Working Harder Isn't Working

Average customer rating:
Working Harder Isn't Working
Bruce O'Hara
Manufacturer: New Star Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

General | Business Life | Business & Investing | Subjects | Books
Guides | Job Hunting & Careers | Business & Investing | Subjects | Books
General | Business & Investing | Subjects | Books
Similar Items:

From Entrepreneur to Infopreneur: Make Money with books, E-Books and Information Products

Internet Riches: The Simple Money-making Secrets of Online Millionaires

The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Rich

ASIN: 0921586337

Book Description

In the 1960s, futurists predicted that advances in technology and increased automation would bring about an Age of Leisure and Abundance. Technology has performed its miracle: today's workers can produce twice as much per hour as their 1950s counterparts. So why are we told that we must work longer and harder - for less money - to survive in today's "competitive economy"? What's gone wrong?

Massive unemployment, soaring taxes, runaway debt, environmental degradation, and growing levels of poverty and personal suffering are the direct results of our stubborn refusal to let go of the 40-hour workweek. Bruce O'Hara offers a concrete, detailed program to reclaim the future of our dreams: a bold and delightful plan to work less and enjoy life more.

Book Description

On june 13, 2002 the Framework Decision on the European Arrest Warrant and Surrender Procedures between Member States of the European Union (EAW) was adopted by the Council of the European Union. The Framework Decision must be implemented by all current and future members of the European Union in their respective legal systems. This handbook offers an introduction to the EAW, its origin and implications. It establishes the history of extradition as a legal system and compares the EAW with the old system. (The full text of the EAW with commentaries per paragraph is included.)

Book Description

Despite their global importance, little is known about the few existing examples of impacts into marine environments and icy targets. They are among the least understood and studied parts of impact crater geology. The icy impacts are also of great importance in understanding the developments of the outer planets and their satellites such as Mars or Europa. Furthermore, the impact mechanisms, crater formation and collapse, melt production and the ejecta distribution are scarcely known for impact on targets other than the "classical" solid silicates of the continental crust. The reaction of water and ice to impacts clearly deserves a more thorough study. The understanding of impact effects and consequences in the case of aqueous hits, soft sediments and icy targets has not been thoroughly explored and comprises the main focus of this book.

A number of papers in the field of hypervelocity impacts on ice are included. These cover a review of available literature in the field of laboratory studies of such impacts, large impact structures on Titan, predicting impact cratering on a comet nucleus, and a novel report on the survival of bacteria fired at hypervelocity into icy surfaces. This latter paper is concerned with astrobiology and in particular Panspermia (natural migration of life through space).

Book Description

Core concepts and topics in beginning physics are presented in this succinct and readable text.

Book Description

The Romance of the Three Kingdoms is Lo Kuan-chung's retelling of the events attending the fall of the Han Dynasty in 220 A.D., one of the most tumultuous and fascinating periods in Chinese history. It is an epic saga of brotherhood and rivalry, of loyalty and treachery, of victory and death. As important for Chinese culture as the Homeric epics have been for the West, this fourteenth-century masterpiece continues to be loved and read throughout China as well as in Japan, Korea, and Vietnam.

Customer Reviews:

Can't wait to read volume 2.......2007-03-15

Details of the past are brought into sharp focus in this fascinating account.

Confusing For Spelling and Comprehensive For Pronunciation Ideas.......2005-06-27

I wrote this novel's review a couple of years ago as below.
(Name revised for Pinyin system and some errors corrected)

-----------------------------

Romance of Three Kingdoms is not just the novelized version of the history record "Three Kingdoms". It overtook the heart of both Chinese and Japanese. In Japan even younger generation who rarely read literature enjoy the story in the form of either comic books or in popular PC games. In China many of the Chinese Opera comes from the part of this story.
The story is based on the history of ancient China around late 2nd century to late 3rd century when the Chinese continent was divided by three strong kingdoms,Shu(Gui in Japanese),Wu(GO in Japanese) and Wei(SHOKU in Japanese).

I am familiar with the version of Eiji Yoshikawa, the author of Musashi, focusing more on the story of Liu Bei(Wei emperor),Guan Yu, Zhang Fei, and Zhuge Liang. Liu Bei, an heir of Han Dynasty ruling clan, is a humane leader supported by Guan Yu, deft both in brain and might maybe eastern version of Knight, Zhang Fei,short tempered but really strong warrior, and Zhuge Liang the master of strategy.

