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Series: Star Wars How Not to Get Eaten by Ewoks and Other Galactic Survival Skills Hardcover Christian Blauvelt 9781465475527 $18.99 HUMOR Age (years) from 14 Sep 24, 2019

A humorous guide on how to survive the Star Wars galaxy’s many dangersThe Star Wars galaxy is a dangerous place. From ruthless bounty hunters, ferocious beasts, and extreme weather, to hostile landscapes, social minefields, and backstabbing allies-perils and hazards are never far away! How do you flee an exploding Death Star? What’s the best way to source a starship at a spaceport? How would you escape kidnap by Tusken Raiders on Tatooine? Survival means keeping your wits about you. This fun, practical Star Wars book will teach you how to recog... + Read More
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Series: WWE 35 Years of Wrestlemania Hardcover Brian Shields 9781465479747 $31.99 SPORTS & RECREATION Sep 03, 2019

This new edition of the fan-favorite, bestselling title 30 Years of WrestleMania (pub. 2014) brings the story of the biggest event in the WWE calendar right up to date with 32 pages of brand-new content.Ever since the first-ever WrestleMania in March 1985, this annual, weeklong, sold-out event has attracted hundreds of thousands of sports entertainment fans from all over the world. WrestleMania is where every WWE Superstar wants to make his or her name. WWE Champions such as John Cena, Randy Orton, Rey Mysterio, Hulk Hogan, The Rock, Shawn Mich... + Read More
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Series: Photography History. Art. Technique Hardcover Tom Ang 9781465481832 $39.00 PHOTOGRAPHY Sep 10, 2019

Introducing you to the art, history, and culture of photography, this fascinating all-in-one guide shows you how to take better pictures.A comprehensive guide to all things photographic, Photography opens with a gallery of more than 30 of the key figures in photography, from 19th-century pioneers to famous photographers working today. The gallery provides fascinating contrasts between such diverse genres as art photography, reportage, portrait, and wildlife photography. The book then tells the story of photography, from its beginnings to the ri... + Read More
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Series: Fashion, New Edition The Definitive Visual Guide Hardcover DK 9781465486400 $65.00 DESIGN Sep 03, 2019

Is fashion your passion? Unlock the language of clothes with this ultimate fashion show that traces people’s dress over the past 3000 years. Fashion is a visual feast, packed with stunning illustrations of 1,500 costumes from around the globe. It celebrates famous trendsetters, designers, and fashion icons from Queen Henrietta Maria to Jackie Onassis and Jean Paul Gautier.Fashion endlessly reinvents itself, reflecting society’s trends and innovations. Discover why different looks caught on, from the elaborate ruffs, wigs, and farthingales of th... + Read More
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Series: How to Not Wear Black Find Your Style and Create Your Forever Wardrobe Hardcover Anna Murphy 9781465481405 $32.00 DESIGN Sep 03, 2019

Find your style, create your forever wardrobeShop better, buy less, and dress to tell the world “this is me!” Anna Murphy, Fashion Director of The Times, shares her tricks for dressing to feel confident and comfortable, look modern and fabulous, and define your personal style—without always resorting to black. When you dress, you stake your place in the world to a voice, a path, a future. Choose who you want to be and how to dress well accordingly. As Mark Twain said, “There is no power without clothes.”Anna draws on her years of inside fashion... + Read More
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Series: Big Ideas The Math Book Big Ideas Simply Explained Hardcover DK 9781465480248 $36.99 MATHEMATICS Sep 03, 2019

See how math's infinite mysteries and beauty unfold in this captivating educational book!Discover more than 85 of the most important mathematical ideas, theorems, and proofs ever devised with this beautifully illustrated book. Get to know the great minds whose revolutionary discoveries changed our world today.You don't have to be a math genius to follow along with this book! This brilliant book is packed with short, easy-to-grasp explanations, step-by-step diagrams, and witty illustrations that play with our ideas about numbers. What is an imag... + Read More
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Series: Philosophers Their Lives and Works Hardcover DK 9781465482037 $45.00 PHILOSOPHY Sep 10, 2019

