3 comments about Classic Hunting Collectibles: Identification & Price Guide.

1. The book is well planned and organized and does an excellent job revealing Mr. Boggess' knowledge of hunting collectibles. Expert photography in combination with high grade paper stock do an outstanding job of detailing the presentations for easy identification. What a great combination if there were a follow-up book highlighting fishing collectibles!



2. Knowing author Hal Boggess, I know his knowledge is second to none in the field of hunting collectibles. The photographs are just super and the price of the book is very reasonable. Books in this same field sell for double or triple the price and not nearly as well written as Mr. Boggess.
   
   All photographs are in COLOR. Amazing. This is just what we in the sporting collectible field need. I have read this book over and over. This is just the book needed by the hunting collectible community.
   
   His current listed item values is certainly in line with the current sporting collectible market. The values are listed below each of over 1100 color photographs.



3. "Classic Hunting Collectibles: Identification & Price Guide" is an excellent and much overdo work in the field of sporting collectibles. The images are in color and covers a vast number of the most desired items sought by collectors. It is a must for any collector and/or hunting/fishing enthusiast.

5 comments about The Complete Book of Frisbee: The History of the Sport & the First Official Price Guide.

1. Don't be fooled by the title, this is not the complete book of frisbee. Ultimate only rates a couple of pages, for starters. There is nothing to speak of on throwing technique. It is not particularly well edited, either - many assertions and heresay have slipped through the net. Lots of nice pictures of collectable discs, if that's what you're into. A bit of a disappointment given the dearth of books-in-print about throwing technique and ultimate.



2. If you're buying this book as a priceguide to old or collectable frisbees, you should know this. Since the advent of online auctioning after 1998, many more frisbees have come out of the closet. Therefore, the priceguide part of the book is woefully out of date. Most collectable Frisbee prices as stated in the book are overvalued by 30-60%. I hope a revision of this book is printed soon.



3. This book is a must for anyone associated with or interested in Frisbees, golf discs and Frisbie Pie Tins. Not only does it provide a guide for determining value of many highly collectible discs, it's entertaining, well-written, and well-designed. A collector's item in its own right and I highly recommend.
   
   From a Frisbee professional, and the author of "I'm Living Your Dream Life," and "The Things I Wish I'd Said," McKenna Publishing Group



4. I love this book! It's the only one I have as a reference as to the history of Frisbee/Frisbies. I admit, the prices in my edition (1998) are out of date--they continue to go up!
   I refer to this book all the time and each time I pick up something new. It's loaded with tons of great photos. It's a MUST for any Frisbee/flying disc lover.
   I'm disappointed in the direction Wham-o has taken lately and the quality of the product they are now producing, but the history of Frisbees and the people involved along the way make this book a must-have!
   One will have a much greater appreciation for those little flying discs (no matter what they're called or whose name is on them) once they have read this book.



5. Being an old dog, I was around for much of the late 70's, early 80's history that Victor alludes to. It was great to take this look down memory lane, as well as find a lot of new information. The disc trading guide has already proved itself helpful. I strongly recommend this book for any flying disc enthusiast.

4 comments about The Bears' Christmas (Beginner Books(R)).

1. My two and a half year old son loves this book. It is all about the Berenstains bear dad giving and teaching his son to use skis, skates and a sled. Its a great father/son book. Its hilarious because the dad is so smug about teaching these things but everytime he tries to teach, he has a calamity. Basically its the Tim Taylor of Berenstain Bears books. Its also a great book for getting your child interested in winter outdoor activities.



2. When brother bear gets a pair of skies, skates and a sled for Christmas Papa bear is sure that he will be bale to show his son how to use them. This book is full of laughs!



3. I loved this book because it reminds me of my dad and me, when we used to go through out the Manhattan Trails in Grand Rapids. I loved it and my dad taught me how to ski, and snowboard there just like papa bear did to his son. I just loved it the way that they spent time together. And I cant wait to go to see my dad in the winter and we can go do the same things that we do in the winter.



4. "The Bear's Christmas" by Stan and Jan Berenstain is a fun book both you and your child will enjoy. This is one of the Berenstain books that rhymes -- I like those best.
   
