Rembrandt's art is easily recognized by his masterful use of light and darkness. But why would Rembrandt choose to paint objects in such a way? Titus learned a lot about his father from what he pain
Some were warriors. Some were lawyers, some historians, some moved by an inner passion so great that they appeared to move against kingly power like moths to the flame, risking, and often giving, thei
This narrative goes beyond a mere chronicling of miles traveled, of deep-winter hardships, of whitewater challenges and wildlife confrontations. Paralleling the day-by-day account of their wilderness
Collecting bugs provides children and teenagers an avenue to discover the diversity and beauty of nature as well as the methodology of science. Many local organizations, such as 4-H clubs, hold displa
During his twenty-five years of canoeing in the wild, Jerry Apps has experienced it allwicked thunderstorms, inquisitive bears, swamping a canoe, night skies filled with more stars than imagina
In this small (7x8) book, Seattle-based artist Thom Ross presents his paintings of the saga of Wyatt Earp and the Gunfight at the O.K. Corral, which he regards as a motherlode of inspiration for image
"It is Pedersen's gift to be able to draw the reader into her world." —Front Street Reviews "[Pedersen's] wicked, sarcastic, dry, self-deprecating sense of humor won me over and I absolutely loved it
Exposing a tragic and ongoing crisis of humanity, this moving book presents the faces and stories of people struggling to conquer hunger and disease. Urging all of us to stop turning a blind eye, Name
Drawn to Russia to work on conserving its extensive wilderness, Laura Williams shares the story of her life-changing move to the countryside, where she works on a remote nature reserve and falls in l
In the fifth volume in this series, Etulain (U. of New Mexico) introduces nine biographical essays offering a balanced view of nine Native American and white military leaders of the Western frontier i
Provides plans and instructions for growing twenty-six different gardens, with recipes for using what is grown. Gardens and recipes are divided by difficulty level, from easy to advanced.
This handbook on storytelling techniques is loaded with creative ideas for science and natural history educators and interpreters. Story examples, photos, and tips inspire and instruct.
Before there was CSI and NCIS, there was a mild-mannered forensic scientist whose diligence would help solve the twentieth century's greatest crime. Arthur Koehler was called the Sherlock Holmes of hi
This collection from the editorials and perspectives from Indian Country Today featured since 2000 includes a wide range of topics, including the assertion that Indian sovereignty is a positive force
Bruchac is a nationally-known Native American storyteller and author of some 70 books of nonfiction, fiction, and poetry for adults and children. In this collection, he retells a number of traditiona
The fictional diaries of a family from the twenty-second century that discovers a time machine which takes them back through Earth's ancient past; with related activities, maps, bibliographies, and gl
An in-depth look at the anti-globalization rallies in Seattle in November, 1999, examining philosophical, ethical, and economic causes. Thomas, a Washington State author, reproduces correspondence bet
Now with an updated epilogue about the 2010 elections.This is the inside story of one of the most stunning reversals of political fortune in American history. Four years ago, the GOP dominated politic
As Chilean ambassador to the United Nations, Munoz sat on the Security Council just prior to and immediately following the US invasion and occupation of Iraq, serving part of that time as the presiden
According to Vine Deloria Jr., Hank Adams is the most important Native American of the past sixty years. From his mediation of disputes between the US government and AIM in the 1970s to his key role i
Nelson, who has lived in Mexico off and on for decades, maintains a website and runs a consulting service on all aspects of life in Mexico. This updated guide reflects Nelson's expertise with clear, n
Personal possessions tell a beautiful story of a person's life. Finding Peace, One Piece at a Time helps to capture and share these stories by providing tools for how to thin, repurpose, and redistrib
This Unique Guidebook Provides All The Necessary Information About Where And When To View Natural Wonders As They Unfold In The Carolinas And Tennessee.
Colorado senator Morgan Carroll brings us an inside look at how state legislatures really work and how ordinary citizens can make and change law and policy in their state and become their own lobbyist
Poverty, physical abuse, suicide, and addiction have all reached epidemic proportions in South Dakota’s Indian reservations. Lakota, Dakota, and Nakota children and young adults are disproportionately
Rich illustrations reveal the history of Wyoming's geology, environment, and landscape Merging paleontology, geology, and artistry, Ancient Wyoming illustrates scenes from the distant past and
