This treasure trove of cutaway views of 1940s aircraft features art from the top magazines of the era: Aeroplane, Flight, Aviation, L'Aeronautique, and others. While the majority of the focus is on Am
These 31 illustrations showcase the natural beauty of trees from around the world. From the species that grow in your backyard and local parks to the varieties found in deserts, rain forests, swamplan
This comprehensive text for beginning graduate-level students immediately found a significant audience upon its initial 1955 publication, and it remains a highly worthwhile and relevant book for stude
Written by the winner of the 1977 Nobel Prize in Chemistry, this groundbreaking 1962 monograph is an essential work for researchers and graduate students. Topics include the Liouville equation, anharm
Victorian gentleman Phileas Fogg wagers half his fortune on an unheard-of proposition: to circle the globe in a mere 80 days. Fogg and his devoted manservant Passepartout face a world of obstacles wit
Discover some of Louis Comfort Tiffany's finest work with these reproductions of the artist's stained glass windows. Color 31 renderings of lush gardens and forests, pastoral river valleys, Biblical s
In this 1964 Newbery Award winner, 14-year-old Dave has the usual problems — luckily, he has an adopted stray named Cat to help him through the bumps and bruises. Recounted with humor, a remarkably re
From a portrait of penguins wearing sweaters to a yarn-bombed forest and a mandala of mittens and socks, this adult coloring book offers an incredible variety of inventive items that knitters love. Cr
From the creator of the wildly successful Creative Haven Creative Cats Coloring Book comes the purrfect follow-up: adorable kittens! Cat lovers and coloring enthusiasts will delight in these beautiful
"The central idea of The Idiot, according to its author, was "to depict a completely beautiful human being." More prosaically, the novel was intended to shore up Dostoyevsky's professional and financi
This action-packed origami book is the first of its kind to feature projects from ground, sea, and air forces. Seventeen military models include Trident, Hornet, and other missiles, machine guns, airc
Childhood friends Thomas Beresford ? known as Tommy ? and Prudence Cowley ? call her Tuppence ? cross paths after the Great War. Desperate for cash, they set themselves up as "two young adventurers fo
"In the early 19th century, a French sociologist and political scientist undertook a seven-month journey throughout the newly formed United States. Alexis de Tocqueville surveyed the young nation's re
Thirty-one illustrations by Norman Rockwell appear in all their heartwarming glory in this classic and collectible coloring book. Handpicked from the hundreds of covers that the American legend create
An innocent and lovable young man, pressed into naval service during the Napoleonic wars, is falsely accused of inciting mutiny in this haunting tale. Herman Melville's classic parable of the clash be
This introductory treatment for undergraduates provides insightful expositions of specific applications of mathematics and elements of mathematical history and culture. Topics include probability
Explore the bizarre world of the future in this spectacular adult coloring book. Science-fiction fans and modern art lovers will be transported to another dimension by these 31 elaborate illustrations
Handpicked from authentic Victorian and Edwardian sources, 31 timeless designs embrace an incredible range of periods and cultures: Norman church decorations, textiles from Japan and China, Celtic kno
These spellbinding sci-fi tales of Martians and other extraterrestrials first appeared in the leading pulp magazines of the 1950s: Galaxy, Amazing Science Fiction, and Fantastic Universe. Nine groundb
Thirty eye-popping animal designs offer colorists a hypnotic blend of realistic figures and imaginary backgrounds. The full-page illustrations ? rendered in the circular, multi-image style of a kaleid
"As compelling and powerful as a novel," proclaimed the Los Angeles Times of this authentic historical document, a firsthand account of life in an infamous Confederate jail. A 20-year-old Union soldie
A precise, self-contained treatment of Galois theory, this Dover Aurora original features detailed proofs and complete solutions to exercises. The approach advances from introductory material to exten
In this collection of two brief but highly influential works, Epictetus' Stoic philosophy addresses the nature of fate and man's place in the universe. The philosopher also explores the distinction be
Look closely at these 25 pairs of color photos! The ones on the left are the originals and the ones on the right feature a dozen or so subtle changes. Suitable for ages 6 to 10, the kid-friendly image
This volume of Tudor Roses presents new and reimagined garments based on the original Tudor Roses published in 1998. Alice Starmore looks to historical female figures of the Tudor Dynasty as inspirati
This well-written and engaging volume introduces knot theory, an area of growing interest in contemporary math teaching. The hands-on approach features many exercises to be completed by readers and re
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