From Confucius and Plato to Karl Marx and Noam Chomsky, this book brings together more than 100 illustrated biographies of the world’s great philosophers.Introduced with a stunning portrait of each featured philosopher, the biographies trace the ideas, friendships, loves, and rivalries that inspired the great thinkers and influenced their work, providing revealing insights into what drove them to question the meaning of life and come up with new ways of understanding the world and the history of ideas.Lavishly illustrated with photographs and p... + Read More
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Series: Great Lives Scientists Who Changed History Hardcover DK 9781465482488 $32.00 BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY Sep 17, 2019

Explore the lives and achievements of more than 85 of the world’s most inspirational and influential scientists with this innovative and boldly graphic biography-led book.The second title in DK’s new illustrated biography series, Scientists Who Changed History profiles trailblazing individuals from Greek mathematicians, such as Archimedes and Hipparchus, through physicists of the early 20th-century, such as Marie Curie and Albert Einstein, to modern greats such as Stephen Hawking and Tim Berners-Lee.Each featured individual has made a major con... + Read More
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Series: World War II Map by Map Hardcover DK 9781465481795 $52.00 HISTORY Sep 03, 2019

Trace the epic history of World War 2 across the globe with more than 100 detailed maps.In this stunning visual history book, custom maps tell the story of the Second World War from the rise of the Axis powers to the dropping of the atom bomb on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Each map is rich with detail and graphics, helping you to chart the progress of key events of World War II on land, sea, and air, such as the Dunkirk evacuation, the attack on Pearl Harbor, the D-Day landings, and the siege of Stalingrad.Historical maps from both Allied and Axis ... + Read More
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Series: Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Life The Definitive Visual Guide to Prehistoric Animals Hardcover DK 9781465482495 $65.00 NATURE Oct 08, 2019

From the origin of life, through the age of dinosaurs stalked by the terrifying Tyrannosaurus rex, to the earliest humans, this book tells the story of life on Earth.Dinosaurs may be the stars of the show, but the book is truly comprehensive, with fossil plants, invertebrates, amphibians, fish, birds, reptiles, mammals, and even early bacteria conjuring up an entire past world.To put all of these extinct species in context, the book explores geological time and the way life forms are classified. It also looks at how fossils preserve the story o... + Read More
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Series: Complete Massage All the Techniques, Disciplines, and Skills you need to Massage for Wellness Hardcover Neal's Yard Remedies 9781465483942 $39.00 HEALTH & FITNESS Sep 03, 2019

Want to really understand the health and wellness benefits of massage? Interested in practicing massage at home or considering taking a course? Let this be your guide on everything from effleurage to epineuria.Annotated anatomy and physiology illustrations show you how different levels of pressure work the muscles, and the profound effect massage can have on the nervous system and on cardio and lymphatic health.Learn how to prepare physically and mentally, and get the lowdown on oils and massage beds, diffusers and candles. And if you're receiv... + Read More
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Series: A Yogic Path Oracle Deck and Guidebook (Keepsake Box Set) Cards Sahara Rose Ketabi 9781465483706 $45.00 BODY, MIND & SPIRIT Sep 03, 2019

Embark on a path of awakening and self-discovery with this mystical deck from Sahara Rose and illustrator Danielle Noel.Steeped in the wisdom of the Vedas, this ancient yet visionary deck is a tool to access your yogic intuition. Each card represents aspects of the self, symbolized by sacred figures and concepts that are integral to yoga and Ayurveda. Illuminated by ethereal artwork, the cards provide insight into the present and guidance for the future, connecting you to your inner wisdom and unlocking a deeper understanding of self.With this ... + Read More
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Series: A Little Book of Self Care A Little Book of Self Care: Breathwork Use The Power Of Breath To Energize Your Body And Focus Your Mind Hardcover Nathalia Westmacott-Brown 9781465485052 $18.99 BODY, MIND & SPIRIT Sep 10, 2019

Use breathwork to transform every area of your life.New science has revealed the effectiveness of breathwork to balance the body, relieve stress, control anxiety, boost self-esteem, and more.In a beautifully illustrated package, Breathwork gives you 50 step-by-step practices that you can use at home, each with expert advice on body position, depth of breath, speed of breath, visualization, duration, and repetition. Techniques include conscious connected breathing, pranayama, and qigong breathwork.With internationally renowned author and teacher... + Read More
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Series: A Little Book of Self Care A Little Book of Self Care: Trigger Points Use the power of touch to live life pain-free Hardcover Amanda Oswald 9781465485045 $18.99 HEALTH & FITNESS Sep 10, 2019

