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Translated and compiled in 1926 by esteemed scholar Rutherford Hayes Platt, The Forgotten Books of Eden is a beautiful collection of apocrypha and pseudepigrapha that is sure to enrich and deepen your appreciation of the Biblical canon. Though these stories, for whatever reason, were excluded from The Bible by its original compilers, they were written alongside the texts we've come to know and love so well. The stories in this book expand on canonical Bible chapters and fill in some gaps that inquisitive Bible readers may have wondered about since they were children. Among the many books included in this collection are: The First and Second Books of Adam and Eve The Secrets of Enoch The Psalms of Solomon The Odes of Solomon The Letter of Aristeas The Fourth Book of Maccabees And numerous othersAlthough it's certainly no substitute for The Word itself, The Forgotten Books of Eden enhances and expands on The Old Testament and will lead you to new insights and a deeper understanding of your faith.

Everything you want to know about the history of architecture is included in this comprehensive guided tour. Author Carol Strickland brings us architectural wonders of design from the Stone Age to the Space Age - including Stonehenge, the Eiffel Tower and more. With 192 illustrated pages peppered with informative sidebars and biographical anecdotes from Brunelleschi to Frank Lloyd Wright, this fascinating crash course covers everything you need to know - from cultural history to architectural breakthroughs-in a quick-to-review, easy-to-retain format. Covering all bases, The Annotated Arch explores the ancient world, the Middle Ages, 18th and 19th centuries, and 20th century and modernism. "Architecture is much more than the sum of these singular parts. It's an art of interdependence, where separate elements interact with the time, place, materials, technology, economy, and individual genius. Goethe called architecture 'frozen music.' Sounding all the notes from high to low on the scale of human invention, architecture preserves the best-loved tunes of civilization." -Author Carol Strickland

Tales of contemporary mobs, criminal activity among Russian immigrants, and claims of KGB involvement in American crime have long been reported in the news, but what of the "Russian mafia" is real, and what is a creation of sensational media? With research conducted in collaboration with the Tri-State Joint Soviet-émigré Organized Crime Project, Russian Mafia in America was the first in-depth study on Russian organized crime following the breakup of the Soviet Union. Authors Finckenauer and Waring focus on criminal networks in the New York-New Jersey-Pennsylvania area, as well as a nationwide survey of law enforcement agencies and major criminal cases.Russian Mafia in America is a compelling look into the phenomenon of crime among Russian émigrés over generations, creating a fascinating contrast to commonly held assumptions.

You don't have to travel far to discover nature's hidden treasures and exquisite details.In this book, naturalist Cathy Johnson offers inspiring advice for finding beauty in your own backyard. Using the techniques and tools she's honed as an artist, Johnson shows you how to experience nature anew using all your senses, bringing different meaning to what you see every day.Illustrated with the author's finely detailed drawings, The Local Wilderness is a must-read for anyone looking for a fresh way to rediscover the tranquility of nature in their own neighborhood - from the hidden creatures of the night to sojourns in the woods.

Four decades after its initial debut, renowned artist Foster Caddell's Keys to Successful Landscape Painting is back by popular demand.Foster Caddell devoted his entire life to his art, beginning with developing a sophisticated drawing technique while in high school. He was employed as a lithographer before serving with the US Army Air Corps in World War II, documenting life in the Pacific Theater with his sketchbook and watercolors. Upon returning to civilian life, Caddell continued working in lithography while engaged with freelance illustrating and portraiture, and he began teaching after being approached by local aspiring artists eager to learn his techniques. From these humble beginnings, Foster Caddell soon became the founder/teacher and CEO of the largest private art school in southern New England, located in Voluntown, Connecticut.Intended for intermediate to advanced artists, this is not your standard how-to art book. Using his own artwork as a visual aid, Foster gives the reader 50 tips, or "keys," for solving a variety of problems in oil-based landscapes. Foster Caddell packs decades of wisdom into the pages of this must-own guidebook for artists of all skill levels.

For over 50 years, a Canadian nurse named Rene Caisse treated thousands of cancer patients with her own secret herbal tea called named Essiac-Caisse spelled backwards. She originally obtained the natural formula from native Ojibway Indians and brewed the remedy herself in her kitchen. Caisse was a devoted healer and tireless champion of using her nontoxic treatment for cancer as an alternative to destructive radiation and chemotherapy. Caisse fought for decades to get have Essiac recognized and accepted by the broader medical community, but- constantly challenged by large and powerful pharmaceutical companies with political influence-the treatment contiunued to remain controversial and illegal. Believing that promoting and using her cure to be her true calling, she continued to treat patients for free despite threats of imprisonment. Her patients, many of whom believe that Essiac helped drive their cancer into remission or cured them entirely, spoke passionately about her and came to think of her as an angel. In Calling of an Angel, Dr. Gary L. Glum tells Caisse's inspiring story and presents this long-suppressed treatment as an option for patients and families currently battling cancer.

