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Eighteen Minutes: The Battle of San Jacinto and the Texas Independence Campaign
by Stephen L. MooreIt was the decisive eighteen-minute Battle of San Jacinto where the famous words "Remember the Alamo!" were first shouted. In Eighteen Minutes, Stephen L. Moore describes the momentous battle that established the independent Lone Star Republic. Told largely through the eyes of the participants, the recollections included here are words from over 120 Texan and Mexican soldiers. The book follows General Sam Houston as he takes command of the Texas Volunteers to lead them to victory six weeks after the fall of the Alamo at San Jacinto, the town since known as the birthplace of Texas liberty. The battle and its aftermath are covered in great detail and include the capture of Santa Anna, the "Yellow Rose" controversy, and the death of a woman on the battlefield. Special features include rosters of all Texans involved in the battle, a list of casualties, and the details on other companies involved in the campaign. Eighteen Minutes is a comprehensive history of how revenge for the defeat of the Alamo was at last achieved.
Come On Over
by Gooseberry PatchMake simple meals special and special meals simple...that's what Come on Over is all about! It's filled with recipes and tips for easy, come-as-you-are dining from morning 'til nighttime. Try cooking up some overnight coffee cake, sweet berry popover, spicy buffalo bites, pizza by the scoop, Dutch oven stew, herb biscuits supreme, Cheddar ziti bake, Santa Fe sandwiches, 4-layer cookie bars and red velvet cake. It's loaded with helpful ideas for memorable gatherings too.
The Battle of Verdun
by Alan AxelrodThe Great War ate men, machines, and money without mercy or remission. At the end of 1915, the German army chief of staff, Erich von Falkenhayn, believed he knew how to finally kill the beast and win the war. On Christmas day, 1915, Falkenhayn sent a letter to Kaiser Wilhelm II proposing a campaign to demoralize Britain, whose industrial might and maritime power were the foundation of the alliance against Germany, while also knocking France out of the war. He wrote that the &“strain on France has reached breaking point …. If we succeed in opening the eyes of her people to the fact that in a military sense they have nothing more to hope for, that breaking point would be reached and England&’s best sword knocked out of her hand.&” His plan was to attack a single point the French perceived as so vital that they would be compelled &“to throw in every man they have.&” Falkenhayn concluded: &“If they do so, the forces of France will bleed to death&” or, as he put it later, the &“French army would be bled white.&” Falkenhayn&’s target of choice was Verdun, a place that, throughout virtually all of the history of Europe, had been a fortress. Located within a loop of the Meuse River, it occupied a strategic blocking position in the Meuse River valley. As recently as the Franco-Prussian War of 1871, Verdun had been the last of the French fortified cities to hold out against the German onslaught. After that war, it had been vastly augmented, so that it was now a circle of detached forts surrounding a central citadel. The town of Verdun itself, also fortified, was likewise encircled by forts distributed in a five-mile radius. The combined massive complex guarded not only passage through the river valley region, but also dominated a key railroad junction leading to points south, southwest, west, and north in France. Along with the related, but separate, Battle of the Somme, Verdun was among the most deadly battles in history. To understand this struggle is to understand all of World War I, including the principal stated motive of Woodrow Wilson for bringing the United States into the &“European War&” in April 1917. For him, Verdun proved both France&’s determination to win at all costs and the likelihood that, without help, it would be defeated nevertheless. The unparalleled barbarity of Verdun, a product of the Old World, convinced the American president that only the principal nation of the New World could finally alter the grim course of human destiny. While many, both in 1916 and in the decades that followed, saw Verdun as a bloody monument to the inescapable futility of war, Wilson saw in it a hope for fighting what he would call a &“war to end all wars.&”
Crochet Snails and Mushroom Sprites
by Megan LappJump into this Cottagecore Collection Full of Snail Steeds and Mushroom Riders! Mushroom Sprites and Snails are a delightful pairing, offering endless possibilities for crafting magical creatures. With Mushroom Sprites available in various sizes, limb options, and cap styles, and Snails in small, medium, and giant sizes with round or pointed shells, this book provides everything you need to create a whimsical duo. As a bonus, you'll find instructions for leashes, reins, and saddles that allow the Mushroom Sprites to take their Snails on adventures through meadows and forests. Patterns are accessible for all skill levels, with simpler mushroom shapes for beginners and intricate spiraling shells and colorwork for more advanced crafters. All patterns include detailed photos so you can easily follow the instructions to create enchanting amigurumi. Use the included photo galleries and planning sheets to design your unique creatures and track your progress, and refer to the Glossary of Terms and Stitches for helpful guidance along the way. You'll soon be enjoying the company of a whole fairy ring of Mushroom Sprites and their Snail companions!
