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Dog Training Handbook: A 10-Week Training Course
Stella Smyth , and
Sally Bergh-Roose
Manufacturer: Sterling
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ASIN: 1402701977 |
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So--you tell your puppy to "Stay!" and instead he comes running. Though you firmly say "No barking," the words fall on deaf ears. At the table, doggie's a menace, and your shoes are all chewed up. You need help...and so does your dog. In just 10 weeks, you can have an animal that you know will behave. Based on the authors' time-tested course, these lessons build dog and owner confidence and take you through all aspects of training. Every command and move is simply explained and illustrated with photographs, and useful checklists help you keep track of pup's progress. It doesn't matter what your pet's age, and there's essential information on the differences between large and small breeds. These classes will work, because they're based on kindness and emphasize praise and reward. By the time you're through, your dog won't be pulling on the leash--he'll be heeling nicely!
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Standard catalog of firearms: From the publishers of Gun lists (Standard Catalog of Firearms)
Ned Schwing , and
Howard Madaus
Manufacturer: Krause Publications
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Binding: Paperback
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- 2000 Standard Catalog of Firearms
- A very nearly complete listing of guns and accurate prices.
- Sometimes, bigger is not always better...
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Standard Catalog of Firearms: From the Publishers of Gun List (7th ed)
Manufacturer: Krause Pubns Inc
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Binding: Paperback
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ASIN: 0873414802 |
Book Description
The book that sets the industry standard for pricing collectible firearms celebrates its first decade with the biggest and best volume yet. Now packed with more than 80,000 real-world prices and over 5,000 photos, the Standard Catalog of Firearms is a must-have resource for every gun collector, establishing with authority the right price to pay for 12,000 different models.
This years 10th Anniversary Edition boasts two first-time special features: A full-color gallery of some of the worlds most rare and beautiful firearms; and an insightful look at the firearms industry over the last 10 years. In addition, several sections have been updated and expanded, including High Standard, Webley autos, World War II rifles and pistols and Class III weapons.
-10 years as the most-trusted resource for collectors and shooters. -More than 80,000 prices, reviewed and updated annually. -Bonus full-color photo section.
Customer Reviews:
2000 Standard Catalog of Firearms.......2000-04-03
This handy reference should be part of every firearm collectors library. Anyone interested in firearms should have a copy of this book. Included is Colt's Manufacturing Companys discontinued model alerts, changes by UPS and other common carrier in shipping, a list of the firearms included in Clinton's ban on "assault style" firearms, an article on the firearms world in review for 1999, arrticle on selected class three firearms, explanation of the grading system..
Some of the firearm manufacturers listed are American Derringer Corp., American Frontier Firearms, Auto Ordnance Corp., Ballard Patent Arms, Bretta, Browning Arms Co., and many others too numerous to list in complete detail.
A bkack & white photo accompanies many of the descriptions to make identication easy. Every fireams is listed with the estimated retail value depending upon condition. Background information is listed when available as to when a model was introduced as well as when it was discontinued. Detailed information is given such as to the style of pistol grips, type & length of barrel, type of ammunition, and type of stock. There are new sections on Webley autos, Seville and El Dorado revolvers. Firearms covered are from 1838 to 1999. One of the most comphrensive books available on the market today.
A very nearly complete listing of guns and accurate prices........1999-04-07
This book has a great many listings and while a very thick book it is not very wordy. Only the bare facts are presented, enough to identify the the gun and then the prices that are based on the "Gun List" publication. I have found the prices to be on the high side when compared to local (Indiana) gun show prices. This is to be expected since the price is based on national buyer exposure. It is still just a guide and a good one, I would have given it five stars, but for the fact that it lacked some details in the description that I would have found useful as a amature gun buyer.
Sometimes, bigger is not always better..........1998-12-16
A true buyers guide should include a thorough look at each model of various firearms made by various manufacturers. All variations must be noted and all differences/similarities should be spelled out for the readers. Every calibre of every type; the uniqueness of a particular make (the hardness of the frame, the type of slide rails that were developed and when; etc,etc,etc); a glossary for novices and professionals alike (eg, what does parabellum mean?) and the list goes on. All commentaries on manufacturer's and their products histories were too brief and will disappoint everyone except for the resellers and novices. If you don't care about pricing and the historical values of a particular piece, take a look at a publication like GUN DIGEST. DO not make the mistake of thinking this is a true reference however. This is strictly a pricing catalog and nothing more.
