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The Murderers
by Fredric BrownLust plus greed equals murder in this classic Hollywood noir novel by &“a real pro&” (The New York Times Book Review). A struggling actor, Willy Griff keeps himself entertained with the wife of a business mogul, but he wants more: He also wants the business mogul&’s money. The mistress, Doris, likes the idea even more than Willy does, and figures if she helps plan the murder, she can ditch the husband and keep the cash. It&’s a dangerous scheme for two low-level, aspiring criminals. But Willy comes up with an ingenious, foolproof plot for pulling it off. At least, he better hope it&’s foolproof . . . The Murderers is a gritty tale of crime and passion from Fredric Brown, a master of noir and mystery and winner of the prestigious Edgar Award.
Knitting: 25 Chic and Easy Patterns (Reference to Go)
by Kris PercivalGet crafty wherever you are with this knitting guide featuring twenty-five fun and stylish projects you can make on the go!So long, bulky pattern books! Farewell, crinkled photocopies! Knitting: Reference to Go makes it a cinch to knit in trains, planes, and automobiles, at church, at school—or even bellied up to the bar! Inside you’ll find twenty-five patterns that run the gamut from chic (Circle Wrap or Mohair Hoodie) to gifty (Baby Blocks and the Men’s Sweater) to homey (Cozy Throw Blanket and Chenille Pillow). Each project features step-by-step directions and a beautiful color photograph of the finished item.
The Art and Making of Peanuts Animation: Celebrating Fifty Years of Television Specials
by Charles SolomonFor “fan[s] of all things Charlie Brown animated . . . gives you insight as to what . . . Charles M. Schultz felt about these TV and film adaptations” (MTV News).For the first time, this deluxe visual history treats Peanuts fans to an in-depth look at the art and making of the beloved animated Peanuts specials. From 1965’s original classic A Charlie Brown Christmas through the 2011 release of Happiness Is a Warm Blanket, animation historian Charles Solomon goes behind the scenes of all forty-five films, exploring the process of bringing a much-loved comic strip to life. The book showcases the creative development through the years with gorgeous, never-before-seen concept art, and weaves a rich history based on dozens of interviews with former Peanuts directors, animators, voice talent, and layout artists, as well as current industry folk. Filling a void in animation publishing—there is no other history or art book of the Peanuts specials—this volume celebrates five decades of the artistry and humor of Charles M. Schultz and the artists who reimagined the comic for the screen.“This engaging art book features dozens of interesting interviews, but the real treasure is all the often-seen images and little-seen artifacts associated with the five decades of Emmy-winning Peanuts specials.” —The Washington Post“The beautiful, display-worthy book unfolds the history of the Peanuts TV specials and is filled with interviews with the creators of the ’toons; insider scoop on the productions; and fun, exclusive material like storyboards, Charles Schulz’s model sheets, scripts, original cels, and publicity materials.” —Yahoo! TV“A compelling journey through Schulz’s world.” —Sioux City Journal
Blackthorn House (The Dr. Priestley Detective Stories #48)
by John RhodeA man&’s car is impounded as a stolen vehicle—but that&’s not the worst of it—in this classic British mystery starring a &“tartly logical professor&” (The New York Times). Kenneth Winslow&’s company has sold a car to his nephew, Noel Yewdale, who&’s supposed to transport the large, locked chest in it. But before he can get the job done, the police seize the car—saying they think it&’s stolen. When the cops confirm he won&’t get the car back, he&’s out of luck—but at least they&’re willing to help him carry the heavy chest out of the garage where the vehicle has been stored. Unfortunately, Yewdale has an even bigger problem when they pry the chest open to find out why it smells so bad—his uncle&’s body is stuffed inside. Superintendent Waghorn will do his best to solve the crime, but he may need some help from Dr. Lancelot Priestley to put the puzzle pieces together . . .
