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Camp Cooking: 100 Years
by The National Museum of Forest Service HistoryPhotos, anecdotes, and outdoor-cooking recipes celebrating the history of the U.S. Forest Service. Dedicated protectors of our national forests and grasslands, Forest Service agents live much of their lives outdoors, and that includes mealtimes. In decades past, rangers&’ wives prepared meals with limited resources as they accompanied their husbands in the field, often supplementing cooking with k-rations cooked over an open fire. In rustic and remote locations, delicious, time-tested creations were prepared and served, including Dutch Oven Beer Bread, Parmesan Mashed Potatoes, Pioneer Night Stew, and Creamy Pumpkin Pie. Here, the National Museum of Forest Service History presents a unique cookbook that celebrates decades of camp cooking by countless Forest Service agents in the field. Featuring legendary recipes for Dutch oven meals, open-fire dishes, and other tasty outdoor specialties used daily in the early days of the Forest Service, Camp Cooking also includes photos and anecdotes that tell the whole history of these brave and hardy individuals.
The Men Who Lost America: British Leadership, the American Revolution and the Fate of the Empire (The Lewis Walpole Series in Eighteenth-Century Culture and History)
by Andrew Jackson O'ShaughnessyQuestioning popular belief, a historian and re-examines what exactly led to the British Empire&’s loss of the American Revolution.The loss of America was an unexpected defeat for the powerful British Empire. Common wisdom has held that incompetent military commanders and political leaders in Britain must have been to blame, but were they? This intriguing book makes a different argument. Weaving together the personal stories of ten prominent men who directed the British dimension of the war, historian Andrew O&’Shaughnessy dispels the incompetence myth and uncovers the real reasons that rebellious colonials were able to achieve their surprising victory. In interlinked biographical chapters, the author follows the course of the war from the perspectives of King George III, Prime Minister Lord North, military leaders including General Burgoyne, the Earl of Sandwich, and others who, for the most part, led ably and even brilliantly. Victories were frequent, and in fact the British conquered every American city at some stage of the Revolutionary War. Yet roiling political complexities at home, combined with the fervency of the fighting Americans, proved fatal to the British war effort. The book concludes with a penetrating assessment of the years after Yorktown, when the British achieved victories against the French and Spanish, thereby keeping intact what remained of the British Empire.&“A remarkable book about an important but curiously underappreciated subject: the British side of the American Revolution. With meticulous scholarship and an eloquent writing style, O'Shaughnessy gives us a fresh and compelling view of a critical aspect of the struggle that changed the world.&”—Jon Meacham, author of Thomas Jefferson: The Art of Power
Normandy to Victory: The War Diary of General Courtney H. Hodges & the First U.S. Army (American Warriors Series #Amws)
by Major William C. Sylvan Captain Francis G. Smith Jr.This annotated edition of General Hodges&’s WWII diary offers a unique firsthand account of the First US Army from D-Day to V-E Day: &“a fascinating book&” (Bowling Green Daily News). During World War II, General Courtney Hicks Hodges commanded the First US Army, taking part in the Allied invasion of France, the liberation of Paris, and the ultimate Allied victory in 1945. Maintained by two of Hodges's aides, Major William C. Sylvan and Captain Francis G. Smith Jr., this military journal offers a unique firsthand account of the actions, decisions, and daily activities of General Hodges and the First Army throughout the war. The diary opens on June 2, 1944, as Hodges and the First Army prepare for the Allied invasion of France. In the weeks and months that follow, the diary highlights the crucial role that Hodges's command played in the Allied operations in northwest Europe. The diary recounts the First Army's involvement in the fight for France, the Siegfried Line campaign, the Battle of the Bulge, the drive to the Roer River, and the crossing of the Rhine, following Hodges and his men through savage European combat until the German surrender in May 1945. This historically significant text has previously been available only to military historians and researchers. Retired US Army historian John T. Greenwood has now edited the text in its entirety and added a biography of General Hodges as well as extensive contextual notes. A Choice Outstanding Academic TitleWinner of the 2009 Distinguished Writing Award from the Army Historical Foundation