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Requiem for a Lawnmower: And Other Essays on Easy Gardening With Native Plants
Sally Wasowski , and
Andy Wasowski
Manufacturer: Taylor Pub
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Binding: Hardcover
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ASIN: 087833811X |
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Sell your lawnmower!.......2003-05-29
This is a book of short, readable essays about gardening with native plants. Itýs a how-to manual telling you how NOT to spend your weekends cutting grass. The writer, who lives in Texas, uses native plants of that state to illustrate her points, but itýs easy enough for people living elsewhere to substitute local species. Because not only does she tell us that lawns are an ecological wasteland, she goes on to show the reader that many of our garden plants are brought in from other countries and other regions. Not only are they unsuited to our local area and prone to die because they are not used to our soil and climate, but they lead us to ignore equally lovely plants that are at home in our region and perfectly suited not only to our climate and soil but also to our local ecology. They have adapted over hundreds of years to feed and shelter our local wildlife.
The writer, a landscape designer, writer and teacher has a crisp style and keeps her essays short and salted with humour. She has an understanding not just of the ecological blind spots of our times, but of how they came to be. She makes her case for greater ecological responsibility convincingly, with the added incentive of ecologically sound gardening being much less work. So why are there so many green deserts in our suburbs?
Book Description
The team behind the best-selling Mexicolor and Mexicasa has unlocked the gates to Mexico's patios, courtyards, and walled gardens. From private homes to luxurious resorts, In A Mexican Garden celebrates Mexico's hidden oases where lovers meet for margaritas at sunset and families gather for spirited fiestas. The dazzling array of featured properties includes rustic coastal hideaways, elegant Spanish Colonial mansions, rural haciendas, and Modernist architectural masterpieces. Melba Levick's stunning photographs capture page after vibrant page of bold Mexican design elements: swirling mosaic floors, elaborate frescoes, hand-carved stone fountains, and lush native plants. Gina Hyams' informative text explains the historic roots of these uniquely Mexican outdoor spaces. Garden design enthusiasts, fans of Mexico, and anyone who appreciates a siesta in the sun need only open this book to hear the quiet babble of fountains and glasses clinking to toast another beautiful sunset.
Customer Reviews:
Mexican Garden.......2007-09-27
I was very surprise whith the quality of the presentation and the beautiful pictures. Excellent!!
Beautiful Photo's.......2007-09-03
I love this book! The beautiful photographs give the reader great ideas on how to design and decorate.
great book, terrible binding!!.......2007-07-19
I love the pictures and ideas presented, but after 2 days, the binding had pulled away from the pages!! I think that is flaw that needs fixing.
Mexican Garden.......2007-07-06
I chose this book to help give me some ideas as to how to " Mexicanise " my garden.
So what with the yuccas, agaves & cacti i'm well on the way, just need to add more colour & fragrance to it.
I also bought Mexicasa and Mexicolor.
It's a nice book..........2007-06-13
Your basic coffee table book, nice photos of exactly what the book claims to be: Courtyards, Pools, and Open-Air Rooms. A lot of the subject matter is authentic, old and sometimes dilapidated. Don't expect to see many pictures of new or well kept patios, pools or gardens. This is the real McCoy, just like you'll see when visitng Old Mexico...not that there'e anything wrong with that.
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There are countless books about lifestyles that are inaccessible, either because they are engulfed by abstract ideas or are set in palaces, real or imagined. The Outdoor Living Room: Stylish Ideas for Porches, Patios, and Pools is a rare exception: gorgeous photographs of beautiful outdoor spaces that are accessible, or at least seem to be. Split up into sections that can appeal to anyone-"Modern," "Classic," "In Town," "Romantic," or "Whimsical"--this book can move even the most hardened city dweller, or bring dreamers out of their country homes. The book has a distinct magazine-like flavor, but the rigor of the photographic summation of elements in each section offsets this. The text is uninspiring, usually describing the photographs or making vague generalizations, but no matter, because the photographs are what this book is all about. They are beautiful and plentiful, whetting the appetite for sunny days in our own "outdoor living rooms." --Juliette Cezzar
Book Description
In the summer months and year-round in warmer climates, Americans love spending time outdoors. More and more, people are treating the outdoor spaces on their properties as true extensions of their homes, turning porches, pools, patios, decks, and gardens into outdoor living spaces that serve the same functions as indoor rooms.
