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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
I bought this cookbook because (a) I've enjoyed Ken Kostick's soup cookbook, (b) I was attracted to the idea of cheap-but-good recipes, and (3) Ken Kostick is such an appealing character! First, buyers should be aware that with the exception of a small "entertainment" section, the recipes in this book are all formulated to serve two people. This was not a problem for me, but it might be for some. I read through the recipes the evening I received the book. I was immediately puzzled by two recipes. Both used stewing beef, but both called for total cooking time of only 25-30 minutes. After many years of cooking, I know that this is not enough time to cook this inexpensive… Read more
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As the adult child of a 93-year-old parent, I can really relate to the concerns raised by the author of this book. My mother is living alone in an apartment and is managing thanks to an invaluable caregiver who comes in to help with cleaning, bathing and laundry. But I worry about her. I live in the same city but I have been wondering if she would be happier and safer in an assisted living facility. Daniel Baum's book is an invaluable source of information for people like me -- and their parents. He tells how he and his 89-year-old mother decided she would move into an assisted living facility and he then recounts what life there was like for her. He talks about the good times --… Read more
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I have seldom read such a truly fine biography -- very thoroughly researched and exceptionally well-written. It certainly deserves five stars. I have been a fan of Bogarde's films and books for many, many years. Over this time, I formed a very definite opinion of the man -- and it was utterly positive. In this regard, John Coldstream's book has been a bit of an eye opener. Dirk Bogarde was, at times, a most unpleasant person. I'm surprised that friends and family put up with much of what he said and did. Having said that, I'll focus on what he left behind. Maybe it would be a good night to watch (once again) "Death in Venice." I still admire the artist -- though not, perhaps,… Read more
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