Of Beetles and Angels: A Boy's Remarkable Journey from a Refugee Camp to Harvard

Book Description

Originally self-published in hardcover in 2000, this acclaimed memoir is now in a revised paperback edition, complete with 14 black and white photographs and a new epilogue. Here is an unforgettable true story of a young boy's remarkable journey from a refugee camp in Sudan to an affluent Chicago suburb where his family survives on welfare.Following his father's advice to "treat all people - even the most unsightly beetles - as though they were angels sent from heaven," Mawi Asgedom overcomes racial prejudice, language barriers, and financial disadvantage, eventually realizing his dream of a full-tuition scholarship to Harvard University. Of Beetles and Angels is a compelling survival story sure to inspire readers of all ages and backgrounds.

Customer Reviews:

review by amanda g.......2006-12-13

Scared for your life in the midst of a civil war. Then put into a Sudanese refugee camp, disconnected from your father but left with your terrified mother and siblings. After a while, you are reunited with your father, and your entire family is together. Then in America, where you must start over in an alien place, where you get most of your possessions from dumpsters. This was the childhood experience that Mawi Asgedom underwent.
The book "Of Beetles & Angels" shows the extraordinary experiences throughout Mawi Asgedom's young life, which led him to America and to graduate from Harvard University. His amazing story shows the hardships, as well as the joyful occasions, as he discovers American culture and starts an American life. I thoroughly enjoyed his book and believe that I caught a glimpse at just how hard his childhood was.
The chapters within the book are separated into different stories and times of Mawi's life. This way, the reader truly gets to see how wonderful and cruel our country can be to those who are starting over in a new place, and how Mawi and his family start in a new and foreign place. The book also shows Mawi's experiences viewing racism, biased brutality, and what it is like to be noticeably different from most others around you. " Most of our classmates treated us nicely, others ignored us, and the rest -- well, we could only wish that they would ignore us. We may not have understood their words, but we always understood the meaning behind their laughter. `African boodie-scratcher! Scratch that boodie!' `Black donkey! You're so ugly!' `Why don't you go back to Africa where you came from?' We were just two, and they were often many. But they had grown up in a wealthy American suburb, and we had grown up in a Sudanese refugee camp. We were accustomed to fighting almost daily, using sticks, stones, wood chips, and whatever else we could get our hands on. So it was usually no contest, especially when the two of us double-teamed them, as we had done so many times in Sudan. The cruelty of brutal beatings and the name calling left Mawi and his older brother scared and unsure about their new found home America.
Mawi Asgedom's parents dreamed that their children would do well in school. The primary values that they taught their kids were that education was most important, knowledge was power, and that if all of the children within their family studied hard, they could earn scholarships and become smart and powerful leaders within their new country. Mawi kept his parents' values close and fulfilled them all. "I graduated from Harvard one year ago and have since thought much about my parents' dream. By earning my scholarship and graduating, I have fulfilled it. But along the way, I have found greater value in other dreams. And while Harvard University taught me well, my true education has come from less-likely sources. As I look back to the angels, the Charlenes and the Beth Raneys; as I look back to God's servants, dressed as beggrs and as beetles; as I look back to my inspirations, to the Mamas and Tewoldes, I see true guidance staring back at me. True power comes from focusing on what we can give, not what we can take." Mawi learned so much throughout his life and not only made his parents' dreams come true, but also made his own dreams come true.
This book, with all of its extraordinary detail and description, probably cannot entirely summarize all of the struggles, hardships, and rewards Mawi and his family endured from their journey to America and once in America. However, throughout the pages and dialogue of the story "Of Beetles & Angels", the book does an exceptional job of showing how unique Mawi Asgedom's life was as a child. I absolutely recommend this book.

eye opening.......2006-07-11

Beginning in 2001 I worked with two refugee families from Liberia. I wish I had read this book first, because it would have helped me to understand better the sorts of things these families might have experienced before they arrived in our country. While experiences of war, persecution and homelessness vary among people arriving in the USA, the feeling of confusion (even when you speak English, like 'my' families did) and dependence mixed with utter relief of finally getting here seem to be common among all. "My" families knew basic things, but our housing, food and school systems were totally overwhelming even for these educated people. And the police, which we're taught to depend upon, strike fear into every refugee I've ever met. Most of them have had bad experiences with police.
So when I read this book I could relate to some things, I cried over others, and I put others in the back of my mind to remember for when I'm working again with refugee immigrants, especially in these days of heated debates about immigrants.
Personally I think this book should be a must-read in every high school curriculum and for every teacher, not only because it's such a compelling story, but it helps us to see others through another lens and it is ultimately a story of hope.
From a strictly literature point of view there are better books out there, but this one tugs at the heart. And it's also a fast read if you want it to be.

