Performance Art: From Futurism to the Present (World of Art)

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RoseLee Goldberg's study, first published in 1979, has been brought completely up to date in a new volume that provides a critical analysis of the technological, political, and aesthetic shifts that marked the end of the twentieth century and are propelling us into the twenty-first. Her lucid text and original documentation trace developments in performance history that reflect the collapse of the art market of the late eighties, the impact of multiculturalism on intellectual history, the sociological revisions of the gender wars, the remapping of Eastern Europe after the fall of communism, and the global reach of the Internet. From Korea to Japan, Israel, Turkey, and South Africa, this new history takes into account the rituals and politics of nations, showing at the same time the connections between them that have been brought about by widespread use of technology. Russian and Croatian performance art, photographers and video artists who use performance as the basis for their work, and the ongoing use of performance as a tool for social unrest are examined. The work of some of today's most highly visible artists, including Mariko Mori, Shirin Neshat, Paul McCarthy, Cindy Sherman, Jon Bock, Karen Finley, Isaac Julian, Matthew Barney, and Steve McQueen, can now be appreciated in the historical context of innovators such as Laurie Anderson, Robert Wilson, Marina Abramovic, Gilbert and George, Piero Manzoni, John Cage, and artists from the first half of the century—Italian and Russian Futurists, the Dadaists, and the work of the Bauhaus Performance Workshop. 190 b/w illustrations.

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Pretty old book.......2004-07-31

OK, the book was first printed in 1979 and nothing new has been added since then. I would recommend "Outside the Frame" by Robin Brentano instead or Richard Martel's "Out of Action".
Besiedes, the idea that Leondardo da Vinci made performance art is crap...

A must-read!.......1998-03-21

Goldberg's is an excellent, well-researched, and interesting text that documents the history of a most misunderstood medium: performance art. Proceeding in a sure-footed way from the early, combative, theatrical efforts of the Italian Futurists, then to Dadaism, then on to the dances of Oskar Schlemmer, to the 1960s "happenings", up until the end of the 1980s...Goldberg covers it all. She gives essential and pertinent cultural information that facilitates the reader's understanding of the "how" and the "why" of performance art. This book is a must-have for art and cultural historians, as well as anyone who wants to broaden their knowledge of the key figures and events relating to art of the modern and postmodern eras.

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I have this book and it is a good read.......2004-04-26

The Wenzels' go all over the SEC and provide a fun look at the conference. I recommend it and the "Tailgater's Guide To SEC Football" for any serious SEC fans wanting to know more about the nation's toughest football conference.

The Fanatic's Guide to Sports (Fanatic's Guides Ser)

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The Fanatic's Guide to Sports (Fanatic's Guides Ser)
Roland Fiddy
Manufacturer: Helen Exley Giftbooks
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 185015502X

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This hilarious book has vigorous dashes of humor with time-outs for insightful observations of Finnishness. This book of quips and queries about all matters Finnish is more of a continuation of rather than a sequel to Hillila's earlier FinnFun, and it is indeed more. Some quotes: "... we say Finns are extremists, but we also claim Finns have a lot of common sense." "To give our children wings, we first let them see their roots." Each section is punctuated by a previously published poem or poems. This book makes a cherished addition to personal collections as well as a thoughtful gift.

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John "Bucky" Pizzarelli is one of the best known 7-string players alive. For more than half a century, "Bucky," as he is affectionately known, has been a part of the fraternity of musicians who have kept mainstream and traditional jazz alive. Bucky is well known for his work in groups as well as his solo outings. This significant collection offers a look at Bucky's famous brand of chordal guitar solos and chord melodies. Its 31 tunes include "Darn That Dream," "Sweet Lorraine," "One Morning In May," and other great standards, some arranged for 6-string guitar but most for 7-string. A "must have" for any jazz library. Standard notation and tablature.

