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Practical Advice That Will Lower Your Scores

Good but definitely not magic...

A sensible approach to the game for the Hacker

Great book, but the authors have a better one

Changed the way I look at my game

Break 100 Now: From Hacker to Golfer in Just 90 Days
Mike Adams
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Book Description

Now, for the vast majority of golfers who struggle to shoot below 100 for 18 holes, a practical instruction book...

In Break 100 Now!, renowned "Swing Doctor" Mike Adams provides a sensible, non-technical approach that high handicappers can put to immediate use to lower their golf scores.

Unlike traditional golf instructionals, Break 100 Now! focuses more on the practical and less on mechanics. It stresses simple but proven strategies, such as replacing long irons with easier-to-hit fairway utility woods (4-5-6-7) and forsaking the driver for the more reliable 3-wood -- an exchange of only eight yards for accuracy.

Written in clear, straightforward language, this book offers both the beginner and the novice a ninety-day program that enables them to go from hacker to golfer in the shortest time possible. Even experienced golfers can benefit from these invaluable tips and advice.

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Practical Advice That Will Lower Your Scores.......2007-02-23

Break 100 Now, is a straightforward, practical book about how to shoot lower scores in the shortest amount of time possible.

The book starts by encouraging the reader to take an honest look at the equipment in his bag, and get rid of clubs that don't work. This will start with the 3 iron, and will probably include the 4 iron as well. Instead of these longer, lower-lofted clubs, the author suggests using hybrids or fairway woods. The focus here is giving yourself the best tools that meet your CURRENT skill level, not the skill you wish you had. Much like David Pelz's book, the author also suggests carrying several wedges, as the majority of your shots are going to be within 100 yards.

The book also features some basic instruction on the short game, as well as the full swing. While the language here is clear, I would have liked more illustrations, as I think some concepts are more easily grasped by pictures than by long paragraphs of text.

The best that the book has to offer, in my opinion, is the chapter entitled: "Course Management For Dummies", which introduces the reader to the kind of thinking that seperates successful golfers from poor ones. The reader is encouraged to think of each swing as a precious piece of currency that has value. And while there may come a time when the reader has the skill to hit the long draw over some trees with his driver, it will probably be a much better "investment" to hit a conservative iron or fairway wood off the tee, and ensure that your next shot is from the fairway. You've got to walk before you can run, and

What's great about this is that once you learn how to manage your game and play the shots that are best for you (and not necessarily the shots the rest of the guys in your foursome are playing) you will start to have a lot more confidence in your game, and will shoot lower scores as a result.

In summary, this book does pretty much what the title suggest. While readers will not actually break 100 "now", the book outlines a plan that should have the reader shooting in the double digits within 90 days.

Good but definitely not magic..........2006-11-06

This book is a solid purchase and I would recommend it for any real hacker (as I was before I bought this boook). The tips they give are excellent for lowering your score. That said, you won't really FEEL or even LOOK like a better golfer after reading this book. You'll just be scoring lower.

I have probably played 10 rounds since I've read the book and I've gone from not even keeping track of my score to consistently shooting right around 100. The tips in this book have kept me from hitting so many unplayable tee shots and from shanking so many of my shots within 100 yards. as a result, I have shaved a significant number of strokes from my score. I still look like a hacker to my friends, the only differnce is my score is much closer to a respectable score.

Don't expect this book to teach how to hit better looking shots or how to get rid of your slice. This book is only good for exactly what the title says it is good for... getting you under 100 quickly. That's it.

A sensible approach to the game for the Hacker.......2006-09-29

Are you tired of the triple digit score or the "Snowman" on the score card? Stop whining and do something about it. This is achievable and I have done it in less than half the time as outlined in this book.

Having just started playing this game, I have realized that the most important things to concentrate upon are fundamentals of play and achieving more consistency. Note that I didn't say perfection. The target audience is for men and women alike.

This is no-nonsense approach to improving your score by practical tips on the short game (e.g. putting, chipping, pitching). Strategies are outlined when should do one over the other. This is a simpler and more realistic approach to the short game than the "Bible" that has been extensively outlined in another text. For the beginner, this information is more than adequate until you have achieved the goal of breaking the elusive score of 100. The author has outlined the book by a thinking person's approach rather than focusing upon "ego". You will realize that those "three letters" will keep your score in the "Three digits".

An important adage that he uses is fundamental:

"Putt the ball whenever you can...When you can't putt, chip. When you can't chip, pitch." - Tomasi

Starting from the fundamentals of choosing and using equipment and which clubs to use, to making the grip to course management, the author does a fine job with clear and concise descriptions. Although this has a paucity of images, the images that are provided illustrate the most important points. Full shots as well as how to improve power in your swing is outlined.

