encyclopedias

"'The Fishing Encyclopedia' provides a detailed examination of recreational fishing. Alongside information about the different types of fishing and fishing gear, readers will learn about commonly fished species, rules and regulations, and the importance of conservation and safety. Features include a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards"--Amazon.com.

Introduces young readers to dance, discussing the sport's history, styles, and dancers.

Introduces young readers to gymnastics, discussing the sport's history, teams, and athletes.

The Short Story of Modern Art explains the how, why and when of modern art - who introduced certain things, what they were, where they were produced, and why they matter. Simply constructed, the book explores 50 key works - from the realist painting of Courbet to a contemporary installation by Yayoi Kusama - and then links them to the most important movements, themes and techniques. Accessible, concise and richly illustrated, the book reveals the connections between different periods, artists and styles, giving readers a thorough understanding and broad enjoyment of modern art.

"An illustrated encyclopedia of some of the weirdest (but no less wonderful) creatures in the animal kingdom, including facts about each animal's conservation status, diet, strange quirks, and habitat"--Provided by publisher.

". . . leads young readers in an exploration of all 118 known elements. From their discoveries to their uses to their special properties, this . . . book explores all things elements"--Provided by publisher.

"A vibrant, unconventional, highly opinionated guide to the triumphs, joys, struggles, and heartbreaks of the modern era of the game . . ."--Provided by publisher.

Contains approximately two hundred alphabetized full-length articles on neurological disorders and drugs and treatments for neurological disorders, and includes further reading lists. This volume covers M-Z and includes a glossary and index.

In this book you will find the definitive A-Z guide to the ancient meanings of signs and symbols, some of which have been lost for thousands of years. From different cultures and religions across the world, here are signs of magic and mystery, secret alphabets, scripts, and numerology. Find out why Masonic temples have black-and-white checkered floors, where in the natural world the Golden Mean can be found, why the pentagram is considered a magical symbol of power, and more.

Presents cat breeds in alphabetical order with information on appearance, behavior and history.