Westerns Books

This was a good beginners book, so I have no complaints about the first few chapters. But as you progress to the second and last third of the book, the exercises become progressively and unfairly difficult, and not because they are meant to challenge us. Instead, they are just poorly written.

Problems in textbooks should illuminate, not obfuscate key topics in the chapter. When a major problem asks you to calculate out a complex situation, there should be more explicit and explanatory examples in the chapter text in order for a good student to go back and teach himself the principles that the authors are trying to test, instead of struggling to figure out what they are asking to begin with. Other managerial accounting books are much better at illuminating even the basic ideas that students like us need to learn, not to mention to complex accounting practices on exams.

I feel the authors have covered the topic well. As a read, I thought the text was written as good as an accounting can be.

The problem I shared with my classmates is that there was difficulty completing the exercises at the ends of the chapters. We feel maybe two reasons for this: first, the problems often could not be solved without looking forward to the chapters not yet covered; and second, specific details needed to solve problems were either not there or organized in an unfamiliar way. This required asking many questions with the instructor and classmates to try to complete the exercises.

Overall, though, I suppose this is on par with other texts on the topic. The book we liked the best was "Accounting: what the numbers mean" as it was written & organized very well; and the exercises were very effective.

This book is certainly not a comprehensive item, but for those relatively new to Asian thought, it's a great start. As a matter-of-fact, it acknowledges this expected shortfall by providing suggested reading to expand on ideas presented in the book. It very directly presents and addresses key points and concepts within each of the major systems. I highly recommend this book for anyone that wants a little insight and a basic starting point towards understanding our Asian counterparts.

This was a required textbook for one of my college courses. It proved to be informative and interesting, but is certainly set up in textbook style.

GENERALLY
This book is nicely put together and covers most of the major religions in Asia.
I was somewhat sceptical when I saw the book at first, but pleasantly surprised when I started to realise that mr Koller had been able to squeeze down so much of well thought and worked through philosophies in this relatively thin book.


CONTENTS
However, the bigger attention is put on Indian philosophies (including sum of Vedic scripts, Jainism, Hinduism, Buddhism and much more). Then again it makes sence if you go through all those different philosophies, as one can find few familiar elements here and there in philosophies/religions that come after Indian ones.

Maybe about 2/3 of the book is about (originally) Indian religions, including then also Buddhism in other countries. For example one of the chapters included there is about Japanese Zen Buddhism.
Another third is about Chinese religions as Confucianism and Taoism.

There is also one chapter about Islam. Maybe not really fair amount comparing with other religions, but still gives basic idea about it.

Couldn't find much, if anything, about Sikh religion... even if it might have been mentioned in few places. Even if not major religion, would have still been interesting to find at least a page about it.


STYLE
As for me, I rather think (concidering previous review) this book could be said have been writen from "believers" or even emic perspective.
It can slightly seam as the author could be potential follower of all those philosophies/religions, and this feeling of inside perspective is one of the best things about this book.
You can feel the respect by the writer for those philosophies he describes, and becouse of that this book is deffinetly not just another average dull philosophy book.
The philosophies come alive.

It is in same time clearly more than just some nice little philosophy book with basic facts, pretty pictures and friendly feelings, but without any depth.
There might be couple of the spots where you really have to think little extra, but this is only part of the fun when you figure it out.
If you really like philosophy, specially Asian, this is distinctly THE book to have.


RECOMMENDATIONS
This nice work has been one of my philosophy class books (yes, it does have questions after each chapter but it can be ignored or used for challenging oneself).
Nevertheless, I have been recommending it to everybody who might be interested of this kind of material and definitely going to continue with it.


Hopefully my review didn't become too long after all and can help you somehow.
If you get it: enjoy!! :)

This collection of information on Asian philosophies, from the earliest Hindu verses to the latest modern spins on Buddhism and Confucianism, is for students, not enthusiasts. It is competent, well-researched, contains ample material for personal study, but, as the discussion questions at the ends of chapters indicate, is a college textbook.

