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Take a lively look back at the most significant 12-month span in Kiss’s career, 50 years on, joining Paul, Gene, Ace, and Peter as they conquer the world.  1976 suffered no shortage of notable events…Cincinnati’s “Big Red Machine” beat the Yankees in the World Series. Jimmy Carter beat Gerald Ford at the ballot box. Rocky lit up the big screen. And some guy named Bruce Jenner lit up the Summer Olympics. And it was all set against the backdrop of the United States Bicentennial.Kiss stomped into the fray with their platform boots, barnstorming the world and still finding time to record and release two of their all-time bestselling albums. Formed in 1973, Kiss had already grabbed attention with their outrageous makeup, stage show, and (of course) music. But in 1976 the band truly took off, unleashing Destroyer and Rock and Roll Over in a span of just eight months and logging more than 100 performances in North America and Europe. In Kiss ’76, Martin Popoff presents month-by-month narratives following the band around the world, across stages and through studios. The book features:Detailed analyses of both albums, including the recording sessions, sleeve art, and moreInfo panels detailing the albums’ personnel, key dates, and track listingsListings of tour dates and venuesExclusive author interview material from figures like guitarist Ace Frehley, producer Bob Ezrin, and collaborator Kim FowleyMonth-by-month sidebars offering concurrent world, entertainment, and music news, putting the band’s impressive achievements in the context of that momentous yearStunningly illustrated pages featuring performance and offstage photography, as well as period memorabilia and flat artThis nostalgic and handsomely produced book offers a unique look at a critical chapter in the band’s career, sure to appeal to the legions of Kiss fans.

Take an exhilarating ride through Jaguar production history, from the original SS to the I-PACE EV, with narratives, photos, and spec tables for each.In 1935, a pair of motorcycle enthusiasts in Coventry, England—William Lyons and William Walmsley—established a firm called the Swallow Sidecar Company. Soon, they pivoted to automobiles, launching a sporting saloon (i.e., sedan) called the Jaguar SS. The decision set in motion the company that would create Britain’s most beloved line of high-performance automobiles.The Complete Book of Jaguar, 2nd Edition, tells the whole story with:A thorough profile for every production model, presented in chronological orderSpec tables highlighting key technical and performance specifications and their changes across each modelNarratives by distinguished motoring historian Nigel Thorley discussing the innovations and technology featured in each modelColor photography of new and restored examplesHistorical black-and-white imageryA new chapter covering Jaguar’s commitment to an alt-fuel future with extensive up-to-date coverage of the hybrid E-PACE and F-PACE SUVs and the I-PACE EVAs you turn the pages, follow Jaguar’s trajectory to becoming one of the world’s most celebrated automakers. In England’s bleak postwar years, the company was a shining star—first with its XK120, followed by the XK140 and XK150. Sporting sedans like the Mark 2 and Mark X set the bar for luxury four-door transport in the ’50s and ’60s. Then Jaguar stunned the world in 1961 with the achingly beautiful E-Type, a genuine 150 mph sports car. Though Jaguar lost its way periodically in the modern era, it has bounded back stronger than ever in the twenty-first century with a strong lineup that includes the new F-Type sports car. The Complete Book of Jaguar, 2nd Edition, is the essential and most current guide to one of the truly iconic marques in the history of sports and luxury automobiles.Filled with photos and data-packed spec charts, Motorbooks’ Complete Book series presents automotive and motorcycle enthusiasts with authoritative histories celebrating their favorite vehicles. Some other subjects in the series include Corvette, Porsche 911, Ford Mustang, Ducati, BMW Motorcycles, Dodge and Plymouth Muscle Cars, and Volkswagen GTI.  Also available from the series:The Complete Book of Ford Mustang, The Complete Book of BMW Motorcycles, The Complete Book of Corvette, The Complete Book of Porsche 911, The Complete Book of Dodge and Plymouth Muscle Cars, The Complete Book of Chevrolet Camaro, The Complete Book of Classic Ford Tractors, The Complete Book of Classic John Deere Tractors, and The Complete Book of Classic Volkswagens.

For this fully revised sixth edition of this perennial bestseller, birthing expert and practicing midwife Melissa Cheyney, PhD, joins Penny for a better-than-ever, completely up-to-date new book.Since the original publication of The Birth Partner, more than a million people—from spouses, partners, relatives, and friends to doulas, nurses, midwives, and childbirth educators—have relied on Penny Simkin’s clear, concise, authoritative, and warm-hearted guidance as they care for the new mother from her last trimester through the early postpartum period. Including extensive updates on medical knowledge and practices, on changes in hospital and home-birth protocols, and on the role of parents’ cultural backgrounds in shaping an ideal and satisfying birth plan, The Birth Partner remains the definitive guide to helping a woman through labor and birth and is the essential manual to have at hand during the event. Find thorough information on:Preparing for labor and knowing when it has begunNormal labor and how to help the mother every step of the wayEpidurals and other medications for laborPitocin and other means, including natural ones, to induce or speed up laborNon-drug techniques for easing labor painCesarean birth and complications that may require itBreastfeeding and newborn careand much moreFor the partner who wishes to be truly helpful in the birthing room, this book is indispensable.