   Brother bear gets a sled, skis, and ice skates for Christmas. Papa bear takes Brother bear out to show him how to use his new equipment. Papa bear tries to show Brother bear how he used to sled, skate, and ski when he was a cub. Things don't go as Papa bear plans ...
   
   My daughter and I really enjoy reading this story.

5 comments about The Handbook of vintage Cigarette Lighters.

1. Well thought out presentation of collectable lighters. Pictured items cover the gamut of beginner's basics, to extremely rare pieces that most advanced collectors will never own.

   Certainly a "must have" for all lighter collectors, and an interesting historical perspective for non-collectors.




2. This is a great book - a must have for anyone dealing in cigarette lighters. It is the only book I know of that gives such a complete over view of vintage lighters. A highly recommended read!

   Bob Brockmann New Haven, Indiana




3. More than 2o books about collectible lighters have been published in the past years. Many are focused to specific lighter manufacturers. Books with a wide content, covering many different aspects of lighter collecting are scarce and often incomplete. This book is different. It gives a new collector the optimal idea about collectible lighters of this century. Fantastic models are shown in excellent quality and there is not much missing. I am a European collector for many years and I must say this book covers the global lighter collecting quite perfectly. In addition it is both affordable and handy. Congratulation to the editors-



4. Good reference for finding lighters and knowing what you have.



5. This is a good book for vintage lighter collectors if you use it in conjunction with The Big Book of Cigarette Lighters.

5 comments about A Circle of Quiet.

1. After the first 1/4 of the book, I was unsure of where it was going. Then, after entering into "kairos" (as Madeleine refers to it as..the Greek work for time which means time not being confined) with the book, I found myself getting deeper and deeper into it.

   The first time Madeleine really goes off and tells a story of her small town and the new couple that came in and "changed" things up a bit, I started to smile. I could relate...ever so much and this made me play out my own story as I read hers. I became so involved that I forgot the time, forget what page I was on and almost forgot that I was reading. That is where I first experienced kairos with "A Circle of Quiet" and thankfully, it was a transcendent moment at that.

   I still am thinking of the title and wondering if that is wholly appropriate for a book like this. I'm not sure. I think it means something a little different to me....but again, this is subjective stuff and extremely personal. Anyone with an imagination alive enough will experience something deep and profound and beautiful and wonderful from this book. Anyone who lacks this, I would suggest rediscovering your imaginiation before entering into this book: truth is overflowing here, but when you don't believe in imagination, mystery and myth, it will be very hard to read this book and get anything out of it. :)

   Thanks again Madeleine for a wonderful read; although it took me for a loop, I'm glad where I ended up by the last page.




2. I bought A Circle of Quiet for $2 AUD at a local library and it's blessed me beyond all thinking. I agree with the reviewer below; what makes this book so tremblingly wonderful is what Madeleine L'Engle doesn't say as much as what she does. Written only a few years after the 'summer of love' COQ is both counter-cultural and counter-counter-cultural, which is to say old-fashioned. ML was about 50 when she wrote the book and the text sparkles with hard won wisdom and subversive insights but again, its what ML refuses to say that makes this work so powerful and ever-ripe. I can't believe COQ came into my hands so... providentially but it did. Beautifully written it's a work that covers a whole lot of territory: Domestic (un)bliss, raising children, being an agnostic Christian, food, sex, the counter-culture, art, education vs propaganda, creativity, friendship, the self, God, death, writing, solitude, listening, talking, reading, music, love (there's no mention of cricket, but that's OK), small town life, nature, big city life, when not to answer someone elses Big Question (always refuse) - you get the picture. Even if you have to steal a copy, get a hold of this tome and eat it!



3. A long time fan of Madeleine L'Engle, I have only recently taken to reading her autobiographical works. "A Circle of Quiet" may have been written in the 1970s, but it is every bit as relevant today as it was when L'Engle first recorded her thoughts and questions. Reading her reminiscenses and insights is almost just as good as having a one-on-one conversation with the author.
   
   In "A Circle of Quiet", L'Engle traverses vast territory including the inspiration and necessity of writing, to questions that have plagued her about faith and God. She is intelligent in her answers and able to recognize her own failings. For such a talented writer, it is amazing that L'Engle endured years of rejection. No one wanted to take a chance on stories that couldn't be categorized. While some may see L'Engle as only a children's author, she is dead-on in her insistence that there is no separation between what makes a book a good children's or adult's book. The fictional stories of imagination should appeal to all ages if they are open to discover the truths that they seek.
   
