A photograhic celebration of the wide variety of ships and their unique purpose in the world introduces famous vessels throughout the ages, from Magellan's ships that traversed the globe to paddleboat
Presents a revised and expanded edition of the 1996 book in which a group of eccentric Victorian scientists describes and catalogs dragons from around the world, including everything from their natura
In search of a new crew for his wonderful new ship, Pirate Pete and his parrot look for "stanky scallywags" who possess certain conversational skills. By the creators of Pirate Pete's Giant Adventure.
When the fairy-tale detectives rush to New York City hoping to find an Everafter who can cure Puck, they trigger a chain of events that includes a murder mystery, and learn many new things about their
Boys don’t keep diaries?or do they?The launch of an exciting and innovatively illustrated new series narrated by an unforgettable kid every family can relate toIt’s a new school year, and Greg Heffley
Grandpa explains that the golden rule is a simple statement on how to live that can be practiced by people of all ages and faiths, then helps his grandson figure out how to apply the rule to his own l
Soup cans! Dollar bills! Movie stars! Paint by numbers! Is it art? Yes! Andy Warhol's art.Following award-winning artist biographies Degas and the Dance, Toulouse-Lautrec, and Cezanne, an exciting ne
In barely a decade, the designer toy craze, which originated in Hong Kong, has taken the world by storm. Children and adults, celebrities and design aficionados now line up to pay anywhere from five d
Sally’s earlier books have proven themselves as perennial favorites, and now she has taken herself to the perfect holiday locale: a ski lodge. While at the resort, Sally makes lots of new friends, inc
By New York Times #1 best-selling author, Laura Numeroff and award-winning illustrator, David McPhail!When you can’t fall asleepThen try counting sheep! But what do you do if the sheep are already asl
From the writer and illustrator behind the best-selling The Twelve Days of Kindergarten, this rambunctious and clever book will entertain both in and out of school.It’s wintertime! That means it’s the
For the past 39 years, the covers of Rolling Stone have depicted the great icons of popular culture, from John Lennon, Bob Dylan, the Rolling Stones, and Madonna to Steve Martin, Uma Thurman, and Ric
Art + Arithmetic + Environmental Awareness=Graeme Base’s latest masterpieceFrom the creator of the international best-sellers Animalia, The Water Hole, and Jungle DrumsOnce again, beloved author Graem
Gnomes is the product of Rien Poortvliet and Wil Huygen’s observation of the local gnome population in Holland. Until Gnomes was first published in Dutch in 1976, these friendly nocturnal creatures we
Ahoy, mateys! Pirate Pete and his trusty parrot are back for a rollicking good time on the high seas.Yo-ho-ho! I wish I’d a ship,To sail to islands yonder,I’d do anything for this wish,Who could grant
Lavishly illustrated anatomy books have long been prized by artists, physicians, and other educated readers. Human Anatomy is the first authoritative history of anatomical illustration to include the
The Modernist house dissolved the closed spaces of the traditional home, overhauling the bathrooms and kitchens, opening the interior to natural light, and providing balconies and terraces. In The Mod
A richly illustrated, nostalgic tour of more than forty of Ireland's most colorful, traditional pubs wanders through the cities and countryside of Ireland to discover the timeless quality, flavor, his
Those who believe Iceland could be portrayed completely in black-and-white photographs are in for a surprise in this impressive, oversize (11.25x11.5") volume, which gently reminds us the Vikings only
The wondrous nights of Chanukah come to life through the eyes of a young child, whose family gathering grows bigger and bigger as the holdiay progresses. Each night one new item or person is added to
For Star Wars enthusiasts, and costume designers, this oversize (9.5x13), heavily illustrated volume contains the story of the design and creation of the sumptuous costumes worn in the movie series.
A master mixologist and author of Drinkology offers a comprehensive guide to the world of wine, explaining how wine is made and the mysteries of wine tasting, as well as discussing the different types
Chronicles, in "instant message" format, the day-to-day experiences, feelings, and plans of three fifteen-year-old girls--Zoe, Maddie, and Angela--as they begin tenth grade. By the author of Kissing K
Interplay: Interactive Design explores the relationships between people and technology; from the Internet to the future of wireless technologies, from screen-based design to the possibilities of physi
Capturing the essence and covering the history of the game, an affectionate look at the national pastime is a scrapbook of photographs, interviews, cartoons, anecdotes, and memorabilia--as well as pre
This book accompanies a major V&A exhibition that explores three hundred years of mutual fascination between East and West, a period of discoveries, encounters and exchanges initiated by the Portugue
Tired of being teased, Ngiri, the smallest warthog in Africa, uses a set of magic drums to make wishes, but he is not careful enough and makes the rift between the Warthogs and the beautiful Other Bea
Published to accompany a 2004-2005 centennial exhibition at the Museum of Art and Design in New York, this elegantly produced oversize volume (11.5x11.5") showcases the work of the influential jeweler
To create his epic Avatar, James Cameron and his crew had to invent the tools needed to achieve a transforming vision. The story of their journey—from Avatar’s conception to its realization on the scr
Sally the Black Labrador goes flying over a tree stump while playing chase in the yard and has to be rushed to the vet's office, but Sally learns quickly that a visit to the vet doesn't have to be sca
Chronicles, in "instant message" format, the day-to-day experiences, feelings, and plans of three fifteen-year-old girls--Zoe, Maddie, and Angela--as they begin tenth grade. By the author of Kissing K
Offers a colorful tour of the remarkable restorations of Colonial-style homes in Williamsburg, featuring detailed floor plans, a look at the region's characteristic architectural details, and an overv
Best-selling author Erica Jong here turns her attention to the fantastical and factual world of witchcraft. She explores the figure of the witch both as historical reality and as archetype - as Hallo
The acclaimed French marine photographer’s stunning work is celebrated in a gorgeous collection of 365 full-color ocean images from around the world, capturing the rich drama, power, and changeability
The stained glass collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum is the largest in the world, and includes major pieces from some of the most famous buildings of medieval Europe. Exquisite panels from C
George Nakashima (1905-1990) is best known for his unique pieces of furniture, which are prized for their respect for the natural forms of the tree and the inherent grain of the wood. This remarkable
Celebrating the work of acclaimed photographer Karl Bissinger, this collection of 115 tritone photographs offers compelling portraits of writers, dancers, actors, musicians, film stars, poets, and oth
Showcases one hundred definitive examples from the Victorian and Albert Museum collection, offering insight into major carpet-weaving traditions from China to Turkey while explaining through diagrams
