Public Sector Economics: The Role of Government in the American Economy
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    Public Sector Economics: The Role of Government in the American Economy
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      Public Sector Economics: The Role of Government in the American Economy
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        Breaking Free: A Prescription for Personal and Organizational Change (Jossey-Bass Business & Management Series)
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        Biochemical Mechanisms Involved in Plant Growth Regulation (Proceedings of the Phytochemical Society of Europe)
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          Plant Biochemical Regulators (Books in Soils, Plants, and the Environment)
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            A textbook for a graduate or advanced undergraduate course in biotechnology in a wide range of fields concerned with plants. Describes the use of both endogenous and introduced biochemical regulators to manipulate plant responses. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.

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              Molecular Evolution: A Phylogenetic Approach
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              Molecular Evolution: A Phylogenetic Approach
              Roderic D. Page , and Edward C. Holmes
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              1 out of 5 stars would not recommend.......2007-03-26

              We use this book in the class and most of us don't like it. The book just doesn't do a good job explaining many things. Unless you are an expert in the field or at least have prior experience I would not recommend you this book.

              4 out of 5 stars Good overview of molecular evolution studies but a bit outdated.......2006-03-16

              If you're not familiar with DNA sequences analysis and inferring phylogenies, this book is a must read (as far as I know the only introduction book to the field). But it's a bit outdated (Bayesian analysis not covered).

              4 out of 5 stars Nice figures.......2004-01-08

              I'm new to molecular evolution and have been confused with various terms and concepts (e.g., cladogram vs. phylogram vs. dendrogram, plesiomorphy vs. apomorphy vs. autapomorphy vs. synapomorphy vs. homoplasy, etc.). Reading other books that try to explain these concepts mostly in words only added more confusion.

              Every page in this book contains highly illustrative figures that accompanies well written text. Of course, not all sections are not immediately clear to understand, and I would need to read other books as well.

              If you are new to molecular evolution, start with this book along with any other books that may suit your particular need.

              5 out of 5 stars Trees and more trees.......2000-11-27

              Although molecular phylogenetic analysis can be extremely complex, this reference provides an introduction to the subject that is straightforward to read. The reference begins with consideration of trees, which are structures used to model actual evolutionary relationships between genes or entire lifeforms. It then provides an introduction to molecular and population genetics. Coding as well as noncoding DNA (tandem repeats, transposable elements, retroviruses, spacer DNA) is considered. The reference then considers how genetic change can be measured, followed by how we can deduce molecular phylogenies. The validity of the molecular clock is then considered, along with a discussion of the neutralist-selectionist debate. The reference finally considers how different phylogenies can be combined to determine actual phylogeny, reconciled trees, and rates of diversification.

              5 out of 5 stars Handy read.......2000-03-25

              This book is very well written and a handy tool for anyone who is new to molecular evolution. Nice diagrams and concise chapters. The authors know how to break up the sometimes demanding ideas into appropriate bites. Perfect for grad students and senior undergrads.
              Molecular Evolution: A Phylogenetic Approach
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                Roderic D.M. And Edward C. Holmes Page
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                When Elephants Weep: The Emotional Lives of Animals
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                When Elephants Weep: The Emotional Lives of Animals
                Jeffrey Moussaieff Masson , and Susan McCarthy
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                ASIN: 0385314280
                Release Date: 1996-05-02

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                This national bestseller exploring the complex emotional lives of animals was hailed as "a masterpiece" by Elizabeth Marshall Thomas and as "marvelous" by Jane Goodall.

                The popularity of When Elephants Weep has swept the nation, as author Jeffrey Masson appeared on Dateline NBC, Good Morning America, and was profiled in People for his ground-breaking and fascinating study. Not since Darwin's The Expression of Emotions in Man and Animals has a book so thoroughly and effectively explored the full range of emotions that exist throughout the animal kingdom.

                From dancing squirrels to bashful gorillas to spiteful killer whales, Masson and coauthor Susan McCarthy bring forth fascinating anecdotes and illuminating insights that offer powerful proof of the existence of animal emotion. Chapters on love, joy, anger, fear, shame, compassion, and loneliness are framed by a provocative re-evaluation of how we treat animals, from hunting and eating them to scientific experimentation. Forming a complete and compelling picture of the inner lives of animals, When Elephants Weep assures that we will never look at animals in the same way again.

