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  The Unknown World of the Mobile...

  John Fraser Hart, Michelle J...

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  An in-depth look at the history and culture of mobile homes in the United States. 
   
  In American popular imagination, the mobile home evokes images of cramped interiors, cheap materials, and occupants too poor or unsavory to live anywhere else. Since the 1940s and ‘50s, however, mobile home manufacturers have improved standards of construction and now present them as an affordable alternative to conventional site-built homes. Today one of every fourteen Americans lives in a mobile home. 
   
  In The Unknown World of the Mobile Home authors John Fraser Hart, Michelle J. Rhodes, and John T. Morgan illuminate the history and culture of these often misunderstood domiciles. They describe early mobile homes, which were trailers designed to be pulled behind automobiles and which were more often than not poorly constructed and unequal to the needs of those who used them. During the 1970s, however, Congress enacted federal standards for the quality and safety of mobile homes, which led to innovation in design and the production of much more attractive and durable models. These models now comply with local building codes and many are designed to look like conventional houses. As a result, one out every five new single-family housing units purchased in the United States is a mobile home, sited everywhere from the conventional trailer park to custom-designed “estates” aimed at young couples and retirees. Despite all these changes in manufacture and design, even the most immobile mobile homes are still sold, financed, regulated, and taxed as vehicles. 
   
  With a wealth of detail and illustrations, The Unknown World of the Mobile Home provides readers with an in-depth look into this variation on the American dream. 
   
  “A clear, concise, and innovative look at the history, the economics, and the politics of the mobile home. The authors reveal the inner workings of mobile home living by drawing upon a wide variety of sources, from industry data to interviews conducted at mobile home parks across the country. Further, they explore new types of mobile home communities—those assembled for workers at meat-processing centers in southwest Kansas, for example—that complicate the familiar image of the mobile home park as retirement village. The ideas presented in this book provide a solid starting point for many detailed studies on this important topic.” —Karl Raitz, University of Kentucky, author of The National Road

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  Do Not Adjust Your Set - Volume 5

  Humphrey Barclay, Terry Jones,...

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  Do Not Adjust Your Set is a 60s comedy show comprised mostly of satirical sketches, often presented in a bizarre, surreal and disjointed manner- much like that of Monty Python, a succeeding show which several of the cast became part of. 
  An important Monty Python predecessor and arguably one of the finest children's sketch comedies ever produced, DNAYS is certainly something you do not want to miss... 
  This volume features a compilation of classic sketches from the show, including: 
  -Sport-Whackfield Wanders-Chairback Banana Grabbing-Angling-Frogmen Routine-The Bonzo Dog Doo-Dah Band-Hello Mabel-Fortune Teller-Miniskirt-Captain Fantastic-Romeo & Juliet

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  True Facts That Sound Like...

  Shane Carley

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  Turkeys used to be worshipped as gods? Bull$#*t! Prove you are the smartest schmuck in the room with 500 world history facts that sound too absurd to be true. 
  Knowledge is power! Crush the competition at trivia night or start the most interesting conversation ever with real facts that are hard to believe. This book is loaded with mind-blowing facts that are sure to keep you wondering, "How are these even true?" while equipping you to outsmart everyone in the room. Including:Turkeys were once worshipped as gods by the Mayans.Forks were seen as sacrilegious in 11th century Italy.Pope Gregory IV once declared a war on cats.President Abraham Lincoln is in the Wrestling Hall of Fame.The longest war in history lasted from 1651 to 1986, between the Netherlands and the Isles of Scilly. There were no casualties. 
    
  Put your game face on and prove once and for all that you are the real history know-it-all! Gather your friends and family 'round and get ready to learn some crazy trivia they definitely didn’t teach you in history class.

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  Beekeeping for Beginners - A...

  William Barrol

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  Have you ever considered beekeeping but don’t know where to start?Are you looking to embark on beekeeping for personal or commercial purposes and are searching for a comprehensive guide to help you through the process?This audiobook will usher you into the world of beekeeping by equipping you with enough information for you to have a successful apiary!Did you know that a single beehive can produce up to 50 pounds of honey in a single year? Now, imagine if you were to sell these 50 pounds — that would translate to close to $300, assuming a pound of pure, raw honey costs just $6.All without really doing much!I know you are wondering…Is beekeeping a beginner-friendly activity you can pursue without prior experience or knowledge?How much financial investment should you anticipate for starting beekeeping, and is it a financially viable hobby or business?What safety measures and precautions do you need to consider when handling bees?Do bees get sick, and how do you care for them?Can you successfully keep bees in your backyard or do you need a larger area?If this sounds like you, keep reading, because this audiobook will answer all your questions!In this Audiobook you will:- Learn about the fascinating world of honey bees and the incredible benefits of honey- Master the art of installing a package of honey bees into a hive- Gain valuable insights into beekeeping hive management, including honey extraction, how to handle bees safely, and combating hive diseases- Discover the secrets of populating and managing your own beehives, along with exploring various honey varieties- Get practical tips on buying honey bees and essential apiary supplies- Uncover the steps to successfully start your own beekeeping business, whether from your home or on a larger scale-And much more!If the idea of keeping bees scares you because you are afraid of bees or feel like you lack space to have beehives, this audiobook will open your eyes to endless possibilities!

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  Greenhouse Gardening

  Jessie Cooler

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  Do you want to grow your own fruit and vegetables all year round? Do you have a greenhouse or are you planning to get one? Is this type of gardening new to you and you need help to get started? There is nothing better or more satisfying than growing your own food. Any gardener will tell you that your own fruit and veg always tastes better than mass produced food. And when you learn how to grow throughout all the seasons, it means that there will always be something tasty to eat that has come straight from your garden. Inside this fantastic audiobook bundle, you get two brilliant books that will set you on your way - Greenhouse Gardening: A Guide to Build a Greenhouse and Grow Vegetables, Herbs and Fruit, Foods and Plants and Greenhouse Gardening: An Advanced Guide to Build a Greenhouse and Grow Vegetables, Herbs and Fruits, Foods and Plants all Year-Round. Each one provides detailed and in-depth knowledge of what you will need in order to get the most from your greenhouse and covers things like: ?Building your own greenhouse ?Health and safety tips ?Making sure you buy the right size greenhouse for your available space ?Growing vegetables and exotic fruits ?Ways to heat your greenhouse ?Irrigation and humidification ?Electric installation ?Protecting your greenhouse from fire ?And lots more… Having a greenhouse means that you can grow a much wider selection of fruit and vegetable that are often impossible to grow outside. Suitable for anyone who is already greenhouse gardening and for those who have never tried it before, this audiobook bundle gets you started with the basics and allows you to progress to more complex matters quickly and seamlessly!

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  Alexa what is there to know...

  Brian Bilston

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  'Brian Bilston is a laureate for our fractured times.' Ian McMillan'Someone who knows their way round both a joke and a bittersweet narrative.' The Times'Part John Cooper Clarke, part Frank Sidebottom . . . all brilliant.' Esquire'Bilston is a magician with words' GuardianAlexa, what is there to know about love? is a wonderful collection of poems about love in all its forms, covering everything from romantic love to familial love, to long-distance love, and even love on the internet.The collection also features poems about the true passions for many booklovers, reading and literature, and the odd one about the subject causing many of us heartbreak: politics. With titles like ‘Hold My Hand While We Jump Off This Cliff’ and ‘Remembrance of Things Pasta’, there’s something for even the most jaded romantic within these pages.The perfect, witty gift for Valentine’s and beyond.

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