Best Lifestyle Books | Schiffer Publishing

For over 100 years, the animal books and stories of beloved children’s author Thornton W. Burgess have delighted millions of children and their parents; more than of half his seventy books remain in print today....

A must-have book for the lighthouse enthusiast, maritime buff, and anyone who is interested in Massachusetts history, Massachusetts Lighthouses Past and Present describes the more than sixty lighthouse stations that have been found along the...

Making sausage, mankind's most delectable meat-delivery system, is now within reach for all home chefs and barbecue junkies. Join BBQ master Karsten “Ted” Aschenbrandt as he demonstrates how to make the perfect sausage. From raw...

Join Anna Carpenter as she shares memories of growing up in Italy, where she learned to prepare gourmet meals and enjoyed them around the fire with family and friends. Wood-fired ovens are enormously popular today...

A comprehensive hydrangea handbook for the home gardener, including species selection, growing conditions, propagation, care, and more. Hydrangeas are booming in popularity as home gardeners appreciate their long season of bloom, ease of maintenance, and...

66 GAVA award-winning pool, spa, and water feature designs by artisans from across the globe.  Over 180 stunning color images will take you through a tour of GAVA (Global AquaTekture Visionary Awards) worthy pool, spa,...

Low & slow – that is the secret behind a taste sensation that becomes a passion. Smoking is a very special kind of barbecue using low temperatures. What flavor the food takes depends significantly on...

In 265 photos, this book provides all the knowledge you need to make the most of your space outdoors, creating landscape for recreation, gardens, and play that is also a safe, child friendly environment. Whether...

A collaborative project that presents visually stunning patterns of different diseases affecting various areas of the human anatomy. This collaborative project by a scientist and artist from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine asks...

A roller coaster mega-fan’s photographic journey across the country in search of the next great thrill. From Massachusetts to Florida, from New Jersey to California, this book contains adrenaline-inducing images of more than 100 different...

Explore the underwater world of photography through this informative guide written in simple language, covering the technical, mechanical, and compositional factors that contribute to producing quality images. View 120 beautiful color photographs and 18 instructional...

The heritage of New England cookery unfolds in this charming collection of more than 550 traditional recipes tweaked for today's palate. Compiled with insight and flavors from three generations of Yankee chefs, this cookbook for...