BOOK & MUSIC REVIEWS
By; Speaker Linda J. Polley

THE DREAMER: ROMANCES FOR THE ALTO FLUTE, Vol. 2 By; Michael Hope' and Tim Wheater From; Teldec/Atlantic Records. Check out your local music stores for prices. CD# 14940-2.

Relax! It's easy to do listening to this beautiful CD dedicated to famous historical figures and performers. Booklet includes photos of famous portraits taken by the musician's grandfather, celebrated photographer E.O. Hoppe; (1979-1972) Wonderful for all ages and a must for everyone's music collection. Highly recommended!

TIME SHIFTING By; Stephen Rechtchaffen, M.D, From; Doubleday, 1540 Broadway, NY, NY 10036. ISBN# 0-385-47849-6 Hardcover. $22.95.

Relax! At last, a complete course in easy relaxation techniques and concepts for adults. Don't rush! Think of what's going on around you and take some time for yourself without feeling guilty. Also includes a few breathing techniques. Fascinating reading throughout, sprinkled with some wonderfully inspiring Zen stories to illustrate the chapters' lessons. Highly Recommended!

LIGHTS IN THE DARK By; Hector Zazou From; Detour/Erato CD. Sample and purchase their CDs at www.erato.com or a music or department store near you. For more information you can also contact Intercultural Niche Strategies, 11 Broadway, Suite 1064, New York, NY 10004 Telephone; (212) 248-5900 FAX: (212) 747-1820 E-mail; insadhp@mindspring.com Web site www.arsdata.com/ins Contact Melanie Rock or Anita Daily for further information.

A wonderful collection of ancient Irish religious songs sung by a native Irish singer. These are both Latin and Old Irish. Just beautiful to listen to for anyone of any faith. A treasure chest of history, Celtic charisma and beauty. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

THE GOLDEN AGE OF ZEN, THE CLASSIC WORK ON THE FOUNDATION OF ZEN PHILOSOPHY By; Dr. John C. Wu, From; Image Books/Doubleday, 15540 Broadway, New York, NY 10036. ISBN# 0-385-47993-X Paperback. $12.95.

A wonderful history of this fascinating religion by a Christian philosopher and scholar, who was born in China. Especially highlights events between the years 618-906. A must for students of all faiths! When you read it you'll feel like you were there! This is no boring history lesson! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!


"His (the author's) renown has been purchased, not by deeds of violence and blood, but by the diligent dispensation of pleasure."

Washington Irving- (1783-1859)

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