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Foxfire 2: Ghost Stories, Spring Wild Plant Foods, Spinning and Weaving, Midwifing, Burial Customs, Corn Shuckin's, Wagon Making and More Affairs of Plain Living
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This second Foxfire volume includes topics such as ghost stories, spinning and weaving, wagon making, midwifing, corn shuckin', and more.
Customer Reviews:
BOOK(S) WITH A WONDERFUL PURPOSE........2007-04-13
THis work, Volume II, is like the others. A wonderful history of how it was. In this day and age of having most needs meet and something for everyone on the Wal-mart shelf, we tend to forget just what it was like in our not too distant past. These books, the Foxfire books, brings to light skills, attitudes and a way of life that is all but forgotten. This is a good thing. When a people lose their history, they lose part of their soul. As the title of this work states, Ghost Stories, Wild Plant Foods, Spinning, Weaving, Midwifing, Corn Shucking, and there is so much more. The editors have done a wonderful job. They have made a very honest effort to replicate the dialect of those places and times and I feel that this is a big part of the charm of these books. I am old enough to have known many of the kinds of folks featured in these books, being only one generation past them, and have a great appreciation for what and how they did all the little things we take so for granted now. I might also suggest that you actually try some of the things mentioned in these volumes. It will give you even more of an appreciation for what they did, and hey, who knows, the skill you develope just might come in handy one of these days! Recommend this and the other Foxfire books highly.
Survival Guide for Hardy Individuals.......2007-03-28
Have enjoyed all the Foxfire Books for years. They are a wonderful peek into the lives of hardy people who survived without a single benefit from the U.S.Government.........and were proud of it.
Great Book!.......2006-03-15
I bought this book for my husband and he loves it! There are so many interesting facts in these books. I would suggest this book to anyone who is interested in how things were back in the "old" days. Everyone, no matter how young or old, will learn something from reading this book.
Foxfire books are excellent.......2003-07-29
Years ago we owned all the Foxfire books, and then we donated them to the library so others could glean the wisdom they had, and we have slowly begun to but copies for our home library and this is one that I wanted first. Simply because it had information on burial customs and I make plain pine burial boxes. And because it has excellent information on wild plants that are edible in the spring and we love to forage for wild plants for food like stinging nettle, fiddle fern and dandelion. The section on bee keeping is also informative. Then there is the wonderful section on midwives which is of personal interest to me, as well as the wonderful section on how to wash clothes in an iron pot, because being vagbond-homestead-mountain mode people we like good clean clothes washed in an environmentally sound manner using the least amount of soap possible.
The Foxfire series is one that comes up on various simple living, homestead, frugal websites and web boards. So I know that millions of people have over the years found the series of books to be invaluable.
I love the series of these books.......1999-09-13
The series of Foxfire books takes you back in time when life was hard physically but simplier mentally. While reading these books I fell like I am in a time capsule being transported back in time ninety or so years. I enjoy past history and anything to do with mountain country around the Smokies. These peope lived off the land and took the time to enjoy life and their families. These books provide tips for things that are still done the same way, such as tanning hides. Norma Doyle, Florida
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Not much to go on.......2004-03-02
While this book provided some general information about lifestyle and local culture, it lacked any serious details required by someone looking to retire abroad. In particular the tax information was at best irrelevant and at worst incorrect and misleading. Many of the Additional Resources and Useful Websites are out of date.
Overall this book provides a useful starting point for those considering retirement abroad, but lacks sufficient detail to make it a truly useful resource.
Good for General "Wishing" or to start planning.......2002-10-20
This guide has general tips and contacts for what are the top overseas retirement destinations for Americans. For each country there are suggested locations and real estate options that would be of use to retirees. Locations that have substantial US/UK populations are also noted, for the not-quite-so adventurous. As stated above, this work is most useful for someone who's maybe thinking about living overseas, and wants to look at the pro's and cons. OR, convincing your "Significant Other" that yes you can actually live at that great vacation spot on Crete....
Anyone who's already deep into planning for such a move, or has spent considerable time overseas would probably already know most of the information provided here.
