World Beat Encyclopedia


Book Description

Exotic rhythms from around the world are used in over 400 examples for guitar, with strumming, single-line, and fingerstyle variations of every beat pattern. Features rhythms of West Africa, North Africa, the Caribbean, India, Latin America and beyond, all in standard music notation and TAB. 96 pages.




The World Book Encyclopedia


Book Description

An encyclopedia designed especially to meet the needs of elementary, junior high, and senior high school students.




Encyclopedia of Beat Literature


Book Description

Discusses the literary works and great authors of the Beat Generation.







A Global Encyclopedia of Historical Writing


Book Description

First published in 1998. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.




World Encyclopedia of Cars


Book Description

This comprehensive visual reference shows every important marque from A to Z.




The World Encyclopedia of Coffee


Book Description

There is nothing quite as pleasurable as well-made, hot, aromatic cup of coffee. This book explores all aspects of coffee and coffee use, with clear, informative text and beautiful photographs throughout. It includes a fascinating discussion on the history of coffee drinking around the world, and an overview of all the roasts, grinds and blends available. It explains how to make the best-known coffee drinks. such as espresso and granita, and includes over 70 coffee recipes, such as Tiramisu, Coffee Coeurs a la Creme, Mocha Sponge Cake and Cappuccino Torts. With over 750 glorious photographs, fascinating text and enticing recipes for all occasions, this is the book for every coffee-lover.




World Christian Encyclopedia


Book Description

The expanded, updated edition of a classic reference source--the comprehensive survey of the status of thje world's largest religion in 238 countries. Many tables, charts, diagrams, maps, photographs, and a rich text present a unmatched look at 33,800 Christian denominations, 12,000 dioceses, 5,000 missions, and other groups--all -set against a detailed historical, political, social, cultural, demographic, background.




The Ultimate Cocktail Encyclopedia


Book Description

Martinis, margaritas, and mojitos--oh my! Learn how to make over 5,000 cocktails with The Ultimate Cocktail Encyclopedia. Have you ever wanted to recreate your favorite cocktail at home? Now you can! The Ultimate Cocktail Encyclopedia has over 5,000 recipes for everything from cobblers to shots and shooters. Whether you are having a party or just looking for a refreshing drink, this encyclopedia is organized to help you choose the perfect cocktail for the right occasion. Complete with cocktail classics, summer specials, holiday drinks, and drinking games, The Ultimate Cocktail Encyclopedia will have everyone in the spirit for the perfect libation




The Cambridge Encyclopedia of Japan


Book Description

The Cambridge Encyclopedia of Japan is the essential reference to all facets of Japan past and present. Up to date, authoritative and wide ranging in scope, it covers all the general reader, student, business person, journalist, researcher, tourist or armchair traveler would want to know. A highly absorbing read, the Encyclopedia is also filled with the facts, figures and general data on Japan that make it an indispensable source of information. Learn, for example, that the safest place to be during an earthquake in Japan is in a bamboo grove; or that one of the greatest delicacies of Japanese cuisine, the fugu, is deadly poisonous in the hands of an unskilled chef. Also included are the latest statistics on Japan's dramatically aging population, a complete listing of its prime ministers, and valuable data on the powerful Japanese advertising industry.