Cynthia Overbeck Bix

Nothing says home like the warmth of a fireplace. This brand new title in Sunset's hugely popular Ideas for Great series has everything a homeowner needs to plan, design, build, remodel, and install a fireplace, stove, or outdoor firepit. First, your interest is sparked with over 60 pages loaded with new photos of fireplaces and wood stoves-a pictorial survey of every style imaginable, from Southwest adobe to traditional cabin to contemporary 'wow.'...

Describes how seeds are moved from place to place by wind, water, and animals, and how they function in plant reproduction.

Describes the macaque monkeys of Japan and explains how they have learned to survive the cold, snowy winters on the northern island of Honshu.

Discusses the physical characteristics, birth, habits, and behavior of cats.

Describes the complex and dangerous life of lions on the African savannas.

Two farm children are concerned about the runt in the new litter of piglets and decide to take care of it themselves.

Introduces the various butterflies found in all parts of the world that have in common a slender pointed tip, or tail, on each hindwing.