Collection: Adult

Discover an all-new look at the work of the legendary Wally Wood as he helped change the face of comics forever at EC Comics, the groundbreaking publisher known for their industry leading horror, sci-fi, and suspense storytelling!

EC Comics was one of the greatest comic imprints of all time with Wally Wood as one of its brightest stars!

The Wally Wood EC Stories Artist's Edition - EXPANDED will include all 18 stories from the long out-of-print first edition, but that's not all. An additional 10 stories will be included for the very first time, for a staggering total of 28 COMPLETE STORIES!

Within these pages are some of Wood's greatest artistic achievements, including his work on MY WORLD, CAME THE DAWN, MARS IS HEAVEN, ATOM BOMB, BLOCKADE, and many more! Additionally, more than a dozen classic covers by Wood are included. As an extra special bonus, the unpublished "Spawn of Venus" at EC Comics story intended for the canceled THREE-DIMENSIONAL SCIENCE FICTION is included in this volume.

Although appearing to be in black and white, all the art is scanned in color, enabling the reader to see the work as close to the original as possible - ink gradients, blue pencil, and all the unique nuances that make original art so special - are all clearly visible and printed at the same size as drawn.

The Artist's Edition of Wally Wood's work is an art book disguised as a comic collection. The only better way to see these pages is by looking over Wood's shoulder at his drawing board!

Collects "My World" from Weird Science #22, "Mars is Heaven" from Weird Science #18, "Came the Dawn" from Shock Suspenstories #9, "Atom Bomb" from Two-Fisted Tales #33, "In Gratitude" from Shock Suspenstories #11

A popular Buddhist teacher guides you through strategies to build and maintain a rock-solid daily meditation practice--from setting reminders to dealing with setbacks to introducing the philosophical concepts underpinning Buddhist meditation--and everything in between.

It's widely known that there are many benefits to meditation, particularly if undertaken regularly, but making it a daily habit can be a challenge for many people. Why? Because it takes more than willpower.

Here, longtime meditation teacher and Buddhist blogger Bodhipaksa presents a collection of strategies and tools to help build a rock-solid daily meditation practice into your life. The book is divided into twenty-eight chapters, one for each day.

Each chapter starts with a Practice Reminder, just a few words reminding readers of the importance of practicing meditation rather than merely reading about it. There's also a link to a web page of guided meditations.

Following that is a Today section, a brief summary of the day's reading.

Then there's a Strategies section, which offers suggestions to help readers build the habit of meditating daily. Strategies can be as simple as setting reminders or using a meditation timer, or more involved tools such as changing any belief that you lack what it takes to meditate daily.

That's followed by a Going Deeper section, with a deeper exploration of some of the Buddhist teachings underpinning our practice, often referring to the suttas, or scriptures, of early Buddhism.

Next is a Reflection section, which encourages readers to keep a journal to make the content of the Going Deeper section more experiential.

Each chapter ends with a Last Words section, quickly summarizing the Going Deeper section.

Dorothy Martin is travelling from England to Canada for a wedding, but her journey takes a dark twist when a man falls from the train.

Dorothy Martin and her husband, retired chief constable Alan Nesbitt, are leaving England behind to attend a wedding on Vancouver Island, Canada. Opting for the scenic route, the pair board the Empire Builder sleeper train from Chicago to Seattle. But the journey takes a terrifying turn when Dorothy witnesses a person falling from the train.

The body of a man is quickly found on the route, and Dorothy feels compelled to investigate. Who was he? Was he alive or dead when he fell? Could his fate be linked to a confrontation on the train? As Dorothy and Alan unravel the secrets surrounding the dead man, they uncover disturbingly dark truths . . .

This twisty, engaging mystery featuring an Anglophile sleuth is perfect for fans of M.C. Beaton and Faith Martin.

A history of the engineering marvels behind one of America's most innovative and beloved entertainment experiences

When Disneyland opened to the public in 1955, it demystified the hidden world of factory automation through its extraordinary new attractions. In this fascinating book, Roland Betancourt tells the story of how the visionary engineers and designers at Disney transformed the technologies of the postwar assembly line into an entertainment experience unlike anything the world had ever seen.

Disneyland and the Rise of Automation traces the origins and evolution of these technical innovations during the theme park's first three decades in operation, exploring how engineers reimagined the systems and machines of industrial manufacturing and the military. The magnetic tape used to test ballistic missiles was repurposed to animate the talking macaws in the Enchanted Tiki Room. Programmable Logic Controllers, widely used on automotive assembly lines, brought to life the spectacular rides of the Matterhorn Bobsleds and Space Mountain. Betancourt shows how these and other attractions helped to allay fears about automation and job displacement in 1950s America. Along the way, he situates Disneyland's remarkable creations within a broader history of the technologies that increasingly order and construct the world around us, from the Fordist factory to artificial intelligence.

