Nature, recreation and sports

Simp-Lee the Best: My Autobiography

by Lee McCulloch

Rangers captain Lee McCulloch has experienced the ultimate highs and some desperate lows during six incredible years at Ibrox. From the joy of three-in-a-row to the searing pain of administration, the lifelong...

The Anatomy of a Golf Course: The Art of Golf Architecture

by Tom Doak

A key book for the golfer's library, exploring the intricacies of golf architecture-and how this knowledge can improve your golf game. Knowledgeable golfers and beginners alike will find The Anatomy of a Golf...

The Jewish Lights Book Of Fun Classroom Activities: Simple And Seasonal Projects For Teachers

by Danielle Dardashti & Roni Sarig

This celebration of Jewish life is the ideal guide for teachers who want to put a new spin on classroom holiday celebrations, lessons on Jewish traditions, and everyday activities. The Jewish Lights Book of...

Gem Identification Made Easy, 5th Edition: A Hands-On Guide to More Confident Buying & Selling

by Antoinette, PG Matlins & Antonio C. Bonanno

Explains in non-technical terms how to identify diamonds and colored gems, and how to separate natural gems from imitations, treated stones, synthetics, and look-alikes. This book's approach is direct and practical,...

Illustrated Guide to Jewelry Appraising, 3rd Edition: Antique, Period & Modern

by Anna M. Miller

"An indispensable reference book for any appraiser's library...should be referred to often." -Rocks & Minerals In this companion volume to Gems & Jewelry Appraising, 2nd Edition, the first comprehensive book...

Rickey and Robinson: The Men Who Broke Baseball's Color Barrier

by Harvey Frommer

Rickey and Robinson is a dual biography tracing the convergence of the lives of two of baseball's most influential individuals in a special moment in sports and cultural history.

Strength and Conditioning for Triathlon: The 4th Discipline

by Mark Jarvis

Strength & Conditioning for Triathlon is an accessible, practical introduction to strength and conditioning for endurance sports, dispelling many of the myths which have led to misunderstanding and misuse of...

Bamboozled: An Incarcerated Boxer Goes Undercover for John McCain's Boxing Bill

by Joey Torrey & Joe Biel

In this introspective exploration of former boxer Joey Torrey's life, his past, his murder conviction, and his more than 30-year incarceration in a California state prison are each fine-tooth combed. Nearly...

Dig for Victory

by Summersdale

Wise words for gardeners

"It's difficult to think anything but pleasant thoughts while eating a home-grown tomato."  —Lewis Grizzard

The World War II slogan is still pertinent in these thrift times as more...

Tales from the Tail End: Adventures of a Vet in Practice

by Emma Milne

James Herriot meets Bridget Jones in this honest, no-holds-barred account of the ups and downs of a vet's life

Misty was ecstatic to see her owner but to the nurse's surprise her owner just stood there and said,...

Mud, Sweat & Gears: Cycling from Land's End to John O'Groats (Via the Pub)

by Ellie Bennett

The tale of a scenic cycling trip—including an index of the 50 finest beers tasted on the trip

"One more wouldn't hurt," said Mick. I looked at him doubtfully. "I'm not sure. It's gone three o'clock already....

The Best They Could Be: How the Cleveland Indians Became the Kings of Baseball, 1916-1920

by Scott H. Longert

Since the founding of professional baseball, few teams have risen above years of mediocrity only to see their fortunes interrupted by war and tragedy. Fewer still have then rallied to win the World Series. In...

1001 Secrets Every Birder Should Know: Tips and Trivia for the Backyard and Beyond

by Sharon Stiteler

A delightful and irreverent guide for bird watching, this guide is chock-full of color photographs, tips, and fun facts.

Marine Ecology: Concepts and Applications

by Martin R. Speight & Peter A. Henderson

This book began life as a series of lectures given to second and third year undergraduates at Oxford University.  These lectures were designed to give students insights as to how marine ecosystems functioned,...

Beg: A Radical New Way of Regarding Animals

by Rory Freedman

Rory Freedman explains her profound love for her dogs and encourages the world to embrace the importance of pets.

The Complete Book of Home Remedies for Your Dog

by Deborah Mitchell

A comprehensive guide for dog owners looking for safe and reliable home remedies to the most common canine health problems-- anything from fleas to arthritis. It contains an accessible wealth of  information...

The Complete Book of Home Remedies for Your Cat

by Deborah Mitchell

 From hairballs and fleas to obesity and diabetes, this comprehensive  guide shows you how to treat a wide range of common feline ailments using simple home remedies, herbal therapies,, and chemical-free options...

Penny the Panda Knitting Pattern: A quick & easy knitting project

by Laura Long

Got a taste for travel? Taken from Laura Long's fantastic book, Knitted Toy Travel, this unique quick & easy project teaches you how to knit your very own Penny the Panda. Have heaps of fun whilst expanding...

Furry Friends Forevermore: A Heavenly Reunion with Your Pet

by Gary Kurz

How will we meet our beloved pets in the hereafter?

Will our pets look and act the same in heaven as they did in life? Will the reunion last for eternity or only for a precious few fleeting moments?

While coping...

The Summer of Beer and Whiskey: How Brewers, Barkeeps, Rowdies, Immigrants, and a Wild Pennant Fight Made Baseball America's Game

by Edward Achorn

Chris von der Ahe knew next to nothing about base¬ball when he risked his life’s savings to found the franchise that would become the St. Louis Cardinals. Yet the German-born beer garden proprietor would...