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Learn to Sail

Hore, Tim — 10 Feb 2012 08:18:50 +0100

Step-by-step advice takes you through everything you need to know to get afloat and start having fun Learn to Sail is a jargon-free book, allowing complete novices to get out on the water with the minimum of fuss. As well as learning how to sail, there's advice on safety, rigging, launching, recovery, and capsizing. One and two-person dinghies are covered and there are even tips on flying colourful downwind sails. The basic structure of national dinghy sailing courses is followed, though the emphasis is on keeping it simple and ensuring everyone has fun. Unique onboard photography allows a whole new perspective--it's like you're on the boat yourself. [252 Seiten, Softcover]

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Beer For Dummies

Nachel, Marty / Ettlinger, Steve — 6 Feb 2012 08:18:55 +0100

The fun and friendly guide to all things beer Beer has always been one of the world's most popular beverages; but recently, people have embraced the rich complexities of beer's many varieties. Now, with Beer For Dummies you can quickly and enjoyably educate your palate--from recognizing the characteristics of ales, lagers, and other beer styles to understanding how to taste and evaluate beer. The author, a beer connoisseur, shares his own expertise on this subject, revealing his picks for the best beer festivals, tastings, and events around the world as well as his simple tips for pouring, storing, and drinking beer like an expert brewmeister. * New coverage on the various styles of beer found around the world including: real ale, barrel aged/wood aged beer, organic brews, and extreme beer * Updated profiles on the flavor and body of each beer, explaining why beers taste the way they do, as well as their strengths and ideal serving temperatures * How to spot the best beers by looking at the bottle, label, and a properly poured beer in its ideal glass * The essentials on beer-and-food pairings and the best ways to introduce beer into your cooking repertoire From information on ingredients like hops, malt, and barley to the differences between lagers and ales, this friendly guide gives you all the information you need to select and appreciate your next brew. [360 Seiten, Softcover]

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Fish Forever

Johnson, Paul — 30 Jan 2012 08:18:27 +0100

A unique cookbook and guide to healthful, eco-friendly seafood Few people know more about fish than Paul Johnson, whose Monterey Fish Market in San Francisco supplies seafood to some of the nation's most celebrated chefs, from Alice Waters, Thomas Keller, and Michael Mina to Todd English, Daniel Boulud, and Alain Ducasse. In Fish Forever, Johnson offers a cookbook for anyone who loves fish, but worries about overfishing, contaminants like mercury, and other serious health and ecological issues. Fish Forever reveals which species of fish you should and shouldn't eat, based on how endangered, contaminated, and tasty they are. Plus, Johnson includes amazing recipes from around the world that take advantage of those most abundant and delicious types of fish. * Provides in-depth guidance on 70 fish species along with 96 international recipes that highlight the outstanding culinary qualities of the fish used * Includes more than 60 beautiful color photographs, as well as plenty of cooking tips and helpful sidebars * Winner of the coveted IACP Cookbook of the Year award Fish Forever is a must-have kitchen resource for seafood lovers--and Earth lovers--everywhere. [448 Seiten, Softcover]

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The Complete Hogan

McLean, Jim / McCarthy, Tom — 12 Jan 2012 08:17:32 +0100

Top golfing instructor Jim McLean uses rare film footage of Ben Hogan to break down the greatest swing of all time Golf legend Ben Hogan had the perfect golf swing, but how exactly it worked has long been a mystery--until now. Using footage from three never-before analyzed films of Hogan at his very best, Jim McLean analyzes the crucial motions of Hogan's entire golf swing and shows you how to integrate his mechanics into your own game. You'll study Hogan's blend of club head, club shaft, hands, ankles, knees, hops, shoulders, and head motion--a symphony of movements with an ideal sequential development of power. It's as close as you can get to teeing it up with Hogan yourself. * Uses more than one hundred stills from three rare films to analyze every key detail of Hogan's perfect swing before the car accident that changed his play, something no book on Hogan has ever done * Reveals the fifteen secrets of Hogan's swing, covering important topics such as the grip, the waggle, the left hip action, lateral motion, rotation and turning movements, head position, and more * Draws extensively on the knowledge of Hogan's friends and competitors, many of them golfing greats themselves * Written by one of Golf Digest's top five teachers , a pioneer in video analysis who also saw Hogan play first hand There have been many books on Hogan's swing, but never one, including his own, that illustrates his swing at its most perfect, and never one that shows its mechanics so clearly and completely. [224 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Better Homes and Gardens New Cook Book Bridal

Better Homes & Gardens — 9 Jan 2012 08:17:18 +0100

This bridal edition of the bestselling New Cook Book makes the perfect gift for new couples! The Better Homes and Gardens New Cook Book has been an American favorite since 1930, selling 40 million copies through fourteen editions. The new 15th Edition is the best yet, with hundreds of new recipes, tips, and photos. This new bridal edition includes a 62-page bonus section of kitchen advice for new couples. The perfect shower or wedding gift, this new bridal edition includes all the delicious recipes you've come to expect. More than that, it features plenty of tips for new couples on setting up a kitchen, cooking for two, entertaining friends and family, planning parties, and much more. * A special gift edition just for brides, with plenty of tips and advice on homemaking for the twenty-first century * NEW FEATURES for the 15th Edition: Make It Mine--new flavors to keep meals exciting; Cook Once, Eat Twice--create two great meals out of one * NEW CHAPTERS ON Breakfasts and Brunches; Casseroles; Convenience Cooking and Sandwiches and Pizzas * Presents more than 1400 recipes, including 1000 brand-new to this edition * More than 1000 photos Better Homes and Gardens New Cook Book, Bridal Edition is packed with delicious recipes and cooking advice--it's the perfect gift for the newlyweds in your life! [720 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Carrabba's Italian Grill Cookbook

Carrabba's Italian Grill, I. — 3 Jan 2012 08:18:34 +0100

Make dinner the Carrabba's way tonight, with these delicious family recipes For 25 years, Carrabba's Italian Grill has offered its amici (Italian for friends) an extraordinary dining experience. Serving hand-prepared, contemporary renditions of traditional family recipes, Carrabba's makes everyone who walks through the door feel right at home. Each meal is served in the time-honored tradition of warm Italian hospitality and authentically prepared food made from the heart. Now, you can re-create the Carrabba's experience in your own kitchen with delicious recipes inspired by generations of family cooking. In the true spirit of generosity, Recipes from Around Our Family Table shares not just these mouthwatering signature recipes, but also the cooking secrets that make them so good. * Includes 75 authentic Italian recipes and Carrabba's favorites, like Chicken Bryan, Mama Mandola's Sicilian Chicken Soup and Pizza Margherita * Offers tips on successful grilling, preparing perfect pasta, finding the best ingredients, mastering homemade pizza, and more [160 Seiten, Softcover]

