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In this celebrated work, his only novel, Wilde forged a devastating portrait of the effects of evil and debauchery on a young aesthete in late-19th-century England. Combining elements of the Gothic horror novel and decadent French fiction, the book center …

Colorists will love to relax and unwind with these idyllic scenes, which capture the peaceful sights of country locales. From antique shop windows and farm stand displays to rustic table settings and covered bridges, the richly detailed illustrations cele …

Thirty-one intricate portraits of pooches form the perfect coloring book for dog lovers with a taste for the fanciful. Flowers, paisley patterns, and other ornaments highlight pictures of dogs on road trips, digging fossils, and reveling in nature. Pages …

Learn about the wonders of America's national parks in this fun-filled activity book with mazes, spot-the-difference puzzles, word searches, crosswords, and secret codes. Discover fascinating facts about the animals, plants, landmarks, and geography of ma …

Great classic by Icelandic poet/chieftain chronicles the reigns of 16 high kings descended from the warrior-wizard god Odin. Major section on 15-year reign of Olav II Haraldson, patron saint of Norway. Based on earlier histories, oral traditions, plus new …

Blessed with enormous talents and the energy and ambition to go with them, Franklin was a statesman, author, inventor, printer, and scientist. He helped draft the Declaration of Independence and later was involved in negotiating the peace treaty with Brit …

These 31 charming summer scenes will delight colorists yearning for sunshine every day of the year! Detailed original designs include seascapes, gardens in bloom, and idyllic farm vistas as well as romantic picnics, sunsets, and a wedding on the beach. Pa …

Youngsters can count from 1 to 101 as they connect the dots to complete the hidden pictures! Thirty-eight dot-to-dot puzzles reveal animals that live all over the world, including a fox, sloth, shark, narwhal, panda, and others. Plus, the finished drawing …

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas in the bustling pages of this unique activity book. Kids can look forward to the coming holiday by spotting the hidden objects and characters in 20 joyfully chaotic pictures of Santa's workshop, the North Pole m …

From wishing wells and picnic settings to scenes of canoes on a quiet lake and a bicycle built for two, these illustrations show that romance is in the air! Thirty-one charming illustrations reflect the idyllic qualities of country life and provide colori …

Thirty-one stunning full-page illustrations feature brilliantly patterned butterflies in a variety of creative settings that will flutter to life with color. Each dazzling design centers around delicately beautiful creatures nestled within complex landsca …

Encompassing a broad range of subjects, styles, and moods, English poetry of the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries is generally classified under the term "Romantic," suggesting an emphasis on imagination and individual experience, as well as …

A highly influential figure in the Age of Enlightenment in England and France, whose works helped inspire the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution, John Locke was one of the most important political theorists in Western history. In The Se …

The definitive guide to designing and knitting in the Irish Aran tradition, this highly sought after book returns to print after a decade's absence in a revised and expanded version. The author of many knitting classics, Alice Starmore is internationally …

Passed down long ago from poet to poet and singer to singer in the great oral tradition of Scandinavia, this collection of heroic sagas explores a mythical world. Incorporating legends of Norse gods and heroes, great fires and floods, superhuman warriors …

Idyllic and beautiful scenes in the tradition of Currier & Ives' famous prints offer 31 full-page drawings of barns, meadows, covered bridges, birds, and other familiar sights of rural life. Relaxing and peaceful country images are printed on only one sid …

From the tips of their perky ears to the ends of their fluffy tails, foxes are among the animal kingdom's cutest creatures. These 31 pages of beguiling animals offer colorists a wonderland of intricate, swirling patterns that are downright foxy. Pages are …

Capture the magic and wonder of long, sun-filled summer days with this beautiful color-by-number coloring book. Forty-six detailed scenes of idyllic summertime settings include picnicking, boating, biking, hiking, windsurfing, gardening, and relaxing amid …

Colorists will be delighted with these gorgeous portraits of 31 divine beauties. From a celestial angel posed against a background of planets and stars to angels representing each of the four seasons, the illustrations will captivate audiences with their …

Coldhearted Ebenezer Scrooge has no use for Christmas cheer. He rejects a dinner invitation from his jolly nephew, scolds charity workers, and very begrudgingly allows his clerk a day off. All the warmth and joy of the holiday are humbug to Scrooge until …