The drawback of this, is a dispassionate, sometimes tedious delivery. The discussions of the various schools of Hinduism, are mind-boggling in their implications, but also difficult. The advantage of this, is the direct converse. The subject matter demands careful attention, not adulation.

I recommend this book for students and perhaps those with an interest in culture, but especially for those who think Western thought is too logical and lifeless. Asian philosophies have a rigor all their own, and this book should tease the proselytes from the enlightened.

What a great way to start. I love the background on the characters I fell in love with in Lonesome Dove. Can't wait to complete the whole series.

the hardship of the rangers during their expedition through the desert of the dead man walk. no water. lost of men,comanche,and the mexican soldiers, started with few hundred men, only 10 of them left.and san antonia fort, with white and black beans control their lifes. live or die.

First of all let me say I loved 'Lonesome Dove'. Loved it. Loved the story, loved the characters, and consider it a classic. Regrettably this isn't in the same league. Most of the dialogue is so stupid it insults the intelligence and the characters seemed cartoonish at best. In fact the whole book felt like a comic book. I found myself skimming over pages until I just couldn't take it any more. At page 310 I skipped to the end, an ending which ranks as one of the dumbest endings I've ever encountered in fiction. I gave it two stars because I did get 300 pages in before calling it quits.

Big fan of McMurty's, especially the Lonesome Dove series. Fun reading about Gus, Call and the gang in their early years, however the book could drag a bit in parts. McMurtry never fails to deliver overall to keep the reader involved in this characters. Book in excellent condition.

A story that covers an era in the west that is not well covered by other authors, the same could be said for his other prequel, "Comanche Moon." I love the human writing of this author, where characters are portrayed in a more human fashion with both the beauty and the warts, the inherent goodness and the fatal flaws that are an integral part of real people.

No Boundary is a must read for anyone on a spiritual and psychological journey. Not too technical with great references for more indepth study.

This ONE Ken really"F lowed from Within".. I so enjoyed his Clear & Defined "recipe" for Non-Dualism.. He "shines with the "Light"

Ken Wilber has written many books but I think this is my favorite. It is certainly one of the best books to help us understand the dual nature of consciousness. It also does a fine job in organizing various theoretical viewpoints into one general framework. The other book that integrates these things using a more practical approach is Toru Sato's "The Ever-transcending Spirit". It is an excellent book as well! It applies these ideas about consciousness to interpersonal experiences and concrete aspects of development. Both books are really fantastic!

I have read many of Ken Wilber's books and this is one of the better ones. The spotlight reviews do a very good job of pointing out the shortcoming and strengths as well as summarizing Ken's general ideas. I won't repeat what they have said here, but will add my own thoughts.

This book has a different tone and structure than many of Mr. Wilber's other books. There is less repitition and somehow he seems to be more accessible and lyrical in his descriptions and metaphors. If you read later Wilber, you will find it lacks some of the feeling tone of this earlier work.

In this book, Ken talks about boundaries and how they are often mental constructs. For example, the boundary that defines me could be taken arbitrarily as my skin. However, I might say I have a body, rather than that I am a body. This implies perhaps that I am a mind that is associated with a body and that I'm moving the line between self and other to the head. In a similar fashion, it is possible that a may have a transpersonal experience in which case my boundary moves out beyond my skin. The idea is much like the arbitrary division between a tree's roots, limbs and branches. These divisions don't necessarily exist as distinct boundaries on the tree, but arise from the analytical nature of thought.

In general, the book looks at a synthesis of Western and Eastern psychological and spiritual approaches to growth. It challenges tacit assumptions on both sides and tries to get the reader to take a broader perspective on reality while honoring what is good in each particular tradition. It is an extremely thought-provoking work and includes a lot of good scholarship. I find it to be highly complimentary to Wilber's later work and often more eloquent.

If you are looking for the best, most comprehensive and readable introduction to Wilber's work, I recommend A BRIEF HISTORY OF EVERYTHING. If you are interested in a good developmental psychology book from Wilber's point of view, then the ATMAN PROJECT will not disappoint. It covers development from birth to enlightenment and it quite fascinating. If you own these three books you will have a good overview of Wilber's most important ideas without a lot of overlap. If you are interested primarily in his latest thinking, then INTEGRAL SPIRITUALITY may also be a good choice.

