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  Dinner With the President

  Alex Prud'Homme

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  Some of the most significant moments in American history have occurred over meals, as U.S. presidents broke bread with friends or foe: Thomas Jefferson’s nationbuilding receptions in the new capital, Washington, D.C.; Ulysses S. Grant’s state dinner for the king of Hawaii; Teddy Roosevelt’s groundbreaking supper with Booker T. Washington; Jimmy Carter’s cakes and pies that fueled a détente between Israel and Egypt at Camp David. Here Alex Prud’homme invites listeners into the White House kitchen to reveal the sometimes curious tastes of 26 of America’s most influential presidents, how their meals were prepared and by whom, and the ways their choices affected food policy around the world. What our leaders say about food touches on everything from our nation’s shifting diet and local politics to global trade, science, religion, war, class, gender, race, and so much more. Prud’homme also details overlooked figures, like George Washington’s enslaved chef, Hercules Posey, whose meals burnished the president’s reputation before the cook narrowly escaped to freedom, and pioneering First Ladies, such as Dolley Madison and Jackie Kennedy, who used food and entertaining to build political and social relationships. As he weaves these stories together, Prud’homme shows that food is not just fuel when it is served to the most powerful people in the world. It is a tool of communication, a lever of power and persuasion, a form of entertainment, and a symbol of the nation.

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  Woodrow on the Bench - Life...

  Jenna Blum

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  “When I say Jenna Blum’s upcoming Woodrow on the Bench wrecked me and that I’m now sobbing eating all the chocolate, I mean it in the best way possible.”—Jodi Picoult  
  ""Jenna Blum's wonderful moving memoir, is a “girl and her dog” story for the ages!”—Garth Stein, author of The Art of Racing in the Rain 
  The New York Times and internationally bestselling author of Those Who Save Us pays tribute to her beloved black Lab, Woodrow, in this beautiful memoir that recalls the last six months of his life and the ways in which he taught her to live.  
   “For anyone who’s ever loved an old dog.” 
  Since she adopted him as a puppy fifteen years earlier, Jenna Blum and Woodrow have been inseparable. Known to many as “the George Clooney of dogs” for his good looks and charm, Woodrow and his “Mommoo” are fixtures in their Boston neighborhood.  
  But Woodrow is aging. As he begins to fail, the true nature of his extraordinary relationship with Jenna is revealed. Jenna may be the dog parent, but it is Woodrow, with his amazing personality and trusting nature, who has much to teach her. A divorcée who has experienced her share of sadness and loss, Jenna discovers, over the months she spends caring for her ailing dog, what it is to be present in the moment, and what it truly means to love. 
  Aided by an amazing group of friends and buoyed by the support of strangers, Jenna and Woodrow navigate these precious final days together with kindness, humor, and grace. Their unforgettable love story will reaffirm your belief in kindness, break your heart, and leave your spirit soaring.

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  French Bulldogs - What French...

  Jane Eastoe

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  This beautifully illustrated guide to French Bulldogs is packed with tips and tricks to keep your furry friends happy and healthy.
  A companion dog par excellence, the French Bulldog now ranks as the most popular breed in the USA and the second most popular in the UK. This immense popularity is hardly a surprise; Frenchies are incredibly loyal and form deep attachments to their owners, they don't need a huge house or exhaustive exercise and are generally happy curled up in your arms. However, there are many things to consider when you bring a French Bulldog into your home:
  • How often should I walk them?
  • How much training will they need?
  • Am I overfeeding them or are the frequent gaseous emissions quite normal?
  • How do I manage separation anxiety?
  This playful and informative book, written from the perspective of your dog, covers everything you need to know about this ultimate companion while celebrating their affectionate personalities that demand attention. The puppy months, diet and training are covered along with advice on grooming, maintaining good health and identifying illnesses. 
  Richly illustrated by Meredith Jensen and packed with adorable photographs of beloved pets, dog lovers, owners and enthusiasts will adore this playful celebration of French Bulldogs.
  Also available in this adorable series on dog breeds are Whippets and Labradors.

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  How To Make Fabric Accessories -...

  HowExpert

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  If you want to learn how to make fabric accessories, then get "How To Make Fabric Accessories". 
  Wanting to have those beautiful earrings and charming necklaces that you see on magazines and online stores, but you don’t have the budget? 
  Read through this guide and find out how you can start making fabric accessories on your own. 
  - Learn how to create fabric accessories that are affordable but are definitely high on charm. 
  - Get ideas and techniques that you can use in designing your own accessories. 
  - Use simple everyday items from your mother’s sewing kit that you never thought could be made into earrings, bracelets, and necklaces: fabrics, lace, cords, buttons, and ribbons. 
  - Recycle those scrap fabrics and repurpose old clothes that you no longer use but you can’t bear to part with by turning them into pretty accessories that you can wear everyday. 
  - Add surprise elements to boring accessories by using buttons, ribbons, and laces. 
  - Make accessories for every outfit you own and for every occasion. A girl can never have too many earrings. 
  - Make personalized gifts for family and friends that will show them your creativity and thoughtfulness. 
  - Make jewelry sets and give them away as souvenirs on special occasions such as weddings. 
  - Use your acquired skill in creating fabric accessories in starting a business. 
  - Feed your creativity and fuel your imagination with design inspirations and never have a boring day anymore! 
  About the Expert 
  Khyria Cepe is a self-taught bead artist and jewelry designer. She started making simple dangle earrings in 2006. As she became more interested in her craft, she expanded and enhanced her knowledge by learning from “how-to-bead” books by English and Japanese authors. 
  HowExpert publishes quick 'how to' guides on all topics from A to Z by everyday experts.

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  The Complete and Utter History...

  Sarah Burton

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  When his teacher sets the class a History project, Sam cannot choose which bit of History he prefers, so decides to do ALL OF IT. His version of History is a rumbustious collection of half-remembered facts, assembled roughly in the right order, and glued together with alarmingly confident misunderstanding. Sam takes us from Ancient Egypt right up to Last Week.

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  Self-sustainability and...

  Tom Sutherland, Andrew Forrest,...

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  The Ultimate Self-sustainability and Self-sufficiency Collection. Get started on Aquaponics, Beekeeping, Homesteading, Homemade Repellents and Tiny houses. 
  The natural aquaponic system is becoming more and more popular nowadays because of its many benefits. It allows you to save space, time, energy, and even money. Aquaponics is a ground-breaking system that allows people to grow plants by fertilizing them with fish waste water. 
  There are 140,000 beekeepers in the United States keeping 3.2 million beehives. American beekeepers produced 200 million pounds of honey a year. In addition, honey bees pollinate and make possible many of the fruits and vegetables that make up the American diet. In fact, the annual contribution of honey bees to crop pollination and production is over nine billion dollars. But to tell the truth, these are not the reasons why many beekeepers have kept bees. Most keep bees because they enjoy the outdoors. 
  Homesteading is the key to financial independence. For some, it was the key to escaping debt and financial problems. You will discover that homesteading is a great source of income for your whole family. 
  There are many pests, seen/unseen and known/unknown, around us and they can create havoc in our daily lives. Managing these pests has, in fact, been taken on as successful commercial ventures. There are many chemical-based pest control products available in the market. However, many of the chemicals used in them such as DEET which causes eye irritation, blistering, rashes, soreness. Hence The Importance of making your own homemade repellents. 
  The Tiny House Movement has gone a long way from being a quirky housing trend into an actual way of life for people who are ready to down size their lives for practical reasons. 
  Get this audiobook today and learn all the fundamentals of these great self-sustainability skills and ventures!

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