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Studio Spaces

Better Homes & Gardens — 3 Jan 2012 08:18:22 +0100

Create, update, and organize your creative workspace With the economy still in a slump, handmade isn't going anywhere. In the online and print crafting worlds, craft and art studios and workspaces are extremely popular topics--and storage and organization is a perennially hot topic. Combining the two brings together the best of both worlds in a collection of inspiration, how-to, projects, and sneak peeks into the studios of favorite designers. With a unique combination of designer studios, inspiration, helpful projects, and creative how-to, you'll find clever and helpful ideas to corral your crafting supplies, update your creative spaces, and spend more time creating and less time combating clutter. * You'll get an inside look at the studios of top designers and crafters * Dozens of projects to help contain, organize, and manage craft supplies and stash * Dozens of inspirational stories on studio and workspace organization * Countless clever and unique tips and tricks for wrangling clutter and getting the most out of the space you have, freeing up time for more creativity No matter what your craft or experience, Studio Spaces offers the inspiration and ideas you need to better organize and decorate your home studio and let the creativity flow. [168 Seiten, Softcover]

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iPod touch Portable Genius

McFedries, Paul — 3 Jan 2012 08:18:17 +0100

Tips, tricks, and shortcuts for getting the most out of Apple's iPod Touch Packed with authoritative, no-nonsense advice for getting the most out of your iPod touch, this hip and sophisticated guide addresses the most used and desired features of this exciting device. The author covers the most essential skills, tools, and shortcuts you need to know in order to become savvy and confident for accomplishing any task necessary. Featuring a handy trim size, this guide goes where you go, offering accessible, useful information immediately at your fingertips. You'll find the hottest tips coupled with savvy advice on everything from simple tasks like playing movies and music to more advanced topics such as getting the most out of the iPod touch's features and apps. * Shares sophisticated advice for getting the most from your iPod touch * Uncovers shortcuts, tips, and tricks on the hottest features of the iPod touch * Features a handy trim size that makes this essential resource extremely portable * Couples savvy advice with critical information on everything from playing movies and music to gaining confidence in uploading and using popular applications This book offers you an abundance of useful tips and techniques for making the most of your iPod touch. [320 Seiten, Softcover]

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Saxophone For Dummies

Gabel, Denis / Villmow, Michael — 29 Dec 2011 08:18:20 +0100

The fast and easy way to play this popular woodwind instrument Saxophone For Dummies offers the ideal introduction to this popular and versatile instrument, whether you lack any musical experience or are picking up the sax again after a hiatus. Covering both the alto and tenor sax, this friendly guide explains how to get a good sound, how to read music, and how to play songs in a variety of styles, including classical, pop, and jazz, all accompanied by the audio samples on the enclosed CD. With tips on how to buy or rent the best saxophone, and information on how to care for the instrument, Saxophone For Dummies is a comprehensive guide to playing this popular woodwind alone or in a group setting. * Includes tips on buying or renting a new or used saxophone * Audio samples of classical, pop, and jazz music are available on the bonus CD * Advice on cleaning and maintaining a saxophone If you're picking up a saxophone for the first time or are looking to brush up on your skills, Saxophone For Dummies gives you everything you need to appreciate, understand, and excel at playing this popular instrument. [384 Seiten, Softcover]

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Better Homes & Gardens Gardening Made Simple

Better Homes & Gardens — 29 Dec 2011 08:17:31 +0100

The ideal guide to getting started for every beginning gardener Gardening Made Simple is a comprehensive step-by-step guide to creating beautiful gardens, including all the basics of planting, growing, and caring for trees, shrubs, flowers, fruits, vegetables, lawns and other greenery. With plenty of clear and explanatory full-color photographs, it gives beginners the inspiration and simple guidance they need to achieve their green-thumb dreams. A helpful introductory section covers basic tools and techniques and shows you how to choose the right garden plans and plants for your Zone, prepare your soil, manage pests, and prune, mulch, fertilize, and water with ease. * Includes more than 65 step-by-step gardening projects * Features 145 easy-to-grow plants, including sections on container gardening, growing your own vegetables, fruits, and herbs, flower gardening, landscaping with trees, shrubs, vines, and groundcovers, and foolproof houseplants * Features more than 1,200 color photographs throughout, including step-by-step photos and shots of finished projects, as well as colorful illustrations and easy plant-by-number diagrams * Includes handy Ask the Garden Doctor question-and-answer content, and Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden tips throughout No matter your gardening experience and skill level, Gardening Made Simple provides the inspiration, insight, and advice you need to grow the garden of your dreams. [360 Seiten, Softcover]

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Black and Gold

Babineau, Steve / Simpson, Rob — 21 Dec 2011 08:17:42 +0100

A history of the Boston Bruins in pictures, newly revised and updated to cover the spectacular 2010-2011 Stanley Cup-Winning Season! A pictorial history of the Boston Bruins, Black and Gold is a tribute to one of the NHL's Original Six teams and hockey's most popular franchises. A storied team with a long and rich history spanning almost ninety years, the Bruins have been home to some of the greatest names in the sport, including legends like Ray Bourque, Cam Neely, Terry O'Reilly, Don Cherry, Bobby Orr, and Joe Thornton. Featuring four decades of pictures from long-time team photographer Steve Babineau, and accompanying text by broadcaster Rob Simpson, Black and Gold documents the six-time Stanley Cup winning team, including magic moments from the past, star players and coaches, Bruins goalies, grinders, and the old Boston Garden. * Revised to commemorate the 2011 Winter Classic and the team's epic Stanley Cup victory * Packed with 32 all-new pages of iconic images and insightful commentary * Includes a Foreword by hockey great Don Cherry This epic collection, featuring many never-before-seen photographs, is guaranteed to bring back memories for every Bruins fan who bleeds black and gold. [304 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Gluten-Free Baking For Dummies

McFadden Layton, Jean / Larsen, Linda — 19 Dec 2011 08:18:35 +0100

More than 150 tasty recipes for gluten-free baking Imagine baking without flour. Impossible, right? Essentially, that's what you're doing when you bake gluten-free. Sure, there are replacement flours, but there's an art to combining those ingredients to re-create the tastes you know and love. Baking is truly the greatest challenge when cooking gluten-free, and more than 150 delicious, gluten-free recipes for baking cakes, cookies, and breads are coming fresh out of the oven to help you meet this challenge with Gluten-Free Baking For Dummies. Gluten-intolerant eaters have big concerns with baking, as wheat flour, a staple ingredient of many bread and baking recipes, is their greatest concern. Gluten-Free Baking For Dummies expands baking opportunities for those avoiding wheat flour, either for medical reasons or by choice. It offers you a wide variety of recipes along with valuable information about diet, health concerns, and kitchen and shopping basics. * Discover new baking ideas and substitutes for common glutinous ingredients * Easy recipes and methods for baking more than 150 gluten-free cakes, cookies, and breads * Tips and advice for shopping and stocking your kitchen Gluten-Free Baking For Dummies is for the millions of people who suffer from Celiac disease, their friends and family, and anyone looking for healthy and tasty wheat- and gluten-free baking recipes. [384 Seiten, Softcover]

