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  Not in Front of the Corgis -...

  Brian Hoey

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  The Windsors are England's most famous family, but what are they really like when they're out of the public gaze? Behind closed doors in every Royal residence, from Buckingham Palace to Clarence House, there are two families - one upstairs and one down - and nobody knows a Royal quite like a Royal servant, intimately acquainted as they are with every quirk, foible and eccentricity. And there are a fair few! This is the inside story of the Royal Family through the eyes of those who know them best, a sneak peek behind the ermine-trimmed curtains to reveal what they really get up to in their spare time. Are they just like us? Or are they are a world apart? Here are the answers to everything we've ever wondered about the Royals: which programmes does the Queen watch on TV? What music did the Queen Mother listen to? Who can drive and who can't? What is it like to attend a dinner party thrown by Charles and Camilla? Who are the most popular (and most unpopular!) Royals to work for and why? Not in Front of the Corgis is the real Upstairs Downstairs - a unique and fascinating collection of all the secrets you ever wanted to know about the Royal Family.

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  Blue Trout and Black Truffles -...

  Joseph Wechsberg

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  There were, and still are, great restaurants all over Europe, but the greater part of Blue Trout and Black Truffles is devoted to the eatingplaces and vineyards of France. It is a vicarious experience to read about the culinary wonders of the notable establishments of another era that have become the last epicurean haven in this materialistic, mechanized world of fastfood chains and frozenfood dinners. Mr. Wechsberg reaches back to the twilight days of the Habsburg monarchy, when those splendid monuments to the haute cuisine in central Europe, Meissl and Schadn of Vienna and Gundel's of Budapest, were in their prime.

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  Style Your Modern Vintage Home -...

  Kate Beavis

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  A comprehensive, photo-filled guide to giving your home a distinctive retro look down to the last detail.  Style Your Modern Vintage Home is an inspirational book for all vintage enthusiasts. It encompasses everything vintage lovers want in one place: every vintage decade and every practical tip for buying, styling, and restoring your vintage homewares to achieve your perfectly styled home. With real houses, real people, and real affordable items, this book shows how you can achieve a stylish vintage/modern home too.   Discover how these must-have items and styles work in your own home and how to integrate vintage with modern. Each chapter covers a decade from the 1920s to the 1990s, introducing fascinating social history from each period and revealing how what was going on in the world influenced the home interiors of that time. There are practical styling, restoration, and cleaning tips and useful watch-out advice for buying vintage pieces. Additionally, although chapters are separated by decade, styles from different eras may be used alongside one another, as reflected in useful cross-references to other chapters.   Also included is an accessible directory of the best vintage traders, both in the United Kingdom and the United States, as well as further reading should you wish to learn more.

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  Made by Hand - Searching for...

  Mark Frauenfelder

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  From his unique vantage point as editor in chief of Make magazine, the hub of the newly invigorated do-it-yourself (DIY) movement, Mark Frauenfelder takes listeners on an inspiring and surprising tour of the vibrant world of DIY. The Internet has brought together large communities of people who share ideas, tips, and blueprints for making everything from unmanned aerial vehicles to pedal-powered iPhone chargers to an automatic cat feeder jury-rigged from a VCR.DIY is a direct reflection of our basic human desire to invent and improve, long suppressed by the availability of cheap, mass-produced products that have drowned us in bland convenience and cultivated our most wasteful habits. Frauenfelder spent a year trying a variety of offbeat projects, such as keeping chickens and bees, tricking out his espresso machine, whittling wooden spoons, making guitars out of cigar boxes, and doing citizen science with his daughters in the garage. His whole family found that DIY helped them take control of their lives, offering a path that was simple, direct, and clear. Working with their hands and minds helped them feel more engaged with the world around them.Frauenfelder reveals how DIY is changing our culture for the better. He profiles fascinating "alpha makers" leading various DIY movements and grills them for their best tips and insights.Beginning his journey with hands as smooth as those of a typical geek, Frauenfelder offers a unique perspective on how earning a few calluses can be far more rewarding and satisfying than another trip to the mall.

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  Art of Singing

  Enrico Caruso

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  Two of opera's greatest names offer encouragement and useful advice to aspiring singers in this classic guide.  
  Tenor Enrico Caruso and coloratura soprano Luisa Tetrazzini employ nontechnical terms to provide an informal vocalist's anatomy, with instructions for the proper training, care, and disposition of the tongue, lungs, diaphragm, mouth, and the voice itself. 
  Tetrazzini deals with the foundations of singing in breath control; tone emission and attack; and, sending aspiring performers to the mirror, facial expression and dress. Caruso remarks on tone production; such faults as the "white voice" and "goat voice"; the necessity of good diction; the role of diet; and the part superstition plays in certain singers' performances. These consummate artists show great charm and presence as writers, and this little book is a great pleasure to listen to.

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  Hydroponic Gardening Secrets

  Viktor Baras

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  Have you ever wanted a garden, but you just don’t have space or the soil for it? Have you thought about hydroponics, but weren’t sure where to go for the information you need to get started? Hydroponic systems are self- contained, accessible to people of all physical abilities, and can provide a beautiful green oasis right in your home! There’s no downside to having a hobby that is fun, educational, and productive, so why not give it a try?These days, many people are looking to return to a healthier approach to eating and a more sustainable way of life, and if you think hydroponics is the answer for you, look no further than Gardening Secrets. This book can be your guide to all the knowledge you’ll need to design, build, plant, and maintain the hydroponics system you’ve been dreaming about!In just five easy-to-follow chapters, Gardening Secrets will teach you:- the history and development of hydroponics through the centuries91- fundamental botany for plant growth- the six basic types of hydroponic systems- the types of growing media and their different applications- how to create nutrient solutions for maximum plant growth- how to choose quality seeds and seedlings for your garden- how to choose and set-up a system that fits your needs and budget- how to get your system running and planted- how to observe your plants and adjust your garden accordingly- maintenance tips and routines to keep your garden in top shape- how to get the most out of your garden year- round- and much, much more!Armed with the information in Gardening Secrets, you’ll be able to build, plant, and maintain a hydroponics system that will provide you with fresh food and flowers twelve months of the year for your health and enjoyment. You’ll also learn how to troubleshoot issues with your plants and your system, recognize signs of plant distress and 92mechanical problems, and be encouraged to keep a garden journal to record all your activities.

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