Create more than 100 adorable amigurumi animals while learning skills and techniques to stitch any crochet critter you can imagine.There’s nothing more satisfying than creating something with your hands—especially when it’s your own design and it’s cuddly and adorable. In Amigurumi Friends, popular crochet designer Jade Gauthier-Boutin shares a variety of approaches to stitching, customizing, and designing your own crochet critters.  Jade first provides detailed patterns for five basic animal poses—two standing, two sitting, and one lying down. You then choose your own crochet adventure by changing the muzzles, ears, tails, colors, and other details to create more than 100 adorable animals. With an overview of crochet techniques and amigurumi basics, even beginning crocheters will be able to stitch their chosen crochet animals. This comprehensive guide includes:   Clear instructions for the basic head and for five body shapes and poses Twenty animal types with instructions for crocheting all five variations Ideas for customizing the projects with different expressions, yarns, colors, and more Inspiration and guidance to design your own amigurumi from scratch QR codes linked to video tutorials to make creating amigurumi even easier With so many options, the hardest part will be deciding which crochet cutie to make first. Choose from animals from all around the world . . . and beyond:   At the Zoo: Take a walk on the wild side with lions, and pandas, and zebras, oh my! Woodland Friends: Sweet forest creatures like foxes, moose, and bears On the Farm: Cows, donkeys, bunnies, and other lovable barnyard pals Out of This World: Dinosaurs, dragons, and unicorns expand the amigurumi universe  Whether you’re new to crochet or amigurumi or looking for fresh ideas to make, gift, and even sell, Amigurumi Friends provides everything you need to know to stitch up your own marvelous menagerie of cuddly critters.

Uncover a thrilling tale of unforgettable characters and gripping plot twists with this handsome gift edition of the narrative masterpiece by Alexandre Dumas.The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas is a timeless tale of betrayal, revenge, and redemption that has captivated readers for generations. Set in the early 19th century, this epic adventure follows Edmond Dantès, a young and wrongfully imprisoned man who embarks on an extraordinary journey to seek vengeance on those who conspired against him.This collectible edition features:An elegant faux-leather cover with foil-embossed designsUnabridged textSure to be a cherished part of any bibliophile’s collection, this lovely classic is a perfect gift or a wonderful addition to your home library.Essential volumes for the shelves of every classic literature lover, Chartwell Deluxe Editions offer beautifully presented works from some of the most important authors in literary history. Other deluxe classics from Chartwell include Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, Anne of Green Gables, The Essential Tales and Poems of Edgar Allan Poe, The Iliad, Inferno, Irish Fairy and Folk Tales, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, Little Women, Meditations, and The Republic.

Learn the key techniques, tips, and tricks for pit, barrel, raku, and wood firing.Fall in love with flames, wood, and the effect that unique firing methods have on pottery. Move beyond the electric kiln and explore the dramatic surfaces of raku, the flashes of salt firing, and the rustic look of ash rivulets. In this book, Lindsay Oesterritter provides a crash course in the most accessible methods of alternative firing.Raku firing requires minimal equipment and can easily be fueled with a standard propane tank. Likewise, pit and barrel firing do not require much in the way of initial investment. Yet all these techniques provide an immediate glimpse into the magic of firing. Bright reds and blues, dramatic black and white crackle, even metallic luster are instantly possible. For more experienced potters and studios looking to offer more, Oesterritter also explores wood-fired kilns. Drawing on years of experience and extensive interviews with fellow wood-fire potters, there is no comparable resource on the market.Features on top potters working today get to the heart of specialty techniques and asides show firing variations and traditional kilns in different cultures around the world. A gallery of showstopping work from a diverse group of artists round out the package and inspire you to get started.The Mastering Ceramics series is for artists who never stop learning. With compelling projects, expert insight, step-by-step photos, and galleries of work from today’s top artists, these books are the perfect studio companions. Also available from the series: Mastering Hand Building and Mastering the Potter's Wheel.

Since its introduction in 1997, the Porsche Boxster has earned a reputation as one of the world’s greatest sports cars, as well as a huge, loyal following of devoted drivers. This book is aimed at those owners of Boxsters who want to improve their machines while avoiding thousands of dollars in mechanic’s costs.  Clearly and simply written, with straightforward illustrations, this manual offers 101 projects to help you modify, maintain, and enhance your Porsche.  Focusing on the 986 and 987 Boxster models, 101 Projects for Your Porsche Boxster presents all the necessary information, associated costs, and pitfalls to avoid when performing a wide array of projects.  In a word, it makes owning a Porsche Boxster an unqualified thrill.

