English Foxhound (Kennel Club Dog Breed Series)

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The thoroughbred hunting dog, accompanying the Red Coats on horseback or America's first President, could only be the English Foxhound, a distinctive, regal breed of scenthound derived from the centuries-old packs of France. The breed we know today as the English Foxhound is a skilled tracking dog, prized for his athletic ability and stamina. Although not as commonly kept as a pet as the smaller foxhound (the Beagle, by name), the English Foxhound can make a handsome companion for the right active owner who is able to meet his particular needs and requirements. They are known to be excellent companions for children and make a happy-go-lucky, friendly family dog.

New owners will welcome the author's advice on selecting a well-bred puppy and caring for it, as well as insight on how to train the very bright and sometimes stubborn Foxhound. This book provides the much-needed factual information about Foxhound history, characteristics and standard, plus advice on feeding, housebreaking, health care. and solving puppy problems. In addition to an authoritative, comprehensive text, this book presents over 135 photographs in full color, which prove to be as informative as they are attractive.

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English Foxhound, Complete & Reliable Guide: A Complete and Reliable Handbook (Rx-124)
Emily Latimer , and Suzy Reingold
Manufacturer: TFH Publications
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The foxhounds of Great Britain and Ireland; their masters and huntsmen
Humphrey Francis De Trafford
Manufacturer: Walter Southwood & Company
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ASIN: B00088QX3M

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How to Raise and Train an English Foxhound
Ernest H. Hart
Manufacturer: T.F.H. Publications
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American Foxhound Champions, English Foxhound Champions, Harrier Champions, 1952-1992
Camino Books Inc.
Manufacturer: Camino E E & Book Co
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A guide to the foxhounds and staghounds of England;: To which are added, The otter-hounds and harriers of several counties
Gêlert
Manufacturer: Whittaker & Co
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ASIN: B00089M0DS

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Hounds;: An account of the kennels of Great Britain with some record of make, shape and pedigree
C. R Acton
Manufacturer: H. Cranton limited
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Loved the hats

Hip Knit Hats

Buy This One

Well Worth The Price

Great in spite of errors

Hip Knit Hats: 40 Fabulous Designs
Cathy Carron
Manufacturer: Lark Books
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 1579906443

Book Description

Every knitter will adore these timeless, fashionable, and extremely wearable hats, all photographed on models in a chic urban setting. Most of the projects involve knitting in the round, so a thorough overview explains the technique, as well as basic hat forms, choosing a yarn, and accessible techniques such as felting. Try a shaped ribbon yarn hat with equally decorative and functional earflaps. A simple brimmed felted wool hat becomes a fashion statement with a brightly colored decorative edging. Whip up a chunky seed stitch cap in just a matter of hours. Even the simplest designs are stylish, using great color combinations and yarns with irresistible textures. And, because the patterns come with both medium and large sizes, you can knit to fit.

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Loved the hats.......2007-08-09

Loved the book. The author posted the pattern corrections on her site and stated they are fixed in the 5th edition. Pictures are crisp and patterns seem easy to follow. Can't wait to get started.

Hip Knit Hats.......2007-02-26

I bought this book because the hats were so cute. I have made the "Bobbi" hat three times and ripped it apart three times because the bobbles did not line up. I finally decided to look online to see if anyone else had problems with this pattern. I found that the author, Cathy Carron, has posted corrections to 15 of the 40 patterns on her website. Unbelievable. So I now have the corrections and can make the hat successfuly. Also unbelievable is that this is the 4th edition of this book. I will never buy another book by this author again until I read a review assuring me that it is error free.

Buy This One.......2007-02-12

I LOVE this book! Finally, a knitting book that I will actually use. Out of the 40 patterns, I would actually make probably 33 of them, compared to other knitting books I buy, where I am happy if I think I would actually make from four to six of the patterns in the book.

The only pattern I got stuck on, so far, was the one for entrelac, even though I have already done entrelac twice. I don't know what I did wrong, but will probably try it again.

I also really like page 16, where it explains how to combine different yarns to get thicknesses that are equivalent to sport, worsted, heavy worsted, chunky, or bulky. This is going to help me a lot.

I found one mistake though, so far, on page 91: In the section called "Turn of Crown and Rise", in line three it should say "With color A: K 5 rnds" instead of "With color A: P 5 rnds".

Well Worth The Price .......2006-12-04

I love the felting chapter! I made Lydia, the 1920's inspired cloche, felted it, made a felted flower for it (instructions included), and now have a hat I love. It truly looks like I paid the moon and the stars at a Soho boutique. More importantly, I feel like a million bucks because I made this gorgeous thing myself.

