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My First Padded Book of Alphabet: Early Learning Padded Board Books for Children - Board Book

$9.99

by Wonder House Books (Author) A beautiful picture book to encourage talking and building vocabulary by associating words to attractive well researched pictures. The books of the series cover most preschool topics to help your child get ready for school. The soft padded cover makes the book ideal book for your child to learn English alphabet. Author Biography Wonder House has a dedicated team of editors and designers involved in the development of magnificent and enriching children books. The...

$19.95

by William Lutz (Author)Doublespeak is the language of non-responsibility, carefully constructed to appear to communicate when it fact it doesn't. In this lively and eye-opening expose, originally published in 1989, linguist William Lutz identifies the four most common types of doublespeak--euphemism, jargon, gobbledygook or "bureaucratese," and inflated language--showing how each is used in business, advertising, medicine, government, and the military. In this seminal book, Lutz articulates ...

$39.99

by Ilona Bray (Author)The ultimate green card guideThe U.S. immigration system is an enormous bureaucracy, so it's vital that you understand it before attempting to apply for a green card. Making a mistake can lead to delays and hassles or even ruin your chances for success.How to Get a Green Card provides everything you need to know about qualifying for permanent U.S. residence if you don't have an employer sponsoring you.Find out how to work with U.S. officials and prepare and present the r...

The Book of 10,000 Incredible Facts - Hardcover

$18.34

by Publications International Ltd (Author)The Book of 10,000 Incredible Facts is crammed with a cornucopia of information! Learn more than 10,000 facts on a wide range of topics, including animals, geography, history, food, sports, art, people, the human body, culture, and space, across 10 engrossing chapters. Discover freaky facts about animal mating, the origins of popular phrases, which countries consume the most beer and wine, the history of anesthesia, unusual world customs, the larg...

Hello, Chattanooga!: Famous People Who Have Visited the Tennessee Valley - Hardcover

$66.17

by David Carroll (Author)Hello Chattanooga! Famous People Who Have Visited the Tennessee Valley features photos, stories, and complete listings of the entertainers, athletes, political leaders, and others who have visited the area since 1900. Chattanooga has attracted some of the best-known celebrities in the world, thanks to the city's historic venues, beautiful scenery, and powerful people. Take a trip back in time, enjoy great memories, and maybe even settle an argument as you learn the da...

Hello, Chattanooga!: Famous People Who Have Visited the Tennessee Valley - Paperback

$43.13

The Dictionary of Difficult Words: With More Than 400 Perplexing Words to Test Your Wits! - Hardcover

$29.99

by Jane Solomon (Author), Louise Lockhart (Illustrator)What is a bumbershoot? Or a moonbow? And what does it mean when someone absquatulates...? Find out all this and more in The Dictionary of Difficult Words. Test your knowledge with more than 400 words to amaze, confuse, and inspire budding wordsmiths (and adults). All of the words featured in this book are difficult to spell, hard to say, and their meanings are obscure to most children (and most adults) You can master them with the simp...

Space Dictionary for Kids: The Everything Guide for Kids Who Love Space - Paperback

$14.99

by Amy Anderson (Author), Brian Anderson (Author)Packed with hundreds of illustrated definitions about astronomy and space, Space Dictionary for Kids is certain to spark any kid's enthusiasm for the solar system and galaxy. Explore cosmology, stars and galaxies, the solar system, space exploration, and exoplanets and astrobiology. Hop on an astronomy timeline to learn the story of how primitive ancient beliefs evolved over centuries to become a high-technology science. Crack up over the humor...

Wicked Plants: The Weed That Killed Lincoln's Mother & Other Botanical Atrocities - Hardcover

$29.00

by Briony Morrow-Cribbs (Illustrator), Amy Stewart (Author), Jonathon Rosen (Drawings by)A tree that sheds poison daggers; a glistening red seed that stops the heart; a shrub that causes paralysis; a vine that strangles; and a leaf that triggered a war. In Wicked Plants, Stewart takes on over two hundred of Mother Nature's most appalling creations. It's an A to Z of plants that kill, maim, intoxicate, and otherwise offend. You'll learn which plants to avoid (like exploding shrubs), which plan...

