Sixty color and 15 b&w photographs utilize natural light and show Utah's prehistoric rock art images in the context of the surrounding canyons. The photos are presented with brief captions, and wi
A sharp and funny portrait of divorce. Splitting captures brilliantly the chaotic rhythms of a woman in crisis as it chronicles Angelica's disintegration into a handful of a "perforated" personalitie
Rocks that look like castles against the sky, quiet, broken only by the trill of a canyon wren; the cool, clear night alight with millions of stars--all the wonders of the desert canyonlands come viv
6 X 8 In, 48Pp, 48 Full-Color Illustrations, Ages 7 To 11 With These Sensible and Sensitive Safety-First Recipes, This Upbeat Book Guides Kids Through The Fun and Rewarding Process of Campfire Co
Chuck it all and live in a cave? No way! Adopt some Stone Age skills? Absolutely! This information-packed book doesn't just talk, it shows you ways to bring the best of our environment into your life
A traditional African American tale about a tiny man who leaves home to become the biggest, loudest, meanest creature in the forest, but a wise owl shows him the foolishness of his wish
The Wooden Spoon Dessert Book is a bonanza for lovers of dessert-a wide range of favored perennials and rediscovered classics. Here is a wonderful, homey, and delicious array of recipes for the last,
Originally published in 1916 when the Arts & Crafts movement was in its heyday, this is a virtual textbook of materials, color, techniques, and designs. Arts & Crafts Design is a practical g
With All the Trouble in the World, P. J. O'Rourke once again landed on best-seller lists around the country, confirming his reputation as the pre-eminent political humorist of our time. Attacking fas
From Horn Book review: "Water's vital role in the life of our planet is vividly portrayed in a crisp, economical text that cultivates respect for the environment. The water cycle is examined, along w
When many of the earth's creatures are seeking shelter for the night, bats are waking and beginning to hunt. In this delightful picture book, award-winning author and artist Barbara Bash guides reader
New times and new techniques are continuing to grab hold of the log-home industry. The updates are incredible. The list of resources grows. And as architects and builders continue to revolutionize th
Representing sixty years of outstanding short fiction, this anthology of stories from the pages of Esquire features the works of Hemingway, Fitzgerald, Steinbeck, Cheever, Roth, O'Connor, Carver, Updi
Packed With Magnificent Material On Southern California's Galaxy of Person- Alities, This Book Provides Insights Into Subjects Ranging From The Origins Hollywood To The Flowering of Inter- Nation
Here's another laugh-out-loud book in the highly popular format of those little instruction books. Yet, it's unlike any other. This is life from the cow's point of view. Ponder these deep thoughts: "B
Cowgirl and cowboy join forces to set people straight on lovin', romancin', and puttin' up with each other year after year. Gladiola and Texas speak nuggets of humorous wisdoms like these: "Love is a
As captivating as the most thrilling novel, Burmese Looking Glass tells the story of tribal peoples who, though ravaged by malaria and weakened by poverty, are unforgettably brave. Author Edith Miran
5 1/2 X 8 1/2 In, 128 Pp, Pencil Drawings Throughout, Includes Anthology of Children's Poetry, Ages 7 To 12 People Love To Express Themselves Through Poetry By Can't Always Find A Way To Voice Th
A practical, step-by-step guide to grilling over 250 different kinds of food—from vegetables, wild game, and all varieties of fish and fowl to the old standards: steaks, roasts, sausages (over
The text was originally published with other illustrations in 1983 by Harry N. Abrams Inc. Here it is repackaged with reproductions of over 65 paintings by Francoise Gilot (the paintings were created
Describes the unique cuisine of the Florida Keys, and shares recipes for snacks, soups, fish, seafood, poultry, meat, salads, side dishes, and desserts
4 1/4 X 6 3/4 In, 144 Pp, 65 Black & White Illustrations As Long As The Cowboy Has Been The Hero of Our Imaginations, The Cowgirl Has Been Leading Him From Behind. This Charming Gift Book Delive
It's a "pictorial guide to fancy footgear," states Texas Monthly. THE COWBOY BOOT BOOK has it all--history, anatomy, leathers, fit, care, makers, sellers, and famous wearers--even a glossary of boot t
Says the SOUTH BEND TRIBUNE, "This book is worthy of a book rustler." In the tradition of humorist Will Rogers, it takes a look at life through the eyes of the cowboy. It is filled with quips and quo
Conveys the story of the birds and birders that gather in Cape May Point, N.J., describing the adaptations, migratory patterns, and aerodynamics of the birds
Lords of Poverty is a case study in betrayals of a public trust. The shortcomings of aid are numerous, and serious enough to raise questions about the viability of the practice at its most fundamenta
Featuring such classic pieces as "The Curious Case of Sidd Finch" and "The Plimpton Small-Ball Theory of Sports Writing"--the smaller the ball the better the writing--this is a rich mix of profiles,
The author recounts his experiences following the trail used in the Iditarod dog sled race, and shares his impressions of the Alaskan bush and the people he met in his travels
?Song of Napalm is more than a collection of beautifully wrought, heartwrenching, and often very funny poems. It’s a narrative, the story of an American innocent’s descent into hell and his excruciati
Novelist, short-story writer, winner of the National Book Award and the Pulitzer Prize, Katherine Anne Porter is one of America’s most respected and enduring literary figures. Upon her death in
Breaking onto the scene in 1982 with Diner, which was hailed by one critic as a masterpiece of observation, Academy Award-winner Barry Levinson has since become recognized as one of the preeminent wri
?From the start, Greer’s has been a memorable voice ? direct, passionate, un-repentant ?? and this collection of her writings is witness to the tenacity of her personal vision. . . . Greer is informed
Raymond Carver, author of Where I'm Calling From, is widely considered one of the great short story writers of our time. A New Path to the Waterfall was Carver's last book, and shows a writer telling
The resonant diction and razor-sharp storytelling of Hansen's earlier books echo through Nebraska. These 11 gemlike tales range from the blue heart of the blizzard of 1888 to the sweltering jungles of
4 X 6 1/2 In, 176 Pp, Black & White Illustrations These Recent Works Are From America's Best Cowboy and Cowgirl Poets, Most of Whom Are Regular Participants In Local Cowboy Poetry Gatherings an
Awarded the 1989 Nobel Prize for Literature, Camilo José Cela has long been recognized as one of the preeminent Spanish writers of the twentieth century. Journey to the Alcarria is the best know
His future is disastrous, his present indecent, his past divine. He Is Darcy Dancer, youthful squire of Andromeda Park, the great gray stone mansion inhabited by Crooks, the cross-eyed butler, and th
This collaboration between Utah natives is an intimate meditation on one of the earth's most extraordinary landscapes. Telford 's spectacular color photographs of Utah's desert, canyons, mesas, hidden
A Fairy Tale of New York is a funny, lusty, and sad novel of comic genius. Returning from study abroad, Cornelius Christian enters customs with his luggage and his dead wife. His first encounter in N