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Better Homes & Gardens Ultimate Low-Calorie Meals

Better Homes & Gardens — 19 Dec 2011 08:18:30 +0100

You'll never run out of healthy, nutritious family meals with this extensive collection of low-calorie recipes New in the Ultimate series, The Ultimate Low-Calorie Meals Book offers hundreds of recipes and ideas that make eating healthy and watching your weight easy and delicious. These recipes are ideal for light and nutritious everyday meals that form the basis of a healthy lifestyle. Filled with dishes the entire family will love, recipes are clearly marked with icons that let you quickly identify recipes that are ready in 30 minutes or less, high in fiber, and low in sodium. Packed with more than 400 delicious and nutritious low-calorie meals and hundreds of beautiful photos, The Ultimate Low-Calorie Meals Book is a great resource at a great price. * Features more than 400 flavorful calorie- and fat-conscious recipes, including main dishes, snacks, sandwiches, pizza, desserts, restaurant favorites, and make-ahead meals * Includes more than 300 gorgeous full-color photographs that make every page inspiring and easy to follow * Special Healthy Eating Basics chapter * Special features include substitution charts that help make every meal more calorie-conscious, up-to-date diet and nutrition advice, and much more Whether you're trying to adopt new, low-calorie eating habits or looking for new recipes to help you maintain your already-healthy lifestyle, this is the ultimate guide to tasty, healthy eating. [480 Seiten, Softcover]

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Sail Away

Rodriguez, Nicola — 12 Dec 2011 08:17:58 +0100

How to make your dream of giving up the 9-to-5 routine--and setting sail--come true Author Nicola Rodriguez dared to dream the impossible--seeing the world with her family of four. With careful planning (and the gift of yachting equipment), her dream came true, allowing her to travel by yacht for four years while raising her family. In Sail Away, she offers practical guidance for the would-be adventurer--including choosing a boat, planning a round-the-world route, as well as a realistic look at the pros and cons of living on a boat. With information on safety, communications, children, insurance, and budgeting, this helpful guide will show anyone how to start their once in a lifetime journey. With careful guidance on each step of the preparation process, the book also includes extensive information on routes and destinations around Europe, the Caribbean, the Pacific, and beyond. * Includes only tried-and-tested advice-based on the author's own experience as well as many others she met in her travels * Offers advice on coping with life ashore at the end of your adventure * The author is a respected yachting journalist, who contributes to Yachting Monthly, Yachting World, and Sail magazines * Illustrated with beautiful photographs taken by Nicola's husband, John Whether you're opting to cash in your savings, making use of your pension, or taking a sabbatical from your daily routine, this inspirational, practical guide shows you how to take the plunge and Sail Away. [304 Seiten, Softcover]

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Fighting the Good Fight

Proteau, Adam — 7 Dec 2011 08:17:38 +0100

A veteran hockey writer takes on hockey culture and the NHL--addressing the game's most controversial issue Whether it's on-ice fist fights or head shots into the glass, hockey has become a nightly news spectacle--with players pummeling and bashing each other across the ice like drunken gladiators. And while the NHL may actually condone on-ice violence as a ticket draw, diehard hockey fan and expert Adam Proteau argues against hockey's transformation into a thuggish blood sport. In Fighting the Good Fight, Proteau sheds light on the many perspectives of those in and around the game, with interviews of current and former NHL stars, coaches, general managers, and league executives, as well as medical experts. One of the most well-known media figures on the hockey scene today, famous for his funny, feisty observations as a writer for the Toronto Star and The Hockey News and commentator on CBC radio and TV, Adam Proteau is also one of the few mainstream media voices who is vehemently anti-fighting in hockey. Not only is his book a plea to the game's gatekeepers to finally clamp down on the runaway violence that permeates the sport even at its highest level, he offers realistic suggestions on ways to finally clean the game up. * Includes interviews with medical experts on head injuries and concussions, as well as with other members of the media * The author not only wages an attack on the value of fighting in hockey--but also on the establishment hockey culture Covering the most polarizing issue in hockey today, Fighting the Good Fight gives hockey fans and sports lovers everywhere a reason to stamp their feet and whistle--at a rare display of eloquence and common sense. [288 Seiten, Softcover]

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Stellicktricity

Stellick, Gord — 7 Dec 2011 08:17:36 +0100

From the youngest general manager in NHL history to veteran on-air hockey analyst--Gord Stellick has seen it all, and now tells it all Few have been given the opportunity to be on both sides of the hockey rink--managing the Leafs and the Rangers and then regaling his legion of TV and radio fans with the colourful insider knowledge he's amassed--about blockbuster trades, NHL stars, and the talent that got away. But Gord Stellick has. In an almost forty-year career, he's one of the best known hockey personalities around. And Stellicktricity captures the man, his career as the ultimate hockey insider, and insights and anecdotes on the game he loves so much. Not only is the book crammed with details on hockey greats like Gretzky, Orr, Sakic, and Crosby, his NHL bosses (like Harold Ballard and Punch Imlach), but it also contains an inimitable look at Stellick's colleagues in the media. Destined to become a favourite of hockey fans everywhere, Stellicktricity not only covers every corner of the game of hockey but offers the author's unique view of other sports across North America. * Stellick is ubiquitous as a host, colour commentator, and analyst on hockey broadcasts and shows of all kinds in TV and radio * The book is loaded with Leafs content and brimming with anecdotes about legendary players, hockey management, and NHL characters (like Bob Goodenow and Wendel Clark) By turns serious and funny, every page of Stellicktricity crackles with the wit and wisdom of a born raconteur--and the hard-headed, real world insights of a man who's lived and breathed the game of hockey for the better part of his life. [288 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Air Farce

Abbott, Roger / Ferguson, Don — 7 Dec 2011 08:17:35 +0100

A rollicking, behind-the-scenes look at Canada's favourite comedy troupe A staple of CBC television for fifteen years, with diehard fans numbering in the millions, Canada's Royal Canadian Air Farce exemplifies brilliant comedic mayhem. Written by the founding members of Air Farce--Roger Abbott and Don Ferguson--this candid memoir, full of anecdotes, photographs, scripts, and other memorabilia from the authors' private collection describes every aspect of their hard-scrabble early life in 1970 as an onstage comedy troupe, their historic run on radio, and their spectacular success on prime-time television. With contributions from many of their longtime friends and collaborators, including Dave Broadfoot (whose When I regained consciousness tagline is now part of the Canadian vernacular), and the irrepressive Luba Goy, Air Farce takes readers behind the scenes, and onstage, into the day-to-day creative vortex of one of the most popular comedy shows in the history of Canadian television. * Offers unprecedented access to the intimate workings of Canada's legendary comedy troupe--from their days as something fun to do on Sunday nights in theatres to their arrival on Canadian television, as one of its highest rated shows * The authors share the highlights, lowlights, successes, and tragedies that resulted from their Air Farce collaboration Offering a no-holds-barred look at the key players that turned comedy talent into prime-time gold, Air Farce offers their legions of fans a genuine keepsake destined to last at least as long as the troupe's forty-year career--if not longer. [256 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Fresh

