profile years in the music business, where temptations are many and humility is easy to lose. A major contribution to his stability lies in the solid friendships he has maintained with other strong Christians. Friendship is important to him, and he wants others to reap its many benefits as well. That's a major reason why he wrote this book.

"I Will Be Your Friend" attracted me because of relational issues I have recently encountered in my own life. As I've entered my thirties, my desire to improve my current friendships has increased, since they have sustained me through a number of tough times. I want the ability to properly edify, encourage, and even rebuke my friends for the benefit of their character, and our relationship. In addition, I'd like to gain skills on forming solid new friendships, which is sometimes difficult for an introvert like myself.

So, when I came across this book I knew it was one I needed to read. And I'm glad I did. Michael illustrates a number of truths he's learned over the years about friendship. He touches on such topics as setting boundaries, accountability, the importance of being vulnerable, mentoring, and servanthood. Michael shares a lot from his own personal experiences, and it's refreshing to see that he even records his own relational missteps. Even better, his insights are tied to Scripture, and he is clear that God is the source of whatever wisdom he has.

I particularly recommend this book to men, since we seem less capable than women (or at least less willing) when it comes to forming deep friendships. It's important that we cultivate this ability, since the benefits are many and the alternatives are definitely less than God's best. ... Read more

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As USA TODAY, The Nation's No. 1 Newspaper, puts it, "Will Smith . . . could film himself painting a fence and it would open at No. 1." Whether he's blasting away at bad guys or romancing the heroine, moviegoers love him. And because they show up at the box office, movie studio executives love him too. From humble beginnings in Philadelphia, Smith gained fame in the late 1980s as a family-friendly rapper known as the Fresh Prince. Within a few years, he was tapped to star in a new TV comedy, The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. The show earned Smith more adorning fans. During the show's off-season, he took small parts in films. In 1996, his starring role as the action hero in Independence Day cemented him as a Hollywood superstar. Since then, he's earned two Academy Award nominations for Ali and The Pursuit of Happyness and has starred in blockbusters such as Men in Black; I, Robot; Hitch; I Am Legend; Hancock; and Seven Pounds. While he continues to act and rap, he also produces films, raises his three kids, and works for worthy causes. ... Read more

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Publisher: San Francisco, Calif. : Foundation of the American Academy of Ophthalmology : Berkeley, Calif. : University of CaliforniaSubjects: OphthalmologyEye -- DiseasesNotes: This is an OCR reprint. There may be typos or missing text. There are no illustrations or indexes.When you buy the General Books edition of this book you get free trial access to Million-Books.com where you can select from more than a million books for free. You can also preview the book there. ... Read more

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Darryl McDaniels, better known as DMC, is only one-third of the groundbreaking rap group Run-DMC, but his trend-setting style and street-smart wisdom have made him a star in his own rite. Darryl formed Run-DMC fifteen years ago with two friends, and since then the group has been transforming rap and hip-hop into the most popular music in the world, while building a fan base that quietly rivals the biggest acts in rock 'n' roll. From the streets of Hollis, Queens to the world's largest arenas, Darryl and Run-DMC blazed the trail that would take rap and hip-hop to the top of the charts, but as pioneers the group would also face a number of trials and tribulations.In King of Rock: Respect, Responsibility and My Life with Run-DMC, Darryl candidly talks for the first time about his career as a rap artist and the people he has met along the way. Through hilarious anecdotes and thoughtful reflection, Darryl shares the wisdom he has accumulated in his thirty-two years, detailing his battles with fame, money, drugs, and alcohol. Darryl's sharp, flavorful tales of the rise of the group, and the fascinating behind-the-scenes glimpses he offers into the rap and hip-hop world capture the excitement and the hardship of being in the spotlight, while also revealing the knowledge he has gained along the way.Written from the distinct perspective of an artist who has been an integral part of the rap and hip-hop scene since day One, King of Rock is at once the story of Run-DMC and the memoir of Darryl McDaniels-a boy from Queens trying to make it in the big-time. With confidence, compassion and an acute awareness of life's troubles and rewards, Darryl traces his experiences growing up and into the rap mogul DMC, to settling into marriage, becoming a father, and shifting his focus to respect, responsibility and peace. King of Rock is a sharply observed, unpretentious and often very funny account of being a part of one of the most important acts in the history of popular music.AUTHORBIO: Darryl McDaniels, better known as DMC, is a member of the legendary rap group Run-DMC.He lives in New Jersey. ... Read more

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The QuietKing
This book was released but only a few days before Run Dmc made it's final New Orleans appearance at the House of Blues.As I left the concert that night,outside of the Marriott Hotel, a soft timid voice spoke out "Hey man,I sure like all that Adidas you have on."It was DMC.As I was completely charmed and engaged for those next few moments by this gentle giant,so will you be by this wonderful memoir.Covering his entire life and carreer and alcoholism and consequent pancreaitis, Mr.McDaniels quietly tells raps greatest story.The only flaw for was that theres not enough insight into the actual creative or studio process that quite literally changed pop music.(C'mon,"How'd ya do it Dee?"!!)Other than that,this along with Chuck D's caustic "Fight the Power",are a must read.

