Travels in Search of Endangered Species

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I am not sure about this book........2005-03-28

The ideals - as expressed by this book's own introductory information appear to be quite splendid. The author has gone in search of creatures that were so endangered as to be almost mythical. For me, of course, the dilemma is a simple one; Should we go in search of critically endangered species in the wild in the hope that we might discover them and hopefully add something to their fight for survival? OR!, should we recognise that our very intrusion may only hasten their end?

In this case the author did not find the legendary "Mitla" and most, if not all the creatures he did encounter, appear to have been better chronicled elsewhere. In addition, a lot of the photography leaves much to be desired.

In summary, useful in some areas - but hardly worth the cover price.

NM

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Frommer’s Dollar-A-Day guides show you how to travel in style–without breaking the bank. You’ll find inexpensive accommodations that don’t skimp on comfort. Affordable restaurants where locals go for a good meal. And all the best sightseeing and shopping values. Frommer’s Dollar-A-Day guidebooks. First-class travel on a budget.

Everything You Need for an Unforgettable–and Affordable–Trip!

Charming places to stay, from antique-filled palazzi to family-run pensiones–for as little as $30 per person a night!
Authentic dining at unbelievably low prices, from $12 multi-course meals at a Florentine trattoria to Neapolitan pizza for as little as $6.
A complete guide to Italy’s sights, from Tuscan hill towns and the spectacular scenery of the Amalfi Coast to ancient Roman ruins and masterpieces of the Renaissance–plus the lowdown on what to see and do for free.
Where to shop for local crafts and find high fashion you can really afford.
Low-cost nightlife: wine bars, cafes, opera, and more.

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Everything You Need for an Unforgettable–and Affordable–Trip!

Charming places to stay, from antique-filled palazzi to family-run pensiones–for as little as $30 per person a night!
Authentic dining at unbelievably low prices, from $12 multi-course meals at a Florentine trattoria to Neapolitan pizza for as little as $6.
A complete guide to Italy’s sights, from Tuscan hill towns and the spectacular scenery of the Amalfi Coast to ancient Roman ruins and masterpieces of the Renaissance–plus the lowdown on what to see and do for free.
Where to shop for local crafts and find high fashion you can really afford.
Low-cost nightlife: wine bars, cafes, opera, and more.

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Be careful using the advice in this book.......2004-03-27

I have had mixed results with Frommer's books. I like their maps and guides to attractions... BUT... The hotels they recommend in the lower end category often fall short. I especially did not like their recommendations for Rome.

The book has a great layout but the hotels need to be rechecked. I would make sure to balance this book with another guide like Karen Brown's or Fodor's... I make sure any hotel I stay in has a good rating in at least two sources....

American Nation: A History of the United States, Single Volume Edition, The (12th Edition)
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what happened to maps?

American Nation: A History of the United States, Single Volume Edition, The (12th Edition)
Mark C. Carnes , and John A. Garraty
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ASIN: 0321316886

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Using the political history of the nation as the framework on which social, economic, and cultural developments depend, co-authors Carnes and Garraty describe how the voices and actions of many peoples have produced a particular political structure—the United States, a single nation—and how that nation has in turn influenced the lives of everyone. Long-renowned for its elegant narrative style, The American Nation in this Twelfth Edition retains its most significant strength—its rich and memorable prose.

In this revision, the authors have revised each chapter to incorporate recent research and scholarship, refined the prose style, greatly expanded the number of maps, selected many new illustrations to engage students visually, and written informative, new captions to encourage students to reflect on the information conveyed in the illustration. In each chapter, a new feature, “Debating the Past” presents the varying views of historians on a question related to the chapter content. The final chapter (33) carries the story of the American nation to the present with coverage of the war in Iraq and the election of 2004.

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what happened to maps?.......2005-10-07

This American History book is a very good, but not excellent coverage of the History of the United States. The book is typical entry level college material. Historical information is either very interesting with good detail to boring and vague. Photographs, portraits, paintings, charts, and illustrations are abundant and beautiful helping to keep interest level moving. However, the book rapidly sheds its allure and interest. That is because it fails to deliver on providing enough, interesting and neccessary political and war detail maps associated with important major historical events.

A history book with only a few maps in my opinion can not be recommended. Maps provide important visual political and geographical illustrative information that words alone can not. Previous editions of this textbook included enough maps to statisfy the reader. And the maps are still available, but the reader has to enroll, for additional cost, into an internet online service called " [...]" to access the maps. The textbook is already way overpriced at $96.00 dollars. The textbook is a beautiful hardcover with over 900 pages, but most of the information was compliled 40 years ago with frequent updating editions to the present year. no wonder this adds to why the cost of college education is soaring.