A Peterson Field Guide to the Birds of Eastern and Central North America: Large Format Edition - Paperback

$28.00

by Roger Tory Peterson (Author)An easy-to-use, large print edition of the classic, best-selling field guide from Peterson Field Guides For decades, the Peterson Field Guide to Birds of Eastern and Central North America has been a popular and trusted guide for birders of all levels, thanks to its famous system of identification and unparalleled illustrations. Now the guide is reissued in a larger format specially produced for those who don't want to take their reading glasses into the field. ...

This Is a Book for People Who Love Birds - Hardcover

$16.00

by Danielle Belleny (Author), Stephanie Singleton (Illustrator)Full of bird watching basics, fun facts, and illustrated species profiles, This Is a Book for People Who Love Birds is a joyful celebration of our feathered friends! For seasoned spotters and backyard hobbyists alike, this charming guide offers an accessible look at the irresistible world of birding. Wildlife biologist and co-founder of Black Birders Week Danielle Belleny walks readers through the essentials of bird watching, from...

$55.00

by Raymond Clemens (Editor), Deborah E. Harkness (Introduction by)The first authorized copy of this mysterious, much-speculated-upon, one-of-a-kind, centuries-old puzzle "For the first time, a complete reproduction of] The Voynich Manuscript, has been published, featuring essays exploring what is known about the book and extra-wide margins so readers can record their responses to its beguiling, beautiful strangeness."--Nina Maclaughlin, Boston Globe "For people who like a good historical my...

The Complete DIY Cookbook for Young Chefs: 100+ Simple Recipes for Making Absolutely Everything from Scratch - Hardcover

$19.99

by America's Test Kitchen Kids (Editor)Now is the time for kids to make EVERYTHING from scratch. This is the third book in the NY Times Bestselling Cookbook series for Young Chefs and will inspire kids to make everything from ketchup to crackers... themselves. Ever wondered how ketchup is made? How do you bake the most-awesome-ever cheese crackers (fish-shaped, of course)? Can you really make homemade butter in 10 minutes? The third title in this bestselling series of complete cookbooks for y...

Believe in the World: Wisdom for Grown-Ups from Children's Books - Hardcover

$25.00

by Amy Gash (Author), Elise Howard (Author), R. J. Palacio (Foreword by)An inspiring and delightful illustrated collection of quotations from a diverse range of our most beloved children's books that will help teach all of us how to live in the world today, perfect for gift season and for readers of books like The Boy, The Mole, The Fox, and The Horse and How to Love the World. Everything we need to know as adults can be found in the brilliant, imaginative, diverse world of children's books....

Giga Town: The Guide to Manga Iconography - Paperback

$12.99

by Fumiyo Kouno (Author), Fumiyo Kouno (Artist)Manga symbols - "manpu" in Japanese - are iconic or symbolic expressions used uniquely in manga, such as sweat drops, popping veins, and smoke puffs. Giga Town: A Guide to Manga Iconography! is (probably) Japan's first guide to this manga iconography, collecting and explaining these symbols, with a short manga featuring the frolicking animals of the famous Japanese scroll Choju-jinbutsu-giga to explain each one! Giga Town: A guide to Manga Icono...

Qué Puedes Esperar Cuando Estás Esperando: 5th Edition - Paperback

$19.99

by Heidi Murkoff (Author)America's pregnancy bible, newly revised. With over 21 million copies sold, it remains the most trusted resource for those with babies on the way. Full of essential data, practical and easy-to-follow advice, realistic insight, and a great deal of reassuring information, this essential guide presents the latest about prenatal screenings, which medications are safe, and the most current birthing options. Your pregnancy lifestyle gets equal attention, too: diet, coffee d...