New Orleans Noir: The Classics (Akashic Noir)
by Tim McLoughlin Ted O'Brien Patty FriedmannThis original anthology of noir fiction set across the Big Easy includes new stories by Ace Atkins, Laura Lippman, Maureen Tan, and more.New Orleans has always the home of the lovable rogue, the poison magnolia, the bent politico, and the heartless con artist. And in post-Katrina times, it&’s the same old story—only with a new breed of carpetbagger thrown in. In other words, it&’s fertile ground for noir fiction. This sparkling collection of tales, set both before and after the storm, explores the city&’s gutted neighborhoods, its outwardly gleaming &“sliver by the river,&” its still-raunchy French Quarter, and other hoods so far from the Quarter they might as well be on another continent. It also looks back into the city&’s darkly colorful, nineteenth century past.New Orleans Noir includes brand-new stories by Ace Atkins, Laura Lippman, Patty Friedmann, Barbara Hambly, Tim McLoughlin, Olympia Vernon, David Fulmer, Jervey Tervalon, James Nolan, Kalamu ya Salaam, Maureen Tan, Thomas Adcock, Jeri Cain Rossi, Christine Wiltz, Greg Herren, Julie Smith, Eric Overmyer, and Ted O&’Brien.A portion of the profits from New Orleans Noir will be donated to Katrina KARES, a hurricane relief program sponsored by the New Orleans Institute that awards grants to writers affected by the hurricane.
Does Somebody Need a Hedgehug?: And Other Thoughts from the Animal Kingdom
by Gibbs M. SmithQuack up your friends with this effortless gift.
Kentucky's Cookbook Heritage: Two Hundred Years of Southern Cuisine and Culture
by John van WilligenA Southern historian combs through Kentucky cookbooks from the mid-nineteenth century through the twentieth to reveal a fascinating cultural narrative. In Kentucky's Cookbook Heritage, John van Willigen explores the Bluegrass State's cultural and culinary history, through the rich material found in regional cookbooks. He begins in 1839, with Lettice Bryan's The Kentucky Housewife, which includes pre-Civil War recipes intended for use by a household staff instead of an individual cook, along with instructions for serving the family. Van Willigen also shares the story of the original Aunt Jemima—the advertising persona of Nancy Green, born in Montgomery County, Kentucky—who was one of many African American voices in Kentucky culinary history.Kentucky's Cookbook Heritage is a journey through the history of the commonwealth, showcasing the shifting attitudes and innovations of the times. Analyzing the historical importance of a wide range of publications, from the nonprofit and charity cookbooks that flourished at the end of the twentieth century to the contemporary cookbook that emphasizes local ingredients, van Willigen provides a valuable perspective on the state's social history.
Arizona Outlaws and Lawmen: Gunslingers, Bandits, Heroes and Peacekeepers (True Crime)
by Marshall TrimbleTrue stories of the wild and dangerous world of the Arizona Territory—includes photos. A refuge for outlaws at the close of the 1800s, the Arizona Territory was a wild, lawless land of greedy feuds, brutal killings and figures of enduring legend. These gunfighters included heroes as well as killers, and some were considered both. Bandit Pearl Hart committed one of the last recorded stagecoach robberies in the country, and James Addison Reavis pulled off the most extraordinary real estate scheme in the West. But with fearless lawmen like C.P. Owens and George Ruffner at hand, swift justice was always nearby. In this collection of true stories, Arizona&’s official state historian and celebrated storyteller Marshall Trimble brings to life the rough-and-tumble characters from the Grand Canyon State&’s most terrific tales of outlawry and justice.
