Reviews (79)

There was never any old school, but if there will be then this will be it
A great book based around debunking everything preached before about growing grass and then shows the results of some good growing. It is no longer just about producing a one in a hundred photograph magazine quality plant, but having lots of them and with the potency to back it up.
Well worth getting if you are thinking about growing
This book does not remind me of anything I have read before. It looks a way more professional than most for these types of books. It has a very workable plan to produce the best results in the smallest of spaces to big basement grows if you want. The strategies are clearly laid out and explained in sufficient detail.Readers can find plenty of pictures, diagrams and illustrations with instructions. It is very motivational. The clear and easy writing style should appeal to anybody. Good luck.

A great reference.
Bravo! Finally a book that not only tells gardeners how to avoid wasting your time chasing bugs but also how to end up with a fine canopy of thick buds.
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Subjects:  1. Agriculture - Crop Science    2. Field Crops    3. Marijuana (Pharmacological Aspects)    4. Pharmacology    5. Pop Arts / Pop Culture    6. Popular Culture - Counter Culture    7. Reference    8. Sociology    9. Technology    10. Gardening: plants   

Reviews (7)

Inaccurate and missleading
Working through this book on a skin care course was very frustrating.The medical terms used were inaccurate and often contradictory. Great text!
This book is very thorough, up-to-date, and informative. I found it easy to read and follow, and the contents pages are very well-labeled, making it easy to find the desired information quickly. I would highly recommend this text to anyone looking to learn new skills or brush up on old skills.

So you want to learn about skin care, eh?
I also used this book as a text in Aesthetics School - and at the time, I didn't appreciate it as much as now - when I'm working in the field. I find myself going back and reviewing what I may have missed the first time.Read more

Subjects:  1. Beauty & Grooming - Cosmetics    2. Beauty & Grooming - General    3. Beauty & Grooming - Skin    4. Beauty culture    5. Care and hygiene    6. Careers - General    7. Consumer Health    8. Cosmetics    9. Cosmetology    10. Diet / Health / Fitness    11. Health & Fitness    12. Science/Mathematics    13. Skin    14. Hairdressing & salon skills    15. Personal appearance & beauty care   

Reviews (12)

For project boards & rendering
I bought this to help organize my project boards, which it is great for. The bonus is the information on rendering. There was better information here than in the other 2 books I own on color theory and rendering.

excellent resource
This book is an excellent resource for the interior design student. It's a book you should get as soon as you start studies. Great reference to compliment classroom lessons. I also recommended it to my Residencial Design teacher. It has basic information that will save you time.Great buy!!

good guide
good guide to lots of information. Good reference for any design library. It touches base on resumes, presentation, etc. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Architecture    2. Art    3. Color Theory    4. Design    5. Graphic Arts - General    6. Graphic arts    7. Interior Design    8. Interior Design - General    9. Interior decoration    10. Interior decoration rendering    11. Reference    12. Architecture / Interior Design   

Reviews (47)

Hilarious........
This book kept me laughing for hours on end. I am from the south and had an occasion to spend 6 months in Greenville, Miss. recently, so having been there, met lots of natives, etc. made it even more comical. While reading the book you can almost hear the accent of the "Southern Ladies" in conversation. Gayden really has a way of turning mundane everyday life in the Delta, into one hilarious situation after another. I thoroughly enjoyed the stories and great recipes as well.

A taste of the deep south
I found this such a humorous and, for me, sentimental read. For each incident and character, I have enough life experiences in the deep south to be able relate the tale to characters and events in my past, including seeing ladies examine invitations from an angle to be sure they are engraved ("that beauty-graving is so tacky"). I am going to buy a couple copies for family members who I am sure will love this book as much as I do.

Sorry, but I didn't like it that much
The book was recommended to me by an elderly Southern lady with a great sense of humor, so I had high hopes.
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Subjects:  1. American Regional Cookery    2. American Satire And Humor    3. Cookery, American    4. Cooking / Wine    5. Entertaining - General    6. Etiquette    7. Form - Essays    8. Funeral rites and ceremonies    9. General    10. Humor    11. Regional & Ethnic - American - Southern States    12. Southern States    13. Southern style    14. Cooking / General   