The ultimate illustrated reference for Triumph lovers and fans of British motorcycles, this revised and updated third edition collects all the motorcycles from this iconic brand through 2024. Originally formed as a bicycle company in 1885, Triumph produced its first motorcycle in 1902, which was simply a bicycle fitted with a Belgian Minerva engine. From there, the company, in various iterations, went on to build some of the most iconic motorcycles of all time.Written by respected Triumph expert Ian Falloon, the third edition of The Complete Book of Classic and Modern Triumph Motorcycles: 1937 to Todaycovers all the major and minor models, including:The legendary 1937 Speed TwinEra-defining motorcycles such as the Thunderbird, Tiger, Trophy, and BonnevilleModern machines such as the Speed Triple, Thruxton, Tiger adventure bikes, Speed 400, and Rocket IIINon-production models and factory racing and speed-record-setting motorcycles that have become integral parts of Triumph’s stellar reputationDetailed technical specifications are included alongside compelling photography, much of it sourced from Triumph’s archives. Sidebars offer Triumph cultural snapshots like The Wild One film, actor James Dean, land-speed record setters, Steve McQueen’s racers, and competition stories.This is the book no Triumph fan should be without!

Master the challenges of drawing on location with this collection of insider know-how and expert tips and techniques.Illustrator, architect, and international workshop instructor and Urban Sketcher Stephanie Bower has collected 101 of her best insider drawing tips, hacks, and techniques and shares them in this fully illustrated, portable book. Learn shortcuts to getting your perspective right, determining your composition, and balancing your light and shadow. This book collects many basic drawing techniques into one handy volume:How to draw a great lineUsing ellipses to draw archesHow towers are like wedding cakesThe importance of your eye level line in sketchingand 97 things more!The book also features beautiful example illustrations from Urban Sketchers around the globe! Whether you are new to sketching or are an experienced artist, this book is chock-full of useful, practical, and clever tips to take your drawing to the next level.The Urban Sketching Handbook series offers location artists expert instruction on creative techniques, on-location tips and advice, and an abundance of visual inspiration. These handy references come in a compact, easy-to-carry format—perfect to toss in your backpack or artist’s tote.

"I would challenge you to a battle of wits, but I see you are unarmed." —William ShakespeareArm yourself with this volume from the Knickerbocker Classics series, The Complete Works of William Shakespeare, including 16 comedies, 10 histories, 12 tragedies, and all the poems and sonnets of the world's most influential writer. This collection includes poems and plays that were not included in Shakespeare's First Folio of 1623 to make one complete, authentic collection. For Shakespeare and poetry fans worldwide, this stunning hardcover edition with its elegant cover is perfect for gift giving.The Complete Works of William Shakespeare contains essential reading like Hamlet, Romeo & Juliet, King Lear, Othello, A Midsummer Night's Dream, Macbeth, Julius Caesar, and Henry V alongside many lesser-known gems for a complete Shakespearean education.The Knickerbocker Classics bring together the works of classic authors from around the world. Complete and unabridged, these elegantly designed, hardcover editions feature a comprehensive introduction providing the reader with enlightening information on the author's life and works.

From the founder of LogoLounge comes a definitive guide to creating timeless visual identities. The LogoLounge Guide to Iconic Branding blends decades of trend forecasting and practical insight to help designers build logos that last. Known for his annual trend reports and top LinkedIn Learning courses, author Bill Gardner, founder of Gardner Design, reveals the principles, patterns, and processes behind enduring brand marks.This book goes beyond just inspiration—it shows you how to understand trend trajectories, when to evolve or break tradition, and how branding is shifting with emerging technologies like AI, AR, and sonic identity. With more than 500 images, case studies, and a comprehensive look at branding elements, this is a must-have resource for any brand designer.Features include:Expert insights from trend forecaster and LogoLounge founder Bill GardnerCase studies from visionary designers worldwideFrameworks for understanding trends and projecting future visual languagesA global perspective from industries, cultures, and design erasExplorations of future brand environments, including AI, the metaverse, and sensory branding500+ visuals, including logos, identities, timelines, and moreThis visually rich, idea-packed volume is perfect for professional designers, brand strategists, students, and anyone who wants to better understand how branding evolves—and how to build marks that last.