Rivaling Lie Bei is another giant Cao Cao outstanding ruler who nearly took hold of the whole Chinese continent but blocked by the allied forces of Wu and Wei in 208. Cao Cao is a bit demonized in this story but he is in fact one of the greatest rulers China ever had comparable to Napoleon. While Lie Bei who has little power gradually gains by charming a lot of talented people by his couteousness yet with propaganda tactics to demonize Cao Cao, Cao Cao took advantage of courting the Emperor and with the finest staff collected from the whole continent. Cao Cao's Wei will be overthrown by Sima clan who eventually subdue both Shu and Wu but Lie Bei, Guan Yu and Zhuge Liang are still loved and idealized by Chinese public.

On first reading you will be enjoying the way the characters outsmart the other camps. On second reading you will be struck by the humanity upon which the story is based. It is much more than a legend. It will surely get you closer to the mind of either Chinese and Japanese. But be careful. The way character name is pronounced differ between Chinese and Japanese. Such as Cao Cao is pronounced in Japanese as SOSO.

----------------
Now I must add a few things for newer 3k fans who encountered this epic through koei games. Koei adopts Pinyin system for three kingdom character names and pinyin method has almost subdued English speaking community. Brewitt Taylor uses Wade system differeing so much from the way the character names were currently spelled. For example. Cao Cao is spelled T'sao T'sao. As you can see older system is useful in pronunciation ideas.

Verdict: Excellent translation getting you much closer to this Chinese epic. Must-read for chivalry novel fans.
Rating: 94 out of 100. A bit cut by spelling confusion as I mentioned.
Recommended: For wide variety of readers.

Great story but a very sloppy edition.......2005-01-08

The story is truly a classic and the translation is pretty good. However, the actual product is pretty sloppy. Volume one was less problematic than volume two, but both had a high number of instances. The main problem is that letters that are similar in shape, such as b and d, p and g, etc. get switched, almost once a page. Also, the names weren't proofread very well, as apostrophes get pretty regularly left out. In a translation system where an apostrophe is the only difference between the names to two characters or places, this becomes a source of confusion. Also, entire words are left out pretty regularly. I wonder if any highly fluent English speakers actually got to proofread this, because most of these errors are so obvious. These errors aren't so bad that it is unreadable, but they really take a person out of the scene while the confusion is dispelled.

Overall i have pleasure reading it.......2004-07-19

I enjoying reading it except the following problems:

- Typos are almost appeared in every 3 pages.
- Stories are not link between paragraphs. There are pages that I have to read 4-5 times in order to picture what is going on and who and who die.

How about describe more about the heros when introducing them like, how old, what weapon they used and how strong. I believe those will spice up the book a lot more.

A masterpiece.......2004-07-17

This is China's great achievement in literature. The book retells history splendidly, although there may be some fabrications of what actually did happen. It tells of bravery amongst men, strategy, morality, and loyalty that withstands the test of time. The book has great men that take the role of heroes, and even the antagonists in the story are represented in somewhat of a valorous manner. The writing itself is just magnificent, historical literature is usually boring because of some much explaining, describing, and so forth, but in this piece the writing flows so well that even that is very enjoyable to read. As you read through it you will find yourself rooting for certain warriors and hoping that your personal favorite becomes the hero of the day. Some of China's greatest historical figures are major players in the book, mainly Zhuge Liang. A splendid read. I recommend it to the highest degree.

Average customer rating:

The Romance of Three Kingdoms, Vol. 2
Luo Guanzhong
Manufacturer: Silk Pagoda
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

Classics | General | Literature & Fiction | Subjects | Books
Similar Items:

ASIN: 1596542772

Book Description

Containing the last 60 chapters of this epic Chinese work, ably translated by Brewitt-Taylor. In this second volume, we learn more of the rise of Jin, the fates of Cao Cao, Liu Bei and Sun Quan, and how the near-century of strife caused by the fall of Han came to a close.

Romance of the Three Kingdoms Set (See Vol 1+2)

Average customer rating:

A MUST READ EPIC FOR ALL 6 STARS
A Fabulous Read
Essential Chinese Classic Also Loved By Japanese
Read to believe there is such a great book ever written
romance of three kingdoms

Romance of the Three Kingdoms Set (See Vol 1+2)
Lou Guanzhong
Manufacturer: Heian International
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

Historical | Genre Fiction | Literature & Fiction | Subjects | Books
Similar Items:

Journey to the West (4-Volume Boxed Set)

ASIN: 0893469262

Customer Reviews:

A MUST READ EPIC FOR ALL 6 STARS.......2007-06-25

I can't count how many times I have read this book. I have three versions and the e-book. I have one copy in the washroom I read a little of it everyday. A must have Epic.

