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The Instant Millionaire: A Tale of Wisdom and Wealth
Published in Paperback by New World Library (1993-01-01)
Author: Mark Fisher
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More about attitude and mindset than any real techniques.
Helpful Votes: 0 out of 0 total.
Review Date: 2008-07-21
I listened to the audio cassettes in 1995 while driving across the everglades. I was in my early 30's and struggling. Without being too dramatic I will tell you it did change my life. More specifically it changed my relationship with money and how I thought about money. There is one particular piece of the story where a man applying for a job is almost rejected because he is asking too low a salary. The inability to negotiate and the low salary expectation casts doubt on the business owner. More to this in the story...

If you are looking for specific methods and formulas for earning wealth this is probably not a good resource.

I would say this is a good resource for someone of any age who is trying to break out from the "money is scare" / penny pinching approach to life.

Good luck

It teachs wrong ideas!!
Helpful Votes: 0 out of 0 total.
Review Date: 2008-05-09
It takes more than the desire and imaginary numbers to be rich. Skills are also needed to be successful. I have seen many who are successful with the desires and skills. Also, I have seen many who are failed with the desires and imaginary numbers but without skills. The book told readers that "Be still, and knew that I am God" as a secret of happiness. It is not a secret of happiness, it is a recipe to be a mad man.

The instant Millionaire
Helpful Votes: 0 out of 0 total.
Review Date: 2007-08-22

Great book. The tale of the Wisdom and wealth i was able use the story and apply to my life daily. Get the book !! Great read

This is where the real driving force lies
Helpful Votes: 1 out of 1 total.
Review Date: 2007-05-15
43 yo (and getting better) beginer enterpreneur-

Without the drive to be able to jump out in the abyss,well nothing you know or do will take you to your dream.

this book hwelped see that I am the one who eventually puts the "worth" on my value- not a comforting fact, specially if like the heroe of the story, you see the millionare gentleman looking down at you with that exression of pity and saying.. "that really low"... but then again, if our mindsets are limited and our notion of prosperity is 2.5 x your regular income, then thats what you are most likely to get.

I congratulate the reveiwer who said that the book helped him achieve a 6 figure income in 8 months... I wish I could say the same, but do not expect a 100% guaranty on anything in life.. maybe its true that we have to jump out, crash, have our bones heal again and jump again.. scary??, you bet!

Great Financial Wisdom
Helpful Votes: 2 out of 2 total.
Review Date: 2007-04-12
This is a great book about learning how to change your life for the positive. It is simple but profound.


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Getting It Published: A Guide for Scholars and Anyone Else Serious about Serious Books (Chicago Guides to Writing, Editing, and Publishing)
Published in Paperback by University Of Chicago Press (2001-05-01)
Author: William Germano
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Tremendous
Helpful Votes: 18 out of 20 total.
Review Date: 2001-07-26
The former editorial director of the Columbia University Press lays it all out for aspiring non-fiction authors. From finding a publishing house to choosing a title for your work Germano provides solid advice which the would-be writer should ignore at his or her peril. His advice certainly made me re-think the working title "Get Over the Schmuck: Bereavement for Dummies" when submitting my motivational guide to coping with loss, and it paid dividends. An indispensible guide.

Useful for scholars and trade authors alike!
Helpful Votes: 25 out of 26 total.
Review Date: 2005-05-10
Having read a number of books on publishing in the past several months, I was delighted to stumble upon "Getting It Published." Although it isn't directly related to my current career path - presently, I'm self-publishing a general trade nonfiction book, as opposed to a scholarly tome - I found Germano's advice to be helpful, thoughtful, and eloquent nonetheless.

In welcome contrast to the many publishing books that are aimed at more general audiences, "Getting It Published" does not dumb itself down for the lowest common denominator. Germano's writing is witty, enjoyable, and informed - it's as though you're receiving guidance from your academic advisor rather than reading a how-to book written by some faceless, self-proclaimed publishing "guru." It should come as no surprise that Germano is the VP and publishing director at Routledge. His wealth of insight is remarkable - he covers the process of publishing scholarly work from beginning to end. From writing the manuscript, to crafting a successful proposal, signing a contract, and seeing the work through to publication, Germano doesn't miss a beat. He even covers the not-so-little details, like copyrights, permissions, quotations, artwork, and cover design. His discussion of the various publishing houses and their tasks ("What do publishers do?") was most informative.

