The White House: The President's Home in Photographs and HistoryVicki Goldberg (in cooperation with the White House Historical Assoc.)When we think of The White House, we conjure up a vision of the Presidency - not its occupancy per se, but the aura that The White House presents: the house of democracy. Through photography, historical text, anecdotes, and unknown facts, Vicki Goldberg has made The White House user friendly. Besides the history of the building and architecture of the house ... continue reading...
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DVD Reviews: Heavenly Creatures
Heavenly CreaturesI really got into film towards the end of high school. One of the first directors I attached to was Peter Jackson (he was currently making the Lord of the Rings films). After a late night cable viewing of Dead Alive I went to the video store and marathoned his films. I was about 18 and I really remember being creped out by Heavenly Creatures. It had a great slow burn to it. Heavenly Creatures, while it's not perfect, it is often perfectly filmed, framed and tonally much ... continue reading...
Holiday Gift Reviews: Xob Collection
Xob Arm WarmersDays shorten, the sun regresses, and here in Utah we seek new ways to stay warm amidst upcoming winter storms! Always on the CQ for new mitts, hats and arm warmers, I found Xob Hats, caps accessories, home, bags, kids and the Dohm Collection! Sure we're as green as an Irish clover here at TRB, Xob hats fit the bill - their products are monstrously gorgeous, real wool, price proficient - and environmentally sustainable (and let me tell you, their quality is A+).I received the most ... continue reading...
Book Reviews: The Hardline Self Help Handbook
The Hardline Self Help Handbook: What Are You Willing to Do to Get What You Really Want? Author: Paula Renaye A month of two ago I reviewed a "self help" book that offered nothing but affirmations and so-called wisdom. There were quite a few people were unhappy with that review, and that's a good thing. so now I have my goddess arms out throwing flower petals inth the Heavens, for The Hardline Self Help Handbook is the exact opposite of that other book. This is a book about reality, how to get ... continue reading...
Book Reviews & Giveaway: The Outlaw Album
The Outlaw Album: Stories Author: Daniel WoodrellDaniel Woodrell's raw tenderness juxtaposed against succinct, brutal portrayals of character all too human brings us to our knees. Desperate landscapes forge his characters into impossible, sometimes evil acts tinged with mauve sunsets of redemption. We page at his prose and gasp at the enormity of his talent. With the brash slap of his outsiders' regional dialogues, his characters stand on the cusp of the landscape, diving into its emotional ... continue reading...
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