Best of
Guides

2002

RSPB Handbook of British Birds


Peter Holden - 2002
    Its pages contain 1,200 colour illustrations, plus seven comparison spreads, with comprehensive text on identification, habitats, food, breeding and conservation, and accurate range maps. In addition, the epub edition features songs, calls and other sounds from each species, making this the ultimate one-stop resources for anyone interested in identifying and learning more about the birds they see.This collection of images and sounds represents a step change in the way birdwatchers operate. No more carrying heavy books into the field; no more trying to remember sounds days later, while all other methods for taking sounds into the field are consigned to the dustbin.The RSPB Handbook of British Birds e-book provides a complete field-based ID solution – no birdwatcher will want to be without it.(Note: Audio may not play on all devices. Please check your user manual for details).

Butterflies of North America


Jim P. Brock - 2002
    The most user-friendly butterfly guide ever published, still handy and compact, now updated with the very latest information- Follows the latest classification, recognizing more than forty additional species- Includes four new color plates of Mexican-border rarities- More than 2,300 images of butterflies in natural poses- Pictorial table of contents- Convenient one-page index- Range maps on text pages

The Feelings Book: The Care & Keeping of Your Emotions


Lynda Madison - 2002
    This companion to The Care and Keeping of You helps girls understand their emotions and learn to deal with them.

Messages from Your Angels Oracle Cards


Doreen Virtue - 2002
    Each card has a gorgeous angel painting, along with a one- or two-sentence message. The messages are specific and to-the-point, which makes for angel readings that have specific details and guidance. The cards and accompanying booklet are positive and uplifting. However, they are detailed and give exact step-by-step guidance, rather than an ambiguous one-word meaning.

John Fielder's Best of Colorado


John Fielder - 2002
    The comprehensive book also contains information tons of outdoor recreation activities and maps.

Final Fantasy X: The Official Strategy Guide


Piggyback - 2002
    Includes exclusive artwork, detailed walkthrough, side quests, etc.

Masters of Dragonlance Art


Margaret Weis - 2002
    This book features artwork from "Dragonlance" novels, games, calendars, and other materials created over the past ten years. With pieces from artists such as Brom, Matt Stawicki, Mark Zug, Todd Lockwood, Larry Elmore, and more, this collection features some of the best fantasy art published over the last decade.

Resident Evil - Prima's Official Strategy Guide


David Hodgson - 2002
    Strategies for surviving Umbrella's horrorsHandy item reference sectionTips on dispatching all enemiesHerb mixing chartSealed bonus section with details on the Battle Game and moreDouble-sided 30" x 24" Map Poster!

Nols Wilderness Wisdom: Quotes for Inspirational Exploration


John Gookin - 2002
    Includes over 900 quotes from over 500 sources. Categories range from leadership to environmental ethics to expedition planning. Compiled by National Outdoor Leadership School instructors and based on NOLS curriculum, it is perfect for moments of quiet contemplation in the wilderness and also serves as a handy guide to various aspects of everyday life. This small, lightweight book will be of particular interest to hikers, climbers, and other outdoor enthusiasts looking for inspiration as they meet the challenges of the wilderness.

A Peterson Field Guide to Hummingbirds of North America


Sheri L. Williamson - 2002
    Introductory chapters cover the natural history of hummingbirds, ways to attract and feed them, and major hot spots in the United States and Canada for observing these fascinating birds. The 31 color plates illustrate 28 species, 7 hybrid combinations, 3 forms of albinism, and 4 species of sphinx moths often mistaken for hummingbirds. Species accounts provide in-depth information on plumage, molt, songs and calls, wing sounds, similar species, behavior, habitat, distribution, taxonomy, and conservation concerns. Detailed, up-to-date range maps show breeding, non-breeding, and year-round distribution, migration routes, and records outside expected areas of occurrence. For a few widespread migratory species, separate maps illustrate expected spring arrival dates.

