Dreams

arent you sick of lame dream books that dont make any sense? this one is perfect for the rest of us. everything's explained easily and completely. tucker says our dreams have nothing to do with "symbols"...they're about us, and whats going on in our brains. you GOTTA read this it makes everything make sense.

From VOYA This highly accessible and easy-to-read guide to dreams and their interpretation for young adults is arranged into three sections that are equally stimulating and informative. Some of the intriguing topics in part one include nightmares, prophetic dreams, freaky dreams, dying in your dreams, famous dreamers, sleepwalking, and sex and dreams. Part two offers a sometimes humorous analysis of nineteen different "weird dreams," such as "The One Where the Mushroom Grows Out of My Face," "The One Where I Kiss My Boyfriend, Then Get Hit by a Truck," "The One Where My Parents Throw Me Off a Cliff," and the ever-popular, "The One Where All My Teeth Fall Out." The book concludes with a do-it-yourself section for those interested in starting a dream journal, learning how to lucid dream, and developing an inner eye for self-analysis. Although teeming with fun facts, fascinating statistics, and relevant quotes, the appealing page layouts are not overfilled with cartoons and sidebars. Especially appealing is how Shaw made convenient use of his own dreams and personal experiences regarding the issues presented, infusing an otherwise flat study with a rather jovial and inviting voice. This technique not only helps give examples of the various concepts he introduces but also provides the necessary variety to the instructional narrative. With its wide appeal, this above-average and scintillating book is a recommended purchase for all public and school libraries. VOYA CODES: 4Q 4P M J S (Better than most, marred only by occasional lapses; Broad general YA appeal; Middle School, defined as grades 6 to 8; Junior High, defined as grades 7 to 9; Senior High, defined as grades 10 to 12). 2000, AlloyBooks/Penguin, 160p, Illus, Charts, Trade pb. Ages 12 to 18. Reviewer: Stefani Koorey VOYA, February 2001 (Vol. 23, No.6)

i really enjoyed this book. i've read lots of dream books that are kind of hard to follow. this one's easy to read, funny, and insightful. it answered all the questions i had about symbolism etc. i definitley recommend it.

Really clear explanations of everything. My friend's daughter Hannah tore through it in a weekend. Then her mother read it. Now they're talking about their dreams all the time. I'm gonna snag copies for everyone on my "I have no idea what to get you" list...know what I mean?

This book is awesome. It's written for teens, but I'm an adult and I learned so much. Every other dream book out there is so hard to understand--this one is clear, smart, and really well done. Plus, it's cheap. A great gift for anyone at all.