Best Lifestyle Books | Schiffer Publishing

Without fail, visitors to the great gardens of the world are enchanted by their topiary art. These great, green sculptures, often in the form of animals, but sometimes in geometric or abstract shapes, are formed...

Fascinating color photos let you see whales in their natural habitat. Learn about their behavior, external anatomy, and physical features. Discussed in the text are the humpback, minke, finback, and the rarely seen right whales,...

New Jersey's southern Cape is host to huge annual bird migrations, making Cape May one of the best bird-watching locations in the world. Over 400 species have been spotted here. See exquisite photographs that present...

Freelance photographer Harvey Caplin recorded ranch life in the American West from the 1940s to the 1980s, before the last roundup, capturing magnificent landscapes, picturesque people, and the growing population. This selection features his images...

Artfully arranged food sets the stage for the senses come alive. Food that looks beautiful does taste better! Personal chef and stylist Michelle Valigursky shares hundreds of tips and tricks restaurant chefs rely on to...

See good design ideas that inspire you to create the ultimate, eco-friendly outdoor environment. More than 300 beautiful color photos detail 10 projects that are diverse in style and taste. Each incorporates recycled materials and...

The worlds of sugar art and cake decorating come together in this new how-to book. Both decorative panorama eggs and sugar moldings appear in 371 color images. Whether a homemaker or a professional decorator, you'll...

Maryland has been called “America in miniature,†because the state embodies a wide range of our nation’s landscape features. From sandy beaches on the Atlantic Ocean, across flat fields of the Coastal Plain on the...

Maryland’s famed tidewater region is a wellspring of gourmet delights. One of our most popular titles, A Cook’s Tour of the Eastern Shore has earned a reputation as the cookbook of regional fare. Included are...

The art of fruit and vegetable carving has its roots in Asia, but today the creation of edible decorations is popular worldwide. Learn to create remarkable decorations for the table and garnishes for glasses and...

Thousands of people visit Barnegat Lighthouse every year at the north end of Long Beach Island, New Jersey. Over 100 beautiful color images in this book provide views of the lighthouse and surrounding scenery in...

A visual showcase of 39 award-winning international pool projects recognized for inspired design and technological innovation International Award-Winning Pools showcases the most innovative designs of water-inspired applications from around the globe. Gathered here is a...