Simon & Schuster's Guide to Garden Flowers (Nature Guide Series) Review

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(More customer reviews)Finally, a book small enough to carry out to the garden with me for reference yet compact with enough information to enable me to find answers to my basic questions regarding best locations, season, size, appearance, care, possible difficulties, etc. I found the illustrated key next to each written description and picture of each plant to be extremely helpful and time saving for quick reference as to whether or not I want a plant based on its's being suitable for the location I want and the purpose intended for the blooms. All I have to do is flip open the book to the desired page, glance at the illustrated key symbols, slide my eyes over to the colored photograph of the actual plant and I know in less than 10 seconds if the plant may be suitable for my needs. I can then read the clarifying information and firm up my choice. The photography is very clear and the write-ups simple enough for a beginning gardener, such as myself, to understand.

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Simon & Schuster's Guide to Garden Flowers is the perfect complement to the popular Complete Guide to Plants & Flowers, also available in the series. Aside from the pure pleasure of seeing the most exquisite flowers in the world in full color and reading about them, gardeners and flower lovers are here offered a history of flower gardens, gardening techniques, and suggestions on how to create and maintain a blooming garden. The entries for 369 species of garden flowers present full-color illustrations and detailed descriptions, and are arranged alphabetically by genus (with synonyms and common names as well). Full-color symbols illustrate the plant types and how they can best be used in the garden, and maps show the origin of the species and their natural distribution. This is one of the most stunning and informative books a gardener can own.

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Mary Ellen's Complete Home Reference Book Review

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(More customer reviews)This book is fantastic. It provides guidance on just about every home/housekeeping problem, from how to fold a fitted sheet to how to remove smoke odors from a room to how to restore wood furniture and paint a room. It makes practical recommendations (like purchasing cleaning products from a janitorial supply company) and is very easy to read. I recently purchased another housekeeping reference book, Home Comforts, and was disappointed because, in my opinion, there was no way I could meet all the expectations discussed in the book for keeping my house clean. Mary Ellen's book, on the other hand, is very realistic and makes suggestions that anyone can accomplish --how to maintain your house without constantly doing housework. It even has a whole chapter of recommendations on how to quickly prepare your home to sell it. I plan to send this book to people as a housewarming present.

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All the information you need to purchase, maintain, and clean everything you own--now in paperback! "Answers almost every household question you could imagine.--Salt Lake Tribune 50 black-and-white photographs.

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Chemistry Connections, Second Edition: The Chemical Basis of Everyday Phenomena (Complementary Science) Review

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(More customer reviews)There are a lot of books out there explaining the chemistry of everyday things. For sheer readability, I recommend Prof. Joe Schwarcz's series of books, which are readily available on Amazon. The shortcoming of Dr. Joe's books, and most books for the general public, is that they aren't really meant to be a resource for teachers of chemistry. They only include the most basic of explanations that the layman can understand.
Thus, the need for a book like "Chemistry Connections." It contains the same "basic-level" explanation for a layperson, but also has a second explanation for each subject giving details on a more scientifically rigorous scale. Then there's a section of references (often reputable websites, vetted by the authors) for people that want to get even more in depth.
The way the explanations are written, and the choice of topics, makes this a resource best suited to the high-school chemistry classroom, or to a "liberal arts" (chemistry for non-chemists) university course. The explanations tend to be a little thin for a true freshman-level calculus-based chemistry course. That's not to say that a thoughtful professor can't make great use of this book for any level course - the choices of chemical questions are varied and thoughtful, making it a great reference when planning lessons.
The book is not perfect. It does not have the zing or flow of many other books for sheer readability - it's best used as a resource to give ideas for presentations and lesson examples for high school or liberal arts courses. There are some typos - there is a pentavalent organic carbon (horror of horrors!) in one diagram, for example. Finally, some of the detailed explanations tend to wander off-topic, for example, explaining how polymers are synthesised in a section on polymer structure. While interesting, it was not relevant to the particular question at hand, and likely to be confusing for the student.

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The African American Woman's Guide to Successful Makeup and Skincare, Revised Edition Review

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(More customer reviews)I've never really cared that much about what I used on my face or if I had on make-up. But going out one night, my friend got me to try a full face of make-up, and I looked pretty good. This book helped me do it on my own. It was a great starting point, easy to follow with great pictures. I learned how to take care of my skin better and it looks healthier. I also found with the help of the color chart some new and different choices to make with my clothes, and it even suggested accent colors to compliment your main outfit color. You can't always wear black! The skin type chart helped me realize that I actually have combination not oily skin. Oily skin would be especially oily in your t-zone and then all over. By answering the simple questions, I went in search of products more suited to my skin type. Great, straightforward book.

