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Carly learns a lot about Alex, her mentally disabled older brother, as he trains for and competes in the Special Olympics. ... Read more

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Encouragement and Acceptance
I frequently look for positive ways to talk about my son's special needs with his sister.She sometimes has a tough time accepting his differences. "Way to Go, Alex" is a great way to open the conversation abouttrying to do our best, and being proud of what we can achieve.This storyhelps my daughter understand that feelings of frustration can be turnedaround to a more positive approach to the challenges she faces having abrother with learning and physical disabilities. The story accuratelydepicts how difficult it is for a child to understand and cope with asibling's disabilities.It is a wonderful introduction to SpecialOlympics.I hope many parents share the story with their children anddiscuss how important an encouraging, supportive, and accepting communityis for people of all abilities. ... Read more

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If there was any one man who articulated the anger, the struggle, and the beliefs of African Americans in the 1960s, that man was Malxolm X. His AUTOBIOGRAPHY is now an established classic of modern America, a book that expresses like none other the crucial truth about our times.
"Extraordinary. A brilliant, painful, important book."
TEH NEW YORKTIMES
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Malcolm X's searing memoir belongs on the small shelf of great autobiographies. The reasons are many: the blistering honesty with which he recounts his transformation from a bitter, self-destructive petty criminal into an articulate political activist, the continued relevance of his militant analysis of white racism, and his emphasis on self-respect and self-help for African Americans. And there's the vividness with which he depicts black popular culture--try as he might to criticize those lindy hops at Boston's Roseland dance hall from the perspective of his Muslim faith, he can't help but make them sound pretty wonderful. These are but a few examples. The Autobiography of Malcolm X limns an archetypal journey from ignorance and despair to knowledge and spiritual awakening. When Malcolm tells coauthor Alex Haley, "People don't realize how a man's whole life can be changed by one book," he voices the central belief underpinning every attempt to set down a personal story as an example for others. Although many believe his ethic was directly opposed to Martin Luther King Jr.'s during the civil rights struggle of the '60s, the two were not so different. Malcolm may have displayed a most un-Christian distaste for loving his enemies, but he understood with King that love of God and love of self are the necessary first steps on the road to freedom. --Wendy Smith ... Read more

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The making of a leader
This book is wonderful. The writing is excellent, and Malcolm X's life story is as amazing as anyone could imagine. Incredible highs and lows are vividly portrayed (for me, one standout is the degradation of Malcolm having to rinse the chemicals out of his hair in toilet water--this incident makes me physically cringe and feel pain for him), and thrilling and fascinating episodes leave me marveling that one person could achieve and experience so much. Later in his life, as his understanding of humanity expands and deepens, my respect and admiration for him likewise grows. I can't adequately describe either the book or the way I feel about it.

I first read this for school, but as I was reading it I knew it was something that I'd truly appreciate and come back to over and over again.

Malcolm X
A timeless classic. This book tells the metamorphasis of a strong Black man, from boyhood to manhood. Through all of his trials and tribulations, Malcolm always found a way to gain strength and grow in both mind and spirit. A must read for all Americans. We must not forget his contributions to our society.

one of a kind!
This is a book everyone should read. It's a book you can't seem to put down. There is a part of this book that i love.."I read aimlessly, until I learned to read selectively, with a purpose". This book changed the way i viewed certain things in life!

Max Notes: The Autobiography of Malcom X
I must have clicked on the wrong item, because I did NOT purposely order Max Notes. I already have two Master's Degrees and a year of Law School. So, I do not need "notes."

this are just notes, not the actual book
it was not clear to me upfront: this book is not the acutal autobiography. These are the notes for the book.they summarize chapters and importance of them.so if you want to read the actual book, do not purchase this one. ... Read more

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7 easy quilts add elegance to any decorating scheme - in neutrals that never go out of style. ... Read more

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Neutral Essentials
I am glad I heard about this book and then got it.What fun.I have many of Alex's books and will continue to get more.I like patterns and directions that make me feel I can really do this myself.

neutral is anything but
Under Alex's hands, "neutral" si an exciting and beautiful interpretation of so many quilt designs! Her instructions are easy to understand, and the designs are inspiring.

netrals are a new color palate
This book has some very helpful guidelines to help you see neutrals as a new color palate.They can really enhance your other colors in quilts. I made the Log Cabin quilt in neutrals and golds, and everyone loves it. ... Read more

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Alex Haley autobiography
This is a very easy to read autobiography on Alex Haley.If you are adding to a collection or just interested in Haley's life, then this is the book to read. ... Read more

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Consulting this helpful resource, quilters can take theguesswork out of selecting materials and learn exactly how to choosethe perfect fabrics for every quilting project.

