100 Best Encyclopedias Books of All Time

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Animal Farm book cover1

Animal Farm

George Orwell and Christopher Hitchens

5.0
Animal Farm is one of the most famous warnings ever written. Orwell's immortal satire - 'against Stalin' as he wrote to his French translator - can be read on many levels. With its piercing clarity and deceptively simple style it is no surprise that this novel is required reading for schoolchildren and politicians alike. This fable of the steadfast horses Boxer and Clover, the opportunistic pigs S
The Hero With a Thousand Faces book cover2

The Hero With a Thousand Faces

Joseph Campbell

4.9

The first popular work to combine the spiritual and psychological insights of modern psychoanalysis with the archetypes of world mythology, the book creates a roadmap for navigating the frustrating path of contemporary life. Examining heroic myths in the light of modern psychology, it considers not only the patterns and stages of mythology but also its relevance to our lives today--and to the life

A People's History of the United States book cover3

A People's History of the United States

Howard Zinn

4.9
"A wonderful, splendid book--a book that should be ready by every American, student or otherwise, who wants to understand his country, its true history, and its hope for the future." --Howard Fast

With a new introduction by Anthony Arnove, this edition of the classic national bestseller chronicles American history from the bottom up, throwing out the official narrative taught in schools—with its em
On Writing Well: The Classic Guide To Writing Nonfiction book cover4

On Writing Well: The Classic Guide To Writing Nonfiction

William Zinsser

4.8
On Writing Well has been praised for its sound advice, its clarity and the warmth of its style. It is a book for everybody who wants to learn how to write or who needs to do some writing to get through the day, as almost everybody does in the age of e-mail and the Internet. Whether you want to write about people or places, science and technology, business, sports, the arts or about yourself in the
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The Case for Christ: A Journalist's Personal Investigation of the Evidence for Jesus

Lee Strobel

4.8
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER! OVER 5 MILLION COPIES SOLD!

Is there credible evidence that Jesus of Nazareth really is the Son of God? Former atheist and Chicago Tribune journalist Lee Strobel says yes! In this revised and updated bestseller, The Case for Christ, Strobel cross-examines a dozen experts with doctorates from schools such as Cambridge, Princeton, and Brandeis, asking hard-hitting questio
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The God Delusion

Richard Dawkins

4.7
In his sensational international bestseller, the preeminent scientist and outspoken atheist Richard Dawkins delivers a hard-hitting, impassioned, but humorous, rebuttal of religious belief. With rigor and wit, Dawkins eviscerates the arguments for religion and demonstrates the supreme improbability of the existence of a supreme being. He makes a compelling case that faith is not just irrational bu
Economics in One Lesson book cover7

Economics in One Lesson

Henry Hazlitt

4.7
Here is a publishing event: the new Mises Institute edition of the classic book that has taught many millions sound economic thinking. It is a hardbound volume, priced very low thanks to special benefactors, and now available in quantity discounts for distribution to your friends, family, and anyone you meet who needs to understand what economics implies for the society, government, and civilizati
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Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat: Mastering the Elements of Good Cooking

Samin Nosrat

4.6
Now a Netflix series WINNER OF THE FORTNUM & MASON BEST DEBUT FOOD BOOK 2018 Sunday Times Food Book of the Year and New York Times bestseller While cooking at Chez Panisse at the start of her career, Samin Nosrat noticed that amid the chaos of the kitchen there were four key principles that her fellow chefs would always fall back on to make their food better: Salt, Fat, Acid and Heat. By mastering
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The Road

Cormac McCarthy

4.5
A searing, postapocalyptic novel destined to become Cormac McCarthy’s masterpiece.

A father and his son walk alone through burned America. Nothing moves in the ravaged landscape save the ash on the wind. It is cold enough to crack stones, and when the snow falls it is gray. The sky is dark. Their destination is the coast, although they don’t know what, if anything, awaits them there. They have noth
Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs (Llewellyn's Sourcebook Series) book cover10

Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs (Llewellyn's Sourcebook Series)

Scott Cunningham

4.4
Do you work magic with herbs? Do you use them in spells, for talismans or simply use their innate powers? If you don't have Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs, you need to get it right away. This book has become a classic in its field. Paul Beyerl, a respected author on herbs calls it "…an essential reference book by students of herbalism and magick alike … Scott's personable charm touches
The Road to Serfdom: Text and Documents--The Definitive Edition book cover11

The Road to Serfdom: Text and Documents--The Definitive Edition

F. A. Hayek

4.4
An unimpeachable classic work in political philosophy, intellectual and cultural history, and economics, The Road to Serfdom has inspired and infuriated politicians, scholars, and general readers for half a century. Originally published in 1944—when Eleanor Roosevelt supported the efforts of Stalin, and Albert Einstein subscribed lock, stock, and barrel to the socialist program—The Road to Serfdom
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The Guns of August

Barbara Tuchman

4.3
"More dramatic than fiction...THE GUNS OF AUGUST is a magnificent narrative--beautifully organized, elegantly phrased, skillfully paced and sustained....The product of painstaking and sophisticated research."
CHICAGO TRIBUNE
Historian and Pulitzer Prize-winning author Barbara Tuchman has brought to life again the people and events that led up to Worl War I. With attention to fascinating detail, and
The New Encyclopedia of Modern Bodybuilding: The Bible of Bodybuilding, Fully Updated and Revised book cover13

The New Encyclopedia of Modern Bodybuilding: The Bible of Bodybuilding, Fully Updated and Revised

Arnold Schwarzenegger

4.3
From elite bodybuilding competitors to gymnasts, from golfers to fitness gurus, anyone who works out with weights must own this book—a book that only Arnold Schwarzenegger could write, a book that has earned its reputation as “the bible of bodybuilding.”

