Best Selling Books by David Petersen

Ideal for today''s young investigative reader, each A True Book includes lively sidebars, a glossary and index, plus a comprehensive "To Find Out More" section listing books, organizations, and Internet sites. A staple of library collections since the 1950s, the new A True Book series is the definitive nonfiction series for elementary school readers.

I’m a Murderer… Simon Price is a mild mannered engineer. For most of his life, he has stood by and allowed injustices to undermine his life and destroy his dreams. Years of therapy and drugs have proved ineffective. Each day, his mind struggles to overcome memories of abuse. Each day, his torment goes unanswered… until now. Simon has found his cure. He has found his solace. He has found MURDER. Don’t piss him off. You could be next… The following are short stories: Recommended reading order: Book 1: The Boss (16,000 words) Book 2: The Police (16,000 words) Book 3: The Bullies (18,000 words) Book 4: The CEO’s (22,000 words) Book 5: The Media (28,000 words) Book 1: The Boss We’ve all had them: bad bosses. Follow Simon as he “plans” his boss’ murder. Book 2: The Police After an unpleasant visit by the police, Simon’s rage grows. He can no longer sit idly by and allow his abusers to get away with their behavior. But as he makes plans to “correct” the problem, he discovers others more deserving of his time. Book 3: The Bullies Early childhood abuse has festered inside Simon for years. His emotional pain is unbearable and those responsible must pay. Book 4: The CEO’s Simon has grown into a bold and confident murderer. After hearing of corporate abuse against helpless employees, Simon feels compelled to come to their rescue. Book 5: The Media Simon has become enraged over news broadcasts targeting him unfairly. Those responsible must pay the penalty… with their lives.

Richly illustrated, and based largely on sources inaccessible to the non-Japanese speaker, this book provides a rare glimpse into kagura (Shinto theater), a performance style with roots predating even noh drama. Coverage includes the history of the art; the kagura stage; schools of performance; synopses of plays and ceremonies; movement and choreography; kagura costumes; masks and mask-making; implements, decorations and special effects; the music of kagura; and related folk arts. There are also additional sections with comparative materials on noh and kabuki. A new world of theater awaits...

I’m a Murderer… Simon Price is a mild mannered engineer. For most of his life, he has stood by and allowed injustices to undermine his life and destroy his dreams. Years of therapy and drugs have proved ineffective. Each day, his mind struggles to overcome memories of abuse. Each day, his torment goes unanswered… until now. Simon has found his cure. He has found his solace. He has found MURDER. Don’t piss him off. You could be next… The following are short stories included with this book: Book 1: The Boss (16,000 words) Book 2: The Police (16,000 words) Book 3: The Bullies (18,000 words) Book 4: The CEO’s (22,000 words) Book 5: The Media (28,000 words) Book 1: The Boss We’ve all had them: bad bosses. Follow Simon as he “plans” his boss’ murder. Book 2: The Police After an unpleasant visit by the police, Simon’s rage grows. He can no longer sit idly by and allow his abusers to get away with their behavior. But as he makes plans to “correct” the problem, he discovers others more deserving of his time. Book 3: The Bullies Early childhood abuse has festered inside Simon for years. His emotional pain is unbearable and those responsible must pay. Book 4: The CEO’s Simon has grown into a bold and confident murderer. After hearing of corporate abuse against helpless employees, Simon feels compelled to come to their rescue. Book 5: The Media Simon has become enraged over news broadcasts targeting him unfairly. Those responsible must pay the penalty… with their lives.

The aesthetics of 81 full-color mandalas and the subtle power of the Tao blend to create a unique, transformative alchemy. This synergy of sacred circles and text is a potent tool for holistic meditation - a book that at once soothes the mind while feeding the soul!

earth writers, "The Nearby Faraway" reads like an abridged autobiography of the writer''s life and travels (both geographical and spiritual). A dedicated naturalist and writer''s writer, David Petersen spends a lot of time outdoors in the Rocky Mountain West. His most recent titles include "Ghost Grizzlies" and "A Hunter''s Heart".

Explores this area from its beginnings to recent times.

Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, and hunting and feeding habits of the mountain lion.

This 20th Anniversary Edition of David Petersen''s 1991 natural-history cult classic features new cover art by landscape master Thomas Aquinas Daly; original interior art by America''s leading woodcut artist, Michael McCurdy; a foreword by world-renowned deer and antler expert Valerius Geist; and updates and revisions throughout. Well-researched chapters cover the antlers, evolution, natural histories, and social lives of each of North America''s five deer species (white-tailed and mule deer, elk, moose, and caribou), as well as the extinct ''Irish elk,'' which carried antlers as wide as an SUV is long. Throughout, Petersen''s science is woven seamlessly into the author''s personal-narrative natural history, taking readers beyond mere facts and figures and into the field for personal encounters with antlers and the animals that wear them. Also included are a bibliography, deer taxonomy chart, and a fascinating interview with antler expert Valerius Geist. "Whether you''re a hunter, biologist, wildlife photographer or just a casual observer of nature, Racks is must reading if you''re interested in the phenomena of antler growth and development." -- Gary Wolfe (former CEO Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation) "When field observations are as well described as David Petersen''s are in Racks, they open up new insights even to scientists." -- Dr. Valerius Geist (from his foreword to Racks).

