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Felted Fiber Menagerie: Needle Felted Table Toppers
by Neysa RussoCombine 3-D needle felting and tapestry felting to create a menagerie to liven up your table. Illustrated, step-by-step instructions for felting both the 3-D head and the flat part of each table mat are included. Fill your table with 21 different beastly and beautiful creatures: exotic animals such as the zebra, giraffe, elephant, and tiger; barnyarn animals like the sheep and goat; insects like a bumble bee and ladybug; forest creatures, fantasy animals like the unicorn, and more!
Medicinal Plants of North America: A Field Guide
by Jim MeuninckThis exquisitely detailed, full-color field guide provides the identification details and practical information needed to find and properly use many of the medicinal plants and wild plant foods that provide chemicals necessary for optimum health and disease prevention. The book takes the user from simple and familiar plants to ones that are less common and more difficult to identify. Each of the 122 plant entries includes a color photograph, plant description, and location. Plants are grouped according to how common or rare they are, as well as to where they are found: prairies, woodlands, mountains, deserts, and wetlands.Relevant facts about each plant include toxicity, historical uses, modern uses, as well as wildlife/veterinary uses. Additional information featured in this extraordinary field guide: explanations of how each plant affects the human body; cultural and ethnic uses of medicinal herbs and cooking spices; other creatures who consume the plants; a list of most recommended garden herbs; web site resources, and much more.
A Very Merry Christmas Cookbook
by Gooseberry PatchFor a festive brunch, Country Club Eggs and Apricot-Almond Coffee Cake are sure to please. On snowy days, treat the kids to Gingerbread Pancakes and Christmas Cocoa. Warm 'em up at lunchtime with Lela's Beef & Vegetable Soup.Easy main dishes like Quick One-Pot Burrito Bowl and Sour Cream Spaghetti will help you get dinner on the table in a jiffy. Create new holiday traditions with Baked Ham with Citrus-Mustard Dressing or Mom's Barbecue Brisket. Nina's Corn Pudding, Zucchini Pecan Bread and Carrot Apple Slaw will make it a meal they'll always remember.Easy Pulled Pork for a Crowd and Aloha Chicken Wings are perfect for party time. Welcome the new year with Roasted Red Pepper Spread, Pauline's Spiced Peanuts and &“Champagne&” Punch...cheers! Of course, we couldn't forget Christmas sweets. Fill your cookie trays with Cherry Twinkles, Elf Thumbprints and Grandma's Jelly Cookies...delight everyone at dessert time with Red Velvet Poke Cake.You'll find easy-to-follow directions using familiar ingredients, plus sweet holiday memories and clever tips for creating your own sweet memories.
Camper's Guide to Southern California: Parks, Lakes, Forest, and Beaches
by Mickey LittleBetter than dry matches on a rainy night, this new edition locates and describes hundreds of marvelous camping opportunities and recreational activities. Featuring key campground eatures, facilities, and activities, this guide's 160 + maps take you right where you want to go. This edition is packed with maps and information on 87 state and national parks, lakes, beaches, forests, and recreation areas.
Arizona on Stage: Playhouses, Plays, and Players in the Territory, 1879-1912
by Thomas P. CollinsMost of the books that have been written about territorial Arizona and the southwest focus on the Indian Wars, outlaws, violent crimes, gambling, saloons, and bawdy houses. They foster and perpetuate the notion that southwest mining towns in the nineteenth century were little more than battlefields and lawless dens of vice and corruption. This is only half true. The lawyers, judges, doctors, army officers, bankers, journalists, teachers, and businessmen and women who actually ran the towns were educated and culturally sophisticated people who yearned for the niceties of Atlantic Coast culture. They built churches, founded choral societies and amateur theater troupes, and built libraries, multi-purpose halls, and &“opera houses&” where talented professional actors and their companies performed both the classics and contemporary melodramas, operas, minstrels shows, etc. These men and women spent a considerable amount of their leisure time in the theater, often as much as three nights per week. The plays they attended reflected their social and moral values, their taste, and their worship of theatrical celebrities. Their attendance and financial support of the theater was a measure of their civic pride and social consciousness. This popular history will help to balance the image of the Wild West.
Old Man and the Flea
by Mary Elizabeth HansonThe Old Man and The Flea by Mary Elizabeth Hanson is a book about an old man who lives alone and goes in search of a pet to keep him company. He does not want a traditional pet that barks too much, scratches too much, or eats too much and decides on a pet flea that sleeps in a matchbox. The old man and his pet flea have wonderful times together until the townspeople think he is talking to himself.