"Getting It Published" is a must-have for those new to scholarly publishing. Newbies to the world of publishing who aren't looking to publish scholarly work won't be disappointed, either - there's plenty of useful information in here for everyone. It also serves as a much-needed break from all those awful "For Dummies" books and "Idiot's Guides" that seem to saturate the publishing market!

- Kelly Garbato

Author & ePublisher
Peedee Publishing / Hot Dog!, LLC

An expert publishing guide for scholars
Helpful Votes: 28 out of 31 total.
Review Date: 2001-07-07
William Germano became an expert in scholarly book publishing as editor in chief of Columbia University Press. Today, he is vice president and publishing director of Routledge. This book summarizes the most important lessons of a life in editorial development.

Germano explains book development from two perspectives. As an editor and publisher, he explains what a book must do for the press that releases it. He helps aspiring authors - and editors - to understand their role in the process of creating and developing the book a publisher will produce.

Germano's easygoing, informative style reminds me of the old-fashioned editors and publishers I have known. This is an overview of working with books intended for a scholarly or scientific audience. It is a systematic guidebook to the publishing process. It explains what publishers do, how a manuscript must be prepared, how to select a publisher, and how to propose a book. Then it explains how to work with publisher or editor from proposal to finished product.

First-time authors and editors will find this a valuable resource that helps beginners to avoid common mistakes. Seasoned authors will find value in the concise, well structured tour of the publishing process.

Book review published in Design Research News, Volume 6, Number 7, Jul 2001 ISSN 1473-3862.

Very useful for anyone interested in publishing his or her work
Helpful Votes: 3 out of 3 total.
Review Date: 2006-12-12
This is a great end-to-end book on the publishing business for scholars and trade publication authors. It gives an excellent overview of the business, talks about the ins and outs of contracts and provides a lot of useful inside information.

This book is relatively short, but it is organized well and packed with useful "to the point" tips. It also introduces the vocabulary one needs to understand and negotiate publishing a book or other work.

As the title suggests, this is a serious book, but it is an easy an enjoyable read. The author is very credible and you can trust the information contained within.

I learned about this book from a fairly well known author and editor. He thought it was the single best resource on the topic. I own at least 5-6 other books on this subject and this is probably my favorite too.

useful handbook
Helpful Votes: 4 out of 6 total.
Review Date: 2002-08-27
Gives consistent and straight-forward advice, with a few bits of practical inspiration. There are no real trade secrets here, and Germano makes some points that are certainly arguable, but these qualities may be why this guide will remain current and useful for some time.


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Developing Talents: Careers for Individuals with Asperger Syndrome and High-Functioning Autism
Published in Paperback by Autism Asperger Publishing Company (2004-03)
Authors: Temple Grandin and Kate Duffy
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Developing Talents: Careers for Individuals with Asperger Syndrome and High-Functioning Autism
Helpful Votes: 1 out of 5 total.
Review Date: 2007-07-13
Fantastic book! Chock-full of practical ideas for coping in the real world, from someone on the autism spectrum who is highly successful in her life

Limited information
Helpful Votes: 15 out of 17 total.
Review Date: 2007-05-22
By my having AS, along with ADHD, I was looking for a book that would give me some insight on the type of careers that people with AS may gravitate towards and how those with AS cope and succeed in an NT work environment.

For careers, not much insight as the gist was to try and make a career out of your special interest, which can vary among aspies. This is not necessarily a bad thing as it means that the career options are many for those of us with AS.

My second objective of learning how aspies can function effectively in the workplace was more disappointing. Most of the advice was things you could find in traditional career books. Not much on how to interview well, given our social challenges, or how to promote accomplishments because of the tendency to want to work alone. These are just two examples.

The book does a fair job of explaining AS and how it could present challenges in the workplace, but all in all, nothing insightful that can be used to find or succeed in a career.

