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1976

Larousse Gastronomique: The World's Greatest Culinary Encyclopedia


Larousse - 1976
    In one volume, it presents the history of foods, eating, and restaurants; cooking terms; techniques from elementary to advanced; a review of basic ingredients with advice on recognizing, buying, storing, and using them; biographies of important culinary figures; and recommendations for cooking nearly everything.The new edition, the first since 1988, expands the book’s scope from classic continental cuisine to include the contemporary global table, appealing to a whole new audience of internationally conscious cooks. Larousse Gastronomique is still the last word on béchamel and béarnaise, Brillat-Savarin and Bordeaux, but now it is also the go-to source on biryani and bok choy, bruschetta and Bhutan rice.Larousse Gastronomique is rich with classic and classic-to-be recipes, new ingredients, new terms and techniques, as well as explanations of current food legislation, labeling, and technology. User-friendly design elements create a whole new Larousse for a new generation of food lovers.

The Doré Illustrations for Dante's Divine Comedy


Gustave Doré - 1976
    His Doré Bible was a treasured possession in countless homes, and his best-received works continued to appear through the years in edition after edition. His illustrations for Dante's Divine Comedy constitute one of his most highly regarded efforts and were Doré's personal favorites.The present volume reproduces with excellent clarity all 135 plates that Doré produced for The Inferno, Purgatory, and Paradise. From the depths of hell onto the mountain of purgatory and up to the empyrean realms of paradise, Doré's illustrations depict the passion and grandeur of Dante's masterpiece in such famous scenes as the embarkation of the souls for hell, Paolo and Francesca (four plates), the forest of suicides, Thaïs the harlot, Bertram de Born holding his severed head aloft, Ugolino (four plates), the emergence of Dante and Virgil from hell, the ascent up the mountain, the flight of the eagle, Arachne, the lustful sinners being purged in the seventh circle, the appearance of Beatrice, the planet Mercury, and the first splendors of paradise, Christ on the cross, the stairway of Saturn, the final vision of the Queen of Heaven, and many more.Each plate is accompanied by appropriate lines from the Henry Wadsworth Longfellow translation of Dante's work.

On Writing Well: The Classic Guide to Writing Nonfiction


William Zinsser - 1976
    It is a book for everybody who wants to learn how to write or who needs to do some writing to get through the day, as almost everybody does in the age of e-mail and the Internet. Whether you want to write about people or places, science and technology, business, sports, the arts or about yourself in the increasingly popular memoir genre, On Writing Well offers you fundamental priciples as well as the insights of a distinguished writer and teacher. With more than a million copies sold, this volume has stood the test of time and remains a valuable resource for writers and would-be writers.

The Complete Tolkien Companion


J.E.A. Tyler - 1976
    Tolkien's Middle Earth, here is the complete guide to its lands, legends, histories, languages, and people. The Tolkien Companion explains, translates, and links every single reference - names, dates, places, facts, famous weapons, even food and drink - to be found in Tolkien's world, which includes not only The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings but also The Simarillion and many other posthumously published works. A detailed explanation of the various Elvish writing systems, together with maps, charts, and genealogical tables, bring the remarkable genius of Tolkien and the unforgettable world and wonder of Middle Earth to life with focus and accuracy. Presented in alphabetical order for quick and easy reference, this is an indispensable accompaniment for anyone who embarks on the reading journey of a lifetime. First published in 1976, this edition has been fully revised and updated for a new century of Tolkien lovers.

Planets in Transit: Life Cycles for Living


Robert Hand - 1976
    These 720 lucid delineations are full of insight for both the professional astrologer and the beginner.

More-With-Less Cookbook


Doris Janzen Longacre - 1976
    Now with more than 850,000 copies around the globe, it has become the favorite cookbook of many families. Full of recipes from hundreds of contributors, More-with-Less Cookbook offers suggestions "on how to eat better and consume less of the world's limited food resources." While not including new recipes, this most recent printing does include a new introduction and updated statistics with food costs and nutritional information for today's generations.

Linear Algebra and Its Applications


Gilbert Strang - 1976
    While the mathematics is there, the effort is not all concentrated on proofs. Strang's emphasis is on understanding. He explains concepts, rather than deduces. This book is written in an informal and personal style and teaches real mathematics. The gears change in Chapter 2 as students reach the introduction of vector spaces. Throughout the book, the theory is motivated and reinforced by genuine applications, allowing pure mathematicians to teach applied mathematics.

Christian Prayer: The Liturgy Of The Hours


United States Conference of Catholic Bishops - 1976
    This regular edition of Christian Prayer contains the complete texts of Morning and Evening Prayer for the entire year. With its readable 10-pt. type, ribbon markers for easy location of texts, and beautiful two-color printing, this handy little one-volume Christian Prayer simplifies praying the official Prayer of the Church, the Liturgy of the Hours, for today\'s busy Catholic. Available with flexible maroon cover and with a current annual guide.

Dalí


Robert Descharnes - 1976
    Painter, sculptor, writer, and filmmaker, Salvador Dali (1904-1989) was one of the century's greatest exhibitionists and eccentrics - and was rewarded with fierce controversy wherever he went. He was one of the first to apply the insights of Sigmund Freud and psychoanalysis to the art of painting, approaching the subconscious with extraordinary sensitivity and imagination. This lively monograph presents the infamous Surrealist in full color and in his own words. His provocative imagery is all here, from the soft watches to the notorious burning giraffe. A friend of the artist for over thirty years, privy to the reality behind Dali's public image, author Robert Descharnes is uniquely qualified to analyze Dali - both the man and the myth.