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The Ultimate Guide to Successful Makeup and Skincare for Every Woman of Color Who Wants to Look and Feel Her Best* A complete listing of cosmetic products, tools to use, and professional techniques to design your best look* The best products for your skin type and the best colors for your complexion* What corrective beauty products to buy and what regular skincare regimen to follow* Solutions to your beauty problems, including nutrition, nail care, and hair care* Great advice from the women whose looks you love"This is the book we've been waiting for. Fornay is a master."-Susan Taylor, Essence magazine"This wonderful book will empower you to be knowledgeable, well-groomed, confident, and successful. It's the ultimate guide for every woman of color who wants to radiate her beauty."-Upscale magazine"Alfred Fornay has exemplified perfection in the beauty and fashion industry. His style, e'lan, and foresight have been emulated by countless others."-Naomi Sims, superstar model; author, All About Health and Beauty for the Black Woman"Before black women knew which way to turn, where to look to affirm their beauty, and find the tools to enhance their beauty, there was Alfred, setting the pace."-Constance White, former style reporter, the New York Times; author, Style NoirThis internationally acclaimed makeup and skincare handbook and guide has shown thousands and thousands of women how to successfully present their own unique beauty.

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The Cottage Ownership Guide: How to Buy, Sell, Rent, Share, Hand Down and Retire to Your Waterfront Getaway Review

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(More customer reviews)Most of the book was about how to buy a cottage which is similar to buying a house: Use a good lawyer,get a loan or mortgage, etc. This book would be useful for someone who has not purchased a house before. I wish I could get a refund!

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This book is designed to help first-time buyers and long-time owners make the most of a cottage investment. Douglas Hunter provides expert advice on all aspects of ownership of a second home, from finding and buying the perfect cottage to selling it or handing it down to the next generation. The hundreds of tips and cautions, sample documents and comprehensive checklists lead to maximum enjoyment of a cottage and minimal unhappy surprises.

The book is jam-packed with solid information and easy-to understand advice, including:


How to choose the right location
Finding the perfect property to match a lifestyle
Finding the right real estate agent
How to inspect a vacation property
Cottage surveys
Financing the purchase
Co-ownership arrangements, including fractional ownership and time-shares
Strategies to minimize taxation in the U.S. and Canada
Trouble-free rentals and using a rental agent
Boosting market appeal when trading up or selling
How to structure a cottage inheritance to reduce taxes -and family disputes
Retiring or relocating full time to the cottage.

This all-in-one resource also identifies potential problems and offers effective solutions to common challenges.
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The Herbal Body Book: A Natural Approach to Healthier Hair, Skin, and Nails Review

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(More customer reviews)This book has a lot of great info and recipes, but if you are not an experinced soapmaker, you probably will not have the ingredients you need. First there are a lot of things you have to get at the grocery/drug store: distilled water, glycerine, corn meal, oatmeal, olive oil, baking soda, cornstarch, honey, vegetable oil, vodka, witch hazel, epsom salts, castor oil, etc. Then you have to get a lot of things from mail order or specialty stores, like essentail oils, jojoba oil, coconut oil, herbs, sea salts, sweet almond oil, apricot kernel oil, benzoin, beeswax, cosmetic clays. Another point you have to take into consideration is that about 1/2 of these recipes have to be made each time you use them; you can't store them. There are some recipes you can make and store, but not a lot. However, if you do have a lot of these ingredients, and want to make homemade products for yourself, this is a great book to buy. It is definitely worth the money. And if you are even remotely interested in getting this book, then you must be interested in herbs and natural body products, so you probably wouldn't mind purchasing the ingredients.

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This is the book that began Storey's best-selling series! Readers will discover how to transform common herbs, fruits, and grains into safe, economical, and natural personal care items. Includes more than 100 recipes for facial scrubs, shampoos, lip balms, moisturizers, and more!

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Animal Miracles: Inspirational and Heroic True Stories Review

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(More customer reviews)This book will warm your heart and touch your soul. Each story showcases the incredible way in which animals love us unconditionally. You will truly believe in angels after reading these true stories.

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The Dyer's Companion (The Companion Series) Review

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(More customer reviews)Any crafter who works with fibers and fabric and is interested in custom dye work will consider this little spiral-bound book an essential reference packing in everything from dyeing recipes to disposal advice and a color section of color-graduated yarn samples. The Dyer's Companion is no mere 'how to tye dye' craft book, but a serious fabric artist's guide to working with color in diverse materials.


