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Can't stop watching!!!!: Alias is an awesome series. The story grips you at ever turn and you find yourself rooting for the characters as they go through life and struggles. |
Tapesty In Action - Tapestry in Depth: Tapestry in Action is a well written book that covers a lot of ground and goes into great depth. As a newcomer to Tapestry, it provided me with a solid foundation of the underpinings of the framework. The explanations, at times, go into so much detail that it occasionally becomes difficult to see the forest for the trees. But if you're truly interested in how things work, you'll appreciate the detail. If you're looking for a book to hold your hand and baby you through development of a tapestry application, you might want to wait for another book, but if you want to gain a solid grasp and understanding of the framework, this book is a must have. |
Very dense and clear: I am learning Tapestry to use it in a project. True the learning curve is high, but with this book you not only learned how to use Tapestry but also the why's and how's behind its design. Chapter 7 (under the hood) and 10 (Implementing a sample application) are particularly good. In all a very dense and clear book suitable for intermediate to advanced readers. |
Ant Script of Book Samples overwrites Tomcat server.xml: The build script from the downloaded samples would carelessly overwrite your tomcat server.xml file.According to the comments found in the build.xml file of the "examples" app it was intended to "Copy into place a patched version of server.xml that doesn't contain special configuration for the /examples webapp context".The code author seems to be unaware of the need to preserve changes that people have made to their own copies of server.xml files. And I don't understand why the code author had to use the context name "examples" to introduce such unncessary complication for people who just casually download the samples to try out.So the deployment screwed up my tomcat server and overwrote many modifications I made in my server.xml file for various purposes such as enabling SSL.The book content is overall good. So I still give it 4 stars. |
Just what we needed!: We bought this book hoping to get both some useful specific ideas and general good perspective on decorating our new home. This book gave us both. The author gives specific instructions for implementing many of the best ideas (like attractive linen room dividers) and includes helpful commentary among enlightening pictures on how to apply the principles to your own situation. Well done! |
An espionage reader: Enjoyed it immensely. A hard to put down, revealing look at this historical, military, political event of the 1960's. Covering some of Power's CIA training, U2 overflights, downing & capture, Russian trial(farse), imprisonment, possible Oswald & other defectors connection to the U2 shoot down, repatriation through a trade of a pro Russian, US held spy and some of Power's life afterwards. |
Welcome to my family.: While I may not have known him, Francis Gary Powers is my Grandpa's cousin. Having this book makes me feel closer to everyone in the family. I just recently found out that I was related to him and was immediately drawn to his tale. This is amazing. I would recommend it to anyone - not just because he's family, but because this is really an incredible story. Happy reading! |
are there any alternatives?: Have a dozen of these in use at a busy restaurant. Some are going on 5 years + and the batteries have never been changed. The range and clarity are AWESOME. They are simple to use. Three times they've been completely submerged in water and after drying have worked like new.If you get the 6 unit multi charger just make sure to get Radio Shack's "Precision Electronics Cleaner" and clean the base and walkie contacts occasionally.Weakest link are the earpieces which work for only about 2 years, maybe more.Only bad thing about the walkies is a lag of about one second after you push the talk button so the first second of a transmission is always cut off. Solution is to just hold the button for one second and then talk.March 2012: About 4 of my 12 walkies are now 6 1/2 years old and still going strong! Had to buy some new batteries of course. |
We love it: We use this oin our assisted living facility with 53 beds. It's very durable and is very clear when talking to each other. It's awesome v |
Nice drills, Handy case: 13 drill bits in a handy storage case. I'm quite happy with the quality for my home repair uses (primarily drilling in wood).In large part, that happiness is due to my purchase price of ~$6 during an Amazon tool sale. |
Amazing Grace: Thank the heavens that someone finally addressed this neglected topic. Bell's in depth knowledge of the Baptist, and his mimetic style, only deepen the telling of this up-until-now untold story. A must read for Shakers. |
A Timely Read: Given the current dissention wihtin the Southern Baptist's church this book provides an excellent insight into the formation of the religion and how it gradually reconciled its radical views and became a more mainstream sect. It is particularly relvant given the current turmoil within the Southern Baptists. |
