Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (review) 『This item arrived in a very timely matter, wrapped in original paper brand new. Perfect, no problems at all.』
(Love it!) 『I'm so excited to have this Chia Pet!! I'm currently deployed to a remote location in Afghanistan and I gotta tell ya, having a President Obama Chia Pet has truly enhanced the morale around here. Aweseome Chia!!』 『In honoring our 44th US President Barack Obama, the Chia Pet company presents this Special Edition Chia Obama.On the side of the Chia Obama planter are his famous words:"YES WE CAN."Can you grow one?YES YOU CAN.Easy to do..... Fun to Grow. Full growth in 1-2 weeksContains: Chia Obama handmade planter Chia Seed packet for 3 plantings Convenient Drip Tray Planting and care instruction sheet』
Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Wonderful Wonderland) 『I love this Christmas tree with the 3 trains going around it and the lights on in the windows. This is a wonderful product to give as a gift, or to keep. The music is clear and sounds great. It is easy to operate this tree.』 『This Thomas Kinkade animated tabletop Christmas tree has four levels of rotating movement (including Santa and his reindeer), 12 brilliantly illuminated buildings and over 2 dozen handcrafted figures
Meticulously crafted and painted by hand, and lavished with a blanket of glitter-touched snow for the perfect Christmas home decoration
Watch as the animated Wonderland Express train "climbs" ever higher up this tabletop Christmas tree while Santa with his reindeer "fly" round and round!
Plays a medley of beloved Christmas carols as the train moves
Powered by AC adapter (included) or 4 "AA" batteries (not included)』
price：$16.99
Disques Montaigne
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Figures, doubles, prismes in a splendid performance) 『I'm mainly writing to defend Figures, doubles, prismes in the light of comments from two other reviewers.
There is now a whole new generation of Boulez fans that has acquired its enthusiasm for Boulez's music from the works Boulez has written since 1970, from music that a friend of mine refers to as "Boulez lite." More or less contemporaneous with Boulez's most original, ambitious, and fully realized work, Pli selon pli (1962), Figures, doubles, prismes (1963; 1968) is anything but Boulez lite. This teeming work is an exhilarating ride, brilliant demonstration that Boulez was once one of the great contrapuntal masters. The elegant and ceremonial Rituel is simply not in the same league.
It's good to have recordings of the five extant Notations on a single disc, and Notations I, III, and VII in particular demonstrate that Boulez still has some of the contrapuntal and developmental powers that were at his disposal in Pli selon pli and Figures, doubles, prismes.
Figures, doubles, prismes receives a thoroughly assured and gleaming performance from Robertson and his virtuosically secure forces, although I still prefer Boulez's own magnificent Erato recording.
-david gable 』
(Robertson steps up to the podium and reveals a splendid take on Boulez's music) 『On this Naive disc, David Robertson conducts the Orchestre National de Lyon in seven pieces by Pierre Boulez. Most of Boulez's music has been conducted by the composer himself, but here the old master lets a younger generation tackle his music. The result is highly satisfying.
The first piece here chronologically is one of Boulez's most problematic. "Figures-Doubles-Prismes" (1963/1968) was first conceived in 1957. Karlheinz Stockhausen was writing his famous piece "Gruppen" for three orchestras at the time, and Boulez was interested in the unorthodox arrangement of the performing ensemble. Boulez's own approach was to use a single orchestra but to mix its segments up, with brass and wind inside the string section, resulting in exotic combinations of timbre. The result is rather disappointing, with nothing like the glittering colours of his earlier piece "Pli selon pli" or his next one "Eclat", but it does reveal a more confident pacing and powerful sense of motion that was missing from his rather lethargic 1950s works. A clear dramatic arc, however, it does not have. Boulez still hasn't finished the piece in nearly a half-century, and listening to it one can immediately tell that it's still very much a sketch for something else.
The notion of dividing the ensemble up continues with "Rituel" for orchestra in eight groups (1974/75), but here only each group is heard at a time for most of the work, and Boulez calls it "large-scale chamber music". The piece was written in memory of Bruno Maderna, a Darmstadt figure who is nearly forgotten now but who was a close friend and inspiration to many composers who came of age in the 1950s. With its solemn pace and sad, mournful tones, the piece serves as a strong antidote to that usual conservative accusation that serialism "can't communicate anything." This is Boulez's vastest work in terms of percussion, with a large amount of exotic drums, cymbals, bells, wood blocks, and so forth on the stage. Its fifteen sections consist of highly mobile even-numbered intonations, unconducted after Boulez signals their starting points, contrasted with strict conducted responses. Over the course of the work, we move from one orchestral group to another, exploring all of its timbres even though the melodic material is intentionally limited to create a feeling of sorrow. I'm familiar with Boulez's reading of the piece on a Sony disc, and I'm happy to say Robertson conducts the piece just as well.
In the second half of the 1970s Boulez wrote a brief piece for cello ensemble called "Messagesquisse" and announced his attention to expand it into a concerto for orchestra. What he came up with instead starting in 1980 was a tremendous surprise, and ended up being his most frequently-performed set of works: the "Notations" for orchestra. Five so far (I-IV and VII) they are based on twelve Webern-like piano miniatures written in 1945 while Boulez was still a student. The music was tremendously expanded in orchestration, but always retains the original at its heart. One has said of the orchestrations that it was almost as if Boulez looked at the original score with a magnifying glass and discovered more notes. The frenetic "Notations II" was only 30 seconds long in the piano original, but in orchestration was expanded to four times that length, and involves every single player in the orchestra in nearly every single barline. Much of the playing can't be immediately noticed by the audience, but serves to thicken the overall texture and power of the ensemble. Pieces I and VII are the most subtle, where the landscape of the music gradually changes on the surface, but if one listens more deeply, dozens of busy operations are at work like tadpoles in a tranquil stream.
The "Notations" are Boulez at his best, glittering textures, powerful crescendi, exciting glissandi; it's no wonder that many orchestras (such as the CSO) regularly play one or two of them to open their concerts. I was pleased that Robertson conducts them better than Barenboim, who appears on two previous recordings of the pieces. But after hearing a few bootleg recordings of Boulez leading various ensemble, I think that Robertson conducts them even better than the composer himself. Individual elements can be heard here much more clearly, and there's never any sense of muddiness.
The liner notes consist of an interview of Boulez and Robertson by Jean-Pierre Derrien. It's a very friendly introduction to the concepts behind the work and the challenges they pose for a conduction. An analysis, however, it is not, and those interested in the complex organization of "Rituel" would do well to pick up Dominique Jameux's study of Boulez and his music.
If I don't rate this five stars, it's only because my favourite works by Boulez are "Eclat/Multiples" (on a mid-price Sony disc everyone should get), and "Repons", "Sur Incises" and "...explosante-fixe..." (all on DG). Still, the three pieces here are worth hearing, even if "Figures-Doubles-Prismes" still hasn't been resolved.』
(The pupil outshines his master in a superb Rituel) 『In many ways, this is a very well-planned recording, as it features three works by Pierre Boulez, conducted by his American protégé David Robertson with the French orchestra he directed for four years, the Orchestre National de Lyon.
