Ranches: Design Ideas for Renovating, Remodeling, and Building New

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The ranch can be found everywhere on both coasts and in America's heartland, too. The ranch is simple, functional, and unassuming. But it can look dated. What homeowners are rediscovering about ranches is just how affordable and flexible they can be. This book provides a fresh set of eyes with which to look at the ranches we live in — and the ones we're thinking of buying (or building). It's rich with ideas and inspiration, featuring over 250 color photos and drawings, and more than 20 examples of updated homes and ranches built from scratch.

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Best for those who would rather live elsewhere.......2007-05-28

The title implied that this book would be ideal for me; I like ranches, I feel that they are undervalued, and I see many that are ripe for renovation after years of benign neglect. They're often small by today's standards, too, and I'd like to know how other people have expanded or changed their ranches while maintaining the buildings' architectural identity. For all these reasons, I didn't like this book much. The author disparages the architectural style that some of us appreciate--she is downright insulting about the exteriors--and seems to feel that the reader/owner's main goal will be to ignore the exterior of their house or transform it into something very different such as a developer-style colonial. Little advice is given about maintaining or updating the wonderful horizontal form of the ranch, choosing trim, siding, roofing, hardware, doors, windows, etc., or maintaining and enhancing the architecture-nature connection that makes ranches interesting through appropriate landscaping, decks, gardens, and other outdoor features. If you find it at your library or a charity book sale, it's worth a look, but it didn't contain what I thought it would.

The Not So Modernist House.......2007-03-19

Before buying, I was offended by the spate of terse, one-star reviews of this book (which may or may not have been written by the same person) and took the advice of others who seemed to love it. I was so wrong. This book is for people who find themselves stuck with a ranch house ("Very few people love the exteriors of ranch houses") when they might have preferred a bungalow or a cottage. The photos are well-shot, the design ideas apparently fill a need, but this book is by no means Atomic Ranch.

This book shows why to save the Ranches .......2006-11-10

I sent this book to my brother who is restoring a 40-year-old Ranch house. He's really found it inspirational and I've enjoyed looking through it too. Here in the Atlanta area, the old Ranch houses are in danger. McMansions and their greedy, tasteless developers would have them eliminated. Yes, most of the Ranch survivors are unremarkable upon first glance but the ideas behind them--well explained in this book--are wonderful and they are certainly built of better materials and with more care than the slapped-together structures of today. Of course a weakness of the Ranch house is that like the McMansion of today it was mostly built by developers out for a dime. The pages here show the potential of the Ranch. There are some lovely rennovations, beautifully photographed. There's a good history lesson on the Ranch and its architectural and cultural sources too. I heartilly recommend this book for Ranch owners and architectural historians.

Shows Ideas of What Can be Done.......2006-06-01

The common ranch house was developed shortly after World War II. The design fit the needs and desires of the returning servicemen and the workers leaving the wartime industries for traditional employment.

The ranch style house had several new design concepts. Typically they were built somewhat remote from the downtown area, this was the era of the automobile. They were very well made, and designed to be easy to expand (thanks to the coming Baby Boom). The building lots of the time tended to be quite large, with plenty of room in the back yard.

Many of these homes, built in the 1950's or early sixties are available at quite good prices. In addition, with a house over fifty years old, many states and localities give preferential treatment in taxes, loan guarantees or other advantages to remodelling, renovating or updating an existing structure.

This book looks at a series of ranch style homes that have been updated to meet the needs of their current owner. This is a beautifully illustrated idea book. It is filled with ideas that ranch remodellers have used to update their homes. And while some of these ideas are expensive, so is moving into a new larger home.

Ranch Lover Delight.......2006-01-25

Most of older surban neighborhoods are filled with older ranch houses. This books will give you an outline (Handbook) of the problems you will encounter fixing your older ranch house. You do not buy this book if you do not have a ranch house.

Again, when renovating these type of homes (Ranch), it is a good idea to be informed and knowledgeable. Unless, you have endless amount of money to hire the best contractor, and blindly not compare prices with the construction project.

This book is more than a coffee table book. People that give this book one star are missing the "point," and should just buy an Architectural Magazine.

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Hilarious.......2007-07-01

Side-splittingly funny. You have to see it to believe it. That's all I can say.

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Luminous Animals and Other Drawings.

