A comprehensive narrative on how people interacted with the night sky, from the earliest superstitions through to the science of astronomy. Written by expert astronomers and featuring interviews with
In 1955, at the age of 23, pianist Glenn Gould burst onto the world stage with his inspired recording of Bach's Goldberg Variations. His dynamic virtuosity and passionate artistry inspired millions, a
Spectacular images using the latest satellite-imaging technologies. With thousands of orbiting satellites regularly sending back computer-generated images, no place on Earth is isolated -- the Hima
Well-illustrated with 300 color photographs this is a comprehensive guide and sourcebook for design including architectural; industrial; consumer products and graphics; as well as profiles of leaders
"Don't come here and grumble about going too fast. Get the hell out of the race car if you have feathers on your legs or butt." - Dale Earnhardt Sr. NASCAR racing is fast, furious and filled with
A portrait of mustang horses in the American west: The authors lived with mustangs for five years and photographed every stage of their life. The book includes a detailed history on their origin and
45 spectacular designs for handcrafting with paper cuttings. The art of paper cutting has a long history. Ancient cuttings, some dating from before 1000 B.C., have been excavated in China's Xinjian
An essential resource for divers. This comprehensive reference has information for divers of all levels, from the beginning basics to advanced skills and techniques for those with more experience.
An authoritative manual on the mysteries of bird migration looks at the complex migrating behaviors of a variety of bird species, with hundreds of full-color illustrations, photographs, and maps that
One of the most comprehensive single-volume reference works on birds ever produced. With photographs and descriptions of over 1,300 species, plus a full listing of every bird species in the world,
Easy-to-follow shed designs with loads of color examples. The new edition of this classic do-it-yourself guide for backyard builders now contains more material and photographs than ever. Sheds help
An atlas of North America with up-to-date maps and statistics to accurately represent the diverse multicultural realities. Regional maps include political and physical features, urban center maps, ta
As the rainforests disappear, due to logging, mining, and clearing of land for human settlements, more than 600 species of rainforest birds are threatened with extinction, and this timely resource det
A comprehensive reference tool provides readers with an illustrated look at the world around us through thousands of color illustrations with detailed labels relating to astronomy, the animal kingdom,
Where do common, everyday items come from? By following children through a typical day starting at breakfast and ending with a bedtime story, the origins of many everyday items are revealed, including
Now in paper: A comprehensive field guide to the mammals of North America that gives insight into their behavior and history, well-illustrated with photographs and well-written by an expert in animal
Two hundred million years ago, these self-contained creatures shared Earth with the dinosaurs. Long after the demise of their contemporaries, the turtle lives on. Not surprising, then, that throughout
The work of the Group of Seven captures the images and moods of Canada -- the landscapes, the people and the seasons. With 54 masterpieces from the National Gallery of Canada, this bilingual book of d
Offers amusing insight to the thoughts and views of those that played the game, enhanced with color photos and notable quotes from George Brett, Lefty Grove, and others. Original. 17,000 first printin
An examination of poltergeists -- unexplained visible or audible phenomena associated with a haunting -- that looks at a number of cases in-depth. Based on hundreds of interviews with witnesses, expe
A leading landscape designer presents a ready reference of creative gardening ideas and more than one thousand full-color captioned photographs of garden features from around the world, with alphabeti
The Dog Owner's Guides are written by experts with years of experience training and working with the most popular breeds. This series is for dog owners and anyone considering the purchase of a purebre
The Dog Owner's Guides are written by experts with years of experience training and working with the most popular breeds. This series is for dog owners and anyone considering the purchase of a purebre
The Dog Owner's Guides are written by experts with years of experience training and working with the most popular breeds. This series is for dog owners and anyone considering the purchase of a purebre
Beginning with general tips on getting started and obtaining the best results, easy-to-follow directions take beginners step-by-step through the process of creating 24 simple yet interesting projects,
A beautifully illustrated concise reference to 288 mineral specimens, organized in 10 categories and with a quick identification key and characteristics of each. Ideal for rock hounds, geologists and
A beloved classic continues to reassure children. I Promise I'll Find You is a moving story that parents will love reading to and sharing with their children again and again. The fear of being s
A layperson's guide to a debilitating condition. Thrombosis is the formation of a solid blood clot in an arterial or venous vessel where it can interfere with normal blood flow. About 1 in 20 suffers
The comprehensive resource of baseball trivia and statistics contains everything one needs to know about the most important players, teams, games, managers, stadiums, and record-breakers, along with
Praise for the first edition: "Well-conceived and written volume.... Great sensitivity to the realities of dealing with MS and gives straightforward information about outcomes and expectations." --
An essential reference for patients and their caregivers. The Lupus Foundation of America estimates that 1.5 million people in the United States are currently grappling with lupus. Lupus is a c
A comprehensive look at basketball history with statistics through the 2002-2003 season. Includes a who's who of players and coaches, summaries of the greatest games, statistical leaders and award wi
Features a variety of kitchen designs, with advice on light, color, room for visiting, and distinctly shaped counters, shelves, walls, posts, cupboards, and drawers.
A celebration of high adrenaline sports with concise profiles of 41 activities ranging from bungee jumping to white water rafting. Each sport is described with text and action photography.
"The photographs in this book capture a vision of the Heavens and our Earth with a crystal clarity which we are lucky enough to see with our own eyes." - Tom Hanks "The immensity... the beauty...
Habitat loss is beginning to threaten the monarch butterfly. This book provides a thorough overview of the species, including its life cycle and migration. Illustrated in color with a clear text appr
Staying active without fear of falling. The danger of falling increases substantially with age. This is especially true in developed countries where aging populations tend toward comfortable, inact
Staying active without fear of falling. The danger of falling increases substantially with age. This is especially true in developed countries where aging populations tend toward comfortable, inact
Created as a tribute to the role of women in the medical world, this volume begins with a history of women in medicine, illustrated with historic photos. The bulk of the work is made up of photos of w