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The Aquarist's Modern Day Holy Grail
The price of this book is daunting. As such, I borrowed it from my local Aquarium Club. After I had to return it a month later, I odered a copy. Pound per pound--and it's a hefty book--it is the best value on this subject matter out there.
Comprehensive source for grwoing SPS dominated reefs
I have used this text as a reference and read selected chapters of interest to me as needed since first released. The text is well written and easy to follow. I have been keeping reef aquariums for 8 years and have developed a method that has been succesful in large part to this series of books. It is not essential to have either of the prior volumes to benefit from this book.
great book
This book is fantastic and covers everything you need to know and more!!!!My son could not put it down....once he started reading it. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Animals    2. Fish & Aquariums    3. Life Sciences - Biochemistry    4. Pets    5. Science    6. Science/Mathematics   

Reviews (5)

Wonderful!
Clear instructions for many fantastic quilts in various sizes!Worth the money!Mrs. Burns is funny too.Quilt books don't have to be boring and this won isn't!It's great!

Wonderful detail!!
I bought this book for my Mother-In-Law as a gift.She and I agree it is a wonderful book with easy to follow instructions on how to piece the quilts together.The designs are absolutely beautiful and the book is put together extremely well!If you like to quilt or even look at beautiful designs this is definately the book for you--ENJOY!!!!

Very detailed instructions
This is my third Eleanor Burns book and so far I have only started my first project from this one.I love all the projects and the full color illustrations - unlike some quilting books, hers are very detailed and easy to follow, no matter what level of difficulty.Burns expects you to have very specific supplies, (which I broke down and bought) but I think it was worthwhile to do so.All in all a great quilting book! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Crafts & Hobbies    2. Crafts / Hobbies    3. Hobbies/Crafts    4. Quilts & Quilting    5. Seasonal   

Subjects:  1. Crafts & Hobbies    2. Crafts / Hobbies    3. Hobbies/Crafts    4. Jewelry    5. Jewelry Arts And Crafts    6. Jewelry making    7. Necklaces    8. CRAFTS & HOBBIES - BG-DECORATING/ANTIQUES    9. Crafts & Hobbies / Jewelry   

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Superb!
The book is well-organized and well-written. I was successful using some of the protocols described in the book to modify dog aggression. This is one of the best books out there on aggression.

Four Stars for now, with the potential for Five Stars!
This book actually has a lot of very good, practical, and very helpful information for the dog owner who wants to prevent (as I do) or treat agression problems, especially in agression-prone breeds like spaniels and some of the guarding breeds.I debated whether or not to give this book a five star rating.I settled on four stars for now because of my one "complaint" against the book -- it is a very, very COMPLICATED book to read and utilize.The author, apparently through many years of working with problem dogs, has developed a number of complex systems for treating and preventing agression problems which, while I'm sure will be useful and should work well, and just very complicated for the amateur to use.This is definitely NOT the kind of book one can read in bed when tired.It reminds me of some of my college texts -- a challenging and complicated read, and perhaps a bit on the dry side.I know that when I tried to read it recently, my mind often wandered.
Very helpful exercises
This book is terrific for owners of any dog.We actually rescued an dog-aggressive dog and actually went to Brenda Aloff for a few sessions.Her advice and exercises helped turn a stressed out little monster into my little princess.My dog isn't magically cured, but by using this book, we've taught her to look to her humans for guidance in stressful situations, instead of just attacking as she would in the past.She knows the rules and was taught them in a completely positive reinforcement manner.I highly recommend this book. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Animals    2. Dogs - General    3. Dogs - Training    4. Pets   

Reviews (3)

very informartive!
This book contains allot of basic information on draping. The instructions are thorough and are acompanied by visuals, for extra comprehension. It also has a section dedicated to draping knits, a real plus! My understanding of the draping method, and therefore my skill, has improved on account of this book.

Exactly what you need to know
I studied at FIT in NY, and this was required reading for my first draping course.It seems that a careful read of this book alone could have taught me what I needed to know.It takes practice, but boy, if you want perfect results, follow this book to the letter and it will get you there!

It was excellent
beautifu ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Art    2. Art & Art Instruction    3. Decorating - General    4. Design - General    5. Dressmaking    6. Fashion    7. Fashion design    8. General    9. Pattern design    10. Textile Fabrics    11. Art / Design / General   

Reviews (4)

Wonderful Book
As the other reviewers have indicated, this is really a wonderful book.Page after page of spectacular eye-candy.Uplifing, gorgeous interiors. A must-have for anyone who needs some decorating inspiration.

Amazing book, incredible designers!
I am floored by the interior design of Diamond Baratta and this book is filled with page after page of incredible rooms. Even if your own taste is more on the mild side--check out this book because it could very well convert you to bringing pizzazz and excitement into your own home. Highly recommended!