La Technique: An Illustrated Guide to the Fundamental Techniques of Cooking


Jacques Pépin - 1976
    Catalogues nearly two hundred of the most useful culinary techniques, providing detailed, step-by-step descriptions and illustrations of basic skills and procedures in kitchen and dining room

The Magic Mirror of M.C. Escher


Bruno Ernst - 1976
    Escher, I am absolutely crazy about your work. In your print Reptiles you have given such a striking illustration of reincarnation.' I replied, 'Madame, if that's the way you see it, so be it, '" An engagingly sly comment by the renowned Dutch graphic artist Maurits Cornelis Escher (1898-1972)--the complex ambiguities of whose work leave hasty or single-minded interpretations far behind. Long before the first computer-generated 3-D images were thrilling the public, Escher was a master of the third dimension. His lithograph "Magic Mirror" dates as far back as 1946. In taking that title for this book, mathematician Bruno Ernst is stressing the magic spell Escher's work invariably casts on those who see it. Ernst visited Escher every week for a year, systematically talking through his entire oeuvre with him. Their discussions resulted in a friendship that gave Ernst intimate access to the life and conceptual world of Escher. Ernst's account was meticulously scrutinized and made accurate by the artist himself. Escher's work refuses to be pigeonholed. Scientific, psychological, or aesthetic criteria alone cannot do it justice. The questions remain. Why did he create the pictures? How did he construct them? What preliminary studies were necessary before he could arrive at the final version? And how are the various images Escher created interrelated? This book, complete with biographical data, 250 illustrations, and explications of mathematical problems, offers answers to these and many other questions, and is an authentic source text of the first order.

Complete Guide to Sewing


Reader's Digest Association - 1976
    The constant companion of the many people who are turning to home sewing as a creative -- and money-saving -- hobby.

Be Right (Romans): How to Be Right with God, Yourself, and Others


Warren W. Wiersbe - 1976
    How we live out our faith holds eternal significance. But in order to be right, we must know what, why, and how come we believe in Christ.It can be argued that no book of the Bible has had a greater effect on Christianity than the book of Romans. In this classic commentary by Dr. Warren W. Wiersbe, you can refresh your own understanding of this seminal work, Paul's masterpiece letter to the church in Rome. Dr. Wiersbe's careful exposition of the text allows the truth to soak into your heart and mind as you read and understand these essential truths of Scripture.

The Complete Book of Self Sufficiency


John Seymour - 1976
    Beautifully illustrated. If you are interested in the countryside, rural life, growing things and craft skills, an engrossing book.

The Genesis Record: A Scientific and Devotional Commentary on the Book of Beginnings


Henry M. Morris - 1976
    Massive and scholarly, but written for scientific and theological lay persons, this book combines the findings of many disciplines.

An Invitation to Indian Cooking


Madhur Jaffrey - 1976
    There is no other book on Indian cooking as persuasive as this invitation from award-winning cookbook author Madhur Jaffrey. Focusing on the flavorful cooking of her native Delhi, Jaffrey offers more than 165 easy-to-follow recipes, with detailed instructions designed for those who have never cooked Indian cuisine. Learn how to make common Indian foods such as Samosas, Fried Eggplant, Naan, and Tandoori Chicken, as well as the more adventurous Tomato Tamarind Chutney, Stuffed Whole Okra, and Lamb Korma with Almonds. Eleven chapters provide recipes for Soups and Appetizers; Meats; Chicken, Other Birds, and Eggs; Fish and Shellfish; Summer Cooking and Barbequed Foods; Vegetables; Rice; Dals; Chutneys, Pickles, and Other Relishes; Breads; and Desserts. With a helpful introduction and beautiful decorative drawings by Jaffrey, An Invitation to Indian Cooking also includes sample menus for meat-eaters and vegetarians, notes on flavorings and utensils, a glossary of Indian cooking terms, and a list of sources for purchasing special ingredients. Whether you already love Indian food or are looking for something new to try, learn from the best; let Madhur Jaffrey take you on a culinary journey you will never forget.

Rendering in Pen and Ink: The Classic Book on Pen and Ink Techniques for Artists, Illustrators, Architects, and Designers


Arthur L. Guptill - 1976
    Guptill's classic Rendering in Pen and Ink has long been regarded as the most comprehensive book ever published on the subject of ink drawing. This is a book designed to delight and instruct anyone who draws with pen and ink, from the professional artist to the amateur and hobbyist. It is of particular interest to architects, interior designers, landscape architects, industrial designers, illustrators, and renderers. Contents include a review of materials and tools of rendering; handling the pen and building tones; value studies; kinds of outline and their uses; drawing objects in light and shade; handling groups of objects; basic principles of composition; using photographs, study of the work of well-known artists; on-the-spot sketching; representing trees and other landscape features; drawing architectural details; methods of architectural rendering; examination of outstanding examples of architectural rendering; solving perspective and other rendering problems; handling interiors and their accessories; and finally, special methods of working with pen including its use in combination with other media. The book is profusely illustrated with over 300 drawings that include the work of famous illustrators and renderers of architectural subjects such as Rockwell Kent, Charles Dana Gibson, James Montgomery Flagg, Willy Pogany, Reginald Birch, Harry Clarke, Edward Penfield, Joseph Clement Coll, F.L. Griggs, Samuel V. Chamberlain, Louis C. Rosenberg, John Floyd Yewell, Chester B. Price, Robert Lockwood, Ernest C. Peixotto, Harry C. Wilkinson, Bertram Grosvenor Goodhue, and Birch Burdette Long. Best of all, Arthur Guptill enriches the text with drawings of his own.

The Complete Asian Cookbook


Charmaine Solomon - 1976
    More than 800 recipes from 16 countries are clearly presented in step-by-step instructions.

Good News Bible


Anonymous - 1976
    1563 p. (5-1/4 x 8 in.) Includes reader's aids and supplements.

Be Rich (Ephesians) : Gaining the Things That Money Can't Buy


Warren W. Wiersbe - 1976
    In this commentary on Ephesians, you will grasp the depth of your wealth as a believer in Christ and learn to live in the victory and thankfulness that comes from knowing you could not have earned it yourself.

Underground


David Macaulay - 1976
    We see a network of walls, columns, cables, pipes and tunnels required to satisfy the basic needs of a city's inhabitants.

Herbal Home Health Care


John R. Christopher - 1976
    It lists diseases in convenient alphabetical order with concise definitions, symptom descriptions, causes and herbal aids. Other natural treatments are outlined, including the cold sheet treatment, the incurables program, detoxification and the mucusless diet. A book for every family.

