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.

Viking Ships At Sunrise (Magic Tree House 15, paper)

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MY BOY LOVES READING
Very Good Book
Viking at sunrise
READ ME!!!!!!!
Vikings

Viking Ships At Sunrise (Magic Tree House 15, paper)
Mary Pope Osborne
Manufacturer: Random House Books for Young Readers
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ASIN: 0679890610
Release Date: 1998-08-11

Book Description

Jack and Annie are off in search of another story in jeopardy, this time at a monastery in ancient Ireland. Trouble arrives when Vikings land, and Jack and Annie must find a way to escape!

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MY BOY LOVES READING.......2007-01-07

My 1st grader hates to put it down, he would rather read Magic Tree House books, than play video games. He even reads them to his class and explains the story for show and tell. In his kindergarten class the teacher would also let him read the Magic Tree House books out loud, not to give her a break, but to promote reading out loud. Great books!

Very Good Book.......2006-05-03

I read The Magic Treehouse # 15: Viking Ships at Sunrise. This book is very good. Whenever Jack and Annie want to visit a place, they point to a picture and say, "I wish to go there." Morgan sent Jack and Annie to Ireland to solve a mystery. They had many adventures. The most exciting part of the book was when the serpent rose out of the water.

I learned some interesting facts when I read this book. Ireland is a country in Europe. Each day there is a dark hour in Ireland. Vikings were very dangerous.

I would recommend this book for three reasons. It teaches you interesting things about Ireland and its history. The characters were realistic, and you can relate to them. This book was very funny. The Magic Treehouse #15: Viking Ships at Sunrise is a great book.

Viking at sunrise.......2006-03-23

I think you should buy this book because Mary Pope Osborne has great illustrations in this book.The book is about Jack and Annie.The story is set to Ireland a long time ago and they gt in truble with some vikings.You have to read the book to find out what happens.

READ ME!!!!!!!.......2006-01-20

It was about Annie and Jack going to a island trying to find civilization and they meet some monks on the island. They go to their village and look at it and vikings come. I like the part when the sea monster saves them. I did not like the beginning of the book becouse they where not at the island.

Vikings.......2005-02-02

Main Characters:
Jack- keeps a notebook, carries a backpack, likes adventures, he likes information, he likes to study, solve riddles, and is a smart boy.
Annie- She likes animals, she likes imaginary things, willing to help, encourages Jack, polite, uses clues, and she's focused.

Mission:
Jack and Annie had to find the book of the sea serpent but they don't know where to get it.

I learned that Vikings were real, and I never knew that Vikings were real. I felt excited because they saw a sea serpent, and sea serpent helped Jack and Annie.The Viking ship book reminded me of Summer of The Sea Serpent because in both books the sea serpent helps Jack and Annie.I think elementary students who like to read, who like other Mary Pope Osborne books, and who like fantasy and adventure books would love this book.

Families of County Kerry, Ireland: Over Four Thousand Entries from the Archives of the Irish Genealogical Foundation (O'laughlin, Michael C. Book of Irish Families, Great & Small, V. 2.)

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Very usefull book
Just what I needed
First on my shelf for Kerry
A Really Good Book for Research
Too much information, no direction

Families of County Kerry, Ireland: Over Four Thousand Entries from the Archives of the Irish Genealogical Foundation (O'laughlin, Michael C. Book of Irish Families, Great & Small, V. 2.)
Michael C. O'Laughlin
Manufacturer: Irish Genealogical Foundation
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0940134365

Book Description

6x9, hardbound, gold stamped @ 244 + xxvi pages. Illustrated, Surname Index. Over 4000 families of Co. Kerry are included, from ancient times to the coming of the 20th century. Copyright date is 2000.

