History: Fiction or Science? (Chronology, No. 1)

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Recorded history is a finely-woven magic fabric of intricate lies about events predating the sixteenth century. There is not a single piece of evidence that can be reliably and independently traced back earlier than the eleventh century. This book details events that are substantiated by hard facts and logic, and validated by new astronomical research and statistical analysis of ancient sources.

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Calculations are only as good as your numbers.......2007-08-03

Yes, we can all agree that mainstream history is nearly 100% BS due to politics, economics, ego, problems with dating techniques, and various conspiracies. Agreed. But, I've been researching the distinct possibility that human history (in terms of civilizations) are much more ancient than we've been told, so coming across this book was very interesting to me. I wondered how Fomenko could be wrong (if at all) because he is very persuasive in his presentations. Then it dawned on me. If at previous times in prehistory, due to the various catastrophies that are well documented (comets, asteroids, planetary disruptions, plasma discharge, pole reversals, etc) the Earth was in a different position in relation to the sun, different tilt on its axis, different orbit, different rotation (in terms of velocity and DIRECTION), and the continents were in different positions, then would this not cause the ancients to see the sky (constellations) differently? In other words, is Fomenko making erronious assumptions about the physics of the Earth in pre-history, which then corrupt his data with regards to dating the relevant astrology? The last event to seriously disrupt our planet occured roughly 3500 years ago, according to other good researchers, so is it possible Fomenko has been confused by this? The vastly different physics of our planet in the not so distant past may explain this confusion, which is not to say the "mainstream" version of history is correct; on the contrary. I am not an expert in these fields, but wanted to see if this idea could spark discussion.

Pants on fire?.......2007-07-19

Will people ever read before spamming? Yes, Jesuits could not rewrite world history alone, they had help. Anyway, Dr Prof Acad A.Fomenko does not point to jesuits as the driving force of world wide history manipulation in published volumes 1,2,3;, actually he barely mentions the poor devils. Check it with 'Search inside' feature, please. China is rarely mentioned either, in fact, Dr Fomenko is completely eurocentric. Right, his theory contradicts all mainstream schools of history, because in their actual state they are all built on blatantly erroneus chronology. You don't need a mysterious cabal (conspiracy) to falsify history, the falsification is its modus operandi. It is inherent to history(ians) to falsify (distort) events, as it is inherent to humans to boast as it is inherent to power (authority) to legimize itself by referrring to glorious past made to its own order. Dr Prof Fomenko and team have identified scores of instances of such manipulation in Russian, European, etc.. history, and delivered valid statistical proof thereof. His own 'reconstruction' is completely another story. Forget c14 as a valid method of dating. W.Libby has initially discovered a brilliant method of INDEPENDENT dating. Too bad, c14 method has become a joke after a forced marrige with dendrochronology with consensual chronological scale inbuilt. Radiocarbon method can't stand blind tests, but is so very productive as a rubberstamp.

Accepted History & Chronology Must Be Changed. .......2007-04-09

There is no doubt that history as most know it is a sham, & institution's version of History both University & Church is fradulent & inaccurate. Everything was established with an agenda, The real "Dark Ages" are now when we have access to incredible amounts of information past authorities & more important 'common folk' didn't have but our institutions & educators are slow to evolve because of what has ignorantly & arrogantly been taught for too long. This is on many subjects not just Chronology.

For anyone to question "Why would a Mathematician have anything credible to say of History?" The answer is from Dr. Fomenko's preface in the book: "It would be worthwhile to remind the reader that in the XVI-XVII century Chronology was considered to be a subdivision of Mathematics." These volumes could possibly be some of the most important works to date & should be read by everyone with an interest in History, especially professors & educators who have a duty to the public. I have read both books & must say that 'Chronology 1' has some very eye opening & revolutionary information. Even if these volumes are part true the implications are profound & opens the doors to further investigations & questions which must be done. I speak several different lanquages & must say the logic Dr. Fomenko uses with "inflection" of words & words being read from left to right in one region & right to left in another then written backwards, the removal of vowels & get down to basics of words, or different cities & locations having the same name etc. is correct. Vowel usage has always been optional & varied, actually complicating linquistics & study. The first thing one has to understand is that words never had a fixed spelling in history like we do now, the spelling of words was mutable & regional, as well as names & titles of people were vast, varied & changed, NOTHING WAS FIXED or understood linear. Matters of Life & Death as well as financial profiteering yesterday & today were & are made with ignorant, illogical & conspiratorial views of history & reality, it's time people get closer to the Truth & society collectively grow up.

