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  The Ironclads of Cambrai

  Bryan Cooper

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  When tanks, the newly invented British weapon, were used for the first time in a mass attack on November 20 1917, they not only achieved one of the most remarkable successes of the First World War but set the pattern for the future of mechanized warfare.  For the first time in three years of bloody trench warfare, epitomized by the slaughter at Passchendaele which was then reaching its climax, tanks brought about a breakthrough of the massive German defense system of the Hindenburg Line, followed up by British infantry and cavalry divisions.  They were supported for the first time by low flying fighter aircraft of the Royal Flying Corps.  The initial victory at Cambrai brought cheering crowds into the streets of London and the ringing of church bells in celebration.  In seemed possible that the success might bring about the final defeat of Germany.  But the British High Command failed to exploit the success.  Generals who still dreamt of massive cavalry charges had not had much faith in this strange new weapon that had been brought to them  funded initially by the Royal Navy at the behest of Winston Churchill who was then First Lord of the Admiralty and did see its value.  The High Command did not really believe the breakthrough was possible and tragically miscalculated the necessary steps to follow it up.  Within days the Germans counterattacked and regained much of the ground that the British had won.  What could have been the final victory was delayed for another year.

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  The Art of Classic Quiltmaking

  Harriet Hargrave, Sharyn Craig

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  The ultimate how-to book for quilters—a workbook with exercises that provide a foundation of much-needed basics to set you on your quilting path.   Two of quilting’s most respected teachers combine their different styles to present an incredible reference and project book that beginners and experienced quilters alike will always keep near the sewing machine!    Loaded with the information you need to make traditional quilts, including selecting and caring for fabric, choosing equipment and supplies, calculating yardage, selecting the piecing technique that ensures the best result, designing borders, and deciding on quilting designs.  Designed for those who encounter problems with quilting basics, from confident beginners to experienced quilters.  Master piecing methods with step-by-step exercises, helpful hints, illustrations, and photos.  Project quilts accompany each basic technique chapter. Numerous variations of the techniques are also presented.  Find out how to answer questions such as “where do I go next?” or “what went wrong?”

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  Real Goods Solar Living Sourcebook

  John Schaeffer

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  What book would you want if you were stranded on a desert island? Widely regarded as the 'bible' of off-grid living, The  Solar Living Sourcebook  might be your best choice. With over 600,000 copies in print worldwide, it is the most comprehensive resource available for anyone interested in lessening their environmental footprint and increasing their energy independence.The  Solar Living Sourcebook-14th Edition  is the ultimate guide to renewable energy, sustainable living, natural and green building, off-grid living and alternative transportation, written by experts with decades of experience and a passion for sharing their knowledge. This fully revised and updated edition includes brand new sections on permaculture and urban homesteading, and completely rewritten chapters on solar technology, sustainable transportation and relocalization. It also boasts greatly expanded material on:Natural BuildingPermaculture and biodynamicsElectric and biofuel-powered vehiclesPassive solarSolar water heatingGrid-tie photovoltaic systems-- plus maps, wiring diagrams, formulae, charts, electrical code, solar sizing worksheets and much more.Whether you're a layperson or a professional, novice or longtime aficionado, the  Sourcebook  puts the latest research and information at your fingertips-everything you need to know to make sustainable living a reality.

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  Learn Origami

  Nick Robinson

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  Origami is a Japanese word that means "folding paper". It's both a craft, accessible to all and an art, taken to perfection by a few
  Few resources are needed, other than a flat surface and some paper and over the past 50 years it has turned from an obscure hobby to a world-wide passion for thousands of people. You don't need endless patience or talent – anyone of almost any age can make simple models to delight themselves and their friends.
  Origami is a hobby enjoyed all around the world. In this book, professional Origamist Nick Robinson shows you a series of classic simple designs. Follow Nick's diagrams and with a few sheets of paper a lifetime of fun awaits you!
  Take a sheet, get folding!

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  Perfectly Good Food - A Totally...

  Margaret Li, Irene Li

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  You're standing in front of your refrigerator, a week after your last trip to the supermarket. You've got a bunch of random veggies, some wrinkly fruit, near-expired milk, and those pricey fresh herbs you bought for that one recipe. For a split second you picture yourself throwing everything away and ordering takeout.But instead . . . you pick up this cookbook. You're saving food, shrinking that grocery bill, and learning some key skills for making the most of what you have. It's exciting to be able to create new dishes and waste less food, and most importantly—a delicious dinner is on the table!Perfectly Good Food is a book for those moments everyone has, whether you cook for one or a whole household. Chock-full of ingenious use-it-up tips, smart storage ideas, and infinitely adaptable recipes, this book will teach you: why smoothies are your secret weapon; how to freeze (almost) anything; and why using your senses in the kitchen is more important than so-called shelf-life.Written by the chef-sisters behind Boston's acclaimed Mei Mei Dumplings, this is a crucial resource for the thrifty chef, the environmentally mindful cook, and anyone looking to make the most of their ingredients.

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  Britain's Railways in the First...

  Michael Foley

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  It is easy to believe that the only part that Britain’s railways played in the First World War was to carry the soldiers to the ships that would take them to France. This couldn’t be further from the truth. Without the help from the railways it is unlikely that the war would have been over as quickly as it was.  In Britain’s Railways in the First World War Michael Foley examines how the railway system and its workers proved to be a vital part of the war effort, one contemporary writer even commenting that he thought they were as significant as the navy. The book describes how the enlistment of railway troops for the Royal Engineers to meet the increasing transport demands of the military was to bleed the civilian system dry as skilled railwaymen were sent to work at the front. In addition, the military commandeered thousands of Britain’s railway vehicles, sending them to each of the theatres of war, and turned the already stressed railway workshops away from maintaining what remained of the country’s railways and rolling stock so they could produce armaments for the forces instead.  The book also reveals how the British were so far behind their enemies and allies in the use of railway support to the front lines that they had to plead for help from Canada.

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