Helpful tools for the average person to improve memory skills: I enjoyed listening to this brief overview of common memory building and memorization techniques. It seems to be a good introductory book to this subject. Six months after I listened to the audiobook, I am still using some of the techniques described by the author. There is also some good background information concerning general health and keeping the brain fed and "exercised".In reference to the comments by other reviewers concerning redundancy, I don't remember getting the impression of too much repetition when I listened to it. In fact, I remember that repetition is a key to memorization. (Maybe the author was repetitive on purpose!)I would recommend this book to anyone looking to improve their memory skills, or anyone interested in learning a bit about how memory works in the brain, and how to make it work a bit better. |
A truly Christian movie: This motion picture is a wonderful testimony to God and his faithfulness, though circumstances are thin and sometimes misunderstood. The bad guys get punished (yes so I am giving away some of the end) and real life is portrayed, there is none of the fake Hollywood stuff incorporated. All in all it is an excellent film, holds true to Christian values, there is none of the language, sex, or violence associated with today's media. I would recommend this film! |
very touching and heartwarming: I think that this was a beautiful story about Faith and Gods love and no matter what we are facing God will carry us through it.It brought tears to my eyes.....very touching. It was not a dragged out movie it kept my attention the whole movie. |
Great for morning and evening prayers!: This book of psalms is a great addition to any prayer time. Music is also easy and understandable!It's definitely worth it... |
a superb, vivid translation: weary of un-singable versions I found this superb, modern translation. I rely on it every day, It is very musical. |
Singing Psalms: I dearly love this version of the Psalter. Even if you don't follow the chant lines (they're there if you want to use them, but you don't have to of course), the accent marks make it easy to to place the emphasis on the proper words and enjoy the pace of the chant. A truly wonderful addition to your private or communal prayers. |
Disco George: The photo on the inside cover of George wearing a disco leisure suit is amusing. But what the heck--it was the late '70s and the height of disco. That's not to say this album is anything like disco, even though there's a smattering of disco beat here and there. Regardless, this album has some great tunes. Many of the best tracks follow George's formula of stating the theme or his own interpretation of a popular tune and then launching into a masterful jam solo before coming back to the main theme. Most of my favorites are the instrumentals, especially "Livin' Inside Your Love," "Nassau Day," "Soulful Strut," "Prelude to Fall," and more. On the other hand, "Love Ballad" and "A Change is Gonna Come" are great vocal performances by George. This album was a good follow up to "Breezin'," even if not in the same "classic" category as "Breezin'" (the disco suit ruined the chance of gaining that honor). Then again, there's a bit more material on this one. |
If you like Benson, this is a classic: This was originally released as a two album set. This is the last of what I consider the "old" Benson, much in the genre of "Breezin'". Especially notable is his rendition of "Unchained Melody". Although I do enjoy his forays into more of a popular music style, this is among his best efforts. A must have for any serious jazz collection. |
Extremely dry book: This book makes the Mojave look positively flush with water. Mr. Wasserstein addresses a fascinating topic--mergers and acquistions--with all the passion of a mortician.Why the five stars? Mr. Wasserstein also happens to be a brilliant attorney, and have a remarkably substantive body of knowledge about innumerable large acquistions that have occurred over the past thirty years. Indeed, in his bibliography, he writes: "Much of the contemporary factual material in this book is drawn from memory." That is an especially impressive statement, given that the book weighs in at over 900 pages.Read the book if only to be impressed at the mind of such a man.Interesting side note: Mr. Wasserstein's sister is a Pulitzer-prize-winning playwright, Wendy Wasserstein. Her plays evince a passion utterly lacking in _Big Deal_. |
Effective summary of high profile M&A activity and history: The author has an awesome task in summarizing dynamics and history of M&A Activity. Books can be (and have) written on indiudual deals. As a result this book serves more like a compendium of M&A activity and its history with a few insights into the back door drama and mechanics employed in high profile M&A's. Although a touch on the dry side, it gives a flavor of some of the intricacies involved in some of the high profile M&A deals. Interesting reading and doesn't have to be read from start to finish i.e you can skip around to deals that pique your interest. |
The Veritable Bible for Bankers: You will see this book and wonder how'll you finish an 800 pager like it in a reasonable ammount of time.No worry -- this Bible of M&A; is an engaging, informative read that will go by faster than you ever imagined.I find myself recommending this book at least 3 or 4 X a year for people who want an overview of M&A; in the late 20th century.Instead of just spilling a bunch of historical data on the reader, Wasserstein dissects deals and tells us why things happened as they did.My favorite part: the disastrous Quaker/Snapple merger!Trust me, you'll love this book. |
