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The Good Life for Less: Giving Your Family Great Meals, Good Times, and a Happy Home on a Budget - Paperback

$24.58

by Amy Allen Clark (Author), Jana Murphy (Author)When Amy Clark and her husband found themselves in unexpected financial trouble right before the birth of their first child, they quickly learned the importance of smart budgeting and making a little money go a long way. In this book, Amy offers up a clever lifestyle plan that is long on creativity and short on cost to help you achieve a peaceful, thrifty home and a loving, happy family: - Set a reasonable budget and stick to it- Save half price or more on nearly everything- Cook delicious, frugal meals for any size family, and save money by making your own easy salad dressing, barbecue sauce, and homemade mixes- Manage an organized, clean ...

The Craft of Research, Fifth Edition - Paperback

$18.24

by Wayne C. Booth (Author), Gregory G. Colomb (Author), Joseph M. Williams (Author)A thoroughly updated edition of a beloved classic that has guided generations of researchers in conducting effective and meaningful research. With more than a million copies sold since its first publication, The Craft of Research has helped generations of researchers at every level--from high-school students and first-year undergraduates to advanced graduate students to researchers in business and government. Conceived by seasoned researchers and educators Wayne C. Booth, Gregory G. Colomb, and Joseph M. Williams, this fundamental work explains how to choose significant topics, pose genuine and productive ...

Merriam-Webster's Advanced Learner's English Dictionary - Paperback

$30.67

by Merriam-Webster (Editor)Created by America's foremost language experts, this dictionary is designed to help advanced students master spoken and written English, as it is actually used.With in-depth and up-to-date coverage of basic English vocabulary, grammar, and usage, this dictionary features 100,000 words and phrases with definitions that are easy for learners to understand. 3,000 core vocabulary words identified as the most important words for learners to know Provides unique, in-depth coverage of more than 22,000 idioms, collocations, and commonly used phrases in both American and British English 160,000 example sentences--the most of any learner's dictionary--clarify meanings an...

Webster's All-In-One Dictionary and Thesaurus, Third Edition - Hardcover

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by Merriam-Webster (Editor)A new edition of this fully integrated dictionary and thesaurus makes finding the right word easier than ever! Features of this Book Over 68,000 clear and concise dictionary definitions 130,000 synonyms and antonyms Usage examples clarify meanings Dictionary and thesaurus entries are combined for ease of use Newly added words and senses across a variety of fields include bot, crowdfunding, crowdsourcing, coronavirus, long COVID, spongy moth, First Nation, and social distancing Perfect for school, home, or the office. Created in cooperation with the editors of Merriam-Webster, America's leading provider of language information.-- (7/19/2023 12:00:00 AM) Numbe...

The Sneaky Parent: Crafty Tactics for Raising Cheerful, Cooperative Kids - Hardcover

$16.30

by David Borgenicht (Author), James Grace (Author)More than 200 clever tips to help stubborn kids go to bed, clean their room, take a bath, and more--without tears or fights. As a parent, you want nothing more than to keep your child fed, clothed, clean, healthy, and safe. Your kid, meanwhile, wants nothing more than to eat junk, go nude, stay up all night, and fall down a well. Begging doesn't work. Bribery isn't sustainable. You don't want to shout. It's time to get sneaky. The Sneaky Parent offers a full playbook of clever ploys for beating kids at their own game. With the strategies outlined in this book, you can gently guide kids toward positive choices--while letting them think they...

Holy Spirit Rising: The Vital Return of Our Divine Mother for the Healing of Our Planet - Hardcover

$29.94

by Sylvia Binsfeld (Author), Anne Baring (Foreword by), Evangelia Philippidis (Illustrator)At the beginning, humanity had a Divine Mother and Father God had a wife. We were made in their image. Scholars have uncovered evidence that long ago scribes altered the gender of our Mother Holy Spirit through redactions to the Bible entirely changing our perception of God, each other, and the world. With our Divine Mother's erasure, everything associated with the feminine became somehow less than, including women, qualities such as heart-centered wisdom, as well as nature itself, which was always associated with her-and the world lost its healthy yin and yang balance. Holy Spirit Rising explores h...

