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Thomas Edison: Thomas Edison's Inventions, Incredible Life, and Story of How He Changed the World

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Report copyright infringementby Andrew Knight (Author)THOMAS EDISON Thomas Edison was an incredible pioneer, inventor and entrepreneur. Best know for his invention of the commercial light bulb, Edison has literally changed the world with his work. Edison however, changed the world in many more ways than just through his light bulb work. This book will explain to you his numerous other inventions that don't always get the recognition they deserve! Edison didn't always have the easiest life....

Pecan America: Exploring a Cultural Icon

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Report copyright infringementby John Gifford (Author)Inspired by the mystique of a uniquely American tree, the pecan, Oklahoma writer John Gifford set out to explore the US pecan industry, which provides 80 percent of the world's supply of this special tree nut. What he discovered during his two-year immersion was a nut--one that's suprisingly symbolic of America itself--that's poised to become the next superfood and an industry that today finds itself in the most important juncture in its hi...

Covered in Honey: The Amazing Flavors of Varietal Honey

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Report copyright infringementby Mani Niall (Author)Did you know that a mere one-twelfth of a teaspoon of honey equals the entire life's work of one bee? Or that a honey's color and flavor depend on which blossoms the bees visit? In Covered in Honey, chef Mani Niall reveals new culinary uses for honey and brings the story of nature's oldest sweetener to life, serving us food history and honey lore mixed with more than 100 delicious recipes to inspire and delight.Recognizing honey's power to ba...

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Report copyright infringementby Roger L. Tokheim (Author)If you want top grades and thorough understanding of digital principles, this powerful study tool is the best tutor you can have! It takes you step-by-step through the subject and gives you accompanying related problems with fully worked solutions. You also get additional problems to solve on your own, working at your own speed. (Answers at the back show you how you're doing.) Famous for their clarity, wealth of illustrations and exampl...

Ancient Carpenters' Tools: Illustrated and Explained, Together with the Implements of the Lumberman, Joiner and Cabinet-Maker in Use in the Eighteenth

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Report copyright infringementby Henry C. Mercer (Author)Classic reference describes in detail hundreds of implements in use in the American colonies in the 18th century. Over 250 illustrations depict tools identical in construction to ancient devices once used by the Greeks, Egyptians, and Chinese, among them axes, saws, clamps, chisels, mallets, and much more. An invaluable sourcebook. Number of Pages: 350 Dimensions: 0.67 x 9.27 x 6.1 IN Illustrated: Y...

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Report copyright infringementby Marcia Southwick (Author)This practical guide to building adobe homes was written from the author's many years of experience with adobe, and it is refreshingly no-nonsense: "What can you spend?" "Where will you put it?" "Who is going to build it?" This new updated and enlarged edition includes hundreds of photographs, drawings and house plans as well as new information about passive solar heating and cooling, and specific details on construction.Back Jacketth...

Red, White, & Black Make Blue: Indigo in the Fabric of Colonial South Carolina Life

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Report copyright infringementby Andrea Feeser (Author)Like cotton, indigo has defied its humble origins. Left alone it might have been a regional plant with minimal reach, a localized way of dyeing textiles, paper, and other goods with a bit of blue. But when blue became the most popular color for the textiles that Britain turned out in large quantities in the eighteenth century, the South Carolina indigo that colored most of this cloth became a major component in transatlantic commodity chai...

Norwegian Verbs and Essentials of Grammar

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Report copyright infringementby Louis Janus (Author)This compact volume offers an integrated guide to both Norwegian verbs and the basics of grammar. All the major verbal and grammatical concepts of the language are presented. Number of Pages: 176 Dimensions: 0.58 x 9 x 5.99 IN Publication Date: February 01, 1999

The Art of War in Italy, 1494-1529: the Transition From Mediaeval to Modern Warfare During the Renaissance

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Report copyright infringementby F. L. Taylor (Author)The birth of 'New War' in Italy It is easy to consider the Renaissance as a time of enlightenment typified principally by the artistic and scientific genius of Leonardo da Vinci and his peers; but giant leaps forward are never confined to one aspect of society and the application of new ideas is always adapted to various purposes and the meeting of differing objectives. The creation of modern political science by Niccolo Machiavelli is a p...

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Report copyright infringementby Susan Bove (Author)The Visual Guide to Blacksmithing is an excellent resource for the beginner blacksmith. This heavily illustrated guide begins by offering practical tips for setting up your own safe and space-efficient shop. Once your shop is ready, the Guide uses hundreds of diagrams and detailed descriptions to lead you through a variety of beginning blacksmithing techniques. These techniques will teach you how to forge your first tools and complete basic p...

