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In a groundbreaking project turned into a national touring exhibition, endangered-language speaker, poet, and photojournalist B. A. Van Sise worked with endangered language speakers, learners, and revitalizers across three years and an entire continent to showcase some of the natural beauties of their languages and lands, highlighting, in particular, American diversity and its many Indigenous communities. Augmented by nine contributors from diverse cultural groups, On the National Language is a journey into both the challenges and opportunities faced by revitalization efforts, as well as a testament to the beauty and poetry of these many languages themselves.

The complete history of the Curtiss Aerocar, a groundbreaking travel trailer that blended the genius of Glenn H. Curtiss with the principles of aircraft design. Curtiss was a passionate engineering and aviation pioneer who is considered one of the leading engineering minds of the 20th century. His work on motorcycles, balloons, airplanes, and of course, the Aerocar set engineering standards for decades to come. Curtiss originally conceived the Aerocar purely for his own use and was at first reluctant to make it available to the public. But eventually, Curtiss used his engineering creativity to put the Aerocar into production, and it evolved from a personal passion project to a commercial sensation that endured long after Curtiss's time. In these pages, readers will - discover how the Aerocar pioneered safe and comfortable long-distance road travel by integrating aircraft design principles; - learn how Glenn Curtiss's obsession with safety led to many innovative engineering and safety features like the Aero Coupler, the first fifth-wheel hitch to be used in a production recreational vehicle and one of the safest trailer hitches of any period; and - uncover a treasure trove of previously unpublished images from the Curtiss family archives. Written by noted RV historian Andrew Woodmansey in partnership with the Glenn H. Curtiss Museum of Hammondsport, New York, this comprehensive volume covers both the highly successful commercial versions of the Aerocar and the lavish coach-built luxury variants. It's a must-have for enthusiasts of design, recreational vehicles, travel, and transportation history.

The Maine Coast presents 80 black-and-white photographs of rugged beauty and coastal havens through the lens of renowned photographer Michael Kahn. Key Features: Seascape Masterpieces: Kahn's stunning seascapes are expertly captured with a 1950s camera, showcasing the wild elegance of the Maine coast. Sailing Scenes: The photographs express the allure of pristine beaches, lighthouses, and classic boats, reflecting Kahn's 50 years of exploration, sailing, and living along the Maine coast. Literary Echoes: In a synergy of visuals and words, the collection is complemented by quotes from esteemed writers like E. B. White, Edna St. Vincent Millay, Henry David Thoreau, and Rachel Carson. Handcrafted Artistry: Discover the meticulous artistry of Kahn's traditional black-and-white film technique, producing luminous silver gelatin prints, each signed, numbered, and finished to museum standards. Unique Perspective: Offers a unique perspective on the Maine coast, shaped by Kahn's deep connection to the land and sea, providing more than just photographs but a visual symphony of a cherished landscapes. Readers will embark on a visual journey that transcends time and space, celebrating the enigmatic allure of the Maine coast in every frame.

Glenn H. Curtiss is one of the most important pioneers of aviation and is considered one of the greatest engineering minds of the early 20th century. Curtiss was the chief rival of the Wright brothers in the very early days of flight. He was much more than a pilot and aircraft designer, however. The Hammondsport, New York, native's first experience with speed and engineering was with bicycles and, very shortly afterward, with motorcycles. From 1902 to 1912, Curtiss and his team built, sold, and raced engines and complete motorbikes out of their shop in Hammondsport. In 1907, Glenn himself set a world land speed record of 136 mph on board his extreme V8-powered bike. He was labeled the fastest man on Earth until 1911 and the fastest man on a motorcycle until 1930! This is the complete history of the motorcycles produced by the Curtiss company from 1902 to 1912, authored by Richard Leisenring Jr., the curator emeritus of the Glenn H. Curtiss Museum in Hammondsport. In these pages, readers will learn - the history of all the motorcycles engineered and built by Glenn Curtiss--including the Hercules, Erie, Marvel, and Curtiss models--and why they are still collectible and sought after today; - how Glenn Curtiss went from building motorcycles in his home shop to an engineering and aviation icon; and - how Curtiss's work with motorcycles served as a gateway to his later engineering work on balloons, travel and commercial trailers, airplanes, and other projects. Included are more than 100 photos, most of which are rarely seen vintage photos from the archives of the Curtiss Museum. Explore the early years, engineering beginnings, and motorcycles of Glenn H. Curtiss--a true engineering genius.

This photo-heavy guidebook invites readers to an unparalleled hut holiday. These huts are small Alpine hotels or bed and breakfasts that offer food and accommodations to travelers, hikers, and mountaineers. The book unveils 52 captivating Alpine retreats across France Switzerland Italy Germany Liechtenstein Austria Slovenia Readers can embark on a seamless journey as one explores the unique charm of each hut. This guidebook is one's passport to the art of hassle-free mountain hospitality, providing essential travel tips, hiking suggestions in the immediate surroundings, and enthralling local stories woven throughout the text. Whether one seeks breathtaking landscapes or serene escapes, each hut offers a distinctive experience. Discover the joy of rustic elegance, Alpine architecture, and the warm embrace of mountain culture. This guide can inspire one's next adventure, where every hut stay becomes a story worth sharing amid the majestic Alps.