Essential reading for anyone interested in engineering, corporate histories, or popular culture, Disneyland and the Rise of Automation invites us to consider how technology and the logic of automation become integrated into our lives through entertainment.

This wide-ranging collection of important documents, speeches, legal rulings, and other writings shaped the United States into what it is today.

The U.S. Constitution and Other Writings is a collection of the crucial documents, speeches, and other writings that shaped the United States. In addition to the Constitution, readers can review the Declaration of Independence, the Articles of Confederation, the Federalist Papers, important presidential speeches, and many others. Both famous and lesser-known, but equally important, Americans are represented, including Benjamin Franklin, Victoria Woodhull, Frederick Douglass, Susan B. Anthony, and even the creators of the rules of baseball. The founders' inspirational and revolutionary ideals are all here, and this is a perfect volume for anyone who finds the history of America to be a fascinating and enlightening journey.

Beloved for its tranquil and restorative qualities, the color blue is endlessly versatile in the home. Bestselling author Fifi O'Neill reveals 12 homes that explore the full spectrum of shades.

Blues are right at home in any room, whether your style skews country or urban, modern or classic, bold or understated. Every color has an anthology of hues, but finding a soothing red or an energizing grey can be challenging. Blue, however, is a color without limits: from azure to cerulean and from turquoise to ultramarine, there are countless possibilities. It also pairs well with other hues. With white it evokes the laidback charm of a coastal cottage. In a chalky pastel scheme it brings a soft and dreamy feel. And it provides the perfect contrast for bright green, mustard yellow or a pop of red.

In the first section of the book, Inspirations, Fifi considers the essential elements of a blue-toned scheme: fabrics and furniture, lighting, accessories, and more. The second section, The Homes, features 12 real homes from Rhode Island to California, arranged in four chapters: Heavenly Blues, Moody Blues, True Blues, and Atmospheric Blues. Each one offers an inspiring take on decorating with this much-loved color.

This sweet, bilingual board book celebrates the love and connection between moms and their bebés.

You are my world, mi luna, my light.
Eres my cielo.
You are my sky.

In this tender love letter from a mother to her child, promising that her love is as endless as the sky, English and Spanish text is used on each spread with simple phrasing for all to understand.

Enjoy these classic tales of mermaids, princesses, ducklings, and dancing shoes from master storyteller Hans Christian Andersen.

All the best-loved fairy tales of Hans Christian Andersen, including "The Little Mermaid," "The Ugly Duckling," "Thumbelina," "The Red Shoes," "The Princess on the Pea," and "The Emperor's New Clothes," fill the pages of this beautiful leather-bound collector's edition. Also included is "The Tallow Candle"--one of the earliest stories written by Andersen. This book offers dozens of bedtime stories or hours of rainy day reading, as there are both short and long pieces included. Curl up with this collection of classics from one of the most popular writers of all time and lose yourself in childhood memories.

The New York City subway system is one of the largest and oldest in the world, still carrying traces of the transport systems that came before it. Some of its elevated tracks are remnants of steam railroads, and some tunnels run where canoes served as ferries. For passengers, riding the subway can feel like stepping into another world, dark and dank and sometimes dangerous. Now just imagine what it's like to work there every day.

One of the few subway workers who went on to earn a PhD from Harvard, historian Fred Naiden gives readers a firsthand look at what it was like to work as a subway porter, a motorman, and a locomotive engineer during the 1980s. He recounts the labor activism of his fellow MTA employees, who advocated for better conditions, higher pay, and less institutional racism. He also shares wild stories about the riders he encountered, from a homeless former realtor who worked as a mob frontman to an angry passenger who pulled a gun on him while the train was stuck at a stop signal. Above all, Railroaded will answer many questions about the New York subway system, including how it could be improved.

The Bard returns to a galaxy far, far away in the newest book in the NYT bestselling series, retelling the events of the hit Disney+ show The Mandalorian in the classic meter of William Shakespeare.

Enjoy the adventures of the Mandalorian and Grogu all over again, now with a fun Shakespearean twist! The newest book continuing the New York Times bestselling William Shakespeare's Star Wars series, William Shakespeare's Star Wars The Mandalorian of Nevarro retells the events of the hit Star Wars show in the meter and style of the Bard himself, including dialogue from each character from the show, stage directions, and plenty of Easter eggs, all alongside twenty gorgeous woodcut illustrations that give the iconic Star Wars characters a playful Elizabethan air.