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Very usefull book.......2007-01-05

Whilst I found this book useful possibly a few pages showing Townships would be really helpfull. An example is the Town of Sneem, it doesnt exist in the book as it was a part of different Townships. Otherwise could not fault the contents. Recommended

Just what I needed.......2003-10-03

Just what I needed- even got some info on TRALEE and early settlement. Some names had a lot of info included just on one family. Other families are just given with a location and date!

First on my shelf for Kerry.......1999-08-14

This book is the first one I go for when looking for info on Kerry families....I found 4 families the first time I read through it...If you really want some info about Kerry families that you cannot find elsewhere - this is it. Much more than a how to book - I love all the extra information !

A Really Good Book for Research.......1999-06-21

This Book was really helpful. It included census information and actual specific locations of families, and it included more families than any other source I have ever seen on County Kerry. Nothing else has this scope so it is the first book I go to for Kerry info...not another coffee table book, great for those who really want information.

Too much information, no direction.......1999-03-28

Though this book is packed with facts and surname family histories, it leaves one wondering what to do with all that information. I got lost in the vast amounts of information that has no key to finding it's source or how to apply it to my current research. It would have been to the readers advantage if this book was written to inform rather than impress.

Unsettled States, Disputed Lands: Britain and Ireland, France and Algeria, Israel and the West Bank-Gaza (Wilder House Series in Politics, History, and Culture)

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Unsettled States, Disputed Lands: Britain and Ireland, France and Algeria, Israel and the West Bank-Gaza (Wilder House Series in Politics, History, and Culture)
Ian S. Lustick
Manufacturer: Cornell University Press
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ASIN: 0801480884

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"In a major study that moves between path-breaking theorizing and analysis that is relevant to today's headlines, the author examines the process by which states expand and contract. . . . He develops a useful model of state expansion and contraction, focusing on how the issue of incorporating outlying territories is dealt with in the political arena. . . . While written before the recent Israeli-PLO agreement, this book has been made more, not less, timely by events that could only be guessed at when the author was writing this stimulating, often difficult, but ultimately very rewarding study."--Foreign Affairs

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Coffee-House
Markman Ellis
Manufacturer: Orion Publishing Group, Limited
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ASIN: 0753818981

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When the first coffeehouse opened in London in 1652, customers were bewildered by this strange new drink from Turkey—hot, bitter, and black as soot. But those who tried coffee were soon won over, and more coffee-houses were opened across London, America, and Europe. For a hundred years the coffeehouse occupied the center of urban life, creating a distinctive social culture. They played a key role in the explosion of political, financial, scientific, and literary change in the 18th century, as people gathered, discussed, and debated issues within their walls.

John Devoy's Catalpa Expedition (Ireland House Series)

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Indispensable prime source material published

John Devoy's Catalpa Expedition (Ireland House Series)
Philip Fennell , Marie King , and Terry Golway
Manufacturer: NYU Press
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The Voyage of the Catalpa: A Perilous Journey and Six Irish Rebels' Escape to Freedom

ASIN: 0814727484
Release Date: 2006-02-01

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”It's a story of rescue from the high seas as Pawling residents Philip Fennell and Marie King take readers to 1876 and the voyage of the Catalpa. John Devoy and his crew had a daring mission in mind: rescue six Irish political prisoners from the Australian coast and, in one bold move, inspire millions of Irishmen and Irish Americans. The story is gathered from the personal diaries, letters and reports from those involved in the maritime adventure.”
—Poughkeepsie Journal

"For the Irish and the Americans, for the historian and for the political analysts among us, [John Devoy's Catalpa Expedition] is a work brimming with relevance and meaning. Few will want to miss an opportunity to have it on their shelves."
—The West Australian Newspaper

”The New York authors, each a descendant of a pardoned Fenian prisoner, have recounted the adventure by valuably editing a series of original records including Devoy's diary, the ship's logbooks, and reports from Devoy's men. . . . The use of Devoy's journal, written eighteen years after the event, passionately captured the balancing act required to juggle doggedly-held differing attitudes, internal feuds, empty gestures and frustrating politics.”
—Australian Journal of Politics and History

