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Exciting illustrations put wind in the sails of the most famous pirates as they travel the seven seas in search of treasure and adventure. This children''s book includes a wealth of information on what life was like on the high seas: what pirates ate, what they wore, and what they did while they were out to sea.

Originally published in the 1930s, this is the memoir of Emmett Dalton, an outlaw known for his involvement in bank robberies and train holdups toward the turn of the twentieth century. Featuring period photographs and portraits, this book provides fascinating insight into the motives behind the Daltons' most infamous crimes, including the First National Bank robbery and the Coffeyville raid. This new edition comes complete with a foreword by Kith Presland, an expert on the outlaw.Emmett Dalton (1871-1937) was the youngest of four Dalton brothers. He was seriously injured in the same raid in which his brothers were killed and subsequently served fourteen years of a life sentence in the Kansas State Penitentiary before his pardon in 1907. Following his release, he lived in Bartlesville, Oklahoma, and thereafter in the Los Angeles area for twenty years.A graduate of Sparsholt College, Kith Presland is an expert on Emmett Dalton. She resides in Reading, England.

The Chalmette Monument commemorates the victory of Gen. Andrew Jackson and his men during the Battle of New Orleans, January 8, 1815. Beginning with an overview of the battle, this pictorial study details the history of the monument. Firsthand accounts and excerpts from the Times-Picayune chronicle the building process, from its conception in 1839 through its completion in 1908.In addition to illustrations depicting the Battle of New Orleans, period photographs and sketches of the monument at various stages provide visual reference. The book also includes portraits of such historical figures as General Jackson; Abdiel Daily Crossman, a chairman of the Jackson Monument Association and three-time mayor of New Orleans; and Newton Richards, the designer of the original monument.Leonard V. Huber was one of Louisiana's leading historians. He served as president of the Louisiana Landmarks Society, the Orleans Parish Landmarks Commission, and the Friends of the Cabildo. He was the author of more than twenty books on the subject of Louisiana history, including Pelican's Mardi Gras: A Pictorial History of Carnival in New Orleans and New Orleans: A Pictorial History and coauthor of The Cabildo on Jackson Square; New Orleans Architecture, Volume III: The Cemeteries; and Tales of the Mississippi.

"Memories know no boundaries, reaching across the years and across many miles," says author Ibbie Ledford in the introduction to this book. Ibbie's memories--gathered here as a delightful tribute to her rural upbringing--are a loving collection of homestyle Southern recipes from the Tennessee hill country of the 1930s and 1940s, as well as a smattering of personal recollections from a time and place well remembered.Highlighted by numerous vignettes and anecdotes--many funny, some touching, and a few tragic remembrances of life growing up in rural Tennessee--the over 200 recipes included within are spiced with Southern flair and down-home goodness! According to Ibbie, "they are simple, stick-to-the-rib recipes using ingredients that are readily available at the nearest grocery store. Most are flexible enough to allow one to take away, add, or adjust ingredients to one's own taste."Included are hill country staples, Southern favorites, family recipes, and even some modern, easy-to-prepare dishes. Recipes for such tantalizing treasures as Southern Spoon Bread, Peach Brandy Pound Cake, Persimmon Pudding, Southern Fried Chicken, Squirrel Stew with Po-tato Dumplings, Turnip Greens, Fried Green Tomatoes, Wilted Lettuce Salad, and Sausage and Cheese Grits comprise a collection that will remind you of the delights found in grandma's old recipe box. These Tennessee hill country favorites will surely become a part of your own family's traditions, so jump inside and get started!

Praise for Ibbie Ledford's books . . ."Will surely tickle a Southern funny bone . . . you can cook and eat like a Southerner, even if you were not born one."-Woodbury (TN) Cannon Courier on Y'all Come Back, Now: Recipes and Memories"Generations apart seem to like Hill Country Cookin' and Memoirs. Older folks appreciate the memories it brings back, while younger readers get some thought-provoking insights into the lives their parents and grandparents often led. People of all ages seem to feel the love that Ibbie shares for her family and the love she puts forth through her cooking."-Tennessee MagazineIbbie Ledford, a native of Tennessee, has written memoirs to promote the lively stories and delicious foods of Hill Country life. Ledford worked with her son to gather the bits and pieces of her stories and recipes, which were collected to produce her first book, Hill Country Cookin' and Memoirs, published by Pelican. Her second book, Y'All Come Back, Now: Recipes and Memories, also published by Pelican, is a collection of not only her favorite food but also anecdotes about the people in the Hill Country. Ledford wrote Stories from the Hearts of Two Grandmas, by Pelican, with her sister, Johnnie Countess.

