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	Robinson and Crawford County (IL) (Images of America) Author: Evelyn M. Wallace ISBN: 0738540293	My pictorial history book on Crawford County, Illinois, and featuring Robinson, the hometown of James Jones author of "From Here to Eternity". It contains a lot of fascinating history and many more famous people who hailed from the locale. ; )

	Seasons of the Heart Author: Evelyn M. Wallace ISBN: 0-929919-00-9	My first poetry book, only available in first edition is a collection of all my best poetry which I wrote as a teen-ager. Many of these poems made it into the local Denver chapter of the U.S. program of Quill and Scroll.

	Itinerarium Curiosum: Vol 1 Author: William Stukeley	Farnborough: Gregg Intl Pub. LTD

	Megalithic Rings: Plans and Data for 229 Monuments in Britain Author: A. Thom, B. Aubrey	Britain Archaeological Reports, Series 81

	A Guide to the Stone Circles of Britain, Ireland and Brittany Author: Aubrey Burl ISBN: 0300063318	London, Yale University

	Life in a Medieval Castle (English Heritage) Author: Tony McAleavy ISBN: 1592700055	Great book for learning about the households and family life within a castle, some solid history and how the castle was developed from military to domestic through the ages. Great illustrations and pics throughout ! !

	Arundel: A History of the Town and The Castle Author: Joseph H. Preston	A prolific amount of information about the castle and how a medieval castle develops into a town of modern times.

	The English Castle: An Account of Its Development as a Military Structure (Dover Books on Architecture) Author: A. Hamilton Thompson ISBN: 0486440125	This book is for anyone who truly wants to learn about the evolution of castle construction as a military structure during the Middle Ages concerning England. Comparisons to other European castles are included !

	A History of Fortification from 3000 BC to Ad 1700 Author: Sidney Toy ISBN: 1844153584	Originally published in 1955. Check it out at the public library. Indespensible guide to any type of fortifications from earliest recorded history. Only for serious students of castles !

	A Very Easy Death (Pantheon Modern Writers Series) Author: Simone De Beauvoir ISBN: 0394728998	Translated from the French by Patrick O'Brian. A very moving account from one of France's premiere authors about the deeper questions of human existence and all moral issues that come into play when death of a loved one is sudden.

	The Stranger Author: Albert Camus ISBN: 0394700023	Translated from the French by Stuart Gilbert. This is sad and strange book written by Camus when he was quite young. It is an indictment on the vicissitudes of life and shows Camus's strong opinion on the human condition.

	Wars of the Roses Author: Desmond Seward ISBN: 0670842583	Covers the lives of ten key figures in the struggle for the English Crown during the 15th century.Authoritative if not completely accurate. Interesting Robin Hood lore contained in these pages are very entertaining.

	Catherine of Aragon Author: Garrett Mattingly	The Spanish princess who was every bit as determined and ruthless as her husband, King Henry VIII and the only one of his wives to escape with her head intact. XD

	Castle (DK Eyewitness Books) Author: Christopher Gravett ISBN: 0756637694	Great starter book for children to learn all about castles. I wish this had been available when I was child. If your child enjoys castles, get this book!

	Bunratty: Rebirth of a Castle Author: Bernard Share ISBN: 0-86322-206-4	Historical and technical book on the near demise and resurrection of a 13th century Norman castle in the North West region of Ireland. First hand accounts are given from the architects and actual laborers on the project.

	France and the World since 1870 (International Relations and the Great Powers) Author: J. F. V. Keiger ISBN: 0340595078	Anyone needing to reconnect the France of history with her politics and foreign policy should give this a good study. "France, once soldier of God, today soldier of humanity, will always be the soldier of the ideal."

	Prince of the Renaissance Author: Desmond Seward	A biography on the life of Francois I, his friendships, alliances, lovers and castles.

	Lazarus and the Hurricane: The Freeing of Rubin "Hurricane" Carter Author: Sam Chaiton ISBN: 0312253974	An engrossing story within a story involving a rescued teenager and his enchantment with the tragic story of Rubin "Hurricane" Carter. His passion for Carter's story of wrongful imprisonment becomes an inspiring salvation.

