Gardening & Horticulture

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Flocked: My Grandparents, Midcentury America & Plastic Flamingos

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Report copyright infringementby Jeffrey W. Aubuchon (Author)The heroic tales of the Greatest Generation of World War II, and the pain of the Baby Boomer survivors of the war in Vietnam, have left the Silent Generation of the Korean War often forgotten. This is a glimpse into that generation's midcentury plastic world, from service in Korea and the South Pacific to leisure life spent on the cut lawns of middle-class suburbia. It's a short, birdseye account of backyard barbecues, consumer confi...

Taxidermy and Zoological Collecting - A Complete Handbook for the Amateur Taxidermist, Collector, Osteologist, Museum-Builder, Sportsman and Traveller

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Report copyright infringementby William T. Hornaday (Author)This vintage volume contains a complete handbook on taxidermy and zoological collecting, with information that will appeal to the amateur taxidermist, collector, osteologist, sportsman, and traveller. With helpful illustrations and a wealth of useful information, this volume is highly recommended for the novice taxidermist, and would make for a worthy addition to collections of related literature. Contents include: "The Worker and th...

The Book Of Cut Flowers: A Complete Guide To The Preparing, Arranging, And Preserving Of Flowers For Decorative Purposes (1906)

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Report copyright infringementby R. P. Brotherston (Author)""The Book of Cut Flowers"" by R. P. Brotherston is a comprehensive guide to preparing, arranging, and preserving flowers for decorative purposes. Originally published in 1906, this book contains timeless wisdom and practical advice for anyone interested in working with cut flowers. The book covers a wide range of topics, from selecting the right flowers for different occasions to caring for them after they've been cut. It also include...

The Navel Orange Of Bahia: With Notes On Some Little-known Brazilian Fruits

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Report copyright infringementby Palemon Howard Dorsett (Author), Archibald Dixon Shamel (Created by), Wilson Popenoe (Author)This book provides a comprehensive account of the navel orange of Bahia and other little-known Brazilian fruits, and their economic and cultural importance in Brazil. It covers topics such as crop management, pests and diseases, and uses of the fruits. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of agriculture, Brazilian culture, and horticulture.This ...

Refinement in Z and Object-Z: Foundations and Advanced Applications

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Report copyright infringementby John Derrick (Author), Eerke A. Boiten (Author)This book covers data refinement and its application to Z; generalisations of refinement that change the interface and atomicity of operations; refinement in Object-Z; and modelling state and behaviour by combining Object-Z with CSP.Back JacketRefinement is one of the cornerstones of the formal approach to software engineering, and its use in various domains has led to research on new applications and generalisatio...

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Garden Voices: A Year of Gardeners' Writing

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Report copyright infringementby Claire Masset (Author)A fascinating celebration of our love for all things horticultural, with a selection of garden-related entries from diaries, letters, and articles for every day of the year. Garden Voices captures the past and present of gardening with dated, daily musings organized around the calendar year, bringing gardening and gardeners to life like never before. In this engaging anthology, readers are transported back in time--and often place--to witn...

LISP Lore: A Guide to Programming the LISP Machine

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Report copyright infringementby H. Bromley (Author)This book had its genesis in the following piece of computer mail: From allegra!joan-b Tue Dec 18 09:15:54 1984 To: sola!hjb Subject: lispm Hank, I've been talking with Mark Plotnik and Bill Gale about asking you to conduct a basic course on using the lisp machine. Mark, for instance, would really like to cover basics like the flavor system, etc., so he could start doing his own programming without a lot of trial and error, and Bill and I wou...

Beyond the Bloom: Life Lessons from the Misadventures of a Beginner Gardener

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Report copyright infringementby Kelly Crabb (Author)When Kelly Crabb set out to grow a cut flower garden in her suburban backyard, she unearthed something unexpected: joy, courage, and the sacred magic of starting something before you're ready.Through stories of growth and grief, hope and surrender, "Beyond the Bloom" invites readers to consider what might happen if they stopped waiting for perfect conditions - and simply said yes to what's tugging at their hearts.With humor, grit, and a litt...

Orchids: How to Keep This Alive: A No-Fuss Guide to Keeping Your Houseplant Happy

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Report copyright infringementby Julianne Robertson (Author)A friendly guide to abolishing horticultural genocide, one pot at a time So you've been given an orchid. This ancient flower is one of the most popular plants cultivated today, and has amassed a wealth of symbolism throughout its history. However, they are famously fussy. Everybody has a different tip, trick or close-guarded secret for keeping orchids alive you've probably heard of using icecubes as watering technique, or sunning th...

