Updated for the first time since 1997, and thoroughly revised, this beautifully illustrated, fact-filled guide has everything readers need to begin their adventure of discovering America in their car, van, or RV. 400 photos (200+ new). 120 maps.
Includes more than 2,000 plants and animals. Spanning the land from Florida to Alaska, it embraces field, forest and prairie. Includes color-coded name tabs for all 16 sections, habitat guides, maps and 2000 color portraits (1 for every plant and animal).
The birds of North America are an endless source of delight to anyone who enjoys nature, and this volume collects over 570 of these remarkable species--every major North American species--in all their beauty. Hundreds of full-color paintings by world-renowned nature artists are coupled with lively, informative commentary.
A compendium of character portraits of Biblical figures, numbering over 500. From Aaron to Zophar, all the major figures in the Bible are here, as well as many obscure characters such as Gehazi, Abigail, Jairus, and Lydia. The book contains 400 color illustrations (50 of which are specially commissioned paintings) to put faces behind the names, as ...
The only book that brings together: an authoritative, stunningly illustrated field guide; a how-to book for identifying, collecting, and reserving plants; the fascinating story of the legends and lore of medicinal plants; and a do-it-yourself guide to planting and using herbs in cooking, cosmetics, and health. Illustrated.
This revised and updated edition of the 1981 volume contains updated photographs and artwork as well as new sections on sewing supplies, materials, and equipment; fabrics; a new color wheel; and metric as well as standard measurements.
Written by renowned authorities and enriched with legends, eyewitness accounts, quotations, and haunting memories from many different Native American cultures, this history depicts these peoples and their way of life from the time of Columbus to the 20th century. Illustrated throughout with stunning works of Native American art, specially ...
"A misty dreamlike air. A worthwhile addition to picture-book collections".-- Booklist. A Boston Globe-Horn Book Honor Award Winner. An ALA Notable Children's Book. A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year. An IRA Children's Choice. An IRA Teachers' Choice. Full color.
The second in the Reader's Digest Science series, How Nature Works is designed to open up the world of natural history to children and adults with a practical, hands-on approach to nature that involves the reader in doing experiments in order to learn. All the experiments and demostrations have been carefully planned and photographed "live" using ...
Organized alphabeticallyfrom Abalone to Zippersand filled with clear, hands-on illustrations, this easy-to-use, money-saving guide helps anyone tackle everyday problems around the house, gives solid answers to medical and legal questions, instructions for learning practical skills of all kinds, advice for emergencies, and more. A complete index ...
This ingenious word finder helps users locate the precise word when only a rough idea is known. Similar to a thesaurus, the "Illustrated Reverse Dictionary" lets users start not only with a synonym, but also with an idea, a description, a similar or associated work, or a word opposite. Containing over 400,000 words and 130 detailed color ...
This magnificently illustrated volume sheds light on the specific events, the huge cast of characters, and the great themes of the Bible. 400 color illustrations & photos. 25 maps & charts.
The perfect travel companion for anyone and everyone, this book provides 136 customized tours, covering every region of the country. Each tour, shown in a clearly marked color map, is designed as a loop, allowing travelers to start at the most convenient place and spend as much time as they'd like exploring sights and having adventures. 270 color ...
Everything you need to know about the world of herbs in a full color A-Z catalog of over 90 herbs, complete with detailed instructions on growing, harvesting, preserving, home remedies, cosmetic uses, and original recipes.
From the author of Dying for a Smoke comes the "get-thin-for-life" program that's sweeping the nation--an eating and exercise plan based on the premise that changing the metabolism of one's body is the key to a healthier and longer life.
Written in clear, easy-to-understand language and organized for quick reference, Know Your Rights explains the ins and outs of legal rights and responsibilities relating to one's home, community, marriage, family, health care, financial planning, employment, and consumer complaints. Step-by-step instructions tell how to fill out legal forms, ...
For anyone who's eager to learn to draw or paint, as well as for artists already skilled in one medium and wishing to learn another, this practical and comprehensive primer provides thorough coverage of the materials and techniques of all the most popular drawing and painting media. 800+ full-color illustrations.
This fascinating reference answers those "How in the world do they do that?" questions with engrossing explanations of the principles behind the most important technological achievements of the past and present. Twelve absorbing sections and over 1,200 illustrations, cover the full range of man's ingenuity, the heights of his inventiveness.
Healthful food isn't only brown rice and bean sprouts. Here are recipes for chicken pot pie, meatloaf, Cajun-style turkey loaf, lasagne and even homemade pizza that you can feel free to indulge in without worrying about over-indulging in calories, cholesterol, fat, salt or sugar. Also discussed are the fundamentals of healthier cooking, including ...
A giant collection of 110 yuletide favorites, including I'll be Home for Christmas, O Come All Ye Faithful, The First Noel, Frosty the Snowman, and much more. Spiral-bound to lie flat plus a sing-along lyric book.
Every conceivable craft--from quiltmaking to enameling to jewelry--is included in this comprehensive craft reference. The easy-to-follow text conveys instructions which are clear and precise enough for anyone to learn these interesting hobbies. Over 40 pastimes featured. 4,000 drawings and photographs.
Discover the beauties of the Emerald Isle with the Reader's Digest Illustrated Guide to Ireland. Over 600 stunning full-colour photographs and illustrations accompany this fascinating guide, which examines Ireland region by region and explores the history and landscape of each area. From the dramatic coastline of Northern Antrim with the ...
An all-new illustrated guide to more than 1,000 unique and uncrowded travel ideas--places fairly unknown to the average traveler. Includes 50 detailed road maps, 350 color photos and information on historic sites, unusual museums, ghost towns and more.
A biography of Martha Ball Washington that sheds light on the character of her son, the first President of the United States. Pencil and watercolor illustrations accompany the text.
In the magical, mystical land of Serendipity, Glitterby is Flutterby's only child, but her wings are too small and she cannot fly. Will they grow enough for Glitterby to join her mother in Wingsong? Full-color illustrations.
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