The Needlepoint Book: A Complete Update of the Classic Guide


Jo Ippolito Christensen - 1976
    Completely revised and expanded, this updated edition includes your favorite features, plus: * A 16-PACE COLOR INSERT WITH ALL-NEW PROJECTS * A CRASH COURSE ON THE NEW FIBERS UPDATED INFORMATION ON MATERIALS, AS WELL AS HOW TO WORK WITH AND CARE FOR THEM * DOZENS OF NEW STITCHES AND A CHAPTER ON THE POPULAR OPENWORK STITCHES * MORE THAN 1,300 ILLUSTRATIONS * 369 STITCHES! DIAGRAMS FOR ALL PROJECTS SHOWN The Needlepoint Book covers all the information you need to learn needlepoint and improve your technique -- in a single comprehensive volume. You'll find section on: * CHOOSING THE RIGHT PROJECT * TRANSFERRING DESIGNS * ELEMENTS OF GOOD DESIGN: COLOR, PROPORTION, AND BALANCE * LEFT-HANDED NEEDLEPOINT * FINISHING TECHNIQUES * CLEANING NEEDLEPOINT * AND MUCH MORE! The Needlepoint Book is a complete guide to the craft, and the only book you'll ever need as a reference to become an expert at creating exquisite works to be treasured forever.

The MGM Story: the complete history of fifty roaring years


John Douglas Eames - 1976
    Year by year every film is appraised alongside a still from the movie.

The Tolkien Companion


J.E.A. Tyler - 1976
    R. R. Tolkien's imaginative Middle-earth provides a fan's reference to The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings.

Eternal Marriage Student Manual


The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints - 1976
    

Merriam Webster's Collegiate Thesaurus


Merriam-Webster - 1976
    Find the right word to enrich communication! Alphabetical lists include more than 340,000 synonyms, antonyms, related and contrasted words, and idioms Brief definitions describe the meanings shared by synonyms

Sheltie Talk


Betty Jo McKinney - 1976
    You will get absolutely thorough coverage of the breed from selection and care to breeding, showing, training, herding and more.

Charlie Brown's Super Book of Questions and Answers about All Kinds of Animals ... from Snails to People!


Charles M. Schulz - 1976
    Charlie Brown and the rest of the Peanuts gang help present hundreds of scientific facts about the animal kingdom in a question and answer format.

New International Dictionary of New Testament Theology


Colin Brown - 1976
    On its first publication in German it was recognized as a major reference work and has since become a more and more widely acclaimed as an important tool for understanding the theology and message of the Bible. Its translation and publication in English, together with the extensive revisions and additions, provide a unique source of information, invaluable to ministers, teachers, and anyone interested in the study as well as the teaching of the Bible. Some of its main features are: concise discussions of the major theological terms of the Bible; arranged in English alphabetical order; does not require knowledge of Greek and Hebrew; discusses the use of each key term in classical Greek, the Old Testament, the rabbinic writing, and the New Testament; glossary of technical terms; full bibliographies; and complete indexes that make the wealth of information in these volumes readily accessible.

Software Tools


Brian W. Kernighan - 1976
    The programs contained in the book are not artificial, but are actual programs ae tools which have proved valuable in the production of other programs.Modern programming techniques such as structured programming and top-down design are emphasized and applied to every program. The programs are presented in a structured language called Ratfor ("Rational Fortran") which can be easily understood by anyone familiar with Fortran or PL/I, Algol, PASCAL, or similar languages. (Ratfor translates readily into Fortran or PL/I. One of the tools presented is a preprocessor to translate Ratfor into Fortran). All of the programs are complete and have been tested directly from the text. The programs are available in machine-readable form from Addison-Wesley.Software Tools is ideal for use in a "software engineering" course, for a second course in programming, or as a supplement in any programming course. All programmers, professional and student, will find the book invaluable as a source of proven, useful programs for reading and study. Numerous exercises are provided to test comprehension and to extend the concepts presented in the text.

The Message of Ecclesiastes: A Time to Mourn, and a Time to Dance


Derek Kidner - 1976
    But is this the whole message of Ecclesiastes? With imagination and clarity, Derek Kidner introduces this Old Testament book which speaks so powerfully to our generation. His love of Hebrew poetry and his understanding of biblical mind shine through in his careful passage-by-passage exposition. The full biblical text is included.

Freeing the Natural Voice


Kristin Linklater - 1976
    Describes the mechanics of the voice and obstacles of spontaneous, effective vocal expression and details exercises for developing and strengthening the voice as a human and actor's instrument.

Mosaic Knitting


Barbara G. Walker - 1976
    Walker, this book contains 380 Mosaic designs--each photographed and charted--including 116 brand new, never-before-published Magic Mosaics.

Agoraphobia: Simple, Effective Treatment


Claire Weekes - 1976
    While this book is primarily concerned with the treatment of agoraphobia, the advice given can also be used in treating many people in an anxiety state, uncomplicated by agoraphobia.

The Real Messiah?: A Jewish Response to Missionaries


Aryeh Kaplan - 1976
    A Jewish response to Christian missionaries, providing both a practical guide and sources that counter missionary claims about Jesus as the Messiah prophesied in the Hebrew scriptures.

Handbook of Mathematics


I.N. Bronshtein - 1976
    Now in its fifth updated edition, it is easy to understand, and convenient to use. Inside you ll find the information necessary to evaluate most problems which occur in concrete applications. In the newer editions emphasis was laid on those fields of mathematics that became more important for the formulation and modeling of technical and natural processes. For the 5th edition, the chapters "Computer Algebra Systems" and "Dynamical Systems and Chaos" have been revised, updated and expanded."

The Star Trek Concordance


Bjo Trimble - 1976
    Most Trek books revel in trivia that would puzzle Spock himself How can a latecomer to Star Trek ever catch up? Here, in a funny and easy-to-read format, is everything that those unfamiliar with the Star Trek universe need to know to be brought up to warp speed with their significant Trekking other.Coping With Your Trekker discusses the history of Star Trek, important episodes from all the different series, weird aliens and memorable characters, as well as the movies, the technology...plus "Really Cool Things to Say to Impress a Trekker", how to survive a Star Trek convention, and more After each chapter, a quiz helps readers hone their knowledge A handy Trek-to-English dictionary makes sense of it all.For new fans and reluctant mates this book will make the viewing of yet another Star Trek rerun -- arm-in-arm with a pointy-eared loved one -- a happy experience!

