At the dawn of World War I, Siegfried Sassoon exchanged his pursuits of cricket, fox-hunting, and romantic verse for army life amid the muddy trenches of France. The first English soldier-poet to achi
George, William, and J. agree on one thing: They're overworked and need a rest. A week on the "the rolling deep," they decide, may be just the thing! Off they go with Montmorency, a fox
Celebrate this classic holiday story with 31 beautifully detailed illustrations of Clara, the Nutcracker, the Mouse King, and other beloved characters. In addition to a striking central image, many of
John Muir (1838–1914) ranks among America's most important and influential naturalists, and he is closely associated with Yosemite National Park. He wrote magazine articles that encouraged i
Award-winning artist and author Marjorie Sarnat compiled this vast collection of prompts, ideas, and insights to provide a reading companion for students as well as amateur and professional visual art
A deliciously creepy Victorian mansion is loaded with spooky fun, inside and out!Enter an eerie world with this cut-and-assemble model, which allows you to see both sides of a haunted house. One side
Advanced paperfolders can get stealthy with eight finely detailed bombers and fighters. Based on actual American, Russian, Chinese, and Japanese stealth aircraft, the full-color and camouflaged models
Brief, clear, and well written, this introductory treatment bridges the gap between traditional and modern algebra. A carefully devised progression from the concrete to the abstract demystifies the su
Chord scale progression is an essential aspect of beginning piano instruction. This volume focuses on scale and arpeggio studies in all major and minor keys, offering beginning pianists the opportunit
"Of creators of cosmic fear raised to its most artistic pitch, few can hope to equal Arthur Machen." — H. P. LovecraftArthur Machen (1863–1947), Welsh novelist and essayist, is considered
Boy Scouts cofounder and avid outdoorsman "Uncle Dan" Beard researched the secret languages of trappers, hobos, steamer pilots, and Native American tribes to compile this comprehensive resource of pic
This concise monograph in probability by Mark Kac, a well-known mathematician, presumes a familiarity with Lebesgue's theory of measure and integration, the elementary theory of Fourier integrals, and
Albelard, a prominent twelfth-century theologian, is hired to tutor Heloise, a brilliant pupil who becomes his lover and the mother of his child. Although the two are secretly married, a misunder
You don't have to be a carpenter or a home improvement expert to make these 25 projects, which combine elements of crafting and woodworking. Step-by-step instructions, accompanied by full-color photos
Welcome to a world of fabulous fairies created by the bestselling artist of Creative Cats Coloring Book. Thirty-one wondrous images include a petite pixie painting delicate blossoms and a winged sprit
What is knowledge? A systematic treatment of this question takes the form of a dialogue between the great philosopher Socrates and his student, Theaetetus. They explore a variety of answers, incl
These four punch-out models are easy to make and children will learn as they play! Discover the exciting world of construction vehicles by assembling models of a bulldozer, tractor, dump truck, and ex
At first, Maisie didn't know much — she was only six years old when her mother and father divorced. Her embittered parents shared custody, using the child as a pawn in their struggles. Neglected
This charming book depicting city life includes 46 illustrations packed with taxis, trolleys, and traffic jams, along with street vendors, dog walkers, store window displays, and much more. Colorists
Nothing adds a more graceful personal touch to a celebration than handcrafted decorations and keepsakes. With this practical guide, wedding planners can quickly and easily create a variety of ornament
Loaded with thought-provoking facts and surprises, this book explores mathematical topics by pointing out remarkable similarities and taking a fresh look at familiar items. You don't have to be a math
"An absorbing and at times ironical humorous picture of the battle of Prohibition. Recommended." — Library JournalWith the passing of the Volstead Act, the United States embraced Prohibition as
Originally published in 1908, this classic calculus text transformed university teaching and remains a must-read for all students of introductory mathematical analysis. Clear, rigorous explanations of
This book is suitable for advanced undergraduate and graduate students in mathematics with a strong background in linear algebra and advanced calculus. Early chapters develop representation theory of
A comprehensive text on matrix theory and its applications, this book is intended for a broad range of students in mathematics, engineering, and other areas of science at the university level. Author
This 128-page oversized catalog was produced circa 1900 in Germany and contains hundreds of stunning examples of screen-printed patterns and design elements originally conceived for wall and ceiling d
A pioneering monograph on tensor methods applied to distributional problems arising in statistics, this work constitutes a valuable reference for graduate students and professional statisticians. Prer
For the comprehension and analysis of blast vibrations, scientists and engineers require a sophisticated understanding of wave phenomena. Blast Vibration Analysis makes an important contribution
In keeping with the inquisitive spirit of their times, two 17th-century writers envisioned their own philosophical and intellectual utopias. Tomasso Campanella, a Calabrian monk, published The City of
Forty-six picturesque scenes celebrate the simple pleasures of country life: farms, roadside stands, pastures, mills, covered bridges, and more. Colorists can achieve realistic effects with the help o
This colorful little activity book is loaded with the spooky fun of sugar skulls, the Mexican folk art tradition associated with the Day of the Dead. Two plain skulls can be decorated and re-decorated
Test your navigation skills as you twist and turn your way through 40 spine-tingling mazes. But watch out for floating skulls, dangling spiders, restless mummies, thirsty vampires, and other supernatu
While staying home alone is the preference, even Grumpy Cat doesn't mind a cross-country trip across America. Kids can join the not-so-frisky feline and witness all the great destinations and landmark
The kids from Five Children and It are back, and so is "It," their magical friend. While poking around a Camden Town pet shop, Robert, Anthea, Cyril, and Jane reencounter It, who directs them to half
"Absolutely essential reading." — The WireOne of modern music's towering figures, composer and multi-instrumentalist Anthony Braxton has redefined critical concepts of jazz and the wider world o
This versatile reference contains classic typographic images that will inspire the creation of ads with nostalgic flair. The collection consists of commercial signs, images, and fonts from two rare, e
Relax and get tropical with 31 lush images of delicate butterflies, flowering blossoms, palm fronds, majestic toucans, ripe bananas, and more intertwined patterns of plants, animals, sea life, insects
This advanced text explores a category of mathematical problems that occur frequently in physics and other sciences. Five preliminary chapters make the book accessible to students without extensive ba
Hailed as Germany's greatest contribution to world literature, Goethe's Faust drew upon a folktale and Marlowe's Dr. Faustus for inspiration. But in this epic version, Faust sells his soul not for ma
This concise applications-oriented text is intended for undergraduate students in engineering, mathematics, and other areas of science. The first chapters focus on solutions of first order equations,
