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Truly comprehensive in scope, this Encyclopedia begins with a history of knots and rope making, and proceeds into the how-to of tying and of making useful and decorative articles with rope. More than 3,600 knots are described and illustrated in 348 full-page plates.

This book by renowned World War II historian Janusz Piekalkiewicz presents the history of the famous German "88" in its ground combat role - a role it mastered. First used by the Legion Condor in Spain, the 88 was soon recongnized as a superb anti-aircraft weapon. When Rommel turned the 88's on British tanks in North Africa its anti-tank capabilities became legendary. Over 200 action and close-up photographs show the 88 gun throughout its us in the Second World War on all fronts. Janusz Piekalkiewicz (1925-1988) was a world-renowned author on many aspects of World War II history. Over 30 of his books are in print including BMW Motorcycles in World WarII, from Schiffer Military History.

This book covers the design and types of various trucks employed by the Wehrmacht.

Vol. 1: Originally published as: Messerscheiden. Band 1, Keocherscheiden: von der Konstruktion zur fertigen Lederscheide. Bad Aibling, Germany: Wieland Verlag, 2008.

Booty from Bunny Yeagers treasure trove of a photographic archive graces the pages of this rare vintage look at the female derriere. Uncovering the posteriors of Bunnys top models from the 1950s to the 1970s, this playful and sexy collection features 213 images shot on location at exotic beaches, in fancy hotel rooms, on yachts, and at poolside. Bunny presents models with assets of all sizes, shapes, and colors in her signature poses and settings, capturing everything from the sweetness of the girl next door to the sexiness of a voluptuous and mysterious woman. From butts in bikinis to butts in lacey lingerie to butts in the buff, Bunnys gorgeous models bare it all in this nostalgic collection of the female form.

This new, large format book contains over 1,000 images of Germany's Legion Condor during the Spanish Civil War from 1936-1939. Coverage of all branches of the Legion Condor, with a special emphasis on aviation, includes detailed operational and unit histories, technical aspects of aircraft flown, biographies of noted personalities, and a look at uniforms, insignia and equipment. Superbly rendered full-color aircraft profiles show the variety of fighter, bomber, recon, and transport aircraft used. Covered too are the panzer, flak and naval units of the Legion Condor. A collection of hundreds of extremely rare Legion Condor artifacts in full-color rounds out this comprehensive look at the infamous pre-World War II German military.

Old tools to build a civilization are presented in 1485 line drawings in alphabetical order, with detailed descriptions and actual auction prices. Adzes, anvils, augers, ...vices and wrenches appear clearly for good recognition throughout this book. The popularity of old tools has made them competitive items and there is always something new to learn in the field.

This rarely presented topic is shown in its uses as personnel, assault and equipment transport.

Nearly 13,000 items with checklist style listings, over 2700 color photos, and accurate estimated values makes this collector's guide a must-have for everybody selling, buying, or who has ever owned and enjoyed merchandise produced for the Star WarsTM saga. Goods have been collected from over 50 countries and compiled together into this impressive tome, the longest running Star Wars identification guide series in print. The items available in this guide, with the exception of toys-a category so large it requires its own book, range from Advertising and Dart Boards to Squeaky Toys and Window Clings. From the 1976 pre-release movie paperback through the latest Clone Wars kitchenware, thirty-five years of exciting and obscure Star Wars collectibles are archived here for you to discover, marvel over, and enjoy.

Travel beyond the traditional limits of boundweave with this comprehensive guide to weft-faced pattern weaves. Beginning and experienced weavers alike will learn how to plan, predict, and weave colorful, rhythmical patterns, charming folk figures, and geometric designs in fabrics that are decorative and durable. Fifty-three projects range from simple to complex weaves. Directions, patterns, and tips are provided for the plain weave, twill, point twill, rosepath, overshot, taquet, and samitum. It also features Coptic taquete and samitum re-creations and patterns from the Tunic of Tutankhamun. Engaging and informative text accompanies diagrams, illustrated samplers, and drafts with threading, tie-up, treadling, and drawdowns. This is the definitive work on weft-faced pattern weaves and is a must-have reference and resource guide for weavers and crafters alike.

Take a magical mystery tour through time, following the trail of Beatles memorabilia left behind by the Fab Four from their early days in Hamburg, through the Ed Sullivan show, right up to the present day and "Anthology I." A dazzlingly wide range of collectibles parade across the pages of this colorful text in over 730 color photographs including records, posters, movie memorabilia, jewelry, books, and fan club mementos. New Beatles collectibles are fully addressed here for the first time. Included as well are a history of the Beatles and their later solo efforts, Beatles art work created by inspired artists, and newly revised values for all of the collectibles presented in the text.