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  Finding George Orwell in Burma

  Emma Larkin

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  Over the years the American writer Emma Larkin has spent traveling in Burma, she has come to know all too well the many ways this police state can be described as  "Orwellian." The life of the mind exists in a state of siege in Burma, and it long has. The connection between George Orwell and Burma is not simply metaphorical, of course; Orwell's mother was born in Burma, and he was shaped by his experiences there as a young man working for the British Imperial Police. Both his first novel, Burmese Days, and the novel he left unfinished upon his death were set in Burma. And then there is the place of Orwell's work in Burma today: Larkin found it a commonplace observation in Burma that Orwell did not write one book about the country but three-the other two being Animal Farm and Nineteen Eighty-Four. When Larkin quietly asked one Burmeseman if he knew the work of George Orwell, he stared blankly for a moment and then said, "Ah, you mean the prophet."Finding George Orwell in Burma is the story of the year Larkin spent traveling across this shuttered police state using the life and work of Orwell as her guide. Traveling from Mandalay and Rangoon to poor delta backwaters and up to the old hill-station towns in the mountains of Burma's far north, Larkin visits the places Orwell worked and lived and the places his books live still. She brings to vivid life a country and a people cut off from the rest of the world, and from one another, by the ruling military junta and its network of spies and informers. Orwell's spoor leads Larkin to strange, ghostly traces of the British colonial presence and to people who have found ways to bolster their minds against the state's all-pervasive propaganda. Orwell's moral clarity, hatred of injustice, and observant gaze serve as the author's compass in a less tangible sense too: they are qualities that also suffuse this, her own powerful reckoning with one of the world's least free countries.

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  The Desert Further Studies in...

  John Charles Van Dyke

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  The Desert by John Charles Van Dyke, published in 1901, is a lush, poetic description of the natural beauty of the American Southwest. "What land can equal the desert with its wide plains, its grim mountains, and its expanding canopy of sky!" Van Dyke, a cultivated art historian, saw "sublimity" in the desert's "lonely desolation," which previous generations had perceived only as a wasteland, and his book has a conservationist flavor which seems distinctly modern. "The deserts should never be reclaimed," he writes. "They are the breathing spaces of the west and should be preserved for ever." The changing colors of the sky, hills, and sand impress Van Dyke, as do the mirages. He celebrates the "long overlooked commonplace things of nature"-- cactus and grease wood, desert animals, and "winged life," the birds and insects. His writing has a philosophical undertone. "Not in vain these wastes of sand ... simply because they are beautiful in themselves and good to look upon whether they be life or death." Anyone who views with equal awe fiery sunrises and weeds growing out of pavement cracks will enjoy this reading of Van Dyke's The Desert.(Summary by Sue Anderson)

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  Sprouts: The Ultimate Sprouting...

  Dion Rosser

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  Explore the benefits of sprouting at home and turn your passion into a prospering endeavor! 
  Do you want to understand more about sprouting?  
  Have you wondered how you could benefit from it? 
  Are you keen on finding out the exact procedure to sprout efficiently?  
  Sprouting is a great way to obtain nutrients, minerals, and vitamins you can add to your diet. Sprouts are easy to grow, and you can use them in sweet and savory recipes.  
  This is why the main focus of this audiobook is to guide people interested in sprouting seeds for leisure or commercial purposes. It details everything you may want to know about sprouting or germination. 
  In this audiobook, you’ll: Learn what sprouting isMaster the skill of using different sprouting toolsUnderstand more about superfood sproutingGrasp the sprouting procedure step-by-stepFind out the best seeds you need and organic and non-organic seed careExplore various recipes to tryLearn how to start and scale your sprouting businessAnd much more! 
  This informative audiobook is unique in that it provides a hands-on approach to different aspects of sprouting, is effective as a starter’s guide and for comprehensive planning, yet is presented in an easy-to-understand, engaging foray into this unique type of “gardening.”  
  Click the “add to cart” button now and master the skill of sprouting today!

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  Marriage: Illustrated with...

  Amber Dusick

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  The popular blogger, illustrator, mother, and author of Parenting: Illustrated with Crappy Pictures delves into special quirks of marriage. 
   
  In Marriage: Illustrated with Crappy Pictures, Amber Dusick shares real stories of real life with her real husband. She provides much-needed laughs about coping with another person’s hygiene habits, cleaning rituals (including their ritual of not cleaning), financial decisions, cooking styles and everything else that makes your spouse weird and annoying special and perfect in every way. 
   
  “Funny and flattering quote from loving, supportive, perfect husband.” —Crappy Husband

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  William Morris in Appliqué - 6...

  Michele Hill

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  Capture the glory of the historic textile designer’s work in exquisite appliqué quilts, cushions, and wallhangings, featuring an array of motifs. 
   
  No artist ever captured the beauty of nature in such exquisite detail as William Morris. Now Michele Hill has transformed his graceful birds, flowers, vines, and woodland creatures into appliqué designs any quilter can master. 
   
  • Turn William Morris' designs into 6 lovely appliqué projects: quilts, cushions, and wallhangings 
   
  • Mix and match more than 50 appliqué motifs to create your own William Morris-inspired designs 
   
  • Make your masterpiece quickly with easy fusible appliqué

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  Beagle Dog Training Audio Book -...

  Brian Mahoney

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  Beagle Dog Training Audio Book 
  Crate, Obedience, Food, & Potty training a Puppy  
  by Brian Mahoney 
  This dog training book is an essential guide for dog owners who want to establish a strong foundation of training for their new furry companions. This comprehensive book provides expert advice, practical techniques, and step-by-step instructions to ensure successful training in four key areas: crate training, obedience training, food & nutrition, and potty training. 
  But also Discover... 
  * Why a Beagle is a good dog to own 
  * Beagle Characteristics 
  * Proper food & nutrition 
  * Quick & Easy House Training 
  * Essential dog training commands 
  * Essential dog training commands part 2 
  * Expert Social & Behavioral Training 
  * Puppy Loving Healthcare 
  * Puppy Care Resources 
  With a wealth of practical tips, troubleshooting advice, and real-life examples, this book equips dog owners with the knowledge and tools to establish a strong bond with their pups while instilling good behavior and habits. Whether you're a first-time dog owner or looking to enhance your training skills, this book is an invaluable resource for raising a well-behaved and happy canine companion. 
  "An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest" Benjamin Franklin 
  Order now, and take advantage of this time tested knowledge... don't wait... you'll wait your life away...

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