The disc begins with perhaps Boulez's best-known orchestral work, Rituel in memoriam Maderna, written after the death of the Italian composer-conductor who had been a father figure to Boulez and several other post-war modernists. This was the first Boulez work I heard, and it made an immediate impact on me that probably has not been equalled by any of the Boulez that I have heard subsequently: its directness of expression, emotional depth, easily comprehensible form and concentration on melody perhaps make it the most likely of Boulez's works to enter the orchestral repertoire. Over around twenty-five minutes of musical call-and-response, a melody is elaborated against a backdrop of slightly irregular percussion, the melody moving from a single oboe to larger and larger orchestral groups, until after the climax this process is reversed, and the music returns to where it began. This work has been recorded several times before, perhaps most memorably by the composer himself shortly after its composition, but I find this recording outshines both the composer's and the other readings I've heard (Barenboim, Zender). Robertson's gentle pace, tenderly shaped phrasing and eye for detail make this a powerful and emotionally intense experience and remind one that there is more to Boulez than his "iceman" image. (It would be interesting to hear Boulez record this work again--judging by his recent rerecording of Le Marteau sans maitre I suspect that a contemporary Boulez interpretation would be very similar to Robertson's.)
The next five works, from Boulez's orchestral Notations series, have a typically complicated gestation. As a teenage composition student, Boulez had written twelve short piano pieces named Notations, which were lost for many years before being rediscovered. Many years later, he started to expand each of these pieces into larger works for orchestra: I-IV appeared in 1980, VII in 1998, and more are promised (though, typically, much-delayed). The Notations so far completed tend to alternate between two styles: one rather dreamy, detailed, floating slowly between harmonies (I, III and VII) and the other fiercely violent, rhythmic and sharply accented (II and IV). The order of performance of individual pieces is left up to the conductor, though for the first four pieces the order I-IV-III-II seems to have become commonplace: Robertson adds in the more recent VII between I and IV, which makes musical and logical sense, and indeed he is particularly strong in the slower works, his unhurried approach bringing out both their warmth and the considerable detail in the writing. II and IV fare slightly less well: though under Robertson they are vigorous and rhythmic, they cannot match Abbado's earlier live recording (of I-IV) on his Wien Modern disc for sheer virtuosic energy andélan.
The closing work on the disc, Figures-Doubles-Prismes, is less essential Boulez than what has gone before. A sort of concerto for orchestra, it lacks both the sheer beauty of Rituel and the energy of Notations II and IV, though there are many fascinating details in it. Here, Robertson is in competition with the composer's own recording, and his brisk, uncomplicated approach is a contrast to Boulez's rather slower reading. I couldn't really pick a favourite between the two, though perhaps the composer's reading is slightly more characterful.
This disc can be warmly recommended for an outstanding performance of Rituel and for the best complete Notations available: fine performances of works which might well surprise those who have so far not warmed to Boulez's music.』
price：$23.97
EMI
Usually ships in 24 hours 『Canned Heat's last two albums Recorded in 1972/73 are on this 2-On-1 CD. They have been digitally remastered and packaged in a slipcase. BGO Records. 2005.』 『Digitally Remastered Edition that Combines the Tracks of Two Original LPs on to a Single Compact Disc of Canned Heat's Last Two Albums for Liberty/United Artists Records. Recorded in 1972/73, These Albums Feature the Uncompromising Blues of the Band. From the Late 60's to the Mid 70's, Canned Heat were Popular all Over the World, Playing Festivals and Concerts Constantly. Despite the Deaths of Bob Hite and Al Wilson, the Group Carried on Into the 21st Century.』
Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Like wine....) 『He gets better with age. who would have thought a small hyper guy with a raspy voice would turn into such a phenomena!! This was a Christmas present for my husband but to bad - it's mine now!! Buy it you will enjoy it!』 『This album presents highlights from the 4-disc boxed set, providing extraordinary insight into the studio work of one of rock's legendary figures and paints a picture of what might have been. Many of these performances are more stripped-down and intimate than their released counterparts, so the set becomes an illustration and a showcase of Rod's creative process.』 タイトル『 Rembrandt by Himself [VHS] >
price：$2.46
E Home Video
Usually ships in 1 to 2 days Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (great stuff for Dodger fans) 『This video contains all the World Series that the Dodgers won since moving to Los Angeles. This is great for Dodger fans. As a Yankee fan I was most interested in their two confrontations in 1963 and 1981. Both were very memorable to me. The Yankees also played the Dodgers in the 1977 and 1978 World Series but the Dodgers were on the short end of those series, so they are not included. In 1959 the Dodger won in only their second year in Los Angeles. They beat Al Lopez's White Sox in 6th games. This was the beginning of the Koufax and Drysdale Dodgers but the pitching hero was a reliever named Larry Sherry. Casey Stengel's Yankees only lost the American League pennant twice in the 1950s and both times it was to a team managed by Al Lopez. First the Cleveland Indians with the pitching of Feller, Wynn and Lemon in 1954 and then to the White Sox in 1959. In 1954 the Indians amassed an amazing total of more than 110 wins in a 154 game season and so a Yankee team that won as many games as any in the 1950s lost out. 1959 was the only bad year that the Yankees had under Stengel and they finished a distant third that year.
In 1963 the Yankees still had Mantle and Maris and Skowron, Howard and Berra. They were the defending World Champions but got swept by the Dodgers in the series due to phenomenal pitching. Mantle did hit his 15th World Se3ries home run off Koufax in game 4 to tie a record that Babe Ruth held at the time for most World Series home runs.
Three of the games were pitchers battles with Ford battling Koufax twice and Bouton against Drysdale. But the Dodgers were able to win each game. A young Al Downing picthed the other game.
1981 was another interesting year. It was a strike year with a split season where there was a playoff in each league between the teams that won each half season. I think Cincinnati had a better overall record than any team in the National League but because of the peculiar format they didn't even get into the playoff since their record in each half was not the tops in the league. It was Fernando Valenzuela's rookie season and the popular Mexican was the National League Rookie of the Year and Cy Young award winner. The excitement due in part to the large Mexican-American population in the Los Angeles area led the media to refer to this as Fernando mania. He was able to lead Lasorda's Dodgers to a victory over those Yankees that Tommy's team couldn't achieve in 1977 or 1978.
The 1988 Dodgers were the team led by Orel Hershiser and Kirk Gibson. They beat a strong Oakland As team. Gibson was unable to play in the Series but in the nonth inning of game 1 the Dodgers had the tying run on base with two outs. The As had brought their ace reliever Dennis Eckersley into the game. Lasorda decided to pinch hit with Kirk Gibson. Gibson hobbled up to the plate and if he hit a long "extra base" hit he would be lucky to make it just to first base.
Amazingly, Gibson made contact with a fast ball and somehow got the leverage to hit it into the right field seats at Dodger Stadium.
