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Street Strategies: A Survival Guide for Motorcyclists 17 reviews
David Hough
BowTie Press, 2001
Graduate Level Motorcycling
David Hough continues to be the ultimate guru of motorcycle safety and handling. Common sense information for better riding skills coupled with safety information every biker should know. Safety is centered on anticipating and avoiding problems that require emergency avoidance action. With humor and style there's no loss of machismo in safe riding. Information that every weekend biker and ...
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More Proficient Motorcycling: Mastering the Ride 39 reviews
David L. Hough
BowTie Press, 2003
A"Must Have"
Dave Hough is the closest thing to a guru that I have. I ride constantly; I am a true "biker." although I don't fit the image at all. I commute on my bike; I run errands on my bike; I travel on my bike; I vacation on my bike.
Dave's three books have saved me, literally, more than once from making errors that would have proven serious or fatal. Beyond that, his books have been instructive, ...
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Rats: Complete Care Guide 13 reviews
Debbie Ducommun
BowTie Press, 2002
A very informative book
We landed ourselves a pet rat a little over a year ago. Neither of us really knew much about rats, but we muddled through researching here and there on the internet and asking questions at the pet shop, etc. Our rat seemed healthy and happy, but I always worried that we might be missing something.
I received this book for Christmas, and by the end of Christmas morning I had read 2/3 of it! ...
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Proficient Motorcycling: The Ultimate Guide to Riding Well166 reviews
David L. Hough
BowTie Press, 2008
Good Overview Book
I highly recommend this book to all beginners and experienced riders. No the book is not going to teach you how to ride a bike or everything you need to know. But it may give you that 1 tip that saves your life. The author does assume you have some basic knowledge. So if you don't know what a fork is or where the shifter lever is on a bike the MSF book would be a better place to start. I am ...
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Chickens: Tending a Small-Scale Flock for Pleasure and Profit (Hobby Farms)11 reviews
Sue Weaver
BowTie Press, 2005
my favorite chicken book!
I bought a lot of chicken books before I got my first day-old chicks this past spring; this is my favorite one! I keep referring to it over and over. Great basic info. for those of us who have never done chickens before, with lots of practical tips and tricks from those who have been doing it forever! A few goofy, annoying typos and such, but I was willing to overlook those for the good info.!
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Goats: Small-scale Herding for Pleasure And Profit (Hobby Farms Series)7 reviews
Sue Weaver
BowTie Press, 2006
Small-Scale Herding for Pleasure And Profit
Of all the books I have purchased on goat farming, this one is the best by far! Sue Weaver has all the information packed into this small book in a very organized, easy to find manner. By following Sue's methods of caring for goats, we got a very good report from the vet yesterday after examining our 12 Boer goats. This book is a must have for the inexperienced goat farmer!
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Hobby Farm: Living Your Rural Dream for Pleasure and Profit 6 reviews
Carol Ekarius
BowTie Press, 2005
Introduction to farm living and farm business
Carol Ekarius gives a great introduction to farm living and farm business. Ekarius encourages readers to ask themselves probing questions such as whether the farm will be a lifestyle or commercial enterprise. Most importantly, she compels us to ask if we and our families are ready for the country. Are we prepared to work long hours on the land in the spring, summer, and fall in order to have ...
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The Box Turtle Manual (Advanced Vivarium Systems)12 reviews
Philippe De Vosjoli, Roger J. Klingenberg
BowTie Press, 2004
NO Boxie owner should be without!!
This book is awesome! Everything that keepers need can be found here in this easy to read, straight to the point book. If you have, or are considering a pet Box turtle you need this book!!
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The Bearded Dragon Manual (Advanced Vivarium Systems)13 reviews
Philippe De Vosjoli
BowTie Press, 2001
Will make your beardies happy
I bought this book when I first got my beardie. I didn't know anything about these animals except what I had been told by the pet store. This book is a lifesaver. It is wonderful, very educational. It covers general information, how to prepare a proper habitat, how to care for your pet, as well as breeding. There is information on some common health problems and other reptiles closely ...