Ferrari Formula 1 Car by Car examines every F1 racer Ferrari has campaigned since 1950, each accompanied by exhilarating imagery and technical specifications.Ferrari has been a top Formula 1 competitor since the series’ inception over 70 years ago. From its first dedicated racer, the 125, through the transition to rear-engine cars to today’s technological powerhouses, Ferrari has never rested on it laurels. The longest running team in F1, Ferrari has a record 16 constructor’s titles. Its cars have been driven by some of the greatest racers of all time, including Michael Schumacher, Gilles Villeneuve, Phil Hill, Niki Lauda, Kimi Raikkonen, Fernando Alonso, and more.Presented in chronological order, each of Ferrari’s F1 cars is featured with:An exploration of its design and significant featuresTechnical specificationsA discussion of its racing recordSpectacular full-page images, both historic and contemporaryThe book wraps up with a full competition record for all of the cars. Ferrari Formula 1 Car by Car is the complete reference to all of the amazing red racers that have cemented Ferrari’s reputation as the dominant manufacturer in F1 history.Motorbooks' Car By Car series offers a year-by-year review of the greatest cars ever to compete in motorsports. A detailed profile and technical specifications accompany historic race and contemporary studio photography to present each car in a handsome book package. Explore other milestone racers in McLaren Formula 1 Car By Car and Formula 1 Champions Car By Car with additional titles to come.

Celebrate the literary life with 500+ stickers and 50+ activity pages, puzzles, and trivia. Whether you consider yourself a bibliophile or are interested in novels and literature, Books, Tomes & Folios Sticker, Color & Activity Book is for you! Inside, you will find:Beautifully illustrated stickers: Use them to decorate envelopes, gift wrap, letters, scrapbooks, journals, or cell phone and tablet cases. On the backs of the sticker pages are various literary quotes. Bookish coloring pages, featuring line-drawn images of libraries and novels. Each full-page design has a meditative pattern on the back that you can color in any way you like, regardless of your artistic abilities. You could even adorn your finished works of art with the stickers.Word games such as mazes, trivia, matching, sudoku, and more!With gorgeous foil accents on the cover and a curated collection of book-themed activities, Books, Tomes & Folios Sticker, Color & Activity Book is an ideal gift for anyone who loves books and puzzles.

In the age of AI, this classic tale of technology gone wrong is a must-read collectible in this handsome faux-leather hardcover edition.The combination of fantastical elements and scientific exploration makes this Mary Shelley novel one of the first true models of science fiction. Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus pioneered the deeply explored battle between monster and man. Follow three narratives in this ageless tale that navigates fear, fixation, love, and desire, while finding an anchor in humanity. The story comes alive anew in this beautifully designed edition featuring:An elegant faux-leather cover with foil-embossed designsAn introduction by writer and English professor Catherine SteindlerAn author’s introductionA timeline of the life and times of Mary ShelleyThis gorgeous, heirloom-quality collection is an ideal edition for classic book lovers to acquire for their home library. Essential volumes for the shelves of every classic literature lover, these deluxe classics editions include beautifully presented works from some of the most important authors in literary history. Other Chartwell Deluxe Editions include Little Women, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, The Essential Tales and Poems of Edgar Allan Poe, The Essential Grimm's Fairy Tales, Anne of Green Gables, The Inferno, Dracula, The Republic, The Iliad, Meditations, and Irish Fairy and Folk Tales.

Create stunning, food-safe glazes for functional pottery.Take your ceramics to the next level with Amazing Glaze Food-Safe Recipes, the essential guide for potters who want to create beautiful, functional pieces designed for everyday use. A collaboration between noted potter and author Gabriel Kline and chemist Bill Collins, PhD, this unique book explores the science of glaze formulation, explaining essential testing techniques, equipment, and materials, demystifying the science of food-safe ceramics while empowering artists with reliable, studio-friendly methods.Discover a variety of recipes, techniques, and tips for creating vibrant colors, unique textures, and glossy or matte finishes—all tested for safety and reliability in functional pottery.Comprehensive guidance on glaze safety: Learn essential information about toxic materials, leaching, and testing glazes for food use.Step-by-step tutorials: From mixing and applying glazes to troubleshooting common issues, this book covers every stage of the process.More than 100 beautiful food-safe glaze recipes and combinations: Tested and approved finishes suitable for mid- and high-fire temperatures and clays.Inspiration from master ceramists: Explore stunning examples of food-safe pottery to spark your creativity.Whether you’re a beginner looking to make your first food-safe bowl or an experienced potter wanting to expand your glaze library, Amazing Glaze Food-Safe Recipes will become your go-to resource for creating ceramics that are as functional as they are beautiful.The Mastering Ceramics series is for artists who never stop learning. With compelling projects, expert insight, step-by-step photos, and galleries of work from today’s top artists, these books are the perfect studio companions. Also available from the series: Amazing Glaze, Mastering Hand Building, Mastering Kilns and Firing, and Mastering the Potter’s Wheel.

