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The Scoobidoo approach to history
In the early 1990s, George Lucas, perhaps the greatest provider of popular culture in the twentieth century, produced what I consider to be the best TV series ever made, *The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles*, the concept of which was, in Lucas's own words, "to get kids involved in history through the Young Indiana Jones character".

The series had two actors impersonating young Indy: Corey Carrier was Indy from 1908 through 1911, and Sean Patrick Flannery was Indy from 1916 through 1921. As the actors matured, I supposed Lucas intended to have them explore the early 1910s and 20s. Unfortunately, the series petered out, and all we are left with is a collection of fifteen young adults books that fill the gap between the Carrier and Flannery periods, from the Spring of 1913 in this volume to December 1914 in *The Eye of the Tiger*.

*Young Indiana Jones and the Plantation Treasure* has thirteen-year old Indy join young Lizzie Ravenall (who returns in *The Curse of the Ruby Cross* and *Mountain of Fire*) in her quest for an ancient family treasure that has them trace a slave of her grandfather's through the remains of the Underground Railroad. The plot is pre-formatted Scoobidoo but, faithful to the vocation of the TV series, it manages to marble in some information on the antebellum South. Moreover, the slim volume contains five bibliographical references for kids who want to find out more, and a four-paragraph historical note which tells you that, contrary to the TV episodes, which always featured at least one important historical figure, "the main characters in the book are all made up", but that abolitionist Garrick Lloyd was based on William Lloyd Garrison and the slave Indy and Lizzie are looking for, Harriet Stoneman, had a real-life equivalent, Harriet Tubman.

All in all, it is a rather sympathetic adventure that might conceivably stimulate interest in history among younger readers.

(One continuity error I am having problems with is the allusion to the hat "that man gave me in Utah", a reference to the Utah, 1912 segment of *Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade*, in which an eighteen-year old River Phoenix played a thirteen-year old Indy. It is really hard to picture the hero of this book as Phoenix one year older. But then the fault lies with the movie, not the book.)

Before Raiders of the Lost Ark. . .
Before Raiders of the Lost Ark, meet Young Indy in this great book about treasure.While on business with his father, he meets a girl named Lizzie Ravenall who is searching for her family treasure.She, Indy and hisfather go all across the Eastern Seaboard following the UndergroundRailroad to find the treasure. ... Read more

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Superb reproduction of 1797 publication of four sections of Edward Young’s popular poem Night Thoughts, illustrated with 43 designs by William Blake. Images of angels, spirits, poets, sensuous women, Life, Death, Reason and Truth swirl about Young’s text, adding to its meaning and revealing much of Blake’s own vision. Plate-by-plate commentaries by Professors Robert Essick and Jenijoy La Belle. Introduction. Bibliography. 43 illustrations.
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Unjustly forgotten
This is the reprint of the edition published in 1797, with engravings of William Blake. The poem itself, enormously popular in the 18th century, is now shrouded in obscurity, and it stays in print only due to Blake's illustrations. But despite of its unpopularity, I found it quite enjoyable. It is best read in one sitting, without interrupting the constant flow of ideas and thoughts. It is a meditation, at once introspective and all-encompassing, a contemplation of Death, Time, Friendship, and Immortality of man. Granted, it does tend to drag on too much in the last chapter, but the first ones are so good they're worthy of being memorized. Blake's engravings, surrounding the text as a frame, capture the essense of the poem and at the same time enhance it, adding to it even more depth. The poem's abstract concepts take shape, making some passages more memorable. (This edition includes a commentary on the pictures' symbolism.) The book is worth getting for the engravings alone; it is a work of art in every sense of the word. ... Read more

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11th. edition may 2008. isbn 9780964729230.published by windblown media.office@windblownmedia.com. ... Read more

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This work covers a study of young adult Catholics aged 20 to 39. It compares Latino and non-Latino Catholics on a wide array of beliefs, attitudes, and practices. ... Read more

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For freshman/sophomore-level courses in Introduction to the Bible, Introduction to the Old Testament, The Bible as Literature, Introduction to Religion.Designed for those who have had little or no previous exposure to the academic study of the Bible, this text explores - individually - the literary, historical, and contemporary worlds of the Bible. ... Read more

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An abridged version of Shakespeare's original text, with suggestions for simple staging. Includes parenthetical explanations and descriptions within the text and announcers who summarize deleted passages. ... Read more

