Books published by Dover Publications Inc.

Discover the magical charm of life on a farm! Colorists will fall in love with these whimsical countryside scenes! The 31 beautifully detailed illustrations include adorable baby chicks, ducklings, piglets, ponies, and other barnyard animals, surrounded by cornfields, haystacks, and tractors--plus decorative fruits, vegetables, and flowers. Each delightful design is just waiting for creative touches of color to bring them to life!

A shining star of the Harlem Renaissance movement, Langston Hughes--a poet, novelist, and playwright--was one of the most revered African American writers. His first published collection of poems, The Weary Blues, was a tour de force upon its release. Over ninety years later, it remains critically acclaimed and still evokes a fresh, contemporary feeling. The title poem, "The Weary Blues," influenced by the dialect and rhythm of blues, weaves pain and suffering into haunting melodic prose. "Dream Variation" rings with joyfulness amid oppression. "Epilogue" mimics Walt Whitman in its opening line, "I, too, sing America," proclaiming that the United States will someday fulfill its promise of equality. A powerful reflection of the Black experience, Hughes's words remain prophetic and relevant.

Decorative flowers add charm and cheer! Relax and enjoy coloring fun and fabulous floral designs! Thirty-one delightful illustrations include an array of everyday items decorated with beautiful garden-flower patterns. From birdhouses, beachwear, and bicycles to teacups and umbrellas, the cheerful designs feature sunflowers, daisies, tulips, roses, and many other favorite blooms.

"Try to reason about love, and you will lose your reason." -- Anton Chekhov Anton Chekhov (1860-1904), possibly the greatest writer of short stories, examines the human condition of love in eleven tales of romance. Included in the collection is one of his best-known works-- "The Lady with the Dog," said to be a reflection of the author's romance with an actress, Olga Knipper, whom he would eventually marry. Chekhov demonstrates one of his primary artistic principles by focusing on character rather than plot to reveal the subtle profundities of love. Exposing his audience to a variety of viewpoints, the Russian author refrains from the moral precepts of love and dares his audience to commit emotional honesty. From the observing narrator of "Agafya" and the nonstop dialogue at a fabric store between a spurned shop clerk and a dressmaker ("Polinka") to the awakened memory of boyhood confusion over the power of physical attraction ("The Beauties"), Chekhov explores the psychology of human affection and its obstacles.

Courageous women stepped forward in solidarity in the nineteenth century, advocating for the abolition of slavery and for women's rights. These women, undaunted by opposing views, fueled the rise of female abolitionists. Although women did not have the right to vote, they knew how to petition, publish, sermonize, and lecture. Black and white women alike raised money and awareness, and wrote and spoke passionately against slavery. Ellen Craft, Sarah Mapps Douglass, Charlotte Forten, Sarah Louisa Forten, Frances Ellen Watkins Harper, Mary Prince, Mary Ann Shadd, Maria W. Stewart, and Sojourner Truth are just a few of the Black women who risked their lives to fight for freedom for all. Leading white abolitionists include Susan B. Anthony, Elizabeth Margaret Chandler, Lydia Maria Child, Angelina E. Grimké, Sarah M. Grimké, Elizabeth Heyrick, Lucretia Mott, and Elizabeth Cady Stanton. This collection of essays, speeches, and poems by a bold group of women will educate and inspire all who are interested in this era of American history.

Kids will have a blast completing over 40 mazes, secret codes, spot-the-differences, and other playful puzzles filled with fun facts about the land of the free and the home of the brave. Solutions included.

Roll out the red carpet for these glamorous fashions! This stunning collection of 31 beautifully detailed, ready-to-color dresses ranges from elegant and dramatic to spectacularly stylish. Enjoy adding your own touches of color to these fabulous and fun fashions!

Color playful dinosaurs in silly scenes! Kids will have loads of fun coloring friendly dinosaurs in all kinds of awesome settings. The 30 color-by-number pictures include dynamic dinos baking cookies, going to the beach, flying a kite, and even rollerblading. Children can create their own colorful masterpieces with the help of an easy-to-follow, numbered key on each page--or make up their own color combinations. Great for home or school, this activity book provides hours of entertainment for ages 4 to 8.

Explore a magical underwater world! Enjoy coloring 31 beautiful illustrations of mermaids and mermen from myths and legends across the globe. Add your own creative touches to the detailed drawings of these fabulous fantasy beings in stunning undersea settings amid coral reefs, flowers, sunken treasures, and other exquisite ocean imagery. The diverse array of images includes Denmark's "The Little Mermaid," Nigeria's Yemoja, Brazil's Iemanja, Ireland's Seal Maiden, and dozens more.

An uncommonly clear and cogent investigation and correlation of key aspects of theoretical nuclear physics by leading experts: the nucleus, nuclear forces, nuclear spectroscopy, two-, three- and four-body problems, nuclear reactions, beta-decay and nuclear shell structure.