An Inspiring Memoir of the American Dream .......2005-10-23

Of Beetles and Angles is the remarkable non-fiction account of Mawi Asgedom's jouney as an African war refugee to America and the obstacles that he and his family had to overcome. In his own words he describes his inspiring transformation into a man with traditional values and principles mixed in with the demands of everyday life in a new society. Influenced by his older brother and father, Mawi sets out to experience the American dream and more importantly, look upon each and every person as angels sent to test the will of our hearts.

Heart warming and inspiring.......2005-08-11

I won't take a lot of space stating what the book is about. Just get it and read it, everyone from middle school through adults. You'll be glad you did.

Miracles in many forms.......2005-01-24

This book told me one thing: everyone can be an angel. No matter in what form, that thing could be an angel.
From this story, a boy named Mawi was a refugee. His homeland had been involved in a war. His father decided the family would flee to Amerikha, as they called it. It was a place of peace, which was something that didnt exist in Eritrea, their homeland.
Many perils were made in America. Mawi needed to go to school, with his brothers and sister. He survived through prejudice and violence at school. His dream was to be welcomed with a scholarship into a special university. He worked very hard to achieve his goal.
How did it happen? Just read the book and find out!

Volkswagen Official Service Manual Super Beetle, Beetle and Karmann Ghia 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979

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Volkswagen Official Service Manual Super Beetle
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Volkswagen Official Service Manual Super Beetle, Beetle and Karmann Ghia 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979
Inc. Volkswagen of America
Manufacturer: Bentley Publishers
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0837600960

Customer Reviews:

Mechanic's Book.......2007-08-31

In response to the first review. If you are to stupid to take an engine out of a VW please do not buy this book. Take your car to a qualified mechanic.

Volkswagen Official Service Manual Super Beetle.......2007-05-14

The Volkswagen Official Service Manual Super Beetle has a lot of info.
Has some good NEWBY info.

THIS IS THE ONE!.......2007-05-12

This is the manual the dealer sold to repair shops to work on the air-cooled VWs. It is the only repair manual you will need. We resale the manual in our VW repair shop for our VW owners.

Volkswagen Official Service Manual.......2007-03-16

A must have for any volkswagen enthusiast or do it yourselfer ! Call me stupid but i would like to see more pictures and exploded views.

Volkswagen Bug Self Help.......2007-01-14

The book is well set out with reasonable descriptions for the Do It Your Selfer to follow.

As a new VW owner (with experience pulling apart Australian Holdens), I put a kit through the Carby. Got caught out a bit following the "dismantel" instructions when the "re-assemble" instructions were "do dismantle in reverse". The dismantle instructions just said take everything off, which I did for the course and fine adjustment screws without noting their current setting. Putting them back, I had not idea where to set them. Elsewhere in the "tune up section", it said to screw the fine adjustment in all the way and back it off between 2.5 and 3 turns. No advice on the course (until the car is running and warm), so I guessed 1.25. This seems to work OK. Will get a Tacho to do the tune-up regime.

Volkswagen New Beetle: Service Manual : 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 1.8L Turbo, 1.9L Tdi Diesel, 2.0L Gasoline (Volkswagen)

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Not a how to Manual
I like the Haynes format better
best manual
Good manual but could be better
Bentley is best

Volkswagen New Beetle: Service Manual : 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 1.8L Turbo, 1.9L Tdi Diesel, 2.0L Gasoline (Volkswagen)
Bentley Publishers
Manufacturer: Bentley Publishers
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0837603765

Book Description

The Volkswagen New Beetle Service Manual: 1998-2002 covers the GL, GLS, GLX, and Turbo S models. This manual has been prepared using selected factory service information with the added benefit of suggestions, tips and clarification of various procedures. Bentley service manuals provide clear and comprehensive service and repair procedures. If you're looking for a better understanding of your Volkswagen New Beetle, look no further than Bentley Publishers.

