This excellent workbook is packed with math practice made of a wealth of problems and games. This workbook promotes:v Addition & subtractionv Decimals & fractionsv Multiplication &
From a great giant to a tiny child and from a wicked stepmother to a kindly granny, all of the characters in these classic folktales are African Americans. Children will delight in the timeless pleasu
After working as a stylist in Paris, Elizabeth Hawes (1903–71) launched one of the first American design houses in Depression-era New York. Hawes was an outspoken critic of the fashion industry and a
Noah and the Ark, Isaac's blessing of Jacob, Jonah cast into the sea, and other immortal Bible tales are memorably retold in this splendid book of stories and pictures. Starting with Cain and Abel, th
This motley collection features more than 100 puzzles involving coin tricks, chess problems, magic squares, and a host of other intriguing scenarios. Minimal mathematical knowledge required. Includes
"Suppose you were a quiet, respectable, sedentary business or professional man, and the captain of a tramp steamer bound to South America and up the Amazon suddenly dropped into your peaceful
A complete reference to the classical orders of architecture, this magnificently illustrated volume covers the Greek, Roman, and Renaissance periods. In addition to its fully representative selection
Written by a noted illustrator and teacher, this guide introduces the basics of line drawing. British artist Edmund J. Sullivan, who merges the traditional nineteenth-century style of illustration wit
"There's plenty of battlefield chaos, to be sure, but the tales are clearly a product of meticulous research and loaded with insights into the monotony and terror of fighting in a war.&qu
Artists and crafters seeking unusual and distinctive motifs will find a wealth of options in this treasury of iron-on transfer patterns based on medieval art. More than 150 decorative designs include
Three generations of fishermen conduct an epic struggle against nature, fate, and society in this moving tale by acclaimed realist writer Giovanni Verga. Written in 1881 and set in the Sicilian villag
Enter into a garden of delights with these 31 beautifully detailed images. The imaginative and playful designs will inspire colorists to add their own special touches to make each picture uniquely the
Set amid the latter days of the Roman Empire, this tragedy of a military and political leader bent on vengeance is fictional rather than historical. Shakespeare modeled the play on the violent and gor
Just as haute couture inspires ready-to-wear apparel, today's avant garde styles develop into tomorrow's everyday fashions. This collection features two dolls and 22 ahead-of-their-time costumes, from
A little boy who's about to turn six years old is thinking about cake and toys and the best birthday gift of all, a puppy. Daddy tells him to look for a Wish-Tree, on the bark of which is engraved TAK
Take a good look at the Mona Lisa ? then turn the page and test your recall of the image, from the color of her eyes to the number of rings on her fingers. This gallery of twenty-eight great European
This city of the future encompasses two worlds: that of the hedonistic ruling class and that of a segregated subculture, toilers in a mechanized underworld who labor to provide the rich with their ple
A century ago, a Philadelphia philanthropist sponsored a series of journeys to the American West to document Native American cultures and traditions. The Wanamaker Expeditions, conducted between 1908
This stunning edition reproduces Coleridge's epic poem from a highly original version created in 1910 by Willy Pogany. The Hungarian-born artist's interpretation of the strange and gripping tale, told
The gendarmes are baffled and all Paris is agog at the disappearance of a rare Watteau print. Enter master sleuth Homer Evans, whose hilarious approach to crime-solving follows a twisted trail from th
Thousands of books on interior design have come and gone since the 1897 publication of this pioneering manual, butThe Decoration of Houses remains, thanks to the insightful and inspiring advice of its
The ill-fated lovers Frankie and Johnny were already legends by 1930, the year of this illustrated drama's publication. The unique interpretation is a collaboration between John Huston, the future dir
Amid a backdrop of war, conspiracy, and murder, this historical play depicts the troubled reign of King John, who ruled England from 1199 to 1216. Shakespeare's most enigmatic king struggles with the
In the course of fund-raising for civilian victims of World War I, Edith Wharton assembled this monumental benefit volume by drawing upon her connections to the era's leading authors and artists. The
A unique salute to the beloved pontiff, this book features paper dolls and a full array of papal attire, from the ordination robe to the mitre and crosier. Expert paper doll artist Tom Tierney is note
In his classic espionage thriller The Thirty-Nine Steps, John Buchan introduced Richard Hannay, an appealing antihero with the intelligence and daring to thwart a conspiracy involving British secrets
The founder of modern nursing expressed her revolutionary ideas of hospital reform in these two essays, published in 1859 and presented the previous year at the Social Science Congress. During the Cri
Dive into an underwater world of fantasy and fun! Dolphins are among the planet's most intelligent animals, and their friendly, playful manners endear them to people around the world. More than 30 ima
Hitch a ride with these off-duty monster trucks! When they're not racing, smashing things, and jumping over hundreds of other vehicles, what do monster trucks do? This playful coloring book follows th
Cow puncher, foot model, mannequin sculptor, and potato chip inspector are just a few of these peculiar professions. From alligator wrangler to wrinkle chaser, they're bizarre but real careers. Each o
Express yourself with this dynamic diary! Draw pictures of your buttons, illustrate your favorite songs, and design your personal superhero ? and that's just for starters! This book is bursting with s
Raised by a pack of wolves, the little boy known as Mowgli forms the human heart of an animal community in the Indian wilderness. These selections fromThe Jungle Book, The Second Jungle Book, and Many
From the vivid Green Cairns birdwing to the striped Tiger Swallowtail and the Blood Red Glider, these beautiful butterflies feature a kaleidoscopic array of colors and patterns. Includes simple instru
Cat fanciers and coloring enthusiasts will be enchanted with this gallery of original designs. More than 30 full-page portraits of pretty pussycats form a rich tapestry of motifs that includes hearts,
English artist William Hogarth (1697–1764) is most famous for his satirical caricatures and moral paintings, the forerunners of cartoons. In this instructive volume, the august painter and engraver di
"A very thrilling story … [with] a real surprise midway in the book, and a double-barreled shock at the end … the reader's interest is never allowed to flag." ?The New York Times.Captain Mic
Inspired by a popular PBS series, this collection features 2 dolls and 30 sumptuously detailed outfits from the 1910 to '20s era. The opulent wardrobe of original, historically accurate designs includ
"My favorite travel book. Sparkling, ironic, and terrific fun." — Jan MorrisEothen ("From the East") recaptures a bold young Englishman's exploits in the Middle Eas
Featuring hard-to-find short stories published between 1873 and 1930, this original anthology spotlights a variety of important sci-fi pioneers, including Ethel Watts Mumford, Edith Nesbit, and Clare
Learn how to use your crochet hook to make delicate lace patterns with this illustrated guide. No previous experience is necessary; aspiring lacemakers will find all the basic techniques here, and exp