Inside, Arnold covers the very latest advances in both weight training and bodybuilding competition, with new sections on diet and nutrition, spor
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The Know-It-All: One Man's Humble Quest to Become the Smartest Person in the World

A. J. Jacobs

4.3
Part memoir and part education (or lack thereof), The Know-It-All chronicles NPR contributor A.J. Jacobs's hilarious, enlightening, and seemingly impossible quest to read the Encyclopaedia Britannica from A to Z.

33,000 Pages
44 Million Words
10 Billion Years Of History
1 Obsessed Man

To fill the ever-widening gaps in his Ivy League education, A.J. Jacobs sets for himself the daunting task of reading
Ben Hogan's Five Lessons: The Modern Fundamentals of Golf book cover15

Ben Hogan's Five Lessons: The Modern Fundamentals of Golf

Ben Hogan, Herbert Warren Wind, et al.

4.3
an alternate cover edition can be found here

A timeless classic with nearly one million copies in print, Ben Hogan’s Five Lessons outlines the building blocks of winning golf from one of the all-time masters of the sport—fully illustrated with drawings and diagrams to improve your game instantly.

Ben Hogan, one of the greatest golfers in the history of the sport, believed that any golfer with averag
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Little Kids First Big Book of Space (National Geographic Kids)

Catherine D. Hughes

4.2
This beautiful book is the latest addition to the National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book series. These colorful pages will introduce young children to the wonders of space, with colorful illustrations by David Aguilar and simple text that is perfect for beginning readers or for reading aloud. The book will explain basic concepts of space, beginning with what is most familiar to kids and ex
Encyclopedia of Crystals, Revised and Expanded book cover17

Encyclopedia of Crystals, Revised and Expanded

Judy Hall

4.2
Crystals contain ancient power, we just have to learn to tap into it. The Encyclopedia of Crystals is an illustrated compendium to all types of crystals.

These aren't simple stones; when the right crystal is used appropriately, it's power can physically heal, invigorate, cultivate love, and even boost creativity. In The Encyclopedia of Crystals, crystal expert Judy Hall draws on over 30 years' exp
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Encyclopedia Brown Box Set (4 Books)

Donald J. Sobol

4.2
Perfect for aspiring sleuths--master crime-solver Encyclopedia Brown lets you crack the cases along with him!

A set of the first four books in the classic mystery series starring everyone's favorite boy detective Encyclopedia Brown! Whether Encyclopedia is solving cases for his neighborhood friends or his chief-of-police dad, he always has an intriguing mystery to crack.
Set includes: Encyclopedia
The Complete Illustrated Encyclopedia Of Dinosaurs & Prehistoric Creatures: The Ultimate Illustrated Reference Guide To More Than 1000 Dinosaurs And Prehistoric Creatures, With 2000 Specially Commissioned Watercolours, Maps And Photographs book cover19

The Complete Illustrated Encyclopedia Of Dinosaurs & Prehistoric Creatures: The Ultimate Illustrated Reference Guide To More Than 1000 Dinosaurs And Prehistoric Creatures, With 2000 Specially Commissioned Watercolours, Maps And Photographs

Dougal Dixon

4.2
Ever since giant fossils were discovered in the western world more than 200 years ago, dinosaurs or "terrible lizards" as they were named, have captured the public imagination. New discoveries and excavations continue to make dinosaurs an endless subject of fascination, and each new find has added or confirmed a different dimension to our understanding of the world of prehistoric creatures. This s
Countries of the World: A Visual World Geography Encyclopedia for Kids (DK Our World in Pictures) book cover20

Countries of the World: A Visual World Geography Encyclopedia for Kids (DK Our World in Pictures)

DK

4.2

Packed with more than 1,000 incredible images and full of fascinating facts, this beautiful children’s book takes you on an exciting round-the-globe tour, with a stopover in every nation on every continent!Did you know that Cuba’s national sport is baseball, one of the most popular sports in the US? And that kids in both Japan and Chile have earthquake drills on their school schedule? Find out abo

Mastering the Art of French Cooking book cover21

Mastering the Art of French Cooking

Julia Child

4.2
For over fifty years, New York Times bestseller Mastering the Art of French Cooking has been the definitive book on the subject for American readers. Featuring 524 delicious recipes, in its pages home cooks will find something for everyone, from seasoned experts to beginners who love good food and long to reproduce the savory delights of French cuisine, from historic Gallic masterpieces to the see
The Animal Book: A Visual Encyclopedia of Life on Earth (Smithsonian) book cover22

The Animal Book: A Visual Encyclopedia of Life on Earth (Smithsonian)

David Burnie

4.2
Our world is filled with extraordinary diversity, from amoebas to zebras, from tiny toadstools to giant oaks. The wonders of the natural world are on display in "The Animal Book." This guide to life on our planet is packed full of information about creatures big and small. This tome is structured according to scientific classification, with straightforward explanations of more than 1,500 specimens
Knowledge Encyclopedia Human Body!: Human Anatomy as You've Never Seen It Before book cover23