Great in spite of errors.......2006-12-01

I agree with some previous posters. The basic hat design has a mistake in the first row of increases and if you aren't experienced enough to catch it, it would be too discouraging to try to work thorugh. One pattern I tried had some bad mistakes toward the end that I was able to work around by just lookig at the picture and making my way along, but a novice would probably just toss it aside.

That being said, the patterns are adorable and they really DO look great on the wearer. I'd even give the book as a gift after downloading the corrections and making a clear disclaimer.

The fiber industry is probably glad I found the book because I have bought LOADS of bulky and chunky yarns to play with these designs.

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how to grow world class pumpkins 1

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What A GREAT BOOK!!

How-to-Grow World Class Giant Pumpkins III
Don Langevin
Manufacturer: Annedwn Publishing
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0963279319

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The reader will find much in this third book in a trilogy of information on growing giant pumpkins. How-to-Grow World Class Giant Pumpkins, III presents the newest information on cultural methods, who's who, and records. New ideas about plant size and pruning strategies throw a whole new light on the grower with only a small area to devote to giant pumpkins. New discoveries involving the use of considerably more calcium in feeding programs, a steadily growing consensus on the use of nitrogen, the beginnings of a real effort at applying genetic theory in pollination strategies, how-to select the best seed, and the controversial subject of genetic manipulation, all required an airing-out here.

The explosion in the number of growers gathering information via the internet, either through website information, or through open forums with other growers via message boards, has become a major accelerator in the learning curve of all growers. Seed auctions, message boards, and a site devoted entirely to maintaining a database of pumpkin genetic backgrounds, all contribute to a shortening of the time it takes to succeed in this sport. I would be remiss if I did not spend the time to write about these valuable resources, and convey any new discoveries to you.

If you want to grow a world record giant pumpkin, you will find much in this book to to help you.

If your goal is 1500 pounds, then you've come to the right place.

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how to grow world class pumpkins 1.......2007-05-07

good informative book gives good basic information to build on great

A Must Have.......2004-03-26

Part III of the "trilogy" is a beautifully done book that you will read again and again. It introduces you to some of the top growers in the world and gives the latest growing techniques. I would suggest getting part II as well.

What A GREAT BOOK!!.......2004-03-26

This is a great follow up to the other two books. It goes into great detail about genetics inparticular. It also covers just about everything else very nicely. As a pumpkin grower myself this book helped me grow a 370.6 pound pumpkin my first year! You could grow one too with the expert advice of this book!

How-to-Grow World Class Giant Pumpkins II: Sequel to the Classic Book on Growing Giant Pumpkins

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Great work, great photography and writing!
Don't go in the patch until you read this book, period!
WONDERFUL BOOK for giant pumpkin growers!

How-to-Grow World Class Giant Pumpkins II: Sequel to the Classic Book on Growing Giant Pumpkins
Don Langevin
Manufacturer: Annedawn Pub
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0963279351

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Great work, great photography and writing!.......2000-06-27

I really love a how-to book that uses great photos to illustrate. This book is perhaps that best that I have seen in this regard. The photos are simply superb. I think photos in a book like this should be one part "eye candy" to draw interest, and two parts used to illustrate a point or to inform. Again, this book is the best I've seen on this point.

The writing is also excellent. Its well researched and well written in a simple, yet pleasing style. Of course, if you're into growing giant pumpkins this book is absolutely essential, and you probably have it, or should get it. If you're not into pumpkins but want to write a "how-to" book, get this one to see the best.

Don't go in the patch until you read this book, period!.......1999-10-11

This colorful, informative book covers everything a grower needs to know to grow a pumpkin that will be the envy of the neighborhood. I give a tremendous amount of credit to this book for having helped me to grow an 819 pound pumpkin. If you have any desire to grow a giant pumpkin, then this book is worth its weight in gourds.

Read this book and start a hobby that will last a lifetime.

WONDERFUL BOOK for giant pumpkin growers!.......1998-11-22

I have read and enjoyed this book - more importantly the information was great in helping my pumpkins grow larger. The intended audience is one who wishes to grow BIG, and I mean BIG pumpkins. Growing large pumpkins can be done by anyone (with the help of this book). It is also a fun hobby that you can enjoy with your children. There is nothing like putting a 500+ pound orange jack-o-lantern on your front porch on Halloween and letting the neighborhood enjoy the sight of it. No one I have ever met does not smile when they see a big object like a giant pumpkin, it is guaranteed a great conversation piece. This book helps you learn about seed, soil, growing techniques, watering, and contests and even displaying your fruit after it is harvested. The author has spent lots of time fully researching this hobby and has done a great job of presenting the material of this unique endeavor to anyone who might enjoy gardening or growing large curabits. The pictures alone are worth the price of this book! This book is much better than World Class Giant Pumpkins the previous one by the same author. There are three or four other books or articles regarding this subject that are not as extensive as this one. If growing pumpkins is something you might enjoy or you have already tried to grow pumpkins and were not happy with the results this book will prove invaluable.

