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The ConductorThe Conductor, DVDLa Chef D'orchestre
DVD - 2021DVD, 2021
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Added Jan 23, 2023
New ScientistNew Scientist, Magazine
Magazine - 1971-Magazine, 1971-
Added Apr 29, 2021
Finding ZeroFinding Zero, BookA Mathematician's Odyssey to Uncover the Origins of Numbers
by Aczel, Amir D.Book - 2015Book, 2015
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Added Aug 11, 2019
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Enjoyable audio book which makes commuting endurable. It was sufficiently inspiring that I have purchased books by George Coedes who originally found and identified the importance of the Khmer stele K-127. There is more to this narrative than finding an old stone. It is a path of many stories.Enjoyable audio book which makes commuting endurable. It was sufficiently inspiring that I have purchased books by George Coedes who originally found and identified the importance of the Khmer stele K-127. There is more to this narrative than…
Let's Go ExploringLet's Go Exploring, BookCalvin and Hobbes
by Hingston, MichaelBook - 2018Book, 2018
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Added Jul 28, 2018
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Perhaps there is some nostalgia about this iconic strip but I really enjoyed the background information given in this book. I now want to seek out the anniversary edition and re-read those comic strips.
King and MaxwellKing and Maxwell, Audiobook CD
by Baldacci, DavidAudiobook CD - 2013Audiobook CD, 2013
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Added Jan 06, 2018
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David Baldacci tells a compelling and gripping story but unfortunately he lacks technical knowledge which is very often demonstrated in his story endings where he attempts to wrap everything up with some Deus Ex Machina like devices. It gives the feeling that the author likes to craft stories so much that the publishing house yanks it out of his hands then appoints a junior to wind up the plot. **Spoiler Alert** Blowing the oxygen bottle with a shotgun in a enclosed area which supposedly results in blowing off the trunk lid is nonsense that any arithmetic junior would catch. He should raise his game because this happens time after time. Perhaps it is a price to pay when reading or listening to Baldacci.David Baldacci tells a compelling and gripping story but unfortunately he lacks technical knowledge which is very often demonstrated in his story endings where he attempts to wrap everything up with some Deus Ex Machina like devices. It gives the…
The Art and Science of Low Carbohydrate LivingThe Art and Science of Low Carbohydrate Living, BookAn Expert Guide to Making the Life-saving Benefits of Carbohydrate Restriction Sustainable and Enjoyable
by Volek, JeffBook - 2011Book, 2011
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Added Oct 10, 2016
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This is one of the few books which is based on studies conducted by the authors over a long period. They have a good presence on Youtube if you happen to be on hold for a book. It was refreshing to get this credible book when so many are me too variations on a theme.This is one of the few books which is based on studies conducted by the authors over a long period. They have a good presence on Youtube if you happen to be on hold for a book. It was refreshing to get this credible book when so many are me too…
The Coconut Flour GourmetThe Coconut Flour Gourmet, Book150 Delicious Gluten-free Coconut Flour Recipes
by Fife, BruceBook - 2013Book, 2013
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Added Oct 10, 2016
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The author has published a coconut commercial nothing else is important. Contrary to the authors claims that coconut oil is the best cooking oil because of the high smoke point it is considerably less olive oil and others.
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Added Oct 10, 2016
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Interesting and a timely narrative which mixes current events with a speculative story line. Unfortunately 3 of the disks must have been trounced by the heel of a boot.
The Keto CookbookThe Keto Cookbook, BookInnovative Delicious Meals for Staying on the Ketogenic Diet
by Martenz, Dawn MarieBook - 2012Book, 2012
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Added Oct 10, 2016
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This is more about product placement than compiling good keto recipes. Bacon may not have carbohydrates but it is known to get its flavour from injected chemicals. Many of the recipes suggest using Hellmanns Mayonnaise - come on. Suggesting that flax be obtained from flax meal ignores the fact that cracked or ground flax goes stale within 15 minutes. Why not do it right?