Knowledge Encyclopedia Human Body!: Human Anatomy as You've Never Seen It Before

DK

4.2

Explore the human body as you’ve never known before with this ultimate kid’s guide to what goes on under our skin. Forming part of a fantastic series of kid's educational books, this bold and brilliant kid's encyclopedia uses ground-breaking CGI imagery to reveal the human body as you've never seen it before. Informative, diverse in subject matter, easy-to-read and brimming with beautiful graphics

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The 2027 Old Farmer's Almanac Trade Edition

Old Farmer's Almanac

4.2

The Old Farmer’s Almanac makes every day “useful, with a pleasant degree of humor” as it has since 1792, and, with the 2027 edition, it continues this tradition. Trusted by generations from all walks of life for its accuracy and honesty, the Almanac delivers fun facts, predictions, illustrated articles, and advice across many interest areas to readers who live—and aspire to live—close to the earth

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Ocean Anatomy: The Curious Parts and Pieces of the World under the Sea

Julia Rothman

4.2
Julia Rothman’s best-selling illustrated Anatomy series takes a deep dive into the wonders of the sea with Ocean Anatomy. Follow Rothman’s inquisitive mind and engaging artwork along shorelines, across the open ocean, and below the waves to explore the hows and whys of the watery universe, from how the world’s oceans formed to why the sea is salty. Oceanic phenomena such as rogue waves, anatomical
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Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine

Andrew Chevallier

4.2
Helpful to enthusiasts and professionals alike, these volumes provide extensive coverage of hundreds of conditions and their remedies, including their sources and symptoms. Up-to-date research and in-depth explanations of today's most popular alternative therapies are enhanced by step-by-step photos of typical treatments, as well as symptoms charts and remedy ratings.
The Encyclopedia of Country Living, 50th Anniversary Edition: The Original Manual for Living off the Land & Doing It Yourself book cover27

The Encyclopedia of Country Living, 50th Anniversary Edition: The Original Manual for Living off the Land & Doing It Yourself

Carla Emery

4.2
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Super Deluxe Essential Handbook (Pokémon): The Need-to-Know Stats and Facts on Over 800 Characters

Scholastic

4.2
The new edition of the bestselling Deluxe Essential Handbook is here - and it includes all-new Pokémon! With 496 color pages and info on over 800 Pokémon, this is a must-have for kids of all ages.
If you want to catch 'em all, you gotta read about 'em all!

This revised and updated edition of the mega-bestselling Essential Handbook and Deluxe Essential Handbook has all the stats and facts kids need
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The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild — Creating a Champion

Nintendo

4.2
This oversized hardcover is the ultimate companion to the award-winning video game The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and includes material from its DLC packs. Witness the making of a champion!

This book features:

• Nearly 50 pages of sketches and official illustrations from Takumi Wada

• 296 Pages of design artwork and commentary about the making of the game from creators

• 55 Page historical
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Encyclopedia Brown, Boy Detective (Encyclopedia Brown, #1)

Donald J. Sobol

4.2
A Civil War sword...A watermelon stabbing...

Missing roller skates...

A trapeze artist's inheritance...

And an eyewitness who's legally blind!

Theses are just some of the ten brain-twisting mysteries that Encyclopedia Brown must solve by using his famous computerlike brain. Try to crack the cases along with him--the answer to all the mysteries are found in the back!
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History of the World Map by Map

DK Publishing

4.1
More than 140 detailed maps tell the story of pivotal episodes in world history, from the first human migrations out of Africa to the space race.

Custom regional and global maps present the history of the world in action, charting how events traced patterns on land and ocean--patterns of exploration, discovery, or conquest that created empires, colonies, or theaters of war. Thoughtful organization
Super Duper Extra Deluxe Essential Handbook (Pokémon) (Pokémon) book cover32

Super Duper Extra Deluxe Essential Handbook (Pokémon) (Pokémon)

Scholastic

4.1

The latest edition of the bestselling Super Extra Deluxe Essential Handbook is here -- and it includes all-new Pokémon! With 640 color pages and info on more than 1,000 Pokémon, this is a must-have for Pokémon fans of all ages.Gotta catch 'em all! This revised and updated edition of the mega-bestselling Essential Handbook and Super Extra Deluxe Essential Handbook has all the stats and facts fans n

The Crystal Bible: A Definitive Guide to Crystals book cover33

The Crystal Bible: A Definitive Guide to Crystals

Judy Hall

4.1
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Encyclopedia of Counseling: Master Review and Tutorial for the National Counselor Examination, State Counseling Exams, and the Counselor Preparation Comprehensive Examination

Howard Rosenthal

4.1
With more questions and answers than any other edition, the Encyclopedia of Counseling, Fourth Edition, is still the only book you need to pass the NCE, CPCE, and other counseling exams. Every chapter has new and updated material and is still written in Dr. Rosenthal's lively, user-friendly style counselors know and love. The book's new and improved coverage incorporates a range of vital topics,
35

Science: The Definitive Visual Guide

NA

4.1
This is the complete illustrated science encyclopedia covering the history, key discoveries, inventions and people. This remarkable reference book reveals the story of scientific progress from the invention of the wheel to 21st-century climate solutions, including everything from ancient Greek geometry and quantum physics to the worldwide web. Explore every key moment of scientific discovery and f
36

The Lupus Encyclopedia: A Comprehensive Guide for Patients and Families

Donald E. Thomas Jr. MD FACP FACR

4.1
Systemic lupus erythematosus is an autoimmune disease that can affect any system and organ in the body. For the 1.4 million people in the United States who have lupus, their overactive immune system senses that different parts of the body do not belong—and it attacks these parts. The immune system may strike the cells that line the joints or tendons, for example, causing pain and swelling. An incr
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The Dog Encyclopedia for Kids

