Best of
How-To

1988

Alice Starmore's Book of Fair Isle Knitting


Alice Starmore - 1988
    A designer from the region, Alice Starmore explores the history and techniques of the art and provides instructions for over 15 of her own knitwear designs. 100 color photos.

The Complete Book of Herbs: A Practical Guide to Growing and Using Herbs


Lesley Bremness - 1988
    Revealing the enormous potential of herbs, this sourcebook includes information on planting, growing, and harvesting herbs, as well as the main uses of herbs. It also offers an exhaustive identification guide, recipes, ideas for gifts, and much more.

Bushcraft: Outdoor Skills and Wilderness Survival


Mors Kochanski - 1988
    With clear instructions, extensive use of diagrams and a color photo supplement, this comprehensive reference includes all the practical skills and knowledge essential for you to survive and enjoy the wilderness: * Lighting and maintaining a fire * Chopping wood and felling a tree * Creating a shelter and keeping warm * Safe use of the axe and bush knife * Plants and animals important for survival * Food, water and outdoor cooking * Wilderness first aid. * This bestseller should be required reading for hikers, campers, hunters, foresters, backwoods adventurers, scouts, youth groups--anyone with a passion for the outdoors.

The New Age Herbalist: How to Use Herbs for Healing, Nutrition, Body Care, and Relaxation


Richard Mabey - 1988
    "The New Age Herbalist" is a compendium of healthy alternatives, an indispensable guide for contemporary natural living. Created by a team of experts, it offers: A full-color illustrated glossary of more than 200 herbs, describing their properties, active ingredients, and traditional uses around the worldA guide to using herbs for scent, for decoration, and even as chemical-free housekeeping aidsTips on using herbs for skin care and beauty, by making natural shampoos, lotions, soaps, and cosmeticsA review of culinary herbs, with some unusual recipes that use familiar herbs in delightful new waysAn examination of the growing science of herbal healing, discussing herbal remedies -- including stress relievers -- and the scientific research that validates themA complete herb gardening plan, with advice on choosing symbiotic herbs, designing and scheduling plantings, and preserving the harvest by freezing and dryingFascinating, authoritative, packed with information presented in a stunning visual style, "The New Age Herbalist" will be the home herb user's bible for years to come.

Metallica - Master of Puppets


Metallica - 1988
    Matching folio to the best-selling album. Includes: Master of Puppets * Battery * Leper Messiah * plus photos.

Mark Kistler's Draw Squad


Mark Kistler - 1988
    Mark Kistler's Draw Squad gathers all his zany, effective shortcuts to basic drawing skills into a book that will delight would be artists of all ages. Like his TV show, the thirty lessons in this book are peppered with jokes, tips, and slogans, and organized in easy-to-follow steps. "Warm-up" exercises generate enthusiasm; the "Key Drawing Words" develop specific skills; practice pages are provided for hands-on participation; and the Commander's own lively sketches and "contests" invite you to add your own creative touches. His bubbling energy, flashes of whimsy, and talent as a teacher make learning to draw fun and easy -- even for those who swear they can't draw a straight line!

Maine Atlas & Gazetteer


DeLorme Mapping Company - 1988
    Beautiful, detailed, large-format maps of every state. Perfect for home and office reference, and a must for all your vehicles. Gazetteer information may include: campgrounds, attractions, historic sites & museums, recreation areas, trails, freshwater fishing site & boat launches, canoe trips or scenic drives. Categories vary by state

The ARRL Ham Radio License Manual


American Radio Relay League - 1988
    The Amateur Radio Service offers a unique mix of public service, technology and experimenting with electronics all with an emphasis on fun. Some hams use their skills to provide communications during emergencies and disasters when all else fails. Others enjoy talking to people across the country and around the globe, participating in local contests and building experiments. The ARRL Ham Radio License Manual will guide you as you get started in the hobby as you select your equipment, set-up your first station and make your first contact.Easy-to-understand bite-sized sections. Use this book, and pass the 35-question Technician Class license test.Includes the latest question pool with answer key, for use through June 30, 2018.NEW! Use with ARRL s online Exam Review for Ham Radio.Designed for self-study and for classroom use. Intended for all newcomers, instructors and schoolteachers.Use this book to study for your license exam. Every page presents information you will need to pass the exam and become an effective operator. You'll cover small sections at a time:Welcome to Amateur RadioRadio and Signals FundamentalsElectricity, Components, and CircuitsPropagation, Antennas, and Feed LinesAmateur Radio EquipmentCommunicating With Other HamsLicensing RegulationsOperating RegulationsSafetyAt the end of the book, you'll find the entire Technician Question Pool.NEW FEATURE: Online Review and Practice Exams. As you complete each chapter of this book, use ARRL's online Exam Review for Ham Radio to help prepare you for exam day. This web-based service uses the question pool to construct chapter-by-chapter reviews. Once you've finished this book, use the online service to take practice exams with the same number and variety of questions that you'll encounter on exam day. You won't have any surprises on exam day!

