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The Brief: Complete Collection
Acorn Media Group
8515 Georgia Avenue, Suite 620
Silver Spring, MD 20910-3403
9781598287431 $59.99 www.acornonline.com
The Brief: Complete Collection gathers all eight episodes of a British
criminal law drama trimmed with a razor-edged sardonic wit. Actor Alan
Davies (known for his performance in "Jonathan Creek") brings to life
the character of barrister Henry Farmer, an adulterous gambling addict
who is nevertheless the last, best hope of innocent people struggling
to avoid jail. Farmer's father is liberally harsh with words; his son
is distant and distrustful; and his current lover happens to be the
wife of a powerful politician! Beset at every turn by the threats of
exposure, financial ruin, and disintegrating family life, does Farmer
have a prayer of earning a reprieve for himself, let alone his
clients? The Brief: Complete Collection is sure to prove a choice pick
for public library collections as well as the movie shelves of legal
drama aficionados. 8 episodes on 4 DVDs, 559 min., widescreen, SDH
subtitles.
Out
Starring Tom Bell
Acorn Media Group
8515 Georgia Avenue, Suite 620
Silver Spring, MD 20910-3403
9781598287486 $39.99 www.acornonline.com
Set in the 1970's, Out is a stark British crime drama - from the
criminal's point of view! Having served eight years in prison after
the fallout of a catastrophic bank heist, newly released gangster
Frank Ross searches with a vengeance for the snitch who ratted him
out. Intelligent, savvy, streetwise, and brutally ruthless, Ross must
evade the machinations of both a murderous crime boss and a dogged
detective to achieve the revenge he craves. BAFTA nominee Tom Bell
brings to life the mentally scarred lead character of gritty,
miserable, crime-ridden world, in this gripping complete collection,
highly recommended especially for British drama enthusiasts. Bonus
material includes episode commentaries on the first and final episodes
by the writer, director, and producer. 6 episodes on 2 DVDs, 302 min.,
full screen, SDH subtitles.
The Adventures of Merlin, 3rd Season
BBC
0780681576, $49.98, www.bbcdvd.com
The Adventures of Merlin is now in its third season, and this
compilation of adventures is finally released for North American
audiences who have had prior enthusiasm for the adventures of Merlin
and Arthur in early Camelot. Fine monsters, quick action, and plenty
of depth of characterization offers many satisfying twists and turns
of plot while a 'Making of Merlin Season 3' featurette and the
inclusion of deleted scenes makes this a winner for DVD and science
fiction and fantasy collections alike.
Primeval Volume 3
BBC America
0780670167, $49.98, www.bbcdvd.com
PRIMEVAL is now in its third season and despite the elimination of
many of its characters in prior seasons, it continues to provide a
satisfying, gripping range of unpredictable twists and turns based on
a team of specialists appointed by the government to handle the rips
in time that are affecting the UK and the world. Connor and Abby face
more dangerous creatures from past and present as they get closer to
understanding the history of the anomalies that are changing their
world. Prior fans will consider this a 'must have' acquisition!
Dr. Who releases
BBC America
$34.98 each, www.bbcdvd.com
DR. WHO: INVASION OF THE DINOSAURS (0780684419) covers the Jon Pertwee
years from 1970-74, appears in a 2-DVD set, and tells of the Doctor
and Sarah Jane's return to London, where they find a dead and vacant
city. Somehow dinosaurs have returned to Earth and the Doctor is just
beginning to uncover how they are operating when Sarah Jane is
kidnapped and he faces added dangers. This re-mastered version of the
classic Who has bonus features of audio commentary, a making-of
featurette, photo gallery, and more. DR. WHO: THE ANDROID INVASION
(0780684427) features The Tom Baker years from 1974-81, where Dr. Who
sidekick Sarah Jane returns to her sleepy English village home only to
find it deserted with white-suited spacemen patrolling the countryside
and the dead coming back to life. The Doctor decides to contact UNIT
for help, but his friends are also in danger and UNIT itself may be
infected in this riveting story. Both are top picks for any science
fiction or Dr. Who collection.
Yang Tai Chi for Beginners
Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming, Ph.D.
YMAA Publications
PO Box 480
Wolfeboro, NH 03894-0480
9781594392306 $29.95 www.ymaa.com
Expert Tai Chi Chuan teacher Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming Ph.D. presents Yang
Tai Chi for Beginners, a step-by-step guide to Yang Tai Chi, the most
widely practiced Tai Chi style in the world. Viewers will learn the
basic exercises that relax the mind and body, bolster physical health,
and promote inner calm. Tai Chi is low-impact exercise, suitable for
practitioners of all skill and fitness levels; both front and rear
angle views the viewer in following the form demonstrations. Nearly
five minutes of instructional content distinguish Yang Tai Chi for
Beginners as an in-depth resource, far above and beyond most brief
fitness DVDs. Yang Tai Chi for Beginners is more than an excellent
supplement to any fitness video library; it's a superb guide to
reaping the incalculable physical and mental benefits of an ancient
cultural practice. Highly recommended. 293 min.
