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  Steep Trails

  John Muir

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  The papers brought together in this volume have, in a general way, been arranged in chronological sequence. They span a period of twenty-nine years of Muir's life, during which they appeared as letters and articles, for the most part in publications of limited and local circulation. The Utah and Nevada sketches, and the two San Gabriel papers, were contributed, in the form of letters, to the San Francisco Evening Bulletin toward the end of the seventies. Written in the field, they preserve the freshness of the author's first impressions of those regions.

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  The Latin Inscriptions of Rome -...

  Tyler Lansford

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  A collection of 15 guided walking tours of the ancient Latin descriptions found throughout Rome. Rome’s oldest known Latin inscription dates from the sixth century BC; the most recent major specimen was mounted in 2006—a span of more than two and a half millennia. Remarkably, many of these inscriptions are still to be found in situ, on the walls, gates, temples, obelisks, bridges, fountains, and churches of the city. Classicist Tyler Lansford has collected some 400 of these inscriptions and arranged them—with English translations—into fifteen walking tours that trace the physical and historical contours of the city. Each itinerary is prefaced by an in-depth introduction that provides a survey of the history and topography of the relevant area of the city. The Latin texts appear on the left-hand page with English translations on the right. The original texts are equipped with full linguistic annotation, and the translations are supplemented with historical and cultural notes that explain who mounted them and why. This unique guide will prove a fascinating and illuminating companion for both sophisticated visitors to the Eternal City and armchair travelers seeking a novel perspective into Rome's rich history.“This book is wonderful. . . . Lansford’s evocative depictions of monuments, cityscape, and memorable humans have inspired me anew with the fascination of Rome.” —Mary T. Boatwright, Duke University“If this book is not slipped into many a Rome-bound suitcase, there is no justice in the world. I can think of few more enjoyable companions on a prowl through the city.” —Jane Stevenson, Times Literary Supplement (UK)

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  World of Wonders - In Praise of...

  Aimee Nezhukumatathil

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  “A poet celebrates the wonders of nature in a collection of essays that could almost serve as a coming-of-age memoir.” —Kirkus Reviews 
   
  As a child, Nezhukumatathil called many places home: the grounds of a Kansas mental institution, where her Filipina mother was a doctor; the open skies and tall mountains of Arizona, where she hiked with her Indian father; and the chillier climes of western New York and Ohio. But no matter where she was transplanted—no matter how awkward the fit or forbidding the landscape—she was able to turn to our world’s fierce and funny creatures for guidance. 
   
  “What the peacock can do,” she tells us, “is remind you of a home you will run away from and run back to all your life.” The axolotl teaches us to smile, even in the face of unkindness; the touch-me-not plant shows us how to shake off unwanted advances; the narwhal demonstrates how to survive in hostile environments. Even in the strange and the unlovely, Nezhukumatathil finds beauty and kinship. For it is this way with wonder: it requires that we are curious enough to look past the distractions in order to fully appreciate the world’s gifts. 
   
  Warm, lyrical, and gorgeously illustrated by Fumi Nakamura, World of Wonders is a book of sustenance and joy. 
   
  Praise for World of Wonders 
   
  Barnes & Noble 2020 Book of the Year 
   
  An NPR Best Book of 2020 
   
  An Esquire Best Book of 2020 
   
  A Publishers Weekly “Big Indie Book of Fall 2020” 
   
  A BuzzFeed Best Book of Fall 2020 
   
  “Hands-down one of the most beautiful books of the year.” —NPR 
   
  “A timely story about love, identity and belonging.” —New York Times Book Review 
   
  “A truly wonderous essay collection.” —Roxane Gay, The Audacity

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  Untold Stories From F1 During...