New science confirms that trigger-point massage is one of the most effective ways to relieve pain. Trigger Points gives you 40 simple, step-by-step exercises you can safely use at home to target pain - from long-term, debilitating backache or repetitive strain injury to migraines or acute, post-injury pain.Author and leading therapist Amanda Oswald specialises in working with chronic pain conditions. In this book, she explains how trigger points - small, tender knots of connective tissue - can cause symptoms, either around the trigger point its... + Read More
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Series: The Soup Book 200 Recipes, Season by Season Paperback DK 9781465486134 $25.99 COOKING Sep 10, 2019

Make the most of fresh produce all year round with 200 homemade recipes for soup and accompaniments, organized by seasonThe Soup Book is packed with plenty of nourishing recipes for every season. Try winter warmers such as parsnip and apple soup or French onion soup, enjoy a light summer lunch of chilled cucumber soup with dill, and make a hearty borscht or pumpkin soup in the fall. The recipes are organized first by season, and then by ingredient, so you can easily find the ideal soup to suit the fresh ingredients you have on hand.Featuring re... + Read More
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Series: Home Brew Beer Master the Art of Brewing Your Own Beer Hardcover Greg Hughes 9781465487377 $29.00 COOKING Sep 10, 2019

Join the craft beer revolution and brew your own beer at home!Home Brew Beer is a comprehensive guide to brewing your own beer, with clear, illustrated instructions on the simplest brewing technique (beer kits) to the most customizable (full mash). Detailed information on ingredients helps you choose your malt, yeast, hops, and flavorings and lets you know what equipment you need to get started.With more than 100 recipes to choose from, you can brew beer of almost any style from around the world, such as London bitter, American IPA, Mexican cer... + Read More
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Series: The Knitting Book Over 250 Step-by-Step Techniques Hardcover Vikki Haffenden 9781465482402 $52.00 CRAFTS & HOBBIES Sep 10, 2019

Everything you need to teach yourself how to knit, from casting on to creating your own designs.This new edition of DK’s knitting bible takes you from beginner to expert, with hundreds of step-by-step techniques, more than 120 stitch patterns for a variety of knitting stitches, and 20 knitting projects suitable for all abilities.Fully illustrated and easy to use, The Knitting Book is a one-stop resource for beginners and a rich source of inspiration for avid knitters who want to progress their skills and try new stitch patterns. Each technique ... + Read More
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Series: Board Games in 100 Moves Hardcover Ian Livingstone 9781465485755 $25.99 GAMES & ACTIVITIES Sep 17, 2019

Surprising stories behind the games you know and love to play.Journey through 8,000 years of history, from Ancient Egyptian Senet and Indian Snakes and Ladders, right up to role-play, fantasy and hybrid games of the present day.More than 100 games are explored chronologically, from the most ancient to the most modern. Every chapter is full of insightful anecdotes exploring everything from design and acquisition to game play and legacy.
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Series: Learn to Play Learn to Play Bridge Like a Boss Master the Fundamentals of Bridge Quickly and Easily with Strategies From a Seas Paperback H. Anthony Medley 9781465483805 $29.99 GAMES & ACTIVITIES Sep 17, 2019

Play like a pro with expert knowledge from a champion of the gameIf you don’t know the ins and outs of play, bridge can seem like an intimidating game—but it doesn’t have to be! Armed with the techniques and strategies in the pages of this book, you’ll be bidding and winning hands like a boss!Follow the guidance and knowledge of a pro as he takes you through the basics of the game. You’ll get lessons on making opening bids, evaluating your hand, responding to your partner’s bid, rebidding, and overcalling—and even a bonus tear-out sheet to take... + Read More
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Series: Learn to Play Learn to Play Chess Like a Boss Make Pawns of Your Opponents with Tips and Tricks From a Grandmaster of the Game Paperback Patrick Wolff 9781465483812 $29.99 GAMES & ACTIVITIES Sep 17, 2019

