Lindey surveys and compares the art of the Soviet Union with the art of the nations of the West during the Cold War. She chooses the time-span within that period, 1945 to 1962, that points to a parado
The Captains' Guide to Liferaft Survival contains everything a castaway needs to know to survive in a liferaft and get rescued as quickly as possible. Filled with useful experience from the author's 2
One Hand for Yourself, One for the Ship is a course on single-handed sailing by the man most qualified to give it. It is a highly personal perspective on both the science and art of this ultimate cha
Examines the methods of the world's most legendary trader, W.D. Gann. Puts Gann's work in clear, understandable terms. Presents a logical, easy-to-use method of trading. After reading this book, you
"His ability scrupulously to evoke the landscapes and the peoples of the Highlands, his blending together of myth and reality and his wide-ranging imagination make Neil Gunn the most important Scottis
Everything you can make in a fondue pot is found in this book, including cheese fondues, hot dips, meat fondues and confections. Ethnic variations and unique ideas augment the classics.
The recent introduction of agricultural options has created an exciting new opportunity to make spectacular profits at a low fixed risk. George Angell shows how to master these new instruments to earn
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
For millions of people, summer in St. Louis means only one thing: Cardinals baseball. Steeped in tradition, the Redbirds have been a part of St. Louis since 1893. Now Redbirds Revisited reacquaints Ca
Assesses the risks of the Army's biological warfare program, discusses uses of germ warfare in Afghanistan by the Soviet Union, and examines the ethics of such weapons.
The Angler’s Guide to Bass Patterns s is a reference source for all anglers, regardless of where they live or their skill level. The book examines the most effective combinations of lures, methods and
Between 1946 and 1958, the United States conducted some 66 nuclear bomb tests in the Marshall Islands. Day of Two Suns is a shocking and timely study of the story of a displaced people contaminated by
Unlike liturgical manuals that are intended specifically for the use of parish clergy, The Ceremonies of the Eucharist is for everyone who bears responsibility for the planning and conduct of public w
The story of a great writer’s marriage, a deeply disturbing account of Gide’s feelings toward his beloved and long-suffering wife. “Ranks among the masterpieces of Gide’s vibrating prose.”—New York Ti
This practical handbook explains eight constitutional principles and applies them to real-world planning situations. These statements of principles reflect consensus opinions, but the book also discus
Comparing the workings and effects of slavery in two New World colonies--Virginia and Cuba--Mr. Klein dramatically confirms institutional differences in Latin American and North American slavery.
The Mexican garden is a serene oasis that displays a diversity and ingenuity that is truly astonishing. Mexico’s temperate climate, conducive to outdoor living, combined with its Indian and Spanish he
In this perspective, influential study of the Progressive movement, Mr. Wiebe shows how businessmen helped to shape--and were shaped by--social reform in the early years of the 20th century.
Contributors present a history of the art of biography and a case-by-case analysis of some of the great literary biographies, among them: Johnson's Life of Savage (1744), Boswell's Life of Johnson (17
Advanced Contemplation takes the high road, a direct route to the deepest mystical states-yielding permanent results of a metaphysical, transpersonal, and universal nature. The Peace Within You is an
In this survey, Reynolds (formerly curator at the Victoria and Albert Museum) discusses the paintings of some 100 artists, including such well-known watercolorists as Cozens, Girtin, Cotman, and De Wi
Nearly everyone has brief moments of exalting contact with his or her own divine Soul: this book shows how to make the most of those moments; how to recognize, develop, test, and follow through on int
Mexican-Americans of today are richly nourished by the folkways of three cultures Indian, Spanish, and Mexican. This comprehensive look at the Mexican-American world includes proverbs, riddles, and fo
"This is a strong, scholarly, historical account of the cowboy era. The use of photographs, song lyrics, and authentic recollections help make it a convincing portrait."–Kirkus Revie
In this book, the author believes that planners should place a higher priority on winning and be less willing to accept ineffective roles. The objective of this book is to help planners learn from the
Volume 10 of The Notebooks of Paul Brunton, this book emphasizes the need of both East and West to learn from one another and contribute creatively to a new world-culture.
Now you can improve your total fitness by incorporating strength training into your regular fitness program. This book covers all the concepts of strength training better than any book I have read. An
