The first book to combine two powerhouse subjects and popular pastimes – bird watching and drawing. In this unique guide, readers will be instructed how to identify and attract over 45 popular species
Over 200 exciting full color posters from World War II, each one accompanied by a caption describing its origins, design, and purpose. The posters cover a wide range of topics, such as recruitment, s
This is a light hearted yet serious look at dairy and beef cows of the world--both familiar and not so familiar. From ancient myths to a breed encyclopedia to a whimsical look at the fun pop culture s
Packed with over 160 puzzles in an oversized, spiral-bound cover, this terrific collection has been designed to give your powers of deduction a rigorous workout. Presented in a convenient, easy-to-rea
Presented in an oversized, spiral-bound format with easy-to-read large print for everyone to enjoy, this super selection promises to spark those little grey cells into life. Offering over 170 speciall
This book looks at life (and death) on Earth and beyond in terms of probability: from the odds against being born in the first place, to the odds against dying a natural death, plus the chances of eve
Beautifully illustrated books, each book in the 6.5in x 8in Amazing Facts and Trivia series contains hundreds of colorful pieces of artwork, photographs, and diagrams. These quirky books are designed
This book showcases over forty of the most fascinating nonvenomous and venomous snakes from North America and throughout the world. In addition to John Netherton's spectacular color photographs, Davi
This Old Guitar is a treasury of short stories, essays, tall tales, and reminiscences, all devoted to the guitar and the special role it plays in our lives.
Elvis Aaron Presley was one of the most popular American singers of the 20th century. A cultural icon, he is widely known simply as Elvis and is often referred to as "the King". Born in Tupelo, Missis
The Corvette has long been regarded as America's only true sports car and has proved its longevity, having been in production for more than 50 years. Since then, every year has been seen remarkable t
A companion volume to "The Classic Western American Railroad Routes". Following the successful and innovative format of the western routes volume, this book traces the development, history and routes
The Golden Age of Stage Musicals takes as its era the post-World War II boom period for the musical in the United States and Great Britain? from Carousel! to The Witches of Eastwick. After a general I
This book examines the history and legend surrounding what have become three of the most beloved years in Chevrolet’s history. Anthony Young’s technical and design history is illustrated by 175 images
This book pays homage to farm life, farm families, and to the classic farm tractor. Part family farm nostalgia, part reminiscences about faithful old tractors, this book is chock full of endearing pi
Featuring for the first time in one reference volume the structure and equipment of the Allied terrestrial combat units in World War II. The hardcover reference book examines the organization of each
Featuring for the first time in one reference volume the structure and equipment of the German and Axis terrestrial combat units in World War II. The hardcover reference book examines the organization
After the success of his last book, Burgers, Chef Paul Gayler turns his attention to another favorite, steak. From such classics as The Ultimate Steak and Fries, well loved choices such as Tournedos R
The straightforward approach and accessible recipes in this cookbook put the fun back into fish. Covering everything from how to tell if fish is really fresh to the best cooking methods for each type
Pam Percy provides a colorful, egg-straordinarily entertaining account of chicken history; breeds; the world of chicken collectibles; and the chicken’s role in art, pop culture, myth, legend, religion
A rich and evocative collection of over thirty curries, this book celebrates India’s culinary tradition and also adapts classic dishes to suit the tastes of modern home cooks. Each recipe is beautiful
A beautifully photographed collection of over thirty irresistible recipes from the popular Tanner Brothers. Chris and James demonstrate the versatility of chocolate, one of the most coveted ingredient
From fondant fancies to Florentines, and chocolate cheesecake, battenburg and brownies to lemon drizzle and blueberry muffins, the classic bakes in Small Cakes provide comfort moments during a busy da
This book brings the skill of the traditional bread makers of the world within reach of everyone, and you will find that baking your own bread is unexpectedly easy. Paul Gayler has collected delicious
The Handy Guide to Home Plumbing is a comprehensive yet easy-to-follow plumbing manual for today's homeowner. It gives you all the practical information and know-how you need to understand, install, r
The hardcover reference titles in the Day by Day series examine the evolution of conflicts and wars in a chronological timeline, from the first skirmish to the last battle—and everything in between. T
This book explains the seeds of the conflict, and examines important topics such as the development and use of new tactics and weapons, the roles of the great commanders, the maritime war, and the war
A rare breed is defined as a breed of livestock that is not common in modern agriculture, though it may have been in the past. Various national and international organizations, such as the United Nati
He has been called a brilliant thinker, strikingly original, subversive, evil, creative, brazen, intellectually passionate, challenging, and the Anti-Christ ("God is a crude answer, a piece of indelic
This compact hardcover edition of William Blake's classic Songs of Innocence and of Experience is the perfect size for students and collectors of classic poetry. The lovely cover illustration shows a
Russell created more than 2,000 paintings of cowboys, Indians, and landscapes set in the Western United States, in addition to bronze sculptures. Known as 'the cowboy artist'[2], Russell was also a st
The Book of Spells is a stimulating and comprehensive workbook for anyone interested in discovering their magical powers, and how these can be harnessed as a means of improving their life and circumst
This book reveals as never before the military might of the various military aviation forces serving the United States today. To create the spectacular images in this book the author and other photogr
In "Alice's adventures in Wonderland," Alice falls down a rabbit hole and discovers a world of nonsensical and amusing characters, and in "Through the looking glass," Alice journeys through a mirror t
A conflict which had many parts and a number of warring factions, the Vietnam War constitutes a defining moment in modern history. This volume covers many of the issues present, often violently, durin
Told through the words of participants and observers, both military and civilian, this book is an account of the events that followed George B. McClellan's appointment as commander of the Army of the
In these pages you will find exotic supercars from the likes of Ferrari and Bentley, limousines only the super rich can afford and an SUV that protects its occupants from the blast of a land mine. Th
Through its various guises as magic cauldron, cornucopia, horn of plenty and chalice cup the Holy Grail has remained at the center of popular culture from antiquity right up to the present day.
This is the dramatic story of the German defeat of the Allies in northern France and the Low Countries in 1940. Covering the campaign as a whole, it examines the issues from all sides, including those
This volume follows frontier commerce up the Mississippi River and its two major tributaries, the Ohio and the Missouri. It tells of steamboat speed records, races and disasters, and of the growing na
