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Portland, OR

The complete and official history of America's original sports car, right up to the much-buzzed-about eighth generation Stingray supercar released in late 2019, written by Corvette authority Randy Leffingwell and illustrated with imagery straight from the GM archives.

The only all-marque antique tractor restoration guide is back in print, packed with the kind of detail you need to complete a first-class restoration.How to Restore Your Farm Tractorfeatures hundreds of helpful full-color photographs, proven tips and techniques, and money-saving advice from restorers who know what works…and what doesn’t. Tractor expert Tharran Gaines walks you step by step through the restoration techniques applicable to all of the most popular and collectible makes, covering:Shopping for a tractor and setting up shopEngine disassembly and rebuildClutches and transmissionsFinal drives and brakesSteeringHydraulic, electrical, and fuel systemsTires and wheelsBody repair, painting, and decalsThere’s even information on antique tractor shows and demos, as well as a handy updated section on parts sources. John Deere, Ford, Farmall, Allis-Chalmers, Minneapolis-Moline, and more…no matter your passion, with Gaines’ guidance you will be well on your way to transforming that old tractor into a shiny “new” classic!

Understanding fuel injection and engine management systems is the key to building a higher performance automobile. Engine-control expert Jeff Hartman covers everything from basic fuel injection to the latest engine management technology.

Required reading for any metalhead, this collection of entertaining illustrated conversations spans all of Judas Priest's studio albums, right up through 2024's Invincible Shield. In Judas Priest: Album by Album, prolific rock journalist Martin Popoff pays tribute to Judas Priest's discography through a series of in-depth and fascinating conversations about all 19 of the legendary British heavy metal band's studio albums. Inside, Popoff gathers together musicians and metal journalists who offer insights, opinions, and anecdotes about each release. The interviewees include names like Slash (Guns N' Roses), Marty Friedman (Megadeth), Charlied Benante (Anthrax), Todd La Torre (Queensryche), Bobby Ellsworth (Overkill), and more. Popoff also includes sidebars that provide complete track listings, details on album personnel, and information on where and when the albums were recorded. Richly illustrated with thoughtfully curated performance and offstage photography, as well as rare memorabilia, the conversations comprise a unique historical overview of the band, covering: Legendary guitarists K. K. Downing and Glenn Tipton The work of iconic lead singer Rob Halford The roles of various producers in the band's discography Mega tours undertaken in support of the LPs And much more--even controversies surrounding the band are covered. Reexamine the rich catalog of these metal masters with this entertaining and insightful album-by-album exploration.

Michael Maupin was a sales professional at IBM for 10 years. He rose through the ranks, earning many awards and promotions before ultimately taking over the Mid-Atlantic States sales team of this $100 billion IT conglomerate. When Michael and his team received the opportunity of their careers, he was ready. He had spent his entire career preparing for this moment: a Billion-Dollar Deal. Little did he know, it would become the toughest challenge he would ever face. Often the pressure and public exposure he and his team experienced caused them to wish this opportunity had never presented itself. But if they managed to close the deal, it would be a game changer that would leave them financially set for life. The stakes were high-this wouldn't be just another loss to learn from. It would make or break their careers.

Fans of The Godfather will delight in this collection of Corleone family memorabilia unearthed for the film’s 50th anniversary. With its unforgettable characters, lush presentation, rich story, and quotable quotes for all occasions, The Godfather saga has left an indelible mark on the public imagination. To honor the 50th anniversary of Francis Ford Coppola’s cinematic masterpiece, The Godfather Ultimate Fan Collection gathers together memorabilia that reflects the movie, the characters, and the story, while giving die-hard fans both something to love and delight in.  Encased in a box with a sophisticated design, the collection includes:An 8-oz Godfather-branded flaskAnd a 96-page family album At the center of the trilogy is the Corleone family, and the 5-by-7-inch “family album” is a hard cover book that profiles the family members and “like family” characters with unforgettable quotes and moments. The book also includes a family tree that traces roots from Italy, along with a history and timeline of the five families. Starring Marlon Brando as Vito Corleone, Al Pacino as Michael, James Caan as Sonny, Robert Duvall as Tom Hagen, and Diane Keaton as Kay,The Godfather is consistently ranked at the top of the lists of the greatest American films ever made. Fifty years after its original release, this classic is still revered by fans. Now, with The Godfather Ultimate Fan Collection, true fans of this 1972 Academy Award winner can appreciate this deep look into the Corleone family.  TM & © 2022 Paramount Pictures.  All Rights Reserved.

Minneapolis, MN

Whether considering an ocean-to-ocean cross-country journey, a vacation ride through the Canadian Rockies, a full-length tour of the Blue Ridge Parkway, or an ambitious Four-Corners ride, Motorcycle Journeys Through North America provides the "big-idea" guidance every rider needs to plan fun-filled motorcycle tours throughout the continental United States and Canada. Emphasis is placed on the very best roads, with expert advice on:When to goWhich routes to selectAreas to avoidMust-see attractions along the wayPlaces to stay and eatYou'll also find plenty of first-hand stories and hard-earned lessons from expert touring riders. The only question that will remain is, What are you waiting for?

