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  Hydroponic Gardening Secrets

  Viktor Baras

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  Have you ever wanted a garden, but you just don’t have space or the soil for it? Have you thought about hydroponics, but weren’t sure where to go for the information you need to get started? Hydroponic systems are self- contained, accessible to people of all physical abilities, and can provide a beautiful green oasis right in your home! There’s no downside to having a hobby that is fun, educational, and productive, so why not give it a try?These days, many people are looking to return to a healthier approach to eating and a more sustainable way of life, and if you think hydroponics is the answer for you, look no further than Gardening Secrets. This book can be your guide to all the knowledge you’ll need to design, build, plant, and maintain the hydroponics system you’ve been dreaming about!In just five easy-to-follow chapters, Gardening Secrets will teach you:- the history and development of hydroponics through the centuries91- fundamental botany for plant growth- the six basic types of hydroponic systems- the types of growing media and their different applications- how to create nutrient solutions for maximum plant growth- how to choose quality seeds and seedlings for your garden- how to choose and set-up a system that fits your needs and budget- how to get your system running and planted- how to observe your plants and adjust your garden accordingly- maintenance tips and routines to keep your garden in top shape- how to get the most out of your garden year- round- and much, much more!Armed with the information in Gardening Secrets, you’ll be able to build, plant, and maintain a hydroponics system that will provide you with fresh food and flowers twelve months of the year for your health and enjoyment. You’ll also learn how to troubleshoot issues with your plants and your system, recognize signs of plant distress and 92mechanical problems, and be encouraged to keep a garden journal to record all your activities.

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  The Minor Railways of East...

  Rob Shorland-Ball

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  A look at the minor railways in eastern England that were once busy transport links and made vital contributions to the social and business heritage.  
   
  Rob Shorland-Ball is a former teacher and a born storyteller and so is well aware of the strong local loyalties in East Anglia. 
   
  Norfolk, Suffolk and Essex are considered to be very different separate and independent areas by their inhabitants. 
   
  When the author worked in Suffolk he explained that he came from Cambridge which he believed was the front door of East Anglia. An elderly Suffolk man to whom he was speaking paused for a while and then said, with unarguable finality, “Here in Suffolk if Cambridge exists at all, it is a back door and rarely used.” 
   
  By the 1950s and 60s, when the author explored the minor railways illustrated in this book, they were rarely used, so needed to be recorded and their stories told before they were forgotten entirely. 
   
  To bring this book up to date, the final section is called Destiny because some of the track beds have survived and flourished with new usage as restored heritage railways, footpaths and cycleways and one route as a busy busway. 
   
  “A nostalgic look back at long forgotten minor railways in East Anglia . . . Highly recommended.” —Branch Line & Light Railway Publications Flyer 
   
  “A brief history of each of the lines together with maps and period photographs that make this an interesting read for those unfamiliar with the minor railways of East Anglia.” —Great Eastern Railway Society Newsletter

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  Harry Truman's Independence -...

  John Taylor

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  A historical journey through President Truman’s Missouri hometown and the decades he spent there. 
   
  Even after leaving presidential office at a time when America was in its ascendance to global power, Harry Truman would call Independence, Missouri, the “center of the world.” It was already a town rich in the history of westward exploration and spiritual pilgrimage before he began sixty-four years of residence there, but the way it shaped Truman and was, in turn, shaped by him has defined Independence’s legacy.  
   
  That defining relationship is explored here by Truman expert Jon Taylor as it never has been before, in a compelling volume enriched by maps and photos from the Truman Library.

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  Maritime Mysteries - And the...

  Bill Jessome

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  Spooky seaside stories of Canada’s Atlantic coast from the longtime host of the television series Maritime Mysteries.  Maritime Mysteries chronicles the restless spirits, ghostly apparitions, eerie poltergeists, and haunted houses of Canada’s Maritime provinces—Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island. This area of the Atlantic coast has an extensive tradition of tales of the supernatural, handed down over generations. In this new edition of the classic book, Bill Jessome, author of Stories That Haunt Us, brings together over eighty of the region’s most spine-tingling tales—both old and new—that put a chilling spin on the rich history of these jagged seacoasts.  Includes illustrations

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  Holistic Homesteading - A Guide...

  Roxanne Ahern

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  Learn to Live Holistically, Sustainably, and IntentionallyMake healthier life choices to heal yourself and the environment through self-sufficiency. The Happy Holistic Homestead by Roxanne Ahern provides the tools for living slowly, intentionally, and better through permaculture, edible gardening, and organic farming.Live the Homestead Life. Ahern’s book guides new and seasoned homesteaders in improving personal and environmental health. The Happy Holistic Homestead is geared toward people who are interested in pursuing intentional lifestyles and organic farming methods. It is both for those who have access to land and those who are interested in retrofitting urban and suburban lifestyles and landscapes to shift towards sustainability.Utilize Sustainable Organic Farming Techniques. Learn about permaculture design, holistic nutrition, and sustainable farming in rural and urban settings. The Happy Holistic Homestead covers how to use organic soil and zero chemicals to grow the best vegetables and fruits, responsible and humane animal husbandry that improves the ground and carbon sequestration, as well as the best canning and preserving techniques. Ahern also provides tips on safely foraging for flowers and mushrooms.Read The Happy Holistic Homestead and learn:Permaculture practices that can be used in rural and urban spaces How to get the most out of your food through holistic nutritionThe best techniques for canning and preserving your fruits and vegetablesHow to bake sourdough bread and how to create your own sourdough cultureIf you enjoyed books such as The Modern Homestead Garden, The Encyclopedia of Country Living, and Beginner's Guide to Preserving, your next read should be The Happy Holistic Homestead.

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  Parliament of Whores - A Lone...

  P.J. O'Rourke

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  A #1 New York Times bestseller: “An everyman’s guide to Washington” by the savagely funny political humorist and author of How the Hell Did This Happen? (The New York Times).   P. J. O’Rourke’s Parliament of Whores has become a classic in understanding the workings of the American political system. Originally written at the end of the Reagan era, this new edition includes an extensive foreword by renowned journalist Andrew Ferguson—showing us that although the names may change, the game stays the same . . . or, occasionally, gets worse.  Parliament of Whores is a “gonzo civics book” that takes us through the ethical foibles, pork-barrel flimflam, and Beltway bureaucracy, leaving no sacred cow unskewered and no politically correct sensitivities unscorched (Chicago Tribune).   “Insulting, inflammatory, profane, and absolutely great reading.” —The Washington Post Book World

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