A Great Resource for a Narrow Audience: This book is not a resource offering new insights and techniques for professionals, or a fast-reading introduction for casual observers. Rather, Wasserstein provides a clear and interesting history of M&A for an audience with an interest strong enough to carry them through hundreds of pages. An excellent resource for young executives and students new to the game. |
AWESOME: I dont understand the problems that the other reviewers had. My kit came with everything in it, the weighted water ball, the balance disc, resistance band. I LOVE this work out. It works you hard no matter how long you work and you can adjust the work out for how much time you are willing to spend and or body part you want to work. This kit is like a gym in a box. I have had this product for a little over a year and have used it many times. I highly recommend for all fitness levels. |
Great Vendor-Highly Recommended!: DVD came fast and in excellent shape! Would definitely do business again. If you love Steven Mackintosh, you will definitely enjoy this. Thanks again! |
Perfect size for feeding our cats: We have bowls that are the one size larger, 4 1/2", but this is the perfect size for feeding each of our 4 cats both wet and dry food. It's a personal preference, but we like them. I also use them as condiment or dipping bowls, like BBQ sauce or ketchup etc, perfect size for one or two people. They are strong and withstand rough handling. |
James and Justification: David Scaer does a superb job of describing the Christocentric character of the catholic epistle of St. James. He demonstrates that St. James is not a preacher of works-righteousness, or a creator of an 'epistle of straw', but a faithful witness of Christ's life, death, and resurrection, and a firm confessor of the doctrine of justification by grace, through faith, for Christ's sake, apart from the works of the law. |
Well written and organized, quite useful: This sourcebook manages to contain not only a timeline of important events in history your players can screw up beyond recognizable states, but a list of various phenomena that can help them muddle in time, various ships, organizations, and other things. Plot hooks are sprinkled throught in a refreshing manner. Some minor quables about repetition, but mostly a good book |
Good read about terrifying disease: Very good writer about things we hope are not real but, sadly, are real. Very scary to think about the possibilitiy of biowarfare. |
LONG LASTING QUALITY!: Luninarc Stackable Bowl 6.5, these are good Bowls to have around, I like to use them especially when I am preparing my meals, these are the ones I reach for when making Tacos, I shred Cheese, cut Limes and put Salsa in the Bowls, I've got many of them and my favorite to use if I'm making Stir Fry Meals, I need to have all the ingredients, sometimes so many of them and they have to be ready so I can start cookingAll the preparation I have to do when making Pizza, all the Toppings has to be ready the Bowls makes it so much easier. I wish they would sell the Big Bowls by themselves, I would buy some, now I have many small ones...just a suggestion, all of them are very convenient to use and very durable hard to Break and Chip resistant, I have never broken one yet!...Check Posted Pictures under the Item. Thank You |
Well-written and interesting: This is a very interesting book about professional road cyclists in and around major races. It captures rising stars, athletes in their prime, and fading champions equally well. Venues and situations are clearly portrayed, and the short entries make the book a pleasure to read over a period of a couple of weeks (if you're on an indoor trainer or just plain busy, or both!). An inspiring read. |
Samuel Abt is the best!: I knew before I opened this book that I would like it as it is nothing more than a collection of many of his coverage articles over the years with the International Herald Tribune. I appreciate his candidness in sharing his early feelings on Bicycle Racing, and how his wife is responsible for getting him involved. That was a nudge that has given me years of pleasure reading his articles when they make it into The New York Times. The stories in this book were all new to me, and they further demonstrate the access to the riders that Abt has, and his ability to tell a cycling story that anyone could love. |
A seminal musical event.: What a debut! Lovely voices, incredible harmonies, surprising melodies, funny and angry and clever words. This recording comes closest to recreating a Roches' concert (an experience in itself). "Hammond Song", "Mr. Sellack", "We", "The Married Men", "The Train", "Quitting Time" and, of course, "The Troubles" are all Roches' classics, to be experienced on many many levels. An earlier reviewer wrote this recording changed the way he or she listened to music and I couldn't agree more. |
Always sounds new: I've owned the tape version of this album since the mid-80s and it's been one of the few that I'm never sick of. I find their music addictive and now, my 1 year old does, too! Their snarky lyrics and funky guitar playing are a breath of fresh air even after all these years. |
Great product: I purchased this with the shampoo. Great product, I have curly dry hair and this works great! Try this if you have dry hair. |
Great conditioner: Got here on time and was packaged well. I love the product. Very good experience ordering and receiving this product. |
Would Somebody Please Press the Mute Button?: While I think this DVD provides a comprehensive all over body workout, I cannot believe how talkative Bryan Kest is through the entire video. Just when you think the flow is going to being he continues to talk for another 5 minutes. Part of what I love so much about yoga is the meditative aspect in addition to the fitness benefits. Kiss meditation good bye with this video -- or do yourself a favor and put it on mute. |
