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  From Swamp to Wetland - The...

  Chris Wilhelm

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  This book chronicles the creation of Everglades National Park, the largest subtropical wilderness in the United States. Prior to the park's creation, the Everglades was seen as a reviled and useless swamp, unfit for typical recreational or development projects. 
   
   
   
  Park advocates drew on new ideas concerning the value of biota and ecology, the importance of wilderness, and the need to protect habitats, marine ecosystems, and plant life to redefine the Everglades. Using these ideas, the Everglades began to be recognized as an ecologically valuable and fragile wetland—and thus a region in need of protective status. 
   
   
   
  While these new ideas foreshadowed the later emergence of modern environmentalism, tourism and the economic desires of Florida's business and political elites also impacted the park's future. These groups saw the Everglades' unique biology and ecology as a foundation on which to build a tourism empire. 
   
   
   
  Yet, even after the park's creation, conservative landowners successfully fought to limit the park and saw it as a threat to their own economic freedoms. The battle to save the swamp's biodiversity continues, and Everglades Park stands at the center of ongoing restoration efforts.

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  Pen Turner's Workbook 4th...

  Barry Gross

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  Learn to turn and sell custom-made pens that are both practical and beautiful! In this newly revised 4th edition, author and expert pen turner, Barry Gross, provides new pen kits and mechanisms with up-to-date techniques, along with in-depth instruction and creative ideas for both the novice and the experienced turner looking for new ideas. From choosing a lathe to pen turning basics and even selling your work, no detail has been left out! Also included is a section on casting your own acrylic pen bodies, so you can customize by embedding your own artwork and memorabilia. Instructions for turning pens made from resin, Corian, InLace, antler, and other materials is included. New to this edition is expanded information on what makes a good pen, selecting materials, and tool maintenance, as well as 7 new projects and an updated gallery featuring gorgeous pens made by master pen makers.

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  How to Quit Golf (and Get Your...

  Danny Cahill

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  Do you need to quit golf? Take a short quiz!
  
  1.	Do you show your golf scorecards to, well, uh . . . anyone? 
  2.	At dinner, do you find yourself practicing your grip on your utensils? (The Vs of the fork’s first tine, for the righthander, should point to the right shoulder.)
  3.	Look above you. Are there marks on the ceilings of your house because you can’t help but try to “bust one” even when you’re indoors and there is no ball?
  4.	Have you taken to reflexively calling your children “pards?”
  5.	Do other golf aphorisms make their way into your personal life? (Examples include finding your lost car keys and with a shrug saying, “Even a blind squirrel finds a nut now and again,” or feeding your actual dog and exhorting, “Time to let the big dog eat!”)
  6.	Does your dry cleaner, never having seen your swing but processing your bill, assume you are a golf pro?
  7.	Do you think of all spatial relationships in the real world in terms of golfing distance? (When parking at the mall and your wife suggests you are too far away, do you say, “What? It’s like a stock gap wedge to Panera from here.” When she disagrees, do you break out the Bushnell and shoot the store’s signage?)
  
  If you answered “Yes” to any of the above, you really, really need to quit golf.
  
  Danny Cahill will make you laugh and nod with recognition in his latest book (part social satire/ commentary; part clever psychological study) about the game of golf and its intoxicating hold on those who love it.
  
  A likeable middle-aged golfer (coping with the thought that everything is in decline at this time of life) has crossed over from healthy hobby to unmanageable obsession. He knows he should quit spending so much time working on his golf game. He knows his life at home is unraveling. But fully aware of just how much the game is laying waste to his powers, he nevertheless continues to count the hours to his next tee time.
  
  Cahill’s comic treatment of middle-age reckoning told through the lens of an obsessed golfer also takes a deep dive into the sport's ecosystem and its inherent appeal (and silliness?). Cahill’s acute powers of observation will impress as he unravels golf’s ability to entice like no other endeavor—and how to ultimately let go and preserve what matters.
  
  Any serious golfer will see themselves in Cahill’s hero—they've thought his thoughts, shared his fears, and dealt with the effects on their family. The book will make golfers laugh, but also feel completely understood. The book explores the human need to find something that can still be improved, and through the prism of golf, examines the innate futility in trying to find meaning in a game that is, like the protagonist's life, both impossible to master and intermittently filled with joy and sorrow.
  
