On the nights of November 9 and 10, 1938, rampaging mobs throughout Germany and the newly acquired territories of Austria and Sudetenland freely attacked Jews in the street, in their homes and at the
Froma deadly border to America's kidnapping capital—the secret lives at the heart of the immigration controversy Arizona’s violent border is the busiest gateway for illegal im
Knack Parenting a Preschooler provides busy parents with a visually driven reference filled with information about behaviors, general care advice, and skills development for the three- to five-year-o
Children love to snack, and fortunately, health experts now tell us that snacking is in many aspects an ideal way for humans to eat. And yet it's not easy to keep track of what kids are eating! The an
From money matters to boundaries, Under One Roof Again squarely addresses the inevitable and complicated issues that arise when formerly parent-child relationships become adult-adult ones. Social psy
“An exciting and dramatic episode.”—Library Journal “Cliff-hanging suspense.”—Christian Science MonitorAssault in Norway is the classic account of a le
Knack Cycling for Everyone is the ideal new resource for anyone looking to get introduced, or reintroduced, to today's world of cycling. With informative, full-color photos and tips throughout, it is
Judging from movies like Cliffhanger, rock climbing seems dangerous and, well, like a hard sport to do. The reality is that it doesn’t take much to get out climbing—in the gym or on the r
Part dreambook and part practical guide, Knack Treehouses takes the reader a big step closer to having a house in the treetops. Replete with 450 full-color photographs, it covers all there is to know
The 24/7 Baby Doctor is the essential twenty-first-century reference guide for new parents. Doing away with the often intimidating “What to Expect” approach of so many parenting books, Dr
Chess is a refreshing pastime for most players, and an all-encompassing obsession for a few. And yet much of chess literature—heavy on notation, low on useful illustrations, frustrating for the
Baseball is a simple enough game. Yet, mastering the skills requisite to play the game at a competitive level, regardless of one’s age, often isn’t easy. Knack Coaching Youth Baseball app
This is a new edition of Captain Charles Johnson's original 1724 publication providing detailed profiles and accounts of the most notorious pirates of the time. The classic work has become a central r
"Turning from the Iraq War, author and journalist Laufer (Mission Rejected: U.S. Soldiers Who Say No to Iraq) decided to focus on the presumably innocuous business of butterflies. Fluttering across t
Knack Kayaking for Everyoneis the most visually driven and yet informative guide to every aspect of an aquatic sport whose popularity has skyrocketed in recent years. The first chapters compris
Universal design—the art of rendering an interior living space accessible and safe to people regardless of age or ability/disability—is today a major trend in residential architecture. It
A silent, simmering killer terrorized New England in1911. As a terrible heat wave killed more than 2,000 people, another silent killer used the heat to cover her own killing spree. That year an obitu
Do you always struggle to see the best in a situation? Does it seem like it’s raining both outside and in? If you’re blind to the lighter side of life then you’re clearly a grump, but don’t despair—yo
Contains delightful explorations of food and cooking, among which are the collection's namesake essay and many other gems; with black-and-white photographs and illustrations.
Knack First Aid covers the most common injuries and illnesses, how to recognize them, how to manage them and, when appropriate, how to prevent them. By Buck Tilton, a trusted first responder and first
Roger Tory Peterson—the Renaissance man who taught Americans the joy of watching birds—also invented the modern field guide. His 1934 landmark Field Guide to the Birds was the first book
When high school students think of college life, images of parties and new people and late-night pizza instantly come to mind. Only upon moving in does a freshman realize the buzz-killing downside to
Baseball fans are by nature philosophical creatures, prone to engaging fellow devotees of the Grand Old Game in such inherently subjective, often ridiculous, and thoroughly enjoyable debates as:
It is not your imagination playing tricks on you if you are in sticker shock in the supermarket check-out lane - food prices are skyrocketing. And not only is food more expensive than ever, but
The Central Intelligence Agency’s most respected former Middle East counterterrorism officer applies a critical lens to the state of America’s Homeland Security system and asks, “Ar
The tape measure home run is the greatest single act of power in the game of baseball, and the tales of these homers are the most cherished legacies players and fans hand down through the generations
With a foreword by David Copperfield!*There’s nothing like performing magic—and there’s nothing like plodding through a text-heavy book on the subject whose illustration
From military sportswriter to roving correspondent for the National Observer, from quasi Hell’s Angel to counterculture author and gonzo journalist, Hunter S. Thompson led a life of legend. Hunter S.
A visual introduction to astrology profiles the signs and houses of the zodiac while covering the basics of reading and interpreting a birth chart, counseling readers on the key steps for preparing an
Bridge is a famously challenging card game, one that’s next to impossible to learn without a whole host of visual aids. But books on the subject all too often seem to ignore this. Enter Knack B
Few children can communicate effectively before eighteen months of age, but sign language can allow baby and parent to reduce the frustration up to a year earlier. With more than 450 full-color photo
A Classic Biography of Theodore Roosevelt—Reissued on the Sesquicentennial of His BirthThis classic biography—copublished by the Theodore Roosevelt Association and The Lyons Press—includes an introduc
As incredible as it may sound, Knack Planning?Your Wedding makes wedding decisions truly stress free. The authors, co-founders of the popular wedding planning website JunebugWeddings.com, guide reader
Wedding flowers are a huge part of the bridal dream, and a firm grasp of floral fundamentals is essential to planning an unforgettable big day. With more than 400 full-color photographs, Knack Weddin
A volume of evocative narratives traces the history and characteristics of North America's tallest mountain and includes dramatic coverage of the experiences of famous men and women mountaineers. By t
Flags of the Fifty States is an indispensable historical reference and a fascinating, beautiful pictorial guide to the rich diversity of America’s fifty states. It provides a colorful way to le
For those who have always wanted to prepare Chinese food at home, here is the book they can actually learn Chinese cookingfrom—full-color, step-by-step photographs fully convey the proces
Soup: the word conjures up images of comfort and home. It is a universal food, loved by cultures around the world. But how many people today regularly enjoy a true homemade soup? Knack Soup Classics
By charting the geography of the killer’s actions, Mapping the Trail of a Serial Killer takes an innovative approach to exploring the killing sprees of25 mass murderers from the early 20t
For those new to wine or for dabblers who could use some help deciphering foreign labels, Knack Wine Basics brings unprecedented clarity to the world of the world’s most ubiquitous libation. By a Cali