   L'Engle smartly covers so-called taboo issues and the effect that the changing nature of education and language has played on America's youth. "A Circle of Quiet" is truly a wonderful conversation with a cherished friend. Peppered with analogies of her own life and those of her friends and community, she tries to find a light in the darkness that surrounds all of us. In the end, she succeeds.



4. This book was outstanding. It is by no means a theology book, but it contains a lot of informal theology. It is basically the author's story of how one tackles the task of creative writing. Actually, it comes not so much from techniques learned, but from learning how to be in touch with who one is.



5. The first in a series of books written at Madeleine's summer home at Crosswicks, this is a gentle tale---a sweet but gutsy recollection written in Madeleine's own inimical style.

5 comments about The Feng Shui Handbook: How To Create A Healthier Living & Working Environment (Henry Holt Reference Book).

1. This is just a wonderful intro to Chinese science and philosophy. You see the glory of the Northern Lights or watch a passing thunderstorm and intuitively understand the give-and-take of energy.

   Lam Kam Chuen really strives to place Chinese science in the mainstream of Western Einsteinian physics. He isn't concerned with adjusting your dresser to cure corns. He may have an opinion on that, as might Einstein, but if that is what you're seeking, you should read Dr. Scholl's.

   This book is effective because of the brushed demonstrations of energy flows in the latter half of the book. You are free to accept or reject this approach, but I believe it is an effective approach to this cross-cultural experience.




2. One can find many misleading Feng Shui books today, claiming ancient wisdom while in reality written by modern charlatans wishing to make a buck. Not this book! "The Feng Shui Handbook" is one of the best books I have found on the subject, and it seems to be accurate and trustworthy, in addition to containing many beautiful and useful color photos and illustrations, making it a very interesting read. It is written by an authoritative master of this Chinese art which, even now, is taught in architecture universities throughout China.

   I was reading this book prior to moving into my present residence a few years ago. The book gave me practical knowledge and advice on choosing which apartment to rent, how to arrange my furniture, and how to decorate the place. The advice given is practical and makes sense. For example it points out that having a wall behind one's seat feels much more comfortable than having empty space (try it!). Another recommendation I gleaned from the book is buying a screen to partially block the front door, an experiment that made my living room much more comfortable and cozy. The end result of using this book's advice is years of enjoyment in my residence, and an endless stream of compliments by everyone who visits me about how comfortable and cozy my living space is. This in turn has contributed much to my satisfaction with life and well-being over the past few years.

   I have since used this book to rearrange my office space at work, and again the result is much more comfort and better productivity than my previous arrangement. The book gives you advice not only about positioning things, but choosing the appropriate colors and material for furniture and surroundings. I definitely will refer to this book soon when I go looking for my first house. It is the next best thing to hiring a real Feng Shui expert from China, and it works!




3. First book on Feng Shui I ever bought, must have been some 6 years ago, and it is good that it so happened, cause this boko lays down the fundamentals (5 energies, 4 animals, energy flow, cycles of change, numbers and triagrams) and then gives practical examples and modes of employing your newly acquired knowledge. After almost a dozen feng shui books bought and read, this one is still fresh and equally as good as the first time I read it.



4. I've browsed or read many different books on Feng Shui, but none of them speaks to me the way this one does. I'll admit I'm quite partial to Lam Kam Chuen, whose book on Qigong, (The Way of Energy) changed my life, and continues to impress me as the "must-have" book on qigong.
   
   In the Feng Shui Handbook, Lam uses an authentic Chinese Feng Shui paradigm (the five animals map) which is very simple, practical, and makes intuitive sense, as opposed to the mind-bending intricacies of other schools such as lo-shan, bagua, magic squares, Chinese astrology, compass directions, red strings and octogonal mirrors, which seem to me based more in superstition than practical effect.
   
   Lam's Feng Shui Handbook is the only feng shui handbook I've ever needed!



5. I bought a stack of casual feng shui books and I used them for guiding furniture placement so really, for me, it was more design than superstition that this philosophy is useful. This is by far the most readable and most engaging. I'm not crazy about the cover photo but the interior uses pastel water color illustrations to describe furniture placement and energy lines. It was a fun experience and I don't regret the purchase.