Autism Education
Helpful Votes: 16 out of 20 total.
Review Date: 2006-11-03
Most of this book offers parents assistance in educational needs of their lower functioning autisitc children. However, the list of possible job types is limited to manual laborer jobs. After having worked (and lived) with children in the autistic spectrum, I believe they are capable of much more than this book offers them. I would liketo see the authors add a list of secondary schools that offer admissins to children on the autistic spectrum along with assistance in the application process.

A must read for teens, adults and parents!
Helpful Votes: 19 out of 20 total.
Review Date: 2006-08-10
Dr. Grandin has taken her knowledge, expertise and sensitivity one step further in Developing Talents: Careers for Individuals with Asperger Syndrome and High Functioning Autism. She offers many ideas for those affected by or those working with these individuals. This area is filled with people of talent who are underemployed. An example of one of the suggestions offered - an individual who is interested in cartoons and spends their days drawing - all day - being encouraged to go to a museum of cartooning, learning about different kinds of cartoons, the history of cartoons which expands their interest - meeting others with the same interest. It is not enough to have a talent or the intellectual ability to understand complex things. Without work, Dr. Grandin explains, her life would not have had order, content or meaning. She covers many different kinds of jobs that people on the autism spectrum can accommodate to and ones that would be more difficult for them. The book is well thought out and because Dr. Grandin is herself on the spectrum and spends so much of her time speaking to others at her many presentations she has analyzed a great deal of what works and what does not. This book is an absolute must read! I run a large group for parents, professionals and individuals and it is one of my first recommendations. This book gives concrete suggestions and hope.

"Making the Most of Asperger's ASD"
Helpful Votes: 3 out of 3 total.
Review Date: 2008-02-02
"Developing Talents: Careers for Individuals with Asperger Syndrome and High-Functioning Autism", by Temple Grandin and Kate Duffy. APC(Autism Asperger Publishing Co.), KS 2004. ISBN 1-93-1282-56-0 Pbk. 140/153 pages includes 5 pgs. Ref., and Append. 3 pgs., 6 pgs. Disclosure, & 9 pgs. Job tips and development. Some charts, no illustrations. 9" x 6".

A carefully written and documented treatise on practical methods to nurture, acquire and maintain employment of individuals with ASD (Autistic Spectrum Disorders) and especial reference to those having Asperger's Syndrome, i.e., a high or higher-functioning level of autism either with or without specific talents. The authors have particular first-hand knowledge of ASD by either being affected or children with autistic traits.

So, yes, this is a "how to" book that should prove to be an important informational guide on structuring realistic avenues that can lead to eventual employment in the workforce, clearly pointing out the need for early intervention (parents), focusing on development of talents into marketable skills and managing the environmental and social factors that may be devastating to those potentially employable ASDs using mentors whenever possible.

The writers have skillfully outlined the many basic problems encountered in ASD together with mitigating means to overcome such difficulties. In ASD there is a neurological disability which often is manifest via magnitude, separation, and response of the various sense modalities (touch, taste, sound, visual). This imbalance and admixture or crossing-over of sensory modalities is associated with frustrations, anger, withdrawal, and distraction from mild stimuli such as fluorescent light flickering, roughness of clothing, strong scents and includes avoidance of eye contact, crowds, and careless grooming, etc. Using "white noise", gum chewing, exercise, soft clothing, incandescent bulbs, tinted glasses, "counting to 10" and counseling can do wonders. Using networking, hobbies, portfolio creation, and focusing on improving enjoyed skills can lead to successful employment.

The appendix briefly covers the ADA of 1990 and many available resources. Authors point out many of the computer nerds or geeks are believed to have Asperger, that many have exceptional skills to contribute to society as a whole, the caveat being that their societal integration faces many pitfalls which can be avoided or cushioned, and these are succinctly spelled out in this manual. With statistics revealing that upwards of 1 in 166 children are currently diagnosed with ASD, it is a certainty you will undoubtedly encounter many of them in the schools, workplace, gatherings, and etc., ergo this guide is helpful for all.


