Zane and Romer Grey fished for the giants of the sea and lived to tell about it. Romer's tales of fishing with his brother for broadbill, swordfish, marlin, shark, and tuna are as exciting and amazing
A delightful exploration and comparison of camping today and long ago brings to life the clever methods of Native Americans and oldtime woodsmen employed in the interest of keeping dry and warm, makin
Reviews bases, information, sources, and techniques for understanding, developing, and using the faculty of extrasensory perception and paranormal abilities
Schaefer (a journalist) describes his sea voyage and his stay in Cuba, tracking down Hemingway's old haunts in and around Havana. He considers the island's literary past and its political present, and
Describes the forest environment and the different types of plants and animals that live there, and discusses woodland products, the risks of deforestation, and conservation efforts.
Swaine, Rand Center for Asia-Pacific Policy, analyzes ancient and modern Chinese history and statecraft, current Chinese security policy, and the structure and logic of international power relations t
Provides advice on using the Internet for job hunting, and recommends Web sites to assess one's career plans, prepare and post resumaes and cover letters, learn about jobs and employers, and prepare f
Describes the tools and techniques used to gather clams, oysters, mussels, and scallops, shares recipes, and presents information about the characteristics and behavior of mollusks
This is a book about hope. Even though sages and seers of ancient and modern times, such as Nostradamus, Edgar Cayce and Mother Mary, have prophesied world war, pestilence, plague and even planetary c
A brief and enlightening exploration of Spinoza's life and ideas, presented in entertaining and accessible fashion. A highly refined appraisal of the philosopher and his work, authoritative and clea
Fast-moving and brisk, and filled with wit, humor, and gaiety, the sheer fun of the Barber assures its immortality. Mr. Sahlins's deft adaptation of a superbly constructed plot, and his attention to l
Refreshing spiritual teaching on conception, pregnancy and childbirth. Learn about the journey of the soul and the intimate connection between parent and child during pregnancy and even before concept
Lillian Morrison has gathered best-loved food rhymes, tossed in some long-forgotten gems, and created a delightful feast of sayings and chants for young and old alike. Nancy Dunaway's pen-and-ink illu
Packed with maps and information on 87 state and national parks, lakes, beaches, forest, and recreation areas. For quick and easy access, this guide divides Southern California into three regions so y
The Denver Broncos quarterback, known for his come-from-behind victories, shares his triumphs and tribulations and offers advice on performing under pressure, winning and losing, and having a sense of
Describes free attractions and events in and around London, with addresses, phone numbers, hours, and the nearest Underground stations and bus routes for each entry
The authors relate current arguments to traditional ideas of republicanism and democracy and compare them with the Revolution, Civil War, and civil rights and suffrage movements.
Over 80 fine reproductions 16 in color from medieval manuscripts illustrate a wide range of trades in agriculture and husbandry, trade and commerce, industry and crafts, and such professions as schola
Domestic programs and foreign policies—and the man himself—explored in almost a hundred articles and essays, with expert commentary. “Paul Boyer has caught the essence of the pros and cons of Reagan a
A black and white presentation of sacred art and statuary, along with an introduction to its meaning. This book includes 40 pages of black and white photographs and descriptions of fine Tibetan statue
Author H.A. Dorfman brings his years of expertise as instructor/counselor with the A's, Marlins, and Devil Rays to provide an easy-to-use, A-to-Z handbook which will give insight and instruction on ho
Small Time Operator is one of the most popular business start-up guides ever. In clear, easy-to-understand language, the author covers:Getting permits and licensesHow to finance a businessCreating and
After suffering one of the cruelest cuts in NFL history by a team where he spent his entire professional career, quarterback Peyton Manning put his injured neck and sterling reputation on the line wit
Being British: Our Once & Future Selves is a journey into British culture and identity today, outlining a welcome new story for ourselves in these times of lack of belonging. It's a book for the l
Wearing a baby, in a sling or other carrier, has proven practical and emotional benefits for both babies and their parents.Why Babywearing Matters explains the philosophy of babywearing, along with th
Parenting at night is as important as parenting during daylight hours, and yet when our children wake up at night we often label this a sleep 'problem'.Why Your Baby's Sleep Matters is a comprehensive
Heather Forest’s artful prose and keen curatorial selection brings an array of ancient tales of adventure, quest and heroics to life for modern readers. This multicultural anthology presents pivotal e
Israeli kravmaga is the official self-defense system of the Israel Defense Forces.This book isdesigned for security-conscious civilians, law enforcement officers, militarypersonnel, and security profe
From planning to binding, learn the right way to do patchwork with best-selling authors from Piece O’ Cake Designs. Before they taught applique, Linda Jenkins and Becky Goldsmith shared a love of patc
Out and About: The LGBT Experience in the Legal Professionis a compilation of stories about the experiences of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender attorneys, academics, and jurists in the professi