Tammy Gagne

4.1
Icelandic Sheepdogs are born with extra toes. Dalmatians are born without spots. Some Siberian Huskies have one blue eye and one brown eye. Learn all about the characteristics of various dog breeds and much more! Packed with amazing photographs and fun facts, dog owners and fans will get an in-depth look at these curious, lovable canines.
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History of the World Map by Map (DK History Map by Map)

DK

4.1
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Encyclopaedia of Medical Astrology

Howard Leslie Cornell

4.1
This encyclopedia stands alone as the best, most thorough text on medical astrology ever written. The product of nearly two decades of careful study and experimentation, the Encyclopaedia of Medical Astrology is the only book ever to comprehensively compile the research carried out by generations of doctors, healers, occultists, and astrologists.


Expertly prepared by the brilliant and esteemed Dr.
The Legend of Zelda: Encyclopedia book cover40

The Legend of Zelda: Encyclopedia

Nintendo

4.1
This 320-page book is an exhaustive guide to The Legend of Zelda from the original The Legend of Zelda to Twilight Princess HD.

A comprehensive collection of enemies and items, potions to poes, an expansion of the lore touched upon in Hyrule Historia, concept art, screencaps, maps, main characters and how they relate, languages, and much, much more, including an exclusive interview with Series Prod
Nature Anatomy book cover41

Nature Anatomy

Julia Rothman

4.1

See the world in a new way! Acclaimed illustrator Julia Rothman celebrates the diverse curiosities and beauty of the natural world in this exciting new volume. With whimsically hip illustrations, every page is an extraordinary look at all kinds of subjects, from mineral formation and the inside of a volcano to what makes sunsets, monarch butterfly migration, the ecosystem of a rotting log, the par

42

The Vegetable Gardener's Bible

Edward C. Smith

4.1
Smith’s legendary high-yield gardening method emphasizes wide rows, organic methods, raised beds, and deep soil. Succeed with fussy plants, try new and unusual varieties, and learn how to innovatively extend your growing season. With thorough profiles of hundreds of popular varieties, The Vegetable Gardener’s Bible provides expert information and an inspiring roadmap for gardeners of all skill lev
Long Range Shooting Handbook: The Complete Beginner's Guide to Precision Rifle Shooting book cover43

Long Range Shooting Handbook: The Complete Beginner's Guide to Precision Rifle Shooting

Ryan M Cleckner

4.1
25% of this book's proceeds will be donated to two military charities: the Special Operation Warrior Foundation and the Sua Sponte Foundation. This book is the complete beginner's guide to long range shooting written in simple every-day language so that it's easy to follow. Included are personal tips and best advice from my years of special operations sniper schooling and experience, and as a snip
The Rock and Gem Book: And Other Treasures of the Natural World (DK Our World in Pictures) book cover44

The Rock and Gem Book: And Other Treasures of the Natural World (DK Our World in Pictures)

DK

4.1

Packed with more than 1,200 incredible images you can discover the world’s most precious and fascinating objects, from rocks and gems to fossils and shells.Earth's extraordinary minerals, gems, shells, and fossils are all on dazzling display in this essential visual encyclopedia for children. The Rock and Gem Book is an indispensable guide to the natural world’s most remarkable treasures the book

Wildlife Anatomy: The Curious Lives & Features of Wild Animals around the World book cover45

Wildlife Anatomy: The Curious Lives & Features of Wild Animals around the World

Julia Rothman

4.1
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Rose Book of Bible Charts, Maps and Time Lines

Rose Publishing

4.1

10th Anniversary Edition of Rose Book of Bible Charts, Maps and Time Lines, Volume 1 features over 200 Bible Charts, Maps, and Timelines―and includes MORE pages, 6 EXTRA topics, updated information, and a bonus 24” fold-out on Jesus’ Family Tree.The #1 Bible reference book celebrates its 10th anniversary with an updated 230-page edition that features more Bible maps, charts, and illustrations than

Trees, Leaves, Flowers and Seeds: A Visual Encyclopedia of the Plant Kingdom book cover47

Trees, Leaves, Flowers and Seeds: A Visual Encyclopedia of the Plant Kingdom

DK

4.1
A unique guide to the extraordinary world of plants, from the smallest seeds to the tallest trees.

We couldn't live without plants. We need them for food, shelter, and even the air we breathe, yet we know surprisingly little about them. Why do thistles bristle with spines? How do some plants trap and eat insects? Did you know there are trees that are 5,000 years old? Trees, Leaves, Flowers & Seeds
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Marvel Encyclopedia New Edition

Alan Cowsill, Melanie Scott, James Hill

4.1

The official and definitive guide to the characters of the dynamic, ever-expanding Marvel Universe – now updated with more than 1,200 iconic Super Heroes and villains.Filled with superb artwork and illustrated characters from the original Marvel Comics, this is the one book every fan has to own – and the only book that covers the full scope of the vibrant Marvel Comics universe.The most comprehens

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Animals: A Visual Encyclopedia

DK

4.1
Following in the footsteps of DK's bestselling adult title Animal, which sold in excess of 2 million copies, Animals: A Visual Encyclopedia reveals the wonders of the animal kingdom to a younger readership.
Structured by animal group with separate entries for every notable type of animal, from ants and aardvarks to wasps and wallabies Fact files provide key information on behavior, distribution, di
Vincent Van Gogh: The Complete Paintings book cover50