Dare to Cook Chocolate: Holiday Confections
With "Chocolate Man" Bill Fredericks
ChocolateMan.com
Bennet Watt HD Productions, Inc.
13021 - 244 Avenue SE
Issaquah, WA 98027
9781604900668 $34.95 www.Bennett-Watt.com
Part of the "Dare to Cook Chocolate" series, Dare to Cook Chocolate:
Holiday Confections is an instructional 2-DVD set that lives up to its
title with step-by-step, user-friendly instructions to creating
exotic, beautiful, and incredibly tasty hand-made chocolates with a
seasonal or holiday theme. Hosted by "the Chocolate Man" Bill
Frederick, an internationally trained chef of 20 years' experience who
specializes in scrumptious chocolate desserts, Dare to Cook Chocolate:
Holiday Confections demystifies the craft of the chocolatier for
viewers of all culinary backgrounds and experience levels. Viewers are
walked through fork and hand dipping techniques; methods for using
molds; and instructions for preparing everything from spring molds of
bunnies & eggs to tuxedo strawberries, lemon ginger truffles, fondant
for hand dipped cherry cordials, peanut butter cups, and much more,
even "chocolate pizzas" with fruits and nuts. A wonderful choice for
the adventurous chef interested in creating handmade desserts with a
difference, Dare to Cook Chocolate: Holiday Confections is highly
recommended.
Building an HO Layout
TM Books & Video
PO Box 9228
Michigan City, IN 46361
$14.99 www.tmbv.com
Building an HO Layout is a step-by-step DVD designed to aid model
railroad enthusiasts in crafting a realistic setting for their train.
Covering a wide range of activities from track plan and bench work to
wiring, lighting model buildings, paint surfaces, building a trestle
bridge, crafting scenery and mountains, and much more, Building an HO
Layout is a comprehensive how-to guide perfect for getting started in
this absorbing and delightful pastime. Highly recommended, especially
for beginners just getting started in the hobby, or intermediate
hobbyists seeking hands-on tips, tricks, and techniques to refine
their skill. 70 min.
V.I.E.W. Video
34 East 23rd Street
New York, NY 10010
www.view.com
Featuring digitally mastered audio and video, two installments in the
"Hooked On" DVD series by V.I.E.W. Video reinvent the hit songs of
wildly popular bands. "Hooked on The Beatles" (0803023383, $14.98, 1
hour) offers a medley of The Beatles's greatest songs - as
reinterpreted and performed by The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and
The Royal Choral Society! Conductor Louis Clark leads the grand, full-
length live concert performance, attended by Paul and Linda McCartney
as well as Queen Elizabeth II and The Duke of Edinburgh. In "Hooked on
Queen" (0803023359, $14.98, 1 hour), The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
lends their talent to performing Queen's exciting and enduring hits,
brilliantly paired with stunning live-action footage from a wide
variety of sports. Both DVDs dare to transcend genres and reach out to
classical and pop culture music buffs alike, daring fans of each
musical type to experience and appreciate the joys of the other type.
Highly recommended.
EDITOR'S NOTE:
The Midwest Book Review is an organization of volunteers committed to
promoting literacy, library usage, and small press publishing. We
accept no funds from authors or publishers. Full permission is given
to post any of these reviews on thematically appropriate websites,
newsgroups, listserves, internet discussion groups, organizational
newsletters, or to interested individuals. Please give the Midwest
Book Review a credit line when doing so.
The Midwest Book Review publishes the monthly book review magazines
"California Bookwatch", "Internet Bookwatch", "Children's Bookwatch",
"MBR Bookwatch", "Reviewer's Bookwatch", and "Small Press Bookwatch".
All are available for free on the Midwest Book Review website at www
(dot) midwestbookreview (dot) com
Anyone wanting to submit books for review consideration can send them
to:
James A. Cox, Editor-in-Chief
Midwest Book Review
278 Orchard Drive
Oregon, WI 53575-1129
To submit reviews of any fiction or non-fiction books, email them to
Frugalmuse (at) aol (dot) com (Be sure to include the book title,
author, publisher, publisher address, publisher website/phone number,
13-digit ISBN number, and list price).