National Audubon Society Field Guide to Fishes: North America


Carter Rowell Gilbert - 2002
    Covering both freshwater and saltwater species, this fully revised edition brings a new level of accuracy and usefulness to the original fishes field guide published over 20 years ago.Over 700 new full-color photographs, 286 black-and-white illustrations, and 637 maps combine to make this book the most comprehensive field guide available to the fishes of North America.•635 species covered in detail, with notes on 771 more•723 full-color identification photographs•286 black-and-white illustrations•Visual organization of species photographs by shape for easy identification•Range map for each species•Glossary of useful terms

Super Mario Sunshine - Prima's Official Strategy Guide


Bryan Stratton - 2002
    Although gameplay in Mario Sunshine is similar to that of Super Mario 64, gamers can expect new moves, new enemies, and sprawling urban/suburban environments that are a departure from the fanciful areas of Mushroom Kingdom. Set in a coastal town, Mario must use his water cannon backpack to spray water on paint blotches that fall from the sky to preserve the beauty of his town. Mario himself is more detailed than ever, boasting a newly improved high-polygon count and detailed texturing. He also features an extensive facial animation system that displays various emotions including happy, confused, and even exhausted. Description/Sales Handle Mario is back for more adventure and excitement in Mario Sunshine, his exciting debut on Nintendo's GameCube. You'll be sure to run, smash, triple-jump, and slide your way to success with the help of Mario Sunshine: Prima'S Official Strategy Guide. We'll provide you with a complete walkthrough for every vast 3D level, including enemy stats and info, locations of all Sunshine Coins and other cool items, and tips for using Mario's all-new water cannon backpack to keep this beautiful world clean. With the help of Prima's Official Strategy Guide, you can't lose! Super Mario 64 Game Secrets: Unauthorized has sold more than 123,000 copiesCompetition Versus Books.

Mysterious Creatures: A Guide to Cryptozoology


George M. Eberhart - 2002
    Eberhart provides a comprehensive catalog of nearly 1,000 cryptids--unknown animals usually reported through eyewitness accounts and not yet described by science. Cryptids are the stuff of folklore, hoaxes, and genuine scientific breakthroughs. There are 400 now-classified cryptids once considered either extinct or pure fantasy. The cryptozoologist's job is to strip away the myth, misidentification, and mystery--and separate fact from fiction."Mysterious Creatures" covers everything from dinosaurs and the emala-ntouka, an elephant-killing dinosaur-like animal of central Africa, to searches for the Loch Ness monster, Bigfoot, and other cryptozoological hoaxes. Entries about specific animals include the derivation or meaning of each cryptid's name, its scientific name, variant names, a physical description, behavior, description of tracks, habitat, significant sightings, present status, and possible explanations. Illustrations and photographs accompany many entries. The book also includes resources and references for further information.

The Jepson Desert Manual: Vascular Plants of Southeastern California


Bruce G. Baldwin - 2002
    Based on The Jepson Manual: Higher Plants of California, the Desert Manual incorporates new illustrations for more than two hundred desert taxa, revised keys to identification, updated distributional information, and 128 color photographs. This guide will allow easier identification of California's fascinating desert plants than would be possible in a manual with broader geographic coverage.As in The Jepson Manual, detailed descriptions and illustrations of plant characteristics are provided, along with information on native versus alien status, habitats, elevation, endangerment, toxicity, weed status, horticultural requirements, and flowering times. Introductory sections on the desert setting and vegetation offer the reader a broad context and new perspectives for appreciating the more than twenty five hundred plant species included in the Manual. For amateur and professional botanists alike, the Desert Manual will prove to be an invaluable companion in California's spectacular Mojave Desert, Sonoran Desert, and southern Great Basin environments, including the White Mountains.

A Guide to Common Freshwater Invertebrates of North America


J. Reese, Jr. Voshell - 2002
    This volume seeks to meet the needs of the growing audience of teachers, amateur naturalists, environmentalists, anglers, and others interested in aquatic biology by providing substantive information in non-technical language for nearly 100 of the most common groups of invertebrates found in the inland waters of North America.

The Beachcomber's Guide to Seashore Life of California


J. Duane Sept - 2002
    It is also the site of one the world's greatest population concentrations and tourist destinations. Until now, the many millions of people living on and visiting California's coastline have gone without a guide to aid in exploring the abundant seashore life right under their noses. The Beachcomber's Guide to Seashore Life of California changes everything.In a book that is as visually stunning as it is informative, Duane Sept dedicates full-colour photographs and thorough descriptions to each of the most common plants and animals to be found along the saltwater shores of California. Each entry includes the most useful common names for the species along with the scientific or Latin name; a description of its distinguishing physical features or behaviour; and information on its size, habitat and range. There are also sections on understanding tides and intertidal habitats, lists of the best beachcombing sites in California and tips on how to observe seashore life in an ecologically friendly manner.Scientifically accurate, yet simple and straightforward in approach, The Beachcomber's Guide to Seashore Life of California is the perfect companion for every interested observer - the family or the school group, the Sunday beach-walker or the career naturalist.