Stop playing like a pawn and start playing like the kingYou already know just how enjoyable—and and challenging—the game of chess can be. For those who play, chess leads to a lifetime of fun. But how do you make the first move to learn the rules and transform from a pawn to a king?The path to a perfect checkmate is in your hands! In the pages of this book, you’ll find an introduction to all the chess pieces including their strengths and weaknesses, tips on how to protect your pieces and prevent their capture, and guidance on when to attack and ... + Read More
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Series: Starting & Running Starting & Running a Coffee Shop Brew Success with Proven Strategies for Every Aspect of Your Espresso Startup Paperback Linda Formichelli 9781465483799 $28.99 BUSINESS & ECONOMICS Sep 10, 2019

Learn to start and run your own coffee bar with tips to brewing successThe caffeine-lover in you has always wanted to start your own coffee bar—and all the guidance you’ll need is right here in your hands!Order up a double shot of success with this guide packed to the brim with all things coffee and business. In it, you will find expert advice on selecting the best coffee beans and cafe treats, foolproof methods for tracking sales and inventory, straightforward suggestions on developing effective marketing strategies, helpful tips on negotiatin... + Read More
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Series: The World of Avatar A Visual Exploration Hardcover Joshua Izzo 9781465489890 $28.99 PERFORMING ARTS May 31, 2022

Celebrate the first decade of James Cameron’s Avatar and the beginnings of an epic cinematic journey.Delve into the majestic world of Pandora and discover the incredible wealth of creativity that led this story to become the highest-grossing film of all time and the winner of three Academy Awards. The World of Avatar celebrates, explores, and explains the spectacular world of Pandora—its extraordinary geology, flora and fauna, and the customs and beliefs of its people, the mysterious Na’vi. The book uniquely covers key content from all aspects ... + Read More
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Series: Ultimate Star Wars, New Edition The Definitive Guide to the Star Wars Universe Hardcover Adam Bray 9781465479006 $52.00 FICTION Oct 04, 2019

Every significant Star Wars character, creature, location, battle, droid and vehicle: one ultimate encyclopedia.Packed full of information, stunning images, and now fully updated to include The Last Jedi, Solo: A Star Wars Story, Star Wars: Resistance, plus an exclusive look at The Rise of Skywalker.All the saga’s iconic characters are here, from Darth Vader to Ponda Baba and Leia to Luminara Unduli. Amazing vehicles are explored, such as the Millennium Falcon and Ghost. Extraordinary technology is explained, including all your favourite lights... + Read More
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Series: Be More Star Wars Be More Lando How to Get What You Want (and Look Good Doing It) Hardcover Christian Blauvelt 9781465478986 $12.99 HUMOR Oct 01, 2019

A humorous take on how to get what you want (and how to look good doing it) with the help of Lando CalrissianPacked with witty career advice for budding entrepreneurs, this Star Wars self-help book is full of brilliant business advice and funny quotes from Lando Calrissian and other Star Wars characters.As the galaxy's resident wheeler-dealer, Lando has lots of useful advice for the business novice. If you're setting up a start-up and want to know how to win over investors, when to back away from a deal, or how to gamble away the fastest starsh... + Read More
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Series: Be More Star Wars Be More Leia Find Your Rebel Voice And Fight The System Hardcover Christian Blauvelt 9781465478979 $12.99 HUMOR Oct 01, 2019

A humorous take on how to be yourself and fight the system with the help of Princess LeiaThis novelty Star Wars book is full of wise words and sage advice from the galaxy’s leading rebel, Princess Leia, and many other brave, confident and radical characters. Full of Star Wars quotes, witty advice and stills from the iconic films, this book will help with everything from starting a revolution to succeeding at life in a galaxy of mindless stormtroopers.General. Senator. Princess. Rebel. Feminist icon. Leia Organa is a legendary Star Wars symbol o... + Read More
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Series: The Marvel Book Expand Your Knowledge Of A Vast Comics Universe Hardcover DK 9781465478993 $36.99 COMICS & GRAPHIC NOVELS Oct 01, 2019

The Marvel Book is an exhilarating journey through the endlessly fascinating, ever-dynamic, and awe-inspiring Marvel Comics universe.One Marvel book to guide them all. If you want to understand the Marvel Comics Universe in all its complex glory, The Marvel Book is the only book you need. It is a unique exploration of the vast, interconnected Marvel Comics Multiverse from its birth to the end of everything and beyond.Meticulously researched and expertly written, The Marvel Book is packed with vivid, carefully sourced artwork, illuminating infog... + Read More
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Series: DC Comics Year By Year, New Edition A Visual Chronicle Hardcover Alan Cowsill 9781465485786 $65.00 COMICS & GRAPHIC NOVELS Oct 01, 2019

