No one knows the world like National Geographic—and in this lavish volume, we reveal our picks for the world's most...
(10/05/09) No one knows the world like National Geographic—and in this lavish volume, we reveal our picks for the world's most fabulous journeys, along with helpful information for readers who want to try them out. Compiled from the favorite trips of National Geographic's travel writers, Journeys of a Lifetime spans the globe to highlight the best of the world's most famous and lesser known sojourns. Every continent and every possible form of transport is covered. Journeys of a Lifetime provides scores of creative ideas: trekking the heights of Mt. Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, mountain biking in Transylvania, driving through the scenic highlands of Scotland, rolling through the outback on Australia's famous Ghan train, and dozens of other intriguing options all over the world. It also features fun Top 10 lists in all sorts of categories. What are the world's top 10 elevator rides, bridges to walk across, trolley rides, ancient highways, or underground walking adventures? Readers will love evaluating...See less
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This inspirational book showcases 500 of the world's most powerful and spiritual places—and guides modern-day travelers...
(10/05/09) This inspirational book showcases 500 of the world's most powerful and spiritual places—and guides modern-day travelers to and around them. From prehistoric burial chambers to modern monuments and sanctuaries, each site's history, lore, and appeal is evocatively detailed. Nearly 300 locator maps point out pilgrimage routes, temples, mountains, churches, and holy places. This beautiful book answers the call of the spiritual traveler while also appealing to the many readers interested in sites of unique cultural heritage.See less
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Few experiences are as satisfying as a chance to explore the world's great culinary traditions and landmarks—and here,...
(10/05/09) Few experiences are as satisfying as a chance to explore the world's great culinary traditions and landmarks—and here, in the latest title of our popular series of illustrated travel gift books, you'll find a fabulous itinerary of foods, dishes, markets, and restaurants worth traveling far and wide to savor. On the menu is the best of the best from all over the globe: Tokyo's freshest sushi; the spiciest Creole favorites in New Orleans; the finest vintages of the great French wineries; the juiciest cuts of beef in Argentina; and much, much more. You'll sample the sophisticated dishes of fabled chefs and five-star restaurants, of course, but you'll also discover the simpler pleasures of the side-street cafés that cater to local people and the classic specialties that give each region a distinctive flavor. Every cuisine tells a unique story about its countryside, climate, and culture, and in these pages you'll meet the men and women who transform nature's bounty into a thousand gustatory...See less
The Ultimate Collection features ten classic titles at an unbeatable value! Each title in the series presents a classic...
(11/08/09) The Ultimate Collection features ten classic titles at an unbeatable value! Each title in the series presents a classic work in an attractively designed edition bound in genuine bonded leather. These books make elegant, eye-catching additions to any home library. The collection includes: * The Complete Works of Lewis Carroll * Grimm's Complete Fairy Tales * The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis * The Complete Tales and Poems of Edgar Allen Poe * H.G. Wells: Seven Novels * The Divine Comedy by Dante * The Iliad & The Odyssey by Homer * The Complete Sherlock Holmes by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle * Jane Austen: Seven Novels * The Complete Works of William Shakespeare The Complete Works of Lewis Carroll includes Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, Through the Looking-Glass, Sylvie and Bruno, Sylvie and Bruno Concluded, and "The Hunting of the Snark." as well as Carroll's poetry, essays, phantasmagoria, and a substantial collection of the miscellaneous writings—some only previously published in...See less
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It's a story that has enthralled readers for centuries. These are the tales that saved the life of Shahrazad, whose...
(11/08/09) It's a story that has enthralled readers for centuries. These are the tales that saved the life of Shahrazad, whose husband, the king, executed each of his wives after a single night of marriage. Beginning an enchanting story each evening, Shahrazad always withheld the ending. A thousand and one nights later, her life was spared forever. All of the magic and wonder of The Arabian Nights is brought to you in this elegant leatherbound edition. Featuring beautiful full-color illustrations and eye-catching end papers, you'll want to keep this book where everyone can see it. The Arabian Nights is part of Barnes & Noble's series of quality leatherbound volumes. Each title in the series presents a classic work in an attractively designed edition bound in genuine bonded leather.See less
This unique volume combines two modern classics spun from the imagination of national bestselling author Gregory...
(11/08/09) This unique volume combines two modern classics spun from the imagination of national bestselling author Gregory Maguire. Wicked, told from the perspective of Elphaba Thropp, the Wicked Witch of the West, gives the wildly entertaining prehistory of the Emerald City of Oz before the arrival of Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Cowardly Lion, and the Tin Woodsman. The saga continues in Son of a Witch, the whimsical coming-of-age story of Liir, the Wicked Witch's secret son. Beautifully designed and illustrated, this volume makes the perfect gift for lovers of modern fantasy literature. Wicked/Son of a Witch is part of Barnes & Noble’s series of quality leatherbound volumes. Each title in the series presents a classic work in an attractively designed edition bound in durable bonded leather. These books make elegant additions to any home library.See less
Immensely popular during his lifetime, H. G. Wells, along with Jules Verne, is credited with inventing science fiction....