Features:

* Maintenance procedures: from routine oil changes to poly-ribbed belt replacement.

* Engine and cylinder head service, including timing belt and camshaft replacement.

* Component testing, removal and installation for engine lubrication, cooling, and exhaust systems.

* Turbocharger service, removal and installation, and intercooler components.

* Fuel supply system service, including fuel pump delivery volume test, electrical checks, EVAP system, as well as mechanical and electronic throttle control (E-gas).

* Fuel injection and ignition system component identification, electrical testing, technical data, and throttle valve control module adaptation using the factory scan tool.

* Drivetrain maintenance, troubleshooting, adjustment and repair, including hydraulic clutch, gearshift linkage, drive axles, and transmission removal and installation.

* Repair information for ABS/EDL/ASR/ESP brake and stability systems.

* Suspension system service including struts, CV joints, stabilizer bar, rear wheel bearings, wheel alignment specifications and steering system.

* Interior and exterior body equipment: airbags, bumpers, front and rear body sections, doors, hood, lids, lights, instrument panel/dashboard, sunroof, seatbelts, seats, trim panels.

* Heating and air conditioning repair, including A/C electrical component replacement, compressor, fresh air blower, sensors, and vacuum hose layout.

* Factory wiring diagrams and component locations.

* Volkswagen OBD II diagnostic trouble codes section with SAE and manufacturer defined P-codes, control module coding and readiness codes.

* Comprehensive Volkswagen factory tolerances, wear limits, adjustments, and tightening torques that you've come to expect from Bentley manuals.

* Manual has been manufactured with a reinforced sewn binding for greater durability.

Customer Reviews:

Not a how to Manual.......2007-05-27

I have Bentley manuals on all of the VW's I've owned they give me the info that I need. Of course if I need a how to manual I'll turn to the Haynes Manual.

I like the Haynes format better.......2007-05-16

This bentley book is basically an exploded parts diagram, with alot of footnotes referenced to each separate part. This book is fine for factory techs, who've been schooled in detail on the car, but for the home user, it leaves alot to be desired. I like the Haynes format better, in that they walk you through a procedure, instead of just giving you an exploded parts diagram. Also, some things are just missing from the Bentley, and you still have to scratch your head for an hour, and search their huge book, before you realize you have to just figure it out for yourself. I think the book could be alot better, especially due to its high price and large size. One positive, is they list the fault codes in back, but you can find even better lists of the DTCs online, so you don't need the book to read the codes. Please, Haynes, write a manual for this car! I'll buy it!

best manual .......2007-05-13

The Bentley manual is so much better than the auto store ones.This is an excellent book at a great price.

Good manual but could be better.......2007-03-11

The manual has detailed descriptions on how to take elements apart, but when it comes to codes it let you hang. I have a series of error messages which are also spelled out in the book, but it does not point you to the faulty part.
It would be a good idea to have an additional section which points you in the right direction based on the error codes.
Overall I would recommend the book since there is nothing better out there.

Bentley is best.......2007-03-09

Bentley is the best manual for working on vw beetles from the early air cooled ones to the new water cooled models! No other manual is as complete!

How to Keep Your Volkswagen Alive 19 Ed: A Manual of Step-by-Step Procedures for the Compleat Idiot

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VW Convertible Maintenance Help
My first car, my first repair manual
Time to update this book
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How to Keep Your Volkswagen Alive 19 Ed: A Manual of Step-by-Step Procedures for the Compleat Idiot
John Muir , and Tosh Gregg
Manufacturer: Avalon Travel Publishing
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Binding: Paperback

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Baja Bugs and Buggies

ASIN: 1566913101

Book Description

First published in 1969, this classic manual of automotive repair equips VW owners with the knowledge to handle every situation they will come across with any air-cooled Volkswagen built through 1978, including Bugs, Karmann Ghias, vans, and campers. With easy-to-understand, fun-to-read information — for novice and veteran mechanics alike — anecdotal descriptions, and clear language, this book takes the mystery out of diagnostic, maintenance, and repair procedures, and offers some chuckles along the way. This edition features new information on troubleshooting, new photos, and an updated resource list.