Now in its third edition, Jeep 4x4 Performance Handbook eliminates the mystery of getting the most out of your Jeep vehicle, thanks to the thorough research and expertise of Jeep experts Jim Allen and James Weber—with updates to address a decade of new technologies, vehicles, and the exploding overland adventure hobby. The world of high-performance Jeep ownership can be challenging. With the used Jeep market growing, new models earning remarkable press, and an aftermarket constantly offering new and better bolt-on parts and accessories and developing electronic gadgetry, there have never been so many options for the off-road Jeep enthusiast.   The authors explain the parts, swaps, modifications, and tech that will give you the most bang for your buck, whether you hit the trail in a CJ, Wrangler (TJ and YJ), Cherokee, Liberty, one of the many classic and vintage Jeeps available—heck, even the 2020 head-turning Gladiator pickup.Jeep 4x4 Performance Handbook is also completely updated to cover the latest advice and techniques for planning and negotiating overland routes and digital technologies that will help you get the most from your four-wheeling experience. Considerations such as trail etiquette and communications options ensure you are equipped to handle nearly any trip, no matter how far into the wilderness you choose to venture. The worlds of off-road driving and overland adventure have never been hotter. From bumper to bumper, Jeep 4x4 Performance Handbook covers it all, improving street performance and off-road toughness, towing ability and suspension, brakes and electrical systems, and the all-important safety equipment and modifications. Here's the book to get you on the road or trail—without breaking the bank or wasting time in the garage.  

Filled with full-color photography, instructive commissioned maps, and advice from regional travel experts, Backroads of the Great American West is the best one-stop source for road trips that avoid eight-lane expressways and crowded tourist destinations.   Forget what you think you knew about nation’s greatest road trips. Backroads of the Great American West gets you off the Interstates and beaten paths with all the necessary information to take on dozens of great drives. From the dizzying snow-capped heights of the Rocky Mountains to the vast expanses of the desert Southwest, from the lush Pacific Northwest to sunny Southern California and the California coast, the great western American road trip is perhaps the most quintessential of American road trips. Inside, regional experts—historians, travel writers, and photographers—curate their favorite road trips and their scenic, historic, and cultural attractions, as well as advice on what to do and see along the way. Each is accompanied by color photography and a description of the drive and its attractions. Commissioned maps trace the routes.Backroads of the Great American West is the ultimate compendium of the West’s most rewarding and unforgettable routes—and making unforgettable memories.

The Complete Book of Classic Chevrolet Muscle Cars: 1955-1974 chronicles the all-conquering cars of this incredible 20-year period, the Impala SS, Z16 Chevelle Malibu SS396, the Camaro, and more.

Savannah, MO

This illustrated history celebrates the 75th and 70th anniversaries of Volkswagen's two most iconic vehicles, from the first Beetles spearheaded by Ferdinand Porsche in the 1940s to the buses that became synonymous with a generation. Volkswagen is one of the most beloved brands in motoring history, thanks largely to two instantly recognizable vehicles: the Beetle (a.k.a. Bug) and the Bus. More than 23 million VW Beetles have buzzed into the world since 1945, while the VW Bus presaged the minivan by thirty-plus years. Volkswagen: Beetles and Buses examines and celebrates all aspects of the vehicles and the many cultural associations that have swirled around them for more than seven decades. The diminutive rear-engined and easily mass-produced Beetle became the most popular imported car in America during the 1960s. Its success was due to its familiar face, its wildly clever ad campaigns, and the sheer numbers produced. The equally compact yet spacious Bus (a.k.a. Kombi, Microbus, Type 2, Transporter, and simply “van”) has won millions of fans around the world with its practicality, simplicity, and design. In this beautifully illustrated and authoritatively written celebration, author Russell Hayes looks back at the vehicles while focusing on the classic air-cooled VWs that ran into the late 1970s. Along the way, readers witness the Beetle and Bus at work and at play and learn about vehicle development and growing roles in popular culture, including star appearances in films like The Love Bug, Little Miss Sunshine, Footloose, Fight Club, The Big Lebowski, and Fast Times at Ridgemont High, as well as television shows like Lost and Once Upon a Time and on the covers of the Beatles’ Abbey Road and Bob Dylan’s Freewheelin’ album. The story is brought up to date with coverage of the New Beetle and plans for the VW Buzz, a modern electric version of the iconic Microbus due in 2022.Volkswagen: Beetles and Buses deserves a place in the motoring libraries of VW owners, automotive enthusiasts, and those simply interested in pop culture. It's the ultimate illustrated history of these beloved vehicles.

The officially licensed Corvette Stingray: The Mid-Engine Revolution chronicles the full development story behind Chevrolet’s re-imagined sports car with an engaging, detailed text and photography from GM’s archives and Corvette team members. Corvette is Chevrolet’s iconic performance car. Its importance to the brand cannot be overstated. Thus each new generation is sweated by Chevy’s designers, engineers, marketing staff, and executives to ensure that it sets the bar higher than the preceding version. With the eighth generation, Chevrolet has done more than raise the bar or move the goalpost—they’ve torn down the stadium and started from scratch. For the first time ever in a production version, the new Corvette features a mid-engine configuration. Though Corvette engineers have experimented with this engine placement over the past several decades, 2020 marks the first time GM has committed it to production cars. Corvette already had prodigious power on tap, but its front-engine configuration put some limitations on its handling and traction. The new mid-engine Corvette eliminates any final performance barriers and takes the battle to supercar rivals like Ferrari, Lamborghini, and McLaren. It’s the story every Corvette fan needs to read.