Jack Buck was calling the game for the national network on radio and was so stunned that he uttered the famous line "I don't believe what I just saw!"』
(The Dodger Glory Years) 『Having grown up a Dodgers fan, the '81 and '88 championships are part of my youth. However, I had never seen much footage on any of the other championships that they won after moving to LA. With the exception of the '65 series, every game is shown in detail.
1959: Dodgers beat the White Sox in six - Only their second year in Los Angeles, this team has been compared to the Amazing Mets because of the unlikeliness of their season. It shows the bridge between the Brooklyn Dodgers (Duke Snider, Johnny Podres, etc) to the '60's Los Angeles Dodgers (Don Drysdale and Sandy Koufax... including Koufax's first postseason start.) The credits show the narrator as "Vince Scully"... the familiar voice of the Dodgers for more than 50 years.
1963: Dodgers beat the Yankees in four - Ahhh... to sweep the Evil Empire (even on video) is sweet! Scully is back (now known simply as Vin) to walk us through the four game pitching demonstration. The first game saw Koufax break a record for most strikeouts in a World Series game (15) and the Series as a whole showed a grand total of four Yankee runs.
1965: Dodgers beat the Twins in seven - This is the one series that seems to be missing footage. Both game 2 and game 4 are rolled up into one single replay from the respective game with a very brief overview from Scully. Probably the most interesting thing about this series is the fact that both the Dodgers and Twins brough their Game 5 pitchers, Sandy Koufax and Jim Kaat, respectively, back for Game 7 on two days rest. For the Dodgers, that meanst skipping Drysdale's start... a HOF'er in his own right. Even more incredibly, Koufax pitches a complete game shutout!
1981: Dodgers beat the Yankees in six (at the time, it was only the second time that a team had lost the first two games and then won the next four) - This series recap shows more than just a scoring / highlight replay of the games. For the first time in the series of videos, the producer attempted to "set the scene" and provide some drama to the storyline. While I think all of these recaps are taken from their original productions, it does show the differences in how the game was marketed in the late 50's / early 60's versus the 80's. The other nice feature is that is does show some very limited highlights from both the Dodgers and Yankees earlier playoff series (including Rick Monday's dramatic homerun against the Expos).
From a series perspective, it showed games that I had seen in the original broadcast, which brought out a flood of, "Oh yeah... I remember that!" feelings. From Ron Cey's diving catch of a foul bunt and doubling the runner off first in Game 3 to Cey getting hit in the head with a pitch in Game 5 to the controversial decision to remove Tommy John after four innings in Game 6 (just prior to the flood gates opening), the moments are there. It also included three straight one-run victories by the Dodgers while playing in front of their home crowd.
1988: Dodgers beat the A's in five - What can be said about this series that hasn't already been said? Obviously, Game 1 is one of the all-time classics in World Series history. Jose Canseco's second inning grand slam became the A's only runs of the game (and, ironically, Canseco's only hit of the series). From that point on , Dodger relievers held Oakland in check and the offense got just enough to set up Kirk Gibson's dramatic homerun in the bottom of the ninth. Games 2 and 5 showed the mastery that was Orel Hershiser that season (he ended up as the winner of the World Series MVP, NLCS MVP, and the Cy Young winner for that season.) This truly was the little team that could.』
(Just what I was looking for) 『For a long time I have been wanting to find some footage of the old Dodger teams playing but MLB have made it hard to see it but this DVD has a lot of what I was looking for.』
(Finally) 『After wearing out my VHS versions, MLB productions have finally put their WS films on DVD. As al ifelong Dodger fan I wish they had also included the 1955 WS. Also why haven't they made all of the other MLB team Series available. Still need the Mets, Tigers, Braves and Indians I think. But the quality is still there on the new DVDs ans having them all in one package is great for a baseball lover like me. Also think MLB productions should put out more box sets of famous series like the 88 or 91 or maybe a playoff package like the 86 playoffs or the the 2003. Anyway if you love baseball like me you should pick these up』
(You can sell those tapes now.) 『Over the years, I bought all those World Series videos for the Dodgers that now go for $50-$100 apiece on auctions, Amazon and elsewhere. Now they are all available in all their glory on this two-disc DVD set.
No special music or extras here (which would be welcome), just the tapes transfered to DVD with narration by Vin Scully throughout except for the 1988 Series narrated by Bob Costas (complete with the puns but without the Gatorade drenching he got after the game where he said the Dodgers had the worst team in Series history on the field).
Since I have the original tapes, I was able to make a direct A-B comparison with the DVD set and the quality is very similar. No disappointments here but remember the old shows done in the late 50's and early 60's aren't up to par technologically with the later shows. Still it's a welcome set to those who have been searching for those VHS tapes of Dodger World Series Championships.
Go Blue!』 『All the glory and classic moments of the Los Angeles Dodgers World Series Championships from 1959 to 1988 are digitally preserved in this one-of-a-kind two-disc DVD collection.This DVD features the official vintage World Series? films of the Los Angeles Dodgers? World Championships from 1959, 1963, 1965, 1981, and 1988.The passion and excitement of Los Angeles Dodgers baseball was on full display in the first three Fall Classic? games in 1959. Each record-setting crowd at The Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum swelled beyond 90,000. A tradition of October Baseball in Los Angeles was born.In 1963, Sandy Koufax set the World Series strikeout record of fifteen in Game 1. Again in 1965, pitching was supreme, but this time the Dodgers' speed charged the offense as well. The 1981 and 1988 World Series championships were fueled by the optimism of manager Tommy Lasorda.1959 - LOS ANGELES DODGERS vs CHICAGO WHITE SOX1963 - LOS ANGELES DODGERS vs NEW YORK YANKEES1965 - LOS ANGELES DODGERS vs MINNESOTA TWINS1981 - LOS ANGELES DODGERS vs NEW YORK YANKEES1988 - LOS ANGELES DODGERS vs OAKLAND ATHLETICS』 『Covering two DVDs and over three hours,Vintage World Series Films: Los Angeles Dodgerscovers five championship years of the Dodgers following their move from Brooklyn to the West Coast. Beginning with 1959 (a 34-minute film narrated by future legend Vin Scully), it's a time capsule of Dodger history, from the dominance of pitchers Sandy Koufax and Don Drysdale to the speed of Maury Wills to their 1981 breakthrough against the New York Yankees. Then in 1988, the Dodgers upended the powerful Oakland A's (led by Bash Brothers Jose Canseco and Mark McGwire) after a storybook home run by gimpy Kirk Gibson off A's closer Dennis Eckersley. Also key was the pitching of Orel Hershiser, who won two WS games after setting a major-league record with 59 consecutive scoreless innings during the regular season. It would have been nice if the set had included the Brooklyn Dodgers' 1955 championship, and the constant MLB logo in the corner of the screen seems like an unnecessary intrusion.--David Horiuchi』
price：$2.46
Santa Fe Ventures,Inc.
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (The Legend speaks!) 『Coach Wooden is the essence of a man who places values ahead of winning. Strange, he had a lot of winners didn't he?. Coach is from Indiana and so am I, I still kind of resent him beating my Dayton Flyers in the final game of the NCAA even if it was almost 40 years ago!』
(Outstanding!) 『Coach Wooden is an amazing man. In this one hour video, he generously shares his wisdom, personal philosophy, and principles for living a happy and successful life. And he has a unique ability to connect in a way that is interesting, friendly, motivating, and non-judgmental. After watching and listening to him, I now understand why he became one of the most successful coaches in sports history.
