Doctors Without Borders, also known as MAcdecins Sans FrontiA"res, delivers emergency aid around the world. This book is its history and examines the lives of individual volunteers. Topics range from
A practical and detailed reference. Using bright, colorful photographs and non-technical text, this book examines every aspect of competition cycling. It features everything racers need to know abo
Explains the innovative strategies conservationists are using to prevent the demise of chimpanzee populations, particularly since their biology, being so similar to humans, makes them desirable for HI
2.400 miniature masterpieces. A matchbox label collector is called a phillumenist. But you don't have to be one to love these tiny works of art. The popularity of collecting matchboxes is growing b
Presents a three-week training program for dogs, including basic commands, techniques in using voice and hand directions, and advice on training aids, the use of rewards for motivation, and the elimin
Explains the innovative strategies conservationists are using to prevent the demise of chimpanzee populations, particularly since their biology, being so similar to humans, makes them desirable for HI
Relationship psychologist Quilliam introduces readers to the study of human body language. She explains how body position, facial expression, and other nonverbal elements offer clues to what people ar
A noted researcher explains the latest findings on how memory works and provides numerous easy-to-use techniques that will help improve various aspects of memory retention, including the verbal, numer
A book to appeal to hockey fans of all ages: the greatest hockey players of all time share vivid memories of the game they love in their own words. The paper edition has been updated to reflect any n
A photographic tour of the universe featuring the latest images from Hubble, NASA and the European Space Agency. Includes the Solar System, nebulae, star clusters, planetary nebulae, supernovae, and
An illustrated reference for amateur astronomers provides a survey of science's growing understanding of space, including some of the most recent photographs from observatories and sky maps and coveri
A comprehensive and compact compendium. The Best Book of Football Facts and Stats is a celebration of the game's history and the legendary players and coaches that helped shape and influence the sp
Using 16 types of new and old technology, from x-rays, ultrasound, to scanning electron microscopes, this oversize volume (10.25x13.5") presents striking color photographs of the inner workings of the
From ancient time Mars has fascinated people. This book recounts the discovery of Mars, Mars in literature and film, the possibilities of life on Mars, travelling to the planet and looks to the futur
A child's introduction to the world of optical illusions.Optical illusions are a window into how the brain perceives. Part of the fun is being fully aware that you're being tricked, fooled and misled
A child's introduction to the world of optical illusions.Optical illusions are a window into how the brain perceives. Part of the fun is being fully aware that you're being tricked, fooled and misled
A fascinating profile of two generals who shaped history. In 1759, after the battle on the Plains of Abraham outside Quebec City, the English general James Wolfe and the French general, Louis-Joseph
A step-by-step account of how natural creatures and mechanical objects fly traces the evolution of flight, from Carboniferous insects to supersonic aircraft.
A guide to the world's oceans and seas discusses their origins, chemistry, role in climate, food chains, exploration, resources, and marine life, and includes an atlas of the world's oceans.
A former undercover agent and expert on the world of money laundering explains how money from organized criminals, terrorist groups, and other criminal elements is moved into the world of business and
A heart-warming tale of danger and rescue. Little Leah knows she is not to go outside. Polar bears are nearby. Even so, she sneaks out to explore a nearby iceberg. Sure enough, an equally curious p
The best canoe, kayak and hiking routes in the wild Temagami region of Ontario. Temagami is one of the northern hemisphere's most desirable and pristine wilderness areas. Each year thousands of Ame
An illustrated history of spying from ancient times through to the current War on Terrorism. Spies looks at both the changing technology and the consistent need for an artful spy on the ground, and i
Describes techniques and traits characteristic of science, relates them to everyday life, gives biographical examples of young people--nonscientists as well as scientists--who have used the techniques
Expert advice for homeowners. Plumbing is often a mystery to most homeowners. As a result, faucets drip, toilets clog and pipes leak because of the hesitation to take on the repair project or call
Observing birds often raises many intriguing questions. Such as what is the incubation time for those robin eggs sitting in the nest above the porch light? What kinds of flowers attract humming birds?
Take the path less traveled along lesser-known waterways. Some of the routes featured in this book are little known; some haven't been documented for as long as 50 years. The 15 trips range from two t
This field guide identifies the characteristics of 33 birds of prey found east of the Mississippi River. Color photographs illustrate the shape and field marks of the birds both while sitting and flyi
A no-fuss guide to growing roses written by a rose expert. Too often gardeners are intimidated by the many practical requirements of growing roses. This book shows how to grow a garden of roses suc
A no-fuss guide to growing roses written by a rose expert. Too often gardeners are intimidated by the many practical requirements of growing roses. This book shows how to grow a garden of roses suc
This handbook examines 30 types of natural disasters and their consequences, covering both rapid events such as earthquakes and floods, and slower-onset phenomena such as drought and water pollution.
An invaluable guide for patients, their families and caregivers. Parkinson's is a very common neurological disorder. Up to 1.5 million Americans are directly affected, including as many as 3% of th
An updated handbook and how-to reference for gardeners explains how to design, construct, and care for a woodland garden, providing information on hundreds of plant species ideal for the woodland envi
The complete guide to a healthy recovery from the effects of C-section birthing. Almost 1 out of 4 deliveries is by cesarean section. Whether or not the procedure is planned, cesarean section must
Provides tips on all facets of dog grooming, including grooming for the show ring; gives instructions on grooming for more than 170 breeds; and features advice for starting a dog grooming business.
Illustrated guide to the human body covering anatomy and physiology. Including a medical encyclopedia of medical conditions and elements of human biology.
Sound advice for hockey players at all levels of play. Total Hockey Conditioning is a comprehensive guide to conditioning that includes both theory and specific training programs for all age groups
A well illustrated reference to the 49 major desert eco-systems of the world, including a detailed explaination of how and why deserts form as well as concise descriptions and vital statistics such a
A comprehensive guide to our solar system in a field guide format: the book includes the latest research, explains the origin of stars and the sun and contains extensive information on all the planet
