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Lasso some crayons, colored pencils, or markers, and become an honorary member of the family as you put your own spin on the story of the Yellowstone Dutton Ranch inside this coloring book with a worn leather-look cover and gold title branded just like cattle! Filled with fun facts about the series, the setting, and subplots--paired with 38 unique illustrations inspired by the gorgeous views and gritty lifestyle of the American West--there's something here for every creative cowboy and cowgirl.

"Readers should be forewarned that the text contains racial and cultural references of the era in which it was written and may be deemed offensive by today's standards."--

"Stitch and create your own art gallery showcasing famous florals and other gorgeous still life paintings by some of the world's greatest artists. Needleworkers at every level of experience can transform best-loved museum masterpieces into wonderful handmade keepsakes that friends and family will cherish forever"--

This collection of inspirational thoughts represents Leo Tolstoy's profound spiritual odyssey to find meaning and understand life's purpose. Chronicled as a biographical arrangement of his philosophical views, featuring quotations from his earliest diaries, stories, religious writings, political tracts, conversations, and letters collected throughout his lifetime, the collection shows how Tolstoy tackles subjects such as self-improvement, education, marriage and family, good and evil, peace, war, and civil disobedience with his own unique perspective. The selections, edited by Russian literature scholar, Robert Blaisdell, reveal Tolstoy as a sage fully immersed in and challenged by life: an intense person, writer, father, and husband. Best known for his literary masterpieces War and Peace and Anna Karenina, Tolstoy's existential journey features the fullest expression of his ideals and is a requisite for anyone seeking deeper knowledge and appreciation of the intricacies of human existence. Leo Tolstoy, often regarded as the most famous Russian author of any century, was born in 1828 at his family estate 120 miles south of Moscow. His mother died before he was two, his father died when he was nine, and he and his siblings were raised by a series of aunts. At the age of 16 he started university, but left before completing a degree. It was in this next period of Tolstoy's life that he began writing, and before he turned thirty, he was already regarded as a distinctive and important Russian author. He went on to write War and Peace and Anna Karenina, as well as the autobiographical novels Childhood, Boyhood and Youth, the nonfiction work, A Confession, and dozens of short stories, essays, and other works. He served as a soldier before becoming a pacifist. He was admired by his contemporaries, and is considered one of the greatest writers of all time. He died in 1910 at the age of 82. Bob Blaisdell is the author of the biographies Chekhov Becomes Chekhov and Creating Anna Karenina: Tolstoy and the Birth of Literature's Most Enigmatic Heroine; he is the editor of Tolstoy as Teacher, Tolstoy's Classic Tales and Fables for Children, and dozens of Dover Thrift editions. He is a professor of English in Brooklyn, New York. Wisdom from Tolstoy "To know God and to live is one and the same thing. God is life. Live seeking God, and then you will not live without God." --Confession "Faith--yes, we need faith. We can't do without faith. Not, however, faith in what other people tell us, but faith in what we arrive at ourselves, by our own thought, our own reason." --The Light Shines in Darkness "To say a man should not be guided by reason is the same as to say to a man carrying a lamp in a dark catacomb that, to find the way out, he must extinguish his lamp and be guided, not by light, but by something else." > "In old age one becomes indifferent to the fact that one will never see the results of one's activity. But the results will be there." >

History comes alive in Picture the Past(TM) Dover Historical Coloring Books Travel back in time and learn about "the war to end all wars," starting with the assassination of Archduke Ferdinand and concluding with the signing of the Treaty of Versailles. Forty-six realistic illustrations depict Gallipoli, Jutland, and other momentous battles; new aspects of warfare and weaponry; and General Pershing, Mata Hari, Lawrence of Arabia, and other famous figures. Each image is accompanied by a fact-filled descriptive caption. Add color to the striking scenes with pencils, pens, or crayons. A valuable resource for parents, teachers, librarians, and history buffs ages 9 and up.

A Delightfully Punny Coloring Book! Relax and enjoy these 31 charming food illustrations featuring witty wordplay that will bring a smile to your face. Coloring has never been cheddar! This book is berry special, and coloring the whimsical drawings will guarantee that you have a grape day!

"In the mild Mediterranean climate of the Italian Riviera, a rebellious young Sydney Warren cautiously tests her newfound freedom, developing an intimate relationship with the charming middle-aged widow Mrs. Kerr that causes rumors and speculation to stir among the wealthy British guests of a luxurious seaside hotel"--

Thirty-one delightful illustrations of everyone's favorite folklore characters feature whimsical outdoor scenes of gnomes happily tending to their flower and veggie gardens, lounging in the backyard, picnicking, and enjoying life in their marvelous miniature world. Gnome lovers will also find these illustrations in the special bind-up edition of Whimsical Gnomes Coloring Book.

"Home to Harlem explores the plight of young Black men in the early twentieth century in America. This novel was both applauded and criticized for its sensual, brutal honesty in its portrayal of urban life"--

Romantasy -- a blend of fantasy and romance -- is a literary genre filled with captivating worlds where love and magic intertwine. Inspired by BookTok and recent blockbuster book series, this is the coloring book for Romantasy readers. There are over sixty dramatic illustrations of dagger-wielding warriors, enemies turned lovers, dragons, fairy folk, and other romantic icons -- all hand-drawn by women artists with a flair for the fantastical, set within a cover featuring text and art debossed and printed in matte foil, like an antique gold stamp, and a soft-touch finish that feels like worn leather. Romantasy Coloring Book is a terrific gift for book lovers, an excellent companion to whichever series is on your reading list, and the perfect introduction to this amazing and addictive genre.

"New York lawyer Stephen Glennard, in an effort to raise money to pay for his upcoming wedding to his sweetheart, sells love letters written to him by deceased author Margaret Aubyn. This action comes back to haunt him and his marriage, exposing a betrayal that becomes the talk of New York society"--

CELEBRATE LOVE ANY DAY OF THE YEAR! This charming coloring book features 31 beautiful romantic designs overflowing with hearts, flowers, butterflies, and birds...many printed with dramatic black backgrounds that create a striking color finish. The variety of sweet themes offers an array of wonderful coloring possibilities and will encourage you to relax and unwind as you dream about a "happily ever after."

Color and Explore the Signs! These 31 out-of-this-world illustrations feature the 12 zodiac signs, the 4 elements, and beautifully styled suns, moons, and other celestial designs, many with striking black backgrounds. Each astrological sign is faithfully represented with its traditional symbol, flower, and constellation. Informative text printed on the reverse side describes each sign's amazing attributes and compatible color palettes so that you can add your own unique artistry for super stellar results.

History comes alive in the Picture the Past(TM) coloring book series! Travel back in time and learn about historically significant people and events during the American Revolution. Forty-five pages of detailed drawings depict scenes of important milestones that led to the birth of a new nation, including the Boston Massacre, Paul Revere's ride, the Battle of Lexington, the Declaration of Independence, and George Washington at the Delaware.Each image is accompanied by a fact-filled descriptive caption.Add color to the striking scenes with pencils, pens, or crayons.A valuable resource for parents, teachers, librarians, and history buffs ages 9 and up.

Featuring over 40 beloved tales, this gorgeous hardcover edition is profusely illustrated with some of Rackham's most accomplished black-and-white work, including many silhouettes --16 full-page color plates are included as well.

Topics include the complex plane, basic properties of analytic functions, analytic functions as mappings, analytic and harmonic functions in applications, transform methods. Hundreds of solved examples, exercises, applications. 1990 edition. Appendices.