Fire your imagination and discover the delights of Portugal, from the lush fields and mountains of the north to the emptiness and wildlife of the central regions ? not forgetting the west and south co
The definitive collection of New York City's odd, wacky, and most offbeat people, places, and things, for New York City residents and anyone else who enjoys local humor and trivia with a twist. From
Trek with the Bedouin and their camels and discover one of the most exciting new trekking destinations in the world. Egypt’s Sinai peninsula is the small tooth of land between Africa and Asia, and the
New England and nearby areas in the United States and Canada have a long and storied history of earthquakes that goes back to the times of the earliest exploration and settlement of the region by Euro
FIDE Master Steve Giddins selects and examines his favourite games from David Bronstein, one of the greatest and most loved chess players of all time, and shows us how we can all learn and improve our
The heart-wrenching and adventure-filled stories of a South African wild animal vet and his colleagues When do you watch a wild animal suffer and let nature take its course, and when do you intervene?
This guide includes 27 weekend getaways from Atlanta, featuring itineraries with detailed route maps, suggested activities and attractions, and recommendations for restaurants and accommodations. Dest
22 drives that highlight the natural and cultural history of the land. Stories and facts about the people, natural environment and region to enchance your travels.
Learn how to set up and run a successful home-based antiques business, including locating antiques, pricing, marketing, and staying profitable. Worksheets and checklists help entrepreneurs get organiz
Cyrus Lakdawala studies his favourite Magnus Carlsen games. He examines Carlsen's skills in attack and defence, exploiting imbalances, accumulating advantages and endgame play, and shows us how we can
This definitive collection of the Bluegrass State's odd, wacky, and most offbeat people, places, and things is filled with quirky photographs throughout and maps for each region. Kentucky Curiosities
Idaho’s rich volcanic soil, climate and ample mountain-fed irrigation give Idaho Potatoes their unique texture, taste and their dependable performance. Idaho and potatoes are synonymous- you don’t th
Humorists Tim Sample and Steve Bither reveal the wild and wacky side of Maine. Describing approximately 300 oddities--people, places, animals, historic tidbits, and trivia--their unique persepctive an
Provides information on starting and running a professional organizing business from home, covering such topics as setting up a home office, marketing, legal and financial issues, finding and working
Consequences that Teach, the board-book series Feelings for Little Children, and Peekaboo and Other Games to Play with Your Baby. She and her family live in Washington state.
Western Fly-Fishing Strategies presents valuable tips and lessons with chapters ranging from trip planning, equipment, and tackle, to Western hatches, different kinds of insects, and the special fall
Fully revised and updated, the second edition of Cheap Bastard's Guide to Seattle details endless free and inexpensive opportunities available in the Emerald City from theater, concerts, and museums t
This definitive collection of the Old Dominion's odd, wacky, and most offbeat people, places, and things is filled with quirky photographs throughout and maps for each region. Virginia Curiosities inc
This definitive collection of the North Star State's odd, wacky, and most offbeat people, places, and things is filled with quirky photographs throughout and maps for each region. Minnesota Curiositie
This definitive collection of the Great Lakes State's odd, wacky, and most offbeat people, places, and things is filled with quirky photographs throughout and maps for each region. Michigan Curiositie
The vibrant and delicious meat-free recipes in this book are combined with luscious photographs and whimsical illustrations, offering vegetable-based cooking with dishes that are stylish, fresh, and f
This?thoroughly revised and expanded new edition of Taylor Streit’s classic Instinctive Fly Fishing addresses the “real reasons people catch trout,” and offers suggestions and tips to help the aspirin
Wildlife is southern Africa’s number one visitor attraction. This handy, beautifully illustrated book combines field guide and travel guide, explaining where and when to find wildlife and how to ident
Short, to-the-point, and humorously illustrated by famed outdoor illustrator Mike Clelland, this book presents everything hikers and backpackers need to be safe, comfortable, and well fed while carryi
Noted humorists, authors, journalists, and personalities provide a close-up look at the outrageous people, places, and things that characterize their home states, offering a wealth of weird facts and
Buffalo Bill''s Wild West brought an enormously successful performance spectacle to audiences throughout the United States and Europe between 1883 and 1916. Many talented and daring women performed al
Food, cooking and restaurants reflect the spirit of Washington, DC, the people who live there, and their many cultures and cuisines. Culinary traditions here are firm in these destinations, but there
Cheap Bastard's Guide to New York City details endless free and inexpensive opportunities available in the Big Apple from theater, concerts, and museums to wine tastings, yoga classes, haircuts, and m
From the world renowned endurance sports coaches and authors of Be IronFit and IronFit Strength Training and Nutrition for Endurance Athletes, a book of time-efficient training programs for the world'
This is the only dedicated, in-depth guide to Swaziland. Author Mike Unwin explores the excellent wildlife reserves and wild hiking trails offering waterfalls, rock art and prolific flora and birdlife
This definitive collection of the Empire State's odd, wacky, and most offbeat people, places, and things is filled with quirky photographs throughout and maps for each region. New York Curiosities inc
Poor posture can interfere with mobility, breathing, circulation and digestion. It can contribute to overuse injuries to hands, arms and shoulders and it can affect our sense of wellbeing. Drawing on
Exploring the fine line between amusements and abuse, an investigative journalist looks at the roles animals have played in entertainment and sports and examines the ways people have used animals for
A lively introduction to the people and events that shaped New Mexico's colorful history features entertaining stories about Smokey the Bear, Pancho Villa, Charles Bent, and other key people and happe
The glaciers that advanced and then receded through the Great Lakes region shaped Michigan’s terrain and soil in ways that challenge and sometimes confound modern-day gardeners. Michigan today
Discover the diverse food and culinary traditions from the ten states that border America’s most important river--and the heart of American cuisine--with 200 contemporary recipes for 30 meals and cele
Southwest Curiosities is part of a GPP homegrown series of state-specific books that describe, with humor and affection—and a healthy dose of attitude—the oddest, quirkiest, and most outlandish places
Residents of Kansas love their prairies, river bottoms, and buffalo wallows. And in spite of the difficulties of breaking sod (even building homes from the strips), planting in drought years, and neig
Kefi, loosely translated, is the Greek sense of joy, and is often found around the dinner table during large and boisterous family meals of Spanakopita, Keftedes (Greek meatballs), and much, much more
"From getting started and finding customers to creating your website and mastering social media, this comprehensive guide provides down-to-earth advice on every aspect of setting up and running a thri
