This book shows through illustrated spreads and other graphic material, the function of machines, devices and technological systems such as i.e. the computer, the telephone, hybrid carsa??among many o
After the end of the Cold War, there was decade or so while military spending was cut, but since the new millennium budgets have grown and new weapons technology is reaching the front line. Modern Wea
Carol Kelli-Gangi brings you a years worth of inspiration and love from The Saints.Be inspired by 365 Days with the Saints. This beautiful, devotional book by Carol-Kelli Gangi consists of quotations
This book has been specially researched and designed to provide the ideal companion to Biblical studies. In the panels of this book there are thousands of new and interesting insights into the greates
Explore classic stories of the great Greek and Roman heroes, gods, and monsters.Who's Who in Classical Mythology is an indispensable guide to all the Greek and Roman mythological characters, from majo
Illustrated with detailed artworks and full-color photographs, Jet Fighters Inside Out is a comprehensive study of key air superiority and ground attack aircraft developed since World War II. Arranged
Illustrated with detailed artworks and full-color photographs, Warships Inside Out is a comprehensive study of the key warships built since the nineteenth century. Arranged chronologically, each vesse
Birds profiles more than 400 species from all continents and climates. With a broad sweep from the greater flamingo to the snowy owl, from the golden eagle to the canary, from the puffin to the green
This book opens with a short biographical introduction and then provides a chronological visual history of her life, from her early years working in a wartime munitions factory in Burbank, through the
?The exciting color history of the battle between Harley-Davidson and Indian for control of the American motorcycle market. Includes color photographs of restored motorcycles, archival photography pri
The Bomber Command was the heart of the US Army Air Force's operations against Nazi Germany in World War II. At its peak, the USAAF boasted 2,411,294 men and women in uniform with 230,000 aircraft fl
The Origami Zoo Box contains everything you need and shows how to create stunning animals, birds and fish, with the easy to follow illustrations. Key Features‧ Projects of increasing complexity to b
Presenting a contemporary collection of origami models inspired by different areas of the armed forces, including the Army, Navy and Air force. In the final section there is a collection of medals th
For over fifty years World War II has been seen as a black and white war, but specially commissioned research has now unearthed a remarkable color record of the conflict. Color photography was still i
In this lavish celebration of the glory and grandeur that are the great North American railroads, author Claude Wiatrowski examines the development of the industry with nearly 90 features covering mo
World War II saw a global conflict with the weapons technologies of the leading nations of the world pitted against each other. Weapons of World War II examines key air, sea and land weapons, vehicles
This comprehensive guide to the aircraft of World War II features more than 120 military aircraft in service between 1939 and 1945. Each aircraft is covered in detail with feature boxes outlining its
This latest book from long time researcher and militaria expert Martin J. Brayley provides an extensive and in depth examination of bayonets from 37 countries from around the world – over 300 bayonets
This is the first book that shows in full color all the details of the war’s greatest weapons—handguns, rifles, submachine guns, machine guns, mortars and antitank weapons. This reference is much more
This book cov-ers the US Civil War in its entirety. It also con-tains con-cise illus-trated biogra-phies of the mil-i-tary and polit-i-cal lead-ers of both sides. 144 pages with a 32-page gate-folde
Humans have always been fascinated by what can be seen, at first with the naked eye and then with larger and more powerful telescopes. Now with satellite images from space, there is a new dimension to
The timechart is based on an original Victorian wall chart, published in 1890. It follows the entire history of mankind and shows what was happening concurrently around the world with illustrations o
This is a fascinating and informative guide to more than 120 of the most important rotorcraft ever designed. Contains over 2000 color and black and white photographs and illustrations. Includes full
Once associated with sailors and street gangs, tattoos have now entered the mainstream. Whenever we see a fabulous tattoo on someone passing by in the street, we want to stop and stare. We are fascina
2,500 years ago Sun Tzu wrote a military treatise called The Art of War. Since then, the book has been used not just by military tacticians but by business leaders, planners, traders, politicians, and
An invaluable reference for woodworkers, crafters, furniture designers, and DIY enthusiasts, this is a comprehensive guide to wood, one of our most beautiful natural resources. Discover a world of woo
This fascinating book explores the history of the native peoples of North America, from the early arrival of humans from Asia and their migration throughout the continent, the first and subsequently d
1,000 Birds celebrates the bird kingdom in all its wonderful variety. Through 1,000 detailed illustrations by some of the world's leading ornithological artists, the rich and beautiful diversity of th
With such coverage and interest in The Beatles, how can there be anything new to say about the band? This book manages to do so thanks to the remarkable collection of photographs housed in Mirropix, t
Studebaker began business as a builder of covered wagons. By 1921 they were the number four automaker in the nation. By 1932 they were bankrupt. And for Studebaker, one of the most remarkable stories
Loosely chronological, Wonder Woman explores idiosyncratic creator William Moulton Marston's interest in ideas of a "new woman" for the twentieth century; costume and character story
Revolutionize your health with the power of leafy green vegetables, for they are packed with nutrients and are an extremely important part of your diet. Eating plenty of greens is probably one of the
"World War II was the most devastating event in human history. The Historical Atlas of World War II presents the conflict through deeply-researched text and detailed maps that, taken together
This is a fascinating exploration of the most influential collection of writings in Western history. By placing the events and people described in the Bible into their social and geographical context,
The timechart is based on an original Victorian wall chart, published in 1890. It follows the entire history of mankind and shows what was happening concurrently around the world with illustrations of
"Written by fourteen of the world's outstanding authorities on ornithology, illustrated with more than 500 original portraits, 270 line drawings, and 167 maps and diagrams,The World Atlas of
Ever since the original appearance of its first single cylinder engine, and then followed by its twin cylinders, the Harley-Davidson has distinguished itself by imposing its models, known for their tr
Skies of WWII tells what happened to the ordinary men and women who fought for freedom in the skies across the globe. For some it brought out reserves of unheard of courage and endurance, but for othe
