Schiffer publishing okt 2010 (26 risultati)

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Ever wonder what goes on behind closed doors at your local cemetery or funeral home You won't want to put down this delicious collection of real-life tales of mortuary experiences. Read hilarious stories of the dead and living that will keep you laughing for hours. Catherine Olen has taken a taboo subject in polite society and shows how funny death can be. Discover for yourselves that not every funeral is the serene and dignified event we imagine. Enjoy blunders and bizarre experiences of a longtime mortician, as she exposes foibles in the life of a present-day undertaker. It'll leave you dying for more.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Travel the prairies of North Dakota to discover ghost stories, rural legends, and haunted places that dot this state. Visit the haunted San Haven Sanitorium, where over 1100 people died of tuberculosis and eerie spirits still linger! Travel to college campuses where students died, but never left! Learn about haunted historic homes, the ranch cabin where President Teddy Roosevelt's ghost remains, along with more modern homes whose former residents still make their presences known in ways both eerie and physical. Puzzle over three mysterious and famous murders in North Dakota. Do the victims still haunt the plains Visit sacred sites of the earliest residents of North Dakota, and learn about their mysterious histories. Did Satanists connected to the Son of Sam murders have a hideout in the ghost town of Tagus Spooky North Dakota will haunt your dreams.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - How, exactly, do you find a ghost in a city the size of Phoenix It's like finding a needle in a haystack, right Not if you visit some of the haunted hot spots mentioned here! What's the story behind the lady in white roaming the halls of the Hotel San Carlos Is there a mysterious occupant casting a ghostly glare upon visitors of the Territorial Prison or at the Arizona Museum of Natural History Where, in Arizona's capitol, can you knock back a few pints with the ghostly guests of a popular English pub Learn the answers as you strike out on your own (as a paranormal investigator) in the Valley of the Sun.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Discover information about the first American naval battle, great escapes in the middle of the night, and many historic tidbits that don't often appear in textbooks. These and many other curiosities occurred within Massachusetts's North Shore. Step back in time and learn about hidden histories in the Bay State. Discover who flew the first planes in Massachusetts, why the Puritans didn't establish a city in the region, and how a lighthouse lost its battle with the sea. The North Shore has these and other historic sites, pristine beaches, and hallowed halls. Explore the little-known history that makes it great.…

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Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - A young diamondback terrapin, Jemma, responds to the migrating animals by catching a bit of the travel bug herself. Engaging text and 16 watercolor illustrations follow Jemma as she leaves her familiar cove and swims into the open waters of Maryland's Chesapeake Bay. Crab traps and boat propellers make this adventure more dangerous than Jemma ever anticipated. Fortunately, the young diamondback's travels end happily when she discovers a sheltered inlet and joins the terrapins living there. This fact-based story highlights the real dangers diamondback terrapins must confront to survive, and has educational material for parents and teachers. This action-filled story is perfect for children. Early reader-ages 5-8. Kelli Nash (illustratore). …

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Combine basket weaving and gourd art in this new DIY. With 200 color images and step-by-step directions, five projects are presented for both the beginner and advanced weaver: Twine and Triple Twine Gourd, Twill Woven Gourd, and a Gourd Basket with Four Rod Wale.t Chapters cover preparing the gourd, weaving techniques, strengthening the rim, and adding embellishments to your finished woven gourd. Six contributing artists provide tips, and a gallery of completed works offers inspiration for creating your own designs.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Rediscover Colonial Williamsburg through this tour of the restored capital of 18th century Virginia. Seventy illustrations showcase the buildings, gardens, history, and people of this historic town, in both the days of yesteryear and today. Stroll Duke of Gloucester and Palace streets, visit Market Square and the Williamsburg Inn, and tour historic Jamestown. Covering Abby Aldrich Rockefeller to the Zephyr Lily, this alphabetical journey is a reverent yet whimsical voyage of discovery for residents and tourists alike.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - From the author of Surviving Your Deposition, a new handbook that explains the rights and responsibilities of an eighteen-year old. Ideal for teens, parents, and educators. Systematically reviews the new legal environment these teenagers face in the United States. Complete with illustrations and cautionary 'busted' anecdotes that present relevant legal topics such as shoplifting, drug use, contracts, employment, automobiles, the Internet, and more. Read it now and avoid compromising situations.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - From the author of Surviving Your Deposition, a new handbook that explains the rights and responsibilities of an eighteen-year old. Ideal for teens, parents, and educators. Systematically reviews the new legal environment these teenagers face in the United States. Complete with illustrations and cautionary 'busted' anecdotes that present relevant legal topics such as shoplifting, drug use, contracts, employment, automobiles, the Internet, and more. Read it now and avoid compromising situations.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Presented here are 125 burlesque queens and belly dancing stars from the 1950s and 1960s portrayed in 8' x 10' glossy 'booking photos.' These attention-grabbing and sometimes startling photos are the publicity shots that dancers handed out to booking agents, managers, theaters, press, and fans. The stars include Crystal Blue, Toni Rose 'The Glow Girl,' Bella Dona, Marlo Brando, Sunny Day 'The Butterfly Goddess,' Dixie Evans 'The Marilyn Monroe of Burlesque,' Lala Jazir, and Dusty Summers 'Las Vegas' Only Nude Magician.' Learn a brief history of Burlesque and its performers in the transition from 1950s burlesque with live band, comic, and stripper scene to the 1960s go-go night clubs with scantily dressed dancers on pedestals and in cages. …

