Best of
Guides

2005

Pokémon Emerald Version: Prima Official Game Guide


Levi Buchanan - 2005
    It's a Team Aqua and Team Magma rematch! ·Tips for collecting the 200 + 2 Pokémon to complete the Hoenn Pokédex ·How to clear all 7 Battle Frontier arenas and get the Silver Symbols ·Detailed walkthrough guides you through story mode ·Maps cover every region, including all-new, as-yet-unexplored areas ·Field, Battle, and Contest moves lists, plus Items list ·How to play Pokémon Emerald with Pokémon Ruby and Pokémon Sapphire, Pokémon FireRed and Pokémon LeafGreen, and Pokémon Colosseum

Resident Evil: Archives: Umbrella's Virus Uncovered


Brady Games - 2005
    In-depth explanation of the relationships between characters. Coverage of locations and more from both movies and all games. Genre: Action/AdventureThis product is available for sale in North America only."

The Complete Idiot's Guide to the World of Harry Potter


Tere Stouffer - 2005
    Rowling has created in her spellbinding series of novels. The Complete Idiot's Guide® to the World of Harry Potter explores all aspects of the wizarding world and explains factually in terms of their relationship to historical, literary, religious, scientific, or mythological roots.?In-depth information on the facts behind all seven books in the Harry Potter series?Covers all the relevant influences for the Harry Potter series, from religion and mythology to science and literature.?Can be read from cover to cover or used as a quick-reference guide

Caterpillars of Eastern North America: A Guide to Identification and Natural History


David L. Wagner - 2005
    The more than 1,200 color photographs and two dozen line drawings include numerous exceptionally striking images. The giant silk moths, tiger moths, and many other species covered include forest pests, common garden guests, economically important species, and of course, the Mescal Worm and Mexican Jumping Bean caterpillars. Full-page species accounts cover almost 400 species, with up to six images per species including an image of the adult plus succinct text with information on distribution, seasonal activity, foodplants, and life history. These accounts are generously complemented with additional images of earlier instars, closely related species, noteworthy behaviors, and other intriguing aspects of caterpillar biology.Many caterpillars are illustrated here for the first time. Dozens of new foodplant records are presented and erroneous records are corrected. The book provides considerable information on the distribution, biology, and taxonomy of caterpillars beyond that available in other popular works on Eastern butterflies and moths. The introductory chapter covers caterpillar structure, life cycles, rearing, natural enemies, photography, and conservation. The section titled Caterpillar Projects will be of special interest to educators.Given the dearth of accessible guides on the identification and natural history of caterpillars, Caterpillars of Eastern North America is a must for entomologists and museum curators, forest managers, conservation biologists and others who seek a compact, easy-to-use guide to the caterpillars of this vast region. A compact guide to nearly 700 caterpillars east of the Mississippi, from forest pests to garden guests and economically important species 1,200 color photos and 24 line drawings enable easy identification Full-page species accounts with image of adult insect for almost 400 species, plus succinct text on distribution and other vital information Many caterpillars illustrated here for the first time Current information on distribution, biology, and taxonomy not found in other popular works A section geared toward educators, Caterpillar Projects An indispensable resource for all who seek an easy-to-use guide to the caterpillars of this vast region

Fact, Fiction, and Folklore in Harry Potter's World: An Unofficial Guide


George Beahm - 2005
    K. Rowling's fictional universe--Provided by publisher.

Hiring the Heavens: A Practical Guide to Developing Working Relationships with the Spirits of Creation


Jean Slatter - 2005
    She suggests readers recognize themselves as part of the divine plan of creation and teaches them to simply believe that the "angels for hire" can help them solve problems, both small ("jewel sleuth" to find missing pearls or "spiritual connoisseur" to find a great restaurant) and large ("romance committee" or "spiritual employment counselor"). While written in a light-hearted style, the book is based on the serious concept that everyone is part of "God" and that, like parents, God expects everyone at some point to grow up spiritually and take charge, and that the heavens will support the process if called upon. Using personal stories and real-world examples, Slatter shows how she transformed her life by "hiring the heavens" -- and how the reader can, too.