Customer Reviews:

VW Convertible Maintenance Help.......2007-09-13

Prefer this manual to Chilton's for our VW Convertible. Drawings are concise. Tips are geared to what isn't working and then gives suggestions on what to try first. Also contains list of parts (used, re-manufactured and new) dealers and their websites which is very helpful since no one carries parts for our 1970 Convertible here.

My first car, my first repair manual.......2007-09-11

This book, with its tongue-in-cheek humor and fun attitude towards one of the most personable cars ever, literally put me on the road in my first car. A VW Beetle with no floor, a barely-serviceable engine, and a million and one problems was no match for the The Guide, as my dad and I called it. It was by our sides as we rebuilt my first car, then my second... entertaining and informative -- a MUST for anyone who owns an air-cooled VW and wants to perform their own maintenance or repairs.

Time to update this book.......2007-09-09

I've had this book for over a year now and feel compelled to write a review to offset the rave reviews this book continues to get. While I'd be the first to agree that it's very easy reading I have yet to find it truly helpful when I get into a difficult problem with my '69 bug. Lots of good, folksy philosophy, but don't look to this book to help you through a complex problem. In their attempt to make it a book to satisfy all VW owners, many sections are simply way too high level and generic to be of specific value.

Most of the R Crumb inspired drawings are great to look at from an artistic point of view but isn't it time to include some real photos? There are a lot of subtle differences in VW components over the years and a one-picture-fits-all approach doesn't cut it. After all, it's supposed to be a 'how-to' book, not a coffee table book.

Hard to believe that in 19 editions, little has been changed or updated to make it more user friendly - certainly there are better how-to-do-it guides out there - it's time for John Muir's successor's to either update this thing or put it to rest.

I caution any purchaser to not rely on this book to get you out of a jam if you aren't a seasoned VW mechanic.

Useful Item.......2007-08-01

I've recieved the item in very good condition. It's very useful that I can make money out of it. Not many people knows on how to repair that kind of car here in my place.

vw nuts.......2007-07-20

For those of you who are VW nuts but are not the most adept at mechanics this is a great book. It breaks everything down to simple step-by-step processes and has useful photos and instructiosn within. I have been able to address some complicated problems by using this book that is written for the layman. A good choice if you have an old VW. I have a 1964 and it's been a great reference source. Now if I could find a genie who would do the work ...

Young Naturalist's Pop-Up Handbook: Beetles - Book #1 (Young Naturalist's Pop-Up Handbooks)

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My daughter
'Pop' Full of surprises
Excellent, Beautiful, Fun
Great Book
good GIFT Idea..."Butterflies:fluttering flowers; moths:all

Young Naturalist's Pop-Up Handbook: Beetles - Book #1 (Young Naturalist's Pop-Up Handbooks)
Matthew Reinhart , and Robert Sabuda
Manufacturer: Hyperion
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0786805579

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You'll never look at beetles the same way again. When masterful paper engineer Robert Sabuda works his pop-up magic, you're sure to find beauty and wonder in the thorniest of creatures. About 350,000 kinds of beetles creep across the surface of our world, but don't worry, Sabuda and cocreator Matthew Reinhart only include a few here, including dung scarabs (move the pages to "roll" the dung!) and the giant horned Hercules beetle of Central and South America. The colorful, metallic exoskeletons explode to life with every well-designed page, causing even the most beetle-phobic to marvel at their intricate anatomy. Funny, accessible sidebars ("Don't talk with your mandibles full") are sure to engage young naturalists in search of factoids about the eclectic, leggy group Coleoptera. To top it all off, each pop-up book comes with a paper frame with a plastic-encased, paper-engineered specimen of Phalacrognathus muelleri, the Australian stag beetle. (Beetles were not harmed in the making of this book.) A wonderful gift for the young naturalist on your list! (The Young Naturalist's Pop-Up Handbook of Butterflies is also quite fetching.) (Ages 6 to 10) --Karin Snelson

Customer Reviews:

My daughter.......2003-10-16

My daughter loves this book,not just because I love it. It came with a framed paper butterfly she absolutely loved. When I was reading it to her she was asking questions and was so into the book and she learned all about butterflies.

'Pop' Full of surprises.......2003-05-03

My soon to be four year old son (and Mommy) LOVES this pop up book. It is a wonderful work of art and informative! Two BIG thumbs up on this one!

