Best Selling Books by David Petersen

The aesthetics of 81 full-color mandalas and the subtle power of the Tao blend to create a unique, transformative alchemy. This synergy of sacred circles and text is a potent tool for holistic meditation - a book that at once soothes the mind while feeding the soul!

Ideal for today''s young investigative reader, each A True Book includes lively sidebars, a glossary and index, plus a comprehensive "To Find Out More" section listing books, organizations, and Internet sites. A staple of library collections since the 1950s, the new A True Book series is the definitive nonfiction series for elementary school readers.

Ideal for today''s young investigative reader, each A True Book includes lively sidebars, a glossary and index, plus a comprehensive "To Find Out More" section listing books, organizations, and Internet sites. A staple of library collections since the 1950s, the new A True Book series is the definitive nonfiction series for elementary school readers.

A short introduction to the country of Italy.

Explores this area from its beginnings to recent times.

This 20th Anniversary Edition of David Petersen''s 1991 natural-history cult classic features new cover art by landscape master Thomas Aquinas Daly; original interior art by America''s leading woodcut artist, Michael McCurdy; a foreword by world-renowned deer and antler expert Valerius Geist; and updates and revisions throughout. Well-researched chapters cover the antlers, evolution, natural histories, and social lives of each of North America''s five deer species (white-tailed and mule deer, elk, moose, and caribou), as well as the extinct ''Irish elk,'' which carried antlers as wide as an SUV is long. Throughout, Petersen''s science is woven seamlessly into the author''s personal-narrative natural history, taking readers beyond mere facts and figures and into the field for personal encounters with antlers and the animals that wear them. Also included are a bibliography, deer taxonomy chart, and a fascinating interview with antler expert Valerius Geist. "Whether you''re a hunter, biologist, wildlife photographer or just a casual observer of nature, Racks is must reading if you''re interested in the phenomena of antler growth and development." -- Gary Wolfe (former CEO Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation) "When field observations are as well described as David Petersen''s are in Racks, they open up new insights even to scientists." -- Dr. Valerius Geist (from his foreword to Racks).

Tomb of Atlantis: There are 5 books in the Atlantis series: Hidden Courage; Tomb of Atlantis; Curse of Atlantis; Tomb of Zeus and Weapons of Atlantis. Please see recommended order of reading below. Hidden Courage: is the back story of the main character in the Atlantis series (Interesting, but not essential) Tomb of Atlantis: is book 1 Curse of Atlantis: is book 2 Tomb of Zeus: is book 3 Weapons of Atlantis: is book 4 Tomb of Atlantis: Young Jack Roberts is an adventurer. While flying up through the Caribbean many years ago, he spotted what he believed was a golden artifact resting on the ocean’s floor. Without the resources to investigate further, he snapped some photos and flew home. Years later, he makes a startling discovery. While watching an interview on TV, he sees an exact duplicate of the symbol he photographed now displayed on a set of ancient tablets reported to be 7,000 years old. With his curiosity piqued, he knows he must return. Jack’s new adventure leads him back to the Caribbean Sea in search of the golden artifact. While diving, he finds other ancient relics that point to the first real evidence of Atlantis. Excited and energized, he returns to the dive zone once more. Tragedy strikes and Jack is now forced to fight for his life. Violent storms and vicious predators force him beyond even his own endurance as he clings to an improvised raft, driven not just to survive, but to solve the 7,000-year-old mystery of Atlantis. 82,000 words

Ideal for today''s young investigative reader, each A True Book includes lively sidebars, a glossary and index, plus a comprehensive "To Find Out More" section listing books, organizations, and Internet sites. A staple of library collections since the 1950s, the new A True Book series is the definitive nonfiction series for elementary school readers.

Ideal for today''s young investigative reader, each A True Book includes lively sidebars, a glossary and index, plus a comprehensive "To Find Out More" section listing books, organizations, and Internet sites. A staple of library collections since the 1950s, the new A True Book series is the definitive nonfiction series for elementary school readers.

A large-format collection of color photographs with interspersed, double-spaced type explaining for the general and conservationist reader aspects of aspen groves, in chapters such as Heaven on Earth, a Modest Wood, and Life Renewed. No index or bibliography. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Recounts the life of Ishi, sole survivor of a small band of Yahi Indians, who was found in 1911 near Oroville, California.

The aesthetics of the mandala and the subtle power of the Tao create a unique opportunity for personal transformation. Combining the literary impact of materials from "A Fresh Look at the Way and its Virtues" with the artistic impact of 108 mandalas, this synergy of sacred circles and text is a potent tool for holistic meditation. The result is a book that at once soothes the mind while feeding the soul!