Native Texas Plants: Landscaping Region by Region


Sally Wasowski - 1988
    This book also includes 21 landscaping design plans that are sure to inspire even the most traditional homeowner to go native.

The Essential Woodworker: Skills, Tools and Methods


Robert Wearing - 1988
    With all the answers to your fundamental woodworking questions, this is an indispensable guide to basic skills and techniques, and how to apply them.

Napkin Notes: On the Art of Living


G. Michael Durst - 1988
    Although countless self-help books have been written, none have been able to translate psychological theory into practical, day-to-day application as well as this one does. By integrating Eastern and Western philosophy with science and religion, Napkin Notes provides a concise, easy-to-read guide for living. Dr. Durst promotes the concept that we are 100% responsible for everything in our experience and for our reactions to life's events. This focus provides not only increased knowledge, but also the impetus to change. In so doing, it directs us to greater insight, satisfaction and fulfillment.

How You Do Anything Is How You Do Everything: A Workbook


Cheri Huber - 1988
    This self-discovery workbook contains 16 short essays interspersed with writing and drawing excercises on numerous topics, including money, body image, relationships, and career.

Clinical Assessment of Malingering and Deception


Richard Rogers - 1988
    An integrating theme is the systematic application of detection strategies as conceptually grounded, empirically validated methods that bridge different measures and populations. Special topics include considerations in working with children and youth. From leading practitioners and researchers, the volume reviews the scientific knowledge base and offers best-practice guidelines for maximizing the accuracy of psychological and psychiatric evaluations.

High Weirdness by Mail: A Directory of the Fringe-Mad Prophets, Crackpots, Kooks & True Visionaries


Ivan Stang - 1988
    Coot cat Reverend Ivan Stang, high holy of the Church of the SubGenius, has compiled a bestiary of American creeps and crazies so that you can write to them and receive mail that is weird, horrible, wonderfully absurd, or a combination of all three. Each entry has a paragraph or two and the last known mailing address of some fringe loonies. The book is only current through 1988, though; the only thing wrong with it is that it's high time for an update--with URLs, of course. Let's see ... there are catalogs of perpetual motion machines; brochures from South American flying saucer cults; something called "The Battle Cry of Aggressive Christianity" (Christian, not likely--aggressive, you bet); and bizarre roundups such as "News of the Weird," the Church of Beaver Cleaver, and so on. What makes this book so funny is the author's willingness to list (and ridicule) any group, no matter how repulsive. This means, too, that High Weirdness contains a group to offend everyone; consider yourself warned. In fact, if you aren't offended by some of these groups, you must be pretty offensive yourself. So there.

fuck, YES!: A Guide to the Happy Acceptance of Everything


Wing F. Fing - 1988
    He became charged with positive energy. Strange, interesting and beautiful people became his followers. He led them on mind-boggling adventures which gave them all happier, sexier, richer lives. His discovery can be yours, if you want it. It's all here, waiting for you between the covers.When people ask you if you've read this bookbe sure you can say, "Fuck, Yes!" "Of course!" Certainly

The Lies We Believe


Chris Thurman - 1988
    Psychologist Dr. Chris Thurman guides the reader through part one that identifies the different areas of self-lies, religious lies, marital lies, distortion lies, and worldly lies. Part Two delves into the issues of what is truth, and Part Three deals with how to live the truth, ultimately revealing the freedom that can only come from one thing-believing and telling themselves the truth. An extremely easy-to-follow guide filled with comprehensive workbook exercises, this edition is a way to help people experience the emotional health, intimate relationships, and spiritual fulfillment they are seeking.Previous editions: 0-8407-3192-2 and 07852-7343-3

Crocheting in Plain English: Easy-to-follow lessons in patterns, Sensible solutions to nagging problems, The only book any crocheter will ever Need.


