People have long been fascinated by the stories behind royal portraits. This volume takes readers inside royal families by way of great paintings, like Holbein's Henry VIII, van Dyck’s Charl
Traveling to Tokyo? Be sure to see some of the most iconic sites in Tokyo and nearby cities—from gorgeous skylines and jaw-dropping nature to hidden treasures. With this photo/guidebook, visitor
A very long time ago, dinosaurs lived all over the world. They were various colors, shapes, and sizes, and spoke different languages. One snowy winter, with his skillful use of words, Tapejara almost
When fall arrives, the circus comes to Paghman village, one of the few pleasures for the villagers. Yamo and his friend Mirado are very excited. Yamo misses his brother, who has gone off to war. Mirad
A young boy, Yamo, lives in the Afghan village of Paghman. The peaceful village is surrounded by the bounty of nature. Fruit trees burst into bloom in the spring, and in the summer, Yamo's whole f
A film-lover's guide to New York City, this book explores the city through iconic moments in cinema history. It is filled with interesting trivia and useful information for both locals and tourist
A little Pterosaur lives on top of a rocky mountain, where his mother teaches him to be kind and to always help others in need. One day, a huge Tyrannosaurus falls down the mountain and is injured as
Written by local expert Sumiko Kajiyama, Cool Japan explores the heart of Japanese culture and must-see places from a uniquely Japanese perspective. First, visit Kyoto, where you will discover 1,000 y
Poco and Moco are twin lambs. They look almost exactly alike, and they get along so well that they spend every minute of their day together. But they’re also different in a lot of ways. For one
The occasion of a birthday provide the opportunity to look back at the long days spent waiting patiently for the baby to be born, the special day it arrives, and the miraculous perfection of every sta
Milk is the polar bear postmaster of the forest. One day he receives a card that says “Please help!” It is from a red-crested crane couple whose chick has gone missing. Spring gives way to
A female Maiasaura finds a lost egg in the forest and decides to look after it with her own egg. Surprisingly, a baby Tyrannosaurus hatches from the egg. The greathearted mother accepts and raises him
"Show me another pleasure like dinner which comes every day and lasts an hour," wrote Talleyrand. That Napoleon's most gifted advisor should speak so well of eating says much about the importance of f
Did you know there used to be a resort hotel in Manhattan, and its customers enjoyed sunbathing on the beach along the East River? Did you know there used to be an Egyptian temple-style reservoir on t
Although Tyrannosaurus storms around saying that power is everything in the world, he realizes he is getting weaker with age. After his tail gets bitten in a run-in with Masiakasaurus, some young Tric
Gracie hasn’t been able to see very well recently, so she decides to get some glasses. But, after playing on the mountain one day, she realizes that night that her glasses are missing. She heads strai
A heartwarming story of the unconditional love that parents (both humans as well as animals) have for their children. The simple text of love, caring and protection is accompanied by adorable illustra
Art + NYC is an art-lover's guide to New York City that combines a crash course in 20th- and 21st-century art history with in-depth bios of ten celebrated New York City artists
Once upon a time a violent, mean, selfish Tyrannosaurus roamed the land, and all the other animals feared him. One day, while chasing other animals, the Tyrannosaurus falls into the ocean. The Elasmos
Did you know that Central Park was built on Seneca Village, a community of modest farms, also known as a safe haven for runaway slaves? Did you know Washington Square Park used to be a potter’s field?
This adorable book is the second in the series of the beloved children’s books, Kuma-Kuma Chan, The Little Bear. When a boy receives an invitation in the mail from Kuma-Kuma Chan, a friendly bear who
New York, Paris, Milan, London, Tokyo, Stockholm, Sydney, and Los Angeles—each city has its signature style. City Style is a guide to the world’s most fashionable cities, curated by their most stylish
Visit Almeria, Spain and be transported into the iconic scenes of Lawrence of Arabia. Enjoy an incredible view of Paris from Am?lie's Montmartre. Mail a postcard in Procida, Italy and see the sights
Drive into the parking garage at the University of Melbourne and follow in the footsteps of Mel Gibson in Mad Max. Go to the 83rd ?oor of the International Finance Centre in Hong Kong and see where A
Report a ?re at the Hook & Ladder Company #8 if you want to see Ghostbusters' headquarters in New York City. When in San Francisco, stop for a cup of coffee at the caf? where Steve McQueen's Bullit m