Very Interesting.......2007-03-07

It is a good proposal and I believe it will mature into something even better in the future. I think it deserves to be read.

History as Science Fiction.......2007-01-10

Anatoly Fomenko has written a very intriguing book, full of pictures, charts, and computer 'proof' of his thesis: backwards of AD900 we don't really know what happened or when. Between AD900 and AD1600 there is more certainty, but there is still a lot of fuzzy ground, and things don't get reliable until we get past the 1600's where the printing press made it very difficult for the perpetrators of this timeline manipulation to change anything that had been committed to print. The Dark Ages did not happen. Books were burned for a reason. One organization has doubled the actual length of its existence by expanding the real chronology. Read why.

I had always wondered why Christ died about AD33 and yet men waited until the 11th century to form the Knights Templar, the Cathars, etc and go after the Holy Land by force. Why the 1000 year gap? Turns out there wasn't more than a 10-12 year gap and he proves it using astronomy. This also implies that the planet is not as old as we have been told, and current Christian and other creationist scientists are already championing that idea without being aware of Fomenko's book. The two groups, creationist scientists and the Russian mathematical analysts corroborate each other. Fascinating.

Of course, all this flies in the face of what we have been told traditionally is the 'proper' chronology of western civilization, and most readers will experience 'cognitive dissonance' in reading this book. It means that our history going backwards from AD1600 becomes progressively more incorrect and unreliable until it cannot be trusted at all... in the space of 700-800 years.

Naturally, the curious, open-minded reader will want to know WHO did this, WHY, and did any of the events we think of as really ancient ever happen?
Dr. Fomenko is a respected scientist/mathematician at Moscow State University who has already answered these questions to the satisfaction of his initially skeptical colleagues. Most of them are now believers, a few still refuse to believe (the usual diehards), and of course the western press has ignored Fomenko's work -- for obvious reasons when you read the book. The ones who perpetrated this chronology ruse have a lot to answer for. They are still with us. That's why this book is a well-kept secret.

I gave the book a 4-star rating because I was unable to check out some of his claims; those I checked were as he said. But if even 1/3 of his claims are true, this punches a big hole in what we think is our history, the meaning of western civilization, our educational process (for repeating the ruse as gospel), and the trustworthiness of the organization that perpetrated this ruse, well-intentioned or not.

This book relates to current research into a Young Earth paradigm, to John Keel's discoveries about our planet, and Fr Malachi Martin's insights (in his now out-of-print books). We are indeed sheep who are manipulated and kept ignorant -- for a reason. While knowing what these men have to say may be the "booby prize" (as in: 'what can you do with this knowledge?'), it will provide interesting reading. Didn't someone say: "...and the Truth will set you free."?? For you to judge if this book contains the truth.

Constellations: A Glow-in-the-Dark Guide to the Night Sky

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A Glow In The Dark Guide to the NIght Sky
great introduction to constellation gazing
Amazing!!

Constellations: A Glow-in-the-Dark Guide to the Night Sky
Chris Sasaki
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ASIN: 1402703856

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Reach for the stars, with this beautiful glow-in-the-dark guide to the science and mythology behind the constellations.

Children will see the stars shining brightly right in their own room with this glow-in-the-dark introduction to the night sky. Each constellation sparkles brilliantly on the page, thanks to the special ink that illuminates the lush artwork. And even as the luminous illustrations encourage stargazing, the kid-friendly text presents a perfect mix of simple science and storytelling. Along with very basic astronomical facts about our galaxy and the major constellations are the world myths of the gods and heroes whose names grace today’s star maps. Take the tale of Andromeda—the princess sacrificed to save her father’s kingdom who lives in the long, curved “V” of stars best seen in late fall. With information on constellations from Cygnus the Swan to Orion the Hunter, it’s an appealing, interactive approach to a popular subject.

