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My Very Important Human Body Encyclopedia: For Little Learners Who Want to Know about Their Bodies

$24.99

Report copyright infringementby DK (Author)This exciting introduction to the human body is brimming with super senses, marvelous medicine, and record-breaking feats.The world is so much bigger than young minds can fathom and there is always more to learn. My Very Important Human Body is a vibrant encyclopedia for curious 5-9 year olds with a unique approach to the human body. Little learners can easily digest scientific information with this breakdown of how our bodies work and all the comple...

The Practical Geologist: The Introductory Guide to the Basics of Geology and to Collecting and Identifying Rocks

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Report copyright infringementby Dougal Dixon (Author)From exploring the basic principles of geology to starting a rock and mineral collection, The Practical Geologist is the perfect introduction to the world of earth science. Beginning with a history of the earth's formation and development, this book explores the substances that compose the planet, movements within the earth, the surface effects of weather and water, and underground landscapes. It shows you how to search for, identify, and...

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Report copyright infringementby Ben Yehuda (Author)A comprehensive and compact dictionary from the son of the father of modern Hebrew. Designed expressly for the widest possible variety of interests and professions--for students, teachers, travelers, and home and office libraries--this dictionary is derived from the eight-volume Dictionary and Thesaurus of the Hebrew Language by Eliezer Ben-Yehuda. In this dictionary you will find over 30,000 vocabulary entries, alphabetically arranged, a th...

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Report copyright infringementby DK (Author)How do our minds influence the way we behave? How do our bodies and minds work together? Do we have free will? Exploring and explaining the big ideas and groundbreaking theories in psychology clearly and simply, The Psychology Book answers these questions and more and is the perfect introduction to the subject. Untangling knotty theories and shedding light on abstract concepts, entries unpack each complex idea with easy-to-follow explanations and eye...

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Report copyright infringementby John Burns (Author)An unforgettable journey to breathtaking destinations around the world. Venture beyond the familiar with Kinfolk Journeys, a celebration of inspiring and sustainable ways to travel slower and see the world anew. Take a subterranean tour of Tashkent, join a local mailman on his delivery route through rural New Zealand or sail the high seas en route to Antarctica--these stories will transform the way you travel, no matter the locale or distanc...

David Busch's Canon EOS R5/R6 Guide to Digital Photography - Paperback

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by David D. Busch (Author)David Busch's Canon EOS R5/R6 Guide to Digital Photography is your all-in-one comprehensive resource and reference for the exciting new Canon EOS R5 and R6 full-frame mirrorless cameras. Enthusiasts can choose between the super-high resolution of the R5's 45-megapixel sensor, or the superior low-light performance and action-friendly high-capacity buffer of the 20-megapixel R6. Both cameras boast continuous shooting up to 20 frames per second, in-body image stabilizat...

Scholastic Pocket Dictionary of Synonyms, Antonyms, & Homonyms

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Report copyright infringementby Scholastic (Author)The popular portable dictionary has brand-new cover and two-color interior design!The Scholastic Dictionary of Synonyms, Antonyms, and Homonyms--a widely successful reference title--is getting a makeover! This book is a portable, inexpensive dictionary perfect for middle school students. It can be slipped into their book bags and taken anywhere. With more than 12,000 synonyms and 10,000 antonyms at their fingertips, this book is a great refer...

The Substance of Things Hoped For: Short Fiction by Modern Catholic Authors

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Report copyright infringementby John Breslin (Author)Fiction and faith collide in this collection of the finest modern Catholic short stories, featuring an introduction from John B. Breslin, S.J. This stunning story collection includes works by: Heinrich Böll - Morley Callaghan - Elizabeth Cullinan - Andre Dubus - Stuart Dybek - Shusaka Endo - Mary Gordon - Graham Greene - Josephine Jacobsen - John L'Heureux - Bernard MacLaverty - François Mauriac - John McGahern - Walter M. Miller, Jr. - Fla...

