Select from 24 tables

Hi List, How do I select data from 24 table in my database. Each one is identical in structure layout being Id,name,list I want to select where like $_POST[var] from a form all of the tables but I am having trouble :( I thought making a var string like $string = "table1,table2,table3,....."; And doing (select * from $string where list like \"%$_POST[var]%\"); Would work but I get a MySql error which say "Column: 'list' in where clause is ambiguous" I am stumped so I ask the list for help or advise please. Any advise is very much appreciated and I thank you in advance for any help or pointers. Thank you Dave C --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.672 / Virus Database: 434 - Release Date: 28/04/2004