In The Outdoor Living Room:
Stylish Ideas for Porches, Patios, and Pools, acclaimed author Martha Baker offers more than forty-five striking examples of this enlightened approach to outdoor decorating.
The Outdoor Living Room is divided into six chapters, each representing a specific type of outdoor style: Classic, Rustic, Romantic, Modern, Whimsical, and In Town. Six or seven different locations are featured in every chapter, each contributing a different idea or novel aspect of the same style. A multipaged “Components” section appears at the end of each chapter focusing on important elements of outdoor decorating, such as paving and lighting, followed by a heavily illustrated “Ideas” spread with tips on achieving a particular look. None of the magnificent spaces in this book has ever been published before; they range from a Southeast Asian–inspired tropical garden in Florida to a Japanese tea garden atop a New York City roof, from a grand wraparound porch on a classic home facing Lake Michigan to a thoroughly modern all-white patio near Miami.
The Outdoor Living Room also includes an extensive resource section, illustrating and describing garden furniture, architectural and landscape elements, and decorative items. Packed with more than 350 full-color photographs,
The Outdoor Living Room is at once a practical sourcebook and an inspirational delight.
Customer Reviews:
A carpenter's point of view.......2006-07-10
I bought this book as a gift for my husband, who is a carpenter. He makes furniture as a hobby and has improved our back patio with the addition of a handmade trellis, flower shelves and boxes, and--of course--plants, plants, and more plants.
He says, "This is a book for rich people," but as he gazes at the photos I see him drawing blueprints in his mind. Buy the book for ideas if you are rich and can pay someone else to execute them, or if you are handy and can build them yourself, like my husband. Or buy it because you just like to admire the elegant spaces where the other half plays.
I'm dreaming of an adirondack chaise lounge handmade by my husband, which I'm sure will appear on my patio one day soon.
Beautiful book.......2001-09-28
Loved this book. Beautiful photos-my only criticism is that I found many photos were repeated through the book in different chapters. I liked the index at the back of the book which listed sources for finding objects featured in photos. I also have Martha Baker's book, Garden Ornaments, and recommend both. These books have a permanent place on my bookshelf and bedside table.
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Outdoor Rooms II: More Designs for Porches, Terraces, Decks, and Gazebos (Quarry Book)
Anne Dickhoff
Manufacturer: Quarry Books
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The Outdoor Living Room: Stylish Ideas for Porches, Patios, and Pools
ASIN: 1592532993 |
Book Description
Outdoor Rooms II is an inspirational look at what one can do to create beauty and comfort in any outdoor space. Increasingly, homeowners are spending more money on their yards, not only to extend the physical space of the home for entertaining, but also because they have been shown to greatly increase resale value. For aspiring outdoor room creators, Anne Dickhoff takes readers on a guided tour of the worlds finest terraces, porches, patios, gazebos, sunrooms, and garden rooms created by today's top designers and architects. With few books covering as many facets of outdoor living as Outdoor Rooms II, this book provides ideas for all types of outdoor living situations presented in page after page of idea-inspiring design.
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The Outdoor Garden Room: 25 Projects for Stylish Summer Living
Deborah Schneebeli-Morrell
Manufacturer: North Light Books
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ASIN: 1581802196 |
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This gorgeous book will teach readers how to create their ideal outdoor living space for entertaining friends, relaxing, and having fun. It's packed full of imaginative ideas--everything from silver gilded pots, candleholders and sun catchers, to garden sculpture, wind chimes and sweet pea wigwams. The Outdoor Garden Room will enable any reader to turn their garden into an outdoor living space beyond compare! It includes over 25 original projects with step-by-step instructions and a list of required materials--including recycled materials for the environmentally conscious!
Customer Reviews:
Too little time to do it all.......2006-11-22
Continually get inspired by the awesome ideas presented in this book. I should reorder a new book as mine is really getting a little ragged from use. Definitely recommend this book. Ideas abound.