Econometric Models And Economic Forecasts


Robert S. Pindyck - 1976
    Refer to 0079132928, which is this main text plus the disk). First course in Econometrics in Economics Departments at better schools, also Economic/Business Forecasting. Statistics prerequisite but no calculus. Slightly higher level and more comprehensive than Gujarati Basic Econometrics (M-H, 1996) . P-R covers more time series and forecasting. P-R coverage is a notch below Johnston-DiNardo (M-H, 97) and requires no matrix algebra.

Physical Examination of the Spine and Extremities


Stanley Hoppenfeld - 1976
    Useful to students and clinicians, this text covers the process of physical examination of the spine and extremities.

The Synaptic Organization of the Brain


Gordon M. Shepherd - 1976
    Studies of synaptic organization are bringing about a quiet revolution in achieving this goal, as documented by this unique book over the past 30 years. In this fifth edition, the results of the mouse and human genome projects are incorporated for the first time. Molecular biologists interested in functional genomics and proteomics of the brain will find answers here to the critical questions: what are the cell and circuit functions of gene products? Also for the first time, the reader is oriented to supporting neuroscience databases. Among the new advances covered are 2-photon confocal laser microscopy of dendrites and dendritic spines, biochemical analyses, and dual patch and multielectrode recordings, applied together with an increasing range of behavioral and gene-targeting methods. Leading experts in the best understood brain regions bring together the molecular, anatomical, functional, and behavioral data in authoritative integrated accounts. The chapters are organized in the same format, covering the neural elements, synaptic connections, basic circuits, physiology, neurotransmitters, neuromodulators, membrane properties, dendritic properties, and with a final section on how the circuits mediate specific behaviors. The uniform framework for each chapter enables the authors to higlight the principles that are common to all regions, as well as the adaptations unique to each, thus serving as a model for understanding the neural basis of behavior.

Piano Servicing, Tuning, and Rebuilding: For the Professional, the Student, and the Hobbyist


Arthur A. Reblitz - 1976
    The second edition of this world famous book puts into clear pictures and language how anyone handy with tools can repair, regulate, maintain, and even completely rebuild a piano.

Muhammad and the Course of Islam


H.M. Balyuzi - 1976
    This book contains a full biography of the Prophet and a history of Islam from the years of His mission to the Nineteenth century.

P.O.W.: A Definitive History of the American Prisoner-Of-War Experience in Vietnam, 1964-1973


John G. Hubbell - 1976
    This title is organized around several main groupings: first, Practical Matters - quick reference travel information presented in an easy-to-use format; Viewing - information on what see in this land of contrasts, from flora and fauna to folklore, history and food; What to See - alphabetical listings of places to visit, with star ratings, map references and practical information; Features - special sections featuring, for example, winter sports, glaciers, railways and scenic journeys; Where to - detailed listings of the best places to eat, drink, stay, shop and be entertained.

Chinese Cuisine


Su-Huei Huang - 1976
    Individual sections provide clear guidance for utensils, cooking method, seasonings, vegetables and special ingredients used in Chinese cooking. Many people are still discovering the wonders of Chinese cooking through this book and use it as a reference source. For many years in Taiwan, homemakers have come to look upon it as the cookbook every home should have. This is a definite "must have" for those wishing to indulge in truly authentic Chinese cuisine.

A Companion to the Iliad: Based on the Translation by Richmond Lattimore


Malcolm M. Willcock - 1976
    For these readers, Malcolm M. Willcock provides a line-by-line commentary that explains the many factual details, mythological allusions, and Homeric conventions that a student or general reader could not be expected to bring to an initial encounter with the Iliad.  The notes, which always relate to particular lines in the text, have as their prime aim the simple, factual explanation of things the inexperienced reader would be unlikely to have at his or her command (What is a hecatomb? Who is Atreus' son?). Second, they enhance an appreciation of the Iliad by illuminating epic style, Homer's methods of composition, the structure of the work, and the characterization of the major heroes. The "Homeric Question," concerning the origin and authorship of the Iliad, is also discussed. Professor Willcock's commentary is based on Richmond Lattimore's translation—regarded by many as the outstanding translation of the present generation—but it may be used profitably with other versions as well. This clearly written commentary, which includes an excellent select bibliography, will make one of the touchstones of Western literature accessible to a wider audience.—from the back cover

James Beard's New Fish Cookery


James Beard - 1976
    A healthful, dramatically simplified book on cooking techniques for preparinglow cholesterol, low calorie seafood, with over 500 recipes.

Place Names of Hawaii: Revised and Expanded Edition


Mary Kawena Pukui - 1976
    Hawaiians named taro patches, rocks, trees, canoe landings, resting places in the forests, and the tiniest spots where miraculous events are believed to have taken place. And place names are far from static--names are constantly being given to new houses and buildings, streets and towns, and old names are replaced by new ones.It is essential, then, to record the names and the lore associated with them now, while Hawaiians are here to lend us their knowledge. And, whatever the fate of the Hawaiian language, the place names will endure. The first edition of Place Names of Hawaii contained only 1,125 entries. The coverage is expanded in the present edition to include about 4,000 entries, including names in English. Also, approximately 800 more names are included in this volume than appear in the second edition of the Atlas of Hawaii.

Volcanoes


Peter Francis - 1976
    Featuring excellent illustrations, the text includes a new chapter on volcanic hazards, which looks at complexscientific and sociological issues surrounding risk mitigation. In addition, it provides updated information on new eruptions, research findings, and planetary studies while preserving the strengths of the first edition-accessibility, clarity, and wit. Volcanoes, 2/e is ideal for undergraduatecourses in geology, earth science, geography, environmental science and planetary science.

Character Sketches, Volume 1


Institute in Basic Life Principles - 1976
    Job remarked, 'But ask now the beasts, and they shall teach thee; and the fowls of the air, and they shall tell thee: Or speak to the earth, and it shall teach thee: and the fishes of the sea shall declare unto thee' (Job 12:7-8). Each section of this Character Sketches volume begins with a captivating read-aloud nature story that introduces the character quality being taught and continues with interesting facts on the featured animal's characteristics and physical features. This is followed by a story from Scripture that illustrates the character quality, along with background information on the individual or situation in the story, which is then summed up in a character sketch. Generously illustrated with stunning lifelike watercolor and pencil drawings, this oversized book (9 1/4 by 12 1/4) will be treasured and enjoyed for generations. The series is designed to be a tool that fathers can use to teach their children basic concepts of Scripture that are illustrated in the world of nature. Since publication in 1976, hundreds of thousands have enjoyed the gripping stories and beautiful illustrations that the volumes contain. In Character Sketches, Volume I, you will learn about animals such as the Great Horned Owl and how it demonstrates loyalty, and the Raccoon and how it displays initiative. You will also discover from Scripture how people like Daniel showed decisiveness and Stephen exhibited determination.

