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  The Life Cycle - 8000 Miles in...

  Kate Rawles

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  One woman's journey through South America - and the devastating story of our planet's disappearing biodiversity 
   
  Pedalling hard for thirteen months, eco adventurer Kate Rawles cycled the length of the Andes on an eccentric bicycle she built herself. The Life Cycle charts her mission to find out why biodiversity is so important, what's happening to it, and what can be done to protect it. 
   
  From the Pacific Ocean to rainforests and salt flats, Kate learns that armadillos can cross rivers by holding their breath, that Colombia has more species of birds than North America and Europe combined, and that in threatening species and ecosystems, we're tearing down our own life support system. En route, she witnesses the devastation of goldmining and oil drilling but finds hope in the incredible people working to regenerate habitats and communities. As she reaches the 'end of the world', she realises that to tackle biodiversity loss we all have a role to play. 
  'A gripping read for anyone who cares about what we're doing to the planet and how we can change it' DAVID SHUKMAN, FORMER BBC NEWS SCIENCE EDITOR 
   
  'Searing observations focused on our need to protect biodiversity - A tour de force' SIR TIM SMIT OBE, CO-FOUNDER OF THE EDEN PROJECT 
   
  'An informative, uplifting and truly important book' JONATHON PORRITT, AUTHOR AND CAMPAIGNER

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  The Acting Leader

  Sherif Khaled

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  At the heart of the fire, where noise fades and the value of decision rises, the leader does not stand apart… he stands on the front line. 
  This book takes you inside the moment of real action, where the fire commander grips the hose as firmly as he grips control of the scene—supporting his team not through orders alone, but through presence, experience, and example. 
  This is not leadership from behind a desk. 
   It is leadership that knows when to advance, when to hold the line, and how to turn chaos into coordinated action and danger into a calculated mission. 
  You will discover how trust is built in the midst of smoke, how collective strength is directed in the harshest environments, and how a leader becomes part of the solution rather than a distant observer. 
  This is not just a book about firefighting. 
   It is a book about leadership—when action becomes a necessity, not a choice.

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  Range Rover Specification Guide...

  James Taylor

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  This book is designed to give guidance on the original, ex-factory specifications of the first-generation Range Rovers built between 1970 and 1996. Sometimes known as Range Rover Classics (although the only ones properly so called were built after autumn 1994), these models laid the foundations for the following generations of Land Rover's world-acclaimed Range Rover. Many of these early Range Rovers fell on hard times as they passed on to third, fourth and subsequent owners. Many were butchered beyond recognition when converted into off-road playthings. But now, more than a quarter of a century since the last examples were built, it is no surprise that enthusiasts have begun to restore examples to their original condition. This has created a demand for accurate information about what that original condition actually was. James Taylor has trawled painstakingly through original documents and examined original vehicles to put together all the known facts in one place. This guide will be essential reading for everyone with an interest in restoring or running one of these iconic models that became the foundation of today's Land Rover marque.

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  The Art of Permaculture -...

  Gertrude Harris

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  Permaculture is more than just a gardening method; it is a holistic design system that seeks to mimic the natural world to create sustainable, resilient, and productive environments. At its core, permaculture is grounded in principles that prioritize ecological balance, efficient use of resources, and long-term sustainability. It offers an alternative approach to conventional agriculture and landscaping by encouraging the creation of self-sustaining ecosystems that require minimal input from external resources. 
  The term "permaculture" is derived from a combination of “permanent” and “agriculture,” though it has since evolved to encompass more than just agricultural practices. Permaculture is a design philosophy that aims to create systems that are not only ecologically sound but also socially and economically sustainable. It is a system of ethics and principles that can be applied to all areas of life, from food production and energy systems to community building and even urban planning. 
  One of the key tenets of permaculture is the concept of working with nature rather than against it. This means observing the natural systems around us—how water flows, how plants interact with each other, and how animals move within their environment—and designing systems that work in harmony with these natural patterns. By doing so, permaculture seeks to reduce waste, lower energy consumption, and minimize human impact on the planet.

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  The Italian Soul - How to Savor...

  Judith Valente

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  The Italian Soul is a pilgrimage of the heart, a journey toward change that will allow its readers to approach life with a more contemplative stance and recreate a sense of la dolce vita—the sweet life—wherever they might be.  The Italian Soul offers practical guidance into how we can transport a taste of the Italian “good life” into our own homes. Additionally, it explores the contemplative practices and attitudes that seem to come naturally to a people who have made an art of living and working joyfully. A cross between a travel dispatch and a spirituality guide for seekers who eschew traditional religious practices but are yearning for ways to bring more balance, sanity, and a greater sense of the transcendent into their daily lives.   Written by veteran journalist Judith Valente, who has lived and traveled extensively in Italy, The Italian Soul shares personal stories and insights into the Italian way of life, focusing on the attitudes, traditions, and practices that make the people of Italy role models for experiencing delight amid the demands and distractions of ordinary living. Readers will feel as though they are walking along, peering into windows, glimpsing activities as they unfold.  The Italian Soul is a book for lovers of Italy, those considering visiting Italy for the first time, and anyone who is interested in learning more about the art of living joyfully.  The Italian Soul will share how Italians:  Have a deep appreciation for quality and aesthetics   Value slowness and savor the little moments in life  Show a strong sense of community and make room for leisure and personal care  Honor their dead and have a deep respect for tradition  Find beauty in the everyday and are able to laugh at themselves The Italian Soul is a book that will change the way you look at life. It is a book that will inspire you to live more joyfully and to savor the simple things.

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  Praisesong for the Kitchen...

  Crystal Wilkinson

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  Years ago, when O. Henry Prize-winning writer Crystal Wilkinson was baking a jam cake, she felt her late grandmother's presence. She soon realized that she was not the only cook in her kitchen; there were her ancestors, too, stirring, measuring, and braising alongside her. These are her kitchen ghosts, five generations of Black women who settled in Appalachia and made a life, a legacy, and a cuisine. 
   
   
   
  An expert cook, Wilkinson shares nearly forty family recipes rooted deep in the past, full of flavor—delicious favorites, including Corn Pudding, Chicken and Dumplings, Granny Christine's Jam Cake, and Praisesong Biscuits. Together, Praisesong for the Kitchen Ghosts honors the mothers who came before, the land that provided for generations of her family, and the untold heritage of Black Appalachia. 
   
   
   
  As the keeper of her family's stories and treasured dishes, Wilkinson shares her inheritance in Praisesong for the Kitchen Ghosts. She found their stories in her apron pockets, floating inside the steam of hot mustard greens, and tucked into the sweet scent of clove and cinnamon in her kitchen. Part memoir, part cookbook, Praisesong for the Kitchen Ghosts weaves those stories together with recipes and a lyrical imagination to present a culinary portrait of a family that has lived and worked the earth of the mountains for over a century.

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