Fairies 1, 2, 3
by Liza Gardner WalshHow many baby fairies do you see? Try to keep count as they go through the day and more and more baby fairies appear to join in the fun.
Preggatinis™: Mixology for the Mom-to-Be
by Natalie BovisThings move quickly in the cocktail fast lane—but slow to a crawl when pregnancy kicks in. Right? Wrong! Even when sporting a &“baby bump,&” modern moms can stay in the social swing of things with Preggatinis, featuring lip-smacking, liquorless libations designed by master mixologist Natalie Bovis-Nelsen, aka &“The Liquid Muse.&”Within these pages are 75 original Preggatini recipes highlighting fresh juices, herbs, and garnishes as well as ideas for Preggatini Parties—a modern spin on the humdrum baby shower. Organized by pregnancy stages and symptoms, this lavishly illustrated, pocket-sized, virtually intoxicating guide also offers quotes from famous moms and sidebars about pregnancy and health and such options as &“De-virginize for Dad&”—making these drinks applicable to all. Includes a recipe exclusively provided by Celebrity Chef Michel Richard, recipient of the 2007 Outstanding Chef James Beard award, author of Happy in the Kitchen, and owner of the legendary Citronelle restaurant in Washington, DC.
Lacrosse: Fundamentals for Winning
by David UrickEight-time national championship coach David Urick shows players and coaches the pathways to lacrosse success!
Snowflake Comes to Stay
by Karel HayesThis is the charming and original tale of author Harriet Harrington, who lives alone in a small house in the woods, and prefers it that way. Her persistent friend Monique, however, believes Harriet needs a friend. Monique breeds puppies and she will not take no for an answer. So, a small Bichon Frise puppy named Snowflake comes to live with Harriet and Harriet's life will never be the same. this story of an independent woman who grows to love something she never wanted will enchant children and adults alike.
Rush-Hour Recipes: Over 230 Quick to Fix Dinner RecipesYour Family Will Love...Even Slow-Cooker Meals and Potluck Dishes!
by Gooseberry PatchChallenged to serve up satisfying, budget-friendly meals on busy weeknights? You're in luck...Rush-Hour Recipes is jam-packed with 230 yummy, quick & easy dinner recipes everyone will enjoy.You'll find speedy 5-Ingredient Favorites like Bacon & Cheddar Chicken and Melinda's Mexican Manicotti, plus Virgil's Veggie Fettuccine, Deep-Dish Skillet Pizza and other tasty One-Dish Dinners. On chilly days, warm 'em up with recipes from Soup's On! like Tom's Chili Con Carne and Hearty Healthy Minestrone. Slow-cooker recipes like Beef Tips & Noodles and Easy Cheesy Enchiladas can't be beat for cook-all-day convenience. We've even included easy crowd-pleasers like Italian Hamburger Mac, Luau Baked Beans and Old-Fashioned Butterscotch Bars...they make extra-large servings so they're perfect to share with friends or tote to a last-minute potluck or bake sale.Many dishes can be prepared in 30 minutes or less, using familiar pantry ingredients. This is sure to become one cookbook you'll turn to again & again! Hardcover, 224 pages. (9-1/4" x 6-1/2")
Treasures of Mechanical Music
by Arthur A. Reblitz Q. David BowersThis book contains over four hundred fifty tuning scales, tracker scales and key frame layouts for player and reproducing pianos, coin pianos and orchestrions, music boxes, table-top organettes, reed, pipe, and electronic organs, barrel organs and various other miscellaneous mechanical musical instruments.In addition to the six hundred fifty pictures and illustrations, there are capsule histories of many of the companies which produced these instruments on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean.There are numerous informative articles on such subjects as arranging piano rolls, how to decode an unknown scale, how "nickelodeon" rolls were originally made, selecting the type of roll to be used for a new orchestrion, arranging music for barrel organs, tuning antique instruments, how rolls are perforated and detailed pictorial tours of both the QRS and Play-Rite Music Roll factories as they manufactured rolls in the early 1980s.There's a good bit of information on player pipe organs, and for the carousel buffs, a fascinating collection of pictures of Charles Looff, the carousel builder, and many of the fine machines he made—all of which were fitted with beautiful mechanical organs.
