miscellanea

". . . discover the secret life of fairies and the special role they play in the natural world. . . feturing notes and sketches, revealing the different species of fairy from around the globe, exploring where and how they live, fairy anatomy, camouflage, and languages, their life cycle and habitats"--Adapted from back cover.

A visual companion to the Pok?mon animated series that provides artwork, facts, and anecdotes about key characters, famous battles, and important places.

"Poisons, knives, and bullets riddle the stories of Agatha Christie, but so does food, which she uses to invoke settings, to develop characters, and, of course, to commit murder. This . . . cookbook offers recipes written by the author for one accessible, . . . dish or drink for each of Christie's 66 mysteries. Recipes include Fish and Chips at the Seven Dials Club, Literary Luncheon Meringues, Oysters Rockefeller on the Orient Express, Sixpence Blackbird Pie, Orange Marmalade from Gossington Hall, and more. Along the way, [one will] learn how to make an exquisite omelet, how to roast a leg of lamb properly, and how to serve perfectly timed steak frites. Framing these dishes are insightful essays and headnotes that detail the history of the recipes, their context in Christie's life and times, and the roles they play in the source works"--Provided by publisher.

"Whether playing singles or doubles, each tennis match presents a fascinating battle on the court between opponents with different strengths and weaknesses. To win a tournament, players must adapt their techniques for each match in order to come out on top. This title introduces readers to some of the top players in tennis today, as well as the styles they use to outwit and outlast their competitors"--Provided by publisher.

"Throughout its long history as one of America's most popular sports, the strategy of baseball has changed many times. And brand-new rules introduced by Major League Baseball have once again changed how teams try to win games. This title introduces readers to some of baseball's oldest tactics, how they influence the game, and how they have changed over the years"--Provided by publisher.

"[Cappucci is] a meteorologist for The Washington Post, and you might think of him as Doogie Howser meets Bill Paxton from Twister, with a dash of Leonardo DiCaprio from Catch Me If You Can. Combining reportage and accessible science with personal storytelling and infectious enthusiasm, Looking Up is a riveting ride through the state of our weather and a touching story about parents and mentors helping a budding scientist achieve his improbable dreams. Throughout, readers get a tutorial on the basics of weather science and the impact of the climate"--Provided by publisher.

"During the end-to-end action of a hockey game, it only takes a single moment to turn the game in one team's favor. This title introduces readers to the decisions that players and coaches make during each frantic second of a game, as well as how National Hockey League teams use time-tested strategies in hopes of taking home the Stanley Cup"--Provided by publisher.

"Pro wrestling is one of the world's most popular sports. Readers will learn . . . facts about iconic moments, amazing moves, and memorable stars from the world of pro wrestling"--Provided by publisher.

"Discover incredible facts about basketball, one of the world's most popular sports. The game's amazing moments, biggest wins, and most outrageous plays are all here in a fun, high-interest format"--Provided by publisher.

"Minecraft is one of the world's hottest games, with millions of active players globally. Read about the game's most dangerous enemies, its rarest ores, and more in this one-stop collection of fun facts!"--Provided by publisher.