  Ibrar Malik

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  Grand Prix Racing during the 1990’s was among one of the best era’s of the sport. Not only did you have great F1 drivers & loud F1 engines (like the old V12’s) which not only excited fans, but, the sport was full of colourful characters and it was an era before people were afraid of watching their words. This book therefore captures some forgotten, yet fascinating short stories from that time that will make you laugh, cry or even just ponder. They include: 
  Chapter 1          What Do The Most Successful and Worst Car of 1994 Have in Common? 
  Chapter 2           Funny Stories From An F1 Mechanic 
  Chapter 3           Brundle at McLaren 
  Chapter 4          Mansell’s 1994 Comeback 
    
  Chapter 5          Working Within Benetton During the 1990’s 
  Chapter 6           Unraced Projects of the 1994 F1 Season & an insight into Pacific Grand Prix racing (written in conjunction with Jasper Heijmans) 
  Chapter 7          Schumacher’s Ferrari Controversies 
  Chapter 8          Schumacher’s 1994 Ligier Test 
  Chapter 9           Herbert at Benetton 
  Chapter 10        Lehto at Benetton 
  Chapter 11         The Flying Dutchman After 1994 
  Chapter 12         How the Schumacher v Hill Feud Developed 
  Chapter 13         Paul Tracy’s Benetton Test, September 1994 
  Chapter 14        Memories of Imola 1994 - by Mike Fairholme 
  Chapter 15        Roland Ratzenberger – 25 Years On 
  Chapter 16         Ayrton Senna – His Final Hours 
  Chapter 17        My Opinion on What Caused Ayrton Senna’s Crash? 
  Chapter 18         Did a Return to Simpler Cars in 1994 Contribute to the Accidents? 
  Chapter 19        1994 – A Brief Overview of F1’s Darkest Season  
    
  Since 2015 I’ve been researching all the books, internet sources and magazines (Autosport, F1 News and Motor Sport) covering 1990’s F1. Furthermore I’ve interviewed various key figures employed by Benetton, Ford Electronics and Williams. In addition, I’ve studied all the on track action from time – simply because I love reliving that era of F1. This book & its short stories listed above are the fruits of all that hard work and research. 
  As a devoted Formula 1 fan, I thought I knew everything about the sport from the 1990’s before starting this project. But since interviewing those involved it soon became apparent how much had yet to be made public. I’ve resigned from my day job purely to write this book. That is h

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  Bugatti - Type 35 Grand Prix Car...

  Lance Cole

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  This expert volume examines the engineering, design, and modeling of this classic sportscar through the years—fully illustrated with color photos.     Innovative car designer Ettore Bugatti changed the history of both motorsports and engineering with the legendary T35.  Introduced at the Grand Prix of Lyon in 1924, its clever engine design, new suspension thinking, and distinct body style marked the beginning of a new era in car racing.   Automotive journalist, industrial designer and Bugatti expert Lance Cole pays tribute to this iconic automobile in a detailed yet engaging commentary. Fully illustrated with color photos, this volume chronicles the story of the T35’s design and evolution. For the car modeling enthusiast, Cole also details the modeling options in synthetic materials and die cast metals.

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  No Ordinary Dog: The Ultimate...

  Charlie Mesna

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  No Ordinary Dog: The Ultimate Guide to Dog Training, Learn the Basics and Proven Practices on the Best Ways to Train Your DogGetting a new puppy or adult dog is always an exciting time for the entire family. There is a good reason why dogs are known as man’s best friend, and a loyal dog is more than just a pet as they become a beloved member of the family. But in order to achieve that level of love and companionship, it’s important to start your puppy or adult dog off on the right foot. A solid grounding in obedience and problem behavior avoidance is essential to making your dog, and you, happier and healthier. Starting to train your dog from a young age is crucial as the first few months of his life is when you will have the greatest influence on him; this is where he is shaped into the dog he is going to be when he is all grown up.This audiobook will serve as your guide on how to effectively train your puppy. It will guide you through basic puppy training first, then will also teach you advanced dog training exercises. If you follow this guide closely, you should be able to teach your dog complex tricks and proper behavior in a matter of weeks.This audiobook will discuss the following topics:- The Basic Commands- Training Your New Puppy- Leash/Collar Training- Head Collar Training- Training Collar or Choke Collar- Reward Training- Crate and House Training- Dog Obedience Training- Dog Training Issues- Advanced Dog Training Exercises- More Dog or Puppy Training Issues and Exercises - And many more!Basic dog training is simple and very effective. It should also be fun for you and your dog, it doesn’t have to be hours and hours each day. I can just be 5 minutes or so. If you want to learn more, scroll up and click “add to cart” now!

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