SAS and Elite Forces Guide: Sniper describes the psychological makeup of a sniper, what training is required to become an expert marksman, and what weapons are used by special forces snipers today. Us
The SS Portland was a solid and luxurious ship, and its loss in 1898 in a violent storm with some 200 people aboard was later remembered as “New England’s Titanic.” The Portland was
Homesteader and blogger Ann Accetta-Scott guides readers at the beginning, moderate or advanced levels of preserving. Newcomers to the world of preserving can start with a simple jam and jelly recipe
A story bursting with murder, mayhem, and intrigue—the astonishing career of Thomas Byrnes, the 19th Century New York City detective who closed the city's most notorious murders and robberie
The most compelling and exciting tales of lost and buried treasures associated with the Civil War have been collected, extensively researched and investigated, and are included in this entertaining bo
The American public (and the public around the world) remain fascinated with film stars. A Timeline of Women’s Contributions to the Movies is a unique book about the film industry in that the format i
Silver Medal Winner of the Independent Publisher Book Awards for Best Regional Nonfiction in the SoutheastThe story of how Florida became entwined with Americans’ 20th-century hopes, dreams and
On Mount Washington, it’s lack of preparation, not the mountain that kills. The weather is highly changeable with wind gusts of 140 mph and -35 degree temps. Then there are the avalanches and ic
This is classic Hollywood history as told through the life and career of one of its mosticonic actresses. The book benefits tremendously from the author's meeting with Olivia de Havilland after he
The Wolf Almanac is the most widely respected compendium on wolves. With hundreds of full-color photos, graphs, charts, maps, and more, The Wolf Almanac covers every aspect of the wolf kingdom, from t
Set in Havana in 1863 during the American Civil War, the Spanish colonial city was alive with intrigue and war-related espionage. The protagonist - a young American ship captain by the name of Everett
The first book of its kind, with comprehensive up-to-date detailsHistoric sites along the Mall, such as the U.S. Capitol building, the White House and the Lincoln Memorial, are explored from an entire
Stephen Birmingham tells the rich and varied history of the Sephardic elite--an insular group of bewilderingly interrelated families, spiced with gossip and the gentle rattling of family skeletons.
Written by acclaimed sports author and oral historian Harvey Frommer and with an introduction by pro football Hall of Famer Frank Gifford,When It Was Just a Game tells the fascinating story of the gro
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.
In the sixth and newest title in the successful Woods Cop Mystery series, another suspenseful who-done-it finds Grady Service with an unexpectedly complex, truly rotten, and important case on his han
The infamous Sonny Barger once declared that the Hells Angels would never be infiltrated. Running with the Devil chronicles the story of the ATF sting and the two undercover agents who risked their l
Untie the mystery of knot-making with this clever and handy guide. This new compendium presents all the knots you need to know, with brightly colored photographs enabling you to easily follow the ins
Chris Fair has dined with soldiers in the Khyber Pass and with prostitutes in Delhi, rummaged for fish in Jaffna, and sipped Taliban tea in Peshawar. Cuisines of the Axis of Evil is a sophisticated,
The only guide with fishing information for every public lake and stream in the state, home to more than 800,000 anglers. Brand-new, this book covers the state—region by region—from the s
The name ?Curcione” is synonymous with professional saltwater fly fishing. Through the salt scene of the 1980s and 1990s, Nick Curcione developed and wrote about flies and methods that changed the way
The infamous Sonny Barger once declared that the Hells Angels would never be infiltrated. Running with the Devil chronicles the story of the ATF sting and the two undercover agents who risked their l
With colorful, concise, and easy-to-follow illustrations, The L.L. Bean Fly-Fishing Handbook offers a fun introduction to the sport. This friendly volume coaches readers on the basics of fly-casting a
Here in a single, compact handbook are all the rules for the myriad forms of pocket billiards. Billiards: The Official Rules and Records Book is complete with detailed instructions on how to play ever
Spanning time and technique, THE ART OF THE WESTERN SADDLE is a celebration and visual feast of the graceful artistry of the western saddler and his craft. Filled with detailed photographs and illust
THE ORVIS ULTIMATE BOOK OF FLY FISHING is a grand tour of the world of fly-fishing strategies and techniques, from Orvis's world-famous team of experts and advisors. In large format with rich and hel
In these fine essays, Tom Davis writes brilliantly and with poignance about gun dogs and gamebirds; about the prairies, fields, and woodlands where they meet; about the delights of upland bird huntin
There are plenty of books on taxidermy, but none covers small game with the learning and depth of THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO SMALL GAME TAXIDERMY. Drawing on generations of experience, the author covers a
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO BIRD DOG TRAINING explains how to train a bird dog to hunt at a pace that suits a man walking, and to point and hold birds with all the elegance and style of a field trial champ
With a new introduction by the author.The true, absorbing and sometimes frightening documentary of the world's most successful narcotics investigation, The French Connection is one of the most fascin
This beautiful two-color journal presents all wine lovers, from the novice to the expert, with an easy way to make wine drinking more rewarding and enjoyable.
This essential book on fly tying will teach anyone how to tie flies. All the important techniques are illustrated with color photographs, from starting the thread on the hook to whip finishing. The bo
Ernie Coleman survived the worst open-sea defeat in US Navy history. But he paid a price and buried the horrific memories for decades.Like Mitch Albom’s successful Tuesdays with Morrie, 22 Minut
Since the American Civil War, scores of African Americans have served with great distinction. Through thousands of historical accounts, photographs, and documentary evidence, Robert Jefferson provides
The history of mountaineering began on Denali with the legendary story of three gold miners (called “Sourdoughs” because they carried sourdough starter with them at all times) who claimed
With previously unpublished material and unique memories from friends and relatives who have known Queen Elizabeth II since childhood, Princess looks afresh and in richer depth at her early life.
Backyard Treehouses is an inspirational how-to book for those who want to build their own treehouses while minimizing the impact on their trees. It’s designed for do-it-yourself builders with li
Great American Shipwreck Stories is a magnificent collection of gripping accounts of a ship's encounter with a great whale or an overwhelming monsoon or a disastrous passage through the Straits of
For everyone, whether familiar with the outdoors or not, there may come a time when you will need to know how to stay alive in the backcountry. Author Bradford Angier and editor Maryann Karinch set th
