Ghost Walker

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If you like Tony Hillerman, you'll also enjoy and appreciate Margaret Coel--whose endearing hero Father John O'Malley treats his Arapaho parishioners with respect and kindness. In his second outing, Father O'Malley has to deal with a disappearing corpse and the suspicions of the local police. Hillerman has called Coel a "master"; he isn't just being kind to a younger writer.

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Father John O'Malley is my new favourite sleuth........2006-09-18

Margaret Coel's Father John O'Malley series is a winner. Her characters are strong and realistic, and Father John himself is one of the most endearing sleuths I've come across in this genre for quite some time. In this book Father John and his lawyer friend Vicky become involved with some really bad dudes. They both see that their beloved Wind River Reservation is facing a terrible danger, and it is up to them to avert it. One of the nicest things about these books is the nice mix that Coel pens between the white world and the world of the Reservation. As we read we see that there is some tension there, but these two cultures do mange to coexist together. I can't wait to read the next one.

Strong characters put to the test.......2005-08-29

Margaret Coel has said she has her characters face great challenges in order to see what they're made of. In "The Ghost Walker," her second mystery in a series, Father John O'Malley and Vicky Holden definitely get put through the wringer, which was a bit torturous for me to read, since I have already come to care about these characters so much.

But Father John and Vicky rise to meet their respective challenges with dignity, grace and humanity. Vicky struggles to save her drug-addicted daughter from a group of men who could be killers, while Father John combats plans to shut down his beloved Jesuit mission while wrestling with his own feelings for Vicky and his alcoholism.

As far as the mystery goes, Coel once again makes it clear who the bad guys are early in the novel. Normally, this would kill any suspense, but Coel has a gift for making you want to keep reading even when she lets you in on her secrets. You want to see how all the pieces will finally fit together, and you want to further probe the motives of the villains who bring such chaos to other people's lives.

"The Ghost Walker" wasn't just a page-turning mystery. It was a top-notch, character-driven novel with two protagonists you really want to see triumph in the end.

Second in the series.......2003-11-18

In this book Father John O'Malley discovers a dead body beside the road. His credibility takes a beating when the police return and the body is gone. At this point, Father John makes it his mission to find the body and discover who has died. When a commercial developer threatens to take over Father O'Malley's mission and turn it into a recreation center, he becomes distraught and is tempted to turn to alcohol, which has been the bane of his existence for many years. Instead, he teams up with Arapaho attorney Vicky Holden, and tries to solve the murder while helping Vicky with her drug-addicted daughter, Susan. This book, while not as compelling as the first book of the series, "The Eagle Catcher", is still a good read.

Hmmmm.... Perhaps the others are better?.......2003-03-30

Ghost Walker is the story of Father O'Malley a Jesuit priest who works at St. Francis on the Arapaho reservation, and in his free time solves crime. Father O'Malley is a likeable character, with two problems: he has just discovered a body in a ditch by the side of the road, and two: he has financial trouble and is having difficulty making ends meet.

I wanted to like Ghost Walker, because it contained some of my favorite fictional elements: Native American Characters and Mystery, but the writing was inconsistent, and I really couldn't decide whether this book was supposed to be a 'cozy' mystery or hard-edged murder mystery, as a result it was neither, and the story suffered as a result.

Pros: Unique characters, interesting setting, some Native American Lore described.

Cons: O'Malley interfered WAY too much in Police Investigations. Police AND FBI, seemed to sit by the phone, waiting for O'Malley to call. (Yeah, right.) Substance and Alcohol Abuse themes felt a little bit heavy-handed for this reader, and I felt a bit sermonized to. The ending left me saying: Where's the mystery?

Overall, this was an okay read. I would have liked it better if it had been either a hard-edged mystery or a cozy. As both, it was rather weak, and it left me with a blah, ambivalent feeling.

Disappointing.......2002-05-29

After consuming everything Hillerman has written, and learning something new about Native American culture from each book, and after Hillerman's squib on the Dust jacket, my expectations were set so far above what this trite book delivered that even two stars seems kind... As a 1/8 Arapaho [& 1/8 Blackfoot] i had hoped to learn something about their life. The characterizations were also paper thin, including both the male and female protagonists... and the denouement was telegraphed for miles... ergo, even as a mystery/suspense novel, this one flunked.

