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  Imperial China - Foundations of...

  Jun Liu

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  This book offers an in-depth exploration of three of the most influential dynasties in Chinese history: the Han, Qin, and Tang Dynasties. This book delves into the powerful legacies of these dynasties, each of which shaped China’s cultural, political, and social development in profound ways. The Qin Dynasty, under the leadership of Emperor Qin Shi Huang, is known for unifying China and initiating monumental infrastructure projects such as the Great Wall and the Terracotta Army. The Han Dynasty, a golden age in Chinese history, expanded China’s borders, solidified Confucian ideals, and fostered the flourishing of trade along the Silk Road. Finally, the Tang Dynasty, often regarded as the most prosperous period in China’s imperial history, saw significant advancements in arts, culture, and governance. 
  In the Qin Dynasty, China was unified for the first time under a single ruler, marking the beginning of imperial rule. Emperor Qin’s centralization of power, creation of a standardized legal system, and the construction of defensive walls set the stage for the future of Chinese civilization. Although short-lived, the Qin Dynasty’s impact on Chinese governance and infrastructure would echo through the centuries.  
  Meanwhile, the Han Dynasty succeeded the Qin, ushering in an era of stability, economic prosperity, and cultural development. The Han established a strong bureaucracy and military, advanced in science and technology, and integrated Confucianism as the official philosophy, influencing Chinese society for over two millennia. 
  The Tang Dynasty, which followed the collapse of the Sui Dynasty, is celebrated for its cultural achievements, including the flourishing of poetry, painting, and literature. The Tang Empire expanded China's territory to its greatest extent, and its cosmopolitan capital, Chang'an, became a vibrant hub for international trade and cultural exchange.

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  Upcycling Furniture & Home Decor...

  Judy Rom

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  Breathe new life into old furniture and thrift store finds 
   
   
   
  Upcycling Furniture For Dummies shows you how to revitalize old furniture, with just a little effort and imagination, and maybe a few coats of fresh paint. Upcycling furniture is affordable, good for the environment, and a whole lot of fun! This easy, step-by-step guide shows you how to get creative and put your own unique flair on your designs. You'll gain the knowledge and confidence you need to select items that are worth transforming or restoring and learn specific techniques to give old pieces a new lease on life. 
   
   
   
  ● Learn the process of upcycling dressers, tables, chairs, and other furniture 
   
   
   
  ● Enjoy the fun of sourcing items and increasing their value with your creativity! 
   
   
   
  ● Update your décor with gorgeous, upcycled furniture 
   
   
   
  ● Express yourself and find out how to flip your creations for a profit! 
   
   
   
  This Dummies reference is great for anyone with an interest in turning trash into treasure.

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  Yes I Can Say That - When They...

  Anônimo

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  ""No one makes me laugh harder than Judy Gold. If I had to pick one comedian to write a book about free speech, it would be Judy."" – Amy Schumer 
  From award-winning comedian Judy Gold, an equal parts thoughtful and hilarious polemic on the current efforts to censor comedians, arguing that they undermine the art—and purpose—of comedy itself. 
  “You can say anything that comes to mind as long as it is funny.” — Richard Pryor 
  The fallout after Michelle Wolf’s roast at the 2018 White House Correspondent’s Dinner, Samantha Bee’s forced apology after calling Ivanka Trump a “feckless c*nt,” Kathy Griffin’s being “blacklisted” from Hollywood after posting a photo with what looked like the president’s severed head, all represent a dangerous and growing trend—to censor comedians. 
  In Yes I Can Say That, comedy veteran Judy Gold argues that ""no one has the right to tell comics what they can or cannot joke about…. Laughter is a unifier. It's the best medicine. It's also the most palatable way to bring up seditious, subversive topics.” For Gold, nothing is more insidious than enforcing silence and repressing jokes—the job of a comedian is to expose society's demons, and confront them head-on, no prisoners allowed. In ten impassioned polemics, she frames comedy as a tool of empowerment, a way to reclaim hateful rhetoric and battle the democracy-crushing plight of censorship. 
  Uninhibited and bold, Gold is as skilled at making readers laugh as she is at exposing uncomfortable truths about our culture and society. In this era of partisan politics and gaping inequalities, Yes I Can Say That is the refreshingly candid, wickedly funny and deliciously blunt manifesto we need. 

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  Slöjd - The Swedish art of wood...

  Kerstin Neumüller

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  A book for anyone who craves making something with their hands.
  Slöjd is Swedish for handicrafts. But it's so much more than making things with your hands. In Sweden, slöjd is a compulsory subject taught to all schoolchildren. From a young age, they work with textiles and wood not only to develop their creativity, but also to learn fine motor skills and problem solving – often leading to a lifelong love and appreciation of crafts.
  In her new book, Kerstin Neumüller introduces the concept of slöjd through 18 wood and textile projects. Here's everything from learning how to sew a cap, dye yarn with birch leaves, carve a peg rail, sew a patchwork quilt and mend your jeans.
  The projects rarely require any big purchases or unusual tools, and you will be guided with clear step-by-step instructions, pictures and illustrations. With the attitude 'if you think it's good, it's good', Kerstin leaves a lot of room for your own creativity to flourish, while she also helps you avoid the worst pitfalls.
  This book is suitable both for beginners itching to get started and for those who already know that handicrafts are the most enjoyable hobby you can have!

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  The Universe in Verse - 15...

  Maria Popova

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  In this audiobook Maria Popova, creator of The Marginalian, presents a celebration of the human search for truth and beauty through the lenses of science and poetry. Poetry and science, as Popova writes in her introduction, "are instruments for knowing the world more intimately and loving it more deeply." In 15 short essays on subjects ranging from the mystery of dark matter and the infinity of pi to the resilience of trees and the intelligence of octopuses, Popova tells the stories of scientific searching and discovery. These stories are interwoven with details from the very real and human lives of scientists—many of them women, many underrecognized—and poets inspired by the same questions and the beauty they reveal. Each essay is paired with a poem reflecting its subject by poets ranging from Emily Dickinson, W. H. Auden, and Edna St. Vincent Millay to Maya Angelou, Diane Ackerman, and Tracy K. Smith. Together, they wake us to a "reality aglow with wonder."

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  100 Ways to Declutter Your Home

  Fiona Ferris

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  You know the how-to behind decluttering your home. It's easy! What's not so easy is getting into the right mindset where you are happy to let go of things you know are not adding to your life. Why is it so hard? The secret is finding the right message to make everything click in your mind, and you will discover this in 100 Ways to Declutter Your Home. 
  In this book are one-hundred tips and ideas on finding your click; that place where decluttering, simplifying and streamlining becomes effortless, and a fun game. 
  Don't make things difficult for yourself - upgrade your mindset in a few hours by listening to this book! 
  Find out:How to get started when you don't know where to beginEasy ways to approach decluttering when other books have failed youThe miracle of improved relationships through the act of declutteringHow to live your best life, trulyWhat you will gain when you remove the excess from your home 
  Life gets better instantly when you take control of your environment. 
  Learn how decluttering:Leads you to your ultimate self-discoveryMakes you richerMakes you happierMakes you more appealing to others, even if they never step inside your homeIs the key to your self-transformation 
  And the key benefits in this book are the underlying aspects of fun, ease, play and joy. Nothing is ever achieved by deprivation or boring charts. Ignite your fanciful side as well as your practical efforts, and see how easy it is to simplify your home and keep it that way.

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