A Handbook of Chakra Healing: Spiritual Practice for Health, Harmony, and Inner Peace


Kalashatra Govinda - 2002
    A Handbook of Chakra Healing is a practical guide that applies ancient wisdom to the problems and stresses of modern life. It tells you all you need to know about the seven charkas, the vital energy centers in the human body. It teaches you what the charkas are and how they function; it provides personality tests so you can determine where your strengths lie and what you need to work on; and it offers effective programs for harmonizing the energy of the charkas that will change your entire outlook on life.Learn more about yourself.Discover what charka type you are.Experience how the free flow of energy can help you resolve the blockage that cause physical and mental ailments.Gain valuable information about charka work including the teachings concerning the aura, prana, kundalini and the charkas in your hands and feet.Learn about safe and gentle healing practices using aromatherapy, gemstones, herbs, affirmations and massage that will serve to activate and harmonize your vital energies.Begin to tap into deeper sources of energy through charka yoga, deep relaxation, breathing and meditation.Geared to beginners as well as to more advanced students, A Handbook of Chakra Healing offers the key to greater health and happiness.

Trees of Wisconsin Field Guide


Stan Tekiela - 2002
    Learn about 101 Wisconsin trees, organized in the book by leaf type and attachment. Fact-filled information contains the particulars that you want to know, while full-page photos provide the visual detail needed for accurate identification. Trees are fascinating and wonderful, and this is the perfect introduction to them.

The Ivory Tower and Harry Potter: Perspectives on a Literary Phenomenon


Lana A. Whited - 2002
    K. Rowling's work from a broad range of perspectives within literature, folklore, psychology, sociology, and popular culture. A significant portion of the book explores the Harry Potter series' literary ancestors, including magic and fantasy works by Ursula K. LeGuin, Monica Furlong, Jill Murphy, and others, as well as previous works about the British boarding school experience. Other chapters explore the moral and ethical dimensions of Harry's world, including objections to the series raised within some religious circles. In her new epilogue, Lana A. Whited brings this volume up to date by covering Rowling's latest book, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix.

Stargate SG-1 The Illustrated Companion Seasons 3 and 4


Thomasina Gibson - 2002
    Colonel Jack O'Neill, leader of an elite military team, tries to learn the secrets of the Stargate, a mysterious ancient portal that allows instantaneous travel to remote planets throughout the universe.

Algebraic Equations Laminate Reference Chart


NOT A BOOK - 2002
    This guide outlines basic algebraic equations, formulas, properties & operations."

The British Medical Association Illustrated Medical Dictionary


Michael Peters - 2002
    A full-colour illustrated dictionary of several thousand medical terms.

Spirit: How To Draw Spirit and Friends (Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron) (Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron)


DreamWorks - 2002
    

The ROM Field Guide to Amphibians and Reptiles of Ontario


Ross Macculloch - 2002
    Often very beautiful and frequently misunderstood, they are worthy of closer acquaintance and greatly reward attentive study in the field. The definitive ROM Field Guide to Reptiles and Amphibians of Ontario is researched, written, and designed specifically for the Ontario reader and visitor. It is the most authoritative, easy to use, and beautifully designed guide available, with a stunning selection of photographs unsurpassed anywhere.This landmark publication features:•Detailed and clearly written descriptions of every species of amphibian and reptile in Ontario – mudpuppies, newts, salamanders, toads, frogs, turtles, skinks, and snakes – including notes on Appearance, Habitat and Behaviour, Reproduction (including mating calls), and Status.•Stunning full-colour photographs from Canada’s top wildlife photographers, carefully selected for quick and easy identification in the field.•Easy-to-read Ontario and North America colour distribution maps.•Handy size and format, with photos, description, and range maps for each species all on one page spread.•Glossary, Checklists, and Index.This unique guide, produced in association with one of Canada’s most widely recognized and popular scientific and cultural institutions, is the guide to the fascinating world of Ontario’s reptiles and amphibians.