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - There is really only one good reason to store wine, it will taste its very best if you do! This helpful guide with detailed text and 342 color illustrations will guide readers where and how to store wine. Collecting strategies, the proper aging of wine, and safe load capacity for your racks are featured. Proper storage temperature, lighting, humidity, vibration, tilt, and the use of cork and other bottle closures are discussed. Readers will find everything to create a functional wine cellar that will reward their efforts for years to come. Explore basement construction and renovation techniques, earth cellars, and the adaptation of an existing home basement for increased storage capacity and maintenance of proper environment to provide terrific wine every year.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Italian ironwork from Roman times, through Medieval centuries, and up to Neo Classical designs of the early nineteenth century comprise this collection of 100 photographs from Italian sources. They depict trellises, grilles, gates, fencing, household lighting, fireplace accoutrements, and door hardware that will inspire today's designers. Their origins in hill towns of Ialy are recorded for many images. This is authentic ironwork for contractors, decorators, and homeowners to enjoy. …

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - A Who's Who of archery legends, this book presents the techniques, equipment, and philosophies of significant archers from the late 19th century to today. Filled with stories, observations, and lessons from the gutsy characters that defined the sport, this book takes you on journeys to big game bow hunts in Africa, bow fishing in South America, and other adventures in archery. Relive the excitement of accomplished marksmen and patient devotees of an ancient pursuit.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - An exploration of Wharton Esherick's artistic evolution during the early decades of the twentieth century. Based on the exhibition in the Kamin and Kroiz Galleries of the University of Pennsylvania, this work expands upon the exhibition's themes with well over 300 vibrant images and current research, including an essay by Paul Eisenhauer, Curator of the Wharton Esherick Museum. Esherick experimented with woodcarving and printmaking, laying the foundations for his emergence as an artist of remarkable range. He produced paintings and woodblock prints, set designs, sculpture, furniture, and architecture. He and his community of friends created an artistic circle in which arts and crafts were joined, and in which radical new ideas flourished, helping to shape the course of American Modernism. This book will be a treasure for all who appreciate twentieth-century modernism.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Intended for people who are not boat designers, this book describes how to bring a dream boat into being. Written by an experienced naval architect, it prepares intelligent amateurs create conceptual vessel designs ready for a naval architect's finishing touches. Included are the basic rationales and data needed to undertake a designing project, presented in a style that successfully bridges the gap between technical approach of naval architecture and the simplification of consumer magazine articles. This volume covers a variety of watercraft, so it can be equally useful if you're envisioning a cruising yacht or a sixty-foot fishing boat. …

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - This new book covers the little known combat operations of the German Ordnungspolizei (Order Police - regular uniformed police) during World War II. Discussed are unit formations, personalities, and operations including frontline combat, security duties in occupied countries, as well as the participation of some battalions in ethnic cleansing atrocities. Also included are very rare photos, documents, soldbuchs and maps.…