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Report copyright infringementby Angelo Ligori (Author), Ellwood Shreve (As Told by), Elisha Ogbonna (Consultant)FA NA BONA JOBBA is an inspiring memoir about Angelo Ligori, an Italian born Canadian whose life spans post war Italy, immigration in 1966 through seven decades of life and professional transformation from war torn poverty to our modern day. Angelo began in Pofi Italy and experienced Canada in Ontario and Alberta as well as profession travels in Europe and the USA. Angelo relates pr...

Calligraphy Practice paper: Roman watercolor hand writing workbook tropical school, fruit punch for adults & kids 120 pages of practice sheets to

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Report copyright infringementby Creative Line Publishing (Author)hand lettering workbookLarge Hand lettering workbook for beginners. practice writing with these Calligraphy sheets to improve your technique and style.Makes an excellent gift idea for birthdays, Christmas, Valentines or any special occasion.Perfectly sized at 8.5" x 11"120 pageFlexible PaperbackScroll up and click on "'add to cart'' to buy Now! Number of Pages: 122 Dimensions: 0.26 x 11 x 8.5 IN ...

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Report copyright infringementby Luigi Dami (Author)"The Italian Garden" by Luigi Dami is a comprehensive exploration of the evolution, aesthetic, and architectural brilliance of Italy's most famous landscapes. This scholarly yet accessible work traces the development of garden design from its modest origins in the Middle Ages through the opulence of the Renaissance and the theatricality of the Baroque period. Dami examines how the interplay of water features, statuary, and structured vegetati...

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Report copyright infringementby Mildred Stapley Byne (Author)"Spanish Gardens and Patios" is an authoritative exploration of the unique landscape and architectural heritage of Spain. Written by expert Mildred Stapley Byne, this work delves into the intricate beauty and structural harmony of Spanish outdoor spaces. The book meticulously examines the evolution of the Spanish garden, highlighting the profound influence of Moorish design, the use of vibrant tiling, and the essential role of water...

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Report copyright infringementby Edwin Lutyens (Author)"Houses and Gardens" explores the architectural brilliance and landscape mastery of Sir Edwin Lutyens, one of Britain's most influential architects. This work provides an in-depth look at the evolution of the English country house, showcasing Lutyens' ability to marry traditional craftsmanship with innovative design. The book emphasizes the harmonious relationship between structural form and the natural environment, a hallmark of the Arts ...

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A Year in Flowers: Inspiration for Everyday Living

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Report copyright infringementby Shane Connolly (Author)Sixty glorious arrangements for Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter show that flowers should be used seasonably, sustainably and responsibly. Shane Connolly has many high-profile and international clients and works by Appointment to HRH The Prince of Wales. He designed all the flowers for the Royal wedding of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge in April 2011 and provides the floral arrangements for their households todayAuthor BiographyShane ...

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Blossom: Practical and Creative Ways to Find Wonder in the Floral World

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Report copyright infringementby Adriana Picker (Author)In Blossom, botanical illustrator and lifelong flower lover Adriana Picker takes you through a year of flowers and the ways to live with and learn from them, with beautiful artwork as well as recipes and activities to encourage a slower life through the seasons. Telling the stories of flowers from around the world, this enchanting collection also provides mindful and practical ideas for reconnecting with nature and the blooms around us. ...

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Journeys to the Nearby: A Gardener Discovers the Gentle Art of Untravelling

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Report copyright infringementby Elspeth Bradbury (Author)Inspired by adventures of world travellers but unwilling to rack up her fossil fuel consumption, Elspeth sets out with a deep curiosity to explore the world that exists in her own garden. Told over the course of four seasons, the book is inspired by the beauty in the small moments of discovery. After spending the winter holidays lazing comfortably with a stack of books by ambitiously adventurous travel writers, Elspeth soon realizes tha...

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Report copyright infringementby Jill Nooney (Author)"An engaging look at the creation of an extensive garden by two highly motivated gardeners that will appeal to readers who enjoy whimsy, innovation, and following the construction of a garden." -- Library Journal"Cultivation is just another word for commitment. You think you are just pulling weeds, but what you are really doing is writing a love letter to your patch of earth." - Thomas RainerThis quote opens Bedrock: The Making of a Public G...

Wall Flowers: 50 pictures ready for colored pencils

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Report copyright infringementby Joan Worth (Author)50 Original flower drawings. Whimsical to geometric for all ages groups. Half fun charactures and half relaxing medallions and flower studies, Wall Flowers is a cute take on flowers. A fun point of view by artist Joan Worth - First book in the Wallflowers Series. Number of Pages: 108 Dimensions: 0.22 x 11.02 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: February 02, 2017

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Report copyright infringementby Linda Trott Dickman (Author)To someIt is the world.Oblate spheroid of red, crownedin stars, vined galaxies of juicy perfection.Add toast, mayonnaise, lettuce, bacon; a feast.An eyes-closed bite of Heaven, dripping, over the borders of my mouth, the bread, the plate, leaving me with the joyful aroma, sublime taste, a wanton desirefor more, and more and more. This queen ofthe garden, this multi-chambered heart of so much flavor: the tomato. Number of...