Whether a complete beginner or you've been sewing for years, designing and creating your own wardrobe is easier than you may think. An immensely practical book, Fashion Sewing for Everyone offers simple, step-by-step instructions for finishing your own fashions-from basic techniques and simple designs to more advanced patterns for dresses, slacks, raincoats (and more!)This essential primer includes: How to install zippers and pockets Adding playful and romantic ruffles and lace Sewing hems properly Working with difficult fabrics Working with patterns; laying out, cutting and marking Fitting and finishing garments With over 600 step-by-step drawings, this meticulously illustrated guide will save you money and have you looking your best in unique, beautiful apparel.

In the world of fashion, finding the perfect fit is an art.To be truly well-dressed requires more than an elegant design or a prestigious brand name. Rather, the key to looking your best comes down to knowing where a garment should fit, and what to do when it doesn't. But fortunately, attaining the ideal fit doesn't have to be difficult.In this timeless guide, acclaimed sewer Adele P. Margolis offers simple instructions for creating clothing that flatters, as well as numerous how-to drawings and styling tips. Over the course of nine chapters, you will learn how to: Choose the right size, figure type and foundation Use color theory and lines to create a flattering fit Transform flat patterns into garments Alter patterns to fit your or anyone's figure Use the most flattering fabric for the figure you are fitting Make and use a basic pattern and dress form Stitch in and block in the shape of fashion Choose styles with an eye toward skillful fitting Make and fit a trial muslin Plus great suggestions on fitting procedures

In this fascinating novel by award-winning Hollywood screenwriter Dalton Trumbo, the town of Shale City is the setting for a scathing examination of excess in the American West. Filled with lively characters, vivid description, and wry dialogue, this fast-paced story traces the rise and fall of John Abbott, a wealthy local businessman and town patriarch in the 1920s and 1930s. As a generous philanthropist, Abbott was heralded as a hero by the townspeople when times were good. But as the stock market crashes and the Great Depression hits, the town turns upon Abbott when his fortunes fade. Exposed is the darker side of small-town life. Trumbo, who would later be called to testify before Congress (and was subsequently jailed and blacklisted as a member of the so-called Hollywood Ten during the McCarthy-era Red Scare), skillfully plants early warning signs in Eclipse about the political climate of the decades to come. Considered scandalous and controversial at the time of its initial release, Eclipse draws heavily from Trumbo's own boyhood experiences in Grand Junction, Colorado, and many of the characters are based on real-life citizens from that time. Over time it has come to be regarded as an honest and candid depiction of the way life really is in a small town America.Readers interested in related titles from Dalton Trumbo will also want to see: Time of the Toad (ISBN: 1635610974), Time of the Toad (ISBN: 1635610974), Time of the Toad (ISBN: 1635610974).

With a generous endowments of determined grit and natural talent, Dick Mann established himself as one of the greatest professional motorcycle racers in history. Inducted into the Motorcycle Hall of Fame in 1998, Mann's versatility and skill were already legendary. His astonishing list of accomplishments include holding a top ten position in the American Motorcyclist Association Grand National Championship for 16 years, becoming the first man in history to win every category of AMA Grand National competition, serving as America's team captain at the 1971 Trans-Atlantic Match Race, twice being AMA Grand National Champion, and winning the Daytona 200 twice. Extending well beyond his performance on the bike, Mann's achievements include pioneering racetrack safety, and influencing major political changes within the American Motorcyclist Association. During a period of significant transition in the sport, Mann played an important role in bringing about many positive changes. He also encouraged the expansion of motocross, and became an inspiring leader in the vintage motorcycle racing movement. Award-winning author and lifelong motorcyclist Ed Youngblood draws on his years of experience in the motorcycle industry, an exhaustive literature review, and numerous interviews with Mann's friends, colleagues, and competitors to tell this remarkable story. He describes Mann's positive effect on the industry and calls him a national treasure within the motorcycling community. This richly detailed history and biography of one of the indisputable superstars of the sport is a definitive classic for all motorcycle