Excellent, Beautiful, Fun.......2003-03-01

My five year old budding naturalist loved it.

Great Book.......2002-11-29

I bought this book for my daughter last Christmas. We still read it at bedtime. The paper butterflies are beautiful and tough. The writing is factual and engaging and the butterflies have kept their shape and stood-up pretty well to little hands bending, pushing, and pulling. The paper butterfly which comes with the book is nice too. We also have the "Beetle" book, which is pretty spectacular as well.

good GIFT Idea..."Butterflies:fluttering flowers; moths:all.......2002-07-23

in the family; Life cycle: look at how you've grown; behaviour; defense: poisons, points and pretenders; diversity: all the colors of the rainbow"!

LESS APPROPRIATE words are sometimes better. I will therefore apply the K.I.S.S. ("keep it simple, stupid/silly) principle with regard to my review for this lovely book--
"Young Naturalist's pop-up Handbook: BUTTERFLIES" will make both your heart and soul "FLUTTER!!!"

Blue Beetle Companion
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Black and white comic strips from all eras enhance the presentation.

Blue Beetle Companion
Christopher Irving , Jack Kirby , Steve Ditko , and Kevin Maguire
Manufacturer: TwoMorrows Publishing
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1893905705

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The Blue Beetle debuted in 1939, rivaling such icons as Superman and Batman for longevity in comics, but not in popularity until his recent death and resurrection as a result of DC Comics' hit Infinite Crisis series. Now, Comic Book Artist Magazine's Christopher Irving explores the history and uncovers the secrets lurking under the cover of the character's comics in The Blue Beetle Companion! Follow his 60-plus years of evolution - from the world of Fox Comics to an in-depth history of Charlton Comics - all the way to the hall of today's DC Comics. Find out what really happened to infamous Golden Age publisher Victor Fox, and get an in-depth look at the Blue Beetle radio show and Jack "King" Kirby's Blue Beetle comic strip. Also, presented for the first time since 1939: the first appearance of The Blue Beetle from Mystery Men Comics #1! Featuring interviews with Will Eisner, Joe Simon, Joe Gill, Roy Thomas, Geoff Johns, Cully Hamner, Keith Giffen, Len Wein, and others, plus never-before-seen Blue Beetle designs by Alex Ross and Alan Weiss, as well as artwork by Will Eisner, Charles Nicholas, Steve Ditko, Kevin Maguire and more! It also features an introduction by Tom DeHaven, the acclaimed author of the novel It's Superman! and Derby Dugan's Depression Funnies. Featuring a new cover by current Blue Beetle artist Cully Hamner, this is the ultimate look at one of comicdom's longest-living heroes!

Customer Reviews:

Black and white comic strips from all eras enhance the presentation........2007-06-10

The Blue Beetle appeared in 1939 and came to rival Superman and Batman for comic history, but didn't become popular until his recent death when DC Comics resurrected him in the Infinite Crisis series. The history and adventures of the character are followed here in The Blue Beetle Companion: His Many Lives from 1939 to Today, following some 60 years of the character's evolution and transitions and providing interviews with key and major comic graphic artists along the way. Black and white comic strips from all eras enhance the presentation.

The Very Clumsy Click Beetle (Eric Carle's Very Series)

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Another great one by the great Eric Carle!
He loves the "kick beetle"
Another favorite of mom's
If at first you don't succeed, try try again!
Very Clumsy Click Beetle

The Very Clumsy Click Beetle (Eric Carle's Very Series)
Eric Carle
Manufacturer: Philomel
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Binding: Hardcover

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Eric Carle first published The Very Hungry Caterpillar in 1969, fully intending to create a series of interactive creature books for children. The beloved busy spider, quiet cricket, and lonely firefly books followed, but the artist's quest was not truly complete until The Very Clumsy Click Beetle was born. Carle, who says he'd rather watch a bug attempt to climb over a pebble than join an expedition to Mount Everest, appreciates the small things in life: the Eyed Elator (Alaus oculatus), to be exact--unremarkable except for that when this beetle falls on its back, it can't roll over to get up. Instead, it will stretch and release a snap mechanism that clicks and flips the beetle through the air, and ideally, back onto its feet.