good product and good service.: The DVD is a good addition to Bryan Kest's old DVD, the 3-in-1 program. I still like the old DVD better. |
A great refresher.: I found this book refreshing my memory many times and showing me many new techniques. It always takes me a minute to remember the saw degrees and how to cope crown molding this book gave me techniques that even this guy couldn't forget. I would recommend this book to anyone who is looking for new trim carpentry techniques or just simple anyone who is looking for a better faster more cost efficient way of trim carpentry. |
The only thermometer you'll ever need!!!: My husband and I just had our first child, and we had 3 other thermometers until I seen this in a magazine and had to have one...so I ordered it, got it in and we use this thermometer and this one only...it was the best money spent!!! We love it!! I always recommend this product to all excepting mothers, the display is bright and reads in just seconds, which is a good thing if your baby is wiggly, like my baby girl. All around great product;) |
Quick and easy to use: I tried other thermometers and it took to long for the reading. Sometimes I would just give up. The Summer Infant Three is really good and quick. My favorite feature is the underarm thermometer. My daughter doesn't mind it and she stay still. My only complain is that is too big to travel. |
The Only Thermometer We Need: I received two other thermometers as gifts but this was the closest to what they use at the doctor's office so I immediately liked that. Plus, it has all the attachments right in the back which means I can't lose them and I probably would have without the storage! So far, I only use the rectal attachment because my children are both under the age of two but I have had extremely accurate readings. I use this a lot, have had it a year and a half and have never had to replace the batteries. This is what I give to my friends who are expecting babies. I love this thermometer. |
So convenient: This thermometer is great! I love the three ends to it! You don't have to worry about cross contamination between the rectal use for my newborn now and underarm or oral use later. I've checked it against "regular" digital thermometers and taken it on the same day as a doctor's visit and I've found it to be very accurate. I also like the storage compartment on the back side of the unit because I would certainly lose the attachments! |
Satisfactory: The dictionary is exactly what I anticipated. I am satisfied with it. I plan on using it to further my Italian education. |
The best compact reference book for science to construction: This tiny (2/3s the dimensions of a paperback) is a compilation of the most useful engineering, construction and hard science information, figures, conversions and calculations around. For certain, it doesn't match the detail of the CRC Handbook, but for everyday use, it is unparalleled.Need to know the maximum span of a 2 x 10 spruce-pine-fir joist (grade 1) under a 10lb/square foot dead load?[1]Need to know the density of Mercury?[2]Need to know the area code of Belize City?[3]Need to know the discharge rate for a weir 18 feet wide with a 4 inch head?[4]Need to know the formula for volume of a cone?[5]And it has a metric/english ruler.[1] 16 feet[2] 13.546g/cc[3] 501-2[4] 288 x 18 GPM[5] V = (pi x r x r x h)/3 |
Excellent resource: The recepient of this book has a background in installation art and found the book to be comprehensive and enlightening. He enjoyed seeing artists he was familiar with and seeing some new ones as well. |
A helpful resource for beginning and advanced knitters: I am a teenager who learned to knit about 4 years ago. I still enjoy this book - it has a variety of projects, ranging from easy(knit bookmark, stuffed ball, etc.) to the harder projects such as baby bootees, slippers, shawls, and sweaters. I also enjoy it because, unlike most knitting resources, it avoids excessive abbreviations (p 17, k 29, yo, etc.) and explains each project, along with the skills needed to complete it, clearly and concisely.I, too, am very upset that it is out of print - I was lucky to find a copy at our library's used book sale. |
Nice Book: At my school library I found a copy of this book. Looking at other reviews, my estimate was comfirmed that this book is pretty old. Even though the pages were coming apart and they were yellow the instructions were still clear and I enjoyed doing the projects in here. I still wish some of the projects had more clearly explained instructions, though. |
The workshop book of knitting: I've gotten this from the library a number of times. It is a well explained and sophisticated knitting book for children. It has great projects, which build upon each other in difficulty, including socks with heels and raglan sweaters, but also pom-poms and doll beds. I'm sorry it is out of print also. |
Awesome story about faith and friendship: You will not be able to put this book down once you start it! It is a story about how God puts diverse people in your life for you to walk with in order to help you grow in faith, friendship, and authenticity. In a world that is becoming more disconnected, this book will challenge you and help you see God in your everyday life. The writers broaden our view of spiritual journey from churches and bible studies to long walks, shopping trips, and talks on the phone with friends. When you share your lives honestly, the good and the bad, you will enter more fully into relationship with God and one another. This book will deepen your faith. A real gem! |