The New Penguin History of The World


J.M. Roberts - 1976
    Completely updated and revised by preeminent historian J. M. Roberts, this volume features ninety up-to-date maps, new sections, and extremely well-written and accessible articles throughout. Truly global and comprehensive, it succeeds in conveying the staggering diversity of the human experience across a vast range of climates and conditions. This is the one book for anyone interested in the variety and grandeur of history’s march.

The World Encyclopedia of Comics


Maurice HornGianni Bono - 1976
    -- Covers artists' lives and careers, their contributions and style, and their influence on other artists-- Comics entries include information on artists who worked on them, description of plot, theme and character, and their place in the history of comics-- Extensive glossary illuminates the lingo of the industry-- Bibliography, listings of comic book publishers and syndicates, and a 10,000-entry index

Old Philadelphia in Early Photographs 1839-1914


Robert F. Looney - 1976
    215 rare vintage views — from first daguerreotype made in America (1839) to eve of World War I — capture the charm of yesteryear: panoramas, street scenes, landmarks, President-elect Lincoln's visit, 1876 Centennial Exposition, much more.

Complete Book of Australian Birds


Reader's Digest Association - 1976
    The birds are all photographed in their natural habitat.

Rhapsody in Blue (Solo Piano)


George Gershwin - 1976
    This masterful measure-for-measure two-hand adaptation of the complete modern concerto for piano and orchestra incorporates all orchestral parts and piano passages into two staves while retaining the clarity, sonority, and brilliance of the original. Advanced pianists will enjoy the experience of playing one of the 20th Century's most famous compositions, arranged by the composer himself to retain all the grandeur and sparkle of the original work.

The Second Birth


Omraam Mikhaël Aïvanhov - 1976
    Two thousand years ago, in Palestine, Jesus gave us the key to all spiritual work, when he said, Unless a man be born of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter into the Kingdom of God. Today, the Master Omaam Mikhaël Aïvanhov interprets these words for our benefit. The water Jesus speaks of is Love; the Spirit, fire, is Wisdom, and Love and Wisdom unite to give birth to Truth which is the new life. In his commentary, the Master Omraam Mikhaël Aïvanhov shows how these three virtues of Love, Wisdom and Truth, correspond to man's psychic structure composed of heart, mind and will. Explaining that our physical bodies mirror our psychic being, he shows how Cosmic Intelligence has inscribed the secret of love in our mouths, that of wisdom in our ears and that of truth in our eyes. This volume, which is the first of a series, sets out the essential foundations of Omraam Mikhaël Aïvanhov's Teaching and reveals the vast scope of his thought in which Holy Scripture, esoteric symbolism and the sciences of man and of nature meet and complete each other in one all-embracing synthesis.

Fourier Series


Georgi P. Tolstov - 1976
    Over 100 problems at ends of chapters. Answers in back of book. 1962 edition.

Hallucinogenic Plants: A Golden Guide


Richard Evans Schultes - 1976
    The first nontechnical guide to both the cultural significance and physiological effects of hallucinogens, HALLUCINOGENIC PLANTS will fascinate general readers and students of anthropology and history as well as botanists and other specialists. All of the wild and cultivated species considered are illustrated in brilliant full color.

The Oxford Companion to Ships and the Sea


I.C.B. Dear - 1976
    It brings together more than 2,600 entries on every imaginable aspect of the seas and the vessels that sail on them, from shipbuilding, yachting, diving, and marine mammals, to tidal power, piracy, and the literature and language of the sea. This second edition provides significant new material on topics that have come to prominence in recent times, such as oceanography and marine archaeology: key contributions on these subjects from marine expert Dr Martin Angel at Southampton Oceanography Centre include climate change, environmental issues, marine pollution, and marine wildlife. Among the many brand new entries to this edition are up-to-the-minute articles on underwater vehicles, tsunamis, warfare at sea, marine pollution, the Economic Exclustion Zone, and ship preservation. This Companion also includes authoritative and fascinating entries on maritime history: its naval battles, including Pearl Harbour and Trafalgar; its great ships, from Noah's Ark and the Bounty to the Titanic and the Mary Rose; and its most famous individuals, both real and fictional, including Christopher Columbus, Horatio Nelson, and Robinson Crusoe. Entries are fully cross-referenced, and the text is illustrated with over 260 detailed drawings, making it more accessible than ever before.

The New Games Book


New Games Foundation - 1976
    Many of the "New Games" may now be seen played, in their modern variants, by church youth groups, summer campers, and even [in some cases] gym students.

Telling Writing


Ken Macrorie - 1976
    . . but a matter of setting up a climate friendly to learning and then challenging learners to connect their experience and ideas with those of the accepted authorities or producers. Students can't become truly educated unless they grow out of and beyond themselves . . . Telling Writing gives them an indispensable base, a knowledge of themselves on which to grow.Macrorie's approach works because it helps students break away from the deadly academic prose fostered by so many writing courses and enables them to write about and from their own experiences.

Insects That Feed on Trees and Shrubs


Warren T. Johnson - 1976
    This comprehensive handbook, acclaimed when it was first published in 1976 as one of the most useful reference manuals on diagnostic entomology yet produced, has now been completely revised and expanded to reflect recent advances in technology and the wealth of new information affecting the Green Industry.Augmented by 241 full-color plates, it gives the essential facts about more than 900 species of insects, mites, and other animals that injure woody ornamental plants in the United States and Canada, and provides means of quick visual identification of both the pests and the damage they cause.

Bid Better Play Better: How to Think at the Bridge Table


Dorothy Hayden Truscott - 1976
    Winning advice on bidding and play for the intermediate, based on five card major openings.

