"A serious contender for the title of best all-around introduction to binocular astronomy."-- Sky and Telescope (on the first edition)Stargazing with Binoculars is a practical guide to using binocula
A book with full-color photos, floor plans and a resource directory provides tons of tips on tackling storage difficulties throughout the home, including kitchens, bathrooms, garages and much more, in
Praise for the hardcover edition:"The quality of the photographs, along with the detailed descriptions, makes the volume an excellent identification guide." -- American Reference Books Annual"If you
Presents instructions for a variety of tie-dye projects, including graded color, circles, stripes, and spirals, along with information on equipment and chemicals.
Illustrates the transformation of American and Canadian cities in the last century with photographs and descriptions of the important structures present during each shot.
High flight with North America's mighty eagles. Only two kinds of eagles live in North America, the bald eagle and the golden eagle. These majestic birds belong to the same family and share many phys
A guide to growing microgreens--tiny seedlings of herbs and vegetables--in container gardens, with information on twenty-five popular varieties, recipes for using them, and tips on care and cultivatio
In a handy bilingual dictionary, 12,000 key words and phrases connected with 200 detailed illustrations make finding and translating thousands of terms in English and Spanish accurate, easy, and fast,
They come from all walks of life but are united in their courage and selflessness. They routinely face the most destructive elements as they battle to save lives and property. Armed with little more t
Presents the lives and accomplishments of more than two hundred Noble Prize winners, from the initial 1901 prizes to the 2009 winners, along with a complete listing of the eight hundred individuals an
Presents the lives and accomplishments of more than two hundred Noble Prize winners, from the initial 1901 prizes to the 2009 winners, along with a complete listing of the eight hundred individuals an
Tom Thomson 2011 celebrates the work of one of Canada's best-loved artists with art-quality reproductions. Born in 1877, Tom Thomson grew up in Ontario near the shores of Georgian Bay. In 1912, he mad
Boston is filled with exciting and memorable places. Founded in 1630, the city boasts historic sites, vibrant neighborhoods and picturesque settings. Rich in photographs that capture the character of
New York City is renowned for its history, architecture, cultural institutions and throbbing pace. This photographic tribute provides a tour of some of its best-known sights along with unexpected del
Founded in 1790, Washington, DC, offers some of the country's most notable architecture and significant sites. Along with its renowned buildings, monuments, gardens and museums, the national capital
This professional author team provides a comprehensive guide for the woman who wants to make the most of what she has. Beginning with an overview of the latest beauty trends, Vogue Beauty features det
Who ever heard of a purple cow? How come Cow's spots are purple when every other cow's are gray or brown? Fed up with being different, Cow sets out on a quest to change her spots. Thanks to a gravel
Examines the many ways animals survive or cope with different aspects of their lives, such as hunger, love, enemy attacks, extreme conditions and change.
The books in this series take readers on a photographic tour of the country's most beautiful states and cities, with top photographers contibuting their best images of both well-known destinations and
The books in this series take readers on a photographic tour of the country's most beautiful states and cities, with top photographers contibuting their best images of both well-known destinations and
Presents alphabetically arranged entries, from A to Z, with information about various types of birds, describing such creatures as the hummingbird, duck, ibis, nighthawk, pelican, woodpecker, and yell
Presents alphabetically arranged entries, from A to Z, with information about various types of birds, describing such creatures as the hummingbird, duck, ibis, nighthawk, pelican, woodpecker, and yell
"Wow! This book is simply amazing -- visually stunning, rich with information, and overflowing with detail... Essential for students of any of these languages, lovers of language, and any library sup
Over 20,000 key words and phrases connected with 3,600 detailed illustrations make finding and translating thousands of terms in English and French quick and easy, in a handy bilingual dictionary that
Including more than 750 photos and 200 floor plans, this book is packed with ideas for creating one's dream house--including conventional, contemporary, and even otherwordly examples of homes--and inc
Astronomy provides a survey of science's growing understanding of space, including facts on space research and space probes. Packed with stunning images and diagrams, the book features: - A wide vari
This comprehensive, one-of-a-kind sourcebook is now revised and expanded with 32 additional pages. Ideal for architects, landscape designers and home crafters, it features authoritative text and beau
Comprehensive and lavishly illustrated -- a who's who of fashion. Published in association with Vogue magazine, Vogue Fashion is the definitive style bible for everyone interested in the past, pres
A comprehensive guide filled with illustrations and detailed maps captures this remote land of ice and snow, with up-to-date information on its climate, the nature of ice, its famous explorers, conser
Rock climber, writer, and lecturer Venables, the first Briton to climb Mount Everest without oxygen, profiles a sizable list of climbers who are credited with first ascents of summits and other challe
A comprehensive encyclopedia, illustrated with full color drawings and photographs, on the biology and behavior of all reptiles and amphibians. Designed for quick retrieval of basic facts there are a
Fascinating facts and useful information on all aspects of color. The most popular colors available to the artist are also the colors that are part of the everyday world. Simon Jennings deals with
All the facts, stats and personal stories about the world's best golfers. Straight from the leaderboard, Golf Now! captures the best and brightest personalities of the clubhouse. Tee off with Tiger
A practical how-to reference, suitable for all sizes of gardens, to help gardeners get the best results with only a few hours a week. Organized by season and by task, symbols show priorities, time re
Silly animals, toilets are for kids! With its lively cast of critters and gentle humor, Toilet Tales has been helping youngsters feel at ease in the bathroom for more than 20 years. Now this giggle
A well-illustrated and comprehensive home decorating directory of tiles of all types: ceramic, glass, terracotta, slate, marble, metal, etc. with over 800 samples, color schemes, trim and accessories
Explores English rose varieties developed by David Austin: the Old Rose Hybrids (small to medium-sized shrubs, with the charm of Old Roses enhanced by disease resistance, more continous flowering and
A valuable reference guide for the home gardener and orchid enthusiast. With full-color photographs of 300 species, hybrids, varieties and cultivars of orchids, this book is a comprehensive guide t
"If I build a car that gives me satisfaction, then there must be others with the same sort of dreams who would be prepared to buy such a car." - Ferry Porsche Porsche: The Legend is filled from st
