"DRAG is transformation, communication and, above all, exaggeration, where gender non-conformity is the plat du jour. In this arresting book, Simon Doonan observes an increasingly complex world by exploring drag's journey through history -- from the surprising, to the sophisticated, to the radical -- from the heady days of Caligula right up to our gender-fluid present." -- Back cover.

"Few American cities possess a history as long, rich, and fascinating as Boston’s. A site of momentous national political events from the Revolutionary War through the civil rights movement, Boston has also been an influential literary and cultural capital. From ancient glaciers to landmaking schemes and modern infrastructure projects, the city’s terrain has been transformed almost constantly over the centuries. THE ATLAS OF BOSTON HISTORY traces...

This stunning guide to the past, present and future of the mysterious Red Planet combines fun illustrations with images from space agencies such as NASA and ESA, information panels and diagrams, bringing kids up to date with the latest science and technology.

"This book provides the viewer with a photographic journey through the most diverse, exceptional and picturesque areas of West Virginia's Allegheny Mountains. The text and captions expand one's knowledge and understanding of the geology, weather and habitats which in turn support a wide variety of animal and plant life. Most of us do not have time or opportunity to widely travel these mountains in all seasons and weather and capture photographically...

"A collection of aphorisms from The Pigeon."-- "Some pigeons are born for greatness. Some pigeons achieve greatness. And then there's The Pigeon. Now, for the last time ever, The Pigeon imparts tips, thoughts, opinions, quotes, complaints, and basic philosophical misunderstandings in their profound collection of Pigeon-isms." -- inside front jacket flap.

"Describes some of the most unusual animals in nature, including the wobbegong, saiga, and olm. Includes large photographs and relevant information about each animal presented." -- Provided by publisher.

"'What does Jewish look like?' Well, there are over fifteen million Jews, which means there are more than fifteen million ways to look and be Jewish. It can look like setting out menorahs on tribal land, adding kimchi to the seder plate, cooking up Koshersoul, and living out loud. It can look like anything or anyone. Shining a light on Paralympians and chefs, anthropologists and activists, dancers and dreamers, the individuals in these pages represent...

"Describes the dangerous and strange defense mechanisms of lizards, beetles, frogs, squid, and other animals. Includes large photographs and relevant information about each animal presented." -- Provided by publisher.

"Describes bizarre habits of the spotted hyena, basilisk lizard, snow monkey, and other animals. Includes large photographs and relevant information about each animal presented." -- Provided by publisher.

AN ANTHOLOGY OF EXQUISITE BIRDS explores some of the most impressive birds on our planet. Children can marvel at the miniature bee hummingbird that flaps its wings 200 times a second or the oilbird that navigates pitch-black caves using echolocation, in this striking collection showcasing more than 90 birds.