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Traces the Manhattan background from its formation in 1855 to its succession by the American Standard Tool Company in 1869 * Illustrated with photographs by noted collector Miles W. Standish Manhattan's activities spanned the years 1855 to 1873--an exciting period in American firearms that wi... |
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In this book, John A. English presents a detailed examination of the role of the Canadian Army in Normandy from the D-Day landings in June 1944 through the closing of the Falaise Gap in August....
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* Detailed study of a brief but bloody campaign
* Full of personal accounts of air, ground, and naval actions * Author has made numerous trips to Crete and knows the ground well The fall of Crete in May 1941 was a catastrophic blow to the Allied cause. Nevertheless, the British, New Ze... |
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The more you know about the animal you re hunting, the better your chances are of having a successful hunt. Learning about the life history, habits, and behaviors of black bears is important for bear hunters because the animals are different from most other popular big-game quarry--and there s a lot...
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- Historical background on the Parker Company and its guns - Production and distribution methods explained In the American shotgun world, the Parker Shotgun represented class and distinction. The story of the Parker gun is not only about a firearms product but also about a large and incredi... |
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This book tells, with firsthand accounts as well as numerous, never-seen-before photographs, the combat history of German Tiger Tank Battalion 503, the senior Tiger battalion of the German Army, equipped with both the Tiger I and the King Tiger. The battalion saw action in the attempted relief of St...
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From the traditional wing-bone turkey call used for generations to the newest high-tech calls, Hickoff gives tips and tactics for everyone who hunts the turkey woods. This book offers instructions on how to make your own calls and how to call in wild turkeys will enhance every hunter's ability to id...
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Illinois was in many ways born in blood. From the early days of piracy to twentieth-century mob massacres, the state has been plagued with some of the worst crimes in history. This book begins with a general overview of crime in the state and then focuses on its headline stories. Included are the ca...
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Cape May is unique among New Jersey beach towns. With its abundance of nineteenth-century architecture, it is the nation s premier Victorian resort. This full-color insider s guide provides helpful information on attractions, events, dining, and touring, as well as detailed descriptions of the best ...
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Rommel's Lieutenants: The Men Who Served the Desert Fox, France, 1940 (Stackpole Military History Series)
מאת Samuel W. Mitcham Jr.
One of the most famous soldiers to fight in World War II, Erwin Rommel achieved immortality as the Desert Fox in the sands of Africa, but his first field command was the 7th Panzer Division, the so-called Ghost Division. During the 1940 campaign in France, the unit suffered more casualties than any ...
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Thirty veterans of World War II from Pennsylvania recall their time of service in France, Italy, Burma, Guadalcanal, the Philippines, and the Pacific in this new volume based on Pennsylvania Cable Network's award-winning series "World War II - In Their Own Words". The very personal and deeply human ...
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*Leadership and officership *Rights, privileges, and restrictions *Assignments, pay, career development, and promotions *Uniforms, awards, and decorations *Family matters and the social side of Army life Published by Stackpole and its corporate predecessors for more than seventy-five ye... |
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Mountain Warriors: Moroccan Goums in World War II (Stackpole Military History Series)
מאת Edward L. Bimberg
Recruited from the Atlas Mountains in Africa, the Moroccan Goums were the knife-wielding irregular troops who distinguished themselves in tenacious fighting in Tunisia, Italy, France, and Germany during World War II, terrifying the enemy with their ferocity and odd appearance in traditional garb. Be...
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Hiking the Allegheny National Forest: Exploring the Wilderness of Northwestern Pennsylvania
מאת Jeff Mitchell
The Allegheny National Forest in north-western Pennsylvania covers 500,000 acres and is nationally known for it's many established hiking trails. This guide covers 50 day-hikes and 5 backpacking trails in and around the region. Information for each hike includes what to pack, time to allow, detailed...
