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The Breathing Earth (Deep Green Planet)
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Breathing Planet.
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Proving that fishing is not just a part-time pursuit, At the Grave of the Unknown Fisherman takes us through a year with America's favorite fishing scribe, John Gierach, who dedicates himself to his passion despite his belief that "In the long run, fishing usually amounts to a lifetime of pratfalls punctuated by rare moments of perfection."
Beginning with an early spring expedition to barely thawed Wyoming waters and ending with a New Year's Eve trip to the Frying Pan River in Colorado, Gierach's travels find him fishing for trout, carp, and grayling; considering the pros and cons of learning fishing from videos ("video fishing seems a little like movie sex: fun to watch, but a long way from the real thing"); pondering the ethics of sharing secret spots; and debunking the myth of the unflappable outdoorsman ("masters of stillness on the outside, festering s***holes of uncertainty just under the surface").
With an appreciation of the highs, the lows, and all points between, Gierach writes about the fishing life with wisdom, grace, and the well-timed wisecrack. As he says, "The season never does officially end here, but it ends effectively, which means you can fish if you want to and if you can stand it, but you don't have to." As any Gierach fan knows, want to and have to are never very far apart.
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Wonderful reflections on life and fishing ..........2007-01-11
I very much enjoy John Gierach's writings and this is one of his best works. I learned much about life and fly-fishing reading this book ... and can think of no higher praise.
Highly recommended.
Fly Fishing Meat and Potatoes.......2004-01-23
I've read almost all of Gierach's books and this is another great collection of fishing stories told in his naturally witty style. He's still fishing with his old friends like A.K. Best. He still writes about his affinity for bamboo rods, carp, grayling, bass ponds, Green Drakes and the good ol' days. He still writes mostly about fishing in Colorado, and the neighboring states around his home. And, his writing always contains a slew of witty Zen philosophy one-liners and this one is no different. What's new in this book is his explanation of his move from his old cabin along the St. Vrain River to his new home three miles away. His old cabin was a pretty common subject in his past books and it was a little sad to hear about it's demise. He also updates the reader about his new work in the local paper the "Redstone Review" which his new girlfriend publishes. If you didn't know any better you would think that the good ol' "Trout Bum" was settling down a little and getting a little sentimental in his later years.
Well, whatever you want to call John Gierach, "trout bum", or "avid fisherman" there is no doubt that he is a fine fisherman. He writes about fly fishing in a no nonsense kind of way. He doesn't sugar coat anything. You get a meat and potatoes image of fly fishing that's wry, funny, sentimental, and informative. As a Midwesterner, I really relate to his blue collar style, which is one of the reasons why Gierach continues to be my favorite fly fishing author. You're more apt to read fishing stories that involve old beat up trucks rather than fancy SUV's. If this is your first Gierach book and you like his style, I suggest you also read "Death, Taxes, and Leaky Waders", which is a compilation of his favorite stories from his previous books.
Observant, wry & well written notes on the fishing life.......2003-09-02
It is amazing that John Gierach can keep putting out interesting books on essentially the same topic without getting very repetitious. This is another compilation of essays in a long series chronicling his fishing life and the issues that have impact upon it.
His first book, Trout Bum, established his persona...a trout-obsessed fly-fisher who puts everything in life second to the sport. Whether or not this is actually true we don't know, but I suspect that it is pretty much accurate. Unlike most of the bums that I've known(ski bums, golf bums, bass bums) Gierach has managed to make a living from his obsession. I guess that this is a good thing for him...it certainly is good for his readers!
FUNNY - PARTS HYSTERICAL.......2003-07-29
I read this book aloud to my husband while we were driving to Colorado on a fly fishing trip. We loved it. There are really some funny parts in the book. Very enjoyable - easy to read. There is also lots of good information in the book about fly fishing.
John continues a strong streak.......2003-04-20
Mr. Gierach has published another fine compilation of his marvelous short stories. The craft of writing is never easy and crafting short stories is far more difficult than blathering on for page after page in a mighty tome.
