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The Kite Runner Illustrated Edition

Khaled Hosseini

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A deluxe collector's edition of the phenomenally bestselling The Kite Runner, filled with striking and memorable photographs that bring Khaled Hosseini's compelling story to life.

Since its publication in 2003, The Kite Runner has shipped over four million copies and spent more than two years on the New York Times bestseller list. Taking us from Afghanistan in the final days of the monarchy through the horrific rule of the Taliban, The Kite Runner is the heartbreaking story of the unlikely and inseparable friendship between a wealthy Afghan boy and the son of his father's servant, both of whom are caught in the tragic sweep of history. Published in the aftermath of America's invasion of Afghanistan, Khaled Hosseini's haunting writing brought a part of the world to vivid life that was previously unknown.

Now this beautifully produced, collectible hardcover enhances Khaled Hosseini's story with unforgettable color and black-and-white photographs of the people of Afghanistan and their surroundings, further illustrating the world in which the story is set and heightening the already powerful experience of reading this incredible book.

The Secret Life of Bees

Sue Monk Kidd

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Total reviews: 1465 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

gripping tale 5 out of 5 stars.
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Sue Monk Kidd tells a story of love and understanding that forgives an era and sheds light on true intrinsic human emotions that are our shared legacy , no matter what the color is of ones skin .

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Sue Monk Kidd's ravishing debut novel has stolen the hearts of reviewers and readers alike with its strong, assured voice. Set in South Carolina in 1964, The Secret Life of Bees tells the story of Lily Owens, whose life has been shaped around the blurred memory of the afternoon her mother was killed. When Lily's fierce-hearted "stand-in mother," Rosaleen, insults three of the town's fiercest racists, Lily decides they should both escape to Tiburon, South Carolina--a town that holds the secret to her mother's past. There they are taken in by an eccentric trio of black beekeeping sisters who introduce Lily to a mesmerizing world of bees, honey, and the Black Madonna who presides over their household. This is a remarkable story about divine female power and the transforming power of love--a story that women will share and pass on to their daughters for years to come.

What to Expect the First Year

Heidi Murkoff

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Total reviews: 401 Average rating: 3.5 of 5

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Everything new parents need to know about the care (and feeding) of an infant, from the authors of What to Expect® When You're Expecting. Covers monthly growth and development, feeding for every age and stage, sleep strategies that really work.

Filled with the most practical tips (how to give a bath, decode your baby's crying, what to buy for baby, and when to return to work) and the most up-to-date medical advice (the latest on vaccines, vitamins, illnesses, SIDS, safety, and more).

Reassuring Answers to Hundreds of Questions:

• What's the best kind of car seat for my newborn?
• How do I know if my baby's getting enough to eat?
• How can I tell if my baby is really sick? When should I call the doctor?
• Should I sign my baby up for classes?
• Should I be worried that my baby isn't crawling yet?
• How do I cope with my colicky baby?

The only book on infant care to address the physical as well as the emotional needs of the entire family.

Top Gun (Wings of Gold, No 4)

T. E. Cruise

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Total reviews: 343 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

Great sound, poor video 2 out of 5 stars.
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Well, this was really a mixed bag for me. Top Gun was always one of my favorite movies growing up, and I've owned it on VHS, DVD, and now Blu-Ray. The lack of aspect ratio information on the box is quite telling, as there is no TRUE widescreen - all video is letterboxed, even on a 16:9 HD LCD TV. The "widescreen" is simply a cropped version of the full screen edition, with black bars. This was very disappointing to me, as I was hoping for some full 1080 F-14 action.

That said, the EXCELLENT DTS 6.1 sound track nearly makes up for the visuals. The encoding seems theater-pure, and is one of the best BD audio tracks I've heard. It's really astonishing how defined the audio is, especially the spatial effects and rumble during the flying sequences. Simply superb audio.

Hopefully, Paramount can dig up a better quality version of the master and give us a TRUE widescreen, full HD experience for Top Gun. Until then, this is the best that we've got.

top gun 5 out of 5 stars.
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all i can say is do not buy anything from amazon. com because although this one came we ordered season 4 of two& a half men they shipped it twice or at least they said they did after waiting 3& a half months for the dvd to arrive it never did their customer service was very rude and were either unable & unwilling to help us with this matter we went to wal mart & picked it up with no problem & it only took them one week to get it for us amazons service stinks.

Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West (Harper Fiction)

Gregory Maguire

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Total reviews: 1538 Average rating: 3.5 of 5

Just plain boring. 1 out of 5 stars.
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Never have I have struggled so much trying to finish a book. Finally I gave up, because frankly, I just didn't care anymore.

The author spends way too much time describing every nook and crany of the scene to the point of being boring, and then leaves little to say about the actual characters. The story also jumps around so much it's hard to follow. As soon as it gets somewhat interesting, the story jumps to a new time and place, with all new characters with no history.

I really wanted to like the book, and gave it multiple chances, but it was just not for me.

Editorial Review:

When Dorothy triumphed over the Wicked Witch of the West in L. Frank Baum's classic tale, we heard only her side of the story. But what about her arch-nemesis, the mysterious witch? Where did she come from? How did she become so wicked? And what is the true nature of evil?

Gregory Maguire creates a fantasy world so rich and vivid that we will never look at Oz the same way again. Wicked is about a land where animals talk and strive to be treated like first-class citizens, Munchkinlanders seek the comfort of middle-class stability and the Tin Man becomes a victim of domestic violence. And then there is the little green-skinned girl named Elphaba, who will grow up to be the infamous Wicked Witch of the West, a smart, prickly and misunderstood creature who challenges all our preconceived notions about the nature of good and evil.