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Just Thinking Out Loud
Arturo Hernandez
Manufacturer: PublishAmerica
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: 1592862748

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According to renowned author Zacharia Setchin, 450,000 years ago space travelers visited Earth. Did they also visit Mars? Were some of these space travelers left behind on Mars? WAS THE FACE ON MARS AN S.O.S.? I wonder. According to the Holy Bible, Adam and Eve were expelled from the Garden of Eden for disobeying God when they ate fruit from the Tree of Knowledge. Was there another reason why these ancestors of ours were expelled from the Garden of Eden? I wonder. If there had been a Medical, Psychological, and Educational Evaluation Center in our educational system to screen students with psychological problems, would the high school tragedies of recent years been prevented? I wonder. Can insurance alone minimize the effects of disasters? Is there another way? Prevention, perhaps? I wonder. Just Thinking Out Loud!

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Let's Talk!: America's Favorite Talk Show Hosts (Pioneer Celebrity Prestige)
James Robert Parish
Manufacturer: Movie Publisher Services
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: 1556983646

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Oprah Winfrey: TV Talk Show Host (People of Distinction)
Margaret Beaton
Manufacturer: Childrens Pr
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: School & Library Binding

General | Biographies & Memoirs | Subjects | Books
Winfrey, Oprah | ( W ) | People, A-Z | Biographies & Memoirs | Subjects | Books
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ASIN: 0516032704

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the best interviews i've ever heard

Rob Simone Talk Show 10 audio CD Interview Archive Broadcast Box Set VOLUME 1 with: Jim Marrs, David Icke, Michael Cremo, William Henry and Major Ed Dames (5 full length, un-interrupted, information packed interviews hosted by top Radio and TV Host / Researcher - Rob Simone, Volume 1)
Rob Simone
Manufacturer: Rob Simone
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Audio CD
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Rob Simone Talk Show 10 Cd Radio Interview Broadcast Box Set with: Zecharia Sitchin, Nick Redfern, Dr. David Morehouse, Al Bielek and Larry Hunter (5 full length, un-interrupted, information packed interviews hosted by top Radio and TV host / Researcher - Rob Simone, Volume 2)

Tales from the Time Loop: The Most Comprehensive Expos of the Global Conspiracy Ever Written and All You Need to Know to Be Truly Free

David Icke - Secrets of the Matrix (Parts 1 -3)

Alice in Wonderland and the World Trade Center Disaster

Rule by Secrecy: The Hidden History That Connects the Trilateral Commission, the Freemasons, and the Great Pyramids

ASIN: B000EY1NF8

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Brand New Digitally Mastered 10 audio CD's of the most requested interviews from The Rob Simone Talk Show: ....JIM MARRS - New York Times Best Selling Author of "Rule By Secrecy" -- The global Secret Society Network from ancient times, the Nights Templar, the Nazi's to now and beyond. A rare look inside the power cults and their bizarre rituals. DAVID ICKE - Highlights of his books "The Biggest Secret" and Children Of The Matrix" -- The Illuminati, mind control and the shadowy forces that rule the world and how our reality is being manipulated by media, society, religion and perception. David is one of the world's most provocative and prolific writers and lecturers. WILLIAM HENRY - Author of "Cloak of the Illuminati" -- Stargates, Saddam Hussein, secrets of Sumeria, the Biblical prophecies of the Gulf War, the ark of the covenant, and the 2012 connection. MICHAEL CREMO - Author "Forbidden Archeology" -- Lost civilizations, out of place artifacts, the "human time line cover-up" and the extreme antiquity of man. MAJOR ED DAMES -- The most controversial remote viewer talks with Rob about the science of remote viewing, its history, UFO's, Rods, secret military operations, Psy-ops and much more. Each interview is on 2 audio CDs. packaging may vary .....Box Set Volume 2 is also available on Amazon, 5 more of the very best interviews with.... Zecharia Sitchin, Nick Redfern, Dr. David Morehouse, Al Bielek and Larry Hunter.