The Doors of San Miguel de Allende by Robert deGast.......2002-03-04
This book is a feast for the eyes and senses. Composed of photographs of doors in the town of San Miguel de Allende, the writer/photographer,Robert de Gast, transports the reader to this incredibly beautiful place.How can mere doors have anything to say? Well, these doors "say" volumes about the charm and elegance of this historical Mexican town. One wants to go there...to walk up to one of those doors...to touch the exquisite brass knockers ...to knock! And, to be let in.Each door is different. Each door is unique. The colors, textures and carvings on the doors add to their individuality and charm. Vamos!
Less than adequate.......2001-03-29
Having been to many of the places covered in this book, I was saddened to note that the writers appear to have not done their homework. The information is the sort that you could obtain by writing to the countrys Embassys. The book also appears to be aimed at the High End Market. The main reason for living in another country when you retire is to make your retirement income get "more bang for the buck." All the authors dialog about $700 to $1,900/month rents made me wonder what their perspective on retirement haven's is. Their internet resource guide was off and needs to be updated. Buy this book for general information purposes only.
The Best Book I've Seen........1999-11-30
This is the best book that I've seen that explains the pros and cons of top foreign retirement locations.Even if you're not ready to retire, the book is a fascinating explanation of what foreign retirement life is like. These havens aren't specific sites, such as retirement communities: instead, the book provides general information about various countries that are considered ideal for retirement. Most explanations include recommended living areas and places to avoid. Real estate, both rental and ownership, is thoroughly covered. Renting is generally recommended, at least initially. Some countries make real estate ownership for foreigners impractical or impossible. In other countries, the authors explain the easy procedures and how to avoic real estate rip-offs. In alphabetical order, the top retirement havens are Argentina, Belize, Canada, Costa Rica, Czech Republic, Ecuador, France, Great Britain, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Mexico, Portugal, Spain and Thailnad. The appendix includes useful Web sites for Americans living overseas, health insurance informations and other foreign retirement resources. This superb book will make many readers reconsider their retirement plans, especially after learning how economical foreign residency can be. This unique book should just be considered an introduction to the best foreign retirement countries: further study and visits are recommended. On my scale of one to 10, this excellent book rates a 10. Robert Bruss, Tribune Media Services
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Had enough?
Whether you find the government oppressive, the economy spiraling out of control, or if you simply want adventure, you're not alone. In increasing numbers, the idea is talked about openly: Expatriate.
Over three hundred thousand Americans emigrate each year, and more than a million go to foreign lands for lengthy stays.
But picking up and moving to another country feels like a step into the void. Where to go? How to begin? What to do?
Volume 2 of the Process Self-Reliance Series, this smartly designed two-color guidebook walks you through the world of the expat: the reasons, the rules, the resources, and the tricks of the trade, along with compelling stories and expertise from expatriate Americans on every continent.
Getting Out shows you where you can most easily gain residence, citizenship, or work permits; where can you live for a fraction of the cost of where you're living now; and what countries would be most compatible with your lifestyle, gender, age, or political beliefs.
So if you've had enough of what they're selling here and want to take your life elsewhere-well, isn't that the American way? At any rate, it's not illegal. Not yet, anyway.
Customer Reviews:
So Informative.......2007-05-17
This book was written so well. It covers everything you will need to know about getting out, most importantly, legal issues and taxation. The educated and intellectuals of America are smart enough to realize what is going on - and they are GETTING OUT.
All the info........2007-03-07
I spent a couple of weeks just skipping through different parts of this book, and I don't regret it. It's like cruising through a buffet of food that you really like. Then I sat down and read it cover to cover. I learned a lot, I appreciated the many web resources that it presented, and I am much more prepared for my future move. A good tool for those of us that love our country, deplore our government, and need the best chance at survival for us and our families.
Very well done........2007-02-24
This was an incredibly fun book to read. I agree with other reviewers - this book covers a lot without going too deep in any one thing. But it does contain several references to outside sources which have more information.
It is as much a motivational book as a how-to.
Also, I found some of the most useful information in here to be the many letters from people who had already made the jump and were living abroad.
A good place to start.......2007-01-25
The strength of this book is that it favors breadth rather than depth.