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Report copyright infringementby William Fairham (Author), Gary Roberts (Introduction by)"...to know just how to handle and manipulate the saw or the plane or the chisel to effect the desired result with a minimum of effort and without injury to either tool or material - that is knowledge worth having..." Woodwork Tools was published c1922 as part of The Woodworker Series, by Evans Bros., London. Authored by William Fairham, a well-respected practicing woodworker and technical school instructo...

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Report copyright infringementby Charlie Edwards (Author)Problems with your PA System? Every Pastor and Worship Leader needs to read this handbook and get a copy for his sound techs. Church PA System Handbook is an information source to help maximize your church sound system, to help train your sound techs, as well as offer some tips on trouble-shooting nagging problems that many PA systems exhibit. Number of Pages: 86 Dimensions: 0.18 x 8.5 x 5.51 IN Pub...

Soldering Iron: How to Solder Beginners Guide

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Report copyright infringementby Leo Vic B. N. (Author)This book is an essential guide to soldering irons, perfect for anyone looking to master the art of soldering. It covers the basics of soldering, from choosing the right soldering iron and supplies to understanding the different types of soldering. It also provides detailed instructions for soldering a variety of materials, from electronics to jewelry. With step-by-step instructions, and tips for troubleshooting, this book is the perfect r...

The Power of Regenerative Agriculture: Transforming Agriculture for Environmental, Economic, and Social Sustainability

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Report copyright infringementby Michael Barton (Author)Discover the transformative power of regenerative agriculture to create a more sustainable and equitable future for all.The Power of Regenerative Agriculture is a comprehensive guide to the principles, benefits, and strategies of regenerative agriculture. This book offers a unique perspective on the future of farming, exploring the environmental, economic, and social benefits of this sustainable approach to agriculture.Five reasons why th...

How to Trap and Snare - A Complete Manual for the Sportsman, Game Preserver and Amateur on the Art of Taking Animals and Birds in Traps, Snares and Ne

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Report copyright infringementby William Carnegie (Author)This vintage book contains a complete manual for the sportsman, game preserver, gamekeeper, and amateur on the art of taking animals and birds in traps, snares, and nets. Profusely illustrated and full of invaluable tips, this timeless handbook will be of considerable utility to modern readers, and would make for a worthy addition to collections of allied literature. Contents include: "Animal Trapping and Snaring", "The Dorset Trap and ...

John Deere's Company - Volume 1: From the Steel Plow to the Tractor 1837-1927

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Report copyright infringementby Wayne G. Broehl (Author)The history of Deere & Company is several stories at once. It is the saga of an American folk hero remembered as the man "who gave to the world the steel plow." John Deere's Company - Volume 1 is the story of rural and small-town America from the time eastern farmers began moving into the Midwest in the early 1800s, through the American industrial revolution of the late 19th and up to the creation of the first John Deere tractors. It...

Adobe Up Close: The Beauty of Buildings Made of Mud

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Report copyright infringementby Marcia Johnson (Author), Michael Gamer (Photographer)An adobe dwelling is a delight because all of its parts come together. The approach-the portal or the patio-has an appeal because the materials feel natural. The door welcomes one and the floor inside, the walls, the ceiling are compatible. The textures and materials make sense as expressions of a building that grew organically. Adobe Up Close invites you to take a good look at all the aspects of adobe buildi...

The History of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

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Report copyright infringementby Office of History (Author), Us Army Corps of Engineers (Author)"This short, illustrated history of the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers provides an overview of the many missions that engineers have performed in support of the Army and the nation since the early days of the American Revolution. A permanent institution since 1802, the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers has effectively and proudly responded to changing defense requirements and has played an integral part ...

Building Your Own Electronics Lab: A Guide to Setting Up Your Own Gadget Workshop

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Report copyright infringementby Dale Wheat (Author)What should an electronics hackerspace look like? Is it in your bedroom, garage, a classroom, or even a suitcase? And where do you start? What parts are essential, and which are just nice to have? And how do you organize it all? Dale Wheat, the author of Arduino Internals, will show you how to build your own electronics lab complete with tools, parts, and power sources. You'll learn how to create a portable lab, a small lab to save space, a...

The Blacksmith's Craft - An Introduction to Smithing for Apprentices and Craftsmen

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Report copyright infringementby Anon (Author), Various (Author)This early works is a fascinating and comprehensive look at blacksmithing with much of the information still useful and practical today. It was originally published by the Council for Small Industries in Rural Areas to meet the needs of craftsmen, technical schools and apprentices' training centres. The lack of such a book was a handicap to the teaching of the subject and particularly to young men who were receiving instructions f...

The Gardener's Bug Book: 1000 Insect Pests and Their Control

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Report copyright infringementby Cynthia Westcott (Author)This antiquarian volume comprises a comprehensive guide to the identification and control of a wide array of common insect pests. Written in clear, concise language and profusely illustrated, this book constitutes an invaluable handbook for the discerning gardener, and makes for a great addition to collections of allied literature. Although old, much of the information contained herein is timeless, and will be of as much use to modern r...