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A Glow In The Dark Guide to the NIght Sky.......2007-05-15

This is an interesting book for youg children.
We had to wait for a very overcast day to darken the room enough to see the glow. The kids liked it.

great introduction to constellation gazing.......2007-01-28

Each two page spread introduces a constellation, gives a brief synopsis of the story, and illustrates the constellation. The embedded stars glow in the dark, so you can turn off the lights and view what the constellation looks like in the night sky. The glow in the dark feature helps imprint the pattern of the stars in each constellation on your brain with the added drama of "and now let's turn off the lights and see...." The inside flaps of the book offer a picture of the constellations without illustration but with the stars connected.

Amazing!!.......2006-08-07

This is one of the most unique books I have ever seen! Both my four year old and myself have learned so much about the constellations. The details about each constellation make it easy for my son to remember the names and stories behind them. The glow in the dark feature is amazing. I definitely recommend purchasing this high quality unique book.

Dark Enough to See the Stars in a Jamestown Sky

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Great historical read!
Dark Enough to See the Stars in Jamestown Sky
Haunting
I can't say enough good things!

Dark Enough to See the Stars in a Jamestown Sky
Connie Lapallo
Manufacturer: Llumina Press
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ASIN: 1595264213

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Few women and children sailed to Jamestown in 1609. But to Joan, prosperous Virginia sounded promising. Even when she was forced to leave a daughter behind. Even that Joan could bear. But the hurricane, the Starving Time, the Indian Wars.

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Excellent Read.......2007-07-22

This book was a perfect read for me. My family, the Kingsmills, arrived in James Towne around 1613, so this story really helped me connect with what they saw when they got here and the sacrifices so many made to establish this great country of ours. Thank you for taking the time to research all of this so carefully and for conveying it in such an interesting and realistic manner.

Steven E. Bishop
UVa. College of Arts and Sciences 2006
UVa. School of Medicine 2010

Great historical read!.......2007-03-14

Connie Lapallo's book is a wonderful read. Not many people outside of Virginia are familiar with the Jamestown story much less the details of what the women and children went through. The story is woven through the eyes of Connie Lapallo's ancestor who survived the starving time. For anyone interested in geneology or Jamestown history this is a must read!

Dark Enough to See the Stars in Jamestown Sky.......2007-01-20

Normally, I am not a great reader of historical fiction books. I usually read the typical suspense thriller or popular romance books; however, I must say I was very pleasantly surprised how much I enjoyed this book. Shamefully, living near Jamestown in Virginia most of my life, I never quite understood until I read this book the great hardships the early settlers suffered. This book made you feel the waves of the ocean when the main character Joan was in the cargo department of the ship traveling from England to Jamestown, you felt her fear of losing her family, especially leaving a daughter behind, and her hunger during the starving times of Jamestown. The writing and information provided in this wonderful book left you aching for more, my hope is that the author will hurry with a sequel. I think it would also make a wonderful movie.

Haunting.......2006-12-19

I finished this book last night, and I have to say that today I'm still thinking about it. It was a bit slow to start and some of the genealogy got a bit cumbersome, but once I got a ways into it I found myself reading "just one more chapter". While I was familiar with many of the events and people in the Jamestown saga from my own research, the details in this story captured me and made my heart ache. How wonderful for the author to know her history with such detail. I'm so glad that she shared her story with the rest of us.

Kris Bordessa, author
Great Colonial America Projects You Can Build Yourself

I can't say enough good things!.......2006-11-22

I am so sad that I finished this book. It was so good, I could have read on and on. I hear that a sequel is in the making, so I wait for that!

I am so grateful to her for stating what was fiction in the book. Having met the author in August at a conference, I was excited to read her book. And Arlington County Library has bought it for their collection!

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The best of the series - The Ethan & Juliet Story
Dark Sky
Ms. Neggers does it again!
tense romantic suspense thriller

Dark Sky (Mira Romantic Suspense)
Carla Neggers
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Deputy U.S. Marshal Juliet Longstreet has made her share of enemies, and now one of them is out of prison and threatening to kill her. Her mission: find him first.

But hot on her suspect's trail is Special Forces officer Ethan Brooker, who has a way of dropping into Juliet's life without warning. Haunted by his wife's death, Ethan is a man Juliet knows she should avoid. And now he's focused on a related mission of his own and can't -- or won't -- give Juliet any details.