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Volume Two in the biography of William Branham. ... Read more

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Simply a Must Purchase
If you Truly want to Be Blessed, Know The Truth and encounter The Most Supernatural Move of God in a Man and a Ministry outside of the Bible, then All of these books in this series are Absolutely Necessary in your life! I have read about almost every revival and True man of God since the people of the New Testament died and I have never read nor listen too a move of God on the Gentiles in all of history as The Lord did through Brother William Branham and his ministry in the past century. Remember, it is not about the man but About The Lord Jesus Christ. ... Read more

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If you love Shakespeare, you'll hate this book.
THis is not a novel to be tossed lightly aside, but should be hurled with great force.The action starts off with Will being sexually molested by a former school teacher and it ends with Will stabbing a helplessly bound Marlowe in the eye.This is a dark, gloomy novel with none of the brightness of Shakespeare.Under a thin veil of historical accuracy, Cook writes a hatchett job on Shakespeare by adding completely inaccurate events.It also has a very homeo-erotice portion.Will has sex with Marlowe to look at Marlowe's plays.This is the most distasteful book about Shakespeare I've ever read.

Another smash success by Bruce Cook
I am a fan of Bruce Cook (Bruce Alexander) having read all his titles in the Chico Cervantes and Sir John Fielding series. My copy of Young Will: The Confessions of William Shakespeare arrived this week and I quickly finished it. A timeless tale of adultery, betrayal and murder, Young Will is all the more riveting because the central character is one of the greatest artists of all time. Whether or not you are a Shakespeare fan, you will be informed, entertained and on the edge of your seat as you turn the pages. The story is rich in historical depictions, as are all of the author's works. By beginning the story with "young Will", Cook shares with his readers the backdrop against which Shakespeare honed his craft. I knew Shakespeare by his works, and as a timeless poet and playright. Cook considers life for young Will as he may have struggled with manhood and the enormous difficulties of 17th century London. ... Read more

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While investigating some strange incidents at an archaeological dig at Stonehenge in 1913, the young Indiana Jones and his pal Herman encounter a mysterious band of Dark Druids with a connection to German espionage activities. ... Read more

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Action packed; thrilling
In this book, Indiana Jones is brave as he battles mystery after mystery, searching for clues.I recommend this book and all of the other Indiana Jones books to all lovers of action.

This book was very interesting!
This story is about Indiana Jones, the famous hero, when he was a youngster. Indiana and his friend Herman are home from school vacation and are in England to help their fathers explore Stonehedge. When they arrive they find all the workers are being scared away by strange and scary things. It is Indy and Herman's job to discover who is scaring the men away. The boys discover a group of dark robed men led by a bad wizard. Indy and Herman must solve the mystery of what these men really plan on doing. This book was very exciting and also taught me about history. Read this book to solve the mystery of Stonehedge. ... Read more

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Cottrell's Neuroanesthesia 5th Edition, edited by James E. Cottrell, MD, FRCA and William L. Young, MD, delivers the complete and authoritative guidance you need to ensure optimal perioperative safety for neurosurgical patients. Integrating current scientific principles with the newest clinical applications, it not only explains what to do under any set of circumstances but also why to do it and how to avoid complications. Comprehensive updates reflect all of the latest developments in neurosurgical anesthesia, and contributions from many new experts provide fresh insights into overcoming tough clinical challenges. Access to the complete contents online at expertconsult.com enables you to rapidly and conveniently consult the book from any computer.

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Wanting to produce a 90-Minute Shakespeare play? This ready-to-use adaptation of one of the Bard's most popular plays, respects the verse and retains all major characters and plotlines. The play has been shortened, but none of Shakespeare's words have been changed. For the Shakespeare purist who loves the language, but desires a shorter running time, these are the scripts to use. The production-tested adaptations are perfect for a variety of groups, including professional theaters using a 90-minute TYA (Theatre-For-Young-Audiences) contract, universities, high schools, and community theaters. Free from side-by-side translations or notes, the scripts are rehearsal ready. The most common comment from audiences who have viewed productions of these adaptations is: "What was cut? It seemed like that was the whole play."

Romeo & Juliet is also available.

Coming soon: THE TAMING OF THE SHREW, KING LEAR and TWELFTH NIGHT.