Gluten-Free Baking for the Holidays: 60 Recipes for Traditional Festive Treats
by Jeanne Sauvage“Recipes for everything from spritz cookies to bûche de Noël . . . shatters the assumption that if you can’t eat wheat, you can’t eat well during the holidays.” —San Jose Mercury NewsThe holidays are a time to celebrate and indulge in baked goods warm from the oven. Unfortunately for the gluten-sensitive, seasonal pleasures such as sugar cookies and mincemeat tarts have been off-limits. Not anymore! Jeanne Sauvage, author of the popular blog Art of Gluten-Free Baking, has perfected 60 gluten-free recipes with all the flavors of their wheat-filled counterparts. Also included are tips on how wheat-free ingredients work and Jeanne’s own gluten-free flour mix. With favorites like apple pie, plum pudding, rugelach, bûche de Noël—even a gingerbread house—everyone can pull up a chair to the holiday table with comfort and joy.“Her cookies and cakes and other treats (and I have reached for many a second helping at various Seattle events over the years) are reliably the best on the table even when they’re up against traditional gluten-full baked goods.” —Seattle Times
When the Green Woods Laugh (The Pop Larkin Chronicles #3)
by H. E. BatesA rural British family gets new neighbors—and new troubles—in this comic classic by the author of The Darling Buds of May. Gore Court is a run-down country house that junk dealer Pop Larkin intends to convert into a bungalow for his daughter and son-in-law. But Mr. and Mrs. Jerebohm, a wealthy couple from London, arrive desperate to buy the place. Spotting the naivete of the social-climbing pair, Pop manages to get them to agree to pay a ridiculous amount. Now he can install a swimming pool at home . . . But he may not have time to enjoy it. After a party at the Jerebohms, Pop finds himself fending off unwanted advances. Soon, a rocking rowboat, a pair of misplaced hands, and a misunderstanding have Pop before the local magistrate, and it may take more than wit and country charm for him to clear his name . . . &“Pop is as sexy, genial, generous, and boozy as ever. Ma is a worthy match for him in all these qualities.&” —The Times (London)Praise for the Pop Larkin Chronicles &“The Larkins live—these novels please us by escaping definition.&” —The Guardian &“Like Wodehouse&’s Jeeves, Bates&’ Larkins must continue in their own delightful milieu—in this case the Kentish countryside.&” —The New York Times
Gingerbread: Timeless Recipes For Cakes, Cookies, Desserts, Ice Cream, And Candy
by Jennifer Lindner McGlinnEvery season is gingerbread season! Celebrate the Christmas comfort food all year long with recipes that highlight its spicy and sweet old-fashioned appeal.Who says gingerbread is just for the holidays? This unique cookbook shows how gingerbread can be enjoyed for breakfast or dessert year-round. Reflecting the wisdom and creativity of a professional pastry chef and dedicated homecook, Gingerbread collects 60 traditional and modern recipes. Start with simple, yummy treats like Gingerbread Rum Cake and Sticky Toffee Gingerbread, then graduate to building your own gingerbread house for the holidays. Any way you slice it, these gingery goodies are sure to be a hit on any day of the year!“A book full of gingery recipes that will keep us baking all winter long . . . The recipes are exotic sounding and tasting, but can be followed by even novice cooks.” —Seed to Pantry“Dedicated to all kinds of recipes that use the spicy, molasses-rich ingredients that come together to make gingerbread . . . even though you can make these all year round, the holidays are a perfect time to start cooking your way through a book like this one.” —Baking Bites“The recipes in this wonderful cookbook cover every form of gingerbread baking, from cakes, cookies, breads, pancakes, gingerbread houses, puddings, ice cream, toffee, and more . . . Gingerbread does not have to be just for the holidays, but if you are looking for a new dessert to try this year, you can’t lose with any of the recipes in this cookbook.” —The Culinary Cellar
The Three-Martini Playdate: A Practical Guide to Happy Parenting
by Christie Mellor“Lays out a plan for parents to enjoy themselves and not be slaves to their children while still offering their kids a warm, nurturing environment.” —Publishers WeeklyParents were here first! How did the kids suddenly take control? Sure the world has changed from the days when children were supposed to be seen and not heard but things have gotten a little out of hand. What about some quality time for the grownups? Author Christie Mellor’s hilarious, personal, refreshing, and actually quite useful advice delightfully rights the balance between parent and child. In dozens of short, wickedly funny chapters, she skewers today’s parental absurdities and reminds us how to make child-rearing a kick. With recipes, helpful hints, and illustrations, this high-spirited book is the only book parents will really need—and enjoy.Includes chapters on:Screaming: Is It Necessary?Bedtime: Is Five-Thirty Too Early?Child Labor: Not Just for the Third World!“Children’s Music”: Why?. . . and much, much more“Harried mothers who have given over their lives to their adorable little angels, beware: This book is the equivalent of a cocktail in the face . . . The book details the glories of saying no to your children, explains when you’ve gone too far in childproofing your home, laments our over-reliance on camcorders (‘a disease’) and suggests that the Tooth Fairy is getting robbed. Best of all, there’s a recipe for teaching your tot how to mix a simple martini just the way you like it—with lots of alcohol.” —Chicago Sun-Times
His Name Was Death