Ansel Adams 2009 Wall Calendar

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• Size: 15 1/2" x 12 1/2"
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Total reviews: 12 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

adams wall calender 5 out of 5 stars.
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I really like this calendar. There is plenty of room to write different events, birthdays etc.

A Splendid Collectible Photo Exhibition 5 out of 5 stars.
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Exceptionally high quality printing makes each of these Ansel Adams black and white prints suitable for subsequent framing, the large 12 months photos match well with the seasons and the layout is superb. Consider buying several. As soon as the current year goes out of print, prior years calendars become increasingly valuable collector items. This has become an annual tradition and splendid photo exhibition. They are shipped to arrive flat and safe. I bought three.

Ansel Adams Calendar 5 out of 5 stars.
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I always look forward to this calendar. Adams has been an inspiration to several generations of photographers. His photographs set the standard for many of us.

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The latest edition of the Ansel Adams wall calendar reproduces, in impeccably printed duotone, thirteen breathtaking images by the master photographer, chosen to reflect the changing seasons. With a mix of well-known and less familiar photographs of the American West, this splendid calendar will delight loyal fans of the previous twenty-four calendars, as well as attract new buyers.

Liberty versus the Tyranny of Socialism: Controversial Essays

Walter E. Williams

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In unyielding defense of personal liberty

In this selected collection of his syndicated newspaper columns, Walter E. Williams once again takes on the left wing's most sacred cows with provocative insights and brutal honesty. He offers his sometimes controversial views on education, health, the environment, government, law and society, race, and a range of other topics, always with an uncompromising reverence for personal liberty and the principles laid out in our Declaration of Independence and Constitution.

Do we want socialized medicine? Do peace treaties produce peace? What's wrong with education? What's discrimination? Do we really care about children? Is this the America we want? Williams answers these and other provocative questions with his usual unflinching candor. Although many of these thoughtful, hard-hitting essays focus on the growth of government and our loss of liberty, many others demonstrate how the tools of free market economics can be used to improve our lives in ways ordinary people can understand - not just in the realm of trade and the cost of goods and services but in such diverse areas as racial discrimination, national defense, and even marriage.

Mrs. Astor Regrets: The Hidden Betrayals of a Family Beyond Reproach

Meryl Gordon

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A riveting look behind the gates of the house
of Astor as a famous family falls apart in public

The fate of Brooke Astor, the endearing philanthropist with the storied
name, has generated worldwide headlines since her grandson
Philip sued his father in 2006, alleging mistreatment of Brooke. And
shortly after her death in 2007, Anthony Marshall, Mrs. Astor’s only
child, was indicted on charges of looting her estate. Rarely has there
been a story with such an appealing heroine, conjuring up a world so
nearly forgotten: a realm of lavish wealth and secrets of the sort that
have engaged Americans from the era of Edith Wharton to the more
recent days of Truman Capote and Vanity Fair.

New York journalist Meryl Gordon has interviewed not only the
elite of Brooke Astor’s social circle but also the large staff who cosseted
and cared for Mrs. Astor during her declining years. The result is the
behind-the-headlines story of the Astor empire’s unraveling, filled with
never-before-reported scenes. This powerful, poignant saga takes the
reader inside the gilded gates of an American dynasty to tell of three
generations’ worth of longing and missed opportunities. Even in this
territory of privilege, no riches can put things right once they’ve been
torn asunder. Here is an American epic of the bonds of money, morality,
and social position.

Hungry Girl: Recipes and Survival Strategies for Guilt-Free Eating in the Real World

Lisa Lillien

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Do you want to eat burgers, chocolate cake, frozen margaritas, fudge, and French fries--and still fit into your pants? Is life not worth living without brownies and onion rings? Do you want a surefire way to tame your cravings? From breakfast ideas and chopped salads to guilt-free junk food and cocktails, Hungry Girl recipes taste great but are low in fat and calories. Check it out!

* Eggs Bene-Chick: 183 calories
* Bring on the Breakfast Pizza: 127 calories
* Ooey Gooey Chili Cheese Nachos: 216 calories
* Big Bopper Burger Stopper: 202 calories
* Dreamy Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge: 65 calories
* Lord of the Onion Rings: 153 calories
* Rockin' Tuna Melt: 212 calories
* 7-Layer Burrito Blitz: 277 calories
* I Can't Believe It's Not Sweet Potato Pie: 113 calories
* Cookie-rific Ice Cream Freeze: 160 calories
* With easy instructions, simple steps, and hilariously fun facts and figures, Hungry Girl recipes are as fun to read as they are to make!

And when you're not in your kitchen, check out HG's 10 mini survival guides, plus tips 'n tricks that'll help you make smarter food choices anywhere, anytime!

The Food You Crave: Luscious Recipes for a Healthy Life

Ellie Krieger

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Total reviews: 140 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

Excellent 5 out of 5 stars.
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I gave this book to my wife for her birthday and she loves it! Healthy, delicious recipe. Its the gift that keeps on giving! The only thing that could have been better is if there was a photo with every recipe.

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Do you think that healthy food couldn't possibly taste good? Does the idea of "eating healthy" conjure up images of roughage and steamed vegetables? Author Ellie Krieger, host of Food Network's Healthy Appetite, will change all that. A registered dietitian, Ellie is also a lover and proponent of good, fresh food, simply but deliciously prepared. And she's not about denial--no nonfat foods here, because when you take the fat out of natural foods, in go the chemicals. Don't deny yourself butter--use a pat of it, but put it front and center on those mashed potatoes, so you can revel in it with all your senses. The Food You Crave is all you'll need to change the way you eat and change the way you feel. It contains 200 recipes that cover every meal of the day and every craving you might have. Every recipe contains a complete nutritional breakdown, as well as tips on ingredients and techniques that will keep you eating smart and eating well.