The most comprehensive guide to the history of DC Comics ever publishedIn 1938, Superman led the charge. The world’s first Super Hero was soon followed by his Justice League teammates Batman, Wonder Woman, the Flash, Aquaman, Shazam! and Green Lantern. These heroes, and their Super-Villainous foes such as Lex Luthor and The Joker, became the foundation of DC Comics. You can trace these characters’ evolution, and learn about the company and creators who made them the enduring pop culture icons they are today in DC Comics Year By Year: A Visual C... + Read More
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Series: Dreams Unlock Inner Wisdom, Discover Meaning, and Refocus your Life Hardcover Rosie March-Smith 9781465482419 $32.00 BODY, MIND & SPIRIT Oct 15, 2019

Explore the psychological function and meaning of dreams, and unlock their power for self-improvement.Have you ever dreamt you were being chased? Or that your teeth were falling out? Does fire, water or lost love recur in your dreams? With expert advice and guidance, find out how to decode and interpret your dreams to reveal how the images, stories and emotions you experience in sleep are deeply connected to your waking life.Explore psychotherapeutic interpretations of key dream images and themes, and discover how to work with your dreams to ad... + Read More
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Series: Zoology Inside the Secret World of Animals Hardcover DK 9781465482518 $65.00 SCIENCE Oct 08, 2019

See the animal kingdom in all its glory, from jellyfish to polar bears, with up-close details of their unique features from head to toe. Filled with magnificent photographs that were specially commissioned for this book and cannot be seen anywhere else. Written in association with the Smithsonian Institution.This visual reference book starts with the question “what is an animal?” and takes you through the animal kingdom - mammals, reptiles, birds, and sea creatures. It uses a unique head-to-toe approach that showcases in spectacular detail spe... + Read More
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Series: Man-Made Wonders of the World Hardcover DK 9781465482525 $65.00 ARCHITECTURE Oct 08, 2019

Discover the most incredible man-made wonders, from Stonehenge to Burj Khalifa, with this unparalleled catalog of the most famous and intriguing buildings and monuments created by humans.Man-Made Wonders of the World features a range of structures from buildings to monuments, statues, and bridges, including the Golden Gate Bridge and Hoover Dam.It opens with a foreword by Dan Cruickshank and then takes the reader on a continent-by-continent journey, exploring and charting the innovations, ingenuity, and imagination employed by different culture... + Read More
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Series: The Science of Pregnancy The Complete Illustrated Guide From Conception to Birth Hardcover DK 9781465480538 $45.00 HEALTH & FITNESS Oct 29, 2019

Follow the amazing journey of the earliest stages of human life, with month-by-month development shown in unprecedented detail.The complex concepts and processes of emerging life are demystified with clear, jargon-free text, while exclusive 3-D images, extraordinary photographs, and detailed illustrations illuminate every aspect of human pregnancy. The largest section of the book examines the development of the baby in the womb and the parallel changes in the mother's body. Special 3-D art, illustrations, scans, and photographs show exactly how... + Read More
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Series: Plant-Based Meal Prep Simple, Make-ahead Recipes for Vegan, Gluten-free, Comfort Food Paperback Stephanie Tornatore 9781465483843 $25.99 COOKING Oct 29, 2019

Go plant-based with Steph and Adam, YouTube’s most popular meal preppers!Eating a plant-based diet—one that embraces veggies and ditches the meat, eggs, and dairy—is one of the easiest ways to improve your health. Whether you’re ready to go entirely vegan or just want to incorporate more plant-based meals into your diet, Steph and Adam will show you how to plan and prep ahead, so your meals are ready to go when you’re ready to eat. Flexible meal plans include all your favorite foods and flavors, from mac and cheese to mashed potatoes, all made ... + Read More
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Series: A Tasting Course Whiskey: A Tasting Course A new way to Think and Drink Whiskey Hardcover Eddie Ludlow 9781465482396 $32.00 COOKING Oct 15, 2019