DIANE TIMMERMAN, a professional actor and director, is an Associate Professor of Theatre at Butler University where she has directed all five of her Shakespeare adaptations. Acting credits include roles at Chicago's Court Theatre, Dayton's Human Race Theatre Company, the Indiana Repertory and Phoenix Theatres of Indianapolis. Diane has appeared in numerous commercials and films, including The Package with Gene Hackman. ... Read more

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Excellent!
I am the founder of The Haven Theatre Company in Los Angeles - and we are in the middle of performing our first production, "A Midsummer Night's Dream" using Diane Timmerman's spectacular script.We have to perform the play in one act -- and I was relieved to find a Midsummer script already edited to serve this purpose.

Our show has received much praise since our opening -- people have said of the script that it is a brilliant cut.It retains all of the major plotlines and most of the characters -- but boils it down to plot and what is most relevant today.In fact, I think it's perfect for our modern audiences.One friend who saw the show, who is a producer at ABC television, said, he "didn't feel like was watching Shakespeare. -- It flew by, had terrific flow, and was very entertaining."

I plan to use all of Diane Timmerman's scripts over the next few years!!!I couldn't encourage the use of her "A Midsummer Night's Dream" more.. it is fabulous.

Sincerely,
Ashley Ward

For a Greater Appreciation of Will
It's like reading the play anew. Even if you're looking to perform or teach the fuller version of R&J get this book. Never has the tragedy sounded so clear--no insult to the bard intended. Lines I never noticed before ring clear, true and beautiful. In fact since using Professor Timmerman's 90-Minute Midsummer Night's Dream for a production, and reading this Romeo and Juliet, I have gained an even greater appreciation for what Shakespeare's audiences reveled in and what great, glorious entertainment he created. So while these 90-Minute Shakespeares are an aid to production at any level, I'm finding them a contribution to scholarship and teaching.

A Trim Midsummer
I just finished staging a production of Midsummer with high school students. I had already started making my cuts when I came across Ms. Timmerman's text. I went back and compared--there was no comparison. What she gives is a clean, clear, plot-thrust version of the play. It made it a lot easier for me to see what I wanted to do with my production. I pray she continues. ... Read more

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Presents more than 20 Afro-American folktales featuring the escapades of Brer Rabbit and more than 10 tales describing the lives of Afro-American slaves. ... Read more

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You can't beat a Shakespearean scene for an acting tune-up. The sixty scenes in The Ultimate Scene Study Series for Teens Volume 1 provide a key with which young actors can unlock a storehouse of emotional, technical, and interpretive skills. Material from twenty-seven plays are organized as scenes for two characters, three characters, four characters, and five or more characters. The introduction discusses rhetorical elements, imagery, themes, verse, and prose styles, subplots, and tips on playing Shakespearean characters. ... Read more

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Gets one Thinking of the extrordinary
I think everyone should read this book.So often we say God can do all things but then we put limits on him.This book really helps us to see where we might limit God and How he can show us he can not be held to the limitations that we the world... Man try to hold him to.God is God after all. ... Read more

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For courses in World Religions or Comparative Religions.

This introduction to the world's religions provides an orientation to the study of religion; surveys the stages of development, worldviews, and current situations of the major world religions; and discusses the ways these religions respond to contemporary ethical issues. It also presents a sampling of new religious movements and looks to the possible ways the world's religions may interact in the 21st century. Its distinctive “framework for understanding” religious worldviews allows students to compare and contrast the teachings of religions objectively.

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Good transaction
The book we ordered came well before the date it said it would.We were under a time crunch so it was great that it came so soon.Everything was as stated and we are prefectly happy with this purchase.

Very Good Condition
This book came in great condition.It was also filled with very useful information that is not opinionated, but open minded. ... Read more

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For young actors wishing to hone their audition skills, The Ultimate Audition Book for Teens Volume 5 offers age-appropriate material from the greatest monologue writer of all. The 111 monologues play from fifteen seconds to two minutes. Monologues are drawn from twenty-nine of Shakespeare plays and equally represent comedy and drama and male and female characters. The introduction discusses Shakespeare's prose and verse style and offers tips on auditioning with Shakespearean monologues. ... Read more

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item never shipped!!!
ordered this book for my daughter entering college and never recieved her text book. so now a month later im ordering from another vendor bause she is now getting behind in her class assignments. very DIAPPOINTED!! ... Read more