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The Official LSAT PrepTest 41 (Official LSAT PrepTest) (Official LSAT PrepTest)
Published in Paperback by Law School Admission Council (2002-11-30)
Author: Law School Admission Council
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The Next Fifty Years: A Guide for Women at Mid-Life And Beyond
Published in Paperback by Hampton Roads Publishing Co. (2005-09-01)
Author: Pamela D. Blair
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A Workbook Sprinkled With Flashes of Humor
Helpful Votes: 0 out of 0 total.
Review Date: 2008-08-04
I liked this workbook. It is comprehensive and divided into four sections: Thoughts, Cultural Attitudes and Myths about Women Aging; Who we are, Who and What We Live With; and Looking Forward. In her introduction, Blair suggests that we skip sections which do not apply to us. All of her short essays are followed by space in which to respond to questions such as "how does this feel?" or, more specifically, asking for a response to the issue addressed.

There were sections which did not pique my curiosity and I did read through those quickly. However, on a whole, the issues addressed are those which we, as women in the second half of life, should be thinking about. Her style gives us an opportunity for reflection, but does not ask us to spend hours thinking and writing. One could work through a section or even a few pages, put it down, pick it up and still follow the flow of the concepts.

Blair's book is intended to be used as a personal journal but could be used in a discussion/writing group following the study guide in the back or any other format deemed fitting for a group of women. It is well written researched and easy to follow.

The titles of her essays are enough to entice one to read. For example: Myths to Not Live By, Changing Tempo, Aging Can Be Fun? Ages and Stages and An Attitude of Gratitude. There is a long bibliography and a study guide. Her writing is pleasing and her flashes of humor and mini-stories about herself keep The Next Fifty Years from being a dry workbook. Blair feels that "we have an assignment to make clear our role in society: to inscribe the possibilities of age on the guideposts to the future."

by Judith Helburn
for Story Circle Book Reviews
reviewing books by, for, and about women

Fantastic amazon
Helpful Votes: 0 out of 4 total.
Review Date: 2007-11-18
I bought three books (this is one of them) to give as gifts from amazon. I was apprehensive they would not be on time for a golden wedding anniversary and 50th birthday of a close relative.

Firstly, the books where in mint condition with superb contents and apropos for the occasion (good guidance from brief descriptions by amazon) and best of all delivery was precise. Provided tracking was accurate with a couple of days to spare.

Amazon is still excellent in all aspect as I keep dealing with it! KUDOS!!!!

A Must-read for women 50+
Helpful Votes: 1 out of 1 total.
Review Date: 2008-06-29
Thought-provoking, comprehensive, and chock full of pertinent information, Pamela Blair's book is an invaluable guide for the woman crossing over to midlife.
The reader can explore every aspect of what lies ahead for her as an older woman in 150 short essays that range from cultural attitudes and myths about aging women to such practical matters as health, finances, and relationships.
The author poses questions at the end of each essay to which the reader can respond to by journaling right in the book, making it a highly personal experience.
As an added bonus, a study guide is provided at the end of the book for women who wish to meet in discussion groups using The Next Fifty Years.
This book is the perfect companion for the woman who wants to better understand and enter in celebratory fashion midlife and beyond.

- Chloe Jon Paul


The Next Fifty Years
Helpful Votes: 1 out of 5 total.
Review Date: 2008-04-05
I thought I had ordered the book but it seems the CD was ordered instead. Fortunately the author was kind enough to refund my money but I was very disappointed. After researching what had been the communication problem, the person who was circulating the CD as part of her lecture series was advertising the CD under the book title then stating she was replacing the book with the CD. I personally feel that is an inappropriate way to advertise her product and it should be done separately. I may reorder the book at a later date obviously through a different Amazon distributor.

The Next Fifty Years: A Guide for Women at Mid-Life And Beyond
Helpful Votes: 11 out of 11 total.
Review Date: 2007-07-17
The Next Fifty Years: A Guide for Women at Midlife and Beyond is a must have reference and guide for women over fifty years old. This book contains articles, reference material, and practical exercise on every imaginable subject from the self image and emotions through the spiritual and the creative self to dealing with family and personal finances. Each of these sections comes complete with meaningful quotes, first hand accounts from other fifty plus women, and a series of questions that the reader can ask herself relating to these important subjects. This book also comes with a study guide.