The perfect accompaniment to your whiskey tasting journeyThe best - and most enjoyable - way to find out about whiskies is by drinking them. This truly hands-on handbook takes you on a tasting journey to discover your own personal whiskey style, and helps you to expand your horizons so you can find a world of new whiskies to enjoy.Through a series of guided at-home tastings, you’ll get familiar with the full spectrum of whiskey aromas and flavours on offer - from the smokey tang of Islay peat to the aromatic scent of Japanese oak. Find out how ... + Read More
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Series: Style Your Wedding with Neil Lane Hardcover Neil Lane 9781465481313 $52.00 REFERENCE Oct 01, 2019

Advice and inspiration for the wedding of your dreams from Neil Lane, celebrated "Jeweler to the Stars"In this gorgeous book, Neil Lane guides couples through the process of selecting and refining their own wedding aesthetic. Rich photography highlights six key wedding styles: romantic, lavish, modern, elegant, rustic, and vintage, with Neil's personal take on what makes each style distinct and how couples can turn their big day into something uniquely and very decidedly their own.Neil’s insight and advice will encourage and inspire—from how to... + Read More
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Series: History of Britain and Ireland The Definitive Visual Guide Paperback DK 9781465482471 $41.99 HISTORY Oct 08, 2019

Discover the pivotal political, military, and cultural events that shaped British and Irish history, from Stone Age Britain to the present day, in this revised and updated book.Combining over 700 photographs, maps, and artworks with accessible text, the History of Britain and Ireland is an invaluable resource for families, students, and anyone seeking to learn more about the fascinating story of the England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland. Spanning six distinct periods of British and Irish history, this book is the best way to find out how Britain... + Read More
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Series: Encyclopedia of Plants and Flowers Hardcover Christopher Brickell 9781465485038 $97.00 NATURE Oct 01, 2019

An updated edition of the best-selling highly illustrated garden plant reference, featuring more than 8000 plants and 4000 photographs.Choose the right plants for your garden and find all the inspiration and guidance you need with TheEncyclopedia of Plants & Flowers. Drawing on expert advice from the RHS, this best-selling book features a photographic catalogue of more than 4000 plants and flowers, all organized by color, size, and type, to help you select the right varieties for your outdoor space. Discover perennials, bulbs, shrubs, and trees... + Read More
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Series: Complete Atlas of the World, 4th Edition Classic Mapping for the Modern World Hardcover DK 9781465486202 $97.00 REFERENCE Oct 29, 2019

Filled with beautiful maps showing our dynamic world in stunning detail, this comprehensive atlas is the perfect choice for anyone interested in the geography of our planet.First published in 2007 and now in its 4th edition, the Complete Atlas of the World has been fully revised and updated to encompass recent world events.The opening section of the book provides a fascinating insight into our planet from a number of perspectives, ranging from oceans to population and economics. The main body of the book consists of 330 carefully selected regio... + Read More
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Series: Solve These F*cking Puzzles Delight Your Salty Gutter Brain With Hours of Badass Cryptograms, Crosswords, an Paperback Val Garrity 9781465483751 $16.99 GAMES & ACTIVITIES Oct 08, 2019

Badass Cryptograms, Crosswords, and Word Searches for Hours of Mind-F*cking FunYou’re no dipsh*t! You know that solving puzzles can boost your mental acuity and creative thinking. Well guess what else science says is good for your brain? That’s f*cking right—profanity! Cursing has even been proven to boost your physical and emotional health. It’s basically mother nature’s wonder drug. Combine the powers of puzzles and profanity and—hot damn!—you’re going to be unf*ckingstoppable!So grab a pencil and delight your salty brain with a f*ckton of pr... + Read More
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Series: I Am C-3PO: The Inside Story Foreword by J.J. Abrams Hardcover Anthony Daniels 9781465486103 $31.99 BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY Nov 05, 2019

“Gloriously witty, keen and spirited” J.J. Abrams, Director of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker“The odds of me ever writing a book were approximately…Oh, never mind. My golden companion worries about such things - I don’t. I have indeed now written a book - telling my story, in my voice, not his - recognizing that our voices and our stories are inextricably intertwined.”When Star Wars burst onto the big screen in 1977, an unfailingly polite golden droid called C-3PO captured imaginations around the globe. But C-3PO wasn’t an amazing display of ... + Read More
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Series: Sketchbook for the Artist An Innovative, Practical Approach to Drawing the World Around You Hardcover Sarah Simblet 9781465491497 $52.00 ART Nov 05, 2019