Manufacturer: Penguin Books
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Binding: Paperback
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Luminous Animals and Other Drawings
B. Kliban
Manufacturer: Penguin
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Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000MBGHZE

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Luminous animals and other drawings
B Kliban
Manufacturer: Penguin (Non-Classics)
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ASIN: B000OJ190M

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If you want to understand the key debates in photography and learn how to apply the fascinating issues raised by critical theory to your own practical work, this is the book for you! This accessible book cuts through often difficult and intimidating academic language to deliver understandable, stimulating discussion and summaries of the original texts.

Key works by great writers such as Sontag and Barthes are explored, along with those from other prominent critics. You are guided through a broad range of issues, including the differences between Eastern and Western art, post-modernism, sexism, the relationship between photography and language and many other crucial debates. The book is illustrated by many classic images by eminent international photographers.

Each chapter is followed by stimulating assignments and activities to get you thinking critically and apply theoretical knowledge to your own practical work. A helpful glossary provides quick access to all key terms and a substantial index references key words within the original essays which are not normally indexed.

A must-have aid to anyone studying critical theory, this book provides intelligently written, illuminating insights on the 21st century's dominant art form.

* Benefit from detailed summaries and stimulating discussion that cuts through the complexity of key critical theory texts
* Gives you confidence to tackle photographic theory and relate it to your own work, enhancing your creativity and understanding
* Explore fascinating issues including sexism, the effects of advertising, Eastern versus Western art and moral issues raised by photography

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recommended to all those interested in photographic theory.........2005-10-15

Had this book been available during my degree in photography, I would have found it invaluable as an introduction not only to key texts to read alongside the originals, but also as an introduction to a wider range of approaches and writers of photographic criticism. After my degree even, it has been an enlightening book to read.
Ashley la Grange makes photographic theory accessible to those intimidated or unfamiliar with the sometimes overly complicated language used, and guides the reader through points that can be difficult to grasp without losing complexities of the original work.
Having worked with A-level students of photography since my graduation, I have found this an ideal book to not only introduce pupils to main ideas and terminology used in theory, but also to encourage personal responses through thought provoking questions included at the end of each chapter.
This book is different to other introductory books on photographic criticism in that its aims are not only to offer an overview of main debates and texts, but to help the reader gain a greater understanding of what they contain.

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Basic Critical Theory for Photographers
Ashley la Grange
Manufacturer: Focal Press
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000OQ83M2

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The mysterious operative named Sylvia from the Anti-Martian Earth Self-Defense Force has the key to stop the out-of-control atmospheric conversion system. But first she must avenge her comrades and asks Liza and the gang to join her on a hell-bent mission to destroy "Argo" - the battle robot from Mars.

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An inspiring read.......2006-10-10

A compelling account of a handful of events (at middle-age and beyond) coming into the life of an English professor, husband, son, father of four, mentor to hundreds of students and friend of hundreds more. Lessons learned: the power of faith and prayer, patience, the never-ending need for new friendships, the devotional wisdom of Christian meditation, and the blessings that come with putting down roots deeply into the soil of one family, one church and one university over the course of one life.

The Broad Street Bullies: The Incredible Story of the Philadelphia Flyers
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The Broad Street Bullies: The Incredible Story of the Philadelphia Flyers
Jack Chevalier
Manufacturer: Macmillan Publishing Company
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Broad Street Bullies: The Incredible Story of the Philadelphia Flyers
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Broad Street Bullies: The Incredible Story of the Philadelphia Flyers
Jack Chevalier
Manufacturer: RUTLEDGE BOOK
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Binding: Hardcover
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4 Books: 1) - Beating the Adoption Odds / 2) - The Adoption Resource Book, Third 3rd Ed. / 3) - The Complete Adoption Book, Second/2nd Edition / 4) - Family Bonds: Adoption and the Politics of Parenting (Unboxed Set of Adopting Parents Books by Various Authors)
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4 Books: 1) - Beating the Adoption Odds / 2) - The Adoption Resource Book, Third 3rd Ed. / 3) - The Complete Adoption Book, Second/2nd Edition / 4) - Family Bonds: Adoption and the Politics of Parenting (Unboxed Set of Adopting Parents Books by Various Authors)
Cynthia D. Martin Ph. D. , Dru Martin Groves , Lois Gilman , Elizabeth Bartholet , Laura Beauvais-Godwin , Raymond Godwin , and Laura Godwin
Manufacturer: various
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4 Books: 1) - Beating the Adoption Odds / 2) - The Adoption Resource Book, 3rd Ed. / 3) - The Complete Adoption Book, Second/2nd Edition / 4) - Family Bonds: Adoption and the Politics of Parenting, (Unboxed Set of Books), in either Hard or Softcover, (See Seller Condition Comments), Shipped in one package to save on shipping costs.