by Fredric Brown&“A masterfully delivered tale of an inconspicuous citizen who [finds] murder simple . . . The climax packs a brilliant wallop.&” —Chicago Tribune Relentlessly twisting and blackly funny, this noir novel by Edgar Award winner Fredric Brown is a portrait of a seemingly upstanding print shop owner in mid-twentieth-century Los Angeles who has successfully murdered his wife—and is now feeling quite confident about his criminal skills. As victims start falling like dominoes, this fast-paced tale works its way to a memorable end, marking a masterwork by this celebrated author of mysteries and crime thrillers. &“A real pro . . . a natural storyteller.&” —The New York Times Book Review
Counterfeit Corpse
by Ferguson FindleyA reformed ex-con uncovers murder in his small-town New England garden in this 1956 hard-boiled mystery by the author of Waterfront. After spending time in Europe and Africa—and inside a British prison—Don Ivy is back in his New England hometown, the village of Newbury. He recently inherited the family estate, and now that winter is over and spring has sprung, it&’s time for him to tidy up the yard. Unfortunately, someone&’s left a corpse in one of the flower beds. When the police arrive, they&’re quickly suspicious of Ivy due to his troubling reputation. It also doesn&’t help Don&’s case when more bodies begin to appear. So, with the authorities in an uproar, he begins searching for answers to clear his name. And if Ivy doesn&’t uncover the truth soon, the cops will certainly lock him up—or someone will ensure he takes a long dirt nap.
Fondue
by Lou Seibert PappasStir up some fun at your next gathering with this delightful collection of fondue recipes, featuring cheese fondue, entrée fondues, and dessert fondues.Whether served at festive gatherings or intimate dinners, fondue is a party dish guaranteed to deliver fabulous flavors and fun. Bestselling author Lou Seibert Pappas offers recipes that are easy to make and fabulously delicious. Traditionalists will revel in cheese fondues such as Bagna Cauda and Tuscan Cheese Fondue. Entrée options include Filet Mignon and Shrimp Fondue or Beach Lover’s Fish Pot. Best of all, the host can enjoy the time spent with family and friends, as the cooking is done right at the table. So, without ado, get ready to dip, swirl, and delight in Fondue!
Rally the Scattered Believers: Northern New England's Religious Geography
by Shelby M. Balik“An important new interpretation of how religious change shaped American cultural identity in the early republic.” —Journal of American HistoryNorthern New England, a rugged landscape dotted with transient settlements, posed challenges to the traditional town church in the wake of the American Revolution. Using the methods of spatial geography, Shelby M. Balik examines how migrants adapted their understanding of religious community and spiritual space to survive in the harsh physical surroundings of the region. The notions of boundaries, place, and identity they developed became the basis for spreading New England’s deeply rooted spiritual culture, even as it opened the way to a new evangelical age.“I strongly recommend Balik’s book for those studying colonial religious landscapes and heritages not only in New England, but in the nineteenth-century religious diasporas that swept the continent with varying mixes of European colonials and also African and Asian heritages.” —Stanley D. Brunn, University of Kentucky“In this beautifully written and richly researched work, Shelby Balik shows how the travels of early nineteenth century Methodists, Universalists and freewill Baptist itinerant missionaries and congregations recreated the geography of New England Protestantism, setting in motion (literally) a tension between religious rootedness and religious uprootedness, center and periphery, that endures to today. Early American religious history in Balik’s retelling of it is one of bodies in constant movement in and out and around the city on the hill. The delight Balik takes in maps and journeys is infectious. This is a wonderful addition to American religious historiography.” —Robert Orsi, Northwestern University
How to Be a Cat
by Ralph Lazar Lisa Swerling“Hilarious . . . If you’ve ever woken up with a cat staring right at you, or been joined on bathroom breaks by your feline friend, then you’ll understand.” —Awesome InventionsFrom the creative duo behind the bestselling Me Without You and Happiness Is . . . comes How to Be a Cat, a lighthearted illustrated guide to living life as a feline. Distinctive artwork and quirky captions confirm what we already know: cats actually rule the household. Ranging from simple truisms (“Look cute enough to attract cuddles”) to perceptive observations (“Consider life a never-ending belly rub”), this charming book is a must-have gift for anyone who shares their life with a feline friend (or vice versa).“It lists many of the intricate behaviors that distinguish a real cat from what I assume are cheap cat knock-offs (like ‘kat’ or ‘cot’). Do you lick your humans at 3am? Do you ask for attention, then wriggle away once they pick you up? Then you’re well on the way of being a real, certified cat.” —deMilked“An easy to follow ‘how to guide’ available for anyone dreaming of being a kitty cat instead of a real-world adult, or kid.” —Earth Porm
Paris in Color
by Nichole RobertsonThe City of Light comes alive with color in this “fresh, ‘oh!’-inducing look at the palette of a city we only thought we knew” (Real Simple).Take a journey through the world’s most romantic city, traveling from color to magnificent color with this beguiling book. An orange café chair, bright blue bicycles against a fence, a weathered white door—Nichole Robertson’s sumptuous photographs of the distinctive details of Paris, all arranged by color, evoke a sense of serendipitous discovery and celebrate the city as never before. At once a work of art and a window into the heart of the city, Paris in Color will surprise and delight those who love art, design, color, and, of course, Paris!
