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Slow-Cooker to the Rescue
by Gooseberry PatchWhat's the one kitchen item we just wouldn't want to do without? Our slow cookers! We use them in every season, for every holiday, at every party...and any opportunity we can. Slow cookers are the heroes of our kitchens. In Slow Cooker to the Rescue, we've gathered over 300 simple, fool-proof recipes created just for your slow cooker. From cheesy dips to beefy stews, crowd-pleasing appetizers to tummy-warming soups, you'll find recipes to take you from Saturday morning breakfast to your next big tailgating party.Six big chapters organize the recipes in easy-to-browse themes, from Game-Changing Party Food to Chicken to Cheer For. You'll never have to wonder what's for dinner...Slow Cooker to the Rescue has all the answers!Plug it in, turn it on...it's &“slow&” good!
Hiking Great Smoky Mountains National Park: A Guide to the Park's Greatest Hiking Adventures (Regional Hiking Series)
by Kevin AdamsDiscover the 82 greatest hikes within Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Everyone from the avid trekker to family day-hiker will find a new trail to enjoy in the Smokies. Each hike is covered by concise descriptions, detailed maps, and turn-by-turn directions. Set out confidently, and enjoy glorious views and peaceful wilderness.
America's First Woman Lawyer: The Biography of Myra Bradwell
by Jane M. FriedmanDuring her lifetime, Myra Bradwell (1831-1894) - America's "first" woman lawyer as well as publisher and editor-in-chief of a prestigious legal newspaper - did more to establish and aid the rights of women and other legally handicapped people than any other woman of her day. Her female contemporaries - Susan B. Anthony, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Lucy Stone - are known to all. Now it is time for Myra Bradwell to assume her rightful place among women's rights leaders of the nineteenth century. With author Jane Friedman's discovery of previously unpublished letters and valuable documents, Bradwell's fascinating story can at last be told.
Rocky Mountain Berry Book: Finding, Identifying, and Preparing Berries and Fruits Throughout the Rocky Mountains (Nuts and Berries Series)
by Bob KrummThe Rocky Mountain Berry Book combines the information of a field guide and the fun of a cookbook. Learn to identify 16 berry and fruit species using non-technical descriptions, habitat hints, and color photos.
Urban Hikes Oregon: A Guide to the State's Greatest Urban Hiking Adventures
by Adam SawyerOregon, whimsical paradise of the Pacific Northwest, is known for its lush landscapes of forests and mountains. But you don&’t have to go all the way into the backcountry to experience what the state has to offer. In Urban Hikes Oregon you&’ll hit the trail to discover the landmarks and hotspots that shape the state&’s cities and towns. From arboretum trails to picturesque waterfront walks, this guide explores the 40 best urban hiking trails throughout the state.Drawing on his extensive travel knowledge of the state, author Adam Sawyer curates a guide to not only family-friendly footpaths, but to the state&’s culinary and gastronomic delights. Take in the sites along the Portland River Walk, marvel at the offshore monoliths at Cannon Beach, or brewery-hop after a stroll through downtown Eugene. Each hike includes trail GPS coordinates and waypoints, detailed hike descriptions, maps, and easy-to-find trailhead directions, along with excellent color photos and travel tips. Hit the trail (or the pavement) and explore Oregon!
Haunted Lighthouses: Phantom Keepers, Ghostly Shipwrecks, and Sinister Calls from the Deep (Haunted)
by Ray JonesLighthouses and ghosts are two popular passions. Melded together by master storyteller and lighthouse expert Ray Jones, these tales of spirited lights are guaranteed to grab the attention of all readers. As an added bonus, practical information is given for those who wish to visit the featured lighthouses for themselves . . . if they dare.
Climbing: From Rock to Ice
by Nate Fitch Ron FunderburkeA book about climbing on different terrains, from rock to ice.
Myths and Mysteries of Alaska: True Stories Of The Unsolved And Unexplained (Myths and Mysteries Series)
by Cherry Lyon Jonesexplores unusual phenomena, strange events, and mysteries in the Last Frontier's history. Each episode included in the book is a story unto itself, and the tone and style of the book is lively and easy to read for a general audience interested in Alaska history.
It Happened at Grand Canyon (It Happened in the West)
by Todd R. BergerThe Grand Canyon is an American icon, a scenic wonder like no other. From the several Native American tribes who have called Grand Canyon home to swashbuckling pioneers to an airliner collision over the canyon that led to the formation of the FAA, It Happened at Grand Canyon tells the history of this colossal, magnificent place.
A Broken Land: A Roads to War Novel (Roads to War)
by David DonachieThe second installment in Donachie's sweeping Roads to War series set in the pre-WWII European powder keg1936: Soldier of fortune Cal Jardine travels to Barcelona to help with the athletic games rivalling the Berlin Olympics. But as the first shots of civil war ring out, friendship, love, and political conviction converge to persuade Jardine to once again embroil himself in a foreign war.Discovering that the British athletes attending the games are keen to enlist for the fight, Jardine agrees to train them into a professional force. With old army comrade Vince Castellano and his beautiful interpreter Florencia Gardiola by his side, Jardine leads the athletes through the street battles of Barcelona and on to the fighting in the Catalan countryside. But when murderous betrayal blights his previous fortune, Jardine will go to any lengths to seek suitable revenge . . .