Basic Illustrated Wilderness First Aid
by William Forgey M.D.The new Basic Illustrated books are information-packed tools in a heavily illustrated, richly designed, contemporary four-color format. Written for the novice but great as a handy reference for the veteran, these highly illustrated guides distill years of knowledge into affordable and portable packages. Whether you're planning a trip or thumbing for facts in the field, Basic Illustrated books show you what you need to know.Discover how to:Assemble an outdoor first-aid kit of essential itemsSoothe bites and stingsDeal with hot and cold injuriesWrap sprains, fractures, and dislocated jointsHandle backcountry emergencies until professional medical help arrives
Edible Wild Plants: A Falcon Field Guide
by Todd TelanderFully revised and updated, Edible Wild Plants highlights ninety of the most common and sought-after edible plant species in North America. Detailed illustrations and descriptions make it easy to identify plants in your backyard and beyond. Organized by family for easy identification, this is the essential source when you&’re out in the field.
The Bar/Bat Mitzvah Planbook
by Jane Lewit Ellen EpsteinA comprehensive, step-by-step handbook that leads parents through every detail. —Library Journal
Brothers in Valor: Battlefield Stories of the 89 African Americans Awarded the Medal of Honor
by Robert F. Jefferson Jr.During the Battle of Fort Wagner in 1863, Sgt. William Harvey Carney picked up the fallen flag from his lifeless comrade. He waved the flag for all of the 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry to see and led the way to the parapet to plant the colors. After Col. Robert Gould Shaw was mortally wounded, Carney inspired his infantry forward. Even after sustaining severe wounds, Carney proudly declared, &“Boys, the old flag never touched the ground!&” After this battle, Carney became the first African American to receive the Medal of Honor.Since the American Civil War, scores of African Americans have served with great distinction. Through thousands of historical accounts, photographs, and documentary evidence, Robert Jefferson introduces the 89 black soldiers who continued forward when all odds were against them. The heroes within these pages faced certain death and definite danger without flinching.Jefferson paints a vivid portrait of African-American soldiers who carried the flag of freedom and how they reshaped the very definition of courage under fire during some of the most harrowing moments in United States military history. In turn, their courage and determination left an indelible mark on the American portrait.
Jay Robert Nash's Crime Chronology: A Worldwide Record 1900-1983
by Jay Robert NashJay Robert Nash, best-selling author and one of the world's foremost crime historians, has compiled in one volume thousands of the most significant and fascinating crimes of the twentieth century.This extensive worldwide chronology is a year-by-year, crime-by crime historical record, Organized by criminal activity—Murder, Robbery, Organized Crime, Miscellaneous—the entries provide dates, names, locations, outcomes, and a host of other details. A thorough index makes it easy to locate information about a particular crime or criminal, while the unique chronological organization offers an original perspective on worldwide crime in the years 1900-1983. Throughout, Jay Robert Nash's lively text makes fascinating reading, especially for anyone with a taste for the macabre, the scandalous, or the outrageous.
