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  A Darker Wilderness - Black...

  Erin Sharkey

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  What are the politics of nature? Who owns it, where is it, what role does it play in our lives? Does it need to be tamed? Are we ourselves natural? In A Darker Wilderness, a constellation of luminary writers reflect on the significance of nature in their lived experience and on the role of nature in the lives of Black folks in the United States. Each of these essays engages with a single archival object, whether directly or obliquely, exploring stories spanning hundreds of years and thousands of miles, traveling from roots to space and finding rich Blackness everywhere. 
   
   
   
  Erin Sharkey considers Benjamin Banneker's 1795 almanac, as she follows the passing of seasons in an urban garden in Buffalo. Naima Penniman reflects on a statue of Haitian revolutionary François Makandal, within her own pursuit of environmental justice. Ama Codjoe meditates on rain, hair, protest, and freedom via a photo of a woman during a civil rights demonstration in Alabama. And so on with wide-ranging contributions unearthing evidence of the ways Black people's relationship to the natural world has persevered through colonialism, slavery, violence, and structurally racist policies. 
   
   
   
  A scrapbook, a family chest, a quilt—a work of historical engagement and literary accomplishment—A Darker Wilderness is a collection brimming with abundance and insight.

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  Four Chancellors and a Funeral -...

  Russell Jones

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  The sequel nobody wants. After a decade of the Tories, could it get any worse? Spoiler – it does. 
   
  Towards the end of 2021, Britain had been frogmarched into an escalating series of surreal calamities. Brexit was a disaster, the NHS was in crisis, the government was bathed head-to-toe in impropriety, senior Tories were still acting as though the public purse was their personal feed-trough, and the air crackled with anger about PartyGate. All of which led to an inglorious start to 2022: the year the UK saw two monarchs, three prime ministers and four chancellors. 
   
  From Boris Johnson, who crashed our international reputation and handed billions to his mates so they could ineptly fight a pandemic while he stayed at home, shagging and acting as a super-spreader; to Liz Truss, a drive-by prime minister who managed to kill off the queen and crash the economy in a single week. And now we’re led by Rishi Sunak, who doesn’t know how to use a credit card, drives a pretend car, and grinningly promises even more poverty. 
   
  Four Chancellors and a Funeral delivers more of Russell Jones’s signature scathing wit, combining a detailed historical record of 2021 and 2022, with acerbic commentary, all of it leavened by jokes at the seemingly endless maelstrom of failures, nincompoops and hypocrisies.

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  The Hidden Histories of...

  Alice Bailey, Maddie Bailey

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  The Hidden Histories of Houseplants explores twenty of the world's most common houseplants. 
   
   
   
  This book isn't just a dry exploration of historical cultivation; the narrative explores the plants' places in social history, science and culture, showcasing the most fascinating elements of each plant's story, be it the exploration as to why Monstera deliciosa have holes in their leaves, whether houseplants have the ability to count, or why Calathea leaves open during the day and close up at night. 
   
   
   
  Each chapter takes the listener on a journey through time, history, and culture, told by the most universally binding objects in our homes from London to Beijing—houseplants.

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  The Canine Perspective - Using...

  SARAH RUTTEN

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  Are You Ready to Unleash Your Dog’s Pawtential? 
  Are you struggling with your dog’s behaviour and not sure where to turn? 
  In this book, renowned Canine Behaviour Specialist Sarah Rutten shares her 20 years of expertise as a force-free trainer, bringing to life this funny, no BS look at dogs and dog behaviour. Learn the insider tricks that professional dog trainers rarely share, to achieve incredible results and build a stronger bond with your furry, four-legged family member. 
  What You’ll Find Inside This Book: 
  • It’s Cool to Be Kind: Learn all about force-free training and how to use these science based techniques to build connection, and have a well-trained dog, all without the use of punishment or force. 
  • Dog Speak: Discover the key to reading your dog’s body postures, so you can better “speak” their language. 
  • Behaviour Solutions: Fun, easy, step-by-step solutions for addressing common problems, like barking, pulling on lead, not coming when called, and jumping up. 
  • Raising Kids and Dogs: Learn strategies to create harmony between your children and pets (without going batsh*t crazy!). 
  • Reactivity and Aggression: Understand what’s REALLY going on in your dog’s mind when they lunge and bark at others (it may not be what you think). 
  And so much more! 
  Whatever problem you are facing with your dog, Sarah’s got you covered with her comprehensive, down-to-earth, honest approach to dog training. This book will have you laughing, crying and in awe of these wonderful creatures we call man’s (or woman’s) best friend.