James A. Cox, Editor-in-Chief
Midwest Book Review
The Brief: Complete Collection
Acorn Media Group
8515 Georgia Avenue, Suite 620
Silver Spring, MD 20910-3403
9781598287431 $59.99 www.acornonline.com
The Brief: Complete Collection gathers all eight episodes of a British
criminal law drama trimmed with a razor-edged sardonic wit. Actor Alan
Davies (known for his performance in "Jonathan Creek") brings to life
the character of barrister Henry Farmer, an adulterous gambling addict
who is nevertheless the last, best hope of innocent people struggling
to avoid jail. Farmer's father is liberally harsh with words; his son
is distant and distrustful; and his current lover happens to be the
wife of a powerful politician! Beset at every turn by the threats of
exposure, financial ruin, and disintegrating family life, does Farmer
have a prayer of earning a reprieve for himself, let alone his
clients? The Brief: Complete Collection is sure to prove a choice pick
for public library collections as well as the movie shelves of legal
drama aficionados. 8 episodes on 4 DVDs, 559 min., widescreen, SDH
subtitles.
Out
Starring Tom Bell
Acorn Media Group
8515 Georgia Avenue, Suite 620
Silver Spring, MD 20910-3403
9781598287486 $39.99 www.acornonline.com
Set in the 1970's, Out is a stark British crime drama - from the
criminal's point of view! Having served eight years in prison after
the fallout of a catastrophic bank heist, newly released gangster
Frank Ross searches with a vengeance for the snitch who ratted him
out. Intelligent, savvy, streetwise, and brutally ruthless, Ross must
evade the machinations of both a murderous crime boss and a dogged
detective to achieve the revenge he craves. BAFTA nominee Tom Bell
brings to life the mentally scarred lead character of gritty,
miserable, crime-ridden world, in this gripping complete collection,
highly recommended especially for British drama enthusiasts. Bonus
material includes episode commentaries on the first and final episodes
by the writer, director, and producer. 6 episodes on 2 DVDs, 302 min.,
full screen, SDH subtitles.
The Adventures of Merlin, 3rd Season
BBC
0780681576, $49.98, www.bbcdvd.com
The Adventures of Merlin is now in its third season, and this
compilation of adventures is finally released for North American
audiences who have had prior enthusiasm for the adventures of Merlin
and Arthur in early Camelot. Fine monsters, quick action, and plenty
of depth of characterization offers many satisfying twists and turns
of plot while a 'Making of Merlin Season 3' featurette and the
inclusion of deleted scenes makes this a winner for DVD and science
fiction and fantasy collections alike.
Primeval Volume 3
BBC America
0780670167, $49.98, www.bbcdvd.com
PRIMEVAL is now in its third season and despite the elimination of
many of its characters in prior seasons, it continues to provide a
satisfying, gripping range of unpredictable twists and turns based on
a team of specialists appointed by the government to handle the rips
in time that are affecting the UK and the world. Connor and Abby face
more dangerous creatures from past and present as they get closer to
understanding the history of the anomalies that are changing their
world. Prior fans will consider this a 'must have' acquisition!
Dr. Who releases
BBC America
$34.98 each, www.bbcdvd.com
DR. WHO: INVASION OF THE DINOSAURS (0780684419) covers the Jon Pertwee
years from 1970-74, appears in a 2-DVD set, and tells of the Doctor
and Sarah Jane's return to London, where they find a dead and vacant
city. Somehow dinosaurs have returned to Earth and the Doctor is just
beginning to uncover how they are operating when Sarah Jane is
kidnapped and he faces added dangers. This re-mastered version of the
classic Who has bonus features of audio commentary, a making-of
featurette, photo gallery, and more. DR. WHO: THE ANDROID INVASION
(0780684427) features The Tom Baker years from 1974-81, where Dr. Who
sidekick Sarah Jane returns to her sleepy English village home only to
find it deserted with white-suited spacemen patrolling the countryside
and the dead coming back to life. The Doctor decides to contact UNIT
for help, but his friends are also in danger and UNIT itself may be
infected in this riveting story. Both are top picks for any science
fiction or Dr. Who collection.
Yang Tai Chi for Beginners
Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming, Ph.D.
YMAA Publications
PO Box 480
Wolfeboro, NH 03894-0480
9781594392306 $29.95 www.ymaa.com
Expert Tai Chi Chuan teacher Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming Ph.D. presents Yang
Tai Chi for Beginners, a step-by-step guide to Yang Tai Chi, the most
widely practiced Tai Chi style in the world. Viewers will learn the
basic exercises that relax the mind and body, bolster physical health,
and promote inner calm. Tai Chi is low-impact exercise, suitable for
practitioners of all skill and fitness levels; both front and rear
angle views the viewer in following the form demonstrations. Nearly
five minutes of instructional content distinguish Yang Tai Chi for
Beginners as an in-depth resource, far above and beyond most brief
fitness DVDs. Yang Tai Chi for Beginners is more than an excellent
supplement to any fitness video library; it's a superb guide to
reaping the incalculable physical and mental benefits of an ancient
cultural practice. Highly recommended. 293 min.
