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Big Russ and Me: Father and Son--Lessons of Lifeby Tim Russert List Price: $22.95 Available from Amazon $14.92 On 7-21-2006 
See Item's Page Product Review Veteran newsman and Meet the Press moderator Tim Russert is known for his direct and unpretentious style and in this charming memoir he explains why. Russert's father is profiled as a plainspoken World War II veteran who worked two blue-collar jobs while raising four kids in South Buffalo but the elder Russert's lessons on how to live an honest, disciplined, and ethical life are shown to be universal. Big Russ and Me, a sort of Greatest Generation meets Tuesdays with Morrie, could easily have become a sentimental pile of mush with a son wistfully recalling the wisdom of his beloved dad. But both Russerts are far too down-to-earth to let that happen and the emotional content of the book is made more direct, accessible, and palatable because of it. The relationship between father and son, contrary to what one would think of as essential to a riveting memoir, seems completely healthy and positive as Tim, the academically gifted kid and later the esteemed TV star and political operative relies on his old man, a career sanitation worker and newspaper truck driver, for advice. Big Russ and Me also traces Russert's life from working-class kid to one of broadcast journalism's top interviewers by introducing various influential figures who guided him along the way, including Jesuit teachers, nuns, his dad's drinking buddies, and, most notably, the late New York Senator Daniel Patrick Moynihan, whom Russert helped get elected in 1976. Plenty of entertaining anecdotes are served up along the way from schoolyard pranks to an attempt to book Pope John Paul II on the Today Show. Though not likely to revolutionize modern thought, Big Russ and Me will provide fathers and sons a chance to reflect on lessons learned between generations. --Charlie Williams From Publishers Weekly Meet the newsman's father in this stupendously entertaining book. The senior Tim Russert served in WWII, married and settled in South Buffalo, N.Y., worked days for the Sanitation Department, drove a night truck for the local evening paper and raised four kids. The younger Russert's memoir begins as a tribute to his dad and the lessons he taught through the years, but also takes ample time to tell how Russert junior grew up and became the moderator of Meet the Press. His neighborhood in the 1950s was tightly knit, Irish Catholic and anchored by the institutions of marriage, family, church and school. Nuns and Legionnaires shaped young Russert's character; in high school, his Jesuit instructors strengthened and solidified it. John Kennedy's short life and career still resonated when Russert began law school in 1970. He worked on Daniel Patrick Moynihan's 1976 campaign, then on the senator's staff. A friend of Moynihan provided the link that brought Russert to NBC and the Today show. He first appeared as a panelist on Meet the Press in 1990, becoming moderator in 1991. Throughout his private and public life, Russert continually turned to his father for advice, and the older man's common sense served the younger pretty much without fail. The memoir is candid and generous, so warm-hearted that readers should forgive the occasional didactic touch (and it's a soft touch). There are hard ways to learn life lessons; fortunately, readers have Russert to thank for sharing his with them. 16 pages of b&w photos not seen by PW. Copyright © Reed business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. |
Japanese Step by Step : An Innovative Approach to Speaking and Reading Japaneseby Gene Nishi List Price: $16.95 Available from Amazon $11.53 On 7-21-2006 
See Item's Page Book Description This self-study text offers a breakthrough approach for beginning learners of Japanese, as well as an indispensable reference for intermediate students. The unique study method in Japanese Step By Step teaches how to construct Japanese sentences, from the simplest to the most complex, using an easy-to-follow, step-by-step method. Also contains flow charts for verb conjugations and derivations. Book Info (McGraw-Hill) A guide for beginning students of Japanese language, and a reference for intermediate students, offering a building-block approach to learning the language. Compares key points of the language to English to facilitate understanding, with flow charts to simplify verb conjugations and derivations. Softcover. DLC: Japanese language--Textbooks for English speakers. |
Daughter of the Yellow Riverby Diana Lu List Price: $24.95 Available from Amazon $15.72 On 7-21-2006 