Sweet on Texas: Loveable Confections From the Lone Star State
by Denise GeeTake a sugar-coated tour through the Lone Star State with more than sixty recipes plus stories of master confectioners all across Texas.This tantalizing tome features a hearty helping of must-eat recipes and must-meet dessert devotees, garnished with their fascinating stories. Southern cookbook author Denise Gee introduces you to local Texan bakeries, the youngest pastry chef in the state, and the proper way to organize a Southern cookie swap.Divided into four tasty Texas regions, this cookbook features the big flavors of sweet treats like Deep Chocolate Meringue Pie, Citrus-Kissed Fig Ice Cream, Deep-Fried Coca-Cola, and Sweet Pineapple Tamales. With more than 60 classic and brand spankin’ new recipes for cakes, cookies, puddings, cobblers, ice cream, pies, and pastries, Sweet on Texas reveals the sweet side of Texan cuisine.
50 Best Plants on the Planet: The Most Nutrient-Dense Fruits and Vegetables, in 150 Delicious Recipes
by Cathy ThomasFrom a top nutritionist, a “delicious, keep-it-simple collection of recipes” for incorporating more fruits and veggies into your daily diet (Publishers Weekly).This encyclopedic guide to cooking the fifty most nutritious fruits and vegetables in the world comes from Melissa’s Produce, the largest supplier of specialty produce in the United States. Cooks of all skill levels will love these 150 recipes—both vegetarian and non-vegetarian—for simple sides, breakfasts, dinners, and healthful desserts that make the most of fresh, accessible produce, from memory-boosting blackberries to antimicrobial chili peppers to vitamin A–rich watermelon. Featuring health and nutritional information, tips for buying and storage, quick recipe riffs, and gorgeous shots of finished dishes as well as photographs of individual fruits and vegetables, this is an indispensable resource for home cooks looking to put more fruits and vegetables on the table every day.
The White River Badlands: Geology and Paleontology (Life of the Past)
by Rachel C. Benton Dennis O. Terry Jr. Emmett Evanoff H. Gregory McDonaldThis guide to the South Dakota region that houses the world&’s richest fossil beds does &“an excellent job of presenting the current state of knowledge&” (Choice). The forbidding Big Badlands in Western South Dakota contain the richest fossil beds in the world. Even today these rocks continue to yield new specimens brought to light by snowmelt and rain washing away soft rock deposited on a floodplain long ago. The quality and quantity of the fossils are superb: most of the species to be found there are known from hundreds of specimens. The fossils in the White River Group (and similar deposits in the American west) preserve the entire late Eocene through the middle Oligocene, roughly 35-30 million years ago and more than thirty million years after non-avian dinosaurs became extinct. The fossils provide a detailed record of a period of abrupt global cooling and what happened to creatures who lived through it. This book is a comprehensive reference to the sediments and fossils of the Big Badlands, and also touches on National Park Service management policies that help protect such significant fossils.Includes photos and illustrations&“A worthy successor to the work of O&’Harra.&” —Journal of Vertebrate Paleontology
Who I Am and What I Want
by David ShrigleyThe internationally acclaimed pop artist offers his dementedly clever perspective on everything from dolphins, boredom, and beer to supernatural forces.With deadpan humor and unsettling imagery, Scottish pop artist David Shrigley’s scrawls from the subconscious have earned him major gallery showings and legions of fans. In this mock autobiographical collection, his mischievous drawings capture life’s anxieties and ambitions from the mundane to the surreal. Seductively strange and addictively amusing, this edgy book welcomes the uninitiated and rewards the faithful.