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An essential reference for anyone who wants to dye fabric or yarns, this accessible guide offers indispensable information on equipment and supplies, types of dye, safety procedures, and record keeping. Step-by-step dye recipes that produce consistent and successful results are provided. Beginners will gain the confidence to add color to fiber while seasoned textile artisans will discover useful tips and hints. An eight-page color section with 100 skeins of yarn in a range of color gradations and an explanation of the fundamentals of color theory provide dyers with encouragement to explore their own dyeing variations.

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Recipes from Historic California: A Restaurant Guide and Cookbook Review

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(More customer reviews)Although part of America, California has a good deal of state-exclusive culture. "Recipes from Historic California: A Restaurant Guide and Cookbook" is an exploration of California's culinary culture. The recipes of historic restaurants serving food one won't be able to find anywhere else in the state are spotlighted. "Recipes from Historic California" is a delicious sample of California, and something that the adventurous eater and cook will relish.


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Backpack Books: 1,001 Facts about Rocks & Minerals (Backpack Books) Review

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(More customer reviews)My 7 year old requested this book and it's one of his favorites. It helped him identify rocks in his collection and he takes it in the car when we go on road trips. Great pics and descriptions.

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A world of knowledge at your child's fingertips! Small enough to carry in your bag, but big enough to provide all the answers you'll ever need, Backpack Books are jam-packed with thousands of fascinating facts that have been researched and written by experts. More than 550 illustrations and photographs in each book help bring knowledge-on kids' favorite subjects-to life!

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Growing Marijuana Hydroponically Review

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(More customer reviews)The book, sorry to say, is not worth the investment. there is nothing new there, nothing that any other book on growing in this method would not provide.

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Combining environmental consciousness with organic techniques and a dusting of folk wisdom, this book reveals the growing secrets of sphagnum peat moss and intake air filters to increase yield.

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Crafting Log Homes Solar Style: An Inspiring Guide to Self-Sufficiency Review

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(More customer reviews)This book gave us a great overview, made the whole process that we are setting out to do, seem do-able. I would recommend this book to anyone the least bit curious about setting up a log home to accept solar tech.

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A down-to-earth guide to building solar-powered log homes, complete with how-to illustrations and photos, plus enlightening stories from log home owners across the country. Follow the authors' journey of handcrafting an off-the-grid log home in the Colorado Rockies and discover how renewable energy is a perfect match for modern log home living, from small weekend cabins to expansive year-round homes. (The completed revised edition of Logs, Wind and Sun)CONTENTS1. Log Home Living, Solar Style2. Site Selection3. Plans and Permits 4. Logs 5. Tools for Construction6. Excavation and Foundation Work7. The Floor8. Peeling and Lifting Logs 9. Building with Logs: Part I 10. Building with Logs: Part II11. Gables and Dormers 12. Roof Framing13. Windows, Doors and Wiring14. More Settling Issues15. Chinking and Finishing16. A New Philosophy of Freedom17. Harvesting Solar and Wind Power18. Heating of House and Water19. Pumping Water20. Finish Work: Making Your House a HomeLog-ically Solar: Homeowner Profiles from Around the CountryLaVonne's LogBooks (a 2-year diary) Appendix (Costs to Consider, Notes for Off-Grid Homes, Resources, General Bibliography, Recommended Reading)Index

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Tiny Home to Call Your Own: Living Well in Just Right Houses Review

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(More customer reviews)I got this book thinking it would help me design a small dwelling, but was disappointed. It doesn't contain house plans to compare or copy or detailed descriptions of handling essential systems (heating, plumbing, etc.). Instead it's more about psyching the reader up-- encouraging the reader that it is possible to live in a smaller home, how it could be good for them and the world, how there are issues they might need to deal with (e.g. getting rid of stuff).
That's fine I suppose, but the product seems a bit odd, since anyone who picks this book up to read it probably already believes its arguments on some level. And even those arguments are more anecdotal than systematic. This isn't research as much as it is a recounting of the authors' experiences with a certain kind of semi-suburban, semi-rural client, which again is fine, but it lacks scope and perspective.
I imagine that many readers are like myself, and are looking for more practical info about design and systems. For those things I would look to books like Lester Walker's A LITTLE HOUSE OF MY OWN: 47 GRAND DESIGNS FOR 47 TINY HOUSES and (for interiors) Cristina Paredes' SMALL SPACES: GOOD IDEAS. Both those books cover spaces of less than 500 square feet (unlike many books that are supposedly about "small" spaces and start at 1000 sq ft or larger). The Walker book has some great examples of small dwellings in American history. The Paredes book is a more urban, interior-designy book, but it mostly sticks to a level of artistry that is conceivable for many readers.