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Haunted Tennessee: Ghosts and Strange Phenomena of the Volunteer State (Stackpole Haunted Series)
מאת Alan Brown Ghosts seem to be found everywhere in Tennessee, from the bucolic small towns to the weathered historic districts of its metropolitan centers. Readers will encounter the spirits of the Battle of Shiloh, the Fiddlin' Snake Man of Johnson County, Andrew Jackson at the Hermitage, Hank Williams at Ry... |
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* Portrait of this famous World War II unit at the height of its success
* Completely illustrated with photos, maps, and diagrams--in color where available In the sands of the Western Desert in 1941-42, Erwin Rommel made history as the Desert Fox, waging a brilliant and bold campaign against... |
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Fighting Men of World War II, Volume I: Axis Forces--Uniforms, Equipment, and Weapons (Fighting Men of World War II)
מאת David Miller
This first volume of Fighting Men of World War II offers a comprehensive, full-color look at the clothing (such as boots, pants, helmet, tunic, greatcoat, camouflage, and badges), equipment, weapons, vehicles, and rations of Axis soldiers. Also included are popular items, such as lighters, that were...
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- The definitive book on the subject The period from 1850 to 1900 witnessed the most far-reaching changes sporting gun and rifle design had ever experienced. Prior to this, changes had been pedestrian; the muzzleloader still prevailed in 1850 as it had for previous centuries. In this major wo... |
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* An illustrated guide to the fundamentals of shooting trap and skeet * Tips on gear, ammunition, safety, storage, shooting stance, and more * Includes step-by-step instructions on how to clean a shotgun The sport of trap and skeet shooting is described in detail for the beginning or experi... |
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A Guide to Night Sounds: The Nighttime Sounds of 60 Mammals, Birds, Amphibians, and Insects
מאת Lang Elliott
As anyone who has been captivated by the sounds of an evening outdoors knows, the nightly music of the woods can be a lovely but bewildering mix of hoots, croaks, howls, and grunts. This handy collection of field recordings and species descriptions helps you to identify the various members of the no...
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The Battle of the Bulge: The Losheim Gap / Holding the Line (Stackpole Military History Series)
מאת Hans Wijers
Most accounts of the Battle of the Bulge focus on Bastogne, but the Germans' main thrust actually occurred to the north, where Sepp Dietrich's Sixth SS Panzer Army stormed through the Losheim Gap. In this region of thick forests and tiny villages, U.S. troops halted the best of the German war machin...
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*Birthplaces of all 43 presidents *Packed with photos of people and placesElvis, blue jeans, Abraham Lincoln, plutonium, Slinkys, Frank Sinatra, the Cobb salad, Superman, Lucille Ball, e-mail, baseball, Mark Twain, flight, McDonalds, and hundreds of other notable people and things all have birt... |
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Ranger Dawn: The American Ranger from the Colonial Era to the Mexican War (Stackpole Military History Series)
מאת Col Robert W. Black
Robert W. Black adds a new chapter to his story of the American Rangers, beginning with the birth of the Ranger idea in the 1600s and following Ranger forces through the Mexican War of 1846-48. This book features Ranger pioneers like Robert Rogers, Francis Marion, and George Rogers Clark....
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This guide provides the most thorough explanation of how Civil War artillery operated in the field; definitions of all the equipment belonging to an artillery battery; explanations on the use of each piece of equipment; details for handling the horses; movement of artillery; and formations for battl...
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* First-ever revision of a classic guidebook
* Information on each plant's characteristics, distribution, and medicinal qualities as well as updated taxonomy and 15 new species * How to identify and use wild plants for medicinal purposes This illustrated guide to North American wild medi... |
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A comprehensive guide to fishing along the coast, Surf Fishing the Atlantic Coast describes where and when to locate all the popular species. You'll learn how to cast for distance and accuracy and how to find and keep bait, including squid, worms, crabs, clams, mussels, shrimp, and baitfish. In-dept...
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"[Covering Iraq] has been the most frustrating and rewarding experience of my life as a journalist." - Joe Klein, Time Magazine, in an interview with Charles Jones
War has always attracted journalists, such as Ernest Hemingway in the Spanish Civil War or David Halberstam in Vietnam. And war repor... |
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This fun, informative guidebook profiles 15 major amusement parks in Virginia, Maryland, and Delaware. A complete history of the industry is followed by an account of parks in the region, accompanied by vintage photographs and postcard scenes. Visitor information on location, schedules, admission, t...
