Cows of Our Planet - Gary Larson

Advantages: Gorgeous pictures.
Disadvantages: Too short, A little pricey.

...writing. Amongst other books Terry Pratchett has written 35+ Discworld novels, creating some amazing characters and the biggest and most varied comic fantasy universe out there. The Discworld is a planet that parodies our own in Pratchett's unique and hilarious manner. The Discworld itself is a giant flat disc that rests on the back of three huge elephants that in turn are stood on, "Great A'Tuin", a giant turtle swimming through space. Various adaptations of Discworld books are available in many mediums such as animations, graphic novels, audio books, drama series, video games and plays. Check out Wikipedia, www.wikipedia.co.uk for more information on Terry Pratchett and the Discworld. All in all I would say that this is a GREAT book and an essential addition to any Discworld library. It is guaranteed to bring a smile to the face of any... Read review

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Advantages: It actually happened.
Disadvantages: It actually happened.

...for survival. I wanted to know how he survived. Unfortunately, he provides little insight into his mental or emotional state during this time. Given the purpose the book was to serve, that isn't surprising, but I wished for it nonetheless. Finally, however, his luck runs out and he's caught by a Gestapo officer. And then, like the Gary Larson cartoon of the scientists at the blackboard, a miracle happens. I won't tell you more, because that encounter is the high point of the book. Like everything else in this book, it and its aftermath are as improbable as they are tremendously moving. They help put the rest of the story into sharper focus. This improbable relationship personalizes the entire story - it ceases to be yet another too-familiar account of extreme privation and becomes one of personal redemption. Szpilman believes that he... Read review

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Advantages: Great pictures
Disadvantages: A bit expensive

...From start to finish you are dazzled with never before seen pictures of the marvelous planets in our solar system and beyond. Our closest neighbours, on a galactic scale that is, are pictured and facts and figures are provided for most objects that our featured in this book. A beautiful book exploring the many wonders that our universe has to offer. Through elaborate and out-of-this-world type pictures do the marvels of our solar system and the outer reaches of space have to offer. If you want to relax, then this book is a good choice. This book will appeal very much to those of us interested in space and will play a good role in any space book collection - highly recommended.... Read review

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