Explore 60 thrilling years of McLaren Formula 1 race cars in this handsome volume, complete with detailed specs, stunning photography, a foreword by twice World Champion Mika Häkkinen, and the full competition record for every car.McLaren has been a top Formula 1 competitor and innovator since it fielded founder and driver Bruce McLaren’s first car, the M2B, in 1966. Just two years later, Bruce scored the team’s first grand prix win. Tragically, he was killed in 1970 while testing his Can-Am car at Goodwood.Despite the heavy loss of its founder, McLaren carried on, scoring its first of twelve championships in 1974 with Emerson Fitipaldi. McLaren’s roster of F1 Champions includes such greats as James Hunt, Niki Lauda, Ayrton Senna, and modern master Lewis Hamilton.Equally legendary are the cars themselves, including the:  1960s M7A1970s M231980s MP4/21990s MP4/52000s MP4-23Today’s MCL38As the second longest-running team in F1 (surpassed only by Ferrari), McLaren holds twelve Drivers Championships and nine Constructors’ titles, including 2024 honors. McLaren Formula 1 Car by Car chronicles every McLaren Formula 1 car in chronological order, featuring an overview of each car’s significant features and evolution, its technical specifications, and its competition record accompanied by historic and contemporary images.Featuring a Foreword from two-time F1 World Champion Mika Häkkinen, McLaren Formula 1 Car by Car details the amazing race cars and drivers that have cemented McLaren’s reputation as one of the most dominant manufacturers in F1 history making this book a must-have for every McLaren and F1 fan.Motorbooks' Car By Car series offers a year-by-year review of the greatest cars ever to compete in motorsports. A detailed profile and technical specifications accompany historic race and contemporary studio photography to present each car in a handsome book package. Explore other milestone racers in Ferrari Formula 1 Car By Car and Formula 1 Champions Car By Car with additional titles to come.

Learn how to create iconic visual branding that stands the test of time with the innovative tools and inspiration in Logos That Last.*Winner of the 2023 American Graphic Design Award for Book Design from Graphic Design USA**One of the “top 20 books that all graphic designers should read (and own),” according to Adobe.com*Author Allan Peters is an award-winning graphic designer whose expertise in logos and rebranding has been tapped by major media outlets, including The New York Times and CNN. In this landmark guide for designers and brand strategists of any level, Peters distills his knowledge and experience from over two decades of designing for top brands such as Google, Amazon, Disney, Target, and Nike, as well as personal passion projects.  Over the years, Peters has developed a unique creative process, which he shares in Logos that Last for the very first time. Learn how to build great relationships with clients while cultivating consistency and productivity.Logos that Last also includes:Detailed case studies that follow designs from concept to completionTips for turning a good idea into a great logoStrategies for extending a great logo into a dynamic brand systemAdvice for turning your passion into your professionWith Logos that Last, discover how to create inventive, thoughtful, and enduring logos using Peters’s own hands-on, step-by-step process.

Consistency is the key to drawing success! This encouraging step-by-step guide provides the advice, exercises, and tracking tools you need to keep it up.The Drawing Habit by Daria Bogdanova (@daribodrawing) is more than a drawing reference—it’s a systematic approach to building a consistent, daily drawing practice that builds skills and confidence over time. With just 25 minutes of daily drawing, you can see remarkable improvement—whatever your starting point. This inspiring book offers practical, easy-to-follow exercises, from drawing basic lines and shapes to exploring more detailed subjects like plants, trees, architecture, people, and more. Ideal for beginners and intermediate artists, The Drawing Habit encourages creativity, builds hand-eye coordination, and promotes mindful, consistent practice.Inside, you will find:Step-by-step exercises across popular subjects, covering everything from simple lines to more complex subjects and scenes.Tools for progress tracking, including downloadable practice sheets and a habit tracker template to help you stay motivated and see your improvement.Tips for integrating drawing into daily life, with advice and techniques for making drawing a regular, fulfilling part of each day.The Drawing Habit will help you develop the skills and confidence to draw anything, one small, consistent step at a time—it’s the Atomic Habits for transforming your creative life.

Build your own flathead roadster just as it would have been built in the 1950s! Using a 1929 Ford Model A, this guide follows its construction from start to fantastic finish. Bishop begins with a wealth of expert advice on planning your project, finding traditional parts, and acquiring the tools, time, space, and services needed. From frame, front suspension and steering, to brakes, engine and transmission, Bishop's expert approach is fully illustrated with specially commissioned photos and line drawings.