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                5 out of 5 stars Insightful and fresh.......2007-09-27

                Most people cling to the belief that we are the only species on the planet with the capacity for thought or emotion. In our daily experiences with animals we know that this is absurd but keep it ourselves for fear of ridicule. This book challenges those musty, Old World thoughts and fears. Even if you have already developed an enlightened compassion and ethic regarding other species, "When Elephants Weep" offers a refreshing, stimulating look at the life.

                2 out of 5 stars Not so great in the first place, it is now wildly outdated........2007-02-03

                As someone who is studies emotions and decision making, I was looking forward to reading this book. While the author offers (and repeats, and repeats) considerable anecdotal evidence for animal emotion, there is little concrete science to support the claims.
                Furthermore, the field of emotion-cognition study in humans is still coming into its own and has grown exponentially since 1996. Indeed, we now understand many human emotions better than in 1996. Naturally, when comparing humans and animal emotions, these advances dramatically change our understanding and therefore draw into question many of the inferences made in the book.

                Not a great book to begin with. However, a decade after its release, it is borderline useless.

                3 out of 5 stars Had potential, but fell short.......2007-01-03

                Having been intrigued by the title alone, I was greatly looking forward to reading this book. The book, however, did not measure up to my expectations. Jeffrey Moussaieff Masson has written several books, so I would expect much better writing coming from a veteran author, but the book was poorly written and poorly put together.

                The book's title and subtitle appears as though it will be simply explaining the emotional lives of animals. Seems like a fairly simple concept. The author takes a different-than-expected approach by spending much of the book putting humans down and elevating animals to an almost god-like stature in comparison. Case in point, one chapter is called "Unfeeling Brutes" in reference to humans. The book seems to be aimed at convincing the skeptic rather than simply explaining the emotions of animals. One who already recognizes the feelings in animals would read this and say "I already knew that!" several times.

                The author is incredibly redundant, saying the same things over and over again, proposing the same ideas, and using several of the same examples multiple times, perhaps with different wording, to prove his point.

                There are plenty of stories to provide examples of animals' emotions, some endearing, some disheartening. That said, the storiesgo into very little detail, which seems unusual for a book of this sort. For one trying to prove the importance of emotions in animals, you'd think the author would find it in his best interest to provide as many details as possible. Instead, examples are shortened anywhere from a sentence to a mere paragraph. They also hop around a lot with no real sense of connection except for the emotion they shared.

                Each chapter focuses on particular emotions, and they are broken down into sections within those chapters. It gives the *appearance* of organization in the book, but doesn't follow suit. For example, one chapter focuses on shame, blushing, and hidden secrets. Each part is broken into a different section within the chapter, starting with blushing. While reading about shame (which came next), the author took a sharp turn by ending the section by discussing blushing again, having not made any prior mention of it in this "shame" section. It was very jarring, and didn't flow at all. Such is the consistency of the entire book. Some sections are entirely useless in the sense that hardly any information or evidence is given, except to ultimately say "we don't know" and telling a story or two that proves absolutely nothing. The section on religious impulse is a perfect example of this.

                The end notes are also confusing. Rather than puting citations within the book, you simply have to assume that any story the author is telling will have addition bibliographic information in the end notes. You find them by referencing the page number in the end notes, and lotcating the first line of the story next to the page number. This, however, seems to be more the fault of the publisher than the author, though the author can't seem to make up his mind if he will reference a work within the chapters or leave it for the end notes as he does both.

                I don't necessarily agree with everything he says, particularly his intent on proving the "equality" of man and beast (though he fights for this equality throughout the book, he tries to almost cover it up by saying that we're simply "distinct" from one another). It IS wonderful to see a piece of work out there where the title alone may get people to open their eyes and see that animals can and do feel. The book might have been more widely received, however, had the author taken some time to clean it up a bit and spend more time focusing on the animals and less time on the humans he argues about so much. The author is clearly passionate about this subject, judging by the other titles he has and by this book. I am hoping that he will work on his skills as an author so that his next book on the subject will be much more refined. He has a lot to offer.