Dixie's Last Stand: Was It Murder Or Self-defense?
by John FerakThe true crime author of Body of Proof investigates the case of an Iowa woman charged with murder for killing her abusive husband. Scott and Dixie Shanahan lived in a gray ranch along Third Avenue in the sleepy Midwestern town of Defiance, Iowa. With a population of less than 400, everyone in Defiance knew the home for its recurring episodes of screaming, mayhem, and horrific domestic violence. Then one day, Scott Shanahan was gone. Some thought the abusive husband had packed his bags and left town. After months went by with still no sign of the volatile wife beater, people began to ask questions. But what really happened to him was so shocking that even long-time law enforcement officials were aghast by the sight and awful smell. When Dixie was arrested for Scott&’s murder, she made a credible claim of self-defense. But how did she manage to live with her husband&’s rotting body inside her master bedroom for fourteen months? In Dixie&’s Last Stand, investigative journalist John Ferak explores a tragic tale of marital abuse to ask: did Dixie Shanahan deserve to be convicted of murder?
Path to the Soul: The Union Of Eastern And Western Wisdom To Heal Your Body, Mind And Soul
by Ashok BediA Jungian psychoanalyst &“offers a Hindu spin on therapy, challenging readers to rethink childhood conflict and marital strife in terms of karma and dharma&” (Publishers Weekly). Path to the Soul provides an important evolutionary leap in the rapidly evolving understanding of our psychological and spiritual essence. Drawing from Hindu and Christian spiritual wisdom, biological medicine, psychiatric technique, and over twenty-five years of clinical experience, Dr. Bedi has created a highly effective and integrated treatment approach to problems associated with both medical and psychiatric illness. He explains the Hindu concepts of maya, karma, and dharma, and builds a bridge between psychological disease and our intrinsic hunger for spiritual union. Each symptom is seen as a crucial whisper from our soul, and if we understand its message, it can lead us to psychological balance. Dr. Bedi guides us through the process of Kundalini diagnosis, showing how the use of life events, medical or psychiatric symptoms, relationship strengths and problems, and life goals and aspirations can help us determine our dominant and auxiliary chakras. Since our chakras are focal points where physical, emotional, developmental, and spiritual forces intersect, they provide a paradigm that usefully links physical, psychological, developmental, and spiritual dimensions. He explains how he has successfully helped many patients correct imbalances by learning to access and strengthen this energy. Throughout this book there are numerous examples of how Dr. Bedi&’s patients have discovered what each individual eventually has to recognize; that our fulfillment, satisfaction, wholeness, and harmony can be reawakened when we touch the spark of divine light glowing within.
Journey of the Universe: Christian Responses To Journey Of The Universe (Ecology And Justice Ser.)
by Brian Thomas Swimme Mary Evelyn TuckerThe basis for the Emmy-winning film. &“A wonderful, highly readable account of the history of the universe from the Big Bang through the present moment.&”—Thomas Lovejoy, University Professor in Environmental Science and Policy, George Mason University Through the astonishing combined achievements of natural scientists worldwide, we now have a detailed account of how galaxies and stars, planets and living organisms, human beings and human consciousness came to be. And yet . . . we thirst for answers to questions that have haunted humanity from the very beginning. What is our place in the 14-billion-year history of the universe? What roles do we play in Earth&’s history? How do we connect with the intricate web of life on Earth? In Journey of the Universe, Brian Thomas Swimme and Mary Evelyn Tucker tell the epic story of the universe from an inspired new perspective, weaving the findings of modern science together with enduring wisdom found in the humanistic traditions of the West, China, India, and indigenous peoples. The authors explore cosmic evolution as a profoundly wondrous process based on creativity, connection, and interdependence, and they envision an unprecedented opportunity for the world&’s people to address the daunting ecological and social challenges of our times. Journey of the Universe transforms how we understand our origins and envision our future. Though a little book, it tells a big story one that inspires hope for a way in which Earth and its human civilizations could flourish together. &“What&’s most striking about Swimme and Tucker&’s work is a simple but beautiful assumption: a cosmological orientation opens the human mind to wonder, gratitude, humility, and creativity.&”—Orion
Daughter of the White River: Depression-Era Treachery & Vengeance in the Arkansas Delta (True Crime Ser.)