Maggie Righetti - 1988
    Even if you've never held a crochet hook before, Maggie Righetti's sound instructions and encouragement will help get you startd. If youre an experienced crocheter, you'll find dozens of tips for perfecting your techniques. This comprehensive, common-sense guide covers virtually everything you need to know about crochet:Selecting threads and yarnsDetermining gaugeWorking with the right toolsHow to interpret patterns and instructionsIncreasing and decreasingHow to fix mistakesBasic stitches (chain, double, triple, slip)Sixteen different fabric pattern stitchesAssembling the finished productHow to block, clean, and care for crocheted articlesand much moreEach technique is illustrated with clear drawings, charts or photos. Complet with a detail glossary of crochet terms, Crocheting in Plain English is one sourcebook no crocheter should do without.

The Garden in Winter


Rosemary Verey - 1988
    The great plantswoman Rosemary Verey shows how to use space, the patterns created by paths and walls, the shapes of shrubs, the shadows of evergreens and the silhouettes of trunks and twisted branches to make elegant pictures for the months when the garden is stripped of summer foliage and billowing flowers. She also introduces us to a world of brilliant winter colours - the delicate pinks and greens of hellebores, the rich crimson of holly and cotoneaster berries and the bright yellow of aconites and crocus.

Grass Productivity


Andre Voisin - 1988
    Andre Voisin's rational grazing method maximizes productivity in both grass and cattle operations.

Biscuits and Scones: 62 Recipes from Breakfast Biscuits to Homey Desserts


Elizabeth Alston - 1988
    6 black-and-white illustrations.

Joe Satriani - Surfing with the Alien


Andy Aledort - 1988
    This matching folio showcases Satriani's chilling guitar technique. Ten songs in all, including: Always With Me, Always With You * Satch Boogie * and more.

Being Mean


Joy Berry - 1988
    Companion CD includes songs and read-along with Joy.

Wealth Without Risk: How to Develop a Personal Fortune Without Going Out on a Limb


Charles J. Givens - 1988
    Wealth Without Risk contains the identical money management plans and tax-saving tips that 150,000 prople have paid $300 each to learn about in Givens's programs--the same proven strategies that have enabled Givens himself to accumulate assets (including a gold-plated Lincoln, a personal jet, and a Jamaican plantation) worth more than $100 million.

America's Neighborhood Bats: Understanding and Learning to Live in Harmony with Them


Merlin D. Tuttle - 1988
    In this revised edition, Merlin D. Tuttle, founder and science director of Bat Conservation International in Austin, Texas, offers bat aficionados the most up-to-date bat facts, including a wealth of new information on attracting bats and building bat houses and a totally revamped key to the identification of common North American species.

Kitchen Herbs: The Art and Enjoyment of Growing Herbs and Cooking With Them


Sal Gilbertie - 1988
    

Rubber Powered Model Airplanes: Comprehensive Building & Flying Basics, Plus Advanced Design-Your-Own Instruction


Don H. Ross - 1988
    Even if you've never built a model, the simple line drawings and detailed photos give you the tools and techniques to build light, sturdy models that will surprise and delight you with their sustained flights. Some Important Topics Covered Include... -Plans for two all-sheet balsa models that can be built in hours and are capable of flights exceeding one minute indoors or out. -Plans for stick and tissue models that gradually introduce the builder to more complex projects. -Many techniques that can be used to simplify construction, add strength, and reduce weight. -Propeller construction and design simplified so every novice can build and even design contest winning props. -The secrets of flight trimming as the experts do it. -Numerous ideas on how to add terrific scale details. -The ABC's of how to design your own models including Canards, Bi-planes, and Flying Wings. It's all here...the models, materials, and methods. Learn how to work with the various materials and adhesives and how to choose the right ones for every type of model. This book shows you the difference between kits and "scratch building," and how to modify any kit for better endurance and appearance. Don started building models in 1942. His designs have appeared in magazines and his "Fledgling" classes have added scores of young and "retread" modelers to the active scene. Don specializes in "synthesizing" difficult technical information into simple, straightforward how-to basics that make experts out of rank beginners. Rubber Powered Model Airplanes takes the "mystery" out of building successful free flight models. Whether you're thinking of building a kit, or considering an original design; whether you build for fun or competition...this book's for you! "THE book I would recommend to anyone, of any age, starting out in free flight." -National Free Flight Digest "A tool to bring aeromodeling to the public." -Flying Models Magazine "Universal. Good value for the bookshelf." -Aero Modeller Magazine

History of English Craft Bookbinding Technique


Bernard C. Middleton - 1988
    Mr. Middleton, a celebrated bookbinder and teacher, has updated and considerably expanded this new edition and has added many illustrations. A revised Supplement traces the evolution of English craft bookbinding since 1945, and for the first time the index, amended for this edition by Dr. Marianne Tidcombe, is comprehensive. This is a definitive study that belongs on the reference shelf of every bibliophile, librarian, book conservator, collector and binder interested in the book arts.

