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  Jura Wine

  Wink Lorch

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  Jura Wine with local food and travel tips is the ultimate insiders’ guide to this tiny wine region in eastern France. The book uncovers the mystery and of the Jura region and its myriad wine styles, which have caught the imagination of wine lovers worldwide. Author Wink Lorch includes insight into the region’s history and culture, unravels the complications of its appellations, terroir and wine styles, and shares often untold stories of over 90 wine producers from the smallest to the largest. Local food and travel tips are a bonus.Foreword by Raymond Blanc. Illustrated with more than 200 colour photographs, detailed maps and diagrams. Wink Lorch has been a writer and educator on wine for many years, and her books appeal to wine professionals and wine lovers alike. Living partly in the French Alps, only a couple of hours from the Jura region, she has written about the region’s wine, food and tourism for many international magazines and books.Winner of the André Simon Best Drinks Book Prize 2014, Jura Wine was described by Eric Asimov of the New York Times as ‘A complete yet concise, politely opinionated guide to this region and its captivating wines and food’.

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  HowExpert Guide to Rescuing Cats

  HowExpert, Jessica Radcliffe

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  Wherever you live, you have probably seen or heard of cats in need. From stray cats living in your neighborhood to feral cats no one can get near to shelter cats in overcrowded kennels, these cats are in desperate need of help. So, when you decide to get a new cat, look to rescuing. You will accomplish two things – saving a life and making a new forever friend. 
  This book will cover all the important topics you will need when making your rescue with in-depth instructions on how to choose a shelter cat, how to gain a stray cat’s trust, and methods of helping your local feral cat community. 
  You will learn ways to protect your home from destructive claws, how to litter train your new friend, and what to do if bad behavior surfaces. You will also receive instruction on the use of positive reinforcement to help move training along in the right direction. 
  You can expect to have a working knowledge of: 
  - Trap-Neuter-Return Programs 
  - Assisting with the delivery of kittens 
  - Coaxing a rescue off the street 
  - Integrating your pets with your new rescue 
  - Choosing the right veterinarian for your cat’s needs 
  - Fostering 
  - Managing a feral cat community 
  - Saying the inevitable goodbye 
  About the Author 
  Jessica Radcliffe lives in Georgia with her family and their 15 rescue cats. Every day is full of cat antics, and nothing is ever boring. She began her rescue mission in North Carolina with the socialization of one of the kittens born under her neighbor’s house. When she moved to Georgia, there was a large stray cat community in her neighborhood. She continued her rescue efforts, taking in several of these cats, including two pregnant cats, on different occasions. Jessica has been through every possible experience with her cats. 
  HowExpert publishes how to guides on all topics from A to Z by everyday experts.

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  Gondola

  Donna Leon

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  Of all the trademarks of Venice-- and there are many, from the gilded Basilica of San Marco to the melancholy Bridge of Sighs-- none is more ubiquitous than the gondola. The internationally acclaimed "American with the Venetian heart," Donna Leon, tells its fascinating story (The Washington Post). First used in medieval Venice as a deftly maneuverable getaway boat, the gondola evolved over the centuries into a floating pleasure palace, bedecked in silk, that facilitated the romantic escapades of the Venetian elite. Today, the gondola wears black-- a gleaming, elegant hue, and is manned by robust gondolieri in black-and-white-striped shirts and straw hats. A tourist favorite, the gondola has never ceased to be a part of authentic Venice. Each boat' s 280 pieces are carefully fashioned in a maestro' s workshop-- though Leon also recounts a tale of an American friend who attempted to make a gondola all on his own. The feat took five years and countless do-overs. But the gondola is a work of art well worth the labor. And once its arched prow pushes off from the dock, the single Venetian at its oar just might break out in a barcarole, a popular Italian boat song. The best of these songs, as timeless as the allure of the gondola itself, are compiled into an accompanying CD.

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  67 Lateral Thinking Puzzles -...

  Karen J. Bun

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  Can you solve this? 
  A window cleaner is working on the 34th floor of a massive skyscraper. While cleaning the windows, he accidentally falls. In this instance, he is wearing absolutely no safety equipment. He does not have a harness and has nothing to slow or soften his fall. However, despite this, he sustains no injuries whatsoever. How did he manage not to get injured from this terrible fall? 
  Packed full of over 60 different quality lateral thinking puzzles, this book gives you the chance to exercise your brainpower to think laterally and to seek to solve problems by unorthodox or apparently illogical methods. 
  This book is ideal for both adults and children, and can be used in schools, on training courses, as an after-dinner game and as a great way to entertain any small group that likes a mental challenge. To test your wits and free up your imagination, get this book now! 
  Learn to open your mind and think outside the box with these mind-blowing puzzles crafted to enhance your lateral thinking. Unlike the traditional puzzle or riddle, author Karen J. Bun designed these lateral thinking puzzles to help unlock your natural abilities to produce great results so you can provide solutions to all kinds of real-life situations effortlessly. 
  These puzzles will not just provide exceptional fun, they are created to boost your mental speed and enhance your ability to use your imagination to piece clues together no matter how difficult they appear. 
  Challenge Yourself With More Lateral Thinking Puzzles By Clicking the "Buy Now" Button at the Top of the Page.

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  Airbus A320 Special Operations

  Facundo Conforti

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  The maneuvers of an Airbus A320 are extremely simple during normal operations. They may present minimal complexity during abnormal operations, but the aircraft is extremely easy to fly. 
  	On the other hand, there are special operations that require a higher level of attention, and these are not necessarily abnormal operations or emergencies, but rather uncommon operations, such as flights in wind shear, volcanic ash, among others. 
  	In this work, you will learn all the details of each of these special operations, which will take your understanding of A320 flight to the next level.

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  Thai Massage - Ancient Healing...

  Fiona Henderson

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  Thai massage, also known as Nuad Thai or Nuat Thai, has a rich history rooted in ancient traditions. It is believed to have been developed over 2,500 years ago in India by Jivaka Kumar Bhaccha, a contemporary of the Buddha and a revered physician in Buddhist tradition. He is often referred to as the "father of medicine" in Thailand. As Buddhism spread to Thailand, so did the practices and principles of Thai massage. 
  The technique evolved over centuries, integrating influences from traditional Chinese medicine, Ayurvedic practices, and indigenous Thai healing methods. Thai massage is distinct from other forms of massage due to its unique combination of acupressure, Indian Ayurvedic principles, and assisted yoga postures. It is performed on a mat on the floor, and the recipient remains fully clothed during the session. The therapist uses their hands, knees, legs, and feet to move the client into a series of yoga-like stretches, while also applying deep muscle compression, joint mobilization, and acupressure. 
  The Wat Pho temple in Bangkok, a significant center for traditional Thai massage education, houses inscriptions and statues that document these ancient practices. The temple is considered the birthplace of Thai massage as it is known today. In modern times, Thai massage has become popular worldwide, recognized for its holistic approach to healing, which promotes relaxation, reduces stress, and enhances physical and emotional well-being.

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