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The American Museum of Natural History's Rare Book Collection contains some of the most extraordinary, vivid images from the natural world - and this beautiful gift box is perfect for any nature enthusiast. It features 60 stunning postcards printed with the best selections from the museum's Research library, divided into six categories (each with ten cards). The selections include: Fish, Mollusks and Other ...

Seafood lovers - and foodies concerned with sustainability - will welcome this third cookbook from the author of For Cod and Country. Taking an eco-friendly approach, Barton Seaver creates fresh-tasting and casual dishes featuring seafood that hasn't been overfished or caught in a destructive way. More than 150 new, utterly delicious recipes range from 'Chilled Oysters with Grilled Merguez Sausage' to 'Zupp...

"He has big antlers, runs fast on hoofed feet, and likes to eat plants." "Who's that?" Is it a polar bear? A seal? No it's a reindeer! Children will love guessing which arctic animal they'll find beneath the flap, including a walrus, fox, and snowy owl. A final spread features all the creatures included in the book having a polar party."

On the grounds of Misselthwaite, her Uncle Archibald's estate near the Yorkshire moors, nine-year-old Mary Lennox finds a walled-in garden that has been locked securely for years. With the help of Dickon Sowerby, a young local boy who can charm animals, Mary cultivates the garden, an experiences that both improves her health and raises her spirits. Ultimately, the secret garden proves beneficial not only to...

Lewis Carroll's novels have entertained readers young and old for more than a century. Their magical worlds, amusing characters, clever dialogue and playfully logical illogic epitomise the whit and whimsy of Carroll's writing. Both stories feature the coloured classic illustrations of John Tenniel.

From the celebrated Cuban bar Cienfuegos, owned by the co-owner of the award-winning Death & Co., dubbed America's Best Cocktail Bar, comes this spirited collection of 100 recipes that celebrate Cuba's rich cocktail history and culture. Featuring classics as well as modern craft concoctions, Cuban Cocktails offers more than just a gathering of recipes. It captures the tropical elegance and unfiltered energy...

When the Manhattan came along, it completely changed the drinking landscape. Cocktail historian Philip Greene traces the evolution of this classic from the stories of its origin to its continuing influence. Richly illustrated with vintage artwork and deluxe photos, this definitive story of the iconic cocktail offers 65 recipes from the classic versions to the Manhattan's many descendants - including the alm...

Desperate to escape his abusive father and the constraints of the civilized life, young Huck Finn fakes his death and, with the help of his slave friend Jim, embarks on a vagabond life rafting down the Mississippi River.

It is a dazzling interpretation that has been arranged by animal, making it easy for children to follow. It is aimed at children age 5 to 8 years old. Aesop's wise and witty fables are among the most popular stories ever written and Charles Santore's richly illustrated version is one of the most gorgeous editions ever published. Unavailable for a number of years, this dazzling interpretation features lavish...

For the first time, "Natural Histories" allows readers a privileged glimpse of seldom seen, fully illustrated scientific tomes from the "American Museum of Natural History's Rare Book Collection" - a collection of over 450,000 volumes. Forty essays from the museum's top experts in a variety of natural science disciplines, from anthropology to zoology, accompany and discuss each rare tome's unique qualities ...

This title features 1,500 all-colour photos, charts and drawings. More than ever, boaters need a single comprehensive reference that combines the best traditions of seamanship with cutting-edge practices, gear, and technology. That's why, for nearly a century, Chapman Piloting & Seamanship has remained the most respected and widely used guide for boating under power and sail. This 67th revised edition is fu...

It is a story about Case Vecchie, the most notable cooking school in Sicily, the foods it produces & the loyal staff. It includes plus more than 100 traditional Sicilian recipes. It also includes colour photographs to bring the beauty of Case Vecchie to life. Case Vecchie is the most notable cooking school in Sicily, a place where life is lived and food prepared the same way it has been for centuries. A...

This is the latest beautiful gift set from the popular Natural Histories series. It includes fascinating essays and accounts from legendary explorers and early naturalists. This gorgeously illustrated volume will appeal to every seafaring and natural-science enthusiast. Without our oceans, which cover almost 72 percent of our planet, Earth simply could not exist, or humanity survive. Join author Melanie Sti...

Marco Polo was the most famous traveller of his time. His voyages began in 1271 with a visit to China, after which he served the Kubilai Khan on numerous diplomatic missions. On his return to the West he was made a prisoner of war and met Rustichello of Pisa, with whom he collaborated on this book. The accounts of his travels provide a fascinating glimpse of the different societies he encountered. He tells ...

On the first day of Christmas, a gift was sent to me: a parrot in a palm tree! Ahoy mateys - Christmas is coming, and even pirates celebrate the holiday! This follow-up to the hugely popular A Pirate's Night Before Christmas (9781402790010) offers a witty reimagining of "The Twelve Days of Christmas" - with a sly buccaneer twist. A brave cabin boy receives marvelously mysterious gifts for each of the 12 day...

Perfect for home or office, this is the complete spirit of Christmas in a neat little package. It provides everything needed to create a beautiful and festive 15" tall tree. The Holiday Cheer book included features step-by-step instructions plus delicious cookie recipes and classic Christmas stories. "Enchanted Christmas Tree In-a-Box" provides everything needed to create a beautiful and festive decoration....

This title helps you construct a fleet of water-resistant paper boats using creative origami techniques. It includes an 80-page instruction and project book, 50 sheets of pre-printed origami paper and a waterproofing stick. It is suitable for children aged 12 and up. Set sail, with a fleet of water-resistant paper boats. From a graceful catamaran to a stealthy submarine, these nine nautical projects are eas...

This title includes illustrated ornithological monographs from the museum's rare book collections. Extraordinary Birds follows the success of Natural Histories and is the next compendium in this well-received series that marries art and thought-provoking science. American Museum of Natural History ornithologist Paul Sweet takes readers on a migratory journey across the globe, introducing them to unique and ...