5 comments about The Concise Guide to Military Timepieces 1880-1990.

1. Well done reference book for Military Horologists. It is the first illustrated guide devoted specifically to the highly collectable field of military watches and clocks. Covers deck watches, pocket, wrist and clocks. Current prices are provided (in Sterling) for timepieces covered. This book is highly recommended to all fellow military timepiece collectors! -- Chris, chronometer.net



2. Well done reference book for Military Horologists. It is the first illustrated guide devoted specifically to the highly collectable field of military watches and clocks. Covers deck watches, pocket, wrist and clocks. Current prices are provided (in Sterling) for timepieces covered. This book is highly recommended to all fellow military timepiece collectors!



3. A good concise book with lots of quality pictures and and idea of value in sterling. A worthwhile investment for collectors. My only complaint is that it is almost completely dedicated to watches. Only a small section in the back gives any information about all the ship's, tank, airplane and other clocks of military interest.



4. -In my opinion, is an interesting book about military watches.All the explanation are good and is simple to reed.I dindn't find much information about german pilot watch of the second war two: not much about Hanhart and others watches.The same for german watches of werhmacht; you can find information about in my opinion could be longer.In general, i think is a very interesting book!!!



5. A nice book, with good photos and useful information. I am a beginner in this area, but I have to admit that the book has a lot to offer. Of course there are enough watches missing, but it is an overall good work. The prices seem to be out-of-date.
   Highly recommended, though!

5 comments about The Tin Collectors.

1. Good things about this novel:
   Dynamic (although implausible) plot, colorful usage of slangy English, the author has some trade as mass-market entertainer.
   
   Bad things:
   Constant, annoying depiction of anything Latino as practically subhuman: In this novel alone, we have hanging judges, prostitutes, gangsters and junkies all Latinos and all relishing at each other's throats.
   Constant deriding of the Spanish language itself, which is always "chattered" (never "spoken") as something menacing and substandard.



2. If you only read one book in the Shane Scully series, this book should be it! It offers a storyline unlike the same-old, same-old cop stories one gets used to.



3. i found this book on my bookshelf and read the back with prejudge disinterest. half the books i own, and there's a lot, were given to me by someone who was moving and didnt want the extra baggage. THE TIN COLLECTORS was one among many other cop novels, mysteries, and historical war novels.
   
   from page one i was hooked.
   
   Although it doesnt read in first person, i got a sense of a well-developed character almost as though i knew the guy. the quick-paced plot, love-to-hate/hate-to-love characters, the twist and turns, and my favorite: the internal cop-corruption made me glad this was just the beginning of a SHANE SCULLY series.
   
   THE VIKING FUNERAL sits half-read on my desk now.



4. Shane Scully is awoken in the night by a phone call from ex-partner's wife. Ray Molar has gone over the edge, threatening to beat his wife to death. Scully goes to calm Ray down, but instead is forced to shoot Ray dead. Things snowball quickly. Ray was a hero-cop, a favorite of the chief of police and the mayor of Los Angeles. Scully had a history with Ray's wife. But Ray was also a monster, involved in something insidious and corrupt that implicates many of the city's prominent officials. And now Scully is a target of men who have much to lose, and few scruples. They've brought in Internal Affairs, the people called the "tin collectors" to pin Scully to the wall.
   
   I grew up on a fairly steady diet of Stephen J. Cannell's television, "The A-Team" in particular. Looking back, it was a pretty silly show, but it was entertaining at the time. Nonetheless, I'd heard that Cannell's novels were a little more "grown-up." Intrigued, I decided to read his first Shane Scully novel, "The Tin Collectors." While I think Cannell's writing skills have matured since the 1980s, I have to admit, my response to his first book is not that different from my response to "The A-Team": silly but entertaining.
   
   This is not to say "The Tin Collectors" is a bad book. It is very well written and plotted. Scully is pretty fully realized as a character, fighting a battle against various powerful forces arrayed against him that he's not sure he can win, but absolutely cannot lose. He will lose his badge and face murder charges if he does lose, and of course, that's what his unseen enemies absolutely want. Ray's group of followers in the department makes their intention to harm Scully perfectly clear. His own defender in the proceedings drinks too much. His prosecutor, Alexa Hamilton, is one of the best. She's prosecuted Scully once before, and lost. That's not going to happen again.
   
