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  Travelling to Every Country in...

  Juha Suoniemi

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  Why are some countries rich while others remain poor? Which social and economic systems thrive, and which falter? How has colonialism shaped the developing world? Are the disparities between different groups rooted in systemic racism or inter-group differences? What is the true story of slavery? 
  These are among the profound questions Juha Suoniemi tackles as he guides you on an enlightening journey through every independent country in the world. Suoniemi reveals that not all cultures or social systems are created equal. He demonstrates how Western institutions have repeatedly proven their effectiveness globally, with free market capitalism emerging as the essential ingredient for prosperous societies, while socialism repeatedly leads to their downfall. 
  The book covers each of the world’s 197 independent countries in individual chapters. It includes travel stories from 2005 to 2023, blending personal experiences with the political and economic history of the countries.

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  Greenhouse - Management and...

  Maria Garrets

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  Greenhouse gardening offers numerous benefits beyond extending the growing season. It provides a controlled environment that protects plants from pests, diseases, and extreme weather conditions, creating an ideal microclimate for optimal growth. With precise control over temperature, humidity, and light levels, gardeners can cultivate a wide range of plants that might not thrive in their local climate otherwise. Greenhouses also allow for efficient use of space, enabling vertical gardening, hydroponic systems, and other innovative cultivation techniques. Additionally, greenhouse gardening promotes sustainability by reducing water consumption, minimizing the need for chemical pesticides, and enabling year-round production of fresh, locally grown produce.

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  Shahid Bhagat Singh

  Anil

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  Bhagat Singh was a legend person. He had liberated the country with his greatness, he was a true patriot, he gave his life for the country, because of him today we are living in freedom.

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  Realistic Painting with Alcohol...

  Laurie Williams, Sheryl Williams

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  A follow up to their extensive and introductory painting book, Alcohol Ink Guide, which teaches all the beginning techniques for those exploring alcohol ink, artists and instructors Laurie Williams and Sherry Williams return with this instructional resource for creating truly realistic art using this versatile medium. Learn and master the four main alcohol ink painting techniques that include blending, masking, creating a barrier layer, and painting on both sides. From there, tutorials are provided for painting skin tones, fur, stones, rocks, and water, botanical effects, trees, and animals. Also included are 10 realism projects to practice and put together the skills learned into stunning works of art. The authors have years of experience working with alcohol inks, mastering the brushes, blenders, masking, control, and layering that enables artists to create magnificent realistic art, from portraits to landscapes, still lives to photo realism.

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  Tutankhamen's Curse - The Legend...

  John Harpoon

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  The discovery of Tutankhamen's tomb in 1922 remains one of the most significant archaeological events in history, but it also brought with it a mysterious and terrifying legend—the Curse of the Pharaoh. For centuries, the tomb of the young Egyptian king, who ruled during the 18th dynasty, lay hidden beneath the sands of the Valley of the Kings. It wasn’t until British archaeologist Howard Carter and his financial backer, Lord Carnarvon, unearthed the tomb that the world was introduced to the wonder and mystique surrounding King Tutankhamen’s final resting place. 
  Tutankhamen, who ascended to the throne as a child, died young under uncertain circumstances, leaving behind a legacy that has fascinated historians, archaeologists, and the public alike. His tomb, filled with precious artifacts, murals, and the famous golden mask, was unlike anything ever discovered in ancient Egyptian tombs. Yet, the treasures would be overshadowed by an eerie series of deaths, leading many to believe in a curse linked to the tomb. 
  The first death tied to the curse was that of Lord Carnarvon, who financed the excavation. His sudden death just months after entering the tomb in 1923 shocked the world, and rumors of a deadly curse spread rapidly. Over the next few years, several individuals connected to the tomb’s discovery met untimely and mysterious deaths, fueling the belief that the wrath of Tutankhamen had been unleashed upon those who dared to disturb his resting place.

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  Make Your Own Zoo: 35 projects...

  Tracey Radford

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  Discover a COLOURFUL menagerie of CUTE cardboard animals, all of which can EASILY be crafted by REPURPOSING and RECYCLING the cardboard and egg boxes you have in your bin!
  
  Transform everyday items you might otherwise throw away into fun, imaginative projects for kids. With clear, step-by-step instructions and helpful tips throughout, this eco-friendly crafting book is perfect for sparking creativity while teaching kids about recycling and the wonders of nature.
  
  The animals are organised by five distinct habitats, providing an educational experience as children craft. In the Safari, cardboard tubes become a pride of lions, alongside a zebra, giraffe, rhino and flamingo. Then, explore the Jungle, with playful chimpanzees and orangutans.
  
  In the Snow, a delightful family of penguins made of egg cartons awaits, along with a seal, walrus and polar bear. The Aviary is home to chattering parrots, lovebirds and even a bald eagle. Finally, dive into the Aquarium, where manta rays, stingrays, dolphins, jellyfish and octopuses come to life.
  
  Children can also create enclosures and scenery for their animals, from trees and rocks to icebergs, grass and flowers – transforming their cardboard zoo into a complete, imaginative world.

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