Ghostmasters: A Look Back at America's Midnight Spook Shows

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Another side to the story
one of those books that makes life magical

Ghostmasters: A Look Back at America's Midnight Spook Shows
Mark Walker
Manufacturer: Cool Hand Communications
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 1567901468

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An history of the spook shows of the 1930's and 40's.

"This is a book that makes me want to don a gorilla suit and rip apart a blonde with my bare claws. It's a true history of my artistic idols: the mad doctors and maniacal magicians who toured with live midnight fright shows, and scared the bejeezus out of hormone-pumped teenagers on dates. In my opinion, an absolute must-read for horror and magic fans." -- Teller of Penn & Teller

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Another side to the story.......2004-05-27

WOW!!! What a great book. You would never know that magicians of this caliber would do spook shows, but they did. This book is full of interesting stories and great pictures of some of the greatest magicians performing spook magic. What a lost art. If your looking to add a new twist to you performance, this book is all you need to get your imagination going. I'm glade I have my copy.

one of those books that makes life magical.......1999-11-18

This book opened my eyes not only to a forgotten history of spookshows and midnight movies,but to the practice of magic by many of it's main proponents in this century. The pictures of the ghostmasters and their wonderful old sets and adverts are worth a search alone.

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A Man with Two Souls
An excellent book of knowlege about wildlife

The Ghost Walker
R. D. Lawrence
Manufacturer: Henry Holt & Co
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0030615941

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A Man with Two Souls.......2001-06-06

This has to be one of my most favorite books of all time! R.D. Lawrence not only gives a factual accounting of the lifestyle of the mountain lion in situ, he does it with an incredible empathy. His description of the wilderness habitat of the cougar and its fellow inhabitants is breath-takingly painted with masterful wording; it draws you in, it brings you THERE. His feeling for the object of his study is incredibly personal,insightful,concise, and haunting in its attitude of acceptance of the almost mystical relationship he feels with the species. When he first physically encounters Ghost,"his" cougar,he speaks of feeling as if he was two separate entities: the factual,observant scientist and the curious,awe-struck, vulnerable human. He DOES give much information on the cougar,but you can also sense the terrible anguish he feels,personally, about the loss of each one(in other parts of the book) and his tremendous concern in the survival of the species as a whole. Mr. Lawrence treats each individual cougar AS a TRUE individual;a creature with its own personality, not with just the cold,impersonal categorizing title of "animal". The vibrancy of his attitude of "fellow-creature" towards this wonderful big cat makes me wonder if he isn't really a cougar in part, inside his soul. Mr. Lawrence, you have one very staunch fan and fellow lover of the mountain lion right here!

An excellent book of knowlege about wildlife.......1999-05-27

Mr. Lawrence draws deeply on his life experience with nature and writes true facts about the cougar and how it lives life day in and day out.

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Good concept, strong writing and art.

Tron (The Ghost in the Machine, No. 1)
Landry Walker , Eric Jones , and Louie De Martinis
Manufacturer: SLG Publishing
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Binding: Comic

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ASIN: 1593620411

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Inspired by TRON, Disney's groundbreaking science-fiction motion picture classic, TRON: GHOST IN THE MACHINE takes place in present day, over two decades after the events of the film. Jet Bradley, son of the original TRON programmer Alan Bradley, has recently escaped the computer world. But his experiences within cyberspace have left him emotionally scarred - vivid nightmares plague him, and he's become paranoid and unstable. He shuns technology wherever possible, leaving him effectively crippled in the modern world.

And now something within the computer world wants him back.

Exploring the fast-paced action from the hit film and video game, plus the impact of experiencing the cyberworld on the human psyche, TRON: GHOST IN THE MACHINE starts a thrilling new chapter in the TRON saga.

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Good concept, strong writing and art........2006-10-03

Expanding the Tron universe is a very cool concept. Especially when the authors include characters we are familiar with from the original disney movie. It really made me want to go back and review the classic film, solidifying the bizarre childhood memories of the movie my brain meats had formed.

My only question is: When will they make a second issue? I'd really like to read it! I hope Slave Labor keeps this project churning.

