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Top 10 True Crime/Gruesome Nonfiction Books
For the past decade or so, my reading habits have changed significantly. I still devour some fiction, but by far the bulk of my pleasure reading is nonfiction. Part of this is because the adage that truth is stranger (and therefore more interesting) than fiction is often true. But part of it is based on my paranoia about copying or even unconsciously plagiarizing other novelists' creations. I realize that this is kind of stupid in that I've already read hundreds or thousands of novels throughout my life, so accidentally ripping someone off is still therefore possible. Even someone as talented as George Harrison was not immune to this, with his "My Sweet Lord"—"He's So Fine" fiasco. My point is that however misguided or silly my motives, I mostly read the true stuff now. One thing hasn't changed, however. My taste has gone from reading mostly horror novels, or science fiction and fantasy with disturbing aspects to them, to reading true crime stories, or at least historical accounts with some gruesome aspect to them. Therefore, this will be a Top 10 of my favorite true crime or disturbing nonfiction books. This actually fits in well with my Musa offerings, since if they were true they'd qualify in these categories.
1) In Cold Blood written by Truman Capote in 1965. No discussion of true crime could ignore the book which essentially started the whole genre. Capote's account of Richard Hickock and Perry Smith's horrific mass murder of the Clutter family in small town Kansas is both appalling and riveting. So much so that two movies were made basically about the writing of this book.
2) Helter Skelter 1974 by Vincent Bugliosi with Curt Gentry. The Tate/LaBianca murders in 1969 shocked the world. Then the revelation that they were committed by a deranged dark hippie cult led by charismatic madman Charles Manson was additionally morbidly fascinating. And who better to tell the story than the prosecutor who locked the murderers (and their evil guru) up? Bugliosi is one of my favorite authors, who also wrote great books about the JFK assassination and the O.J. Simpson case.
3) Alive 1974 by Piers Paul Read. In 1972 the plane carrying a Uruguayan rugby team crashed in the Andes. Over the course of over 70 days the survivors were forced to resort to cannibalism. Incredibly, this was required reading for my class in high school. It was certainly more of a page-turner than say, A Separate Peace or The Iceman Cometh.
4) Zodiac written by Robert Graysmith in 1976. The Zodiac case was a 20th century American version of Jack the Ripper, as both concerned brutal murders, and were committed by a clever maniac who took souvenirs, taunted the press with letters, and was never caught or identified. This book (and to a lesser extent, the 2002 sequel Zodiac Unmasked) gives a fascinating and comprehensive account. Also made into a movie, and shades of the Capote films it was almost more about the author's unhealthy obsession with solving the crime.
5) You'll Never Make Love in This Town Again 1995/96 by Robin, Liza, Linda, and Tiffany as told to Joanne Parrent. Slightly lighter fare, this includes the stories of several women who were either prostitutes or groupies, and their trysts with famous actors and musicians. Disturbing (some of them were unwilling and/or abused) yet salaciously interesting at the same time. The intimate details of stars like Rod Stewart, Sylvester Stallone, John Ritter, Gary Busey, Vanna White, Dennis Hopper, and many more make for compelling reading.
6) King Leopold's Ghost 1998, by Adam Hochschild. Horrifying account of how Belgian King Leopold II was responsible for the murders of millions of Africans in the Congo, and escaped without any real punishment and even much notice in history. Conrad's fictionalized Heart of Darkness if anything soft-pedaled many of the inhuman atrocities here. Well worth reading, but obviously extremely depressing as well.
7) In the Heart of the Sea 2000, by Nathaniel Philbrick. About the real life event which largely inspired Melville's Moby-Dick. In 1820 the whaling ship the Essex was attacked, and sank by a giant rogue sperm whale. The crew escaped in several small boats, and in the months that followed before some were rescued they were reduced to cannibalism in order to survive. Well researched and very well written, as are all of Philbrick's books. He also wrote a great book on Custer's Last Stand.
8) Devil's Knot 2002, by Mara Leveritt. The West Memphis Three were recently (2011) released after over 18 years in prison for murders that they didn't commit. Along with the three Paradise Lost documentaries, this is a comprehensive account of the murders, the investigation, and the trial. This is a tough book to get through, as it is so infuriating. The police force bungled the investigation, ignored obvious culprits, and pinned it on three kids essentially because they wore black t-shirts and liked heavy metal music. A film version is due out later this year.
9) Running with Scissors 2002 by Augusten Burroughs. Bizarre, twisted, yet hilarious memoir of Burroughs's non-conventional upbringing, especially his time with his mother's psychiatrist's family. Almost anything went in this weirdo household, including the doctor's scatological take on entrails-reading. Not surprisingly, the family has accused Burroughs of exaggerating/lying, so there's that, and parts of the book are difficult to read for graphic reasons, but still, very oddly entertaining.
10) The Hot Zone 1994, by Richard Preston. Bio-terror account of how an infectious virus nearly incapacitated the U.S. in 1993. Has excruciating detail of exactly what Ebola is all about, and how dangerous it is. The copy I have contains a back cover blurb about how horrifying Stephen King found it, so that's a ringing endorsement.
Picking just ten books was difficult, kind of a morbid, literary version of Sophie's Choice. Hope I've sparked some interest in checking out these books, and I welcome any of your recommendations.
This time, the zombies aren't the bad guys.
Kurt Minnifield is a fledgling actor playing a zombie in a low budget horror movie. The director and crew decide to move their shooting to lovely and isolated Watkins State Park...only they fail to get proper permission.
Victor Newsome is a thirteen year old trying to shed his nerdy image and learn outdoor skills at a special survival camp. After teaching the boys how to make shelter and kill their own food, the counselors take the boys on a day trip to the neighboring state park--Watkins.
A series of ethical lapses, poor decisions, and bad luck lead to a colossal misunderstanding. Violence erupts as both sides fight desperately against a dangerous set of foes. Who will be more savage--the literal "monsters," or the boys equipped with deadly weapons, and the knowledge of how to use them?
To read an excerpt from Dead Reckoning, please click HERE.
Learn more about Paul Stansfield on his entertaining blog.
6 comments:
- KM said...
A great list! I've read most of these, but I'm adding the others to my (enormous) TBR pile!
THank you.
- Sharon Ledwith said...
Suddenly, I don't feel so hungry anymore. Great group of reads, Paul! Cheers for sharing and best of luck with all your publshing endeavors!
- Paul Stansfield said...
KM--Glad I could help out with some book suggestions. After I compiled this list I had to go back and reread most of them. Thanks for stopping by. Sharon--Yeah, I think it's fair to say that most of these books aren't dinner-time reading for most folks. Appreciate your kind support, as always.
- Vonnie said...
WTG Paul. A very DIFFERENT blogpost. Love true crime. Read most of those but now I want to read numbers 5 and 10. Always intriguing to know the real background of crimes - sometimes stuff that goes way back as much as 20 years. Best of luck with Dead Reckoning.
- Paul Stansfield said...
Vonnie--Don't think you'll be disappointed by those two books you mentioned. Just finished another interesting true crime account about the 1930's Cleveland Torso Murders. Grim but fascinating. Thanks for dropping in.
