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A new series of colorful and lighthearted books that compares opposites in the weird and wonderful animal kingdom. Children are often intrigued by extremes in the world around them and how they com

Organized geographically, an illustrated field guide to the turtles of the world offers information on the appearance and behavior of 190 land, marine, and freshwater species.

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

Enhanced by the microphotography of Rob Kessler, two experts from London's Royal Botanic Gardens look at the role of pollen, seeds, and fruit in plant reproduction and in preserving the Earth's biodiversity.

A new look for an enduring book about a difficult issue. Review of the first edition: "...poignant and easy to read." -School Library Journal Divorce is never easy, not for parents and especial

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

The most exhaustive reference guide to embroidery stitches ever published. In a small format for easy portability, this book contains detailed information on more than 400 embroidery stitches-easily m

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

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

A book with full-color step-by-step photos includes pilates workouts at several difficulty levels--from beginner to expert--and a variety of time lengths, in a book that also has workouts geared toward such women's issues as pregnancy and menopause, as well as a complete overview of pilates equipment. Original.

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

Molecular Gastronomy, Microgastronomy, Bistronomy, Avant Garde Cuisine, Multi-Sensory Dining all mean the same thing -- using food science to bring flavor, texture, taste and aromas to recipes in new

An A-Z guide to 100 of the world's most popular woods illustrated with scale color photographs. Ideal for woodworkers and interior designers, it includes practical tips for choosing and storing wood a

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

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

An essential training manual for hockey goalkeepers.The Hockey Goalie's Complete Guide offers practical advice and information for goalkeepers and their coaches and trainers. Anyone interested in hockey goalkeeping will enjoy reading about NHL trainer FranCois Allaire and his four-year development plan that includes:Basic techniquesSkating techniquesOn-ice and off-ice training methodsHow to evaluate goalkeepers on and off the iceThe trainer's role.Step-by-step instructions and clear illustrations show how to execute each recommended technique, movement and exercise, and detailed color photographs complement the expert counsel. Each chapter has an at-a-glance summary and a chart that outlines all the techniques and exercises featured.This authoritative and practical guide also includes forms that allow players, coaches and trainers to record and refer to a goalkeeper's progress and performance during games. These tracking forms are important for annual evaluations and for planning revis

Explores the many ways water can be found on the planet, from rivers and oceans to raindrops and sweat, and includes informative sidebars, fascinating microscopic photography, and engaging text. Simul

More than 200 solutions for home lighting challenges.The Home Lighting Effects Bible shows how lighting can transform a home, increase the sense of space, provide practical lighting for working areas and bring warmth, ambience, highlights and drama.The author provides information on the technical aspects of lighting -- sources, strength, direction, angle, color and control -- for the interior designer and the home owner.Design topics include:Directional lighting, up-lighting, spotlightingMoveable, recessed, stretch-wire and concealed mountingsHow to give light depth and characterPurpose lighting, such as picture lighting, special effects, task lights and color washesLED and fluorescent bulbsLow-voltage and hard-wired power sourcesStyles and functions of different types of lightingFinding the right sizeWorking with light colorHow to choose decorative lightingThe main section of the book is a comprehensive directory that examines, room-by-room, every kind of lighting requirement in a hou

Succinctly written and sumptuously illustrated with photographs and diagrams, this appealing book is sure to fascinate the general reader and inspire the science student considering a career in animal

A practical, comprehensive guide to the identification and use of precious and semi-precious gems, novelty stones, agates and crystals. Gem profiles include color photographs of the raw crystal, commo

Both authors and photographers, De Roy and Jones run the Roving Tortoise Worldwide Nature Photography company in New Zealand. They present lavish color photographs of the fauna, flora, and geological

Richly illustrated with color photographs and maps, this guide for general readers describes the ecology of wetlands and explains how various plants and animals have evolved to live in them. The main

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

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

An introduction to the alphabet and the animal kingdom. This charming book introduces children to every letter in the alphabet. Beautiful watercolor illustrations on every page will engage and delight children, with a variety of animals for children to spot, from aardvarks and alligators to zebras. Children love animals and take pride in identifying them. Animal ABC is sure to engage young minds.

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

An invaluable handbook of contemporary landscape design concepts and technical information Landscape architecture dovetails the needs and desires of the user with the conditions of the site. Plants

Full color, full-page photographs throughout with straightforward and engaging text, the 'I Want to Be...' series is an appealing and engaging introduction to a broad spectrum of occupations.

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

Praise for the hardcover edition: BEST BOOKS 2007, JUNIOR HIGH AND YOUNG ADULTS, ASTRONOMY "Simply put, this book is a real gem." -- Science Books and Films "A glorious vision of the universe."

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-inducing favorite returns with vibrant new watercolor illustrations and a few new creatures, too. Page by page, young readers will delight at the antics of animals on the commode. Of course, a giraffe could never even fit through the bathroom door. A seal would slip right off the seat. And a sitting elephant would simply crush the potty to pieces. After many such comical bestial blunders, the story concludes that animals can never use toilets because toilets are meant for "big kids like you." Featuring more than a dozen animals -- including kangaroos, an octopus, and even an orca whale and written with child-friendly wit, Toilet Tales is guaranteed fun for any toilet-ready toddler.

How a humble work pant got on everyone's backside and took over the world. In The Lowdown on Denim, narrators JD and Shred take readers on a trip through the history of jeans, demonstrating that,

A powerful novel of enduring friendship set amid the terror and chaos of present-day Afghanistan. Best friends Tamanna and Yasmine cannot believe their good fortune when a school is set up in their A

A guide to growing, preserving, cooking and healing with garlic. There is perhaps no better author for a book on garlic than one who grew up on a garlic farm and is also a formidable cook. Garlic:

When Marisa leaves the pen gate open the pigs rush out and take over

Provides a practical reference to all aspects of mathematics, using clear explanations of such key mathematical concepts as analysis, logic, metamathematics, and mathematical physics.

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

No one ever sees the bears, but everyone knows that their house is a mess, they jump on the furniture, and they decorate with sawdust.

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

Architect and author Mathewson offers a sweeping retrospective of renowned architect Frank Gehry's considerable body of work. The book can be characterized as a collection of stunning photographs of G