Vincent Van Gogh: The Complete Paintings

Ingo F Walther

4.1
Van Gogh, who took up a variety of professions before becoming an artist, was a solitary, despairing and self-destructive man. This richly illustrated and expert study follows the artist from the early gloom-laden paintings in which he captured the misery of peasants and workers in his homeland, through his bright and colorful Parisian period, to the work of his final years, spent under a southern
The Professor and the Madman: A Tale of Murder, Insanity and the Making of the Oxford English Dictionary book cover51

The Professor and the Madman: A Tale of Murder, Insanity and the Making of the Oxford English Dictionary

Simon Winchester

4.1
The Professor and the Madman, masterfully researched and eloquently written, is an extraordinary tale of madness, genius, and the incredible obsessions of two remarkable men that led to the making of the Oxford English Dictionary -- and literary history. The compilation of the OED, begun in 1857, was one of the most ambitious projects ever undertaken. As definitions were collected, the overseeing
Wine Folly: Magnum Edition: The Master Guide book cover52

Wine Folly: Magnum Edition: The Master Guide

Madeline Puckette

4.1
JAMES BEARD AWARD WINNER

The expanded wine guide from the creators of Wine Folly, packed with new information for devotees and newbies alike.


Wine Folly became a sensation for its inventive, easy-to-digest approach to learning about wine. Now in a new, expanded hardcover edition, Wine Folly: Magnum Edition is the perfect guide for anyone looking to take his or her wine knowledge to the next le
The Julia Rothman Collection: Farm Anatomy, Nature Anatomy, and Food Anatomy book cover53

The Julia Rothman Collection: Farm Anatomy, Nature Anatomy, and Food Anatomy

Julia Rothman

4.1
This handsome box set provides hours of enlightening entertainment for those curious about the natural world, farm life, and food. Best-selling author and illustrator Julia Rothman presents Farm Anatomy, Nature Anatomy, and Food Anatomy in a specially designed slipcase with 10 framable prints. Rothman’s popular line drawings offer a whimsical and educational guide to life on a farm, nature’s hidde
Little Kids First Big Book of Bugs (National Geographic Kids) book cover54

Little Kids First Big Book of Bugs (National Geographic Kids)

Catherine D. Hughes

4.1
The experts at National Geographic present a delightful reference that introduces young children to bugs of all kinds: big and small, jumping and crawling, colorful and creepy. This charming book explores backyard favorites, such as ladybugs and lightning bugs, and introduces kids to more exotic species that inhabit rain forests and deserts around the world. Colorful photos are paired with profile
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Dinosaurs: A Visual Encyclopedia, 2nd Edition

DK

4.1
Kids can go on a visual tour of the prehistoric world, exploring the plants, the reptiles, the swimmers, the flyers, the dinosaurs, the mammals, and more in this comprehensive and fully updated visual celebration of prehistoric life.

Dinosaurs is not simply a catalog of facts--it is a visual celebration of the history of all life on Earth, with a special focus on dinosaurs. It features more than 10
The Chicken Encyclopedia: An Illustrated Reference book cover56

The Chicken Encyclopedia: An Illustrated Reference

Gail Damerow

4.1
From addled to wind egg and crossed beak to zygote, the terminology of everything chicken is demystified in The Chicken Encyclopedia. Complete with breed descriptions, common medical concerns, and plenty of chicken trivia, this illustrated A-to-Z reference guide is both informative and entertaining. Covering tail types, breeding, molting, communication, and much more, Gail Damerow provides answers
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Picturepedia

DK

4.1
A mini-encyclopedia on every page!

10,000 stunning photographs and illustrations catalog the wonders of history, space, the natural world, and more in Picturepedia. Bringing together an amazing array of images to explain every topic under the sun — and beyond, Picturepedia is the ultimate resource for kids ages 9– 12.

Chapters on science and technology, nature, geography, culture, sports and hobbies
National Park Quarters Collector's Quarter Folder 2010-2021: 50 States, District of Columbia & Territories book cover58

National Park Quarters Collector's Quarter Folder 2010-2021: 50 States, District of Columbia & Territories

Warman's

4.1
Coin folders have a long, distinguished legacy as being most people's first exposure to coin collecting hobby. Everyone either has or knows someone who has been given a coin folder as a child and gone on to fill it with cents, nickels, dimes, or quarters.

The state quarter program has been one of the most successful in the U.S. Mint's history. It has brought collecting to the mainstream. Riding on
Little Kids First Big Book of Dinosaurs (First Big Book National Geographic Kids) book cover59

Little Kids First Big Book of Dinosaurs (First Big Book National Geographic Kids)

Catherine D. Hughes

4.1
The third title in National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book series, this book is for kids 4- to 8-years-old who LOVE dinos! The prehistoric world comes alive with dinosaurs small, big, giant, and gigantic, with stunning illustrations by Franco Tempesta—who illustrated National Geographic Kids The Ultimate Dinopedia. Bursting with fun facts and age appropriate information, each spread feature
Ben Hogan's Five Lessons: The Modern Fundamentals of Golf book cover60

Ben Hogan's Five Lessons: The Modern Fundamentals of Golf

Ben Hogan

4.1
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Ocean: A Visual Encyclopedia

DK

4.1
A stunning visual encyclopedia for kids, packed with stunning photography and amazing facts on every aspect of ocean life. From the Arctic to the Caribbean, tiny plankton to giant whales, sandy beaches to the deepest depths, our oceans are brought to life with astonishing images, simple, stylish graphics, and crystal-clear text explanations in Ocean: A Visual Encyclopedia.