Atmosfloric: Flower Colour in Home & Garden

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Report copyright infringementby Sean A. Pritchard (Author)The hotly anticipated second book from designer Sean Pritchard, author of Outside In, exploring the impact of color in the garden and how it can be displayed indoors. 'I love how I can enjoy the seasons through Sean Pritchard's joyously seductive and inspiring arrangements. Glorious!' John Derian Praise for Sean Pritchard's first book, Outside In: "I devoured this sumptuously British step-by-gorgeous-step guide to when to seed, plant...

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Report copyright infringementby William Robinson (Author)This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is importa...

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Report copyright infringementby Edith Wharton (Author)Travelogues Collection offers readers a unique glimpse into the diverse landscape, culture and wildlife of the world from the perspective of late 19th and early 20th century esteemed travelers. From the exotic islands of Fiji to the lush jungles of Africa to the bustling streets of New York City, these picturesque backdrops set the scene for amusing, and at times prejudiced, anecdotes of adventure, survival and camaraderie. Photographs and...

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Report copyright infringementby Alejandro Saralegui (Author), Kendell Cronstrom (Author)A portrait of an iconoclastic garden in the Hamptons where painter, poet, and self-taught horticulturist Robert Dash created an eclectic plant paradise and a literary and arts salon. During the 1960s, painter, poet, and gardener Robert Dash set out to create a haven where art and the garden existed in tandem. What began as a fallow farm field over time became a beloved public garden and Hamptons treasure ...

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Mindfulness in the Garden: Zen Tools for Digging in the Dirt

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Report copyright infringementby Zachiah Murray (Author), Thich Nhat Hanh (Foreword by), Mick McEvoy (Afterword by)Mindfulness in the Garden offers simple mindfulness verses (gathas) composed to connect the mind and body and to bring the reader/gardener's awareness to the details of the present moment as they work in the garden. These gathas are signposts leading to nature, to the present, and ultimately to one's self through the love and understanding they evoke. The gathas offered with each ...

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Report copyright infringementby Björn Vedder (Editor), Otward Buchner (Contribution by), Björn Vedder (Contribution by)A match made in heaven: Stephan Maria Lang's top-class architecture in the midst of blooming gardens. Influenced by "organic architecture," Stephan Maria Lang creates beautiful ensembles of houses and gardens. Generous living spaces connected with nature, they have become even more captivating over the years. Lang's designs and constructions exhibit a remarkable integration...

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Report copyright infringementby John Martin Robinson (Author), Ashley Hicks (Photographer), Miranda Rock (Foreword by)A remarkable tour through the lavish interiors, extraordinary architecture and parklands, and unrivaled collections of the grandest surviving sixteenth-century estate in Britain. Conceived by William Cecil, Lord High Treasurer to Queen Elizabeth I, and built between 1555 and 1587, Burghley House is a testament to the ambition and vision of the most powerful courtier of the fir...

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An Illustrated Catalog of American Fruits & Nuts: The U.S. Department of Agriculture Pomological Watercolor Collection

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Report copyright infringementby Adam Leith Gollner (Introduction by), Adam Leith Gollner (Text by (Art/Photo Books)), Marina Vitaglione (Text by (Art/Photo Books))A kaleidoscopic celebration of the USDA's pomological collection, offering an engaging, biophillic meditation upon the sweetest of the earth's produceThe United States Department of Agriculture Pomological Watercolor Collection encompasses 7,497 botanical watercolor paintings of evolving fruit and nut varieties, alongside specimens ...

A Narrative Of Colonel Ethan Allen's Captivity

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Report copyright infringementby Ethan Allen (Author)This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important en...

Creative Houseplant Projects: Easy Crafts and Growing Tips for Indoor Plants

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Report copyright infringementby Lisa Eldred Steinkopf (Author)Grow some of the world's most unique and beautiful houseplants with this one-of-a-kind guide. Plus, find DIY projects for using houseplants to kick up your decorating skills! Houseplants make great house guests--they don't talk back, they're 100% no drama, they're exceptional listeners, and they help beautify your bedroom and calm your senses. Plus, houseplants are fun to nurture and care for. In Creative Houseplant Projects, you'l...

The Garden Through Time: Every Garden Tells a Story. Let the Past Inspire Yours.

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Report copyright infringementby Thomas Rutter (Author)Step into a Persian paradise, wander through a Mughal masterpiece or lose yourself in Monet's blooming haven at Giverny. The Garden Through Time brings 45 extraordinary gardens to life in a beautifully illustrated journey across the world and through the centuries. From peaceful medieval cloisters to imaginative modern spaces like New York's High Line, each garden offers inspiration and ideas you can adapt at home, whether you have a spra...