An autobiographical and artistic study by Vincent Van Gogh highlights 230 paintings in color and black-and-white, and conveys the artist's vivid directness while offering insight into his intelligence
Have hours of fun coloring in artworks of well-known aircraft from throughout history. Includes 30 aircraft, from early biplanes and triplanes to the latest passenger airliners and stealth fighters. E
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,
This compact dictionary of over 500 popular chords in their most common voicings features clear photographs and easy-to-follow-diagrams and instructions.The spiral binding allows you to lay the book f
Author Dennis Adler has woven together enthralling tales of American and European revolvers, pistols, and longarms used on both sides of the Mason-Dixon Line from 1861-1865. This book traces the evolu
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
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Have hours of fun coloring in artworks of well-known automobiles from throughout history. Includes 30 vehicles, from early racing cars and luxury sedans, through the classic muscle cars of the 1960s a
X-Men: The Characters and Their Universe tells the story of this unique band of comic book heroes from their creation in 1963 by the dream team of writer Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby, through their
How do you choose the perfect complement of fish for your aquarium? How can you understand the nature and behavior of these slippery creatures? Discover an underwater world with this invaluable guide
"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
Over the course of 15 years, author Mark Wegman researched original railroad company drawings, records, and even paint chips to render 180 color profiles, front view, top views, and interior layouts r
This lavishly illustrated book provides a highly informative and detailed guide to the trees of North America.Each highly detailed, full color entry shows all aspects of a particular kind of tree to m
If your scientific knowledge is hazy and you want to keep up with the remarkable stories you’re seeing in the newspapers and on TV, this is the book for you. It will bring you up to speed in the hot a
A genealogical history of Ireland and its people, from prehistoric times to the present day, traces the origins of placenames and surnames and provides full-color illustrations of clan coats of arms a
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
The Atlas of Life on Earth offers a comprehensive, chronological survey of the Earth, its landscape and its life forms, from the beginning of the solar system 4.5 billion years ago to the present day.
Use the outlines in this book to produce yourown stunning stained glass artworks withcolored pencils, while improving your artistic skills. Assembled here is a treasure troveof stained glass outlines
Intricate and intriguing, mandalas are representations of the cosmos and quite capable of taking you to another world.The designs presented here can be appreciated for their extraordinary beauty, and
From the invasion to the breakout, to Patton’s opening of the road to Brittany, the Mayenne, and the Loire, and finally, with de Gaulle’s triumphant return to Paris, the Battle of Normandy was won at
Drawing from Osprey's famous aviation artwork and more than 150 photos, this book conveys all the drama of the Luftwaffe's existence, from bombing raids over London to jet fighter dogfights over Berli
Modern computer technology meets the history of warfare in this book, the Great Battles of WWII. A stunning new look at the most spectacular campaigns of World War II, this book uses incredible comput
17 of the greatest battles of the Civil War come alive as never before for as breakthrough computer graphics recreate every detail of the Civil War's most important battles.A team of experts has resea
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
This full story of German espionage in World War II, illustrated with 150 black-and-white photographs, explores the rivalry between Nazi intelligence services. Includes Nazi counter-intelligence opera
Despite being incredibly popular during his time, Nikola Tesla today remains largely overlooked among lists of the greatest inventors and scientists of the modern era. Thomas Edison gets all the glor
The cars are presented chronologically in a succession of seductive photographs by Michel Zumbrunn, widely recognized as one of the best car photographers working today. The combination of general vi
Ghost Trains contains accounts of twenty-three iconic railroad journeys from around the country, fully illustrated with Bell’s atmospheric images of trains under full steam, rusting locos, derelict br
Packed with striking photographs, this book presents both impressive manmade sights and natural wonders. A brief text and captions provide background and history about subjects such as the great batt
Centuries ago, when travelers from the north crossed the Alps and arrived at Lake Garda, surrounded by castles, vineyards and olive and lemon groves, they saw Italy as an enchanted place. Their wonde
Containing some of the best-known stories of the Old Testament, the Book of Genesis has provided a rich source of inspiration to artists throughout the centuries. This special edition of Genesis bring
Discover the movements that will help common ailments such as depression, insomnia, and hypertension; ease the digestive system; strengthen the legs; and stimulate the kidneys.
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
This is a fascinating and informative guide to over 120 of the most important military aircraft since 1945. Packed with over 2000 color and black and white photographs and artworks. Includes full di
From hand pumpers to the sweeping fenders of the '30s and '40s and into the age of modern high-tech big-rigs, this colorful and nostalgic collection brings together many of the finest names in America
From big cats to great apes, from penguins to boa constrictors and from giraffes to termites, Animals is a celebration of the immense diversity of life on Earth, from all creatures great and small. M
This book provides comprehensive coverage of 218 of the best loved automobiles produced in the US over the last 100 years. It contains more than 2000 full color, specially commissioned photographs sh
Here is a complete examination of this critical period of military history with first hand accounts bringing the battlefield to life. Boxes and sidebars examine technology, individual generals and st