Riders in the Storm: The Triumphs and Tragedies of a Black Cavalry Regiment in the Civil War
by John D. Warner Jr.The service of African-American soldiers during the Civil War is one of that conflict&’s most stirring, if still not completely understood, aspects. In this comprehensive account—from recruitment into combat, and covering all the military, political, and social aspects of this story—John D. Warner recounts the history of the 5th Massachusetts Cavalry Regiment, the only Black cavalry regiment raised in the North during the war.After Massachusetts made history with the 54th and 55th Infantry Regiments, its governor wanted to continue the experiment of training African-Americans as Union fighting men, this time as cavalry. Where the infantry regiments recruited largely free Blacks from the North, the 5th focused on escaped slaves who it was believed would be better horsemen. (But not solely: the regiment&’s members included a son of Frederick Douglass and, interestingly, several Hawaiian islanders.) This gave the regiment a sharper edge: not only would the former slaves be fighting for themselves, but they would be fighting to liberate loved ones still enslaved. The 5th&’s officers were drawn from Boston&’s abolitionist elite, including Charles Francis Adams Jr., great-grandson and grandson of U.S. presidents, son of the U.S. ambassador to the United Kingdom. In the spring of 1864, the regiment journeyed south and fought in Grant&’s siege of Petersburg, where it joined attacks that nearly took the city in June. The 5th was then abruptly sent to Maryland to guard Confederate prisoners of war, until Col. Charles Francis Adams advocated for, and was granted, a return to combat duty. As part of the mostly Black XXV Corps, the cavalrymen found themselves at the vanguard of the Union army as it captured Richmond. On April 3, 1865, the 5th Massachusetts Cavalry Regiment was among the first units to enter the burning Confederate capital, at once a hellscape of destruction and a heaven for liberated slaves. Denied the rapid demobilization granted white regiments, the 5th ended the war in Texas on the Mexican border. In the spirit of the book One Gallant Rush and the movie Glory, Riders in the Storm covers—uncovers and indeed recovers—the story of the African-American cavalrymen of the 5th Massachusetts. Author John Warner has literal fingertip command of the primary sources, and after spending two decades researching letters, diaries, reports, newspapers, and more, he tells a story of resilience in the face of adversity, one that will resonate not just during the present moment of reckoning with race in the United States, but in the annals of American history for all time.
Nymphs, The Mayflies: The Major Species
by Ernest SchwiebertVolume IFor the fly fisher seeking to catch more and bigger trout, fishing nymphs--patterns that mimic the larval stage of mayflies--can be a surefire approach. Nymphs: The Mayflies, the first volume in a totally revised edition of the 1973 original, is the singular authority on identifying the myriad species of mayfly larvae and tying imitations that will attract trout all across the country. Author Ernest G. Schwiebert spent the last fifty years of his life traveling, fishing, and gathering information on scores of mayfly species across the country. The 1973 edition of Nymphs set forth his initial findings. Now in this wholly revised and expanded form, Schwiebert's last work offers the reader exacting details of every major mayfly species for the sake of identification, along with recipes for dozens of fly patterns to imitate them.This new edition also contains numerous stories and anecdotes from Schwiebert's travels, some never set down in writing before, that further add to the understanding of how to choose, cast, and fish nymphs, and life.
Scats and Tracks of the Pacific Coast: A Field Guide to the Signs of 70 Wildlife Species (Scats and Tracks Series)
by James HalfpennySee those animal signs on the trail? Was that footprint left by a fox or a wolf? Was that pile of droppings deposited by a moose, a mouse, or a marten? Scats and Tracks of the Pacific Coast will help you determine which mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians have passed your way and could still be nearby. Clearly written descriptions and illustrations of scats, tracks, and gait patterns will help you recognize seventy Pacific Coast species. An identification key, a glossary of tracking terms, and detailed instructions on how to document your finds are also included here. Easy-to-use scat and track measurements appear on each page, making this book especially field friendly and letting you know if a white tailed ptarmigan, a red fox, or even a black bear has been your way.
Tennessee Curiosities: Quirky Characters, Roadside Oddities & Other Offbeat Stuff (Curiosities Series)
by Kristin LunaThe definitive collection of Tennessee's odd, wacky, and most offbeat people, places, and things, for Tennessee residents and anyone else who enjoys local humor and trivia with a twist.
