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
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, dur
Everyone loves to draw, from characters to cars, space to sports, just about everything can be recreated in fun and simple graphic novel style drawings. Whether you want to draw them professionally o
Written in 1879, A Doll’s House has been called the first truly feminist play. A scathing critique of the traditional roles of men and women in nineteenth century marriage, it caused scandal throughou
Many different fortune-telling methods have evolved down through the centuries, and virtually all of them are explored in this fact-filled, color-illustrated, how-to book. Readers will find a wealth o
This book provides anyone intersted in learning to play drums with all the information they need to get started. Packed with useful tips and simple illustrated lessons that are easy to understand, you
This magnificent book provides a tantalizing taster of the beauty of Italy from its city and townscapes to its incomparable countryside. To cover all of Italy's numerous charms, this book has been ass
This book chronicles the entire history of Sam Colt's developments in handguns from the first Paterson revolvers through the legendary 1860 Army, and from the time of his death in 1862, the evolution
This book tells the story of the Big Apple’s meteoric ascent; its people, great moments, and awe inspiring feats of architecture. From the earliest European maps of the region to superb photography o
This book tells the story of the Big Easy’s ascent; its extraordinary people, great moments, and feats of architecture. From the earliest European maps of the region to superb photography of its most
This book tells the story of the state’s ascent; its extraordinary people, great moments, and feats of architecture. From the earliest European maps of the region to superb photography of its most fa
Hypatia was a Greek mathematician, astronomer, and philosopher who invented the hydrometer in about 400 AD. Described as a charismatic teacher, she was seen as an evil symbol of the pagan science of l
The principles of algebra were founded by al-Khwarizmi many centuries ago, in a time when mankind had no calculators, computers, or electronic gadgets. There were no telephones and the only means of c
The hardcover reference titles in the Day by Day series examine the evolution of wars in a chronological timeline, from the first skirmish to the last battle and everything in between. These books are
During his lifetime, writer Sir Arthur Conan Doyle was involved in many public feuds. He argued with Irish writer George Bernard Shaw, over the sinking of the Titanic and fell out with American magici
The most famous pop band in the world, even today The Beatles hold center stage. Anyone who lived through the 1960s remembers them and the digital remastering of their output has ensured that younger
The hardcover reference titles in the Day by Day series examine the evolution of wars in a chronological timeline, from the first skirmish to the last battle and everything in between. These books are
The hardcover reference titles in the Day by Day series examine the evolution of wars in a chronological timeline, from the first skirmish to the last battle and everything in between. These books are
Handbags, not quite as we know them today, go back a long way. In 1500 BC, the Assyrians and Babylonians used richly embroidered bags for religious ceremonies; the ancient Persians had small pouches i
Perhaps the most widely known poem in the world, the Rubaiyat has captured the imagination of millions of readers down the centuries. Its simple eloquence and lilting rhymes form an elegy to the trans
The Third Reich was one of the most infamous regimes in history, being responsible for murderous repression and millions of deaths during World War II. This book is a highly illustrated account of the
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
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
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
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
This hardcover book with internal spiral binding is 6.5in x 8in, a perfect size for carpenters and woodworkers to keep near their workbench or toolbox for quick access.The design of this book allows i
Discover the unique joys of pastel painting with this easy-to-use guide to one of the most versatile and forgiving mediums. More than 100 visual sequences reveal key techniques such as mixing, blendin
DC Comics has created some of the most twisted and complex villainous characters in the world of comics. The third installment in the popular 100 Greatest Moments of DC Comics series, DC Com
Explore The Secrets of the Universe in 100 Symbols with this beautifully illustrated compendium of 100 diverse arcane tools and writings said to hold the key to the mysteries of the uni
Record your family's history and pass it on to future generations with Our Family Tree, a leather-bound hardcover book engraved with a silver-colored tree that will become an invaluable
In the hands of dozens of writers and artists, DC Comics Justice League of America (JLA) has experienced moments that can be intensely personal or of great cosmic importance. The comic's ability t
The blacksmith’s ABCs—learn metalworking as taught by the old masters! The forging of metal gave birth to the Iron Age, and Practical Blacksmithing is the classic primer on the craft that
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
This book provides the beginner sax player with all the skills needed to get started. Following simple illustrated lessons, readers will learn to play in a variety of styles, from funk and pop to soul
Robert Burns is one of the world’s greatest poets. Known as “The Ploughman Poet” or simply “The Bard” in his native Scotland, Burns translated a life of poverty and hardship into lines of verse which
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 The Beader's Bible, along with the interior photogr
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
This book chronicles the events, the bands, and the incidents that made up that momentous August weekend in the summer of '69. It also traces the history of the bands that performed, what they perform
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
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