Kombiprodukt. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The domestic and international rules governing the qualifications for personnel serving on tank vessels have changed in recent years. To address those new requirements, the fourth edition of Tanker Operations incorporates new material by Mark Huber and other contributors, providing an updated textbook for maritime schools and individuals pursuing a tankerman endorsement. It is also a standard reference for anyone involved in the tanker industry. The subject areas from the third edition have been expanded and address such basics as vessel construction and cargo characteristics; cargo piping and venting systems; cargo measurement and transfer operations; ballasting and deballasting; tank cleaning operations and pollution regulations; gas freeing and inert gas systems. New sections include inspection procedures for chartering, cargo pump troubleshooting, and details concerning the role of the tankerman from a commercial perspective in the transportation industry. Separate chapters are devoted to the hazards and precautions relating to enclosed space entry and the emergency operations that involve situations specific to the cargo area of a vessel. Review questions have been incorporated at the end of each chapter to ensure that the information has been covered and understood by the reader. A comprehensive glossary is also provided.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Hundreds of old farm tools and equipment are shown to be echoes of America's past, as farming remains vital to the economy today. Major chapters cover old haying, grains, tobacco, orchards, poultry, dairy, horses and mules in farm practices. Over 600 vintage and modern photos display the amazing variety of gadgets once necessary for farming. These objects are preserved in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, at the Landis Valley Museum, where they help to interpret American farm life of the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries. This book extends the reach of the museum's collections to interested people worldwide.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - In this newest edition to a series, Emerging Fashion Designers 5 continues to be a platform for the next generation of young designers, exhibiting original designs by more than 50 recent graduates from 13 premier fashion design programs in the United States. More than 250 images showcase the designers' fresh perspectives on lingerie, sportswear, menswear, children's wear, evening wear, and more. The wide range of work in this anthology is augmented with a brief dossier on each young designer, including inspiration and materials. This easy to navigate resource has garments organized alphabetically by school and indexed graphically by designer. It is an essential reference to the newest talent and trends in fashion.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - From coastal retreats to city streets, the modern shingle style home offers residents a wide range of specialized features, including the ability to reconnect with nature, energy efficiency, and improved indoor environmental quality. Through nearly 300 photos of 40 North American homes, this study offers historical perspectives and modern interpretations of this unique American movement. Be inspired by the creative ways that stone, wood, and natural light are used to provide comfortable and sustainable living quarters that accompany the natural elements of these properties.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - From the B-17 Flying Fortress and PBY Catalina, via the F-4 Phantom to the F-15I Thunder, Israeli Air Force 69 Squadron, the Hammers, have always been the long-range, heavy bombing element of Israeli air power. 69 Sqdn. fought in six wars and flew thousands of missions. The first Hammers mission was the bombardment of Cairo in July 1948. The final B-17 missions were flown during the 1956 Suez War, the last of the Flying Fortresses to bomb operationally anywhere. From 1969, the Hammers flew the legendary F-4 through participation in the War of Attrition, the Yom Kippur War and the Lebanon War. Flying the F-15I since 1998, the Hammers story of operations, aircraft and persons is the essence of this book that unveils, for the first time ever, the full story of Israeli B-17 operations, the complete story of how the Israeli Phantoms defeated the Syrian SAM network in Lebanon, the thundering introduction of the F-15I into Israeli service, and much more.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - From the late-1800s up to the beginning of World War I some of the most elegant and colorful regimental steins were produced for Kaiser Wilhelm II's cavalry regiments. Each stein portrayed the unique uniform colors, owner, service dates, and fellow servicemen of the regiment. These steins represent a time of military fashion that disappeared during World War I. The steins presented in this book are organized by cavalry service branch, beginning with the heavy cavalries of Prussia and Saxony, followed by the Hussar and Uhlan (lancer) regiments, and finishing with representative steins of the Mounted Rifle (Jäger Zu Pferde) and Dragoon regiments. Each stein is well illustrated in large color photos. This book provides an accurate collector's reference for cavalry regimental steins of the Kaiser's time.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The 458th Bomb Group (H) entered combat with the 8th Air Force early in 1944. Based at Horsham St. Faith in England, the combat crews participated in the decisive Campaigns - 'Big Week', 'Big B', D-Day and the assault on Germany's oil industry - waged by the USAAF up to VE-Day. The group also tested the operational use of 'Azon' radio-controlled bombs. The 458th flew a total of 240 missions, during which over 13,000 tons of ordnance was dropped, and was achieved at the cost of sixty-five crews MIA or involved in operational accidents. This is their complete history.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The development and combat use of the U.S. World War II era, fixed bail' M-1 helmet is covered in this all new volume. Years of research has resulted in this well-balanced and complete work, which includes previously unknown material and unique examples of the M-1 helmet. Much attention is given to the many specific manufacturing details, contract numbers and dates involved in the production of M-1 and M-2helmets. Each variation has been carefully photographed and presented.Also, ten mannequin ensemblesrepresent theGI during basic training, through the fighting in Italy, Normandy, Holland, the Ardennes and Germany.The museum section of the book contains a wealth of rare liners, unit painted helmets, rank marked helmets, camouflaged helmets, paratrooper helmets, battlefield found helmetsand much more.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - For the first time, the brief nine year history of SS Allach Porcelain (1936-1945), the infamous nazi run porcelain factory, is presented in this new two volume reference. Explored in detail is the fascinating array of sculptures made by Allach, and also the historical significance as to why each category of porcelain was established. Close-up views of figures show the skilled artistry of some of Germany's greatest sculptors, potterers and painters including Theodor Karner, Ottmar Obermaier and Richard Forster. And why this little known porcelain factory named Allach may be considered the producer of some of the finest porcelain the world has seen to this day. This two volume reference is the result of many years of painstaking research and collecting. No expense was spared to bring the facts to all Allach Porcelain collectors and porcelain aficionado's alike. The books feature over 600 photographs, including many never before seen porcelain figures, and comprehensive text.…