- nazrul islam said...
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By Sandra Sanchez, Program Director, AFSC Iowa Immigrants Voice Program
Bullets vs. stones can only have one outcome: innocent dead people. Whether the story of throwing of stones at border patrol officers is true or not, the use of lethal force against those who reportedly threw stones at border agents is unacceptable. Jose Antonio Rodriguez and more recently two Guatemalans, as reported by The Monitor's October 26, 2012 edition, are the latest deaths at the hands of border agents using lethal force against unarmed immigrants either in the Mexican or American side of the border. This policy should end, and the incidents' investigations should be expedited and make public. Read below an excerpt of these tragedies at the border.
(Source: http://www.fronterasdesk.org/news/2012/oct/26/border-patrol-shootings-going-unresolved/)
The most recent death in Nogales was also blamed on rocks. Sixteen-year-old Jose Antonio Rodriguez was either part of a group throwing rocks at a border agent in Nogales or he was an innocent boy walking along the sidewalk 40 feet away from the border. He was found lying on the ground in a pool of his own blood.
"Seven times, two through his head. And seven through his body," said Luis Parra, a lawyer hired by Rodriguez' family.
A bullet also hit the boy in the arm. Another eight bullet holes peppered the wall over and around his body.
The bullet holes that struck the walls of the building have created much controversy. The building is set at a 45 degree angle to the border wall. Half the bullets face the wall, but the other half would have had to come from further away.


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Plays at the plate made the difference on a wacky Wednesday of baseball at Alex Box Stadium. On a night that included a dropped infield popup, a failed full-count squeeze attempt and a Southeastern Louisiana runner scoring from second on a wild pitch, No. 3 LSU preserved a 4-3 victory when sophomore catcher Ty Ross tagged out a runner at the plate on a wild pitch in the eighth.
"Is it a full moon tonight? It was one of those kind of games," LSU Coach Paul Mainieri said.
The Tigers scored all their runs in the third inning, on a sacrifice fly by junior left fielder Raph Rhymes, an RBI double by senior shortstop Austin Nola and a two-run single by freshman first baseman Tyler Moore.
"I was pretty pumped up," Moore said. "I was pretty excited about the base hit and scoring two right there."
Moore was later involved in perhaps the strangest play of the night in the bottom of the eighth inning that not even he could explain.
With Nola on first base, Moore lined a ball into right field, which appeared to be caught. The umpire ruled that the ball hit the ground, but Moore had started veering toward the dugout thinking he was out.
"Will Davis, our first base coach, said the right fielder clearly caught the ball about knee high," Mainieri said.
The umpires eventually ruled that Moore was out on a throw to first base, and then Nola was tagged out at second.
Neither Nola or Moore were sure what the call was, so Moore returned to first base. Mainieri then ran out to tell Moore to take another base as the SLU players trotted in, and the Lions tagged him out -- again -- at second.
Senior third baseman Tyler Hanover did his best to explain.
"They get Tyler Moore out at first, they throw the ball to second, I guess they tag (Nola) out," Hanover said. "Tyler Moore's standing on first, and Mainieri comes out of the dugout telling Moore to run to second because he's safe. Then (SLU) runs off the field and have a heads up play and get (Moore) out at second. Somewhere along those lines. They got anywhere from four to five outs that inning."
Mainieri said after one of the most bizarre plays he has seen, in one of the weirdest games of baseball he's coached, he wanted to look at the positives.
"What I choose to dwell on is Austin Nola got a really big base hit for us, Tyler Moore got a really big base hit for us, Raph Rhymes, with two strikes on him, battled a pitcher to a sacrifice fly, and most of our relief pitchers did a really good job," Mainieri said.
After the breakout four-run third, the Tigers had just two hits the remainder of the game, including one by Rhymes, who extended his hitting streak to eight games. Rhymes also made an acrobatic play, leaping in left field to prevent extra bases in the sixth inning.
The Lions scored twice on wild pitches, the second one coming home from second base to cut the lead to 4-2 in the sixth inning.
SLU second baseman Brock Hebert cut the lead to 4-3 on an RBI triple in the eighth inning before he was tagged out to end the frame on the wild pitch.
"We knew coming into the game they were going to be really aggressive," Hanover said.
LSU's bullpen allowed just two hits and two runs in six innings, capped by junior pitcher Nick Goody's perfect ninth inning, which earned him his seventh save of the season.
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@TomCruise @RockOfAgesMovie Tom Cruise should have been a rockstar for real life! He rocked it in the movie!!!!! SOO HOTTTTT
— Surah JLo Mariah♥ (@SmileySueS) June 15, 2012
Great job @TomCruise. Loved u in #RockOfAges..#ParadiseCity
— ayushi djr markus (@SaysDjrAyushi) June 15, 2012
@juliannehough @TomCruise saw Rock of ages on Tuesday 10/10 couldn't sit still want to see it again. @rustyrockets & alec Baldwin oh my
— Emma Finnegan (@Gossipgirl25) June 15, 2012
#RockOfAges was AMAZING!!!! @TomCruise , YOU ROCK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
— Sarah Michelle (@sarahmusicant) June 15, 2012
Rock Of Ages was amazing! @DiegoBoneta @juliannehough @TomCruise @alecbaldwin & the rest of the cast were stunning. #mynewfavoritemovie
— Katie Michaels(@katieemegs) June 15, 2012
Check out what Tom had to say about both his most favorite 'Rock of Ages' songs, and, which songs were the most difficult to sing in this EXCLUSIVE TomCruise.com video from the Hollywood Premiere of 'Rock Of Ages':
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'Rock Of Ages' Synopsis:
Under the direction of Adam Shankman ("Hairspray"), New Line Cinema's feature film adaptation of the smash hit Broadway musical Rock of Ages comes to the big screen.
Rock of Ages tells the story of small town girl Sherrie and city boy Drew, who meet on the Sunset Strip while pursuing their Hollywood dreams. Their rock 'n' roll romance is told through the heart-pounding hits of Def Leppard, Foreigner, Journey, Poison, REO Speedwagon, Twisted Sister and more.
The movie musical stars Julianne Hough ("Burlesque"), with actor/singer Diego Boneta in his feature film debut, Russell Brand ("Arthur," "Get Him to the Greek"), Oscar® nominee Paul Giamatti ("Cinderella Man"), Academy Award® winner Catherine Zeta-Jones ("Chicago"), Malin Akerman ("The Proposal") and R&B queen Mary J. Blige, with Oscar® nominee Alec Baldwin ("The Cooler," TV's "30 Rock"), and Oscar® nominee Tom Cruise ("Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol," "Magnolia," "Jerry Maguire") as Stacee Jaxx.
Shankman directs Rock of Ages from a screenplay by Justin Theroux and Chris D'Arienzo and Allan Loeb, based on D'Arienzo's musical of the same name. The film is being produced by Matthew Weaver, Scott Prisand, Carl Levin, Tobey Maguire, Garrett Grant and Jennifer Gibgot, with Toby Emmerich, Richard Brener, Michael Disco, Samuel J. Brown, Hillary Butorac Weaver, Janet Billig Rich, Shankman and D'Arienzo serving as executive producers.
