Seventy-seven home-style shrimp recipes are interspersed with historical, biological, and food preparation advice. From an inside look at the seafood industry in Louisiana, past and present, to techni
Featuring homes such as the beautiful Merieult House in the French Quarter and Oaklawn Manor near Bayou Teche, this comprehensive guide highlights the finest plantation homes in all regions of the sta
A compilation of recipes from local residents, media, restaurants specializing in Southwestern cuisine, and the author herself, this cookbook captures the best of San Antonio's unique Tex-Mex flavor.
This book profiles ten Texas outlaws from the Civil War era to 1935. Sam Bass, Marshal Ratliff (the Santa Claus robber), and Clyde Barrow are among the deadly Texans included.
With a true journalistic tone, Keith delivers an unparalleled account of the murder of Louisiana's political advertiser Jim Leslie and the case against Shreveport's corrupt police commissioner George
McKenney, a retired infantry officer and noted author, tells the story of legendary Civil War sniper Jack Hinson; a wealthy plantation owner who remained neutral until Union troops murdered his two so
This presentation of the priorities for followers of Jesus Christ describes what is of greatest importance for living a faithful and Christian life. Designed to acquaint the reader with the central te
Award-winning author of "Brownies to Die For!", Bev Shaffer dishes up another delicious cookbook, this time perfecting the art of the cookie. From cookie basics and troubleshooting t
A guide to the unique tastes of New Orleans' world-renowned gumbos and soups. GOURMET MAGAZINE'S FEBRUARY 2009 COOKBOOK CLUB SELECTION. FEATURED ALTERNATE FOR THE GOOD COOKi?? BOOK CLUB. Award-winning
Rea, a freelance writer and Irish expatriate, has written about his discovery of a unique pub soccer team in New Orleans and the team's subsequent experiences during Hurricane Katrina. The author writ
A freshly baked cornbread boy escapes when he is taken out of the oven and eludes a number of hungry animals--as well as having a spicy encounter with an alligator--in this Cajun version of the Ginger
When St. Patrick has driven all but one crafty snake out of Ireland, the mice--Ryan, Brian, and Tulla--devise a risky plan of their own to outwit the wily reptile.
The 14 delicately-planned acres at Houston's Bayou Bend Gardens, the El Paso Desert Botanical Gardens, and the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center in Austin are among the 33 public gardens attractivel
Although Clovis Crawfish and his bayou friends are afraid of the large, insect-devouring mantis that invades their home, they earn her gratitude by rescuing her when she gets stuck in the mud
i??One book, in fact the only one we know of, where you can enjoy the best of the year in one place.i?? i??Hollywood Inside Syndicate. A plummeting global economy, a worldwide energy crisis, and the h
Designed as a guide for locals, new residents, and travelers seeking encounters with apparitions from the unique history of Seattle, this book will enable paranormal adventurers to see beyond the surf
In this interactive story, Captain Dare takes kids ages five to eight on a treasure hunt through an imaginary jungle to a pirate cave. Parents and teachers will be pleased to learn that the loot they
James Stephen Hogg, the nineteenth-century Texas governor and exotic animal collector, puts his daughter, Ima, in charge of her troublesome younger brother who likes to "bother the buffaloes, outrage
A festive array of eleven holiday stories evokes the Christmas traditions, customs, and celebrations of the South in works by some of the region's top authors, including Olympia Vernon, Elizabeth Spen
Adapted from a traditional song, a lively, rhyming picture book describes a variety of classic Louisiana culinary delights, including red beans, baguettes, file gumbo, and alligator stew, in a volume
In this comprehensive guide to mastering everything from professional relationships and correspondence to luncheons and international business, the author demonstrates that interpersonal skills are a
A rhyming alphabet book which introduces different topics in the history and lore of Scotland, beginning with each letter of the alphabet, from St. Andrew's Day to Zetland.
Contributed by some of the Big Easy's famed restaurants and chefs, a compilation of classic hors d'oeuvres and appetizers features such classic recipes as Antoine's Crabmeat Imperial, Cochon's Waterme
Leading golf architects from 15 countries present their ideas, providing a much-needed international assessment of the principles and practices of golf architecture. Ingenuity, imagination, and freedo
This guide lists approximately 150 bed and breakfast locations in Ireland, organized by county. Each was visited by the authors, and are rated by friendliness, cleanliness, and value, and include pric
Eager for a day off from school, Ruthie invents a song and dance in hopes of bringing about a big snowfall, and soon the entire school is dancing with her.
More than just a cookbook, this informative guide to food-preservation techniques discusses methods such as fermentation, curing, pickling, and canning, along with related information from allied fiel
In New Orleans, it's often been said that people don't eat to live; they live to eat. Famous for its culinary delights and the pride it takes in its diverse cooking heritage, this is a city of food an
Features the restaurants and cuisine of Charleston, South Carolina, through some of its innovative desserts such as roasted plum cobbler, red velvet bread pudding, and smoked honey vanilla ice cream.
In June 1948, Joseph Stalin stopped all road and rail traffic coming into and out of the Allied sector of Berlin. He simultaneously cut off all electricity to the city, leaving only a 20-mile-wide sec
The most comprehensive history of Clan Donald, originally published in three volumes between 1896 and 1904. Somerled founded Clan Donald over 800 years ago. This largest of clans consolidated its powe
This collection of landscape paintings by plein air artist Phil Sandusky illustrates New Orleans before and after Hurricane Katrina. Shown in the volume are color reproductions of 76 of his paintings,
