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.

How to Meditate With Your Dog: An Introduction to Meditation for Dog Lovers

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Great little book
From the Author (and his dog)
Excellent
How tp meditate with your dog
Meditation

How to Meditate With Your Dog: An Introduction to Meditation for Dog Lovers
James Jacobson , and Kristine Chandler Madera
Manufacturer: Maui Media
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ASIN: 0975263110

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From Schnauzers to Shepherds, and Dachshunds to Dobermans, dogs are natural meditators.

Meditating with you improves your dog's health and well-being, and makes his tail wag just a little bit wider. It also helps excitable dogs become calmer, aggressive dogs become more loving, and anxious dogs become zen-ishly calm.

Unsure how to start? Let your dog be your guru.

In this "tail," dog-lover and life-long meditator, James Jacobson and his dog, Maui, unleash the simple, non-dogmatic meditation method that they have been teaching and using for over a decade. Their method makes this ancient practice so doggone simple that it works with any size, age, or breed of dog.

The barest bone of it? Get quiet and focus on your spiritual connection with your dog. It's the intention behind this simple act that transforms it into a meditation practice.

Meditation isn't just great for dogs. In humans, meditation relieves stress, helps us live in the moment, and sharpens mental focus. "How to Meditate with Your Dog" shows how to do all this, while deepening the bond, and broadening the love, between you and your dog.

PRAISE FOR "How to Meditate with Your Dog: An Introduction to Meditation for Dog Lovers"

"By being so present to our lives, dogs bring us back to Presence. This little book will charm as it guides us into the mystery of dogs as spiritual companions and teachers." ~ Jean Houston, author of Mystical Dog

"This excellent book belongs in the homes of all those who recognize that dogs are angels and gifts from God." ~Alan Cohen, author of Are You as Happy as Your Dog?

"Meditating with your dog is the spiritual connection to the Human-Animal Bond experience." ~ Bash Dibra, internationally acclaimed animal behaviorist, dog trainer to the stars and author of Star Pet: How to Make Your Pet a Star

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Great little book.......2007-10-08

This is a great little book for anyone who wants to have another opportunity to bond with their dog. Even if you don't plan to meditate with your dog, the book will guide you to finding more peace in your life. Highly recommended!

From the Author (and his dog).......2007-09-16

Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/RRS90DV6XSNMX This video is from James Jacobson (the author) and Maui (the dog that inspired the book). How to Meditate With Your Dog: An Introduction to Meditation for Dog Lovers

Excellent.......2007-08-07

Although I haven't finished reading the book yet I am very happy with what I have read so far. Unfortunately I am very slow with reading, time is a big issue with me.

How tp meditate with your dog.......2007-05-31

The book was quite basic. I didn't think it was worth the money.

Meditation.......2007-01-10

Sorry. This was one of the silliest books I have ever seen on Meditation. I have two dogs, and I think I could explain meditation with them far better than this book does.

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LOVE IT!
My kids teacher suggested this one!
Fun to read
The Great Fuzz Frenzy
a wonderful gift for any age "kid"

The Great Fuzz Frenzy
Janet Stevens , and Susan Stevens Crummel
Manufacturer: Harcourt Children's Books
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ASIN: 0152046267

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Deep, deep down in their underground town, the prairie dogs live in harmony--until a mysterious, fluorescent, very fuzzy thing (otherwise known as a tennis ball) rolls down their hole. When the prairie dogs discover that they can pluck and pull the fuzz into fabulous fashions, their fear quickly turns to curiosity, then delight, then pure greed.

The frenzy that erupts threatens to tear apart the prairie-dog town forever. But when mean ol' Big Bark is kidnapped after taking all the fuzz for himself, the prairie dogs come to the rescue and remember the true meaning of community.