If you want to become a better person, this video of John Wooden has a lot to offer you. I highly recommend it.』
(Simply terrific!) 『I watched this video 5 times this week. John Wooden knows the secrets for living a great life and tells it all in this very personal reflection. Phil Jackson, Kareem, and Bill Walton add a lot of insight.
Johnny Nick』
(Simply terrific!) 『I watched this video 5 times this week. John Wooden knows the secrets for living a great life and tells it all in this very personal reflection. Phil Jackson, Kareem, and Bill Walton add a lot of insight.
Johnny Nick』
(The Wisdom of Wooden) 『The wisdom of Wooden as told by the master himself! John Wooden's philosophy of how to achieve competitive greatness is more relevant today than ever. Great.
Jim Stevens MPLS, MN』
『Legendary basketball coach John Wooden, who was revered as the "Wizard of Westwood" while guiding UCLA to 10 national championships (including an astounding seven in a row), presents his philosophy for success in life in this intelligently produced video that transcends the world of basketball. After a notable career as a college player at Purdue, Wooden graduated in 1932 and became an English teacher. And his love of literature and his thoughtful nature are very much on display as Wooden, at the age of 90, sits before an intimate audience and presents his "Pyramid of Success." In Wooden's system, attributes such as friendship, initiative, poise, and confidence all build upon each other to create the pinnacle of "great competitive success." Wooden, speaking in a gentle and articulate manner, offers anecdotes from his decades of coaching, and punctuates his lessons with dramatic vintage game clips showing some of the great players he coached. Appearing in interviews to speak of how much they learned from Wooden are Phil Jackson, Bill Walton, and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. In an age when college basketball coaches are often in the public eye for their atrocious behavior, Wooden's thoughtful manner and gentle humor are all the more remarkable. Besides imparting lessons for ballplayers (and others), this is an insightful look at Wooden's remarkable personality.--Robert J. McNamara』
price：$7.49
Warner Home Video
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (More of the same from Jordan.) 『BOTTOM LINE:
Just more highlights from his career up to his first retirement and his comeback. Nothing that any fan doesn't know about. still fun to watch Jordan dominate tho! ;-)』
(Summed Up, Who MJ really is) 『I watched this movie during my first year of doing graduate study. It really moved me. Not only it tells us the story of how Michael achieve his greatness, but also how we can come back to achieve even more great accomplishments.
Combined with tremendous illustrative music, this video should put some buterflies into your stomach. Everybody would love to watch this movie. Even for a non basketball fan, I think this movie would still be a remarkable movie to watch.』
(AMAZING!) 『Being the MJ fan that I am, I have seen quiet a lot of movies about Jordan, and really I must say that this is one of the best, it has all those moves that just make MJ the great player that he is, I mean the way he moves with the ball, its just amazing, and unlike some other movies, this one doesnt waste long time on people talking, but shows what MJ is all about BASKETBALL.』
(It is the most Outstanding and unforgettable sports video) 『This video features a complete summary that documents Air Jordan's remarkable NBA career which I think nobody will ever achieve. It is just as great as Michael jordan's career. But the video is inclued in 'Ultimate Jordan' on DVD.』
(Good enough.) 『This video is brilliant for getting a general picture of the the career of the legend that is Michael Jordan. However if you are a MJ groupy like me and you've seen all of his previous vids then there isn't much in this that hasn't been seen before. Still a great video and a must buy for die hard MJ fans.』 『New to DVD! Update your NBA collection with this classic title with a new branded line look featuring one of the greatest athletes of all-time. From his days as a child in North Carolina to his retirement from the Chicago Bulls in 1999, His Airness takes you on a journey through Michael Jordan's career. Complete with spectacular highlights along with interviews from teammates, coaches and writers, plus Michael's own insight, this video captures the spirit, determination and championship drive of this global icon.』 『Once upon a time, a boy named Michael Jordan lived in Wilmington, North Carolina. Young Michael dreamt of becoming a professional basketball player. He began by participating in drop-in games with his brother, although at first he could not beat the older, heavier, more experienced sibling. As time went on, though, something grew inside of this child, a will and determination to beat anyone and anything that stood in the way of his success on the court. Playing basketball for his high school team, Jordan won a scholarship to the University of North Carolina. It was there that he first gave the world a glimpse of his greatness.
In a fitting tribute to this legendary player,His Airnessexamines the life of Michael Jordan, from his boyhood exploits to his final year in the NBA. This absorbing retrospective shows what made this man so remarkable: his constant quest for improvement. Even after his first retirement, in 1993, he returned to the court reborn, galvanized by a desire to win and to be on top of the game once again. He was a great ambassador and icon, as a number of basketball greats, from Magic Johnson to Isiah Thomas, testify to in interviews. Dignified, classy, determined, awesome, driven--there are not enough superlatives to describe what Jordan meant to the game of basketball and to sports in general. Legendary player Bill Russell summed it up best when he claims that the reason Jordan sustained his level of excellence was because "he was determined to be Michael Jordan every night."--Jeremy Storey』
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タイトル『 Figure 8 Go Easy! Protein Shake, Chocolate - 30 servings + Free Shaker Cup! >
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Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Stewie Review) 『Pretty funny! My wife loves Stewie on her desk. BUT, the USB cord is *way* too short!! The USB cord is less than 2 feet long, so limits where you can place Stewie. USB cord needs to be at least 6 feet long -- was very surprised how short it was.』
(Beware Mac users!) 『Stu needs to load a Windows-only driver to animate, or eminate, or do anything at all. Maybe someday I'll get a PC to go along with him!』
(Very good) 『My son love it, but I have a problem with my windows XP about it. When I run the program it gives error about like "0.00 ...." I found, it gives error because of windows regional settings, fix it. It very funny now...........』
(Makes him laugh ... and that's a good thing!) 『This was a Christmas gift for my 26 year old son. He's quite a serious kid most of the time, but he loves Family Guy and really loves Stewie. Once he got it installed and going, he couldn't quit laughing, and his laughter was one of my best Christmas gifts! I can hear him occasionally busting out laughing when Stewie unexpectedly starts up his mouth. It's great.』 『Cables Unlimited USBIZMOFG Cables Unlimited USB Family Guy Izmo Figure.』
タイトル『 Hummel 151650 M. I. Hummel Club Lamplight Caroler Figure >
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Hummel 151650 M. I. Hummel Club Lamplight Caroler Hum 847 Size: 3.75"』 タイトル『 NEW 3-D PVC Figure Toy Disney Princess Ariel Little Mermaid Ceiling Fan Light or Lamp Pull >
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『Adorable ceiling fan/light or lamp pull featuring Princess Ariel from the "Little Mermaid".
Handcrafted using licensed collectible PVC figures.