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THE GHOST WALKER
R. D. Lawrence
Manufacturer: Totem Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: 0002172747

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Star Trek: Ghost Walker

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Binding: Hardcover

Holy Ghost Thou Art Loosed: The Chains Are Off! Volume 1

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Holy Ghost Thou Art Loosed: The Chains Are Off! Volume 1
Sharon, D. Walker
Manufacturer: AuthorHouse
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1425918441

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This book is a must read for all of those who are looking for a true word in a deceptive society. Finally, read a book that says what you've been thinking, but to afraid to say. Today in the Body of Christ Christian morale and true leadership is at an all time low. Many leaders are committing such wickedness in the church as; spiritual incest (having sexual relations with their own congregational members); feeding themselves and not the flocks (where as the sheep are destitute and living without; while pastors and leaders are making a living on their flocks; living and driving the finest). Many pastors and leaders are molesting children, or allowing them to be molested. They boldly walk in a Laocidean spirit, where money has become their great god; they preach a watered down and powerless gospel, and are afraid to speak or stand for truth. The result is; weak, frail, compromising, powerless, and misguided flocks. Such sheep are in search of a shepherd. Should not the shepherds be searching for the sheep? Jesus foretold us that such apostasy would take place in the church. In spite of this truth; there are still many godly leaders who will not bow their knee to Baal; or worship the false gods of compromise, materialism, idolatry, spiritual bribery, or participate in the secret worship of Satan. Though, their voices seem to be muffled by the outcry of those who desire to fulfill the lusts of their flesh, rather than to fulfill the Will of God in their lives. God is bringing to the forefront a remnant army of prophetic and apostolic leaders that will declare as the Lord has declares! They will not compromise! Pastor Sharon Walker is one of many such people. In this book Holy Ghost Thou art Loosed/ The Chains are Off! You will be challenged to change. Confronted with truth that has been avoided in many sanctuaries around the world, and most of all you will recognize the need of the Holy Ghost to be loosed in every area of our lives! After reading this book, you will shout with those who have been transformed by this book; Holy Ghost Thou art Loosed/ The Chains are Off!

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A Sense of Depravity
Melissa Anne Walker
Manufacturer: PublishAmerica
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Binding: Paperback

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Let's see…you've got a bald midget, a bad cop, a psycho woman who lives alone in the woods, mad dogs, train-hopping bums and college girls. Sounds like the ingredients for a horror movie set. Mix them all together, and you've got a really great story. Such is the tale of A Sense of Depravity—people in the wrong place at the wrong time doing the wrong thing.

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Walker and The Ghost Dance: Plays
Derek Walcott
Manufacturer: Farrar, Straus and Giroux
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ASIN: 0374528144

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Dazzling dramas on American themes from the Nobel laureate

On a cold winter's day on the Dakota plains, Catherine Weldon receives a caller, Kicking Bear, bringing news of Indian rebellion. In the fort nearby, a tiny community splinters apart over how to react. In Ghost Dance, first performed in 1989, Walcott turns a story with a foregone conclusion -- Sitting Bull and his Sioux followers will die at the hands of the Army and Indian agents -- into a portrait of life at a crossroads of American history.

In Walker, an opera first performed in 1992 and revised for its revival in 2001, Walcott shifts his attention east, taking for his subject David Walker, the nineteenth-century black abolitionist. In Walcott 's hands Walker becomes a classical hero for his people: a leader who is also a poet.

Life Goes On: A Harmony Novel (Walker Large Print)

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Lige Goes on: A Harmony Novel
Sam's job is threatened
Bashed conservative...
Life Goes On: A Harmony Novel
Warning: Book May Cause Momentary Loss of Bladder Control ...

Life Goes On: A Harmony Novel (Walker Large Print)
Philip Gulley
Manufacturer: Walker Large Print
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ASIN: 1594150702

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Pastor Sam Gardner is back in his fourth year serving the eccentric Quaker community of Harmony, Indiana, which continues to bustle with gossip, scandals, and small-town fervor. This year, the Sausage Queen is impeached after a shocking revelation, plunging the town into anarchy as her many and varied responsibilities go unmet. Dale Hinshaw gets his comeuppance when his wife, Dolores, hits the road, leaving Sam to cook Dale's food and do his laundry. With a new doctor in town, Deena Morrison's days of spinsterhood might be drawing to a close, while the Friendly Women's Circle beseeches the Lord for new kitchen cabinets.