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LOVE IT!.......2007-09-16

I first read this book at a teacher workshop and fell in love with the story and the varied page formats. (Some pages unfold vertically to show the underground tunnels!) This is not only a fun book to look at, the kids giggled all the way through it as the plot unfolded. This could be used in reader's workshop to teach point of view, predicting, inferring, sound effects, or it could also be used to spur a discussion on friendship and cooperation. We did an author study on this sister authir/illustrator pair and the students love how they have a sense of humor and are a bit silly in their stories. I LOVE IT TOO! :O)

My kids teacher suggested this one!.......2007-05-02

This was a fun book! A dog drops a tennis ball down a hole which turns out to be the entrance to a prairie dog community. It surprises and scares them. They gather around chattering about to do; that is until Big Bark appears. He is a rather large prairie dog who has a bottle cap for a hat. Before he can do anything little pip squeak jumps forward and picks off some fuzz and starts playing with it. Pretty soon the whole colony starts playing with the fuzz and things get crazy. Soon more and more prairie dogs show up wanting fuzz and it runs out. Then they start fighting over it!

We liked this book and it's been a bedtime book every night since we bought it. The artwork is good and I think the author gave a funny presentation to the personalities of Prairie dogs. I particularly liked Big Bart's run in with an Eagle. "No more Big Bark! The crowd cheered "Yaaaaay!" "Don't yaaaaaay! He's one of us!" yelled Pip.

Again a great story and I can see the book will be well loved by my girl.

Fun to read.......2007-03-14

This is such a cute and clever story. It's great to see how all of the prairie dogs come together at the end. We have had this for awhile and both of my girls (4 and 7) still consider it a favorite.

The Great Fuzz Frenzy.......2006-11-06

This book was a joy to read. The illustrations were priceless. I never knew that prairie dogs were so much like humans!

a wonderful gift for any age "kid".......2006-10-12

This is a perfectly wonderful concept with super illustrations just waiting for a touch from the reader. It is impossible to read this book without laughing. Underlying lessons are as easy to take as a spoonful of sugar making the medicine go down!

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What a wonderfully funny story!
Entertainment at it's finest
Little Boys Love It
Great book!
Wonderful, funny book!

The Dirty Cowboy
Amy Timberlake , and Adam Rex
Manufacturer: Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR)
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ASIN: 0374317917

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This ol’ boy needs a bath!

After he finds a tumbleweed in his chaps and the numerous bugs buzzing around him affect his hearing, the cowboy decides it’s time to head to the river. Once there, he peels off all his clothes and tells his trusty old dog to guard them against strangers. He takes a refreshing bath and emerges clean as corn – but so fresh-smelling that his dog doesn’t recognize him! Negotiations over the return of the clothes prove fruitless. A wrestling match ensues in a tale that grows taller by the sentence, climaxing in a fabric-speckled dust devil.

Amy Timberlake has inserted a Western twang into this tale of filth and friendship, and Adam Rex has found many creative means of bodily concealment in his expressive, comical paintings.

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What a wonderfully funny story!.......2007-09-08

My 3 year old thinks that this is the greatest book ever written. The story is engaging and the illustrations are priceless. My husband and I would read this story even if we didn't have kids. It's awfully hard not to like the dirty cowboy or his dog.

Entertainment at it's finest.......2006-11-05

This book is your basic, down to earth, cowboy story. It is sure to tickle any child that you read it to, and entertain you too. The illustrations are wonderful and the story unique.

Little Boys Love It.......2006-03-09

I bought this for my nephew's 4th birthday and he asks to have it read over and over. All of the adults who have read it laugh out loud. It's absolutely wonderful.

Great book!.......2006-01-16

Amy Timberlake's Dirty Cowboy is now my favorite picture book. I have started using this as a read aloud for my students at school and they love the illustrations!
The Cowboy goes to take his yearly bath at the creek only to find that once he is super clean his "Dawg" no longer recognizes him. It is a humorous tale as the Cowboy and Dawg fight for the clothing.

Wonderful, funny book!.......2004-02-28

This book is highly entertaining and clever. We love it!

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Voices in the Park
Voices
"VOICE" Lesson for 6 Traits
Point of View
Unique story that will make you think.