  Danny Cahill is the last guy to talk to about work-life balance. As a headhunter, he has built Hobson Associates into one of the country’s largest privately held search firms. His coaching and training company, according to Danny, is the largest in the staffing industry. His motivational speaking and career coaching earned him the industry’s highest honor, the NAPS Lifetime Achievement award. In his writing life, as a playwright, he has had works produced off Broadway and won both the Maxwell Anderson and CAB theatre awards. He is the author of the popular memoir, Aging Disgracefully, and Harper’s Rules, which won an Axiom award. He attributes his success, fledgling as it is, to a systematic, consistent, and disciplined . . . neglect of loved ones.

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  Fun Short Stories For Seniors:...

  Tenlee Graham

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  Nurture your mind and relationships through feel-good tales set in nature. 
  As we age, it's natural for memories to fade. Names, faces and events start to slip away without regular mental stimulation. 
  One enjoyable and effective way to support your memory retention through your golden years is through reading stories. 
  Not only is it a fun and relaxing activity, according to the American Academy of Neurology, the brain-stimulating activities from reading have been shown to slow down cognitive decline. It helps spark brain activity, bolster memory pathways, and cultivate a sense of self and connectivity.  
  This book provides you a simple way to exercise your memory and help you bring details back into focus. With short stories set in familiar outdoor settings like parks, lakes, and gardens, you’ll find yourself transported into the great outdoors from the first chapter. 
  Here’s a fraction of what you’ll discover inside: 
  ●	A delightful collection of short easy reads that jog your memory and support your brain health from the inside out   
  ●	Tales with familiar themes and relatable details that tap into nostalgia  and bridge the past with the present 
  ●	Prompts that encourage reflection and spark conversation between friends and family – these are perfect for bringing generations together! 
  ●	An easy-to-digest format that gets you into the habit of reading, without any pressure 
  ●	Stories designed not just to engage your mind but also boost your mood and reduce feelings of isolation 
  And much, much more! 
  Whether you read this solo with a cup of tea or share the tales with family, this book creates the perfect low-pressure way for you to keep your brain sharp long into retirement while strengthening bonds that really matter. 
  Invest in your health and relationships by adding this collection of short stories to your bookshelf.

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  The Classic Garden - Timeless...

  Gertrude Harris

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  At the heart of a classic garden lies the pursuit of perfection in design. These gardens are more than just places to grow plants—they are carefully planned landscapes where form, function, and beauty coexist seamlessly. Whether influenced by ancient Greek and Roman principles, the elegance of French formal gardens, or the natural beauty of English country estates, classic gardens share a commitment to design that is both purposeful and enduring. They reflect the beauty of nature while also incorporating elements of art, architecture, and human ingenuity. 
  The appeal of classic gardens lies in their timeless quality. Unlike trends in fashion or architecture that may change with the seasons, a well-designed garden can remain relevant for generations. This is because the principles underlying classic design—proportion, symmetry, the careful selection of plants, and the use of natural materials—are universal and have remained consistent over time. Whether you are designing a small urban courtyard or a sprawling estate, the key to creating a classic garden lies in understanding these principles and applying them thoughtfully. 
  In this book, we will explore the fundamental aspects of creating a classic garden. We will delve into the design principles that define these gardens, such as symmetry, balance, and geometry, and look at how these concepts can be adapted to modern spaces. We will also explore the plants that are essential to creating a timeless garden, from the perennials and shrubs that provide structure and beauty to the trees and flowers that add color and fragrance throughout the seasons.

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  The Black Candle

  Emily Murphy

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  ""The Black Candle" is a significant work by Emily F. Murphy, also known as "Janey Canuck". This early exploration of the illegal drug trade in Canada was initially published in 1922 based on earlier articles in Maclean's Magazine. Let's delve into the details:    Summary  Topic: The novel sheds light on the evils of the drug trade.  Setting: It focuses on Canada during the early 20th century.  Content: Murphy's exposé delves into the impact of drugs, including opium, heroin, cocaine, and marijuana.  Legacy: Her work led to laws governing narcotics in Canada, which remained largely unchanged until the late 1960s.  Emily Murphy's courageous exploration of this pressing issue remains relevant, and her efforts paved the way for greater awareness and regulation."

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