The authors receive commendation for a generally well organized book covering over 400 years of complex historical information. However, as historians they sold out on the students of history by not supplying all the information needed (the maps!).

Even so this history textbook is one of the better ones available. However, if maps are important to you. You will be disappointed.

American Destiny: Narrative of a Nation, Single Volume Edition (Penguin Academics Series) (2nd Edition) (Penguin Academics)

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Not a great text for learning
Very Biased

American Destiny: Narrative of a Nation, Single Volume Edition (Penguin Academics Series) (2nd Edition) (Penguin Academics)
Mark C. Carnes , and John A. Garraty
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With the political history of the nation as its organizational framework, American Destiny: Narrative of a Nation describes the development and growth of the United States as the product of the myriad actions, ideas, and forces of the immense variety of individuals and groups who together comprise the American people.

In richly detailed prose, the book examines the political, social, economic, and cultural developments that have shaped this country. This elegantly written, high-quality text offers a low-price alternative to traditional U.S. history survey textbooks.

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Not a great text for learning.......2007-04-27

(1.5 stars) This was required for AMH2020 and the teacher agreed - it isn't among the best texts. The authors' over-stylized narrations miss their mark and the valuable points become lost. Furthermore, it's sporatic in its presentation and often only glimpses certain important events. All in all, not recommended if avoidable.

Very Biased.......2006-11-23

Very biased American History textbook. Narrative style often makes it possible for the authors to hide certain controversies from the reader, or to introduce only one side of the story. This narrative definitely comes from the word "narrow". Do not recommend.

The American People, Brief - Single Volume Edition: Creating a Nation and a Society (4th Edition)

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So You Thought You Knew Your History
Great Overview!
Worst History Book Of All
very left wing bias
Do your own research

The American People, Brief - Single Volume Edition: Creating a Nation and a Society (4th Edition)
Gary B. Nash , Julie Roy Jeffrey , John R. Howe , Peter J. Frederick , Allen F. Davis , and Allan M. Winkler
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Emphasizing social history, especially as it applies to discussions of race, class, and gender, The American People, 5/e presents the lives and experiences of all Americans--all national origins and cultural backgrounds, at all levels of society, and in all regions of the country. The narrative integrates discussion of public events such as presidential elections, wars, and reform movements with the private stories of ordinary Americans who participated in and responded to these events. As it unfolds the drama of American history, The American People highlights the political, social, economic, technological, religious, cultural, and intellectual events that have shaped American society. Appropriate for anyone with an interest in American history and the Social history of the United States. Previous ISBNs: Single Volume Edition: 0-673-98575-X

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So You Thought You Knew Your History.......2006-02-25

This is one of the better college texts for American history. The information is straight forward compared to the full text version, and no information is missed between its big brother. The second half highlights from 1865 onward into the 21st century. I would highly reccomend this book for students taking a introductory course in college or AP American History in high school.

Great Overview!.......2005-09-27

This book gives a great overview of the social aspects of U.S. History since 1865. It was rather refreshing to read a history book that was not so narrowly focused on the death and carnage of war in this nation. The wars are discussed, of course, in relative detail, but more weight is placed on how they affected our nation's citizens and society as a whole. The photographs and illustrations were fantastic in revealing how life truly was at a time we often have a hard time imagining, let alone comprehending these days. In addition, I found it really helpful in learning the information and doing well on my exams!

Worst History Book Of All.......2005-09-06

This has got to be the worst and boring history book of all. Throughout my entire years in school reading history book this has to be the worst. It gets so boring you can't even read it if you try. If you did read it, chances are you did not understand them 10 pages. Combining with a horrible professor and book it's going to be one long semester for me.

very left wing bias.......2004-06-04

dont waste your time with this guy. I don't know where he gets his info. My son has one of Mr. Nash's textbooks for history and I have never seen so much left wing bias, especially in a textbook.

Do your own research.......2004-01-09

It's amazing to me to read reviews of people who tout this book as "liberal propaganda" when it merely tells the truth about history. If you wanted the whitewashed version of history we were taught in high school, where Christopher Columbus had pure motives in the new world and didn't rape or enslave the native population, where the Native Americans were savages who were domesticated by the pilgrims who so graciously shared a Thanksgiving feast with them, where Woodrow Wilson's racism and hatred of women isn't mentioned...why did you bother taking a college history course, or bother going to college for that matter, at all? Pull your heads out of the sand! If you truly believe this book is socialist propaganda, I recommend you start doing your own research of America's past without using any high school or college textbook as a source of information - you'll find that this particular textbook has one of the truest pictures of American history available.