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the best interviews i've ever heard.......2006-03-10

The david Icke and the Jim Marrs were fantastic, the history
of the elite and secret organizations shaping our world, ..wow.
Ed Dames I've heard on other radio shows, but these CD's are without commercials and go much deeper than any mainstream interview. It's great to hear the authors in there own words,
and Rob asks all the right questions.

Rob Simone Talk Show 10 Cd Radio Interview Broadcast Box Set with: Zecharia Sitchin, Nick Redfern, Dr. David Morehouse, Al Bielek and Larry Hunter (5 full length, un-interrupted, information packed interviews hosted by top Radio and TV host / Researcher - Rob Simone, Volume 2)

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amazing interviews !

Rob Simone Talk Show 10 Cd Radio Interview Broadcast Box Set with: Zecharia Sitchin, Nick Redfern, Dr. David Morehouse, Al Bielek and Larry Hunter (5 full length, un-interrupted, information packed interviews hosted by top Radio and TV host / Researcher - Rob Simone, Volume 2)

Manufacturer: Rob Simone
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Audio CD
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ASIN: B000FPUKGE

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Brand New Digitally Mastered 10 audio CD's of the most requested interviews from The Rob Simone Talk Show: -ZECHERIA SITCHIN - International best-selling author of "The 12th Planet", "Lost Book of Enki". Rob and Zecharia recall common experiences in Turkey and "discovering" the same artifact which could depict an ancient Annunaki astronaut and craft dated to 2500 B.C! This amazing one on one interview was recorded at Mr. Sitchin's house(picture included) --NICK REDFERN (UK)- Author of "Strange Secrets" and "A Covert Agenda" -- Nick has uncovered startling de-classified documents which proves the governments of the U.S and U.K.'s involvement in UFO's, abductions, crop circles, strange animal deaths and Noah's Ark ! --DR. DAVID MOREHOUSE - Author of "Psychic Warrior" -- David was trained by the military to be one of the earliest remote-viewers in operation "Sun streak". For the first time he talks in great detail about his involvement in clandestine covert military operations, government cover-ups, the Gulf War syndrome, the CIA's drug trade and the concepts of remote viewing and its capabilities and limitations. --AL BIELEK - "The Philadelphia Experiment" -- Al was on the U.S.S Eldridge on the 28th of October in 1943 when the bizarre time travel gateway was opened using Tesla technology sending Al on an incredible adventure through time revealing the secret government programs on invisibility, Lunar and Martian bases and the Montauk Project. --LARRY HUNTER -- Larry has penetrated the secrets of the pyramids like no one else. Rob and Larry discuss the real age, secret chambers and the underground passageways of the Giza Plateau and the discovery of the tomb Osiris! Also a shocking expose' Dr. Zahi Hawass and the Egyptian black market. Each interview is on 2 Audio CD's. packaging may vary ....Volume 1 is also available on Amazon, 5 more interviews with David Icke, Jim Marrs, William Henry, Major Ed Dames and Michael Cremo.

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amazing interviews !.......2006-05-22

This is the 2nd Box Set by Rob Simone and it is as good as the first, mind blowing information presented masterfully by Rob.

I was interested in reading Dr. David Morehouse's book "Psychic
Warrior" and Nick Redfern's book "Strange Government Secrets"
and Sitchin's books but listening to them is much easier and more enjoyable.
The Zecharia Sitchin show is especially interesting because it is the first time Zecharia Talks about his travels and experiences with someone who has done the same things in a very relaxed way.(the interview was recorded at his home)

The Al Bielek "Philadelphia time travel experiment" show is
mind-blowing. Al talks about Einstein's and Tesla's involvement
in secret projects, the "Montauk Project", the "real" physics and much more...very interesting.
Since these show aired in England, without commercials, you get a candid and conversational discussion of the highest order.
The Box Set is a great source of information.

