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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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  Bärle's Story - One Polar Bear's...

  Else Poulsen

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  The award-winning zookeeper and author of Smiling Bears shares her account of rescuing and rehabilitating a bear held in a Caribbean circus. When a nineteen-year-old female polar bear named Barle is rescued from the inhumane conditions of a circus in the Caribbean and flown to safety in Detroit, zookeeper Else Poulsen—renowned throughout the world for her work rehabilitating abused bears—is on hand to meet her and help her on the road to recovery and self-discovery. Thus begins Barle’s gradual introduction into the world of polar bears. Slowly she forges relationships with the other bears in the zoo and eventually mates with a young male and successfully raises a cub. By living in a caring, enriched environment focused on her welfare, Barle is able to recover from the trauma she had suffered at the circus and develop skills that are important to thriving as a polar bear. As Poulsen documents, however, not all captive bears are so fortunate. Augmented with black-and-white photographs, Barle’s Story provides a rich and moving portrayal of a remarkable bear and of the author’s inspiring work to help her discover her true polar bear ways.Praise for Barle’s Story “This intelligent, stark, and gently humorous book makes one think that if all animals were listened to in the way that…Poulsen listens to bears, our children would inherit an infinitely kinder and safer world that the one they enjoy now.” —Dr. Jill Robinson MBE, founder and CEO, Animals Asia Foundation “At once deeply heart-wrenching, heart-warming, and heartful. Read this wonderful book and share it widely.” —Dr. Marc Bekoff, author of Why Dogs Hump and Bees Get Depressed

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  Effective Software Project...

  Robert K. Wysocki

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  Why another book on software project management?      For some time, the fields of project management, computer science,  and software development have been growing rapidly and  concurrently. Effective support for the enterprise demands the  merging of these efforts into a coordinated discipline, one that  incorporates best practices from both systems development and  project management life cycles. Robert K. Wysocki creates that  discipline in this book--a ready reference for professionals and  consultants as well as a textbook for students of computer  information systems and project management.    By their very nature, software projects defy a "one size fits all"  approach. In these pages you will learn to apply best-practice  principles while maintaining the flexibility that's essential for  successful software development.    Learn how to make the planning process fit the need  * Understand how and why software development must be planned on a  certainty-to-uncertainty continuum  * Categorize your projects on a four-quadrant model  * Learn when to use each of the five SDPM strategies--Linear,  Incremental, Iterative, Adaptive, and Extreme  * Explore the benefits of each strategic model and what types of  projects it supports best  * Recognize the activities that go into the Scoping, Planning,  Launching, Monitoring/Controlling, and Closing phases of each  strategy  * Apply this knowledge to the specific projects you manage  * Get a clear picture of where you are and how to get where you  want to go

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  When Animals Rescue - Amazing...

  Belinda Recio

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  What do stories about humpback whales protecting a biologist from a shark, a pride of lions rescuing a girl from kidnappers, gorillas working together to dismantle poacher snares, a parrot warding off an attacker in a park, a chimpanzee consoling a human, and an elephant trying to rescue a baby rhino tell us about animal nature? And what might they suggest about our very own human nature?  
    
  Until just a few decades ago, there were only a few animals reported to behave empathetically and altruistically. More recently, the list of species who have been observed behaving in compassionate, helpful, and caring ways has grown exponentially, ranging from rats to elephants. 
    
  Rescued by a Whale presents dozens of astonishing and heart-warming stories about animals, such as chickens, horses, dolphins, and wolves, who engage in acts of helpful kindness. During a time in history when studies show that human empathy is decreasing, our knowledge about animal empathy is increasing. These true tales of heroism, kindness, and compassion suggest that we have far more in common with other animals than we once believed and provocatively suggest that what’s best about our human natures just might be our animal natures.

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  HMS Belfast - Cruiser 1939

  Richard Johnstone-Bryden

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  HMS Belfast, originally a Royal Navy light cruiser, is now permanently moored on the Thames in London. One of ten Town-class cruisers she saw service on the icy Arctic convoys during the Second World War and was also present for the bombardment of the D-Day beaches in 1944. Later, she saw service during the Korean War.As is the case for many historic ships, however, there is a surprising shortage of informative and well illustrated guides, for reference during a visit or for research by enthusiasts—ship modellers, naval buffs, historians or students. This new series redresses the gap. Written by experts and containing more than 200 specially commissioned photographs, each title takes the reader on a superbly illustrated tour of the ship, from bow to stern and deck by deck. Significant parts of the vessel  for example, the gun turrets and engine rooms  are given detailed coverage both in words and pictures, so that the reader has at hand the most complete visual record and explanation of the ship that exists. In addition, the importance of the ship, both in her own time and now as a museum vessel, is explained, while her design and build, and her career prior to exhibition are all described.No other books offer such superb visual impact and detailed information as the Seaforth Historic Ship Series  a truly groundbreaking concept bringing the ships of our past vividly to life.As seen in Discover Britain Magazine.

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  The 30-minute Brain Diet...

  Connor Thompson

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  Boost your Brain Health and Memory with the 30-Minute Brain Diet Protocol 
  Are you worried about your brain deteriorating as you age? 
  Do you already find that your memory isn’t as good as it once was? 
  Did you know that your diet can have a real impact on brain health? 
  Illnesses like Alzheimer’s and dementia are becoming more prevalent and part of the reason is the food we consume. The typical American diet, in particular, has a lot to answer for when it comes to the health of our brains. But you can change that. 
  Inside The 30-Minute Brain Diet Protocol: How to Boost Brain Health, Improve Cognitive Function and Prevent Alzheimer’s and Dementia, you will find useful tips and advice in chapters that include:The American diet’s effect on mental healthThe functions of the brain and how it worksAn overview of Cognitive Decline, Alzheimer’s, and DementiaHow the right nutrition improves brain healthThe best exercises for your brainA range of delicious recipes and snacksMeal plans and grocery listsUsing supplements to improve brain healthAnd more… 
  If you would like to improve your brain’s health, your memory, and cognitive function then The 30-Minute Brain Diet Protocol is the best place to start. 
  Crammed with sumptuous recipes ideas which can be prepared in 30 minutes or less, it is the book that will help improve your mental health. 
  Listen to this book now and see what a difference it could make to you!

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