Tal, Ruth / Houston, Jennifer — 7 Dec 2011 08:17:26 +0100

More nutritious, modern, and utterly delicious recipes from Fresh--the award-winning restaurant chain in Canada Longtime patrons of Fresh know what to expect: scrumptious meatless meals made from all-natural, wholesome ingredients, full of exotic flavours and energy-boosting nutrients designed to make them feel incredible. In their new cookbook, founder Ruth Tal and co-owner and head chef Jennifer Houston offer Fresh fans even more recipes from their enticing and healthy menu. Loaded with nutritious recipes as well as tips on maintaining a healthy and balanced vegan/vegetarian diet, Fresh balances good eating with great taste on every page. For born food lovers or lovers of the new and trendy restaurant scene, the book also re-creates the dining experience at Fresh, with dozens of colour photographs that showcase the restaurant's funky urban decor. * Fresh has been featured on Food Network's Best of Show as one of the top juice bars in North America and named one of Toronto's top 20 influential restaurants of the past 20 years by Now magazine * The authors' previous book, reFresh, was a North American bestseller * Fresh offers 150 new recipes for smoothies, salads, sandwiches, and other delights A cookbook designed to make healthy eating a daily inspiration, Fresh brings the revitalizing creations of the award-winning Fresh restaurants right into your kitchen. [224 Seiten, Softcover]

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Power and Movement

Booth, Richard — 5 Dec 2011 08:19:07 +0100

Power and Movement redefines traditional perceptions of disability, fitness and power. Stunning original photographs capture the skill, poise and haunting beauty of Paralympic athletes preparing for the challenge of London 2012. Inspirational captions reveal individual athletes' aspirations and motivation through quotes and personal insights. This extraordinary collection celebrates the joy and beauty of expert movement, and the remarkable individuals who achieve it. [256 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Better Homes & Gardens 365 30-Minute Meals

Better Homes & Gardens — 5 Dec 2011 08:19:06 +0100

A mouthwatering collection of quick and delicious weeknight dinners the whole family will love--year round 365 30-Minute Meals is filled with a year's worth of fast, fresh and fun dinner ideas. With quick, easy-to-prepare recipes offering innovative dinner solutions for everyday staples like meat, poultry, fish, seafood, salads, stews, sandwiches, and more, this book is perfect for busy home cooks who need to get dinner on the table fast. Helpful cooking tips are spread throughout, and substitution suggestions help keep dinner on track even when you lack an ingredient. * A great value for busy families with 365 recipes in one affordable volume * Beautiful full-color inserts with more than 50 photos * At-a-glance icons that highlight Kid-Friendly, Healthful, and Quick-and-Special recipes * Helpful cooking tips and sidebars on cooking quick meals, as well as shopping, storing, prepping, and garnishing 365 30-Minute Meals offers a wealth of options for busy families in need of fast, great-tasting dinner solutions. [416 Seiten, Softcover]

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The Porch Book

Better Homes & Gardens — 28 Nov 2011 08:17:49 +0100

Ideas and instruction for adding a porch to your home The Porch Book is inspiring and broadly instructive, showcasing the beauty and benefits of adding a porch to common home styles. A gallery of inspirational ideas includes porches designed for enhanced outdoor living, with an emphasis on those attached to decks and patios. Plenty of attention is given to structural considerations, such as bolstering framing to add a porch to a deck, adding a roof, footings and foundations, insulation and weatherproofing, and wiring and plumbing basics. From simple covered steps to grand verandas, porches are inviting, comfortable, gracious, and even genteel. They can add warmth to the coldest facade, increase energy efficiency, and offer a sweet sweep of shade outdoors. Turn to The Porch Book and flip through a section of before-and-after photos that demonstrate how front porches can radically improve the look of a home. Then, choose a construction style that complements your home and get ready to bring some added charm to your living space. * Features before-and-after photos that inspire you to give your home's exterior a facelift * Covers amenities that make porches more attractive, like lighting and fans, kitchen areas, decorative ceiling and wall treatments, flooring options, and much more * Offers design construction topics, like using an architect, permit issues, adding entryways, and more Whether you're looking to upgrade an existing porch or build a new one from scratch, The Porch Book inspires and instructs you on everything you need to create a porch that invites you to slow down, sit back, take a big breath, and come together with family and friends. [192 Seiten, Softcover]

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Better Homes & Gardens Orchid Gardening

Better Homes & Gardens — 28 Nov 2011 08:17:47 +0100

A complete guide for planning, planting, and caring for orchids Better Homes and Gardens(r) Orchid Gardening makes it simple to grow and maintain gorgeous orchids year-in and year-out. Even if you've never grown an orchid, this straightforward and comprehensive guide for people of all gardening skill levels will show you how to get it right the first and every time. With colorful diagrams, helpful checklists that make shopping and planning a breeze, and easy-to-follow directions for all kinds of projects, it's the perfect guide to planning and maintaining your dream orchid collection. * Chapters include a primer on understanding orchids, a glossary of orchid terminology, tips for selecting the best varieties for your region and situation, inspirational design ideas, and plant pairings * Includes more than 525 gorgeous color photos throughout, including an orchid encyclopedia featuring more than 200 varieties of orchids * Features Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden tips and advice from the Better Homes and Gardens Garden Doctor throughout Perfect for orchid lovers of any skill level, Orchid Gardening is the comprehensive, easy-to-use guide to selecting and caring for orchids. [224 Seiten, Softcover]

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Better Homes & Gardens Water Gardening

Better Homes & Gardens — 28 Nov 2011 08:17:46 +0100

The complete guide to water gardens, from ponds and pools to streams, fountains, waterfalls, rain gardens, bog gardens, and more There's nothing more calming than a beautiful, tranquil water garden and now, it's easier than ever to plan and create your own water garden at home. Better Homes and Gardens(r) Water Gardening gives you dozens of projects, complete with handy shopping lists, plant-by-number plans, and easy-to-follow instructions to guide you from inspiration to completion. You'll find comprehensive chapters covering all the basics of water gardening, including tips on selecting materials, simple installation techniques, basic maintenance steps, and much more. * Includes more than 325 gorgeous color photos throughout, including step-by-step photos to guide you through the critical steps in projects * Includes helpful seasonal-care charts and an encyclopedic listing of water garden and companion plants to help you easily identify where they grow best and how to care for them * Features an entire chapter of plant-by-number water garden plans that are easy and simple to make, as well as tips from the Better Homes and Gardens Garden Doctor throughout With this comprehensive, easy-to-use guide, creating your own beautiful, soothing water garden at home has never been easier. [224 Seiten, Softcover]