Atlas of Unexpected Places: Haphazard Discoveries, Chance Places and Unimaginable Destinations - Paperback

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by Travis Elborough (Author)Traverse the globe and explore the extraordinary. This is a unique, enigmatic collection of 45 meticulously crafted maps for wandering off the beaten track. Embark on an armchair expedition across nations and marvel at astounding spots only ever stumbled upon by chance. The profound histories and distinctive quirks of these happenstances are described in detail alongside evocative black and white photographs. The unexpected places include: Just Enough Room Island, an aptly named islet that defies spatial conventions The Purple Rock of Madeira, where shipwrecked lovers etched their love story into the annals of history The Dead Sea Scrolls, discovered one day ...

Space Atlas, Second Edition: Mapping the Universe and Beyond - Hardcover

$48.00

by James Trefil (Author)Space Atlas combines updated maps, lavish photographs, and elegant illustrations to chart the solar system, the universe, and beyond. For space enthusiasts, science lovers, and star gazers, here is the newly revised edition of National Geographic's enduring guide to space, with a new introduction by American hero Buzz Aldrin. In this guided tour of our planetary neighborhood, the Milky Way and other galaxies, and beyond, detailed maps and fascinating imagery from recent space missions partner with clear, authoritative scientific information. Starting with the sun and moving outward into space, acclaimed science writer and physicist James Trefil illuminates each pla...

Things Great and Small: Collection Management Policies - Hardcover

$176.00

by John E. Simmons (Author)The third edition of Things Great and Small continues to be a comprehensive resource for developing, implementing, and revising collection management policies and includes new information for addressing prolonged or permanent closure of museums, wider parameters for collection storage environments, and sustainable collection management practices.Author BiographyJohn E. Simmons (BA, Systematics & Ecology; MA, Museum Studies) has worked in museums for more than 50 years. He began his career as a zoo keeper before becoming collections manager at the California Academy of Sciences and later at the Natural History Museum at the University of Kansas, where he also...

Things Great and Small: Collection Management Policies - Paperback

$76.00

Welcoming Museum Visitors with Unapparent Disabilities - Paperback

$83.20

by Beth Redmond-Jones (Editor)Welcoming Museum Visitors with Unapparent Disabilities exploreshow international cultural organizations (i.e. museums, aquariums, art centers) serve individuals with mental health and neurodiverse challenges. Opening chapters present the status of mental health in society and the need for inclusive design. Organized by unapparent disability, the book includes: a medical definition of the condition as defined by the International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems 11th Revision (ICD-11) by the World Health Organization; a brief introduction to that condition; personal accounts of the condition and challenges faced when visiting...

The Best American Short Plays 1995-1996 - Paperback

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by Glenn Young (Other)A collection of twelve short plays from 1995-1996. Includes: "Fitting Rooms" - Susan Cinoman; "Scribe's Paradox, or The Mechanical Rabbit" - Michael Feingold; "Home Section" - Janusz Glowacki; "Degas, C'est Moi" - David Ives; "The St. Valentine's Day Massacre" - Allan Knee; "Old Blues" - Jonathan Levy; "Dearborn Heights" - Cassandra Medley; "American Dreamers" - Lavonne Mueller; "When it Comes Early" - John Ford Noonan; "The Original Last Wish Baby" - William Seebring; "The Mystery School" - Paul Selig; "The Sandalwood Box" - Mac Wellman. Number of Pages: 260 Dimensions: 0.52 x 8.29 x 5.41 IN

Making of the Oxford English Dictionary - Hardcover

$123.12

by Peter Gilliver (Author)This book tells the history of the Oxford English Dictionary from its beginnings in the middle of the nineteenth century to the present. The author, uniquely among historians of the OED, is also a practising lexicographer with nearly thirty years' experience of working on the Dictionary. He has drawn on a wide range of sources--including previously unexamined archival material and eyewitness testimony--to create a detailed history of the project. The book explores the cultural background from which the idea of a comprehensive historical dictionary of English emerged, the lengthy struggles to bring this concept to fruition, and the development of the book from the...

