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Sea Dog
by Astrid SheckelsWalter longs to be a sea dog. He comes from a long line of seafaring dogs, all of whom made their livelihoods from the sea, but, alas, Walter's talent seems to extend only to baking. He sells his breads and cakes, made from his aunt&’s classic sea dog recipes, in the village tea shop. But, when an unfortunate incident plunges Walter into a deep-sea adventure, he is brought face to face with the legendary Big Boris and discovers his place as a true sea dog.
Complete Guide to Small Game Taxidermy: How To Work With Squirrels, Varmints, And Predators
by Todd TriplettThere are plenty of books on taxidermy, but none covers small game with the learning and depth of THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO SMALL GAME TAXIDERMY. Drawing on generations of experience, the author covers all aspects of the art. From proper field care and tanning to crafting life-size mounts, this book will help any individual to approach master status. Chapters cover topics like basic base building, making a life-size bobcat mount, and more. The author relates a lifetime of invaluable tips on the subtle arts of the ear and mouth--when to choose open and when to choose closed--and why field care is where good taxidermy starts. Whether the reader is pursuing taxidermy as a hobby or a profession, THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO SMALL GAME TAXIDERMY will prove an invaluable guide.
The Essential Guide to Hiking with Dogs: Trail-Tested Tips and Expert Advice for Canine Adventures
by Jen SotolongoWith The Essential Guide to Hiking with Dogs, you and your four-legged friend can be ready for anything the wilderness might throw at you. Set yourselves and others up for the very best hiking experience. Need-to-know topics are covered for the novice hiker or new owner, from trail etiquette to leave no trace ethics, important gear and packing guides to essential commands you should train on the trail. Featuring beautiful and illustrative photography, this must-have guide will inform and inspire any adventure dog and their parents. Inside you&’ll find:Tips for minimizing impact on the trail and practicing dog hiking etiquette.Gear and packing lists.Multi-sport information including camping, backpacking, mountain biking, and paddle boarding with your dog.The very best hike to take with your dog in every state.
The Inspired Garden: 24 Artists Share Their Vision
by Judy PaoliniAn eye for composition, texture, and color, and a willingness to break ordinary garden &“rules.&” These are just some of the talents artists bring to designing their gardens. Artists are also more apt than most green thumbs to see the garden as a place for artistic expression. Inspired Gardens offers a tour of 24 private gardens in New England while offering eye-opening interviews with the artists who designed them. Lavishly illustrated with photographs by Nance Trueworthy, the volume is a visual delight. It is also highly inspirational and eminently informative—an exciting lesson on how artistic principles underlay garden design just as much as they do sculpture, painting, mosaic, or other arts.
Old Breed General: How Marine Corps General William H. Rupertus Broke the Back of the Japanese in World War II from Guadalcanal to Peleliu
by Don Brown Amy Rupertus PeacockMarine general William H. Rupertus is best known today for writing the Corps&’ Rifleman&’s Creed, which begins, &“This is my rifle. There are many like it, but this one is mine&”—which has been made famous by films such as Full Metal Jacket and Jarhead. Rupertus was one of the outstanding Marines of the twentieth century, standing alongside men such as Smedley Butler, Chesty Puller, and Arthur Vandegrift, but he died in 1945, so his story has never been told.Rupertus &“made his bones&” in the USMC&’s &“savage wars of peace&” before World War II: Haiti for three years after World War I, China in 1929 (where he lost his wife and children to the scarlet fever epidemic) and again in 1937 (where he witnessed the beginning of Japan&’s war against China that turned into the Pacific War of World War II).In World War II, Rupertus commanded during four important battles: Tulagi and Henderson Field during the Guadalcanal campaign; the Battle of Cape Gloucester; and Peleliu. It was a series of blistering battles—and ultimately victories—that helped break the back of the Japanese and pave the way for American victory. In the course of these battles, Rupertus became the Patton of the Pacific—ruthless in war, always on the attack, merciless against the enemy, undefeated in battles—even as he proved himself very much like Eisenhower, suavely diplomatic and able to balance war with politics. These skills allowed Rupertus to crush the enemy in the malaria-infested jungles of the Pacific and personally escort Eleanor Roosevelt on her tour of the Pacific.Old Breed General is the biography of Rupertus and the story of the Marines at war in the Pacific. This is an American story of love, loss, shock, horror, tragedy, and triumph that focuses on Rupertus and the 1st Marine Division in World War II, but which resonates through the 1st, to Chosin in Korea and James Mattis&’s command in Iraq.