If you are thinking about leaving the US but don't really know where you'd like to go, or if you have a destination in mind but don't really know what you don't know about emigration, this book is for you. Getting Out covers the top 50 destinations for US expats, with information about the quality of health care, cost and standard of living, and social permissiveness. Also included are brief accounts of the experiences of expats living around the world. There is also good general information about the different pathways available to the potential expat.
Reading it will definately leave you with more questions than answers, since any comprehensive emigration/immigration guide to all the countries in the world would fill a small library. Getting Out will give you the basics and point you in the right direction to find more in-depth information. You won't find anything here that will help you decide to settle in one country over another, but it will help you either narrow your list or give you reason to consider some place you otherwise would not have.
Great place to Start.......2007-01-23
My boyfriend and I have been talking about moving out of the states, if just for a few years. I found this book to be very user friendly - it doesn't drag on with just the boring facts & it has a lot of real life examples from people who have moved out. It gives a ton of useful websites, and some information about each of the 50 countries that are most popular with expats. It was very enjoyable to read this book cover to cover.
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Not the best choice.......2007-07-29
this book is all right, but offers only the basic info available elsewhere...not nearly as helpful as BEAUTY FROM AFAR by Shult which is a better coverage of the topic
Great comparative study of British system costs.......2007-05-13
Not what I anticipated. Author focuses on pricing comparisons for UK rather than the USA.
The Complete Medical Tourist: Your Guide to Inexpensive and Safe Cosmetic and Medical Surgery Overseas.......2007-04-07
The book is very generic and provides little to no insight into medical tourisim. The information provided is basic off the internet type data. I would not recommend this book.
not good book.. only basic info..........2007-03-01
Don' waste your money it has only basic info.. you can get most of it from the Net. no in depth research about any major surgry cost, fee, or were is the best hospital to do it.
A MUST read for anyone facing expensive medical treatment!!!.......2006-05-16
If you, or anyone in your family is stuck waiting for expensive surgery then I can highly recommend this book to you. It covers absolutely everything you need to know about getting medical treatment abroad fast and without breaking the bank. It is also one of those rare medical books that you can actually read cover to cover - this isn't just a reference book.
All the prices are in dollars as well as sterling and euros and it is perfectly accessible for Americans thinking of going abroad for either cosmetic, dental or medical treatment. If you can get better treatment, throw in a holiday and a tan and STILL come back with change then you can't go wrong!
The book doesn't just cover standard hospital treatment alternatives but also plastic surgery etc. So if you want a new nose and a new hip then then here it is! Fantastic!
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If your dreams of career success include jobs in Prague or Munich, if you want to learn Mandarin while living in China, or if your travel plans always require a passport, then THE GLOBAL CITIZEN is for you. Written by Monster.com's former international career mentor, Elizabeth Kruempelmann, THE GLOBAL CITIZEN is an international life and career planner that walks you through the ins and outs of working, studying, volunteering, or living in a foreign country. Thought-provoking assessments will get you started on your global path, the interactive planner will keep you on track, and extensive resources will widen your possibilities. With tips for researching and funding your adventure, secrets to adjusting to life abroad, and hints for making the most of your experiences when (or if!) you return, THE GLOBAL CITIZEN presents a new approach to life planning no citizen of the world should be without.
Customer Reviews:
Outstanding Resource.......2006-01-30
"The Global Citizen" is a MUST READ for anyone seeking to establish an international lifestyle. I especially liked the sections that allowed real people who've moved abroad the opportunity to write about their experiences. These "journal entries" gave me a lot of inspiration. The book is loaded with program information for study, voluteering and work abroad. There is a chapter on financing your journeys which offers information about scholarships and grants that I didn't even know existed! I highly recommend "The Global Citizen" for anyone serious about going abroad short-term or long-term.
Good introductory value, poor on details.......2004-09-11
If you are under 20, not sure what to do with your life and contemplating about how cool it is to travel to Europe and save the rain forests - this book is perfect for you (even better if you want to save rain forests in Europe). Then, if you are not from US, don't have kickass amount of money to spend or know exactly what you want - bypass this title.
