This book takes the complete novice--armed only with a gleam in the eye, and a basic knowledge of hammer, saw, and screwdriver--and walks him or her through the process of building a boat. The only materials needed are easily available from any lumberyard: plywood, 2x4s, nails, and wood glue. The pr[...]
"The Runner's High" is a marvelous side-effect of running, though mysterious and elusive. Sometimes you get it, sometimes you don't. These 50 personal essays explore it in depth and detail, from pleasant euphoria to religious visions and mindblowing out-of-body experiences. One constant through thes[...]