When she finds her doorman dead and her New York apartment ransacked, Juliet tracks down Ethan -- this time she wants answers.

They agree to team up, and as they fight their growing attraction to each other, their race to stop a ruthless killer takes them north to Juliet's family in Vermont…and into the heart of a dangerous web of lies, greed, deceit -- and murder.

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Fresh from providing crucial information to help free an American hostage, Deputy U.S. Marshal Juliet Longstreet returns home to find her doorman dead and the killer ransacking her apartment. Certain that the intruder is one of the hostage's kidnappers, Juliet tracks down Special Forces officer Ethan Brooker for answers. Juliet and Ethan must rush to end the murderous scheming before it comes crashing home.

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Best so far..........2005-09-24

Of the three books I have read by Carla Neggers (Nights Landing, The Rapids, and Dark Sky) this one has been the best. Carla stumbled upon a great charachter in Juliet. All I can say is read it, and I don't think you have to read the other 3-5 books in this ongoing series to enjoy.

The best of the series - The Ethan & Juliet Story .......2005-09-06

This was my favoriate Carla Neggers book so far. This story has a nice mix of danger, mystery, healthy romance and past characters. I would buy this book and enjoy the adventure.

Dark Sky.......2005-08-16

When one of the men she put in jail gets out, Juliet Longstreet finds herself right in the middle of danger, not an unusual position for her, considering her job, but the fact that her present situation endangers her niece, is unacceptable. Working with a man she could love if he could get past the ghosts that haunt his memories, she tries to keep from becoming the prize in a game of revenge more twisted than she knows. The true villain is not who she thinks it is, and that could cost her, Wendy, and Ethan dearly.

*** Though this story does not rely heavily on knowledge of the prior book in the series, there are spots where that would make the reading easier and perhaps the confusion that arises at some points could be avoided altogether. However, longtime fans of Ms. Neggers will undoubtedly be thrilled with the results of her work. ***

Amanda Killgore, Freelance Reviewer.

Ms. Neggers does it again!.......2005-08-16

I am a fairly recent reader of Carla Neggers' work. When I first picked up one of her books, I quickly found as many of her past works as possible in my favorite used book store. Once read; I had to wait anxiously for her next book. I wasn't disappointed in her latest, Dark Sky. It was an exciting, nail biting adventure. Although I was able to figure out who the "bad guy" was fairly early on; it was still a great book to get lost in! I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a good romantic suspense.

tense romantic suspense thriller.......2005-07-27

New York based Deputy U.S. Marshal Juliet Longstreet knows she must be cautious as Bobby Tatro was just released from federal prison after serving four years. He vowed to avenge his arrest when Juliet took him down in Syracuse and she believes this violent man will come for her. In New York she finds her apartment house doorman murdered and her place searched as if someone was looking for an edge to get at her. Wanting to insure the safety of her family though most are law enforcement types, Juliet vows not wait for Tatro to make any more moves.

While she searches for Tatro, former Special Forces officer Ethan Brooker seeks the actual killer of his wife though he helped expose Nick Jannsen who called for the hit on his beloved Charlene. He believes that they have a mutual enemy as Tatro pulled the trigger. Ethan keeps Juliet on edge more so than the killer coming for her, but she persuades him to team up to keep her family safe as Tatro is coming for them.

The latest Carla Neggers deputy US Marshals tale is a tense romantic suspense thriller in which the lead couple tracks down a killer while trying to ignore their attraction to one another. The joint investigation seems at first simple enough to the lead pair and readers, but takes twists into a deadly conspiracy in which avariciousness leads to homicide and places her family at risk. Though similar in tone to previous tales like NIGHT'S LANDING, Ms. Neggers' fans will enjoy this strong tale while wondering if Juliet can capture her men, one to lock away and one to shower with love.

Harriet Klausner

Dark Sky Question (Barnard New Women Poets Series)

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Wonderful
Larissa Szporluk's Dark Sky Question
The nature of Szporluk
Dark Sky Answer
hush... time for letting go.