Collect all 6: Snow White, Aurora, Belle, Jasmine, Cinderella&Ariel』 タイトル『 "SECRET RECIPES", DRAGONSITE'S, NEW, HAND PAINTED, BEAUTIFULLY DETAILED, by, Brigid Ashwood, GIFT, for, The, DAZZLE, PORCELAIN, FIGURE, MYTHICAL, MERMAID, MAJIC, MYTHICAL CREATURES, FAIRY, STATUE, FAIRY, dragon, faerie, PIXIE, Dragonsite, Collector, ONE OF FOUR, features, Brigid Ashwood, Munro, Dragonsite, Kitchen Witch, from Munro Collectibles. Exquisite collection of dragons&faeries, By, Brigid Ashwood Art, Dimensions, Approx. 3" x 5" with stand 11" New, in, Full color, DRAGONSITE, BOX, BA65008, [BOOK], >
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ASTRO
『"SECRET RECIPES", DRAGONSITE'S, NEW, HAND PAINTED, BEAUTIFULLY DETAILED, by, Brigid Ashwood, GIFT, for, The, DAZZLE, PORCELAIN, FIGURE, MYTHICAL, MERMAID, MAJIC, MYTHICAL CREATURES, FAIRY, STATUE, FAIRY, dragon, faerie, PIXIE, Dragonsite, Collector, ONE OF FOUR, features, Brigid Ashwood, Munro, Dragonsite, Kitchen Witch, from Munro Collectibles. Exquisite collection of dragons&faeries, By, Brigid Ashwood Art, Dimensions, Approx. 3" x 5" with stand 11" New, in, Full color, DRAGONSITE, BOX, BA65008, [BOOK],』 タイトル『 Figure Cndleholdr Cast Bronze >
Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (This is not a toy, but it's fun anyway) 『I'm not sure why I'm being asked to rank a tie as a toy except the it is a perfect gift for some of those grownup guys that are still boys at heart. The lamp does indeed light up causing grins and the desire to show everyone else what it can do. (At least it's not a frog or a spider!) The purchase arrived in a very timely manner and was presented very nicely in its own tie box ready for wrapping as an early Christmas present. I would recommed this present for any man who still likes being a kid.』 『A Christmas Story Movie LEG LAMP Light Up NECK TIE. This Whimsical neck tie is sure to be a hit this holiday season, let your Christmas spirit glow!』
Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Very satisfied) 『This item is wonderful, i wore it with my halloween costume and it made me feel great』
(runs to big) 『I have small hips and I went exactly by the products sizing and the shaper was too big... it doesn't do anything for me and I couldn't return it so be carful』
(Good control but...) 『I was impressed with how the waistshaper was able to hold my tummy in. Unfortunately the diamond patterns showed through my wedding dress, so I returned it.』
(Boning a little uncomfortable) 『I liked this item better when I removed the front 'boning' which is flexible metal, but then, I bought this because I had abdominal surgery and need compression for the permanent hernia, so I have to wear something all the time. It still has good shaping without the boning.』
(Now it is gone !!) 『Flexees Women's Firm Control Waistshaper Brief #3939 The night of the big party arrived and everything was in readyness except my figure. I slipped in to my new Flexees Control Brief and felt it's compression right away. After adjusting things my figure looked great especially under my new strapless dress.
The Flesees stayed in place till the evening was over and after a very few minutes you did not even know it was on. It gave me the look that gave me confidence and a lot of compliments all night long. Other items I have tried do not come close to doing the great job that my new Flexees did.
Marie』 『Create curves with the help of the Flexees long torso waistshaper. Its easy to wear pull-on style provides firm control from the torso to the hips and it has slimming control panels at the front and back.』
Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Love it!) 『This bra is comfy and my son loves to look at the designs. My only complaint is that the eyehooks don't really stay on at night, which can cause a little mess if you leak out and your nursing pad has moved. But, I love it so much I will be ordering more!』
(another purchase) 『I purchase this bra after my twins were born and it held up just great. Two years later with my new born I was looking for a bra that would provide me with the support I need since I wear a size 38DDD. This time I purchased 2. The cotton is great since it does not hold in moisture and irrtate my nipples making breastfeeding painful.』
(Goddess Nursing Bra) 『As a Plus Size Woman without the Plus Size Cup size (I'm a 46B) it is very difficult and almost impossible to find bras normally and it was even harder when I started shopping for nursing bras. I wanted something without underwires yet with good support for when my milk comes in after delivery. I started wearing this the day after it came and this bra has all the features I was looking for. It is comfortable enough to sleep in in and I can open and close the cups easily one handed. I also liked the added bonus of the grafics designed for the babies benfit. The price was right too. I would recommend this nursing bra to anyone.』
(nursing bra) 『A decent bra for a fuller figure; has nice wide straps that don't dig in. Also has three hooks for hooking up the cup; however they are not as easy to work with as some of the plastic hooks most nursing bras have. This is not a seamless bra, so it has stitching across the cup which was a little uncomfortable for me. For the money, you can go to Walmart and get their brand of nursing bra for about 1/3 of the price.』
(Great) 『Pros: great price, true to size, well built, comfortable Cons: the straps are very wide so much so that they end up showing on regular t-shirts, the degigned area seems to stretch out a little after some wear and tear, however it doesn't really affect the bra, the hook for feeding is like the back of a bra so it does require 2 hands to fasten unlike other ones that can be done one handed, only a slight inconvenience though.
all around a very comfortable bra, i recomend for everyday use, but not the sexiest thing around.』 『Boasting a playful print design, intended to keep babies visually stimulated while nursing, this bra offers a great maternity design that goes up to larger back sizes.』
『This is a vinyl decal that can be applied to just about any smooth surface. These decals are made from the highest quality vinyl to give you many years of use without fading or peeling. Detailed application instructions are included.』
price：$6.40
Impact
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (This is an idea book, not a technique book) 『Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/RMYPK3M2E2IZEFirst of all, let me say that this book brings back memories of me playing Magic The Gathering cards. A lot of the illustrations in the book are from Wizards of the Coast. Francis Tsai is a concept artist and you can find his work on teamgt.com.
This book is not really on art techniques, there are no step-by-step tutorials to follow along. It's one that gives ideas to think about when trying to come up with a character.
That being said, the writeup for the book is pretty good. It gives a lot of ideas on things that can be changed or added to enhance the characters. It can be on costume design, colour combination, using silhouettes, thinking like the character itself, etc. All come with nice illustrated paintings as examples.
This book is more of a resource book that's great when brainstorming for ideas.
If you're looking for techniques, check out ImagineFX's book called Fantasy Workshop: Mastering Digital Painting Techniques.
There are more pictures of the book on my blog. Just visit my Amazon profile for the link.』
(Technique) 『It's difficult to find a book that specifically addresses the actual techniques of illustration and one that gives a step-by-step tutorial on how to work with the paints and materials in fantasy work. This book doesn't provide that and glosses over technique. It concentrates more on material for you and your imagination to draw from when creating fantasy characters. If you know technique and are looking for ideas, this book will work for you. Still waiting for the book that gives practical info I can use regarding applied technqiue.』
(Taking Your Art to the Next Level) 『If you're interested in improving your artistic abilities from someone who really knows what they're doing, get this book.
