Books published by publisher Airmont Publishing Company, Inc.

Humorous contemporary fiction. In the tradition of Huck Finn, a big hearted but uneducated 28 year old narrator (nicknamed 'Jumper') tells of his adventures protecting Holly (a nurse who lives downstairs in his building) from a dangerous gang ("the Bones"). This involves some detective work, which Jumper is familiar with because he watches TV. Someone like Jumper might describe the book like this: If you hate bad grammar, this ain't the book for you. Jumper writes like he talks.The Bones have knives and guns, but Jumper is smart with duct tape. Plus, his hobby is jumping off of things, like garages and trees, which surprises you if you ain't expecting a guy to jump off the garage at you. He also likes to draw, and gives art therapy lessons to a little girl in the hospital with cancer. When it looks like the Bones want to hurt her, that's about the last straw for Jumper. A guy can only stay all James Bond cool for so long, and you really ain't that smart if you pick a fight with a guy who jumps off garages for fun. The book appeals to adults and young adults who don't mind mild violence and mildly offensive language. Nothing in it worse than you see or hear on network TV. So far, it appeals (oddly) to writers and fans of literary fiction who appreciate some of the subtle language humor Jumper stumbles across and steps into.Kenn Amdahl is also the author of There Are No Electrons: Electronics for Earthlings; the Land of Debris and the Home of Alfredo; Revenge of the Pond Scum: searching for the causes of Alzheimer's Disease, ALS and Parkinson's; The Wordguise Alembic (essays); Stones in the Water (poetry); Joy Writing: Discover and Develop Your Creative Voice; and co author of Calculus for Cats (with Jim Loats, Ph.D) and Algebra Unplugged (also with Jim Loats, Ph.D). It's an odd book; some readers have loved it, others can't get past the quirky style. It would be the absolutely perfect book to read on an airplane or train or bus, when you want something easy, a little different, entertaining and funny, but you don't want to invest a bunch of money or time. For example, if you were considering a James Patterson book, or a Stephen King book, or a JK Rowling book, I'd recommend this one instead. It's nothing like them, and aren't you ready to read something that everyone else hasn't read? Aren't you ready to be the FIRST of your friends to read something instead of the LAST? Wouldn't it be cool to be one of the first to read it, and then it became a big hit. Yes. Yes it would.Here is how the book starts:Some people say I ain’t smart enough to have did what I done. But some of the guys who say that ain’t exactly Einstein Bagels themselves and probably ain’t as smart as stuff they done either. Sometimes smart and lucky is the same thing, which a guy should not get credit for even if they want to.OK, so getting in a fight with the meanest gang guy in Denver wasn’t smart or lucky, I’ll give you that one. I shouldn’t of done that and I ain’t got excuses. And any time you see a murder, you got to figure you done some dumb stuff to put you in the wrong spot at the right time. So it would be fair to take off some of my brain points for being a murder witness, on top of the points for the unfortunate gang incident. But then you got to add some luck points for not getting killed myself, and some on account of the turtle. Since smart and lucky is a lot alike, as I already explained, I think my luck points raises my brain points back to a level playing field.

This book contains delicious and nutritious recipes perfect for sleepovers. The recipes include caramel corn, dips, sloppy Joes, chili, punch, ice cream and cookies pie, hot fudge, and bagel faces. Also included in this title are full-color photos of tools and ingredients, explanations of common cooking terms, step-by-step instructions, tips and variations, a glossary and an index.

Welcome to the world of the fennec fox! Many readers may never have heard of this nocturnal creature. This tiniest member of the dog family is native to northern Africa. A chapter on the fennec fox's body discusses its appearance, size, and special features, such as its huge, sensitive ears, furry feet, and long tail. Other chapters cover its life cycle, diet, and desert habitat, including a map. Predators, including humans, are also introduced, along with threats to the fennec fox's environment and conservation efforts that are in place. Every book in the Nocturnal Animals series includes sidebars on scientific classification, the special features of the nocturnal eye, and the difference between nocturnal, diurnal, and crepuscular animals. Full-color photographs will draw in the reader while showing off the fennec fox's unique characteristics. Glossary words in bold, phonetic spellings, and an index supplement this easy-to-read text. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

Easy-to-read text and colorful illustrations and photos teach readers about Yurok history, traditions, and modern life. This book describes society and family structure, hunting, fishing, and gathering methods, and ceremonies and rituals. Readers will learn about Yurok homes, clothing, and crafts such as basketry. A traditional myth is included, as is a description of famous Yurok leader Lucy Thompson. Wars, weapons, and contact with Europeans are discussed. Topics including European influence, the formation of reservations, and federal recognition are also addressed. In addition, modern Yurok culture and still-celebrated traditions are described. Yurok homelands are illustrated with a detailed map of the United States. Bold glossary terms and an index accompany engaging text. This book is written and illustrated by Native Americans, providing authentic perspectives of the Yurok.

First edition. Whitman Big Little Book Series #5755. 3 1/2" x 4 3/4" Big Little book bound in wrappers with a pictorial front wrapper. A VG+ copy. Small wrinkle at the head of the spine. The front wrapper has a diagonal, 3/4" crease near its upper left corner and a 1/8" bump at its upper right corner. The color illustration on Page 153 has a name inked at its lower edge.

Beware, ye pilgrims, of the Knotty List crew! In the third book in the adventures of the Knotty List, Cap'n McNasty and his crew of roguish rapscallions don't have any plans for dinner. Not to worry, though, because from their ship, the crew spies a huge feast being enjoyed at Plymouth Rock. Cap'n McNasty and his party of privateers may seem like the perfect dinner guests, but it isn't long until their mischievous manners reveal their true identity. Armed with delicious food, the pirates fight for the mouth-watering feast! Impish illustrations will keep young readers entertained, and starving for more. So whether ye be pirate or pilgrim, arm yourself for a Thanksgiving food fight the likes o' which you've never seen!

Easy-to-read text and colorful illustrations and photos teach readers about Kiowa history, traditions, and modern life. This book describes society and family structure, hunting and gathering methods, and ceremonies and rituals. Readers will learn about Kiowa clothing and crafts such as painted tepee covers. A traditional myth is included, as is a description of famous Kiowa leader Lone Wolf. Wars, weapons, and contact with Europeans are discussed. Topics including European influence, assimilation, land rights, the formation of reservations, and federal recognition are also addressed. In addition, modern Kiowa culture and still-celebrated traditions are described. Kiowa homelands are illustrated with a detailed map of the United States, and a step-by-step illustration of tepee construction shows readers how the Kiowa built their homes. Bold glossary terms and an index accompany engaging text. This book is written and illustrated by Native Americans, providing authentic perspectives of the Kiowa.

This volume offers the fruits of Peter Meineck and Paul Woodruff's dynamic collaboration on the plays of Sophocles' Theban cycle, presenting the translators' Oedipus Tyrannus (2000) along with Woodruff's Antigone (2001) and a muscular new Oedipus at Colonus by Meineck. Grippingly readable, all three translations combine fidelity to the Greek with concision, clarity, and powerful, hard-edged speech. Each play features foot-of-the-page notes, stage directions, and line numbers to the Greek. Woodruff's Introduction discusses the playwright, Athenian theatre and performance, the composition of the plays, and the plots and characters of each; it also offers thoughtful reflections on major critical interpretations of these plays.