A must read.: I disagree with the reviews saying this is a bad book.If you like books like Jane Green's Jemima J and Jennifer Weiner's Good in Bed, you'll like this book too.This book is for anyone who thinks they are less than perfect. Whether you are too fat or too skinny or even just right... you will enjoy reading about Allison's journey from being fat and frumpy one day and a goddess the next. Many people (me included) wish that 'If only I could wake up tomorrow in the perfect body, my life would be perfect'. This is how the story starts. It's a wonderful book with a fairy tale twist and a beautiful ending. Don't make a mistake and pass this book up. |
far, far, above average!: This book is infinitely better than your average chick lit. Elyse Friedman is one of the sharpest, funniest, most observant writers I've read in a long time. The story of her heroine, Allison, could just be turned into a fairytale or wish-fullfillment fantasy, but it winds up being an extremely funny and edgy romp, laced with a lot of black humor and razor-sharp observations about men, women and society. Some of the scenes with Allison's evil roommate, Virginie, or the smoothly handsome suitor George (a Prince Charming who turns out to have some weird sexual proclivities) are worth the price of the book alone.This will definitely appeal to the Bridget Jones crowd, but it's Bridget Jones with a bite that Bridget never had, and it's far sexier and funnier. This is one of those rare novels that's really worth your money. Read it and enjoy. |
New stuff - fresh sound: I bought this cd directly from Eric Shans, the mastermind behind PHENOTRACT and was incredibly surprised.Why? Because this is a one man band. Mr. Shans does it all!But the interesting part is that every song has a hook, something different that keeps you interested from track 1 to track 14. This cd will be played on dance floors everywhere....and after so many spins....will still sound as exciting as it's first play.Tinman Records is know for signing fresh, innovative performers...and with Phenotract...they've hit the nail on the head and kept the music alive! |
Dinotrain: This is the most awesome rhyming children's book. Every page has dynamic pictures and text.. My 3-6 year old grandchildren want to experience it again and again. |
Captain & Tennille - Still Happy Together: "Make Your Move" was a departure of sorts for Captain and Tennille: A new image and record company and another #1 hit (Do That To Me One More Time) make this a very enjoyable adult contemporary album and their most coeshive album until "Keeping Our Love Warm". All the songs here run over 4 minutes. The highlights are the Toni Tennille penned "Deep In The Dark" and "Do That To Me One More Time" plus the far-out version of "Happy Together" (a total trip). |
On Il Barbiere: This recording is FANTASTIC! Absolutely stunning on Araiza's and Allen's parts. Baltsa does a fine job too. Araiza, who was only 24! at the time is absolutely stunning. His beautiful voice and exceptional coloratura are breathtaking-(as they always are!) Viva Rossini! Viva Francisco Araiza! |
Dianetics: the Evolution of a Science: This audiobook reinforces the Original Thesis. Clarifies some of the questions you may have had. It also includes a book with the terminology and definitions. Clear examples are presented and discussed. |
Great shipper: Great shipper, unique and excellent quality product, exactly as described , pricing and service will definitely come back here often. Highly recommended. |
GREAT!!!!!: THIS BAG IS NOT TO BIG AND NOT TO SMALL. FITS GREAT UNDER THE SEAT AND DOESNT GET IN THE WAY. VERY GOOD BUY. |
Good seat bag...: This is a strong seat bag. The velcro straps work fine to hold it firmly to the seat, and the zipper is good quality. |
Perfect: I was looking for a nice little bag to fit under the seat of my wife's bike so that she could carry misc. items like keys, money and camera. This bag works great, and it even has a little loop to hold the rear flashing light. |
useful purchase: bought this product for my boyfriend who bikes to work everyday. This compact stow away pouch fits his house keys, work badge, glasses with its bulky case, wallet, and cell phone. It fits securely on the bike, but he likes to strap it on the front of the bike just in case the velcro straps were not strapped on properly. |
Great Debut!: First off, Im not really a Dire Straits fan. This is because I basically only like their first two albums.Later on they would get to MTV for my tastes.This Dire straits debut is a fine album. All the songs rock, and they sound anything but commercial. except maybe for "Sultans of swing" but then only because the airplay, the song itself rocks.It starts off great with "Down on the Waterline", and "Water of Life" is beautiful. So are all the songs here. Because both Knopflers where playing here, you can hear TWO guitars !(the sound I miss in all the albums after Communique]. |
Dream from Poland: Mark Knopfler and the bank members always have been the Dream in Poland. I think about looking and feeling the 'Sultans Of Swing' at the live show in Poland. Of course, more people say: I know more better songs of DS but for me this track from this not revelationals album [not best for me] is GREAT. I've a remastered edition and in my opinion the sound is better, and the booklets is more interesting: ""Specially-writteN Sleeve Notes"" it's interesting. This album is more relaxing for me... and I hope for you. Cheers. ToBy |