Spooky North Carolina: Tales of Hauntings, Strange Happenings, and Other Local Lore (Spooky)
by S. E. SchlosserThe spirit of a railroad flagman shines his lantern along the tracks near Maco, where he lost his head in a train accident. The ghost of a girl haunts the grave robbers who stole her corpse to use in a college medical department. And in a swamp outside Smithfield, a grisly mass hanging is re-created on dark nights. All this and much more!
Ship of Lost Souls: The Tragic Wreck of the Steamship Valencia
by Rod ScherOf all the stories of ships lost in what has come to be called the &“Graveyard of the Pacific,&” that of the steamship Valencia is among the saddest. In January 1906, the Valencia set out from San Francisco, bound for Seattle with 108 passengers and some sixty-five crew members aboard. Owing to bad weather and the captain&’s mistakes, the ship struck a reef eleven miles off Cape Beale on the southwest coast of Vancouver Island. Rocks gashed open the ship&’s hull, and a series of further missteps soon compounded the tragedy a hundredfold. Only thirty-seven people survived, largely because of a lack of lifesaving infrastructure in the rugged area where the Valencia ran aground.The wreck of the Valencia was an especially tragic one. To begin with, most on board perished, including every woman and child, many of whom had been lashed to the rigging high above the deck in an attempt to save them from the crashing waves. Additionally, the wreck itself was almost certainly avoidable, due almost entirely to navigational errors the captain made. Finally, rescue efforts—such as they were—were hampered by not just the sea and weather but by the mistakes (and some say the cowardice) of the would-be rescuers.This book pieces together the story of the Valencia and her tragic end, weaving together not just the threads of the ill-fated voyage itself but also relevant contextual history, including the development of radio technologies and lifesaving equipment and services that simply came too late to help the doomed voyagers.
Scenic Routes & Byways West Virginia (Scenic Routes & Byways)
by Su Clauson-WickerScenic Routes & Byways West Virginia features nearly twenty-five separate drives through the Mountain State, from rock ridges and gorges to springs, spas and rustic farms. An indispensable highway companion, Scenic Routes & Byways West Virginia includes route maps and in-depth descriptions of attractions.
Mountain Biking the Colorado Trail
by Michael J. HenryThis is the essential how-to book for bikepacking on the Colorado Trail, whether you want to ride a segment or two on the weekends, or all 535 miles in one go. It is a companion resource that includes bike-specific information missed by other Colorado Trail guidebooks. It also serves as an experiential resource for riders, written in a friendly, casual style from one mountain biker to another. Join Michael J. Henry as he shares the tips and tricks you need to know for each segment of the Trail while also answering the experiential questions through stories about his time completing the whole Trail over the course of three summers.In addition to the cold, hard data about the Trail, you will benefit from Henry's practical and honest advice on things like: • Training – how to prepare your legs, your mind, and your gear • Your bike – what you'll want, what you'll need, and how to prep the machine • Gear – camping gear, clothing, supplies, technology • Food and water – what you'll need, and a little bit about calorie and hydration physiology • A rough 17-day plan that can be expanded or shortened • Short interviews with others who have ridden the Trail • The good, the bad, and the okay about eating and sleeping on the Trail • The Zen of riding and suffering – the mindset you'll need, how to deal with pain and self-doubt, and how keep up morale
Weeknight Dinners 6 Ingredients or Less (Keep It Simple)
by Gooseberry PatchNeed to change up dinnertime and try something new? Have just the essentials on hand? Would you rather serve a home-cooked meal instead of ordering take-out? Weeknight Dinners with 6 Ingredients or Less is here to help! In addition to over 300 delicious recipes like you&’d expect from Gooseberry Patch this book is filled with more than 150 delectable photos to help you whip up more than 260 weeknight dinners for your family & friends!
The Combat History of German Tiger Tank Battalion 503 in World War II
by Franz-Wilhelm Lochmann Alfred Rubbel Richard Freiherr von RosenThis book tells—with firsthand accounts as well as numerous, never-before-seen photographs—the combat history of German Tiger Tank Battalion 503, the senior Tiger battalion of the German Army, equipped with both the Tiger I and the King Tiger. The unit saw action in the attempted relief of Stalingrad, the tremendous tank engagements at Kursk, and the bitter fighting to relieve German units encircled at the Tscherkassy Pocket. It then defended against the Allies in Normandy in 1944, and ended the war with desperate fighting in Hungary and Austria.