                4 out of 5 stars Looking for animal anecdotes?.......2006-10-31

                First off, I am an animal lover. I've had pets most of my life so this book is very much like preaching to the choir. It would be hard for me to believe that my pets, and animals in general, do not have emotions. I thought this book would be black & white concerning that issue but it is very fair to the opinion that animals do not have emotions. The title suggestions that the opinion of this author is animals are emotional however she offers several stories and possibilities to keep the book balanced. I learned quite a lot from this book. It leans towards "animals are emotional" but it's not as black & white as I thought which made the book very interesting

                I got this book because I wanted to read lots of stories of animals and their emotions but I didn't exactly get that. The first couple of chapters are void of emotional animal stories and once the book finally does start with the stories, they are lacking details. I felt as though the author wanted to get as much in as possible. Quantity over quality.

                I'm still giving this book a good rating because I did have a great time reading it.

                1 out of 5 stars Activism Masquarading as Science..........2006-10-20

                Knowing the author by name and by reputation, I borrowed this book from a friend rather than contributing to him financially by paying for it. It's just the kind of pseudo-scientific garbage I'd expect when someone schooled in Philosophy is allowed to write a book on a scientific topic. The serious question of whether - and to what degree - nonhuman animals experience emotion should be entered into not only with skepticism, but with knowledge of how Science should be carried out, and how to go about evaluating the data that results. Masson is qualified to do NONE of these, and seems utterly unaware of that handicap.

                It's precisely what I'd expect from someone who romanticizes the barbaric acts of the Animal Liberation Front, however, a terrorist group that firebombs research facilities and university labs, then enters high schools and teaches those same tactics to our children. To my mine, Masson should share a prison cell for supporting them in his idiotic writings.
                When Elephants weep; The Emotional Lives of Animals
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                  Jeffrey Moussaieff and Susan McCarthy Masson
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                  When Elephants Weep: The Emotional Lives of Animals
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                    When Elephants Weep - The Emotional Lives Of Animals
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                      When Elephants Weep - The Emotional Lives Of Animals
                      Jeffrey Moussaieff and Mccarthy, Susan Masson
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                      When Elephants Weep - The Emotional Lives Of Animals
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                        Jeffrey Moussaieff and Mccarthy, Susan Masson
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                        When elephants weep: the emotional lives of animals.: An article from: Queen's Quarterly
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                          When elephants weep: the emotional lives of animals.: An article from: Queen's Quarterly

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                          When Elephants Weep The Emotional Lives of Animals
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                            When Elephants Weep The Emotional Lives of Animals

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                            WHEN ELEPHANTS WEEP. The Emotional Lives of Animals.
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                              WHEN ELEPHANTS WEEP. The Emotional Lives of Animals.
                              Jeffrey Moussaieff and McCarthy, Susan: Masson
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                                Climbing: The World's Best Sites
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                                  Garth Hattingh
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                                  While, extreme sports have become increasingly popular over the last decades, mountain climbing has always been a well-known test of man against nature. People don't climb mountains just because they're there; the discipline and skill required to scale these takes humans to the highest heights and exposes the most incredible views of Earth. "Climbing: The World's Best Sites" explores the pinnacles of this sport.

                                  Offering essential guidance and beautiful visual images of inspiration to mountain climbing enthusiasts, this breathtaking book covers various categories of climbing, with special emphasis on the challenging Himalayan, Big Wall, and Alpine chains. Beginning with 8000m peaks, including the illustrious Mount Everest and the K2, crossing continents to Kilmanjaro, then on to the Matterhorn, and across the Americas, "Climbing: The World's Greatest Sites" explores each mountain in detail.

                                  Delving into the history and picturesquely displaying the process of reaching the peaks, this invaluable book offers a practical discussion of climbing concepts, techniques, and equipment. It also recreates the first ascents using topographic maps, diagrams, and pictures, as well as features personal profiles of famous climbers, and an illustrated time line from the eighteenth century to the present, reflecting the high points of climbing around the world.

