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  Gardening Without Irrigation: or...

  Steve Solomon

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  Gardening expert Steve Solomon has written extensively on gardening techniques for the home gardener. Water conservation is the focus of this work, along with more information on how to have the healthiest plants in your garden through "fertigation", appropriate plant rotation, and soil preparation. (Summary by Brenda Price)

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  The Countryman Sets Forth Again

  Johnny Scott

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  The Countryman Sets Forth Again is a wonderful compilation of articles covering a range of eclectic rural and countryside subjects. There is something for everyone to discover from the ancient language of field sports to the treasures to be found in old barns; the history of the landscape to dryland husky racing and much more.
  
  Divided into seasonal sections and featuring more than forty-five chapters, many of the articles have appeared in The Field magazine. Here are all aspects of country life described in vivid detail, from the flora and fauna to the folklore. Descriptions of ancient customs feature alongside accounts of pigeon racing and hound trailing; and stories of exotic plant hunters from past centuries. Readers will encounter mad March hares, owls, ravens, bats, pike, eels, and the rare capercaillie. Other subjects include coppicing, ancient trees, hanging game, stoats, terriers and, that perennial British favourite, the weather. The author also takes us back to his childhood with memories of charcoal burners and of harvesting wild food.
  
  Combining his engaging writing, expert insight and immense knowledge, Johnny Scott is a master at celebrating and chronicling the countryside. In this book he continues to convey his wisdom and affection for the magic of nature and rural life.

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  Photometry - Science Sensitivity...

  Arnoud Varens

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  In the vast expanse of the universe, where the night sky reveals countless stars, planets, and galaxies, the pursuit of knowledge knows no bounds. Among the many tools at the disposal of astronomers and astrophysicists, photometry stands as a beacon of precision and insight. This book, "Photometry: Science, Sensitivity, and Its Connection to Astronomy," is your guided journey into the fascinating world of measuring and interpreting light in the cosmos. 
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  As you gaze upon the night sky, you might wonder: How do astronomers decipher the secrets held within the twinkling stars and distant galaxies? The answer lies in photometry, a powerful technique that allows scientists to quantify and analyze the luminous emissions of celestial objects. From determining the properties of stars and planets to unraveling the mysteries of the cosmos itself, photometry serves as the bedrock of astronomical research. 
  In this book, we embark on an exploration of the science of photometry, delving deep into its principles, techniques, and applications. Whether you are an aspiring astronomer, a seasoned researcher, or simply a curious soul with a passion for the night sky, this book will illuminate the path to understanding the luminous tapestry of our universe.

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  Electron The: A Biography

  Brian Clegg

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  As a fundamental particle, the electron is central to an understanding of the nature of matter. 
   
  All of chemistry is dependent on the interaction of electrons on the outside of atoms. But the electron has also become increasingly central to our lives, first through the deployment of electricity and then as the essential driving force of electronics, with all its quantum subtlety. We spend our entire lives now bathed in the electron's output, whether we are simply turning on a light, looking at a phone or working on a computer. And with the move away from fossil fuels, the electron becomes ever more our most important servant. 
   
  In this fascinating book, Brian Clegg reveals a remarkable story of scientific wonder and innovation, and paints a compelling picture of one of the most essential components of life itself.

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  True Deathbed Stories...

  Tales Of Afterlife

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  This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice.   
  What if the final moments of life reveal humanity's greatest mystery? Journey through extraordinary documented cases of deathbed visions that challenge everything we think we know about death and dying. From Steve Jobs's profound final words "Oh wow" to scientifically documented encounters with deceased loved ones, this compelling exploration examines end-of-life experiences that transcend cultural, religious, and medical boundaries. Drawing from the groundbreaking Osis-Haraldsson study of over 50,000 dying patients, discover how hospice workers, doctors, and researchers have documented remarkably consistent patterns in deathbed visions across the globe. These aren't random hallucinations or medication-induced fantasies—they're coherent, meaningful encounters that bring profound peace to the dying and challenge our understanding of consciousness itself. Witness accounts of patients who see deceased relatives they've never met, describe burial clothes they never saw, and experience transformative visions that replace fear with wonder. Medical professionals share their most compelling cases, from children who meet grandparents who died before they were born to skeptics whose final moments reveal unexpected spiritual dimensions. Through careful scientific analysis and deeply moving personal stories, explore how these near-death phenomena offer comfort to grieving families and potentially revolutionary insights into human consciousness. Whether you're facing your own mortality, supporting a loved one through their final journey, or simply curious about life's greatest mystery, these true accounts provide both scientific rigor and profound emotional healing about what may await us all.

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  The Dogs that Made Australia

  Guy Hull

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  Hunter. Worker. Legend. The untold story of the dog's role in building a nation. 
    
  The Dogs That Made Australia pays tribute to the dogs that gave their all for our prosperity: the fearless hounds that saved fledgling colonies from famine; the courageous heelers and tireless collies that powered the rise of beef and wool; the tough little home-grown terriers that protected the homestead and garden; and the extraordinary police dogs, ahead of their time, loved by the nation. The selfless exploits of our heroic dogs are writ indelibly in our nation's heritage and identity. The Dogs That Made Australia is a vivid and meticulously researched history of Australia told from the perspectives of the dingo and of the dogs that were imported and developed here, as well as the humans who loved, feared and worked them. 
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  'A highly readable book about Australia's dog heroes and their contribution to Australia's development. This is a book for the ages. I loved every page!' Tony Parsons, OAM, author of The Kelpie'This should be on every school list for every primary school. It is a fantastic Australian history reference' Narelle Hammond, Secretary, Australian Cattle Dog Society of NSW

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