Voices in the Park
DK Publishing , and Anthony Browne
Manufacturer: DK CHILDREN
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 078948191X

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I called his name...I settled on a bench...I was amazed...I felt really, really happy...Four people enter a park, and through their eyes we see four different visions. There's the bossy woman, the sad man, the lonely boy and the young girl whose warmth touches those she meets. As the story moves from one voice to another, their perspectives are reflected in the shifting landscape and seasons. This is an intriguing, many-layered, enormously entertaining book that demands to be read again and again.

Customer Reviews:

Voices in the Park .......2007-09-26

This product reached me in great time and in excellent condition. I would definitely purchase something from this seller again.

Voices.......2007-09-22

This is a great book to show children a different perspective of a single situation.

"VOICE" Lesson for 6 Traits.......2007-06-28

This is the PERFECT book to use for teaching VOICE in a 6 Traits writing classroom or in a Writer's Workshop classroom. The students could follow up after hearing the book with a lesson about each voice and how it was unique. Fold a sheet into fourths and have them write each voice in a square. Then, have them write their own story using at least 2 different voices. I love this book and my daughter was very interested in it.

Point of View.......2007-05-09

My 8 year old daughter introduced me to Anthony Browne. We have now collected many of his books, which are beautifully drawn and always carry a message. I love the fact that this book introduces the concept of point of view which I consider to be a rich literary tool, and introduces it in a way that my 8 year old grasps and is intrigued by. We will look for more Anthony Browne!

Unique story that will make you think........2007-03-29

Voices in the Park is not your typical book. There is no plot, as such. The afternoon's events are told by 4 different characters and clearly you will see that each one has a very different outlook. This is a good book to open to discussion with children that things are not always as they seem, that one person's fun is another person's bother, and to be mindful of our differences is what can hopefully connect us.

Not what i call a 'feel-good' book. Its not fluffy. This is a story that will bring about thought and discussion.

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Fun for all poodle lovers
Great!
Adorable New Children's Book
Poodlena

Poodlena
E.B. McHenry
Manufacturer: Bloomsbury USA Children's Books
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ASIN: 1582348243

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Poodlena is a star. Every day she powders and pinks herself to perfection. And every day she parades through the park, keeping clean and perfect. One day, after a heavy rain, another dog knocks poor Poodlena right off the path and into a giant mud puddle. The mud is dirty and icky. . . and so much fun! Now Poodlena still primps and pinks herself close to perfect-but she always saves time for playing with friends, too!

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Fun for all poodle lovers.......2005-07-21

I guess that the best way to describe this book is as a cross between Eloise and Dr. Seuss.
The illustrations are adorable and I wish that I could have a print to frame of Poodlena primping and "pinking" herself up.
This is a darling little book that I would recommend to all poodle lovers, young and old. [If you've never been owned by a poodle you wouldn't understand.]

Great!.......2005-02-01

This is one of the best children's books I've come across for this age range. The perfect gift for a little girl, especially if she loves PINK (all the pages are very pink).

Adorable New Children's Book.......2004-09-02

Ms. Poodlena Pompadour, a poofy, pink poodle, lives quite the life in a high-rise apartment on the very top floor, in a beautiful big city. Every day Poodlena has a crew of stylists come into her high-rise apartment to primp her up. They poof her, and pink her, and fluff her right up. Then, she is taken to the park at three quarters past four everyday, where, as opposed to playing, like the other dogs who visit the park daily, she parades by them on the walking trail, making sure to never get messy. However, by doing this, Poodlena never has the opportunity to have any fun, for you must get a bit dirty to have some fun. So, after a long rain, Poodlena gets all puffed up, and heads to the park, where she is promptly knocked into the mud by a dog chasing a ball. It is only then that Poodlena realizes that she would have much more fun if she spent less time poofing, and more time playing.

E.B. McHenry has created an enchanting new character in POODLENA. Told in a wonderful rhyming prose, and filled with wonderful illustrations, featuring various pink puffs and swirls, and pink little curls, POODLENA is sure to become a hit with children. A must-have on the bookshelf for any family, whether you have children or not.