50 Vegetarian Recipes from 50 Years at Claire's Corner Copia
by Claire CriscuoloA culinary icon's legacy through 50 timeless vegetarian recipes and heartfelt stories. Step into the welcoming world of Claire's Corner Copia through this anniversary cookbook that celebrates a half-century of nourishing both body and soul. From crowd-favorite lasagnas to celebrated scones, each recipe carries the warmth and wisdom of Claire Criscuolo's pioneering approach to vegetarian cooking. Inside, you'll find: Classic dishes that blend Italian, Mexican, Middle Eastern, and Greek influences Healing recipes developed during the pandemic, including restorative smoothies and mocktails Personal stories and photographs that capture five decades of serving the New Haven community Clear instructions for recreating Claire's most requested dishes at home Whether you're a longtime patron or new to vegetarian cooking, this collection invites you to experience the timeless appeal of fresh, wholesome food made with love. Each recipe is accompanied by full-color photography and Claire's warmhearted stories, making this book both a practical cookbook and a touching tribute to one of America's most enduring vegetarian establishments.
The 50 Greatest Players in Detroit Tigers History (50 Greatest Players)
by Robert W. CohenThis book carefully examines the careers of the fifty men who made the greatest impact on one of the most successful franchises in the history of professional sports. Features of The 50 Greatest Players in Detroit Tigers History include quotes from opposing players and former teammates, summaries of each player&’s best season, recaps of their most memorable performances, and listings of their notable achievements.
Best Hikes Near Sacramento (Best Hikes Near Series)
by Tracy SalcedoIt&’s not necessary to travel far from home for a great hike. With these information-packed guides in hand, readers have everything they need for the adventure they seek, from an easy nature walk to a multiday backpacking trip. Each hike includes: location, length, hiking time, level of difficulty, and if dogs can come along. Other features include:Trail finder chart that categorizes each hike (e.g. for particular attractions such as scenic views and if it&’s suitable for families with kids)Full-color photos throughoutInformation on the area&’s history, geology, flora, and faunaFull-color maps of each trail
The Southern Kitchen Garden: Vegetables, Fruits, Herbs and Flowers Essential for the Southern Cook
by William D. Adams Tom LeRoyBrimming with fresh vegetables, herbs, flowers, and fruit, the kitchen garden is a celebration of the seasons from deep roots in the South - at times being the difference between being well-fed or hungry. The kitchen garden has now become fashionable addition to urban, suburban, and country homes. The book contains a planting guide for a variety of garden examples, charts, is essential reading for all gardeners ready to produce food for their tables.
Great Food Finds Washington, DC: Delicious Food from the Nation's Capital
by Beth KanterFood, cooking and restaurants reflect the spirit of Washington, DC, the people who live there, and their many cultures and cuisines. Culinary traditions here are firm, but there is a dynamic food/dining evolution taking place––from the finest white tablecloth restaurants to homey mom and pop cafes and chic new eateries. Great Food Finds Washington, DC features recipes for the home cook from the Capital&’s most celebrated eateries alongside beautiful photography.
Practical Celestial Navigation
by Susan P. HowellPraised by The Practical Sailor as "a first-class piece of work," Susan P. Howell's Practical Celestial Navigation was developed for Mystic Seaport's navigation courses. This third edition, originally published by the Seaport's Planetarium, retains the step-by-step format of the original, along with an abundance of diagrams and practice problems. Practical Celestial Navigation is recommended as a self-instruction text for beginners or for old celestial hands getting back in practice.
Hiking Nebraska: A Guide to the State's Greatest Hiking Adventures
by Seth BrooksHiking Nebraska features detailed hike descriptions, miles and directions, trailhead GPS coordinates, and informative maps for 45 of the greatest hikes in the cornhusker state. Hikes will take readers through the wide-open grasslands, rugged cliffs and canyons, and towering buttes that comprise the diverse natural beauty of Nebraska. From the wooded bluffs near the Missouri River to the badlands of the western half of the state, discover the plethora of hiking trails that might just be Nebraska&’s best kept secret.
Pinch of This, A Dash of That: Heart-felt recipes & memories of Grandma's cooking
by Gooseberry PatchFavorite family recipes that are hand-picked & time-tested! Updated with 16 pages of photos, this all-time best-seller, originally published in 1998, is filled with recipes made with a pinch of love!The journey to Grandma&’s house ended by driving down a long, bumpy farm lane and coming to a handsome old farmhouse set among tall trees. We&’d visit on the porch for a while, and then when we couldn&’t sit still any longer, we&’d run inside where delicious scents greeted us!Her best-loved recipes were never written down, they were always just "a pinch of this, a dash of that, which we felt was the perfect title for this cookbook! It&’s full of the best recipes we remember from family homecomings…Yankee Fried Chicken, Whipped Sweet Potatoes, Mom&’s Potato Salad, Feather Bed Rolls, Daisy Brown Sugar Cookies and Honey Bun Cake. We&’ve also tucked in lots of fun quotes full of good, old-fashioned advice!So take some time to settle down in the porch swing and plan a family homecoming…enjoy the pleasure of old and new friendships and happy times with family! 204 Recipes.
