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* Popular patterns that build on the basics * How-to information in unique detail * Includes hour-long instructional DVD Hundreds of step-by-step photographs and concise descriptions show how to tie twenty patterns that will help anglers improve their chances of success in a variety of fly-fishing situations. Included are the Light Cahill, Muddler Minnow, Foam Beetle, Dave's Hopper, Goddard Caddis, Henryville Special, Olive Quill Dun, Kaufman Stone, and more--proven patterns that anglers will want to have in their fly boxes. How to palmer hackle, wind parachute hackle, make married wings, whip by hand, and other advanced techniques are covered. An enclosed DVD complements the text and photos.

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The black bear population has exploded, and as their numbers increase, so do hunting opportunities. Twenty-eight states now offer black bear seasons, and much of Canada boasts healthy, huntable bear populations. "Radical Bear Hunter" presents innovative approaches to give hunters an edge for success. Included is valuable biological information, tips for reading bear sign and determining a trophy, as well as proven strategies for baiting bears, hunting with hounds, spotting and stalking, and setting up scouting cameras. Hunters learn how to choose the right outfitter, or if they prefer, how to coordinate a do-it-yourself hunt. Scorzafava recounts his favourite bear hunts and shares some hair-raising close calls - radical experiences that will resonate with would-be adventurers.

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Commanding the legendary Afrika Korps in the sands of North Africa during World War II, German Field Marshal Erwin Rommel burnished his reputation as the Desert Fox.

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The life expectancy of an American B-17 crew in Europe during World War II was eleven missions, yet crews had to fly twenty-five--and eventually thirty--before they could return home. Against these long odds the bomber crews of the U.S. 8th Air Force, based in England, joined the armada of Allied aircraft that pummeled Germany day after day. Radioman George Webster recounts the terrors they confronted: physical and mental exhaustion, bitter cold at high altitudes, lethal shrapnel from flak, and German fighters darting among bombers like feeding sharks.

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This volume uses biographical sketches of twenty-one Union generals to tell the story of the Civil War and examine the implementation of Northern strategy. Among these generals are prominent figures like Ulysses S. Grant, George McClellan, and William T. Sherman, as well as Daniel Sickles, whose actions sparked intense controversy at Gettysburg, and the lesser known John McClernand, a congressman who lobbied for his own appointment. In Wilmer Jones's accounts, which focus on character, personality, leadership ability, military skill, and politics, each general comes starkly to life.

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* Fully illustrated guide to identifying water-dwelling macroinvertebrates* A handy resource for anglers, students, biologists, or anyone else spending time near rivers and streams * Gives tips for distinguishing similar species and includes information for each species on behavior and role played in the ecosystem From the damselfly to the whirligig beetle, our nation's streams are teeming with critters. This convenient, inexpensive guide allows you to identify any that you find--whether you're working on your fly tying, researching the local insect life, or just mucking around in the river. Also includes information on the river conservation and management work performed by the Izaak Walton League, making this an especially valuable resource for stream monitors, biologists, and other specialists.

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How to get good, then better, then even better at identifying birds in the field-and have fun doing itA straightforward approach from Pete Dunne, one of the country's top birders and birding instructors, written in his distinctive styleIncludes descriptive information for 75 bird groups to help get the ID process off on the right footPractical, expert advice and entertaining in-the-field examples of birding successes and common mistakes

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Comprehensive guide to hunting deer from tree stands, elevated stands, and blinds; explains where and when stand hunting is most effective; advice on proper clothing and gear and important tree stand safety information. Stand hunting is one of the most popular and effective methods of hunting deer, and knowledge of the technique involved is becoming increasingly important for the whitetail deer hunter. This thorough, practical book from noted hunting writer Richard P. Smith explains which situations are most appropriate for stand hunting, and when it's better to leave the stand at home. In addition to covering the ethics and legalities of bait hunting, it also reveals which weapons and ammunition are best suited to tree stands, how to avoid being detected by deer on the ground, how to make the best shot possible when the time arrives, and everything else you need to know to improve your stand hunting.

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This engaging guide covers all the how-to's of hunting waterfowl, including more advanced techniques like river hunting, flooded timber shooting, and prairie shooting. As managed areas become a fact of life for waterfowlers, Smith's advice on how to work within these systems is increasingly useful, as is his emphasis on the importance of hunting with dogs to maximise success ratios and minimise the likelihood of cripples.