Feast for the Eye, Food for the Soul..........1998-05-28
The Decorated Garden Room is an inspirational foray through the beauties of the old, worn and commonplace brought together in beautiful harmony and mingled with flowers. It is food for the spirit, a lovely adventure in masterful photography. The project ideas presented are anywhere from simple to moderately labor-intensive, but in my opinion the main value of the book lies in its inspirational value. It is a real motivator for those who wish to live surrounded by beauty, but lack the vast sums necessary to create palatial gardens. The style is whimsical and eclectic, appealing to children as well as adults. I highly recommend this book as a starting point for gathering decorating ideas, both for the interior and the garden. Those with an interest in English, cottage and country gardens, and those who enjoy unusual outdoor family projects will enjoy this book.
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The Garden Room: How to Design & Decorate Your Outside Living Space
Tessa Evelegh
Manufacturer: Southwater
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ASIN: 1842151479 |
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Practical decoration for the outdoor room--beautiful inspirational effects to transform your terrace and garden.
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This book shows how to create a peaceful, evocative garden dŽcor in any room of the home and in connected spaces such as porches, balconies, and breezeways. From sweepingly dramatic rooms to charming corners filled with flowerpots, your love of gardens can be carried indoors to bring joy and beauty to the spaces where you live and work every day.
Customer Reviews:
Beautiful.......2006-11-06
We just bought a house near the city, and we have started to decorate it, with a very limited budget. This book has helped a lot in finding new and easy to do ideas.
Gorgeous!!.......2004-03-12
This book is beautiful! One reviewer wrote that this book is 'cutesy' ... but I have to strongly disagree. Many helpful tips and beautiful pictures to inspire you! I love it.
Too cutesy.......2002-01-09
Garden style is my style. I love it. But this book is too cutesy and the photos show some rooms that just don't look real. I don't know if they were done in a studio or what. The best book on the subject (at least it's the one I keep going back to because I always find fresh ideas in it) is Garden Style by the Better Homes and Gardens editors. I've given that BHG Garden Style book to friends as birthday and housewarming gifts too.
Lots of great ideas.......2001-05-01
I found this book to be well worth the cover price: it is full of rich photos and inspiring ideas. I don't purchase decorating books for the text, so if you do, this may not be the book for you. There are several different styles depicted within the book, certainly there is something for everyone. I do also recommend the Better Homes and Gardens "Garden Style" book: it has a similar feeling and again, many great ideas.
Pretty but a bit staid for my taste.......2001-02-24
This topic is a favorite of mine and suits my style, but I am disappointed in this book which, although pretty, is rather dull. The first book I saw on the subject was also called Garden Style Decorating, I believe, but it was by Better Homes and Gardens. The Better Homes and Gardens book has a fresher look and a wider variety of styles.
Customer Reviews:
Over the Top.......2006-10-31
Beautiful color photos that focus both on a large expansive view of various rooms and also zoom in on smaller more detailed areas. Lots of great ideas on how to place furniture and objects and collections. If you need ideas on arranging things this is a great book. However in terms of the style I personally found it to be over the top and very unrealistic of the average home. The furnishings are mostly VERY ornate and rooms are very very large which is not often the real life situation. There are very helpful descriptions on placing items as I said earlier. It is overwhelming at times though looking at the photos because the rooms have SO MUCH furniture and so much going on.
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Stretching Living Space
Better Homes and Gardens
Manufacturer: Better Homes & Gardens Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
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ASIN: 0696010623 |
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June / July 2007 issue of Backyard Living. Filled with gardening tips and outdoor living ideas.
Books:
- Dogs Misbehaving: Solving Problem Behavior With Bach Flower & Other Remedies
- DogSense: 99 relationship tips from your canine companion
- Encyclopedia of Reptiles and Amphibians, Second Edition (Ap Natural World)
- Essential Guide to Keeping Goldfish (Tankmaster (Interpet Publishing))
- Everything Corgi: Wit and Wisdom for Lovers of Cardis and Pems
- Feng Shui for Dogs
- Finches As a New Pet
- Freshwater Aquariums in Your Life
- Fur Seals: Maternal Strategies on Land and at Sea
- Getting in Touch with Your Cat
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