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by Dennis Shrock (Author)Now in its second edition, Choral Repertoire is the definitive and comprehensive one-volume presentation of the canon of the Western choral tradition. Designed for conductors and directors, students and teachers of choral music, amateur and professional singers, scholars, and interested vocal enthusiasts alike, it is an account of the complete choral output of the most significant composers of this genre throughout recorded history. Organized by era (Medieval, Renaiss...

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Report copyright infringementby Chris Ferrie (Author)Make story time brilliant with a baby book about black holes, gravity, and Einstein's most mind-blowing ideas. General Relativity for Babies takes one of the most important concepts in physics and turns it into a first-word STEM adventure for the littlest learners. From physicist and father Chris Ferrie--creator of the bestselling Baby University series--comes a colorful board book that introduces babies and toddlers to space-time, mass, an...

How to Watch Basketball Like a Genius: What Game Designers, Economists, Ballet Choreographers, and Theoretical Astrophysicists Reveal about the Greate - Paperback

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by Nick Greene (Author)A brilliant, entertaining deconstruction of basketball, drawing on the expertise of board-game creators, magicians, therapists, and more Basketball is the second-most popular sport in the world--an insanely complicated game built on a combination of athleticism, craftiness, rules, intangibles, and superstardom. However, while it's enjoyable to watch, the real reason it works is because it's a game of culture, art, and all the things that make us human. How to Watch Bas...

The New Birder's Guide to Birds of North America

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Report copyright infringementby Bill Thompson III (Author)"I love this book. It is fun to read, beautifully laid out, and accompanied by exquisite illustrations. The sections called 'Wow' and 'Remember' on each page will elicit 'I never knew that!' from many readers. This is a winner for the new birder from four to one hundred and four."--Jane Alexander, actress and former board member of the American Birding Association What a new birder needs is a field guide that shows most of the birds he...

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Report copyright infringementby John Lust (Author)"I have an old copy of this book that I've had for years and would never let go of, no matter how many times I moved and thinned out my books. This is a re-release and I'm really happy to see it back in print. Part two of the book is the real treasure. It is an alphabetical list of herbs that gives detailed information about their properties, including any cautions required." -- Lora's Rants & ReviewsAlso known as "The Natural Remedy Bible...

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Report copyright infringementby Ruth Hertzberg (Author), Janet Greene (Author), Beatrice Vaughan (Author)"The bible of home canning, preserving, freezing, and drying."--The New York Times For decades, Putting Food By has been the one-stop source for everything the home cook needs to know about preserving foods--from fruits and vegetables to meat and seafood. Now, this classic is fully up-to-date with the twenty-first-century kitchen. Whether you're preserving to save money or to capture the t...

Bobbi Brown Makeup Manual: For Everyone from Beginner to Pro

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Report copyright infringementby Bobbi Brown (Author)This is the book that Bobbi Brown's fans have been waiting for: her 25-plus years of makeup styling experience distilled into one complete, gorgeous book. Bobbi looks at everything from skincare basics to every aspect of facial makeup--from how to find the right color and type of foundation for any skin tone to how to apply every detail of eye makeup (Brows, Eye Liner, Eye Shadow, and Eye Lashes) no matter your eye color and shape. Of course...

Knitting for Anarchists: The What, Why and How of Knitting

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Report copyright infringementby Anna Zilboorg (Author)Every knitter takes a different approach, and this revolutionary guide fosters experimentation and self-expression. Author Anna Zilboorg defies the notion of a one-size-fits-all teaching method, assuring readers that the techniques most comfortable and intuitive for individual knitters are always correct. Her explorations of the construction of knitted fabrics are founded upon the understanding that there are many different ways to produce...

American Medical Association Family Medical Guide

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Report copyright infringementby American Medical Association (Compiled by)Organized into six major categories, the American Medical Association Family Medical Guide puts a wealth of information on health and disease directly into your home, including: Part One: What You Should Know: Information to Keep You Healthy -- This all-new, full-color section highlights current key health issues such as preventive data on nutrition, exercise, weight, and stress reduction, as well as cutting-edge inform...

