"Hom's style is approachable and fresh. For home cooks in search of authenticity without complication.--Library Journal "Hom manages to make seemingly complex flavor profiles more ma
A History of Photography in Fifty Cameras explores the 180-year story of perhaps the most widely used device ever built. It covers cameras in all forms, revealing the origins and development of each m
Mega Wolf is strong, brave and famous. He loves his super-fast sports car. It has rocket launchers and goes faster than light. People shout "Hurray!" as he passes. But Mega Wolf's mo
Mega Wolf is strong, brave and famous. He loves his super-fast sports car. It has rocket launchers and goes faster than light. People shout "Hurray!" as he passes. But Mega Wolf's mo
Mega Mouse is the strongest of the Mega Animals. She likes to help injured animals and children. She has a super-powerful disintegrator gun and is not afraid of anyone.One day, Mega Mouse's friend Meg
Mega Bunny loves carrots. He also loves his mega-boots, which let him hop over clouds and buildings. His dream would be to tour the world jumping from cloud to cloud, but sometimes between his carrot
Mega Mouse is the strongest of the Mega Animals. She likes to help injured animals and children. She has a super-powerful disintegrator gun and is not afraid of anyone.One day, Mega Mouse's friend Meg
Mega Bunny loves carrots. He also loves his mega-boots, which let him hop over clouds and buildings. His dream would be to tour the world jumping from cloud to cloud, but sometimes between his carrot
In the Sea of Japan lies Okunoshima Island, a popular wildlife tourist destination that is teeming with wild bunnies. Visitors come from near and far to visit the island's furry inhabitants, who are s
The Story of Golf in Fifty Holes explores the 600-year history of the "game of honor." It reveals the excitement and despair, the challenges overcome and the sweet victories, the spo
"It was a wild ride... and this book does it justice. Well-chosen thrills, spills, and conflicts are spliced into a narrative that highlights the danger underlying this scientific mission...
"Where Goodman's book shines is the foldout maps and diagrams of the voyages and in the journal entries by Hudson and members of his crew ... When the next group of students with an assignmen
The first three chapters in this book--Animal Dangers, Natural Dangers, and Human Hazards--describe what to do in a total of 24 specific emergencies. The fourth chapter, Basic Survival Skills, has 14
"This book will mesmerize plant-lovers and non-gardeners alike."--American Gardener "This marvelous collection of tales deserves to be read and enjoyed."--Chicago B
Stuff You Need to Know virtually overflows with illustrations and information about 28 activities and objects from everyday life. In fact, the book is so jam-packed that eight gatefolds provide the ex
The Afterlife Bible describes the many beliefs in an afterlife, from ancient myths and religions to contemporary spiritual faiths. Sarah Bartlett explains how the scientific community has taken part i
Twisted History brings to life the incredible stories of 32 historical figures -- murderers, assassins and traitors who embraced the dark side, and martyrs and innocents who paid with their lives in t
Household cats are happy to lie about, preferably in a sunny spot, their only effort a trip to the food bowl or litter box. It is up to their humans to keep them healthy, physically active and mentall
Pretty and Organized is the ultimate guide to creating innovative and stylish storage solutions. It includes 30 practical projects for any room in the home -- bedroom, craft room, kitchen, dining room
Enter into a world of razor-sharp fangs, toxic stingers and flesh-tearing claws. The natural world is a place that can frighten, yes, but also amaze. Top 10 for Kids Deadly Animals has scads of cool
Kids are enormously keen on cute and cuddly pets and Top 10 for Kids Pets has lists with plenty of cats and dogs. It also has Top 10 lists of exotic animals no one would ever have guessed would be any
Everything needed for trouble-free makeover projects and creative home maintenance. In this practical manual, a professional decorator shares hundreds of her personal tips, techniques and trade se
The technical secrets of a professional painter for the best results and more room for creativity. Painting in Acrylics: The Indispensable Guide provides comprehensive guidance for painters of all
A groundbreaking exploration of outstanding modern Brazilian cuisine, with 100+ recipes. Brazil is a vast country with a cornucopia of fabulous cuisines and a wealth of early ethnic influences tha
A rare look at the southern skies' greatest glories. The celestial objects of the Southern Hemisphere are fascinating to astronomers everywhere. The southern stars, nebulae, and galaxies have exot
The perfect starter astronomy guide to night viewing. 101 Objects to See in the Night Sky is a fun and practical guide to identifying and observing 101 of the most fascinating and exciting sights
The great trees of the world in glorious color. The Glory of the Tree describes 90 species of tree that collectively span the millennia of evolution and cross the globe. Organized into six categor
A comprehensive natural history of nature's smallest bird species. The tiny hummingbird has long been a source of fascination for birdwatchers and naturalists alike. They number 300 species and Ro
Praise for Brain Games for Dogs, by the same author: "Ideal for the growing number of dog owners who know that mental activity is as important as exercise when it comes to their dog's health and h
Unique facts and little-known data for the fervent fan. Hockey Hall of Fame Trivia features the most distinguished and influential men and women who have ever played the game, policed the ice or c
The most terrifying reptiles ever to walk the planet battle it out in glorious full-color illustrations. Who would win in a fight to the death between an Allosaurus and a Kentrosaurus? Now eager r
This new edition has 60 new quips and quotes. Praise for earlier editions: "Fully illustrated and funny... difficult to put down. Great stocking stuffer." -- Hockey News "This is a fun b
Praise for the first edition: "A model of excellence in the art of reference volume publishing ... Every public and school library ... should acquire this treasure. It will remain the standard for
Praise for the first edition: "More than a picture book ... Hoyt's elegant writing provides both the historical background for deep-sea exploration and an ecological perspective on life in the oce
The ultimate illustrated, authoritative reference to the avian world. Written by a highly regarded ornithologist and natural history expert and sumptuously illustrated throughout with photographs
110 incredible true stories torn from the pages of history. From Ancient Greece to the hunt and killing of Bin Laden, here are incredible acts of bravery, courage and derring-do that have in one f
A showcase of sustainable living in prefab, solar, mobile and modular houses. In this book, architect Ana Maria Alvarez presents an array of the world's best sustainable residential architecture.
Praise for Weird Insects: "A gallery of brilliantly clear, color photos gives intimate, close-up looks at just 59 of the millions of insects crawling, flying, scurrying, and burrowing on our plane
Using the latest technologies to stay warm safely, cleanly and efficiently. Wood Heat is a comprehensive and practical homeowner's guide to using wood as a reliable source of heat with the latest
A pictorial tribute to the ships, past and present, that still work on the Great Lakes features more than 170 full-color photographs that document the various types of ships and the mariners who sail