A Fabulous Read.......2002-10-11

I think that all Westerners should be exposed to this classic of the East. Without a doubt, "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" is one of the very best works of literary art that the human mind had ever produced.
A short synopsis is in order. The novel centers around a rather short, turbulent time in ancient China, following the collapse of the Han Dynasty and predating the rise of the Jin dynasty, the period known as the "Three Kingdoms". In order to rise up against the now-corrupt Han dynasty, the mystic Zhang Jiao began what is known as the "Yellow Turban rebellion". In response to this menace, heroes of China gathered in order to put down this threat. Among these heroes are the virtuous Liu Bei, the loyal and familial Sun Jian, and the cruel and wily (but talented) Cao Cao. After the Yellow Turban rebellion is put down, it is realized that the Han dynasty has grown horribly weak and corrupt, and the heroes leave for home with their own ambitions of ruling China. Liu Bei wishes for the old days (he is a distant relative of the Han line), Cao Cao wishes for personal glory and honor, and Sun Jian wishes to rule China in order to leave it to his sons. Many other players enter the drama (hundreds in fact!), but the story really revolves around these three and their spheres of influence.
The author, Luo Guan Zhong, wrote a book that is at once of strategy, history, psychology, warfare. Although battles are always present, even those readers not interested in warfare can find a great deal in this book. Inevitably, the reader will find himself siding with one of the great Kingdoms of Wei, Wu or Shu, and yet will still feel compelled to feel compassion, elation and sorrow for the others, as their fortunes rise and fall with the changing fates. Each time I read the book (six and counting!), I pull for Liu Bei, who brings himself from commoner status to the highest positions in the land despite his tragic flaw of being TOO virtuous! And yet, I cannot deny enjoying reading about Cao Cao, as he gains support and popularity until the battle of Chi Bi, at which point he falls and must rise again. Also, the ending is fabulous, and unexpected.
However, I must warn the first time reader of the complete deluge of names with which he will be accosted. To further complicate matters, different publishers of the book spell the names in different ways (e.g. Cao Cao=T'sao T'sao, Chuko Lee-ong=Zhuge Liang). I was aided in this struggle by the fact that I had played a game with these characters, so that I was familiar with some of them. The author revels in his knowledge of history, and expects the same of his readers, but the reader may feel completely overwhelmed. Just keep in mind the three main characters, and try to remember who follows whom, and you should do fine (however, it is frustrating when the character Xun Yu introduces the character Xun You, etc.).
"Empires wax and wane, states cleave asunder and coalesce". The first statement in the book is as true today as it was 2000 years ago. If you are a reader who prides himself on his knowledge of the classics, I can honestly say that your mental library is incomplete until you read this book. So, what are you waiting for?

Essential Chinese Classic Also Loved By Japanese.......2001-08-18

Romance of Three Kingdoms is not just the novelized version of the history record "Three Kingdoms". It overtook the heart of both Chinese and Japanese. In Japan even younger generation who rarely read literature enjoy the story in the form of either comic books or in popular PC games. In China many of the Chinese Opera comes from the part of this story.

The story is based on the history of ancient China around late 2nd century to late 3rd century when the Chinese continent was divided by three strong kingdoms,Shu(Gui in Japanese),Wu(GO in Japanese) and Wei(SHOKU in Japanese).

I am familiar with the version of Eiji Yoshikawa, the author of Musashi, focusing more on the story of Liu Pei(Wei emperor),Kuan Yu, Chang Fei, and Chuko Kunming. Liu Pei, an heir of Han Dynasty ruling clan, is a humane leader supported by Kuan Yu, deft both in brain and might maybe eastern version of Knight, Chang Fei,short tempered but really strong warrior, and Chuko Kunming the master of strategy.

Rivaling Lie Pei is another giant Tsao Tsao outstanding ruler who nearly took hold of the whole Chinese continent but blocked by the allied forces of Wu and Wei in 208. Tsao Tsao is a bit demonized in this story but he is in fact one of the greatest rulers China ever had comparable to Napoleon. While Lie Pei who has little power gradually gains by charming a lot of talented people by his couteousness yet with propaganda tactics to demonize Tsao Tsao, Tsao Tsao took advantage of courting the Emperor and with the finest staff collected from the whole continent. Tsao Tsao's Shu finally unites the whole China after his death in 265, with the surrender of Wei but Lie Pei, Kuan Yu and Kunming are still loved and idealized by Chinese public. Wu survives by taking either rivaling sides and with excellent domestic and foreign affairs strategy.

On first reading you will be enjoying the way the characters outsmart the other camps. On second reading you will be struck by the humanity upon which the story is based. It is much more than a legend. It will surely get you closer to the mind of either Chinese and Japanese. But be careful. The way character name is pronounced differ between Chinese and Japanese. Such as Tsao Tsao is pronounced in Japanese as SOSO.

