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There's one last chance to save the world in the third book in the Maximum Ride series, SAVING THE WORLD AND OTHER EXTREME SPORTS.The time has arrived for Max and her winged "flock" to face their ultimate enemy and discover their original purpose: to defeat the takeover of "Re-evolution"--a sinister experiment to re-engineer a select population into a scientifically superior master race...and to terminate the rest. Max, Fang, Iggy, Nudge, Gasman, and Angel have always worked together to defeat the forces working against them--but can they save the world when they are torn apart, living in hiding and captivity, halfway across the globe from one another? ... Read more

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It's OK
This one is not as good as the first two, but overall, not a bad book.Easy read.

Another Maximum Ride
Another Maximum Ride release, "Saving the World...." brings Max and Fang to the brink of confessing their love for one another.While dealing with this issue, it was -- naturally -- important for Max and Fang to save the world.To destroy the evil-mad scientists who were preparing to reduce the world's population by one-half and to keep the flock together.

While the Maximum Ride series is designed for the preteen (maybe teen) reader, it is actually a lot of fun for anyone.An esteemed author with the mission of truly writing something that would engender excitement to a young person while still being easily readable ... Patterson holds to a creative style of writing with a positive message.

It might be a little too much "tree-huggish" even for a youngster.But, still, it's a slam-bang roller coaster adventure with Max and the gang of ... ummm .... bird-kids and talking dogs ... I think.

Has a good beat.Easy to dance to.I give it at least a 90.

Densel Myers
Yukon, Oklahoma

Absolute Junk, A Poor Excuse for Marketing Kiddie Junk
More than half the book is actual blank pages.There is no story to speak of, except "wouldn't it be cool if I could fly like Max?" Huge gaping inconsistencies in the tale, and it is repetitive to the point of nauseating. It shamelessly tries to drive you to web sites that can generate more money for this loser project.No redeeming qualities, I wasted a week of my life hoping for some salvation in the end.Boy was I fooled. I'm no snob when it comes to books, but it's an insult to 9 year olds to say this would be good for them.Shame on you Patterson, I will not read you again because of this insult to readers of all ages.

Maximum Ride has Minimum Plausibility
Adults will find the third in the Maximum Ride series, the immodestly titled, "Saving the World" disappointing.Although some reviewers have chosen to favorably compare James Patterson's DNA enhanced flying kids series to the Harry Potter series, this reviewer says: No Way No How.J.K. Rowling gave us a complex society of wizards and witches.Everything was carefully thought out, from the dragon feather in Harry's wand, to the temperamental goblins who ran the bank where Harry's long dead parents had stashed their fortune for him (money is just one of the things the kids always have access to that Patterson doesn't seem to have explained - unless it was in an earlier book in the series).In contrast, Patterson gives us genetically enhanced kids without going into much detail as to how this was done - unlike, say, Jurassic Park - unless, again, this was covered in an earlier book.It seems to be the work of, as the heroine Max is fond of saying, "Mad Scientists."Can you imagine Rowling dismissing Lord Voldemort's similar plans to take over the world as the work of "Mad Wizards?"No, she had more respect for her reader's intelligence than that.Voldemort's plans to assume power had a carefully crafted, meticulously macabre aspect to them, and his power was unasailable, except ultimately by Harry himself, and even then, almost by accidents stemming from Potter virtue than from magic.In contrast, Patterson actually expects us to believe that a team of Mad Scientists (there's that term again) could form a multinational corporation, apparently without scrutiny of any kind except by various high-level politicos who go along with the dream of genetically "re-evolved" humans uncritically, even though the Mad Director's dream include annihilation of half - or more - of humanity as well.They do all this in largely unprotected factories - they have to be largely unprotected or else how would the seven member "flock" be able to enter and escape from them, repeatedly, while foiling Itec's dasteredly plans?Patterson talks down to his tween readers.Rowling never does.Since this is not a review of Rowling's work, I'll just say she gave us worlds; Patterson gives us flying kids in our world, and as such they fall flat.Flat is a way to describe their personalities too; aside from Max - whose singular trait is a smart-alecky attitude, only Total, the talking Scotish Terrier, seems to have much personality.The other kids have abilities - or disabilities, in the case of blind Iggy, who is, inexplicably able to fight and fly without any apparent trouble, just like the others - but they don't have much character.Perhaps if I had read the first in the Maximum Ride series I would have had more sympathy for Max and the gang, whom we are led to believe have had a pretty rough childhood so far, but as it is, Max's relating to the reader in the first person her troubles, doesn't allow us to feel them for ourselves as Rowling did in the Potter series.One feels sorry for Harry long before we know he has powers, due to his living situation with the Dursleys, and when his powers become gradually apparent, we are glad because they promise a way out for *him,* not because he can use them to Save the World - though, ultimately, that is what he will do.Another contrast between these two authors is that Rowling, while focusing on the kids, still has a firm place in the world for adults - as teachers, beloved, or feared, parents etc. - while Patterson sees the adults as either evil and too dumb to realize their plans could never work - if for no other reason than that a world suddenly devoid of half its population would be so chatoic as to be not worth being Grand Empreror over, (or whatever title the Mad Director ultimately envisioned for herself) - or the adults are simply too dumb to realize the evil plans exist.Is this how tweens see adults?Really?
True, a certain set of tween readers, mostly boys, I think, will enjoy the action uncritically, and judging by the numbers, they are already buying this book in large numbers (Full discloser: my two volume novel, Neitherworld Neitherworld Book One Akiiwan (CreateSpace Version) Neitherworld Book Two Ishpiming is so NOT selling in these numbers), but I calls 'em as I sees 'em.Saving the World is a low altitude thrill ride.

