An informative look back at Great Depression-era automobiles, from the common and revolutionary Ford V8 to the exclusive and powerful Duesenberg SJ Examines all the marques of the era, including many small independents that succumbed to a shrinking market Timelines highlight important technical and business developments Period advertising and archival photos.

In 1974 Bob Taylor and Kurt Listug bought the American Dream, a small San Diego guitar building company where they were both working at the time. Like many young men in that period, Taylor and Listug had dreams of making their marks as luthiers. But unlike all of those other aspiring builders, Taylor and Listug were able to take a tiny workshop and turn it into one of the most successful guitar companies in American musical history. Taylor Guitars: 30 Years of a New American Classic tells the story of how Taylor and Listug took the American Dream and transformed it into a company that produces more than 70,000 high-quality guitars a year. This book features dozens of full-color photographs of many rare guitars including instruments Bob Taylor built before the company's founding, standard production models (including the acoustic bass and the new nylon string series), custom-built instruments, and special celebrity models.

The 30's and 40's mark the beginning of the age of the motor car. This richly illustrated volume chronicles the exciting era with a look at the international moor industry, automobile manufacturing and advertising, specialist machines and much more.

An outstanding collection of Rachael Ray's best 30-Minute Meals, now in one volume. Features over 150 meals selected from 8 of our best-selling titles.

The Collected Novels of James Fenimore Cooper: 30 Western Classics, Adventure Novels & Sea Tales is a comprehensive collection showcasing Cooper's prowess in storytelling through various genres. Known for his vivid descriptive style and exploration of themes such as wilderness, nature, and the clash of civilizations, Cooper's works provide a glimpse into the American frontier during the 19th century. With intricate plots, memorable characters, and detailed settings, this collection appeals to readers interested in American literature, historical fiction, and adventure tales. The inclusion of illustrations enhances the reading experience, bringing the narratives to life. Cooper's influence on the literary world can be observed through his pioneering contributions to the development of the American novel, particularly within the genres of Western fiction and sea tales. His experiences as a frontier settler and his observations of Native American cultures inform his narratives, adding depth and authenticity to his storytelling. Fans of classic literature, historical fiction, and adventure stories will find this collection to be a treasure trove of captivating tales that have stood the test of time.

Offering project patterns that can be varied using different types of yarn, covers such techniques as plain weave and twill, monk's belt and honeycomb, rosepath, and crackle weave.

A guide to different hiking trails, from Britain's coast walks to Africa's Kilimanjaro, includes information on distance, difficulty levels, environment, and safety issues.