The Global Citizen offers a lot of ways for an American to go abroad; if you live elsewhere, only 20% of all the suggestions are relevant to you. Of these 20%, most require significant investment. What's more important, neither of these ways is described in detail.
Large sections of this book are dedicated to the fine art of proving that 2 and 2 equals 4. For example, the author dedicates 2 or 3 pages to explanation why it pays to know languages others than English.
On the other hand, little to no useful tips are given on most important subjects, like convincing the foreign employer to hire you, or listing places with high expat concentrations, etc. Most of the work abroad opportunities are standard English teaching stuff - I don't need to buy a book to tell me about it, really.
The book is full of howlers. Page 199: 450 - 2550 British pounds are translated as 310 - 1767 US dollars (neat, huh?). Page 88: Arctic Odysseys provides high quality travel experiences in the Arctic regions of Canada, Greenland, Siberia and China (someone please find Arctic China for me). Page 213: the author discovers a new country: Moldova-Ukraine. And this is just a small part.
Again, good enough as introduction, many ideas, very low on details.
Inspirational Book!.......2004-05-17
This book is wonderful and I would recommend it to anyone! The author writes on a personal level like she is talking to you and it is also written from a emotional level so it is easy to understand. This book gets you excited about all the possibilities and the author explains any fears you may have and how you can get over them and overall she gets the word across to never give up! She also gives e-mail adresses from other people who have experience travel. This is a great book, everyone can benefit from this.
Excellent Book!.......2004-02-25
The Global Citizen is an excellent book for anyone thinking of doing anything abroad! It covers a wide range of topics, from studying to volunteering abroad. The author provides practical information on how to identify your goal, approach it and then directs the reader on where to find more information on each individual topic. This book is very stimulating and most certainly motivating! A great buy!
the ONLY career guide for adventure seekers.......2003-05-06
The "Global Citizen" is an excellent resource for anyone who wants to travel or work abroad. Most importantly for me, this book has a wealth of information on careers abroad that I had not thought of before. Most career guides are so narrow in scope that I rarely find much use in them because they are so "8-5" in nature.
The other cool thing about this book is that it's full of websites with info. on every aspect of living, working, or volunteering abroad.
I love the personal stories in the section "A Global Citizen's Perspective" because, as a traveler, you can really connect to the experience of the author and other people who have done what you want to do.
If you are looking for a a life changing adventure, then travel abroad. If you want to stay abroad, then get this book!!
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Since the very first issue of Country Living Gardener, writer, artist and naturalist Sharon Lovejoy has created the award-winning “Heart’s Ease” column for the magazine. Through this collection of delightful essays and beautiful illustrations, she shares with her readers the boundless joys of a country garden. Lovejoy has chosen to focus on animal life in the garden, including hummingbirds, caterpillars, and dragonflies, but her informative and witty prose also covers traditional plant care. The very titles of her sketches convey pleasure in the vibrant country landscape and the life that teems within it: “The Bumble Bee Rumba,” “Faeries in the Fuschias (sphinx moths),” “Holiday Feasts for the Birds and the Beasts,” and “Conversations with Sunflowers.” This compilation truly is—to borrow another of her titles—“Something to Crow About.”
Customer Reviews:
Delightful Reading.......2007-05-07
Ms Lovejoy's collection of gardening essays presents a book of relaxing and delightful reading. It is sprinkled with a collection of gardening ideas that will be appealing to both the beginner and experienced gardener, especially if you are interested in living with nature. I have already borrowed some of her ideas for my backyard wildlife habitat.
A Blessing of Toads.......2005-12-11
I have collected an entire gardening library so besotted am I with this gender of reading and gardening. This book is a treasure! Clearly the best reflection on nature in your garden I have ever had the pleasure to read. Amusing and full of directions and advise this book should never be put away but left out to consult and muse over. Get it and give it! You cannot miss!! Susan
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An indispensable handbook to a rewarding and successful experience overseas.
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Great resource for many.......2007-06-28
This book was wonderfully practical and succint. I think the author did a fine job challenging Americans to consider that other cultures are different, not necessarily wrong.