The story of John Devoy's 1876 Catalpa rescue is a tale of heroism, creativity, and the triumph of independent spirit in pursuit of freedom. The daily log on board the whaling ship Catalpa begins with the typical recount of a crew intact and a spirit unfettered, but such quiet words deceive the truth of the audacious enterprise that came to be known as one of the most important rescues in Irish American history. John Devoy's men rescued six Irish political prisoners from the Australian coast, allowing millions of fellow Irishmen and American-Fenians, many of whom secretly financed the dangerous plot, to draw courage from the newly exiled prisoners.

Philip Fennell and Marie King tell the story from John Devoy's own records and the ship's logbooks. John Devoy's Catalpa Expedition includes an introduction by Terry Golway and the personal diaries, letters, and reports from John Devoy and his men.

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Indispensable prime source material published.......2006-08-05

The story of the Catalpa Rescue has been written about before. Over the years most books and articles on the famous rescue of the six Fenian military prisoners from Fremantle prison in Australia were pulp fiction style stories with the omissions and errors usually found in this genre. This includes the recent Peter Stevens' book "The Voyage of the Catalpa" and, the book Stevens got much of his information from, William Laubenstein's "Emerald Whaler," both of which ought to be called historical novels. Only one book until the Fennell-King publication, Sean O'Luing's out of print but excellent work, "Fremantle Mission," was actually written by an expert Fenian researcher. O'Luing drew heavily on the sources that Fennell-King have made available to us in their publication. The Fennells, who have spent many years researching the Catalpa rescue, have provided us a complete legible copy of the articles titled "The Story Of The Catalpa Rescue" from John Devoy's 1904 Irish-American nationalist newspaper, "The Gaelic American" along with significant excerpts from the minutes of a United Brotherhood (Clan na Gael) convention held in September 1877 in Cleveland (from the Catholic University of America archives) wherein a mutiny charge against Thomas Brennan, a Clan member who was part of the rescue team, was investigated.
John Devoy, editor of the Gaelic American, was the man who planned, raised the funds, and executed the mission. John Devoy had at his disposal his diary and his collection of Clan na Gael documents to refresh his memory as he writes. Many interesting episodes that are nowhere else in print come to light as Devoy describes his part in the planning and financing of the voyage. Heretofore only available on microfilm reels, the Fennells make these prime sources available to the ordinary reader. Devoy's articles include the report of the man chosen to lead the rescue mission, John Breslin. This report made to the Clan na Gael membership recounts his management of the actual rescue at Fremantle and John King's personal report of his part in the mission. King was an ex prisoner and Irish Revolutionary Brotherhood (IRB) man from Australia who boarded the Catalpa along with the rescued men for the voyage back to the United States. The footnotes given by the Fennells bring us up to date on the latest Catalpa Expedition research. As an Irish-American history researcher who has struggled through these micofilms, I find this book indispensable, as it will be for anyone interested in the Fenians, the Clan Na Gael or Irish American history.
Michael Ruddy, Union City, TN author of "Irish Army in America" (Civil War Times April 2003).

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Glorious Castles

Great Irish Houses and Castles
Jacqueline O'Brien
Manufacturer: Harry N. Abrams
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0810933659

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Glorious Castles.......2000-07-09

Irelands landscapce of beautiful rolling hills and flowing rivers plays in perfectly with the unimaginable Manor houses that it hosts. The 308 pictures in this book show many of the most historic and beautiful homes in Ireland. If the history of architecture intrests you, this is a must buy book.

True Irish Ghost Stories: Haunted Houses, Banshees, Poltergeists, and Other Supernatural Phenomena

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Spirit(al) Information.