Develop your drawing skills and rediscover the world around you with this innovative and beautifully illustrated book.In Sketch Book for the Artist, acclaimed artist and teacher Sarah Simblet teaches you how to draw by combining practical lessons with examples of both her own work and some of the world’s greatest drawings. She introduces all the key drawing materials, then shows you how to master the basic elements of drawing in a series of step-by-step drawing classes, covering topics ranging from simple mark-making to establishing form, creat... + Read More
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Series: The Complete Golf Manual Hardcover Steve Newell 9781465487582 $31.99 SPORTS & RECREATION Nov 05, 2019

Covering every aspect of the game, this is the ultimate self-improvement guide for every player—from the novice to the experienced club golfer.Showing readers exactly what it takes to achieve an effective—and repeatable—golf swing, this book works systematically through every type of shot, from tee shots, iron play, pitching, and chipping to coping with bunkers and putting. Each section includes a test to establish your level of ability and provides a series of progressive exercises designed to develop your technique. A section on the ten most ... + Read More
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Series: Big Ideas The Sherlock Holmes Book Big Ideas Simply Explained Paperback DK 9781465485748 $25.99 LITERARY CRITICISM Nov 12, 2019

Discover the key ideas, themes, and plotlines behind every case investigated by Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson in the famous and celebrated stories of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle with this original, graphics-led book.Using the "Big Ideas" series' trademark combination of witty illustrations, clear graphics, and inspirational quotes, The Sherlock Holmes Book is the perfect primer for newcomers and devoted readers alike. From the first Holmes novel, A Study in Scarlet, to the masterpiece that is The Hound of the Baskervilles, to the final Holmes tale ... + Read More
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Series: Big Ideas The Sociology Book Big Ideas Simply Explained Paperback Sarah Tomley 9781465478542 $25.99 SOCIAL SCIENCE Nov 12, 2019

Discover more than 85 of the most important ideas, movements, and events to have defined sociology and sociological thought with this original, graphic-led book.Applying the “Big Ideas” series’ trademark combination of authoritative, accessible text and bold graphics to chart the development of sociology, the book explores the big questions about how we organize our society and the sociologists who have offered solutions that continue to shape our world.Profiling renowned sociologists, from Jeffrey Alexander to Sharon Zukin, and covering topics... + Read More
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Series: 15 Minute Fitness 15-Minute Gentle Yoga Four 15-Minute Workouts for Strength, Stretch, and Control Paperback Louise Grime 9781465490414 $19.00 HEALTH & FITNESS Dec 10, 2019

Fit exercise into your busy life with quick, gentle yoga programs.Do you struggle to find time for regular yoga practice? Stress no more: these four 15-minute programs for beginners offer the flexibility and ease of use that busy lifestyles demand. At home, with just a mat and a few household items, ease tension, increase vitality, and get the flexible body you’ve always wanted by regularly practicing these 15-minute routines.Clear, step-by-step photographs paired with easy-to-follow instructions explain exactly what to do in each asana, and at... + Read More
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Series: 15 Minute Fitness 15-Minute Pilates Four 15-Minute Workouts for Strength, Stretch, and Control Paperback Alycea Ungaro 9781465490407 $19.00 HEALTH & FITNESS Dec 10, 2019

Fit exercise into your busy life with short but effective Pilates programs.Do you struggle to practise Pilates regularly? Stress no more: these four 15-minute programs offer the flexibility and ease of use that busy lifestyles demand. At home, with just a mat and some weights, build these 15-minute routines into your week to get the lean, sculpted body you’ve always wanted.Clear, step-by-step photographs paired with easy-to-follow instructions explain exactly what to do in each move, targeted “feel it here” graphics help you to understand which... + Read More
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Series: Yoga for Women Wellness and Vitality at Every Stage of Life Hardcover Shakta Khalsa 9781465491671 $29.99 HEALTH & FITNESS Dec 17, 2019

Yoga for the female body - restore vitality, reduce stress, improve your sex life, and target conditions that are statistically more common in women.Discover how yoga can provide health benefits specifically for your female body, whatever stage of life you're at. Women have different health needs compared to men, such as being more prone to asthma, thyroid disease, and osteoporosis, and can use yoga to mitigate against such health threats.You may be pregnant or a new mother, balancing family commitments, or feel exhausted all the time - Yoga fo... + Read More