Erika Sorocco
Book Review Columnist for The Community Bugle Newspaper

Poodlena.......2004-07-09

Poodlena Pompadour, the dainty pink puddle, lives a rather glamorous life-style on the top floor of a high-rise. Her male owner fluffs her cotton candy-like head of hair, which is of course pink, as well as, powders and perfumes her each day before her afternoon play time at the park. Much too stunning to join in with the other dogs in their rough games, Poodlena simply remains spotless on the sidewalk. After a heavy rainfall an unforeseen twist occurs that alters Poodlena's prissy routine.
E. B. McHenry's charming story is definitely a girly-girl book. With the powder pink pages and countless beauty supplies many girls will be able to relate to the primping that Poodlena endures. The surroundings appear French, from the manuscript font to Poodlena's owner's attire. The song-like verse and softly painted illustrations are remarkable. E. B. McHenry's writing style resembles David Kirk of the Miss Spider books. E. B. McHenry writes in four-line rhyming verses, similar to Mr. Kirk, to tell the frilly life of "little miss" Poodlena, whose daily regimen keeps her pristine.

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A New Dog in Town

Tippy Lemmey is no ordinary dog. Not only is he the only dog Leandra, Paul, and Jeannie have ever met with a first and a last name, he's a living, breathing monster! When they ride their bikes, he chases them, snapping at their heels. When they run, he runs. If they cross the street, he follows. There's no getting away from him -- over him or under him. He's their number one enemy.

Leandra, Paul, and Jeannie try to come up with a plan to stop Tippy Lemmey, but nothing works. But then Tippy does something totally unexpected, and the kids realize that maybe he's not their enemy after all.

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Sweet story.......2004-10-13

Patricia C. McKissack always has a story worth telling. This is a lovely little tale about three children who are trying to cope with a mean neighborhood dog. Tippy Lemmey is a dog with a first AND last name and he is chasing them and snapping at their heels as they pass his turf. I loved the kids inventiveness as they try to out think and out run the dog. The children do not wish the dog harm even though he is making their life a misery. The story has a nice resolution, which is a relief--I always worry about "dog" stories (à la No More Dogs by Gordon Korman) With only 64 pages this is a perfect book for those children transitioning to "chapter books."

That New Animal (Boston Globe-Horn Book Honors (Awards))

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Great book for kids and adults
Great for
Funny and True to Life
Puppy love
ADJUSTMENTS, ADJUSTMENTS ! IT'S ALWAYS SOMETHING.

That New Animal (Boston Globe-Horn Book Honors (Awards))
Emily Jenkins
Manufacturer: Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR)
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ASIN: 0374374430
Release Date: 2005-02-24

Book Description

A new baby changes everything . . . for two dogs

FudgeFudge does not like that new animal. Marshmallow does not like it either. Not even a little bit. So begins this forthright, hilarious, and boldly illustrated story about two dogs that see the arrival of a new baby as a huge problem. They don't like the way that new animal smells or the way the people just sit and stare at it, forgetting all about FudgeFudge and Marshmallow. They have to do something about it, but what? Then one morning a stranger named Grandpa arrives, and he wants to hold that new animal. Instantly FudgeFudge and Marshmallow know they can't allow that. Why? they ask each other. Because, by now, that new animal has become their new animal.

A picture book that speaks with wise and knowing humor to every parent and child who has welcomed or resisted an addition to the family.

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Great book for kids and adults.......2007-05-13

Fudge Fudge and Marshmellow deal with their feelings of change when new "animal" arrive. Entertaining and thoughful.

Great for .......2007-02-03

This book cracked us up. We got it for our [...]who will be welcoming a new baby brother or sister into our home any day now. Of all of the different books we got from the library on welcoming a new sibling into the home, this was our favorite.