The very clumsy click beetle has no trouble with the clicking and flipping part, but it does have trouble landing on its feet. The young beetle tries and tries again, encouraged by an ambling turtle, a slithering snail, and a scurrying mouse. Finally, when a curious boy approaches, the beetle takes coaching from a wise old click beetle ("QUICK, CLICK and FLIP!") and succeeds. Children will love the bright, bold, tissue-paper illustrations that tell this story of perseverance, as well as--of course--the unusual clicking sound (emanating from an electronic chip with built-in battery and light sensor) that accompanies this playful book. (Click to see a sample spread. Copyright 1999 by Eric Carle. Permission of Philomel Books.) (Preschool and older) --Karin Snelson

Book Description

Finally, here's a brand-new book in Eric Carle's extraordinarily popular Very series. And with a new surprise!

When a little click beetle falls onto his back, it seeks the help of a wise old click beetle. "Look at me," says the more experienced click beetle, giving a loud CLICK and flipping onto its feet. But try as it might, the clumsy little click beetle just can't seem to land feet first--or can it?

In the tradition of The Very Hungry Caterpillar Carle creates a winning story of perseverance and pride in achievement complete with an ingenious surprise that truly gives voice to the valiant little beetle as it CLICKs its way through the colorful pages and somersaults into your heart.

Customer Reviews:

Another great one by the great Eric Carle!.......2007-09-11

In the world of children's books.....this guy is king! (and no, I'm not getting paid to say this :D) I'm such a huge fan of this talented author who has generated a plethora of extremely appealing concept books - all with eye-catching illustrations and entertaining features. This one has a clicking noise that comes at a pivotal point of the story (oh man, I hope I didn't just spoil this for any of you). How appropriate for this little click beetle who spends the entire book trying to learn to click and flip (rough life, huh? But, who am I to argue with survival mechanisms?). This book is more than just clicks though. There is a wonderful theme of perseverance running throughout this story, vivid illustrations that make you want to run your fingers over and over them, lots and lots and lots of repetition (yes, even though this can drive adults absolutely CRAZY, kids thrive on it). Also, Carle's books typically include a grammar lesson (shhhh.....don't tell the kids). Here we have so many wonderful verbs introduced by the supporting characters: a turtle who ambles, a snail who slithers, a mouse who scurries. Who else but Carle could make the story of a simple click beetle beautiful and fascinating? Do me a favor. Buy every one of his books and keep them on your bookshelves forever. Your future nature-loving child will someday thank you for it.

He loves the "kick beetle".......2007-07-10

My two year old son LOVES this book. He likes to read along and make the CLICK sound by himself on each page. Towards the end when the book makes the clicking sound he gets all excited. He wants to read this book everyday. Even if he's crying I'll pull out this book and he'll run and sit down next to me to read it. We're big fans of Eric Carle and have 5 of his other books with two more on the way! The message in this book is wonderful. The other animals offer encouragement, the wise old click beetle offers guidance, and the very clumsy click beetle never gives up. Great book!

Another favorite of mom's.......2007-05-06

I like that this story encourages "trying again". When you're 2 the day can be fraught with little failures. What better role model to have than a very persistent click beetle?

If at first you don't succeed, try try again!.......2005-12-02

The valuable take-away lesson of this book is "if at first you don't succeed, try, try again." My three year old loves this book. We have borrowed it again and again from the library this year. When the beetle finally succeeds at flipping over after many failures, he makes a clicking sound as he does it, which delights my son. We are big Eric Carle fans.

Very Clumsy Click Beetle.......2001-12-05

I'm a Branch Manager of a Public Library and we have found that this book is very good for the children that comes over for school visits. It is so funny to be reading them the book and they start hearing the Beetle make it's sound they start looking around the room trying to find out where it is coming from then they cant believe that it came from the book. Every year when school starts back this is the book that i read to my Kindergarden classes. I suggest that everyone should get this book and watch the look on your childs face when you read this book to them.

American Beetles, Volume I: Archostemata, Myxophaga, Adephaga, Polyphaga: Staphyliniformia

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American Beetles, Volume I: Archostemata, Myxophaga, Adephaga, Polyphaga: Staphyliniformia

Manufacturer: CRC
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Arnett and Thomas offer the most sweeping text available on the subject of North American beetles. Each section is presented in the same concise format, and the organization of the information is standardized for each family. The editors have chosen the most respected of specialists to contribute the entries.