See Item's Page Book Description "Daughter of the Yellow River is a testament to perseverance, determination, courage, and success." – Deepak Chopra, best-selling author of Peace Is the Way "Diana Lu’s memoir effectively weaves autobiography, advice, cultural insights, and career journey to reveal what many women already know: work is intensely personal. Her self-reflection is contagious, and hopefully her perseverance will be as well." – Joanne Gordon, former Forbes staff writer and author of Career Bliss: Secrets from 100 Women Who Love Their Work "Daughter of the Yellow River is an inspiring story of a remarkable woman. From the deprivation of the Chinese Cultural Revolution to success in the Western world, it depicts the victory of determination and pluck over personal and business adversity." – James Pammenter, former director, KPMG management Consulting "This book vividly proves the power of ‘You will never know until you try.’ Diana Lu provides a simple, compelling approach to building the life of our dreams. This is an authentic road map for anyone pursuing lasting and transformational change in their lives." – Darryl Quan, chief financial officer, Image Global Impact. "Diana’s beauty masks a dynamic entrepreneur who knows what she wants to do and does it. Her life story takes her from the struggles of an impoverished childhood in china to success in a highly competitive global industry to a commitment to helping people forge their own paths to fulfillment. She shares her challenges and disappointments, triumphs and achievements, and the lessons she has learned about business and about life." – John Edward, former divisional director, Corning Incorporated. "Inspirational, motivational, and stimulating are words that describe this book. Diana Lu’s ‘can do, can achieve’ attitude makes this book a must for those who want to get more out of life. She is proof that if you are an intelligent woman dealing in a male-dominated industry, you can be successful while maintaining an air of sophistication and femininity." – Mike Yell, general manager, Fujitsu Australia & New Zealand When Diana Lu was three years old, her family was forced to leave their comfortable middle-class life in the city to live an impoverished coal-mining village at the edge of the Gobi Desert for China’s culture revolution "re-education." Life in that remote place was a constant struggle against hunger and fear. Passionate & determined, Diana resolved to create a better life based on her own talents and dreams; she turned down prestigious job after medical school. Overcoming parental & societal objections, she explored university teaching, real estate, and other fields before finding her niche as a top executive in the optical fiber industry. In 1997 Diana moved to the United States, and launched her own international enterprise, melding the Western & Chinese business cultures to work with clients globally. Operating in a competitive, male-dominated high-tech field, she achieved astounding success -- from earning $30 a month in 1993 to in ten years making sales worth hundreds of millions of dollars. This inspirational book -- part memoir, part guidebook to personal and business success -- illustrates her remarkable journey. * I am a daughter of the Yellow River. Its waters flow within me like the blood in my veins. * I didn't need to define or limit myself by the circumstances I came from -- what counted was where I was heading. * I realized that our lives will be what we choose to make them… That can be a daunting challenge, but the rewards are immeasurable.
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Speak English Like an Americanby Amy Gillett List Price: $24.95 Available from Amazon $19.49 On 7-21-2006 
See Item's Page Midwest Library Review (review refers to the Spanish edition of this book) A highly recommended self-teaching tool Dr. Vladimir Mylnikov, ESL instructor, Monterey, CA This book will serve as a great support for those who want to master contemporary conversational English. |
English Literature and Composition (Cliffs AP)by Allan Casson List Price: $16.99 Available from Amazon $11.04 On 7-21-2006
See Item's Page Book Description CliffsAP study guides help you gain an edge on Advanced Placement* exams. Review exercises, realistic practice exams, and effective test-taking strategies are the key to calmer nerves and higher AP* scores. CliffsAP English literature and Composition is for students who are enrolled in AP English or who are preparing for the Advanced Placement Examination in English literature and Composition. Inside, you’ll find hints for answering the essay and multiple-choice sections, a clear explanation of the exam format, a look at how exams are graded, and more:
Sample questions (and answers!) and practice tests give you the best preparation bang for your buck, so that you'll have plenty of time left to read more of the literature that this exam is really all about. CliffsAP English literature and Composition includes the following material to help you succeed:
This comprehensive guide offers a thorough Review of key concepts and detailed answer explanations. It’s all you need to do your best — and get the college credits you deserve. *Advanced Placement Program and AP are registered trademarks of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse this product.
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English Teacher's Survival Guide: Ready-to-Use Techniques and Materials for Grades 7-12by Mary Lou Brandvik List Price: $29.95 Available from Amazon $18.87 On 7-21-2006
See Item's Page Book Description For both new and experienced English teachers, grades 7 through 12, here is a unique time-saver and problem-solver packed with tested techniques and materials to assist you in virtually every aspect of your job, from dealing with discipline problems and handling paperwork, to teaching the writing process. Included are 175 easy-to-use strategies, lessons, and checklists for effective classroom management, and over 50 reproducible samples that you can adopt immediately for planning, evaluation, or assignments. The Guide helps you create a classroom that reflects the excitement for learning that every English teacher desires.
