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Author
Publisher
Visible Ink Press
Pub. Date
[2012]
Edition
Second edition.
Physical Desc
xvi, 368 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
Language
English
Description
"From lycanthropic creatures found on television and film such as Teen Wolf, Twilight, and True Blood to the earliest folklore of shape-shifting creatures, The Werewolf Book: The Encyclopedia of Shapeshifting Beings is an eye-opening, blood-pounding tour through the ages of monsters with the most amazing camouflage capabilities?they hide among us! Along the way, you?ll land at the doorstep of creatures like hirsute mass-murderer Albert Fish, and Fritz...
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2022.
Edition
First American edition.
Physical Desc
319 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 29 cm
Language
English
Description
Discover an all-in-one encyclopedia that takes you on an explanatory tour of the world from your own body to outer space. Have you ever wondered how an email gets to someone on the other side of the world in just a few seconds or why it's a bad idea to stand under a tree during a thunderstorm? Discover the answers to all these questions and more with this mind-boggling books of facts. Each page of this mind-blowingly detailed and ambitious encyclopedia...
Author
Publisher
Checkmark Books, an imprint of InfoBase Publishing
Pub. Date
2007
Edition
Third edition
Physical Desc
xii, 564 pages : illustrations ; 29 cm
Language
English
Description
Covers the realm of ghost folklore and mythology with over six hundred entries on historical sightings, paranormal research, and supernatural hauntings.
Author
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Pub. Date
2014.
Edition
3rd edition /
Physical Desc
xxx, 921 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm
Language
English
Description
"Combining serious and meticulously researched fact with entertaining and witty commentary, it has been deemed unique by chefs and reviewers around the globe. It contains both a comprehensive catalogue of food stuffs--biscuits named after battles and divas; body parts from toe to cerebellum; breads from Asia to the Mediterranean--and a richly allusive account of the culture of food, whether expressed in literature and cookery books, or as dishes peculiar...
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Sink your claws into some cat facts! Learn the history, behaviors, physical traits, and special characteristics of cat breeds including Siamese, Persian, American Shorthair, Abyssinian, Maine Coon, and many more. This guidebook gives cat lovers and owners an in-depth look at some furry feline friends. Charming photographs, fun facts, and hands-on pet care tips make this is the ultimate cat-alogue!"-- Provided by publisher.
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2022.
Edition
First American edition.
Physical Desc
224 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 27 cm
Language
English
Description
"This first encyclopedia covers all the big topics for little learners, including science, history, space, and the natural world. Explore deep underground and high in the sky, travel the globe on ships and trains, and find out about dinosaurs, plants and animals, the human body, and much, muche more. The Very Hungry Caterpillar's Very First Encyclopedia features vibrant photography alongside more than 250 timeless illustrations from the World of Eric...
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2019.
Edition
Third edition ; American edition.
Physical Desc
400 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm
Language
English
Description
Provides information on keeping an aquarium or pond, highlighting species of popular freshwater, saltwater, tropical, and cold water fish, along with information on feeding, breeding, and care.
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
2006
Edition
1st American ed.
Physical Desc
351 pages : color illustrations ; 31 cm
Language
English
Description
Contains alphabetically-arranged entries that profile more than one thousand heroes and villains featured in Marvel comics, and includes illustrations and a brief history of Marvel.
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Icelandic Sheepdogs are born with extra toes. Dalmatians are born without spots. Some Siberian Huskies have one blue eye and one brown eye. Learn all about the characteristics of various dog breeds and much more! Packed with amazing photographs and fun facts, dog owners and fans will get an in-depth look at these curious, lovable canines." --Amazon
Author
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Pub. Date
[2017]
Physical Desc
536 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps ; 26 cm
Language
English
Description
Horses of the World is a comprehensive, large-format overview of 570 breeds of domestic and extant wild horses, including hybrids between the two and between domestic breeds and other equids, such as zebras. This beautifully illustrated and detailed guide covers the origins of modern horses, anatomy and physiology, variation in breeds, and modern equestrian practices. The treatment of breeds is organized by country within broader geographical regions--from...
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2019.
Edition
First American edition.
Physical Desc
320 pages : color illustrations ; 31 cm
Language
English
Description
Packed full of astounding close-up images, Explanatorium of Science is the ultimate guide to how the world works, explaining every aspect of science from gigantic galaxies to tiny cells and miniscule atoms.
Series
Publisher
Rodale
Pub. Date
[2017]
Edition
Newly revised and updated.
Physical Desc
xiii, 706 pages : illustrations, map ; 24 cm
Language
English
Description
"Learn how to use natural and chemical-free methods to grow vegetables, fruit, perennials, annuals, bulbs, herbs, trees, and shrubs and maintain your landscape all year-round."--Back cover.
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2016.
Edition
Third American edition.
Physical Desc
336 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm
Language
English
Description
The definitive home reference guide to 550 key herbs with all their uses as remedies for common ailments. Mind, Body, Spirit Series.-- Source other than Library of Congress.
Author
Publisher
DK in association with the Smithsonian Institution
Pub. Date
2014
Edition
Revised and updated edition.
Physical Desc
320 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 31 cm
Language
English
Description
Full-color maps, photographs, and paintings illustrate a comprehensive reference guide to American history.
Author
Series
Language
English
Formats
Description
"This title includes step-by-step recipes for breakfasts, main courses, side dishes, desserts, and more. Features include sections on preparation and safety and cooking terms. Informative sidebars provide additional information." -- Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Language
English
Formats
Description
"This title includes step-by-step recipes for cakes, cupcakes, cookies, pies, muffins, breads, and more. Features include sections on baking basics, preparation and safety, common ingredients used in baking, and baking techniques. Informative sidebars provide additional information." -- Provided by publisher.
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
[2018]
Edition
First American edition.
Physical Desc
256 pages : color illustrations ; 25 cm
Language
English
Description
"Diagnose any health problem with this simple visual symptom guide: simple illustrations of every part of the body lead you straight to the problem ; easy-to-follow descriptions of symptoms guide you to the likely cause and more information about the condition ; symbols indicate the appropriate form of medical help ; ailments that need urgent medical advice are clearly flagged ; written and authenticated by a team of doctors."--Page 4 of cover.
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