The Idiot Below Me Needs to F@#K OFF AND DIE!!!!: I love Dire Straits. How could you hate them? Sultans of Swing is one of my favorite tunes, but you need to start loving otherDire Straits not just that one and your stupid Brothers in Armssongs. If you should, why don't you just F@#K OFF AND DIE YOU LAME B*TCH. Mark Knopfler ROCKS!!!!! Led Zeppelin and Pink Floydare horrible!Whirligig. |
Best Lp I have bought in years: Dire Straits put out some brilliant songs but their height was reached early with this album. I would put this on mylist of desert island discs. This pressing made from the original magnetic tapes is out of this world, all for the low price of $25 USD plus a shipping a great buy. If you love this group and you have a turntable of a good standard, get one or two copies, 10/10 |
Great improvement: This "new" material type SACD is really some kind of different sounding then regular CD. It brings more space and detail into the music. It costs a lot but I think it is the money worth. And it was actually a highest time to release also the rest of Dire Straits's albums in better audiophile format. Don't be afraid and give this disc a try. |
The first and the best!: I am a huge fan of the Straits and have all of their albums. I consider their first one to be the best of all. It is ingenious and sincere Rock music. All you need for great music is two guitars, drums and a bass... and Mark Knopfler. This is one of my favourite albums ever! |
A Truly Unique Sound: I have never been so captivated by the combination of guitar work and vocals as when I heard "Sultans of Swing" for the first time. It is truly among the greatest songs ever produced. Even with such a great song as "Sultans," the other tracks on this album do not suffer. Upbeat, catchy songs like "Setting Me Up" and "Southbound Again" have great guitar hooks and strong basslines. Slower, bluesy songs like "In The Gallery" and "Six Blade Knife" display Mark Knopfler's range as a guitar player. "Down to the Waterline" and "Lions" are beyond classification as either rock or blues.BEST SONGS: "Sultans of Swing," "Southbound Again," "Down to the Waterline"SONGS TO SKIP: NoneOverall, Dire Straits' first album is a classic compilation of laid-back, blues rock masterpieces that hold up better than most songs of a similar genre. This album is by far their best, and is a must have for anybody who appreciates electric guitar and a unique sound. |
One of the best by Dire Straits.: This is a good album from Dire Straits, if you like rocking. It contains original classics like Sultans Of Swing, Down To The Waterline, & Lions. Recommended with On Every Street 1991. |
Dire need for more Straights SACD's: Dire Straights needs no introduction or positive words from me. They are the Gods of Rock'n Roll who married the southern style blues with swinging country hip. But perhaps you have not heard the miracle of SACD yet? This format gives birth to a new wave of digital playback that renders classic albums like this as close to a live experience as 1's & 0's are capable of. Get it. Hear It. And Rock with some Gods in your living room tonight. |
This LP ALBUM GOES TO ALL MY FRIENDS: TO ALL MY FRIENDS SUCH AS BINJERMAN ROWTEN/ANTS DU BOIS/WILLYANGMEDINA/WAITING FOR A GIRL LIKE YOU/GIRL ON THE MOON/TUNNEL OF LOVE/PABLO SANCHEZ/DIZZY LAMB/DEREK JETER/NOMAR GARCIAPARRA/ABNERDUBBLEPLAY/ACHMED KHAN/ICHIRO/SAMMY SOSA/GREG MADDUX/EXPRESSO LOVE/KYLE BUHMAN/YOUNT KIMS/TODD KIMSON/SULTANS OF SWING/ENTERSANDMAN/GOD THAT FAILED/AND NICK GONZO,THIS DEBUT FROM DIRE STRAITS IS GREAT. ALL OF YOU NEED TO HEAR THIS AMAZING SONG, SULTANS OF SWING. IT ROCKS REALLY HARD AND GREAT GUITARS. GO GET THIS ALBUM ALL MY FRIENDS, THIS IS GREAT.Let It Be. |
Most perfect album!!!: This is one of the few perfect albums and with the most perfectly crafted song in "Sultans of Swing". In this one song, MK synthensized the major styles of popular music - starting with rock and roll and blues, then a hint of jazz (including references to Duke Ellington's song) and finishing it off with country and blues guitar solo. The lyrics has many layers of meaning: 1. As a paen to jazz players who are under appreciated and yet play for the love music; 2. As a celebration of life and freedom when one accepts and enjoys one's fate and love without regard for what other people think; The instrumentation is so interesting - how one instrument's sound anticipates another. Listen to this several times and each time concentrate on different instrument and you will enjoy this song even more. This was their best effort without question. This is still under appreciated by general public and most critics. |
The debut of one of the world's greatest guitarists!: If you're thinking of buying a Dire Straits greatest hits album, forget about it. This is not a greatest hits type of group. The only way to really understand fully what this great band and their great guitarist, Mark Knopler is all about, is to purchase their individual albums. This is the place to start. Sultans of Swing is a prime example of the effortless ease that Knopler is known for. I play a little guitar myself, and believe me, Knopler makes it sound so easy but it really isn't. His fingerpicking technique is astonishing. But he is equally adept at jazz riffs, rock, classical, country picking. He is a master! This is one of the great debuts of all time. Every cut is wonderful listening! It is the place to start, then collect them all, but stay away from greatest hits packages, because you won''t capture the full atmosphere or depth of this great band. |