Puzzle enthusiasts can tune in to fun as they search for words associated with 100 of the most popular TV shows of all time. Includes themes related to comedies, from All in the Family and Cheers to The Big Bang Theory; dramas such as Downton Abbey, This …

This enchanting adult coloring book transports colorists to a world of magical fairies with 31 gorgeous portraits of winged sprites in flowery settings. Bring these wondrous creatures to life with colors of your own choosing. Pages are perforated and prin …

Horse lovers will be delighted with this stunning collection of 31 detailed illustrations of these magnificent animals. Each detailed picture features a different breed, including palomino, Rocky Mountain, mustang, trotter, and more, all posed against bea …

Belief in God has been replaced by secular humanism in this gripping tale of the apocalypse. Protestantism is over, Catholicism is driven underground, and the Eastern religions have merged into a single pantheistic creed that poses an ongoing military thr …

Let everyone know how you feel with this empowering collection of 31 word art illustrations. Decorative backgrounds bursting with shapes, patterns, butterflies, flowers, and more highlight such cheerful and optimistic phrases as "Enjoy the little things," …

This bilingual anthology reflects the geographic and cultural diversity of the Spanish-speaking world. Encompassing the literary traditions of Central America, South America, and Spain, the stories range in mood from comic and ironic to gritty and fantast …

Welcome to the weird and wonderful world of bugs! Forty-six illustrated pages with easy-to-read captions combine the fun of coloring with learning and offer interesting and fun facts about dozens of creeping, crawling, flying, climbing, chirping, buzzing, …

This enjoyable and effective learning aid invites youngsters to build up a vocabulary of Spanish words. While designed for English-speaking students, this useful activity book will also help Spanish-speaking youngsters improve their spelling and vocabular …

A monumental work by an important modern philosopher, Matter and Memory (1896) represents one of the great inquiries into perception and memory, movement and time, matter and mind. Nobel Prize-winner Henri Bergson surveys these independent but related sph …

Kids can count Marilyn Mermaid's fish friends, pick out the set of triplets among a group of mermaids, and solve other puzzles filled with whimsical pictures of these mythical sea creatures. More than 30 activities include mazes, word puzzles, secret code …

Celebrate Christmas with this magical gallery of whimsical holiday scenes just waiting for color to bring them to life! The 31 charming illustrations feature a wondrous world of adorable gnomes in various fun and festive settings filled with candy canes, …

"All roads lead home for the holidays." This charming coloring book wonderfully captures the joy of celebrating Christmas amid the warmth and comfort of familiar, homey surroundings. The 31 delightful illustrations feature cozy fireside scenes, festive ta …

Brimming with fun, this hilarious collection combines three bestselling books about the boy with the troublesome backside: the original I Need a New Butt!, its sequel I Broke My Butt!, and the latest addition to this series of silly stories, My Butt is S …

A chance encounter between two lonely women leads to a passionate romance in this lesbian cult classic. Therese, a struggling young sales clerk, and Carol, a homemaker in the midst of a bitter divorce, abandon their oppressive daily routines for the freed …

Let your imagination take flight as you relax and color with 31 gorgeous designs! A striking variety of birds and flowers fills each glorious page, from a parrot surrounded by tropical flowers and an owl in a woodland setting to peacocks, hummingbirds, an …

Get cozy and relax as you color 31 picturesque holiday scenes that capture the joy, warmth, and comfort of Christmas. Each cheerful image brings to mind welcoming thoughts of this festive season and includes everything from beautifully decorated trees wit …

Here is a collection of 32 simple projects for novice origami hobbyists -- clearly illustrated and with easy-to-follow instructions that even beginning papercrafters can follow with success. Subjects range from an ultra-simple hat, cup, and pinwheel to th …

Perspective, the author tells us, is easy; yet surprisingly few artists are aware of the simple rules that make it so. This easy-to-follow book -- the first devoted entirely to clarifying the laws of perspective -- remedies the situation. In it, the autho …

The two years before he wrote Crime and Punishment (1866) had been bad ones for Dostoyevsky. His wife and brother had died; the magazine he and his brother had started, Epoch, collapsed under its load of debt; and he was threatened with debtor's prison. W …

From a biological point of view, the human body is an infinitely complex marvel of fine design, superbly adapted to its functions by eons of evolutionary development. Hundreds of specialized organs, bones, muscles, nerve fibers, blood vessels, and other a …