I purchased this book in preparation for a semester abroad, and though it is targeted more towards Americans staying abroad for a longer period of time, I found all of the information relevant and helpful none-the-less
I have only 2 complaints about this book. First, many of the resources the author refers to are out of print or unavailable. That was a point of frustration because many of the books seemed like excellent resources. Also, unfortunately, this book was published just prior to 9/11, an event which significantly affects American travelers.
Despite these shortcomings, I highly recommend this book for anyone spending significant time abroad!
Awful.......2005-08-02
This book is terrible! Don't buy it! it is very condescending and generally stupid. It has a very high-and-mighty sophomoric attitude, while not really giving any worthwhile information. To add insult to injury, it is also out of date and contains misleading information. This book actually has excersizes to teach you what 'stereotypes' are, what 'culture' is, etc. Ugh.
Highly Recommended!.......2004-08-04
This book, first published in 1979, is still timely and useful, though it shows a few signs of age. It's hard to believe that any Americans in the CNN age are quite as ignorant of the world abroad as they were in the 1970s. However, diversity training and exposure to Thai and Mexican cuisine only goes so far to inoculate Americans against their own inherent cultural assumptions. Yes, this is written for people from the United States and addressed to them directly, but it would be useful to any sojourner trying to shake off hometown assumptions and adapt to life abroad. This volume treats every reader as a neophyte, a Dorothy in the Land of Oz. Author L. Robert Kohls offers a useful series of self-tests and questionnaires, psychological and anthropological frameworks, and practical guidance on routine matters. The book, which is engagingly written, with a wry and sometimes ironic touch, also contains useful appendices. We believe that it merits a place in the library of anyone, particularly any American, who is taking an overseas assignment, however brief.
Former Peace Corps Volunteer.......2004-01-20
This book was a gift given before my overseas service with the US Peace Corps. It ended up being the most valuable resource I had in my overseas experience. Over the years I've referred back to it (even in moving across the US) to deal with cultural changes.
A bit of some redundancy, but immensely practical........2003-06-25
Survival Kit starts out a bit slow- it is helpful for someone who has done no studying of other cultures, and cross-cultural interactions. Indeed, superbably so- what it means to be American, what other cultures are, how to relate to people. But if you have studied anthropology or sociology or other cultures, you will find the first 2/3rds of the book largely old hat. It's the final third that really gets into some profound detail.
This final third is immensely practical, looking at how to recognize culture shock, how to deal with it, how to respond with love to others around you in your new culture. Kohls presents interesting ideas on how we view the world, as individuals, though I must confess I am still experiencing a great deal of trauma at having to spend an hour to see a particular perspective of a picture he presents. He then provides the cues we can expect within a new culture, even to the point of the likely dual-cyclic time periods of culture shock; how to deal with this as a family; and how to respond to reverse culture shock when you return "home". I plan on looking back to this book at the appropriate time in about 3 months, when I am scheduled to enter my first bout of culture shock.
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U.S. Expatriate Handbook Guide to Living and Working Abroad
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The Expatriate Handbook gives the reader an overview of all the issues facing business people when they're asked to take on overseas assignments. While every assignment varies with country and position, there are common issues every American should examine before accepting becoming an expatriate. The author draws on his years of experience working with European expatriates to provide useful guidelines to determine if the assignment is right for the reader.
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The pros and cons of being an expatriate.......1999-07-27
I would highly recommend this book to anyone considering taking an assignment with a US-based country outside of the USA. I was assigned as an expatriate for 3 years in Germany. I wish I had read this boook. Maybe I could have minimized some of the culture shock especially for my family.
Chapters 1 and 2 provide excellent food for thought when deciding whether to accept the position. There are many pros and also many cons. Chapters 3 thru 11 provide outstanding recommendations for solutions to many of challenges of living in another culture.
Chapter 12 should be read before taking an overseas assignment as well as when nearing the end of assignment. Returning to the USA, especially professionally, is not easy. This chapter has some good advice on networking while assigned overseas.
Chapter 13 and 14 are also essential reading before accepting an assignment.
The investment in purchasing the book is sound. It will pay for itself many times over!