A History of Israel: From the Rise of Zionism to Our Time


Howard M. Sachar - 1976
    Sachar’s A History of Israel: From the Rise of Zionism to Our Time was regarded one of the most valuable works available detailing the history of this still relatively young country. More than 30 years later, readers can again be immersed in this monumental work. The second edition of this volume covers topics such as the first of the Aliyahs in the 1880s; the rise of Jewish nationalism; the beginning of the political Zionist movement and, later, how the movement changed after Theodor Herzl; the Balfour Declaration; the factors that led to the Arab-Jewish confrontation; Palestine and its role both during the Second World War and after; the war of independence and the many wars that followed it over the next few decades; and the development of the Israeli republic and the many challenges it faced, both domestic and foreign, and still faces today.This is a truly enriching and exhaustive history of a nation that holds claim to one of the most complicated and controversial histories in the world.

New Testament History: A Critical and Exegetical Commentary on the Book of Acts


Gareth Reese - 1976
    This is a great resource for the study of Acts and has been adapted in many Bible colleges as a textbook. The Bible notes are excellent and clear, and the numerous special studies bring valuable information to the forefront that seldom makes it into a single volume.

Birds: Their Life, Their Ways, Their World


Christopher M. Perrins - 1976
    it opens with a compreensive description of the diverse lives of birds. In the second part of Birds you'll meet all 176 bird families that have ever lived on earth, including those that are now extinct. Contains more than 1,000 spectacular color painting by nature artist Ad Cameron, depicting such scenes as aerial combat between golden eagles, cranes performing a wild courtship dance, and cuckoos evicting sparrows from the next. Cameron has captured the winged creatures of our planet in stunningly lifelike postures certain to enhance your enjoyment and appreciation of the natural world.

Anatomy of Wonder: A Critical Guide to Science Fiction


Neil Barron - 1976
    Renowned experts in the field have contributed to this new edition, providing authoritative historical and contemporary coverage of the best in science fiction. Users will find succinct, critical discussions of more than 1,400 SF novels, story collections, and anthologies. In addition, there is a comprehensive survey of the secondary literature-books and other resources that discuss fantastic literature, film, and illustration-plus chapters on teaching SF and a directory of libraries containing significant collections of science fiction. Titles appropriate for or appealing to teens are noted, as are award-winning titles and titles of literary merit. Author, title, and theme indexes provide additional points of access. An essential tool for collection development, research, and reference, this book also supports readers' advisory work. Young adult and adult. Grades 9 and up.

The Biochemic Handbook: How to Get Well and Keep Fit With Biochemic Tissue Salts


J.B. Chapman - 1976
    Discusses the recovery of the ailing human body by restoring to the blood the constituents in which it is lacking.

Saucier's Apprentice


Raymond Sokolov - 1976
    Raymond Sokolov, the widely admired former Food Editor of The first to point out that the hitherto mysterious saucier's art, as practiced by the best restaurant chefs, is based on what amounts to an elegant "fast food" technique. And this is what he demonstrates in his unique, useful, and witty book:-- How to prepare, at your leisure, the three fundamental classic sauces (the "mother" sauces from which all others evolve: Brown, White, and Fish Veloute)...-- How to freeze them in one-meal-size containers, ready for use at a moment's notice...-- How to transform any of these basic put-away sauces, quickly and easily, into the exact ones that French chefs are famous for and serve in the finest restaurants...-- How to prepare the classic dish for which each sauce is traditionally used, with suggestions for enhancing simpler fare (the recipes run the gamut from Duckling a la Bigarade to Poached Eggs Petit-Duc -- that is, with Chateaubriand Sauce).Mr. Sokolov has conceived, then, a comprehensive collection of recipes -- authoritative, clear, and easy to follow -- as well as an inventive method of cooking for the average kitchen. Peppered with culinary lore and with reassuring accounts of the author's own experiences as a modern-day Saucier's Apprentice, here is a book that will appeal to every good amateur cook who wants to produce sumptuous fare at home for occasions great and small.

Kites


David Pelham - 1976
    Beginning with a fascinating and complete history of kites and kite flying, Pelham recounts how kites have not only provided endless hours of pleasure, relaxation, and exercise but were also used for signalling over vast distances, fishing, measuring, and divining the secrets of the atmosphere (not to mention the kite's greatest role, as precursor to the airplane).This marvelously illustrated book contains absolutely every fact about the construction and flying of kites and includes over 100 how-to diagrams, from the simple to the challenging, from paper to fabric, with all the information necessary for building kites from scratch.

Encyclopedia of Mystery and Detection


Chris Steinbrunner - 1976
    Biographies of the principal practitioners of mystery and detective writing are supplemented with information on the motion pictures, plays, radio and TV series, and telefeatures based on their works or their fictional creations. Also included are delightful “biographies” of the great fictional detectives, their sidekicks, and their chief criminal adversaries—plus carefully researched articles on such subjects as dime novels, pulp magazines, comic art detectives, radio and television detectives, and collecting detective fiction.The writers—more than 500 of them—range from Edgar Allan Poe, Wilkie Collins, and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle … to Erle Stanley Gardner, Dashiell Hammett, Raymond Chandler, S. S. Van Dine, Ellery Queen, and Agatha Christie … right up to Dick Francis, Ed McBain, John le Carré, and Ross Macdonald. Mainstream writers, such as Balzac, Dostoevski, Dickens, O. Henry, and Faulkner, are covered for their contributions to detective fiction or their influence on the development of the genre.Among the celebrated sleuths profiled are Sherlock Holmes, Perry Mason, Sam Spade, Dick Tracy, Mike Hammer, Nero Wolfe, and Lew Archer—as well as the movies’ Charlie Chan, Mr. Moto, Bulldog Drummond, Philo Vance, and James Bond. Agatha Christie’s Hercule Poirot and Miss Jane Marple are here, along with Simenon’s Inspector Maigret. Among the criminal adversaries—both sympathetic and sinister—are Dr. Fu Manchu, Professor Moriarty, Arsène Lupin, A. J. Raffles, and the Lone Wolf.Critical appraisal, plot synopses of the key works, and accurate first edition dates are provided in the biographies of all the major whodunit writers—plus checklists of their complete works. Biographies are also included for the authors of major spy, crime, and pure adventure stories, Not forgotten are such gothic romances as Frankenstein, Dracula, and Rebecca.More than 300 illustrations include rare motion picture stills, early dust jackets, book illustrations, and portraits of authors. Film entries include a plot summary, leading performers, director, writer, production company, and release date. Entries are alphabetically arranged, and cross-references lead you quickly to the true identity of the writer who hides behind pseudonyms.The first work of its kind to appear in any language, this monumental compendium contains more information on authors, books, detectives, films, and works in other media than has ever appeared in a single volume. An indispensable and entertaining reference for every true mystery fan, the Encyclopedia of Mystery and Detection is also an excellent, thoroughly researched, and highly readable introduction to a venerable and exciting literary genre.