Forty-six picturesque scenes celebrate the simple pleasures of country life: farms, roadside stands, pastures, mills, covered bridges, and more. Colorists can achieve realistic effects with the help of lightly printed numbers that correspond to a simple c …

During a business visit to Count Dracula's castle in Transylvania, a young English solicitor finds himself at the center of a series of horrifying incidents. Jonathan Harker is attacked by three phantom women, observes the Count's transformation from huma …

These beautifully rendered scenes evoke the sights, sounds, and even the smells of autumn. From falling leaves and Halloween decorations to an abundant cornucopia and a festive Thanksgiving collage, 31 amazingly detailed images celebrate one of the most c …

"This is a very well-designed coloring book, with original artworks, even line-widths, and a lovely and playful design style that is as attractive as it is fun to color. Excellent, high quality coloring book!" -- Daily Greet This imaginative collection of …

An internationally renowned origami master recaptures the prehistoric allure of dinosaurs with this new series of original models. Twenty famous and lesser-known creatures from the Mesozoic era include a tyrannosaurus, apatosaurus, pterodactylus, dimetrod …

Color your way around the globe with 46 stunning scenes of major cities, tropical islands, mountaintop vistas, exotic markets, and other popular tourist destinations. Enjoy adding color to places to visit that include New York City, Paris, London, Dubai, …

Determined to make her heroine "as poor and plain as myself," Charlotte Bront� made a daring choice for her 1847 novel. Jane Eyre possesses neither the great beauty nor entrancing charm that her fictional predecessors used to make their way in the world. …

Thirty-one exuberant full-page illustrations to color feature dragonflies in imaginative renditions of natural settings. Inspired by Zentangle, a mode of repetitive patterns, the sweeping designs incorporate a dazzling array of flowers, leaves, and swirli …

One of the world's most famous and influential books, Meditations, by the Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius (A.D. 121-180), incorporates the stoic precepts he used to cope with his life as a warrior and administrator of an empire. Ascending to the imperial t …

Born in a Virginia slave hut, Booker T. Washington (1856-1915) rose to become the most influential spokesman for African Americans of his day. In this eloquently written book, he describes events in a remarkable life that began in bondage and culminated i …

Derived from the Sanskrit term for "circle," the mandala represents wholeness and the human connection to the infinite. More than 30 hypnotic mandalas pulse with energy and life, offering a coloring experience that's utterly magical. Pages are perforated …

Everyone's favorite character from I Need a New Butt!, I Broke My Butt!, and My Butt is SO NOISY! is back in a hilarious new story about a silly butt that won't stop moving! The talented duo of children's author Dawn McMillan and illustrator Ross Kinnaird …

"An unforgettable novel, written with pride and anger, with rebellion and tears." -- Herald Tribune Book Review"Passionate, compelling . . . an impressive accomplishment." -- Saturday Review"Remarkable for its courage, its color, and its natural control." …

In this cornerstone of modern liberal social theory, Peter Kropotkin states that the most effective human and animal communities are essentially cooperative, rather than competitive. Kropotkin based this classic on his observations of natural phenomena an …

Thirty-one heavenly illustrations offer colorists hours of creative relaxation. This treasury of calming and meditative mandala designs features beautifully detailed sun, moon, and star patterns that can be colored in a variety of ways. Illustrations are …

A polemic writing by the famous "Red Rosa" Luxemburg, Reform or Revolution (1899) explains why capitalism can never overcome its internal contradictions. An effective refutation of revisionist interpretations of Marxist doctrine, it defines the position o …

Originally reviled as obscure and obscene, Joyce's masterpiece now stands as one of the great literary achievements of the twentieth century. Loosely based on Homer's Odyssey, the novel traces the paths of Leopold Bloom and other Dubliners through an ord …

Sea turtles, coral reef-dwelling fish, dolphins, and other marine creatures swim through these full-page pictures. Colorists can achieve realistic effects and perfect shading with the help of lightly printed numbers that correspond to a simple color key. …

Celebrate Halloween with everyone's favorite character from the bestselling I Need a NEW BUTT! series. This delightful story follows our inventive young hero as he searches for the most spooktacular costume ever! Will he be a ghost? A pirate? A monstrous …

"Someone must have been telling lies about Josef K., he knew he had done nothing wrong but, one morning, he was arrested." From its gripping first sentence onward, this novel exemplifies the term ""Kafkaesque." Its darkly humorous narrative recounts a ban …