Tom Huegerich Sales Development Manager, International
Book Description
The number of non-military Americans currently living overseas is estimated at 8 million—with the number increasing every year as more countries open their economies to Western companies At a time when more and more American employees overseas feel unwelcome and bewildered—or worse yet, unsafe—The New American Expat is designed provide essential guidance as to "how to be a good American" during the course of an overseas assignment.
The New American Expat is a complete, up-to-date and highly practical guide on how to be a successful American expatriate—how to find foreign jobs, prepare for life as an expat, move to a foreign country, adjust to other cultures, find success in an overseas assignment and successfully repatriate upon one's return. What further distinguishes the book from other expat titles is that The New American Expat will be the first book on the subject to address two new and important issues:
· How to be an American while living and working overseas, a controversial topic given the increasingly critical view of the US held by many throughout the world, and the consequent damage to America's global image. The book addresses current attitudes and stereotypes toward Americans as well as expectations of them while overseas.
· How to live and work in foreign countries safely and securely in light of the new risks facing Americans in the post-9/11 world. A full chapter on safety and security—vetted by an international security firm—advises expats on how to conduct themselves in at times less than friendly environs.
Customer Reviews:
Laundry list of moving tips - reads like a stack of pompously written post-it notes........2006-01-19
I am moving to Europe, and having been given 4 weeks from initial contact to the first day of work, I am ravenously devouring information about relocating as an expat. First of all, I would highly recommend these two books Expert Expatriate and GenXpat. I would not recommend Melton's book.
Excited to read this book, as supported by promising reviews, I ordered it 2nd day delivery, and tore into it tonight, when it arrived. I was met by a style of writing reminiscent of a college paper hastily written the night before its due date. Broad generalizations, cliches, and laundry lists of tips are the fabric of this work.
I normally don't write reviews of books, especially now as I am in the middle of moving, but I am so disappointed in this, that I feel compelled to say something for the sake of other inquisitive minds. Perhaps the other reviewers are friends of the author, or have different standards of literature; some of the reviews (in praise) were more articulate than William Melton could ever be! I will give specific quotes, in the hopes that the writing may speak for itself.
Introduction xvi:
Speaking on globalism, "Our new world neighborhood presents us with two divergent paths from which to choose: one based on mutual understanding and tolerance of our differences and a contrary path characterized by cultural, religious, and ethnic intolerance and the enmity that invariably follows. It is up to us which path we choose....These tensions were heightened by the events of September 11, 2001, a day that shattered our assumptions...and sent us hurtling down a path of uncertainty."
Wow, thanks Yoda. I'll try not to pick the "dark path" of "enmity." I didn't realize that a study of globalism, or the current anthropological worldview could be so easily reduced to two paths: good and bad. Personally, I think it is better not to make grandiose statements about subjects one knows little about. It might send one "hurtling down a path" of bad writing.
P. 15
"...I have developed the following attitudes ...when I am living in another country:
- It is their country, not mine.
- They have the right to run it the way the want to.
- Things aren't *always* better in the U.S. (* denotes italics)
- Most people in the world don't actually want to be just like Americans
- If I try their approach, I might like it."
Wow again. This would be great for an 5 y.o. ex-pat who's moving kindergarten classes. As an adult, I was hoping for something a little more... sophisticated? "It is their country, not mine." Is this the name of a new movement in international relations? Well, a certain president would do well to study that line, but...
Pp 96-98
Two pages worth of material are devoted to "Spouse and Partner Issues." I am moving without immediate family, but I would assume that anyone with a family will want more than two pages devoted to such considerations. May I refer you again to Expert Expatriate.
P. 113
"... as long as a good faith effort is being made to apply for and receive the required work authorization as expeditiously as possible."
The book is rife with cumbersome language, symptomatic of gratuitous use of the thesaurus. "Expeditiously?" How about "quickly"? Again, old tricks to fatten up a limp college paper.
P. 118
"Be cognizant of the restrictions and prohibitions on what can be legally brought into the country..."
Cognizant? What he really means is "aware." Cognizant implies something else. This sloppy writing is pervasive. At the risk of seeming nit-picky, I offer these as a few examples of a larger deficiency of his writing.