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  Band-Aid for a Broken Leg -...

  Damien Brown

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  A powerful, heart-breaking, surprisingly funny, honest and ultimately uplifting account of life on the medical frontline, and a moving testimony of the work done by Medecins Sans Frontieres and the extraordinary and sometimes eccentric people who work for it. 
   
  Damien Brown, a young Australian doctor, thinks he's ready when he arrives for his first posting with Medecins Sans Frontieres in Africa. But the town he's sent to is an isolated outpost of mud huts, surrounded by landmines; the hospital, for which he's to be the only doctor, is filled with malnourished children and conditions he's never seen; and the health workers - Angolan war veterans twice his age and who speak no English - walk out on him following an altercation on his first shift. 
   
  In the months that follow, Damien confronts these challenges all the while dealing with the social absurdities of living with only three other volunteers for company. The medical calamities pile up - a leopard attack, a landmine explosion, and having to perform surgery using tools cleaned on the fire being among them - but it's through Damien's evolving friendships with the local people that his passion for the work grows. 
   
  Band-Aid for a Broken Leg is a powerful, sometimes heart-breaking, often funny, always honest and ultimately uplifting account of life on the medical frontline in Angola, Mozambique and South Sudan. It is also a moving testimony of the work done by medical humanitarian groups and the extraordinary and sometimes eccentric people who work for them. 
   
  '…as a writer/observer, he is skilful at capturing the moments of sublime joy that living and working in such extremities can provide.' Sunday Herald Sun 
   
  'To have such great stories entwined with robust insight into humanitarian aid makes this, for me, the travel book of the year.' The Irish Times 
   
  'He writes with wit and humour, at the same time demonstrating his true compassion for his work. A fascinating read.' Liverpool Post

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  Easy Peasy Labradoodle - Your...

  Steve Mann

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  How to Train Your Labradoodle from the UK’s #1 Dog TrainerExperience the joy of successfully raising your Labradoodle with Steve Mann’s expert guidance─UK’s celebrated dog trainer and bestselling authorMaster Labradoodle training with Steve Mann. Penned by renowned dog trainer, Steve Mann, this book offers an invaluable trove of insights gathered from his 30+ years of experience. Recognizing the uniqueness of each breed, Steve presents comprehensive guidelines tailored specifically to Labradoodles. Easy Peasy Labradoodle is an invaluable resource for every stage of your dog's life, whether you have a new puppy, a middle-aged Labradoodle, or a rescue dog.A great gift for new dog owners. Delve into the breed's history, understand Labradoodle specific characteristics, and learn to address common behaviors. Understand how to keep your Labradoodle content when home alone, groom effectively, and optimize nutrition─all to foster the most rewarding bond with your Labradoodle dog.Inside you'll discover:Expert guidance on Labradoodle puppy training and dog obedience training, enhancing your connection with your furry friendTechniques to handle separation anxiety, ensuring your Labradoodle feels secure even when home aloneTips for effective crate training a puppy, simplifying potty training and providing a safe havenInsights into Labradoodle specific behaviors, allowing for better understanding and response to your pet's actionsIf you have read Labradoodle training books like The Complete Guide to Labradoodles or Labradoodles, you’ll love Steve Mann’s Easy Peasy Labradoodle. Also don’t miss Steve Mann’s bestselling Easy Peasy Puppy Squeezy and Easy Peasy Awesome Pawsome.

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