The newest title in the Stories of our Past series tells the tale of the Brier Island boy who went to sea at sixteen and never looked back. The first person to circumnavigate the globe alone, Captain
Introduce your child to French from an early age by exposure to commonly used words and phrases and attractive pictures. This accessible and lively first French book makes learning easy and fun. Each
Roosevelt's all-time classic, African Game Trails is the second book in Boone and Crockett Club's series of digitally remastered hunting adventures. Relive Roosvelt's account of his African wanderings
The intertwined fates of three young people in the golden age of piracy. Three years have passed in Puerto Blanco, and there has been no news of the Barracuda. Emilio, still passing himself off as a w
Roses are one of the world's best-loved flowers and miniature varieties offer great versatility; this expert practical guide to gardening includes a visual directory of recommended plants.
A fully illustrated guide to the essential ingredients for good health, with facts about the powers of health-giving foods and their healing uses, as well as 100 appetizing vegetarian recipes.
An irresistible collection for the curry lover, with an exciting mixture of classic and modern recipes. Everything you need for a red-hot family meal, a spicy and fiery supper, or a sizzling and spect
Chillies are used all over the world in many different cuisines to add piquancy and interest to the simplest of dishes - whether mild and subtle, or mouth-searingly hot. This is a guide to the varieti
Features more than 150 delicious recipes starring the simple, but versatile egg, with information on different types and varieties to try and tips and techniques for cooking them perfectly every time
Features healthy recipes and inspiring ideas to make unique, delicious salads used as sides, main courses and even desserts, using sweet and savory ingredients including vegetables, fruits, meats and
Features more than 30 recipes for making delicious fruity jams and jellies as well as pickles and chutneys using a variety of ingredients including strawberries, rose petals, bramble, mangoes and must
A fully-illustrated history of the Jewish faith from the time of Abraham and the 12 tribes thorough the destruction of the Temple in Jerusalem to the Diaspora and the Golden Age of Spain.
Mr. Campion’s final adventure points (like so many good mysteries) to the past, as first an archeologist is murdered and then a geologist disappears. The latter has a motley crew of friends, all ham-h
From small grasses to larger rushes and bamboos, here is expert practical advice on growing grasses from seed, dividing, maintenance, planting, containers, and drying and arranging.
The fascinating art of felt-work is celebrated in designs and inspirational projects for wonderful hats, slippers, blankets and accessories of all kinds.
A selection of true-life dramas chronicles the perils and misfortunes faced by deep-sea sailing ships of the late-19th and early 20th centuries, illuminating the routine dangers of period shipboard wo
Join early Boone and Crockett Club members William T. Hornaday and John M. Phillips as they travel through the mountains in British Columbia by horseback on an expedition to collect museum specimens a
When puppies get together, there's sure to be some mischief - and fun! These twelve puppy-dog tales introduce some of the fine, upstanding citizens of Houndsville and one or two rascals as well. If yo
Wonderful soups can provide a warm and welcoming meal in just one bowl, whether you are looking for a light supper or lunch, or a hearty, comforting main course.
Whether you want to spend 10, 20 or 30 minutes in the kitchen, simply pick one of these 200 easy recipes to fit the time available. Speedy techniques and versatile basic recipes - all shown step-by-st
In this charmingly illustrated collection, twelve members of one rabbit family tell different stories that will make your ears wiggle, and if you look carefully you might uncover a carrot or two conce
Mudville Madness is for baseball fans who seek something beyond the standard boxscores—something new or rarely encountered. This book is a jaunt into the realm of the extraordinary and (at times) outr
This report describes New Leaders, a nonprofit dedicated to preparing principals to lead schools to greater achievement, the implementation of its program, and the program’s effect on student achievem
Architectural historian Christopher Glass and renowned architectural photographer Brian Vanden Brink bring their well-honed skills to bear on celebrating historic Maine homes, both public and private.
Though the term Electronic Age might harken back to a time that makes the Jetson’s seemed futuristic, there is no doubt that this millennium is anything but. New developments and platforms present the
Young Lone Bull dreamed of becoming a warrior. For the tribes of the American plains in the Buffalo Days of pre-reservation life, horse raiding was a chance for men to show their courage and bravery i
The Common Core State Standards are now a reality in most states in the US, and educators are grappling with the implications. This fifth handbook in the Getting Ready for the Common Core Series will
Among Ted Warner’s many notable accomplishments, perhaps the most important has been the opportunity to mentor a substantial number of exceptionally talented men and women on various aspects of U.S. a
Examines the relative scarcity of minorities and women among senior leaders (i.e., colonel and above) in the uniformed Air Force, with the goal of identifying contributing factors and potential policy
This report examines mechanisms, sources, and inter-Service agreements for funding special operations forces (SOF) operations and provides recommendations to reduce the frequency and duration of dispu
In July 2012, the City of Santa Monica Human Services Division and the Santa Monica–Malibu Unified School District contracted with the RAND Corporation to conduct an assessment of child care programs
RAND researchers analyzed partnership models that could help implement recent policy guidance to strengthen security sector assistance and promote reform in the Middle East and North Africa.