Rounding out the Rock of Ages creative team are director of photography Bojan Bazelli ("Hairspray"), production designer Jon Hutman ("It's Complicated"), editor Emma E. Hickox ("A Walk To Remember"), Oscar®-nominated costume designer Rita Ryack ("How the Grinch Stole Christmas," "Hairspray"), Grammy-nominated music supervisor Matt Sullivan ("Dreamgirls," "Nine"), and Emmy Award-winning choreographer Mia Michaels ("So You Think You Can Dance"). The original score is by executive music producer Adam Anders and Peer Astrom (TV's "Glee").
New Line Cinema presents, a Corner Store Entertainment production, in association with Material Pictures, in association with Offspring Entertainment, an Adam Shankman film, "Rock of Ages." Opening in theaters and IMAX on June 15, 2012, the film will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.
This film has been rated PG-13 by the MPAA for sexual content, suggestive dancing, some heavy drinking, and language.
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Jury selection was scheduled to begin today. But the trial was postponed again because Venable's attorney is tied up on another trial elsewhere. Once that trial is over, Venable's trial here can be rescheduled.
The trial was originally to begin in June for but was postponed after a trial being conducted by Superior Judge Stephen Rubin took longer than expected.
Venable, 54, faces three counts of criminal sexual contact, fourth degree; five counts of endangering the welfare of a child, third degree; three counts of endangering the welfare of a child, second degree; two counts of sexual assault, second degree; and engaging in prostitution, third degree.
The 15-count indictment was handed up by a Hunterdon County grand jury on June 19, 2008.
The alleged crimes occurred in Kingwood and Delaware townships and Flemington, according to the indictment. Most of the victims were between 13 and 16 years old.
According to officials, the victims told authorities that Venable assaulted them and/or showed them pornographic materials. The boys reported incidents dating as far back as 1995 and as recent as January 2008.
One told Hunterdon investigators he was assaulted in Seaside Heights. Venable also faces first-degree and other charges in Ocean County, where he allegedly assaulted two children. He is free on bail.
He had been a volunteer firefighter for more than 30 years, belonging to both the Raritan Township and Sergeantsville fire companies, and was active in the Hunterdon County Fire Chiefs Association.


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March is National Nutrition Month and we are eating our way through the rainbow-ROYGBIV style. Today's color is Yellow! What makes these foods the color of the sun? The bright yellow color shows you these yellow foods are loaded with vitamins and minerals. The bright yellow color in fruits and vegetables comes from flavonoids, beta-carotene, and vitamin C, which helps prevent against aging, cancer and build overall health!
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Okla. City Thunder (24-18, 12-9 road) vs. Memphis Grizzlies (22-19, 15-5 home)
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Offensive Rating: Thunder – 106.1 (20th), Grizzlies – 110.4 (6th)
Defensive Rating: Thunder – 103.2 (4th), Grizzlies – 110.3 (25th)
Pace: Thunder – 92.2 (18th), Grizzlies – 93.9 (8th)
View from the enemy: 3 Shades of Blue
It's simple: Any games remaining against the Hornets, Jazz and Grizzlies are big. Very big. Not to say other remaining games aren't large in size, but these are potentially the teams you're going to be battling down the stretch for the final spot in the p-word. Already, the Thunder has two games up on Utah. They're one down to NOLA. But here's a chance to go two up on Memphis.
Last time these two teams met, OKC was abused on the glass but made enough plays to come out on top. Right around when that first game was when Memphis started moving from decent team into pretty good team. They're figuring out roles and they're figuring out how to win, especially at home.
But for some reason in my head, it seems like OKC does well against poor defensive groups. Maybe that's wrong, but typically when the Thunder can focus on winning a game on the defensive end, they fare alright. And with Memphis being 25th in defensive efficiency and relying mostly on scoring the ball, that matchup seems to lie in OKC's favor.
Memphis coming in: The Grizzlies come in off a tough loss Wednesday to the Hornets. After starting the season 1-7 and then 6-12, Memphis has gone 16-7 since Dec. 1. They've won four of five and seven of 10. Oh, and they're 15-5 at home.
Zach Randolph terrifies me, especially if Nick Collison is still out (still waiting on word). Randolph absolutely ate OKC alive on the glass in the first meeting. I think he had some 73 offensive rebounds in the third quarter alone. Jeff Green is going to struggle with him, Nenad Krstic will have equal difficulty and if there is no Collison, it will really be on Serge Ibaka to keep Randolph off the glass at least some. A good strategy would be for Uncle Jeff to attack Randolph early and try and get him in foul trouble. That was the plan in the first meeting and it limited Randolph's first half minutes.
Russell Westbrook had trouble keeping Mike Conley in front of him in the last meeting and as much high-screen-and-roll as the Grizz do, I imagine Westbrook might have some issues again. But he's due for a breakout game offensively and Conley isn't an especially strong defender so it could be tonight. Rudy Gay doesn't defend Kevin Durant that well, despite Gay's ideal height and length. And KD did a nice job containing Gay in the last meeting.
O.J. Mayo has become a really deadly shooter from outside, so Thabo can't slack at all. Mayo is a big part of spreading the floor for Memphis to get the ball into Randolph and Marc Gasol, so limiting Mayo from there will be important. And obviously the Thunder bench will play a large role in this one. Eric Maynor and James Harden could honestly be what make the difference.
The truly may be the biggest game to date for Oklahoma City. Like I said, here is a chance to go two up on Memphis, a team you're currently battling in the West. And both of those wins would have come on the road. It's a big time game for the Thunder and I expect a big time effort. The matchups should favor the Thunder, it's just aout late game execution and keeping Z-Bo off the glass. The Thunder have won three straight and are 2-0 on this road trip so far. A split was ideal when it started and three wins would have been gravy. And here's a chance to lock up No. 3 early.
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It's Green Week at Malone University
April 16, 2013 | Release # 6607
While Malone University takes pride in practicing a continued "green" initiative by practicing good stewardship of natural resources, there is an extra effort this week – designated as "Green Week" – on the Canton campus, leading up to Earth Day on Monday, April 22.
So far, students have conducted a campus clean up, and will be viewing the Pixar film Wall-E this evening in Silk Auditorium.
April 17 will feature student research presentations focusing on care of the environment will be presented in the Great Hall of the Brehme Centennial Center throughout the lunch period (11 a.m. – 1 p.m.)
Thursday, April 18, the campus will observe a Lights Out event, followed by a second campus clean up on Friday, April 19 from 2:30 – 5 p.m.
Monday, April 22, everyone is encouraged to wear green for Earth Day.