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Triumphant Fox: Erwin Rommel and the Rise of the Afrika Korps (Stackpole Military History Series)
מאת Samuel W. Mitcham Jr.
General Erwin Rommel arrived in Africa's Western Desert in February 1941 to head the elite German Afrika Korps in its efforts to bolster its battered Italian allies. Disobeying orders to remain on the defensive, Rommel attacked, nearly pushed the numerically superior British out of Libya, and besieg...
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Cemeteries, abandoned buildings, and roads to nowhere are all that remain of several once-thriving towns in Pennsylvania. This guidebook profiles 46 locations that have been abandoned or left to ruin, and some that have seen new life as historic sites, with discussions on their history, daily life, ...
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Bandboxes: Tips, Tools, and Techniques for Learning the Craft (Heritage Crafts) (Heritage Crafts Today)
מאת Edwina Cholmeley-Jones
Bandboxes were first made in Elizabethan England as storage for men's linen collars, or bands, but the craft really took off in nineteenth-century America, where cardboard was sewn together and covered with wallpaper to makes boxes to accommodate a variety of possessions. Bandboxes remain popular to...
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Identify trees in any season, not just when they are in full leaf. This field-tested guide features colour photos showing bark; branching patterns; fruits, flowers, or nuts; and overall appearance; as well as leaf colour and shape - all chosen specifically to illustrate trees in spring, summer, wint...
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Rolling Thunder against the Rising Sun: The Combat History of U.S. Army Tank Battalions in the Pacific in WWII
מאת Gene Eric Salecker
Although the history of armor in World War II has captured the attention of countless authors, no one has yet chronicled the extensive use of tanks in the Pacific, until now. In comprehensive detail Gene Eric Salecker describes the exploits of American tanks on the jungle islands where troops engage...
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Peach Cookbook: Beverages, Breakfast Treats, Appetizers, Soups, Salads, Entrees, Desserts
מאת Mimi Brodeur Sweet and succulent, peaches are America's favorite fruit. In Mimi's newest book of original recipes, peaches maintain their starring role in desserts, such as sumptuous peach ice cream, peach schnappy creme brule, and peach upside-down cake with rum cream. But the fruit adds new character depth ... |
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The fierce close combat in the remote areas of South Vietnam's northern provinces in 1967-68--the battles of Hiep Duc, March 11, Nhi Ha, and Hill 406--has been a strangely underreported slice of the Vietnam War. Through the Valley brings those battles into sharp focus, chronicling the efforts of the...
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Fly Fisherman's Guide to Saltwater Prey: How to Match Coastal Prey Fish and Invertebrates With the Fly Patterns That Imitate Them
מאת Ph.D.
The complete reference for matching coastal prey fish and invertebrates with the fly patterns that imitate them. Photos of gamefish prey, information on the habitats, locations, and seasons in which the prey are most likely found, and photos and recipes of the flies to imitate them help you create, ...
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A guidebook to the museum in Strasburg, Pennsylvania, covering the history of the state's railroad industry, with a tour of the 100,000squarefoot exhibit hall, which displays dozens of historic locomotives and rolling stock significant to Pennsylvania's railroad heritage. A complete checklist ...
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A treasury of 125 ghost stories from the Keystone State makes up this huge volume. Each region of Pennsylvania is represented by an assortment of eerie tales, gathered by two of the state's best-known authors on the subject, including: Tragic spectres of Gettysburg; Pittsburgh's legendary Green Man;...
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A rich history, larger-than-life personalities, and independent spirit make Texas a treasure trove of ghostly lore. This collection, drawn from the deserts of the west to the beaches of the Gulf Shore, includes eerie tales of the spirits that haunt the Alamo, Old Rip the horned toad, UFO sightings i...