This book is really amazing! It gives readers an excellent introduction to the study of consciousness and transcendence. If you have already read this book and liked it, I also recommend Toru Sato's "The Ever-Transcending Spirit". It's an outstanding book that explains consciousness even better by putting it into the context of interpersonal relationships and human development.

I have never read a book by Sandra Brown. I was simply walking through my local used book store when I saw the book. The bright yellow cover caught my eye. As soon as I read the description of the book I knew I would love it. It was by far one of my best book finds ever. I have read this book 4 times in the last year. I am currently looking for a new Sandra Brown book. This love story feels like a roller coaster you are never sure if you are going to go up or down but you are never disappointed. Who would want a rough & handsome man like Jarad Lockett. I personally love this book & think that everyone should read it.

I really enjoyed this book. I read it in one sitting. I love historical romances. So far all of Sandra Brown's books have been great.

Poor Lauren, she was like a lamb led to slaughter. Shame on Ben for asking a sweet, innocent girl into the midst of his badly disfunctional family. I can't think of a worse scenario. What was going on in Jared's head to treat unknowing Lauren in such a manner. And Olivia she took the cake. How Jared let her pull his strings was mind boggling. Someone wrote that they just loved all the characters. About the only lovable ones were Elena, Rosa, Maria and Gloria. Rudy wasn't bad either, but Jared needed his tail whipped.

At least all the bad guys got it in the end. What a bunch of ruthless scum.

This book was extremely disappointing. The heroine is a weak female, so full of virtue and tears it makes you want to puke. And the hero is a stubborn jackass of a man until the very last 3 pages of the 350+ page novel. I love Sandra Brown and have to say that if you're into history this book really does a good job then. She really researched the lifestyles of people back in 1800s Texas. I just was nonplussed with the characters. While she had good development and background for each one, I found them to be lacking in their personalities. Particularly Lauren. Now, I like the idea of a proper miss being thrust into life in Texas via a marriage of convenience as much as the next person; but, Lauren is extremely helpless and does nothing but cry, whine, and simper (and dare I say quiver and tremble?) the entire book. She really got on my nerves--she was so meek! Jared of course is the brash single male full-of-himself with way too much ego tortured type. That should have made for a good story, the two of them being thrown together. I suppose they complimented each other, but I will not be reading this book again. I just hate it when the heroine is so soft, timid, yielding, and passive, and the man of course is supposed to be drawn to that but still fight it. Personally, I don't think that kind of thing would be attractive at all. I don't understand why Sandra can't make a heroine who is self-sufficient and in charge, and is then made equal partners with her mate. And what's with the height difference? Why does Lauren have to be so petite and short compared to Jared's hugeness. Her helplessness is disgusting. Even when everyone's lives are in danger she can't seem to focus on a course of action and just stands there waiting for the inevitable rescue. It was lame. She was lame. The reason the book gets 2 stars is for Sandra's effort with the research and development. Basically, it sucked.

After she runs from a possible scandal and religious foster parents who don't believe her Lauren goes to seek out a long time family friend, Ben. He recently had visited the family and extended an invitation to young Lauren to see Texas, a land only seen in her dreams. It's beautiful, and rough. It's the perfect place to start over. The only thing that isn't perfect is that her host,Ben...

What is Lauren to do now? The son of the family doesn't want her there, but he needs her. Jared, slowly discovers that his contempt for Lauren is unfounded and turns into..LOVE? LUST? It couldn't be..he knows what this tempest is all about..getting ahead and taking advantage. He's been around Texas for a while, he knows what women want, what they're like, what they're after. All Texas women want the same thing...but Lauren isn't from Texas!

This was my first Sandra Brown book and although there were some confusing parts and parts that seemed to happen out of no where it was truly a good read. Pick it up if you are interested in historical romances and want a nice mindless read for the weekend.

This book was sent in a timely matter and was in the condition I expected it to be in.

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