TV Talk Show Hosts (Who Are These People Anyway)

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TV Talk Show Hosts (Who Are These People Anyway)

Manufacturer: CheckerBee Publishing
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

General | Television | Entertainment | Subjects | Books

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ASIN: 158598079X

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Hear all the talk about today's hottest TV talk show hosts!

The Who Are These People Anyway?(TM) series brings the whole world of celebrities and other interesting people right into your living room.

Have you ever wondered why the unmarried Queen Latifah wears a ring? Or how Sally Jesse Raphael got her start? Maybe you'd like to know where Conan O'Brien went to college, or if Maury Povich has children? If so, this book is where you'll find profiles of all those hosts and many more!

You'll also get a detailed history of talk shows in America from the black-and-white days of Dave Garroway up to the modern times of Craig Kilborn. Look into the past and relive the talk shows' most memorable moments. Did you wonder if your favorite television personality ever had a show of their own? Reminisce with a history of all the lesser-known shows that never made it.

Full-color and loaded with great pictures!

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National TV talk show host, Tavis Smiley, is a star on the rise. : An article from: The Black Collegian
Devona Delliole
Manufacturer: iMinorities, Inc.
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Digital
ASIN: B00098WHNQ
Release Date: 2005-07-28

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This digital document is an article from The Black Collegian, published by iMinorities, Inc. on February 1, 1999. The length of the article is 1004 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

From the supplier: African American TV talk show host Tavis Smiley did not hesitate to voice out his opinion that most of those included in Time Magazine's Dec 1994 list of the most promising leaders under the age of 40 were from the Right. Smiley, who was also included in the list, was cited by Time Magazine not only for his courage in taking on the White Establishment but also for admonishing other African Americans. Smiley believes that it is important that he should not neglect his duty. His opinions are heard by Americans through The Tom Joyner Morning Show on radio and as host of the BET Tonight TV show.

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Title: National TV talk show host, Tavis Smiley, is a star on the rise.
Author: Devona Delliole
Publication: The Black Collegian (Magazine/Journal)
Date: February 1, 1999
Publisher: iMinorities, Inc.
Volume: 29 Issue: 2 Page: 34(2)

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News blasters: TV's late-night comedians find the quickest way to your brain is through your funny bone. (arts).(Brief Article): An article from: New York Times Upfront

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News blasters: TV's late-night comedians find the quickest way to your brain is through your funny bone. (arts).(Brief Article): An article from: New York Times Upfront
Chris Tauber
Manufacturer: Scholastic, Inc.
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Digital
ASIN: B0008IF6LM
Release Date: 2005-07-28

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This digital document is an article from New York Times Upfront, published by Scholastic, Inc. on September 3, 2001. The length of the article is 1055 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: News blasters: TV's late-night comedians find the quickest way to your brain is through your funny bone. (arts).(Brief Article)
Author: Chris Tauber
Publication: New York Times Upfront (Magazine/Journal)
Date: September 3, 2001
Publisher: Scholastic, Inc.
Volume: 134 Issue: 1 Page: 26(2)

Article Type: Brief Article

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Un fenómeno llamado "Cristina".(Cristina Saralegui, presentadora de televisión)(TT: A phenomenon named Cristina.)(TA: Cristina Saralegui, TV talk show host)(Entrevista): An article from: Semana

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Un fenómeno llamado "Cristina".(Cristina Saralegui, presentadora de televisión)(TT: A phenomenon named Cristina.)(TA: Cristina Saralegui, TV talk show host)(Entrevista): An article from: Semana
Olivia P. Tallet
Manufacturer: Spanish Publications, Inc.
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Digital
ASIN: B00098RTYI
Release Date: 2005-07-28