Dare to Cook Chocolate: Holiday Confections
With "Chocolate Man" Bill Fredericks
ChocolateMan.com
Bennet Watt HD Productions, Inc.
13021 - 244 Avenue SE
Issaquah, WA 98027
9781604900668 $34.95 www.Bennett-Watt.com
Part of the "Dare to Cook Chocolate" series, Dare to Cook Chocolate:
Holiday Confections is an instructional 2-DVD set that lives up to its
title with step-by-step, user-friendly instructions to creating
exotic, beautiful, and incredibly tasty hand-made chocolates with a
seasonal or holiday theme. Hosted by "the Chocolate Man" Bill
Frederick, an internationally trained chef of 20 years' experience who
specializes in scrumptious chocolate desserts, Dare to Cook Chocolate:
Holiday Confections demystifies the craft of the chocolatier for
viewers of all culinary backgrounds and experience levels. Viewers are
walked through fork and hand dipping techniques; methods for using
molds; and instructions for preparing everything from spring molds of
bunnies & eggs to tuxedo strawberries, lemon ginger truffles, fondant
for hand dipped cherry cordials, peanut butter cups, and much more,
even "chocolate pizzas" with fruits and nuts. A wonderful choice for
the adventurous chef interested in creating handmade desserts with a
difference, Dare to Cook Chocolate: Holiday Confections is highly
recommended.
Building an HO Layout
TM Books & Video
PO Box 9228
Michigan City, IN 46361
$14.99 www.tmbv.com
Building an HO Layout is a step-by-step DVD designed to aid model
railroad enthusiasts in crafting a realistic setting for their train.
Covering a wide range of activities from track plan and bench work to
wiring, lighting model buildings, paint surfaces, building a trestle
bridge, crafting scenery and mountains, and much more, Building an HO
Layout is a comprehensive how-to guide perfect for getting started in
this absorbing and delightful pastime. Highly recommended, especially
for beginners just getting started in the hobby, or intermediate
hobbyists seeking hands-on tips, tricks, and techniques to refine
their skill. 70 min.
V.I.E.W. Video
34 East 23rd Street
New York, NY 10010
www.view.com
Featuring digitally mastered audio and video, two installments in the
"Hooked On" DVD series by V.I.E.W. Video reinvent the hit songs of
wildly popular bands. "Hooked on The Beatles" (0803023383, $14.98, 1
hour) offers a medley of The Beatles's greatest songs - as
reinterpreted and performed by The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and
The Royal Choral Society! Conductor Louis Clark leads the grand, full-
length live concert performance, attended by Paul and Linda McCartney
as well as Queen Elizabeth II and The Duke of Edinburgh. In "Hooked on
Queen" (0803023359, $14.98, 1 hour), The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
lends their talent to performing Queen's exciting and enduring hits,
brilliantly paired with stunning live-action footage from a wide
variety of sports. Both DVDs dare to transcend genres and reach out to
classical and pop culture music buffs alike, daring fans of each
musical type to experience and appreciate the joys of the other type.
Highly recommended.
EDITOR'S NOTE:
The Midwest Book Review is an organization of volunteers committed to
promoting literacy, library usage, and small press publishing. We
accept no funds from authors or publishers. Full permission is given
to post any of these reviews on thematically appropriate websites,
newsgroups, listserves, internet discussion groups, organizational
newsletters, or to interested individuals. Please give the Midwest
Book Review a credit line when doing so.
The Midwest Book Review publishes the monthly book review magazines
"California Bookwatch", "Internet Bookwatch", "Children's Bookwatch",
"MBR Bookwatch", "Reviewer's Bookwatch", and "Small Press Bookwatch".
All are available for free on the Midwest Book Review website at www
(dot) midwestbookreview (dot) com
Anyone wanting to submit books for review consideration can send them
to:
James A. Cox, Editor-in-Chief
Midwest Book Review
278 Orchard Drive
Oregon, WI 53575-1129
To submit reviews of any fiction or non-fiction books, email them to
Frugalmuse (at) aol (dot) com (Be sure to include the book title,
author, publisher, publisher address, publisher website/phone number,
13-digit ISBN number, and list price).
James A. Cox, Editor-in-Chief
Midwest Book Review
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