(11/08/09) Immensely popular during his lifetime, H. G. Wells, along with Jules Verne, is credited with inventing science fiction. This new volume Wells’s best-loved and most critically acclaimed works. In each, the author grounds his fantastical imagination in scientific fact and conjecture while lacing his narrative with vibrant action, not merely to tell a “ripping yarn,” but to offer a biting critique on the world around him. “The strength of Mr. ...See less
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle was both a doctor and a believer in spirits, which may partly explain why his Sherlock Holmes is...
(11/08/09) Sir Arthur Conan Doyle was both a doctor and a believer in spirits, which may partly explain why his Sherlock Holmes is one of literature's most beloved detectives: Holmes always approaches his cases with the gentility and logic of a scientist, but the stories are suffused with an aura of the supernatural. Narrated by devoted assistant Dr. John H. Watson, Holmes's adventures were so addictive that fans protested the master deducer's "death" in 1893 and Doyle had to resurrect him.See less
If you choose gift wrap, each item will be hand-wrapped and delivered to the address you select at checkout. You may...
(11/08/09) If you choose gift wrap, each item will be hand-wrapped and delivered to the address you select at checkout. You may also enclose a brief message.See less
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For more than thirty years, World's Great Religions has been the best-selling and most relied upon reference on the...
(11/08/09) For more than thirty years, World's Great Religions has been the best-selling and most relied upon reference on the world's religions. And the work has never been more important. Why? Because understanding the ways of others is critical to our future. Each book is edited by a leading expert on the religion and includes selections from important religious texts.See less
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With nearly 3,000 entries, this delightful volume is the most comprehensive reference to fairy creatures ever published....
(11/08/09) With nearly 3,000 entries, this delightful volume is the most comprehensive reference to fairy creatures ever published. Illustrated throughout in magnificent full color. 8" x 11", 288ppSee less
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Shown in hundreds of full-color images are spectacular natural landscapes, haunting marvels from lost civilizations, and...
(11/08/09) Shown in hundreds of full-color images are spectacular natural landscapes, haunting marvels from lost civilizations, and magnificent architectural masterpieces. From Japan's Mt. Fujiyama to France's Versailles Palace to our own Statue of Liberty, this volume presents 100 of the sights most worth seeing on the planet.See less
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Featuring more than 900 color photographs, this comprehensive encyclopedia is an indispensable guide to planting and...
(11/08/09) Featuring more than 900 color photographs, this comprehensive encyclopedia is an indispensable guide to planting and caring for the most beautiful plants for your home. This practical volume contains an A-Z listing of hundreds of commonly used house plants, including detailed descriptions, straightforward advice on placement and care, and useful at-a-glance symbols that explain the plant's light, watering, and feeding needs. 8 1/2" x 11 1/4", 384ppSee less
This extraordinary reference combines fascinating information on over 1,000 fish and invertebrates with hundreds of...
(11/08/09) This extraordinary reference combines fascinating information on over 1,000 fish and invertebrates with hundreds of stunning, vividly detailed photographs. From communication techniques to adaptive survival mechanisms and from the Spiny Puffer to the Siamese Tigerfish, this is your complete guide to the incredible world of aquarium and pond fish. April 2008 delivery. 9 1/2" x 11", 400ppSee less
Beautifully illustrated with an extensive collection of superb photographs, this is a comprehensive guide to the most...
(11/08/09) Beautifully illustrated with an extensive collection of superb photographs, this is a comprehensive guide to the most common and best-loved wild flowers found across North America. Easy to use, fun to read and very informative, this work is the perfect reference to North America's diversity of wild plants. 8 7/8" x 10 3/4", 384ppSee less
An authoritative and up-to-date reference to dinosaurs and other prehistoric animals. Features fascinating information...
(11/08/09) An authoritative and up-to-date reference to dinosaurs and other prehistoric animals. Features fascinating information on how these creatures fought, how and where they lived, and much more! Brought to life with hundreds of full-color illustrations and photographs. 9 1/4" x 11 3/8", 448ppSee less
Packed with more than 3,000 alphabetically arranged entries. Topics include the Milky Way, the sun and planets, stars,...
(11/08/09) Packed with more than 3,000 alphabetically arranged entries. Topics include the Milky Way, the sun and planets, stars, black holes, astrophysics, space programs, constellations, famous astronomers, and much more. Over 600 color and black-and-white photographs, star maps, and diagrams. 9" x 12", 456ppSee less
Comprehensive A-Z coverage of every system and body part. Hundreds of full-color illustrations. An extraordinary visual...
(11/08/09) Comprehensive A-Z coverage of every system and body part. Hundreds of full-color illustrations. An extraordinary visual reference that superbly illustrates in full-color the beauty and intricacy of the human body. Encyclopedic information on body parts and systems, diseases, disorders, and medical procedures. 9 1/4" x 12", 912ppSee less
Tolkien's epic fantasy comes alive in this five-volume set: The Hobbit, the work that started it all, illustrated by...
