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  Animal Crossing

  Kelsey Lewin

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  Before the world of Animal Crossing became a pandemic lifeline for millions, the "social sim" communication game Dо̄butsu no Mori, or "Animal Forest," debuted in 2001 on Nintendo 64 in Japan, then once again in 2002 on GameCube to critical and commercial success all over the world. 
   
   
    
  An open-ended casual game ahead of its time, Animal Crossing set the stage for the series's many incarnations to come with its focus on building community and friendship, its in-game currency of Bells, and its village of Animalese-speaking friends like Tom Nook, K. K. Slider, and the mean Mr. Resetti. You could visit the villages of your friends and give them gifts—all without being connected to the internet. 
   
   
    
  Video game preservationist and historian Kelsey Lewin tells the story of how a mundane-sounding game full of bug-catching, letter-writing, and furniture-collecting became one of Nintendo's best-loved franchises, with Animal Crossing: New Horizons eclipsing Super Mario Bros. for all-time sales in Japan, unlocking gaming's massive potential to tap into our desire to plant trees, find friends, and make the world a better place.

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  Avengers The - The Ultimate...

  Trivia Hub

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  THE AVENGERS 
  THE ULTIMATE TRIVIA AND CURIOUS FACTS COLLECTION 
    
  CREATED BY TRIVIA HUB 
    
  The Avengers are a team of fictional superheroes in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), founded by Nick Fury of S.H.I.E.L.D.. The original team consisted of Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, Hulk, Black Widow, and Hawkeye. The Avengers' purpose is to defend Earth from global threats and have operated primarily in New York. They were assembled for the first time in 2012 during the Battle of New York. Over time, the team expanded to include 16 members. They faced numerous threats, including Loki, Ultron, and Thanos. The Avengers were central to the MCU’s first 23 films, known as the Infinity Saga, and they appear in alternate universes throughout the Multiverse Saga. 
    
  CURIOUS FACT SAMPLES: 
    
  The Avengers team was founded by Nick Fury in 2012 and is based on the Marvel Comics team created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby in 1963. The team is primarily composed of superpowered and gifted individuals committed to protecting Earth from various global threats.  
    
  The Avengers are considered central to the MCU's first 23 films, known as the Infinity Saga. A new version of the Avengers is set to appear in Avengers: Doomsday (2026) and Avengers: Secret Wars (2027), which will conclude the Multiverse Saga.  
    
  The Avengers' first assembly occurred during the Battle of New York in 2012, when Loki invaded Earth using the Tesseract. The original team consisted of Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, Hulk, Black Widow, and Hawkeye.  
    
  The Avengers Initiative was conceived by Nick Fury in 1995 after the appearance of Carol Danvers. Fury named the initiative after Danvers' U.S. Air Force callsign, "Avenger".

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  Delhi Sultanate - Muslim...

  Rolf Hedger

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  The Delhi Sultanate was a defining era in Indian history, marking the establishment of Muslim rule in northern India. Its rise was shaped by a series of invasions, strategic conquests, and the formation of a centralized administration. The foundation of the Sultanate can be traced back to the late 12th century when Muslim forces, primarily from Central Asia, began making inroads into the Indian subcontinent. These incursions set the stage for a new political order that would influence the region for centuries. 
  One of the earliest significant Muslim invasions was led by Mahmud of Ghazni in the 11th century. Although he did not establish permanent rule, his raids weakened Indian kingdoms and demonstrated the vulnerability of the region. However, it was Muhammad Ghori in the late 12th century who laid the groundwork for the Delhi Sultanate. Unlike Mahmud, Ghori aimed for long-term control rather than mere plundering. His victory over Prithviraj Chauhan at the Second Battle of Tarain in 1192 was a turning point, allowing Muslim forces to establish a foothold in northern India. 
  Following Ghori’s assassination in 1206, his general, Qutb al-Din Aibak, took control of his Indian territories and proclaimed himself the first Sultan of Delhi. Aibak, originally a slave who rose through the ranks, became the founder of the Mamluk or Slave Dynasty. He consolidated his rule by strengthening administrative structures and commissioning architectural marvels like the Qutb Minar, which symbolized the establishment of Muslim rule. However, his reign was short-lived, and his successor, Iltutmish, played a more crucial role in shaping the Delhi Sultanate into a powerful and stable empire.

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  Edible Wild Plants Volume 2 -...

  PhD Kallas

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  This second volume of Edible Wild Plants adds 18 additional plants, their relatives, and look-a-likes, in 15 plant chapters, to the overall collection of plants covered between the two volumes in The Wild Food Adventure Series. This book makes it delightfully exciting to learn about and experiment with known wild foods that will be useful to all, from beginners to advanced foragers. This book features plants in five flavor categories?foundation, tart, pungent or peppery, bitter, and distinctive & sweet. Organizing this way helps readers use the plants in pleasing and predictable ways. Imagine frequently including cattail, nettles, pokeweed, marsh mallow, daylily, wild radish, and everlasting pea in your meal planning knowing that you acquired these plants from your own foraging adventures. There is also a section devoted to identifying and knowing poison hemlock, often confused with wild carrot in certain stages of development. John Kallas and his Wild Food Adventure book series are here to help you learn quickly, process intelligently, and genuinely enjoy what you are eating.

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  The Minotaur at Calle Lanza

  Zito Madu

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  A "hauntingly effective" surrealist travel memoir about the mysterious transformations that may lurk inside us all (Library Journal, starred review). 
   
   
   
  Venice, 2020. As a pandemic rages across the globe, Zito Madu finds himself in a nearly deserted city, its walls and basilicas humming with strange magic. As he wanders a haunted landscape, we see him twist further into his own past: his family's difficult immigration from Nigeria to Detroit, his troubled relationship with his father, the sporadic joys of daily life and solitude, his experiences with migration, poverty, foreignness, racism, and his own rage and regret. But as it is with all labyrinths, after finding its center, will he come away unscathed, or will he transform into the gripping, fantastical monstrousness that's out to consume him whole? 
   
   
   
  With nods to Italo Calvino and Jorge Luis Borges, this surrealist debut memoir takes us into the labyrinth of memory and the monsters lurking there.

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  Cat Training Mastery - The...

  Phoenix Reyes

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  Cats are mysterious, graceful creatures that have shared our homes and hearts for thousands of years. Yet, despite their close proximity, they often remain enigmatic to many of their human companions. Understanding your cat is not just about knowing their habits—it's about connecting with them on a deeper level by interpreting their unique personalities, behaviors, and subtle communication cues. 
  At first glance, a cat might seem aloof or independent, especially when compared to dogs. But this perceived distance is often misunderstood. Cats are incredibly social in their own way—they simply express affection, trust, and interest differently. For example, a cat that follows you from room to room, gently headbutts you, or slowly blinks in your direction is likely showing signs of attachment and comfort. These small behaviors are windows into your cat’s emotional world. 
  Body language is a vital tool in understanding what your cat is trying to communicate. A relaxed posture, with ears pointed forward and tail held high, generally means your cat is content and confident. On the other hand, a puffed-up tail, flattened ears, and dilated pupils may signal fear or overstimulation. Understanding these signs can help you respond to your cat’s needs and create a more harmonious home environment.

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