Describes the history, sights, and facilities of Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah.

It''s the summer of 1971, and Andy Hanson, a junior high student, lives a quiet, uneventful life in the New York City borough of Staten Island. Now, however, he must confront what was once a simple assumption: who is his friend? A chance encounter with a student--a young man Andy once wrote off as ''a waste of life''--provokes the youngster onto a tumultuous journey. As if the turmoil confronting Andy regarding who he believed were his friends and the social implications that this student has thrust upon him were not enough, a serial killer of young boys lurks in the shadows, waiting for his next opportunity. The ruthless killer''s activities drift along a path that will eventually cross the carefree pre-teen exploits of Andy and his friends. What remains of Andy''s friendships and his friends at the story''s end will prove how strong each was from the beginning.

Weapon of Atlantis: There are 5 books in the Atlantis series: Hidden Courage; Tomb of Atlantis; Curse of Atlantis; Tomb of Zeus and Weapon of Atlantis. Please see recommended order of reading below. Hidden Courage: is the back story of the main character in the Atlantis series (Interesting, but not essential) Tomb of Atlantis: is book 1 Curse of Atlantis: is book 2 Tomb of Zeus: is book 3 Weapons of Atlantis: is book 4 Weapons of Atlantis: Jack Roberts and Javier Arista have made a startling revelation: an alien spacecraft may exist under the ice in northern Greenland. As the two rush to the icy location in search of the seven thousand year old object, “others” are in hot pursuit. After a harrowing near-death catastrophe, the two find what they were looking for, but the magnitude of their discovery is far greater than they ever imagined. Buried deep within the crafts mission log, a secret weapon exists and government agents will stop at nothing to have it. Now, armed with blackmail, the agents force the two to do the impossible: locate the site of the alien secret weapon. Their journey takes them far beneath the ocean’s surface where tragedy and death seem to be a foregone conclusion. Only a miracle will save them.

This is the fifth in the series of lavishly illustrated coffee table photo-books in full color from the Davmandy Collection. As fans would anticipate, this new set of exquisite digital art blends the excitement of travel with layers of sophisticated photomanipulation to create a feast for the eye and inspiration for the soul. This beautiful collection is also available as a PDF or Kindle ebook.

It''s the final chapter of ''Yearbook''! Maps and Olive now have the entire gang involved in putting together the perfect yearbook-but which story will come out on top? With art and story by Eisner Award winners Faith Erin Hicks (ADVENTURES OF SUPERHERO GIRL), David Petersen (MOUSE GUARD), and Michael Dialynas (THE WOODS)!

This book offers a new and fruitful approach to a major area of Old Testament study. Expressing dissatisfaction with current critical theories of Israelite prophecy, which have regularly depended on the categories of office and charisma to designate essential features, Petersen looks instead to modern ''role theory'' for a conceptual apparatus which can take account not only of what prophets regularly did in common but also of the significant variety apparent in Israelite prophetic performance.

Describes the physical characteristics, habitats, and behaviors of moose.

Ideal for today''s young investigative reader, each A True Book includes lively sidebars, a glossary and index, plus a comprehensive "To Find Out More" section listing books, organizations, and Internet sites. A staple of library collections since the 1950s, the new A True Book series is the definitive nonfiction series for elementary school readers.

Animals. American History. Earth Science. Geography. Health. Space. True Books covers all this and more in photo-filled chapter books that provide a basic introduction to curriculum-relevant topics. Ideal for today''s young investigative reader, each True Book includes lively sidebars, a glossary and an index, plus a comprehensive To Find Out More section listing books, organizations, and Internet sites. A staple of library collections since the 1950s, and redesigned with a fresh new look in 1996, the new True Books series is the definitive nonfiction series for elementary school readers.

This is the fourth in the series of lavishly illustrated coffee table photo-books in full color from the Davmandy Collection. This selection of stunning images is the outcome of painstaking, layered photomanipulation starting from photographs gathered in dozens of countries over a period of decades. As fans of the series would anticipate, the results are colorful, whimsical, surprising, and bold. This beautiful collection is also available as a PDF or Kindle ebook.

Enjoy a further selection of more than 60 whimsical and imaginative images from the Davmandy Collection. As in "The Eye''s Mind", the excitement of travel blends with the alchemy of sophisticated photomanipulation software to create a feast for the discerning eye and the adventurous mind.

Describes the formation of the remarkable canyons in this national park in Arizona and discusses other things to see and do there.

Describes the mountains, waterfalls, glaciers, Giant Sequoia trees, wildlife, and other sights of interest in California''s Yosemite National Park.

Explores the history, geography, and culture found in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the second largest natural area in the eastern United States.