truth about series!
Not many of you will know that Patterson published books 1 & 2 twice!When the initial series became a hit, he sold the movie rights, and then completely rewrote the series, changing crucial parts and in many readers opinions, not for the better!Patterson employs other writers on many books so let the buyer beware! ... Read more

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Pushing the limits.

Extreme sports vigorously test the limits of an individual's strength, agility, and courage. One's adversary in these sports is not another athlete but the forces of nature, particularly gravity.

Extreme Sports celebrates the wild world of high adrenaline sports with concise profiles of forty-one sports. The sports range from bungee jumping to whitewater rafting. Each sport is described with lively text and illustrated with dynamic action photography.

The sports featured in Extreme Sports are organized alphabetically in three major sections:

• Nine Air Sports: BASE jumping, ballooning, hang gliding, sky diving, sky surfing, etc.
• Seventeen Land Sports: Ice climbing, ice yachting, mountain boarding, skateboarding, street luge, etc.
• Fifteen Water Sports: Jetskiing, power boating, snorkeling, wakeboarding, windsurfing, etc.

Extreme Sports also features less known sports, such as freediving: a sport that requires participants to swim into the deepest reaches of the ocean carrying only the air they hold in their lungs. Freedivers have pushed the limits of unassisted breathing dives to go below 400 feet. The book includes an extensive list of books, magazines, associations and clubs that would-be extreme athletes can contact to obtain more information for each sport.

Although participating in extreme sports is clearly not for every sports enthusiast, Extreme Sports is.

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this is good for understanding overall extreme sports.
very helpful&informative to me. To understand the overall extreme sports,this is recommendable. good photos, early history and pioneer and good events for each sports,,,etc ... Read more

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Are you ready for the ultimate book on daredevil sports? Whether it's steep skiing or freestyle motorcross -- this book takes readers to the limit! The 48-page Level 3 books, designed for children who can read on their own, contain more complex sentence structure and more detail. Young readers will devour these kid-friendly titles, which cover high-interest topics such as sharks, and the Bermuda Triangle, as well as classics like Aladdin. Information boxes highlight historical references, trivia, pronunciation, and other facts about words and names mentioned. Averaging 2,400 to 2,800 words, these books offer a 50/50 picture-to-text ratio. The Dorling Kindersley Readers combine an enticing visual layout with high-interest, easy-to-read stories to captivate and delight young bookworms who are just getting started. Written by leading children's authors and compiled in consultation with literacy experts, these engaging books build reader confidence along with a lifelong appreciation for nonfiction, classic stories, and biographies. There is a DK Reader to interest every child at every level, from preschool to grade 4. ... Read more

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Stimulate reading excitement with nonfiction crafted for middle-level readability

• This best-selling series motivates with high-interest selections at middle-level readability
• Emphasis is on reading nonfiction
• Critical thinking questions prepare students for state and national tests

• Reading Level 4-6
• Interest Level 6-12 ... Read more

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Insider and outsider narratives on the essence of modern "extreme" sports. ... Read more

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A humorous black-and-white photographic gallery
Extreme(ly Dumb) Sports: The Duckboy Guide is a humorous black-and-white photographic gallery inspired by the "Duckboy" line of postcards and other products. Actual live models demonstrating silly activities such as "table tenis" (played with a tennis ball, a tennis court, and two actual tables) make Extreme(ly Dumb) Sports a chuckle-inducing feast for the funnybone. Lighthearted essays round out the delightful gallery, recommended as a giftbook for sports lovers who also love to laugh. ... Read more

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E is for Extreme indeed! From the gravity-defying rush of bungee jumping to the ultimate endurance challenge of the ultramarathon, young readers are given an armchair seat to the world of extreme sports. What makes the Iditarod sled dog race so grueling? What sports competition is only open to U.S. Army Rangers? And what famous mountaineer answered Because its there to the question of why he wanted to climb Mount Everest, only to disappear on the mountain a year later? ... Read more

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BASE 66 is the true, nerve-wracking account of three young skydivers and their quest for membership in the most select extreme sports club on earth: The BASE club. In order to become a full-fledged member, Jevto Dedijer, Bernard Poirier, and Scott Elder had to parachute from the top of a building, an antenna tower, a bridge and a cliff, and survive to tell the story--a feat only some 800 adrenaline addicted people have succeeded in doing.