Learn to transform classic granny squares into beautiful quilt-inspired patchwork blocks that become gorgeous home décor in Patchwork Granny Square Blankets.This beautiful collection of crochet blanket patterns, by Anita Gibney of Made by Anita, showcases the versatility of the granny square, blending traditional motifs with bold, modern designs to create patchwork blankets that are as stylish as they are cozy. Perfect for both beginners and experienced crocheters, each project offers step-by-step instructions to guide you through the process of crafting your own unique blankets. With a wide variety of patterns and color combinations, you can easily customize each design to suit your style and taste. Whether you’re looking to add a pop of color to your home or make a thoughtful, handmade gift, these projects will inspire you to rediscover the joy of crocheting granny squares.Inside you’ll find:12 granny square quilt blocks, 10 blankets, endless possibilities: Learn to crochet classic quilt units like half square triangles and flying geese into stunning blocks and blankets.Step-by-step instructions: Easy-to-follow guidance from Anita Gibney of Made by Anita makes this perfect for crocheters of all skill levels.Customizable designs perfect for gifting: Adapt the patterns to different sizes and color schemes to create blankets for gifts that reflect your recipient’s personal style.Tips and tricks for successful crocheting: Expert advice from Anita Gibney on choosing colors, joining squares, and finishing your blankets ensures your blankets turn out beautifully!Learn to make these classic quilt blocks in crochet:Nine Patch Sails  Mother’s FavoriteDutchman’s PuzzleChevronsBear PawLog CabinSawtooth StarOhio StarHeartBroken DishesDouble Trailing StarPatterns are presented in U.S. crochet terms with a handy conversion chart for U.K. terms. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned crocheter, Patchwork Granny Square Blankets will inspire you to create beautiful, colorful blankets that are perfect for your home or as a gift for loved ones.

Relieve anxiety, burnout, feelings of overwhelm, and chronic physical symptoms by healing your dysregulated nervous system with this 5-stage roadmap based on the latest science. Dr. Linnea Passaler has helped thousands globally in her digital health program address a wide range of symptoms associated with nervous system dysregulation—from mental symptoms, including anxiety, burnout, and brain fog, to physical symptoms, such as digestive issues, chronic inflammation, and fatigue. In Heal Your Nervous System, Dr. Passaler presents her 5-stage plan, developed over the last decade, to equip you with the knowledge to understand and regulate your unique nervous system. Despite its advances, conventional medicine has often overlooked the importance of nervous system regulation in our health and quality of life. This is especially true for highly sensitive individuals, who may be more susceptible to a dysregulated nervous system. Instead of merely treating the symptoms, Dr. Passaler shows you how to make a profound shift from reactive treatment to proactive healing. Grounded in recent scientific advances in neurobiology, chronic stress, trauma, and sensitivity, this is not a short-term or one-size-fits-all solution, but a comprehensive strategy to tackle the source of your symptoms, and restore your physical, cognitive, and emotional health. In Heal Your Nervous System, you will discover:  How anxiety, trauma, and chronic stress are not just “in your head,” but manifest in all areas of your healthHow to assess your current level of nervous system dysregulationWhy nervous system dysregulation can cause both mental and physical symptomsHow your individual sensitivity profile and past experiences came together to tip your nervous system into a state of dysregulationThe four most common mistakes people make in their healing journey, and how to avoid themTop essential habits that support your nervous system during your healing journeySimple practices, exercises, and routines that progressively reverse nervous system dysregulationHow to organize the most effective practices into the right order, a sequence that supports your healing without getting overwhelmedYour nervous system and health are far more adaptable than you think. With Heal Your Nervous System as your guidebook, you can navigate a fresh path, reverse symptoms, and progressively move towards a robust mind and body.

Learn to design simple, powerful, and timeless logos.*Winner of the 2022 American Graphic Design Award for Book Design from Graphic Design USA**One of the “top 20 books that all graphic designers should read (and own),” according to Adobe.com*When you think of a brand, often the first thing that comes to mind is the logo, the visual representation of that product, place, thing, or business. The power of simplicity for these marks can never be underestimated—a logo that comprises simple shapes can communicate a stronger message than a complex one, leaving a lasting impression in a viewer’s mind.In Principles of Logo Design, noted logo designer George Bokhua shares his process for creating logotypes that will stand the test of time. Applying the enduring principles of classic texts on grid systems by Josef Muller-Brockmann and on form and design by Wucius Wong, Bokhua elaborates on his popular online classes, demonstrating in detail how to maximize communication with minimal information to create logos using simple, monochromatic shapes.This comprehensive volume includes:How to apply a strong, simple, and minimal design aesthetic to logo designWhy gridding is important, and understanding the golden ratio and when to use itHow to sketch and refine logos through tracing, then grid and execute a mark in Adobe IllustratorFine-tuning techniques to ensure visual integrityKnowing how to design a great logo is a core skill for any graphic designer. Principles of Logo Design helps designers at all levels of skill and experience conceive, develop, and create logos that are not only pleasing to the eye but evoke a sense of perfection.