	Neuromancer Author: William Gibson ISBN: 0441569595	Science fiction classic that won the Hugo, Nebula and Philip K. Dick awards. The psychological dimensions of this veritable tour de force will have you on the edge of the precipice called "your mind". Bwa ha ha ha!

	Death at Glamis Castle (Robin Paige Victorian Mysteries, No. 9) Author: Robin Paige ISBN: 0425192644	Great Gothic tale involving Lord Charles Sheridan , his American wife Kate, King Edward, Prince Eddy, a dastardly murder and an enigmatic real castle in the Grampian Mountains. Glamis Castle!!!!!!

	Castles of Europe Author: William Anderson ISBN: 0-517-442485	Photos supplied by Wim Swaan From Charlemagne to the Renaissance

	A History of Prussia Author: H.W. Hoch	Comprehensive overview of the history of the Prussian monarchies. Some names, such as Siemens are in there. Absolutely fascinating for history buffs!

	A Separate Peace Author: John Knowles ISBN: 0743253973	Please see my entry titled "He said, Be good to your enemies!" for a little slice of this modern American classic novel.

	Cracking Da Vinci's Code Author: James L Garlow & Peter Jones ISBN: 0781443563	You've read the fiction, now read the facts! Over 250,000 books in print!

	If I Show You My Tenderness Author: Alex English	This former Nugget's star's beautiful poetry which was published in 1986 was his third book of poetry. It is eloquent and thought provoking and shows a side to the man you'd never know otherwise! Other titles: Sometimey Feelins and Let's Share. ; )

	Inside Islam Author: by Reza F. Safa ISBN: 0884194167	A fomer Muslim speaks out in this book about how RADICAL Muslims believe and makes comparisons between the Islam and Christian faiths.

	Jay's Journal Author: Ed. by Beatrice Sparks ISBN: 044014564	The most horrifying diary I have ever read by a teenager. It will help if parents read this book first then let their teenagers read it. It just may save them from the most benign-looking addiction on the planet!! Involvement in the occult.

	Leadville: The Struggle To Revive An American Town Author: Gillian Klucas ISBN: 1559633859	A great narrative account about the 1983 mining disaster brought about changes in the town my grandmother spent her childhood. The chaos of clashes with the EPA, the state rep, and the Superfund clean-up campaign makes this a must read.

	Lord of the Rings Author: J.R.R. Tolkien ISBN: 1402516274	Contrary to popular belief the books were not a trilogy but six separate books. Many parts of the book were left out of Peter Jackson's movie trilogy of the same name. It is the most poetic and elegant prose I have ever picked up to read.

	Mary Queen of Scots Author: Antonia Fraser ISBN: 038531129X	Best written book on Mary Stuart.

	Mozart Illustrated Author: Marcia Davenport	Best biography on Mozart in my opinion. I've read five other biographies but this one gives you more details of his true personality and his relationships with other composers and musicians.

	Neon Angel Author: Cherie Currie ISBN: 0843123486	Remember The Runaways? Cherie was the lead singer for this all girl band put together by Kim Fowley. Joan Jett is still going strong and Sandy West just died back in October. Here's one of the survivors with her terrifying story of drug addiction.

	Of Lena Geyer Author: Marcia Davenport	Best book on an opera singer I've read yet. Marcia really digs in for research that fascinates both regular readers and classical music lovers!

	Our Mother's House (Pocket 50016) Author: Julian Gloag	"We know a secret, we won't tell, for if we tell we tell we'll go to hell!" That was the tagline for the movie. Check out the book, it's tension filled from the first word to the last.

	Starving For Attention Author: Cherry Boone O'Neill ISBN: 0826402097	A gripping true story about the growing problem concerning anorexia. This story imparts more of the psychological impact of this disease than most medical textbooks and offers solace to those suffering from this dangerous illness.

	Strange News from Another Star and other stories Author: Hermann Hesse	This rare and not well known book of stories by Mr. Hesse was originally published under the title "Maerchen" which means Fairy Tales. Translated by Denver Lindley, these stories are very compelling. "Flute Dream" is absolute genius in print.