The Next Fifty Years: A Guide for Women at Midlife and Beyond is extremely complete. This book covers every possible topic that the reader could ever have imagined and a few they probably never knew existed. More importantly though, this book also details a lot of those questions we'd all like to ask or those feelings that we could never feel comfortable enough to share with friends or family. Complete empowerment for women.


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The Business of Studio Photography: How to Start and Run a Successful Photography Studio
Published in Paperback by Allworth Press (2002-09-01)
Author: Edward Lilley
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Great Resource.
Helpful Votes: 0 out of 0 total.
Review Date: 2008-06-07
Easily the best recommendation for starting a photography service. Contains great advice and samples of documents needed to run a studio. Read it twice and then keep it on the handiest shelf.

Excellent book
Helpful Votes: 0 out of 0 total.
Review Date: 2008-05-27
This is definately full of great information that anyone starting a photography business needs to know. Well written.
-Pam

dog-eared from rereading it!
Helpful Votes: 0 out of 0 total.
Review Date: 2008-03-19
This is a really good book if you're trying to start or enhance a portrait and/or wedding photography career. It is aimed primarily at those trying to start a portrait studio, and there migh be better wedding-oriented books. But since that's my core business, it hit the nail on the head. Lots of good insights and tips, and I have quite a few page corners turned down for later reference. I recommend placing the book in the bathroom, so you can hone your photography business and marketing skills on a regular basis!

Great Material
Helpful Votes: 0 out of 0 total.
Review Date: 2008-02-28
Edward does a wonderful job with this book. Whether you're thinking about starting a photo business or already own one, this book is a must have. It's very detailed and chuck full of proven ideas and methods to get you running your business right from the start. He covers everything you can think of and even things you didn't in one book. I like that he writes about dealing with different situations with other photographers and different types of clients. I will be incorporating many of his suggested techniques and ideas in my business (currently part-time but soon to be full-time). Great stuff!

A little long in the tooth.
Helpful Votes: 2 out of 2 total.
Review Date: 2008-03-04
I am a professional photographer who has been using my home as a studio. This is a good book as a guide for what the title implies, but it also spends a lot of time on things like film. I know, many pros still shoot film. I'm only saying some of his formulas are outdated. It's my own fault for not looking at original published date. So just be aware of this.


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Days In The Lives Of Social Workers: 54 Professionals Tell "Real-life" Stories From Social Work Practice
Published in Paperback by White Hat Communications (2004-12-24)
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Very Inspiring and Insightful!
Helpful Votes: 0 out of 0 total.
Review Date: 2008-04-09
When I decided to buy this book it was becaus I was already thinking of a career in social work. And, I must say that the book is very inspiring and insightful.

The stories come from different types of social workers, in different fields, under different circumstances, and really gives the reader a sense of what each worker goes through on a typical day.

It's also very true to the field. Since buying the book I have had the opportunity to work in social service, and the day-to0day events adn issues the workers deal with in the book are very realistic and honest.

It's definately a must-read for anyone thinking about the social work field, no matter what service or population you are thinking about working with.

not bad at all
Helpful Votes: 0 out of 0 total.
Review Date: 2007-09-24
I thought it was filled with useful information, considering the different fields described in each chapter. PERSONALLY, I would have liked to see even more examples, but if you're leaning towards the medical field in social work, I think this is a great way to get an idea as to what you will be dealing with.
I would recommend the book to anyone since it's always good to understand how varied the field of social work can be.

Absolute must read.
Helpful Votes: 0 out of 0 total.
Review Date: 2007-09-11
Days in the Lives of Social Workers: 54 Professionals Tell"Real-life" Stories From Social Work Practice is an absolutely must read for unexperienced social workers as for experienced social workers.
This book provides the unexperienced social worker with the duties and responsibilities that are expected of you in your chosen field of practice,as well as in other areas. It also provides the opportunity for you to judge for yourself whether you are performing duties that are expected of you in your specific practice, and allows you to compare what you are being asked to do, with what others are doing in the same practice area . Moreover, you will feel motivated to join with other associations, and to volunteer your services as a means for professional growth as you read how other social workers manage to include these activities in their days.
For the experienced social worker that might be considering changing from one specialty practice to another, this book will provide a feel for what you may encounter in your new social work job.

