Assembled by a legendary science-fiction author and editor, this compilation presents nearly 30 early tales of futuristic societies, rogue stars, rebellious machines, and other now-familiar subjects o
While attempting to prove his innocence, the falsely accused son of a legendary hero uncovers a plot of cosmic proportions. Illustrated by a celebrated veteran of both DC and Marvel, this rollicking s
Journalist Wallace Smith covered the armed struggles of the Mexican Revolution during the 1910s and '20s, and his experiences during those tumultuous times inspired these remarkable stories. Populated
In Berlin of 2041, millions of citizens live underground. Strictly rationed food is available only to workers, Christianity is banned, and breeding is governed by eugenics. This gripping dystopian nov
The Mortzestus was rumored to be haunted and sure enough, after two weeks out of port the rigging went slack, a ghostly form arose from the sea, and a dense mist descended around the ship. The despera
Thomas Mann held Chekhov in highest esteem, declaring, "His short stories rank with all that is greatest and best of European literature." This compilation of seven early and late tales attests to the
"Popular and prolific, Anthony Trollope wrote 47 novels as well as dozens of short stories that provide fascinating insights into Victorian life, behavior, and morals. A careful observer of people and
First published in 1935, this rare portfolio of full-color plates reflects the influence of 1930s Art Deco modernism on designers and interior architects. Designs for every kind of space include livin
These are the styles that made the Twenties roar! Thirty-one gracefully rendered and historically accurate images recapture the era's fashions, depicting flappers ? and the occasional sheik ? in all t
Praised by the American Journal of Physics as "an outstanding and ambitious textbook for nonscience majors," this book introduces the uses of probability and statistics in the physical scien
""The subject of woman, that is to say, the modern woman, with her varying instincts, pursuits, and peculiarities alone would fill many large volumes. I feel bound, therefore, to confine myself to the
The first book of its kind to focus solely on leather-burning techniques and projects, this original guide is the work of a legend in the wood/leather crafting industry. Simple projects, accompanied b
Will Bradley's iconic posters from the 1890s brought Art Nouveau into the forefront of American graphic art and advertising design and this full-color book presents a comprehensive overview of one of
This beautifully designed little book reflects the elegance of the Art Deco period and will prove a useful and entertaining resource for modern typographers and graphic artists. In addition to demonst
Twenty-three years after Van Gogh's suicide, in the wake of his slowly growing fame, the painter's sister published this memoir. An intimate view of the artist's life, art, and philosophy, the book is
This engaging survey of the music of Johannes Brahms covers the 19th-century composer's major orchestral, choral, and piano music, culminating in a discussion of the ever-popular German Requiem. Autho
One of the Day of the Dead's sweetest customs is the offering of candy skulls to departed spirits. Embellished with hearts, flowers, candles, and other ornaments, these 31 tattoo designs to color cele
Designed for undergraduate math majors, this rigorous and rewarding treatment covers the usual topics of first-year calculus: limits, derivatives, integrals, and infinite series. Prerequisites are a s
Let your creativity spring to life with 31 illustrations that celebrate the most colorful season of the year. Wonderfully detailed scenes are set in both the country and city and are filled with gorge
The world goes round with this compact coloring book and its circular images of cityscapes. Over 40 stress-relieving illustrations range from the ancient allure of Cairo's pyramids to modern skyscrape
Adult colorists can let their imagination take flight with these dramatic images of angels, dragons, and winged warriors. Thirty-one illustrations depict forest-dwelling sprites, flying horses, spear-
Lovers of nostalgia will delight in this facsimile of a 1913 book featuring more than 50 hand shadows. Quaint illustrations depict many different types of shadows, from animals to historic figures and
One of the most widely used texts in its field, this volume has been continuously in print since its initial 1976 publication. The clear, well-written exposition is enhanced by many examples and exerc
Twenty-five lovely designs offer a modern take on classic infant knitwear. Patterns for intermediate to advanced knitters include sweaters, hats, a blanket, a dress, and a vest, re
Better known for his formative works in science fiction, H. G. Wells also wrote about politics and society. In this 1905 novel, he blends philosophical discussion with an imaginative narrative. Wells'
The world goes round with this unique coloring book and its circular images of cityscapes. Thirty-one intriguing illustrations range from the ancient allure of Cairo's pyramids to modern skyscrapers o
This concise and classic volume presents the main results of integral equation theory as consequences of the theory of operators on Banach and Hilbert spaces. In addition, it offers a brief account of
This monograph describes the phenomena associated with the propagation of electromagnetic and acoustic waves through atmospheric turbulence. Geared toward specialists in radiophysics and atmospheric a
English painter and lithographer J. D. Harding wrote several popular books on art instruction — here is one of his finest. A comprehensive Victorian manual on the philosophy and principles of art, thi
Flowers, leaves, seashells, birds, butterflies, and other natural ornaments offer fanciful complements to these original designs based on Celtic knotwork. Colorists will appreciate the many-faceted ap
Derived from courses the author taught at Harvard and Johns Hopkins, this original book introduces the concepts of category theory ? categories, functors, natural transformations, the Yoneda lemma, li
In his shorter fiction, Dickens felt free to investigate hitherto unexplored themes and to engage in experiments with narrative techniques. This collection presents some of the beloved storyteller's l
"Even if you've never made a doll before, you can create a lovable character from the world's folklore and the stories of Hans Christian Andersen and the Brothers Grimm. And you can do it in a single
The second in a series of gripping graphic novels portraying episodes from America's Civil War, this book presents eight explosive tales of courage and sacrifice. Historical figures such as Stonewall
This comprehensive work presents an integrated and modern treatment of the energy principles of mechanics. Topics include applications to dynamics of rigid bodies, analysis of elastic frames, general
"A captivating tale of action, romance, and betrayal, Robota features breathtaking illustrations that add a cinematic scope to every page. Orson Scott Card, author of the award-winning bestseller Ende
Sixteen gorgeous white knitwear items range from a simple scarf and a variety of hats to pullovers and a cardigan, turtleneck, and fisherman's sweater. Elegant in their simplicity, these items are acc
"First published in four volumes between 1532 and 1552, Rabelais' comic masterpiece chronicles the adventures of a giant, Gargantua, and his son, Pantagruel. More than four centuries later, the terms
Sixty-three imaginative illustrations lead colorists on a magical journey through the four seasons. Striking and complex scenes include snow-covered mountains, gardens blossoming in spring rains, sunn
A tale of spies and espionage rather than mystery, His Last Bow draws Sherlock Holmes out of retirement to take up his patriotic duty at the brink of World War I. This collection features seven additi