Based on fashions from steampunk literature, 31 original designs combine Victorian-era clothing with goggles, clocks, and other technological accessories. The intricacy and post-apocalyptic air of the illustrations offer creatively challenging, unique coloring experiences.

The ultimate collection for sudoku enthusiasts! These puzzles are not intended for the beginner, the dabbler, or the faint of heart! Put your problem-solving talents to the test with these 50 puzzles designed by a sudoku master for advanced enthusiasts. A mix of 9 x 9 and 16 x 16 square puzzles will challenge even the most skilled sudoku players. Solutions appear at the end of the book.

Happiness blooms in the garden! Find joy and inspiration as you color 31 stunning floral designs featuring uplifting garden-themed quotes. Words of wisdom and encouragement from John Lennon, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Claude Monet, Audrey Hepburn and many more are surrounded by beautiful flowers, birds and butterflies just waiting for you to bring them to life.

Experience the joy that coloring can provide! Bring some happiness to your day as you color the 31 designs in this delightful book. From a glowing sunset and a beckoning beach to cherished pastimes such as reading, cooking, and practicing yoga, you'll find images of life's simple pleasures on every page.

Soar into the wild blue yonder! Aviation enthusiasts of all ages will have fun with this coloring book collection of 30 famous aircraft. Realistic, ready-to-color illustrations span more than a century, from the pioneering Wright Flyer (1903) and Spirit of St. Louis (1927) to the rocket-powered SpaceShipOne (2003), the Lockheed Martin F35 Lightning II fighter jet (2006), and many more. The detailed images also include fact-filled captions that provide a brief history of each iconic plane.

Text for advanced courses in group theory focuses on finite groups, with emphasis on group actions. Explores normal and arithmetical structures of groups as well as applications. 679 exercises. 1978 edition.

Challenging twists and turns for puzzle lovers! Make your way into the woods, get lost in the clouds, and get loopy with these fun-to-follow mazes. Fifty labyrinths with mesmerizing designs will challenge maze enthusiasts of all ages.The imaginative, eye-popping patterns in these creative puzzles will both delight and baffle maze maniacs while expanding their creative thinking skills. Solutions appear at the end of the book.

Super Fun Pictures to Color Created by The Doodle Boy(TM)! Grab some crayons, markers, or colored pencils and jump into a world of wildly clever doodles! Drawn from the awesome imagination of 11-year-old Joe Whale, also known as "The Doodle Boy," more than 90 illustrations feature funny creatures and fantastic scenes just waiting for color to bring them to life. Joe loves art--especially doodling--and is proud of his achievements. He hopes that kids everywhere will be inspired by his amazing creative adventure and will have the opportunity to pursue their dreams, too. "There is no right or wrong in art. Have fun coloring!"

Heartwarming Holiday Scenes to Color Get warm and comfy by the fire as you color 31 picturesque scenes that celebrate the magic of Christmas. With decorative trees, gingerbread cookies, ornaments, stockings, presents, and wreaths, each charming image captures the joy and warmth of this festive season.

Celebrate the spirit of Christmas with 31 Celtic-inspired holiday designs. Angels, wreaths, sleighs, reindeer, Christmas trees, and other festive symbols are beautifully accented with knotwork, spirals, and other traditional Celtic flair.

Discover the incredible world of engineering! Brimming with information and fun-to-color images, this awesome book introduces kids to the many different types of engineering. The 46 pages include realistic illustrations and easy-to-understand captions that explain how civil engineers build a bridge and structural engineers erect a skyscraper, what environmental engineers do to protect our planet, how genetic engineers alter DNA, and how robotics and aerospace engineers created a mini-helicopter for a Mars rover. It's the perfect introduction to a popular STEM subject for ages 8 and up!

The first collection of short stories by French novelist Maurice Leblanc--and the inspiration for countless retellings, interpretations, and adaptations in film, television, comic books, games, and more--Lupin depicts the elaborate capers of a suave thief and master of disguise as he steals from the rich and powerful. Originally published in 1907 as Arsène Lupin, Gentleman Burglar, the collection contains nine stories depicting this classic character, including some of his best-known adventures. Charmingly written and full of wit, the book includes "The Arrest of Arsène Lupin," detailing a transatlantic steamship voyage with the legendary thief hiding among the passengers; "The Escape of Arsène Lupin," revealing his brilliant scheme to get out of prison before trial; and "Sherlock Holmes Arrives Too Late," adding Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's timeless detective to the mix. Additional stories include "The Mysterious Traveler," "The Queen's Necklace," "The Seven of Hearts," "Madame Imbert's Safe," "The Black Pearl," and "Arsène Lupin in Prison."