Best decorating book I've ever bought!
I have clipped Diamond and Baratta pictures from magazines for years. But nothing prepared me for the arrival of their first book!
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Subjects:  1. 20th century    2. Architecture    3. Diamond Baratta Design, Inc.    4. History    5. Interior Design    6. Interior Design - General    7. Interior Design - Professional Reference    8. Interior decoration    9. Themes, motives    10. United States    11. Home furnishing & decoration    12. House & Home / Decorating   

Subjects:  1. Flowering Plants (Angiospermae)    2. Flowers - Perennials    3. Gardening    4. Gardening / Horticulture    5. Gardening/Plants    6. Perennials    7. Pruning    8. Techniques    9. Gardening / Techniques    10. Gardening: plants   

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Best Bungalow Book
Together writer Jane Powell and photographer Linda Svendsen create the best bungalow books on the market.Whether you are thinking of remodelling your kitchen, changing a few details, or just want to understand the history of your kitchen, this is the book to buy.

Oh man, more than just a pretty picture book
This wonderful book also has great vintage photos and a HISTORY of why the small kitchen was such a big deal and how it evolved! Lots of good detail and information for the old house aficionado.
Cool Kitchens
This book contains an excellent collection of photos of Arts & Crafts period kitchens.It discusses the philosophy of design Gustav Stickley and others advocated and shows you the results, which are still beautiful, even after all these years.It is a little short on detail, if you wanted to reproduce the look of the Arts & Crafts kitchen, but it does spark the imagination.The examples of various kitchens is broken down by designer, so it is easy to pick out their specific design influence.I found this book an inspiration for some of the designs I would like incorporate in my own home, and combined with some other books of design details, it is excellent. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. 20th century    2. Architecture    3. History    4. Home Improvement / Construction    5. House & Home    6. Kitchens    7. Reference    8. Remodeling & Renovation - Kitchens    9. United States    10. Architecture / Decoration & Ornament    11. DIY    12. Home furnishing & decoration    13. Interior design   

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A Must Read
With 27 years of restaurant experience I know the importance of design to the success of a restaurant. What is often overlooked, however, is that the kitchen and dining spaces have to work together. The authors of Successful Restaurant Design are the first to point out the importance of a holistic approach to restaurant design. Their insights into the design process are a must read for anyone planning a new restaurant or renovating an existing facility. The chapter of interviews offers readers design tips from leading designers and restaurateurs. And the case studies offer a straighforward way of understanding simple solutions to complex issues. This book belongs in the library of every restaurateur and designer interested in keeping up with front and back of the house design. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Architecture    2. Art    3. Commercial Interior Design    4. Design and construction    5. Interior Design - General    6. Public, Commercial, or Industrial Buildings    7. Restaurants    8. Architecture / Interior Design    9. Hotel & catering trades    10. Interior design    11. Public buildings: civic, commercial, industrial, etc   

Reviews (31)

Colorful and informative
This is a great overview of AKC breeds. There are 2 full color photos (not drawings) of the dogs. I refer to this book all the time. It covers the history of the breeds, statistics, temperment,personality, health isuues, and much more. I bought one for me and one for my sister. I highly recommend this book!

Good breed information, but lacking in presentation
I have an older version of The Encyclopedia of the Dog by Bruce Fogle, and here's how they compare: Dr. Fogle's book has many more breeds, but one complaint I heard was that the information it provided on the breeds was not always accurate (I can't verify this, I'm not a vet). This book here by Dr. Coile is supposedly very accurate, but has fewer breeds (only the AKC it seems); however, I knew that before I bought it so I can't complain. Very few people own or can obtain non-AKC breeds, so reading about them would just be for pleasure for most people. That said, Dr. Coile provides more information for each breed, giving 5-scale ratings for 13 different characteristics (tempermant, grooming, heat/cold tolerance, exercise needs, etc), health concerns, breed history, etc. However, the pictures they provide aren't nearly as professional looking as the ones in Dr. Fogle's book, if that matters to you. Also, the binding is cheaper in this book. One important difference, though, is that this book contains no other information aside of about the breeds. Dr. Fogle's book, in contrast, provides the history and use of types of breeds (such as hounds, herding dogs, hunting dogs, etc, not just a particular breed), anatomy, evolution, care, training, etc. Dr. Coile provides none of that. So, if you just want a book to help you pick out an AKC breed and need accurate, more detailed breed information then this book is the better choice; but for general interest and pleasure, Dr. Fogle's book is better.