Working Out a Painting


Colleen Browning - 1988
    The author uses line drawings to illustrate errors that may occur and demonstrates how best to use the elements of shape, size and colour to convey harmony.

Companion Planting: Successful Gardening the Organic Way


Gertrud Franck - 1988
    

Balloon Animals [With Balloon Pump and 20 Balloons]


Aaron Hsu-Flanders - 1988
    Now, you can make these festive animals yourselfExpert balloonologist Aaron Hsu-Flanders will have you creating your own furless friends in minutes with his easy-to-follow instructions. The enclosed pump (available nowhere else) makes the high-quality, specialty balloons a cinch to inflate. And more than 250 pictures--one for each step--make it simple for even an all-thumbs adult to make an entire zoo

More Love Tactics


Thomas W. McKnight - 1988
    McKnight and Phillips provide an array of techniques to achieve a new love relationship, or to rekindle the sparks of one growing cold.

Islands of Healing: A Guide to Adventure Based Counseling


Jim Schoel - 1988
    Book by Jim Schoel, Dick Prouty, Paul Radcliffe

Gray Water Use in the Landscape: How To Use Gray Water To Save Your Landscape During Droughts


Robert Kourik - 1988
    

Real Barbecue: The Only Barbecue Book You'll Ever Need : A Guide to the Best Joints, the Best Sauces, the Best Cookers-And Much More


Greg Johnson - 1988
    

Carnival Secrets: How to Win at Carnival Games, Which Games to Avoid, How to Make Your Own Games


Matthew L. Gryczan - 1988
    Carnival Secrets gives the tricks of the carny trade on more than 40 games -- which games are easiest to win, tips on winning, and which games to avoid. The book is crammed with photos and illustrations of the games and winning techniques, all described in easy-to-understand language. As a bonus, Carnival Secrets also includes instructions on how to build and practice games at home to achieve that winning edge. The first book of its kind, Carnival Secrets is a sure bet for any carnivalgoer who wants to take home a large prize from a local fair.

Flower Essences: Reordering Our Understanding and Approach to Illness and Health


Machaelle Small Wright - 1988
    This complete and practical manual describes flower essences in a moving, down-to-earth, and often humorous style. The author details their extraordinarily beneficial effects on our health and balance. Using real examples, she shows how using flower essences can dramatically change our approach to illness and health. This is truly a book for those who seek to improve their health and overall quality of life. * When to use flower essences. * Techniques for determining which essences are needed. * How to use them for colds, flu, asthma, allergies, etc. * Using them during serious illness and for surgery. * Testing and treating children. * Assistance and support during the death process. * Using flower essences with animals and plants.

Hiking the Wasatch: Revised Edition


John Veranth - 1988
    Hundreds of miles of trails and three Wilderness Areas are within a few minutes’ drive of Salt Lake City. John Veranth has hiked all these trails and has written a comprehensive guidebook with hiking suggestions arranged by season and difficulty.Beginners will find detailed descriptions of easy hikes on well-maintained trails. Challenging routes to seldom-visited cirques and summits are suggested for the expert.Maps, photos, and line drawings accompany the trail descriptions. Data tables list distances and hiking times. The geology, native plants, human history, and contemporary issues are discussed to aid in understanding these wonderful mountains.

Tapping the Government Grapevine: The User-Friendly Guide to U.S. Government Information Sources


Judith Schiek Robinson - 1988
    Her highly readable text explains the intricacies of government information and how to find sources that meet specific research needs. New features in the third edition include detailed coverage of Internet resources, directories of World Wide Web addresses, and quick tips on which government Web sites to search for different types of information. Helpful guides to government abbreviations and citations are also included, as are numerous new tables, user guides, exercises, and illustrations.

The Torchon Lace Workbook: A concise lacemaking course--the basic skills fully explained, with prickings and diagrams for 27 finished lace products.


Bridget M. Cook - 1988
    Based on a combination of attractive motifs with a geometrical ground, it uses a simple range of stitches to produce relatively speedy and gratifying results. Exercises cover:-the half stitch-the whole stitch-diamonds-spiders-rosegrounds-Scandinavian holes-gimps-tallies-leaves-plaits and picotsThe book includes 27 projects for lace, including nursery lace, fans, hearts, borders, and edgings, collars, frills, coasters, squares, handkerchiefs, and more. Clear, full-color photographs and color-coded diagrams are of great pratical help. Beginners will welcome this book with its concise, progressive approach: experts will find a wealth of original designs to add to their repertoire.