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Presents an introduction to NASCAR racing, discussing its history, tracks, safety rules, pit stops, inspection stations, scoring, and victory lane, in a text with pop-up illustrations.

Praised by Bill Bryson in the introduction to his book A Short History of Nearly Everything as one of the three most influential scientists working in the world today. We will be targeting not just

A comprehensive guide to whimsical sleeping spaces for every type of home.Everyone loves a bunk bed. Whether you are five or fifty-five, there is something about a cozy sleeping nook that excites the imagination. They also have to be an infinitely practical safe-saving solution. The Bunk Bed Book offers useful tips and advice for readers seeking bunks or nooks for their own. Chapters include The Basic Bunk (covering all varieties of two-bunk beds, both store bought and custom build), The Loft (covering single beds lofted above space or storage), The Nook (devoted to beds built into nooks in a bunk-like fashion), The Triple Bunk (stacked three high and traditional bunks with a trundle), and Bunk Rooms (the ultimate in bunk-bed room, featuring spaces with more than three beds).

Coastal havens designed for laid-back living.The idea of a retreat―a place removed from one’s daily stressors, a secluded haven to be enjoyed by family--is more appealing than it has been in decades. But second homes are far from a novel concept. Families have built retreats since the late 1800s, when the well-to-do began to construct reprieves in coastal areas to escape the combustive atmosphere of city life. Homes on the water have been coveted and cherished for their particular restorative qualities. In an oceanside house, one can’t help but pause to contemplate the view.At Home on the Water?offers a history of coastal living and features twelve homes on the water on both coasts and?the gulf. This stunning title focuses on both the design of the homes and the way the homeowners live in them, embellished by interviews with?homeowners, designers, and/or?architects.

An up-close look at the beautiful, yet fierce wolves of the greater Yellowstone area and their fight for survival.In Wolves: Western Warriors, the life of the powerful and majestic North American wolf, often considered to be vermin and dangerous, is presented, showing the struggle they have to simply survive in the wild and in a world where many people don’t appreciate wolves and often set out to exterminate them. Argyle explores their behavior, their family dynamics, and what it means to be a wolf in the wilderness of the greater Yellowstone area through her stunning photography. She includes information about the reintroduction of wolves to Yellowstone and the ongoing struggle with keeping wolves listed as endangered species, while also offering her personal observations about the Wapiti Lake pack, among others, and several notable individual wolves. The strikingly beautiful images and the information and stories woven throughout the pages of the book showcase this frequently misunde

Cowgirl romance, backyard cow keeping, farmstyle meals, and cheese recipes from MaryJane Butters.MaryJane Butters wants YOU to have a cow―that “pet” cow you’ve always fantasized about. You know, that gorgeous “beau”vine grazing outside your kitchen window. What would it feel like to bring a bucket of fresh milk into your kitchen and turn it into butter, your own yogurt, sour cream, and artisan cheeses like Manchego? MaryJane’s 5th book, in an all new, paperback format, Milk Cow Kitchen, is two parts cookbook (20 step-by-step cheese recipes and 50 farmstyle meals), one part milk cow how-to, and three parts play!

Inspiring tables and entertaining styles of 34 tastemakers in their regions or society at large show how they keep traditions passed down from mothers and grandmothers alive in their families. Thirty style-setting women pay tribute to how their mothers and grandmothers have influenced their own styles of entertaining at home. Whether they proudly incorporate recipes passed down from a grandmother's collection or follow a mother's lessons for making guests feel comfortable, it is clear that family role models have had a strong influence. Blending inherited dinnerware or decorative pieces in their modern tables is also big in the way women embrace their heritage for entertaining. From formal to casual occasions, city to country, and grand to intimate, indoor and outdoor tables beautifully designed tell a story about how these women host guests at their tables. Each style maker shares tips and lessons in entertaining that she learned from the women in her life.Tip boxes from each generati

Evoking memories of the past and aspirations for the future to create unique contemporary interiors.Interior design should not be sterile or static; it’s a living extension of art meant to be touched,

A comprehensive and easy guide to bringing wild food indoors and new life to your cooking.If you’d like to experiment with wild foods and explore new flavors, but don’t know where to start―The Forager

100 farm-to-table breakfast, brunch, and lunch recipes with a modern Southern sensibility.Redefine the culinary boundaries of breakfast, brunch, and lunch. 100 recipes designed for the home cook using

Take to the road to discover the history and artistry of North America’s disappearing neon signs.Neon Road Trip chronicles the history of the commercial neon sign with a curated collection of photogra

Discover the inspiring story of how Crystal Maggelet unexpectedly ended up as CEO of her father’s company, guiding Flying J back from bankruptcy and on to great success—all during the throes of the Gr

From the tulip fields of Netherlands to your garden flower patch, tulips are loved the world over.Jane Eastoe’s passion for gardening and Rachel Werne’s spectacular photography combine to showcase the