We also have a furry member of our family (Daisy, a Golden Retriever) so we can relate to the puppies in this story too. FudgeFudge and Marshmallow just couldn't help but be naughty in the story because of their jealousy of "that new animal". Sometimes you wonder what goes through the minds of our furry little friends. This book gives you a glimpse of that!

My cousin is pregnant with her first baby and this book is absolutely perfect for her and her husband because they have two naughty puppies at home right now! I just ordered her a copy. I think this book is especially appropriate for the "parents" of dogs who are getting ready to welcome a baby of the "human" kind into their home! It is a very cute story and well-illustrated.

Funny and True to Life.......2005-11-04

This book made my husband and I laugh out loud as he read it to our 3 year old daughter. She loves it, too. If you had dogs, then had a baby, you need this book. Now we know what our dogs were really thinking. A children's book that is charming without being sappy.

Puppy love.......2005-03-30

Who said it's a dog's life? FudgeFudge and Marshmallow may be man's best friends, but life gets ruff when a new baby puts them in the doghouse faster than you can say, "down, girl!" But they're not going to roll over and play dead. They plot revenge, until Grandpa shows up and becomes a bone of contention.

Hah! I'm so punny, I just kill myself. Hey, if there are books to get siblings used to the idea of having a new baby around, why not one for your mutts? Although Jenkins says she has no dogs of her own, her depictions of their distress and jealousy certainly have bite.

Pratt stretches the figures to funny, whimsical sizes, and the fuzzy brushstrokes and bright colors add an upbeat touch even as the dogs go barking mad. This one'll tickle you down to your funny bone, and teach an older sibling that no, you can't bury your baby sister in the backyard.

(Sorry about the puns. I just couldn't help myself. I'm through now.)

ADJUSTMENTS, ADJUSTMENTS ! IT'S ALWAYS SOMETHING........2005-03-22

FudgeFudge and Marshmallow ruled the roost, more or less. They received a great deal of attention from the man and woman to whom they belonged, so basically they were two happy dogs. That is until a new animal came to live at their house. They do not like this intruder one bit.

For starters, he didn't smell at all like a dog, and people didn't play with them any more - no sticks to chase or tossed balls to run after. People just sat and looked at the new animal. The intruder took FudgeFudge's spot on the couch, and no one even noticed that Marshmallow was showing his tummy, ready to be scratched.

To add insult to injury, when Marshmallow whines, someone tells him to be quiet. And, when FudgeFudge barks, he's sent to the corner. But, when the new animal cries it is cuddled and kissed. How ridiculous!

Of course, the new animal is a baby. The two dogs simply do not know how to deal with this member of the family. It takes a visit from Grandpa to straighten things out.
Youngsters will laugh at the dogs' reaction to the baby, and many will probably relate to the changes that occur when a new person joins the family.

- Gail Cooke

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Dull
wonderful evocation of chinese american childhood
One of the best multicultural books I read this year
A tiny jewel of a book
Great for any girl seeking her cultural identity

The Year of the Dog
Grace Lin
Manufacturer: Little, Brown Young Readers
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ASIN: 0316060003

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Its the Chinese Year of the Dog, and as Pacy celebrates with her family, she finds out that this is the year she is supposed to find herself. As the year goes on, she struggles to find her talent, makes a new best friend, and discovers just why the Year of the Dog is a lucky one for her after all. Universal themes of friendship, family, and finding ones passion in life make this novel appealing to readers of all backgrounds. This funny and profound book is a wonderful debut novel by prolific picture book author and illustrator Grace Lin, and has all the makings of a modern classic.

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Dull.......2007-07-18

This book was so dull that I couldn't finish it. There was no hook, no adversity for the protagonist, and the story was dull. The writing is average at best. I kept hoping it would get better, but it didn't.

wonderful evocation of chinese american childhood.......2007-06-27

really enjoyed this chapter book, and can't wait to read it to my daughter. simply and warmly told.

One of the best multicultural books I read this year.......2006-12-30

The Year of the Dog would be a GREAT read aloud or literature circle book in second through fifth grade classrooms. Teachers and children can discuss: "What culture(s) are you a part of" and "How do you feel about trying to fit in?" Grace's mom shares wonderful short stories throughout the book to help Grace learn and understand where she is from.