I could easily read this in an hour or two, but I'm reading these stories one-at-a-time because I want to enjoy each new story in its own space. I guess I'm savoring this book as if it was some fine wine or a great pastry...you simply don't gulp it down.
Thanks again for your fine writing, Mr. Gierach. The art of writing short fly fishing stories is a difficult one to master and Mr. Prosek, Mr. Leeson, Ms. Proulx, Mr. Luce, Mr. Babb, Mr. Proper, Mr. McGuane and Nick and Mari Lyons have all made the grade. I won't try to rank any of these fine contemporary authors (though Mr. Prosek's watercolors and Mari Lyons' illustrations (not all watercolors) add a fine edge to the text in their works).
Mr. McGuane notes on the slipcover that Mr. Gierach out fished him the last time they were on the stream together and that he would have been willing to give Mr. Gierach faint praise (if only to even the score), but Mr. McGuane - an honest fisherman (apologies to Sparse) - correctly rates the quality of this fine work (who would put a bad review on the slipcover, anyway?).
I own all of Mr. Gierach's works and this is one of his best. Literate, humorous, and a nice guide for those of us who are a bit younger . . .we can see how a little more living helps hone an individual's perception of the important things in life.
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A comprehensive, flexible, and up-to-date vocabulary reference and teaching tool for English language learning. The Oxford Picture Dictionary and its components create a highly teachable programme that can be used as a complete, four-skills beginning course, or as a language development supplement and practical reference. h4span style="font-size: smaller; color: #ff0000"NEW /span Grammar Activity Book/h4
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A new edition of this popular topic-based dictionary which focuses on everyday, key vocabulary.
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the basic oxford picture dictionary (monolog).......2003-06-03
This book is very deceptive. I wanted to get a book on creole
called "the basic oxford picture dictionary English/creole"
and I ended getting this one instead. the two book have the same cover but they are very diferent. one does not have anything to do with creole but the title start the same and the cover look the same. this can be confusing for first time buyer of such a language book. I know that there are a lot of people out there probably making the same mistake. this should be fixed so one does not blow there hard earn cash on mailing back and forth.
Not Creole.......2003-03-19
Although you could never tell it by reading the other reviews, this book has NOTHING to do with Creole. It is an English picture book - you see a picture of a ladder and it's referenced to the word "ladder". It's a lot of pictures and the English word for each item. Before you buy, look at the cover and excepts - I didn't.
I think what you need is "The Basic Oxford Picture Dictionary (English/Haitian Creole Edition).
Just don't buy this book unless you're trying to teach or learn basic English.
Not Creole.......2003-03-19
Although you could never tell it by reading the other reviews, this book has NOTHING to do with Creole. It is an English picture book - you see a picture of a ladder and it's referenced to the word "ladder". It's a lot of pictures and the English word for each item. Before you buy, look at the cover and excepts - I didn't.
Looking back, I think what I needed was "The Basic Oxford Picture Dictionary (English/Haitian Creole Edition). But the way you're pointed to this English version when you search on "Haiti" is misleading - no, make that incorrect.
Please don't make the same mistake I made and buy this book - that is unless you're trying to teach or learn basic English.
Nice Adjunct to more comprehensive Creole texts.......2001-12-30
Attractive, detailed pictures and clear labeling make this a great- and cheap- adjunct to more comprehensive texts in learning very basic Creole. It is primarily useful in helping you to learn the names of common objects and simple actions. There is no instruction regarding grammar and usage. If you are in a situation in which you need a quick introduction for an upcoming trip to Haiti, I would pair this with the "Survival Haitian" booklet and cassette available from the Kansas University bookstore website. If you are in for the long haul and want comprehensive instruction, try the "Ann Pale Kreyol" text and tapes and the Haitian Creole Learners Dictionary put out by the Creole Institute at Indiana University.