"Excellent. The most valuable, detailed anatomical studies (which are also beautifully drawn) of all parts of the figure." -- American Artist "The best book on artist's anatomy available anywhere." -- Art Students League News Countless artists and student …

Since it was first published in 1900, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz has enchanted readers of all ages with its lovable characters, gentle humor, and quiet wisdom. This complete and unabridged edition of L. Frank Baum's beloved classic invites a new generatio …

A leading German metaphysician of the 19th century, Arthur Schopenhauer (1788-1860) exerted an influence far beyond the hermetic world of philosophy, with adherents ranging from Richard Wagner and Friedrich Nietzsche to Leo Tolstoy and Thomas Mann. Among …

From a strutting chicken and her chick to a big happy cow, this early learning color by number book makes it easy for young colorists to create pictures they'll be proud of. The simple coloring system -- based on colored numbers from 1 to 10 -- makes illu …

"The Expert at the Card Table is the most famous, the most carefully studied book ever published on the art of manipulating cards at gaming tables." --from the Foreword by Martin Gardner. For almost a century, this book has been considered indispensable t …

The Weary Blues is Langston Hughes's first published collection of poems, immediately celebrated as a tour de force upon its release. Over ninety years after its publication, it remains a critically acclaimed literary work and still evokes a fresh, contem …

Read by presidents, scientists, and national heroes, the Boy Scouts Handbook has been used by generations of American youths. Filled with practical advice for everyone, the book contains everything from safety tips on swimming and instructions for putting …

Experience the warmth and wonder of Christmas through the masterful storytelling of some of our greatest literary minds. Sixteen classic stories capture the enduring appeal of the Christmas tradition, all wrapped in lore with heartwarming narratives of re …

Angela Porter's wonderfully unique, fun-to-color entangled designs invite you to embrace your daydreams...any time! Colorists can unplug and unwind with these 31 whimsical illustrations featuring a wondrous array of imaginative landscapes, seascapes, and …

"Offers valuable material not only to students of crystallography but also to those of the arts." -- The New York Times Did you ever try to photograph a snowflake? The procedure is very tricky. The work must be done rapidly in extreme cold, for even body …

Nature was a form of religion for naturalist, essayist, and early environmentalist Henry David Thoreau (1817-62). In communing with the natural world, he wished to "live deliberately, to front only the essential facts of life, and ... learn what it had to …

Wild animals in our midst come to vibrant life in this unique, carefully rendered coloring book from nature artist Dot Barlowe. You'll find 42 meticulously rendered black-and-white illustrations of creatures often seen in suburban or even city backyards. …

The much-anticipated arrival of the Sears gift catalog in American homes marked the start of the holiday season during the mid-twentieth century. This facsimile of the Sears, Roebuck and Co.'s 1945 Christmas edition offers a nostalgic look back at consume …

Banned in Russia, Tolstoy's The Kingdom of God Is Within You was deemed a threat to church and state. The culmination of a lifetime's thought, it espouses a commitment to Jesus's message of turning the other cheek. In a bold and original manner, Tolstoy s …

Your heart will soar as you color these 31 magnificent mandalas! The charming circular designs feature beautiful heart patterns lovingly detailed with flowers, birds, bees, and bows. Mandala art is believed to alleviate stress, and coloring these kaleidos …

This fascinating book combines the creative fun of coloring with an exciting sense of discovery as it realistically portrays many facets of life during the Middle Ages, one of history's most dramatic and eventful periods. Forty-two authentically detailed …

Practice relaxation and mindfulness with a little help from the stars! These 31 out-of-this-world illustrations feature the 12 zodiac signs, beautifully styled suns and moons, and other mystical designs, many with striking black backgrounds. Each astrolog …

Cultivate your creativity with this unique coloring book that combines the intricacies of Celtic knotwork with delightful garden motifs. Thirty-one eye-catching illustrations incorporating bees, birds, butterflies, flowers, fruits, vegetables, vines, and …

From George Washington to Joseph R. Biden Jr., this fact-filled coloring book chronicles the history of all 46 US Presidents. Each Chief Executive is depicted in an image drawn from real life, and most portraits feature backgrounds that reflect significan …

This gorgeous paper doll collection spotlights the world's most famous royal sisters-in-law: the Princess of Wales (formerly the Duchess of Cambridge) and the Duchess of Sussex. Sixteen full-color plates feature two dolls and a wonderful showcase of Kate …

