Davis, Don

An illustrated introduction to the art and craft of wheel-thrown ceramics, providing descriptions of tools, supplies, and materials, investigating different types of potter's wheels, and featuring step-by-step instructions for a variety of projects, including bowls, plates, teapots, and vases.

Surveys what is now known about the planet Mars, discussing its surface features, moons, polar ice caps, and the exploratory missions that helped provide this information.

Uses the latest data available from recent Pioneer and Voyager missions to present what is known about the planet Saturn.

Uses NASA photographs and scientific findings from the recent Voyager mission to increase our knowledge of this large, magnetic planet.

Discusses what is known of the occupants of the "deep freeze regions" of the solar system, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto, based on current NASA data.

Presents a comprehensive biography of Confederate General Thomas J. Jackson that examines his personal leadership and strategies that made him a legend.

An account of the bizarre case of Jeffrey Dahmer--the son of middle-class parents whose ten-year murdering spree is possibly responsible for the deaths of more than sixteen people--describes Dahmer's background and the uncovering of his crimes.

Text and illustrations present what astronomers now know about the "nuclear powerhouse" that dominates our solar system.

Colorful photographs and text give instructions on the basics of mountain biking as how to choose a mountain bike and accessory equipment that's right for you and your budget, flexibility and strengthening exercise that will improve your biking fitness, how to maintain your bike for safe riding, and fundamental skills for mountain biking correctly.