The Old Farmer's Almanac 2014 (Electronic book text)

Accept no substitutes America's oldest continuously published periodical and best-loved annual is often imitated but never equaled. This is the one, the only, "Old Farmer's Almanac " Recognized for generations by its familiar yellow cover, the Almanac for 2014 promises to be "useful, with a pleasant degree of humor," fulfilling once again (for the 222nd time) the mission set forth in 1792 by its founder, Robert B. Thomas. In addition to its 80 percent-accurate weather, this year's signature mix of wit and wisdom, tips and advice, forecasts and fun includes . . . - an astronomy quiz to test your Sky-Q - anglers' six favorite fish and secrets to hooking them - vegetables and other perennial edibles to grow - the time in our lives: where it goes, ways to make the most of it, and more - the whole truth about whole grains - how to get bitten by a pet (if you're not careful) - rings around Earth (think Saturn) that might influence our weather - health tips for each zodiac sign - envelope and napkin jottings that changed the world - plus: Moon phases and other celestial sightings, tides, historic trivia, gardening tables, best days, and too much more to mention Added value this year: - 80 full-color pages - full-color winter and summer weather maps - updated Reference section