In May of 1865, the United States celebrated the end of the American Civil War, but even as this nation celebrated the end of war, violence continu...

What do fishing reels, oranges, and antlers have in common? How about teacups, maracas, and pears? Find out in no lumps, thank you: a bra anthologi...

This visual record gives a comprehensive view of modern roller derby. Through 353 images, professional photographer Jules Doyle, a.k.a. Axle Adams,...

More than 500 images explore the free-form embroidered creations of the tribal people of India's renown Gujarat Province. Dating back 30 to 100 yea...

Victor Papanek and James Hennessey set out to change the world in the mid-1970s, empowering the people to create their own inexpensive furnishings....

Delve into the origins and contemporary interpretations of various styles of non-figural Zuni jewelry designs, including nugget work, cluster work,...

Indisputably the largest and most comprehensive book available on Noritake, more than 1,000 pieces in classical, Art Nouveau, and Art Deco styles w...

This unique approach allows the collector to identify a piece of Noritake dinnerware by finding a matching pattern or by finding a similar shape th...

This clearly written, thought-provoking, and often witty text takes the reader on a grand tour of the ceramic fancywares produced by Noritake. Incl...

This is the first book dedicated to ceramics exported to Europe by the venerable Noritake firm, established in Tokyo in 1876. Over 580 vibrant colo...

Do ghosts exist? Is it possible that certain events can leave a mark on a location and repeat themselves over and over again? In North Carolina the...

The history, geography, and people of the North Shore come to life in this easy-reading book of over 35 stories about the region northeast of Bosto...

The historic North Shore of Massachusetts is known for many things: famous authors, sailing ships, important events, and the paranormal. Travel acr...

Panoramic photography of North Shore, Massachusetts, captures 120-degree views. Favorite vistas are beautifully exposed, including Rockport from se...

Learn about the habits and habitat of the Northern Goshawk, a fierce bird of prey that nests in the boreal forests far from human habitation. This ...

Native art on the Northwest Coast is very much alive and increasing in both artistry and volume. Over 400 color photographs of old and recent artwo...

For the first time in English, a complete book about Norwegian pick-up bandweaving—from its fascinating history to beautiful bands you can make you...

Since early times, humans have explored the space below their feet for different purposes: to flee persecution and war, to find protection from sev...

Tour the Upper Midwest to explore the blood-soaked halls of hideous history through twenty dark and demented stories from the corridors of criminal...

New England is notorious for its dark tourism with tragic and treacherous attractions, both historical and recent, that re-create death, suffering,...

Long before the parents bring home the new baby they are planning the nursery. What kind of crib or diaper stand? What color palette? What décor? ...

A souvenir, a gift, or a portable way to immerse yourself in the island charm of Oak Bluffs, this small-format book captures on each page a new col...

The world of erotic product design is revealed in this curated showcase of over 100 beautifully crafted objects and the creative minds behind them....

During the occupation of Japan between 1945 and 1952, a world market for small and inexpensive goods was correctly identified as a starting point f...