   As Scully digs deeper into Ray's activities, he starts to get a sense of just how awful Ray and his cronies actually are. He soon realizes he has no choice but to seek help from the one person who has no reason to help him: Alexa.
   
   Add to that, Scully has agreed to watch Carlos "Chooch" Sandoval, the son of a police informant. Chooch doesn't have a father, and Scully naively believes he might be able to bring some stability into kid's life. Naturally, Chooch is suspicious of this cop. Cannell creates some interesting moments of character development through the Scully-Chooch relationship.
   
   Scully is completely sympathetic as he struggles to save his job and his life. Cannell tantalizes the reader with scraps of information. While there's never any doubt as to who is guilty, the how's and why's remain a maddening mystery up until the very end. The reader marvels at Scully's perseverance, and is angered at the corruption that seeks to destroy Scully (and implicitly, victimize the public). Cannell wisely makes sure Scully isn't too good and perfect. He's busted his own fair share of heads over the years. He isn't always the brightest bulb, although he's a solid cop, and he does have a strong moral compass. Even as Scully grows more desperate and does questionable things to get the truth, he is never self-righteous about bending or breaking the law. He simply accepts this as a possible cost of protecting himself.
   
   That having been said, Cannell veers bizarrely off this solid foundation when the final conspiracy is revealed. Since it's the key to the novel, I won't spoil it. I will say that my first response when the conspiracy stood revealed was: "That's ridiculous." But as I thought about it, I realized that perhaps it was not so ridiculous. First, I suspect Cannell was satirizing the Los Angeles/Hollywood community. The fact that an Arnold Schwarzenegger movie is filming in and around police headquarters, and the extreme deference the movie gets from the city, tends to bolster this. Even though, I had to ask myself "Would a city official perpetrate all manner of crime just to achieve THAT?" While it seems unlikely, I have to think about some of the shenanigans that have gone on in my city. In a place like L.A., where image counts for everything and entertainment rules all, perhaps this book isn't outside the realm of possibility. Still, after the gritty, down-to-earth beginnings of this book, the ending does seem fairly goofy.
   
   Cannell writes with amazing energy. I liked Scully, and wanted him to succeed. However, when he did succeed, it seemed a little far-fetched, which is why I can't quite give "The Tin Collectors" four starts. That having been said, I don't hate the book, and I am curious about other Shane Scully novels. Whether Cannell has written a smart satire or a silly action-adventure story, the end result is still a compulsively readable novel.



5. I read a lot of thrillers, and I found this book highly entertaining overall. Stephen J. Cannell, who is mainly known for his television work, is a surprisingly good novelist. This is a well-paced novel of suspense, and I kept turning the pages.
   
   The major downside of this book is the plot. This book starts as a realistic police procedural. LAPD detective Shane Scully is forced to shoot a fellow officer, and faces discipline from Internal Affairs. Cannell does a great job explaining this process. He obviously did a lot of research into the LAPD and its inner workings. In some ways, I thought this novel was on par with some of Michael Connelly's great work. The first half of THE TIN COLLECTORS is very realistic and gripping.
   
   Unfortunately, during the second half of this novel, Cannell pretty much throws reality out the window. This novel eventually turns into a silly "conspiracy plot" book where Scully does battle with his own Police Chief, the corrupt Mayors of two (!) separate major cities, as well as a major hollywood producer. Somehow, he single handedly brings all these people down, engages in some major gunfights, and starts a new romantic relationship in the process.
   
   In other words, this novel ends up being kind of silly, like a dumb action movie. That's okay -- a novel doesn't have to be realistic to be entertaining. And THE TIN COLLECTORS is more entertaining that a lot of novels that I have recently read.
   
   Still, I think that Cannell has the potential to write something better and more gritty than what I found in this book. I think if he set his mind to it, he could write something as good as Michael Connelly or Robert Crais. He hasn't done that with this novel, which is too bad.

5 comments about 59 Authentic Turn-of-the-Century Fashion Patterns.

