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Publisher: Albany, N.Y., J. McDonough Book and Publishing CoSubjects: Religion -- HistoryNotes: This is an OCR reprint. There may be numerous 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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A medical resource that can literally save your life.
Anyone considering surgery should read 'Surgery Electives' ASAP.In addition to thousands of listings of health and medical organizations, self-help groups and pertinent books; you'll learn which questions to ask your doctor, how to choose a second-opinion physician, what to expect during your hospital stay, how to correct billing problems, the truth about certain surgical procedures, what to do if something goes wrong, and other essential information.Special section on alternative/holistic therapies and the connection between food and health.A thinking person's frank guide to the medical industry. 'Surgery Electives' is recommended by Pulitzer Prize-nominated author John Robbins. It is also recommended by Safe Medicine for Consumers; Citizens for Health; The New England Patients' Rights Group; CLARION - the newsletter of the International Cesarean Awareness Network; Midwifery Today Magazine; The Y-Me National Center for Breast Cancer Information and Support; Families Advocating Injury Reduction; American Silicone Implant Survivors; Congressman Pete Stark; and Sandra Gilbert, author of "Wrongful Death: A Medical Tradgedy." ... Read more

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A History of L&H In Pictures!
In his third book about Laurel & Hardy.Dr.John McCabe and his co authors:Al Kilgore and Richard W.Bann take another look at the team's film work and they do so..in an unconventional way.Thru the use of photos from their films and with an interesting text.Dr.McCabe and his fellow film historians/writers show us all The evolution of Stan & Ollie's work and why their films are still popular with moviegoers and tv/home video viewers.The Book also gives some more biographical background into the boys'lives than what has been written in other manuscripts and there is some insight into the difficult period in the boys'careers.When they appeared in their forgetable films for Fox and MGM during the 40's and their final series of successful performances in English music halls and cabrets in Europe during the post war years.There is even a chapter titled"For Stan & Ollie"a dedication to the team by some famous performers and personalities:Leslie Haillwell,Orson Bean,Patsy Kelly(Who worked with the boys in "Pick A Star"),Marvin Hatley(The resident music director at The Hal Roach Studios),Hans Conried,Eddie Cantor,Lou Costello and even Lenny Bruce and Groucho Marx lend their thoughts about the team.This plus The unique film raitings device(Derbies instead of stars..to let the readers know.Which L&H film is good and which ones are not up to par)makes this a book worth having! Bravo Jack,Al And Dick! Kevin S.Butler.

THE ULTIMATE LAUREL AND HARDY REFERENCE BOOK--PERIOD.
Written with a filmography by Richard W.Bann and designed by the great Al Kilgore,John McCabe's "Laurel and Hardy",first published in 1975,is the most complete reference book ever published on the legendaryduo:in fact many have said it is one of the ultimate movie books--for factsand figures play only a minor role here....Stan and Oliver themselves takeyou on a tour of their work-105 films-and adventures, via scenes from theirmovies:thousands of them.John McCabe,author of the duo's authorizedbiography "Mr.Laurel and Mr.Hardy"(1961) and founder of theinternational L&H fan club The Sons Of The Desert,had complete accessto the stills library of the Hal Roach Studios,and arranged a completesynopsis-in words and pictures-of every short and feature,from1926's"Putting Pants On Philip" through 1940's"Saps AtSea".Also covered are the Boys' films after leaving Hal Roach andjoining 20th Century Fox(this period is covered in depth in two otherbooks--"Laurel and Hardy:The Magic Behind The Movies" and"Laurel and Hardy:From The Forties Forward")and their music halltours through the British Isles in the 40s and 50s.The book is sothorough,it is like reading a photographic comic book,with each film instill form and all the story elements(and classic dialogue)as captions forthe hilarious pictures.Also included is a chapter highlighting theinfluence of L&H on 20 comic legends,in their own words--from JackBenny,Lou Costello and Groucho Marx to Marcel Marceau and Dick Van Dyke.Asa member of the Sons Of The Desert,we refer to the book as 'The Bible'--andif you think I have been praising this too much,I have every reason to dojust that:it is my all time favourite book.It was last reprinted throughBonanza Books in 1983--if you should see a copy for sale,don't think:grabit and run for your life! ... Read more

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Wonderful!
I must admit, Oliver Hardy was always my favorite of the two, and I was so pleased to find this biography of him. If you can manage to track it down, it's well worth it. Very well researched, with lots of new information and photos. Very well done.