Great one: I have owned this album for almost twenty years and it never gets old. "Down to the Waterline" by itself is worth the price. |
Deserves 10 stars !!!: "Dire Strait", the first album recorded by Dire straits in 1978, is among the 10 CDs that every humans should have in his collection !!! A MASTERPIECE which will go through the years without efforts.For the ones who know only the mega hit "sultans of swing", you must understand that EVERY songon this CD is as good as it !!! A MUST HAVE !!! |
What a start to a band's career...: As many other reviewers have said, this is quite simply Dire Straits' most enduring album. It still holds up well almost 30 years after many of the songs were penned. My personal favourite would have to be 'In The Gallery' - a quiet protest against the agents who exploit artists - whatever their genre may be. This could ring true for so many in the industry! However, all of the songs are gems and Knopfler's uncluttered, stylish Strat-playing gives them a mature nature. Worth the money! |
It all started here: Dire Straits' debut during the height of punk reminded the anti music punksters what real music was all about. The bluesy precise picking of Mark Knopfler drives the songs slowly like an old man and woman out for a sunday drive doing 35 in a 55mph zone. There is no rush to get to the next song so slow down and listen and hear/see the rich musical landscapes that are created here. Pure musical beauty. Don't pass this slow driver by! It is still impressive over 24 years later.Also listen to Live at the BBC for live versions of these songs. |
Fancy steppin' out to Angelucci's?: I've already reviewed this album once, but here's an extra rock 'n' roll pilgrimage tip for those of us lucky to live in London:If you fancy "steppin' out to Angelucci's for your coffee beans" in the Wild West End, you can: - Angelucci's is still there, On the corner of Frith Street and Old Compton Road, just across from Ronnie Scott's - and it still sells the best coffee in London.But not for much longer - Mr Angelucci is thinking of his moving shop (which has been there since 1929) to Barnet in North London. Mister Knopfler doesn't come by so much any more, I guess.Now, some people here have expressed the opinion that Knopfler isn't much good live. In Shea Stadium, perhaps not - he isn't exactly Freddie Mercury, after all. But anyone lucky enough to have seen him in a small venue, playing the roots blues he is inclined to do these days, will know how good he really is.Very. |
The Emmylou CD: The best Emmylou album/CD. Shows off that pure voice surrounded by a list of musicians second to none. Burton, Lee, Crowel, Skaggs, Hardin, Gordy, Ahern, DeVito, Raphael, Ware, Auldridge, Cunha, and harmony from Pedersen, Starling, Parton, Crowell. If you aren't off in the corner on a saturday slow twisting to this CD you must be in a coma. The best part of the CD is that it shines over the original vinyl. And if you're on a road trip, this is a must in your car and a great reson to have a cd player in the car! |
excellent: emmylou harris is such a wonderful artist. I really enjoy all of her musicand have for years. |
I love this GED Book w/CD-ROM: It has taken me no time, to do what I had to do. This is the ultimate GED preparation book and CD-ROM. You will love how easy they make it all, and the CD-Rom has practice test. You will not go wrong here. I NOW HAVE MY GED!!! |
A 'must' for admins seeking shortcuts to windows scripting tasks: The third updated edition of Jesse M. Torres' WINDOWS ADMIN SCRIPTING LITTLE BLACK BOOK provides administrators with a guide to scripting Windows tasks and is a must for any who seek shortcuts to administrating Windows systems. Updated for the latest versions of Windows XP and Service Pack 2, WINDOWS ADMIN SCRIPTING LITTLE BLACK BOOK packs in script examples on all key topics, tools, and languages. |
AN UKNOWN GEM: This is one of those hidden gems that comes along rarely. Edo DeWaart is not a house hold name and should be. Not since Toscanini and Reiner has there been a terrific performance of the Pines. Careful detail is expertly realized by Mr. DeWaart. And the forte's are not to be believed. Wow! The San Fransico Orchestra is up to the task. The final movement will knock your socks off. The tympanist has a field day. DeWaart get's it right. I own 20 recordings of the Pines and this is at the top. The Philips sound is surperb. Get this. Play this! |
Excellent!: I had a great time watching this movie! I ended up seeing it three times in two days! The characters were adorable! |
Lighthearted and Funny: This is funny! Just thinking about this film, makes me smile. Did not expect it to be so humorus. It's a "make you feel good" kind of film. If your in a bad mood, angry or depressed this film = Prozac. |
Warm, loving and not at All syrupy: A film out of time, somehow. Harking back to the European Art films of a few decades ago, but still relevant. Warm and slyly funny, it took a few minutes to realize how good this one was. The perfect small film!Some nice camera work, too. |
mid-august lunch: It's funny, and it shows the dedication of this guy to his mother and the hardships of dealing with people of "certain age". I could relate very well to it. |