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Better Homes & Gardens Herb Gardening

Better Homes & Gardens — 28 Nov 2011 08:17:45 +0100

Foolproof, step-by-step guide for starting your own fresh herb garden Nothing tastes better than foods made with fresh herbs from your own backyard. Now, in Better Homes and Gardens(r) Herb Gardening, you'll find simple, comprehensive guidance on planning, planting, creating, and caring for your own beautiful and delicious herb garden. With 35 projects, including handy shopping lists and simple instructions, this book will help you keep your garden growing for years to come! Whether you want to begin a large backyard garden or a small windowsill set-up, this book will guide you through all the critical steps with innovative ideas, simple plans and easy directions. * Features more than 575 gorgeous full-color photos, including step-by-step photos to guide you through important stages * Offers 35 recipes for specific uses for herbs, such as homemade teas, spreads, potpourris, sauces, dressings, seasonings, and more * Includes helpful seasonal-care charts and an encyclopedic listing of 145 herbs for easy identification and care * Features an entire chapter of plant-by-number plans that are easy and simple, as well as tips from the Better Homes and Gardens Garden Doctor throughout With this beautifully photographed and easy-to-use guide, filling your home with fresh, aromatic herbs is easier than ever! [224 Seiten, Softcover]

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Home Recording For Musician For Dummies

Strong, Jeff — 21 Nov 2011 08:19:00 +0100

Tune in to this fun and friendly guide and get great sounds! If you're ready to record your own musical masterpiece, then you need this fun and friendly guide. Updated to cover the latest technologies and recording techniques, this new edition shows you how to set up a home studio, record and edit your music, master it, and even distribute your songs. Experienced musician, recording engineer, teacher, and author Jeff Strong provides easy-to-understand explanations of figure out mic placement, adjusting compression, and recording a variety of instruments. With this guide, you'll learn how to compare studio-in-a-box, computer-based, and stand-alone recording systems and choose what you need. You'll gain the skills to manage your sound, take full advantage of MIDI, do overdubs and replace missed notes, understand the mastering process, and prepare your music for duplication. You'll also get up to speed on tools that let you record on the go or lay down tracks on a tablet computer. * Reviews the equipment you need to get started and have plug and record capability * Blends tried-and-true recording techniques used in studios with affordable options you can use at home * Presents recording advice for working with a mixer, connecting electronic instruments, and choosing the best microphones * Walks you through laying down tracks, working with multitrack recordings, capturing audio, and more * Features tips for editing tracks, mixing, mastering, and adding effects Whether you're a beginning musician or a pro, Home Recording For Musicians For Dummies teaches you home recording basics so you can begin recording music at home and create great sounds. [408 Seiten, Softcover]

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Audel Multi-Craft Industrial Reference

Davis, Thomas B. — 21 Nov 2011 08:18:23 +0100

An essential, pocket-sized manual for industrial craftspeople from a brand relied on for more than a century The Audel(TM) Industrial Trades Multi-Craft Reference Manual is aimed at the industrial mechanic, millwright, machinist, plumber, pipefitter, welder, carpenter, sheet metal mechanic, and other skilled craftspeople who need quick, no-nonsense access to dependable information--fast. Including up-to-date focus on green thinking and industrial sustainability, this handy, compact guide serves as an ideal on-the-job reference on topics such as pump facts, bearing information, motor facts, wood and carpentry, pipefitting, welding, blacksmithing, and much more. * New Audel book from bestselling author Tom Davis * Topics searchable by machine, device, or material * Heavily illustrated and designed with lay-flat binding for ease of use on the job * Includes worked-out examples when math is presented to accelerate learning Building on a rich legacy of titles from the celebrated Audel brand, this new addition to their esteemed lineup continues the tradition of delivering trusted content skilled workers reach for the most. [192 Seiten, Softcover]

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Music Theory For Dummies

Pilhofer, Michael / Day, Holly — 11 Nov 2011 08:17:44 +0100

Grasp the concepts needed to compose, deconstruct, and comprehend music Whether you're a student of music or a music lover, Music Theory For Dummies presents you with essential information on how to read, write, and understand music, as well as helpful hints on composing, arranging, and creating original melodies, harmonies, and chords. Music Theory For Dummies gives you a friendly, unintimidating overview of the material covered in a typical college-level course and makes music theory easy to understand. It includes updated information on current teaching techniques; the newest music examples and genres; information on mastering major and minor scales, using intervals, and recognizing pitches and clefs; the lowdown on rhythms, tempo, dynamics, and navigation; how to transcribe the music you hear and transposing it to other keys; harmonizing and accompanying melodies; composing and arranging for voices and instruments; performing your own music; and much more. * Audio CD includes musical excerpts played on a variety of instruments * Makes learning music theory as enjoyable as it is useful * Tracks to a typical college-level music theory course Don't get discouraged by the seemingly complicated written structure of musical theory. With Music Theory For Dummies, understanding music has never been easier! [336 Seiten, Softcover]

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Make and Takes for Kids

LeBaron, Marie — 11 Nov 2011 08:17:43 +0100

50 seasonal projects to make with kids Highlighting the best of each month of the year, Make and Takes for Kids offers 50 projects to make with kids, each centered around an upcoming holiday or season. The ideas are unique and simple to produce, and each project is thoughtfully constructed and designed to create an ideal environment and setting for crafting. Each craft requires little preparation, few supplies, and almost everything can be readily found at home or at a local craft supply store. Crafting isn't just playtime; there's a purpose to all the gluing, cutting, and coloring. Children are learning hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, problem solving, math, teamwork, and individual expression. They are exercising creativity and building their imaginations. Make and Takes for Kids highlights the learning objectives and skills that children will attain as they complete each craft. Parents learn the benefits of spending time to create and craft with their children, and see the growth and creativity that children can experience while crafting. * 50 projects to make crafts and food with kids, from a Marshmallow Graham Cracker Snowman and Flower Garden Cupcakes to an Egg Carton Octopus and Rainbow Ring Bottle Toss * Ten activities are included that can be crafted with recycled materials, making the crafts easy to produce as well as budget-friendly * Projects demonstrate that you don't have to buy expensive supplies or make elaborate activities to have fun crafting and creating If you're a mom, teacher, or caregiver looking to enhance the time and quality spent with young children, Make and Takes For Kids makes it easy to have fun crafting with kids. [144 Seiten, Softcover]