The Italian Cantata in Vienna: Entertainment in the Age of Absolutism (Publications Of The Early Music Institute Ser.)
by Lawrence BennettA history of music for the imperial court “from a professor, choral director, and professional tenor who has studied Viennese cantatas for half a century” (Lowell Lindgren, Massachusetts Institute of Technology).Lawrence Bennett provides a comprehensive study of the rich repertoire of accompanied vocal chamber music that entertained the imperial family in Vienna and their guests throughout the seventeenth and early eighteenth centuries. The cantata became a form of elite entertainment composed to amuse listeners during banquets or pay homage to members of the royal family during special occasions. Concentrating on Baroque cantatas composed in the Habsburg court, Bennett draws extensively on primary source material to explore the stylistic changes that occurred within the genre in the generations before Haydn and Mozart.“An important book. It deserves to be warmly welcomed not only by scholars but also by performers of Baroque vocal chamber music.” —Early Music“Shed[s] light on an important yet seldom-discussed repertory, written by someone whose expertise is unquestionable.” —Music and Letters“By taking multiple analytical approaches, Bennett establishes an overall understanding while also demonstrating how individual composers approached the genre. . . . Recommended.” —Choice“An important tool for understanding the context in which cantatas were composed and performed, and in which the Hapsburgs’ important music collection . . . was created.” —Notes“A wealth of new information . . . from a scholar who writes clearly and perceptively, and who has devoted decades of attention to the material.” —Steven Saunders, Charles A. Dana Professor of Music, Colby College
Trauma in First Person: Diary Writing During the Holocaust
by Amos GoldbergAn examination of what can be learned by looking at the journals and diaries of Jews living during the Holocaust.What are the effects of radical oppression on the human psyche? What happens to the inner self of the powerless and traumatized victim, especially during times of widespread horror? In this bold and deeply penetrating book, Amos Goldberg addresses diary writing by Jews under Nazi persecution. Throughout Europe, in towns, villages, ghettos, forests, hideouts, concentration and labor camps, and even in extermination camps, Jews of all ages and of all cultural backgrounds described in writing what befell them. Goldberg claims that diary and memoir writing was perhaps the most important literary genre for Jews during World War II. Goldberg considers the act of writing in radical situations as he looks at diaries from little-known victims as well as from brilliant diarists such as Chaim Kaplan and Victor Kemperer. Goldberg contends that only against the background of powerlessness and inner destruction can Jewish responses and resistance during the Holocaust gain their proper meaning.“This is a book that deserves to be read well beyond Holocaust studies. Goldberg’s theoretical insights into “life stories” and his readings of law, language and what he calls the “epistemological grey zone” . . . provide a stunning antidote to our unthinking treatment of survivors as celebrities (as opposed to just people who have suffered terrible things) and to the ubiquity of commemorative platitudes.” —Times Higher Education“Every decade or so, an exceptional volume is born. Provocative and inspiring, historian Goldberg’s volume is one such work in the field of Holocaust studies. . . . Highly recommended.” —Choice“Amos Goldberg’s Trauma in First Person: Diary Writing During the Holocaust is an important and thought-provoking book not only on reading Holocaust diaries, but also on what that reading can tell us about the extent of the destruction committed against Jews during the Holocaust.” —Reading Religion“Amos Goldberg’s work offers an innovative approach to the subject matter of Holocaust diaries and challenges well-established views in the whole field of Holocaust studies. This is a comprehensive discussion of the phenomenon of Jewish diary writing during the Holocaust and after.” —Guy Miron. Author of The Waning of Emancipation: Jewish History, Memory, and the Rise of Fascism in Germany, France, and Hungary“This is an important contribution to trauma studies and a powerful critique of those who use the “crisis” paradigm to study the Holocaust.” —Dovile Budryt, Georgia Gwinnett College, Holocaust and Genocide Studies
Paris: An Inspiring Tour of the City's Creative Heart
by Janelle McCulloch“McCulloch takes readers on a walking tour of eleven of Paris’s arrondissements, pointing out her favorite sights along the way.” —Holidays to EuropeTake a stroll through the real Paris with this beautifully photographed and gorgeously packaged book. Organized by arrondissement, Paris takes readers through the city’s most charming streets, revealing best-kept secrets and little gems at every turn: ateliers overflowing with notions, cafés with their neat rows of macarons, markets abundant with fresh flowers, shaded parks, and creative hotspots. Packed with vibrant color photographs that capture the spirit of Paris, the book is a beautiful object in its own right. The accessible writing invites readers to dip in and out and provides history and context for each spot on the journey. Visually rich and totally inspiring, Paris is a treasure for lovers of art, style, design, food, and, of course, Paris!“A sumptuous celebration and guidebook in one, this is the refreshing literary equivalent of taking Dom Pérignon with Coupe Hélène. Janelle McCulloch isn’t just a style guru; she is an informed omnivore of culture.” —The Varnished Culture“Her easy-reading texts are also filled with insider tips on where to go and what to see, giving up some of the city’s best-kept secrets.” —Culture Trip
Meat Club Cookbook: For Gals Who Love Their Meat!