Malone University, a Christian university for the arts, sciences, and professions in the liberal arts tradition, affiliated with the Evangelical Friends Church, awards both undergraduate and graduate degrees in more than 100 academic programs. Malone has been recognized by the prestigious Templeton Foundation as a leader in character development, as one of Northeast Ohio's Top Workplaces by the Cleveland Plain Dealer, and is ranked among the top colleges and universities in the Midwest under the category Regional Universities according to U.S. News & World Report's America's Best Colleges 2015
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IVN-JAFI Social Groceries Project Expands to Druze Village
The new branch is the fourth food co-operative overall and first in the Israeli Arab sector. A new social grocery store in Beit Jann opened its doors to the public on May 15th, as the result of a collaborative partnership between IVN, the Jewish Agency for Israel and the Jewish Federations of New York and […]
IVN-JAFI Social Groceries Project: Third Store Opens in Yerucham
On December 21st, 2015, IVN together with JAFI, launched its Social Groceries Project, to help battle Israel's high cost of living. IVN is thrilled to announce the opening of the Social Groceries' third store located in Yerucham. The project is a joint initiative of IVN and JAFI. The Sderot grocery, which opened in October 2015 and […]
Two IVN Fellows Awarded the 2015 Knesset Speakers` Quality of Life Prize
We are thrilled to inform you that two of IVN's 2008-2010 Social Entrepreneur Fellows were recently awarded the Knesset Speakers` Quality of Life Prize for 2015. At a ceremony held at the Knesset on February 9, 2016, they were recognized for their efforts to promote understanding and coexistence between Jews and Arabs, protect human rights […]
The IVN-Yozma Fund Launch Event in NYC
On Wednesday, January 27th, IVN celebrated the launch of its IVN-Yozma Fund at Colors Restaurant in New York City. The IVN-Yozma Fund is Israel's first tri-sectorial social investment fund aimed at addressing the country's widespread unemployment problem. More than 85 members, partners and those wanting to learn more about this ground-breaking effort attended the event. […]
IVN's End-of Year Event
On January 19th, dozens of IVN mentors, members and entrepreneurs filled the Na Laga'at Center (meaning: please touch), a meeting place for the deaf, the blind, the deaf-blind and the general public to engage in dialogue. The evening was a wonderful opportunity for IVN's portfolio ventures and tens of dedicated, volunteer business mentors to meet […]
IVN in the Top 10: Ways to Invest in Israel
Today there are myriad ways to support Israel. Yaacov Benmeleh, of the online publication Moment, lists his top 10 ways to invest in Israel, and IVN is on that list! To read the full article, click here.


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Over the years, we avoided using tap water because we believe that bottled water is safer to drink and better for our health. However, a recent study suggests that commercialized bottled water may offer more harm than good. Finding shows that plastic containers used for bottled water, contains EDC or endocrine-disrupting chemical that may affect the hormonal systems, particularly the reproductive systems of the body.
According to a study conducted in 2010, adults who were exposed to EDC before they were born are more at risk of breast cancer than those who were not. EDCs or endocrine disruptors are compounds that can alter the normal process happening in the endocrine system which may cause cancerous tumors, birth defects and other developmental problems. EDCs are commonly used to make plastics used for storing food and water. One example is the Bisphenol A or (BPA) which is an EDC that is used to create feeding bottles for babies.
The previous study results have been reviewed by the researchers who recently made a new study to test if the EDCs present on commercialized bottled water has the possibility to become diffuse gradually. Similarly, they would like to check the type of EDCs, which can potentially mix with the water.
During the research, 18 commercialized bottled water were used for the testing. The researchers aim to detect if there are compounds present on the water which may interfere with the hormonal system of the body. It may lead to the blocking of estrogen activity (Antiestrogenic) or prevent androgens from expressing their biological effects on responsive tissues (antiandrogenic).
The result showed that among the 18 bottles of water, 13 bottles were found to cause antiestrogenic activity and 16 of the bottles demonstrated antiandrogenic activity. Another research was also conducted to see the compound present in the water called DEHF or (di(2-ethylhexyl) fumarate) . However, the said compound is only responsible for the antiandrogenic activity and the compound that produces antiestrogenic activity is yet to be found.
According to the authors of the study, another research needs to take place to discover the other EDC that causes antiestrogenic activity. They said,"We have shown that antiestrogens and antiandrogens are present in the majority of bottled water products. To identify the causative chemical, we applied a novel correlation approach to integrate biological and high-resolution mass spectrometry data. Structural elucidation led to dioctyl maleate/fumarate isomers as promising candidates."
"While chemical analysis confirmed that DEHF is the putative steroid receptor antagonist, this compound was weakly antiestrogenic in the bioassays, only,"
"We conclude that we have either missed active compound(s) or that another, untested maleate/fumarate isomer causes the antagonistic activity in bottled water." they added.
The researchers stated that they may be another active compound in the water that may cause the antagonistuc activity in the bottled water. In addition to this, there are isomers other than DEHF that were also antiestrogenic and antiandrogenic. "Moreover, maleates are structurally highly similar to phthalate plasticizers, well-known antiandrogens,"
"Therefore, we pose the hypothesis that dialkyl maleates and fumarates might represent a novel group of steroid receptor antagonists. This illustrates that in spite of the potentially relevant exposure and obvious resemblance to other EDCs, such chemicals have been so far disregarded by the scientific and regulatory community." they explained
Although the research has shown significant results, more studies need to be done to strengthen the evidence which suggests that DEHF can make people at risk of other diseases. Likewise, more research must take place to determine if manufacturers need to stop using DEHF to make plastic wares and containers to ensure the safety of their consumers. Nevertheless, the researchers are hoping that the results could increase the people's awareness of the potential danger caused by th EDCs in food and beverages.
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Room Makeovers on a Budget
Does your room need a little "oomph"? Do you need to change the "feel" of the room, the colors of the walls and the furniture but don't have the resources to do so? Then a room makeover on a budget may be just what you need.
One benefit of renovating a room is that you can employ certain design themes to suit your personality and atmosphere.
Keeping in mind that people sometimes spend up to 10 hours or more in a room for relaxation, sleeping or work, hence, a room needs to be treated as a form of retreat in order to instigate a peaceful mindset.
Room makeovers can be very costly and you may have to spend hundreds, if not thousands of dollars if you do not focus on money saving fundamentals as far as renovation is concerned.
Find New Remodeling Kitchen Ideas
So you are sick of your old kitchen? Tired of those boring countertops, old cabinets and scratched up floors? Need some new remodeling kitchen ideas? We've got plenty of ways to spruce up your kitchen, from a total redesign to a small facelift that remodels.
Kitchen designs can be simple, yet effective. The kitchen is no longer just serves a purpose, it is a room to be lived in and enjoyed by the whole family and by friends. It is a place to entertain and to provide the comfort and warmth that will spread through the entire household.
A great place to begin with remodeling kitchen ideas is to think of what you are attempting to accomplish. Do you want to bring color into your kitchen, do you need new appliances, are your floors in good condition and what about your counters and cabinets? If you just want to add a little style to your existing floor plan you can cut costs with cabinet refacing instead of brand new built cabinets or laminate countertops versus granite.
