From the "Wildlife Photographer of the Year" Competition. On display in this collection are some of the most exceptional and fascinating images of animal behavior that have been recognized in recen
Reviews of the first edition of Insects: [starred review]"This book is simply bigger, prettier, and more comprehensive than any previous publication on insects." --Library Journal "An incredi
A photographic essay recounting the creation and installation of the Statue of Liberty. The Statue of Liberty is known around the world as a symbol of freedom and democracy. Poet Emma Lazarus' wor
The story of the artistic genius who provoked early 20th-century tolerance. Egon Schiele is an evocative depiction based on the life of the Austro-Hungarian artist whose short career spanned the t
Chockablock "search" pictures and cheerful rhymes promote concentration and language skills. Like its companion book, I Spy 123, this colorful search book is hiding a cornucopia of toys, sweets, f
"Highly recommended for public libraries." --Library Journal "It's hard to imagine a more comprehensive look at color scheme possibilities." --Los Angeles Times Artist's Little Book of Color
A merry guide to more than 100 witching words. When he was a little boy, Grégoire Solotareff was very fond of his mother reading stories from her native Russia about the famous Slavic witch, Baba
Essential and varied cooking experience presented in 265 expert tips. This compendium contains 265 tremendously useful cooking tips, techniques, shortcuts and indispensable recipes that cooks of a
A comprehensive new look at the great white shark. Great White Shark covers all aspects of this great but sadly misunderstood ocean predator. There are three sections: Portrait of the Great White;
Includes five ready-to-use stencils and a gallery of latte art. You cannot go into a specialty coffee shop these days without a barista performing creative magic in your cup while you wait. On a b
One of three new titles in the Firefly Books-National Film Board of Canada partnership. This tall tale of Kove's Norwegian grandmother was nominated for an Academy Award when first produced as an
Reviews of the previous edition: "This is a great cookbook for the younger and inexperienced cook. The language used is informal and very conversational.... This book is extremely useful and a great
Includes 22 new varieties released from 2011 to 2016. David Austin is one of the world's leading rose hybridizers. He has spent decades creating and perfecting his roses, which combine the charm a
Reviews of previous editions: "No school, public, or academic library could go wrong including the very affordable World Heritage Sites in both reference and circulating collections." -- Booklis
On the Reef brings to life the importance of maintaining a healthy ocean environment in a way that children can understand and appreciate. When their father wins a free vacation in the Bahamas for him
Backroads of Ontario gives travelers the information and maps they need to explore Ontario in a new and creative way. It invites them to exit the noisy busy highways and take a trip through Ontario's
Gardeners can be disappointed by the insipid flavor of the vegetables and fruit that they have so carefully nurtured. The problem, according to botanist James Wong, is that many conventional gardening
The Puzzle Universe is intended for general readers and devoted puzzlers. It is about the latent beauty of mathematics, its history, and the puzzles that have advanced and emerged from the science of
At 52nd Street and Madison Avenue in New York City sits Chartwell Books, the only bookshop in the world specializing in books, articles and memorabilia of Winston Churchill. Further south in Manhattan
This stunning collection of images from the Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition assembles the very best astrophotography from around the world. Organized by the Royal Observatory, the photo
A beautiful world guide to the brown bean. Taking the reader on a global tour of coffee-growing countries, The World Atlas of Coffee presents the bean in full-color photographs and concise, inform
A comprehensive gallery of the best street art from around the world. For years, graffiti art sat on the fence separating vandalism and public art. Today it's matured into street art -- a form of
The definitive encyclopedia for the science fiction fanatic. From Barbarella to Blade Runner, from Solaris to Star Wars, and from 1984 to 2001, Sci-Fi Chronicles seeks out 200 of the greatest gala
25 conspiracies, cover-ups and stories of coincidences that won and lost the war. In general the chronology of World War II is well known: the main players, the epic battles won and lost, the impa
A beautifully presented guide to the foods that have had the greatest impact on human civilization. Though many of the foods in this book are taken for granted and one (the mammoth) is no longer c
A valuable tool for both beginners and advanced stargazers, updated for use to 2020. Astronomy Forum called the Firefly Planisphere "a work of art [that] no amateur astronomer should be without." C
Football Stadiums tells the stories of about 150 of the great stadiums -- active and retired -- across the country that have hosted pro football or college football play. They are home to current NFL
Eight fascinating tales of scientists and inventors ahead of their time. Earth revolves around the sun. Washing hands helps stop the spread of disease. Poisons in the environment affect the entire
Praise for Pollen: The Hidden Sexuality of FlowersThese are the most ravishing biology lessons we've ever seen.... An enlightening gift or a personal indulgence.--Chicago Tribune Praise for Seeds: Tim
An excellent book in every way ... Best of all, the book is accessible to early readers. Superb coverage of a popular sport. --School library Journal (starred review) This indispensable guide is s
An exceptionally well-illustrated survey of the world's rain forests featuring 750 color photographs and a concise descriptive text. Sponsored by the World Land Conservation Trust the book allows purc
This series of stripped-down pictorials worth a thousand words is the missing link between elementally vague text-based cookbooks and video instruction you can't slow down enough or take into the kitc
Praise for Fifty Animals that Changed the Course of History: It's the sort of book that has you saying 'Wow, listen to this...' and 'Did you know...' to companions over and over. --The Globe and Mai
Eight thrilling stories uncover some of the most daring heists in history. Here's what reviewers said about Duped! the first book in the series: A solid yet playful tour of the huckster's world.
Featuring 15 New Destinations. This beautifully illustrated guide features 115 of Canada's most remarkable destinations. Scattered across every province and territory, some represent dream excursio
Praise for previous editions:One of the most borrowed books in our library.--This Old houseA dizzying amount of detailed pictorial information ... clearly and fascinatingly captioned.--World of Interi
A comprehensive introduction to the formidable winged hunter. Peregrine falcons are famous for their speed--in excess of 200 miles per hour--and their ability to capture prey in mid-flight. That s
What do we really know about the vital stuff in our veins? Some people faint at the sight of blood while others eat black pudding or sip blood soup. Some can't think of it without hearing the faint
Everything you need to know about the greatest mystery in the universe. The Book of Time is a complete guide to one of the most important, paradoxical and truly mind-bending subjects there is. It e
"This series of stripped-down pictorials worth a thousand words is the missing link between elementally vague text-based cookbooks and video instruction you can't slow down enough or take into the kit
