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
In the 1940s, a young generation of jazz musicians forged a new style out of the swing music of the 1930s. A new breed of players like Dizzy Gillespie, Bud Powell, and Thelonius Monk transformed the j
White immigrants to southern states of American and specifically the Appalachian Mountains developed a unique musical style that continues to be extremely popular in the U.S. and around the world. The
Shaken or stirred, this volume will certainly enhance your skills as a mixologist. In addition to 250 classic and fresh cocktail recipes learn about the tools of the trade, the right glass and everyth
Artists as diverse as Titian, Monet, and Picasso have used oil paint. Abstract painters and pop artists, Expressionists, and photorealists have all used it, each movement renewing the possibilities of
Published between 1856 and 1885, is a cycle of twelve narrative poems by the English poet Alfred, Lord Tennyson (1809?1892; Poet Laureate from 1850) which retells the legend of King Arthur, his knight
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
Over one hundred full color maps and charts show the major battles of the Civil War, in a resource that explores the social, political, and military history of the conflict.
Beginning in the early days of Japanese history, this book traces the rise and fall of the warrior class over the space of a millennium, from the days of the birth of the Japanese nation through centu
This hardcover book with internal wire-o binding is 6.5in x 8in is a perfect size for readers to keep handy and reference often. The stylish design of the book, along with the interior photographs, il
In time for the 25th anniversary of his death, the king of rock is memorialized in Elvis: A Celebration, a photo book featuring over 600 images of Presley throughout his life. Compiled by author and b
The largest French speaking territory in the world, Quebec is also Canada’s biggest province. Populated by the Algonquin, Iroquoian, and Inuit tribes 10,000 years before the arrival of the first Euro
Nestled on the northern shore of Lake Ontario is Toronto, the largest city in Canada. ?Hog Town” as it is sometimes known to its residents?is a densely and diversely populated city. Approximately fo
From its landscapes, industry and wildlife to its towns and cities, Ontario is rich in history, diverse in its peoples and has much to offer anyone living in, or visiting this magical province. Many p
For centuries, society could not have functioned without the horse; not only was it used for transportation, but it was also a working animal, used on farms, in mines, and on the battlefield. This di
Fire equipment goes by many names throughout the world, the most common being fire engine, appliance or apparatus. This book takes a look at how the need for extinguishing fires quickly and safely h
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 played—and continu
This hardcover guidebook with internal wire-o binding is 6.5in x 8in, a perfect size for budding artists to keep handy and reference often. The stylish design of this collection of ticks or tricks, al
This book sets out everything the acrylics artist will need to know. It tackles brushes and the no brush approach - using sponges and fingers - before launching into the nuts and bolts of painting. W
This hardcover manual with internal wire-o binding is 6.5in x 8in, a perfect size for budding magicians to keep handy and reference often. The stylish design of this book, along with the interior phot
A pictorial resource on the ancient art of tattooing features tattoo designs arranged by subject with information on the history and meaning of each category.
There have been so many amazing discoveries and inventions in the history of mankind that one would be hard put to place them in order of importance. Many have revolutionized the way society works, s
The Keyboard Player's Chord Bible is designed for beginner and intermediate musicians looking to understand, improve, and experiment with chords. In this book, you can explore new and exciting sounds
Looks at every aspect of the horse, discussing its evolution, biology, history, characteristics, behavior, and relationship with humankind in the areas of work, sport, and leisure, providing essential
Describes the history, clothing, cultural traditions, religious beliefs, demographics, notable figures, and recent developments of the seven tribes that make up the Dakota Indians through text and ill
Words have come a long way since they were invented as a nifty tool to help us communicate. We have played with them, made up rules for them, added bits to them and taken bits off. We've gathered them
Superb, full-color large-scale reproductions of paintings by the artist whose name is synonymous with the American West are accompanied by drawings and sculptures immortalizing the cowboys, native Ame
This book covers the Eastern Band in North Carolina; the Keetoowah Band and Cherokee Nation in Oklahoma; as well as the affiliated and non- affiliated Cherokee living all over the United States and in
This book takes a full and detailed look of runes when used in divination, together with the casting layouts and spreads connected with the technique. In describing the early history of the runes, as
Despite the sophistication of the modern world it is still, thankfully, still a place full of mystery and fascination, some of which may be repellent and terrifying, the rest awesome and spell binding
Here you will be guided through the Tarot’s 22 Marjor Arcana and 56 Minor Arcana cards separately, before they are used in combination with each other, and there are some initial thoughts on the subje
This hardcover book with internal wire-o binding is 6.5in x 8in is a perfect size for readers to keep handy and reference often. The stylish design of this book, along with the interior photographs, i
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
An overview of one of the world's darkest times, as told by the people who lived through it, and some of whom who did not. Photographs and maps demonstrate many of the actions that took place during t
This collector's edition contains all 180 stunning images that artist Gustave Dore created when asked to undertake a portrait of London. The hardcover volume is 9.5 in x 11.8, and its beautiful page d