A Really Informative Book
Even this book only lists about 150 breeds of dogs and it is based on just dog breeds, it is a pretty good book. I am trying to find the right dog for someone and have used the great overall section of each breed to find that the Havanese fits her best. The breed pages include history, AKC ranking, family, area of origin, date of origin, original function, today's function, other name, temperament, upkeep, health (including major concerns, minor concerns, occasionally seen, suggested tests, life span, and a note for some breeds), energy level, excersize requirements, playfulness, affection level, friendliness toward other dogs/other pets/strangers, training, watchdog, protection, grooming, cold/heat tolerance, weight, height, form and function, and fanally, an illustrated standard. It will help you a lot in picking the right breed of dogs. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Animal Science (Specific Aspects)    2. Dog breeds    3. Dogs - Breeds    4. Encyclopedias    5. Pets    6. Pictorial works    7. Dogs    8. Pets / Dogs / Breeds    9. Reference works   

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Glorious Warm Glass
This book provides the best brief overview of kiln techniques I have seen. Clear instructions and excellent photos make new techniques accessible to someone with limited experience and the wide range of skills demonstrated should provide inspiration for even more experienced glass artists. I love this book. I also own and love the Brad Walker "Contemporary Warm Glass." You need to buy them both!

great book on Warm Glass
While 1500 degrees farenheit may seem very hot, it is relatively cool; i.e., "warm" compared to the 2500 degrees or so for the viscous liquid known as "hot" glass.
Fast delivery, excellent condition
This seller shows Amazon buying at it's best.My book arrived in exactly the condition described and in a timely fashion. And...the price was right.Couldn't ask for more. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Crafts & Hobbies    2. Crafts / Hobbies    3. Firing (Ceramics)    4. Glass & Glassware    5. Glass art    6. Glass craft    7. Glass fusing    8. Hobbies/Crafts    9. Crafts & Hobbies / Glass & Glassware    10. STUDY NOTES - SparkNotes   

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A Must Have For Every Horse Owner
This Handbook is quick and easy to use.Packed with symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments, its index and contents help horse owners to quickly locate information when its needed most.Although the book only has black and white photos, they clearly demonstrate how tos, anatomy, and display common physically symptoms.The book also has charts and diagrams on every day equine topics such as worms and necessary vaccines.The last few chapters are designated to reproduction and are equipped with useful information for an owner thinking about breeding.
GreatBook
This is a good book to have. It covers everything that you need to know about your horse. I'm sure I will use it many times!

Excellent health reference
I have several books in my library which cover equine health but this is certainly the most comprehensive.The book is set out in chapters which cover the major systems of the horse - respiratory, circulatory, nervous, reproductive etc
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Subjects:  1. Animals    2. Cardiology    3. Diseases    4. Handbooks, manuals, etc    5. Horses    6. Horses - General    7. Pets    8. Horses & ponies    9. Pets / Horses / Care    10. Veterinary science: large animals (domestic / farm)   

Reviews (94)

A great book!
I loved this book. I don't get how people thought that Jon Katz acted like he could throw away a dog and get another dog. I think by his writting he sounds like a big dog lover, and any dog lover knows you can not replace a dog in any way. So, anyway I thought the book was written well and very humerous at times. He writes so well, that I can really picture was is going on in my head when Devon the Border Collie misbehaved. I loved this book and all the books Jon Katz has written about his dogs. I think he is a well respected writer in the dog world, and I think he should keep writting about his dogs. Any Dog person should pick up one of his books, this one especially.

Its A Dog's Life
I love Border Collie's and this is the first Katz book I have read. I had to buy just because of the cover page. Katz does a great job of explaining everything from joy to the trials and tribulations that dog owners and lovers experience every day. It gets a little too cute for me at times, but does a great job sharing with us what life is like with a pet. It is definitely a dog's life.

An EXCELLENT book all the way !!
Mr. Katz is an AMAZING author.Wonderfully well written.A hilarious look at the life and actions of a dog with "issues".Proof that with an informed, caring owner can help a canine with issues become a wonderful companion. I read this book last fall, then proceeded to purchase a copy for every dog lover on my Christmas list.I have since purchased every book written by Jon Katz. I look forward to more books by this author. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Anecdotes    2. Behavior    3. Dogs    4. Dogs - General    5. Human-animal relationships    6. Katz, Jon    7. New Jersey    8. Pets    9. Pets / Dogs / General   

Reviews (14)

not a beginner book
This book goes indepth about the anatomy and physiology of mushrooms, soft corals and anemones. Not a great reference guide for choosing specimens for your It tends to generalize by family and/or genus vs species. If you are new to saltwater and are looking for a reference to choose items for your tank this would not be my first choice.