Give this book a chance
Anyone who is a fan of Run DMC or rap will love this book for the behind-the-scenes look at the early days of the group and the music. Anyone looking for a human interest story about maturing and becoming a man despite decadent surroundings will also probably be pleasantly surprised. Although it is a good read for anyone of any age, I would seriously suggest that this book should be required reading for high school kids. It really teaches a lot of great life lessons in a way that kids can relate to. It paints the picture of what most kids would consider to be the ideal existence - that of an international rock superstar living a life of decadence - and then gives the reader a very clear picture of why such a lifestyle is not so ideal. In doing this, it makes the reader question a lot of their own beliefs (e.g. "If only I made $X more a year, then I'd be happy" and "If I could have women falling at my feet, I'd be the luckiest guy in the world."). I would argue that it may help kids change the course of their lives early on and avoid having to learn a lot of hard lessons by experience.

The only (minor) flaw is that the book uses a lot of street slang and poor grammar. In general, I have no problem with writing in a vernacular if it helps put a story in its proper context or helps an author relate to a particular audience, but it is out of place here considering the content of the book. Gangster rap acts defend the violence and disrespect common to their music by claiming that they are only reporting what they see on the streets and are acting the way they act in real life. D adamantly opposes their behavior and discusses the flaws with their arguments, suggesting that they should aspire to be better people and do positive things with their talent and popularity. To be consistent with this line of thinking, the book should be presented in proper english. Surely, in editing the book, Haring must have noticed the many times the author switched tenses mid-sentence and used "ain't"s, etc. This would lead one to believe that there was a conscious effort to leave the poor language and slang in the book. The question then becomes: How is intentionally sounding ignorant any different than ganster rappers intentionally "keepin' it real"?

But if you look past the language and get to the meat and bones, you will find that the book has a whole lot to offer and that Darryl is a great guy. I can hardly wait for his solo album....

Uninteresting and monotonous -- a complete bore
I read about half of the book and couldn't muster up the energy to open it back up again. The book is quite boring - aside from D's tales on the road with Run DMC. I hardly think that Darryl lives up to be the voice of reason he assumes himself to be. Half of the half I read was spent trying to convince the reader of how ignorant we are to today's rap music and how the state of the industry is at an all time low. Give me a break, please.

...And those pictures of him are all out completely friggin' stupid.

An important book that goes beyond music! DMC becomes a man!
Who knew DMC was the soul of Run-DMC?

This is an important book, and if there is any justice, it will sell well, be read widely, and have as much influence as the early Run-DMC music did. This is NOT your typical, ghost-written celeb bio.Even those who know nothing about DMC the musician can be helped and uplifted by this book.

Oh, sure, there are the usual rock anecdotes about life on the road, the women, the parties, the money, and the drugs. (What?!? Run-DMC doing drugs?Unfortunately, yes.)There are even quite a few amusing stories about the genesis of Run-DMC (did you know that Run and DMC hated the name at first, but were convinced to use it by Russell Simmons?) There is talk of career highlights (playing "Live Aid,") the glasses, and writing lyrics.For those interested in rock history, there is ample enough grist for them.

What makes this an important book, though, is where rock-stardom ends and growth begins-- and DMC pulls no punches in laying out what he sees as the straight dope on what it means to be a real man, and what he hopes for the future of both rock music and society as a whole.

He does this in a powerful way that few rock stars (or even regular guys) ever attempt: by laying out his own mistakes for all to see (including almost dying from alcohol poisoning,) taking responsibility for them, and then talking about what he learned from them.It is painful to read at times, but even more powerful because of that.

D says things in this book that no one in the music industry has had the balls to say-- but you don't feel like he's criticizing, he's just calling it like he sees it. He thinks that a lot of the rap-metal groups are just calling up the negative vibe, that a lot of the other rap that glorifies money is just hurting the normal kid by skewing his priorities, and that fame and adoration should be given to those making lasting musical contributions (like Eric Clapton) not the to flavor of the moment.He talks about Tupac's death in a way that might surprise you.

D also talks about organized religion, spirituality, being a father, and, above all, being true to himself.

Above all, he encourages you to be true to yourself, too.

When we finish the book, we feel like we've met a real man and a person of some substance who is struggling to make his life and the world around him a better place.

It is totally understandable, after reading this book, why DMC is almost nowhere to be found on the latest Run-DMC album.

He has grown beyond Run and Run-DMC.And as we can see by that sorry "Crown Royal" album, maybe D was right in pulling out.

You can tell that all of this has been hard on D, that he is trying to grow as a person and a musician in a situation that wants him to stay the same.

All I can say to D is: Live Positive Forever and Ever.

You're doing the right thing, man, no matter how hard it is. ... Read more