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Fun story that will engage you
I don't often review books, but I'm compelled to review this one.This is a fun, exciting and interesting story.It is also a translation from the original Swedish by Ingrid Lang.Something is always lost in translation, but the quality of the writing in English stirs me to wonder at the nature of the translator's aims: was she aiming for linguistic accuracy or feel?If she was aiming for linguistic accuracy, well I can't comment because I don't know Swedish and haven't read the original.In terms of feel, I would honestly have to say that this isn't the most well-written book.That's why I gave it 4 stars instead of 5.It's a great story that's worth reading and includes some wonderful photos, but don't expect a high literary quality.

Thank you Jevto
Really Jevto. Thank you for sharing the amazing story of the beginning of this incredible sport.
Beeing myself skydiver, I had shivers reading it.
A lot of feelings of my first jumps and fears came back.
It's exactly what I try do describe to my Whuffo friends what this sport is about.
Friendship, Brotherhood, Passion, Thrill, Adrenaline, Concentration, Precision.
I cannot do more than recommend this book to everybody who wanna know more about the roots of BASE or Skydiving.
Thank you very much again.

Blue skies to all divers

P.

Must Read 4 All BASE Jumpers
Jevto did a great job of sharing his excitement and fear at exploring a new and extreme sport.
Many years later, after I had made my first BASE jump, I found his feelings similiar to my own
experiences --- although the countries and objects were different.

I also really enjoyed the inclusion of the impact of his participation in this sport on his family.
So much so that I loaned my copy to my mom so she might better understand why I want to
make more BASE jumps.

The book is well written, moves quickly, has some great vintage BASE photos and would make
a great addition to any jumper's library.

Take It Light,
~Tom

What a great book
After reading this book, I have a greater appreciation for the pioneers of BASE jumping and the courage, fear and mental challenges they faced by being the first. This book captures the determination, frustration and excitement they experienced while blazing a trail in a completely new and thrilling sport. This is a "must read" for anyone that is intersted in participating in the wonderful sport of BASE.

Excellent Book
I ordered this book because I had an interest in BASE. All I can say is: "Well Done Jevto." This book gives you an up close view on BASE jumping. I would recommend this book to anyone interested in BASE, or anyone looking for a (true story) adventure book. Again.. Good job!! ... Read more

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This full-color illustrated guide takes you through all aspects of video production, focusing on action sports. From planning and preparation to editing and postproduction, you'll get a solid understanding of the changing technology, camera techniques, and basic to more-advanced shooting principles that can be applied to almost every scenario you encounter. The countless examples of camera tricks and techniques used at major events apply to any kind of shoot.

Equally as important, you're encouraged to go beyond merely recording the scene and learn how to think like a professional cameraman.Predicting and anticipating is perhaps the greatest talent a cameraman can acquire. It means keeping both eyes open and see not only what is happening around your frame, but also what is about to happen in it. Master the techniques and tools of the trade so you can create compelling and creative work.

Includes tips on how to:
* Choose a format
* Develop your own style
* Plan for a successful project, including funding and distribution
* Capture the shot in any environment
* Shooting tips and techniques for skateboarding, snowboarding, wakeboarding, surfing, freestyle BMX, and more

* Written by a former pro athlete who has experience on both sides of the camera
* Loads of full-color illustrations to demonstrate techniques; includes valuable tips and techniques found nowhere else
* Valuable information on the business side: how to get distribution and what it takes to make it in the industry ... Read more

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Over the last decade "extreme" has become a popular adjective to describe and range of physical pursuits and activities such as bungee jumping, dirt biking, skysurfing and street luge. Yet, nowithstanding its widespread usage, "extreme" remains largely a term to differentiate individualistic, adventure-type sports from traditional team sports such as baseball and hockey. The "Berkshire Encyclopedia of Extreme Sports" offers an in-depth dissection of this new and emerging phenomenon, and its characteristics, philosophy, ideology, functions, history and future. ... Read more

