American history has always been interwoven with developments in firearms technology and so is peppered with legendary guns. At the birth of the nation, Americans armed themselves with state-of-the-ar
A Poignant and Inspiring Story of a Family Whose Child Emerges from Autism.Unlocked begins with a vivid depiction of the author’s life with her autistic son, Ben. Feelings of isolation, self-hate, and
The Autism Job Club is a groundbreaking book for bringing adults with autism and other neuro-diverse conditions into the work world.The book has its basis in the autism job club that the authors have
A history of gladiators—with an added bite!The Gladiators is a comprehensive survey of arena sports in ancient Rome, focusing upon gladiatorial combat and the beast-hunts (venationes). While numerous
What are you hungry for? The Hungry Love Cookbook: 30 Steamy, Scintillating Stories; 100 Titillating, Mouthwatering Recipes is a collection of romantic parody vignettes interwoven with luscious recipe
Oftentimes, the so-called diseases of affluence, like diabetes or high blood pressure, are due to improper diet as you age. By eating food with fewer carbohydrates and more fat, you can maintain a nor
Mumbled voices in an empty attic, heavy footsteps on the stairs when all in the house are asleep, darting shadows across a darkened room . . .It should come as no surprise that with the dawn of the Di
A fascinating exploration of early to mid-twentieth-century politics as seen through the eyes of a Roosevelt technocrat.History seems to repeat itself. With ongoing wars abroad and the collapse of fin
First published in 1993, The Ultimate Cigar Book has become a classic in its field, and is generally credited with having helped launch the current cigar smoking craze. It has been reprinted numerous
A beautiful, colorful guide to bringing the style of Nantucket Island to your home.There is something essentially charming about a simple cottage surrounded by a fence covered with roses. More than 1,
It was a summer of love, and a summer of secrets.She has built a good life: a husband who adores her, a daughter she is fiercely proud of, a home with warmth and love at its heart. But things were not
Fly-Casting Finesse reveals expert John L. Field’s secrets of fly-casting based on modern observation, Field’s experience as an angler and casting teacher, and his collaboration with international mem
Presents a comprehensive guide to baking bread, with recipes for different types of bread and discussions on baking techniques, ingredients, equipment, kneading, shaping, and cooling.
As America’s longest wars end, hundreds of thousands of veterans and their families struggle with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The Wounds Within follows the iconic case of Marine Lance Corpo
The classic guide to self-sufficiency, with more than 200,000 copies sold—now fully updated!Anyone who wants to learn basic living skills—the kind employed by our forefathers—and adapt them for a bett
A landmark in the fight against the death penalty. Extensively researched and brilliantly written.” Martin Garbus, criminal defense attorneyIn January 2000, Illinois Governor George H. Ryan declared a
A thorough resource on handloading at home, Shooter’s Bible Guide to Handloading provides detailed information about the history of handloading and key figures’ innovations, a simple explanation of ha
The ultimate LEGO weapon construction book and design guide, LEGO Superhero Gadgets features building instructions for twelve, fully functional LEGO masterpieces including the monstrous, twenty-seven-
At all costs avoid blame.” Such is the creed of dictators and politicians, tycoons and company chairmen, media celebrities, and spin doctors the world over. But what about men at war, where the penalt
A compelling new account of history's most famous pirate.The Pirate King is the compelling true story of a Welshman who became one of the most ruthless and brutal buccaneers of the golden age of pirac
Slow food, in the form of slow cooking and old-fashioned home cooking, has become really hot. Rich stews, roasts, soups, and stocks are now simmering in many kitchens. A stew cooked slowly over low he
What happens when you swap the nine-to-five for two wheels and a journey of a lifetime?Terrified of the prospect of a life spent behind a desk, without challenge or excitement, Leon takes off to cross
"The landscape of childhood has changed. And as parents, teachers, and caregivers are continually challenged to meet the increasing needs of food-allergic children . . . Heather Fraser sheds
A Complete Guide to Baking, Carpentry, Crafts, Organic Gardening, Preserving Your Harvest, Raising Animals, and More!The inspiring guide to back to basics living, now fully updated!Now, more than ever
Aromatherapy has successfully infiltrated our world. The flowers are speaking and we are listening. Innocuously, most people have a bottle of lavender, peppermint, or even oregano tucked away in the b
To stroll the streets of Cubato hear the rumbling engines of its 1950s automobiles, the jazz, and the rumbais to travel back in time, to see jaw-dropping natural beauty and the artists, musicians, and
A unique manual to raising a child?for parents everywhere?using the metaphor of dance to provide expert, comforting advice.Having children and raising a family should be the greatest joy in one’s life
This is the riveting and extraordinary story of Kapitan Herbert Cleff, presented here for the first time by Brian Brinkworth. Cleff, an Officer on the staff of General Wilhelm Ritter von Thoma, attach
A fresh account of some of history's greatest warriors.The Vikings had an extraordinary and far-reaching historical impact. From the eighth to the eleventh centuries, they ranged across Europeraiding,
There is something beautiful and nostalgic about wooden boats. These exquisite, polished works of art give us a glimpse into the past, a time when technology wasn’t so advanced, a time when everything
Summertime brings many things: warm weather, vacations, sandy beachesand barbecues. It might seem impossible to plan a menu of healthy food for the backyard cookout or a picnic. But grilled meats and
In the tradition of the bestselling Shooter’s Bible, Skyhorse Publishing presents theFisherman’s Bible, the most complete reference guide for new fishing equipment and its specifications. Anglers will
Unique and inspiring examples of how wood has been used to build homes around the world.While wood has been used in construction for thousands of years, researchers are still developing innovative sys
As the spice maker’s cabinet is full of many herbs, so should a scholar be full of Scripture, Talmud, and Legendan ancient Jewish proverbThis reference to legendor the teaching tales used by the sages
Features a new foreword by the author and a heartfelt endorsement of the book and its mission by Washington State's First Lady, Trudi Inslee!Once a happily married businessman, avid golfer, and the pr
Award-winning travel journalist Peter Guttman sets sail and embarks on a rollicking journey across the high seas aboard a colorful variety of craft while exploring dramatic coastal landscapes, exotic
Staring in the face of prostate cancer at age thirty-five and metastatic disease and proposed surgical castration at age forty, Paul Steinberg was forced to take two simultaneous journeys. The first w
A member of the “Big Three” of the golden era of golf discusses what it takes to excel and succeed in high-pressure situations and offers advice that can be used on the playing field, in the boardroom
""You have cancer" are three of the most terrifying words a person can hear, and our culture does little to ease the fear. New Beginnings: The Triumphs of 120 Cancer Survivors follows one hundred surv
If there's an adventure to be had, it's likely that David Hempleman-Adams has been there first.Ranking alongside Ranulph Fiennes and Chris Bonnington in the pantheon of British explorers, David Hemple