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The book helped me grow a 75.75# rutabaga, new world record.

How to Grow Giant Vegetables
Bernard Lavery
Manufacturer: Harpercollins
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0060951915

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The book helped me grow a 75.75# rutabaga, new world record........1999-10-01

I had a hard time finding the book in the begining but I'm glad I keep looking. It is a must for those trying to grow giant vegetables. I had been growing giants for about 5 years prior to purchasing the book, it gave me invaluable incite that has helped me grow bigger veggies. It also tells you a little bit about what Guinness expects when trying to break a world record.

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Must Read for Multi-cultural Adoptive Parents.......2007-10-11

This book was great! Outdated for sure, but the guts of this book hit home no matter when you are adopting. It makes you ask the hard questions. It makes you decide if you can really go through with an adoption. Hope they will make an updated version sometime soon!

a must read for any parent adopting abroad or choosing to become a multi-racial family.......2006-07-29

At the start of our international adoption process I ordered any, and every, book I could find on the subject. When I received "Are Those Kids Yours?: American Families With Children Adopted From Other Countries", I could not put it down.

Thus far, this book has been the most valuable resource to me. It gave me a better understanding of the international adoption process, as well as some of the struggles we are about to face; both with adopting abroad and becoming a multi-racial family. Ms. Register provides real-life examples of different road-blocks that she, and other families have come against, as well as how those situations were handled.

The interviews with several families built through adoption, as well as Ms. Register's personal experience, shed a candid light on how to deal with intruding questions and awkward stares from strangers. She also reminds us that sadly, bigotry still exists in today's society and provides us with ways of dealing with the matter in our minds, with our children and to the public.

Ms. Register also addresses the different emotions felt by adoptive parents as well as adopted children through the entire process. The book provides an honest portrayal of some of the emotions involved in international adoption, which leaves the reader knowing that they are not alone in the way they feel.

This is a book I will not be selling any time soon. I know that as we go further through the process and raise our family, I will use this book as a reference over and over again. I highly recommend this book to anyone adopting abroad or raising a multi-racial family.

A wonderful read for the most part.......2005-02-02

Most of what Cheri Register has to say was very informative and helpful. I bought this book wanting to either reaffirm our decision to adopt internationally or for it to bring new realities to light and scare us away from it. I am happy to report that we are still planning on going through with international adoption.
I especially liked Register's thoughts on how to help your internationally adopted child deal with their differences and how to handle nosy intrusive outsiders who question you in public- very insightful there. She also goes into great detail about attachment and bonding issues in toddlers. I have experience with attachment disorder children, so I can say that what she writes is 100% accurate.
I do think she overemphasized on Korea a bit much. That is where she adopted her children from. We are interested in Korea, but for someone who isn't, this might get redundant. I would have liked to see her have equal emphasis on countries.
I will agree with another reviewer, that her last chapter is preachy. I don't agree that it is our responsibility to continue to support our child's birth country. Is it really necessary to continue to send funds to that country? My first emphasis will be on my adopted child and household, and maybe ocassionally supporting that country, but not on a long term constant basis.
So, I do recommend reading this book, but watch out for the last chapter and don't expect to get a lot of information on each country available to adopt from!

Grappling with the big issues.......2004-01-25

This book is an introduction to some of the major issues involved in foreign adoptions. It is written for perspective adoptive parents, their family members and friends. Register takes up each of the major issues in turn, and she has based the book both on her own experience as a mother of two girls adopted from Korea, and on anecdotal interviews with adopted children of various ages and their other family members. She starts the book with the motivations for foreign adoption, from the plight of the abandoned or relinquished children, to the parents whose reasons for adoption may range from altruism to pure selfishness. She goes on to describe how the children may be matched with parents, and then the pivotal event in the families' lives, the moment when the child joins the family. Next comes a discussion of how new family ties are constructed, then methods that various parents have used to inform the child about the adoption experience. As the child grows older, major identity questions come to the fore, and children may choose to seek out their biological parents and homeland. The book closes with a chapter on the global family, in which Register stresses that foreign adoptions should only be seen as temporary measures, while the real goal should be to ensure that every child is able to grow up in his or her homeland with a loving family, enough to eat, and meaningful educational opportunities. At the end of the book is a list of recommended readings for further information, as well as a list of child welfare, advocacy, and adoption organizations.

