These days, more people than everwant to eat green and local, but tight schedules and even tighter budgets can makethis seem like an unattainable goal.The Locavore’s Handbook
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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
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
?A landmark.?[American Taste]?encompasses an admirable range of thoughts on food ranging from fried chicken and barbecues to Bourbon to game and caviar.?A banquet for your library.”?Craig Claiborne??A
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
By Carmine Appice, legendary drummer with Vanilla Fudge?Knack?Drums for Everyone is a self-instruction book for beginners to intermediates, fully illustrated with 350 full-color photographs and more t
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
Designed for visual learners, each book offers a quick-reading, picture-driven approach to a topic that includes at least three hundred color photos, clear instructions, and a chapter of useful Web si
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
Mexican cuisine has become a staple of American restaurant culture—and this book brings it home. With 100 step-by-step main recipes and more than 250 variations, and 350 full-color photographs,
Packed with 375 full-color photographs of care essentials, emotions, and stages of growth (12–36 months), it gives busy parents a visually-driven reference filled with general advice, parenting
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
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
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
Charles Faddis, co-author of Operation Hotel California, offers gritty, hair-raising stories about the CIA, which has devolved into a giant bureaucracy of ass-coverers and careerists – not the
A practical guide for use in various terrains describes and illustrates the tracks of hundreds of animals, from dinosaurs and birds to insects and mammals.
A classic about real-life WWII espionage,?as conducted by its modern master?*?A Man Called Intrepid is the classic true story of Sir William Stephenson (codenamed Intrepid) and the spy network he foun
A compendium of advice on how to live off the grid and by one's own means covers an array of topics, from how to build a greenhouse and stock a shelter in anticipation of a nuclear attack to administe
Presents 100 main recipes plus 250 variations for entertaining, everyday meals, and desserts, from contemporary flavors to ethnic recipes to hearty classics, this book contains delicious, healthy, com
Incredible true tales from a world-renowned safari guide and celebrated author *Romantic notions aside, being a safari guide isn’t always particularly enjoyable or glamorous. Quite
A registered Maine hunting guide distills twenty-five years of turkey hunting know-how, sharing the insider tips and techniques he gives his clients, including knowing the quarry, anticipating its mov
Coauthored by an ob/gyn and a noted pregnancy and childbirth expert, Knack Pregnancy Guideis the most reader-friendly, visually informative book ever on the subject. Encompassing all vital preg
Organized according to baby's age, a comprehensive perspective on the first year of an infant's life covers the practical "how-tos" and provides ways to promote a baby's growth and development.
Knack American Sign Language combines 400 full-color photos and topic-specific information in a step-by-step layout, it covers everything from letters and numbers to the nuances of sign-languag
Addressing different levels of soccer coaching, both by age and by league, a quick reference presents plans, exercises, strategies, and tips to help parent- or counselor-coaches avoid embarrassment, h
Covering both home programs and gym routines, an easy-to-follow weight training guide combines photos of exercises with anatomical illustrations depicting where muscles are, how they work, and why str
Carina MacDonald’s fun, upbeat presentation ranges from the basics of choosing and gettinga dog to a wonderfully complete, visually organizedtreasure-trove of tips on training one&#
With a gear-buying guide and hundreds of color photos, this is the clearest, most accessible instructional guide available?for paddling on ponds, lakes, rivers, or oceans.
A collection of letters--filled with advice on leadership, goal achievement, public service, and life journeys--to youths from many of the world’s most influential leaders, including four U.S.
For anyone about to embark on the next phase of life, Here We Stand is a unique and inspiring collection of more than 600 quotes drawn from commencement speeches past and recent—by a whole range of ve
The world of golf is rife with unexplainable happenings that seemingly defy the rules of gravity and logic: There are those badly hit shots last seen disappearing into a grove of trees, only to be red