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Easy Greeting Cards

Better Homes & Gardens — 11 Nov 2011 08:17:22 +0100

More than 200 card projects for any occasion Greeting cards are a fast, fun, and inexpensive way to add handmade flair to any occasion. Here, you'll find projects to make more than 200 greeting cards and an additional 50+ paper projects like tags, boxes, giftwrap, and more. Numerous techniques are clearly explained and cover basics, traditional skills, and more involved techniques like paper engineered designs and recently popularized approaches like hand-cut, origami, lino-cut, kanzashi, screenprinted, and even letterpress designs. Gift giving is the number one reason that people craft, and what pairs better with a handmade gift than a handmade card? Whether you're a self-proclaimed King or Queen Card Maker or are just looking for a way to use up leftover supplies from another craft project, Easy Greeting Cards gets you on your way to making creative, inspired, and easy greeting cards. * More than 200 greeting cards for every occasion and 50+ additional paper projects * The cards feature a variety of popular and creative techniques * Beautiful full-color photographs of every project offer ideas and inspiration Covering a wide array of holidays, milestones, and sentiments, Easy Greeting Cards makes it easier than ever to make the act of gift giving even more special. [192 Seiten, Softcover]

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Das Little Black Book vom Whisky

Gänsmantel, Arno — 10 Nov 2011 08:19:01 +0100

Das LBB vom Whisky zeigt, dass es zu Whisky weit mehr zu sagen gibt, als dass es sich um eine aus Getreide durch alkoholische Gärung und Destillation gewonnene Spirituose handelt. Der Autor schreibt z. B. über die Herstellung des edlen Getränks und die verschiedenen Sorten. [144 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Das Little Black Book Knigge

Lüdemann, Carolin — 10 Nov 2011 08:19:00 +0100

Carolin Lüdemann - Mitglied des Deutschen Knigge-Rats und gefragte Knigge-Expertin, mit zahlreichen Auftritten in Funk und Fernsehen - beschreibt im Little Black Book vom Knigge humorvoll sowohl Knigge-Klassiker als auch knifflige Knigge-Fragen. [158 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Organic Gardening for Dummies, UK Edition

Fisher, Sue — 7 Nov 2011 08:18:10 +0100

Reduce a garden's impact on both the environment and the wallet Organic Gardening For Dummies shows readers the way to ensure a healthy harvest from an environmentally friendly garden. It covers information on the newest and safest natural fertilizers and pest control methods, composting, cultivation without chemicals, and how to battle plant diseases. It also has information on updated equipment and resources. It helps the reader to plant organically year-round, using herbs, fruits, vegetables, lawn care, trees and shrubs, and flowers. Organic Gardening For Dummies show readers how to: * Plan out the perfect organic garden * Protect wildlife and help pollinators in a garden * Grow a range of organic vegetables, fruits and flowers * Manage pests in an eco-friendly way [356 Seiten, Softcover]

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Knitting Stitches VISUAL Encyclopedia

Turner, Sharon — 31 Oct 2011 08:19:04 +0100

A stitch pattern dictionary is a must-have for every knitter's bookshelf. A collection of stitch combinations--everything from basic knit-and-purl stitches to more complex cables, lace, and colorwork--enables knitters to create their own designs or modify existing patterns with ease. The content is timeless (unlike a book that contains patterns for garments), so this hardcover book will have a long shelf life and will have the potential to be a solid backlist performer for years to come. [256 Seiten, Hardcover]

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The Ultimate Casseroles Book

Better Homes & Gardens — 31 Oct 2011 08:19:02 +0100

You'll never run out of easy family-pleasing meal ideas with this massive collection of one-dish recipes New in the Ultimate series, The Ultimate Casseroles Book offers hundreds of ideas that make dinner a breeze with one-dish recipes that take the hard work out of prep-time and clean-up. These recipes suit every occasion with old-fashioned comfort foods like macaroni and cheese and modern fare like Baked Risotto with Sausage and Artichokes, from a quick weeknight spaghetti bake to a fancy egg strata for brunch. Packed with more than 400 hearty one-dish meals and more than 300 beautiful full-color photos, The Ultimate Casseroles Book is a great resource at a great price. * The book features more than 400 recipes, including comfort food favorites, classic casseroles, and modern dishes fit for family meals or group gatherings * 300 gorgeous photos and an inviting design make every page inspiring and easy to follow * Special features include a guide to bakeware, a Casserole Master Plan chart for planning menus, a bonus chapter on transforming yesterday's leftovers into tonight's casserole, and much more Whether you're looking for a quick and easy way to get dinner on the table or want to enjoy home-cooked casseroles even better than what mom used to make, this is the ultimate guide to casseroles of every kind. [480 Seiten, Softcover]

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Diabetic Living Diabetes What to Eat

Better Homes & Gardens — 31 Oct 2011 08:19:01 +0100

The essential cookbook and everyday guide on what to eat when you have diabetes Diabetic Living(r) magazine's trustworthy resource for anyone living with diabetes gives over 200 recipes and essential advice on what to eat in order to control blood sugar, feel better, and enjoy delicious meals every day. Enjoy carb-smart recipes like Beef Fajitas, Panko-Crusted Chicken, Speedy Pizza Bites, and Layered Brownies. In addition, you'll find the information every newly diagnosed individual needs to know to eat right--from how to shop for groceries and read food labels to counting carbs--all clearly explained in the magazine's friendly, approachable style. Features include: * Chapters covering breakfast, salads, soups, sandwiches, main dishes and slow-cooker suppers, desserts, snacks, and drinks * More than 200 beautiful full-color photographs * A complete intro chapter on controlling blood sugar, counting carbs, navigating the grocery store, stocking your pantry, and more * Full nutrition information and highlighted carb counts provided for every recipe [336 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Crochet Stitches VISUAL Encyclopedia

Chachula, Robyn — 26 Oct 2011 08:18:22 +0200

Visual instruction for 350 crochet stitch patterns This visual encyclopedia features instruction for 350 crochet stitch patterns, from basic stitches to crocheting cables, lace and openwork, textured stitches, mesh and filet crochet, fans and shells, clusters, puffs, bobbles, spike stitches, colorwork, and more, each accompanied by a full-color photograph and a diagram. Every crocheter needs a book like this on her shelf--the content is timeless and it will have a place next to your crochet needles for many years to come. Crochet Stitches VISUAL Encyclopedia gives you quick visual access to a comprehensive collection of stitch combinations that enables you to create your own designs or modify existing patterns with ease. * A detailed color photograph accompanies each stitch * Hardcover packaging and elegant matte finish make the book durable for a lifetime of use * Sidebars and additional visuals guide you through tricky parts of various stitch patterns Whether you're a beginner or advanced crocheter, Crochet Stitches VISUAL Encyclopedia is the only technique book you'll ever need. [288 Seiten, Hardcover]