Included are 175 easy-to-use strategies, lessons, and checklists for effective classroom management, and over 50 reproducible samples that you can adopt immediately for planning, evaluation, or assignments. The Guide helps you create a classroom that reflects the excitement for learning that every English teacher desires. It will also show you how to practice the art of teaching English effectively and leave labor-intensive ways behind bydevising a fair grading systemcreating a positive design for disciplinedelegating tasks to students that can become learning experiences for them and time savers for youarranging the room for efficient classroom managementand more. For your convenience, the materials are printed in a big 8-1/4" x 11" lay-flat binding for easy photocopying. In addition to scores of specific activities for reading and writing activities, the Guide includes:
Included are 175 easy-to-use strategies, lessons, and checklists for effective classroom management, and over 50 reproducible samples that you can adopt immediately for planning, evaluation, or assignments. The Guide helps you create a classroom that reflects the excitement for learning that every English teacher desires. It will also show you how to practice the art of teaching English effectively and leave labor-intensive ways behind bydevising a fair grading systemcreating a positive design for disciplinedelegating tasks to students that can become learning experiences for them and time savers for youarranging the room for efficient classroom managementand more. For your convenience, the materials are printed in a big 8-1/4" x 11" lay-flat binding for easy photocopying. In addition to scores of specific activities for reading and writing activities, the Guide includes: With this resource you will gain the perspective of a master teacher in working with students as well as others— parents, colleagues, substitute teachers, administrators, and community resources— and regain or maintain the idealism that originally caused you to become a teacher.
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Ingles para Latinosby William C. Harvey List Price: $10.95 Available from Amazon $8.43 On 7-21-2006
See Item's Page Book Description Revised and updated with new phrases and vocabulary, new questions and answers, and new tables presenting basic English verbs, this favorite language-learning program is for Latinos in the United States and Canada who need to develop a practical, working use of spoken English, and who want to learn quickly and informally. Author William Harvey bypasses the dull rules of grammar and takes the practical route by presenting a series of informal conversations by speakers who converse in normal idiomatic American English. Emphasis is placed on correct pronunciation, and many helpful tips are offered, including short-cuts to clear spoken English expression and comprehension. Amusing cartoon-style illustrations help to convey understanding of English. Language Notes Text: Spanish, English |
Kaplan New SAT Writing Workbookby Kaplan List Price: $17.00 Available from Amazon $11.05 On 7-21-2006
See Item's Page Book Description Problem #1: You want to sharpen your writing skills for the SAT, but don't have a lot of time to study. We get it. Everything you need to achieve your goals on the Writing section of the SAT is in this book. No long-winded lessons. Just what you need to score higher. Problem #2: You don't know what to expect on the new Writing section. Don't worry. This book contains two entire chapters devoted to writing effective essays in the style and tone that the SAT graders want. Plus, you'll find in-depth coverage of all the topics tested in the multiple-choice section's Usage, Sentence Correction, and Paragraph Correction questions. Problem #3: Studying for the Writing section is boring. Let's face it. Studying for the SAT is never going to be a lot of laughs. But the payoff is huge -- and the tools in this book are a straightforward path to your goal. You don't have to put your real life on hold while you prepare for your future. This comprehensive workbook includes: • 3 realistic writing tests with detailed answer explanations • Strategies for avoiding common language pitfalls • Techniques for mastering the qualities SAT graders look for in a high-scoring essay • Hundreds of practice questions, drills, and quizzes to help you sharpen your skills Why Kaplan Test Prep and Admissions? When you want advice, you probably ask your friends. Or parents. Or teachers. And each of them can probably give you some good advice about taking the PSAT. So why do you need Kaplan? Because your friends, parents, and teachers probably haven't invested millions of dollars developing realistic practice exams and test-taking strategies. Kaplan has. And when a test changes, we're prepared with the most up-to-date materials. When it comes to the PSAT, your friends know what works for them, but do they know what works for you? Kaplan has helped millions of students -- all kinds of students, from perfect-score seekers to students who run screaming from algebra problems -- reach their individual goals. More than 65 years of test preparation experience -- it's all in this book. Visit kaptest.com You can find the latest information about college admissions on our website, kaptest.com. Sign up for our free email newsletter, the College Edge, and we'll keep you posted about college admissions trends and test changes. For more information, contact us at 1-800-KAP-TEST or visit kaptest.com.
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