The Fine Art of Paper Flowers: A Guide to Making Beautiful and Lifelike Botanicals

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Report copyright infringementby Tiffanie Turner (Author), Aya Brackett (Photographer), Tiffanie Turner (Photographer)An inspiring, practical and gorgeous guide to crafting the most realistic and artful paper flowers for arrangements, art, décor, wearables and more, from San Francisco botanical artist Tiffanie Turner.The Fine Art of Paper Flowers is an elevated art and craft guide that features complete step-by-step instructions for over 30 of Tiffanie Turner's widely admired, unique, lifelike...

The New Orleans Kitchen: Classic Recipes and Modern Techniques for an Unrivaled Cuisine [A Cookbook]

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Report copyright infringementby Justin Devillier (Author), Jamie Feldmar (Author)A modern instructional with 120 recipes for classic New Orleans cooking, from James Beard Award-winning chef and restaurateur Justin Devillier. IACP AWARD FINALIST - NAMED ONE OF THE BEST COOKBOOKS OF THE YEAR BY THE NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW With its uniquely multicultural, multigenerational, and unapologetically obsessive food culture, New Orleans has always ranked among the world's favorite cities for people ...

The New Rules of Coffee: A Modern Guide for Everyone

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Report copyright infringementby Jordan Michelman (Author), Zachary Carlsen (Author)An illustrated guide to the essential rules for enjoying coffee both at home and in cafes, including tips on storing and serving coffee, coffee growing, roasting and brewing, plus facts, lore, and popular culture from around the globe. This introduction to all things coffee written by the founders and editors of Sprudge, the premier website for coffee content, features a series of digestible rules accompanied b...

The Oxford New Spanish Dictionary: Third Edition

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Report copyright infringementby Oxford University Press (Author)Updated design and ultra-clear text offering up-to-date coverage of all the essential day-to-day vocabulary makes The Oxford New Spanish Dictionary the perfect guide to the Spanish language in the 21st century. This essential reference includes: - Over 40,000 words and phrases and 60,000 translations of essential, everyday vocabulary - New, ultra-clear text, for quick, easy reference - Special warning symbols make slang and info...

Mastering the Art of French Cooking, Volume 2: A Cookbook

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Report copyright infringementby Julia Child (Author), Simone Beck (Author)The beloved sequel to the bestselling classic, Mastering the Art of French Cooking, Volume II presents more fantastic step-by-step French recipes for home cooks. Working from the principle that "mastering any art is a continuing process," Julia Child and Simone Beck gathered together a brilliant selection of new dishes to bring you to a yet higher level of culinary mastery. They have searched out more of the classic di...

From Dude to Dad: The Diaper Dude Guide to Pregnancy

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Report copyright infringementby Chris Pegula (Author), Frank Meyer (Author)Congrats: You're going to be a dad! Now what? Dude, relax; you're going to be fine. But it wouldn't hurt to get a few pointers--a road map of what lies ahead. That's what this book is for. From Dude to Dad gives you the need-to-know essentials on pregnancy, birthing, and parenthood, and how it's okay to be scared out of your mind. You'll learn what the expecting mom is going through during each trimester, how you ca...

Lidia's Mastering the Art of Italian Cuisine: Everything You Need to Know to Be a Great Italian Cook: A Cookbook

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Report copyright infringementby Lidia Matticchio Bastianich (Author), Tanya Bastianich Manuali (Author)The ultimate master class--covering everything from ingredients to techniques to tools, plus more than 400 delectable recipes--from the Emmy-winning host of Lidia's Kitchen, best-selling author, and beloved ambassador for Italian culinary traditions in America Teaching has always been Lidia's passion, and in this magnificent book she gives us the full benefit of that passion and of her deep...