This book will not take the place of an instructor but I find it useful for someone interested in starting out planning from scratch. It's audience is predominantly for people who have played and hopefully, had a lesson or two to get an idea of a more conventional swing.

The last chapter covers a 13 week plan for those trying to follow his methods.

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I do suggest a new edition be written to cover the newer equipment that has been introduced since this book has been written.
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I highly recommend this book. Every duffer should have it on their shelves and maybe in "The Bag". It has helped me "Break 100" and lead to more enjoyable, rather than frustrating times on the course. It may make the word "FORE!" in your vocabulary a thing of the past.

Great book, but the authors have a better one.......2006-08-12

The same authors also wrote a book titled, "How to Break 90". It covers a similar set of topics, but includes less "beginner" info and more advanced techniques for the short game.

I bought "How to Break 90" when I was still trying to break 100, and the techniques got me into the 90's in just a few rounds. That book also includes the idea of "personal par", and the importance of giving yourself extra strokes to get on the green. For example, if you shoot "Level 5's" (average 5 across an entire round), then you'll shoot 90. Using the same idea, if you average 6's, then you'll shoot 108. I found that when I focused on 5's and 6's instead of on par, my scores started dropping.

Anyway, I would recommend "How to Break 90" instead of this book. That way, once you are firmly in the 90's you can re-read it and hopefully break 90!

Changed the way I look at my game.......2005-09-20

This book fundamentally changed the way I look at my game. Not *the* game, but *my* game. It helped me to be honest with yourself and stop comparing my game to experts. I had been bouncing along around 105 for a long time. I shot 98 the first two rounds after reading this book. The two most helpful things were focusing on chipping / short game, and dialing in my distance for different clubs. I also started using the course management ideas, including playing a 'fantasy round' at the range, and keeping a diary of every shot.

Highly, highly recommend this book.

Book Description

With over 25,000 words and phrases, the Oxford English-Hindi Dictionary offers comprehensive coverage of everyday vocabulary. Each English headword is translated into Hindi, and expressions and phrases illustrate how words are used in context. Words are labelled in Hindi according to subject, and whether the language is formal or informal, and there is plenty of useful information on the usage of various English words. Other helpful features include grammatical information on irregular verbs, nouns, and adjectives, and easy-to-understand pronunciations in Hindi script for every headword. The dictionary also contains useful appendices on Roman numerals, weights and measures, and chemical elements. All of these features are packed into a compact, portable format, making this the ideal dictionary for learners and teachers of English, and those who want to improve their command of the English language.

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so/so.......2007-02-14

not as good as Oxfords Hindi-English dictionary for an English speaker; however it is a good companion to the Hindi-English. For example get the word you need from the English-Hindi then look it up in the Hindi-English for a better understanding and grammar. I am glad I got it for that but I would not rush to get it b/c it is expensive and not very big.

Not very good, but certainly better than nothing........2007-01-11

This dictionary is indeed rather complex. I read the script perfectly and even still can't make much sense out of a great deal of it. Whether or not its in script or not is not the issue here. The issue is alot of the words aren't really the words used in Hindi. They are more words adopted from English than the sanskritized words. So for those of us wishing to learn the traditional truely Hindi words this could pose a problem. Another thing that is ridiculous is alot of basic words such as "Spanish" aren't in this dictionary. For a dictionary that is supposed to be so concise I'd hardly consider basic words like "Spanish" a word to leave out. I am sure there are better dictionaries out there and wouldn't really recommend it, but I suppose it's better than nothing.

Complex & Confusing.......2006-07-03

I bought the wrong book. This book was too complex and confusing.

Not a true bilingual dictionary, but excellent nonetheless.......2006-07-01

I just have to clarify some aspects of this book. Since it has been designed to help people whose mother tongue is Hindi learn English, it does not translate all the words directly from English to Hindi. However, often there are rather explanations of the English terms provided in Hindi, while some words do not have the requisite English-to-Hindi translation (one word to one word) one would expect from such a dictionary. Further more, the words which are directly translated, do NOT contain the crucial information on their grammatical gender in Hindi (again, it is clearly not a bilingual dictionary and not a "companion" to the Hindi-English dictionary by R.S. McGregor). Still, the book has helped me a lot in learning Hindi's written language.

The reason why this book does not always offer one-word translations of English words, is that they simply do not exist in Hindi. As a native speaker with full proficiency in Hindi (but only the oral language, hence trying to learn the written language), I can affirm that fact. A lot of words relating to Western concepts do not have equivalents in Indian culture, and therefore no real Indian words. Still, the majority of the English words are given direct Hindi translations.