Cooking with Judiith...Comfort Foods Create WOW Eating - Paperback

$28.80

by Judith Briles (Author) Number of Pages: 106 Dimensions: 0.29 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: February 01, 2025

Pasta Every Day: Make It, Shape It, Sauce It, Eat It - Hardcover

$40.00

by Meryl Feinstein (Author)Named a Best Cookbook of the Year by The New York Times・Bon Appetit・Vice・The LA Times "A Masterpiece" -- Vice From doughs and shapes to fillings and sauces, this "new essential" (Food & Wine) is the simplest guide to making fresh pasta at home from the creator of Pasta Social Club, full of easier-than-you-think techniques and spectacularly beautiful results. Pasta just might be the perfect comfort food. Endlessly reinventable, it is a canvas for delicious drea...

The British School of Millinery Tiara Headdresses - Paperback

$43.13

by Denise Innes-Spencer (Author)This is a book for the budding milliner who wants to make bridal headdresses. From the beginner to the more advanced, this book takes you from the question of which wires to use all the way to constructing bases and advanced decorative techniques. With detailed, illustrated instructions on many different projects, you'll learn to use wires, knitted wire, beads, diamante and more. With the guidance of Denise Innes-Spencer, 'British Bridal Awards' nominee and Cre...

The Criminal Law Handbook: Know Your Rights, Survive the System - Paperback

$39.99

by Paul Bergman (Author), Sara J. Berman (Author)The criminal justice system is complicated. Understand it and your rights.This book demystifies the complex rules and procedures of criminal law. It explains how the system works, why police, lawyers, and judges do what they do, and what suspects, defendants, and prisoners can expect. It also provides critical information on working with a lawyer. In plain English, The Criminal Law Handbook covers: search and seizure arrest, booking, and...

Vino Italiano: The Regional Wines of Italy - Paperback

$32.50

by Joseph Bastianich (Author), David Lynch (Author)At one time, Italian wines conjured images of cheap Chianti in straw-wrapped bottles. More recently, expensive "Super Tuscans" have been the rage. But between these extremes lay a bounty of delicious, moderately priced wines that belong in every wine drinker's repertoire. Vino Italiano is the only comprehensive and authoritative American guide to the wines of Italy. It surveys the country's wine-producing regions; identifies key wine styles,...

The Little Encyclopedia of Enchanted Woodland Creatures: An A-To-Z Guide to Mythical Beings of the Forest - Hardcover

$18.00

by Jason Lancaster (Author)Running the gamut from A-to-Z and spanning the globe from the forest glens of Romania to the mountain aeries of Colorado, The Little Encyclopedia of Enchanted Woodland Creatures brings together all the most magical creatures of the forest. Naughty and nice, real and fictional, the menagerie of creatures included in this book encompass multiple world mythologies and cultures. This little encyclopedia features more than 90 famous woodland creatures from around the wo...

Minecraft: Guide to Creative (Updated) - Hardcover

$13.99

by Mojang Ab (Author), The Official Minecraft Team (Author)This classic Minecraft game guide is now completely revamped with 100% new information for the latest version of the game Discover all the insider tips and tricks in this definitive, fully illustrated guide to creative mode in Minecraft. Minecraft is a sandbox game where anything is possible With over 600 blocks to choose from, getting started can feel overwhelming. This updated guide will give you all the tools you need to become a...

Lonely Planet Best Road Trips USA - Paperback

$24.99

by Anthony Ham (Author), Kate Armstrong (Author), Carolyn Bain (Author) Discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's USA's Best Trips. This trusted travel companion features 51 amazing road trips, from 2-day escapes to 2-week adventures. Cruise down the California Coast, gaze up at the Rocky Mountains, or immerse yourself in New England's history. Jump in the car, turn up the tunes, and hit the road! Inside Lonely Planet's USA's Best Road Trips: Itineraries for classic road ...

