Adams Media: 2679 books
The Unexpected Evolution of Language
Discover the Surprising Etymology of Everyday Words
Language: English
Release Date: September 18, 2012
This book is awesome awful!
Did you know that "awful" first originated as a compliment? How about the fact that it was perfectly fine for someone to defecate in their living room? Or that at one time a bully was actually a sweetheart?
You may think that these things sound outlandish,...
Ethics 101
From Altruism and Utilitarianism to Bioethics and Political Ethics, an Exploration of the Concepts of Right and Wrong
Language: English
Release Date: November 7, 2017
Explore the mysteries of morality and the concept of right and wrong with this accessible, engaging guide featuring basic facts along with an overview of modern-day issues ranging from business ethics and bioethics to political and social ethics.
Ethics 101 offers an exciting look into the...
The Book of Bastards
101 Worst Scoundrels and Scandals from the World of Politics and Power
Language: English
Release Date: July 18, 2010
Move over, Benedict Arnold . . .
Oh to be sure, America's first traitor is one of the 101 bastards you will find in this one-of-a-kind account of bad guys in Washington. But compared to some of the gross misconduct in this frighteningly funny history book, well, let's just say he's in good...
Oh Boy, You're Having a Girl
A Dad's Survival Guide to Raising Daughters
Language: English
Release Date: March 18, 2013
Rules for Raising Little Girls
"As the father of a daughter, I wish I'd read this very funny book sooner, if only to know that it's OK for a grown man to wear a tutu." - Dave Barry
"Required reading for any parent who doesn't know pants from leggings." - Dan Zevin, author of Dan Gets...
U.S. History 101
Historic Events, Key People, Important Locations, and More!
Language: English
Release Date: December 5, 2014
The stories of politicos and historic events are often turned into snooze-worthy lectures that even Benjamin Franklin would reject. This guide cuts out all the boring details and instead provides you with a thrilling lesson in U.S. history.
From Thomas Jefferson and the Declaration of Independence...
by Gregory Bergman
Language: English
Release Date: September 25, 2008
Language: English
Release Date: September 25, 2008
Hunter. Hockey mom. Live action figure.
Sarah Palin is living proof that politics does indeed make strange bedfellows. In 101 Things You - and John McCain - Didn’t Know about Sarah Palin, readers learn the (alleged) truth about the (reputed) Republican darling from Alaska who’s taken the...
365 Ways to Live the Law of Attraction
Harness the power of positive thinking every day of the year
Language: English
Release Date: February 18, 2009
Love, success, happiness, a long and healthy life-these are the things the Law of Attraction promises to deliver-but how? It sounds easy enough, but what does it really mean? In this book, you find the practical steps you need to harness the power of the universe and transform your life. Each of the...
101 Things Everyone Should Know about Theodore Roosevelt
Rough Rider. President. American Icon.
Language: English
Release Date: December 3, 2013
The inside story of Teddy's life and presidency!
You probably know that Theodore Roosevelt was the 26th president of the United States, but did you also know that he suffered great bouts of homesickness? Or that he carried a vial of morphine at all times in case he ever needed to take his own life?
Though...
The New Dad Dictionary
Everything He Really Needs to Know - from A to Z
Language: English
Release Date: March 6, 2015
Parenting techniques and theories--on Dad's terms!
Are you ready for cluster feedings and cradle cap? How about meconium and jaundice? With The New Dad Dictionary, you no longer have to page through parenting tomes to understand what everyone is talking about. From engorgement to independent...
All About Dad
Insights, Thoughts, and Life Lessons on Fatherhood
Language: English
Release Date: March 1, 2007
With quotes from Whitney Houston, Cybill Shepard, Burt Reynolds, William Shakespeare, and Harry S. Truman, All About Dad is the best way to show a father that he is loved.
ManVentions
From Cruise Control to Cordless Drills - Inventions Men Can't Live Without
Language: English
Release Date: March 18, 2011
Gas grills. Riding lawn mowers. Pop-top beer cans.
Forget fire and arrowheads and the wheel. The best tools invented by man are such wonders as beer, bikinis, and ESPN. And there's more where they came from, in this hilarious look at the stuff real men are made of:
Chow and Suds (microwaves,...
Questions to Bring You Closer to Mom
100+ Conversation Starters for Mothers and Children of Any Age
Language: English
Release Date: March 1, 2008
It’s never too late to get to know the woman who loves you most. Questions to Bring You Closer to Mom will help you encourage your mother to open up about herself, her life, and her relationship with you.
Aliens in America
A UFO Hunter's Guide to Extraterrestrial Hotpspots Across the U.S.
Language: English
Release Date: August 18, 2010
"You don't have to be an avid hunter to enjoy the many UFO hotspots in the United States. Nor do you have to have any special clearance to pull your car up along the "Alien Highway" outside of Area 51 to watch the UFOs dance in the nighttime sky. Enthusiasts and vacationers looking for out-of-the-ordinary...
Houseplants for a Healthy Home
50 Indoor Plants to Help You Breathe Better, Sleep Better, and Feel Better All Year Round
Language: English
Release Date: May 1, 2018
This A-to-Z guide illuminates the numerous health benefits of 50 common, easy-to-grow houseplants along with detailed care instructions and beautiful illustrations of each plant.
With plant-scaped rooms popping up all over Pinterest, style blogs, and home décor magazines, houseplants are the...