Amphibians are among the most globally endangered groups of vertebrates with more than one-third of species being assessed as declining or threatened. Often, amphibian declines can be attributed to a
A collection of over thirty famous and familiar stories from some of the greatest writers in the English language including Mark Twain, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Thomas Hardy, James Joyce and many more! St
The book explores the myriad questions on the military experience of South Asia, hoping to construct a picture of how men, animals, and equipment were used on South Asian battlefields from the end of
This book is the only one of its kind that covers the federal statutes and the laws of the 50 states and the District of Columbia. It identifies common principles and then translates those into unders
Be captivated by the beauty of an amazing variety of lotus flowers in this elegant book by Dr Teoh Eng Soon, that combines photography and Chinese classical poetry. The book features a Foreword writte
An exploration of authentic Chilean cooking with its fusion of indigenous foods such as potatoes, corn and quinoa with the cuisine of the Spanish conquistadores.
"Have you ever wondered why pine trees stay green all winter long and don't lose their leaves like other trees? According to an ancient legend attributed to the Cherokee Indians, it was a simple act o
Mohammad Nor Khalid, far better known as Lat, is Malaysia’s top cartoonist. In Lat: My Life and Cartoons he tells for the first time the story of his life. From his childhood in the idyllic village at
A fun and informative introduction to bugs for 5 to 8 year olds, with all kinds of fascinating facts presented in a humorous question and answer format.
A fun and informative introduction to wild animals and how they adapt to their environment, for 5 to 8 year olds, with all kinds of fascinating facts presented in a humorous question and answer format
Policy analysts, academics, journalists, and even politicians lament the influence of money on politics. But in the political economy, politicians often carefully design regulations so that two very d
Acclaimed sporting writer Michael McIntosh calls this classic book, perhaps his most well known, "a celebration of the gun." It captures the gun as a complex, fascinating combination of form and funct
One night, when Kupe is helping his father fish from their canoe, he sees little bubbles coming from the bottom of the ocean. He collects some to take home, and his mother suggests he visit the Atitia
Benjamin Franklin was concerned with making the sometimes bitter pill of truth about the human condition easier to swallow. In The Way to Wealth, Franklin refines his maxims and homilies in order to m
Whatever your choice of drawing and painting medium - oil, acrylic, gouache, water paints, pencil, charcoal or pastels - this practical and comprehensive book offers budding artists the chance to take
This beautifully illustrated children's collection is simply brimming with fun for little ones - and larger ones, too - with everything from tickling rhymes to sequencing games.
This fascinating book shows how numbers and their various attributes and vibrational energies can be used for character analysis and prediction, and help shape our lives and destiny.
A lively, visual introduction to first words for very young children features colorful, busy spreads depicting a child's room, a garden, a park and other familiar areas complemented by vocabulary-bols
Maps of Malaya and Borneo: Discovery, Statehood and Progress showcases the extensive map collections of His Royal Highness Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, Sultan of Selangor, and Richard Curtis. The co
From the modern restaurants of Beijing to the home kitchens of Heilongjiang, Jilin, Liaoning, Hebei, Dhanxi and Shandong, this expert book presents traditional Mandarin cuisine and the foods of the no
Friendship bracelets are a symbol of companionship, and make brilliant gifts for friends and family - here are all kinds of ideas for bracelets as well as a dozen other great projects to make with thr
A lively book that introduces basic literacy and numeracy skills to young children, with the help of 2500 irresistible photographs of animals, toys and lots of kids doing and playing.
Learn about the incredible world beneath your feet - igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary rocks, precious metals and beautiful crystals. Fascinating facts are accompanied by practical step-by-step pro
The greatest reduction in mass poverty in human history has occurred during the current era of globalization. The world’s poor are now catching up with the rich at a rapid pace in terms of human well-
There is something for everyone in this classic collection of stories and verse, just the right length for bedtime reading; here you will find the best-loved tales and characters plus many new ones, a
Whether you’re an experienced gardener or a complete beginner, these two authoritative reference books contain everything you need to know about planning, planting and maintaining your garden, and cho
Hippo and Monkey are best friends. Little things start to bother them about each other. Can they find ways to accept each other as they are? The story reminds us to be thoughtful and forgiving. Banana
Find a pancake for every taste and occasion in this charming collection of 20 enticing recipes from all over the world. There are all the classic pancakes such as pancakes with bacon and syrup, latkes
