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  Merrythought Teddy Bears

  Kathy Martin

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  A deep dive into the history of the much-loved plush bear brand from one of the world’s foremost teddy bear experts.   Merrythought was one of Britain’s longest running British-made teddy bear firms with a dedicated international following for their quality, highly collectable bears whose life-size models used to dominate stores such as Harrods and Hamleys.   This book—with its quality color illustrations and use of original sales material—will appeal to teddy bear collectors as well as dedicated Merrythought fans and is full of tips on collecting the popular toys. Written by leading teddy bear expert, Kathy Martin, editor of Teddy Bear Scene and a regular on programs such as QVC as well as a consultant to firms producing collectable bears, this is a must for collectors, dealers, and those who loved their own Merrythought teddy bears when young.   After a short-term closure, Merrythought was revived and will delight future generations. Its closure made headlines news, showing the enduring popularity of the quality bears.   “This must-read book will appeal to Merrythought and teddy bear collectors and dealers, those who loved their childhood teddies and indeed anyone interested in the history of the great British toy company.” —Collectors Club of Great Britain  

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  The Haunting of Las Vegas

  Janice Oberding

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  The paranormal researcher and author of Haunted Nevada presents “a macabre compilation of the eeriest haunts of Sin City” (Kalila K. Smith, author of New Orleans Ghosts, Voodoo, and Vampires). 
   
  With its world-famous casinos and extravagant floor shows, Las Vegas is known as one of America’s liveliest cities. And true to its reputation, even the dead are especially active here. In Haunting Las Vegas, Janice Oberling offers a rare look beyond the neon glitz and into reports of ghostly sightings and lurid histories of The City that Never Sleeps.  
   
  Spirits of all kinds haunt the halls and corridors of the Las Vegas Strip, including apparitions of its most famous residents. There are many tales of Elvis idling backstage at the Hilton and Liberace appearing at his favorite restaurant, Carluccio’s. The legendary mobster Bugsy Segal is known to make spectral appearances, as is Shoney, the Luxor Hotel’s once-celebrated show elephant.

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  Rogues' Gallery - The Rise (and...

  Philip Hook

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  This “expert and elegantly written” book reveals how dealers have been a major force in art history from the Renaissance to the avant garde (The Guardian, UK). Philip Hook’s riveting narrative takes us from the early days of art dealing in Antwerp, where paintings were sold by weight, to the unassailable hauteur of contemporary galleries in New York, London, Paris, and beyond. Along the way, we meet a surprisingly wide-ranging cast of characters—from tailors, spies, and the occasional anarchist to scholars, aristocrats, and connoisseurs, some compelled by greed, some by their own vision of art—and some by the art of the deal. Among them are Joseph Duveen, who almost single-handedly brought the Old Masters to America; Paul Durand-Ruel, the Impressionists’ champion; Daniel-Henry Kahnweiler, high priest of Cubism; Leo Castelli, dealer-midwife to Abstract Expressionism and Pop Art; and Peter Wilson, the charismatic Sotheby’s chairman who made a theater of the auction room. Full of unforgettable anecdotes and astute insight, Rogue’s Gallery offers “a front-row seat and a backstage pass to this arcane and obsessively secretive profession” (Hannah Rothschild, Mail on Sunday, UK).

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  Service Dog: Training Your Own...

  Terry Kay

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  Do you think that normal training sessions can be difficult? Teaching the dog to sit, stay, down, come and heel all require weeks of dedicated effort on the part of you and your dog. In contrast to this it can take many months and sometimes years to train service dogs such as police, search and rescue and guide dogs. 
  Here you’ll find out the easiest way to train your own Service Dog alongside the duration of the training and what the minimum requirements are. 
  Book 1: Service Dog: Training Your Own Psychiatric Service Dog: Beginner's Guide to Training an Obedient Psychiatric Service Dog and Get Immediate Results 
  Book 2: Service Dog: Training Your Own Service Dog: Beginner's Guide to Training an Obedient Dog and Get Immediate ResultsIn this guide, you will find out some important guidelines for training your own service dog such as:
  
  Lеаrning What Hеlр Ѕеrviсе Dоgѕ Can Рrоvidе
  The Minimum Training Requirеmеntѕ Fоr A Service Dog
  Hоw tо Prераrе Your Sеrviсе Dog Fоr Trаining
  Service Dоg Training Selection Procedures
  Whу Trеаtѕ Should Nеvеr Be Used to Trаin thе Sеrviсе Dоg
  Protection Training Procedures For Your Sеrviсе Dog
  What Wеll trained Ѕеrviсе Dоgѕ Are Еxресtеd To Dо When In Public
  Sресifiс Tаѕkѕ That Dоgѕ Аrе Tаught Are Thе Most Соmраtiblе Fоr Реорlе Suffering From Pѕусhiаtriс Disabilities
  And lots more...
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  SOAK SPROUT SMILE: The funny...

  BREANNA THOMAS

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  Soak, Sprout, Smile: The Funny Side of Growing Food in Water 
  "Welcome to the delightfully damp world of hydroponics! In 'Soak, Sprout, Smile: The Funny Side of Growing Food in Water', embark on an unforgettable adventure that combines gardening, science, and a hearty helping of humor. 
  This straight-to-the-point guide demystifies the art of growing food without soil, presenting it in an easy-to-understand, laugh-out-loud format. Whether you're growing laughing lettuce, comical carrots, or even embarking on an avocado adventure, this book promises a splashy good time alongside bountiful harvests. 
  From the basics of hydroponic systems to step-by-step instructions for growing a variety of edible plants, the guide pairs practical advice with hilarious anecdotes and insights. You'll not only learn to grow your own food but also how to troubleshoot plant problems like a pro, turning even the biggest plant dramas into lighthearted learning experiences. 
  'Soak, Sprout, Smile' is more than just a gardening guide; it's a celebration of the joy, patience, and resilience that come from watching life grow. It’s perfect for beginner gardeners, plant enthusiasts, and anyone who appreciates a good laugh. Dive in and discover the funnier side of hydroponics!"

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  Should've Gone Tae Speavers Ref!

  Allan Morrison

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  The referee. You can't have a game without one. The most hated man (or woman) in football but you have to invite one to every game. Enjoy a laugh at the anti and wicked humour of Scottish referee Big Erchie, a powerhouse at five foot five, and a top grade referee who strikes fear into he hearts of managers and players alike as he stringently applies the laws of the game. But Big Erchie is burdened with a terrible secret… He's a Stirling Albion supporter. EXCERPT: A booking by Big Erchie is a painstaking ritual for both player and referee as he calmly and prosaically enters the name of the offender in his book with the care of a monk drawing an illustrated letter, while at the same time gutting and filleting the culprit in a voice reminiscent of an acetylene torch set on full heat. Alas, on occasion, a frustrating petulant demonstration of power causes him to show a red card when a yellow would probably have suffice. Deep in his bosom, Big Erchie is consumed by a loathing of simulation, especially diving in the box. 'Some of that lot should get an Oscar nomination thrown in with their red card,' he continually moans. His trademark waving of his arms accompanied by a snort and roll of the eye suggests that, for some players, bringing back the birch would not be inappropriate.

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