America is once again gripped by fear that we are falling behind and fast. Unlike the Soviet threat that shook our nation a half century ago, the menace today is homegrown. On issues of national impor
Legendary player and coach Steve Spurrier is recognized as the driving force who transformed the once mocked Southeastern Conference (SEC) into a dynasty that has won the last six national college foo
The best-selling conservation classic—completely expanded, revised, and updated—that reveals how the mission of saving land got off track and how it can be resurrected
Here’s a reality that will shock most parents: There is a silent epidemic in America—one that is needlessly stressing out parents, causing children pain and embarrassment, and costing families and the
Surfing has evolved from a relatively obscure pastime to one of the fastest growing sports in the world. Today, there are millions of surfers across the globe. The Art of Surfing was the first book of
The Food Lovers’ Guide to Europe is the definitive guide to the Old World’s tastiest destinations. Blending practical travel information with hand-picked selections of the finest culinary treats Europ
The?hilarious and heart-wrenching memoir from a Peace Corps volunteer in Zaire?with a new introductionLovers of fine travel- and adventure-writing will savor Mike Tidwell’s richly acclaimed narrative
The ultimate guide to the food scene in Phoenix and Scottsdale provides the inside scoop on the best places to find, enjoy, and celebrate local culinary offerings. Written for residents and visitors a
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A fun and fascinating exploration of modern technology, Sex, Bombs, and Burgers reveals how these three billion-dollar industries have shaped our everyday lives. It’s also a chronicle of popular cultu
Lt. William Diebold served in the Army’s Air Transport Command in the China-Burma-India theater of World War II and never fired a weapon in battle. Like many men who flew the Hump, he never saw on-the
A remarkable story of friendship and lifelong bonds, set in the turmoil of Haiti?Writing as a mother, journalist, and former human rights observer, Sandra Marquez Stathis takes readers on a powerful j
The ultimate guide to Houston's food scene provides the inside scoop on the best places to find, enjoy, and celebrate local culinary offerings. Written for residents and visitors alike to find produce
The ultimate guide to the food scene in both Miami and Fort Lauderdale provides the inside scoop on the best places to find, enjoy, and celebrate local culinary offerings. Written for residents and vi
Best Easy Day Hikes Fresno includes concise descriptions of the best short hikes in the area, with detailed maps of the routes. The 17 hikes in this guide are generally short, easy to follow, and guar
In her celebrated memoir Dork Whore, Iris Bahr chronicled her stint in the Israeli military and her precollege backpacking trip through Asia, where she spent most of her time eating sketchy foods and
Tales of the country’s original criminals—and how the courts punished them for their misdeeds?Scarlet Letters, wanton dalliances, Sabbathbreaking, and debt: Colonial laws were easily broken and the ma
The heart-wrenching and adventure-filled stories of a South African wild animal vet and his colleagues When do you watch a wild animal suffer and let nature take its course, and when do you intervene?