Dictionary of the American West - Paperback

$19.15

by Win Blevins (Author)Did you ever need to spell "dogie" (as in, get-along-little), or need to know what a "sakey" is? This is the book that can tell you how to spell, pronounce, and define over 5,000 terms relative to the American West. Want to know what a "breachy" cow is? Turn to page 43 to learn that it's an adjective used to describe a cow that has a tendency to find her way through fences where she isn't supposed to be. Describes some teenagers we know... Spend hours perusing the dictionary at random, or read straight through to give you a flavor of the West from its beginnings to contemporary days. Laced with photographs and maps, the Dictionary of the American West will make you ...

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by Israel Zangwill (Author), Mint Editions (Contribution by)The Melting Pot (1908) is a play by Israel Zangwill. Raised in London by parents from Latvia and Poland, Zangwill understood the plight of the city's Jewish community firsthand. Having risen through poverty to become an educator and author, he dedicated his career to the voiceless, the oppressed, and the needy, advocating for their rights and bearing witness to their suffering in some of the most powerful novels and stories of the Victorian era. When it was staged in Washington, DC, The Melting Pot received praise from President Theodore Roosevelt, who proclaimed from the audience "That's a great play, Mr. Zangwill!" During the 1...

Lovecraft's Library: A Catalogue (Fifth Revised Edition) - Paperback

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by S. T. Joshi (Author), David E. Schultz (Author)H. P. Lovecraft was one of the most well-read authors of his time, and his personal library constitutes an intimate glimpse into his mind and imagination. This fifth revised edition provides comprehensive information on 1129 books owned by Lovecraft.These books focus chiefly on four key areas that Lovecraft found particularly fascinating: ancient literature and history; the history and antiquities of New England; astronomy, chemistry, and other sciences; and, of course, the literature of weird fiction. S. T. Joshi and David E. Schultz have supplied full publication information, tables of contents for many titles, data on Lovecraft's discus...

Rand McNally 2025 Easy-To-Read Midsize Road Atlas

$19.18

by Rand McNally (Author)null Number of Pages: 180 Dimensions: 0.33 x 10.8 x 8.06 IN

Miscellanea Genealogica Et Heraldica - Hardcover

$51.14

by LLD Joseph Jackson Howard (Author)This fascinating collection of genealogical and heraldic material spans many centuries and covers a wide range of topics, from the royal families of Europe to the migration patterns of early American settlers. Compiled by leading genealogists and historians, 'Miscellanea Genealogica et Heraldica' is an essential resource for anyone researching their family history or interested in the history of heraldry.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 Sta...

Encyclopaedia Britannica, or, A Dictionary of Arts, Sciences, and Miscellaneous Literature: Constructed on a Plan, by Which the Different Sciences and - Paperback

$35.78

by Colin Ca 1745-1793 Macfarquhar (Created by), George 1753-1840 Gleig (Author), Andrew 1726-1809 Bell (Author)The Encyclopaedia Britannica is a classic reference work that offers in-depth coverage of a wide range of topics, including art, science, literature, and history. The entries are organized in a systematic way, making it easy for readers to find information on their subjects of interest.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 wo...

The Woman's Relief Corps Red Book: Containing the Rules and Regulations of the Woman's Relief Corps, Auxiliary to the Grand Army of the Republic, and - Paperback

$24.26

by Woman's Relief Corps (Author)Step into the world of women's activism with this detailed guide to the Woman's Relief Corps, an organization dedicated to supporting veterans of the Civil War. This red book includes rules and regulations, convention notes, and historical context for the organization and its work.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.S...