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This digital document is an article from Semana, published by Spanish Publications, Inc. on April 29, 1999. The length of the article is 1796 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: Un fenómeno llamado "Cristina".(Cristina Saralegui, presentadora de televisión)(TT: A phenomenon named Cristina.)(TA: Cristina Saralegui, TV talk show host)(Entrevista)
Author: Olivia P. Tallet
Publication: Semana (Magazine/Journal)
Date: April 29, 1999
Publisher: Spanish Publications, Inc.
Volume: 6 Issue: 322 Page: 18

Article Type: Entrevista

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This practical guide shows how both men and women can participate actively and with heightened awareness in the supreme mystery of conception. The authors explore the importance of rituals and other methods of conscious conception in various spiritual traditions. They also present clear and succinct advice on the process of preparing for parenthood.

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A great guide.......2007-03-25

This is an incredible guide for couples who wish to use creative techniques in the process of conception that goes beyond the physical aspect and into the spiritual. While the focus is on attracting the soul of your child, this book maintains a neutrality that allows you to truly be creative and fit with your own beliefs.

I bought this after buying "Conscious Conception: Elemental Journey Through the Labyrinth of Sexuality" by Jeannine Parvati Baker. While "Conscious Conception" is a hopelessly new age and fluffy book, "The Conception Mandala" is practical and well-written. I highly recommend it for anyone who believes that the process of conception is a spiritual process - regardless of religion or the lack thereof. I also recommend this for couples recovering from a previous pregnancy loss.

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Filled with fine-scale drawings of German AFVs covering the time period of the Blitzkrieg across Europe through the greatest tank battle in history, Kursk. Multiple angles provide a level of detail for the enthusiast and modeler. * 8-wheeled Armored Car * Sd. Kfz. Panzer I Tank * Sd. Kfz. Panzer II Tank * Sd. Kfz. Panzer 35 T Tank * Sd. Kfz. Panzer III * Sd. Kfz. 250 Armored Halftrack * And dozens more . . . Based on meticulous research of actual vehicles, official photographs, factory specifications, and, in some cases, the original design plans, each drawing is rendered with great precision--and in exact scale--offering military enthusiasts and modelers an essential reference on these steel chariots of war.

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What I expected..........2007-06-13

And I was expecting a lot. George Bradford is one of the best technical artists that I know of, and he didn't disappoint me in the least. I have really been looking for some good reference drawings of WWII vehicles. Most books have only a handful, and don't always include 4 views. This series of books really delivers on excellent accurate drawings. There are very few comments or photographs in it, just high quality line drawing goodness.

These are really indispensable for the serious WWII modeler. Whether you build plastic kits or create them digitally, these reference drawings are a Godsend. I use line drawings like these to create vehicles with a 3D modeling program for an online game.

There were a few models I would have liked to see that weren't included, but overall there are plenty of useful drawings for me in this book. I guess that not everybody will be 100 percent happy with the selections the author made, but who could really complain for the price?

I checked out a free example of a Pz IVE on the authors website, and I was getting ready to order some of these drawings online from him, but this series of books will save me a lot of money. Though I am planning on buying some of the other drawings that aren't in this series.

If you're not sure about purchasing, just search the book and examine the quality of the drawings. I'm sure you will be more than satisfied. As for me, I'm ordering the rest of the books in this series now!

German Tanks of World War II: The Complete Illustrated History of German Armoured Fighting Vehicles 1926-1945

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German Tanks of World War II: The Complete Illustrated History of German Armoured Fighting Vehicles 1926-1945
Von Senger Und Etterlin
Manufacturer: Galahad Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: 0883650517

German Fighting Vehicles, 1939-1945 (History of the World Wars: Special, No. 4)

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German Fighting Vehicles, 1939-1945 (History of the World Wars: Special, No. 4)
Peter Chamberlain , Chris Ellis , and John Batchelor
Manufacturer: Phoebus Pub. Co
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B0007AOK2W

German Late War Armored Fighting Vehicles: World War II AFV Plans

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A welcome collection of scale drawings for WW2 vehicles
One to have

German Late War Armored Fighting Vehicles: World War II AFV Plans
George Bradford
Manufacturer: Stackpole Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

General | Military | History | Subjects | Books

ASIN: 0811733556

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Filled with fine-scale drawings of Germany's late war armored vehicles including:
Pz. Kpfw. V Panther Tank
Pz. Kpfw. VI Tiger I and II
Pz. Jager Elephant Tank Destroyer
Sd.Kfz. 234/2 "Puma" Armored Car
Jagdtiger with Henschel suspension
And dozens more . . .

