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  A Short History of Black Craft...

  Robell Awake

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  Black artisans have long been central to American art and design, creating innovative and highly desired work against immense odds. Atlanta-based chairmaker and scholar Robell Awake explores the stories behind ten cornerstones of Black craft, including: 
   
   
   
  ● The celebrated wooden chairs of Richard Poynor, an enslaved craftsman who began a dynasty of Tennessee chairmakers. 
   
   
   
  ● The elegant wrought-iron gates of Philip Simmons, seen to this day throughout Charleston, South Carolina, whose work features motifs from the Low Country. 
   
   
   
  ● The inventive assemblage art and yard shows of Joe Minter, James Hampton, Bessie Harvey, and others, who draw on African spiritual traditions to create large-scale improvisational art installations. 
   
   
   
  From the enslaved potters of Old Edgefield, South Carolina, to Ann Lowe, the couture dressmaker who made Jacqueline Kennedy's wedding dress, to Gullah Geechee sweetgrass basket makers, to the celebrated quilters of Gee's Bend, A Short History of Black Craft in Ten Objects illuminates the work of generations of Black craftspeople, foregrounding their enduring contributions to American craft.

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  Danish Trivia Book - Interesting...

  Alex Anderson

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  Denmark is the "world's happiest country," according to UN World Happiness Report.  
  What do the Danish people do that make them so happy? You get to know that, and much more, in this book!  
   In this book, you get to know trivia and fun facts about Denmark. The book is divided into four categories: Danish culture and society.Danish history.Danish geography.Trivia about Danish tourist attractions (perfect for you if you plan to visit Denmark!).Bonus at the end: Quiz about Denmark (including answers) 
  Ready to get to know some fun facts about Denmark?

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  Muskoka - Enchanting Stories...

  Andrew Hind, Maria Da Silva

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  Muskoka is a beloved region for summertime frivolity—a popular destination for tourists and cottagers.
  		 
  The region is also home to a remarkably varied and interesting history.
  		 
  This book explores stories that most people, residents included, likely know little about.
  		 
  Meet Dangerous Dan, a two-fisted brawler who fought his way into legend though countless lumber camps and booze-soaked taverns.
  		 
  Learn how one man’s vision and hard work transformed Bala into the “Cranberry Capital of Ontario.”
  		 
  Explore the history of Bigwin Inn, a lavish resort that was once the most luxurious hotel in Canada and that experienced a tragic and sad demise.
  		 
  Venture aboard steamships, into logging camps and elegant resorts, and through dense forests to the remains of ghost towns to unearth tales so much a part of the Muskoka experience…but overshadowed by the beautiful lakes and the endless opportunities for carefree enjoyment.

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  Household Tips - The Pro Tips...

  Owen Jones

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  Welcome to Household Tips - the pro tips that save you time and money!, your essential guide to cultivating a home that embodies functionality, comfort, and style. In this comprehensive manual, we delve into a myriad of topics, offering practical advice and ingenious solutions for every corner of your living space. Whether you`re seeking ways to streamline organisation, create child-friendly environments, or infuse your home with budget-friendly decor, this guide is your go-to resource. Each chapter unfolds a wealth of insights, from DIY projects to efficient cleaning hacks, providing a holistic approach to enhancing your living experience. ”Household Tips” is more than a manual; it`s a companion on your journey to transform your house into a haven tailored to your lifestyle with more than seventy tips! 
  Get ready to unlock the secrets that turn mundane tasks into joyful rituals, making every aspect of home management a rewarding and fulfilling endeavour. Let the pages of ”Household Tips” be your gateway to a home that not only meets your practical needs but also reflects the unique character of those who dwell within its walls. 
  I hope that you will find the information helpful, useful and profitable.

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  Unkindness of Ravens An

  Sally Cook

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  The  power and ancient symbology of the raven carries this story through its  historic presence for centuries at the Tower of London to current landscapes including the sandstone monolith of Mount Arapiles in Western Victoria. The ravens seemingly gloating presence adds to the atmosphere at this ancient Aboriginal rock site where many have taken up the climbing challenge and some have fallen. The story moves from this climbing area to one at Hanging Rock - principal  scene of the famous novel Picnic at Hanging Rock and the hugely successful movie "Picnic At Hanging Rock" made 50 years ago. An Unkindness of  Ravens also looks at the thousands of years of Aboriginal heritage at this former volcanic site and the overall ancient atmospherr of both sites,

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  The Mountains Are High - a year...

  Alec Ash

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  What is it like to radically change your life? Writer Alec Ash meets the Chinese who are doing just this, ‘reverse migrating’ from the cities to the remote countryside of southwest China ? and joins them himself, in an extraordinary and inspiring journey of self-discovery. 
   
  In 2020, Alec Ash left behind his old life as a journalist in buzzy Beijing, and moved to Dali, a rural valley in China’s Yunnan province, centred around a great lake shaped like an ear and overlooked by the Cang mountain range. Here, he hoped to find the space and perspective to mend heartbreak, and escape the trappings of fast-paced, high-pressured city life. 
   
  Originally home to the Bai people, Dali has become a richly diverse community of people of all ages and backgrounds, with one shared goal: to reject the worst parts of modernity and live more simply, in tune with the natural world and away from the nexus of authoritarian power. It is into this community that Alec embeds himself, charting his first year of life in Dali among these fascinating neighbours, from political dissidents to bohemian hippies. 
   
  The Mountains Are High is a beautifully written, candid memoir about how reevaluating what is really important and taking a leap of faith to reach it can genuinely transform your life. As one of the ‘new migrants’ tells Alec when he arrives: it is easy to change your environment, far more difficult to change your mind.

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