Man Who Saved Books
by Lynn PlourdeOne town&’s trashbecomes the dump man&’s treasure in this inspiring tale by award-winning author Lynn Plourde. Mr. Pottle, who oversees the town landfill, just cannot bear to see books thrown out and destroyed, so he rescues and recycles them for the community to enjoy. When Mr. Pottle takes a fall one day and is injured, that community—especially the children—comes to his rescue. The townspeople bring books to speed his recovery—and are amazed to discover that the book-loving man cannot read. That&’s when a town full of eager readers helps Mr. Pottle to fully enjoy his treasures.Illustrations by Mary Beth Owens are packed with details that capture the chaos and beauty of a dump and show Mr. Pottle&’s determination to let nothing of value to go to waste. Little ones will love the way favorite items keep showing up in different places around the dump.An enjoyable picture book in its own right, The Man Who Saved Books also delivers a heartwarming message about the treasures to be found in books, in reading together, and in friendship.
Fresh Maine Salads: Innovative Recipes from Appetizers to Desserts
by Cynthia Finnemore SimondsInnovative, delicious recipes from a Maine caterer, these salads go way beyond vegetables and way beyond being mere side dishes! Simonds shows us how to think of salads as the feature of a meal. She also includes recipes for delicious dressings and garnishes, and an appendix lists sources for many of the ingredients.
The Immaculate Inning: Unassisted Triple Plays, 40/40 Seasons, and the Stories Behind Baseball's Rarest Feats
by Joe CoxThe Immaculate Inning shines a light on the miracle of baseball&’s endless possibility—the way that on any given day, someone (maybe a star, or maybe a scrub) could perform the rarest of single-game feats or cap off a seemingly unobtainable chase for a record. Covering a selection of the most unusual, significant, and rare feats in baseball history, both in the context of single-day (and sometimes even single-play) events and those that require a longer streak or a full season&’s excellence to reach or complete, the book clearly defines how each task is amassed, provides historical background, and tells riveting stories of the ballplayers that did the unthinkable.
The Huckleberry Cookbook
by Stephanie Hester Alex HesterResidents of huckleberry country and visitors alike go wild for huckleberries every summer when the tiny purple fruits make their appearance in their remote mountain patches and at regional farmers&’ markets. Including such recipes as Huckleberry Sourdough Pancakes and Huckleberry Cream Cheese Tartlets, plus twists on classic recipes for pork tenderloin, duck, and chicken, this is a must-have cookbook for huckleberry lovers. This edition will include color photography and line art, as well as 20 new recipes.
Insiders' Guide® to Atlanta
by Janice McDonaldFrom the Martin Luther King National Site to the World of Coca-Cola, the High Museum of Art, and Stone Mountain Park, discover all that Atlanta has to offer. Written by local expert, Janice McDonald, Insiders&’ Guide® to Atlanta is the essential source on the big peach. Written for locals and travelers alike, this comprehensive guide covers in-depth travel information and tips, relocation advice, and much more. The newly researched, revised, and up-to-date edition features: Comprehensive listings of notable cuisine, memorable tourist attractions, unique experiences, lively nightlife, and quality accommodations Recommendations for shopping, entertainment, and children&’s activitiesAdvice on how to live and thrive in the area—from recreation to relocationSuggested itineraries for day trips, annual events, and exploring local secrets Our insider, Janice McDonald, owns her own Atlanta-based production company, J-Mac Productions, and has produced material for the Travel Channel, ABC, NBC, CBS, and VH-1, among others. She is a contributing editor for travel girl magazine and writes for numerous publications.Discover your travel destination. Your home. Your home-to-be.
Day Trips® from Phoenix, Tucson & Flagstaff: Getaway Ideas for the Local Traveler (Day Trips Series)
by Pam HaitRediscover the simple pleasures of a day trip with Day Trips from Phoenix, Tucson, and Flagstaff. This guide is packed with hundreds of exciting things for locals and vacationers to do, see, and discover within a two-hour drive of these popular Arizona cities. With full trip-planning information, Day Trips from Phoenix, Tucson, and Flagstaff.helps makes the most of a brief getaway.