Insightful
Helpful Votes: 0 out of 0 total.
Review Date: 2007-08-08
If you are looking for a book that gives you information about the various specialties in the social work profession, then this is a very good start. I was looking for that and now I have a much clearer view of what areas I may want to study and eventually work.

Very Helpful
Helpful Votes: 0 out of 0 total.
Review Date: 2007-05-12
If you are thinking of pursuing a social work career, this is a VERY helpful book. REAL stories about what the jobs are like - and what jobs there are in social work. Reads very easily. Best book on the subject I have found so far.


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Real Estate Presentations That Make Millions
Published in Paperback by AMACOM (2007-01-29)
Author: Jim Remley
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This book helped Ken Jansen Sell Homes in Overland park
Helpful Votes: 0 out of 0 total.
Review Date: 2008-07-07
This is an excellent book. Jim filled it with both Wit and Wisdom. I enjoyed the stories of learning by hard knocks and then the realization of what a planned presentation can do for you. Specifically I thought Jim's layout of the presentation and the explanations why to do it that way were especially valuable. I highly reccomend this book for both beginning and experienced agents. Especially those who like to "wing it" a lot. I would like to see Jim expand the book sometime to cover real estate websites, blogs, and online presentations.

Thanks!
Ken Jansen
[...]

An effective, powerful presentation which will win listings and generate sales.
Helpful Votes: 2 out of 3 total.
Review Date: 2007-09-02
Real estate professionals and libraries catering to them will find plenty of specific tips applicable to industry objectives in Real Estate Presentations That Make Millions, a guide produced by a real estate expert and author who became an agent at 19 years and made himself a master of the presentation, quickly becoming one of the top one percent of Realtors in the country. His book reflects years of speaking engagements on the topic and provides the tools and approaches readers need to deliver an effective, powerful presentation which will win listings and generate sales.

Systems and Presentations that Really Work.
Helpful Votes: 6 out of 10 total.
Review Date: 2007-04-09
I have known Jim for about 7 years and he has also impressed me as dynamic, young individual that knows exactly what he wants, and already has the plans mapped out how to get it. He proved that by listing and selling hundreds and hundreds of homes using systems, presentations and marketing methods that he created. Jim has mastered how to serve the customer efficiently and how to communicate with the customer effectively. Now you can learn those techniques from him.


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Mastering Landscape Photography: The Luminous Landscape Essays
Published in Paperback by Rocky Nook (2006-12-05)
Author: Alain Briot
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Mastering Landscape Photography: The Luminous Landscape Essays
Helpful Votes: 1 out of 1 total.
Review Date: 2008-06-13
When i first got this book i put it aside but recently I started to read it and it is fantastic, from nuts to bolts you can build a business on it as it takes you through the concept of landscape photography to the actual business plan. 10/10 the title really needs to be changed as it does much more than teach Landscape Photography. It is a persons life planning skills on his passion.

Should probably have "Southwest" in the title
Helpful Votes: 1 out of 1 total.
Review Date: 2008-05-31
A beautiful book with great insights into photography in the southwest. The quality of the printing and phographic reproduction is excellent, as is the author's grasp of landscape photography and his ability to communicate his insights. My only quarrel with the book is that it is too focused on the southwest, especially the red-rock and canyon territory of Utah and Arizona. I wanted more on landscape photography in general. And, although the insights shared here can be taken into other areas of the country, a broader range of photographs would have helped. Also, the author tends to use the same photographe over and over to make his point. Surely he has more images that he could share. And, since most photographers these days use digital photography in 35mm comparable cameras, I wish he had spent less time extolling the virtues of Fuji film in his view camera.
These are somewhat minor quibbling points, however. I really did enjoy the book and recommend it.

A Master Has Spoken
Helpful Votes: 2 out of 3 total.
Review Date: 2007-07-25
Alain Briot has taken great pains to write a book that goes beyond any other Landscape Photography book. His approach is concise; his ability to communicate the message of "light" will serve as an inspiration to everyone who reads this book.