Children''s Press is pleased to introduce True Books for a new generation Completely redesigned for today''s young, investigative reader, True Books are an indispensable addition to any collection. Each book guides the reader through the facts that nurture their need to know.The new, dynamic True Books design features: -- an inviting and interactive page format -- a readable and attractive typeface -- large, bold, and brilliant full-color photographsThe True Books series takes the young reader beyond the standard, fact-filled text by adding avenues for further discovery. Each book includes a variety of sidebars, highlighting extra facts that will fascinate children. In the Important Words section, young readers will find a glossary of words that will both challenge and expand their vocabulary. Each book includes a To Find Out More section, where every curious reader can find a list of related books to read and organizations to contact.True Books also point readers to the vast electronic universe of information on the Internet. Each book will list: -- e-mail addresses to help the reader contact individuals and organizations -- appropriate newsgroups and mailing lists -- FTP sites to download fun and useful softwareBegun in the 1950s, True Books are universally embraced as the definitive nonfiction series for young readers. Now in its third incarnation, the True Books series has once again evolved to meet the needs and tastes of modern readers and educators.

Describes the formation and features of the canyons created by the force of the Colorado and Green Rivers in Utah.

Wake up your body with this unique program of solo, pair-work and ensemble exercises, inspired by the writings of the great directors from Stanislavsky onwards. Delve into the physical side of characterization with Laban, and learn practical ways of organizing rehearsals and movement improvisations. Topics include the power of physical expression, the motion of emotion, the plasticity of the body, and techniques for expanding reach-space. There are also illustrations, movement charts, and reference sections including mini-biographies of Copeau, Decroux, Barba and other prominent figures of the 20th century theater. Every performer needs to establish a connection with the audience, and the key to this is body language. Learn from the writings of the theater greats to develop as a professional, and as a person.

"Set in 1115, wise oldfur and longtime Mouse Guard member Celanawe fulfills the promise he made to tell young Lieam of the day his paw first touched the legendary weapon, the Black Axe. The arrival of distant kin takes Celanawe on an adventure that will carry him across the sea to to uncharted waters and lands all while unraveling the legend of Farrer, the blacksmith who forged the mythic axe."--Publisher''s description.

Lavishly illustrated in full color, this compact coffee table photo-book is ideal for display anywhere it can liven up the decor or simply help pass the time. The Rockies to the Carpathians, Nagasaki to Prague, the backwoods of New Zealand to the Australian surf, this is a trip around the world with a difference... The Davmandy Collection takes the excitement of travel as a departure point for the creation of exquisite digital art. The results are surprising, whimsical, and refreshing. The beautiful artwork in this collection is also available as a PDF or Kindle ebook.

This is the third in the series of lavishly illustrated coffee table photo-books in full color from the Davmandy Collection. Dozens of layered effects and countless hours of experimentation have culminated in this all new set of digital artwork based on adventures in Japan, New Zealand, Australia, Samoa, Canada, Spain, Belgium, Italy, Switzerland, the Czech Republic, and Malta. A unique and enchanting alchemy of cultures and styles, "Manners of Mind" is truly a lavish treat. This beautiful collection is also available as a PDF or Kindle ebook.

Presents the history and sights found in and around Carlsbad Caverns in New Mexico.

Describes the landscape and wildlife of Rocky Mountain National Park, created in 1915 and featuring mountains, rivers, lakes, and tundra.

Reading and writing Japanese is a challenge. Let this easy-to-use guide help accelerate your progress! ""Read and Write Japanese Starting with Hiragana"" is the latest update to ""Absolute Beginner''s Guide to Hiragana"", a reliable reference for Japanese learners since 2007. Sections have been rewritten and expanded to make them more user friendly, and bonus material has been added to help with vocabulary, grammar, and kanji. Boost your confidence with this comprehensive introduction to the hiragana syllabary, which also includes dozens of practice quizzes as well as midway and final exams.

Colorful surprises await in this the seventh fine art coffee table book from the Davmandy Collection. Fans will be delighted by the vibrancy and sophistication on display here in unexpected combinations of abstract forms and elements of nature. Mastery of the digital medium is applied with a playful touch to create artwork that draws the eye back to it again and again and again...Also available as a PDF and Kindle ebook.

Ideal for today''s young investigative reader, each A True Book includes lively sidebars, a glossary and index, plus a comprehensive "To Find Out More" section listing books, organizations, and Internet sites. A staple of library collections since the 1950s, the new A True Book series is the definitive nonfiction series for elementary school readers.

Presents a graphic comic about the world of Mouse Guard, mice with capes and swords defending themselves against their enemies as if they were Knights of the Round Table.