THE reference for that field
Just like the vol. 1, that is a must-have book. Please note that the vol. 3 should be released late Nov. 2005.
One of the best of the best vol.2
This volume of the series covers the soft corals and sea anemones; very important topics indeed for reef aquarium. The two books together are still not complete as� there are many organisms found in a reef aquaria still not covered. In this series. A fine glossary accompanies this book. Much of what I had to gleen by trial and error and by reading arcane publications over the years is covered in this book. Approachable to the beginner yet� a lot of substance for the expert.
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Subjects:  1. Animals / Pets    2. Aquariums    3. Captive marine aquariums    4. Coral reef animals    5. Fish & Aquariums    6. Identification    7. Marine Fauna    8. Marine Life    9. Marine invertebrates    10. Nature    11. Nature/Ecology    12. Pets    13. Tropics    14. Fish    15. Tropical Fish   

Editorial Review

Lauren Bacall gets cranky when Barefoot Contessa, an East Hampton specialty food store/institution for more than 20 years, is sold out of Indonesian Ginger Chicken. She can now thank her lucky stars that exuberant owner Ina Garten has written Read more

Reviews (192)

Great Book
This book has some great recipes, very easy and yet the food tastes very sophisticated.The BBQ chicken and potato salad are the best I've ever had.The only negative is that there aren't many beef or pork options and seems a bit more female oriented but overall a good buy.

A classic!
This book has it all--so beautiful, great recipes and Ina's friendly voice. I love cookbooks with photos and this is one of the best! All the recipes that I have tried are wonderful. This is one of my favorite books to give as a gift.

Beautiful cookbook/Easy to use
This book is beautiful to look at; the full-size photos of the dish, the thick, glossy pages, and the additional notes next to the recipes make this a useful addition to any cook's collection.(It would make a perfect gift, too!)Yes, the recipes do call for extra-large eggs but, so what?! Buy a dozen!!I also especially liked the source lists at the end of the book.The recipes I've made all came out really well; there is something for everyone here. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Barefoot Contessa (Store)    2. Cookery    3. Cooking    4. Cooking / Wine    5. Entertaining - Party Planning    6. General    7. Cooking / Entertaining    8. General cookery   

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Excellent text book for environmental system course and design studio
A very clear and concise presentation of the basic material (as stated in the title) for all architecture, construction science, and interior design undergraduate students.The three tier conceptual approach, presented at the beginning, really helps the students understand the structure of the presentation.The "key ideas" section at the end of each chapter helps the students study for my quizzes too. I have found that the appendices and bibliography are very helpful for graduate students - further study. At the beginning of the semester, an undergraqduate ID student ask me what the relevance of the story about Easter Island had for her.By the time we arrived at the chpaters on "Lighting", she told me she got it.The biggest problem with using this book in a undergraduate lecture course for design students is that the studio instructors can no longer say that the students "said they didn't get" both the sustainability issues and technical information needed to have a strong basic understanding to apply to design thinking. Now they will be forced to invent other reasons for why students are not required to fully integrate by 4th year studio and beyond - and still develop strong conceptual ideas.Among other reference text, I also found that Allen/Iano's "Studio Companion" as a supplement is helpful for further visualizing the HVAC systems and their direct application to building design thinking. The major technical weakness/omission is that it is missing one good chapter dedicated to water - hence the 4 star instead of 5 star rating in my opinion.

Oh Norbert!
Any owner of a pith helmet with attached solar-powered fan will love this book. I have only met one such person, the author. However, this book represents the most rigorous process for sustainable design that I have encountered. This is the place to start if you need LEEDs certification.

Heating, Cooling, Lighting : Design Methods for Architects
1614/784 Moo 6, Sukhumvit Road T. Taiban A. Muang Samutprakran 10280 Tel. (661) 699-4334 ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Air conditioning    2. Architecture    3. Construction - Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning    4. General    5. Heating    6. Lighting    7. Technology & Industrial Arts    8. Architectural structure & design    9. Heating, lighting, ventilation    10. Interior design    11. Technology / Construction / Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning