Edward Stanly: Whiggery"S Tarheel "Conqueror".

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Edward Stanly: Whiggery"S Tarheel "Conqueror".
Norman D. Brown
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Edward Stanly: Whiggery's Tarheel "Conqueror"
Norman Brown
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Edward Stanly: Whiggery's Tarheel "Conqueror"
Norman D. Brown
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Edward Stanly: Whiggery's Tarheel "Conqueror" Southern Historical Publication No. 18
Norman D. Brown
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EDWARD STANLY: WHIGGERY'S TARHEEL "CONQUEROR"
Norman D. Brown
Manufacturer: The University of Alabama Press
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When he first saw the Alps in 1860, Edward Whymper was a 20-year-old English wood engraver whose dream was to become an arctic explorer. Ambitious and hungry for adventure, he fell in love with the challenge the Alps presented and set out to conquer them peak by peak. Whymper made quick work of the challenge, racking up dozens of first ascents and acquiring a reputation as one of the best in the nascent field of mountaineering. But on the Matterhorn, considered to be mountaineering's Holy Grail at the time, Whymper met with failure again and again. On his eighth attempted ascent he finally succeeded, becoming the first man to reach its magnificent peak. The victory came at a heavy cost, however, as Whymper watched four of his companions fall to their deaths on the descent. It was a tragedy that would cast a shadow over the remainder of his life.

Published in 1871, Scrambles Amongst the Alps is Whymper's own story of his nine years spent climbing in the Alps. One of the first books devoted to the sheer thrill of mountaineering, it is a breathtaking account of the triumph of man over mountain in a time before thermal clothing, nylon ropes, global positioning systems, and air rescues. It also offers Whymper's controversial story of the tragedy on the Matterhorn. One of the best adventure books of all time, Scrambles Amongst the Alps is an essential classic of climbing literature by one of mountaineering's most legendary figures.

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Interesting story; not an easy read.......2004-02-27

I bought the book due to my interest in the period it covers -- early Alpine mountaineering. Edward Whymper was an interesting guy, and certainly one of the foreign pioneers of mountain climbing (including the first climb of Matterhorn). I found him to be less inspiring as an author -- the book's pace is slow, punctuated by various tangential discussions, e.g. geology of glaciers.

It failed to capture my imagination, as other more receint mountaineering books have done -- try Gaston Rebuffat, Walter Bonatti, Chris Bonnington instead.

Whymper's writing achieved the summit of excellence........1997-07-25

As one of the early mountain climbers, Whymper was not only a dedicated climber but also an astute observer of human nature and the natural environment. His writings reflect a strong will and great intelligence. The artistry of his mountain scenes vividly illustrate his book and combined with his witty prose make for a mountaineering classic

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SCRAMBLES AMONGST THE ALPS
EDWARD WHYMPER
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Scrambles Amongst the Alps
Edward Whymper
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Scrambles Amongst the Alps
Edward Whymper
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Scrambles Amongst the Alps & Down The
Edward Whymper
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Scrambles amongst the Alps in the years 1860-1869 (Adventure classics)

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Scrambles amongst the Alps in the years 1860-1869 (Adventure classics)
Edward Whymper
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Scrambles amongst the Alps in the years 1860-69,

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Great book of mountaneering
superb writing from the Golden Age of Alpinism
Un-techno hiking

Scrambles amongst the Alps in the years 1860-69,
Edward Whymper
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Great book of mountaneering.......2006-03-10

I have enjoyed very much reading this book. That's why I award it with 5 stars, it is amongst my favourite books of mountaneering, with Lionel's Terray Conquerers of the useless.

Although it has some chapters with technical details about glaciers, railway tracks and so on, it is amazing to be involved in the gold age of alpinism.

superb writing from the Golden Age of Alpinism.......2000-12-26

Since I first read this little classic, Edward Whymper's book on scrambling in the Alps has always been my favorite mountaineering book. Something about his style of writing makes one feel they have not only read a delightful tale, they have actually incorporated it into their own memory. His pencil etchings are so evocative, you can almost smell the brisk air of Zermatt and feel the weathered texture of the Swiss dwelling. You can once again experience the thoughts of trepidation and anticipation which accompany a good outing in the mountains. This is Victorian mountain writing at its very best, in an age before high technology and polarfleece added safety and comfort but put some palpable distance between you and the experience and blunted the directness of your perceptions and observations. I've spent many of my own happy hours scrambling in the Alps, but somehow Whymper makes it seem like I'm doing it anew. Sure, it's always interesting to read of the difficulties of Everest or the tales of hardship on Half Dome, but Whymper was among the first, and high technology and modern photography have not allowed us to better put you into the heart of the experience.

Un-techno hiking.......2000-05-25

A wonderful story of non-technical climbing from the 19th century. Inspiring.

Scrambles Amongst the Alps in Years 1860-69

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Scrambles Amongst the Alps in Years 1860-69
Edward Whymper
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SCRAMBLES AMONGST THE ALPS.

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WEST FEDERAL TAXATION: INDIVIDUAL INCOME TAXES, 2007 EDITION continues to set the standard in introductory tax. Its authors and editors stay on top of trends in both tax law and tax education, as a result, the 2007 EDITION is thoroughly up-to-date, current in its thinking, and pedagogically advanced! No other text is as effective at helping users master the ever-changing Individual Tax Code. It provides accessible, comprehensive, and authoritative coverage of the relevant tax Code and regulations as they pertain to the individual taxpayer, as well as coverage of all major developments in federal taxation. It also adheres to the recommendations of the Accounting Education Change Commission (AECC) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). Visit the Product Website at http://wft.swlearning.com.

West Federal Taxation 2007: Individual Income Taxes (with RIA Checkpoint and Turbo Tax Premier CD-ROM)

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West Federal Taxation 2007: Individual Income Taxes (with RIA Checkpoint and Turbo Tax Premier CD-ROM)
William H. Hoffman , James E. Smith , and Eugene Willis
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WEST FEDERAL TAXATION: INDIVIDUAL INCOME TAXES, 2007 EDITION is accessible, comprehensive, and authoritative in its coverage of the Tax Code and regulations pertaining to the individual taxpayer. Covering all major developments in federal taxation, there is no other text as effective at helping users master the ever-changing Individual Tax Code.

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Oil and Gas: Federal Income Taxation
Patrick A. Hennessee
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The taxation of natural resources is one of the more complicated areas of the U.S. federal income tax system. From the acquisition of the mineral rights, to the exploration and development of the property, to the ultimate production of the mineral, there are unusual and challenging tax aspects along every step of the way. Oil and Gas: Federal Income Taxation (2007) is an invaluable single-source handbook for accounting, tax and legal practitioners concerned with financial issues related to oil and gas industry tax law. Highlights for the new edition include: New amortization rules for Major Integrated Oil Companies provided in the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005 (effective after May 16, 2006). New IRS guidance on the Code Sec. 199 Domestic Production Deduction. Uniform Capitalization Change in Accounting Method Procedures. Rev. Proc. 2006-31 list of required factors to justify revocation of a Code Sec. 83(b) election to include property transferred for performance of services in gross income in the year transferred. Phase out of the enhanced oil recovery credit. Asset Classes: Reclassification of assets used in a refinery. Updated and revised by noted oil and gas taxation authority and educator, Patrick A. Hennessee, Ph.D., CPA , this detailed reference is divided into six main sections: - Introduction to Oil and Gas Taxation - Acquisition of Interests - The Exploration Period - The Production Period - Dispositions - Other Areas The text begins with a discussion of the nature of oil and gas reserves in order to gain a better understanding of the industry. The material following is organized in a logical sequence of events which traces the normal industry pattern for developing oil and gas reserves.

Prentice Hall's Federal Taxation 2007: Corporations, Partnerships, Estates, and Trusts (20th Edition) (Prentice Hall's Federal Taxation)

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Prentice Hall's Federal Taxation 2007: Corporations, Partnerships, Estates, and Trusts (20th Edition) (Prentice Hall's Federal Taxation)
Kenneth E. Anderson , and Thomas R. Pope
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Federal Income Taxation of Corporation and Shareholders

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Federal Income Taxation of Corporation and Shareholders
Boris I. Bittker , and James S. Eustice
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Federal Corporate Taxation (University Casebook Series)

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Corporate Taxation Translated into Plain English
A very good introduction

Federal Corporate Taxation (University Casebook Series)
Howard E. Abrams , and Richard L. Doernberg
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Find complete, updated coverage of the recent changes in corporate taxation: the debt/equity limitations ("non-qualified preferred stock") in corporate formations and reorganizations; anti-abuse redemption provisions covering stock options and sales between related corporations; Anti-Morris Trust changes to tax-free spin-offs; elective classification ("check-the-box") regulations; liberalization of Subchapter S shareholder restrictions; and changes to the timing of Subchapter S distributions.

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Corporate Taxation Translated into Plain English.......2001-06-30

The book has concise observations about the corporate taxation subject with clearly written and cogent passages addressing all the important topics. I am a CPA and tax professional, and it has proven to be a valuable worktool when used in conjunction with the Internal Revenue Code and Regulations.

A very good introduction.......2000-04-19

This book is a very good introduction to basic subchapter C concepts with which every good tax lawyer should be familiar. The subject matter cannot be fully grasped without some effort but this title will make that effort less burdensome. I highly recommend it to law students and tax lawyers who do not have significant experience with subchapter C of the IRC.

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Federal Tax Course 2006
L. Stephen Cash , Thomas L. Dickens , Ruth Goran , Rebekah Sheely , and John Yeutter
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The 2006 CCH Federal Tax Course is by far the most comprehensive and ambitious tax textbook on the market today. Long a favorite of tax teachers for its superior coverage of both the tax fundamentals and more technical tax concepts, it is used in the most challenging tax programs in the country where students are expected to leave the classroom with a real-world, practice-ready orientation. The book is easily distinguished from all other texts in that the CCH Federal Tax Course provides more in-depth coverage (e.g., chapters on tax credits and tax practice and procedure), a broader range of topics (e.g., specially-taxed corporations and taxation of securities), and a more detailed approach to the issues and practices evident throughout the text, as a whole. This new edition reflects the American Jobs Creation Act of 2004, Working Families Tax Relief Act of 2004, and other significant developments that took place throughout the year. The CCH Federal Tax Course is unique in that it is used in almost every type and level of tax course offered. Community college programs that target adults seeking to learn tax compliance for employment purposes adopt the text because it fosters technical tax knowledge and skill development that just isn't available in any other text. Undergraduate tax programs that pride themselves in preparing students for immediate work in the accounting and financial services industries adopt the text, because of its no-nonsense approach and comprehensive coverage. Graduate business, accounting and tax programs adopt the book, because there is no other text that covers the wide range of tax topics covered in the CCH Federal Tax Course. Law Schools insist on having ample copies in their libraries because students need to reference the text for a working understanding of many of the concepts and principles that are not provided in the case approach textbooks used in this market. The CCH Federal Tax Course covers the vast realm of federal taxation with utmost clarity, insightful interpretation, and painstaking attention to detail. Written and compiled by CCH's tax editorial staff and contributing outside academic contributors, the information contained is authoritative, yet easy to grasp and apply. The 2006 Edition has been completely updated to include key legislative and regulatory developments. Each CCH Federal Tax Course chapter is introduced with a Tax Concepts section which explains key concepts to the reader. CCH Explanations, keyed to the Internal Revenue Code, Income Tax Regulations, court cases, interpretive rulings and other sources, provide an indepth examination of practical tax issues. Examples of real-world cases are utilized to illustrate how the official rules are applied in practice. Chapter problems are found at the end-of-each chapter to supplement and reinforce the learning process. Practical "Taxpayers' Elections" comments appear throughout the text. These comments provide options available to taxpayers for saving taxes in various situations.

Federal Tax Course 2007 (Federal Tax Course)

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Difficult Topics Made More Difficult

Federal Tax Course 2007 (Federal Tax Course)
CCH Tax Law Editors
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Difficult Topics Made More Difficult.......2007-06-05

I'm using this book as required text for Individual Income Tax. The professor skips around in the chapters due to the fact that topics don't make logical sense the way they're organized. Also, the CCH StudyMate is basically useless. It contains a broad variety of topics, nothing organized by chapter. I am sorry if you are required to use this text for a course.

Prentice Hall's Federal Taxation 2006: Corporations,Partnerships, Estates, and Trusts (19th Edition) (Prentice Hall's Federal Taxation)

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Prentice Hall's Federal Taxation 2006: Corporations,Partnerships, Estates, and Trusts (19th Edition) (Prentice Hall's Federal Taxation)
Kenneth E. Anderson , Thomas R. Pope , Anna C. Fowler , Richard Joseph , John Kramer , and Susan Nordhauser
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For mainstream introductory courses in individual federal income tax concepts and applications at the undergraduate or MBA level.

This series goes beyond simply being a definitive guide by being the only book in tax that provides a built-in study guide (throughout the margins) to break down concepts and assist students in learning tax concepts.

Study Guide for Hoffman/Smith/Willis' West Federal Taxation 2006: Individual Income Taxes, 29th

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Study Guide for Hoffman/Smith/Willis' West Federal Taxation 2006: Individual Income Taxes, 29th
William H. Hoffman , James E. Smith , and Eugene Willis
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