This is not a simple "how to" book.....It's a book with valuable information. "Let there be light"....Mr. Briot teaches us how to interpet light and develop our creativity. This is a must read book for all serious landscape photographers!!

DR Jones

Very Wordy - Doesn't Say Much!
Helpful Votes: 20 out of 22 total.
Review Date: 2007-07-13
I was initially offered this book sometime back when it was much more expensive. After seeing it on Amazon considerably cheaper I decided to purchase the book.

I was under the impression by the title that it would cover off on technical and artistic recommendations for landscape photography.

I found the book to be relatively well written, however, very wordy! The author is not succinct and to the point, but rather very long winded. Much of the text is repeated throughout the book as the writer becomes sidetracked - yet again. Therefore, approximately 30% - 50% of the book is extra words and duplicated information. Furthermore, the images in the book do not teach you anything. Many of the images are duplicated in each chapter.

The book is divided into roughly two sections - technical aspects and artistic aspects relating to landscape photography.

I found the technical aspects to be a little lacking. If you are already versed in the basic technically knowledge of photography, you do not require this book. Everything written can very easily be gleaned form other "free" sources. If you are searching for technical aspects - purchase another book.

Art by it's very nature is highly subjective, and it's very difficult to put into words as this author has demonstrated. There are literally pages and pages in which nothing is actually stated - just "mumbo jumbo". Briot goes on endlessly about his success and the reasons for his success. Although interesting in its own right, the book is a photographic book on the technical and artistic approach to landscape photography - not an autobiography! When reading his book I kept thinking to myself, when will it end, what is this guy trying to say, when will he cease to `blow his own horn".

Many reviewers have mentioned that the book was inspiring, and I must agree with them. Briot makes you want to "get out there and give it a go". But this is what autobiographies do - inspire. I bought the book for information which is sourly lacks.

I have a PhD in earth science which focuses my thoughts to the technical side of photography (science is basically technical). I often feel I lack the artistic side required to make images which is why I bought this book. Unfortunately, the book did not convey the information advertised. After reading the book a month ago, all I can remember is the author's personal history. I should be remembering photographic points - not whether he lived in France, Arizona or Colorado, or whether he hired a removal van for 3 days or 6 days, or whether he moved into a house with 3 or four rooms!

I'd suggest borrowing the book from a library rather than purchasing it.

I rate this book as follows:

Readability 2/10
Information 3/10
Biography 9/10
Imagery 3/10I

I suggest you read the follow up comments as well.....


A refreshing perspective that may change your life
Helpful Votes: 26 out of 29 total.
Review Date: 2007-08-15
I own probably 40 books on photography. All were well researched before purchase, so all are good books. Of the 40, 10 were very valuable, 10 more were worth reading, the the other half were not. This is the first that I read cover to cover in just a couple of days. Some mentioned there is not a lot of information in the book. Well, it's not filled with tips and tricks and specifics of how to use a tool or camera. It's more a book on how to approach and think about fine art photography, than how to do it. Meaning you will learn what directions to head in, and be given exercises that if you do them, will help get you there. There is a lot of information about subjects many gloss over, and that lead to a lot of thought and introspection. At least it did for me. Some will say the book is too simple. To me, the simplicity is it's strength. The messages are clear. I took away the sense these are the right concepts to think about to be better at this craft.

Briot makes the point that even in todays apparently saturated market (my words, not his), there is room for hard work, quality, and a clear focus to lead to a successfull business. If that's where you want to go. He makes the point that no matter what you do, to do it well will be a lot of hard work. That's just the way it is. So if that's the case, why not work hard at something you love or really want to do? Rather than work hard at something that will pay you to do what you love in your 'spare time'. I've learned the spare time usually doesn't happen. I've read these words before, as I'm sure you have. But this author makes the point in a way I, at least, related to more than any other author. There are whole books about that one subject, actually. But Alain spends a good chapter on it, in the context of a book on how to approach being a fine art photographer. So that chapter was long enough to say something meaningful, but not so long you lost interest and forgot what the message was about in the end. Each chapter fits that mold. Long enough to convey exactly his message. And no longer. That's why the book held my interest to the end.

