"Mastering the Art of Flower Gardening is a lushly illustrated book with highly practical, firsthand tips on how to grow truly interesting and unusual flowers"--

A century and a half of close-knitted community spirit, independent-mindedness, and a strong sense of stewardship have uniquely melded into present-day Ashland. Behind that patchwork of local ingenuity, artistry, and infamy are the faces of thousands--too many of whom are not mentioned within the pages of this book. There were hundreds of generations of Shasta Native American families that lived off the hills and creeks where Ashland now sprawls,...

"Join photojournalist Christopher Briscoe on his journey through war-torn Ukraine. In his latest book, The Child on the Train, Briscoe's talent for finding fascinating stories is on full display as he travels throughout the country, taking perilous paths to uncover the struggles of everyday people trying to survive the Russian invasion. With its captivating photographs and moving storytelling, The Child on the Train is a powerful reminder of the resilience...

It was the winter of 1851-1852 when the word "gold" echoed throughout the valley. Soon hundreds of gold miners flocked to Table Rock City, later renamed Jacksonville. In short order, families arrived and took out donation land claims and began farming, raising stock, and opening businesses. Many had already emmigrated from Europe, Canada, Ireland, and England. Jacksonville had its own Chinatown that was home to the many Chinese who had traveled far...