Failsafe instructions and practical wisdom for choosing the best plants for your garden type. Lois outlines the choices available, the unique characteristics and quirks of each variety, specific seedi
Walk in the solitude of the giants, along classic hikes through majestic stands of old-growth forests. Detailed trail information is accompanied by natural history and ecology along the way.
Aided by the award-winning elegance and skill of photographer Merle Prosofsky, author Lovoni Walker serves us 75 of the best recipes in classic and contemporary festive cooking. This sumptuously illus
A practical and beautifully photographed guide to over 100 recommended roses for Michigan. This commonsense resource covers the most important information concerning each of the recommended varieties.
These attractive guides identify the birds most likely to be seen in your city's backyards, streets and parks. The books introduce the fascinating and popular pastime of birdwatching and include advic
Explore the northwestern extreme of the continent. Organized by region and length of trip, the book includes maps and photographs to help you find your way. Adventures and delightful discoveries are j
Concise descriptions of the animals and their tracks are combined with detailed drawings of the front and back prints, stride patterns and other important identifying aspects. A perfect guide for tea
This volume is a pocket guide that briefly presents the natural world of southern California's coastline from Santa Barbara to the Mexican border. This guide to shoreline sea life is filled with color
This concise and easy-to-use field guide provides a wealth of information packed into 240 pages. Grouped by habitat, the color-coded sections describe the wooded wetland, wetland prairie, marshy shore
Heartwarming yet eerie stories from that time of year when people may encounter specters of those who have passed to the other side. Includes a young man's encounter with the spirit of his grandfather
Animals have extraordinary minds capable of exceptional acts of perception, generosity, bravery and kindness. Their connection with humankind gives us a glimpse into their world and their desire to sh
After the rifles, cannons and bugles fall silent, when the losses have been counted and the mourners are gone, the ghosts of war return. Drawing on the Civil War, the War of 1812, the Revolutionary Wa
Obsessed with beauty and death, gothic stories are known for their dark, theatrical blurring of reality and fantasy. In this intriguing collection of Gothic Ghost Stories that both attract yet terrify
Shamans, psychics, yogis, channelers--almost every culture singles out people with extraordinary gifts. This ambitious book explores the bizarre lives of paranormal celebrities through the ages, from
"Perfect Pasta And Sauces" is more than just a cookbook filled with easy homemade pasta recipes; it's also a useful guide on how to measure, cook and serve pasta for the best results. Begin by choosin
The smoke had barely cleared from the booze-fueled gun battles of Prohibition and the Roaring 20s when a new breed of gangster stepped onto the American stage. Unlike the slick mobsters of New York an
Loving or aloof, mischievous or cuddly--for many people, their cats are an integral part of the family. Here are extraordinary stories of some of the world's most charismatic and captivating cats: * P
Pack your flashlight and voice recorder; adjust your electromagnetic field sensor. You're about to explore the after-hours world of paranormal researchers, or ghost hunters. Supernatural storyteller D
The five regional cooking styles of China take the spotlight in Chinese Cooking, along with a few North American adaptations such as chop suey and fortune cookies. The enduring popularity of these cla
Who can resist an ooey-gooey chocolate chip cookie, straight from the oven? Or velvety smooth cheesecake? From simply sweet to devilishly delicious, these Guaranteed Great? recipes from Most Loved Tre