One of the greatest outdoor museums in the world, New Orleans is acclaimed for its unique architecture. Glimpses of its evolving character from the colonial period to the present can be found in the open porches, balconies, arches, and stained-glass windows of its homes, from simple Creole cottages to suburban ranch houses. As you wander through the dynamic streets and alleyways of the city, this easy-to-follow, beautifully detailed guide will assist you in identifying and dating the houses you pass while placing them in their historical context.Over one hundred hand-rendered illustrations of existing New Orleans homes as well as composite sketches of distinctive details highlight the characteristics commonly associated with certain types of homes. Maps point out areas of architectural development by periods, and a glossary clarifies the sometimes-confusing terminology used in discussing architecture.

"Art will make people better, more highly skilled in thinking and improving whatever business one goes into. It makes a person broader."--Ruth Asawa Ruth Asawa believed in making the world a better place. She understood that exposing children to art was one path toward that goal. From the Japanese-American internment camps to the creation of the Ruth Asawa San Francisco School of the Arts, Asawa's life journey is one filled with family, art, injustice, inner strength, education, and arts activism. She drew upon her transformative life experiences and worked with unconventional mediums--using lines, space, and wire to create sculptures that move people to this day. Asawa became known as the "Fountain Lady" for the many public fountains she designed. One she created was the San Francisco Fountain outside the Grand Hyatt. Asawa worked with children from different parts of the city to create whimsical bas-relief panels that she incorporated into the design. Public support has kept this magnificent piece in place--a monument to a courageous and inspirational artist who changed the world. Touched by the celebration of Asawa's life, author Joan Schoettler viewed exhibitions, studied Asawa's creations, and consulted with Aiko Asawa, Ruth's daughter, in a quest to portray the life of this remarkable woman. In a perfect complement, the thorough research by illustrator Traci Van Wagoner is vividly apparent in the quietly compelling depictions of Asawa and her life.

Jake borrows a library book, drips jelly on it, and must face the consequences, as told in a rhythm reminiscent of The house that Jack built.

"Mr. and Mrs. Chris P. Byrd are planning a big lunch on Thursday, and they invite ten turkeys to come early. However, one by one the turkeys drop out, as they wonder what this is really about"--

Through war, exile, peril, and heartbreak, the spirit of the Acadians never faltered as they struggled to maintain lives of simplicity and faith. Told with rich emotion, Acadian Reminiscences is more than a history of old Acadia--it is the Voorhies family's personal journey to remember the sacrifices and triumphs of their people.

In this Western mountain version of Clement Moores popular poem, Santa leaves a cowboy a Stetson hat and alligator boots. Full color.

The author traces the development of traditional Puerto Rican cookery and plumbs the mysteries of native dishes with these easy-to-follow recipes.

En route to the zoo, a young giraffe with artistic aspirations escapes into the French Quarter of New Orleans, where she finds the colorful atmosphere particularly receptive to her personality and her paintings.

Under the enthusiastic direction of one of Ireland's most beloved culinary artists, readers can learn over 100 basic kitchen techniques. Applied to a mouthwatering array of more than 500 recipes, these lessons are designed to instill confidence in the beginner while encouraging experienced cooks to expand their repertoire. 350 color photos; 54 duotone; 7 charts.

This book depicts the achievements of a woman who developed an important system of classifying stars. To this day, Annie Jump Cannon holds the record for identifying more stars than anyone else in the world. In 1925, she became a professor of astronomy at Harvard and the first woman to receive a doctor of science degree from Oxford University.

Mama Witch tries to get her daughter to eat some Halloween soup before going out to trick-or-treat, but Picky Little Witch finds many reasons to refuse. Includes a recipe for soup.