But my favorite thing about this book is that I can use it as a mentor text to teach writing. Grace struggles coming up with a writing idea (as many kids do) and experiences writer's block. She finally realizes that she should write about her own life as a Chinese-American. Grace talks about the many revisions she has to make as she writes her picture book. This book is a must for elementary teachers.

A tiny jewel of a book.......2006-07-02

This year I have decided to read as many really good children's books published in 2006 as humanly possible. This means that I pay particularly close attention to the books my co-workers (other children's librarians) promote loudly. One of the first titles this year that received such promotion was a little politely perfect story by the name of, "The Year of the Dog". So delicate as to come across as almost fragile, this is one of those books that makes stories out of a minimum of words. You will not find any excess to this story. No long-winded exposition or sentences written solely for the purpose of filling the page. Instead, this is a finely honed and delicately crafted title that is bound to be enjoyed by vast hoards of children, should it ever fall into their hands. You job? See that it does.

It's the Year of the Dog, and Pacy has just learned that this is the year she's supposed to "find herself" and make new friends. This means that a person will need a lot of luck, and fortunately she has that in spades. For example, there's a new girl in school. A new girl who's exactly Pacy's age and who, just like her, is Taiwanese-American. Her name is Melody and instantly she and Pacy become best friends. Together, the two experience everything from school tryout and a book contest to figuring out which boy they like and what to dress up as for Halloween. As the year goes by, there's plenty to do and plenty to learn.

What really gives this book a push past other children's books out there is just how kid-friendly it is. Whether she's discussing a science fair project or trying out for the school play, Lin seems to have an uncanny knack for tapping into the heads of children. The characters befriend one another, have small fights, and go through the usual steps of kids of that age. There is a gentleness to Lin's storytelling too. You know that when the new Taiwanese girl comes to class, she's not going to reject Pacy's advances for friendship. And then there are the tiny pen-and-ink drawings that illustrate the story. From the step-by-step instructions of "How to draw a dog" (the same one you see on the book's cover) to The Wizard of Oz curtain call or a single twinkie, Lin's pictures fill out a precise little story with precise little illustrations.

Now I made the serious mistake of reading, "The Year of the Dog", while my plane sat for four hours on a New Orleans tarmac through both lunch and dinnertime. I would like to advise you to never ever read this book if your tummy is grumbling. From the moment the book opens on Chinese New Year to feast after feast after feast, you're going to find your salivation glands filling mighty fast while reading this story. Have you ever read the descriptions of food in the Laura Ingalls Wilder's, "Little House" books? Well that's the kind of evocative description you're going to discover when Lin talks about some of the tastiest Taiwanese dishes out there.

For Taiwanese kids growing up in America, it's tough to figure out the politics of something as simple as their own culture. Are they Taiwanese? Chinese? Lin does a magnificent job of simplifying the situation for children without downplaying the importance of the topic or making it seem unimportant. She even makes the daring choice of having her main character teased for not being Taiwanese enough. Issues like this are given enough room so that the kids reading the book can think through the difficult situations and maybe find fault with the narrator's perceptions. For example, Pacy at one point says that could never be a character in the school production of, "The Wizard of Oz", because who's ever heard of a Taiwanese munchkin? Lin shows this to be a silly concern without having some didactic character push their way onto the page and deliver the obligatory you-can-be-whatever-you-want-to-be speech all too common in children's literature. Consider this author capable of something a little classier and a little smarter than great grand sweeping statements such as that.

It's rare to find any book as small and intelligent as this little novel. For those readers who like chapter books but still need pictures, "The Year of the Dog" fills a definite need. Probably one of the more beautiful books to come out this or any other year. It's required reading.

Great for any girl seeking her cultural identity.......2006-03-22

Grace Lin's debut novel, "The Year of the Dog", centers around a little girl named, well, Grace Lin. The author admits this book is based on her childhood as a budding artist and Taiwanese American growing up in Upstate New York.