The book helps shoppers recognize fabric character, determine thequantity needed for a project, maximize use of colors, and decidewhich fabrics should be in every quilter's stash. Instructions areincluded for seven appealing projects. ... Read more

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Excellent Starting Point...
I just recieved this book and think it is an excellent place to start for someone just starting out and building a stash.I also think it could be helpful to the more experienced quilter who is looking to put that extra "sparkle" in their quilts with the use of color.

Fabric Shopping with Alex Anderson
I LOVE Alex on HGTV, but I was disappointed in this book.I thought she would give advice on what KIND of fabrics to purchase for quilting, NOT what colors.I found it lacking in the information that would have helped beginning quilters like myself.

Relax and LISTEN to Alex...
We all start out life as little artists.All parents have at least one wall with crayon to testify to this.Yes somewhere along the way that little artist gets lost.The joy of getting 64 crayons is too much, so when faced with a fabric store of 1000's of colors, people need to reconnect with their love of colors and that is where this book succeeds.

Really Helpful
I have been quilting for many years and have never found a book as helpful as this in choosing fabric.It can be very intimidating going into a fabric store and seeing thousands of bolts of fabric.Alex's book gives great advise on picking out a focus fabric and going from there.I would recommend this book to beginners and experienced quilters alike.

Packed with important shopping tips.
Alex Anderson's Fabric Shopping displays seven projects and advises on choosing perfect fabric combinations for projects. From basics which should be in every quilter's drawer to guidelines for buying, this packs inimportant shopping tips. ... Read more

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An American quilting instructor shares her secrets for creating one-of-a-kind quilting designs with the help of these five classic quilt projects. In this hands-on guide, Alex Anderson demonstrates, step by step, how to draft an original design, customize commercial quilting patterns and stencils, and even how to decide the best design for a particular quilt. She includes full-size, ready-to-trace patterns for such traditional quilting motifs as feathers, wreaths and more. ... Read more

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Beautifully Quilted with Alex Anderson
Althought this book is out of print, the information is timeless.
Alex Anderson refers to it on The Quilt Show, an online quilting show Alex
shares with Ricky Tims. Alex goes into the math of designing quilting shapes and
feathers so that quilters can truly design one of a kind quilts.
I would recommend this book to anyone interested in quilting from beginner to
advanced.

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4 AWARDS . A high quality colourful guide to 25 Ale, Lager and Lambic beer styles, crammed with original features & interactive challenges. Alex, a Guild of Beer Writer's award winner, Master Brewer and presenter de-mystifies the vast choice of beer & creates an accessible & innovative beer education. Suits general interest through to enthusiast. ... Read more

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This unique resource brings together valuable information on breed-related diseases in one quick-reference volume. Divided into one section for dogs and another for cats, inherited and other prevalent disorders are listed breed-by-breed. The final section describes each of the disorders in more detail.  All the information is drawn from high-quality sources, including research journals and veterinary texts, with extensive references provided.

This invaluable reference helps veterinary professionals to advise clients on their choice of breed and what problems to look out for. Whether you're a veterinarian, geneticist, a breeder, or a pet owner, this fully-referenced book will save you hours of searching through scattered literature. ... Read more

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Not Really a Nut
I have always been aware of Hawkin's career as a Colt but I learned a great deal more from this book.It starts with his life in West Virginia and follows with his high school football.He was a tremendously gifted athlete from the start, as many pros are, but one can learn that he has that "intangible" that makes him truly a special football player.A desire to win at all costs and not ever let a mundane life interfere.I've known some of his comtemporaries and just about everything they said about him is true - even the wild stories.You've got to read it.

A VERY FUNNY BOOK
THIS IS THE STORY OF FORMER NFL PLAYER ALEX HAWKINS. HIS HUMOROUS STORIES MAKE FOR A GOOD READ. ALEX WAS AN EXCELLENT EXAMPLE OF THE ULTIMATE HELL RAISER AND NIGHT OWL. HIS STORIES CONCERNING HIS NIGHTS OUT, GAMBLING, DON SHULA AND MANY TEAMATES IS A MUST READ FOR A GREAT LAUGH. NOT THE MOST TALENTED PLAYER BUT STILL A FAN FAVORITE. AN EASY READING BOOK TO HELP YOU GET A FEW LAUGHS AND BRIGHTEN UP YOUR DAY. ... Read more