This meticulously crafted guide delves into the rich history of incense burning, offering profound insights into the art of using herbs, resins, and woods to find inner peace and establish a profound connection with nature. Key Features: Holistic Approach: Immerse yourself in the holistic approach to incense, fostering a deep connection with nature amid the hustle and bustle of today's fast-paced world. Diverse Ingredients: Explore a diverse array of incense ingredients, ranging from aromatic herbs to rich resins and grounding woods, with an emphasis on sustainable and ethical consumption. Responsible Harvesting: Learn responsible gathering practices, including the 1:10 collection rule, ensuring sustainable harvesting and considerations for the protection of endangered herbs. Practical Techniques: Gain practical insights into the delicate art of drying and preserving herbs, resins, and woods, ensuring optimal quality for the preparation of exquisite incense blends. Transformative Power: Understand the transformative potential of incense, delving into its sensory journey that transcends time and tradition, offering a powerful and uplifting experience. Unveil the secrets of incense preparation, blending ancient wisdom with modern relevance. Essence and Ember serves as the reader's guide on a transformative journey, deepening one's connection with the fragrant treasures of nature and unlocking the full sensory experience of incense.

Fans of the theatre will be thrilled to discover the original posters for hundreds of Broadway's biggest and most beloved hits, including My Fair Lady, The Fantasticks, Hello, Dolly!, Fiddler on the Roof, Death of a Salesman, A Raisin in the Sun, and A Streetcar Named Desire--plus rare and striking designs that tried in vain to sell some of the era's epic flops. In addition to being an important resource, this book is a fun read thanks to the inclusion of previously untold stories of the men and women behind the shows and the art. Featuring - a treasure trove of masterpieces by the theatreʼs best illustrators, designers, photographers, and graphic artists, including Charles Addams, Peter Arno, Saul Bass, Eileen Darby, Whitney Darrow Jr., Hap Hadley, Al Hirschfeld, and David Klein; - never-before-seen artist progressions from conception to completion, as well as alternate and rejected designs; - facts and legends about the productions; - a look at how the posters were used around the city; - rare images--many one of a kind--sourced from private collections, archives, and libraries nationwide; and - an index of artists and shows. The deepest dive ever into this colorful corner of American show business, this opus boasts an appeal that goes far beyond just poster fans. Broadway Poster Art: 1945-1969 is a must-have for anyone with a love of the performing arts, graphic design, entertainment history, and Broadway's golden age.

The first volume of a two-volume set details the histories of 35 summertime excursion steamboats in the New York Harbor and Hudson River in the 19th century During the golden age of steamboating, summer life in New York City meant climbing aboard a grand steamer for a daytime excursion. Drawing on a lifetime of investigation by author Richard V. Elliott with assistance from other prominent maritime historians, this meticulously researched maritime history features - steamboat profiles that include physical descriptions, a rundown of routes and destinations, and tales of mishaps; - histories of well-known vessels, including the beloved Mary Powell and the doomed General Slocum; - spotlights on many lesser-known excursion steamboats that are described in detail here for the first time; - rare historical images and paintings by noted maritime artist William G. Muller; - explorations of Coney Island, Playland, and the beach resorts, picnic groves, and other recreation destinations where the vessels delivered millions of passengers; and - a look at the vessels' key role in water parades and other major celebrations in New York Harbor. Embark on a nostalgic journey into New York's maritime past with this look at the excursion steamboats that captured the hearts of generations of New Yorkers and visitors. Full steam ahead!

The second book of a two-volume set details the histories of 28 excursion steamboats in the New York Harbor and Hudson River in the 20th century During the golden age of steamboating, summer life in New York City meant climbing aboard a grand steamer for a daytime excursion. Drawing on a lifetime of investigation by author Richard V. Elliott with assistance from other prominent maritime historians, this meticulously researched maritime history features - steamboat profiles that include physical descriptions, a rundown of routes and destinations, and tales of mishaps; - histories of passenger steamers spanning from 1901's Thomas Patten through the region's last paddlewheeler, the Alexander Hamilton, as well as a few diesel-powered vessels that closed out the excursion era in the late 1980s; - spotlights on well-known vessels as well as many lesser-known excursion steamboats that are described in detail here for the first time; - rare historical images and paintings by noted maritime artist William G. Muller; - explorations of Coney Island, Playland, and the beach resorts, picnic groves, and other recreation destinations where the vessels delivered millions of passengers; and - a look at the vessels' key role in water parades and other major celebrations in New York Harbor. Embark on a nostalgic journey into New York's maritime past with this look at the excursion steamboats that captured the hearts of generations of New Yorkers and visitors. Full steam ahead!