Through over 700 exquisite photographs and evocative text written by Danish gardening celebrity Claus Dalby, explore the history and development of the beloved cottage garden design style.In the pages of The Cottage Garden, you’ll first draw inspiration from the stories and landscapes of generations of famous cottage gardeners, including Gertrude Jekyll, Vita Sackville-West, William Robinson, Margery Fish, and Tasha Tudor. Then, meet modern cottage gardeners from around the globe who combine billowing masses of flowers such as poppies, delphinium, lupines, foxgloves, peonies, roses, lilies, and many more to create dreamy landscapes infused with the romance and wildness of cottage-style gardening.You’ll find no formal lines, rigid rules, or perfect spacing in the cottage garden. Instead, the form is organic and purposefully unstructured. Plants self-sow here and there, bulbs pop up and spread unrestricted, and everything appears casual; though as you’ll come to learn through Dalby’s words, it is all done with great intent.Overflowing with textures and colors, the cottage gardens featured throughout this book in hundreds of full-color photographs are found in places as diverse as Germany, Sweden, Denmark, England, and the United States. The accompanying text is derived from Dalby’s personal visits to these gardens, along with his intimate interviews with the resident gardeners.Dalby provides useful details about the design, development, and continued evolution of cottage gardens. He shares the stories of these breathtaking modern cottage gardens in a way that allows you to glean inspiration you can use to create a cottage garden of your own, whether large or small. The gardens profiled in these pages exhibit the essential foundational elements and principals of well-designed cottage gardens. Whether home is in the countryside or a suburban subdivision, the profiled gardens will serve as both muse and motivation for the creation of a classic backyard cottage garden in your own space. This gorgeous tome is sure to become the bible of this much-adored classic garden design style.Also by Claus Dalby: Containers in the Garden and The Container Kitchen Garden

Master the art of tailoring with expert guidance on creating custom-fit trousers for men and women.Making Trousers for Men & Women byDavid Page Coffin is the ultimate guide for anyone looking to craft perfectly tailored pants. Whether you're a seasoned sewer or just starting out, this comprehensive book takes you step-by-step through the entire process of creating custom-fit trousers. From drafting your own patterns to selecting the best fabrics and mastering intricate sewing techniques, this book equips you with everything you need to achieve professional-quality results.Key Features:Comprehensive Coverage: Learn everything from basic construction to advanced techniques, ensuring you can tackle any trouser project with confidence.Multimedia Learning Experience: Access nearly two hours of online video tutorials that demonstrate key techniques and offer additional insights not found in the book.Expert Author: Benefit from the extensive knowledge of David Page Coffin, a respected authority in garment construction known for his clear and detailed teaching style.Professional Results: Discover how to create trousers that fit perfectly, with tips on pattern adjustments, fabric selection, and finishing touches that make your projects stand out.Versatile Design Options: Explore a wide range of styles for both men's and women's trousers, with guidance on customizing details to suit your personal taste.Unique Content:Pattern Drafting: Detailed instructions on creating your own patterns from scratch, tailored to your measurements.Advanced Construction Techniques: Insights into professional methods for achieving clean seams, precise edges, and durable finishes.Customization Tips: Learn how to modify patterns and designs to create unique, personalized garments.Bonus Online Resources: Gain access to additional online content, including a blog, photo galleries, and printable patterns to further enhance your learning experience.Making Trousers for Men & Women is not just a sewing book; it's a complete workshop that brings the expertise of a professional tailor into your own home, empowering you to create custom trousers with confidence and style.

Complete and unabridged, this elegantly designed English-language hardcover edition of The Qur’an features vibrant endpapers.The Qur’an is the central religious text of Islam, believed by Muslims around the world to be the literal word of God as revealed to the Prophet Muhammad by the angel Gabriel nearly fourteen hundred years ago. The 114 chapters, or suras, of the Qur’an contain the narratives, moral principles, and tenets central to Islamic belief. They reveal God’s plan for man. In addition to its religious significance, The Qur’an is widely believed to be the finest work of Arabic literature.Abdullah Yusuf Ali’s English-language edition is one of the most esteemed and faithful to the original text. This beautifully jacketed hardcover edition is worthy of becoming a family keepsake.

Explore the human form in depth, from concept sketches and armatures to detailed instructions for constructing legs, torso, arms, hands, and head from clay.In Mastering Sculpture: The Figure in Clay, renowned sculptor and instructor Cristina Córdova—recipient of the prestigious Smithsonian Women’s Committee Delphi Award for sculptural arts—teaches everything you need to know to replicate the full human figure using clay.Start by developing meaningful sketches and reference points.Then learn how to make and use an armature to create hollow forms that are safe to fire in a kiln.Using patterns and slabs, you can move on to develop a full human form, head to toe.Work along with the author to create a form about two-feet tall, or choose your own size: the patterns and instructions can work in a variety of scales.Photographic demonstrations and diagrams cover the construction and articulation of feet and legs, the hip area and upper torso, arms, hands, neck, and head. Cristina includes supplementary tips and insights throughout to support the sculpting process and enhance naturalism. You’ll also find a brief section on general anatomical concepts and modeling strategies to facilitate accuracy and expression as all the components come together.Whether you are a clay artist with limited experience in figurative sculpture or a figurative sculptor outside the world of ceramics looking for a straightforward fabrication strategy to create permanent compositions from clay, Mastering Sculpture: The Figure in Clay will expertly guide your way.