DK's Visual Encyclopedias
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The Secret Teachings of All Ages

Manly P Hall

4.1
A classic since 1928, this masterly encyclopedia of ancient mythology, ritual, symbolism, and the arcane mysteries of the ages is available for the first time in a compact "reader's edition."

Like no other book of the twentieth century, Manly P. Hall's legendary The Secret Teachings of All Ages is a codex to the ancient occult and esoteric traditions of the world. Students of hidden wisdom, ancient
The Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells: The Ultimate Reference Book for the Magical Arts book cover63

The Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells: The Ultimate Reference Book for the Magical Arts

Judika Illes

4.1
Enter the world of folklore, myth, and magic.



Discover binding spells and banishing spells, spells for love, luck, wealth, power, spiritual protection, physical healing, and enhanced fertility drawn from Earth’s every corner and spanning 5,000 years og magical history.



In The Encyclopedia Of 5,000 Spells: The Ultimate Reference Book for the Magical Arts, independent scholar, educator and author of s
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The Encyclopedia of Demons and Demonology

Rosemary Ellen Guiley and John Zaffis

4.0
The Encyclopedia of Demons and Demonology explores this dark aspect of folklore and religion and the role that demons play in the modern world. This comprehensive resource presents more than 400 entries and more than 80 black-and-white photographs documenting beliefs about demons and demonology from ancient history to the present.
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Little Kids First Big Book of Animals (National Geographic Kids)

Catherine D. Hughes

4.0
The National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Animals is an adorable animal reference sure to be welcomed by parents and librarians alike. Filled with fluffy and scaly creatures big and small, this appealing book introduces the youngest explorers to the world of wildlife, using a child-friendly format inspired by the blockbuster National Geographic Little Kids magazine. This exciting new r
Bushcraft 101: A Field Guide to the Art of Wilderness Survival book cover66

Bushcraft 101: A Field Guide to the Art of Wilderness Survival

Dave Canterbury

4.0
“With advice on not just getting along, but truly reconnecting with the great outdoors, Dave Canterbury’s treasure trove of world-renowned wisdom and experience comes to life within these pages.” —Bustle

A New York Times Bestseller in Sports and Travel!

The ultimate resource for experiencing the backcountry!

Written by survivalist expert Dave Canterbury, Bushcraft 101 gets you ready for your next ba
Floriography: An Illustrated Guide to the Victorian Language of Flowers (Volume 1) (Hidden Languages) book cover67

Floriography: An Illustrated Guide to the Victorian Language of Flowers (Volume 1) (Hidden Languages)

Jessica Roux

4.0
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Little Kids First Big Book of the Ocean (National Geographic Kids)

Catherine D. Hughes

4.0
National Geographic Kids First Big Book of the Ocean is an adorable animal reference that includes the sea's high-interest animals, such as dolphins, sharks, sea otters, and penguins, and introduces kids to some of its lesser-known creatures. More than 100 charming animal photos illustrate the profiles, with facts about the creatures' sizes, diets, homes, and more. This book will quickly become a
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Kleines Lexikon Der Agyptologie

Wolfgang Helck, Eberhard Otto

4.0
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National Geographic Animal Encyclopedia: 2,500 Animals with Photos, Maps, and More!

Lucy Spelman

4.0
Hey, why is that funny-looking monkey on TV hanging upside down? Is that fuzzy, chubby guy in the back yard a woodchuck or a groundhog? Now you can find answers to these and hundreds more questions and curiosities right at your fingertips! Featuring 2,500 species and packed with stunning color photographs, amazing animal facts, maps, and more, the new National Geographic Kids Animal Encyclopedia i
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2010 Britannica Book of the Year

Inc. Encyclopaedia Britannica

4.0
72

My Encyclopedia of Very Important Things: For Little Learners Who Want to Know Everything

DK Publishing

4.0
Shortlisted for the Best Children's Book in the Junior Design Awards 2017

Shortlisted for the School Library Association Information Book Award 2017

Full of fun facts, colourful illustrations, and games that will feed a child's imagination and quench their thirst for knowledge, whilst supporting the National Curriculum. My Encyclopedia of Very Important Things is the perfect book for children from 4
The Old Farmer's Almanac Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook: Essential Step-by-Step Advice for Growing Vegetables and Achieving Success book cover73

The Old Farmer's Almanac Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook: Essential Step-by-Step Advice for Growing Vegetables and Achieving Success

Old Farmer's Almanac

4.0

Whether you’ve never touched a trowel in your life or have been harvesting at home for decades, you’re sure to grow your best vegetable garden ever with this easy-to-use guide from The Old Farmer’s Almanac—America’s trusted gardening resource since 1792!All of the information that you need for vegetable success is right here at your garden-gloved fingertips . . .Read step-by-step advice on growing

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Grosses Handworterbuch Deutsch Agyptisch

Rainer Hannig

4.0
The Official Red Book®: A Guide Book of United States Coins, 2027, 80th Edition – The Definitive Grade-by-Grade U.S. Coin Collecting & Retail Price ... History, Grading, GSID, & Color Images book cover75

The Official Red Book®: A Guide Book of United States Coins, 2027, 80th Edition – The Definitive Grade-by-Grade U.S. Coin Collecting & Retail Price ... History, Grading, GSID, & Color Images

Jeff Garrett, John Feigenbaum

4.0

Celebrating 80 Years of United States Coin Pricing & Over 26 Million Copies Sold!!The all-new 2027 edition of The Official Red Book®: A Guide Book of United States Coins marks the 80th anniversary of the world’s best-selling coin price guide and the hobby’s most trusted reference. For eight decades, the Red Book has answered the essential questions collectors ask: What’s this coin? How rare is it?