Butterflies of North America


Jeffrey Glassberg - 2002
    It contains more than 160 species of North American butterflies in 6 families, with large-size photographs of these lovely creatures in the wild. "Glassberg [has an] infectious love of his subject."--Bird Watcher's Digest.

The Best in Tent Camping: New England: A Guide for Car Campers Who Hate RVs, Concrete Slabs, and Loud Portable Stereos


Lafe Low - 2002
    This guide assists tent campers in their journey of discovery among these beautiful sites, detailing campgrounds in Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island. Including a five-star rating system, detailed contact information and accurate maps, this guide is a must-have for all tent campers interested in this breathtaking region.

Adobe Photoshop 7.0: Studio Techniques [With CDROM]


Ben Willmore - 2002
    He does the job masterfully in Adobe Photoshop 7.0 Studio Techniques, a well-known favorite that delivers the essential information you need in a fun, well-written, easy-to-read style. Rather than detail every mind-numbing feature of Photoshop, Willmore's compact book cuts through the fat to focus on the concepts, features, and techniques that will truly make a difference in how you use Photoshop 7 every day. If you've ever wanted to understand complex concepts like curves and channels, or learn the logic behind Photoshop's keyboard commands, look no further. Fully updated to cover the new features of Photoshop 7, Adobe Photoshop 7.0 Studio Techniques starts with the working foundations of Photoshop--the basic tools, palettes, layers, and masks--and quickly moves on to real-world production techniques, such as how to sharpen scans, correct and optimize images, and use color curves to your advantage. By the time you finish the book, you'll have explored the creative aspects of Photoshop, such as how to blend or enhance images, master colorizing techniques, and create advanced type effects. Included is an entirely new chapter on color management that gives you practical instruction on implementing a color-managed workflow from monitor to press. A section on Web graphics rounds out the book, with chapters on image slicing and rollovers, creating effects for interface design, animating effects, and optimizing images for Web. Ifyou want to get beyond conventional step-by-step instruction and become "Photoshop enlightened," this is the book for you.

Resident Evil Zero: Official Strategy Guide


Dan Birlew - 2002
    The adventure takes place in the familiar small town of Raccoon City, and leads up to the story of Resident Evil 1. This is the official strategy guide to the game.

A Child's Book of Faeries


Tanya Robyn Batt - 2002
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The Music Tree English Edition Student's Book: Part 1 -- A Plan for Musical Growth at the Piano


Frances Clark - 2002
    "The Music Tree" series continues the development of complete musicianship by providing the beginner with delightful and varied repertoire. The pupil learns a variety of idioms encompassing folk, jazz

Spirit Allies: Meet Your Team from the Other Side


Christopher Penczak - 2002
    But it's not necessary to be a Tibetan holy man or ghost hunter to communicate with the other side. Everyone has friends beyond the veil, as author Christopher Penczak explains, "A spirit ally is a being in the unseen realms who, for whatever reason, decides to aid, befriend, protect, or teach us while we live our own Earthwalk." He dispels the shadowy ambiguity and fear surrounding the existence of these spiritual entities, shares compelling personal anecdotes, and offers straightforward techniquessuch as relaxation, automatic writing, and oracle interpretationto help readers contact their own guides. Through 30 simple exercises, Spirit Allies helps readers find their Power Animal, dream journey, speak with devas, communicate with ancestors and ascended masters, meet their personal spirit allies, and much more.

Yu-Gi-Oh! The Eternal Duelist Soul (Prima's Official Strategy Guide)


Debra McBride - 2002
    Get ready to duel! ·Detailed descriptions and strategies for each duelist ·Tips for creating the perfect deck ·Covers basic dueling for beginners ·Catalog of all cards found in Yu-Gi-Oh! The Eternal Duelist ·Lists all card stats, including Attack Power, Defensive Power, and Attributes

Quabbin: A History and Explorer's Guide


Michael J. Tougias - 2002
    Located in Central Massachusetts, the reservoir is an amazing wilderness with an equally amazing history. The Quabbin has 118 miles of undeveloped shoreline, with surrounding reservation spanning some 81,000 acres of protected open space. The great city of Boston gets all its water from the Quabbin/Ware River/Wachusett watersheds, as do 45 other communities in Massachusetts. This book explores topics such as building the Quabbin and how it works; hiking, wildlife viewing, biking, and fishing; visiting the region’s best waterfalls; Quabbin rules and regulations; as well as information on accommodations, restaurants, camping, orchards, swimming, golf, general stores, crafts, antiques, history, and more.