The author does a fantastic job of explaining how drawing is not just a creative process, but also a thoughtful and deliberate one. He gives great expert tips and hints on how to convey the feeling and mood of the character you're developing. Some of the tricks include how to focus attention through detail or lighting; how to leverage other elements in the artwork such as secondary characters or scenes to build the story around the main character; how powerful something as simple as eye contact can be. They are all tricks that make intuitive sense once you're aware of them, but probably wouldn't have occurred to you before.
In sum, Tsai's book and tips can have a transformative effect on your artwork. Your art can go from being just a picture on a page to something that creates the maximum visual and emotional impact on the viewer that you intended. It's worth it!』
(Like no other) 『I've read many fantasy drawing books, most of which only teach you archetypes in western fantasy. this book is very useful for helping you come up with your own concepts and applying visual techniques to better get your point across. highly recommended even if you aren't drawing elves or dwarves.』
(Well written and worth it) 『First off, there's two pieces of advice to any aspiring artist/illustrator:
1. "Wanna be a good artist!? Draw! Wishing won't make it happen!" - paraphrasing R. Crumb
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2. Practice, practice, practice...
There, that's it. Anything else from art school to books like this are optional.
So why, especially during a tight financial time, did I eagerly plunk down US$20 for this?
Because it is well written, full of good illustrations by some artists I really like - and - full of good and creative and inspiring advice. I'm a hobby illustrator, although some of my political cartoons have been published (and I mean for $) but am always striving to improve my skills and my favorite subjects are of course in the fantasy/scifi areas.
I've skipped a lot of the recent books, considering them too juvenile, such as the MangaMania series, though those are nice. My other favs are the "Drawing and Painting Fantasy Figures", "Drawing and Painting Fantasy Worlds" and the classic "Encyclopedia of Fantasy and Sci-Fi art techniques".』 『Presents 100 exciting and ingenious ways to design and draw better fantasy figures--from developing characters to adding costumes, props and backdrops. Hollywood concept designer Francis Tsai shares tips and tricks for creating imaginative figures, giving readers a unique opportunity to gain guidance from a real pro. Highly accessible and featuring a wealth of ideas, this sourcebook includes an inspirational mix of styles and approaches, with influences ranging from Celtic, Greek, Roman, Oriental and Medieval to 19th Century Gothic--something for every fantasy artist!』
price：$8.48
Watson-Guptill
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (The best book for portrait drawing ever!) 『This book demonstrates a whole new way of drawing human heads. You don't start with the stupid oval that you fill in with features. You start with the features and then work out from the center. Crazy cool! I have taught drawing classes using the ideas and techniques found in this book and the students (adults) amaze themselves! By far the best portrait book I have found.』
(Head Review) 『The item is a text needed for an online class I am taking. It's only been 4 weeks and I have already learned so much. It was a good investment and I will use it for many years to come. It is an excellent resource for head drawing.』
(Drawing The Head) 『This book is extermely well written and very easy to understand.It can be used by the beginner as well as the professional.The author gives many useful tips that can be applied to many phases of art work』
(The best portrait drawing book) 『Excellent book with beautiful examples, all very well executed. This is not one of those books where the author is mostly showing off his skill and you get the feeling you wasted your money on something that didn't fulfill its promise. This book really teaches you, step by step, how to draw portraits. Starting with explanations about the materials you'll need, how to use them and keep them intact. From basic drawing to fully finished portrait and even beyond that, like mixing different portraits together or mixing animals photograpy with real-life portrait drawings.
If you are an artist looking for a REAL portrait drawing book, this is your best choice. It has everything.』
(Drawing faces) 『Very good book! Drawing the head is not very difficult but it requires more precision especially when drawing a real person』 『In this innovative guide, master art instructor William Maughan demonstrates how to create a realistic human likeness by using the classic and highly accurate modeling technique of chiaroscuro (Italian for "light and dark") developed by Leonardo da Vinci during the High Renaissance. Maughan first introduces readers to the basics of this centuries-old technique, showing how to analyze form, light, and shadow; use dark pencil, white pencil, and toned paper to create a full range of values; use the elements of design to enhance a likeness; and capture a sitter's gestures and proportions. He then demonstrates, step by step, how to draw each facial feature, develop visual awareness, and render the head in color with soft pastels.』
price：$9.95
Summit University Press
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (bible study) 『An interesting read. A must have for book collectors of religion. It really gets you thinking.』
(I love my copy!) 『I love my copy of this book. It makes quite a lot of sense, in my opinion.. And Enoch is quoted throughout the bible... I, personally, believe a lot of it, but it's definitely not for everyone. I like reading extra biblical literature. I never take offense to it, well, no more than I would the Left Behind Series... If you take it with a grain of salt, it's a good read. Definitely not for those that like getting their knickers in a twist over religious beliefs... Just take it as what it is&you'll get some kind of enjoyment out of it!』
(A false prophet wrote this book) 『"Beware of false prophets" is repeated endlessly in the New Testament. This book and its author is a good example of why. The book is filled with New Age references and references to false religion, using such terms as "karma" for example. Any Christian should seriously beware of this book. I myself am sorry I spent money buying it.』
(Great info. that no one else will tell you!) 『This is a wonderful book! Great info. that no one else will tell you. It really opened my eyes. If you are ready to go to the next level then you should read this book.』
(Excellent!) 『I loved this book and bought it for 8 other people. Unfortunately some out there in there superiority complex will tear this book apart but as they say The Truth hurts and none get more angry and arrogant than those who are faced with it. Great book a must read for anyone interested in Angels.』 『Did rebel angels take on human bodies to fulfill their lust for the "daughters of men"? Did these fallen angels teach men to build weapons of war?
That is the premise of the Book of Enoch, a text cherished by the Essenes, early Jews and Christians but later condemned by both rabbis and Church Fathers. The book was denounced, banned and "lost" for over a thousand years-until in 1773, a Scottish explorer discovered three copies in Ethiopia.
Elizabeth Clare Prophet examines the controversy surrounding this book and sheds new light on Enoch's forbidden mysteries. She demonstrates that Jesus and the apostles studied the Book of Enoch and tells why Church Fathers suppressed its teaching that angels could incarnate in human bodies. Contains all the Enoch texts, including the Book of Enoch, and biblical parallels.
Fallen Angels and the Origins of Evil takes you back to the primordial drama of Good and Evil, when the first hint of corruption entered a pristine world-earth.
Contains Richard Laurence's translation of the Book of Enoch, all the other Enoch texts, including the Book of the Secrets of Enoch, biblical parallels』
『Be Green with more than envy with this 100% Certified Organic Cotton Fashion Tote. Soil Association Approved / Earth Positive with a Carbon Footprint of only 550g (identical products can produce 4.0kg of CO2).