WITH STUNNING ILLUSTRATIONS. Twenty woodcut-style illustrations accompany the text, putting a playful Shakespearean spin on the characters from The Mandalorian.

AUTHENTIC METER. Shakespeare scholars and Star Wars fans alike will delight in the period-accurate musicality of the text.

EASTER EGGS. Hidden nods to both Star Wars and Shakespeare will impress sharp-eyed fans of both!

COMPLETE CAST. Each character from the show, from Boba Fett to Moff Gideon, takes the spotlight with reimagined dialogue in Shakespearean style.

Embark on a delicious journey with this fun, beginner-friendly guide to delicious dumplings from around the globe. Explore trendy flavors, unique fillings, and cultural twists that will make every bite an adventure!

The whole world loves a dumpling. These little parcels of goodness are found in cuisines across the globe. Whether it's a slurpy Chinese soup dumpling, a spicy Indian samosa, a cheesy Polish pierogi, or a sugary German dampfnudel, there's a celebrated dumpling in every food culture. This book explores their history and guides you through making them with twenty delicious recipes from Asia, Europe, Middle East, Africa, German, and America. Some of the recipes include:

• Paraguayan Vori Vori
• Sweet Potato and Poblano Empanadas
• South African Souskluitjies
• Turkish Manti
• Potato and Bacon Kroppkakor
• Blueberry Dampfnudeln
• Georgian Khinkali
• Potato and Pea Samosas
• Kimchi Mandu with Tofu
• Chinese Shrimp and Chicken Wontons
• Mushroom and Cabbage Potstickers

*An Official Cookbook Celebrating Winnie the Pooh's 100th Anniversary!*

For anyone with a little rumbly in their tumbly, enjoy enchanting recipes perfect for family meals, picnics, and parties from everyone's favorite bear and his full cast of friends.

Join all the characters of the Hundred Acre Wood for heartwarming recipes perfect for creating delicious memories in the kitchen. Inside, you'll find plenty of dishes featuring honey, from character cupcakes and pastries to savory dishes like honey-roasted carrots. Speaking of carrots, if you're looking for a healthier meal, you can browse a selection of extra-fresh recipes featuring produce fresh from Rabbit's own garden!

Having a gloomy day? There are a few recipes sure to cheer up any Eeyore. Or, if you're out of energy, try a quick snack to refuel before an afternoon of bouncing. With fun facts from everyone's favorite owl, Kanga's tips for cooking with kids, and full-color character illustrations to accompany the recipe photos, there's a bit of Hundred Acre Wood magic on every page.

Wonderful for families with small children, those planning Pooh-related parties, and fans of any age, this is a book that gets you into the kitchen for the simple pleasures of life that the "silly old bear" cherishes most.

"Xiaoyu's ink-washed black-and-white art evokes the period setting with equal parts elegance, drama, and earthy humor. [...] Readers will be transported." -Publishers Weekly, Starred Review

Love is never lost . . .

Fan is a young Chinese engineer who lost his wife in a Japanese bombing raid in 1937. Mingfeng was a popular performer at the local opera, and he is devastated by the loss. Distraught, he builds an extraordinary automaton that replaces her at the theater. Meanwhile, war rages throughout the city, and orphaned children run wild under the direction of local potentates in an attempt to thrive and survive. When those potentates take notice of the mysterious beauty, suspicions and desires start to grow. Mix in an American airman and the tensions of war, and things build to an explosive finale.

Masterfully mixing a snapshot of war-torn China with the philosophical sci-fi questions of a Philip K Dick novel, Twin Lotuses is a beautifully illustrated story capturing an ugly time and the flicker of hope, love, and ambition that shone through it all.

Transform your kitchen into your own private cantina with this collection of enticing, family-friendly beverages inspired by the Star Wars galaxy!

It's time to kick back with refreshing drinks inspired by every corner of the Star Wars galaxy! Perfect for any skill level, this unique collection of 65 delicious drink recipes takes a cue from major characters and moments--from the Mandalorian and Ahsoka to the beloved Star Wars classics. Inside, you'll find instructions for nonalcoholic favorites like Boba (Fett) tea, "dirty" sodas, mocktails, juices, smoothies/milkshakes, and more. With stunning, colorful photos of the finished drinks and fun facts and tips, you won't need the Force to create out-of-this-world concoctions!