Garden Ideas
Your garden is a reflection of your aesthetic sense, creativity and your passion for the greens. It is very easy to have a small piece of land in the backyard, front yard or in the terrace dedicated for gardening. The natural instinct keeps the garden ideas flowing in. But what is more important is how you take care of your plants based on their needs and requirements. Here are some garden ideas that will definitely help you find what you want:
Organic Gardening – Started in the United States during the 1940s and 1950s, organic gardening is basically based on the concept of feeding the soil and not the plant. It believes that trees, plants are all part of a system in nature. Organic gardeners do not use any man-made synthetic fertilizers, nutrients or pesticides. They effectively apply the natural manure, compost or homemade pest controls for plant nutrition. They grow plants suited to the conditions available. The organic garden ideas follow decorum with the nature, for a healthy environment.
The Allure of the Parquet Wood Floor
In the olden times, particularly during 1625-1714 or what is known as the Baroque Period in France, the parquet floor was often seen in among the most elegant palaces and affluent homes. It was during this time when the most complex patterns and effects to parquet wood floors were being experimented upon.
However, in modern times, the parquet wood floor is slowly inching its way into humbler homes. It has even come to a point that there is now not only a parquet hardwood floor for the kitchen, there is also a parquet gym floor. This type of flooring is suited to such facilities such as a gym because it can withstand high traffic and is quite resistant to the constant drops of sweat on the gym floor.
The Parquet Wood Floor
A hardwood parquet flooring is actually made of pieces of hardwood that has been cut into square and come in geometric patterns. There are quite a lot of diverse design options when it comes to solid hardwood parquet flooring. These options include the laminate, the solid parquet, the parquet bamboo, the lamparquet, the multilayer and the mosaic, among others. The collection of parquet wood floors come in those that are made from cherry trees, maple, oak, beech and other types of woods.
Its Advantages
The installation of a parquet wood floor in your home is said to have quite a number of benefits aside from the aesthetic allure that it brings. The hardwood flooring could be cleaned quite easily and is more durable against stains and spills. It also has certain environmental advantages over other floor systems that are synthetic in nature or over the use of carpets. Parquet wood flooring is also easy to maintain. Once the flooring shows signs of damage, it can be revived through the application of light sanding and then, it can be resealed with the use of varnish. A parquet hardwood floor is also often installed immediately over a base that is concrete.
The Call for Parquet Flooring
There is now such a high demand for prefabricated parquet wood floors. Most people look for parquet made from beech, which is the most popular wood type used for this type of flooring and is usually preferred over the oak. These prefab parquet wood flooring are now available with surfaces that are waxed, pre-oiled or finished. This is because flooring manufacturers are now trying to make these parquet wood floors into something that could be cared for quite easily and as resistant to scratches as could be. Nowadays, consumers normally opt for the parquet wood flooring that comes in light colors. Right now, manufacturers recommend that parquet be installed through strip flooring.
The Parquet Wood Floor of the Past
In the past, parquet wood flooring was fashioned out of wood strips that were attached into blocks that were square in form. This type of wooden flooring was still very moisture-sensitive and normally bulged or collapsed after being exposed to extreme humidity. Nowadays, parquet wood floors are already made out of plywood or hardwood and is usually applied with a finish that is acquired through lamination. This flooring has already been noted to resist high levels of moisture. Basement level installation of these parquet floors could already even be done.
Because of the increasing concern over the environmental awareness among people, a lot of them have now given parquet wood floors a chance of making a huge comeback. The benefits of this type of flooring are even enhanced by its easy do-it-yourself installation offering.
A Hardwood Floor or Laminate Wood Floor – Which One is Right For You?
Hardwood floors are definitely "in" these days. Nothing gives a more classic look to a room than a hardwood floor. Some of the most pricey homes use nothing but wood throughout the house. It brings a warmth and charm to every room.
One of the drawbacks to a real hardwood floor is the cost. Although discount prices are available, you will not find cheap hardwood floor prices. Prices vary considerably depending on the brand you choose, the type of wood, the thickness of each piece and the construction type (engineered, parquet, solid, etc.) In general, you can find beautiful hardwood flooring in the price range of $3.00 to $7.00 per square foot if you plan to install it yourself. The price varies depending on where you buy the flooring, and whether you're having it installed or do it yourself.
True hardwood flooring is made from a variety of wood species including cedar, ash, elm, oak and cherry. While hardwood floor can be significantly more expensive than a laminate wood floor, it does offer several advantages. Hardwood floors can be sanded, allowing for easy removal and repair of surface problems and cosmetic imperfections. Damage to the floor can be repaired without having to replace the entire floor. One of the drawbacks to a hardwood floor is the fact that wood is susceptible to cracks and does require some care to keep it in good shape. If the floor isn't properly treated, a damp environment can cause the wood to swell, resulting in uneven areas on the floor, buckling and even cracking. Fortunately, there are many products available to help a hardwood floor maintain its beauty. Wood flooring maintenance and restoration products can be found online or at your local home improvement center.
If price is an issue, you do have an option. A laminate wood floor gives you the same look and feel for less than half the price. A laminate hardwood floor can cost as little as $1.45 to $3.50 per square foot, not including installation. If your heart is set on a wood floor, it may be beneficial to take a look at both hardwood flooring and laminate wood flooring before making your final choice.
A laminate wood floor looks like a real hardwood floor but it's not. It's made from a material that is manufactured from synthetic materials to give the appearance of real wood at a discount price. If you're on a budget, laminate wood flooring may be the more economical choice for you. In addition to price, a laminate wood floor does offer some additional advantages over a hardwood floor. Laminate hardwood flooring is water-resistant and is made up of several layers of material that provide protection to the structure of your floor. Many companies sell laminate wood flooring and almost all offer a lengthy warranty. One of the biggest drawbacks to a laminate wood floor is that it's prone to chipping and cannot be easily repaired if damage occurs. In general, if your laminate floor is damaged, the entire board must be replaced.
Whichever way you decide to go, either a hardwood floor or laminate wood floor will give your home a beautiful classic look. Solid wood floors can add significant value to your home but come with a hefty cost to purchase and install. A laminate wood floor gives you the look of authentic wood flooring without the price but won't necessarily increase the value of your home in the same way a real wood floor does.
Spend some time looking at and evaluating both types of flooring and then choose the one that's right for you.
Solid Wood Flooring in the Home
A solid wood floor can add warm tones and a stunning finish to any room. Constructed with pieces of solid wood they have tongue and groove sides so they can be easily connected together. Each piece has a different grain which combines to form a unique look whenever it is used. There is a huge variety of solid wood floors available with many types of wood species, colours and widths available at hardwood flooring suppliers.
The most popular option is oak wood flooring. Europe and America are both the main consumer and producer of this type of hardwood flooring. Oak is available in various types including red, white and European oak, each with their own hardness, grain and colour characteristics.
A cherry wood floor is another popular choice due to its striking grain markings and solid composition. Like other wood floors it is highly resistant to damage. Over time cherry wood flooring darkens from a pale pink colour to warm dark red tone
Exotic hardwoods can give a room a unique look are now readily available at major hardwood flooring suppliers. They can be found for sale alongside other classic real wood flooring such as maple, oak and ash. Real wood flooring can be purchased in pre-finished or unfinished styles. When laying unfinished wood flooring the product can be recoated many times to increase its life and make it last considerably longer than other flooring options.