1. I've been looking for a book with some illustrations of how women dressed in the 1800's. This book give its reader a number of illustrations and patterns where a crafty person, or a person with some seamstress knowledge, could create an outfit by enlarging the patterns and selecting materials that might have been used during those days. Takes a little doing, but can be done. Lots of puffy sleeved dresses and some beautiful coat patterns.



2. Great book. Thank you!



3. It only covers a few years of fashion, but if what you're looking for are patterns for women's and girl's fashions from 1890-1896, this may help you. But do note, it doesn't actually have any patterns later than 1896.



4. I liked this book because it showed many different styles of dress for women and children in the victorian age. I make victorian costumes and it now refer to it for ideas on how to make all my costumes a little different from each other. Also shows coats and many childrens clothes which are also helpful. Most of the dresses have leg of mutton sleeves but each is a variation.



5. As the book's name suggests, it has patterns from the "turn of the century". More specifically, from 1890 to 1896.
   
   The first three pages run over how to graph out a pattern, take your measurements, and adjust the pattern to fit. Basic knowledge of sewing, and a familiarity with patterns is a must. Or at the very least, you need to be a daring new sewer that isn't intimidated by challenges. The instructions are informative but brief.
   
   Each pattern has a fashion etching in black and white to illustrate the design it's based on. The etching shows trims and accessories. There is a diagram for each style that lays out all the pattern pieces needed to create it. All the measurements are listed in inches. They are clear and easy to read.
   
   There are 31 womens patterns : included are numerous sleeve layouts like two part coat, leg-o-mutton, 2 part leg-o-mutton, different fullnesses of sleeve. Several styles of skirt, one draped like the previous bustle decade, mostly three or five gore skirts, umbrella skirt. There are different collar styles, bodices cut in both princess and darted. A cape and coat pattern, etc. There is one nightgown pattern.
   
   There are 21 misses and girls costumes. They cover the same span of years. There are dresses appropriate to very small children up to teens. There is one evening dress pattern for a girl of about 5-9. There is also one pattern for drawers and one for a chemise.
   
   There are two patterns for boys. Mainly young boys. One is a pants suit, so i assume that would be for post diaper age. The other is a kilt costume.
   
   There are three mens patterns. One nightshirt, dressing gown and coat. There is no picture of the coat.
   
   My count brings me to 57 patterns, I must have missed a couple somewhere. But hopefully this will give you a good idea of the book contents. I have made some of the dresses from this book. The patterns work out well, however to create a truly period looking garment you need more information than what this book gives you. The construction techniques and trimming methods are quite different from how most basic sewing is done today. It would help the beginner to have some hands on exposure to actual period garments. Mostly to see how they are lined, interlined, stiffened, boned, etc. In my experience, it is the linings and foundations that give the finished product it's form. The outer image of the costume is merely floating on that foundation. This book does not cover foundations sewing techniques at all. But with some hands on antique garment experience, you could easily create an authentic looking dress from this book.

5 comments about Love Smart: Find the One You Want--Fix the One You Got.

1. This book is a true honest book about men, and why women don't have them. You can learn here what you need to understand about men, yourself, and how and why you don't attract people to yourself. It was a lesson in self-confidence and helps you look at yourself and what you reveal to the world. Expectations are a wonderful thing, but be realistic, and be who you are. This is a great book for anyone looking to understand themselves better, and how they can use what they have to improve instead of changing themselves. Dr. Phil is an entertaining writer too so it's an easy read.



2. I like Phil McGraws books because his psychological insights are straight to the point. This book is no different. I like how he gets to the root of the problems with women's need for a man when he says that many women seek marriage and love in a state of desperation. He says that the right way to approach any relationship is as if it's a game. Because finding love and romancing are all games and getting serious about them not only spoils the mood but also chase the man away. He says that a woman should keep in mind that she doesn't need a man to be happy. If you think that you do need a man to be happy then you are putting unnecessary pressure on yourself and are probably on your way to self-sabotage. So the first step to getting the relationship you want is to take a `brutal look at yourself'. Know what you want and what is holding you back and you are more likely to succeed.
   
