Teach yourself books

An introduction to pottery that explains the basic techniques and skills and provides information on the origins and preparations of clay, the working of clay, methods of decoration, picking and firing a kiln, and other related topics.

Summarizes and explains 101 key ideas or terms related to politics.

Examines all the main forms of writing, including articles, short stories, poetry, plays, novels, and nonfiction, and discusses the different techniques employed when writing for adults, children, radio, or television. Includes advice on how to get started, with examples and exercises at the end of each chapter.

Provides background on the land and history of Spain, examines the language and literature of the country, and features essays that discuss art and architecture, music, festivals, customs and traditions, creativity, politics, society, work and play, and people, each followed by a list of vocabulary words.

Step-by-step course combines theory and practice at the piano. Offers guidance on fingering, phrasing, tone production, technique, interpretation, and music improvisation at the keyboard.

Explains how to perform simple tricks using household objects, card tricks, sleight of hand, and other illusions.

An introductory self-teaching guide for learning karate.

Covers how to play the game of golf, from choosing a set of clubs to detailed advice on how to play the trouble shots that win competitions. Includes the rules of golf.