When laying solid wood floors, begin with a flat, dry and solid sub floor such as concrete, wood or cork. Carpet is not suitable as a sub base and must be removed. Any deviations in level should be rectified with suitable floor filler. A plastic barrier to stop moisture is recommended for floors that are being installed on concrete or in damp areas. Harwood flooring should also be allowed time to acclimatise before it is set down by leaving it the room for several days. For a bathroom wood floor contact you local flooring supplier for suitable product support.
If you are using a wood floor sub base the solid wood floor should be installed at right angles to the original floorboards to aid strength and stability. An expansion area around the perimeter of the room is also recommended to allow for contractions and expansions throughout the winter and summer months. This expansion gap can be covered with skirting boards or a cover strip.
Solid wood floors are tough and hard wearing and by taking care of them their life can be prolonged. Keep gravel, dirt and grit at bay by using a doormat outside and inside the front door. Regular sweeping and vacuuming will take care of any dirt that does settle on the floor and will reduce scratches and everyday wear and tear. Avoid wearing stiletto heels on solid wood floors and if possible only wear indoor shoes or slippers on its surface.
Nothing comes close to the finish that can be achieved with a solid wood floor. By installing solid wood flooring the value of a home often increases and it can give a home the edge over similar property on the market. Solid wood floors are stain resistant and do not trap dust so are especially good for allergy sufferers. There is a wide range of tones, styles and prices on the market so whether you are looking for a cheap wood floor or the ultimate in hardwood flooring, you are sure to find the right match for your room.
Pros and Cons of using Real Wood Flooring
Due to the wide selection of flooring materials in the market today, choosing the perfect flooring material for your home or office need not be difficult. The more popular choices in the market are wood flooring, tiles, and vinyl and additional choices are available in each type of flooring material. Wood flooring can include birch, teak, or maple. Tiles can be ceramic, stone, or marble and vinyl flooring can either come in tiles or sheets. The choices for flooring materials are truly enormous, and your only limitation could be your choices and tastes, budget, and the requirements of your family or office.
Using wood flooring has bigger advantages than the other flooring materials. Its simplicity can instantly add beauty to your home. Wood flooring makes your home attractive, and provides a traditional, warm, and homely touch. It looks elegant, and its neutral color and style makes decorating easier. Wood is very easy to complement and decorate around. Whether your style is rustic country or contemporary, wood will suit your decorations and furnishings. Use wood flooring in your living room and the area looks cozy, inviting, and pleasant. Use it on bedrooms and they simply feel relaxed, romantic, and dreamy. Given the proper care and maintenance, wood flooring is also very durable and is said to last a lifetime.
Wood flooring can be installed easily. Today, manufacturers have developed installation systems that consumers can easily use to install by themselves in their homes at their own time and pace. More and more do-it-yourself (DIY) kits and packages get introduced in the market today and these are excellent alternatives for people who are interested in DIY projects. It also lessens the hassle of finding professional help to install wood flooring, not to mention the high costs that these people charge.
Maintaining wood flooring is also very easy. Dirt can be easily wiped away with a soft, damp, rug and cleaning solutions specific for wood flooring are widely available for more serious problems such as oil spills or wax drips. Scratches and cuts can be sanded out from time to time, so the floors will achieve the same look as they were when they were installed. Extending the life of your wood flooring is fairly easy too. Avoid water spills as wood tends to warp when they get wet. Wipe spills right away so they do not stain the wood. Protect wood flooring from the damages of sunlight, too, as light can make the wood fade and lose their original luster. Also, place rugs and carpets in high traffic areas of your home to minimize scratches and scuffs.
Wood flooring has big advantages, but it can also prove to be disadvantageous to others. Wood is difficult to maintain in regions where the air humidity is high because wood flooring responds quickly to changes in relative humidity. They will either expand or contract, causing breakage and cracks. Wood flooring is also impractical to use in areas such as kitchens because these areas tend to get wet and messy, especially if the wood is unfinished. If there are children in the house, wood flooring is prone to more serious damages such as stains, scratches, cuts, and scuffs. Wood flooring is also prone to damages brought by furniture. For others, periodic re-sanding may pose as another difficulty, for they are not trained for the task.
Wood flooring, like other flooring materials, has its share of pros and cons. But choosing and using wood is good for the environment. It is sustainable, recyclable, and it can simply outlast the lifespan of other flooring materials.
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Wood flooring has always been very popular. Wood floors have a formal, beautiful and warm look that is ideal for all kinds of rooms. They are also eco-friendly, affordable and the best part is, there is a lot of variety available. They are also relatively easy to maintain. Additionally, wood floors increase the value of a house and are therefore an investment. These days, wood flooring is being done in unique and custom designs like borders, medallions, hand-distressing, painting, mixed media, stain and exotic wood.
There are certain things to be considered while selecting wood flooring: the budget, the kind of wood to be used, the style or design, the traffic in the place where the floor would be installed, the color of the walls and the rest of the furniture, the kind of maintenance that could be possibly done and so on. Other questions to be considered are: how long the installation will take, if the contractor has a license and the warranties and guarantees.
There are different types, style, species, cuts (plainsawn/ quartersawn/ riftsawn) and grades (clear/select/common/first/second / third) of wood flooring. There are different styles of wood floorings: parquet, which is a series of flooring pieces arranged in a geometric design plank hardwood flooring, which are linear and wider planks of wood and strip, which is linear flooring that is not as wide. The various types of wood floors are acrylic impregnated wood floors, engineered wood floors, solid wood floors, pre-finished wood floors and unfinished wood floors. Wood floors are also classified on the basis of the kind of installation: floated, glued and nail/stapled. Other distinctions are the dimensions, the patterns and the color (ash, maple, pear, walnut, plum, oak stain white, bamboo, beech, mahogany). There are also exotic species of wood floors like birch, cherry, white oak, maple and red oak. Different kinds of woods are being combined to make custom wood floorings.
Wood flooring styles also depend on the kind of room. Custom designs like feature strips, medallions, accents and borders are ideal for foyers or entry rooms because these are formal areas. Lighter wood colors are ideal for formal living rooms and dining rooms, while darker colors are good for kitchens and family rooms. Darker colors are also perfect for bedrooms and office rooms, but the wood should be stronger since these rooms contain heavy furniture that is likely to be moved frequently.
Wood flooring can be installed by yourself or you can take the help of a contractor for installing and finishing wood floors. Since there is so much choice today, it is better to take the advice of a specialist in selecting the right kind of a floor. The internet is also a very good source of information for wood flooring.


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The lives of the four individuals who made up the Beatles were interwoven in the gloomy seaport town of Liverpool, England, but their collective influence has affected people everywhere.
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The author/illustrator of the highly successful "Getting to Know the World's Greatest Artists" series lends his creative talents to another fun, informative series, this one featuring world-famous composers. Venezia's clever mix of historical photos, his own tongue-in-cheek cartoon illustrations, and factual biographical text combine to present the composers as they really were.
