Books with author Mike Mueller

Chevrolet defined American driving culture during the golden age of muscle. See it all here, in The Complete Book of Classic Chevrolet Muscle Cars: 1955-1974. Chevrolet didn't invent the overhead-valve pushrod V-8 engine, but without question Ed Cole and Chevy perfected it. And General Motors' Bowtie division wasn't the first to put the engine design in a production car, but it was the first to put the engine design in an affordable production car and make it available to the average driver.No other automobile in history so clearly demarcates a before-and-after line in the sand like the 1955 Chevrolet. This was the birth of the affordable performance car, and from the moment the car hit the streets, the experience of driving would never be the same.The impact that an affordable American sedan with a powerful performance engine had on American society was so great that it not only changed the experience of driving; it changed the psychology of a generation. Prior to the introduction of the 1955 Chevrolet with its V-8 engine, cars had been considered necessary appliances, like refrigerators or vacuum cleaners. With a single stroke, Chevrolet turned American culture into a car culture.Chevrolet dominated the muscle-car scene throughout the classic era. The Impala SS, with its 409 engine popularized by the Beach Boys, ruled America's drag strips. The Z16 Chevelle Malibu SS396 became the every man's muscle car. The Camaro turned the pony car genre into genuine muscle cars. The LS6 engine was the most powerful of the classic era.The Complete Book of Classic Chevrolet Muscle Cars: 1955-1974 chronicles the all-conquering cars of this incredible 20-year period.

Corvettes have been around for over 50 years and hold a special place in many car enthusiasts hearts. There have been certain Corvette models and years that have stood above the rest. This revised edition of Corvette Milestones includes the milestones of Corvettes from the first generation to the newest C6 generation. Each model is profiled with information why it is set against the rest of the Corvette models, specifications, and photos.

A Classic Tale of Adventure and Terror“You have entered a world of death, but do not want to die. No treasure on earth is worth facing the Yeti.”In the year 1850, a British caravan crossing the Himalayan Mountains from India into China has vanished, along with its priceless treasure. Now the race is on to reclaim the lost fortune as a pair of intrepid soldiers - a virtuous African private and a daring British corporal - spearhead their own mission to seize the prize by betraying their fellow troops. On this epic adventure, each man’s will, character and fortitude will be challenged to survive the perilous quest as they battle the wrath of the vengeful English army, the fury of the native bandits, the greed of their cutthroat accomplices, and the harsh, frozen hell of the alpine peaks. And the only other obstacle to their success is a savage beast of mythical power.

Gardening is now the favorite leisure pastime in America. Homeowners are realizing the health benefits derived from gardening and the increase in their home's property value. This book contains easy-to-use advice on the top landscape plant choices. It also recommends specific varieties, and provides advice on how to plant, how to grow and how to care for the best plants.

From the Model T and classic step-sides through today's wildly popular light-duty haulers, this spectacular tribute chronicles all makes, sizes, and vintages of American pickups. Modern color and rare archival photography features beauties from the likes of Ford, Chevrolet, and Dodge, as well as less frequently seen gems from makers such as International, Diamond T, Reo, Mack, Studebaker, and Crosley. Most of the trucks shown are restored to showroom condition, but there are also several examples of customs, hot rods and even monster trucks.

From the Model T and classic step-sides through today's wildly popular light-duty haulers, this spectacular tribute chronicles all makes, sizes, and vintages of American pickups. Modern color and rare archival photography features beauties from the likes of Ford, Chevrolet, and Dodge, as well as less frequently seen gems from makers such as International, Diamond T, Reo, Mack, Studebaker, and Crosley. Most of the trucks shown are restored to showroom condition, but there are also several examples of customs, hot rods and even monster trucks.

Tomas the desert tortoise lives in Nevada's beautiful Red Rock Canyon. He and his desert friends have enjoyed many playful adventures, and now Ranger Ralph has offered another. This time our plucky little friend's courage will be tested as he and his friends take an overnight trip to one of Nevada's most famous ghost towns. There, imagination can play among moonlit shadows and behind creaking doors. Come along and see what surprises are in store!

Explore the exciting world of gardening in Missouri with respected horticulturist Mike Miller. The popular host of KMOX Garden Hot Line presents valuable gardening information in an easy-to-use format accompanied by full-color photographs. The author will advise you on how you can: Select bright flowers, graceful trees, fragrant shrubs, and vines that will thrive in Missouri.Use mulches, proper watering, and well-prepared soil to combat climate extremes.Add splashes of color with the use of annuals.Establish a healthy, beautiful lawn.Learn how to deal with the common pests associated with each plant.Introduce native Missouri plants into your landscape.