ADUs offer homeowners opportunities to host family and friends, add studio or office space, or generate passive income through a long-term rental on their existing property. Combine these practical benefits with broad and preferential rezoning in many municipalities throughout the US, and ADUs are one of the biggest developments in housing. Written by award-winning architecture and design writer Lydia Lee, this thoughtful exploration of ADUs answers many of the questions that arise when thinking about investing in an ADU. From design strategies and challenges to understanding zoning regulations to financing and material selection, this title covers the need-to-know basics on ADUs in addition to presenting expert advice from architects, builders, and homeowners. Accompanying this information are extensive looks at 15 carefully designed ADUs from the US and Canada, complete with showstopping photos, floor plans, and informative text boxes. Readers will learn unique perspectives from each project, including green building solutions, practical architectural solutions to optimize limited space, and the pitfalls homeowners encountered and resolved. Content includes - insights shared by architects and ADU owners from 15 projects in the US and Canada; - floor plans and high-end interior and exterior project photography; - discussion of prefabricated materials, green building, and storage solutions; and - a primer on zoning, financing, building, and more. With so many possibilities and opportunities for ADUs, this book is ideal for homeowners, architects, interior designers, builders, and developers.

A loving ode to films with post-apocalyptic themes, this updated edition now features more than 1,200 movie reviews, plus more than 600 images and dozens of interviews with filmmakers and actors. From asteroids to zombies, the film and television industry has dreamed up seemingly infinite ways to end the world. Fortunately, in this definitive guide to all things apocalypse (on film), entertainment journalist david j. moore helps you navigate the abundance of post-apocalyptic films to separate the brilliant from the toxic. Special features include - coverage of the iconic films that launched the genre (the likes of The Road Warrior, Escape from New York, and The Terminator) as well as newer smash hits (including The Hunger Games, Mad Max: Fury Road, and The Walking Dead), while devoting equal time and attention to the genre's smallest, most-obscure films; - exclusive interviews with filmmakers and actors; - a five-level rating system and a vast subgenre index to guide your post-apocalyptic binge watching; and - loads of additional content for the Restocked and Reloaded 2nd Edition, including more than 500 new reviews, more than 200 additional images, and two dozen additional interviews. Whether you're new to the genre or a battle-hardened wasteland warrior, this gargantuan compendium will ensure that you're ready to survive the apocalypse--or at least your next movie night.

Heroines of Horticulture is a celebration and a salute to 100 brave, determined, creative women who shaped North America’s heritage and its landscape. They needed courage and determination and there are tales of invention, creativity, dogged research, innovation, perspiration and inspiration which helped to shape North America. The range of their accomplishments is vast, the variety of their talents is amazing and the legacy they have left is enduring. In addition to being of interest to gardeners, this book is an insight into the history of the emerging, developing nations of the USA and Canada and also a celebration of how women met and overcame obstacles to achieve equality with men. We all owe them a great deal, but many of the women featured are little known and hardly recognised, which makes this book an overdue opportunity to acknowledge their work and celebrate their achievements.

Max hates his picture books and he’s throwing them all away. But he soon learns just how invaluable imagination is and has a change of heart. Find out why in this outrageous book that both pokes fun at and celebrates many of the classics of children’s literature. Join writer and illustrator Timothy Young for this irreverent and humorous story.

A book that delves deeply into the the art of Lenormand reading to unlock the full potential of using the cards

Learn rituals and hands-on techniques to heal our damaged world

Experience the wisdom and counsel that the flowers offer in this inspiring oracle.

Discover a completely new way of divining with Tarot that's connected to the past but points to the future!

A manual for understanding the soul and its purpose to assist the reader in true self-actualization in this lifetime

A deck that expands the consciousness to reveal the sacred nature of all things and awakens the primordial power within

Use the power of numerology to transform your relationships!

The Tarot images of Pamela Colman Smith come alive through insightful interpretation to transform how the cards can be read.

Upcycle newspapers, advertising flyers, brochures, and other waste paper into decorative and functional baskets, cushions, organizers, and more.

Explore a beautiful world with intricate coloring patterns, relaxing coloring mazes, and inspirational journal prompts--all in one book!

This illustrated guide celebrates the American motion picture's first and most enduringly popular genre.

An early chapter book that features the true story of the Old Wye Mill in Maryland, as told by a mouse who travels through time to different periods of US history

A new illustrated history of the first commercial jet airliner

A highly readable history of the great maritime patrol aircraft of the world, accompanied by original artwork throughout

An up-to-date pictorial guide to the most deadly production fighter aircraft in the world

A detailed, illustrated guide to the Czech vz. 50 police pistol and the modernized vz. 70 version.

An exhaustive illustrated history of a bomb squadron in the Chinese-American Composite Wing during WWII