True Irish Ghost Stories: Haunted Houses, Banshees, Poltergeists, and Other Supernatural Phenomena

Manufacturer: Dover Publications
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0486440516

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Classified by geographical area, these simple yet compelling narratives provide amazing descriptions of poltergeists and banshees, spirit-filled houses, deathbed scenes pervaded by specters, legendary and ancestral phantoms, uncanny forewarnings of death, and other unearthly experiences. A comprehensive collection of authentic ghost tales: disarming, convincing, and illuminating.

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Spirit(al) Information........2007-06-17

This book has stories that inform. In a fun
way. I like this book because I`m Irish and
It has good fun and informative stoies.
Go with God. Kevin.

In the House of Memory: Ancient Celtic Wisdom for Everyday Life

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Don't waste your money, sorry!
Ambivalent
DISAPPOINTING
The title says it all...

In the House of Memory: Ancient Celtic Wisdom for Everyday Life
Steve Rabey
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Celtic Journey: A Traveler's Guide to Ireland's Spiritual Legacy

ASIN: 0452279534

Book Description

From the land of the ancient Celts--an inspiring collection of teachings, traditions, and eternal wisdom that is as true today as it was thousands of years ago

In this uplifting book, Steve Rabey shows us how the vibrant culture and timeless spirituality of the ancient Celts can enrich our everyday lives. In the House of Memory introduces us to the basic tenets of Celtic spirituality, from its druidic origins to the coming of St. Patrick to the current worship of nature with Christian beliefs and an ageless celebration of word and song. Filled with practical experiences, blessings, prayers, myths, and excerpts from ancient texts, In the House of Memory invites us into a world of sacred mystery that is certain to enhance every aspect of our lives.

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Don't waste your money, sorry!.......2003-01-18

I wanted to like this book. However, Rabey's take on things Irish is definitely "Celtic Lite," and intended only for those who like to skim the surface, read the comic book, get the T-shirt and go home. As a leader of pilgrimage to Ireland and other destinations ..., I had hoped to use the Rabeys' books as references for my pilgrims -- but the once-over-lightly approach is suited only to the American tourist who wants to keep moving yet feel he/she's seem something worthwhile. ...

Ambivalent.......2003-01-10

I think the 1 to 5 stars spread in the 2 reviews posted at this time says a lot. The book is very good AND very poor. Very good in that it has a wealth of information and one can pick up and start reading almost anywhere and glean something. Very poor in the paper and picture quality and in the organization. It is as if the author has too much to say and so it just tumbles out. However, I did think that the scope of the book was good and the the "sidebars" were well done. The index helps; the table of contents does not. It is a fairly good book as a 2nd or 3rd book on Celtic spirituality. Start with Mitton's "Soul of Celtic Spirituality" or Bradley's "The Celtic Way."

DISAPPOINTING.......2000-08-15

I was disappointed in this book. While it is intended to be an overview of the Celtic tradition, both before and after Christianity, I found it to be annoyingly superficial. His suggestions for applying certain traits of the Celts to our lives reminded me of some really poor "self-help" books I've come across. I realize that this book just wasn't for me; but for anyone desiring an excellent introduction to the Celtic tradition and Celtic Christianity, I would highly recommend "Celtic Christianity" by Timothy Joyce. Another very good recent find was "Listening for the Heartbeat of God" by Newell.

The title says it all..........2000-05-18

In the House of Memory was a fantastic read. Well-researched and well-written, it's the kind of book that can't be fully digested in one reading. Steve Rabey does a wonderful job of bringing the reader into the time of the Celts and making him or her feel at home. I found the content to be truly inspiring. Within the pages of this book, one who is weary of modern spirituality and the shallowness of contemporary culture will find an oasis of depth and meaning. The stories of Celtic saints will challenge anyone, and Rabey's practical insights on ways to integrate their spirituality into a modern lifestyle gives the work great practical value. This is one I'll read again and again.