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The Original Dog Bible: The Definitive Source to All Things Dog33 reviews
Kristin Mehus-Roe
BowTie Press, 2005
A Must Have
This book is a excellent souce of information about our canine friends. If you love dogs, and need information regarding their health, and their care, then this a book for you. It has a wealth of "how to's" about everything for our pets.
I recommend this book highly!!
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Red-Eared Sliders: From the Experts at Advanced Vivarium Systems9 reviews
Philippe De Vosjoli
BowTie Press, 2002
RES in a nutshell
All you ever wanted to know about this particular yet popular pet. Easy to read, all topics covered, small, cheap, get it.
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Vivaria Designs (Advanced Vivarium Systems)3 reviews
Jerry G. Walls
BowTie Press, 2007
a manual long needed in the reptile and amphibian keeper hobby
The modern-day reptile and amphibian keeper has long needed a sound book covering the topic of basic vivaria design with a generalist approach. Previous to this, there have been two excellent books written by "the vivarist" himself, Phillipe de Vosjoli, with one book treating desert vivaria design and the other teaching us how to artistically creat a living vivarium for snakes.
Mr. Walls, ...
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English Riding, 2nd Edition (Horse Illustrated Guide)4 reviews
Lesley Ward
BowTie Press, 2004
Excellent - well paced and well written.
Terrific book for the novice or the "back to the ring" adult rider. The photos, descriptions and tone of the book make it a real "page turner."
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Why Do Cockatiels Do That?: Real Answers to the Curious Things Cockatiels Do10 reviews
Nikki Moustaki
BowTie Press, 2003
Finally I understand!
I've had cockatiels for years and just accepted their behavior as eccentric (which it is). Finally someone has shown me in a humorous way why they do some of those incomprehensable things. Cockatiels are still a little weird, but now I understand them a lot better.
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Careers with Horses: The Comprehensive Guide to Finding Your Dream Job2 reviews
Vicki Hogue-Davies
BowTie Press, 2004
A VERY helpful book
I'm a college student with a passion for art and horses. This book has really helped me in finding a way to have a career that involves both. It also has additional sources for information, internships, etc.
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Of Women and Horses21 reviews
BowTie Press, 2000
For the love of horses.
I bought this book as a gift for my youngest daughter who shares the love of horses with me. The photos are gorgeous. The essays of these horse women are beautifully written, full of imagery and delve into the spirit of women's connection with these magnificent animals. I highly recommend this book to collect and cherish.
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Sheep: Small-Scale Sheep Keeping for Pleasure and Profit (Hobby Farms)6 reviews
Sue Weaver
BowTie Press, 2005
Another wonderful Hobby Farm book from Sue Weaver...
I read this book being a complete novice on raising sheep. After reading this book, I really feel I have enough knowledge to raise my own sheep on my hobby farm.
The author (Sue Weaver) writes in a wonderful down-to-earth and very easy to understand style. She covers everything sheep such as: choosing the right sheep breed for your needs, sheep disposition & behavior, sheep housing, ...
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Corn Snakes: The Comprehensive Owner's Guide (The Herpetocultural Library)5 reviews
Kathy Love, Bill Love
BowTie Press, 2005
An absolute must
If you are planning on owning a corn snake, this one and The art of keeping snakes by Phillipe de Vosjoli should be the first books to buy. Read it before you purchase the animal!
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Dogs for Kids: Everything You Need to Know About Dogs
Kristin Mehus-Roe
BowTie Press, 2007
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Beef Cattle: Keeping a Small-Scale Herd for Pleasure and Profit (Hobby Farms Series) 2 reviews
Ann Larkin Hansen
BowTie Press, 2006
Excellent Beginners Book on Cattle
I find Ann Hansen's book very helpful and different from other books. Her attitude towards cattle and how to handle them has worked very well for me.
Her description of fencing, setting up a "hay corral" for winter hay bale feeding, things to look for in purchasing cattle and many other small points have been very useful. The idea that you don't need to chase cattle all over a pasture but get ...
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