(11/08/09) Tolkien's epic fantasy comes alive in this five-volume set: The Hobbit, the work that started it all, illustrated by Tolkien himself; The Lord of the Rings, the astounding trilogy that is still the benchmark for all fantasy, with frontispiece art by acclaimed fantasy illustrator Michael Hague; and The Silmarillion, which underlies all the stories of Middle-earth.See less
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Here is Malory's original English version of the stories of King Arthur—known as Le Morte D'Arthur—in a magnificent...
(11/08/09) Here is Malory's original English version of the stories of King Arthur—known as Le Morte D'Arthur—in a magnificent re-creation of the great 1911 edition illustrated by Sir William Russell Flint. The timeless legends of Arthur, Merlin, Lancelot, Guinevere, and all the Knights of Camelot are wonderfully enriched with the breathtaking full-color Flint illustrations (48 in all!).See less
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The most important new works of science fictionÂ…the world's greatest science-fiction writers...science-fiction...
(11/08/09) The most important new works of science fictionÂ…the world's greatest science-fiction writers...science-fiction illustration's leading artists...are yours in limited, hand-numbered First Editions personally signed by the author. Previous works include First Editions by AsimovÂ…EllisonÂ…McCaffreyÂ…Pohl...Silverberg...Le GuinÂ…Card, and other top science-fiction writers. Books shown smaller than actual varying sizes. Titles shown are for illustrative purposes only.See less
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The First Edition of a major new book is a moment in history that happens only once. In the past, Easton Press presented...
(11/08/09) The First Edition of a major new book is a moment in history that happens only once. In the past, Easton Press presented personally signed, numbered, leather-bound First Editions of major works by celebrated authors such as Senator John McCain, actor Paul Newman, and Archbishop Desmond Tutu. Become a subscriber and each month you will receive an important new First Edition signed by its author. Generally no more than 1,500 copies are produced, never to be issued again! Books shown smaller than actual varying sizes.See less
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Over the years we have received many requests for leather-bound editions of literary masterpieces we were not offering....
(11/08/09) Over the years we have received many requests for leather-bound editions of literary masterpieces we were not offering. Now we are proud to offer a magnificent selection of titles from amongst the most requested. Select just one, or take all ten!See less
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(11/08/09) Over the years we have received many requests for leather-bound editions of literary masterpieces we were not offering. Now we are proud to offer a magnificent selection of titles from amongst the most requested. Select just one, or take all ten! Books shown smaller than actual varying sizes. Please call Customer Service Monday - Friday, 9AM - 5PM at (800)243-5160 to place your order.See less
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For more than two millennia, the works of Plato have formed the center of any serious library, and are considered...
(11/08/09) For more than two millennia, the works of Plato have formed the center of any serious library, and are considered indispensible for anyone who wants to understand the intellectual life of our culture. This extraordinary four-volume set offers Plato's complete works in outstanding translations by leading scholars of our time.See less
The Oxford Companions to American, English, and Classical literature bring you more than 2,500 pages and thousands of...
(11/08/09) The Oxford Companions to American, English, and Classical literature bring you more than 2,500 pages and thousands of entries, including fascinating biographies of history's most important writers, concise plot summaries of the world's great literature, and accounts of major literary movements.See less
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Here is T.H. White's magical epic of King Arthur and Camelot, considered one of the greatest classics of fantasy ever...
(11/08/09) Here is T.H. White's magical epic of King Arthur and Camelot, considered one of the greatest classics of fantasy ever written. With illustrated artwork specially commissioned for this edition, this is a masterpiece that no library should be without. 6 1/4" x 9", 678ppSee less
Illustrated in full color with more than 750 breathtaking images sourced from leading galleries, museums, and private...
(11/08/09) Illustrated in full color with more than 750 breathtaking images sourced from leading galleries, museums, and private collections. This is an unparalleled reference to the gods, heroes, and tales of ancient Greece, Rome, Ireland, Egypt, and many others! 9 1/4" x 12", 528ppSee less
Ascend the lofty heights of Mount Olympus. Ride stormy winds with the Viking Valkyries. These books are filled with a...
(11/08/09) Ascend the lofty heights of Mount Olympus. Ride stormy winds with the Viking Valkyries. These books are filled with a wealth of legends and tales from Egypt, Greece, China, Japan, the Celts, the Norsemen, Babylonia, and other great civilizations.See less
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Masterpieces of Science Fiction spans the entire history of the genre and encompasses an extraordinary range of work......
(11/08/09) Masterpieces of Science Fiction spans the entire history of the genre and encompasses an extraordinary range of work... from Jules Verne and H.G. Wells to Isaac Asimov, Arthur C. Clarke, and more. Numerous Hugo and Nebula Award-winning novels are included, and as a highlight of this stunning leather-bound collection, five authors—Orson Scott Card, Frederik Pohl, Ray Bradbury, Robert Silverberg, and Anne McCaffrey—will personally sign their volumes. Books shown smaller than actual varying sizes.See less
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