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In the world of historical painting, Don Troiani stands alone, universally acclaimed for the accuracy, drama, and sensitivity of his depictions of Americas past. His Civil War paintings and limited edition prints hang in the finest collections in the country and are noted internationally as well. Don Troianis Civil War (the first collection of his Civil War art to appear in book form)is a chronological depiction of every face of the war. His most famous and popular works(most of which are in private collections and unavailable for viewing)are all represented here; many rarer pieces, which are not even available in print form, are also included.

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Most small-fly books concentrate on the fly patterns, but presentation and tactics are just as important as the pattern itself. Small-fly fishers must carefully observe the trout and constantly adjust their techniques as they go. Engle covers the difficulty of detecting strikes and how to best play trout caught on small flies and gives advice on the aquatic insect orders and how to fish the hatches, depending on the water and the stage of the hatch. Covered too are special considerations for rods and reels for small-fly fishing and tactics for light tippets. Engle describes fishing specific waters, including tailwaters, freestone rivers, and spring creeks.

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FISHING ADVENTURES FROM THE AUTHOR OF 50 PLACES TO FLY FISH BEFORE YOU DIE These thirty stories take readers from leaping makos near the fairways of Torrey Pines to midnight Atlantic salmon fishing on the fabled Ponoi to encounters with very friendly mujeres on the streets of Havana . . . and even offer an unauthorized (yet unequivocal) account of Bob Dylan’s 1970s obsession with fishing. Santella’s peripatetic lifestyle and eye for entertaining details--even those that have little to do with the act of throwing flies at fish--will make you look at fishing in a whole different way.

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Whether you fish tailwaters in the Rockies, spring creeks in California, Wisconsin, or Pennsylvania, this definitive guide to tailwater flies will give you an edge over tough trout. Available for the first time in paperback. New flies and old standbys from one of Umpqua Feather Merchant's top-selling fly designers, with 500 step-by-step photos of 24 proven patterns for the most demanding trout Patterns for streams across the country, not just tailwaters; includes nymphs, emergers, and dry flies that imitate mayflies, midges, stoneflies, and caddis Detailed information on how to fish the patterns, with over 30 rigging illustrations from artist Dave Hall"

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Creative, clever knits for the new generation A new generation of knitters is emerging, one that is young and fresh and excited to take their knitting to new places. In The Knit Generation, eight of these trendy young designers explore color and texture in their ultra-stylish accessory designs. High-fashion photography makes this book a standout among knitting books. The designs are fresh and the look is young and hip, yet the pieces have a timeless quality that makes them wearable by knitters of all ages. Well-known British knitting author Sarah Hatton curated this collection of 15 patterns, which includes hats, mittens, shawls, socks, and more. The contributing designers have their own impressive lists of accomplishments. Rachel Coopey is recognized for her sock designs and is the author of books including A Knitted Sock Society and Coop Knits Socks. Other designers such as Rachel Atkinson and Karie Westermann have had their designs published in magazines such as Knit Now and Rowan Yarn publications.

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A complete guide to selecting, handling, and tying deer hair, with notes on using other hairs as well. Covers patterns for trout, bass, musky, and other species as well as important fishing techniques.

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The second volume of Georgy Zhukov's memoirs begins with the desperate defense of Moscow in the late fall and winter of 1941 and continues through more than three years of war. Covers Stalingrad, Leningrad, Kursk, the final offensive into Germany and Berlin, and more Important insights into Stalin's decision-making, based on hundreds of personal meetings"

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Smallmouth bass swim in more streams, rivers, lakes, and reservoirs than any other gamefish, and exceptional, world-class fishing opportunities for them are found across the country, from the John Day River in Oregon to the Great Lakes, to Maine’s Penobscot. While numerous books have been written on smallmouth, this is the first book to cover the cutting-edge techniques and fly patterns being used by some of the country’s top fly fishing guides. Though most of these flies and techniques have been developed and refined in the rivers and lakes of the Midwest (a hotbed of smallmouth fly fishing) anglers can adapt them for their waters. ·Cutting edge fly patterns for smallmouth, including full color plates and recipes, as well as new techniques for fishing these patterns ·A “tips” section from various guides, both old school and new, including Luke Kavajecz, Kyle Zempel, Austin Adduci, Kip Vieth, and Bart Landwehr ·Covers smallmouth bass essentials including biology, behavior, and where to find trophy bass ·Interviews with Mike Schultz, Lefty Kreh, Chuck Kraft, and Larry Dahlberg