by Denise ParkinsonThe tragic, true story of Helen Spence, the teenager who murdered her father&’s killers in the insulated lower White River area of Arkansas in 1931. The once-thriving houseboat communities along Arkansas&’s White River are long gone, and few remember the sensational murder story that set local darling Helen Spence on a tragic path. In 1931, Spence shocked Arkansas when she avenged her father&’s murder in a DeWitt courtroom. The state soon discovered that no prison could hold her. For the first time, prison records are unveiled to provide an essential portrait. Join author Denise Parkinson for an intimate look at a Depression-era tragedy. The legend of Helen Spence refuses to be forgotten—despite her unmarked grave. &“Most memorably, Parkinson evokes the natural beauty of the White River itself. But more importantly, she&’s given Helen Spence, daughter of the river, a sympathetic hearing—something in its pulp version of events Daring Detective did not.&”—Memphis Flyer &“Denise details Helen&’s life, from the murder of her father to the horrific treatment she received at the hands of the law, including how prison officials seemed to entice her to escape a final time, with the attempt culminating in her murder.&”—Only in Arkansas
The Tao of Travel: Enlightenments from Lives on the Road
by Paul TherouxThe acclaimed author explores the greatest travel writing by literary adventurers from Freya Stark and James Baldwin to Nabokov and Hemmingway.Paul Theroux celebrates fifty years of wandering the globe with this meditative journey through the books that shaped him as a reader and traveler. Part philosophical guide, part miscellany, part reminiscence, The Tao of Travel enumerates &“The Contents of Some Travelers&’ Bags&” and exposes &“Writers Who Wrote about Places They Never Visited&”; tracks extreme journeys in &“Travel as an Ordeal&” and highlights some of &“Travelers&’ Favorite Places.&” Excerpts from the best of Theroux&’s own work are interspersed with selections from travelers both familiar and unexpected, including J.R.R. Tolkien, Samuel Johnson, Eudora Welty, Evelyn Waugh, Isak Dinesen, Charles Dickens, Henry David Thoreau, Pico Iyer, Mark Twain, Anton Chekhov, Bruce Chatwin, John McPhee, Peter Matthiessen, Graham Greene, Paul Bowles, and many more.
This Incredible Need to Believe (European Perspectives)
by Julia Kristeva&“A sprawling analysis of religion in major psychological and philosophical literature, fiction and in private life . . . compelling and remarkable.&”—Publishers Weekly &“Unlike Freud, I do not claim that religion is just an illusion and a source of neurosis. The time has come to recognize, without being afraid of &‘frightening&’ either the faithful or the agnostics, that the history of Christianity prepared the world for humanism.&” So writes Julia Kristeva in this provocative work, which skillfully upends our entrenched ideas about religion, belief, and the thought and work of a renowned psychoanalyst and critic. With dialogue and essay, Kristeva analyzes our &“incredible need to believe&”—the inexorable push toward faith that, for Kristeva, lies at the heart of the psyche and the history of society. Examining the lives, theories, and convictions of Saint Teresa of Avila, Sigmund Freud, Donald Winnicott, Hannah Arendt, and other individuals, she investigates the intersection between the desire for God and the shadowy zone in which belief resides. Kristeva suggests that human beings are formed by their need to believe, beginning with our first attempts at speech and following through to our adolescent search for identity and meaning. Kristeva then applies her insight to contemporary religious clashes and the plight of immigrant populations. Even if we no longer have faith in God, Kristeva argues, we must believe in human destiny and creative possibility. Reclaiming Christianity&’s openness to self-questioning and the search for knowledge, Kristeva urges a &“new kind of politics,&” one that restores the integrity of the human community. &“A helpful commentary and introduction to Kristeva&’s major work over the last two decades.&”—Choice
Crime Buff's Guide to Outlaw Southwest (Crime Buff's Guide)