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What a lovely author to discover!
Love this audio book
A book with a happy ending.
Delightful cast of characters!
A delightful new author

The Tea House on Mulberry Street
Sharon Owens
Manufacturer: Putnam Adult
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ASIN: 0399152652

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Muldoon's Tea Rooms, beloved for the cozy atmosphere and luscious desserts, has started looking a bit outdated-and the same could be said about the proprietors, Penny and Daniel Stanley. After seventeen years, their marriage has started to wear a little thin, even as their old shop bustles with the energy of the customers who seek refuge from their particular dilemmas, including a perpetually dieting housewife escaping her husband's betrayal; a starstruck, struggling artist; and a mysterious woman returning after twenty years abroad to search for a long-lost someone.

Behind the chocolate cappuccinos are the stirrings of a revolution that will redefine lives, heal troubled hearts, and rock the very foundation of the humble tea house-and through it all, Penny and Daniel manage to discover what truly matters in life . . . and in love.

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What a lovely author to discover!.......2007-09-28

Stumbled upon this book and, like always, read the first few paragraphs to see if I wanted to spend time with these people. OH MY! Grabbed me right away and, terrifically, never let go. What a charming, quirky, engrossing and special little book this is. Filled with dreams and disappointments and mistakes and triumphs. Loved it. Loved it. And truly wish I had an original Brenda Brown ... or a ticket to Ireland.

Love this audio book.......2007-08-13

This was the first audio book I ever listened to. What a great introduction! It is the perfect companion for a long car trip. The book intertwines the lives of a handful of Belfast residents beautifully. Funny, sweet, and sad at times, it is always interesting and beautifully read.

A book with a happy ending........2006-08-11

The tea house in Ireland is the gathering place for the many unique customers it welcomes. The regular customers and the owners of the tea house are going through changes in their lives. Some of the changes are more dramatic than others. I found myself questioning some of the changes and cheering for the others. A very enjoybale book with happy endings for all.

Delightful cast of characters!.......2006-05-17

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It was written in the style of Maeve Binchy (this comparison is meant as a huge complement to the author). Each chapter is dedicated to a different character. Although the characters are from different walks of life and their paths wouldn't normally be to likely to cross, they all share the common demonator of the Tea House, and their various lives end up intersecting in surprising ways.

I am left wanting to read more by Sharon Owens so much that I've added her subsequent books to my wish list!

A delightful new author.......2006-02-28

The Tea Room on Mulberry Street sat in my "to be read" pile for several months. It didn't help that the person who gave it to me mentioned "she writes like that Maeve Binchy you like so much". Usually when such comparisons are made, the newcommer is lacking.....
Sharon Owens shares the same Ireland that Maeve writes about....but writes in her own unique style. Her Ireland is contained within the streets of Belfast, and the inhabitants are usually hard working, ordinary people. Ms. Owens infuses each with humanity and humor and is never condenscending. Muldoon's Tea Room has seen better days, but is the refuge for several people. Sadie, nipping in to sneak a treat or two without the disapproving comments from her husband and his parents. Brenda writing letter after letter to Nicholas Cage, as she nurses a cup of tea...all she can afford. Henry, escaping from his upwardly mobile wife and her Bronte loving group. While seeking refuge in Muldoon's he notices Rose in the flower shop across the street. Overseeing all this and more are Penny and Daniel Stanley...a married couple who run the tea room. Tea room is almost too grand a title for the bedraggled shop where Daniel perfects his cherry cheesecske and seems intent on hoarding every penny thay comes his way. Penny, at first greatful for Daniel's proposal of marriage has become weary fo his penny pinching ways and worries he married her for the tea shop she inheirited when her parents were killed. She wonders if there is a different life for her, and worries about what Daniel might be hiding. These and others provide the everyday traffic through Muldoon's. Each character is well thought out and the story lines are ubique and believeable. Shelia's storyline is especially enjoyable and the resolution of her marriage had me laughing until tears came to my eyes. I had a hard time putting the book down once I started and became really attaschd to these characters. I was sad to see this book come to an end and look forward to Ms. Owen's next offering.

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