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A welcome collection of scale drawings for WW2 vehicles.......2007-09-07

When I received notice from Amazon for pre-publication orders on several George Bradford books, I jumped on it. I'd seen many of his drawings previously and the individual drawings are available online. This collection fits the salient illustrations together under one cover.

There are several prototype or paper vehicles included as well as familiar production types. Collected here are tanks, self-propelled guns, prime movers, APCs and reconnaissance vehicles from the latter half of the German war effort. Some of the larger vehicles are reproduced in 1/48 or 1/76 scale but most are in 1/35 so copy making is kept at a minimum.

A must-have for any modeler or military vehicle enthusiast. There are also titles available on U.S., Soviet and early war German vehicles. I hope that Mr. Bradford will be able to publish his drawings of more modern vehicles.

One to have.......2007-07-01

I knew about the drawings of George Bradford (he has is own website) and I had a free image to study. I think he does a great job. As I am interested in Russian armor I bought this book, it's great, nice line art, fine details, together with some good pictures of these items every modeller will have great results building models from scratch. Well worth it's price.

German Tanks and Fighting Vehicles of World War II

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German Tanks and Fighting Vehicles of World War II
Chris Ellis
Manufacturer: Book Sales
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Binding: Hardcover

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A must for tank development study!

German tanks of World War II: The complete illustrated history of German armoured fighting vehicles 1926-1945,
F. M. von Senger und Etterlin
Manufacturer: Arms & Armour P
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Unknown Binding

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A must for tank development study!.......1998-08-10

von Senger und Etterlin accomplish what many writers set out to do when they take on the task of examining German armour, but this book is one of the VERY few that succeeds in accurately depicting the devopment of the German armoured technology. From the armoured cars and prototypes of 1926 to the super-heavies of 1945 and the futuristic follies, this book says it all. If you`re looking for accuracy, detail, and loads of photos, diagrams, blueprints, etc., then this is your answer.

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German Tanks of World War II: The Complete Illustrated History of German Armoured Fighting Vehicles 1926-1945
F. M.; Lucas, J. [translator]; Chambeerlain, Peter [editor]; Ellis, Chris [translator] Von Senger Und Etterlin
Manufacturer: Stackpole
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000NPNMHA

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German Tanks of World War II: The Complete Illustrated History of German Armoured Fighting Vehicles 1926-1945
F.M. Von Senger und Etterlin
Manufacturer: Stackpole Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000KTB7U8

Book Description

Using this pocket directory, consumers can be politically conscientious about something they do every day -- shop. "The Blue Pages lists companies' political contributions to the Democratic and Republican parties and rates them by their partisanship. Each listing has a paragraph describing unique features of their business practices that may include charitable causes, social programs, labor practices, domestic partner and child care benefits, nondiscrimination policies, treatment of disabled employees, and environmental impact. Companies are organized alphabetically into 15 sectors, including: Clothing, Shoes, and Accessories, Health and Beauty, Finance, Real Estate and Insurance, and so on, making it easy to find a particular type of product or service. The A to Z index includes thousands of popular brand names and companies. Formatted like the highly successful "Zagat Survey restaurant rating guides, "The Blue Pages is slim and portable, perfect for backpack, glove compartment, or purse, and an ideal gift for the activist.

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great.......2007-06-11

very interesting and helpful book. it's a must have for those interested in where top execs spend their political dollars.