Marijuana Horticulture: The Indoor/Outdoor Medical Grower's Bible book cover76

Marijuana Horticulture: The Indoor/Outdoor Medical Grower's Bible

Jorge Cervantes

4.0
This is the ultimate guide to all forms of marijuana growing, expanded and completely rewritten to include information on grow rooms, greenhouses and outdoor growing. Over 1100 colour photos illustrate every detail - and numerous simple cultivation solutions make for easy appeal to novice growers.
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History: From the Dawn of Civilization to the Present Day

Smithsonian Institution

4.0
History tells the story of mankind from prehistory to the present day using a unique visual approach, filled with timelines, images of artifacts, photography, graphics, and more. Now in its third edition, this much-loved classic has been revised and updated to bring today's current events into wider context and includes all new material on the global recession, green technologies, and the Internet
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Human Body: A Visual Encyclopedia

DK

4.0
Next in the bestselling tradition of Animals: A Visual Encyclopedia and the first substantial human body encyclopedia aimed at young children, Human Body: A Visual Encyclopedia entertains and excites, while putting key biological information at young readers' fingertips. Employing a dynamic visual approach, this children's encyclopedia explains how the body works through pictures, making the subje
Man and His Symbols book cover79

Man and His Symbols

Carl G. Jung

4.0
Man and His Symbols owes its existence to one of Jung's own dreams. The great psychologist dreamed that his work was understood by a wide public, rather than just by psychiatrists, and therefore he agreed to write and edit this fascinating book. Here, Jung examines the full world of the unconscious, whose language he believed to be the symbols constantly revealed in dreams. Convinced that dreams o
The Perfect Loaf: The Craft and Science of Sourdough Breads, Sweets, and More: A Baking Book book cover80

The Perfect Loaf: The Craft and Science of Sourdough Breads, Sweets, and More: A Baking Book

Maurizio Leo

4.0

JAMES BEARD AWARD WINNER • IACP AWARD WINNER • NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A dynamic, authoritative sourdough baking bible for those looking to build confidence in the craft with a wide range of foolproof recipes, from pan loaves to pizza to doughnuts, by the beloved blogger and resident bread baker at Food52“Maurizio Leo has given all bread-heads, whether newbies or experienced bakers, the ideal

The Drunken Botanist: The Plants That Create the World's Great Drinks book cover81

The Drunken Botanist: The Plants That Create the World's Great Drinks

Amy Stewart

4.0
Every great drink starts with a plant. Sake began with a grain of rice. Scotch emerged from barley. Gin was born from a conifer shrub when a Dutch physician added oil of juniper to a clear spirit, believing that juniper berries would cure kidney disorders. "The Drunken Botanist" uncovers the enlightening botanical history and the fascinating science and chemistry of over 150 plants, flowers, trees
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Timelines of Everything

DK

4.0
Explore an illustrated history of the world through timelines for kids. From dinosaurs and Vikings to the history of robots and espionage, discover incredible world history in this lavish collection of timelines.

Jam-packed with surprising facts and amazing details, such as the most bloodthirsty pirate of all time and the first crime to be solved by studying fingerprints, Timelines of Everything wi
Week-by-Week Vegetable Gardener's Handbook: Perfectly Timed Gardening for Your Most Bountiful Harvest Ever book cover83

Week-by-Week Vegetable Gardener's Handbook: Perfectly Timed Gardening for Your Most Bountiful Harvest Ever

Jennifer Kujawski

4.0
Whether you’re a seasoned gardener determined to increase crop yields or starting your very first vegetable garden, the Week-by-Week Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook will help you manage your schedule and prioritize what’s important. Detailed weekly to-do lists break gardening down into simple and manageable tasks so that you always know what needs to be done and when to do it, from starting seeds an
Ornithography: An Illustrated Guide to Bird Lore & Symbolism (Hidden Languages Book 2) book cover84

Ornithography: An Illustrated Guide to Bird Lore & Symbolism (Hidden Languages Book 2)

Jessica Roux

4.0
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Ägyptisches Wörterbuch 1. Altes Reich Und Erste Zwischenzeit

Rainer Hannig

4.0
This monumental dictionary presents over 100,000 fully referenced entries, arranged topographically, which have been gathered from Old Kingdom and First Intermediate Period texts. The aim is to publish all important references'. The dictionary translates the entries into German but the references are more or less independent of language' and, as such, this dictionary will undoubtedly prove invalua
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Oxford English Dictionary Additions Series, Volume III

Michael Proffitt

4.0
This is the third in a major series of volumes supplementing the Second Edition of the Oxford English Dictionary. Volume 3 contains 3,000 new words and meanings from around the English-speaking world, including the UK (Citizen's Charter), North America (affluential, Clintonomics), Australia (beardie), and the West Indies (zouk).
A wide variety of subjects is covered, including the sciences (buckyb
The Flavor Bible: The Essential Guide to Culinary Creativity, Based on the Wisdom of America's Most Imaginative Chefs book cover87