Amidst the surprising and annoying struggles of his congregants, Sam's commitment is put to the test. As he sits in the empty meetinghouse on a snowy Sunday, Sam wrestles with what it means to faithfully preach the gospel to this community. He becomes even more endearing as he faithfully seeks to serve his quirky flock.

A masterful storyteller who peppers his narrative with profound spiritual truths in the most natural way, Gulley has created a fictional world that will quickly become a welcome refuge.

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Lige Goes on: A Harmony Novel.......2007-03-12

Excellent story. Phillip Gulley writes "feel good" books with plenty of good humor included.

Sam's job is threatened.......2006-12-14

In the Harmony series, Philip Gulley tells funny stories about the Quaker congregation of Sam Gardner, the hard-working and sometime misunderstood pastor of Quaker community in Harmony, Indiana. The bain of Sam's existence is Dale Hinshaw, a fundamentalist who is always vigilant in his search for the religious shortcomings of others, especially Sam. There is also Fern, another judgmental parishioner, Opal Majors, "a notorious hypochondriac, and Bea Majors who plays the organ loudly and off key. These and other interesting characters make for major headaches for Sam. Towards the end of the book, Sam reaches a crisis of conscience when he realizes that he has been pacifying these people in their pettiness instead of standing up for what he really believes. When he tries to assert himself, his job is threatened. Gulley handles all of these plot twists and characters with a light touch and there are lots of chuckles in these books.

Bashed conservative..........2006-04-20

This book was splendid, enjoyed every chapter of it. This review is mainly in answer to the previous reviewer. It isn't fun to be bashed now is it? Well, no one likes being bashed so if you want to be a conservative, who do nothing but put others down, you had better be able to take a bit of your own medicine.

Philip Gulley has, as always expressed his views in a humorous yet realistic way, and it is indeed time for someone to bash the all-bashing conservatives! Ten kudos for Philip Gulley!

Life Goes On: A Harmony Novel.......2006-02-21

I, too, would like a refund. I, too, feel duped. I so thoroughly enjoyed the first 2 Harmony books that I bought the rest of them without knowing that the happy little benign series had turned into a liberal soapbox for the author. Interesting how Pastor Sam, who is supposed to be so broad-minded and free-thinking, has such a narrow, bigoted view of conservative Christians. And why Mr. Gulley has chosen to risk alienating such a large sector of Christians (who typically enjoy buying family-oriented books) I can't imagine. Apparently he doesn't need our money (I'm sorry he got any of mine at all!). Therefore, being the narrow-minded kook that Mr. Gulley has estimated me to be, I will advise conservative Christians to stay away from this Harmony book; you won't come away happy - unless you enjoy being bashed by yet another "enlightened" liberal.

Warning: Book May Cause Momentary Loss of Bladder Control ..........2005-07-05

... seriously. I laughed so hard reading this novel, my husband repeatedly kept coming in the room to check on me and make sure I was OK.

Philip Gulley manages to capture the inner struggle of many Christians who occupy a pew alongside the Dale Hinshaws of this world. It would be easy to dismiss Dale as a shallow stereotype -- except for the fact that I've known several men who were just like him. And their antics make you embarrassed to admit you're a Christian at times.

Far from painting conservatives as idiots (I actually know some fairly bright ones!) I think Dale's character ultimately illustrates the humanity behind some of the bothersome people we "love to hate" in our congregations.

Plus, as another reviewer stated -- and I'm paraphrasing here a bit -- we've *all* been Dale at one point or another ... perhaps out of self-righteousness, or even simple misguidance. In the end, many of us have probably at times worked at cross-purposes with the religion we supposedly embrace.

To the folks who got their hackles raised ... lighten up. You're only perpetuating the "narrow-minded" label by threatening never to buy/read another of Gulley's novels again. Might as well throw in a book-burning party while you're at it. (That'll show 'em!)

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Punisher: No Escape.......2007-03-24

When a crimelord decides to do some violent housecleaning of some low-level mobsters who've been doing him wrong in the drug trade, he goes too far and eliminates their families as well, in a series of bombings. This attracts the wrath of the Punisher. But when the Punisher tries to get to the man responsible through an underling who still remains alive, that fellow--after an intense chase and gun battle atop a moving train--jumps to his death rather than risk his boss's vengeance, the Punisher sees all avenues leading to any kind of retribution drying up fast. All the lowlevel vermin he'd been keeping tabs on to get to the bigwigs are dying off!