by Kristina Fuller Vanessa Dina Gemma DePalmaThe ladies of the Meat Club welcome you to join—as long as you’re a girl and you eat meat—with this fun, informative guide featuring sixty succulent recipes.Tired of eating Caesar salads and poached chicken breasts every time they got together with the girls, Vanessa, Gemma, and Kristina confided their guilty secret to each other (for what, after all, are girlfriends for?): What they really wanted to eat was meat. And so the Meat Club was formed.The Meat Club Cookbook is a collection of tried-and-true recipes culled from the authors’ favorite meals together. Roasted, braised, sautéed, stewed, or grilled (yes, these girls can handle a grill with the best of them), as long as it’s meat, they’ll cook it up and eat with gusto. With tips on how to choose and cook the most popular cuts, this substantial book is the perfect companion for girls who want to have their beef, their pork, their lamb—and eat it too.
Stitched Gifts: 25 Sweet and Simple Embroidery Projects for Every Occasion
by Jessica MarquezMake something meaningful for birthdays, baby showers, and more with these stylish embroidered gifts.From Jessica Marquez, founder of the popular blog and shop Miniature Rhino, Stitched Gifts offers irresistible embroidery projects for every occasion—weddings, holidays, baby showers, anniversaries, or just because. Each project is rendered in Marquez’s signature natural, modern style and can be easily personalized for truly meaningful keepsakes. Featuring an illustrated stitch dictionary, striking photographs, plus a section on creative finishing techniques such as staining hoops, framing, and more, this distinctly beautiful craft book has something for embroiderers of all skill levels.
Spain: Recipes and Traditions from the Verdant Hills of the Basque Country to the Coastal Waters of Andalucia
by Jeff Koehler“This beautiful book is an amazing new window into the ingredients, the recipes, the stories of my home country.” —José AndrésIn Spain, long-time Barcelona resident Jeff Koehler gathers the country’s many time-honored dishes and age-old culinary customs, and distills the Spanish table down to its essence—food that is prepared simply but full of homemade flavors, and always meant to be shared. Each chapter is an ode to Spain’s delightful kitchen, from gazpachos, salt cod, and poultry, to savory and sweet conserves. The story of the country is told through two hundred recipes from classics like Shellfish Paella, Artichoke Egg Tortilla, and creamy Flan to delicacies such as Chilled Melon Soup with Crispy Jamon and Monkfish Steaks with Saffron. Dishes from Spain’s leisurely multicourse meals and simple tapas alike celebrate seasonal ingredients: wild mushrooms, asparagus, and local game. Sidebars trace Spain’s rich culinary traditions, taking us from ancient Moorish cities to the arid fields of the Castilian countryside, and allow us to meet the people who still, with devotion, cultivate them. Accompanying these are hundreds of evocative photos of the markets, orchards, green hills, and fishing ports from which this delicious cuisine originates. Add to this a thorough glossary that includes techniques such as preparing snails, using saffron, and making perfect fish stock, as well as a helpful source list. Novices and veterans of the Spanish kitchen alike will gain a deeper understanding not only of Spain’s cuisine but of its culture.A New York Times Book Review Notable Cookbook
The Art of George Ames Aldrich
by Wendy GreenhouseA highly regarded impressionist-style artist, George Ames Aldrich drew on his years of experience living and studying in Europe to create beautiful landscape paintings. His life and work are explored in this gorgeous book. Many of the artist's finest creations, some representing French subjects and others depicting the midwestern steel industry and American landscapes, are included in this book. It features color reproductions, along with other archival and contextual images. Essays by Michael Wright and Wendy Greenhouse explore in detail Aldrich's life, influences, sources of inspiration, and art historical context. Exploiting a wide variety of sources, Wright and Greenhouse have discovered exciting new information about the artist and his times.