Product Description: When most people think of the police—cops—they think of scenarios seen on TV or read in the newspapers, with valiant law enforcement crime fighters battling drug dealers, organized crime, mobsters, gangs, and criminals of all kinds...read more

Product Description: What goes through the dark minds of such notorious killers as Ted Bundy, Jeffrey Dahmer, David Berkowitz ("Son of Sam"), John Wayne Gacy, Dennis Rader (the "BTK Killer"), and others? In this chilling book, you’ll read exactly what they were thinking in their own words as they committed horrible crimes...read more

Documents the story of an injured Triple Crown contender whose recovery rendered him a beloved national figure, describing how he suffered a severe hind leg fracture at the 2006 Preakness Stakes and underwent risky surgery in the hopes that he could be rehabilitated.

An official account of the history of the Kentucky Derby combines dozens of full-color photographs with a treasury of facts and statistics, in a comprehensive resource that shares victory and loss stories for every Derby since 1875. 60,000 first printing.

Product Description: Nothing quite prepares you for what you will see on the street once you become a cop. It is one of the most dangerous jobs a person can do but also the most fun as well. --Scott BakerCops are the people who see and hear it all. They work at one of the world's most dangerous jobs, but it's also one of the most entertaining...read more

Presents an alphabetical listing of more than three thousand of the most common dream images, meanings, symbols, and feelings, drawn from a variety of cultural traditions as well as the interpretations of Carl Jung, Sigmund Freud, and other notables. Original.

An in-depth look at the top one hundred inventions through the ages examines details of the setbacks and the breakthroughs, as well as anecdotes describing the methods behind the creation and workings of such innovations as the air conditioner, Faraday's electric motor, the Colt pistol, and more. Reprint.

Product Description: Plenty of how-to books on exterior painting, as well as interior staining, are available, but until now, the do-it-yourselfer or professional had nowhere to turn for comprehensive advice on exterior staining. Staining is gaining popularity in many areas of the country as the only practical way to protect and beautify certain woods and add to the lifespan of exterior features such as decks, fencing, exterior furniture, and various kinds of wood siding, such as cedar and redwood...read more

The host of the Higher Minds radio program recounts the development of his psychic abilities while challenging misconceptions about the supernatural world and offering guidelines on how to hone intuitive powers in order to contact the dead and improve one's life. Reprint. 25,000 first printing.

Product Description: The "Simple Guide" format features lots of photos, tips, sidebars checklists and charts to make finding and using information simple. Extensive resources and a detailed index for further ease of use.

Portraits of one hundred of the most influential Irish men and women of all times includes close-up profiles of Michael Collins, James Joyce, John F. Kennedy, St. Patrick, F. Scott Fitzgerald, and others. (view table of contents)

This introduction to wine investing covers such topics as identifying investment grade wines, purchasing the most profitable vintages, evaluating wine futures, and storing and preserving wine

Offers a comprehensive repair and maintenance book for hundreds of do-it-yourself home projects, from stain removal to hanging shelves, through easy-to-follow directions and detailed illustrations. Original. IP. (view table of contents)

For painters and building contractors, keeping up with the latest products and techniques is vital to maintaining a strong profit margin. This book helps you do that and a lot more. It's the most comprehensive, in-depth, and up-to-date professional guide you can buy to painting, hanging wallpaper, and other jobs commonly subcontracted to painters. Filled with hands-on information and advice, the book is organized into sections which cover interior painting, interior wood staining, exterior painting, exterior staining, specialty finishes, and wallpaper hanging. You get complete details on all of the latest developments in methods, tools, and materials, with an emphasis on the fast-changing area of exterior work. Also look for helpful case studies and valuable insider tricks, such as alternative methods that can save time, tips on working with paint and stain in all types of environments, and advice on how to handle a wide variety of problems. (view table of contents)

Describes a variety of home improvement projects, explains their costs and the work involved, and discusses financing, bids, payment schedules, and contracts

Defines terms encountered in the construction field, presents advice and anecdotes, and offers tips and shortcuts for more efficient building methods

Another high-suspense adventure starring the indefatigable Ethan Hunt and his Impossible Mission team combines high-stakes cases with super-tech strategies, in a third volume of the series based on the popular blockbuster film. Original.

Defines nine hundred terms used by police officers in their daily work

Felony squad commander Joe Lawless assigns hypochondriac George Benton to the cold-trail case of an angry psychopath known only as Dart Man, while detectives Piccolo and Stein take on a crash-and-dash gang. Original.