   Another very blunt insight of Phil's is that many women are looking for a fairytale like marriage. They walk around expecting their man to fulfill every little dream trait they can imagine. If a man doesn't carry each one of the women's projections she will often move on. Phil says that this is the wrong way to approach seeking a mate because no man will fulfill all your expectations. The best way to approach a relationship is to find a man who encompasses at least 80% of the qualities you seek in a man and have at least the potential to learn the rest and that is good enough. Relationships, like life, are about compromise. Rather than chasing the picture perfect image, take what's available within reason. Then build a relationship.
   
   My favorite chapter in the book is probably number 6 called " Your Guy Q". Phil Mcgraw states that a woman should not expect her man to fit female logic. A man is a man. They are physically and socially designed to be different than women. To expect a man to behave like a woman and understand your every nuance is unrealistic and you will be setting yourself up for disappointment.
   
   Then he provides insight into male psychology through the general misconceptions that women have about men. For example the idea that men are all about avoiding commitment (not necessarily), they grow up to be lie their fathers and compare all women to their mothers (yes, parents are important to understanding your man). Men also feel a need to be the leader in a relationship and will often think it is weak to acknowledge needs and will also feel a little insecure around strong willed women as they feel less needed.
   
   He also provided outlines of other personality traits of guys including men to beware of ( such as sex fiends or accomplishment braggers who just want to use women), then goes into tips and techniques to meet men and have a good time. He also covers the kinds of questions to ask to get to know him, how to handle your own expectations and much more. This book is a must read for any woman who wants a long lasting and loving relationship.



3. Dr. Phil did an excellent job here in pointing out what is wrong and how to fix the problem in Man love woman-Woman loves man relationship. If followed, love and happiness is ahead of you.
   Dr. Israel King, Ph D, Author of How To Keep A Man



4. I purchased this book in a mall bookstore. I have the hardcover version. I was glad that he offered some much needed warnings about meeting people through personal ads, and the internet. Some people need that, and from the thousands of ads I've read over the years, a whole lot of people are using this methold, without thinking through what they are really looking for. But I feel that the core of phil's system is not new. He does exhort people-and I feel that this applies to either gender, to not try and mold onesself to mr anybody. Good for you, phil! THAT has needed to be said for a very very long time. Other that that, he spends the remainder of the book, telling seekers that what ever kind of person you are looking for, be where they are. Well, I'm a DIY wannabe, and I love bldg supply places and the like. But very honestly, I ain't got TIME to spend my few free saturdays, or what little free time I have, running from one bldg supply or electronic bric a brac store to another, or, for that matter, the engineering books at the public library, hoping MAYBE to meet the right person. the basis of any relationship I would want to have, would have to start with very similar spiritual beliefs, and the type of church I go to, very few decent single men come near, let alone stay there. I did "fall over' the right person, in a big library in california, as a young woman. I could tell the guy was very very interested, and when it happened to me, I was entirely stunned, having had an ugly duckling mentarlity all my life. Only prob was-he came along two weeks after I had gotten married, to somebody I wasn't in love with(sigh). Welcome to armerican life kids.



5. Since I'm not interested in dating and my husband doesn't want to be fixed, I had to ask myself why I was reading a book about single women looking for Mr. Right. I guess I am curious and I wanted to know what Dr. Phil's "Fix the One You Got" entailed. To be frank, this is not a book for married couples who are seeking a more harmonious relationship. This is strictly a book for women who want to find Mr. Right.
   
   Dr. Phil spends a great deal of time explaining why you are worthy and what you should do to capture a man's attention. What are men really thinking during the dating game and how can you become the woman they can't stop thinking about? This book begins with some pretty amusing letters about dating and then takes an especially honest look at self-esteem issues.
   
   The chapters on how men think are very revealing. You can even amuse yourself by writing down all the qualities you'd like in a dream man. I was amazed at how many qualities my husband actually had once I wrote out my list.
   
   Overall, Dr. Phil gives some sage advice to women who want to play the dating game with a sense of purpose. There are "icebreaker questions" to use in any situation and lots of hints and tips for being a winner in the game of love.
   
   So despite the title of this book it is mostly for single women who are trying to understand male behavior. If you are already married then this may not be the book you are looking for and you may want to buy All You Need Is Love and Other Lies About Marriage: A Proven Strategy to Make Your Marriage Work, from a Leading Couples Therapist.
   
   ~The Rebecca Review