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How has the place we live in changed, developed, and grown over the centuries? That is the basic question local historians seek to answer. The answer is to be found in the sources of information that previous generations have left us. The records of parish, county, and diocesan administration, of the courts, of the national government, and of private estates, all have something to tell us about the history of the locality we are interested in. So...
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"If you have trouble distinguishing the verbs imitate and emulate, the relative pronouns that and which, or the adjectives pliant, pliable, and supple, never fear--How to Tell Fate from Destiny is here to help! With more than 500 headwords, the book is replete with advice on how to differentiate commonly confused words and steer clear of verbal trouble"--
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Get your recommended daily allowance of facts and fun with Food Anatomy, the third book in Julia Rothman's best-selling Anatomy series. She starts with an illustrated history of food and ends with a global tour of street eats. Along the way, Rothman serves up a hilarious primer on short-order egg lingo and a mouthwatering menu of how people around the planet serve fried potatoes - and what we dip them in. Award-winning food journalist Rachel Wharton...
4) The encyclopedia of the weird and wonderful: curious and incredible facts that will blow your mind
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Discover a plethora of intriguing and entertaining facts from archaeology and history-brought to life with clever illustrations and full-color and design.
In “The Encyclopedia of the Weird and Wonderful”, TikTok educator and Youtuber Milo Rossi presents an assortment of funny and detailed anecdotes of some of the more quotidian mysteries of life, such as:
• Why do people wear wedding bands on their left hand?
• What stew can you eat today...
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This handy guide is designed to assist insurance agents and consumers by explaining these complicated and confusing terms in jargon-free language. More than 2,000 complicated terms are defined in easy to understand language. No category health, life, automobile, homeowners, renter s, or workers compensation is overlooked. The terms are listed in alphabetical order so you can easily find what you need to know and begin to feel more confident when dealing...
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Renowned NFL analysts' tips to make football more accessible, colorful, and compelling than ever before. More and more football fans are watching the NFL each week, but many of them don't know exactly what they should be watching. What does the offense's formation tell you about the play that's about to be run? When a quarterback throws a pass toward the sideline and the wide receiver cuts inside, which player is to blame? Why does a defensive end...
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The secret to planning a deeply personal and meaningful wedding has nothing to do with budget. It's about creating a celebration that reflects a couple's core values. Translating those values is the work of Modern Wedding, an information-filled guide with hundreds of creative ideas and beautiful, inspiring photographs for readers to look at and say, "This feels like us."
The book unpacks every element of a wedding-stationery, attire, seating plans,...
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From lauded cheesemonger and creator of the popular blog Cheese Sex Death, a bible for everything you need to know about cheese
For many people, the world of artisan cheese is an intriguing but intimidating place. There are so many strange smells, unusual textures, exotic names, and rules for serving. Where should a neophyte begin?
From evangelist cheesemonger Erika Kubick, this comprehensive book guides readers to become confident connoisseurs...
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Originally published in 1896, "Robert's Rules of Order," remains to this day the manual of choice when it comes to conducting orderly productive proceedings. As General Henry M. Robert describes in his preface to the work, "The object of Rules of Order is to assist an assembly to accomplish in the best possible manner the work for which it was designed. To do this it is necessary to restrain the individual somewhat, as the right of an individual,...
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Edible Gardens LA founder Lauri Kranz shares her secrets for planning, planting, growing, and maintaining luscious edible gardens, no matter the setting or size of the plot. Through gorgeous gardens created for her well-known clientele, including James Beard award-winning chefs, celebrities, rock stars, and more, Lauri shares her essential methods for growing abundant organic food. This practical guide is built around Lauri's philosophy that nourishment...
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How to find help for any situation.
Although we live in the age of information and everyone is bombarded with potential sources of help, sifting through those possibilities can be a chore. This is where Help Yourself comes in! With this useful reference, author Jan Yager provides an overview of the various situations that most people have to navigate, from calling customer service or reporting a crime to finding credible and reliable information about...
15) Hipoteca 2020
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Si usted está en el proceso de comprar su primera casa y ha estado tratando de encontrar todos los hechos en un solo lugar, puede dejar de buscar ahora. Hipoteca 2020 establece de forma clara y concisa los Nuevos Programas Hipotecarios para la Nueva Generación de Compradores de Vivienda. Con explicaciones sobre programas hipotecarios convencionales y asegurados por el gobierno, pautas de calificación, los pasos para solicitar una hipoteca y más,...
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Following the success of Plants You Can't Kill, Tornio now takes a look at those plants that can actually kill you if you're not careful. This book will offer up information to gardening enthusiasts of all levels about common plants that are toxic, poisonous, and even deadly. While the level of toxicity varies from each plant, all are considered deadly in one way or another to wild animals, family pets, and even humans. With its colorful, easy-to-read...
17) Writing to learn
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This is an essential book for everyone who wants to write clearly about any subject and use writing as a means of learning.
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"A sweet, alphabetical handbook to all things green." -The New York Post
Do you know a folly from a ha-ha? Can an allée be pleached? Does a skep belong on a plinth? Answers to these questions-plus a gazebo-ful of information, stories, and visual delights-await in this charming exploration of the stuff gardens are made of. Garden historian Suzanne Staubach covers everything from arbors to water features, reveling in the anecdotes that accompany...
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Learn to grow top-quality cannabis with this friendly and accessible guide.
Cultivating cannabis at home is rewarding, economical, and allows you to decide how it's grown and what goes into the process. In Homegrown Cannabis, herbalist and grower Alexis Burnett will show you how to nurture plants from seed or clone to harvest with the principles of regenerative and organic farming in mind. You'll learn to select cultivars, maintain optimal growing...
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