The Flavor Bible: The Essential Guide to Culinary Creativity, Based on the Wisdom of America's Most Imaginative Chefs

Karen Page, Andrew Dornenburg

4.0
Winner of the 2009 James Beard Book Award for Best Book: Reference and Scholarship

Great cooking goes beyond following a recipe--it's knowing how to season ingredients to coax the greatest possible flavor from them. Drawing on dozens of leading chefs' combined experience in top restaurants across the country, Karen Page and Andrew Dornenburg present the definitive guide to creating "deliciousness"
Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (Hogwarts Library) book cover88

Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (Hogwarts Library)

J. K. Rowling

4.0
An approved textbook at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry since publication, Newt Scamander's masterpiece has entertained wizarding families through the generations. Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them is an indispensable introduction to the magical beasts of the Wizarding World. Scamander's years of travel and research have created a tome of unparalleled importance. Some of the beast
State Quarters 1999-2009: Collector's State Quarter Folder book cover89

State Quarters 1999-2009: Collector's State Quarter Folder

Warman's

4.0
The State Quarter program has made coin collecting cool. What other activity requires treasure hunting skills and knowledge of history, and delivers a decade of excitement, the thrill of hunting for errors, and an interest in U.S. history, and state pride? Treat yourself and your favorite fan of State Quarters to this beautiful three-panel coin folder, with 60 slots and intriguing anecdotes about
Shakespeare's Words: A Glossary and Language Companion book cover90

Shakespeare's Words: A Glossary and Language Companion

David Crystal

4.0
A vital resource for scholars, students and actors, this book contains glosses and quotes for over 14,000 words that could be misunderstood by or are unknown to a modern audience. Displayed panels look at such areas of Shakespeare's language as greetings, swear-words and terms of address. Plot summaries are included for all Shakespeare's plays and on the facing page is a unique diagramatic represe
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Der Neue Pauly: Enzyklopädie Der Antike

dcove

4.0
Encyclopedia of Electronic Components Volume 1: Resistors, Capacitors, Inductors, Switches, Encoders, Relays, Transistors book cover92

Encyclopedia of Electronic Components Volume 1: Resistors, Capacitors, Inductors, Switches, Encoders, Relays, Transistors

Charles Platt

4.0
Want to know how to use an electronic component? This first book of a three-volume set includes key information on electronics parts for your projects—complete with photographs, schematics, and diagrams. You’ll learn what each one does, how it works, why it’s useful, and what variants exist. No matter how much you know about electronics, you’ll find fascinating details you’ve never come across bef
The All New Ball Book Of Canning And Preserving: Over 350 of the Best Canned, Jammed, Pickled, and Preserved Recipes book cover93

The All New Ball Book Of Canning And Preserving: Over 350 of the Best Canned, Jammed, Pickled, and Preserved Recipes

Jarden Home Brands

4.0
From the experts at Jarden Home Brands, makers of Ball canning products, comes the first truly comprehensive canning guide created for today's home cooks. This modern handbook boasts more than 350 of the best recipes ranging from jams and jellies to jerkies, pickles, salsas, and more-including extender recipes to create brand new dishes using your freshly preserved farmer's market finds or vegetab
The Art of Fermentation: An in-Depth Exploration of Essential Concepts and Processes from Around the World book cover94

The Art of Fermentation: An in-Depth Exploration of Essential Concepts and Processes from Around the World

Sandor Ellix Katz

4.0
Winner of the 2013 James Beard Foundation Book Award for Reference and Scholarship, and a New York Times bestseller, The Art of Fermentation is the most comprehensive guide to do-it-yourself home fermentation ever published. Sandor Katz presents the concepts and processes behind fermentation in ways that are simple enough to guide a reader through their first experience making sauerkraut or yogurt
Zoology: Inside the Secret World of Animals book cover95

Zoology: Inside the Secret World of Animals

DK

4.0
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Anatomy Flashcards

Joanne Tillotson

4.0
Always study with the most up-to-date prep! Look for Anatomy Flashcards, Third Edition, ISBN 9781506223537, on sale November 7, 2017.
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Discovering the Wonders of Our World: A Guide to Nature's Scenic Marvels

Reader's Digest Association

4.0
A continent by continent tour of 138 of the most magnificent spots on the planet. More than 400 breathtaking color photographs. 140 maps and 107 illustrations and diagrams. Facts and background information about these wonders, including reports of explorers, geologists, and geographers. Special coverage of indigenous plants, animals and people. How natural forces shape the world.
Single, Dating, Engaged, Married: Navigating Life and Love in the Modern Age book cover98

Single, Dating, Engaged, Married: Navigating Life and Love in the Modern Age

Ben Stuart

4.0
ECPA Bestseller

Navigating the Four Critical Seasons of Relationship

The vast majority of young people will still pass through the key phases of singleness, dating, engagement and marriage in their twenties. Yet they are delaying marriage longer than any generation in human history. Why?

For the first time in history, the average age for an American woman having her first child, 26, is younger than
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The Encyclopedia of Witches and Witchcraft

Rosemary Ellen Guiley

4.0
Long the stuff of legend, witches and witchcraft have been associated with every variety of evil and mischief. This encyclopedia aims to dispel such notions, with a comprehensive guide to witchcraft throughout history and around the world.
Art: 2nd Edition book cover100

Art: 2nd Edition

Andrew Graham Dixon

4.0