                                  A Chinese Character A Day Practice Pad: Volume 1
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                                  ASIN: 0804833885

                                  Book Description

                                  Similar in concept to Tuttle's successful Kanji-a-Day and Kana-a-Day practice pads, this learning tool provides an enjoyable and motivating way for the learner to practice writing Chinese characters. The practice pad comes in the form of a memo block containing basic instructions, plus 365 numbered sheets: one per day for a year of learning, or more than one per day for faster progress!In writing Chinese characters, it is essential to follow the correct stroke-order and create uniform, well-proportioned, squarish shapes, rather than rectangular or rounded ones. Constant practice in the early stages of learning is vital in order for these habits to become second nature as you learn more and more characters.Essential help in learning to write the character is provided in diagrams showing its components and configuration, and above all, the stroke-order. Around the edge of each page, a set of 28 squares allow the user to first trace the character on top of the model, and then practice writing it independently.

                                  Customer Reviews:

                                  5 out of 5 stars Love this product!.......2007-08-25

                                  I just received this product and I think it's fabulous! I wish I had bought Volume 1, too, but it seems to be out of stock. I know some characters already, but this is a great way to brush up on my Chinese. I highly recommend it!

                                  5 out of 5 stars Great study help!.......2007-07-05

                                  Nowadays many are trying to learn some Chinese. They would all love this! I just wish it were in a more permanent form [as I am using it, not tearing off those precious pages] for ready reference. Thank you.

                                  3 out of 5 stars O.K........2007-05-09

                                  I ordered this practice pad along with the Chinese in a Flash Vol. 1 & 2. I thought this practice pad would offer more ideas, but it takes the characters in the exact order of Chinese in a Flash Vol. 1 only not all of them, just some. Had I known this I would not have bought the practice pad. If I was you I would get either this practice pad OR Chinese in a Flash Vol. 1 (personally I would get the Chinese in a Flash card, much more options, reusable & easy to carry size.)

                                  4 out of 5 stars Better than you think.......2005-01-15

                                  This is not a calendar going by month and day, but lists the day of the year as a number (1-365). Notice on the package it IS listed as a "Practice Pad" and not as a calendar at all. I'd like to give it 4.5 stars, if I could; I only wish it came with a stand. I found the characters helpful. The stroke order is given, along with three chances to trace the character and 25 more chances to write it yourself without the tracing. It gives the simplified form of the character, but also the traditional form, if available. The box contains a "handout" with pronounciation helps. I have this calendar at work, and I work on the "charcater of the day" before checking my email! 8-)

                                  3 out of 5 stars Nice introduction to Chinese Charcters but NOT a Calendar.......2005-01-14

                                  First of all this item is not a Calendar. While the pages are listed as "Day 1, Day 2, ..." and etc. there are no dates. However, it does have a good selection of words appropriate for the beginning Chinese student. However there is no indication of stroke orders, which is limits this product's use. In the end you're probably better off buying a real character book and doing the "one a day" on your own.

                                  The Diabetes Diet: Dr. Bernstein's Low-Carbohydrate Solution
                                  Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
                                  • The Diabetes Diet: Dr. Bernstein's Low-Carbohydrate Solution
                                  • Great Dr. Bernstein book
                                  • Diabetes Diet - The only way to deal with this Disease
                                  • diet for the rich
                                  • A Must Read Book for ANY Diabetic
                                  The Diabetes Diet: Dr. Bernstein's Low-Carbohydrate Solution
                                  Richard K. Bernstein
                                  Manufacturer: Little, Brown and Company
                                  ProductGroup: Book
                                  Binding: Hardcover

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                                  ASIN: 0316737844