Family Bonds: Adoption and the Politics of Parenting

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Compassionate ideas
Family Bonds

Family Bonds: Adoption and the Politics of Parenting
Elizabeth Bartholet
Manufacturer: Houghton Mifflin (T)
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0395510856

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In the only book to make sense of the worlds of adoption and fertility treatment, Bartholet combines moving personal narrative with compelling policy analysis. Family Bonds is newly available at a time when more children than ever are waiting to be adopted and infertility treatment is not only a growing business but also an increasingly expensive and sophisticated technology. "A jewel. . . . Recommended to anyone contemplating or involved with adoption and to any citizen concerned about the welfare of children in our society." -Carolyn Moore Newberger, The Boston Globe "It would take a book-a very smart and sane book-to deal with these matters and come to the aid of the parties to adoption, and, on the bright side of coincidence, someone is about to publish it [Family Bonds]. -The New Yorker "Anyone seeking to become a parent should both heed and take heart from Elizabeth Bartholet. Family Bonds is at once powerful testimony to the robust ties adoptive families form and an urgent plea for the rights and needs of children everywhere." -Diane Cole, Newsday "Essential reading for policymakers, lawyers, and child welfare workers." -Joan Hollinger, editor, Adoption Law and Practice

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Compassionate ideas.......2003-06-19

I found Elizabeth Bartholet's view of parenting to be thoughtful, intelligent and compassionate. As the birth mother of one, this book made me want to consider adoption as a compassionate way to expand my family -- even without fertility problems as the motivation.

Family Bonds.......2002-12-22

If you're an adoptee or birthmother, don't waste your money on this narrow-minded view of adoption. Bartholet has little to say about birthmothers! When she does mention birthmothers, she seems to view them as inconsequential baby machines. No empathy in this book!

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In the centuries following the first expeditions down the great rivers of northern Russia by Viking traders and adventurers, the foundations for a new state were laid. Many influences combined in this colourful culture which grew up first around the great cities of Kiev and Novgorod – Scandinavian, Finnish, Slav, steppe Turkish, Byzantine. By the time of the Mongol invasions of the 12th century the small enclaves of the old pagan Rus’, tolerated by the Khazar Khans for their commercial usefulness, had evolved into a Christian nation. Its story is told here in fascinating detail, and illustrated with striking colour reconstructions of the warriors themselves.

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Early Russian Warriors.......2007-04-02

Your typical men-at-arms title, concise and well-researched text supported by numerous illustrations, including Angus McBride's standard quality plates.

BEWARE!.......2004-03-21

This is an example of why Osprey books need to treated with great caution. The book purports to be a source for Medieval Russian military history, yet it is full of errors, overgeneralizations, and poor analysis. This is NOT a fair assesment of the Russian realms or their armed forces in the period in question. I understand that there is only so much that can be done in this type of short format, but this is awful. I felt like I was reading college-freshman book report with a bunch of (granted, nice) images attached.

A great Medieval Russian book.......2001-11-28

I loved this book it is one of the best Men-at-Arms series books
they jam a lot of info in to it.I wish their books were longer thought.I guess theirs not much books about Medieval Russia.

Good cross-section of early Russia.......2000-06-14

This book included quite a few of the tribes that coexisted with Keivan Rus as well. I though the artwork is better than the average in the MAA series, with each plate incorporating its portraits into the whole scene. My only regret is that it is light on Alexander Nevsky and the Mongol invasions - just when Russian history starts to get interesting.

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This digital document is an article from Journal of Australian Studies, published by University of Queensland Press on March 1, 1999. The length of the article is 838 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: Green Bans, Red Union: Environmental Activism and the New South Wales Builders Labourers' Federation.(Review) (book reviews)
Author: Frank Bongiorno
Publication: Journal of Australian Studies (Refereed)
Date: March 1, 1999
Publisher: University of Queensland Press
Page: 183

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Green Bans, Red Union: Environmental activism and the New South Wales Builders Labourers' Federation.(Review) (book reviews): An article from: Arena Magazine

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Green Bans, Red Union: Environmental activism and the New South Wales Builders Labourers' Federation.(Review) (book reviews): An article from: Arena Magazine
Kurt Iveson
Manufacturer: Arena Printing and Publications Pty. Ltd.
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This digital document is an article from Arena Magazine, published by Arena Printing and Publications Pty. Ltd. on October 1, 1999. The length of the article is 1657 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: Green Bans, Red Union: Environmental activism and the New South Wales Builders Labourers' Federation.(Review) (book reviews)
Author: Kurt Iveson
Publication: Arena Magazine (Refereed)
Date: October 1, 1999
Publisher: Arena Printing and Publications Pty. Ltd.
Page: 49