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american.......2007-07-14

This bok provides an antomical key to identification of insect species. t is fun learning what is meant by the vocabulary! then research your species. For an inteelcetual but practical way to reach closer to an insect species, just beware that not all bugs are beetles.

How To Modify Volkswagen Beetle Chassis, Suspension & Brakes (Speedpro)

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How To Modify Volkswagen Beetle Chassis, Suspension & Brakes

How To Modify Volkswagen Beetle Chassis, Suspension & Brakes (Speedpro)
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Applies to all air-cooled-type Volkswagen Beetles, but does not cover MacPherson strut-type front suspension found on 1302 and 1303 models.- The first reference book devoted solely to Beetle chassis, suspension and braking systems.- Suitable for the home enthusiast as well as the more experienced mechanic.- Based on the successful "How-To" technical features developed by the author for Volksworld magazine.- Includes detailed coverage of the process for shortening the Beetle floorpan for kit-cars and dune buggies.- All the information is based on practical experience of specialist VW mechanics.

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The How To Modify Volkswagen Beetle Chassis, Suspension & Brakes was above my skill level.

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Very good book!!!
Very interesting, but wish photos weren't all B&W
An excellent guide to restore your Beetle!

The Volkswagen Super Beetle Handbook HP1483: A Restoration Guide For 1971-1974 Models
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The ultimate hands-on guide to VW's hottest Beetle.

Covering all Super Beetle models manufactured in Volkswagen's glory years of 1971-1974, this indispensable resource for Beetle enthusiasts details the ground-up restoration-from the chassis and engine to the drivetrain and interior- of the most popular vehicle Volkswagen ever produced.

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The Volkswagen Super Beetle Handbook .......2007-05-14

The Volkswagen Super Beetle Handbook HP1483: A Restoration Guide For 1971-1974 Models is really informative.

Very good book!!!.......2007-05-02

I bought the other VW Trends Beetle restoration book and returned it. Very disappointing. This one, on the other hand, is terrific!

I have a '73 Super Beetle and plan to use this book to guide me through several projects I am planning.

When I saw the first article used in the book in a VW Trends magazine on the news stand I tried to get a subscription beginning with that issue because, if I remember correctly, they wanted about $10 for a back issue!!! I called to see about getting a subscription starting with the news stand issue and got the runaround about not being able to choose the first issue of a subscription. So I emailed them. After more than six weeks I finally received a reply. By then I was so pi**ed off I blew them off.

When I saw the book come out I looked it over and was very pleased because it would have cost a small fortune to get the back issues of the magazine with the same articles.

Anyway, even though I haven't used the book for an actual restoration yet, from the reading I've done it appears that the author has done an excellent job of documenting the steps he went through while restoring his own VW Super Beetle.

Very interesting, but wish photos weren't all B&W.......2006-07-23

Having just bought my first Super Beetle, I thought this book would be a good place to see what it takes to restore one. The step-by-step descriptions and numerous photos are great, but the photos would have been more helpful if they had been in color. In some sections, it's difficult to see what parts are being referred to. But I am not a mechanic, and don't have any experience working on cars, so this probably wouldn't be a problem for someone who's accustomed to what they're looking at in the engine compartment and underside.

An excellent guide to restore your Beetle!.......2006-03-08

If you followed the restoration of Ryan Price's 1971 Super Beetle in VWT, then you know what this book is all about. The Volkswagen Super Beetle Handbook is a Restoration Guide for 1971-1974 Models that is made up of the articles that were published in VW Trends magazine under the name of Super Project '71. Those articles were a turning point for the magazine and made it more popular than ever. No longer was the Super Beetle being shunned, instead it was being featured. Super Beetle owners worldwide rejoiced.

More than just a collection of articles, this guide is packed with pictures and information that cannot be found anywhere else. You can learn from one of the best on how to take your Super Beetle from basket case to show stopper with ease. Chapters include Initial Inspection and Evaluation, and all the way up to Installing Exterior Body Parts and Trim. Once you get to that point, you're finished! I've seen people searching on The Samba to find missing issues just to get all of these articles, but now you can get them all in one slick package. This really is a must have for any Super Beetle owner!

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