Between Heaven and Earth: A Guide to Chinese Medicine

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Report copyright infringementby Harriet Beinfield (Author), Efrem Korngold (Author)A "worthy and important" (Deepak Chopra) guide that demystifies Chinese medicine and explores the benefits of its three-pronged holistic approach "Comprehensive, encyclopedic, and lucid, this book is a must for all practitioners of the healing arts."--Annemarie Colbin, author of Food and Healing The promise and mystery of Chinese medicine has intrigued and fascinated Westerners ever since the "Bamboo Curtain" w...

The Other End of the Leash: Why We Do What We Do Around Dogs

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Report copyright infringementby Patricia McConnell (Author)Learn to communicate with your dog--using their language "Good reading for dog lovers and an immensely useful manual for dog owners."--The Washington Post An Applied Animal Behaviorist and dog trainer with more than twenty years' experience, Dr. Patricia McConnell reveals a revolutionary new perspective on our relationship with dogs--sharing insights on how "man's best friend" might interpret our behavior, as well as essential advice ...

The Lost Art of Healing: Practicing Compassion in Medicine

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Report copyright infringementby Bernard Lown (Author)The real crisis in medicine today is not about economics, insurance, or managed care--it's about the loss of the fundamental human relationship between doctor and patient. In this wise and passionate book, one of our most eminent physicians reacquaints us with a classic notion often overlooked in modern medicine: health care with a human face, in which the time-honored art of healing guides doctors in their approach to patient care and thei...

The Knitter's Book of Socks: The Yarn Lover's Ultimate Guide to Creating Socks That Fit Well, Feel Great, and Last a Lifetime

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Report copyright infringementby Clara Parkes (Author)A sock is a work of wonder. No other knitted garment has as many structural demands or endures as much wear and tear. The humble sock must defy gravity, suffer the confines of our shoes, and endure being trampled on all day long. All too often, the root cause of a sock's triumph or failure is the yarn itself. In The Knitter's Book of Socks, Clara Parkes shows you how to knit socks from yarn up, following the sock yarn life cycle from its fo...

Oxford Portuguese Dictionary: Portuguese-English, English-Portuguese = Dicionaario Oxford de Portuguaes: Portuguaes-Inglaes, Inglaes-Portugaes

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Report copyright infringementby Oxford Languages (Author)Endorsed by academics worldwide, the Oxford Portuguese Dictionary is the most authoritative English-Portuguese / Portuguese-English dictionary ever published. Based on real modern evidence and computational analysis of hundreds of millions of words of both English (American and British) and Portuguese (Brazilian and European), the dictionary boasts more than 200,000 words and phrases and 320,000 translations. This up-to-date resource ha...

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Report copyright infringementby William Harmon (Editor)The Top 500 Poems offers a vivid portrait of poetry in English, assembling a host of popular and enduring poems as chosen by critics, editors, poets, and general readers. These works speak across centuries, beginning with Chaucer's resourceful inventions and moving through Shakespeare's masterpieces, John Donne's complex originality, and Alexander Pope's mordant satires. The anthology also features perennial favorites such as William Blak...

Genius Inventions: The Stories Behind History's Greatest Technological Breakthroughs

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Report copyright infringementby Jack Challoner (Author)Go back in time to share the excitement of the greatest technological breakthroughs in history--and meet the inspired inventors who made them happen.The light bulb. Antiseptic surgery. The Internet. These inventions changed the world as we know it. Published in association with the Science Museum of London, this fascinating volume gives unprecedented insight into the minds and lives of those who shaped the way we live today. Biographies o...

Messing about in Quotes: A Little Oxford Dictionary of Humorous Quotations

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Report copyright infringementby Gyles Brandreth (Editor)Become a dazzling wit or enjoy a good laugh with this entertaining collection of humorous quotations, carefully handpicked and edited by writer and broadcaster Gyles Brandreth. From Art to Bores, Tennis to Wine, this little dictionary contains over 2,700 of the best quotations, from witty one-liners and funny phrases to pithy comments and unintended humour. "If you live to be one hundred you've got it made. Very few people die past that ...