This book does give some colourful and generally humorous translations of concepts which are quite recent or alien in India - for instance pizza (not the best example) is translated roughly as "a round piece of dough on which one may put tomatos". Quite funny to read those kinds of entries!

This dictionary is made in India for people whose native tongue is Hindi and who wish to learn English. That is why there is no information provided on the Hindi nouns' genders. The publication is therefore not intended for non-Hindi speakers to use as an English-Hindi dictionary.

Still, being an Oxford dictionary, I will highly recommend it. The book is excellent in its coverage of Western terms and concepts and gives explanations and translations in the finest form of Hindi I have probably ever read, clearly adhering to Oxford's renowned standards. It still serves as a bilingual dictionary, and serious students will most surely have profit from using it. I have three other English-Hindi dictionaries (and they are, in contrast to this one, marketed as English-Hindi dictionaries for Anglophones learning Hindi) and none of them can compare with the breadth and quality of this Oxford work.

For a formal review and synopsis, consult the product information page for this dictionary at the British version of Amazon, at www.amazon.co.uk . This American version has not added that information.

Excellent for a serious learner........2006-04-18

This dictionary uses the Hindi script exclusively for Hindi writing. I suspect that the dictionary is aimed at Hindi speakers for whom english is a second language. There is actually little english in the dictionary other than the words and their corresponding examples.

This dictionary is best suited to people serious about Hindi. I haven't checked out any other dictionaries, but I suspect that there are other ones beter suited to people with a more causual interest.

Otherwise it is a dictionary form Oxford so it is good. It has a large range of words. A cheaper paperback version would be nice.

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The Oxford Hindi-English Dictionary

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Now available in paperback, this major new Hindi-English dictionary (the first published for over a century) has been produced to meet the need of a growing number of people now learning and studying Hindi. Reflecting the many-sided development of Hindi during the 20th century, it provides over 36,000 headwords, with generous use of illustrative material showing words in use. Both colloquial and literary vocabulary is covered, together with some modern regional variants. The `Urdu' vocabulary of Hindi is well represented, as well as modern Hindi and English.

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Not Appropriate For a Beginning Learner.......2007-09-18

I wish I would have known there was no English to Hindi section in this dictionary before buying it.

I am still baffled as to why it was the only dictionary required for a Hindi 101 class.

BEWARE!!!.......2007-09-08

If you are an English speaker attempting to learn Hindi but do not know Hindi script, do not buy THIS dictionary! All of the words are "alphabetized" by Hindi script, making it nearly impossible to look up a word you may only know the romanization of. for example, I have not learned any sript yet, but I wanted to look up the word "shanti." I still can't find where it is.

I know i ordered the wrong book.

As Advertised.......2007-03-24

The Oxford Hindi-English Dictionary is everything I hoped it would be. The Devanagari script is easily readable, the word selection is reasonably comprehensive, and the explanations are good.

I only wish there was a good English-Hindi Dictionary that I could pair with this volume. I looked around quite a bit before getting this dictionary, and I'm still looking for the right English-Hindi edition. Right now I'm using Teach Yourself Hindi Dictionary for English-to-Hindi, but it only has a few select words.

Excellent resource.......2006-05-31

I agree with many other reviewers in that this is best suited to intermediate/advanced or serious students of Hindi. Casual users or beginners may find it quite frustrating as all the entries are in Hindi.

I bought it BECAUSE the entries are in Hindi and it forces me to learn Hindi at a much faster pace. It is an excellent resource and I am thoroughly pleased with this purchase!

Very good, but it only goes one way........2006-04-05

This dictionary is very complete however it only goes one way. It is superb for finding the meaning of Hindi words. However, as it only goes one way, this dictionary cannot be used to find the Hindi equivalents of English words. I would recommend the Oxford English-Hindi Dictionary by S. K. Verma for that.

The words are listed in Devanagari, although roman transliteration is placed alongside. This makes this dictionary inappropriate for people who just want to learn some rough phrases. For any English speaker seriously learning Hindi (that is becoming literate in Hindi) this dictionary is a must.

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the dictionary is comprehensive and detailed
The Oxford Urdu-English Dictionary Reviewed
The best English- Urdu dictionary
The best English-Urdu Dictionary

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The Oxford English-Urdu Dictionary is the most comprehensive and authoritative English-Urdu dictionary available today. It is derived from the highly acclaimed Concise Oxford English Dictionary and covers more than 125,000 words and phrases, and 180,000 translations. With thousands of example phrases, pronunciation guidance for every headword, and up-to-date coverage of English as it is used today, this is an essential reference work for anyone living and working in an Urdu-speaking environment, or studying Urdu at school or university.

