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  Beer - A Global Journey through...

  John W. Arthur

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  Beer is and has always been more than an intoxicating beverage. Its invention 13,000 years ago was one of the fundamental motivations for the domestication of grains around the world. In early states, the control over the technological knowledge and resources to produce beer contributed to social hierarchies. Beer even likely provided the capital to motivate laborers to construct the ancient pyramids and other large-scale public works. Beer is a social lubricant that brings people together and, in many Indigenous societies both past and present, is a gift connecting people to their ancestors. The same innovations pioneered by ancient brewers are transforming the types of ingredients and flavors produced by the global craft beer industry. 
   
   
   
  In Beer, archaeologist John W. Arthur takes listeners on an exciting global journey to explore the origins, development, and recipes of ancient beer. This unique book focuses on past and present non-industrial beers, highlighting their significance in peoples' lives through four themes: innovating new technologies, ensuring health and well-being, building economic and political statuses, and imbuing life with ritual and religious connections. As this book amply illustrates, beer has shaped our world in remarkable ways for the past 13,000 years.

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  The Pine Barrens

  John McPhee

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  Most people think of New Jersey as a suburban-industrial corridor that runs between New York and Philadelphia. Yet in the low center of the state is a near wilderness, larger than most national parks, which has been known since the seventeenth century as the Pine Barrens. 
   
   
   
  The term refers to the predominant trees in the vast forests that cover the area and to the quality of the soils below, which are too sandy and acid to be good for farming. On all sides, however, developments of one kind or another have gradually moved in, so that now the central and integral forest is reduced to about a thousand square miles. Although New Jersey has the heaviest population density of any state, huge segments of the Pine Barrens remain uninhabited. The few people who dwell in the region, the "Pineys," are little known and often misunderstood. Here McPhee uses his uncanny skills as a journalist to explore the history of the region and describe the people—and their distinctive folklore—who call it home.

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  Dog is Love Bundle 2 in 1 Bundle

  Rich Maskey, Sherman Tomsen

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  Dog is Love Bundle, 2 in 1 Bundle: Family Dog and Adopting a DogI'm sure no explanation is needed on why you should get yourself a dog. There are many cliches surrounding the benefits of having a dog but the reason they may sound cliches already is because they're all really true! One cannot emphasize enough the life-enhancing benefits of owning a dog. Dogs are not only the perfect companions for us but they actually bring a lot of great health benefits as well. They lower stress and can bring an immense amount of happiness. Most people would immediately think of buying a dog but maybe you can look into adopting one instead. When you are planning to adopt a dog, there are some very important points to keep in mind to make sure that you are delighted with your new dog.But as a dog-owner, you should know the proper way of caring for your dog. It's not all about playing catch with them. This bundle will teach you everything you need to know about owning a dog and taking care of one. You will also learn everything you need to consider when adopting a dog. Learn everything you need to know and prepare so that everything will run smoothly when you bring your dog home. This 2 in 1 bundle includes the following audiobooks:1. Family Dog: The Ultimate Guide On Caring For Your Family Dog, Learn The Essentials and Useful Tips You Need to Take Perfect Care Of Your Dog2. Adopting a Dog: Get All the Tips and Tricks You Should Know Before Adopting a DogIf you want to learn more, download your copy of Dog is Love 2 in 1 Bundle today!

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  Dear Bill Bryson - Footnotes...

  Ben Aitken

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  FROM THE AUTHOR OF THE ACCLAIMED THE GRAN TOUR AND THE MARMALADE DIARIES
  
  
  An irreverent homage to the '95 travel classic.
  
  'It would be wrong to view this book as just a highly accomplished homage to a personal hero. Aitken's politics, as much as his humour, are firmly in the spotlight, and Dear Bill Bryson achieves more than its title (possibly even its author) intended.' Manchester Review
  
  
  In 2013, travel writer Ben Aitken decided to follow in the footsteps of his hero - literally - and started a journey around the UK, tracing the trip taken by Bill Bryson in his classic tribute to the British Isles, Notes from a Small Island.
  
  
  Staying at the same hotels, ordering the same food, and even spending the same amount of time in the bath, Aitken's homage - updated and with a new preface for 2022 - is filled with wit, insight and humour.

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  Egyptian Hieratic and Demotic...

  Omar Khalil

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  The writing systems of ancient Egypt are among the most fascinating and intricate aspects of the civilization’s rich cultural heritage. These scripts not only served as practical tools for administration and communication but also held immense symbolic and ritual significance. The evolution of Egyptian scripts reflects the social, political, and religious transformations that took place throughout the millennia of Egyptian history. 
  Egyptian writing developed as a means of recording religious texts, administrative documents, literary works, and personal correspondence. Among the earliest and most iconic forms of writing is the hieroglyphic script, characterized by its detailed pictorial symbols. While hieroglyphs are often associated with monumental inscriptions and sacred texts, they were not the only writing system employed by the ancient Egyptians. As the civilization advanced, the need for more practical and expedient writing methods became apparent, giving rise to the development of cursive scripts. 
  Hieratic script emerged as a more fluid and practical adaptation of hieroglyphs, primarily used for religious texts, administrative records, and personal documents. Unlike the elaborate and artistic nature of hieroglyphs, hieratic writing was simplified, making it faster to write and more suited for daily use. Its cursive nature allowed scribes to quickly document information on papyrus, ostraca, and other media. Despite its practicality, hieratic remained closely tied to its hieroglyphic origins, preserving many of the same signs and structures.

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  Midwest Home Landscaping...

  Roger Holmes, Rita Buchanan

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  An updated edition within the Creative Homeowner's award-winning, best-selling series of regional home landscaping books, Midwest Home Landscaping, Including South-Central Canada, 4th Edition will show you how to beautifully enhance 23 common landscaping situations specifically for the Midwest region. From front and back entries to walkways, borders, slopes, and patios, each situation is presented with a variation for a total of 46 inspiring landscape designs. In addition, detailed descriptions of more than 200 native plants are provided, as well as explanations how to install and care for the plants, ponds, walls, and fences involved in the landscape designs. Drought-resistant plants that are proven performers in the Midwest region are used in the designs and described in full detail, and step-by-step instructions provide the essential knowledge to tackle each project. New to this edition is a new section on the importance of native plants, including the difference between organic and naturally grown plants, updated information on permaculture, the impact of climate change on the Midwest region, a new section on integrated plant management to detect diseases, insect infestation, improper planting procedures, and organic insecticide, and so much more!

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