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Mushrooms and Other Fungi of North America

For amateur collectors or professional mycologists working in the field, this guidebook is quite simply the best North American mushroom reference ever published. Each of the 1,000 specimens is shown in full color on a neutral background to eliminate...

Flags of the World

The world has seen profound changes in recent years. Democracy movements have freed populations and new governments have been established. Territorial wars and ethnic fighting have fractured regions, giving rise to new countries.A new flag is an...

Exploring the Night Sky

A comprehensive beginner's guide to astronomy. Explains what the viewer is seeing, identifies celestial bodies, answers many questions.

Essential Boat Electrics: Carry out electrical jobs on board properly & safely

Electricity is vital on board most boats: to keep their systems running and to provide the crew with the services they expect. Much of it will be professionally fitted and many yachtsmen will have little knowledge about the finer detail of electric...

Cockpit Companion, 2nd edition (Pocket Sized Guide)

This is a compact and handy summary of all the skipper and crew need to know - or find out quickly - when cruising. It covers everything from lights, shapes and sound signals to knots, ropes and engine troubleshooting (and much more). With diagrams and...

Simple Boat Maintenance

Concentrates on the 67 most common maintenance jobs to be done aboard both power and sailboats. Each is explained in simple steps and illustrated with fine color photos and diagrams. From electrical systems to leaky toilets, all is explained. Excellent...

Radar Afloat

How to use small craft radar. This book is perfect for both sailing and motorboat enthusiasts and essential reading for Radar Courses.Radar Afloat includes advice on:How radar worksHow to use it radar for collision avoidance, navigation and pilotageHow...

Diesel Troubleshooter, 2nd edition

Most sailing vessels and motorboats have a marine diesel engine. This book will help the owner keep this vital piece of equipment going. It covers; how it works, fuel, air, cooling, lubrication, electrics, installation and winter lay up.This second...

Racing Crew, 2nd edition

Explains in concise language and clear photo sequences exactly how to perform all the crewing jobs safely, smartly and fast.

Tuning Your Dinghy

A logical and systematic approach to setting up the boat and fine-tuning it on all points of sail. Troubleshooting section of particular value in discovering and correcting weaknesses. 185 illustrations.

Illustrated Sail & Rig Tuning

The best-illustrated manual ever on sail and rig tuning for small yachts and keelboats. Features 152 color diagrams and a brilliantly concise text. Offers a logical approach to trimming every sail, correctly setting up masts and stays.

The New Campfire Cookbook: Pie Iron Sandwiches and Kebabs (Fox Chapel Publishing) Over 100 Recipes - S'Mores, French Toast, Desserts, Easy-to-Make Sauces, Dips, Spreads, and More

An essential, super simple cookbook for campers!Over 100 easy-to-make recipesusing a pie iron or a skewer to make "campwiches," kebabs, and more for breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert, or simple snacksPie iron and skewercooking methods are perfect for...