Solid bio on the most elusive of Laurel & Hardy
Oliver "Babe" Hardy is something of a paradox: many comedians feel he is actually the funnier of the classic team of Laurel & Hardy. Yet, there is so little biographical material available on him. True, if you buy a book on the comedy team you'll find out the bare facts. But there's always a wealth on Stan Laurel...not Babe (as his friends called him). Why?

A key reason, as John McCabe's solid bio points out, is that Babe wanted it that way. He deferred all creative decisions and most press inquries to Stan. In a sense, McCabe faced a Herculean task: he wanted to write a bio about a comedian etched firmly in world film culture, yetactual sources of information (Hardy died August 6, 1957) were few. Could it be done?

Yes. Babe etches out Hardy's life. And we learn a few fascinating tidbits along the way: how throughout his life he always cringed at jokes about his weight (his weight always bothered him) but went along for the laughs (Jackie Gleason reportedly had the same attitude); how he developed his fuss-budget film-personna quirks from a relative; how he viewed himself more as an actor (or reactor) than a comedian; how his love for music pervadedhis life (he does sing in some of his films). And a LOT more. The book also gives fascinating details about his sad final year where he lost a lot of weight and his health went into a downward tailspin.

This is a solid book that also recounts some of the team's best shorts, features, and details their famous tour of England. And McCabe JUST pulls off his feat. His source material on Hardy is largely culled from interviews with Stan Laurel and Hardy's last wife, Lucille. If there is a complaint it's that this is still not as well fleshed out as a typical show biz bio where more sources and information were available -- but there is enough detail to make this a solid book that'll delight Laurel & Hardy fans, show biz bio fans, and students of comedy of all ages. Babe would be pleased.

Babe: The life of Oliver Hardy
This book is written with a lot of warmth attached to it that allows you, the reader, to appreciate just how Oliver Hardy worked and lived. It goes into detail of minor storiesof poeple who met him. I knew very littl of Oliver before i read this book. I now know a lot more and I feel that I almost knew him personally. ... Read more

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“Moving country: a synch. Avoiding the law: a breeze. Getting a job: a doddle. Assuming a new identity: now that was the real problem. That is, until I met you. Your skin would fit just fine. I am no parasite, though, and what I take I also give back in return. Whether you like it or not.”

At 37,000 feet above the Atlantic, two people meet – and bring each other down to earth. John McCabe’s new novel – fast, funny and gripping – demonstrates what happens when you drag an innocent bystander into the mess that is your life. ... Read more

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Spinner V is the latest addition to the award-winningSpinner series. It contains 12 beautifully woven tales with historicphotographs and original illustrations.

Drawing on oral history, old newspapers and family scrapbooks,"Judgment Day" brings back the days of New Bedford's colorful MayorEdward C. Peirce, who was convicted of gambling related crimes. It isthe story of a man who reached the pinnacle of success, only to bebrought down by the opposing forces of his time. In "Between Heaven &Hell," witness the devastation and resolve in the Flint neighborhoodwhen Fall River's cherished Note Dame Church burned to the ground in1982.

Spinner has uncovered two extraordinary journals of local andinternational interest, each with it's own reflections on war andAmerica. In "Unforgettable Days," Natalie Kaplan recounts her girlhoodin Russia, her work as a young nurse in the Red Army, and heremigration to New Bedford. "The Fall River Nanny" is the diary of ayoung Englishwomen, Annie Ward, who came to America in 1914 to work inthe house of a mill owner. Her bittersweet journal recalls the romanceand gaiety of Fall River, but is laced with anguish as her homelandand her loved ones are drawn into World War I.

