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
Everybody makes mistakes, but when an American President blunders the result can be catastrophic. This in depth look at presidential decision making processes gone wrong reveals the policies and cour
Come on a journey through the medieval world, as we explore the complex imagery and fascinating history of heraldry An accessible and absorbing guide to decoding the medieval mysteries of heraldrySupp
Discover simple, natural, and effective home products you can count on.Trying to avoid all those harmful chemicals in your home and looking for natural solutions?Household Hints has hundreds of fresh,
Some of the most intriguing patterns are found in fractals. Neverending with shapes reminiscent of objects seen in nature, fractals contain miniature copies of themselves. In this book you will find a
A handy guide, Home Remedies provides families with ordinary household remedies to treat over 100 common ailments safely, effectively, and inexpensively in an easy-to-use A-to-Z format. Discover easy
Each book in the 6.5in x 8in Amazing Facts and Trivia series is beautifully illustrated and contains hundreds of colorful pieces of artwork, photographs, and diagrams. These quirky books are designed
Handsomely illustrated with striking, sometimes shocking, often poignant images, this book combines the depictions of momentous events with fascinating character portraits and arresting eyewitness acc
Most mazes are simple—get to the end without crossing a black line and you've won. But add in a few rules and they are elevated to the realm of high-grade adult puzzles. Enter these pages and you will
An outdoor survival guide that utilizes two of the most popular and versatile tools carried by many hikers, campers, and hunters: knives and axes. Each chapter presents the knife or axe skills and act
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
Emerging out of the vast steppe grasslands of Central Asia in the early 1200s, the Mongols, under their ferocious leader, Genghis Khan, quickly carved out an empire that by the late thirteenth century
Packed with easy to follow illustrations and step by step instructions, this complete guide to playing cards tells you how to play 52 games, master 52 skills, and perform 52 tricks. The ideal companio
Got a crochet problem you can't solve? Curious to know more about a specific technique? Want to know how to achieve a range of decorative effects?Crochet 200 Questions Answered will come to your rescu
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.
Plant medicine has been used in a therapeutic fashion since antiquity in the healing of the body, mind, and spirit. This philosophy is our heritage. Herbal medicine uses a holistic approach to healing
An authoritative yet accessible guide to the origins and principles of one of the most ancient therapeutic treatments in the world. Features step-by-step instructions to the basic ref lexology techniq
Discover how learning to channel your thoughts can help you take control of your life. Transmit healing energy through your hands to achieve deep relaxation, inner peace and total well-being. Reiki is
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
This is the ultimate comprehensive whirlwind guide to burlesque theatre. Discover its roots and shoots, its heroines and heretics—and the reason WHY burlesque has always been taboo…yet so popular.
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
With clear explanations and simple instructions, this book will show you how to lay out the cards and decode the symbolism of each card and card combination. Tarot cards reveal the deeper states of mi
The chicken is one of the most familiar and ubiquitous of all the domestic animals, having been kept by humankind for thousands of years for its meat, eggs and feathers. It has also playeda??and conti
Introduction to the flavors and ingredients of the Italian continent.Master the skills to create fabulous and authentic Italian food.At least 300 mouth watering recipes including classics from pasta a
Discover the delights of mandalas with this lovely coloring book featuring over 100 geometric designs of different styles and levels of complexity. The calming and balancing effects of mandalas, toget
In a world that is always hurrying toward the next goal or deadline, stillness and calm have become increasingly valuable. With over 60 beautiful images, including mandalas, birds, flowers, and fairie
The latest tantalizing offering in the ever-popular Hot series heats up backyards and kitchens alike with 50 sizzling recipes for classic barbecue favorites and innovative pleasers from around the wor
The Fundamentals of Drawing Anatomy is a book by artists for artists, and presents a dynamic visual record of the essential characteristics and creative possibilities of the human form. For hundreds
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
This book brings together the text with many of the artworks it has inspired; from exquisite medieval illuminated manuscripts and the graphic woodcuts of Albrecht Durer, to paintings by Turner and Wil
Between 1861 and 1865, 7,000 Irishmen, virtually all of them immigrants, enlisted in the Irish Brigade, and 4,000 of them were killed or wounded. This book is the story of their heroism, sacrifice,
With over 400 high quality maps, plans, and photographs this book brings the subject to life, revealing all aspects of rail transportation and technology. It maps the spread of the networks across the
The Ancient Egyptians continue to fascinate people from all walks of life, and of all the knowledge we have of their culture, the rituals connected to death and the afterlife are the most compelling.T
This book depicts a continent emerging as both a bloody battleground between Native Americans and Europeans and a place where alien cultures began to mesh. This is the history they left out of the te