To be fair, there are some nuggets of information in the book that I found helpful. And in the process of moving overseas, one must piece together the planning of the journey through the kaleidoscope of opinions that one inevitably solicits. So it is helpful in that way. But The New American Expat is just that, an avuncular recount of journeys taken across the globe. A collection of tips in a quasi stream of consciousness catalog, i.e. "And don't forget to do this, and don't forget to think about that, remember to be open minded!" But it is not constructed in a way to stimulate the planning process for your own trip, and it does not aspire to organize the seemingly overwhelming mass of details associated with relocation - which is what I expect a $25 book on the subject to do.
I strongly urge you to thumb through the book in person if you still want to buy it. I bought it online because neither Barnes and Nobles nor Borders carried it. The bright side to this story is the ease with which I returned this book to Amazon.
Packed with Knowledge!.......2005-10-03
This book offers a refreshing voice of common sense, balance and experience. Books on this subject walk a tightrope between being too politically correct to address relevant stereotypes or, conversely, too fixated on stereotypes to transcend them. Author William Russell Melton manages the task effortlessly, thanks to his experience working in more than 20 countries. Relevant for those merely contemplating work abroad, as well as for those who just sat on their suitcases in order to zip them shut, this volume should prove to be a tremendous asset to any Yankee relocating to King Arthur's Court (or anywhere else). Melton advises Americans to be themselves, but to use common sense and show a little deference. For instance, listen more and speak less (and not so loudly, please). The author's goal is to develop confident world citizens who can interact adroitly on the world scene while staying true to their American values. The 23 pages he devotes to post-9/11 security abroad are frankly insufficient given the book's subtitle - but the quality of the information is top drawer. Melton even adds advice on how to make the transition when you return back to the U.S. We very strongly recommend that any American thinking of overseas employment should study this book - otherwise, things could get ugly.
Going overseas to work?--MUST READ.......2005-08-30
As a librarian, I see a lot of books. Having lived and worked overseas, I know what it's like. Melton has captured an up-to-date and thorough view of a working life overseas. He has presented a wealth of sources that will help anyone preparing to look for a job, or who has found one and is preparing to leave. I like the fact that he included the issue of reentry into American life. The book is not only informative, it is beautifully written. Although he has kept his own style, the skill and heart of his reknowned author wife, Victoria Moran, shows through. If you're thinking about working overseas, or if you are headed there, this book is a must. If you know someone who is planning to go, this is the perfect gift.
Relevant for All Expat Situations.......2005-06-13
Having become an Expat before 911, I delayed purchasing "The New American Expat" initially. However, I can truly say that whether you are contemplating an expat assignment opportunity or already on one, this is the BEST expat book I have ever read. I wish I had it 7 years ago when I was first confronted with the expat decision. Thanks Melton for the suggestions and references that have already saved me much more than the few dollars that this great book cost me. Even with 7 years of experience, it has helped me improve my situation. Besides the excellent information, it's a surprisingly great read as well, which is tough to do with these kind of books.
Excellent read for those considering the expat life..........2005-06-07
An excellent source of information, written in a very readable prose. WRM has a sense of the exact information one will need when venturing to the expat life for the first time - his experience shines through... I only wish that he had written this 9 years earlier, so I could have taken advantage of the wealth of knowledge he shares... The contract areas of the book are especially insightful...
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Country Living: American Metalware What Is It? What Is It Worth? (Country Living)
Joe L. Rosson , and
Helaine Fendelman
Manufacturer: House of Collectibles
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Binding: Paperback
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ASIN: 0375721185
Release Date: 2007-03-13 |
Book Description
From the writers of Country Living magazine's "What Is It? What Is It Worth?" column, this guide to American metalware captures the magnificence of metal creations including silver, iron, tin, brass, and pewter. Professional antiques appraisers
Joe Rosson and
Helaine Fendelman reveal the fascinating histories and market values of dozens of rare items, from Colonial-era firebacks to mechanical banks, from heirloom tea sets to antique weather vanes. Discover a treasure-trove of uniquely American items of utility and beauty in this second book based on America's favorite antiques appraisal column.
· Beautiful full-color photographs and illustrations
· The history of major American metalworkers and manufacturers, and the development of new materials and techniques
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