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Green Bans, Red Union. Environmental Activism and the New South Wales Builders Labourers' Federation

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Green Bans, Red Union. Environmental Activism and the New South Wales Builders Labourers' Federation
Meredith & Verity Burgmann
Manufacturer: University of New South Wales Press
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ASIN: B000OECESS

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Only in the early 19th century did scientists recognize that energy is a distinct physical quantity. Since then, however, it has played a pivotal role in the advancement and the understanding of science and in technology. From the steam engine to the equation e=mc2 and beyond, the concept of energy offers an essential key to our understanding of the Universe. In this entertaining and highly readable book, Professor Laidler explains the concept of energy and its characteristics as they were discovered over the past two centuries. He describes how energy transformations, as interpreted by the second law of thermodynamics, are not absolute but can only be understood in terms of chance and probability. After looking at energy on a small scale and then at the scale of the Universe itself, he shows how these topics are linked with chaos theory according to which the unexpected is inevitable. Written for the general reader with an interest in science, the development and interrelationship of the concepts of energy, chance and chaos are set in their historical context, and illuminated by accounts of the key scientists involved and of some of their investigations.

Company fleets feel gassed: unexpected price spike leaves California businesses struggling.(Refinery and pipeline problems): An article from: San Diego Business Journal

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Company fleets feel gassed: unexpected price spike leaves California businesses struggling.(Refinery and pipeline problems): An article from: San Diego Business Journal
Brad Graves
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This digital document is an article from San Diego Business Journal, published by CBJ, L.P. on August 25, 2003. The length of the article is 848 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: Company fleets feel gassed: unexpected price spike leaves California businesses struggling.(Refinery and pipeline problems)
Author: Brad Graves
Publication: San Diego Business Journal (Magazine/Journal)
Date: August 25, 2003
Publisher: CBJ, L.P.
Volume: 24 Issue: 34 Page: 1(2)

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End mill survives cutting copper-beryllium for 100 hours; sometimes it's the unexpected things in life that pay off big. Like getting a free 1/2" end mill ... An article from: Modern Applications News

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End mill survives cutting copper-beryllium for 100 hours; sometimes it's the unexpected things in life that pay off big. Like getting a free 1/2" end mill ... An article from: Modern Applications News

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This digital document is an article from Modern Applications News, published by Nelson Publishing on March 1, 2004. The length of the article is 1621 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: End mill survives cutting copper-beryllium for 100 hours; sometimes it's the unexpected things in life that pay off big. Like getting a free 1/2" end mill to try, and then finding out that it can be pushed to extreme limits with minor wear.(Cutting Tools)
Publication: Modern Applications News (Magazine/Journal)
Date: March 1, 2004
Publisher: Nelson Publishing
Volume: 38 Issue: 3 Page: 20(3)

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Unexpected results: diesels help reduce the effects of global warming.(Fuels & Lubes): An article from: Fleet Equipment

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Unexpected results: diesels help reduce the effects of global warming.(Fuels & Lubes): An article from: Fleet Equipment
John Martin
Manufacturer: Thomson Gale
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Binding: Digital
ASIN: B000N6RUZ4
Release Date: 2007-02-03

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This digital document is an article from Fleet Equipment, published by Thomson Gale on January 1, 2007. The length of the article is 676 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: Unexpected results: diesels help reduce the effects of global warming.(Fuels & Lubes)
Author: John Martin
Publication: Fleet Equipment (Magazine/Journal)
Date: January 1, 2007
Publisher: Thomson Gale
Volume: 33 Issue: 1 Page: 10(1)

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Workers don't show unexpected cancer.(Nuclear): An article from: Energy

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Workers don't show unexpected cancer.(Nuclear): An article from: Energy

Manufacturer: Business Communications Company, Inc.
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Binding: Digital
ASIN: B0009GYCD6
Release Date: 2006-07-14

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This digital document is an article from Energy, published by Business Communications Company, Inc. on January 1, 2005. The length of the article is 500 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: Workers don't show unexpected cancer.(Nuclear)
Publication: Energy (Magazine/Journal)
Date: January 1, 2005
Publisher: Business Communications Company, Inc.
Volume: 30 Issue: 1 Page: 24(2)

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Energy and the Unexpected
Keith J. Laidler
Manufacturer: Oxford University Press, USA
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