by Ron FranscellA rollicking ride through the true crime history of the American Southwest from the USA Today–bestselling author of The Darkest Night. The line between history and mythology is razor thin—and the American Southwest often erases the line altogether. We might never disentangle crime-fact from fiction, but this book will transport you to Billy the Kid&’s real-life stomping grounds, legendary Tombstone, the childhood home of one of the worst al Qaeda terrorists, and the scenes of dozens of crimes throughout Arizona and New Mexico&’s history. Dozens of fascinating stories in Outlaw Southwest are told in the same fast-paced, enthralling voice that&’s made Ron Franscell one of America&’s most beloved crime writers…and the Crime Buff&’s Guides a three-time winner of the TrueCrimeZine.com Book of the Year! Includes GPS COORDINATES, PHOTOS AND MORE!&“Well researched … Armchair detectives will enjoy the tales, but the book&’s purpose is to take the reader to the scene of the crime.&”—Albuquerque Journal &“The ultimate guilty pleasure book.&”—San Antonio (TX)Express-News &“Perfect for summer vacations because you can put it down and pick it up without losing your place (but you won&’t want to put it down). For those of who week true-crime stories, it&’s a fascinating look at the dark side.&”—Tucson (AZ) Sentinel
Vegetarian Cooking (Betty Crocker Cooking)
by Betty CrockerVegetarian cooking isn't just for vegetarians anymore with these simple, delicious recipes from Betty Crocker. Today, more and more families incorporate vegetarian meals and products into their everyday cooking, and you can, too. This updated third edition works for everyone—carnivore, flexitarian or dedicated vegetarian—with easy, family-pleasing recipes. Features information on how to fit vegetarianism into a busy lifestyle, how to feed vegetarian kids, and vegetarian myth bustersIncludes 180 meatless recipes for healthier eating with broad all-family appealComplete nutritional analysis for every recipeIcons for Quick, Easy, and Low Fat recipes60 beautiful full color photos throughoutPlus: pantry suggestions, vegetarian ingredient substitutions, and a food glossary
Sweet Amy Jane
by Anna EberhardtAn outspoken P.I. must protect a sexy sportscaster from a deadly stalker in this romantic suspense novel from the bestselling author of Whispered Heat. Amy Jane Chadwick should have heeded the warning in her horoscope that told her she'd want the man she shouldn't have. But running a P.I. business out of her sister&’s bed and breakfast would tell anyone that she doesn&’t do the expected all that well. Called Sweet Amy Jane because she isn&’t, she can handle anyone. Or so she thinks. Max Armstrong is attractive as sin. An ex-pro athlete, he now serves as the sports announcer for a hot sports franchise and has picked up a dangerous stalker. He has tried to ignore it, but things are getting dicey and he could use some help. Sweet Amy Jane wasn&’t exactly what he had in mind, but try telling the stubborn, smart-mouthed beauty no. Apparently no one has ever done that. At least not successfully. Together Max Armstrong and Sweet Amy Jane must keep Max alive while trying not to kill each other.&“Move over Remington Steele, Anna Eberhardt&’s Sweet Amy Jane has arrived. Kick off your shoes, curl up with this light-hearted caper, and enjoy!&”—#1 New York Times–bestselling author Debbie Macomber
Highwayman: The Highwayman Series Book 1 (The Highwayman Series #1)
by MJ PrestonFirst in the serial killer series from the author of Four. &“A stunning achievement! . . . Prose of this quality is rare in horror stories.&” —San Francisco Review of Books Meet Lance Belanger, he has only one ambition, to be the most infamous killer of all time. After murdering a single mom and her toddler child, Lance indoctrinates himself into the world of serial murder. Before long, the bodies start turning up all over the country. Each victim is incapacitated by a puncture wound to the spine, then, while still alive, they are dismembered, their arms, legs, and head are severed from the torso. FBI investigators call their killer &“Highwayman.&” But beyond the multi-state dumping of staged victims, the killer has left them little else to go on. With no DNA or forensic evidence, veteran FBI agent Lewis Ash is in a race against retirement as he tracks the elusive murderer. Meanwhile, Lance has other plans that will up his game and increase his body count. In a web of murder that reaches from the United States to Bucharest, Romania, a diabolical plan is set into motion to attract the most dangerous predators the world has to offer . . . &“Brilliant, haunting . . . M.J. Preston has created a gripping thriller that few readers will be able to put down. Not for the faint of heart, the story plays out like a cinematic tale that is waiting to be told and creates a modern-day killer that is sure to haunt the dreams of many a reader.&” —Anthony Avina, author of Identity
Pershing's Tankers: Personal Accounts of the AEF Tank Corps in World War I (Ausa Bks.)