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Did Alaska create the music of John Luther Adams, or did the music create his Alaska? For the past thirty years, the vastness of Alaska has swept through the distant reaches of the composer's imagination and every corner of his compositions. In this new book Adams proposes an ideal of musical ecology, the philosophical foundation on which his largest, most complex musical work is based. This installation, also called The Place Where You Go to Listen, is a sound and light environment that gives voice to the cycles of sunlight and darkness, the phases of the moon, the seismic rhythms of the earth, and the dance of the aurora borealis. Adams describes this work as "a place for hearing the unheard music of the world around us." The book includes two seminal essays, the composer's journal telling the story of the day-to-day emergence of The Place, as well as musical notations, graphs and illustrations of geophysical phenomena. ... Read more

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From the moment his family names him Mop because of his talent for licking up spills, this adorable sheepdog makes every day a new adventure. Whether he's starring in a performance of "Little Red Riding Hood" or solving the mystery of the cherry pie thieves, Mop's escapades ensure that there's never a dull moment in the lives of his favorite twins, Julie and Justin. Full color. ... Read more

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Managing people is one of the most difficult, yet one of the most satisfying elements of your management career. It takes experience, tact, passion and dedication to achieve success. Whether you are new to management or have aspirations towards it, whether you manage only one person or a team of one hundred people, this book is designed to help you. The content is the result of 15 years of dedication, exploration and personal experience in the area of people management and team building. It is designed to help teach you the essential areas of focus to achieve success relevent to the real world around us. It is not based on scientific theory, psychological studies or statistical analyses. It is based on 15 years of 'hands on' experience of what really works, and what doesn't.

My hope for this book is that it helps you to become a great coach and motivator and to develop individuals and teams that you are proud of. I wish you all the success in your management career. ... Read more

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Should be on the bookshelf of every manager
A concise, but informative guide to getting it right with the people that you manage.Sans a lot of the business jargon that many books of this type contain, the author uses humor and his own experience to bring color and validity to his writing.This is a must have on the bookshelf for all managers both new and old.

the publishing date should be correted !
Hi the Author and Amazon team, you should correct the publishing date.

Lots of experience in 150 pages
In my MBA program I have encountered endless writings on management theory.This book puts it in simple language.There is no buzz or catch words, just the real stuff.Get rid of the countless 300 hundred page books and go with the one that gets to the real points in 150.

Impactful, a must for every manager!
This book is perfect for every manager who wishes to increase his/her capacity as a manager, but doesn't want to read countless pages on the "A, B, C's" of Management.Alex Malone conveys his message in a personable way that most managers will identify with, relaying personal experience and learnings that we can relate to and learn from to become better people managers.This book is definitely not the "same old thing" and offers a unique viewpoint into effective people management.Even highly experienced managers will find themselves easily identifying areas for improvement, resulting in stronger management skills and more productive teams. Highly Recommended!

More than just an effective and practical guide.
If you are a team manager or aspiring to become one, 'Managing Your Greatest Assets' will likely promote thought, provide insight and evoke unexpected laughter.The author skillfully describes numerous experiences while evolving as a manager with refreshing clarity and warmth.He shares his successes, failures and practical lessons intelligently in a concise and very readable style.I highly recommend this book.Well done, Alex. ... Read more

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8 1/2 x 11 58 color illustrations US Distribution only craftsEvery level of quilter can join the redwork revival with Alex Anderson at their side!Alex invented the concept of shadow redwork, adding a wonderful new element to this popular style of embroidery. These elegant, creative designs are coupled with subtle, white-on-white lettering in the background to create a beautiful, uniquely nuanced effect. This fabulous guide features 10 complete, step-by-step projects, including wall hangings, pillows, and a quilt, as well as 24 original designs by Alex Anderson. Readers will find hands-on advice on choosing fabric and thread, full instructions for stitching and finishing, and everything else they need to create gorgeous, unique redwork designs! ... Read more

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shadow embrodery
is great. but i think i didn't get it all. let me know. because you got something back.

redwork is my passion
I love doing redwork and I like the way Alex Anderson has put this book together.
I had misplaced my original book, sooo I knew I could not find another one in my area.My husband suggested Amazon.com.It was delivered quickly so I can now finish my project. We mistakenly ordered two and when I got the first one I kept it.Then I got the second one I returned it and within two or three weeks I got my refund. That, I want to thank you for being honest.

Shadow Redwork, I love this book!
I bought this beautiful book a few years ago.I either barrowed it out or misplaced it. I loved it so much, I needed to purchase it again.Anyone that loves to stitch or wants to add redwork to their collection I highly recommend Shadow Redwork.;-)

AwesomeBook
Alex has done it again. The designs in this book are beautiful and can be adapted to many different projects. Instructions areclear and well written, and include left and right handed instruction. Good for beginners and more experienced redworkers as well. I highly recommend this book.