Basic Illustrated Edible Wild Plants and Useful Herbs (Basic Illustrated Series)
by Jim MeuninckAn information-packed tool for the novice or handy reference for the veteran. Distills years of knowledge into an affordable and portable book. You'll discover how to identify and gather more than 100 of the most nutritious wild plants and useful herbs in the contiguous United States, prepare delicious recipes using your wild harvest, determine the identity of poisonous plants and poisonous look-alikes, and take charge of your personal health by making wild plants and herbs a part of your diet.
Top Disney: 100 Top Ten Lists of the Best of Disney, from the Man to the Mouse and Beyond
by Christopher LucasThere is not a person on Earth who hasn&’t come into contact with Disney in some way. Whetherseeing a Disney film, hearing a Disney song, recognizing a Disney character or visiting a Disneypark, the company&’s reach is global. Top Disney will collect the best of the best of Disney in a book of lists.From Walt himself and the beginning of his company, to his successors who have broadenedthe reach of the Disney brand well beyond where even Walt could have imagined it, this bookwill cover every aspect of the 93 years of history that Disney has to offer. In it you will findinformation on everything from Oswald the Lucky Rabbit and Queen Elsa, to the billion dollaracquisitions of Marvel and Lucasfilm.
Hiking New York's Lower Hudson Valley
by Randi MinetorFrom the High Line on Manhattan's West Side to the historic Copake Iron Works in Taconic State Park, Hiking New York's Lower Hudson Valley features the best hiking routes between New York City and Albany, including several in the Catskills and western Connecticut. Whether you're looking for an unforgettable outdoor experience in the sloping hills around one of America's most beautiful and beloved waterways, or just wanting to escape the city for a few hours, veteran hikers Randi and Nic Minetor provide all the information you'll need to make it happen. Now powered with National Geographic's TOPO! Maps, Hiking New York's Lower Hudson Valley is your complete guide to getting out of the city, into the outdoors, and onto your next great adventure!
Rock Climbing Tuolumne Meadows (Regional Rock Climbing Series)
by Don Reid Chris FalkensteinTuolumne Meadows is famous for its clean rock, clear skies, and fabulous face and crack climbing on spectacular Sierra Nevada granite domes. In this thoroughly revised fourth edition of Rock Climbing Tuolumne Meadows, Don Reid and Chris Falkenstein share their extensive knowledge of this popular, high-country climbing area. Part of Yosemite National Park, Tuolumne Meadows, at an elevation of 8,500 feet, is often uncrowded and cool in the summer, providing an invigorating option to climbing areas at lower elevations. This is the only guidebook climbers will need to a pristine climbing experience on some of the finest rock in the world.
Call Me Lumpy: My Leave It To Beaver Days and Other Wild Hollywood Life
by Bank BankFrank Bank's story is a sometimes wild, sometimes bawdy, often poignant, always funny account of a real-life Louie Louie who led a nation to California-dreamin'.
Paddling Georgia: A Guide to the State's Greatest Paddling Adventures (Paddling Series)
by Johnny MolloyThe Ultimate Guide to Georgia's Greatest Paddling!Georgia&’s waters hold a wealth of riches, and Paddling Georgia features the best river and coastal trips for avid paddlers, floaters, and anglers. In the northeast, the Chattooga River forms the crown jewel of Blue Ridge paddling destinations while the 410-mile-long Chattahoochee flows to the Alabama border. The Ocmulgee and Oconee Rivers flow through the heart of the state in the botanically rich Piedmont, and there simply is no other Okefenokee Swamp. Coastal paddles, meanwhile, will lead you to lighthouses, barrier islands, and beaches.This updated and revised edition features the latest paddling information as well as gorgeous, full-color photography throughout.