Register takes up some of the negatives of adoption as well as the positives. She describes how foreign adopted children have many more opportunities for education than they would have in their homelands, and they are certainly much more likely to be well nourished, both physically and mentally, following adoption. But she also points out the burden placed on them by being taken from their home countries, where they look just like everyone else, to becoming minorities once they are here. Their parents, family members, and friends, may soon see them as just another kid, but strangers will give them odd looks, and bullies will taunt them.

The one point where I disagree with Register is in her downplaying of the genetic component in personality. At one point, she takes up the issue, and cites the example of two outgoing parents who were mystified at how their adopted daughter could be so quiet, since she grew up in their home and family. But she dismisses this by saying that environment does indeed play a large role in personality development. Environment undeniably plays a large role in a child's development, especially in the early years, where a poor environment can result in lifelong difficulties. On the other hand, as a child gets older and hormones start kicking in, the genetically programmed aspects of a person's personality begin to play out more and more. Perhaps Register wasn't aware of this, given the 1990 publication date of this volume, as much of the research on genetically controlled aspects of personality has been relatively recent. In any case, differences between parental expectations, siblings' behavior, and an adolescent adopted child's behavior can lead to major problems for the child and the family, and this is one issue that really should have received more attention in a book of this kind. Parental expectations are also sources of major anxiety when the question of higher education arises. Most of the parents of foreign adopted children are middle and upper-middle class, but the children come from a wide range of backgrounds, mostly working class or poor. Middle class parents are generally college-educated, and there is some expectation, stated or not, that their children will attend and do well in college. Certainly, this is what parental dreams are based on- -even Register herself says that she has such dreams for her own children. But each child has a unique set of gifts and talents, and for many foreign adopted children, their strengths are in fields other than academics. They may put in a valiant effort at academics, and certainly, many succeed quite well in competitive colleges. But others feel defeated by their parents' unreasonable expectations. This, combined with feelings of confusion, abandonment by their birth mothers, and rejection by a society that is only now beginning to recognize its inherent racism, can lead to enormous psychological burdens. This isn't to say that foreign children shouldn't be adopted, but that parents need to be aware from the outset that their children's future will be a complete unknown, and the adopted child's young adulthood may start much differently than their own.

Unusual and interesting.......2003-09-15

This book is not intended as a practical guide on how to adopt internationally but addresses the paradoxical nature of adoption and the ethical questions inherent in international adoption. It will make the general reader and adoptive parent of children from another race more sensitive about honoring the child's original culture.
My first reaction to the title "Are Those Kids Yours?" was: "Yes, some people are really rude to ask such a question of parents whose children look decidedly different from them." The author asks "How many other parents are regularly approached by strangers demanding to know, `Are those kids yours?' She thinks that this question reflects the paradoxical nature of adoption itself and while she answers the question with an "unqualified yes" she lives with the paradox that "they are mine, yet not mine." The title of her book suggests that international adoption complicates the issue of entitlement because the child "race remains unchanged. A Korean-born girl named Bridget O'Leary is still Asian to the world-at-large, and that facet of her identity needs to be affirmed and nurtured." Children's ethnic group, race and nation of origin all are involved in the competing claims of entitlement, not simply between birthparents and adoptive parents. Gisela Gasper Fitzgerald, author of ADOPTION: An Open, Semi-Open or Closed Practice?

Recharge Those Engines: Sharing the Wisdom that Can Help Keep Your Family on Track

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Recharge Those Engines: Sharing the Wisdom that Can Help Keep Your Family on Track
Derek Randel
Manufacturer: BookSurge Publishing
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ASIN: 1588985245
Release Date: 2001-10-12

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This book is all one-liners, intended to keep you on the right track. Think positively and realize there are always bumps in the road. It is how we react to these bumps and our ability to stay focused that will help us. Have a seat and remember to enjoy the ride.

Those Not-So-Still Small Voices: God Says the Most Amazing Things Through Your Kids

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Those Not-So-Still Small Voices: God Says the Most Amazing Things Through Your Kids
Thom Hunter
Manufacturer: Authors Choice Press
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ARE THOSE KIDS YOURS?: AMERICAN FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN ADOPTED FROM OTHER COUNTRIES

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ARE THOSE KIDS YOURS?: AMERICAN FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN ADOPTED FROM OTHER COUNTRIES

Manufacturer: The Free Press NY
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Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000IB9YGW

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Are Those Kids Yours?: American Families With Children Adopted From Other Countries
Cheri Register
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