A complete, illustrated A-to-Z resource for vintage trailer enthusiasts.A comprehensive guide to vintage trailers made by the hundred most popular manufacturers, from Airstream to Zipper, including br

Simplify your home, health, and lifestyle with the help of Scandinavian minimalist sensation, Jenny Mustard.In a beautiful collection of essays, Simple Matters challenges readers to simplify their lif

Classy and quirky treehouses from around the world.The treehouse in its most simple and fundamental form enables us to escape from the everyday pressures of modern life and feel closer to nature. It c

Punch by the cupful makes a comeback on the party scene.Consummate hostess Kimberly Whitman introduces the lively, rich history of the punch bowl, from India to England & Europe to the American South

A floral gardening guide to the ultra popular peony.From Shawnee Chief to Top Brass, this guide to over 60 varieties of peonies presents an eclectic selection of specimens—from those with the best vis

Beautiful and achievable floral arrangements to brighten your home.Arranged by season, Flourish shows you how to transform even just a handful of fresh cuttings into seriously stylish arrangements tha

Midcentury spaces made new: A-Frame homes from rustic to ultra-modern, mountain retreats to seaside getaways.The A-Frame home surged in popularity in the 1950s, and has captured the public’s imaginati

HIT THE ROAD! Nashville, Tupelo, Jackson, Natchez, and New Orleans See the top destinations between Nashville and the Big Easy with this book as your guide. With easy-to-use maps that keep you orient

Hand-crafted desserts and treats that impress!Visually dazzling cakes, eclairs, meringues, and more to make and share—made simple with easy-to-follow directions from Aimee Twigger, creator of Twigg St

"The story of early to mid-twentieth-century Los Angeles as experienced by tourists to the City of Angels, as told through a fun and diverse collection of old photos, picture postcards, brochures, ads

Your World Your WayTravel writer and Canadian Andrew Hempstead shares his expert perspective on Atlantic Canada, guiding you to a memorable and unique experience. Whether you're hoping to kayak to bea

From a farmgirl’s table to yours. The New England farmgirl, transplanted to North Carolina, shares heartwarming stories and personal advice along with a bushel of new recipes for using produce from th

Super-cool spaces to relax, work, chill out, or escape.Over 50 real examples from around the world—some simple and modest and some extravagant—inspire and instruct the reader on how to create their ow

Join journalist and author Nicholas Mills on an unforgettable adventure. With his unique perspective and advice you can trust, Moon Buenos Aires has everything you need to know to have the trip of a l

Raise your entertaining ante with Steven Stolman, and make every party an affair to remember. You’re invited as everyone’s favorite “serial entertainer” returns to share memories, recipes, and photogr

The Edward Clown family, nearest living relatives to the Lakota war leader, presents the family tales and memories told to them about their famous grandfather. In many ways the oral history differs fr

Moon Vancouver & Canadian Rockies Road Trip will take you on the journey of a lifetime. Inside, you’ll find cross-country routes and road-tested advice for adventurers who want to see the part

Seasoned outdoors authors Tom Stienstra and Ann Marie Brown know the best hiking trails in the Golden State, from breathtaking coastal walks north of Los Angeles to challenging backcountry treks in th

North Carolina resident and local writer Jason Frye provides an insider’s look at the Tar Heel State, from the Outer Banks to Charlotte to the Blue Ridge Mountains. Frye includes unique trip ideas lik

Nashville resident Margaret Littman gives readers an insider's look at the Volunteer State, from the civil war battlefields of Middle Tennessee to Knoxville's World's Fair Park. To help travelers plan

This full-color guide to Arizona and the Grand Canyon includes vibrant photos and easy-to-use maps to help with trip planning.Moon Arizon & the Grand Canyon gives you the tools to make your ow

The Lone Star state can seem like an enigma to those who have never had the pleasure of spending time there. Texans seem to walk differently, talk differently, and dress differently than any other peo

Steven Rothfeld, a world-class photographer, spent several months traveling through Israel to explore the vibrant food scene. The locals guided him from one great restaurant to another, and to growers

A new farm home blending modern lines and materials with French antiques. When Brooke and Steve Giannetti decided to leave their suburban Santa Monica home to build a new life on a farm, they looked i

This full-color guide to Nicaragua includes vibrant photos and maps to help with trip planning.Nicaragua expert Elizabeth Perkins teaches travelers how to best experience the wonders of this Central A

This full-color guide includes vibrant photos and detailed maps to help with trip planning.Award-winning travel writer Christopher P. Baker shows travelers the way to the best of Costa Ricawhether it'

P.J. O’Rourke has had a prolific career as one of America’s most celebrated humorists. But that career almost didn’t happen. As he tells it, ?I began to write for pay in the spring of 1970. To tell th