Blue Pages Tells a Tale.......2007-02-02

This is an interesting book. It gives those who care an insite into the politics of the corporations you are dealing with. In some cases the choice of company 'A' vs. company 'B' could be decided by who the company supports. Well laid out and easy to use.

LET YOUR WALLET DO THE WALKING THRU THE BLUE PAGES!.......2007-01-15

I'm going to begin this book review with a little story, and if you'll just hang in there, you'll eventually see how it relates to THE BLUE PAGES.

Back in 1972, my Pa was the manager of The Machinists, a Little League baseball team whose star shortstop was my little Bro, Napoleon (a nickname). Early one morning - on "Picture Day" no less, when every boy's uniform should have looked neat and clean - outfielder Graham (always a troublemaker), got sassy with Napoleon, and the boys did what boys sometimes will do. Graham was only about twice Napoleon's size. But we've all heard the old adage, "It's not the size of the dog in the fight, but the size of the will and anger in Napoleon!"

One of the boys told my Pa, "Hey! Mr. McCarthy! Graham and Napoleon are fighting in the outfield!" He saw the knot of boys cheering in the distance and he ran full tilt to break it up. But as he drew nearer, he saw that Graham was getting quite a thrashing, and - as he loved to tell for years afterwards: "I slowed to a jog and then a stroll." Only a bad dad would unnecessarily spoil his son's fun! We've all heard the phrase about taking someone "out to the woodshed." Well, on Picture Day 1972, Napoleon took Graham "out to right field."

A year or two later, while we were both in junior high school, Graham and I arranged an after-school meeting in a nearby alley, and as is always the case, news got out and there was an eager gathering of kids in that alley awaiting the two combatants. I can no longer recall the circumstances, but I'm sure Graham must have instigated the fracas because I never started a fight I didn't start.

Graham threw the first punch - a right hook, which I blocked and countered with my own right hook, introducing my right fist to his left ear. Graham threw the right a second time, I blocked it again, and again bopped him in the left ear. I guess my opponent was thinking, "If at first you don't succeed, try, try again" or maybe, "Third time's a charm", because he opted for the right hook yet again, and I countered as before. Graham was a slow learner, and whereas he was merely a half-wit when the fight began, he was undoubtedly a half-deaf half-wit when it ended. Which it did when an old man stuck his head over a fence Wilson-like from "Home Improvement" and mentioned "calling the cops." Every kid ran in every direction! Ah yes, beating up on Graham, it was just a McCarthy Family Tradition.

This past Christmas day, our Sister gave Napoleon THE BLUE PAGES as a gift; it was the biggest hit of the day. She gave me a coffee mug with the BILL OF RIGHTS printed on the side. When hot coffee is poured into it, your rights begin disappearing (i.e., as you "wake up" you notice how the federal government is stealing your rights! Clever idea.) But I couldn't keep my hands off of Napoleon's BLUE PAGES. How did I ever live without this book?

THE BLUE PAGES were compiled by a couple of Lefties and intended to inform the Libs which of those big, bad companies are giving money to the Republicans, and you know, not honoring the civil liberties of their employees by failing to offer insurance coverage to their "alternative lifestyle partners", etc. And conversely, which "good" companies should he supported because they support the indefensible and sundry Socialist agendas. But the great thing about this book is that it can be used as unintended. In other words, every time Graham threw his right, he dropped his left and lunged, opening himself up for a powwow (or maybe that should be pow-ow!) between my right fist and his left ear. In essence, I was using Graham's punch against him, just like I'm now using THE BLUE PAGES to monetarily punish the very companies it was meant to assist.