Climb: Leaving Safe and Finding Strength on 100 Summits in Japan
by Susan SpannThe inspiring memoir of a middle-aged woman who challenged herself to climb one hundred Japanese mountains in a single year, even after an aggressive cancer threatened to derail her dream. After more than forty years of living "safe and scared," California attorney and mystery author Susan Spann decided to break free by climbing one hundred of Japan's most famous mountains, inspired by a classic list of hyakumeizan peaks. But when an unexpected cancer diagnosis forced her to confront her deepest fears, the mountains of Japan became the setting for an even more transformative journey from pain and fear to a new life fueled by hope, confidence, and strength.This immersive, inspiring, and witty page-turner captures the terrifying lows and breathtaking highs of a woman's journey from timidity to confidence, cancer to healing, and regret to joy, as she breaks the mental and physical chains that once prevented her from living out her dreams. Susan chronicles her journey with an insightful, often humorous eye for not only her travels across Japan, but the culture, food, nature, and obstacles she encountered along the way, and complements her honest and vivid prose with breathtaking personal photographs.
Wildflowers of Oregon: A Field Guide to Over 400 Wildflowers, Trees, and Shrubs of the Coast, Cascades, and High Desert
by Damian FaganFrom sea to sagebrush, this field guide covers the identification and natural history of over 400 wildflowers, shrubs and trees across Oregon. Beautiful color photographs and written descriptions help the wildflower enthusiast or mountain meadow day hiker identify many of the common plants of Oregon. For each plant, Fagan explains the derivation of the common and scientific names, along with interesting natural history tidbits about historical or cultural uses, pollinator ecology, edibility, and other details about the plants.
Answers to Questions Nobody Was Askin': And Other Revelations
by Tim SampleMaine humor icon Tim Sample gives us a new collection of short essays and monologues about his growing up and living in Maine and throughout his long entertainment career. His wide range of subjects include things that could happen &“Only in Maine,&” how his dad invented the SUV, his long friendship with horror master Stephen King, the pitfalls of Maine&’s fifth season (mud), and the right way to eat a lobster. Part whimsical anecdote, part hard-won wisdom, these stories are imbued with Sample&’s distinct wry Yankee wit.
Divided on D-Day: How Conflicts and Rivalries Jeopardized the Allied Victory at Normandy
by Edward E. GordonTwo historians—one American and one British—examine the ways in which rivalries and personality conflicts among Allied commanders adversely affected the D-Day invasion and its aftermath.In anticipation of the 75th anniversary of D-Day comes this fresh perspective on the Normandy invasion — -the beginning of the end of World War II. The book highlights the conflicting egos, national rivalries, and professional abilities of the principal D-Day commanders who planned and executed the OVERLORD Operation and its aftermath. Two historians, one American and one British, show how lack of cooperation and bad decisions lengthened the war, increased casualties, and allowed the later Soviet domination of Eastern Europe.From their in-depth analysis of past D-Day literature, primary and archival sources, the authors provide insightful answers to the many controversies that have long surrounded the OVERLORD campaign. Among the questions addressed are: What caused the two-month delay for the Allied breakout from the Normandy beachhead. Why did the bulk of the German army escape from the Falaise Pocket? Who stopped Patton's August 1944 advance into Germany? Why did it take so long to open the Port of Antwerp needed for securing the required supplies for the Allied advance into Germany?The evidence presented in this book makes it clear that the problems raised by these questions and many other difficulties could have been avoided if the Allied commanders had been less contentious, a factor that sometimes led to catastrophic battlefield outcomes. Complete with maps that illustrate the campaign's progression and photographs of the commanders and the forbidding battlefield terrain, this new examination of the war in Europe makes a major contribution to our understanding of the decision-making behind these pivotal historic events.
Spooky Campfire Stories: Outdoor Myths And Tales For All Ages
by Amy HoitsmaA portable and family-friendly collection of some of the most classic and entertaining scary stories--perfect to share around the campfire. These stories can be read aloud or easily retold; either way, your fellow campers may want to sleep with the light on.
Yellowstone: A Land of Wild and Wonder
by Christopher CaublePhotographer Christopher Cauble reveals the beauty and diversity of Yellowstone National Park in this stunning collection of contemporary photographs.Yellowstone: A Land of Wild and Wonder inspires wanderlust in readers as Cauble takes them on a remarkable journey of discovery. From dramatic landscapes to mesmerizing geyser photos to intimate wildlife portraits, these unique images inspire a new sense of wonder for Yellowstone&’s timeless majesty.