The crimelord, or mobster, or druglord if you prefer--named Mangano--goes on the offensive by offering a super-powered mercenary-type named Paladin to kill the Punisher. Paladin is a favourite minor Marvel character of mine, so I was a bit shocked to see him take a contract from a mobster, but Mangano does use the argument that the Punisher himself is a wanted criminal, and he's right.

Meanwhile, the Punisher has his colleague and all-around computer whiz called Microchip start looking for new leads to the bomber or bombers. But this backfires rather spectacularly; Micro doesn't know the leads he finds are honey traps, with Paladin waiting at the other end. And to make matters worse, Washington's Commission For Superhuman Affairs sends their prize puppet, John Walker aka US Agent, to capture the Punisher. But even that does not go smoothly. The US Agent has been developing a mind of his own, and when he attacks the Punisher, our (marginal) hero with the skull on his chest does some fast-talking to get John Walker over to his side, at least until a few crimelords have been permanently shut down. Then they'll settle up.

This is not a classic Punisher tale, and the dialogue is wooden, but I've liked Tod Smith's art since his Vigilante days at DC; I think he does fights, chases, and shootouts very very well--and his angry men look exceptionally angry. There are some cool twists and turns in between the skirmishes with Paladin, and even some, dare I say it, noble heroics when Punisher and US Agent team up to save some lives. Then there are all the killings, of course, but he is the Punisher after all. He doesn't leave people in a web-ball for the police to pick up.

The final fight between Paladin and--not the Punisher but rather--the US Agent, is quick but exciting (Paladin looks pretty impressive througout this story until things slowly start to turn against him). And the Punisher must tread very carefully as he closes in on Mangano the murderous mobman on the creepo's own turf, because Mangano has proven to be capable of anything, and he's got Microchip as a hostage (Paladin, a busy fellow indeed, had snatched the poor geek).

This is a noisy, fast-paced affair with some decent attempts at being clever. But it's really only a variation on Punisher vs. the Mob, and that's familiar territory.

fun????????.......2006-04-25

straight forward tale of the vigilante punisher being pursued by the goverment (super solider u s agent) and the mob (genetic modified super crim.... palidan!) written by greg wright , he gives this all a sense of fun and good art too by todd smith make this not a half bad buy.....

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Now You Can Keep Diabetes Under Control
It's simple: If you have type 2 diabetes, the only way to ward off serious symptoms is to keep your blood sugar within acceptable levels. So how can you do it? Through proper nutrition, the master key to controlling blood sugar. You need to understand which foods to eat, when to eat them, and in what amounts, and at the same time, establish regular exercise habits to optimize your health.
Inside is everthing you need to know about managing type 2 diabetes through proper nutrition. From how to handle the initial diagnosis to discussions on every major dietary component, you'll uncover the science behind treating diabetes the right way.
Inside, everything you need to know about nutrition and diabetes, including:
·How can exercise and weight management improve my blood sugar control?
·What can I do to lower my cholesterol and blood pressure?
·How can I lose weight and keep it off?
·Should I count carbohydrates?
·Can I eat sugar, and are artificial sweeteners safe?
·How much protein should I eat?
·Is it okay to consume alcohol?
·Do I need supplements?
·How can I read and understand food labels?
·What's the best way to treat low blood sugar?
"A timely and comprehensive roadmap to improving blood glucose control and reducing diabetes complications through simple modifications of diet and lifestyle."
— Susan Carter, M.S., R.D., C.D.E., Stanford University Hospital
"An excellent book! Sherri Shafer draws on her extensive personal experience in nutritional management to make the dietary approach a very practical one. She doesn't emphasize the complete alteration of diet, but instead, how diet can be modified within the framework of an individual's personal preferences."
— Raghu Mirmira, M.D., Ph.D., assistant professor, University of Virginia Diabetes Center

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Excellent resource for quick perusal and management.......2006-01-11

I met Sherri Shafer at UCSF, and this book is an extension of the great work that UCSF does for the diabetic community. It is light reading, but detailed enough to get you started if you've been diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes. The focus is on explaining how Diabetes affects your body, and gives you information about how nutrition and exercise are a huge factor in managing your blood sugar. There are helpful management tips, food information, and a "detailed enough" description of foods and the properties you're looking for to manage various aspects of your diet.