Inspiring
After this book arrived I couldn't wait to get started!The directions are very clear and the samples beautiful. ... Read more

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Holding on to Margaret Way
Margaret Way is a writer whose books I always enjoy. Her books are fast-paced and tightly-knitted with very realistic situations. In 'Holding on to Alex', we have Alexandra Ashton, beautiful principal dancer of The National Australian Ballet who gives up marriage to the man she adores in order to persue her dream , to fulfill her ambition and prove her worth as an individual. Scott Maclaren is devilsihly handsome, rich and powerful and can have any woman he wants. He is embittered by the 'betrayal' of Alex whom he is madly in love with. She chose her career over him on the eve of their engagement because he will not have his wife living apart from him. He sees it as a wilful act of defection. He has known her since she came to live with him at ten as the ward of his aunt because she was orphaned.

Now Scott is informed by his aunt that Alex has been injured in a performance and decides to bring her home for recuperation. His aunt sees this as a second chance for the two young people she loves most in this world. Although Alex tells him she has always loved him and still does, can Scott trust her ? Is Alex willing to be a hands-on wife and let him hold on to her?

This story explores their conflicts in life and with one another.For Alex, the desire to marry the love of her life and be a full-time housewife warring with the desire to spread her wings and be a successful ballerina. Scott cannot fully understand her desire so both lost out.This is a situation many young couples encounter . The choice between marriage and career is a difficult one and the outcome can behappy only if there is compromise and self-sacrifice. I love this story and love Margaret Way's writing . I enjoyed " Beresford's Bride " and " Boardroom Proposal" and will look for more of her books.

Holding on to Alex by Margaret Way
Description from the book back cover:

Alex had idolised Scott McLaren when she had lived on his family's cattle station as a little girl.But soon the wider world had beckoned and she had left Scott and the life they could have created together.Now she was returning home to recuperate after an accident, and despite his hurt, Scott couldn't leave her to struggle on her own.She needed him for now, but he feared there'd be no keeping Alex once she recovered - unless he could find a way to hold on to her ...

this book is great!
this is about this ballerina alex and the love of her life scott. who due to some miscomunications ,broke up. then alex got hurt during 1 of her practices ,so scott took her back to his ranch to recuperate . then like all good romances ,they fell back in love.this book is written with a great deal of delicacy and sensetivity. i love it !!! ... Read more

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During this period, Scotland first emerged on the stage of history. Beginning with the Christian kingdoms of Northumbria and Pictavia, which dominated northern Britain, Alex Woolf describes the collapse of the Old Order under the Vikings, the rise of Alba, the Gaelic-speaking kingdom, and first contact with the kingdom of England.

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When Alexander Mackenzie III arrived to decide the fate of the manor house where Sarah was housekeeper, she prepared herself for the worst. However, Alex was instantly enchanted by the property - and, it seemed, by Sarah - and quickly moved into the neighboring cottage to hers. Sarah knew that most women would have given anything to have such a handsome, wealthy man arrive on their doorstep, but she also knew of Alex's string of past affairs. She'd live side by side with Alex, but she was determined that he wouldn't become her lover-next-door. ... Read more

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Living Next Door to Alex by Catherine George
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When Alexander Mackenzie the Third arrived to decide the fate of the stately home where Sarah was housekeeper, she prepared herself for the worst.However, Alex was instantly enchanted by the estate - and, it seemed, by Sarah - and quickly moved into a neighbouring cottage.It was one thing to have a handsome male turn up on your doorstep, but when he was your employer and he wanted an affair ...
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Make your first quilt a success with help from internationally beloved teacher Alex Anderson. Includes instructions for 8 beautiful quilts. ... Read more

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great
The book arrived very fast. It's a terrific resource for anyone wanting to make their first quilt.

Start Quilting with Alex Anderson, 3rd Edition:
Although this book was a required purchase for a Quilting 101 Class, it has proven to be extremely handy and a great reference guide for future projects.

Start Quilting with Alex Anderson, 3rd. Edition
Very well done.Clear for the first time quilter.Gave it as a gift and she read
it all in one sitting and was inspired to do more.

review of Start Quilting
The book was in almost new condition and it arrived quickly, as advertised.The information given in the book is very helpful without being overwhelming for a beginning quilter.Besides an initial section on basics, patterns, instructions for and photos of colorful and appealing quilts are included along with expert and practical tips scattered throughtout the book.Particularly helpful are the appendix charts that give yardage requirements and cutting instructions for different bed sizes using the six quilts featured in the book. Good purchase for a great price!

Good book
I found this book well laid out and full of good instructions and very practical for a beginner. ... Read more