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The Good Cookie

Boyle, Tish — 26 Oct 2011 08:18:20 +0200

A delicious collection of cookie recipes of all kinds--now in paperback Here's the book that no self-respecting cookie lover can resist. The Good Cookie shares a fresh and tantalizing selection of more than 250 recipes from around the globe--complete with expert instructions on how to bake them. From rugged Cranberry Orange Nut Bars and irresistible Bittersweet Chocolate Biscotti to sophisticated Chocolate-Filled Almond Hearts, you'll find recipes of every type and stripe. The book features basic drop cookies, beautiful hand-formed cookies, delectable sandwich cookies, complex decorator cookies, and more. Plus, there's plenty of interesting and fun information on the cookie's history, technique, ingredients, and other tidbits of information. * Combines a treasure-trove of classic and contemporary cookie recipes with expert baking advice in one handy volume * Written by the food editor and test kitchen director of Chocolatier and Pastry Art & Design magazines * Offers definitive advice on freezing, storing, packaging, and shipping cookies For home bakers who love to bake cookies, whether they're novice bakers or experienced kitchen hands, The Good Cookie is an irresistibly delicious resource. [400 Seiten, Softcover]

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Canning and Preserving All-in-One For Dummies

Consumer Dummies — 26 Oct 2011 08:18:19 +0200

Everything you need to can, preserve, and put up your own food Amid an increasing focus on locally sourced whole foods, preserving, rather than preservatives, is enjoying a comeback. With 300 delicious recipes, Canning and Preserving All-In-One For Dummies gives you a single, comprehensive resource on all aspects of putting up your own food; the equipment and ingredients you'll need; and the different techniques such as smoking, drying, curing, pickling, juicing, and root cellaring that you'll explore. Canning and Preserving All-in-One For Dummies is a perfect guide for home cooks looking to learn how to can and preserve their own food, covering preparation times, cooking times, processing times, and the yield you should expect from your efforts, as well as the newest equipment needed to create and store your own healthy foods. * Features 300 recipes * Covers canning fruits, vegetables, meats, and seafood * Includes jams, jellies, butters, condiments, relishes, salsas, and chutneys * Provides information on all types of food storage, including pickling, curing, juicing, and root cellars Whether you're new to canning and preserving or are just looking to expand your repertoire with the great new recipes contained in this book, Canning and Preserving All-in-One For Dummies gives you everything you need to save money and live healthier. [696 Seiten, Softcover]

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The Culinarian

Kipfer, Barbara Ann — 26 Oct 2011 08:18:18 +0200

A culinary reference packed with thousands of straightforward definitions and fun tips and trivia Perfect for cooks, food lovers, and even trivia buffs, The Culinarian is a wide-ranging kitchen reference that no cupboard should be without. With plain-English definitions of everything from Absinthe to Zucchini, it includes fascinating culinary history, etymologies, and tips on selecting, storing, and using virtually every ingredient and piece of kitchen equipment imaginable. In addition to vital information like unit conversions and yields and equivalents, the book also includes cooking tips, lists, and trivia, from the heavily practical, such as common meat cuts and labeling terms, to the just plain entertaining, like lists of aphrodisiac foods and fun food cliches. * Holds the answers to thousands of culinary questions, from how to choose a ripe mango or scale a fish to how they get the cream center inside a chocolate candy * Includes descriptions and definitions of nearly 3,500 food terms, from ingredients and equipment to culinary techniques * Compiled by expert researcher, lexicographer, and food lover Barbara Ann Kipfer * Helpful cooking tips and sidebars on cooking quick meals, as well as shopping, storing, prepping, and garnishing If you've ever wondered how to trim an artichoke or what the difference between a sweet potato and a yam is, The Culinarian has all the answers you need. [640 Seiten, Softcover]

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Beekeeping For Dummies

Wiscombe, David — 24 Oct 2011 08:18:12 +0200

The fast and easy way to start and maintain a hive Beekeeping For Dummies is a practical, step-by-step beginner's guide to beekeeping. It gives you plain-English guidance on everything you need to know to start your own beehive, from buying the right equipment, sourcing bees, and locating your hive to maintaining a healthy colony and harvesting honey. Plus, you'll get the latest information on the causes and effects of bee disease, colony collapse disorder, and the impact the sudden disappearance of the honeybee has on our environment and economy. Here, you'll get trusted information on beekeeping in the UK, specifically written to address climate, buying equipment, locating hives, the local impact of colony collapse disorder and ways to avoid or minimise the risk to your hive, seasonal beekeeping tasks, local beekeeping associations, and updated content on urban beekeeping. * Understand the anatomy of your bees * Learn techniques and tips for harvesting, bottling, packaging, and selling honey * Discover the benefits of beekeeping * Learn techniques on obtaining and hiving your bees If you're a beginner beekeeper, taking a beekeeping course, or just have an interest in the plight of the honeybee, Beekeeping For Dummies has you covered! [330 Seiten, Softcover]

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Basketball For Dummies

Phelps, Richard 'Digger' / Bourret, Tim / Walters, John — 17 Oct 2011 08:18:53 +0200

The easy way to get the ins, outs, and intrigue on this beloved sport The National Basketball Association (NBA), with 30 teams and an average attendance of more than 17,000 spectators per game, is the richest and most popular basketball league -- and arguably the most viewed American sport -- in the world. This new edition of Basketball For Dummies not only covers the rules and regulations of the NBA, but offers coverage on the WNBA, NCAA, and international basketball leagues. Basketball For Dummies is a valuable resource to the many fans of this beloved sport, covering everything from players and personalities in the game to rules, regulations, and equipment. Completely updated with information and intrigue that's occurred in the sport since publication of the previous edition, Basketball For Dummies gets you up to speed on everything from NCAA Tournament brackets to college players en route to the NBA. * Coverage of the rules and regulations of the NBA * Interesting topics like LeBron the Phenom, ESPN'S influence on the NBA, and the UCONN women's basketball dynasty * Digger's take on John Wooden Whether you're a basketball player or a courtside spectator, Basketball For Dummies is a slam-dunk of information and intrigue for anyone who loves the sport. [432 Seiten, Softcover]

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Chess For Dummies

Eade, James — 17 Oct 2011 08:18:48 +0200

For all levels of chess players, Chess For Dummies, 3rd Edition, brings readers an updated guide to the wide world of chess. Offering easily-understood explanations of the game and its components, this book is a must have for those developing an interest or looking for an extra edge in chess. Chess For Dummies, 3rd Edition: * Offers easily-understood explanations of the game and its components * Provides introductory chapters and then introduces readers to different perspectives on chess from strategy and etiquette, to winning defensive and offensive secrets * Contains approximately 25% new material, including updated chapters on computer chess games, playing chess online, new tournament rules and much more [384 Seiten, Softcover]