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- Las Golondrinas, Pinos Altos, and La Flamenca in Spain - Molland and West Molland, Haddeo, Stoke Edith, Castle Hill, Stratfield Saye, Highclere, Drynachan, and Ballywater in the UK - Bird shoots in Kenya - Dove in Columbia and Argentina - Pheasant in Denmark - Wild quail in the United State... |
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The Great Ships: British Battleships in World War II (Stackpole Military History Series)
מאת Peter C. Smith
* Authoritative study of the battleship in World War II
* Stirring episodes of naval combat * Covers the famous chase after the Bismarck, the sinking of the Scharnhorst, the coastal bombardments on D-Day, and other actions Although naval development before World War II focused on aircraf... |
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Doughboy War: The American Expeditionary Force in World War I (Stackpole Military History Series) (The Stackpole Military History)
מאת James H. Hallas
This multi-layered history of World War I's doughboys recapitulates the enthusiasm of scores of soldiers as they trained for war, voyaged to France, and finally, faced the harsh reality of combat on the Western Front. Drawing on journals, diaries, personal narratives and unit histories, Hallas relat...
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Ralph Peters--career soldier, controversial strategist, prize-winning, best-selling novelist, erstwhile rock musician, popular columnist, and old-fashioned adventurer--has always been good for a surprise. Now, for the first time, Peters recounts the personal experiences that shaped his views of the ...
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Beyond Basic Knitting: Techniques and Projects to Expand Your Skills (Stackpole Beyond Basics)
מאת Anita J. Tosten
* Detailed information that builds on basic knitting techniques
* How-to instructions complete with color photographs * Includes essential skills review and knitting resources list How to knit on the bias, create flawless necklines, incorporate beads into a design, and knit a mitred corner ... |
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24 b/w photos 12 maps 5 x 8 A fully revised and updated classic Perfect for both tourists and armchair visitors Originally published in 1960, this guidebook combines the drama of the battle with complete information about each tour stop. Clear directions and knowledgeable commentary on the town o...
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The Garden State is rife with beautiful natural areas preserved by the state park system. This is a comprehensive guide to camping, hiking, boating, and other recreation to be enjoyed in New Jersey's state parks. Packed with detailed maps, the book includes useful trail descriptions, helpful tips on...
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Tales of unexplained phenomena in Delaware, including the evil murderess Patty Cannon, the judge who was buried twice, the vengeful phantom dog of Frederica, the wizard of Belltown who sold his soul to the Devil, the Girl of the Dunes waiting on her lost love, and many more. Includes information on ...
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"Cavalry from Hoof to Track" traces the evolution of the cavalry and demonstrates how its survival is a history of creative responses to the changing dynamics of modern warfare. History of cavalry from horses to tanks and helicopters. Sweeping narrative covers the ancient world, the Mongol hordes, m...
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Luftwaffe Fighter Ace: From the Eastern Front to the Defense of the Homeland (Stackpole Military History Series)
מאת Norbert Hanning
Norbert Hanning remembers an attack on a Soviet bomber: 'I side-slipped down towards his tail, got in close behind him, and aimed at his two starboard engines. Pieces flew off his wing as my shells struck home. Bright flames streamed from his engines...an inferno erupted as his wing tanks went up'....
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Panzers in Normandy: General Hans Eberbach and the German Defense of France, 1944 (Stackpole Military History Series)
מאת Samuel W. Mitcham Jr.
In July 1944, after fighting in most of Germany's campaigns--Poland, France in 1940, the Eastern Front--and then serving as Heinz Guderian's troubleshooter, General of Panzer Troops Hans Eberbach took command of Panzer Group West near the vital city of Caen in the British sector of Normandy. During ...
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Tips on stance, grip, and swing are combined with the official rules of the US Croquet Association to create the complete guide to this enjoyable game....
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Handbook Of Hatches: Introductory Guide to the Foods Trout Eat & the Most Effective Flies to Match Them
מאת Dave Hughes
Fishing success comes from making wise observations on stream and acting on them right away. In Handbook of Hatches, Dave Hughes teaches how to match the hatch and not worry about identifying the insect until later, if at all, and to fish better, focus on shape, size, and color to choose the best fl...
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A companion to The 1865 Customs of Service for Non-Commissioned Officers and Soldiers, this volume describes the duties of each commissioned officer rank in garrison and on the field of battle and reveals lessons learned from the Civil War. Discusses military tactics of armies; administrative ...
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Learn the arcane yet effective art of pishing from a master. In this unique book and CD package, renowned birder Pete Dunne presents an illustrated workshop on how to attract birds by making precise and well-practiced hisses, whistles, chips, and squeals (along with some kisses and thumps) that almo...
