Photos of retired American military aircraft, emphasizing their nose artIncludes fighters, bombers, tankers, and transports, such as the B-2, B-17, F-16, C-130, and moreFeatures aircraft from World Wa
An extensive and fascinating history of the sporting lodge that also identifies and details buildings that are still in use todayDetails how sportsmen and their families traveled and includes a reenac
An introduction to the traditional Turkish needlecraft of OyaClear, step-by-step instructions for making more than 25 needle lace flowers: daffodils, daisies, roses, lilies, chrysanthemums, poinsettia
Updated in full color with the latest infoEnhanced with video QR codes--ink to video segments teaching basic techniquesAll the basics--on gear, lines, leaders and knots, and castingCovers both freshwa
Fresh look at D-Day, one of World War II's pivotal battles, in time for its 70th anniversary in June 2014Explains why the U.S. Army suffered enormous casualties on Omaha BeachFocuses on Erwin Rommel,
Planning and outfitting, including what you'll need on the water and in camp for long or short tripsUsing lines, basic strokes, basic maneuvers, and drills, rigging, loading and unloading, carrying an
"A rare account of the gallant but doomed 1944 Warsaw Uprising." --Military History MonthlyA tragic yet inspiring first-person account of the uprising of Polish fighters against their Nazi occupiers d
Comprehensive coverage of World War I's Western FrontBreaks down the battles that took place in France and Belgium from 1914 to 1918 in trenches and fields, on muddy river plains, and against fortsCov
Novel by the flamboyant Kingfish, one of Franklin Roosevelt's political rivals during the Great DepressionRollicking, lavishly illustrated fantasy outlining how Long would enact his "Share the Wealth"
A guide to 45 great day hikes and overnight backpacking trips on the Appalachian Trail in Virginia and West Virginia Includes elevation profiles, topographic maps, itineraries, and full descriptions o
"Unique, gorgeous, and highly recommended." --Midwest Book ReviewWildlife biologist Victor Van Ballenberghe gives insights into the species, their habitat, and predatorsIntimate stories about the moos
Story of J. R. "Model-T" Tate's thru-hike of the Appalachian TrailRecollections of grueling climbs, knee-wrecking descents, mountaintop thunderstorms, snakes underfoot, and the myriad characters encou
Three-time thru-hiker J. R. Tate explores the traditions and lore of the Appalachian Trail:The thru-hiker who began his hike by parachuting onto Springer MountainThe trail town that sentenced an eleph
Everything you need to know to get started: choosing quality tools, understanding the structure of letters, and learning the basic strokesIncludes alphabets, from classic Roman letters, to the intrica
The first comprehensive look at fly fishing across the Great LakesWarmwater fish, including smallmouth bass, carp, and northern pikeColdwater fish, including lake trout, brook trout, and Atlantic salm
Tips and advice for creating a bird-friendly yardIdentifies foods, plants, and landscaping features that birds find attractiveExamines how bird behaviors and needs change throughout the yearHundreds o
More than 100 of the best, most spine-tingling accounts of ghosts from the Buckeye State, including . . . The ghost-infested Franklin CastleMoonville Tunnel's spectral brakemanThe state's urban legend
Revised and expanded, with more than 1,460 questions in 58 subject areasFor soldiers who want to increase their professional knowledge of the Army and prepare themselves for promotion boardsCovers arm
Trout eat a large variety of food items and diets, and feeding behaviors change over timeThe more you understand about the fish and their ecosystem, the better skilled you will be at determining what
Story of the early years of the U.S. Eighth Air ForceDramatic firsthand descriptions of World War II in the airThe U.S.'s first encounters with the Luftwaffe and Nazi air defenses
"A mix of exceptionally rare and discerning essays." --The Great War MagazineSix first-personaccounts by German generalsCovers the Battle of Britain, Moscow, El Alamein, Stalingrad, D-Day and the Norm
Story of one of the best fighter units in the Mediterranean theater, which earned two Distinguished Unit Citations and produced 21 acesVivid episodes of aerial combat during the key campaigns for Tuni
"Although he logged thousands of miles in the preparation of this guide, what Jay Brooks really brings to the table is a lifetime steeped in California craft beer. As I've learned through the years, w
36 colorful, whimsical hats for boys and girlsProjects range in difficulty from easy to experiencedCreative designs to delight the kids and the hittersThis collection of hat patterns for young childre
The Silver State's most bizarre and creepy stories of paranormal activity, including . . .The Lost City outside Las VegasLynching apparitions on downtown Reno's Wedding Ring BridgeThe haunted Goldfiel
A collection of frightening stories from the western part of the Keystone State, including . . . Hauntings at Bedford Springs HotelThe Miracles of Prince GallitzinSad spirit of Louisa at Fort Ligonier
Photo chronicle of the German-Soviet campaign on the Eastern Front during its first brutal winter after Operation Barbarossa ground to a halt outside MoscowHundreds of photos, many of them rare and ne
The how-to book for long-distance hikers who want to finishTips to help aspiring long-distance hikers succeed, from determining nutrition of trail foods to dealing with the elements and medical challe
The Show Me State's creepiest accounts of ghosts and hauntings, including . . .St. Louis's most haunted house, the Lemp MansionThe smiling ghost of Meramec CavernsMysterious spirits of the Young Broth
Covers all major regions, including the Catskills and AdirondacksFollow-up to Pocketguide to Pennsylvania Hatches set in New York, featuring New York's most outstanding fly patternsDetailed hatch char
43 American fly-tying masters, from Marbury to Marinaro, Gordon to GrantColor photos of the flies plus recipes for nearly 300 fliesImportant historical record includes profiles of tiers around the cou
"With Feather Brain, Drew Chicone has succeeded in illustrating not only the mechanics of his advanced tying techniques but more importantly the creative thinking that leads to the design and construc
"Black is the dean of Ranger history." --Douglas Brinkley, New York Times bestselling authorFollows a legendary unit of American fighting men from D-Day through the end of World War IIThe Rangers' act
Concise introduction to the Gettysburg campaignFacts about all aspects of the battle and its participantsRevised and expanded for the 150th anniversary of the battleJust some of the fascinating topics
Now in paperback80 percent of the book features Civil War battlesLavishly illustrated with Troiani's masterful artwork, including those found in private collectionsContributors include some of militar
70 color maps and insightful text tell the hour-by-hour story of the 3-day Battle of GettysburgEach map shows the same 3 1/2-by-4 1/2-mile view of the battlefield, allowing the reader to visualize the
Where to find every monument and tablet on the Gettysburg Battlefield--over 800 in all--organized by state, military unit, person, or armyPhotos and descriptions of each monument, with information on
A comprehensive guide on how to raise pheasants and red-leg partridges Choosing the breeding stock, incubating the eggs, rearing the chicks to release, and nurturing the game through the start of the
"Joshua Chamberlain was much more than a war hero, and Pullen's thoughtful book fills out the picture of his remarkable life. An entertaining and inspiring story."--Senator George J. Mitchell"Pullen's