How to Draw and Paint Fairies: From Finding Inspiration to Capturing Diaphanous Detail, a Step-By-Step Guide to Fairy Art


Linda Ravenscroft - 2005
    How to Draw and Paint Fairies confronts the fairy labor shortage directly, explaining all the techniques needed to bring fairy art to life. For beginners, explanations of basic techniques and easy-to-follow constructional drawings, plus information on materials, sketching, forms, and color make starting out easy and pleasant. As artists progress, the book offers detailed descriptions and beautiful illustrations of little people--from flower, water, and moon fairies, to nymphs and sprites, to sirens. Basic to advanced techniques on watercolor and mixed media are covered step-by-step, and finished images from leading fairy artists provide inspiration. This beautiful book will make every artist believe in fairies.

California Native Plants for the Garden


Carol Bornstein - 2005
    Authored by three of the state's leading native-plant horticulturists and illustrated with 450 color photos, this reference book also includes chapters on landscape design, installation, and maintenance. Detailed lists of recommended native plants for a variety of situations and appendices with information on places to see native plants and where to buy them are also provided.

Encyclopedia of Aquarium & Pond Fish


David Alderton - 2005
    The Encyclopedia of Aquarium & Pond Fish contains a directory of more than 800 of the most popular pet fish species--freshwater, saltwater, coldwater, and tropical--showing not only what each fish looks like, but what food they eat, which species they can cohabitate with, how big they grow, and much more.The book also includes a thorough guide to the general principles of fish care, from choosing the right type of fish for your lifestyle, to constructing a tank or pond, to setting up a complete ecosystem with multiple fish and plant species. With beautiful, full-color photographs to accompany the incredible wealth of information, it's both a joy to look through and an indispensable resource for any fishkeeping enthusiast.

The Complete Patricia Cornwell Companion


Glenn L. Feole - 2005
    The Complete Patricia Cornwell Companion features:Book-by-book synopses with excerpts and little-known factsAn examination of Cornwell's life, writing accomplishments, and forensic expertiseCharacter portraits of both good guys and bad guys-from Kay Scarpetta, Pete Marino, and Andy Brazil to the cold-hearted killersA handy in-depth chronology of all her novelsThe many connections between the author's life history and her fascinating fictionA comprehensive list of settings-from Tangier Island to ParisForensic detection "shop talk" and procedures

The Hidden Myths in Harry Potter: Spellbinding Map and Book of Secrets


David Colbert - 2005
    Rowling's own life. This magnificent poster-sized map takes you on a worldwide treasure hunt to uncover those hidden clues. The accompanying book of secrets reveals even more incredible facts behind the magical places and people you will come across on your journey. Recommended for sorcerers of all ages.

Good Beer Guide to Belgium


Tim Webb - 2005
    It is the definitive, totally independent guide to understanding and finding the best of Belgian beer and an essential companion for any discerning beer drinker visiting Belgium or seeking out Belgian beer in Britain. With details of the 120 breweries and more than 800 beers in regular production, 500 of the best hand-picked cafes, and every known brewery tour, beer festival, and museum of brewing, this is the definitive guide to Belgian beer, whether you are touring by train, bicycle, car, or armchair.

Resident Evil 4 Official Strategy Guide


Dan Birlew - 2005
    BradyGames' "Resident Evil 4 Official Strategy Guide" includes the following: Comprehensive walkthrough leading players through every scenario.Expert boss tactics to defeat all beasts, including the new enemies.Highly detailed maps.Complete item and weapon rosters, bestiary, and character bios.Signature Series guide includes bonus coverage, and exclusive foldout and more!Platform: GameCubeGenre: Action/AdventureThis product is available for sale in North America only.