by Lawrence M. Kaplan&“Compelling . . . highly recommended to students of the Great War or of armored force development.&” —The Journal of America's Military Past After the United States declared war against Germany in April 1917, the US Army established the Tank Corps to help break the deadlock of trench warfare in France. The army envisioned having a large tank force by 1919, but when the war ended in November 1918, only three tank battalions had participated in combat operations. Shortly after, Brigadier Gen. Samuel D. Rockenbach, chief of the American Expeditionary Forces (AEF) Tank Corps under Gen. John J. Pershing, issued a memorandum to many of his officers to write brief accounts of their experiences that would supplement official records. Their narratives varied in size, scope, and depth, and covered a range of topics, including the organizing, training, and equipping of the tank corps. For the first time since these reports were submitted, Pershing's Tankers: Personal Accounts of the AEF Tank Corps in World War I presents an unprecedented look into the experiences of soldiers in the US Army Tank Corps. The book provides fresh insight into the establishment and combat operations of the tank corps, including six personal letters written by Col. George S. Patton Jr., who commanded a tank brigade in World War I. Congressional testimony, letters, and a variety of journal, magazine, and newspaper articles in this collection provide additional context to the officers&’ revealing accounts. Based on completely new sources that include official US Army personnel reports previously unknown to researchers, this illuminating work offers a vivid picture of life and activities in the US Army Tank Corps in France; a rare glimpse into the thoughts and experiences of a broad cross-section of men from the senior leadership down to the platoon level; and a behind-the-scenes look at how this first generation of &“tankers&” helped develop new war-fighting capabilities for the US Army.
20 Best Birthday Cake Recipes for Kids (Betty Crocker eBook Minis)
by Betty CrockerEasily create fun cakes for your child&’s next birthday party or any occasion. There are pretty cakes, including the Butterfly Cake and the Rainbow Angel Cake; sporty cakes like the Soccer Ball Cake and the Roller Coaster Cake; and ones that are just plain fun, such as the Monster Cake or the Gum Ball Machine Cake. Whatever type of cake your kid likes, you&’ll be celebration ready with this great collection of recipes!Features Photos of Every Recipe!
Paper Wings
by Les AbendA body in a boat and a deadly emergency landing lead an airline pilot to uncover a conspiracy in this technological thriller. When a boat and its grisly cargo are found adrift off Fort Lauderdale the investigation leads to more than &“just&” murder. In fact, the evidence points to a connection of an in-flight emergency that resulted in passenger fatalities and forced a diversion of Patriot Airlines Flight 63 to Bermuda. As the accidents investigation chairman of the pilots&’ union, Captain Hart Lindy will find himself reluctantly drawn into the National Transportation Safety Board&’s inquiry only to discover that someone is going to great lengths—including murder and kidnapping—to prevent the facts from being exposed. But who? And why? These are the questions Lindy will need to answer to get at the truth about what really happened to Flight 63. His task is complicated by his own personal demons, including the horrors of past airline crash investigations, as well as walking a diplomatic tightrope with an eccentric FBI special agent who is barely tolerating protocol, and an ambitious female investigator with eyes for Hart. Written by a veteran airline pilot and aviation analyst, Paper Wings will keep you up in the air and on the edge of your seat! &“A masterful mélange of deadly mysteries and desperate acts.&”—John J. Nance, New York Times–bestselling author of Lockout
Nirvana in a Nutshell: 157 Zen Meditations
by Scott ShawMeditations to help you stop seeking inner peace—and start experiencing it instead. Nirvana is not to be found in the fulfillment of endless desires, the analysis of profound thoughts, or even hours, days, or years of meditative contemplation. In fact, it is the very act of seeking to obtain happiness, peace, and enlightenment that keeps them out of reach. Nirvana in a Nutshell offers 157 Zen meditations to help you discover what you might be doing (or not doing) in your life to sabotage your goal of reaching inner peace, your own personal paradise. But, as Scott Shaw explains, a desire for Nirvana is like any other desire—a cause of suffering. Let go of the quest and become that which you truly seek and you will find your own Nirvana.