The Birth We Call Death


Paul H. Dunn - 1976
    Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, c1976.

Astronomy


Ian Ridpath - 1976
    The book traces the history of astronomy, from the earliest human civilizations to the present day, plus a description of what the interested person can see in the night sky.

The Santa Cruz Mountains Trail Book


Tom Taber - 1976
    This compact, detailed reference guides hikers, bikers, bird watchers, naturalists, and other outdoor enthusiasts through redwood canyons, conifer and oak woodlands, along the rugged Pacific coast, and to breathtaking summit views of the Bay Area and beyond. Each chapter includes an overview of the park or preserve with directions on how to reach it; detailed trail maps; and descriptions of trail conditions, ecology, topography, geology, history, and points of interest. At the beginning of the book, a map illustrates all the public lands in the mountains, and a separate chapter lists each unit of public land alphabetically. Special sections highlight noteworthy features, including poison oak, acorn woodpeckers, logging history, interesting characters, banana slugs, the best places for dog walking, and more.

The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Rock


Nick Logan - 1976
    

The Craft of Musical Composition, Book 2: Exercises in Two-Part Writing


Paul Hindemith - 1976
    Originally published in the 1940s, Paul Hindemith's remakable textbooks are still the outstanding works of their kind. In contrast to many musical textbooks written by academic musicians, these were produced by a man who could play every instrument of the orchestra, could compose a satisfying piece for almost every kind of ensemble, and who was one of the most stimulating teachers of his day. It is therefore not surprising that nearly forty years later these books should remain essential reading for the student and the professional musician. Preface * Construction of the Simplest One-Voice Melodic Patterns * Beginning of Two-Voice Setting * Elaborated Melody (Auxiliary or Teturning Tones, Passing Tones) * Elaborated Melody (Continuation) * Principles of Melodic Construction * Elaborated Melody (Conclusion) * Tonal Higher-Units * Tonality of the Melodies * Elaboration of the Melody Model * Free Two-Voice Setting I and II

The Classic Arabian Horse


Judith Forbis - 1976
    The author traces Arabians from 1580 B.C. to the present and through all the countries where they have been bred. Over 200 photographs and reproductions of ancient and modern art depict the great horses of the past and present, the conditions under which they were kept, how they were trained, and how the strains were developed. Drawings show the important points of the classic Arabian, and charts outline the major strains. The canvas on which the author has painted this panorama of the Arabian is large, and it is dedicated to the creative breeders, not only of the past and present, but especially of the future.

Solid State Physics


Neil W. Ashcroft - 1976
    This book provides an introduction to the field of solid state physics for undergraduate students in physics, chemistry, engineering, and materials science.

Baryshnikov at Work: Mikhail Baryshnikov Discusses His Roles


Mikhail Baryshnikov - 1976
    In this book, Mikhail Baryshnikov discusses the first twenty-six ballets he performed when he came to the West, from the great classics... Giselle, Swan Lake, The Sleeping Beauty, Cappelia... to the new ballets specially created for him here. He writes of the problems, both technical and stylistic, of each role.. what he responds to in each, where its difficulties lie, which few he feels are antipathetic to his temperament. He writes of how it feels to dance Nijinsky's roles. . Petrouchka, Le Spectre de la Rose; of the rigors and rewards of Balanchine's choreography; of working with Twyla Tharp on Push Comes to Shove, with Jerome Robbins on 'Other Dances,' with Anthony Tudor on 'Shadowplay.' Baryshnikov discusses his need to extend himself by adapting to Western ideas of partnering, and by coming to grips with specifically American music, such as the Ellington score for 'Pas de Duke' and the Frank Sinatra records for 'Once More, Frank.' He explains how his performance as Albrecht in 'Giselle' .. perhaps his greatest role... developed; how he conceived it, what it means to him. He tells us how he work...in his mind, in rehearsal, in performance. And accompanying the text are Martha Swope's magnificent photographs of Baryshnikov in these 26 roles: stage photographs, rehearsal photographs, and several series of unique studio photographs, including an extraordinary record of his famous solo, 'Vestris.'

The Elements of Real Analysis


Robert G. Bartle - 1976
    The algebraic and order properties of the real number system are presented in a simpler fashion than in the previous edition.

Tune in Yesterday: The Ultimate Encyclopedia of Old-Time Radio, 1925-1976


John Dunning - 1976
    Personal copy from my own collection

A Companion to Your Study of the Book of Mormon


Daniel H. Ludlow - 1976
    The purpose of this important volume is to provide pertinent information on the coming forth of this standard work as well as supplementary information on some of its important and more difficult passages. The commentary on these passages comes from the teachings of General Authorities, from the writings of Book of Mormon scholars, and from the observations and experiences of the author, a professor of religion at BYU and director of Correlation Review for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.Teachers, students, and all who wish to gain greater insight into the understanding of the Book of Mormon will find within these pages:(1) Background information on the coming forth of the Book of Mormon;(2) A discussion of the major sets of plates associated with it;(3) A historical background leading to the period of the Book of Mormon;(4) A brief review of its secular history;(5) Commentary and information on difficult and challenging verses of this inspired volume of scripture; and(6) Testimonies of those who have tested and verified the validity of the Book of Mormon.

The Art of Alfred Hitchcock: Fifty Years of His Motion Pictures


Donald Spoto - 1976
    This completely revised and updated edition of the classic text describes and analyzes every movie made by master filmmaker Alfred Hitchcock.

New York Then and Now


Edward B. Watson - 1976
    Early photographs from 1875 to 1925 contrasted with 1976.