The Top 500 Heavy Metal Albums of All Time


Martin Popoff - 2002
    When all of this is melded with Popoff’s unique and celebrated insights into the metal of yesterday and today, an essential resource becomes a rock-writing standard. From AC/DC to ZZ Top and from Black Sabbath to Pantera, both headbanging chart-toppers and lesser-known gems are catalogued and critically appraised. With reviews of early metal albums of the 1960s, as well as the latest hits, The Top 500 Heavy Metal Albums of All Time blends praise with criticism to produce an honest assessment of the most influential and important heavy metal recordings. Also featured are photos and appendices that revel in mountains of metal minutiae. “Martin Popoff has no doubt supplied the raw material for all manner of intense debates among the former denizens of basement bedrooms everywhere.” — The Toronto Sun

An Interpet Guide to Koi (Fishkeeper's Guides)


Barry James - 2002
    Certainly, they need more care than the average pond fish, but they provide a vivid spectacle in return. This guide forms a excellent introduction to their management and display. Hardback : 120 pages : 100 Colour Photographs Size : 215mm x 115mm ISBN : 902389-63-8

Day Trips with a Splash: Northeastern Swimming Holes (Day Trips With a Splash)


Pancho Doll - 2002
    Clothing optional spots are noted. Icons tell dog owners if four-legged hikers are appropriate and families with small children can tell at a glance if the journey is a good one for the little dippers. The outdoors has hundreds of potential destinations, but the weekend has only 52 hours until Monday. An effective guide, in addition to telling you where to go, should tell you where not to go. Splash reviews the best ones, while listing lesser spots in the back of each chapter. GPS users appreciate latitude and longitude notes, but even if you don?t use satellite navigation, you can get maps from the web site. Send in proof of purchase to register for free, then print any map right from the screen. Tuck it in your pocket on the way out the door, so instead of carrying the whole book, you take only the page you need. / Author: Pancho Doll / ISBN: 9780965768610

The Creepiest, Scariest, Weirdest Creatures Ever!


Mary Kay Carson - 2002
    Pictures of frightening-looking animals, including insects, bats, fish, eels and other creatures, with explanations for their appearance.

Cuba


Irina Bajini - 2002
    Explore Cuba's rich culture and history while having all the practical tips you need for a perfect vacation with "DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Cuba." Highlights of the guide include: Vibrant full-color photographs, illustrations, and maps. Cutaways and floor plans of all the major sights. 3-D aerial views of the Havana's most interesting districts. Comprehensive selection of hotels, restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues. Customized walking tours, information on local events, and so much more."DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Cuba" showing you what others only tell you."

Braiding Fine Leather, Techniques of the Australian Whipmakers: Techniques of the Australian Whipmakers


David W. Morgan - 2002
    With close attention to detail and a little practice using the methods described here, novices can produce attractive and enduring items from precut lace or a skin or side of leather. Braiding Fine Leather was written to help the beginning braider acquire basic skills. After completing some simple projects that can be done well at an early stage, the braider will develop the confidence to attempt more involved types of braided work, from handsome clothing accessories to practical livestock-handling gear. The book begins with an overview of materials, tools, and fundamental braiding methods. Then seven projects are presented, each adding something new to the skills already practiced. Photographs taken in sequence are used to illustrate the instructions, giving the new braider a close-up look at each step in the braiding process. The techniques used in this book come from those developed in Australian whipmaking shops, which are well-recognized for the high quality of their work. The craft had been carried to Australia by thongmakers from England, who were familiar with the thongs used on finely braided carriage whips. Kangaroo leather, one of the finest leathers available for braiding, provided the material for high-quality work, and a large and discriminating market in Australia led to highly refined techniques. Providing complete, straightforward instructions and close-up photographs showing each step in the process, David Morgan has created an excellent book for those who want to learn to braid leather.