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But, what about the billions of people around the world that do not fall into the 10/40 window? There are many countries in the world that are considered "reached". But, many of these countries have such a low population of believers of Christ that they are really no different than some unreached countries. In many of these countries that have been reached, generations have since passed and now we have a new segment of society of either unreached people groups or devout atheists. For example, here in the country of Albania where we serve it is considered a "reached" country. But, the percentage of born-again, truly transformed believers of Christ is nearly infinitesimal (less than 1%). Right out the front door of our house there are hundreds of people in our neighborhood who have never heard the Gospel before. But many of their parents or other family members have seen the Jesus Film many years ago. When Communism fell in 1992, missionaries from the West flocked to Albania eager to introduce millions of Albanians to the Gospel of Christ for the first time. This, after being closed off to the West for 40+ years. Every village in Albania had been essentially reached. There was even an influx of thousands of newly professed believers of Christ. And, Albania was figuratively checked off the "unreached" list by many missions sending agencies. As a result, many of these missionaries left, with little or no follow up. Many churches that were planted early on have since died out. And now we are once again back to square one, a country with a very small population of believers and with a large segment of society whose generation today have never heard the Gospel.
And, of course there are countries that have long ago been considered Christian countries, once beacons of light to other countries around the world sending thousands of missionaries to the darker recesses of the world. Most of these "Christian" countries exist in central and northern Europe, but also including North and South America. However, in these countries we are now actually seeing a reversal of people coming to faith, where the Christian population is actually declining and many are leaving the Christian faith and the church they once grew up in. Many have become disenfranchised with traditional "Churchianity" and are embracing alternative religions or no faith at all. For the first time last year in America, Protestantism was no longer the dominant religious faith, being outnumbered by a combination of other faiths or no faith at all. As a result, missionaries from other countries like South Korea and Nigeria are actually sending Christian missionaries to the US and Canada, introducing Americans to Christ and involved in new church planting efforts around the country. And in Europe, in countries like The Netherlands and Germany, churches are now being converted into mosques, museums, and market places. And, some of the highest populations of atheism are no longer found in Communist countries, but in places like Czech Republic, Estonia, Sweden, Denmark, Norway, France, and The Netherlands.
So, what do we do with all of this? What do we do with the declining population of those who profess a faith in Christ? What do we do with the increasing population of atheism? Well, global missions should truly remain global, not confined to a certain segment of the world's population; encompassing the entire globe, not just a focus on the "unreached" people groups of the world. I propose we open the window a bit more. Let's not limit it to the 10/40 window. Let's open it up 20 degrees more to include the former "Christianized" countries of the world such as Europe and North America. The way I see it, if we don't open the window, we will be calling America and Europe "unreached" countries 25-30 years from now. And, I mean that literally; where generations will have passed, and newer and younger generations will have never heard the Good News of Christ.
This leads me to another question. How do we reach those who are already reached? How do we reach out to those who have indeed heard the Gospel before but for whatever reason have chosen to reject its message? My guess, and I'm not claiming absolute certainty on this, is that many of these "reached" people are hearing a form of Christianity that is both westernized and institutionalized. A form of Christianity that finds it basis from an Enlightenment-era form of reasoning, focusing more on morality, debate, the afterlife, and following a list of do's and do nots. And, I don't believe this is the same Gospel message that Christ taught. People need to see love in action. Not only do they need to hear it through proclamation, but it needs to be modeled and demonstrated through our lives and our actions. They don't only want to hear what you have to say unless they truly know you care about them… now. People want to know how can a belief in Christ possibly benefit and change their life now, here, while on earth. One of my favorite quotes that I think best encapsulates the paradox of abundant life now and life after death is this:
"Few people are interested in a religion that has nothing to say to the world and offers them only life after death, when what people are really wondering is whether there is life before death." (Shane Claiborne)
We need Christians to not only mobilize around the world to distant and far off countries, but to remain in their own cities, towns, and villages. We need Christians to share the Gospel through both word and deed in their communities. And, I don't mean the stale, institutionalized form of Christianity to be propagated. I mean, the get-in-the-trenches, get-your-hands-dirty form of missions. Where we no longer focus on rules and morality, but focus on helping others, loving the least of these, and bridging the gap between the haves and have nots. We need to stop obsessing over immorality and obsess with loving others no matter who they are. And, I'm willing to bet this will require leaving the comforts of our own environment and our own biased socio-political ideologies. We need to bring the Light to the darkness and not expect the darkness to be the Light before we bring it.
A couple of examples come to mind of what it looks like to bring the Light of Jesus Christ to people through both word and deed:
I am reminded of my friend Don who lives and works among a shunned people group called the Roma, otherwise known as Gypsies. He has relied solely on faith to open a workshop in the slums of Tirane, Albania, enabling local Roma and Albanian men with new works skills and an opportunity to provide a better income for their families. At the same time, he spends time investing in the spiritual lives of these men through sharing the Gospel and conducting small Bible studies in his home or workshop.
I am reminded of Pastor Jeony who also lives and works near the slums in Tegucigalpa, Honduras. He has helped facilitate a school program that enables children and their parents to receive an education and job skills, allowing them to leave their lives working in the disease-infested city trash dump. This educational program doesn't go without hearing and learning about Christ. Each morning the children gather at the school to sing praises of worship to Jesus and learn more about God through the reading of Scripture.
Closer to home I am reminded of Shane who essentially moved from the comforts of his middle to upper class background and decided to live among the homeless of Philadelphia. This led him to start a new community revitalization project in what many would consider a gang-infested, drug-laden, and impoverished neighborhood. He, along with several others helped restore what was dismissed as hopeless, into a newly revitalized beautiful community where the homeless now live and thrive. All of this was accomplished alongside the teaching about God's love, grace, and salvation through faith in Jesus Christ.
Faith in action. This is how I believe we reach the reached with the Gospel message. There is certainly a place for the public proclamation of the Gospel, especially in unreached countries. But, in places where the Gospel is already being promulgated in churches, on TV, the radio, and bookstores; love in action is where people will truly see who Jesus is. And, this is what I believe the new wave of missions is to look like. Incarnational and holistic approach to ministry. Bringing justice where there is injustice. Enabling the poor to leave poverty. Reaching out to the disenfranchised, the unloved, and the oppressed. Helping men, women, and children see themselves for who they are, loved by God. Restoring them into the people that God intentionally desires them to be… created in His image, reconciled, rescued, and redeemed. Not for just the life after we die. But, for the life here and now. Making all things new. And, bringing God's kingdom onto earth just as it is in Heaven.


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Bill Schwartz doesn't remember his children screaming.
He doesn't remember his car rolling down the driveway, or the impact as it hit a neighbor's house.
He doesn't recall getting CPR. But that's why he's alive today.
The help he received at the start of a family outing in 2009 saved his life. Read the rest of the article.


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by Gay Daly
As a little girl, Daly says in her preface, she was always drawn to the paintings of "big dreaming ladies" with "masses of rippling, shimmering hair" she saw in museums and libraries. As a grown woman, she set herself the task of tracking down the real stories of these 19th-century models. The result is an irresistible chronicle of convoluted passions, precarious liaisons and twisted fates.