Senate Manual, Containing the Standing Rules and Orders of the United States Senate ...: Jefferson's Manual, Etc - Paperback

$38.34

by United States Congress Senate (Created by)This manual outlines the rules and procedures of the United States Senate, from legislative process to the qualifications of its members.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 enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the ...

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by Thomas S. Caldwell (Author)We all experience setbacks and heartbreak in our lives. Yet these difficulties and trials are opportunities to stop and take personal inventory, as well as a time for change and imaginative thinking: we learn more through adversity than we do through success. In this book, Thomas S. Caldwell highlights the key factors driving failure - and success. He shows us that by polishing the traits and honing the skills we already possess, and combining them with organization, discipline and character, we can succeed in life, no matter where in the journey we are. Number of Pages: 208 Dimensions: 0.44 x 7 x 4.37 IN

Hamilton County, Ohio Children's Records: The Children's Home, 1864-1919 - Paperback

$48.00

by Jeffrey G. Herbert (Author)This index contains the names of over 45,800 children who entered the Children's Home of Cincinnati, Ohio between April 1864, and December 1919. Of those children who entered, only a small portion ( 11%) were surrendered and placed in foster homes or adopted. A great deal of family information was recorded when the children entered the home, which makes this a valuable source for family history researchers, as well as those researching social conditions in the late 19th Century.For those children that were surrendered, subsequent documents record where the child was placed, and what happened to them in their new homes, sometimes for up to 20 years, until they...

Wedding Dress Book: 100 Pages of Wedding Gown Ideas - Paperback

$26.38

by Rosion Art (Author)Filled with all kinds of dress designs, from classic silhouettes to the latest trends. This is a must-have book to display in a bridal shop or maybe you are a soon-to-be bride on the hunt for your dream dress, this book is perfect to give you ideas! 100 Page Photobook Paperback Premium Colors 5.5*8.5 inches Number of Pages: 116 Dimensions: 0.3 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN

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by Vikram Khushalani (Author)The book is a 'Non Fiction' book (also Self-Help), in the same Genre as Dale Carnegie's "How to Win Friends and Influence People". It will benefit not only those who want to be Managers in their industry, but also existing Managers. It will also help people in general, who want to succeed in life. It is based on factual incidents in the author's life and what he learned from them as to 'what to do' and 'what not to do'. Some of his insights are contrary to popular beliefs. It is a book he wishes he had 'to read', as he was growing up, and when he started his career. A kind of 'show me the way', a road map. It offers a unique perspective on life, his perspectiv...

Gates County, North Carolina Deeds, 1833-1839. (Volume #6) - Paperback

$25.60

by Mona a. Taylor (Author)By: Mona A. Taylor, Pub. 1985, reprinted 2023, 150 pages, Index, soft cover, ISBN #978-1-63914-155-5. Gates County was created in 1778 from Hertford, Chowan and Perquimans counties, N.C. It is located in the Northeastern corner of the state bordering Virginia. It is surrounded by the counties of Camden, Chowan, Hertford, Pasquotank, Perquimans counties N.C. and by Nansemond County, VA. Many inhabitants of the "BURNED" counties of Hertford, N.C. and Nansemond, VA. which adjoin Gates County are mentioned in these early deeds. Deeds are one of favorite research tools of the genealogists due to the wide variety of family connections found within them. Not only will t...

Gates County, North Carolina Deeds, 1839-1844. (Volume #7) - Paperback

$28.80

by Mona a. Taylor (Author)By: Mona A. Taylor, Pub. 1985, reprinted 2023, 172 pages, Index, soft cover, ISBN #978-1-63914-156-2. Gates County was created in 1778 from Hertford, Chowan and Perquimans counties, N.C. It is located in the Northeastern corner of the state bordering Virginia. It is surrounded by the counties of Camden, Chowan, Hertford, Pasquotank, Perquimans counties N.C. and by Nansemond County, VA. Many inhabitants of the "BURNED" counties of Hertford, N.C. and Nansemond, VA. which adjoin Gates County are mentioned in these early deeds. Deeds are one of favorite research tools of the genealogists due to the wide variety of family connections found within them. Not only will t...