Dinosaurs are on the loose in this roarsome activity book! Young paleontologists will come face-to-face with these prehistoric creatures in dozens of dino-themed puzzles, including mazes, secret codes, hidden pictures, spot the differences, word searches, …

What is the difference between art anatomy and Bridgman's concept of the human machine? The human machine is the body as not only a fixed framework but also as a complex work of art which moves and was designed to move. In over 400 drawings, George B. Bri …

The leading style setter of the post-World War II era, French couturier Christian Dior helped revive Paris as the center of high fashion. For this fabulous collection, famous paper doll illustrator Tom Tierney has meticulously researched and re-created ma …

Step back into the roaring twenties with the iconic American retailer Sears, Roebuck and Co. This facsimile of the rare 1923 "Thrift Book of a Nation" catalog embraces the thrift aesthetic -- products of good value meeting practical needs -- and offers a …

Enter the realm of magic and mysticism with this enchanting coloring book. Thirty-one captivating illustrations--many with bewitching black borders and backgrounds--feature celestial designs, crystals and candles, moths and butterflies, flowers and herbs, …

The true story of an individual's struggle for self-identity, self-preservation, and freedom, Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl remains among the few extant slave narratives written by a woman. This autobiographical account chronicles the remarkable o …

Designed especially for animal lovers and adult colorists, this book features 31 original illustrations of cats and dogs in precious poses. The furry friends appear singly and together, indoors and out, in a heartwarming gallery of animal companions. Page …

Featuring 19 of the finest works from the most distinguished writers in the American short-story tradition, this new compilation begins with Nathaniel Hawthorne's 1835 tale "Young Goodman Brown" and ranges across an entire century, concluding with Ernest …

Color your way through the quaint countryside with 31 gorgeous garden scenes that capture the joys of simple country living. This captivating book features lush gardens, scenic landscapes, romantic table settings on terraces highlighted with beautiful blo …

Including the red-winged blackbird, painted bunting, wood duck, great blue heron, ruby-throated hummingbird, purple finch, and blue jay, 46 different species of birds from all parts of the United States are included in this book. The pictures have been fa …

Designed for young pilots, ages 3 to 7, this lively book combines the fun of coloring with the thrill of folding and flying paper airplanes. Models include a space shuttle, air rescue unit, princess plane, jungle jet, monster machine, and other playful mo …

Especially designed for the beginning student, this handy volume helps students learn Spanish by presenting simple, easy-to-read adaptations of classic Spanish stories and other material -- with complete faithful English translations on the facing pages. …

From the creator of the wildly successful Creative Haven Creative Cats Coloring Book comes the purrfect follow-up: adorable kittens! Cat lovers and coloring enthusiasts will delight in these beautifully detailed feline portraits and their unique patterns …

Young tourists will have to pay attention to find the differences in more than 50 picture puzzles. Pairs of similar illustrations range from scenes of pandas in China and skyscrapers in Dubai to the Greek seaside, Moroccan souks, Australia's Great Barrier …

An excellent reference for anyone who wants a better understanding of the Constitution, this compilation of eighty-five articles explains and defends the ideals behind the highest form of law in the United States. The essays were written and published ano …

One of the most universally loved and admired English novels, Pride and Prejudice was penned as a popular entertainment. But the consummate artistry of Jane Austen (1775-1817) transformed this effervescent tale of rural romance into a witty, shrewdly obse …

You'll fall in love with these 31 delightful illustrations of everyone's favorite folklore characters known for their playfulness and magical abilities to bring good luck. Relax and enjoy coloring the whimsical outdoor scenes filled with these adorable im …

Budding artists can easily create a variety of different characters by joining circles, ovals, rectangles, cylinders, and other common shapes! - 30 pictures to draw: a fireman, a drummer, a mailman, a cowboy, an astronaut, a roller-skating girl, a boy on …

Escape to a wondrous world with this new coloring book created by best-selling artist Marjorie Sarnat! The 31 gorgeous illustrations feature fairies, princesses, dragons, unicorns, mermaids, and other magical creatures in beautiful fantasy settings. Color …

Girls and boys ages 5 to 10 can learn to draw many different things by using circles, ovals, rectangles, squares, and other shapes! There are 30 pictures to create: peach, apple, tricycle, sailboat, house, cat, rabbit, fish, and more. Simple directions an …