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the dictionary is comprehensive and detailed.......2007-03-25

after buying the oxford english-urdu dictionary i feel that it is much more than that what i was looking for.

The Oxford Urdu-English Dictionary Reviewed.......2006-03-13

This dictionary is exhaustive. It is the reflection of magnificent lexicographic research.

The best English- Urdu dictionary.......2004-05-19

I would like to say thanks to the Translator of this dictionary,As it has variety of modern day's terms and the corresponding meanings and explainations ,which is very uncommon in other dictionaries.
As a professional translator, This dictionary helped me a lot in completing my current projects.

The best English-Urdu Dictionary.......2003-10-29

I had two English-Urdu dictionaries but I was feeling the need for a new one which was up to date with modern usage. This dictionary is ideal for use not only by students but also for use by professional translators.

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This Dictionary is an abridged edition of The Oxford English-Urdu Dictionary, which was translated and compiled by Shanul Haq Haqqee, the renowned scholar, lexicographer, and an authority on the Urdu language. It contains more than 40, 000 entries and about 50, 000 definitions. This dictionary
includes features such as tips on good grammar as well as punctuation.

The Oxford-Duden Pictorial Japanese and English Dictionary

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An Essential Resource to the Japanese Language Study Process
Very comprehensive...a must for the Japanese student!

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The Oxford-Duden Pictorial dictionaries are unique: in this paperback edition, over 28,000 objects are identified by means of numbered illustrations, offering at a glance their Japanese and English terms. Subjects are organized thematically, enabling the user to grasp the entire vacabulary relevant to a given situation or context.

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Waste of money and time.......2001-02-21

I found this book to be completely useless. Having pictures for things I already knew was not helpful at all. The alphabetized list of nouns in the back was the only useful section of the book.

Waste of money and time.......2001-02-21

I found this book to be completely useless. Having pictures for things I already knew was not helpful at all. The alphabetized list of nouns in the back was the only useful section of the book.

An Essential Resource to the Japanese Language Study Process.......2000-08-29

The best dictionary ever published. The classification per subject make the searching much much easy. It's a revolutionary concept in its field. Once you use it, you will stick to it as a very essential handbook. It's very helpful. IT IS A MUST HAVE BOOK!!!

Very comprehensive...a must for the Japanese student!.......1997-09-15

This pictorial dictionary is incredible. After trying to work with lots of little, imported Japanese dictionaries, I find this dictionary both useful and fun to look at! The layout of the pictures let you find the Japanese word for something even if you don't know what it is called in English!

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Jiwan Oxford Dictionary, English to English Punjabi and Hindi

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Tony Babinski , and Kristian Manchester
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Cirque du Soleil has become an international theatrical sensation, having thrilled the imaginations of more than 40 million people with its innovative circus experience. In 20 years, Cirque du Soleil skyrocketed from a troupe on the streets of Montreal known as "The High Heels Club" to a circus extravaganza involving 2,400 employees worldwide and some 500 artists performing in more than 130 cities around the globe in active productions that are both on tour and permanently on view in Las Vegas and Orlando.

With unprecedented access to Cirque du Soleil members in the telling of their story-including its founder, Guy Laliberté-Cirque du Soleil: 20 Years Under the Sun is the first retrospective to chart the history of this extraordinary cultural phenomenon from its humble origins to its remarkable international success. With 300-plus full-color illustrations that feature all of the company's dazzling productions-among them Saltimbanco, Mystère, Varekai, and "O"-this exceptional volume captures Cirque's magic on the printed page with the visual brio for which the company is widely renowned. The release of this book is set to coincide with Cirque du Soleil's 20th anniversary. AUTHOR BIO: Tony Babinski is a writer, filmmaker, and musician based in Montreal. From 1994 to 2000 he coproduced, cowrote, and scored a series of award-winning experimental films. Kristian Manchester, also based in Montreal, is an art director with the Diesel design firm.

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Kind of like a yearbook.......2006-11-11

Have seen 8 or 9 different Cirque shows. Even met their talent scout at the Fringe one year. Part of this book tells the history of Cirque du Soleil, which was very interesting. The part on the individual shows was more like a yearbook. Didn't tell you enough about each individual show but supplied a lot of prompts to help you remember the show. Good coffee table book.

First saw the book at a Cirque show and thought: 'Hmmm, I could probably save some $$ getting this on Amazon.' Saved $20 U.S. and bought a couple of CDs.

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