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                                  A revolutionary new low-carb diet for diabetics by the doctor who pioneered a successful new approach to the disease--with 100 original mouth watering recipes. For diabetics, diet is more than a lifestyle choice--it*s the key to controlling the course of their disease. Many diabetics struggle their entire lives to maintain a healthy weight, but the guidelines given to them by the American Diabetes Association have proven unhelpful in regulating blood sugar--the critical component in keeping diabetes in check. In THE DIABETES DIET, Dr. Bernstein serves up the groundbreaking low-carbohydrate approach to diabetes care that has enabled his patients to take control of their disease by regulating their blood sugar without the usual swings.Dr. Bernstein himself is living proof of the success of this method, and he has the science to back it up. Plunging into the current debate on low-fat vs. low-carb diets, he shows that, especially for diabetics, low-carb is what will change lives--and he offers 100 delicious all-new recipes to help keep diabetics on track for life. The recipes and advice in THE DIABETES DIET will provide readers with an easy-to-follow guide for controlling their disease and regaining their health and well-being. * There are an estimated 18 million diabetics in America, and their number is increasing every year--yet there are no low-carb diet books appropriate for diabetics. * Since publication in 1997, Dr. Bernstein*s Diabetes Solution and its revised 2003 edition have sold more than 120,000 copies. * An engineer by training, Bernstein pioneered blood glucose self-monitoring and the tight control of blood sugar that is now accepted as the standard treatment of diabetes. He entered medical school at the age of 45 in order to publish his findings.

                                  Customer Reviews:

                                  5 out of 5 stars The Diabetes Diet: Dr. Bernstein's Low-Carbohydrate Solution.......2007-09-22

                                  My sister in law is a diabetic and she follows "the Diabetic Diet" given to her by her physician. She could not get her sugar down and kept on buying the recommended products with Splenda. After she read this book and implemented it in her life, her blood sugar is normal and she has lost weight. There are a lot of stealth sugars in "the Diabetic Diet" most often recommended by physicians that shoot up your sugar instead of controlling it. Absolutely great book, it has saved her life and my husbands as well. Even if you are not a diabetic you should follow this program to lose weight. Wonderful.

                                  5 out of 5 stars Great Dr. Bernstein book.......2007-09-13

                                  Even though Dr. Bernstein is a type 1 diabetic, his writing also will help type 2 diabetics keep blood sugar low and from developing complications.

                                  5 out of 5 stars Diabetes Diet - The only way to deal with this Disease.......2007-01-15

                                  Dr. Bernstein educates us in the real reasons diabetics struggle to maintain low blood sugar levels - carbohydrates. His book(s) outline in simple language how to control what you eat and more importantly how to manage your sugars by limiting carbs. His insight into the disease as a Type 1 diabetic himself, has made it easier for me to set myself up for a healthier lifestyle by eliminating unnecessary carbs, understanding how the body of a diabetic handles carbs and then planning meals based on these principles.
                                  I have lost weight easily, maintained low steady blood sugars, and finally understand how this disease that has devastated members of my family, can be managed by what I put in my mouth. Thank you Dr. Bernstein for your years of diligent research. You will make a difference in the world of diabetes. This should be required reading for all doctors of diabetics.

                                  3 out of 5 stars diet for the rich.......2007-01-12

                                  Dr.Bernstein does a good job of explaining his theory, but most working people would find it very difficult to follow his strict guidelines. The recipes contained items I have never even heard of - at least they aren't found in the kitchen of any of my mid-Ohio friends.The book did make me more aware of why I should eat a low-carb diet - but absolutely no bread, no sugar, no pasta, no rice - ever???? Tell the cafeteria at work!

                                  5 out of 5 stars A Must Read Book for ANY Diabetic.......2007-01-12

                                  This book in addition to Dr. Bernstein's book on "The Diabetes Solution" are must reads for any diabetic, parent of diabetic, or concerned family member. The two books prompted me to launch the diabetes solution website.

                                  Let me put it succinctly--THIS BOOK IS A SOLUTION TO DIABETES.

                                  What does that mean? It means that after 28 years of following the ultra-high carb diet of the ADA (which now that I have my blinders off makes zero sense) I have NORMAL blood sugars. My A1C went from 8.0 while on the ADA (which they see as only slightly high) to 5.0 (almost normal). I still have a bit of fine tuniing to go.

                                  Diabetes Diet: Dr. Bernstein's Low Carbohydrate Solution
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                                    Diabetes Diet: Dr. Bernstein's Low Carbohydrate Solution
                                    Richard Bernstein
                                    Manufacturer: Little, Brown and Company
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                                    Binding: Paperback
                                    ASIN: B000OTU0HA

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