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Impressively organized
Collaboratively compiled and deftly co-edited by Douglas Booth and Holly Thorpe (both of whom are faculty members with the Department of Sports and Leisure Studies at the University of Waikato, New Zealand), the "Berkshire Encyclopedia Of Extreme Sports" is impressively organized and includes 42 articles on contemporary extreme sports by knowledgeable contributors including scholars and athletes. There are also 19 essays dealing with the social, political, and media context of extreme sports, 35 biographies of leading extreme sports athletes, as well as 73 sidebars (many written by athletes recounting their own exploits). The "Berkshire Encyclopedia Of Extreme Sports" is enhanced with the inclusion of a comprehensive index, extensive cross-references, and a topical reader's guide. In addition to being an essential acquisition for both school and community library Sports & Athletics reference collections, the "Berkshire Encyclopedia Of Extreme Sports" is especially recommended for students and non-specialist readers of any age who have an interest in any or all of those sports and athletic activities which have come to be called 'extreme'. ... Read more

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Great for all athletes, not just runners
If you are a runner, adventure racer, ultrarunner, or interested in extreme events, Extreme Running is for you. I love this book. Extreme Running features sections on races on the seven continents. Twenty-four events are profiled in the chapters. Each event is shown with plenty of photos, race information, distance, time of year, field size, ascent and decent data, contact and Web information, and maps or an altitude profile. As you read the chapters, you get a feel for the event and its difficulty. The Marathon des Sables is featured in 16 pages, Badwater in 10, while others are covered in several pages. The photos are fantastic - making you feel in the race. While not inclusive of all extreme events on the seven continents, the book does a great job of showing you popular events and enough information to help you decide if you could do any one of them. This is a book that some might call a "coffee table" book - it is that beautiful. It appeals to me because I love the draw and challenge of these extreme events. As the author of Fixing Your Feet, I patch the feet of these athletes, and have been to several of them and can attest to the descriptions as accurate. ... Read more

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The ultimate extreme in reading! X-Sports explores the latest and most popular extreme sports with high-action photographs and step-by-step instructions on how to become an X-sport champion. ... Read more

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Extreme Golf is a captivating journey through the worlds most geographically extreme, climatically challenging, dangerous and uniquely designed courses.

From the sweltering courses of the desert to the freezing ice golf championships in Greenland, and from the erotically shaped bunkers in lush surroundings in France to the harsh surfaces in Kabul, golf is clearly no longer the elite sport it once was. Todays golfers (at least the ones not wearing plaid pants) are looking for the extreme-where the rough is patrolled by wild animals and the greens are sometimes white.

This lushly illustrated book features more than 200 breathtaking and often hilarious photographs capturing the true spirit of extreme golf, accompanied by light-hearted and engaging text. Including an appendix listing the unusual courses around the world (in case youd like to make a tee time), Extreme Golfs chapters include:

Location, Location, Location (out of the way places in the world)
Courses for Concern (difficult due to geographic oddities)
Golf by Design (in which the course designer influences the extreme setup)
In the Rough (really hard courses in really strange places)
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Extreme... Golf?!
I bought this as a bit of a gag gift both for my husband and another friend of ours, and I must admit, it's really a fascinating look at some of the bizarre and unusual golf courses around the globe - from a course designed around the shapes of naked women (seen from above) to a course played amidst giraffes and other safari-type wildlife, the pictures, descriptions, and history are entertaining and well done.

My Dad Loved It
Bought this for my dad for Christmas.He loved it.Read the whole book and has picked out a couple of courses he plans to visit.I would definately recommend this to anyone who loves golf.Even if you don't, the pictures are fantastic.

defective book
I should be reimbursed for shipping because the book was warped, pages wavy and I returned it.

Gift for Dad
I don't get the review below, if you hate golf, why would you write a review on a golf book? My dad loves to golf and I understand that he probably won't be able to go to all the golf courses in this book; however, I know he'll enjoy reading and seeing the pictures of some of these extreme courses. I'm definitely going to buy this book for him.

And you already thought golfers were nuts
You just have to face it, there are some golf courses you're never going to play. Alan Shepard's "course" on the moon probably isn't going to be open for regular play for several years. And the pictures of the Kabul Golf and Country Club, complete with the caddy carrying a Soviet RPK-74 machine gun and a map of the minefields may be for you, but I think I'll pass. But the floating green on the Coeur d'Alene Resort (Idaho, and a truly beautiful place) that they move around every night looks great. Furnace Creek (Death Valley, California) looks like it might be a good place to play in mid-winter. 200 degree plus ground temperature in the summer is a little warm for me. And of course the Lucifer's Anvil course (Black Rock Desert, Nevada) is between the two so why not stop there.

This book describes thirty of the more unusual golf courses you're likely to find. What a Christmas present for the golfer who has everything.... ... Read more