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Virtually the entire Soviet effort on the Eastern Front of World War II bears the stamp of Georgy Zhukov, chief of staff of the Red Army and deputy supreme commander under Stalin. The first volume of his memoirs covers Zhukov's peasant childhood, his prewar military career, and the first phase of World War II. Fascinating self-portrait of one of the most remarkable generals of the twentieth century Indispensable source for the Eastern Front, including the early battles for Kiev, Smolensk, and Leningrad"

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Booklist called John Eastman's Birds of Lake, Pond and Marsh "One of the most invaluable bird guides to be published in quite some time." This new bird guide collects Eastman's writings focusing on the birds we see around us in our yards, parks, and neighborhoods every day, and includes stunning new color photos. Explains in clear language how each bird nests, mates, feeds, and migrates Features 45 species of birds, each identified with a beautiful color photograph Includes evolutionary adaptations, name origins, nature lore, and more"

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Every fly-fishing problem has a solution and this superb publication from a veteran instructor/guide helps one analyze past mistakes and learn new fishing methods for the future. With over 200 colour photographs.

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New look at the notorious Desert Fox of World War II by leading military historians. Thought-provoking reassessment of the most famous German general of the war Fresh insights into Rommel's performance in France in 1940, Africa in 1941-42, and Normandy in 1944 as well as his relationship with Hitler and the Nazis"

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The Civil War: The Story of the War with Maps combines the colorful, detailed maps of an atlas with the vivid storytelling of the best narratives to piece together the nation-spanning jigsaw puzzle of the American Civil War. See the conflict develop from a few small armies into total war engulfing the whole South. The campaigns and battles are all here, with maps zooming in on the maneuvering and attacking armies: Bull Run, Shiloh, Antietam, Fredericksburg, Chickamauga, Chattanooga, the Wilderness, Atlanta, and more.The nationwide perspective--absent from so many other books and shown here on full-page maps--connects these dots into a cohesive story of the entire war, from the Atlantic Ocean to the Mississippi River, from Pennsylvania to the Gulf of Mexico.Distilling events into their essentials, the text focuses on the military history of the conflict and its cast of colorful commanders--Lee, Grant, Sherman, McClellan, and Stonewall Jackson.Captures all the war's intensity and human d

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A how-to guide of safety, rescue, and recovery techniques for all who work and play on the water. 2015 National Outdoor Book Award Winner Practical advice for identifying and responding to risks on the water Covers all the essential equipment you'll need Over 150 helpful photos and illustrations Tips for trip-planning"

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Descriptions by wild plant expert John Eastman offer details on the identification, growth, interaction, locations, and more Covers some 130 common wildflower species and species groups, including forest, field, and wetland plants Features full color photos for each flower

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This book describes the action in the area southeast of Malmedy during the final stage--Christmas 1944 through the end of January 1945--of the Battle of the Bulge, focusing on the operations of the German 3rd Fallschirmjäger (Paratroop) Division.

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Create gorgeous, one-of-a-kind outfits for kids of all ages from old clothes and charity-store finds, using the techniques and inspiration in this book. You will find more than 30 fun, stylish projects that can be customized to use whatever materials you have available and to suit children of all ages, sizes, and tastes. The only skills needed are very basic machine - and hand-sewing skills; tutorials are included for making fabric flowers and other embellishments. Full tips are included for sourcing materials, designing garments, adding details and trim, and styling the finished outfits.

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An introduction to the traditional Turkish needlecraft of Oya Clear, step-by-step instructions for making more than 25 needle lace flowers: daffodils, daisies, roses, lilies, chrysanthemums, poinsettias, and more Includes beautiful projects, such as a lace-edge shawl and a flower barrette, to make with each of the flower designsOya, or Turkish needle lace, has been practiced in Turkey for hundreds of years. This delicate technique is perfect for creating flowers--lilies, daisies, crocuses, and more. In this book, readers will find all the information they need to get started making Turkish needle lace, as well as patterns more than 25 different flowers and a project to use each flower in. A perfect introduction to this ancient and beautiful craft."

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This collection of colorful, whimsical hat patterns for toddlers and young children includes some of the most creative designs you will ever see. These knitted beanies go way beyond bobbles and ruffles to knitted roses, leaves, strawberries, penguins, kittens, and other adornments. With 36 projects in a wide range of styles and difficulty levels, readers are sure to find the perfect hat in this collection. From the simple black and yellow striped "Busy Bee" hat to elaborate creations like "The Tea Party," which features a miniature teapot and jam tarts, these designs will delight both children and the knitters in their lives.

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