Tomb of Atlantis: There are 5 books in the Atlantis series: Hidden Courage; Tomb of Atlantis; Curse of Atlantis; Tomb of Zeus and Weapons of Atlantis. Please see recommended order of reading below. Hidden Courage: is the back story of the main character in the Atlantis series (Interesting, but not essential) Tomb of Atlantis: is book 1 Curse of Atlantis: is book 2 Tomb of Zeus: is book 3 Weapons of Atlantis: is book 4 Tomb of Atlantis: Young Jack Roberts is an adventurer. While flying up through the Caribbean many years ago, he spotted what he believed was a golden artifact resting on the ocean’s floor. Without the resources to investigate further, he snapped some photos and flew home. Years later, he makes a startling discovery. While watching an interview on TV, he sees an exact duplicate of the symbol he photographed now displayed on a set of ancient tablets reported to be 7,000 years old. With his curiosity piqued, he knows he must return. Jack’s new adventure leads him back to the Caribbean Sea in search of the golden artifact. While diving, he finds other ancient relics that point to the first real evidence of Atlantis. Excited and energized, he returns to the dive zone once more. Tragedy strikes and Jack is now forced to fight for his life. Violent storms and vicious predators force him beyond even his own endurance as he clings to an improvised raft, driven not just to survive, but to solve the 7,000-year-old mystery of Atlantis. 82,000 words

A large-format collection of color photographs with interspersed, double-spaced type explaining for the general and conservationist reader aspects of aspen groves, in chapters such as Heaven on Earth, a Modest Wood, and Life Renewed. No index or bibliography. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Describes the history, sights, and facilities of Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah.

Animals. American History. Earth Science. Geography. Health. Space. True Books covers all this and more in photo-filled chapter books that provide a basic introduction to curriculum-relevant topics. Ideal for today''s young investigative reader, each True Book includes lively sidebars, a glossary and an index, plus a comprehensive To Find Out More section listing books, organizations, and Internet sites. A staple of library collections since the 1950s, and redesigned with a fresh new look in 1996, the new True Books series is the definitive nonfiction series for elementary school readers.

The aesthetics of the mandala and the subtle power of the Tao create a unique opportunity for personal transformation. Combining the literary impact of materials from "A Fresh Look at the Way and its Virtues" with the artistic impact of 108 mandalas, this synergy of sacred circles and text is a potent tool for holistic meditation. The result is a book that at once soothes the mind while feeding the soul!

Ideal for today''s young investigative reader, each A True Book includes lively sidebars, a glossary and index, plus a comprehensive "To Find Out More" section listing books, organizations, and Internet sites. A staple of library collections since the 1950s, the new A True Book series is the definitive nonfiction series for elementary school readers.

It''s the summer of 1971, and Andy Hanson, a junior high student, lives a quiet, uneventful life in the New York City borough of Staten Island. Now, however, he must confront what was once a simple assumption: who is his friend? A chance encounter with a student--a young man Andy once wrote off as ''a waste of life''--provokes the youngster onto a tumultuous journey. As if the turmoil confronting Andy regarding who he believed were his friends and the social implications that this student has thrust upon him were not enough, a serial killer of young boys lurks in the shadows, waiting for his next opportunity. The ruthless killer''s activities drift along a path that will eventually cross the carefree pre-teen exploits of Andy and his friends. What remains of Andy''s friendships and his friends at the story''s end will prove how strong each was from the beginning.

Weapon of Atlantis: There are 5 books in the Atlantis series: Hidden Courage; Tomb of Atlantis; Curse of Atlantis; Tomb of Zeus and Weapon of Atlantis. Please see recommended order of reading below. Hidden Courage: is the back story of the main character in the Atlantis series (Interesting, but not essential) Tomb of Atlantis: is book 1 Curse of Atlantis: is book 2 Tomb of Zeus: is book 3 Weapons of Atlantis: is book 4 Weapons of Atlantis: Jack Roberts and Javier Arista have made a startling revelation: an alien spacecraft may exist under the ice in northern Greenland. As the two rush to the icy location in search of the seven thousand year old object, “others” are in hot pursuit. After a harrowing near-death catastrophe, the two find what they were looking for, but the magnitude of their discovery is far greater than they ever imagined. Buried deep within the crafts mission log, a secret weapon exists and government agents will stop at nothing to have it. Now, armed with blackmail, the agents force the two to do the impossible: locate the site of the alien secret weapon. Their journey takes them far beneath the ocean’s surface where tragedy and death seem to be a foregone conclusion. Only a miracle will save them.