Science of Miracles: Investigating the Incredible
by Joe NickellAn entertaining, comprehensive, and science-based study of miracle claims Is the Shroud of Turin really the burial cloth of Jesus, produced by a miraculous burst of radiant energy at the moment of Resurrection? What happens at faith-healing services to provide apparently miraculous cures? Steering between the twin pillars of belief and disbelief, experienced paranormal investigator Joe Nickell examines these claims and more. Relying on his forty-plus years of experience in tracking down the solutions to mysteries, Nickell uses on-site examinations, lab experiments, and other detective methods to uncover the facts behind the most incredible claims. He evaluates the evidence in six major categories of miracle claims: miraculous images (such as "weeping" icons); magical relics (like the Shroud of Turin and the Holy Grail); miracle healings (at Lourdes or at the hands of healers like Benny Hinn); visionary experiences (including near-death experiences); saintly powers (such as stigmata); and "the devil's work" (such as demonic possession). Conveying the sense of adventure surrounding the investigation of any mystery, this is both entertaining reading and a comprehensive, science-based study of miracle claims.
Make Your Own Wreaths: For Any Occasion in Any Season
by Nancy AlexanderWhy wait for the holidays when you can adorn your home with a variety of beautiful wreaths all year long! Floral wreaths add a special accent to your home, but can be expensive to buy. Save money and express your creativity by learning to make your own wreaths with this step-by-step guide--so detailed, it is the only book on wreath-making you'll ever need!
Glorious Golden Ratio
by Alfred S. Posamentier Ingmar LehmannWhat exactly is the Golden Ratio? How was it discovered? Where is it found? These questions and more are thoroughly explained in this engaging tour of one of mathematics' most interesting phenomena. The authors trace the appearance of the Golden Ratio throughout history, demonstrate a variety of ingenious techniques used to construct it, and illustrate the many surprising geometric figures in which the Golden Ratio is embedded. Requiring no more than an elementary knowledge of geometry and algebra, the authors give readers a new appreciation of the indispensable qualities and inherent beauty of mathematics.
Easy Everyday Meals
by Gooseberry PatchIn today's fast-paced world, getting a delicious home-cooked meal on the table doesn't have to mean hours in the kitchen or complicated techniques. We have such fond memories of Mom's scrumptious meals, served up around the family dinner table. We don't know how she did it! Nowadays, balancing work, school and home-cooked meals may seem like a challenge, but we have the answer! Easy Everyday Meals features 252 new tried & true recipes shared by cooks just like you, using familiar ingredients you may already have on hand. Start the day right with a hearty warm breakfast...or how about a yummy breakfast for dinner? They'll love Creamed Chicken & Waffles, Cheesy French Toast or Skillet Hashbrowns & Ham. On chilly days, warm everyone up with Prize Chicken Chili Soup or Italian-Style Sausage Soup. Kid-friendly Cheeseburger Joes are sure to be a hit, too. Bring everyone to the dinner table with tasty, comforting dishes like Mama's Favorite Baked Spaghetti, Tamale Casserole Bake or Cheesy Chicken Delight. They'll even eat their veggies, with Stir-Fry Veggie Noodles or Mexican Squash on the menu. For game night or party time, you'll love munching on Hot Chicken Nacho Dip, Turkey Ranch Pinwheels or Dill Pickle Dip. We've even included super-easy desserts like Chocolate-Peanut Butter Cake and Southern Peach Cobbler, plus terrific tips for cooking and serving. So come on over...it's time to eat! 252 Recipes.
Hiking Pennsylvania: 55 Of The State's Greatest Hiking Adventures (State Hiking Guides Series)
by John L. YoungHIKING PENNSYLVANIA55 of the State&’s Greatest Hiking Adventures, 3rd edition John L. Young (Falcon)This newly updated guide contains five new hikes as well as updated driving directions, restaurant listings, and local resource directories. Hike descriptions include local campgrounds, lodging, restaurants, and contacts for local hiking clubs and outfitters. Richly written narratives are punctuated with GPS-compatible maps, route profiles showing the ups and downs of each hike, and detailed mile-by-mile directions. Sidebars include details on planning, packing, and traveling with children and pets. Whether beginner, intermediate, or more advanced, hikers will find a full range of trails from short strolls to overnight backpacks throughout the state. John L. Young is a journalist and outdoors enthusiast who lives in Russell, Pennsylvania.