The painters in question—John Everett Millais, William Holman Hunt and Dante Gabriel Rossetti were among the most renowned—banded together in London in 1848. Young and lusting for artistic revolution, they dubbed themselves (more than a little self-seriously) the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood. In place of murky backgrounds and formulaic compositions, they pledged to pursue light, nature and the heroic subjects that had been favored by the Italian painters who predated Raphael.
As sexually repressed as the next Victorian, the Pre-Raphaelites nonetheless sought inspiration in women of all classes, and soon they had created a bohemian subculture in which desire ruled all. Hunt fell in love with the voluptuous barmaid Annie Miller, paid for her education, used her as a model—only to have her stolen (in both the private and professional meanings) by Rossetti, who perceived her as Helen of Troy. Rossetti, meanwhile, was tantalizing his "higher" love, Lizzie Siddall—a frail milliner's assistant whom he immortalized as Dante's Beatrice—with possibilities of marriage that took a decade to become reality. The most wanton of the Brothers, Rossetti also betrayed Lizzie with Fanny Cornforth, the prostitute who became his Fair Rosamund; he would also, years after Lizzie's suicide, steal his friend William Morris's most unhappy wife, Jane.
Indeed, the bed-hopping that went on among these couples seems only to have been surpassed by the abject terror they experienced when contemplating sex. Adept at painting their ideal women, the artists found such creatures all too difficult to find in life. As for the ladies—at a time when marriage was essential for female social survival—they proved remarkably courageous in their choices. Effie Gray, for example, suffered a six-year marriage to the critic John Ruskin in which he blamed his impotence on her "mental illness." When she filed for annulment (in order to marry Millais), she was upbraided in newspapers and shunned by the Queen.
Daly, who holds a Ph.D. in English literature from Yale, masterfully weaves social and art history into these romances, and writes, "It cannot have been an accident, that every husband stopped painting his wife within a few years of the wedding." And yet, throughout these tangled lives, there is among these people a paradoxically profound commitment to marriage, to family, to the notion of a permanent, romantic bond.
Daly starts out with the thesis that we may have far more in common with the Victorians than we would probably care to admit. It is a tribute to the compelling portraits she offers that, by the end of her book, such comparisons seem neither gratuitous nor insulting. In Daly's hands, this particular crew of Victorians becomes very, very good company. (Ticknor & Fields, $24.95)
Picks and Pans Review: Pre-Raphaelites in Love
updated 05/15/1989 AT 01:00 AM EDT
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About This BookEight-year-old Daisy's eyes are opened to the color of her skin when she is given a dark-skinned doll to hold during her poem recitation at the end-of-school program. What will she say when it is her turn to speak?
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Etling wasn't alone on the Mollenkopf Center sidelines. He was joined by a group of a hundred or so spectators—family members, friends, and even just fans of the Purdue program.
"It's going to take all of us to get this program where we want it to be," said new Purdue head coach Darrell Hazell, who opened his practices to the public, a rarity in major-conference college football.
Darrell Hazell's most important job is to win football games. Right now, his record shows zero wins and zero losses, and that's all his job requires him to worry about. But Hazell has taken on a side project: unite the fan base.
Inside Ross-Ade Stadium last season, Purdue's greater problem was illustrated by the thousands of empty seats. It was time for a change in leadership. Given the dwindling attendance figures, it became evident Purdue needed an ambassador for its football program.
In the weeks after taking over as head coach, Hazell began recruiting. He scoured the country looking for the next Boilermakers, but he also recruited on campus and around the community. He visited with fraternities and university organizations, offering a personal invitation to be a part of the program.
Hazell surrounded himself with a talented coaching staff, each bringing in a diverse background. But more importantly, it's a group which he can trust to build the team into a family.
With Hazell and his staff, there are no shenanigans in recruiting. He has honored each scholarship offer and has stood by every recruit. That's how a common trust is built.
Months after his senior season had ended, it appeared quarterback Ti Domhoff had lost all hopes of playing at any level of Division I football. A torn labrum took Domhoff's senior season from him, and it appeared his chances of playing in the Big Ten, too. However, Hazell wanted to stand by the kid he recruited at Kent State, offering a preferred walk-on position.
"Whether I play a down or not at Purdue, I knew I was going to have special four or five years there because I'm going to be playing for Coach Hazell," Domhoff told Boiler Sports Report in March, not long after accepting the walk-on spot with Purdue.
It's the little things from Hazell, such as a handshake or hello, that have brought unity and excitement to Boilermaker fans. For others like Ti Domhoff, it's a giant leap of faith that shows a symbol of loyalty.
We'll soon find out if Darrell Hazell can win football games—his most important task as Purdue's head coach. But his vision to build a community is clear and commendable.
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HONOLULU (AP) - Prosecutors have said they won't pursue drug possession charges against former University of Hawaii star quarterback Colt Brennan from his July arrest.
Prosecuting Attorney Keith Kaneshiro said in a statement that the decision was made based on a recent Hawaii Supreme Court opinion and other similar court decisions on drug possession and the intent to possess.
A plastic packet containing cocaine residue was found in Brennan's rented car after a police officer pulled him over for speeding in Kailua. Brennan was arrested for driving under the influence, and a police report said he had a blood-alcohol level of 0.17 percent.
Kaneshiro said prosecutors couldn't have proven beyond a reasonable doubt that the plastic packet belonged to Brennan, who still faces charges of operating a vehicle under the influence of an intoxicant.


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Life on Earth started about three-and-a-half billion years ago. It's the tiny changes accumulating over a long, long time that got us here. Citizen scientists can see some of those tiny steps by joining the Evolution MegaLab.
The main focus of this research is the banded snails (Cepaea nemoralis and Cepaea hortensis), which can be found in almost any part of the U.K. where snails are generally present. Citizen scientists will seek out these snails and keep records of the locations where they are found using maps and satellite pictures on the Evolution MegaLab Web site.
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Drug gangs are raiding small border towns near the United States' southwest borders and have even burned down a church.
Hundreds of Mexican families are fleeing the cotton-farming towns of the Juarez Valley, across Fort Hancock, TX, near the Panhandle.
Mexican drug cartels are using fear tactics to empty the entire area, in order to minimize interference to their operations.
They've burned down homes and even torched a Catholic Church on Good Friday.
"I had never lived through something like this. There have been executions and burnt out homes, but I never imagined they would burn down the church," Salvador Salgado, a local priest, said.
Wherever they strike, they leave notes ordering residents to leave.
One woman who did not want to be identified said, "When you go out to a store, you are already scared. We are here, in fear, every night. We spend every night worried. We barely sleep because we have to be looking out the window."
One 14-year-old boy chained the gate to his family's home as they prepared to drive off and leave everything behind for a new life in Texas.
The forced exodus appears to be the work of Mexico's most powerful drug organization, the Sinaloa Cartel.
The region is perfect for smugglers, with miles of dirt roads that federal police and soldiers seldom patrol. U.S. border officials say requests for asylum have increased.
All along the valley, burned-out concrete-block houses dot the roads.
Gunmen have warned government workers to stop plans for a new highway in the region.
Mexican soldiers and federal police have beefed up patrols after the church attack, but few residents seem to feel safer.
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