Best Easy Day Hikes Olympic National Park (Best Easy Day Hikes Series)
by Erik MolvarThis fourth edition of Best Easy Day Hikes Olympic National Park features concise descriptions and easy-to-follow maps for thirty-one short, manageable hikes. Veteran author and hiker Erik Molvar describes the best routes for those who have limited time or abilities, without missing out on the area&’s scenic splendors: majestic spires, Pacific coast beaches, and a rare temperate rain forest ecosystem.Look inside for:Half-hour strolls to full-day adventuresHikes for everyone, including families Hikes ranked from easiest to most challengingEasy-to-use trail mapsGPS coordinates
Trees of the Rocky Mountains: Identifying the Region's Prominent Trees
by Robert WeissA dedicated guidebook to identifying the most prominent tree species occurring in the Rocky Mountain region of North AmericaTrees of the Rocky Mountains provides readers with a dedicated guidebook to identifying the most prominent tree species occurring in the Rocky Mountain region of North America. This guide will cover a selection of the most prominent native and naturalized tree species of the iconic Rocky Mountain region spanning Colorado, Wyoming, Montana, New Mexico, Utah, and Idaho.Each species has a full description detailing shape and form, physical characteristics, habitat, wildlife uses, and information on identifying potential signs of disease and damage. Each species entry also includes multiple photographs, detailing the tree&’s bark, needles or leaves, seeds or pinecones, and overall appearance.
Scenic Driving North Carolina: Including Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the Outer Banks (Scenic Driving)
by Laurence ParentFrom the sandy beaches of the Outer Banks to the rugged mountains of the Blue Ridge Parkway, North Carolina offers something interesting around every turn. Author Laurence Parent describes thirty drives covering the state's most fascinating and beautiful places.
Spooky Halloween: Tales of Hauntings, Strange Happenings, and Other American Lore (Spooky)
by S. E. SchlosserGrab some candy corn, gather 'round the fireplace and get ready for twenty creepy tales of ghostly hauntings, eerie happenings, and other strange occurrences from times past! Halloween folklore traditions from around the United States are kept alive in these expert retellings by master storyteller S. E. Schlosser and through artist Paul G. Hoffman&’s evocative illustrations. Ghosts, witches, black cats, and jack o' lanterns populate the pages of this of this spooky holiday collection. From Halloween and Samhain to Dia de los Muertos, these spooky stories will have you looking over your shoulder again and again.
Seashells of New England: A Beachcomber's Guide
by Sandy AllisonIdentify just about any seashell found on New England beaches, from southern Connecticut to northern Maine. Beautiful illustrations and straightforward descriptive text help readers identify 70 different seashells, and learn a little bit about them--most likely anything a reader wants to identify will be included, without a lot of "extra" species. Expert information offered in an appealing format for beachcombers, amateur naturalists, and anyone else who loves the beach. Includes advice on how and where to find great shells.
Do Princesses and Super Heroes Hit the Trails? (Do Princesses)
by Carmela LaVigna CoyleAnother fantastic and inspiring book from the author of the Do Princesses...? series! Join our favorite princess and her super hero companion as they explore the national parks and discover that the great outdoors hold a bounty of excitement and adventure!
New England Earthquakes: The Surprising History of Seismic Activity in the Northeast
by John E. EbelNew England and nearby areas in the United States and Canada have a long and storied history of earthquakes that goes back to the times of the earliest exploration and settlement of the region by Europeans. This may come as a surprise to the many people living in the region today who have never felt a local earthquake. Nevertheless, not only is it true, but there is every reason to believe that earthquakes, including some damaging earthquakes, will strike New England in the future. In fact, in the 1960s Boston, Massachusetts was given the same seismic hazard rating as Los Angeles, California because both had experienced strong earthquakes in their historic pasts. Since then seismologists have learned much about the rates at which earthquakes occur throughout the country and about the effects of the earthquakes when they occur. Today, we know that the probability of damaging earthquake shaking in Boston is about twenty-five times less than in Los Angeles. Even so, the threat of earthquakes in Boston, throughout New England, and in adjacent regions is one that cannot be ignored. From the 1638 so-called &“Pilgrim&’s Earthquake&” to anticipating what the future may hold, John E. Ebel introduces you to the surprising history of earthquakes in the northeast corridor.
Bless Your Heart & Mind Your Mama: Sassy, Sweet and Silly Southernisms
by Polly Powers StrammSoutherners have a way with words! As Southern Living says &“Southerner&’s shun the simple, the straightforward, and the direct in favor of more colorful means of self-expression, Southern style.&” There seems to be a Southern saying for every occasion. Some are inspiring and uplifting while others have that biting tongue-in-cheek humor Southerners adore.
Mississippi Off the Beaten Path®: A Guide to Unique Places (Off the Beaten Path Series)
by Marlo Carter KirkpatrickMississippi Off the Beaten Path features the things travelers and locals want to see and experience––if only they knew about them. From the best in local dining to quirky cultural tidbits to hidden attractions, unique finds, and unusual locales, Mississippi Off the Beaten Path takes the reader down the road less traveled and reveals a side of Mississippi that other guidebooks just don't offer.