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Impress your neighbors with style and freedom rather than with larger-scle impersonally built square footage. Small is beautiful in housing. Smaller scale homes can be more livable, cozy, magical, homey, enjoyable, low maintenance and easy to clean. They can be more affordable and socially responsible than the current trend of MacMansionization; that is chewing up our farm land. Some tiny homes can be built on existing lots without requiring new land purchase. You can live in an attractive, appealing, upscale house AND have a home that is quality built, architecturally beautiful, highly marketable and profitable. Uses for tiny homes include: A home for anyone who wants less space to take care of in exchange for more time, freedom and money. As a personal getaway away spaceAs a tax-ductable home office, professional work space, writer's or artist's studio, As a rental for passive income.For an elderly parent, student or return-to-the-nest kid to have an independent place of their own, yet be close by. Tiny Homes is leading a grass-roots movement toward smaller homes. It shows that small is beautiful in housing.

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Kitchen Witchery: A Compendium of Oils, Unguents, Incense, Tinctures, and Comestibles Review

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(More customer reviews)I purchased Kitchen Witchery from a local bookstore and returned it the next day. Normally a fan of Weiser books, I was shocked to find blatant plagiarism of so many other (mostly Llewellyn) books. This book is a mixture of the entire Complete Book of Incense, Oils & Brews by Scott Cunningham with a few other sources from authors Laurie Cabot and the Farrars. Daniel has so very thinly paraphrased Cunningham's own words (example: "always stir clockwise" becomes rewritten as "stir clockwise always") that I am amazed this was published by such a reputable firm as Weiser. The worst part of this collection of "secrets" is that Daniel has listed identitcal recipes from other authors but CHANGED THE INGREDIENT AMOUNTS as well as left out important information about safe handling of the ingredients. This book reads like a garbled online Book of Shadows and is an insult to the hard work done by the authors listed in Daniel's bibliography.

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Psychic Soap4 parts Lemongrass + 3 parts Bay + 1 part Cinnamon Come and See Me Oil5 drops Patchouli oil + 2 drops Cinnamon oil + Olive oil baseOver the years, Wiccan High Priestess Marilyn Daniel has collected hundreds of recipes for her craft. Responding to repeated requests for her secrets, she has compiled them here for the first time in this comprehensive reference of more than 400 magical tips and recipes - covering everything from beauty treatments to healing salves to tasty treats.In addition to advice for buying, storing, and blending essential oils (always stir clockwise), Marilyn reveals her secrets for making incense, bath salts, soaps, ointments, potpourri, ink, and more. Readers will learn how to make a Tuberose Bouquet for attracting love and Air Oil for clear thinking and overcoming addiction, as well as how to incorporate their pets into spellcraft. Kitchen Witchery includes a wide variety of cookies, breads, wines, and other magical foods, and Marilyn serves up her famous recipes for goodies like Sabbat Cakes and Wiccan Handfasting Cake, and drinks such as Nettle Ale and the Milk of Isis. And should a witch find herself in the middle of a recipe with a missing ingredient, she can find a worthy substitute in the extensive list provided. Kitchen Witchery also includes a helpful reference list of magical correspondences and a glossary of herbs and their folk names.

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25 Natural Ways To Lower Blood Pressure Review

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(More customer reviews)I've been reading extensively about HBP ever since I experienced a stroke last March. So far I find James Scala's book most useful. My physician suggested I lower my salt intake and Scala covers various aspects of the role sodium plays in the body's functions including it's relationship with potassium (K-factor). Potassium is awfully important and most of us don't get enough of it, but sometimes it is difficult to get enough without eating too much sodium. Scala has some easy to follow suggestions regarding the consumption of sodium, including "Start each day with a cereal that has more potassium than sodium..." As oatmeal is a winner, I can eat that or another cooked ceral or if I'm in a hurry, I can eat one of the several dry cereals one can pour from a box, such as the Nabisco Shredded Wheat I've eaten since I was a child and others. Dr. Scala is a certified nutrition specialist who has written a number of books addressing the consumption of food and a particular ailment affecting the human body.
One of his better known recommendations is to keep a food diary. I had to buy a special pill box so I could keep track of the pills I consume each day, so it is certainly helpful to note what I've eaten. The other option is to eat the same thing every day, which some folks do, but I can't. Scala says only three things are necessary to keep a food diary: honesty, keeping track of what you eat, and noting the results.
Another suggestion Scala offers the reader concerns fat intake. Most of us know by now that some fats are bad. What you may not know is that some are good for you. Flax oil and certain oils consumed by eating fish are also good.
Scala like most nutritionist covers sugar. Face it guys, we consume too much of the stuff. Sadly, it can be hidden in innocuous looking foods like low fat yogurt and certain "non-sweetened" cereals. Eating complex carbohydrates, more fruits and vegetables (including garlic and onions) and plenty of fiber and water round out De. Scala's nutrition suggestions. You can use Kyolic garlic capsules if you don't want to smell like an asafetida bag, however, garlic is wonderful in stir fries, soup, spagetti sauce, stuffing (made with low sodium bread of course), and salads.
Scala includes tips on dining-out, exercising and stress alleviation to round out his book, making it overall one of the best I've read on the topic of lowering blood pressure.