It is an excellent reference to keep on the shelf as well, in order to refresh your memory when you start to slide in your management regimen. Having a resource like this helps a lot, since having Diabetes sucks, and it takes a lot of knowledge and support to keep on track.

It is also a great book for friends and family of people with Type 2, to help them understand what you're going through and help you by supporting good health and good habits. Because it is a light read, you aren't asking too much to have them read it...

Great resource book but lacks depth.......2005-07-13

If you are looking for a good book on what Type 2 diabetes is about then this book is the one for you. As a new to diabetes patient I was looking for some real tips and depth on how to manage my eating and diet. This book did not offer anything new that you could not find in other sources or the internet.

It is well laid out and written with a good beginners guide on how various food intereact with your body. It has all the basics you need to understand what is going on with your body. Also some very basic guide lines on Calorie intact and exercise.

But to call it a Complete Food Mangement Program is a bit misleading. I was expecting more indepth talks about the relation ship between meal time and blood sugars. More indepth about how exercise works in conjuction with proper eating and keeping your blood sugar lower. I realize that everyone is different in terms of what the basic needs are, but more numbers would have been nice.

A great resource.......2002-03-07

This is a fantastic book. I highly recommend it for anyone who has been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, and also for anyone living with someone with diabetes. What is most refreshing about the book is that it is really a practical guide for healthy living. It clearly explains the interactions of food and exercise and alcohol and overall lifestyle, and how these components work together to affect blood sugar. It also answers questions related to diabetes in specific populations--kids, pregnant women, and older people. With so much information out there promoting fad diets and supplements, it is great to have a resource like this to debunk the myths and give the straight story.

An Awesome Reference!.......2001-12-28

I would recommend this book to professionals as well as non-professionals living and/or working with diabetes. As a social worker working with families living with diabetes, I found this book extremely informational and it increased my knowledge and understanding of many aspects of diabetes in an easy-to-read and easy-to-follow format. I would recommend this book to anyone with diabetes or with a child with diabetes.

Diabetes 2 Complete Food Management Program.......2001-12-15

I don't have Diabetes but anyone would really benefit from reading this because weight control, blood pressure and heart health are about everyone's health!

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A Book for Big Fans of Jerky

Not recommended for USDA employees!

Jerky: Make Your Own Delicious Jerky and Jerky Dishes Using Beef, Venison, Fish, or Fowl
A. D. Livingston
Manufacturer: The Lyons Press
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ASIN: 1585742481

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A guide to making the popular high-protein, low-fat dried meat snack.

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A Book for Big Fans of Jerky.......2002-09-13

Whether you are a big fan of jerky, or a fan of big (lots) of jerky, this book has something for you. I never knew there were so many different recipes for jerky until I bought this book. The results taste far better than anything I've ever bought in a store. I highly recommend the book. Recipes frequently call for several pounds of meat, but you can either scale them down, or just use less meat and make more marinade than you need. The novice chef needn't worry: The recipes are very simple.

Another review notes that the author deviates from standard guidelines when it comes to cooking temperatures, and that's true. However, most recipes call for temperatures of 140 degrees, which is just slightly below the minimum temperature of 145 recommended by the FDA. When you consider that jerky spends 8-10 hours in the oven, I don't think food safety is an issue at these temperatures for anything other than pork, which the author recommends against.

Recipes that call for lower temperatures are left to the reader's discretion, but clearly marked as such.

Not recommended for USDA employees!.......2002-04-07

Livingston takes a definite outdoorsman approach to jerky. He is sharply critical of USDA safety regulations, and he doesn't believe in nitrate cure as a preservative (he includes it in a few recipes, but says it's for preserving the color of the meat, not as a safety procedure). Some of the air-drying recipes gave me the willies just thinking about them! Livingston's approach to safety is to use meat from trusted sources, which often means avoiding the local supermarket in favor of a butcher or processor. He says if you use meat from known sources you'll avoid many problems. Good advice, but not always practical.
The book is lively and readable, but too many of the recipes are for curing 10 pounds of meat -- I wish he'd included smaller-quantity versions of some of them.
This is NOT the definitive book for beginning jerky-makers, but it's probably a good buy for an experienced jerky-maker to add to his/her library.

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