Two area institutions remind us of the strength and character that canbe developed as a result of childhood struggles. In "At St. Mary'sDoorstep," Raymond Rivard tells about his teenage years as a residentof St. Mary's Home for Children in New Bedford. "Children ofSol-e-Mar" is a fond recollection of life at a South Dartmouthhospital for crippled children in the days before penicillin.

In "Heritage Harvest," the culinary Worlds of the Indians and settlersmix, bringing us the johnnycake, the clambake and more. A specialfeature, "Milton Silvia: As I Saw It," showcases a treasury ofphotographs taken during Milt's long career with TheStandard-Times. In "Trolley Days," pictures and personal accountsbring back city streetcars, while "The Progress of Bloomerism" tracksthe coming of the new fashion in the 1850's. Finally, "Rum Running inWestport" tells what life was like in Westport duringProhibition.

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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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This is the first biography of Joseph McCabe (1867-1955), a former Catholic priest who became one of the best-known champions and a prolific populariser of free-thought and rationalism in the first half of the 20th century. McCabe's encyclopaedic curiosity, rigorous scholarship, and above all his unswerving intellectual honesty led him through a tumultuous career of public lecturing and debating, and an incredible output of over 200 books. He tackled the most controversial issues of the modern era: evolution, biblical errancy, belief in God, immorality, spiritualism, capitalism vs. socialism, women's rights, and many other topics. Much of his writing was published in the form of the "Little Blue Books" by E Haldeman-Julius, who declared McCabe to be 'the world's greatest scholar'. Today in our post-modern period, where Enlightenment values are being questioned and irrationalism in many guises has become fashionable, McCabe's gift for rational inquiry, respect for scientific evidence, and lucid, no-nonsense prose are both relevant and welcome. ... Read more

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Some of the most controversial issues of spirituality
A Rebel To His Last Breath provides the first biography of one Joseph McCabe, a former Catholic priest who became a champion of free thought and rationalism in the first half of the 20th century. Why chart the life of a man largely forgotten today? Because he tackled some of the most controversial issues of spirituality and social issues of modern times, and his efforts and writings continue to influence. ... Read more

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Over thirty years ago, a group of six Englishmen - well, one was Welsh and another an interloping American - rewrote the rules of comedy.Monty Python's Flying Circus, an unheralded, previously unseen half-hour show of sketches, hilarities, inanities and animations, first appeared on the BBC late one night in 1969. Its impact has been felt the world over ever since. From its humble beginnings, it blossomed into the most influential movement in modern comedy. THE PYTHONS' AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF THE PYTHONS is a unique look at arguably the most important comic team of the modern age, with 64 pages of photographs, many culled from the team's own personal collections, and many more seen for the first time. This is the definitive word on all things Pythonesque. ... Read more

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And now for something completely not funny, yet indispensible.
...but that's not a bad thing (explanation below).

I got this book for Christmas and was concerned that because of it's size I would probably end up just thumbing through and reading select parts.Not the case.I started reading it and couldn't stop.

It covers the group and individuals from their pre-Python lives through discussions of working together again after The Live at Aspen event - though I won't tell you what conclusion they came to.In between is chock full of every detail about their influences, TV show, the movies, the stage shows and more.And because each member contributes (hence...autobiography) you get a great insider's perspective on the dynamics of the group.You learn first hand who doesn't like who, what they enjoyed and how, at times, they really struggled, and a bunch more behind the scenes insights into their personalities.

I found the book to be fascinating.It is formatted such that each event is discussed by multiple members of the troop.So you get a 360 degree view of their writing sessions, their fights, their good times, their movie productions, their business and artistic relationships.

The only downside (and here is why I titled this as such) is that it was rarely funny.That is by no means a fault, but could come as a surprise (as it did me) to the reader who expects it to be silly and funny like their performances.As a result this book is probably only going to be of interest to a true Python fan.And a true Python fan will find it indispensible.

Wonderful book
The Pythons were like the British Marx Brothers, Anti-authority,
subversive, surreal, and very very funny.Particularly interesting are the Python's accounts of their childhood and pre-fame days.

It seems "A Careful Reader" wasn't so careful after all.The picture of Dudley Moore (and it is most assuredly him) is on page 68 NOT 88.Here's a clue for ACR...he's about 30 years younger than he was when he appeared in the movie "10."Thank you and good night!

A few points about this Monty Python book
On page 88 it says that one of the four men in the photo is Dudley Moore. The fellow in the picture doesn't look at all like Dudley Moore. Furthermore, it says, on another page,that Ian MacNaughton is beseeching Terry Jones. But the man MacNaughton is begging seems to actually be Michael Palin. On a different note, in his autobiography part of the book Eric Idle seems too proud of his anti-authority stances. The 60's are very long gone now. Idle should grow up and not be so flaunting of his anti-societial ways. Being part of society is back in fashion. ... Read more

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This textbook covers all aspects of materials science relevant to the practice of dentistry. It is aimed primarily at undergraduate dental students, although it will also be useful for practising dentists, dental technicians and dental assistants.

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The book is an ideal source of information for the dental student or technician just starting to learn about dental materials or for any person who has an interest in such subjects.

With clearly marked sections thebook deals with topics in a clear, progressive and easy to understand way.All topics are approached with the attitude that the reader knows nothingabout dental materials but with the aid of well annotated diagrams, graphs,tables and photographs all subjects are explained smartly and to the point.

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Cagney
Excellent BIO learned things about Cagney that I didn't know and found the book very interesting and insightful into the man. A very enjoyable read would recommend to anyone wanting to understand the Great Actor.

Cagney is still my favorite actor
I loved the biography of James Cagney.I especially loved the chapter dedicated to "Yankee Doodle Dandy", which has been one of my favorite movies since I was a child.

INVASION OF MR CAGNEYS PRIVACY
I think that Mr. McCabe betrayed Mr. Cagneys trust by submitting personal and private matters that Mr. Cagney worked so hard to conceal.I respect James Cagney b/c he was a wonderful actor and I'm always entertained by his movies.I stopped reading this book b/c it was so personal.This book is perfect for all the psycho tabloid readers who are too wrapped up in other peoples lives than their own.If there is any respectable people left in this world...there are few...I would recommend the book that Cagney wrote himself, Cagney by Cagney.I am ashamed that I bought this.

a faraway fella...
this autobiography by the ghostwriter of Cagney by Cagny is a fine, loving and detailed portrait of an artist with humility, integrity and boundless talent. One of the finest autobiographies I've read. Cagney the man is so much more interesting then Cagney the actor and Cagney the actor was one hell of a talented soul. The writer makes us understand Jim Cagney so well and develop so much empathy for the man that it's like he's sitting across from you and telling his own life story.

A Yankee Doodle Dandy of a Bio!

Seen the Movies? Read this book!

A great bio of one of Filmdom's Gods.

You will learn alot about the man as actor, and human being, and about Hollywood in the Golden Age here.

Like many Leading Men of the Golden Age there was a lot of There THERE in that pretty little head of his, in the performance of his craft, and in his personal life, and we are fortunate to have had him performing on screen into is old age.

Fantastic! ... Read more

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'The Comedy World of StanLaurel' is a vivid and intimate biography of one of the all-time masters of comedy. John McCabe follows Stan Laurel's career from his early days in British variety, his arrival in the United States, the first films, to his teaming up with Oliver Hardy in 1936 and their meteoric rise to fame. Arthur Stanley Jefferson (Stan Laurel) was born on June 16, 1890 in Ulverston in North Lancashire (presently Cumbria), England. Stan's first professional theatrical engagement was as a boy-comedian at the Britannia Theater in Glasgow. He would become a film legend, and one-half of the world-famous comedy team of Laurel & Hardy. Stan Laurel's film career spanned 35 years and 182 pictures. The official teaming of Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy took place in 1927 with the release of "Duck Soup." Laurel & Hardy made 117 films together between 1926 and 1952. "The Music Box" won the 1932 Oscar for "Best Live Action Short Subject." It was the only Laurel & Hardy film to win such an award. In 1961, Stan was honoured by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences with an Oscar for his creative pioneering in the field of comedy.Stan's only regret was that Oliver was not there to share in the recognition. Stan Laurel passed away on February 23, 1965, after suffering a heart attack. ... Read more

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"Mr. Laurel Says...."
This book belongs on the same visible, accesible shelf as L & H - From The Forties Forward; Babe - Life of Olver Hardy (also by McCabe); The Magic Behind The Movies; and of course, The Life of Stan Laurel.
Even the casual fan will take delight and be fascinated by late career entries by Mr. Laurel, detailed here: full scripts for radio, for the stage, and believe it or not....for television! Yes, that first unproduced script for "Laurel and Hardy's Fabulous Fables", a 1956 TV Special series installment, is here. Along with scribbled notes - still inspired by a great comedy mind.
[There are amazing other writing examples by Stan on the site: Laurel and Hardy Central].

A must for all comedy fans!
The main thing that makes this book invaluable is the Stan Laurel-authored scripts to live Laurel & Hardy stage shows, and Laurel & Hardy radio performances. It also included an assortment of great gag ideas Laurel had for films that were never used.

This book also helps set the record straight that Stan Laurel was the real creative force behind his best movies, even though others always got writing and directing screen credit.

Historical interest aside, the Laurel & Hardy scripts are great reading for sheer entertainment value.

Even if you've seen every Laurel & Hardy film made, realize that the Laurel & Hardy characters had a handful of other adventures which were not filmed. This book is a priceless way to access these great scripts.

If you haven't seen many Laurel & Hardy films, rent some. I can recommend almost every Laurel & Hardy film made, with only a small handful of exceptions.

After you've seen enough Laurel & Hardy films to become a fan, read this book. You're sure to love it.

This is author/compiler John McCabe's _third_ book on the subject of Laurel and Hardy. His first book was a concise but excellent biography of Laurel and Hardy in the early 1960's, called "Mr. Laurel and Mr. Hardy." McCabe had met Laurel & Hardy in person when he first started that project, and he wrote that meeting L&H in person, and finding them to be such nice people in real life, was "like finding out Santa Claus actually existed."

McCabe also co-authored a 1975 pictorial filmography called "Laurel and Hardy."

A must for all comedy fans
The main thing that makes this book invaluable is the Stan Laurel-authored scripts to live Laurel & Hardy stage shows, and Laurel & Hardy radio performances. It also included an assortment of great gag ideas Laurel had for films that were never used.

This book also helps set the record straight that Stan Laurel was the real creative force behind his best movies, even though others always got writing and directing screen credit.

Historical interest aside, the Laurel & Hardy scripts are great reading for sheer entertainment value.

Even if you've seen every Laurel & Hardy film made, realize that the Laurel & Hardy characters had a handful of other adventures which were not filmed. This book is a priceless way to access these great scripts.

If you haven't seen many Laurel & Hardy films, rent some. I can recommend almost every Laurel & Hardy film from before 1941. (Their post-1940 films were mediocre at best, mainly because Laurel had very little creative input to his films of that period.)

After you've seen enough Laurel & Hardy films to become a fan, read this book. You're sure to love it.

By the way, this is author/compiler John McCabe's _third_ book on the subject of Laurel and Hardy. His first book was a concise but excellent biography of Laurel and Hardy in the early 1960's, called "Mr. Laurel and Mr. Hardy." McCabe had met Laurel & Hard in person when he first started that project, and he wrote that meeting L&H in person, and finding them to be such nice people in real life, was "like finding out Santa Claus actually existed."

McCabe also co-authored a 1975 pictorial filmography called "Laurel and Hardy." ... Read more