Ghost Division: The 11th "Gespenster" Panzer Division and the German Armored Force in World War II
by A. Harding GanzNicknamed the "Ghost Division" because of its speed and habit of turning up where its enemies least expected, the German 11th Panzer Division wreaked havoc in the East and West in World War II, playing a pivotal role in some of the biggest engagements, including Barbarossa, Stalingrad, Kursk, and the West.
Florida Keys Cookbook: Recipes & Foodways of Paradise
by Victoria ShearerThe Florida Keys Cookbook is a fascinating combination of food history, local lore, and over 175 mouth-watering recipes showcasing the Florida Keys' bounty from Keys restaurant chefs and home cooks. Archival photographs and informative sidebars round out the newly designed full color second edition of this beautiful and treasured book that is a celebration of the paradise that is the Florida Keys.
Sun-Maid Raisins & Dried Fruit
by Gooseberry Patch•Celebrates the 100 year history of Sun-Maid® Growers•Including the original &“Sun-Maid Girl&” who brought these foods into generations of homes and hearts•More than 50 favorite recipes featuring raisins and dried fruits•Recipes use metric measurementsSun-Maid© Natural Raisins and Dried Fruit have been a part of families for generations. So it's a terrific combination when Sun-Maid and Gooseberry Patch team up to create a cookbook filled with best-loved recipes and fun dried-fruit facts! From Banana French Toast to Apple-Raisin Stuffing, there's a recipe in here for every fruit fan. Plus, you'll learn all about this history of Sun-Maid, its delicious dried fruit and all sorts of other neat stories!
Scenic Driving New Mexico (Scenic Driving)
by Laurence ParentWith over 30 carefully selected scenic drives, this book offers myriad ways to explore the Land of Enchantment. Pass through the foothills of the Sangre De Cristo Mountains, stop in the ghost town of Madrid, or gaze at the immense caves of Carlsbad Caverns National Park.
The Real Singing Cowboys
by Charlie SeemannThe Real Singing Cowboys profiles contemporary cowboy--and cowgirl--singers and musicians who are, or have been, authentic working cowboys or ranchers, or involved in related occupations tied to ranching and cowboy culture. The book includes sixty brief biographies and photos of the singers and musicians, including Glenn Ohrlin, Dave Stamey, Wylie Gustafson, and R.W. Hampton. The stories of traditional occupational songs of working cowboys and how that tradition continues in today&’s world provide context for the contemporary performers included in the book.These men, women, and children are, or have been, working cowboys, ranchers, packers, and horse trainers, or have deep roots in cowboy and ranching culture that have shaped and informed their music.
Island of Fire: The Battle for the Barrikady Gun Factory in Stalingrad
by Jason D. MarkStalingrad was one of the largest, bloodiest, and most famous battles in history as well as one of the major turning points of World War II. For four winter months during the battle, German and Soviet forces fought over a single factory inside the city of Stalingrad. Lavishly illustrated with photos and maps, Island of Fire presents a day-by-day—at times hour-by-hour—chronicle of that pitiless struggle as seen by both sides. The book is unparalleled and exhaustive in its research, meticulous in its reconstruction of the action, and vivid in its retelling of the street-by-street, hand-to-hand fighting near the gun factory.
Washington, DC Food Crawls: Touring the Neighborhoods One Bite and Libation at a Time (Food Crawls)
by Nomtastic FoodsWashington, DC Food Crawls is an exciting culinary tour through this historic yet modern city. Discover hidden gems and long-standing institutions of the capitol. Each crawl is the complete recipe for the perfect tourist day, a new way to experience your own city, or simply food porn and great stories to enjoy from home. Get your hands dirty at Ben&’s Chili Bowl, take on a slice of pizza bigger than your head, and get ready for some of the best Filipino food in the country. Put on your walking shoes and your stretch pants, and dig into the Capitol City one dish at a time.
The Henhouse
by Carol DeanAuthor Carol Dean relates an adventure that she experienced while growing up on her family's chicken farm in central Maine. The Henhouse is the charming, instructive tale of a young girl who one day begs her father to let her help him care for the chickens. Once inside the big henhouse, though, young Carol is assaulted by sights, sounds, and smells — and agressive roosters — she had only guessed about before.