Recounts the life of Ishi, sole survivor of a small band of Yahi Indians, who was found in 1911 near Oroville, California.

Describes the physical characteristics, habitats, and behaviors of moose.

This is the fifth in the series of lavishly illustrated coffee table photo-books in full color from the Davmandy Collection. As fans would anticipate, this new set of exquisite digital art blends the excitement of travel with layers of sophisticated photomanipulation to create a feast for the eye and inspiration for the soul. This beautiful collection is also available as a PDF or Kindle ebook.

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, built at what was once the hypocenter of an atomic blast, is the most visible sign of the city''s renaissance as a force for peace in 21st century politics. But it is not the only reminder of the spirit of Hiroshima. Less well-known are the scores of "survivors" dotting the metropolitan landscape. These treasured trees, shrubs, and groves date from before the bombing on August 6th 1945. They were spared from annihilation, and are now carefully tended by the schools, homes, temples, and shrines entrusted by fate with their care. Based on a three-year stay in the city by the authors, this pictorial journey into the heart of Hiroshima documents more than 50 sites and 75 trees. There are maps, bilingual place names and addresses, snapshots of local culture, and overviews of each species of plant. Never-before published translations of essays by the a-bomb survivor Tamiki Hara are also included as meditations on the meaning of peace in difficult times.

It''s the final chapter of ''Yearbook''! Maps and Olive now have the entire gang involved in putting together the perfect yearbook-but which story will come out on top? With art and story by Eisner Award winners Faith Erin Hicks (ADVENTURES OF SUPERHERO GIRL), David Petersen (MOUSE GUARD), and Michael Dialynas (THE WOODS)!

Enjoy a further selection of more than 60 whimsical and imaginative images from the Davmandy Collection. As in "The Eye''s Mind", the excitement of travel blends with the alchemy of sophisticated photomanipulation software to create a feast for the discerning eye and the adventurous mind.

This is the fourth in the series of lavishly illustrated coffee table photo-books in full color from the Davmandy Collection. This selection of stunning images is the outcome of painstaking, layered photomanipulation starting from photographs gathered in dozens of countries over a period of decades. As fans of the series would anticipate, the results are colorful, whimsical, surprising, and bold. This beautiful collection is also available as a PDF or Kindle ebook.

Describes the mountains, waterfalls, glaciers, Giant Sequoia trees, wildlife, and other sights of interest in California''s Yosemite National Park.

Welcome to another lavish coffee table book of digital art from the Davmandy Collection. The pieces selected this time, primarily landscapes and seascapes, demonstrate a new level of sophistication and subtlety in the layering of imagery and the handling of colors. Yet the playful tone and the referencing of familiar genres, particularly traditional painting styles from the 19th and 20th centuries, make for an enjoyable and wholly satisfying experience for anyone with a love for the visual arts. This compilation is also available as a PDF or Kindle ebook.

Simple text and color photos cover this branch of the southwestern Pueblo Indians.

Describes the formation and features of the canyons created by the force of the Colorado and Green Rivers in Utah.

Explores the history, geography, and culture found in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the second largest natural area in the eastern United States.

This is the third in the series of lavishly illustrated coffee table photo-books in full color from the Davmandy Collection. Dozens of layered effects and countless hours of experimentation have culminated in this all new set of digital artwork based on adventures in Japan, New Zealand, Australia, Samoa, Canada, Spain, Belgium, Italy, Switzerland, the Czech Republic, and Malta. A unique and enchanting alchemy of cultures and styles, "Manners of Mind" is truly a lavish treat. This beautiful collection is also available as a PDF or Kindle ebook.

Lavishly illustrated in full color, this compact coffee table photo-book is ideal for display anywhere it can liven up the decor or simply help pass the time. The Rockies to the Carpathians, Nagasaki to Prague, the backwoods of New Zealand to the Australian surf, this is a trip around the world with a difference... The Davmandy Collection takes the excitement of travel as a departure point for the creation of exquisite digital art. The results are surprising, whimsical, and refreshing. The beautiful artwork in this collection is also available as a PDF or Kindle ebook.

Presents the history and sights found in and around Carlsbad Caverns in New Mexico.

"Set in 1115, wise oldfur and longtime Mouse Guard member Celanawe fulfills the promise he made to tell young Lieam of the day his paw first touched the legendary weapon, the Black Axe. The arrival of distant kin takes Celanawe on an adventure that will carry him across the sea to to uncharted waters and lands all while unraveling the legend of Farrer, the blacksmith who forged the mythic axe."--Publisher''s description.

Describes the landscape and wildlife of Rocky Mountain National Park, created in 1915 and featuring mountains, rivers, lakes, and tundra.