The HyperText Transfer Protocol, or HTTP, is the backbone of the World Wide Web. HTTP is the language that each web browser (or other web client) uses to communicate with servers around the world. All web programmers, administrators, and application developers need to be familiar with HTTP in order [...]
2010 National Book Award Finalist
2010-2011 Asian/Pacific American Library Association (APALA) Book Award Winner in Adult Fiction
2010 California Book Award Winner
Dazzling and ambitious, this hip, multi-voiced fusion of prose, playwriting, graphic art, and philosophy spins an epic tale of[...]
Explains the basic principles of feng shui, including how to evaluate the internal and external environments, how to set up a geomantic chart and relate that to a floor plan, and how to plan and choose a dwelling, furniture, and space.[...]
Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) is of major interest to radar professionals because it allows them to obtain high-resolution images with unsurpassed clarity from satellites that take pictures of the earth's surface in all weather conditions. This cutting-edge resource offers complete "how to" guidanc[...]
Taken together, the Diamond Sutra and the Sutra of Hui-Neng present the central teachings of Zen and are essential reading for all students of Buddhism. The Diamond Sutra, composed in India in the fourth century CE, is one of the most treasured works of Buddhist literature. The Sutra of Hui-Neng, al[...]
History and legend are interwoven in this folk novel that both entertains and instructs. Written by an unknown author, Seven Taoist Masters is the story of six men and one woman who overcome tremendous hardships on the journey to self-mastery. These characters and their teacher, Wang Ch'ung-yang, ar[...]
For the first time, the great depth and diversity of Taoist spirituality is introduced in a single, accessible manual.
Taoism, known widely today through the teachings of the classic "Tao Te Ching" and the practices of t'ai chi and feng-shui, is less known for its unique traditions of meditation[...]
Master all the art techniques you need to produce a quality sketch drawing. Simple, fuss-free methods of sketching are accompanied with step-by-step illustrations, thorough explanations and great techniques. Suitable for all artists at all levels.[...]
A beautifully clear and accessible explanation of how to live a Taoist life--by reknowned Taoist master Eva Wong.
"Being Taoist" is one of the most readable books on Taoist philosophy available. It shines a light on exactly what it takes to live a Taoist life. Taoist living rests on four pillar[...]
This offering in the continuing "Where Have You Gone?" series focuses on the lost heroes from San Francisco Giants baseball history, especially those whose lives took dramatic turns. From Willie McCovey's struggles to heal his ruined knees to Will Clark's efforts to support children with autism, fin[...]
T'ai Chi -- a martial art used for health, meditation, and self-defense -- and QiGong -- a large variety of physical and mental training methods based on Chinese philosophy -- are widely recognized to heal physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. T'ai Chi has demonstrated its health benef[...]
A rogue scientist who escaped the bloody massacre in B.P.R.D. Hell on Earth: Russia assembles a paranormal cult bent on world destruction. Can an elite B.P.R.D. task force hunt down the mad Russian's stronghold in time, or will monsters overwhelm a world already teetering on the edge of apocalypse? [...]
Whether you're struggling with insomnia, the kids have eczema, or your partner is feeling under the weather, this book could have the answer. With easy recipes, ethnobotanist James Wong shows how to make simple creams, salves, teas and much, much more from the stuff growing in your window box, in yo[...]
BECOME A DUMPLING MASTER WITH HELP FROM A TOP CHEFMaking delicious, unique dumplings has never been easier with celebrity chef Lee Anne Wong's most coveted recipes and techniques. Each recipe in Dumplings All Day Wong will have you creating one-of-a-kind dumplings that wow your family and friends.Fo[...]
Volume 2 collects issues numbered 13-23 of the G.I. Joe: Origins series with stories focusing on Ripcord, Snowjob, Zartan, Snake Eyes, and the final four-issue storyline featuring Michael Monk.[...]
In the tradition of Nancy Drew and Trixie Belden, Phyllis Wong is a clever and resourceful young heroine and a magician. With the help of her trusty sidekick Daisy, she helps solve numerous crimes.
Conjuring is in Phyllis Wong's veins. It was passed down from her great-grandfather who, before hi[...]
In this blistering sequel to the bestselling cult sensation, "John Dies at the End", our heroes find that books and movies about zombies may have triggered a zombie apocalypse, despite a total world absence of zombies. Hilarious, terrifying, engaging and wrenching, this is a wild ride with two slack[...]
From Lotus root crisps, Taiwanese popcorn chicken with basil and Baked pork buns to Crispy aromatic duck, Chilli barbecued Dover sole and Singapore noodles, "A. Wong - The Cookbook" offers a host of new and exciting authentic Chinese recipes. Andrew Wong's philosophy is simple: maintain the fund[...]
Longlisted for the Baileys Women's Fiction Prize. A special edition of The Life of a Banana as part of The Legend Press Collection, celebrating 10 years of publishing.[...]
This, the first book-length study of Hong Kong cult director Wong Kar-wai, provides an overview of his career and in-depth analyses of his seven feature films to date. The study also takes an intriguing look at Wong's commercials for the likes of Motorola, BMW, and Lacoste and at his music vide for [...]
'...packed with stats and science cleverly packaged to make it engaging and accessible'. The English Garden Have you ever grown a batch of lovingly nurtured tomatoes only to be disappointed by the flavour when you harvest them? Best-selling gardening writer and botanist James Wong is convinced that [...]