A Guide to Medicinal Plants of Appalachia

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Report copyright infringementby U. S. Department of Agriculture (Author)The medicinal or therapeutic uses of the plants described in this guide are not to be construed in any way as recommendation by the authors or the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Some of the dried crude drugs, which must be modified considerably before commercial use, can be extremely poisonous when not used properly. Readers are cautioned against using these plan drugs for purposes of self-medication. Besides description...

Step by Step passing the EPA 608 certification exam

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Report copyright infringementby H. Benetti (Author)A guide to passing the EPA 608 refrigeration exam, including the Core, Type I, Type II, Type III, and universal exams. Also includes practice questions that have been known to be on the test. Setup to be a guide to help HVAC technicians or anyone who needs to pass the EPA 608 refrigeration exam. Number of Pages: 38 Dimensions: 0.08 x 9.02 x 5.98 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: February...

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Report copyright infringementby Eugene Alvarez (Author), Leo Daugherty (With)Here, for the first time, author and former Parris Island drill-instructor Eugene Alvarez records the training and tough physical and mental challenges that have helped to churn thousands of Marines out of Parris Island, South Carolina for nearly a century. Drawn from first-hand accounts of recruits themselves, the memories and recollections in these pages are humorous, sad, profane and enlightening--describing a tra...

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Report copyright infringementby Bill Brown (Author)This booklet is the result of 28 requests from people wanting to construct their own solar generator. It is a "how to" manual that will assist those who might be technically challenged to successfully put together a system that they can maintain and repair because they understand how it works and where the maintenance points are. Number of Pages: 26 Dimensions: 0.07 x 11 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: August...

California Contractor General Building (B) Exam: A Complete Prep Guide

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Report copyright infringementby Contractor Education Inc (Author)This book is the only one you will need to pass the 2025 California General Builder (B) Exam. We give you all of the knowledge necessary by spelling out the principles and concepts covered on the exam. In addition, and perhaps most importantly, the codes are translated into an easy-to-read format that does away with the long and often confusing wording found in the formal California Building Code. Whether you are a novice or pos...

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Report copyright infringementby Robert Reed (Author)Once there were hundreds of 19th-century and very early 20th-century covered bridges in Indiana--so many in fact, that the state ranked third in the nation in the number of structures still standing. By the early 1930s and 1940s, a movement was afoot to preserve those magnificent structures that had not already disappeared due to desertion and deterioration. Some were saved, but many were not. What was saved and cherished, however, was an ab...

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Report copyright infringementby Eugene Alvarez (Author)Located near the Palmetto State's historic city of Beaufort, the United States Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, South Carolina is one of the world's most famous military bases. Having trained Marine recruits since World War I, the base is the oldest major post of the Marine Corps. It is also the first base commissioned exclusively to train United States Marines, and therefore may truly be called "The Cradle of the Corps." Parris...

Parris Island: Once a Recruitlways a Marine

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Report copyright infringementby Eugene Alvarez (Author)Here, for the first time, author and former Parris Island drill-instructor Eugene Alvarez records the training and tough physical and mental challenges that have helped to churn thousands of Marines out of Parris Island, South Carolina for nearly a century. Drawn from first-hand accounts of recruits themselves, the memories and recollections in these pages are humorous, sad, profane and enlightening--describing a training program that, on...

Chernobyl: The History of a Nuclear Catastrophe

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Report copyright infringementby Serhii Plokhy (Author)A Chernobyl survivor and New York Times bestselling author delivers the definitive history of the worst nuclear accident in history. "The most comprehensive and convincing history of Chernobyl yet to appear in English." ―Financial Times On the morning of April 26, 1986, a reactor at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant in Soviet Ukraine exploded. The outburst put the region on the brink of nuclear annihilation and contaminated over half of E...

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Report copyright infringementby Ernesto Che Guevara (Author)Written immediately after the Cuban Revolution and first published in 1961, Guerrilla Warfare soon became a how-to manual for legions of guerrilla fighters around the world-from Latin America to Africa and Asia. In this revolutionary primer, Che focuses on the general principles of guerrilla warfare, the guerrilla "band," the organization of the guerrilla front, and strategies for preserving and defending power once it has been won. ...

Ancient Carpenters' Tools: Illustrated and Explained

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Report copyright infringementby Henry C. Mercer (Author)2016 Reprint of 1950 Second Edition. Full facsimile of the original edition, not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. Classic reference describes in detail hundreds of implements in use in the American colonies in the 18th century. Over 250 illustrations depict tools identical in construction to ancient devices once used by the Greeks, Egyptians, and Chinese, among them axes, saws, clamps, chisels, mallets, and much more. An inv...