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1,000 Diabetes Recipes

Mills, Jackie — 17 Oct 2011 08:17:37 +0200

A giant new diabetes cookbook from the award-winning 1,000 Recipes series This massive cookbook is packed with tasty, diabetic-friendly recipes the whole family will love. Recipes cover ever meal of the day and offer enough variety to satisfy any craving--from sausage pizza to strawberry pie. It's loaded with nutrition information, menu-planning advice, cooking tips, carb exchanges, and virtually everything else you need to cook and eat right for diabetes. 1,000 Diabetes Recipes covers everything from light snacks and sandwiches to hearty main dishes and delectable desserts. It offers classic comfort foods updated for diabetics, such as lasagna and pot roast, as well as thrilling contemporary flavors like Watermelon Salad, Vietnamese Tuna, and Grilled Chicken Breasts with Coconut-Cilantro Chutney. * Written by Jackie Mills, author of The Big Book of Diabetic Desserts and a food writer, registered dietitian, and a recipe developer for national magazines such as Cooking Light and Family Circle * The book features sections on vegetarian main dishes, desserts, breakfast and brunch, pizzas and sandwiches, and more * Includes shopping, cooking, and meal planning advice Whether you have diabetes or cook for a loved one who does, 1,000 Diabetes Recipes is the ultimate resource for tasty, diabetic-friendly meals. [656 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Socken stricken für Dummies

Daniels, Petra — 17 Oct 2011 08:17:27 +0200

Sie wünschen sich eine einfache und ausführliche Einführung in die Technik des Socken Strickens? Mit den Schritt-für-Schritt-Erläuterungen von Petra Daniels lernen Sie im Nu, schöne Socken, Hausschuhe und Geschenke im Sockenformat zu stricken. [144 Seiten, Softcover]

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Kunst für Dummies

Hoving, Thomas — 17 Oct 2011 08:17:24 +0200

Lassen Sie sich vom früheren Direktor des Metropolitan Museum of Art durch die Jahrhunderte der Kunstgeschichte führen: von den ersten Höhlenzeichnungen über die alten Griechen, die Rennaissance und das Barock bis ins 20. Jahrhundert und die zeitgenössische Kunst. [352 Seiten, Softcover]

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DSLR Einstellungen für Dummies

Sahlin, Doug — 17 Oct 2011 08:17:21 +0200

Sie haben eine Digitale Spiegelreflexkamera und wissen nicht, wie Sie die vielen verschiedenen Einstellungsmöglichkeiten anwenden können? In diesem Buch lernen Sie die richtigen Kamera-Einstellungen für die 100 interessantesten Motive kennen und anwenden. [416 Seiten, Softcover]

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Die Geschichte bei Tim & Struppi

Körber, Joachim — 17 Oct 2011 08:17:16 +0200

Alles über Tim & Struppi, ihre Abenteuer und ihre Geschichte pünktlich zum Filmstart des ersten Tim & Struppi-Abenteuers in neuer 3-D-Technik. [191 Seiten, Flexicover]

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Betty Crocker Living with Cancer Cookbook

Betty Crocker / Ghosh, Kris / Carson, Linda — 10 Oct 2011 08:18:17 +0200

An inspiring special edition published in partnership with Pink Together General Mills's Pink Together initiative is a supportive online community that links 500,000 cancer survivors and their supporters, letting them share photos, personal stories, and recipes. Now, in partnership with Pink Together, this new edition of the Living with Cancer Cookbook has been updated and revised to include the inspirational stories of Pink Together community members. Like the first edition, this special edition includes 130 recipes that are specially designed for those undergoing cancer treatments and the loved ones who care for them. * Bonus 32-page section on the Pink Together initiative, an online community to support women with breast cancer * Features all-new photographs and uplifting quotes, anecdotes, and practical tips from cancer survivors * Recipes flagged to show which ones can help mitigate the common side effects of cancer treatment * Includes a simple, 7-day menu plan that is perfect for anyone currently undergoing treatment, based on six small meals and snacks spread throughout the day * Foreword by Nancy G. Brinker, the founder of Susan G. Komen for the Cure(r), the global leader of the breast cancer support movement Nutrition is a critical factor in the fight against cancer. The Living with Cancer Pink Together Cookbook combines the nutritious recipes and health information that patients need with personal stories of survival that can inspire them to keep fighting and winning. [288 Seiten, Softcover]

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Better Homes & Gardens Very Merry Cookies

Better Homes & Gardens — 10 Oct 2011 08:18:05 +0200

A cookie collection packed with holiday cheer! Offering more than 200 irresistible recipes for every flavor, from simple drop cookies to bars, brownies, and more, Very Merry Cookies is the perfect cookie compendium for baking enthusiasts and novices alike. Filled with hardworking essentials, like Make Ahead and storage directions for every recipe, this festive collection delivers tasty tidbits on decorating and homemade gifts. * With more than 200 recipes and 140 beautiful full-color photos, this book offers excellent value * Tip boxes throughout the book provide simple ideas for baking perfect cookies every time * Santa's Little Helper icons designate recipes that kids can help make * Chapters are organized by flavor, with ideas to satisfy every palate, from coconut creations and ooey, gooey caramel treats to rich dark chocolate sensations * The book covers the entire range of holiday cookies, including decorated cookies, drop cookies, slice and bakes, shaped cookies, cut-outs, sandwich cookies, and even tiny tarts [256 Seiten, Softcover]

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Appetizers For Dummies

Wilson, Dede — 10 Oct 2011 08:17:34 +0200

First impressions count, and nothing makes a better first impression on dinner guests than those delectable little nibbles that you set out before the main course. And you don't have to limit yourself to serving appetizers at the beginning of a meal. Appetizers are first and foremost about entertaining. They set the tone and the mood of an occasion, whether it's a formal dinner, an intimate get-together, or a big birthday bash. And, best of all, the cooking times are short, the ingredients are simple to find (mostly), and it's easy to make a few different recipes at the same time so you can impress your guests with a festive assortment. In Appetizers For Dummies, celebrity chef, Dede Wilson shows you how to make foolproof recipes for 75 mouthwatering, bite-sized wonders--ranging from an Italian-inspired antipasto to a classic shrimp cocktail. Step-by-step, she fills you in on everything you need to know to: * Impress your guests with delicious finger food and first courses * Whip up everything from the classics to original, exotic, and offbeat appetizers * Plan parties with theme menus that will get rave reviews from your guests * Experiment with flavors and international cuisines Whether you're looking for general ideas about designing appetizer menus or helpful lists of conventional ingredients, it's all here. Among other things, you'll discover: * Helpful lists of pantry ingredients and how to use them to make appetizers almost instantly * Ready-to-go menus for all occasions * Recipes for munchies that can be eaten by the handful, as well as recipes for traditional favorites like deviled eggs and crab cakes * How to expand your culinary horizons with tea sandwiches, quesadillas, puff pastries, tartlets, muffins, biscuits, and dozens of ethnic recipes * Plated recipes for formal occasions, including artichokes with vinaigrette, smoked salmon, caviar, foie gras, and more Whether you're new to the world of appetizers or you've been delighting guests with your famous finger foods and hors d'oeuvres for years, Appetizers For Dummies is the ultimate guide to spicing up any gathering with delicious mini culinary creations. [264 Seiten, Softcover]

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