Solid Gold Bomb drops it's latest world takeover with the most intense colour, full functional tote: groceries; books, beach. This has a sewn bottom that allows for real usage of your day swag. Get chuffed. Join the revolution and don't forget your mates.』 タイトル『 Disney Princess Snow White Keyring - Snow White Figure Key Chain >
『Name:Ben 10 4" Collectible Figure Manufacturer:Bandai Release Date:Fall 2006 Details (Description):The 4" Collectible Figures build the foundation for play pattern in the line. These perfect replicas feature all 10 Aliens from the TV series. Each figure is packed with its own lenticular that features images of Ben transforming into the Alien. The lenticular art work has been created exclusively for us by Cartoon Network. The animation disc included with every package includes 8 animation images of Ben transforming into one of the 10 Aliens. The discs can be used in the viewer of the Deluxe Alien Laboratory Vehicle.』
Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Ben 10 fans under 8 YO will love these) 『My son (daughter too) loves to watch Ben 10. Recently I ran across this Ben 10 Sumo Slammer Battle Set and purchased so he could carry them to daycare and share the fun with his friends. These are small toys (so don't worry about toting too much) and they are easily discernable (if you have watched the show you will be able to pick out each character).』 『
These Sumo Slammer figures may be short and squat, but their roly-poly physiques can really pack a punch! This Battle Set comes with six Sumo Slammer Battle Cards and six 1-inch Sumo-sized Aliens. Collect and trade the cards or challange your friends to a Menko Challange, a traditional Japanese Card Battle.
Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (WAY OVERPRICED) 『My 5 year old loves this toy. We bought ours at Wal-Mart for $5.00, NOT $45. That is a crazy price for this 4" tall figure. Wait until after Christmas. I've noticed that things usually seen at reasonable prices have been jacked up over the holidays. It is a lot of fun for my son and my 8 year old also wants one but he recognizes that we'll have to wait to find one that's affordable. I gave it four stars because they love it but this price is ridiculous.』
(Overpriced) 『I purchased this toy online for my 5-year-old because I couldn't find it at our local stores. It is tiny, and extremely overpriced. After I purchased it, the local Target store started carrying the exact toy and only charges $4.89 for it. I feel like I got ripped off.』 『The 4" Collectible Figures build the foundation for play pattern in the line. These perfect replicas feature all 10 Aliens from the TV series. Each figure is packed with its own lenticular that features images of Ben transforming into the Alien. The lenticular art work has been created exclusively for us by Cartoon Network. The animation disc included with every package includes 8 animation images of Ben transforming into one of the 10 Aliens. The discs can be used in the viewer of the Deluxe Alien Laboratory Vehicle.』
Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Great Buy!) 『I bought these skates for my older daughter, so when my younger girl outgrew her skates, I didn't hesitate to purchase these skates again. My girls skate for recreation only and I've found my girls have a better time with their own skates and avoid long lines. I didn't want to spend a lot for the few times they wear these, so for us these were a perfect choice.』
(Great for the Price) 『I wear a size 6 shoes and ordered 6 in the skates...should have ordered 6.5 fits ok with thin/regular socks but i like to wear thicker socks when ice skating and it get's a bit tight.』
(Very nice) 『Skates are lined, and look sturdy and comfortable. Great price, too. They were a Christmas present for my daughter, and she has not tried them on the ice yet. When she does, I will add to this review.
Update: Excellent. My daughter has been using these skates for some time. They are comfortable and she enjoys them a lot. Good work by this company.』
(Great Skates) 『These skates are great my 13 year old daughter loves them and the extra padding was a great feature. I would recommend this to anyone who wants skates for a fair price.』
(Perfect for anyone!) 『I love these skates! They are so strong that when I grow out of them I can give them to my sister. She's also taking in skating. These shoes are exactly what I wanted and it saves a lot of money because now I don't have to rent the skates.I know that whoever is out there that needs skates will do well in these. But just make sure you get the right size.』 『The American 522 ladies figure skates offer an entry-level, recreational design with professional styling. The easy-care PVC vinyl uppers can be wiped dry and the full-quarter padding helps provide you with added comfort. They also feature hollow-ground, nickel-plated steel blades, multi-layer ankle support and form-fitting, padded split tongues.』
Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Amazing.) 『It's the perfect gaming mat for any tabletop role-playing game. It works perfectly with the mentioned markers (I ordered as well) and it wipes off leaving no mark or stain behind.』
(Perfect for any gamer!) 『This was the perfect product we were looking for to enhance out gaming experience! It is so easy to write on and then quickly wipes away so we can create a constantly changing terrian or make notes in changes in the room. It's a must have to any Dungeons and Dragons player or any tabletop game!』
(Amazingly versatile product) 『Wet erase markers leave clear, easy to see, and resilient marks on the map until wiped off with a wet towel. Perfect product for gaming that requires a grid, be it square or hex.』
(Satisfactory) 『It is thinner than my old Chessex, but I like the 2-sided aspect (square and hex). I haven't experienced the marker-staining that my old one succumbed to....』
(Good RP mat) 『The mat works just as advertised and is a good substitution for those that cannot afford to purchase terrain maps. This map also works for different styles of role playing games as it has both a square side and a hex side. I would recommend this mat to anyone role playing with figures and has to keep a budget in mind.』 『Chessex Megamat with 1 (25mm) Square and Hex reversible, mats are made from expanded vinyl bring you the highest quality mat currently available. The Megamat measures 48in (122cm) x 34in (87cm)』
Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Fun Go Blue) 『These are fun toys for my son. He likes to play with them before and after the games on Saturday.』 『Your toddler will enjoy hours of fun with this great Football Guys game. Includes the 24 x 48 realistic field, 2 quarterbacks, 2 running backs, 4 recievers/d-backs, 8 utility players, 10 linemen, 1 referee and 2 goalposts all in a convenient storage container with handle. Winner of the Oppenheim Gold Seal Award and Creative Child Award, use the guys for your party centerpiece or decorate your Michigan cake! Touchdown!!!』
price：$0.90
Hasbro
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Hoping to please) 『Bought this as a present for my nephew and it is wrapped and already sent for Christmas morning. So I can't really answer the questions of how much fun, educational, durable it is. However, I have to say i looked at other similar items as this (different bubble bee pkgs) and this one seemed bigger, nicer than ones I seen in stores. I believe my nephew who is 8 yrs old will enjoy this very much.』
(AWESOME BUMBLEBEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!) 『THIS IS SWEET! UNLIKE THE OTHER BUMBLEBEE'S OF REVENGE OF THE FALLEN RIPOFFS THIS IS WAY BETTER THAN ANY BUMBLEBEE! SAM WITWICKY IS ALSO FUN TO PLAY WITH I ALSO RECOMMEND Transformers Movie 2 Human Alliance - Sideswipe w/ Sergeant Epps AND Transformers Movie 2 Human Alliance - Autobot Skids with Mikaela!!!!!!!』
(Fun toy but not durable - lasted two weeks) 『My 5-year-old son received this Transformer as a gift, and he was thrilled with it, until it snapped in half near the back of a front fender (after only two weeks of play time). Now the toy is unusable. We are very disappointed, as he loved playing with Bumblebee and Sam. My son has lots of other Transformers, and he does not play roughly with them. It's a shame that this toy didn't last long, given that it is so expensive.』
(LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!) 『Thank goodness for pictures! Thanks for the pictures from the fan who put his up here ^_~, help me with my 'Bee greatly! First off, Bee is a great Transformer, he's my fave, he's adorable. So when I got this Human Alliance, I was blown away by the accurate detail...WOAH. They really got it right with this one. The design is right down to the tee compared to the movie. I love it! So sam comes with it....LOL, I could do without him (I know Alliance is the point of the toy, but I love Bumblebee so much, even if I take Sam off, he looks and works great! Great detail, Accuracy in the cannon, has a Battle Mask (yay!), and is just cuuuute! ^_~ Go Bumblebee Go!』
(Transformer Bumblebee with Sam, are really big hit with my Grandson!!!) 『I have bought several transformers for my Grandson over the last few years. This by far was the best made of them all. It also was the biggest hit at his birthday party. You should have a big run on these after all those little boys got a chance to play with it.』 『BUMBLEBEE and Sam were best friends almost from the moment they first met face to face. As they learned more about one another, that connection grew deeper and deeper. Now, whether Sam is behind the wheel, or standing side by side with his friend, they work together as a team. Against BUMBLEBEE and his human friend, no DECEPTICON stands a chance.』
Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Nah, Nah, Nah, Nah, Nah, Nah.....BATMAN!) 『My son has wanted this batcave for months. I caught it online for a deal so I snapped it right up. to this day, I keep having to play it off every time he says "mom, I'm saving for the Batcave...can't you just loan me the money??"』
(Son Likes it.) 『Son really likes it. Not much education in it, but good for some fun before it goes on the pile of toys he doesn't use anymore....』
(Girls like it too!) 『Although this is a traditional "boy's toy", my 4-year old daughter can't keep her hands off it, whenever we go to her friend's house for a playdate. The first time we were there, she literally played with nothing else for two hours straight. It's still a favorite, several months later. I'm getting it for her for Christmas. She didn't even know who Batman was before playing with this toy, but the elevator, the figurines, and the helicopter (sold separately) are big hits regardless.』
(batcave imaginext) 『My son enjoys this imaginext toys are extremely durable and worth the cost great buys.』
(Awsome toy!!) 『Got this for my son for his 5th birthday. He loves it! Going in he was not yet a huge Batman fan, but he absolutely loves it. I highly recommend this toy. Lots of fun and durable.』 『Imaginext Adventures unlock a new adventure every time you play. Imagine... a call comes in from the Commissioner. The Joker is playing tricks again that just aren't funny. Once again, it's time for Batman to take action. Batman takes the elevator to the main floor of the Bat Cave, where Robin has already lowered the drawbridge at the entrance. Holy grappling hooks! The Penguin is right outside! Batman must head for the side door to make a quick exit on the Bat Cycle. Playset includes Batman and Robin figures. Add to the adventure with additional Super Friends figures, sold separately. Playset measures 21"L x 6"W x 16"H.』
price：$3.98
Spin Master
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (kids love it) 『My kids are so in love with this toy. To me, it look like miniature golf balls. Don't ever step on one, it feels like a rock and poor kids, I have cracked a few of them....lol! It keeps them from bugging me around the house, so if you ask me, yes I will purchase another one. Arrived in excellent condition, and before time.』
(The kids love 'em) 『My five-year old has been asking for bakugans since he played with them at a friend's house. He got this set for his birthday, and he loves 'em. They are fine as a starter set.』
(Great gift for a 6 year old) 『My nephew was THRILLED to recieve this gift and played with it as soon as he opened it up!』
(Entertaining) 『I got these for my son, his very first, he loves them, and mostly he likes to watch them open, so, wherever there is metal, he is sticking them!』
(Bakugan) 『My son plays with these nonstop. They are very entertaining and super durable. They even withstand being snatched by my 2 year old!』 『Bakugan battle brawlers are here. Answer the call to brawl and decide the fate of the galaxy. Magnetic marbles POP open into power Bakugan warrior action figures when they roll onto the real metal Gate Cards. Use strategy to place your metal Gate Cards as each card affects the battle differently. Master your shooting skills to roll your Bakugan into battle. Styles are selected at random when shipped.』 『The popular and fun anime TV series "Bakugan Battle Brawlers" has spawned this strategic game that pits a variety of "Bakugan warriors" -- such as "Juggernoids," "Fear rippers," and "Robatallians" -- against each other for points. With this Bakugan Starter Pack, kids 4 and above will enjoy the challenge of earning points by rolling their Bakugan (or shooting them from a launcher) onto magnetic cards where the plastic spheres burst open to reveal the fearsome warrior apparatus inside. Kids will also love the way the Bakugan transform suddenly into warrior mode, and fans of the show will have an especially good time with the game.
Inside each plastic sphere is a fearsome warrior apparatus. View larger.
There are many colors and varieties of Bakugan to collect. View larger.
What We Think
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The Good:Wide variety of Bakugan make them fun for kids to trade and collect
The Bad:No instructions with some toys
In a Nutshell:Clever and exciting interactive game that kids will enjoy even if they're not familiar with the TV show
At a Glance
Ages:4 and up
NOTE: This Bakugan Starter Pack includes a random selection of three Bakugan warriors. It also includes three metal cards and instructions. It does not include the optional Bakugan Launcher.
Ready, Set, Play! The mission of Bakugan game play is to battle against other Bakugan to win the points awarded on the cards by getting your Bakugan to land on card. Players will love pretending to be one of the various characters in the show, such as the fiery 12-year-old leader "Dan" or the wise "Marucho," and they gain a deeper understanding of the cards and warriors as they play.
The Starter Pack includes instructions, making it an ideal way for newbies to get started with this fun and exciting game. The game itself is fairly straightforward, but if your child has never played before, you might have to help him or her to understand the rules -- after reading and understanding them yourself. While some of the plastic Bakugan pieces are small and could easily get lost, others, like the Bakugan Deka, are as big as a softball.
The Starter Pack comes with three Bakugan and three cards -- perfect for kids who are new to the game and who want to try it out. The illustrated instructions are easy to follow.
Exciting Magnetic Action The Bakugan come in lots of colors and varieties that make them fun to collect and trade. Most of them are pocket-sized and easy for your child to carry around and bring over to their friend's houses. Having a magnet that activates the warriors is a clever idea that adds excitement to the game. The Bakugan Launcher (sold separately) is a great accessory, with three shooting modes ("curve," "angle, and "distance"), but it doesn't come with any instructions.
Room for the Imagination We like that this that this game combines skill (aiming your Bakugan) with strategy (placement of the cards). We also enjoyed the way the warriors pop open on the magnetic cards -- although sometimes they do it even when they don't land on the cards. Being unfamiliar with the TV show, we felt a little lost at first in the world of Bakugan. But with the help of the colorful, animated Bakugan Web site, we got the gist of what the game is about and how to play. Our attempts to fire the launcher proved somewhat difficult and instructions would have helped. But the launcher isn't necessary. Kids can simply roll the Bakugan like marbles for a fun and action-packed game with their friends.
What's in the Box Three Bakugan, three metal cards, and instructions. 』
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