Smokestacks & Skyscrapers: An Anthology of Chicago Writing Review

Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)it is about time that a new anthology of america's true city of letters was published. this collection covers the biggest names in chicago writing (or any literature period) to the moer obscure authors. it's all here, novel extracts, poems, memoirs, essays, articles, stories, drama... and there is so...
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More News from Lake Wobegon Review

Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)This CD compilation 16 of the finest stories in the history of the famed, long-running radio show "A Prarie Home Companion". The stories come under four headings: "Faith", "Hope", "Love", and "Humor". Some of the best stories from this package include "Smokes", a brilliant story of a father's attempt...
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Prairie Plants of the Midwest: Identification and Ecology Review

Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)This is a nice reference book for an experienced field guide user. It is small enough to carry into the field. Be aware however that it is not a "beginner's book"--it is difficult to use if you don't already have a good idea what your unknown plant is. Also, the drawings are coarser than what one could...
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Paula Deen: It Ain't All About the Cookin' Review

Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)First of all, if you have a high opinion of Paula Deen and don't want to know about her past, including lots of mistakes (by her own admission) and her bouts of agoraphobia (which left her housebound) and panic attacks, then this isn't the book for you. But there is lots to recommend here - not only...
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Palm Springs Weekend: The Architecture and Design of a Midcentury Oasis Review

Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)While I initially bought Palm Springs Weekend as a coffee table book, it is much more substantial -- a great read, with the historical perspective necessary to appreciate the architectural legacy. Hess and Danish provide a tour from the beginnings of the desert resort in the 1930s, through the Hollywood...
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Barbecued Ribs, Smoked Butts, and Other Great Feeds: KCA-pbk (Knopf Cooks American Series) Review

Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)Normally I can only find one recipe that I like in any one cookbook but this book is loaded with wonderful BBQ recipes that I've used over and over...In fact Im having to reorder it as my old copy has ripped apart.I highly recommend!Click Here to see more reviews about: Barbecued Ribs, Smoked Butts,...
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They Were Smokin': Championship Bbq Tips And Techniques From Two Time Memphis In May World Champions Review

Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)This is a good book if you will own more than a few BBQ cookbooks. The book was very helpfull to me when I built my own smoker. The book is written by a guy who really knows his stuff, just wish the book was longer. It is very small for one of the more expensive books.Click Here to see more reviews about:...
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Roger Maris: Baseball's Reluctant Hero Review

Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)Maury Allen wrote a prior biography of Roger Maris in 1986, and now Tom Clavin and Danny Peary have written the definitive biography of baseball's "reluctant hero." Like several other individuals Maris has become more appreciated with the passage of time. Maris had people who would be remembered favorably...
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Looking For Alaska Review

Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)...and read this book in one sitting. Okay, it's short and incredibly good, which makes it easy to bolt down. But then you are going to feel like an idiot for not savoring the pleasure, and you're going to be bleary as hell the next day (if you finish it at 4 in the morning, like I did).This book deals...
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Smokescreen Secret (Lights, Camera, Action Series) Review

Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)Disaster lurks everywhere when McKenna and Jade James arrive onthe set of Thoroughbred Fever. When Jade is injured, her faith in Godis shaken. McKenna, determined to catch the arsonist, gets into deeper trouble trying to solve the mystery. Her life and her sister's are in danger, but the thought of Jade's...
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Vintage Smoking Stands - Uncovering An American Folk Art Treasure Review

Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)A fascinating book that educated me on this wonderful piece of american folk art. I have always enjoyed looking at these animated smoke stands, and now I am knowledgeable on its history as well. The authors did a great job researching and writing this book. The photography is intriguing and fun, sure...
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Smoking Salmon and Trout: Plus Canning, Freezing, Pickling and More Review

Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)This book looks self published. For the information I wanted I was jumping all around the book to get. But a lot of the information is there and that is what I wanted.Click Here to see more reviews about: Smoking Salmon and Trout: Plus Canning, Freezing, Pickling and MoreFind out how to get the most...
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Limericks from the Heart (and Lungs) Review

Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)This book is just as much fun as books by DR.Suess and Shel Silverstien, while relentlessly driving home its point about smoking.My son brought it to school and the teacher read the limericks to the children. They loved it! There is also a glossary for building young vocabularies.I feel that this book...
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Bong Load Girls The Book Vol. 1 Review

Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)Truly an epic photo book. Perfect for every coffee table and a must for every bookshelf. This book has beautiful photos and colors on every page. It is extremely unique in every way. I highly recommend this book.Click Here to see more reviews about: Bong Load Girls The Book Vol. 1A Savage Photographic...
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Of Woodsmoke and Quiet Places Review

Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)I grew up hunting, fishing, and camping and I still do today. It is a rich heritage that I enjoy so much and have had the pleasure of passing on to my son. For anyone else that does so, or has ever done so, I highly recommend this book. Jerry Wilder will stir your emotions from one extreme to the other....
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SMOKESCREEN: Canadian security intelligence after September 11, 2001 Review

Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)I highly recommend this book. I want to express my solidarity with this courageous author.Click Here to see more reviews about: SMOKESCREEN: Canadian security intelligence after September 11, 2001Nothing has captured our imagination and fed our nightmares since Sept. 11, 2001, more than international...
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Encyclopedia Of Smoking And Tobacco: Review

Average Reviews:(More customer reviews)I was somewhat dismayed when I read the other reviews as well. I have to admit that I am a former smoker myself, but did not find this book as "biased" as some have indicated. I am a librarian by profession and find this an invaluable resource when I have people who are writing research papers. It is...
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