Dark Sky Question (Barnard New Women Poets Series)
Larissa Szporluk
Manufacturer: Beacon Press
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ASIN: 0807068454

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Introduction by Brenda Hillman

Winner of the 1997 Barnard New Women Poets Prize

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Wonderful.......2003-09-26

I haven't much to add that others haven't touched on, so I will just add my voice in saying that Ms. Szporluk's poetry is simply beautiful. These are poems meant to be read over and over. I love her style--different than a lot of poets I've read, and it works well. This truly is a book worth owning.

Larissa Szporluk's Dark Sky Question.......2000-04-18

If one wants to visit a world not of our own, not that of heaven, but some alternative universe, this is the book to guide your journey. Through Szporluk's underlying theme of questioning religion, she is able to create this world. Decisive wording allows the reader to elevate to her unique vision .

The nature of Szporluk.......1999-12-10

Reading the poetry of Larissa Szporluk can accurately be likened to wandering through the dreams of a stranger. Szporluk's laster collection Dark Sky Question is filled with mind boggling images, creating bizarre pictures of sweating monks, desperate woman and an earth that lives out a human-like exsistance, within the readers mind. The idea of a dream-like state of consciousness peppers the work, and although the actual purpose of the poems is sometimes lost to the reader, one cannot help but be struck by the awesome quality of Szporluk's prose. To read Dark Sky Question is almost like seeing a theatrical production; the viewer must drop their limiting cloak of reality and accept the given circumstances. Once they do, exploring the fantastical world of Szporluk's electrifying poetry can effect imagination and go beyond expectation.

Dark Sky Answer.......1999-12-08

To say Larissa Szporluk's poems are difficult to enter is wrong. I think I find them hard to exit; it is the return to the "real" world that is harrowing. One can connect to her poetry within its jurisdiction, its beauty often inclusive. Rapid-fire images rake the conscious mind, and leave deep sinuous cuts in the imagination that bleed into one another. Bats, cobras, mangoes shift around each other and we are guided, we the second person for the moment. "You should have gone further," she urges. But if we go so far as to leave, the blood coagulates and the holes try to patch themselves up. We reel in our attempt to understand what, while we were inside, made sense. The spinning ceases, as we know it must in her poem "Deliverer": "No one can spin forever. / It will all slow down." A kind of death sets in as we "can't see, can't feel." And maybe this is part of the point -- that we will only experience our life from within. To leave this viewpoint is to enter an unknown world (the world of Szporluk's wonderful poetry) where we do not know what to expect: "They say you hurried for the end. / A sudden recollection lights the wind."

hush... time for letting go........1999-11-29

Some advice before you begin reading this book: quiet the mind. Use meditation, herbal tea, Gregorian chant, incense, a gentle rainstorm, or whatever else might help you move from the analytic rationality required by everyday life to a place of gentle suggestability. If you promise to subdue your need for intellectual understanding for just a little while and allow these intriguing poems to wash over you, the reward will be great. To call this "religious" poetry would prehaps be misleading. To be sure, the divine, mysterious connection between the human world and the spiritual world are at the root of Szporkuk's work (if anything so tangible as a root can be found), but this is not the poetry of a dogmatic zealot. Even the most devout atheist will be drawn into Szporluk's realm of metaphysical abstraction. Do not try (too much!) to identify the personal pronouns. Do not go searching for antecedents to each metaphor. Part of the brilliance here is the finesse with which the unknown is handled. Let yourself not know. Allow these odd, exciting new poems take you on an unchartered journey into the dark sky question. By all means, read this book.

The Sacketts. Volume 4. The Sacketts. Galloway; the Sky-Liners; the Man from the Broken Hills, Ride the Dark Trail

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The Sacketts. Volume 4. The Sacketts. Galloway; the Sky-Liners; the Man from the Broken Hills, Ride the Dark Trail

Manufacturer: Nelson Doubleday Inc.
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Ultimate Sticker Book: Night Sky -- Glow in the Dark (Ultimate Sticker Books)

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Ultimate Sticker Book: Night Sky -- Glow in the Dark (Ultimate Sticker Books)

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Ultimate Stickers Books make learning fun. Each Ultimate Sticker Book presents an array of colorful, photographic stickers of baby animals or dinosaurs, the U.S. Presidents or the night sky -- there's something for everyone. Young children will love working with these durable, reusable stickers, and they can have fun using the stickers to make picture books and projects on their own. These entertaining books provide a hands-on way to explore new subjects. (And some of the stickers even glow in the dark!) Includes over 60 full-color, self-adhesive stickers.