The Chief: The Life of William Randolph Hearst
by David NasawThe definitive and &“utterly absorbing&” biography of America&’s first news media baron based on newly released private and business documents (Vanity Fair).William Randolph Hearst, known to his staff as the Chief, was a brilliant business strategist and a man of prodigious appetites. By the 1930s, he controlled the largest publishing empire in the United States, including twenty-eight newspapers, the Cosmopolitan Picture Studio, radio stations, and thirteen magazines. He quickly learned how to use this media stronghold to achieve unprecedented political power.The son of a gold miner, Hearst underwent a public metamorphosis from Harvard dropout to political kingmaker; from outspoken populist to opponent of the New Deal; and from citizen to congressman. In The Chief, David Nasaw presents an intimate portrait of the man famously characterized in the classic film Citizen Kane.With unprecedented access to Hearst&’s personal and business papers, Nasaw details Heart&’s relationship with his wife Millicent and his romance with Marion Davies; his interactions with Hitler, Mussolini, Churchill, and every American president from Grover Cleveland to Franklin Roosevelt; and his acquaintance with movie giants such as Louis B. Mayer, Jack Warner, and Irving Thalberg. An &“absorbing, sympathetic portrait of an American original,&” The Chief sheds light on the private life of a very public man (Chicago Tribune).
Movements in European History (The\cambridge Edition Of The Works Of D. H. Lawrence Ser.)
by D. H. LawrenceThe celebrated novelist and poet presents a vivid history of Europe from Ancient Rome to the early 20thcentury in this restored, authoritative edition. Though D. H. Lawrence was one of the great writers of the twentieth century, his works were severely corrupted by the stringent house-styling of printers and the intrusive editing of timid publishers. A team of scholars at Cambridge University Press has worked for more than thirty years to restore the definitive texts of D. H. Lawrence in The Cambridge Editions. In 1918, a publisher at Oxford University Press approached D.H. Lawrence with the proposition of writing a textbook on European history. A great lover of history, Lawrence presents a lively narrative of European civilizations from the fall of Ancient Rome to the unification of Germany in the early twentieth century. This edition restores Lawrence&’s original text, which had been censored before publication. It also identifies and analyzes Lawrence&’s methods of using the sourcebooks on which his writing was based.
The Well-Traveled Home
by Sandra EspinetLuxury homes with international panache—includes over 175 exquisite photos.Sandra Espinet&’s extensive world travels produce finds of exquisitely wrought artisanal furniture, dramatic artworks, and exotic accessories that are put to beautiful use in interiors. Blending the fabulous objects culled from particular corners of the globe is a delicate art form. Well-known to viewers of HGTV, Espinet is a mix-master of eclectic convergence, a specialist in the fearless melding of exotic elements with traditional furnishings into stylish and unforgettable presentations of comfort and calm, exhilaration and extravagance. This gorgeous book showcases her unique knack for incorporating international treasures into alluring domestic living spaces.
Snowflakes: Creative Paper Cutouts for All Seasons
by Cindy HighamCreate unique paper snowflakes at home or in the classroom with 144 patterns designed for every season. Everyone can have fun using Snowflakes: Creative Paper Cutouts for All Seasons, creating one-of-a-kind designs for Christmas, Thanksgiving, Halloween, Valentine&’s Day, St. Patrick&’s Day, and other holidays, plus themes for winter, spring, summer, and fall. The 144 patterns are ideal for scrapbooking, holiday cards, and decorating. You can also use your snowflake patterns as quilt blocks, stencils, crochet patterns, wood ornaments, or patterns for stained glass! Use Snowflakes as a tool to learn the techniques and then begin experimenting on your own.