Gates County, North Carolina Deeds, 1844-1851. (Volume #8) - Paperback

$28.80

by Mona a. Taylor (Author)By: Mona A. Taylor, Pub. 1986, reprinted 2023, 174 pages, index, soft cover, ISBN #9787-1-63914-157-9. Gates County was created in 1778 from Hertford, Chowan and Perquimans counties, N.C. It is located in the Northeastern corner of the state bordering Virginia. It is surrounded by the counties of Camden, Chowan, Hertford, Pasquotank, Perquimans counties N.C. and by Nansemond County, VA. Many inhabitants of the "BURNED" counties of Hertford, N.C. and Nansemond, VA. which adjoin Gates County are mentioned in these early deeds. Deeds are one of favorite research tools of the genealogists due to the wide variety of family connections found within them. Not only will ...

(Lexington County) History of Cedar Grove Community and Families Influencing its Culture - Paperback

$35.20

by J. Ansel Caughman (Author)By: J. Ansel Caughman, Pub. 1952, reprinted 2023, 215 pages, soft cover, ISBN #978-1-63914-166-1. Lexington County was created in 1785 and lies in the center of the state just north of the state capitol, Columbia. This book begins with a brief history of the Indians of the area. Quickly moving on to brief histories of the Salem Lutheran Church, Cedar Grove Congregation, Lexington Baptist Church and Sherman's Raid. The next sections will delight the researcher with biographical sketches / family histories of the following surnames: Adams, Addy, Austin, Black, Boggs, Caughman, Craps, Crout, Derrick, Drafts, Eargle, Fulmer, Hallman, Hare, Hayes, Hite, Holley, Huf...

Abstracts from the North Carolina Gazette of New Bern, North Carolina, 1751-1759 and 1768-1790, Volume #1 - Paperback

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by Raymond Parker Fouts (Author)By: Raymond Parker Fouts, Pub. 1983, reprinted 2023, 124 pages, soft cover, Index, ISBN #978-1-63914-171-5.The city of New Bern is located in Craven County, NC. The city was founded in 1710 and served as the Capitol of the state from 1770-1792. Its earliest settlers were of Palatines and Swiss descent. These abstracts from this newspaper cover a wide variety of genealogical interest, such as: Crimes, Run-Away Slaves giving names of slave and master, Lands for sale including names of seller, physical description and amount of acreage, Marriages and deaths, Divorces, Revolutionary War data, court issues, businesses, and many, many other types of genealogical ...

Blount County, Tennessee, County Court Records, 1795-1804 - Paperback

$48.00

by Wpa Records (Author)This publication provides a comprehensive collection of court records from 1795 to 1804 for Blount County, Tennessee. "The WPA Records are, for the most part, carbon copies of the original that was typed on onion skin paper during the Depression. Since these records were typed on poor machines by people who did not type well either or read by persons not always sure of the older handwritten material, the results are often less than perfect. ... Sometimes there are water stains and burned edges around the paper." Number of Pages: 252 Dimensions: 0.53 x 11 x 8.5 IN

Northampton County, Virginia, Tithables, 1662-1677 - Paperback

$17.92

by John B. Bell (Author)While engaged in organizing his previous book, the author was only aware of the existence of one other seventeenth century tithable list for Northampton County, Virginia, and that was for the year 1666. Since that time the author has discovered two known lists (1667 and 1674) that had remained unpublished from the early Order Books and has found lists for 1662-1669, 1671 and 1674-1677, buried, largely unknown, in other early Order Books. The large volume of unpublished tithables material was enough for the author to consider making a useful transcription for researchers. Covering the early years of Northampton County, after Accomack County was formed, these tithabl...