Rockwell Kent was generally considered the most important American book illustrator of the 1920s and 30s, gracing such works as "Candide," "Moby Dick," and "The Canterbury Tales." This retrospective brings together his finest work for the first time, gathering pen-and-ink pieces and woodcuts from no[...]

"Vegetation Description and Data Analysis: A Practical Approach," Second Edition is a fully revised and up-dated edition of this key text. The book takes account of recent advances in the field whilst retaining the original reader-friendly approach to the coverage of vegetation description and multi[...]

In 1908 black fighter Jack Johnson won the heavyweight championship of the world. There was an immediate storm of protest: it was predicted - accurately - that his reign would lead to civic unrest and race riots. Over the next seven years, more than 30 fighters lured by the prospect of fame tried to[...]

A collection of quotations by Native Americans divided into eleven categories, including the ways of learning, the ways of living, and the ways of the white man, with historical background[...]

At its root, creativity is the practice of engagement; it's the marriage of feminine and masculine energy. By restoring that creative energy-and thus seeking our dreams-we can realign ourselves with an ancient, limitless presence, and reawaken the wild creative within. In Wild Creative, Tami Lynn Ke[...]

The Chicago Bulls are one of basketball's most storied teams--from Michael Jordan, Scottie Pippen, and Phil Jackson to Hall of Famers and MVPs, the Bulls' NBA championship legacy will likely never be surpassed. Author and Bulls' beat reporter Kent McDill provides a closer look at the great moments o[...]

At once spiritual, practical, and streetwise, "Letters to My Son" has been beloved by readers from all walks of life, including single mothers seeking guidance in raising a son, fathers looking to share a voice of clarity about life's most important issues, and young men wanting an intelligent, thou[...]

Let's step back to the year 1978. Sony introduces hip portable music with the Walkman, Illinois Bell Company releases the first mobile phone, Space Invaders kicks off the video game craze, and William Kent writes this book. We have made amazing progress in the last four decades in terms of portable [...]

Explores myths and historical facts pertaining to the life of Nez Perce leader Chief Joseph, best known for his speech surrendering his tribe to the U.S. government in 1877, in an account that challenges beliefs about the role he played in the tribe's retreat and documents the tragic destruction of [...]

Writing in a rich, sensual style, Lavinia Kent tells a fresh and memorable story that is sure to garner many fans and launch a promising new career.[...]

Regency England just got real(ity)Episode 1: How Kathryn Got Her Passion BackKathryn, Duchess of Harrington, has theperfect life: a handsome duke for a husband, richesto spare, a house in Mayfair, and the right groupof friends. The only thing she doesn't have is herhusband in her bed. But she's abou[...]