Much of the fun of wrapping stylish gifts is sorting through and selecting the raw materials—paper or fabric, bag or box, ribbon, yarn, twine, or any special embellishments. The variety of materials a
Skillfully written and richly illustrated, Barons of Business looks into the lives and fortunes of the ambitious individuals like Calvin Coolidge, who believed that "the business of America is busines
Bringing elements of their Polynesian heritage to the American quilt, nineteenth-century Hawaiians created a distinctive and beautiful craft that is still actively practiced throughout the islands. Fr
Spectacular Paris captures the most magnificent aspects of this city and its people; from the Louvre to the Eiffel Tower, luxurious parks to intimate cafes and markets, residences of Parisian royalty
The life and art of "the King of Indie Animation." The only modern animator to personally hand-draw every frame in all of his work, Academy Award–nominee Bill Plympton eschewed a career in the high-pa
Experience the dramatic storylines and high quality of play of the Davis Cup, the largest annual team competition in sports. With never-before-published photos taken by the tennis world’s top photogra
Whether it’s a holiday, or Shabbat dinner, “What’s on the menu?” is on everybody’s mind. Ranging from the classic Ashkenazic Chicken Fricassee to the definitive Sephardic Chicken Marrakesh, The Hadass
Spectacular Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks captures the breathtaking landscape and wildlife of one of America’s most renowned regions. More than 275 photographs—from some of the country's
During its more than 50-year history, the Corvette has developed into much more than an automotive nameplate—it has become one of the world’s most recognized automobiles. How the Chevrolet Corvette ca
The achievements of women in the arts have, until recently, been a well-kept secret, and the (re)discovery of women artists is one of the great ongoing adventures of the twentieth century, revealing v
World War II was the defining event of the twentieth century. It shaped world history and gave America its Greatest Generation. World War II: A Chronology of War is the definitive chronology of this
Discover the secret symbols and meaning behind 62 featured paintings in this unique volume. Ranging from Giotto's 14th-century painting of the Last Judgment to the 19th-century symbolist Gustave More
From the 1920s through the 1950s, Universal Studios was Hollywood’s number one studio for horror pictures, haunting movie theaters worldwide with Dracula, Frankenstein, and the Creature from the Black
Both an official NYC guide and a celebration of the city, this book is the ideal travel companion for both tourists and resident tourists. Complete "how-to" information shows where to eat and shop, as
A latest edition of a guide for teachers and parents offers strategic recommendations for planning a family friendly visit to New York City that includes key landmarks as well as child-appropriate ven
Dr. Parent has drawn on a career coaching the masters to write a hundred simple yet powerful tips for improving any golfer’s score, from the essentials of the mental game to helpful hints to keep your
In the pre-Stonewall era before the advent of the gay rights movement, male nude photography was kept underground. Photographers feared police confiscation, harassment, and worse. This volume uncovers
This engaging and informative guide lays out the significant design trends and movements that have shaped costume and fashion from the ancients through today. The latest in the best-selling Isms serie
Horseback riding. Kayaking. Drive-in movies. Not the activities that first come to mind when you think of getaways in the New York City area. But each can be done only a short distance from the Big Ap