	Tess of the d'Urbervilles Author: Thomas Hardy ISBN: 0-553-21168-4	Thomas Hardy was an English novelist who put forth tragic destiny the most eloquently and with more presence than any other. His writings will make the Wessex area of England come alive with his masterful English prose.

	The Abolition of Man Author: C.S. Lewis ISBN: 0060652942	One of Clive's many non-fiction books of expository subjects on the modern human condition. This one expounds on how education can develop a student's sense of morality. In this he does comparative biops with other faiths.

	The Four Loves Author: C.S. Lewis ISBN: 0849961912	On these tapes Mr. Lewis gives wonderful insight into the four loves by using the greek words storge, philia, agape and eros. Through this lecture he gives in depth study of relationships.

	The Hobbit Author: J.R. R. Tolkien ISBN: 0395177111	Don't read Lord of the Rings without reading this book first. You'll understand Bilbo a lot better if you do! Word to the wise.

	Le Petit Prince (The Little Prince) / in French / CD ROM Author: Antoine de Saint-Exupery ISBN: 2070752666	A remarkable voyage into the world of love, caring and heartache.

	Names of God Author: Marilyn Hickey ISBN: 1603740864	Available through Marilyn Hickey ministries this book explains all the Hebrew names for God such as Jehovah Shalom, Jehovah Rohi, Elohim and more....

	The Nine Lives of Billy Rose Author: Polly Rose Gottlieb	Crown Publishers. Try to find it at the library. This was the most fascinating biography I've ever read about a celebrity.

	The Private Life of Solomon Author: G.R. Tabouis	Translated from the French, it is a fascinating narrative on the life of Solomon.

	The Screwtape Letters Author: C.S. Lewis ISBN: 0060652934	Fascinating account of letters written by Satan to one of his minions. Exposes the mind of Satan if you need to know it!! ; )

	The Secret of Staying in Love Author: John Powell, S.J. ISBN: 0913592293	This is one in a series of books on relationships. I would suggest reading all of his books. It will make your social life sparkle with a vitality you never thought possible, if you apply the principles he lays down. "Love works for those who work at it."

	Walden Author: Henry David Thoreau ISBN: 0486284956	Just read it!

	Water Follies: Groundwater Pumping And The Fate Of America's Fresh Waters Author: Robert Jerome Glennon ISBN: 1559632232	Great expose' on groundwater pumping, it's effect on the environment. One more thing to add to the list of man's atrocities committed against his environment.

	Will there really be a morning?: An autobiography Author: Frances Farmer ISBN: 0440190681	This is Frances Farmer's story in her own words. It does not spare herself or anyone else in Hollywood and brings to light some untruths that have been believed about her for many years. I have read other accounts about her but this one rings of truth.

	The Vauban Fortifications of France (Fortress) Author: Paddy Griffith ISBN: 1841768758	Sebastien LePrestre de Vauban was the marshal of France under King Louis XIV and the greatest military engineer of the early modern period and an undisputed master of siege warfare. His unique configurations for his fortifications are awe inspiring.

	Transit Maps of the World Author: Mark Ovenden	Penguin Guide that lists every urban train map in the world. Another way to go Green !

	A Manual of Siegecraft and Fortification Author: Sebastien LePrestre de Vauban	This translation of Vauban's instruction manual on siegecraft by George Rothrock was published by The University of Michican Press. It is amazing and elementary by turns. Many of the plates show his own castle configurations !

	No One Here Gets Out Alive Author: Jerry Hopkins ISBN: 0446697338	A definitive bio of the charismatic Jim Morrison. "Let's just say I was testing the bounds of reality. I was curious to see what would happen.That's all it was: just curiosity." L.A. 1969

$La\Joie de Vivre$	La\Joie de Vivre Author: Emile Zola ISBN: 0318634805	Zola put forth the deeper questions of life by placing his fascinating cast of characters in unlikely pairings and situations that are the most intolerable. Pauline becomes an interesting study in the resilience of the human spirit.

	A Year in the Merde Author: Stephen Clarke ISBN: 1582346178	Absolute hilarity from start to finish. This book doesn't have a serious bone in it's body! It's pure fiction and pure fun !