The Collins Big Book of Art: From Cave Art to Pop Art


David G. Wilkins - 2005
    A beautiful, unusual and engaging compendium of art history, providing an accessible entree into the world of art for everyone, regardless of their experience.From cave paintings to the Renaissance, Impressionism to Pop Art, The Collins Big Book of Art takes you on a journey through the history of art in a delightful and informative way. With more than 1200 works of art represented, this is both a coffee– table book and an educational experience; cross–referenced throughout, and including the following sections and features:A Chronology spans the history of art, step by step, from 38,000 BC to the present. Pieces from around the world are juxtaposed to place them in historical context. Each is labelled with date, country, title, artist, materials, size and current location. In addition, each piece of art is tied to its movement and key themes, which are pursued in greater detail in the other sections of the book.Turning Points, interspersed throughout the chronology, delve into both the major artistic movements and highlight the technical breakthroughs which changed how artists of the time worked, and affected how they saw the world. For example, the glass lens allowed more lifelike portraiture in the early Renaissance, the ability to put paint into tubes gave the Impressionists the freedom to work outdoors, and Freud's work in psychoanalysis had a major impact on Surrealism.The second part of the book explores enduring Themes of art, taking a subject and showing how artists through the ages have depicted it. Various approaches to portraits and landscapes, allegory and religion, still life and abstraction are compared and contrasted, using carefully selected images to illuminate each point made.In addition, an extensive Reference section allows the reader to access information in numerous ways; the multiple indices include a glossary of terms, artists registry, index of museums, and more.With easy navigation and an engaging presentation of the material, The Collins Big Book of Art will inform, inspire, and entertain art enthusiasts at any level of understanding and appreciation.

Lighten Up!: A Complete Handbook for Light and Ultralight Backpacking


Don Ladigin - 2005
    Short, to the point, and humorously illustrated by famed outdoor illustrator Mike Clelland, this book presents everything hikers and backpackers need to be safe, comfortable, and well-fed while carrying a very small and lightweight pack.

Ulysses Unbound: A Reader's Companion To James Joyce's Ulysses


Terence Killeen - 2005
    

Tanzania


Lonely Planet - 2005
    Complemented by easy-to use, reliable maps, helpful recommendations, authoritative background information, and up-to-date coverage of things to see and do, these popular travel guides cover in detail countries, regions, and cities around the world for travelers of every budget, along with extensive itineraries, maps with cross-referencing to the te

Eastern Pacific Nudibranchs: A Guide to the Opisthobranchs from Alaska to Central America


David W. Behrens - 2005
    This edition includes an additional 107 species, and updates the reader with newly named species and name changes. Natural history information is included for each species. 7" x 9", 137 pages, 324 color plages. Quality Paperback.

Welcome To Animal Crossing.The Official Nintendo Player's Guide


Nintendo Power - 2005
    Luckily, the Official Nintendo Player's Guide is here to help you navigate the brave, new frontier of Animal Crossing: Wild World. An in-depth look at the wild and wooly world of Animal Crossing: Wild World, including points of interest, special events and surprise guests! A fold out POSTER with information on events happening throughout the year, including a 2006 calendar to help you play Learn how to connect with other DS users through wireless play and the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection Detailed information on customizing yourself, home and town, plus 18 custom design patterns, including your favorite Nintendo characters Complete items catalog including furniture, clothing, accessories and wildlife Complete strategy for the Nintendo DS game: Animal Crossing: Wild World!

North Carolina Waterfalls: A Hiking and Photography Guide


Kevin Adams - 2005
    Over 80 black-and-white and color photographs are included.

A Field Guide to North Atlantic Wildlife: Marine Mammals, Seabirds, Fish, and Other Sea Life


Noble S. Proctor - 2005
    . . Yale’s Field Guide to North Atlantic Wildlife will be an indispensable companion."—Michael Kenney, Boston Sunday Globe "A great summary book—it is attractive, easily accessed, and should quickly open the public's eyes to the wonders of our amazing world."—Tom Bergh, Maine Island Kayak Company This beautifully illustrated guide covers an unprecedented range of species that may be sighted along the coastline or offshore by the whale watcher, bird watcher, fisher, boating enthusiast, or natural history buff. Designed in a handy pocket size, the book provides concise information for identifying the invertebrates, mammals, birds, turtles, fish, sharks and rays, and even floating seaweeds and common algae that live along the Atlantic coast and offshore from North Carolina to the Canadian provinces of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island.With range maps and text on pages directly opposite the full-color illustrations, the book makes identification of more than two hundred species of offshore wildlife quick and easy. Special features include full-page spreads to compare similar species of seabirds, and inserts to help identify whales by their blowhole patterns, diving, and other behaviors.

