From roots and shoots, almonds to zucchini, field and forest to the family table-this delectable guide reveals the intriguing stories of the world's favorite food plants. The Illustrated Encyclopedia
Muscle cars are loud, proud, and in your face, with no other pretensions than to be just that. They may be simple, even crude, but for roaring, pumping, tire-smoking standing starts, they are the busi
Check out this in depth history and guide to one of Americas oldest and most popular motorcycle manufactuer!As the dominant manufacturer for the first two decades of this century, the Indian Motorcycl
For guitar fans everywhere, this lavishly illustrated book is packed with intriguing facts, anecdotes, quotes, lists, history, and just plain bizarre stuff.Enter the world of the early blue guitarists
Be entertained and delighted by these enchanting creatures. Fabulous Fairies Coloring Book lets you bring magic to life and escape the mundane. Elegant and beautiful, each fairy is as fantastic as the
The symmetry and intricacy of mandalas have long inspired calm and peace of mind. With your own unique palette, tranquility will find you within these sacred circles. Create your own mystical masterpi
Man's best friend, his most loyal companion, and trusted partner. Have you ever looked into a dog's eyes and seen that unblinking love? Dogs come in many shapes and sizes, but the condition of their h
There are over 300 different breeds of horse in the world today and they are used for a variety of specific needs. Herd animals by nature, horses work spectacularly well in large groups and communicat
High performance and utterly thrilling to drive, the muscle car changed the way we view automobiles. Through marketing wars and head to head horse power battles, a carefully curated ideology of what t
Winston Churchill once remarked that the secret warfare waged in World War II equaled "the most fantastic inventions of romance and melodrama."William Breuer vividly confirms that assessment with thes
We spend a third of our lives of our lives asleep, and this book will teach you how to enjoy them to their fullest. Sleep gives us far more than rest, under the right circumstances; sleep will refresh
Covers animals, climate samples, earth history, biomes, volcanoes, geology, water, radiation, earthquake samples, plant samples, and so much more!Will teach you how continents move. Show how mountains
The style of haiku-short verse poetry with seventeen syllables structured in three lines-was developed and solidified in Japan 1603-1770. Traditionally read in a monotone voice, the evocative haiku il
Despite their many differences, all Native Americans share a profound appreciation of the cycles of nature and a belief in the cosmic interconnectedness of all things. Professor Larry J. Zimmerman tel
Working from entirely different traditions of combat and honor, the Native Americans' typical ambush and raiding tactics, based on indigenous hunting techniques, have often been misunderstood by Europ
Jane Austen revolutionized the literary romance, using it as a platform from which to address issues of gender politics and class consciousness among the British middle-class of the late eighteenth ce
For lovers of facts, students of popular culture, history buffs, and science enthusiasts, the foremost specialist on everything tells how and why hundreds of the everyday items, expressions, and custo
Another excellent edition in the Knickerbocker Classic series, The Complete Fiction of H.P. Lovecraft collects the author's novel, four novellas, and fifty-three short stories. Written between the yea
"The secret of getting ahead is getting started." Mark Twain's style of writing was friendly and funny, deflating egos and lifting spirits of those around him. Here are some of his kindest q
In the remote parts of the West where law and order was unheard of, a man's best friend and main hope for salvation was his gun. It was an integral part of his life, and most men who lived and died by
Coloring in is widely believed to have a therapeutic effect on people with emotional issues. It can help to focus the mind and hands in a way that relieves distressing thoughts and feelings. TheArt Th
A visual directory with over 100 of the most popular North American bird calls. Beautiful illustrations show each bird's distinctive colors and plumage, and detailed information reveals their origin,
A magnificent crystal identifier profiling over 100 of the earth's most fascinating and beautiful minerals displayed in a spectrum of 20 color bands. Explore the significance of each color ray, and th
One of the most iconic and well recognized Presidents in history, Theodore Roosevelt was affable and wise. Many of our national parks owe thanks to Roosevelt, as does the Panama Canal, and our modern
Flowering Plants is a comprehensive source of botanical information. More than 100 flowering plant families are profiled with authoritative text and featured in more than 700 beautiful artworks. An ea
With over 140 stunning, high quality maps, plans, and illustrations, this book brings the subject to life, revealing all aspects of knights and castles, mapping the spread of the Norman influence, the
Everyone loves a cupcake—cupcakes are an American institution. The pretty little cakes are great for parties, fabulous for friends, and wonderful for making with children. They’re a phenomenon and sho
The Historical Atlas series explores pivotal events and areas of cultural interest in great detail. Most books in this series are available both in hardcover, and in paperback with flaps, and the inte
The history of the Jewish people is as turbulent as it is ancient, and this atlas explores the historic struggles of the Jews, as well as their rich cultural and religious history. This work explores
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
This book provides a comprehensive history of the Celts, supported by accurate, detailed maps demonstrating the movements of the people and the major military campaigns and conflicts of the Celts, wit
This hardcover book with internal wire-o binding is 6.5in x 8in, a perfect size for readers to keep handy and reference often. The stylish design of this book, along with the interior photographs, ill
Epic adventures, mythical steeds, and Elvish damsels in distress, the world of heoric fantasy artwork is beautiful and detailed. Showing you the techniques to put ideas to paper in simple stages, this
This book provides the ultimate reference guide for artists and wearers alike. It covers the most popular types of mythical and spiritual tattoo designs with unique illustrations from some of the lead
The history of classical music is very much the history of western civilization; a reflection of the ages in which the individual composers lived and of the instruments that they could call upon.
Recently all but extinct, corsets are back in fashion as never before. Hundreds of beautiful color images catalog both classic and contemporary examples of the corsetiere's art.
This beautiful illustrated guide to lingerie presents a brief history of lingerie, from girdles and early versions of the bra to modern pieces, and shows you how to properly fit yourself and where to
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
A lavishly illustrated production including two page photo spreads of all of the major league parks. Also contains photos and information on 16 old parks, many of which no longer exist. Complete his
Muscle cars are a quintessentially North American phenomenon, owing their outrageous existence to a very simple formula. Take a mid-sized American sedan and add the biggest V8 possible to squeeze unde