Una referencia total: Conocí a Michael Franks a través de la radio con este álbum hace ya más de 25 años. Compré una cassette que, con el tiempo, perdí. Un día, milagrosamente, encontré en una tienda de discos este LP, que pude comprar justo con todo el dinero que llevaba en los bolsillos. No me sobró nada y tuve que regresar a casa a pie. Desde ese comienzo, Tiger in the rain, y, por extensión Michael Franks, forman parte de mi vida, de mi esencia como persona. He comprado todos los discos suyos aparecidos hasta ahora, y la edición de uno nuevo es siempre para mí motivo de alegría. Nunca me decepciona. Pero en los momentos claves de mi vida vuelvo al Tiger in the rain, disco que entronca directamente con lo más íntimo de mis sentimientos y con lo más dulce y agradable de mis recuerdos del pasado. Es un disco excepcional, una referencia absoluta en cuanto a CALIDAD, la de una música hecha con gusto, con delicadeza y con un estilo irrepetible. |
Raves 4 Lost Wave: The Lost Wave is an amazing story... has HUGE heart, moving, sexy, and "a great ride". Paul Taublieb is one of the great story tellers of our time! A must see! |
Sensitive and Elegantly Crafted Historical Fiction: "The Piano Tuner" is historical fiction written in the style of Somerset Maughm and E. M. Forster, so carefully and elegantly wrought that the reader is immediately placed in the life, locale and period of the central character, a British piano tuner whose mission is to tune the piano of an eccentric, but seemingly important officer of the British crown, who is stationed in a strategic part of Burma that is not securely controlled by Britain. There are no false or hesitant words by this accomplished and gifted writer, who at 26, has great promise. The only reason that I did not give this novel 5 stars is that the ending is surprisingly abrupt and ill conceived. Overall, a must read, however. |
CAPTIVATED AND INVOLVED !: What a first novel!!..I had no idea I would be so swept away to a land I knew little about...with people who were extradinary, vivid and captivating...I was intrigued by the back cover of the book, but I never dreamed I would be on such a gorgeous journey.I highly recommend this book to those of you who feel excited about a story that is beautifully told and also the learning process that is part of the enjoyment.From the minute you step into Edgar Drake's household until the end of the journey in Burma you are held in the palm of the hand by the author.However,I must admit the ending was a letdown, and that is why it is only 4 stars...I would appreciate hearing from any of you that have read this book to discuss the ending and hear your thoughts.Until then, good reading, it is a box of delicious candy, each chapter more enticing than the last. |
A rare pleasure: This book gets my highest praise. I did not think anyone was writing like this anymore. It could almost have been written in the era in which the action takes place, the 1870s, since Mason seems to give voice to the best of human feeling and language missing in modern writing.I was in Burma and Thailand recently, not too far from places described in the book. Mason paints a picture faithful to the depth of texture and richness of place.I wonder how many modern readers will have what it takes to appreciate this book. |
Thoroughly engaging.: I didn't know this was Mason's first novel until I tried to find others he has written. Anyone who understands the discipline and magic of music, who has an appreciation for history and culture, who remembers the sexual tension between a man and a woman, and who has the patience to let this story unfold will find this book seductive and engaging. I found myself idenfying with the characters in this book as I had when I first read The Catcher in the Rye, The Child Buyer and To Kill a Mockingbird, vastly different books from The Piano Tuner and each other, but similar with respect to the exploration of inner motivation, purpose and understanding of self in a world too big and dynamic to ever truly know. Mason's ability to step back and allow dialog and letters tell the story in thier full detail was like eavesdropping on a secret conversation while reading a diary -- a delightful, if guilty, pleasure. |
Second Book: I liked this book so much that I've purchsed a second copy as a gift. It's a good read and very appropriate for anyone interested in pianos. |
Haunting and Fascinating: This novel is a delightful journey through a world that has been largely lost to history. From the first chapter when we learn of Edgar's mission, to the last chapter when we learn of his fate, Mason never ceases to evoke anything but sheer wonder and awe.Amazing book. I loved it. |
A Fascinating Tale: Daniel Mason has woven a fascinating tale which combines history, music and medicine in a part of the world most of us know little about.He has thoroughly researched these topics and written a wonderful story that is difficult to put down. This book would make a wonderful movie. It's hard to believe this is his first novel and I hope a second will soon follow. |
Good first novel.: Mason displays great potential with this historically rich novel about the piano tuner and a visit to the Shan States. His colorful discriptions and interesting character development display Mason's ability to tell a wonderful story. I look forward to his next work. |
Dense, but worth it: Beautiful writing. This is one multi-talented young man. And humble (in person), too, so what's not to like?Well, the beginning was long-ish, and the end seemed to come on too quickly. The middle was perfect.Interesting way of writing dialogue that I've never seen employed before, all in a single paragraph with only commas separating what one speaker says from another. In Mason's capable hands, it works well.Give it a try, pass it on to a friend, and look forward to his next book - after he graduates from medical school in 2 years! |