With some scrap wood, rope, hammer, nails, and this book, build seven historic catapults including Ludgar the War Wolf, God's Stone Thrower, Cabulus, and the Wild Donkey -- simple yet sophisticated hurling machines that rely on the fundamentals of math and physics using levers, force, torsion, tension, and traction. Through these exciting projects, the colorful history of siege warfare comes to life -- the stories of Alexander the Great and the battle...

"Create cool carryalls--no pattern required! Hit the town, office or schoolyard with these one-of-a-kind bags and totes! In this handy beginner's guide, the experts behind Sew4Home.com show you how to create ten hip projects, from clutches and shoulder bags to a slick yoga mat sling and a vintage kid'' book bag. No paper patterns required! Throughout Sew4Home Bags and Totes, you'll find step-by-step instructions and sewing tutorials. Learn to make...

A log cabin is a less sophisticated dwelling structure made of logs. Log cabins have a long history in both the United States and Europe. In the United States log cabins where the first generation homes built by settlers from Europe and other countries who came to the country in search of a new life. Today with the availability of tall pines and other tall trunk trees, a family can easily erect a log cabin from scratch in a matter of days. With the...

Text and black-and-white illustrations follow the intricate step-by-step process of the building of an ancient Egyptian pyramid.

"In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the technology behind the world's coolest bridges, covering how they are planned, designed, and constructed by architects and engineers. Crisp, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more. An infographic aids understanding, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about the architecture of bridges using...

Commited to building his new church, dynamic young preacher Paul Hudson loses sight of the purer intentions of his ministry and struggles to choose between his own will and God's plan.