The American People, Brief Edition: Creating a Nation and a Society, Single Volume Edition (5th Edition) (MyHistoryLab Series)

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A condensed version of The American People, Fifth Edition, this engaging text examines U.S. history as revealed through the experiences of all Americans, both ordinary and extraordinary. With a thought-provoking and rich presentation, the authors explore the complex lives of Americans of all national origins and cultural backgrounds, at all levels of society, and in all regions of the country. A vibrant four-color design and compact size make this book accessible, convenient, and easy-to read.

The American Nation: A History of the United States, Single Volume Edition, Primary Source Edition (Book Alone) (12th Edition) (MyHistoryLab Series)

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The American Nation: A History of the United States, Single Volume Edition, Primary Source Edition (Book Alone) (12th Edition) (MyHistoryLab Series)
Mark C Carnes , and John A Garraty
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The Primary Source Edition of The American Nation shows how the political history of the United States is intimately tied to the social, economic and cultural development of the nation. The Primary Source Edition utilizes primary sources, along with critical thinking questions for each, to immerse the student in the unfolding story of America.

Co-authors Mark Carnes and John Garraty explore the relationship between these various histories and show how it took the voices and actions of many peoples to produce this singular political structure - The United States of America. Long renowned for its elegant narrative style, The American Nation in this Twelfth Edition retains its most significant strength–its rich and memorable prose.

The American Nation, Single Volume Edition (11th Edition)

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American Nation
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Worst History Book in a long time
A Fabulous Guide to American History in Class and Beyond
Our "Bible" in AP History

The American Nation, Single Volume Edition (11th Edition)
Mark C. Carnes , and John A. Garraty
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American Nation.......2007-09-23

It came very soon after I had ordered it and it was in the exact condition that I payed for. Thank you!!

Poor.......2004-09-14

This book is filled with too much details and words. It takes too much effort to just read and understand the details in each chapters. It is boring to read and the only good thing about it is that it comes with alot of datas in the American history. If you are a History major, don't miss it.

Worst History Book in a long time.......2003-09-22

Even as a lover of history, I find this book boring, overwritten and incable of reliable use. When looking up a term, not only can it not be found by reading the chapter, but the index points you to the wrong page! This book is a waste of money and I suggest that you do not purchase it.

A Fabulous Guide to American History in Class and Beyond.......2001-01-09

This text is absolutely unsurpassed in terms of clarity, conciseness and general usefulness. I first used Garraty's book in 8th grade, then again as a supplement to some other texts in a U.S. A.P. class in high school (I got a 5 on the test, which I am confident is owed entirely to Garraty) and still use it for general reference in college. In a little over 1000 pages, Garraty covers just about every major event in United States history in interesting and extremely clear prose. I have yet to find any book that communicates such an enormous amount of information in such a small amount of space with such an enormous degree of clarity. I promise that this book will not only improve your understanding of U.S. history, but will also serve as a lifelong reference source.

Our "Bible" in AP History.......2000-07-08

Garraty's book The American Nation was informative and interesting. It provided information needed to help the student's in my AP History class. Granted, it was not perfect and was confusing at times, but all in all, it provided a good, detailed description of our history. Here are the pros and cons of Garraty's book. PROS: 1). Garraty is knowledgeable in his assessment of history 2). The book is very helpful with its timelines at the end of each chapter 3). Garraty explains the gist of every major event and sometimes non-major event 4). It's the only book where our class actually worshipped :) 5). IT WILL BE HELPFUL FOR AP HISTORY AND THE NATIONAL EXAM. I (personally) felt confident with the outcome of my exam, but that could also be due in part to my teacher who really complemented with Garraty. 6). It could be a GREAT paperweight! CONS: 1). It's not a good book to keep in your backpack all day long 2). Sometimes Garraty likes to force his opinions on certain historical figures ( he likes Hamilton, but not Jefferson) 3). There ARE events he doesn't cover that many might think was important or he might undercover events that many might think was important.

That's about it for the pros and cons, but remember these are just my opinions! Hope they helped! Good luck in AP History or whatever you're doing in regards to this book!!

The American People, Brief Edition: Creating a Nation and Society, Single Volume Edition, Primary Source Edition (5th Edition) (Myhistorylab)
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The American People: Creating a Nation and Society, Single Volume Edition, Primary Source Edition (Book Alone) (7th Edition) (Myhistorylab)
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American Destiny : Narrative of a Nation, Single Volume Edition
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American Destiny : Narrative of a Nation, Single Volume Edition

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