Recommends the usage of artificial sweetener. Again no carbs but what are the authors priorities. The Easy Meal Assembly chart at the beginning suggests low carb high protein food. That is not keto.This is more about product placement than compiling good keto recipes. Bacon may not have carbohydrates but it is known to get its flavour from injected chemicals. Many of the recipes suggest using Hellmanns Mayonnaise - come on. Suggesting that…
All the Light We Cannot SeeAll the Light We Cannot See, BookA Novel
by Doerr, AnthonyBook - 2014Book, 2014
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Added May 01, 2016
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“All the Light We Cannot See” does describe many war situations that are not pleasant. The style of running two parallel stories is not new but shuffling the middle chapters so they are no longer chronological is distracting.
Jurassic WorldJurassic World, DVD
DVD - 2015DVD, 2015
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Added Feb 24, 2016
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ILM does outstanding computer graphics but there should be much more.
Heaven and HellHeaven and Hell, Audiobook CDMy Life in the Eagles (1974-2001)
by Felder, DonAudiobook CD - 2012Audiobook CD, 2012
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Added Feb 24, 2016
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My, my!
Whining without courage.
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Added Feb 24, 2016
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This translation has the feel of the original author. It exposes experiences that few, with any luck, will experience.
Interviews of Kim Thúy impress you with her ability to rise above events that could have crushed her spirit.
ConspirataConspirata, Audiobook CD[a Novel of Ancient Rome]
by Harris, RobertAudiobook CD - 2010Audiobook CD, 2010
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Added Feb 24, 2016
Z for ZachariahZ for Zachariah, DVD
DVD - 2015DVD, 2015
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Added Feb 24, 2016
Bad PharmaBad Pharma, BookHow Drug Companies Mislead Doctors and Harm Patients
by Goldacre, BenBook - 2012Book, 2012
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Added Jan 17, 2016
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This book along with The Great Cholesterol Myth will make you wonder about the soundness of the physicians prescriptions.
It certainly appears that institutions were setup to serve the employees and lobbying companies rather than the public.
Too bad Goldacre only has the power to influence rather than enforce laws.This book along with The Great Cholesterol Myth will make you wonder about the soundness of the physicians prescriptions.
It certainly appears that institutions were setup to serve the employees and lobbying companies rather than the…
The Great Cholesterol MythThe Great Cholesterol Myth, BookWhy Lowering your Cholesterol Won't Prevent Heart Disease-- and the Statin-free Plan That Will
by Bowden, JonnyBook - 2012Book, 2012
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Added Jan 17, 2016
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This book along with those from Ben Goldacre will make you wonder about the soundness of the physicians' prescriptions.
It certainly appears that institutions were setup to serve the employees and lobbying companies rather than the public.
Secret StateSecret State, DVD
DVD - 2014DVD, 2014
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Added Nov 17, 2015
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This a captivating political intrigue. Plays the short term Machiavellian players against the visionary who appears to be guided by principles. It would be great if they had left options for a sequel.
InvictusInvictus, DVD
DVD - 2010DVD, 2010
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Added Nov 17, 2015
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An inspiring movie that develops a theme by example rather fast paced empty talk. Clint Eastwood really crafts great movies, too bad he never figured out that he is not at his best speaking to an empty chair.
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Added Sep 27, 2015
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This is a good story which introduces many physics concepts. I don't think it is as complex and varied as I Am Pilgrim but it is not a simple whodunnit either. It is a genre like Steve Berry and also Baldacci but with better endings.
Salmon Fishing in the YemenSalmon Fishing in the Yemen, DVD
DVD - 2012DVD, 2012
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Added Sep 22, 2015
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Added Sep 21, 2015
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Mr. Hayes is a story crafter. There are many mysteries that are intertwined. The style is close to Mark Alpert, Steve Berry, and David Baldacci but more complex than Berry and much better ending than Baldacci.
It is a hard book to put down until it is finished.Mr. Hayes is a story crafter. There are many mysteries that are intertwined. The style is close to Mark Alpert, Steve Berry, and David Baldacci but more complex than Berry and much better ending than Baldacci.
It is a hard book to put down…
LucyLucy, DVD
DVD - 2015DVD, 2015
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Added Sep 21, 2015
A woman in BerlinA woman in Berlin, DVDa film
DVD - 2009 | GermanDVD, 2009. Language: German
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Added Sep 21, 2015
Dawn of the Planet of the ApesDawn of the Planet of the Apes, DVD
DVD - 2014DVD, 2014
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Added Jul 20, 2015
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They gave all their attention to the development of impressive CGI animation but forgot to write credible and consistent human characters. This could have been a good story but was botched.
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