Rymes of Robyn Hood


R.B. Dobson - 1976
    In recent years historians and literary critics have begun to study the legend of Robin Hood, taking as their starting point the earliest known ballads from the 14th century and beyond. Thirteen of the surviving ballad texts are reproduced in this volume, with accompanying commentary and an additional selection of related poems and play extracts. Together they illustrate the development of the Robin Hood myth from his medieval portrayal as a common criminal to the romantic idealization of pre-industrial merry England in the nostalgia of the 19th century.

All the Divine Names and Titles in the Bible


Herbert Lockyer - 1976
    Each name reveals some new facet of the infinite being of God and demonstrates the progressive manner in which he reveals himself.As you gain a better appreciation of God’s character and works through Herbert Lockyer’s discussions of the different names of God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, you’ll find your soul responding to the truths they reveal. You’ll be inspired to greater praise and trust, you’ll obtain comfort and courage, and you’ll find a new desire and boldness to witness to the good news of salvation through Christ.Herbert W. Lockyer’s "All" books give you life-enriching insights into the Bible. From characters you can learn from, to teachings you can apply, to promises you can stand on and prophecies you can count on, Lockyer’s time-honored works help you wrap your mind around the Bible and get it into your heart. Lockyer’s books include All the Apostles of the Bible, All the Divine Names and Titles in the Bible, All the Doctrines of the Bible, All the Men of the Bible, All the Women of the Bible, All the Messianic Prophecies of the Bible, All the Miracles of the Bible, All the Parables of the Bible, All the Prayers of the Bible, and All the Promises of the Bible.

Tsubo: Vital Points for Oriental Therapy


Katsusuke Serizawa - 1976
    With simple text and clear diagrams the author shows how to locate Tsubo, and how to apply acupuncture, massage, shiatsu, and other popular therapies for astonishing relief of such common ailments as fatigue, insomnia, muscular aches, back pain, asthma, nausea, and more... and for skin and beauty enhancement. Comprehensive and informative, Tsubo will enable the layman at home as well as the holistic and general practitioner to promote good health and to reap the benefits of this little-known, remarkable self-healing technique.

The Rolling Stones: An Illustrated Record


Roy Carr - 1976
    

Darkest hours: A narrative encyclopedia of worldwide disasters from ancient times to the present


Jay Robert Nash - 1976
    Softcover book

The Woodworkers Bible: A Complete Guide to Woodworking


Percy W. Blandford - 1976
    New tools come on the market, older tools are upgraded and a number of new, finely made hand tools are now available. Regardless of the subtle changes, the basic principles used by woodworkers have remained constant.The novice woodworker can produce satisfactory work following these unchanging woodworking traditions and using just some basic tools. Once these lessons are learned, all woodworking tasks are only a short step away. Power tools can take much of the drudgery out of woodworking, hand tools bring you closer to your work to teach you the characteristics of wood and how to make the most of the material.This book offers all the knowledge needed to get started in woodworking. All of the joints, jigs, methods, techniques and processes that have stood the test of time are included (along with a number of basic projects to practice the techniques). Woodworking offers enough variety to satisfy the widest range of tastes and inclinations. Let this book be your guide for whatever direction you want your work to take.

Vector Calculus


Jerrold E. Marsden - 1976
    The book's careful account is a contemporary balance between theory, application, and historical development, providing it's readers with an insight into how mathematics progresses and is in turn influenced by the natural world.

A Guide to the Birds of Panama: With Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and Honduras


Robert S. Ridgely - 1976
    In the second edition, published in 1989, the authors expanded information on the birds of Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and Honduras: approximately 200 new species were added to the material in the 1976 edition. Over 300 additional species, some of them Panamanian, were illustrated. Sixteen new plates were added, and three of the original plates were replaced by improved versions. Throughout the book changes were made to accommodate the explosion in knowledge of the birds of Panama and nearby areas and of neotropical birds in general. The basic sequence and systematics of the AOU 1983 Check-list were adopted. Also included in the revised edition was expanded and updated information on birdfinding in Panama, prepared with the assistance of two of Panama's best resident birders. The book also contains a special section outlining developments in Panama ornithology and conservation. A sophisticated treatment of one of the world's richest avifaunas.--The Quarterly Review of Biology

The Twelve Steps for Everyone: Who Really Wants Them


Jerry Hirschfield - 1976
    A caring adaptation of the Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous for anyone seeking a practical path to spiritual and emotional freedom. This compassionate, insightful book is written in the language of the heart, and is used by both lay people and professionals.

Geodesic Math and How to Use It


Hugh Kenner - 1976
    Buckminster Fuller introduced geodesic domes when literary critic Hugh Kenner published this fully-illustrated practical manual for their construction. Now, some twenty-five years later, Geodesic Math and How to Use It again presents a systematic method of design and provides a step-by-step method for producing mathematical specifications for orthodox geodesic domes, as well as for a variety of elliptical, super-elliptical, and other nonspherical contours. Out of print since 1990, Geodesic Math and How To Use It is California's most requested backlist title. This edition is fully illustrated with complete original appendices.

Chinese Snacks


Su-Huei Huang - 1976
    Clear instructions on utensils, ingredients, and preparation steps make recipes easy to follow. Photos of steamed dim sum, dumplings, egg rolls, and more, invite cooks to try their hands at mouthwatering creations.

To the Queen's Taste: Elizabethan Feasts and Recipes Adapted for Modern Cooking


Lorna J. Sass - 1976
    

The Theology of Medicine


Thomas Szasz - 1976
    s/t: The Political-philosophical Foundations of Medical Ethics

Astrology of Human Relationships


Frances Sakoian - 1976
    Readers learn how to use astrology to enhance personal, social, and professional relationships by understanding techniques for preparing and interpreting detailed computer-generated horoscopes.

The New Oxford Book of American Verse


Richard Ellmann - 1976
    An anthology of poems by American poets from Taylor and Bradstreet to Plath, Ginsberg, and Ashbery, reflecting the traditions and achievements of three centuries.

Frank Lloyd Wright's Usonian Houses: Designs for Moderate Cost One-Family Homes


John Sergeant - 1976
    Looks at the last period in Wright's career, reassessing his Usonian houses, his Taliesin working communities, and his plan for Broadacre City.