Film and Fashion in Japan, 1923-39: Consuming the 'West' - Paperback

$42.66

by Lois Barnett (Author)The book examines the interaction between the audience member and Japan's film and fashion industries between 1923 and 1939, focusing on Western-inspired fashion objects (as opposed to indigenous Japanese items, such as the kimono). This interdisciplinary book examines the semiotics of dress onscreen within Japan's transcultural media climate, consulting not only film- or fashion-related theoretical bases but also historical and gender-based approaches. The work consul...

Robert's Rules in Plain English, 2nd Edition: A Readable, Authoritative, Easy-To-Use Guide to Running Meetings - Paperback

$9.99

by Doris P. Zimmerman (Author)A revised edition of the bestselling Robert's Rules in Plain English, which still stands as the most concise, most-user friendly guide to parliamentary procedure on the market today.If you've ever had to run a meeting according to parliamentary procedures, you know just how difficult it is to keep track of all the rules, much less follow them. Figuring out what to say and how to say it seems an impossible task. Robert's Rules in Plain English, 2nd edition, is the...

$16.99

by Dk (Author)Packed with striking photography, Eyewitness Universe explores the incredible celestial bodies in our Solar System. Become an eyewitness to outer space and beyond, in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of the Universe. Children will be mesmerized by how past, present, and future space exploration has helped our understanding of the Sun, our Solar System, rocky planets, gas giants, and explosive stars. This beautifully illustrated guide for kids ...

A World of Ideas: A Dictionary of Important Theories, Concepts, Beliefs, and Thinkers - Paperback

$23.00

by Chris Rohmann (Author)THE THINKERS, THE THOUGHTS, AND THE THEORIES YOU NEED TO KNOW TO UNDERSTAND THE WORLD WE LIVE IN. With A World of Ideas, you can get to the bottom of the big bang theory; find out where Freud's ideas were coming from, and where Einstein's might take us; demystify surrealism and structuralism, communism and capitalism. Prepared with the assistance of an academic board of leading scholars, this invaluable reference includes - Hundreds of entries, alphabetically arranged...

$17.26

by Sheldon Krimsky (Author) Number of Pages: 168 Dimensions: 0.3 x 7.1 x 8 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: November 04, 2021

The Complete Mushroom Hunter, Revised: Illustrated Guide to Foraging, Harvesting, and Enjoying Wild Mushrooms - Including New Sections on Growing Your - Paperback

$24.99

by Gary Lincoff (Author)Mushroom guru Gary Lincoff escorts you through the cultural and culinary history of the mushroom, hunting and identifying wild mushrooms, mushroom safety, and on to preparing and serving the fungi. Stunning photographs and Lincoff's fascinating anecdotes from the field will make you an instant mycophile. Gathering edible wild food is a wonderful way to forge a connection to the Earth. Mushrooms are the ultimate local food source; they grow literally everywhere, from ...

The Dizzy Cook: Managing Migraine with More Than 90 Comforting Recipes and Lifestyle Tips - Paperback

$33.46

by Alicia Wolf (Author)This cookbook features more than 90 delicious recipes and dozens of helpful tips to help combat migraine symptoms through diet and lifestyle.From healthy living blogger and creator of TheDizzyCook.com, Alicia Wolf, comes the must-have cookbook for anyone managing migraines, as well as anyone who just loves to create delectable yet diet-friendly dishes. Author Alicia Wolf developed her recipes using the principles of Johns Hopkins neurologist David Buchholz's "Heal Your ...

Are Your Meds Making You Sick?: A Pharmacist's Guide to Avoiding Dangerous Drug Interactions, Reactions, and Side-Effects - Paperback

$18.31

by Robert S. Gold (Author)Dangerous drug interactions and common drug-induced illnesses are a hidden epidemic in the USA--possibly throughout the world--where unqualified use and abuse of prescription drugs is becoming commonplace and many doctors prescribe multiple meds because they don't have the time to fully diagnose. In the United States alone known adverse drug interactions cause death, injury or hospitalization to more than 2 million people yearly, and this could be the tip of the iceb...