THE BLUE PAGES includes over 4,000 company entries from every consumer sector. It first notes the dollar amount given to the Democrat and/or Republican party by the top three executives for each company during the 2003-04 donation cycle (granted this is now dated and limited information, but it's a start). Then there's a small body of text that highlights the significant lawsuits resolved or pending, history of corporate fines, positive and/or negative ecological impact, the social / sexual / gender policies, and the insurance coverage offered by each company. I'll say this for THE BLUE PAGES, although the astute and even just semiastute reader will detect the "Left Lean", it's more balanced than one would anticipate from a Libby publication. It doesn't shy away from spotlighting infractions against the Left-leaning companies like you might expect. This book really does seem fair enough to be used effectively by both, Socialists (Democrats and Republicans), and true conservatives (me, myself, and I).

I'm an "Independent" Constitutional Conservative, so I detest both the Democrats and the Republicans. But at least the Republican party says the right things even though it's lying about what it intends to do about it. Both parties stand for global, totalitarian Socialism. But the Dems institute it quicker and I'd prefer to see our Republic die slower. For many years, I've been boycotting all goods from Communist countries and others with terrible human rights abuses (such as India and Indonesia). But now I can boycott the most immoral offenders in THIS country as well!

THE BLUE PAGES is one of those books you'll open to look up one thing and find yourself buried in for the next hour. It's filled with interesting info. such as:

* Although PepsiCo gave nearly 70% of its monetary donations to the Republican party, it "received top scores from the Human Rights Campaign 2004 Corporate Equality Index for its pro-gay, -lesbian, -bisexual, and -transgender policies." I wish I drank Pepsi so I could quit!

* The Estee Lauder cosmetics company "earns high marks for its... longtime extension of health care benefits to its employees' same-sex partners." Well, I've been meaning to quit attending those midnight showings of The Rocky Horror Picture Show anyway.

* With a name like Smuckers, it has to be good, right? They gave 99% of their dough to the Republicans, but a 2005 report found that their jams advertised as "100% Fruit" often contained less than 50% fruit. Oh well, at least they weren't giving their money to the fruits.

* Good news! I can start eating Ben & Jerry's ice cream because it's now owned by Unilever which gave only 11% of its money to the Dems. I'm gonna gorge myself on ice cream this year, gain 200 pounds and then sue Ben & Jerry for creating an addictive product that contributes to obesity and clogged arteries. (I mean, that's how the liberals do it, isn't it?)

* Get this! Hooters of America paid two million bucks to settle a class action suit filed by men [sic] denied the opportunity to serve as "Hooters Girls." Though it was ordered to create gender-neutral positions, the company still maintains that "being female is reasonably necessary" to be a Hooters Girl. Sounds "reasonable" to me. Now, THAT'S a hoot!

I love this book; it ain't perfect but it's my favorite Christmas gift that I didn't receive this year. I guess I won't be eating at liberal Denny's anymore, but then who wants a Grand Slam Breakfast when they can have a pint of "Cherry Garcia"?

PERSONAL MESSAGE FOR GRAHAM: Hey, buddy, if you're still out there somewhere (i.e., someone hasn't beaten you six feet under yet), my Sister is lookin' fer you. She says it's her turn!

switched to barnes and nobles .......2006-08-29

After I saw how much support the executives at amazon give to kill civilians in Iraq for oil profits I switched to Barnes and Nobles for my book purchases who gave 100% to democrats. I feel its worth the extra dollar to support a company that doesnt support white collar terrorists and also creates great places for people to relax in a community... thank you blue pages for helping me help make america a better place to live.

Who gathered this info anyway....?.......2006-08-04

While the idea of this book is great, and it can be used by people on both sides of the fence, it's questionable as to the validity of this information. The publisher and sources are pretty mysterious, and the book is obviously slanted to one side, as it's title indicates. IF this were a truly neutral publication, wouldn't it be called the "Red & Blue Pages" or something to that effect?

I'm just not sure how accurate this information is, and feel that if people are gullible enough to believe its pages as Gospel, they'll truly believe anything - and probably vote accordingly!

I'll look forward to a more neutral source printing something which is based more on hard evidence.

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