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  The Sangamon Story - Selected...

  Francis Grierson

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  Francis Grierson's, The Valley of Shadows, is truly a lost American classic. Written at the dawn of the twentieth century, the author has remarkably captured his adventures and observations as a child growing up on the prairies of Illinois in the years leading up the Civil War, in a region that was neither North nor South; neither for slavery nor against it; and how their small family farm became an unscheduled stop on the Underground Railroad.Written in an authentic vernacular of the time, and populated by larger than life characters, Grierson has woven a tale of excitement and mystery, set in a second Garden of Eden of wildlife and nature. The prose and dialogue is like Shakespeare of the prairie. It reads like a cross between Tom Sawyer and Uncle Tom's Cabin, and stands out among all of the other books written about that era.What people are saying:“It has a quality not to be found in any other writing about the Civil War;""Its prose is alive, strong, subtle, of warm color, almost overpowering;""No one can read it, without finding new enlightenment about our past.”

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  For the Love of Dog - The...

  Pilley Bianchi, Marc Bekoff

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  A celebration and exploration of the connection between dogs and humans. 
   
   
   
  Pilley Bianchi pens a love letter to dogs and dog ownership through observations, lessons, and wisdom gained from her family dog Chaser, the popular subject of her father John W. Pilley's New York Times bestselling book Chaser: Unlocking the Genius of the Dog Who Knows a Thousand Words. Chaser was dubbed "the smartest dog in the world" before crossing the rainbow bridge in 2019. 
   
   
   
  For the Love of Dog takes the listener on a journey of all things dog, with chapters that cover the history of dogs and how breeds developed from wolves, dog philosophy (i.e., What if we were to look at each other as if through the eyes of a dog, with the same capacity for enthusiasm and appreciation of others?), tips and tricks for good dog behavior compliments of Chaser, how dogs elevated to their current status as human's best friend, and much more. 
   
   
   
  Filled with practical advice and insightful knowledge, this lively volume teaches us how to better understand our dogs and forge a deeper bond with them.

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  Olive Grove at the Edge of the...

  Jared Gulian

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  The hilarious and endearing true tale of two urban Americans who escaped to a tiny olive farm in rural New Zealand. 
  For Jared Gulian, leaving the United States and coming to tiny Wellington, New Zealand, was a big enough switch from the bright lights of big cities. So when his partner CJ decided they just had to buy a rundown olive grove in the Wairarapa Valley, it was almost too much to cope with. 
  First they'd have to drive over the dangerous Remutaka ranges to get there, and Jared was terrified of heights. Then they'd have to figure out what on earth you do with 500 olive trees that hadn't been pruned for years, a geriatric rooster, warring hens, an obese kunekune pig, cast sheep, marauding cattle, and understanding your neighbors when they said "yiece" but meant "yes." 
  In this delightful memoir, Jared Gulian describes the first four years of their new life in the country, its disasters and small triumphs, its surprises and pleasures. But most of all he describes the warmth of the local community that welcomed them, saved them from certain peril, taught them how to cook, how to care for animals, and how to understand and love the land. 
  If you love Peter Mayle, David Sedaris, Frances Mayes, or James Herriot, this charming adventure is for you. 
  Buy now for a story that will feed your heart and make you smile.

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  Build to Rent - A How-To Guide...

  Charlie Kriegel

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  Build-to-rent (BTR) is a new solution for the shortage of affordable housing in the US. But BTR is a misunderstood concept, even perceived by some as a means of as destroying the American dream of homeownership. Charles Kriegel breaks through the rhetoric to reveal the upsides of BTR, which are professionally managed communities of single-family homes designed for people who rent but want the comforts and amenities of homeownership.

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  The First-Time Gardener - Winter...

  Well-Being Publishing

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  Transform your winter into a flourishing garden oasis with "The First-Time Gardener: Winter Edition." Learn to navigate your winter climate, fortify soil, and select winter-friendly plants. Discover innovative techniques for mulching, insulation, and frost protection. Bring nature indoors and master dynamic propagation and planting strategies. From watering to pest management, this guide ensures a bountiful winter harvest. Anticipate seasonal transitions and indulge in personal success stories. Make this winter your greenest yet with expert advice and unconventional gardening methods.

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  Outrageous Fibs We Tell Kids

  Charlie Ellis

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  The perfect book for any parent who has spun a tale or two, or first-time parents who need a little guidance on the art of fibbing! 
   
   
   
  Remember all the small falsehoods you were told as a child, from carrots helping you see in the dark to Santa checking up on your behavior all year round? This book will guarantee laughs as you reminisce on the bizarre tales your younger self believed. And if you now have your own little rascals to look after, it might provide you with some invaluable lies for when you want them to behave. Sometimes it's the only way!

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