Best-selling author Randy Leffingwell celebrates a half-century of one of the world's premiere sports cars, focusing on the major themes that have defined Porsche's rear-engined wonder. Porsche 911: 50 Years tells the whole story—design and development, racing and competition, engineering and technology, style and culture. All the iconic 911 models are included: The original 901 prototype that set the standardThe legendary RS models that made the little Porsche a dominant force on the world's racetracksThe infamous Turbo, the car that kept the performance flame alight during the dark, dismal decade of the 1970sThe fabled 959, the model that redefined the term "sports car"The 993, last of the original air-cooled modelsThe 996, 997, and 991, the liquid-cooled cars that brought the 911 into a new millenniumBeyond telling the story of the cars, Porsche 911: 50 yearsalso spotlights the people behind them: Ferdinand "Butzi" Porsche, the son of legendary Porsche founder Ferdinand "Ferry" Porsche, who co-designed the instantly recognizable 911 shape; Peter W. Schutz, the Porsche CEO who saved the 911 from extinction; and Dr. Helmuth Bott, the engineering genius behind many of the groundbreaking technologies that have defined the 911, including fuel injection, turbocharging, and all-wheel-drive.Leffingwell also tells the story of the 911 community—the clubs and culture that surround the car.Together, all of these facets make Porsche 911: 50 Years the most essential book in any Porsche owner or fan's library.

Join esteemed ceramic artist and instructor Sunshine Cobb for an inspiring exploration of hand building, from foundational skills to next-level techniques.In Mastering Hand Building, discover a robust array of options for constructing both simple and complex clay forms without a potter’s wheel. Richly illustrated with color photography, this comprehensive volume includes:Essential techniques in hand building, covering pinch pots, coil building, and slab buildingAdvanced techniques and tips for designing templates and replicating pieces, lidded vessels, using molds, a variety of decorative techniques, and other avenues of explorationAn overview of kilns and firing schedules, plus slip and glaze recipesSlab-building and molding templates for creating plates, bowls, cups, and boxesArtist features and inspirational galleries, including work from today’s top working artists, such as Bryan Hopkins, Lindsay Oesterritter, Liz Zlot Summerfield, Bandana Pottery, Shoko Teruyama, Courtney Martin, Sam Chung, Deborah Schwartzkopf, and many moreTake your hand-building skills—and your artwork—to the next level with Mastering Hand Building.The Mastering Ceramics series is for artists who never stop learning. With compelling projects, expert insight, step-by-step photos, and galleries of work from today’s top artists, these books are the perfect studio companions. Also available from the series: Mastering the Potter’s Wheel, Mastering Kilns and Firing, and Amazing Glaze.

This expanded and revised version of the best-selling Universal Methods of Design is a comprehensive reference that provides a thorough and critical presentation of 125 research methods, synthesis/analysis techniques, and research deliverables for human-centered design.The text and accompanying photos and graphics of this classic resource are delivered in a concise and accessible format perfect for designers, educators, and students. This new, expanded edition includes updated information on scenarios, secondary research, territory maps, and other chapters. The addition of 25 new chapters brings fresh relevance to the text with innovative design methods that have emerged since the first edition, such as backcasting, behavioral design, horizon scanning, and transition design.Universal Methods of Design, Expanded and Revised distills each method down to its essence, in a format that helps design teams select and implement the most credible research methods suited to their design culture. Each method is presented in a two-page format. The left-hand page contains a concise description of the method, accompanied by references to further reading. On the right-hand page, images and case studies for each method are presented visually. The relevant phases for design application are highlighted as numbered icons along the right side of the page, from phases 1 (planning, scoping, and definition) through 5 (launch and monitor).Build more meaningful products with these methods and more: Affinity Diagramming, Behavioral Mapping, Bodystorming, Contextual Design, Critical Incident Design, Directed Storytelling, Empathy Maps, Graffiti Walls, Image Boards, Parallel Prototyping, Simulation Exercises, Touchstone Tours, and Weighted Matrix.This essential guide:Dismantles the myth that user research methods are complicated, expensive, and time-consumingCreates a shared meaning for cross-disciplinary teamsIllustrates methods with compelling visualizations and case studiesCharacterizes each method at a glanceIndicates when methods are best employed to help prioritize appropriate design research strategiesUniversal Methods of Design, Expanded and Revised is an essential resource for designers of all levels and specializations.