Power Rangers: Ninja Storm Volume 1: Dark Sky Overhead (Power Rangers)

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Power Rangers: Ninja Storm Volume 1: Dark Sky Overhead (Power Rangers)
Douglas Sloan & Ann Knapp
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FROM A DARK SKY: The Story of U.S. Air Force Special Operations

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Just the facts, Ma'am...
Better facts= better book!
Good overview, but a little more
Good overview of AF special ops history, but many errors.

FROM A DARK SKY: The Story of U.S. Air Force Special Operations
Orr Kelly
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Just the facts, Ma'am..........2006-10-06

While much of what the modern AFSOC is engaged in globally is classified, there still should have been a lot more regarding the present day Ops (which IS readily available)...sadly, there wasn't.
The upside to the book was the fascinating account of the beginnings of the Air Force special ops, from the early pathfinders and OSS. Again, this could have been better had more photos from that era been included, along with declassified maps, tactical data, and so on.

There were a few glaring inconsistencies, but much of this could be attributable to typos, and not necessarily the author per se.

Overall, this is a decent book about a group of people coming together to form one of America's most potent forces for freedom and democracy.

If this were to be a great book, it would have to have more photos, corrections to the errors, and less "dramatic license" in retelling the stories. When it comes to military actions, the MORE facts...the better!

Better facts= better book!.......2002-08-21

Fairly comprehensive overview of USAF SOps history. Nedlesly weak on facts in multiple areas including and especially the names of people present at events described. While memories often fade or become fuzzy with time too many lapses in accuracy cause one to question the accuracy in other areaswhere onehas no first hand knowledge. Ron Kosh, Butterfly #44 late '66- early '67.

Good overview, but a little more.......1999-05-11

Good historical synopsis and background, in a readable format. But I was a trifle disappointed in ther author's coverage of present-day AFSOC. After all, the back cover blurb tells us that Air Force STTs "swim like Navy SEALs, attack like the Army's Delta Force, and fight lke hell anywhere, anytime." Yet Mr. Kelly hardly goes into any detail about the training the PJs and combat controllers go through. It would be great to know what their PT requirements are, hand-to-hand combat training, types of different small arms utilized, marksmanship standards, etc. Considering how unheralded and underappreciated Air Force special ops teams are compared to the endless volumes written on SEALs, Green Berets, etc., the above-mentioned types details would provide valuable insight into just how good these guys really are. But hey, any book written by someone with "Orr" in their name has to be doing something right!

Good overview of AF special ops history, but many errors........1997-08-08

Orr Kelly is somewhat of a specialist in the special operations genre. This book provides a good overview of USAF experience in that area. However, Kelly falls victim (as many have before him) to embellished stories. Some of these are recognizable as such on their face and should certainly not be repeated, no matter how lurid material may help sales. I was particularly irritated that Kelly checked some detail with me, received a correction, and then printed his version! He also has a problem with incorrect numbers sneaking through his proofing process. Thus, WWII B-24 production becomes 1800 vice the actual 18,000. Estimated 15,000 NVA deadbecomes 1500. Range of the ZSU-23 (not ZPU-23 as he writes) becomes 20,000 feet vice its actual max effective range of 6000 feet. And so on. The number of these sort of errors casts doubt on the accuracy of the rest of the book. Good overview, unreliable history. Karl Polifka RAVEN 45 1969

Visual Astronomy Under Dark Skies: A New Approach to Observing Deep Space

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Visual Astronomy Under Dark Skies: A New Approach to Observing Deep Space
Antony Cooke
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Modern astronomical telescopes, along with other advances in technology, have brought the deep sky – star clusters, nebulae and the galaxies – within reach of amateur astronomers. And it isn’t even necessary to image many of these deep-sky objects in order to see them; they are within reach of visual observers using modern techniques and enhancement technology. The first requirement is truly dark skies; if you are observing from a light-polluted environment you need Tony Cooke’s book, Visual Astronomy in the Suburbs. Given a site with clear, dark night skies everything else follows… this book will provide the reader with everything he needs to know about what to observe, and using some of today’s state-of-the-art technique and commercial equipment, how to get superb views of faint and distant astronomical objects.

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