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Lower blood pressure--without drugs

Your high blood pressure can lead to stroke, heart attacks, congestive heart failure, and kidney failure. Using a simple, easy-to-read format, Dr. James Scala presents 25 simple, natural ways you can use to fight this silent killer. 25 Natural Ways to Lower Blood Pressure explains the different treatments, including herbs, diet, exercise, and visualization and relaxation techniques, and offers other resources for further information.

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Log Home Secrets of Success: An Insider's Guide to Making Your Dream Home a Reality Review

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(More customer reviews)Log Home Secrets of Success: An Insider's Guide to Making Your Dream Home a Reality is for any homeowner who dreams of entering log home ownership. It covers all the basics, from choosing between log home models and manufacturers to building and living in one. Insights about designing and selecting a log home or producer covers everything needed, from assessing land suitability for building to making energy choices. Simply outstanding!


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A savvy guide that takes you from dreaming of a log home to actually building and living comfortably in one. Industry insider Roland Sweet reveals tips and insights about the various facets of designing a log home, selecting a log-home producer, and evaluating log packages. Plus you'll get real-world advice on calculating costs, what to look for when buying land, making energy-wise decisions, the importance of assembling a team that shares your vision, working with a builder, and much more. An invaluable resource, complete with photos, advice from log-home owners and an extensive and useful appendix.Table of Contents1 - Keep Your Eye on the Prize2 - Learn the Common Log Home Myths and Why They Are Myths3 - Understand Wood4 - Think Green5 - Do Your Homework6 - Gather Ideas7 - Decide on the Look8 - Calculate How Much House You Can Afford9 - Know When and How to Compromise10 - Anticipate the Unexpected11 - Buy Your Land Before You Buy Your House12 - Make Sure You Can Build on Your Land13 - Assemble Your Dream Team Early14 - Design for Yourself and Your Lifestyle15 - Design for Protection16 - Design for the Future17 - Think Inside the Box18 - Choose a Company that Offers the Look You Love19 - Understand How Your Log Producer Provides for Log Settling20 - Know What's in Your Package and What Isn't21 - Understand What a Log Home Costs22 - Get to Know Your Dealer23 - Visit Several Actual Log Homes by Your Producer and Builder24 - Hire the Best Builder, Not the Cheapest25 - Determine Your Level of Involvement26 - Expect Delays27 - Don't Forget Furniture28 - Landscape for Beauty and Wildlife29 - Have Realistic Expectations30 - Move In and Move OnAppendix- Preserve Your Home's Good Looks- Warranties: Buyer Be Wary- How Your Log Home Happens- Cost-Estimating Checklist

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Solar Home, The (How-To Guides) Review

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(More customer reviews)As a compliment to other books on the subject this one would suffice to add some detail, but I certainly am glad it's not the only book on solar home building I own. The material seems to be presented from a limited, but technical, scope of understanding. Although some technical and accurate information has found it's way into the pages of this book, I have found it on all levels to be missing what ever mysterious combination of qualities makes a good user friendly how to book. From my reading of other books on the subject what fresh material and/or thought this book brings to the subject seems to be either contrary or obsolete. The methodology in this book seems particularly biased to a very limited way of covering the concerns of anyone interested in passive solar homes. Again this book could potentially supplement a reasonible collection, but I'm glad it's not my only book on the subject, and I'm certainly glad that it wasn't my first book on the subject! I'm not saying that this book is all wrong, but I find it to be far from alright! If you haven't bought a book on this subject yet, keep looking...I reccomend THE PASSIVE SOLAR HOUSE by James Kachadorian instead, it is more complete and more in touch!

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