I use this ESL book to teach Kreyol at Duke University!.......2000-08-07
I realize that this is an ESL text, but I have been using this picture dictionary since fall of 1997 to teach Haitian Kreyol to Medical and Divinity students and faculty at Duke University, as well as to youth and adult groups traveling to Haiti on mission trips. It has proved true that a picture speaks louder than words. The bold graphics make the vocabulary learning a wee bit more exciting than they would working only with text. Also, I appreciate the practical mix of verbs and adjectives, as well as nouns. I recommend it to everyone who is teaching or studying Kreyol, especially beginners.
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A picture dictionary for young children organized by topic.
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A new edition of this popular topic-based dictionary which focuses on everyday, key vocabulary.
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What am good book! Me like much, papooshka!.......2000-01-13
How am to say, fine is. Never so much did learn reading them others. Book most pictual, not dunscht mit verb. Cansk not always express my insides head, am sorry, but book teaches language am needing. Thought work by Mrs. Al not as good as Mrs. Jayme, I think.
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A picture dictionary for elementary school students.
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The Basic Oxford Picture Dictionary forms the core of The Basic Oxford Picture Dictionary Program. The program consists of a number of flexible, student-centered components which develop all four skills. As a whole the program provides a comprehensive, communicative approach to language development.
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What am good book! Me like much, papooshka!.......2000-01-13
How am to say, fine is. Never so much did learn reading them others. Book most pictual, not dunscht mit verb. Cansk not always express my insides head, am sorry, but book teaches language am needing. Thought work by Mrs. Al not as good as Mrs. Jayme, I think.
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The Oxford Picture Dictionary for the Content Areas Content Area Readers: Content Area Reader Teacher's Book (Oxford Picture Dictionary for the Content Areas)
Dorothy Kauffman
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Ten colourful 24-page books present content area readings in science, maths, history, and social studies.
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Ten colourful 24-page books present content area readings in science, maths, history, and social studies.
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A comprehensive, flexible, and up-to-date vocabulary reference and teaching tool for English language learning. The Oxford Picture Dictionary and its components create a highly teachable programme that can be used as a complete, four-skills beginning course, or as a language development supplement and practical reference. h4span style="font-size: smaller; color: #ff0000"NEW /span Grammar Activity Book/h4
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Lemons are not Red. Apples are red. Lemons are yellow. . . .Clever cutouts in the pages make a simple, original, and utterly beguiling introduction to color.Laura Vaccaro Seeger, whose The Hidden Alphabet dazzled critics and readers alike, introduces young children to color in this unique concept book with die cuts. The opening spread features a big, bright red lemon and the simple text, "Lemons are not RED." When the spread is turned an equally bright yellow lemon appears ("Lemons are YELLOW") across from a luscious red apple ("Apples are RED").And so it goes, from carrots that are not purple through reindeer that are not white, et al. The book ends with "The moon is not BLACK / The moon is SILVER / The night is BLACK / Good night! And the reader sees a tranquil night landscape and a house with the lights turned out.
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Beautiful book!.......2007-07-08
We keep buying this for children, but all the adults who see this are mesmerized! A winner!
A new (lemon) twist for flap books.......2007-05-04
A terrific book for thinking about color, enjoying beautiful art, and just having fun. Clever take on the tired color concept book. Your kids will be laughing and thinking and immersed in high quality art. What could be better?
My kids adore this book!.......2007-03-28
My twins have very different personalities and preferences, but they both LOVE this book. They both ask for it every night before they go to bed. I love to read this book as well, and am impressed by the creativity used by the author.
A favorite of Mom and Dad as well as the kids!.......2007-03-17
The artwork is just gorgeous and the flow of the sparse narrative clever enough to keep everyone's attention. We adore it and delight in giving it as a gift!
So cute for teaching colors!.......2005-09-19
I love this book for a primary classroom or toddlers at home. Clever way to teach colors and critical thinking. Lots of extension activities come to mind for classroom teachers. Bright colors, predictable pattern! A must-have for your home or school library.
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Lemons Are Not Red
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