Text and pictures explain how to identify wildflowers, a visual approach arranged by color, form, and detail.

"The world of haute couture is a place where only a privileged few can ever hope to reside, right? Wrong. Fashion historian Claire B. Shaeffer opened the door to this exclusive realm in her authoritative guide to the techniques that define couture sewing. And now, the industry bible, Couture Sewing Techniques, has been revised and updated throughout -- with new photos and a chapter on specialty fabrics. No one can unravel couture garment construction...

'George Washington's Rules of Civility' is a short list of 110 principles or maxims by which, supposedly, proper decent people must abide. While some of these maxims may seem dated others are still quite apt for today. A quick read, 'George Washington's Rules of Civility' is an insightful look at the manners and customs of an age gone by.

"By the author of the award-winning To Be a Machine, a deeply considered look at the people and places in confrontation with the end of our days We're alive in a time of worst-case scenarios: The weather has gone uncanny, volatile. Our old post-war alliances are crumbling. Everywhere you look there's an omen, a joke whose punchline is the end of the world. How are we to live in the shadow of such a grim future? What does the world hold for our children?...

This field guide highlights 100 flowers and plants found throughout the world. Readers will gain a greater understanding about these living things and will be able to identify them in the wild. Features include a helpful introduction to the topic, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Diane Warner's Complete Book of Wedding Vows, Revised Edition, is the only book devoted solely to helping you prepare and personalize your vows so they are as unique and special as every other aspect of your wedding. The first edition has sold more than 100,000 copies. It is one of the largest compilations of vows ever assembled, a practical user-friendly guide that helps couples compose personalized vows from the heart, vows that express their deep...

100 Things to Do Before You Die highlights the wildest and most exciting events on the planet. The authors profile the 100 best happenings, gatherings, festivals, and events from all over the globe, providing photographs and detailed reports from each scene.