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A superb collection of field recordings and descriptions offer unparalleled access to the sounds and calls of numerous popular and less well-known amphibians. The book and CD provide an introduction to the sound repertoire of species living in eastern and central North America. A variety of calls fr...
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The Klondike bar is America's favourite ice cream novelty. This book traces its history and the rise and fall of its creator company, Isaly's Dairy, which evolved from one milk wagon to a dozen plants that supplied its 400 delis and dairies by the 1950s. The family company thrived on sound business ...
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Originally published in 1959 and written by one of the seminal figures in American folk-life studies, this classic work examines the folk origins of Christmas in the Keystone State. Composed of interviews and contemporary newspaper reports, it records holiday traditions from the eighteenth century t...
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Red Star Under the Baltic: A Soviet Submariner in World War II (Stackpole Military History Series)
מאת Victor Korzh
Submarines were uninviting enough, with dank, claustrophobic conditions and little hope of escape if disaster struck, and the relatively shallow waters of the Baltic only compounded the dangers. That's where Soviet submariner Viktor Korzh served, hunting and sinking German shipping. His memoir unfol...
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Hikes in the Mid-Atlantic States: Maryland Pennsylvania New Jersey New York (Exploring the Appalachian Trail)
מאת Glenn Scherer
10 b/w photos 65 maps 5 x 7 Complete descriptions of 170 great day hikes on the AT Easy-to-read topographic maps and elevation profiles for each hike Plants, wildlife, and historical points to see along the way From the spruce forests of Tennessee and the leafy gorges of Virginia to the rolli...
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A fun look at unexplained phenomena in Massachusetts, including the wandering spirit of lost child Lucy Keyes, the monkey-like Dover Demon, the ghost that leaves tips at Stone's Public Tavern, hauntings in Lizzie Borden's house, the Black Flash phantom in Provincetown, and many more....
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* Instructions for carving and painting both the hen and the drake
* Life-size patterns included for both birds * Convenient lay-flat spiral binding The latest entry in the Workbench Projects series offers step-by-step instructions and photographs for carving and painting a green-winged ... |
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Haunted Virginia: Ghosts and Strange Phenomena of the Old Dominion (Stackpole Haunted Series)
מאת L. B. Taylor Jr. The Old Dominion has been one of the nation's most embattled states. Serving as center stage for both the Revolution and the Civil War, it is also one of the most haunted. In addition to the sagas of the tragic spirits from these wars, this volume includes stories on the female stranger of Gadsby... |
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The brilliant flash of an oriole's orange or yellow plumage against a black background is a welcome sign of spring for birders and backyard bird-watchers alike. Learn more about one of the most colourful and popular groups of birds in North America with this fact-filled guide. It presents illustrate...
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The northeastern United States is home to an enormous variety of mushrooms--some delicious, some deadly. This handy in-the-field guide offers identification information for some 50 mushrooms that mushroom hunters are most likely to encounter in the wild: Parasol Mushroom, Delicious Lactarius, Sulphu...
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The black bear population has exploded, and as their numbers increase, so do hunting opportunities. Twenty-eight states now offer black bear seasons, and much of Canada boasts healthy, huntable bear populations. Radical Bear Hunter presents innovative approaches to give hunters an edge for success. ...
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* 63 b/w photos * 58 drawings * 6 x 9 * * Historic photos from private collections * Excerpts and anecdotes from journals, letters, diaries, personal interviews * Extensive collection of political cartoons
"Bill Mares has written a unique book about the fishing habits of the United State... |
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*118 color photos * 25 line drawings * 8 x 11 * Illustrated guide to tackle, tactics, species, habitat, destinations * Drawings of saltwater knots and casting techniques * Especially useful for fly fishers making the transition from fresh water to salt
The recent popularity of saltwater fl... |
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* Revised and updated edition with new photos and digital techniques
A wealth of wonderful images can be found at Yellowstone and Grand Tetons national parks: dramatic geysers, glittering waterways, steaming fumaroles, majestic mountains, unique wild animals. With the help of the expert informatio... |