Read to believe there is such a great book ever written.......2000-12-31

I can't finish all my compliment for this book in this short review. You are not gonna believe it is such a splendid book until you read it yourself. This book is a saga with so much wisdom and humanity. It is as good as ancient Greek epic (with all repect to Greek) if not better. The wisdom in it is uncommonly plentiful. Trojan horse looks children's game after you finished the book. Romance of three kingdoms is a part of Chinese lives and now becoming popular in the world. Many Japanese companies make this book as a must-read for management staff. Read this book and I garantee that your time will be delightfully spent.

romance of three kingdoms.......2000-05-09

humanity is everything in this book and only thing we have.

Average customer rating:

The Romance of Three Kingdoms, Vol. 2
Guanzhong Luo , and Luo Guanzhong
Manufacturer: Silk Pagoda
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

Classics | General | Literature & Fiction | Subjects | Books

All Titles | Qualifying Textbooks - Fall 2007 | Stores | Books
Similar Items:

ASIN: 1596542756

Book Description

The Romance of the Three Kingdoms, Vols. 1 and 2 ('San guo yan yi (1,2)', in traditional Chinese, NOT in English)

Average customer rating:

The Romance of the Three Kingdoms, Vols. 1 and 2 ('San guo yan yi (1,2)', in traditional Chinese, NOT in English)
Guanzhong Luo
Manufacturer: San Min
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

Chinese | Classics | Literature & Fiction | Subjects | Books

Chinese | Foreign Language Fiction | Literature & Fiction | Subjects | Books

All Chinese Books | Chinese | Foreign Language Books | Specialty Stores | Books
ASIN: 9571407720

Romance of the Three Kingdoms, Vol 1 & 2 (Complete)

Average customer rating:

Romance of the Three Kingdoms, Vol 1 & 2 (Complete)
Lo Kuan-Chung
Manufacturer: Ch'eng Wen Publishing
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000PTS0NU

Product Description

Translated by C.H. Brewitt Taylor

Romance of the Three Kingdoms, Vol 1 and 2

Average customer rating:

Romance of the Three Kingdoms, Vol 1 and 2

Manufacturer: Tuttle Publishing
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000HXEPJ2

Customer Reviews:

Great Nearly Perfection.......2004-07-05

This book deals with the Cheng-Han state, which can be traced as a descendant of the Hanzhong state under Zhang Lu in the Three Kingdoms period. Has a great deal of back information dealing with the Ba and Shu ethnicities, the Daoist faith (as opposed to philosophy), and the history of the Daoist Hanzhong state. It also included annotated biographies of the principle members of the Li Imperial family of the Cheng-Han state. Highly recommended, but be warned- Chinese historical biographies can be confusing and somewhat tedious- read those if you are a true history buff- otherwise, you can use the preceding part of the book, (the first 70%), as a great reference.

Also, there is a great translation of titles/ranks, a heavy use of Chinese characters for names and titles (as well as explanations if there is possible confusion between two texts), and a fabu index. A great reference of the little known (outside of scholarly circles) Daoist / Taoist state in Sichuan.

Book Description

Links have recently been established between the study of death assemblages by archaeologists and paleontologists (taphonomy) and the application of physical anthropology concepts to the medicolegal investigation of death (forensic anthropology). Forensic Taphonomy explains these links in a broad-based, multidisciplinary volume. It applies taphonomic models in modern forensic contexts and uses forensic cases to extend taphonomic theories. Review articles, case reports, and chapters on methodology round out this book's unique approach to forensic science.

Customer Reviews:

Useful and Outstanding.......2007-04-07

I am a law enforcement officer who is also a search and rescue coordinator. I am occasionally tasked with providing SAR management and resources during forensic searches. I bought the book after my interest was piqued. However, this book has turned out to be INCREDIBLY useful. The section on animal scavangeing (article after article--bears, canine, rodents, insects) is very useful for ME/coroners or LEO. There's some science, but nothing you can't understand if you stayed awake in high school(!) Virtually every time a new question comes up, it's in the book. I'm currently studying the transport of remains in water. If you need this kind of knowledge, the definately buy the book.

Great place to start.......2006-03-08

Comprehensive review of what happens after death. It's a great book to launch a more in-depth study.

very complete.......2005-09-23

a good textbook for class or for following along with your favorite tv. show.

Overview of the field of forensic taphonomy.......1998-10-16

Haglund and Sorg have done an excellent job of compiling and assembling information about the diverse field of taphonomy. The authors chosen to contribute to this volume are the leaders in their respective sub-disciplines and are illustrative of the many forms taphonomy can take. They further demonstrate that taphonomy is no longer considered just as: the study of skeletal assemblages in paleoecological and archaeological settings. It is a growing, diversifying, multi-faceted field. Students of taphonomy will find references in this book invaluable. In short: it will be your greatest resource in taphonomical studies.

Book Description

Paperback

Books:

Books Index

Books Home

Recommended Books