Connecticut Walk Book, East


John Hibbard - 2005
    Published by CFPA and edited by our own Ann Colson, this is the 19th edition of the guidebook that was first released more than 75 years ago.Includes detailed two-color topographic maps that are crisp, clear, and easy to read. Complete trail descriptions accompany the maps

Official Nintendo Pokémon Emerald Player's Guide


Nintendo Power - 2005
    We've compiled everything you need to know to be the best Pokémon Trainer in Hoenn, including tips for surviving the all-new Battle Frontier and defeating the Elite Four! Complete Walk-through - Across all terrains and against every Trainer, we show you the best strategy for every location. Detailed Maps - Find your way around Hoenn's cities and routes with maps that call out secrets and special encounters. Exhaustive Pokédex - Look up information on every Pokémon you'll encounter, including Evolution information and complete move lists. Battle Tactics - The best strategy for every situation is at your fingertips, no matter what your opponent throws at you. PLUS! Complete Battle Frontier coverage! Put your Pokémon to the ultimate test of will and endurance in the toughest challenges yet - the Emerald-exclusive Battle Frontier.

Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness (Prima Official Game Guide)


James Hogwood - 2005
    A Pure Heart Casts No Shadow·Everything you need to know about Shadow Lugia and the new Pokémon–Bonsly!·Exhaustive Pokémon List containing complete data on all Pokémon found in Pokémon XD.·Complete move compatiblity info·Full Evolution and demeanor facts·Tips on getting the most from the Purify Chamber and the Relic Stone·Hardcore walkthrough of Orre, including optional events·Find and solve every Battle CD scenario

Soviet/Russian Aircraft Weapons Since World War II


Yefim Gordon - 2005
    Soviet secret projects now come under the spotlight. This first volume covers bomber concepts from the various design bureaus from the 1940s onwards. Many unusual and sophisticated aircraft are featured in these pages, allowing comparisons between what the Soviets were working on and what was being produced in the West during that period.

Best Boulder Region Hiking Trails


Bette Erickson - 2005
    From the flatlands to the foothills and mountains, each of the numerous trails are characterized by descriptions of the ecosystem, wildlife, natural features, views, and even human company that you are likely to encounter on your chosen path. Color photos for nearly every hike and snippets of along-the-trail history are presented in addition to directions to the trailhead, distance, difficulty level, and elevation gain for each hike.

Plants of Western Oregon, Washington & British Columbia


Eugene N. Kozloff - 2005
    This is the definitive guide to the rich and varied plant life of the region, from the ocean shore to the crest of the Cascades, from British Columbia south through the Klamath Mountains of southwestern Oregon and the Siskiyous in northwestern California. Its botanical coverage is complete, including plants native to the region as well as those that have been introduced and become naturalized. More than 2500 species are fully described, with user-friendly keys and more than 700 color photographs and 350 line drawings to facilitate successful identification.

Warriors of Legend: Reflections of Japan in Sailor Moon


Jay Navok - 2005
    Neophytes to Japan studies will find Warriors of Legend an accessible way to learn about this fascinating country. Those who know quite a lot about Japan already will find their understanding enhanced by the way the book analyzes the nuances of Tokyo's history and Japanese society. The book also argues that Sailor Moon is a unique series in that it was both internationally popular and strongly structured by the culture of the city of Tokyo and post-Economic Bubble Japan.

Prince of Persia: The Two Thrones


Fernando Bueno - 2005
    - Exclusive, fully labeled maps! Find every treasure chest. - Detailed combos to keep you fighting fiercely. - Unlockable weapons detailed. - All Weapons Rated so you can decide which will serve you best. - Codes revealed!

The Illustrated Complete Guitar Handbook. Rusty Cutchin ... [Et Al.]


Rusty Cutchin - 2005
    Targeted at guitarists of all styles, it presents essential information in way that quickly gets the budding guitarist straight into playing the style they like. Using a compact format, the book is designed to be a highly portable, eminently-thumbable reference source that encourages the reader to explore the world of guitars in the home, the studio or at college. Opening with a Start Here section the book allows the reader to get the most out of the mass of information by providing clear starting points for different levels of skill and interest. The reader is then led through easy-to-follow explanations of learning the basics, and on to exploring a wide range of different playing styles and effects.

The Sims 2: University: Prima's Official Strategy Guide


Greg Kramer - 2005
    Full-color pages detailing how to: ·Crash parties, get initiated into a secret society, hack your grades, and graduate with honors ·Keep your Sims' grades on track in all 11 majors ·Secure your final degree and open up four new career paths ·Details on the all-new young adult age, influence, and lifetime wants ·Charts and tables covering objects and socials ·Tours of all colleges and their student bodies ·Covers the original Sims 2 plus the expansion!