Those are not the only insights I got from the book. There were many. They're just the ones I believe will be most important over time for me personally. Many will say "that was obvious, you just didn't get it". That's true of just about anything you want to discuss. Some have already gotten it. Some will get it now. Some may never get it. The measure, to me, is how effectively this book conveys concepts to me that are clear, and that I can take away how I can use them in my own life or work. This book more than any other, gave me a lot of that kind of insight. And most of what he says applies to any endeavor, so whether you're a photographer or not, you'll get something from this book. Possibly I was just ready for his message. It doesn't matter. This book did it for me.

So I have to thank Alain Briot for his insight, and for taking the time to write a book that conveys it clearly and deeply. His writing and his photographs are both examples of how deeply he cares about what he does. They're also clear examples of what dedication to a few things you choose to care about deeply can bring.


Careers
Unlimited Power Featuring Tony Robbins Live!
Published in Audio CD by Simon & Schuster Audio (2000-02-01)
Author: Anthony (Tony) Robbins
List price: $14.00
New price: $7.11
Used price: $7.96

Average review score:

Great Anthony CD but the Nightingale Conant Version is Better
Helpful Votes: 1 out of 1 total.
Review Date: 2007-07-26
If you like to listen to a quick information and inspirational, I mean literally quick. This CD is for you! If you like a detail and deep substance materials, you won't like this CD.

First of all, there is only 1 CD in the package, it is hard to try to put a lot of information in 1 CD.

I think, the Unlimited Power 6 tapes/ CDS series that is released by Nightingale Conant company is a lot better than the one that Simons and Schuster. It is too short and Anthony Robbins didn't really go into details on how to apply what he is talking about on this CD.

I still think, Anthony Robbins is a great motivational speaker! He is awesome! He has stories that you and I can relate to.

About this CD, I guess the price is right, the simons and schuster series is a lot cheaper than the Nightingale Conant one. So if you want the generic and cheap version of this CD, buy the Simons and Schuster one.

Wow
Helpful Votes: 1 out of 3 total.
Review Date: 2006-07-24
Tony Robbins is full of good information. He teaches you how to take a normal life, and make it an extraordinary life. I give this book 5 stars!

"new and improved monkey wrench"
Helpful Votes: 4 out of 7 total.
Review Date: 2007-11-11
Tony is hugely sucessful but he's like a tool salesman with no real accomplishmet to show for his tools.

Its as if he were marketing a "new and improved" monkey wrench and his "proof" that it works is that he sold a lot of them. But none of his customers, no matter how enthusiastic, can measurably prove that its any better than the wrench they already have.

There is nothing in this work that one would not ordinarily acquire though common sense, an elementary school education and some life experience. Don't buy this, you have enough junk in your "toolbox" already!

ESSENTIAL LEARNING METHODS---!!!!!!
Helpful Votes: 4 out of 7 total.
Review Date: 2006-03-15
Once again this is a GREAT companion to the text of this book that keeps refreshing you every time you listen. We usually forget many things after we read, so CD programs like "Unlimited Power" remind us through repetition. Anthony Robbins products are a pleasure and push for positive life changes.

Highly Inspirational
Helpful Votes: 6 out of 6 total.
Review Date: 2007-04-05
I thoroughly enjoyed reading the book "Unlimited Power". I am reading the book again and I have already successfully used some of the concepts and ideas. This certainly is not a book that you read just once but the insightful and useful information needs to be read again and again until it really sticks. In fact, one benefits a lot by practising what is being suggested say for 3 -4 weeks and see the results for yourself. Then maintain the new useful habit.

Anthony Robbins encapsulates the best personal development strategies and combines it with NLP to create quick change. This book will improve your entire life from reaching goals to rapport with others. "Unlimited Power" gives the utmost concepts on achievement, given by a very successful author, in a clear and easy to understand and follow style. I was very impressed with the ideas and information contained inside it which are very practical and powerful.

However, the book can only provide guidance and it's up to the reader to put into practice the advice and wisdom of this motivational guru.

It is overall an interesting book to read. This book is recommended as it has the potential to highly motivate, stimulate and help you focus your mind on meeting your goals.


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