"...this is the book I wished I had growing up," Lin relates on the back cover flap.

The clever storyline interweaves old traditions with new ones. The book is structured with stories inside of stories. Interludes such as "How My Name Changed from Pacy to Grace" and "Mom's First Day of School" meld backstory with the plot of a remarkable little girl with a big heart.

What makes this book highly relatable to young girls is the protagonist's real-life quest to find herself. Using the Chinese Year of the Dog as the framework for the story, Lin builds the book around an entire year filled with celebrations, school projects and relationships.

I would have liked to see more external dialogue about how others viewed the little girl, Grace. The author made it sound as if only the protagonist herself was conflicted. I was left wondering if her non-Asian classmates, teachers and community were always as accepting of her as she portrayed them to be. She dismissed this topic by creating her best friend, Melody Ling, the only other Asian-American girl in school.

As a non-Asian American, I found the illustrations enlightening. For instance, Lin depicts her grandmother with her tiny feet which, according to Chinese tradition, had been bound as a child. She shows the picture of a pioneer doll which no doubt had blonde hair and blue eyes. The classic misunderstanding of what both mother and daughter mean by a china doll underscores the painful realization of being caught between several cultural worlds.

This book is instructive and empowering for young girls. I recommend it as a resource for anyone struggling to find herself in today's motley world.

Christine Louise Hohlbaum, American author of "Diary of a Mother" and "SAHM I Am: Tales of a Stay-at-Home Mom in Europe", lives near Munich, Germany, with her husband and two children. Subscribe to her parenting newsletter at http://www.diaryofamother.com.

Homoeopathic Medicine for Dogs: A Handbook for Vets and Pet Owners

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Homeopathic Med. for Dogs
Have relied on this one for years!
Covers Wide Range of Canine Ailments
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Homoeopathic Medicine for Dogs: A Handbook for Vets and Pet Owners
Hans G. Wolff
Manufacturer: C.W. Daniel Company, Limited
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ASIN: 0852072872
Release Date: 2004-12-02

Book Description

Both veterinary surgeons new to homoeopathy and dog owners with no specialized medical knowledge will find this a practical and handy guide to the use of homoeopathic medicine in the treatment of canine ailments.

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Homeopathic Med. for Dogs.......2006-11-06

I bought this book to use as a reference. Some who don't understand homeopathy, find it hard to comprehend that what is used on humans can also be used on our four legged friends. With this I can show that this is what is needed and here is the verification

Have relied on this one for years!.......2005-10-16

We breed dogs in Germany and have relied on this book for years. It has helped many of our dogs. The information is easy to find and comprehensive.

It does help to read a general book on homeopathy first, but it is a great reference when it comes to every day issues.

Covers Wide Range of Canine Ailments.......2000-07-23

Like other books on homeopathy, this book is best used together with a comprehensive materia medica. It's important to keep in mind that the listed remedies are suggestions only and may or may not fit the individual patient's symptom picture. Having said that, this book covers a wider range of ailments than most books on veterinary homeopathy. The introduction to homeopathy section, however, is very brief and there is little information on taking a case and selecting the correct remedy, so this is not the best book for someone new to homeopathy (check out books by Dr. Don Hamilton or Dr. Christopher Day first).
In addition to the guide to canine ailments, there are descriptions of thirteen constitutional types, excerpts from readers' letters, and some interesting essays on veterinary homeopathy including one on homeopathic alternatives to vaccinations.

A book I couldn't live without.......2000-01-25

I actualy refer to the german original (12th edition) published in Stuttgart in 1998, supposing the english version has the same content.

This book has helped me and my chows overcome quite a few problems when I didn't feel comfortable with the sometimes "radical" solutions offered by my vet. A short introduction to the subject helps the newcomer to orientate himself - the rest is built up according to body regions, making it easy to find what you are looking for. A glossary of substances and a separate section on selected examples end this serious, yet simple reference work. I recommend it !

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