The Spookiest Campfire Stories: Forty Frightening Tales Told by the Firelight
by S. E. SchlosserNothing goes better with gooey s&’mores and a glowing campfire than a ghost story. Vampires, werewolves, witches, Bloody Mary, the Wendigo, and other frightening specters populate the pages of this compelling collection of S.E. Schlosser&’s best ghost stories and her favorite horror classics from Edgar Allen Poe, Charles Dickens and more. From a mad logger to the headless horseman of Sleepy Hollow, these tales will send shivers up the spines of every camper. Look inside to find campfire tales like:·Dracula&’s Guest·Jack O&’Lantern ·Masque of the Red Death·Wraith of the Creek·One Last Head·Dance with the Devil·The Legend of Sleepy HollowAnd many more!
It Happened in Miami, the Magic City: An Oral History
by Harvey Frommer Myrna Katz FrommerJust in time for the one-hundredth anniversary of Miami Beach, It Happened in Miami, the Magic City: An Oral History features nearly seventy fabulous voices including more than fifteen mini-memorists, telling stories, offering perceptions on subject matter as far back as memory allows up to the exciting headlines of today. Sun and fun, yes, but the story is much more than that.We are there through the dramatic days of World War II, the segregated south that Miami was, Meyer Lansky and cops and robbers, the Cocaine Cowboys, the post–war glamour of the flashy hotels and famed architect Morris Lapidius, the Fountainbleau and Eden Roc, the Jewish presence and contributions, the swinging Rat Pack of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis, Jr. We are witness to Muhammad Ali and the iconic Fifth Street Gym, the preserving of art deco, the days of the Mariel and Pedro Pan and the Cuban impact. We are brought inside modern day Miami—an international city, a place of culture and dreamers, a city of tomorrow.
American Milling Machine Builders 1820-1920
by Kenneth L. CopeContinuing the pattern set by American Lathe Builders and American Planer, Shaper and Slotter Builders, this is the first book to identify American builders of milling machines and the products they invented circa 1818 to the development of the "modern" milling machine circa 1920. Early versions of other American machine tools were largely copied from European, especially British, machines. The milling machine, however, was an American development. Built first for the firearms and sewing machine industries, it proved to be much more productive than other methods, and soon held a major place in all high-production American machine shops. The book lists more than 300 makers and contains over 1,400 illustrations taken from original catalogs and contemporary periodicals. These trace the development of the milling machine from a crude, light weight machine to very large millers capable of machining parts the size of boxcars and weighing many tons. Attachments such as dividing heads, vises, etc., are also covered.
Monhegan: A Guide to Maine's Fabled Islands
by Mark WarnerWhat draws visitors to Monhegan-a small island off mid-coast Maine? It is not just the island's timeless atmosphere and beauty but the quality of the light that has always been a magnet to artists and photographers, as well as to vacationers. Now nature photographer and writer Mark Warner has produced a keepsake-cum-guidebook that is a must-have for anyone who visits-or dreams of visiting-one of Maine's most fabled islands.
The Wonderful World of Oz: An Illustrated History of the American Classic
by John Fricke John FrickeThe wonderful world of Oz is a magical place—and has been for generations of Americans since L. Frank Baum penned his enduring classic in 1900. With the 1939 movie starring Judy Garland, Oz was forever woven into our culture. Over the course of the twentieth century, Oz continued to capture the hearts of the American people—as well as people all over the world.This book documents that magical journey through beautiful photographs of the world&’s largest collection of Oz memorabilia. Whether it&’s first-edition covers, a munchkin costume, or the Wicked playbill, the iconic items on these pages tell the story of America&’s most beloved fairy tale. Come over the rainbow and see why there truly is no place like Oz.
Chiller Thriller! (Junior Monster Scouts #7)
by Joe McGeeThe Junior Monster Scouts befriend a lonely yeti in the hilarious seventh chapter book of the Junior Monster Scouts series!It&’s winter in the Village and a fresh blanket of snow means sledding, caroling, yummy hot cocoa, and fun for everyone. Everyone, that is, but a lonely Yeti named Igloo and cranky Baron Von Grump whose cabin is about to be whisked away by a scary avalanche! Can the Junior Monster Scouts—Franky, Wolfy, and Vampyra—save the day and make a new (and not-so-abominable) friend?