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  The Man Who Made Plants Write

  Jagadish Chandra Bose

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  In The Man Who Made Plants Write, internationally renowned poet and critic Sumana Roy translates Jagadish Chandra Bose's revolutionary writings on the environment. 
  Bose (1858-1937), a scientist and polymath, devoted much of his time to presenting a sophisticated vision of plant communication. He suggested that trees had an 'unvoiced life', their own idiom as it were, a way of responding to each other and to the world around, which could be recorded as a 'script' with a crescograph. In his essay collection Abyakta - 'The Unsaid' - Bose implored his readers to tune into the 'airborne sounds' these beings emitted and to the 'endless music sung everywhere'. 
  More than a hundred years after Abyakta's publication, Sumana Roy, in a translation that is nuanced, tender and rich in lyricism, brings to readers Bose's legacy - his body of work engaging with the natural world's innate intelligence. His views, dismissed as idiosyncratic and unscientific when he was alive, have only gained in significance over time, as climate experts call for a plant-sentience-led approach to conservation. By provocatively challenging a hierarchy of living beings where flora and fauna get relegated to the bottom, and by reminding us of the need to approach the issue of sustainability through the lens of compassion, Bose's work remains relevant, urgent and, in many ways, prophetic.

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  The True Tails of Baker and...

  Lisa Rogak, Jan Louch

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  The memoir of small-town librarian Jan Louch, whose pair of Scottish Fold cats became the mascots of the company Baker & Taylor--and beloved by librarians and readers nationwide. It all started when Jan Louch, assistant librarian at the Douglas County Public Library in Carson Valley, Nevada, and a coworker acquired two Scottish Fold cats to keep mice away from the town's new library. Jan called the cats Baker and Taylor because the names fit the felines' mild temperaments, and because she dealt with the book distribution company on a daily basis. When Jan agreed to let the company photograph the cats for a poster, she couldn't know that they would go on to become the most famous library cats in the world. It was enough for Jan that everyone who visited the library fell in love with the cats. But then the poster became a hit. Children from across the country wrote letters, which Jan answered for Baker and Taylor, and fans traveled from far and wide to see Baker holding court at the circulation desk and Taylor in his unusual sitting-Buddha pose. In this charming memoir, Jan celebrates these wonderful cats and the people--readers, cat-lovers, and many others--that came together around them.

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  Fashion Hacks Bundle 2 in 1 Bundle

  Diane Hall, Fran Douglass

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  Fashion Hacks Bundle, 2 in 1 Bundle: Dress Codes and Learning About Fashion FadsMany people, especially women, love stylish and fashionable clothing. However, keeping up with all the fashion trends can be a highly costly endeavor. This is mainly because the most fashionable pieces of clothing are often the most expensive ones. Moreover, fashion trends tend to change very quickly. Fashion fad is increasingly becoming popular in the fashion industry. Yes, fads come and go, but the essence of these fashion fads shall remain. Over the years, people have been strongly attached to the things that they are interested in and love to look a certain way. Because of this, many people spend great amounts of money on their outfits.If you want to learn how to dress yourself well without spending a lot of money, this bundle can be a big help for you. You will learn how to build your wardrobe and get the best fashionable items without spending too much. It will teach you how to be fashionable for less! It will also teach you about fashion fads and trends. You will learn how fashion can affect your life and how it can make you feel powerful.This 2 in 1 bundle will include the following audiobooks:1. Dress Codes: Learn Solid Fashion Tips that Will Teach You How to Dress and Style Yourself Without Breaking the Bank!2. Learning About Fashion Fads: Discover the Latest Fashion Fads and Trends That Are Both Timeless and UniqueIf you want to learn more, download your copy of Fashion Hacks 2 in 1 bundle today!

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  Buying Happiness

  William Dawson

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  "Buying Happiness" by William Dawson examines the complex relationship between material wealth and personal fulfillment. Dawson challenges the notion that money alone can bring happiness, exploring how intentional spending and aligning purchases with core values can enhance well-being. He delves into psychological insights, revealing the emotional impact of consumer choices and the importance of prioritizing experiences over possessions. Through engaging anecdotes and research-backed analysis, Dawson offers practical strategies for achieving lasting satisfaction. The book encourages readers to rethink their approach to money, advocating for mindful consumption and purposeful living. A thought-provoking guide to finding joy beyond materialism.

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  Rhinestones on My Flip-Flops -...

  Jane Jenkins Herlong

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  *Gold Indie Winner, Silver Medalist in the Illumination Awards, and Selah FinalistRhinestones On My Flip Flops offers the message Jane lives by: prove people wrong and laugh while living your dreams.Has your life ever flipped? The challenge is to not become a flop! Strap on your sandals and let Rhinestones On My Flip Flops deliver joy and laughter in the midst of everyday mess-ups.Professional Southern humorist and award-winning author Jane Jenkins Herlong uses humor, wisdom, and life stories from iconic biblical women to guide you through the inevitable blunders of life. Learn from the flip-flops of Deceived Eve, Domestic Diva Martha and Whiny Naomi. Laugh and be inspired by honest (ouch) stories delivered with Jane's sparkling sense of humor. Add in some "rhinestoned" advice from modern Women of Wisdom (WOW). And you will learn how to keep the sparkle and shine on your God-given talents even as you experience life's inevitable flops!

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  Mull and Iona - Highways and Byways

  Peter MacNab

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  The fairest of the inner Hebridean islands and Scotland's great centre of celtic Christianity.
  Both Mull and Iona are now easily accessible even for day visitors from the mainland, and no parts of Scotland will give more joy to the traveller. Iona, made famous by Columba, founder of Celtic Christianity, represents a spiritual experience rare enough in the world today. The colourful front of Tobermory will welcome you to Mull, an island with fascinating geology to discover amongst the beautiful surroundings of Ben More and the nearby Fingal's Cave.

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