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  HowExpert Guide to the San...

  HowExpert, Susan Hartzler

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  There’s so much to see and do in the San Fernando Valley that you might find it hard to decide where to begin. From movie studio tours, amusement parks, cultural centers, metaphysical spots, a historic mission, hiking trails, huge parks, lovely gardens, restaurants galore, and much, much more, the Valley, as locals call it, is the place for fun. Author Susan Hartzler who grew up there shares the rich history of the area and hidden secrets and personal stories in this exhaustive guide. 
  Did you know Lucille Ball and her husband Ricky Ricardo lived there with a cow that used to kiss them good night from their bedroom window? Or that Marilyn Monroe was discovered in the Valley working at Radioplane Munitions Factory in Van Nuys? Or how about the fact that the Jonas Brothers grew up in Toluca Lake and Bruno Mars had a place in Studio City? Those are just a few of the celebrity stories you’ll learn about when you read this book. 
  The Valley is more than strip malls, suburbs, and Valleyspeak. The area’s diverse residents bring with them different cultures that make the Valley something extra special. There are even Longhorn cattle living there amidst some major celebrities who call the Valley home today. You’ll even find out the best places to stargaze where you can catch a glimpse of your favorite star in their real life. 
  You’ll also learn about the best ways to get around town, the best places to stay, what to do, and where to eat. Speaking of food, the Valley is home to Sushi Row alongside some of the best Mexican restaurants you’ll find this side of the border. 
  So, before you pack up the kids, find out all about the Valley from someone who knows. The place is spread out, so you could miss a fun adventure if you don’t do your research before going. Take it from Susan: The Valley is a wonderful place to live and the perfect vacation spot to visit. 
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  Abbott and Costello: Featuring...

  Bud Abbott, Lou Costello

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  Lou got a black eye from a date. Lou's running for dog catcher. Lou is becoming an artist. Susan is mad at Lou since he went out with another girl. Bud wants some new ideas for the show. Benny Rubin has an idea to let the audience participate.

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  Traveler's Guide to Jewish Germany

  Peter Hirsch, Billie Ann Lopez

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  A comprehensive traveler’s guide to important Jewish historical and cultural sites in Germany. No country in the world, outside of Israel itself, contains more Jewish historical sites of importance than Germany does today. The largest Jewish cemetery in Europe, the Weissensee, is in Berlin, while the deepest, and perhaps most beautiful, mikveh (ritual bath) in Germany dates from the thirteenth century and can be found in Friedberg.  Ranging from large synagogues to former prayer rooms to cemeteries, the sites listed serve as testaments to the life and culture of German Jewish communities for more than one thousand years. They have withstood the ravages of time as well as the barbaric efforts of the Third Reich to obliterate them.  Today, these sites are becoming increasingly popular tourist attractions. However, many are off the beaten path and are visited only occasionally. That is just one reason why Traveler’s Guide to Jewish Germany is so valuable. In addition to listing locations of the sites (which may also be found on the maps contained in the book), the authors advise keeping a flexible schedule to accommodate unexpected closings.  Also included are tips for getting around in Germany, utilizing city and town tourist offices, and asking questions for directions. Proper etiquette is also addressed, and a comprehensive chronology of major historical events in German Jewish life and culture is provided.  Many Jewish rituals and traditions, including family names, the Yiddish language, and Talmudic teaching, have their origins in the Jewish communities of Germany. Now, these communities may finally be explored. Praise for Traveler’s Guide to Jewish Germany“Strongly recommended for people interested in history who would also like to go on a journey of discovery.” —Katholische Nachrichten-Agentur

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  Art of the Devil

  Arturo Graf

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  “The Devil holds the strings which move us!” (Charles Baudelaire, The Flowers of Evil, 1857.)
  Satan, Beelzebub, Lucifer… the Devil has many names and faces, all of which have always served artists as a source of inspiration. Often commissioned by religious leaders as images of fear or veneration, depending on the society, representations of the underworld served to instruct believers and lead them along the path of righteousness. For other artists, such as Hieronymus Bosch, they provided a means of denouncing the moral decrepitude of one’s contemporaries. 
  In the same way, literature dealing with the Devil has long offered inspiration to artists wishing to exorcise evil through images, especially the works of Dante and Goethe. In the 19th century, romanticism, attracted by the mysterious and expressive potential of the theme, continued to glorify the malevolent. Auguste Rodin’s The Gates of Hell, the monumental, tormented work of a lifetime, perfectly illustrates this passion for evil, but also reveals the reason for this fascination. Indeed, what could be more captivating for a man than to test his mastery by evoking the beauty of the ugly and the diabolic?

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  Native - Life in a Vanishing...

  Patrick Laurie

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  A Times Bestseller
  Shortlisted for the Wainwright Prize for UK Nature Writing 2020
  'Remarkable, and so profoundly enjoyable to read ... Its importance is huge, setting down a vital marker in the 21st century debate about how we use and abuse the land' - Joyce McMillan, Scotsman
  Desperate to connect with his native Galloway, Patrick Laurie plunges into work on his family farm in the hills of southwest Scotland. Investing in the oldest and most traditional breeds of Galloway cattle, the Riggit Galloway, he begins to discover how cows once shaped people, places and nature in this remote and half-hidden place. This traditional breed requires different methods of care from modern farming on an industrial, totally unnatural scale.
  As the cattle begin to dictate the pattern of his life, Patrick stumbles upon the passing of an ancient rural heritage. Always one of the most isolated and insular parts of the country, as the twentieth century progressed, the people of Galloway deserted the land and the moors have been transformed into commercial forest in the last thirty years. The people and the cattle have gone, and this withdrawal has shattered many centuries of tradition and custom. Much has been lost, and the new forests have driven the catastrophic decline of the much-loved curlew, a bird which features strongly in Galloway's consciousness. The links between people, cattle and wild birds become a central theme as Patrick begins to face the reality of life in a vanishing landscape.

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  Harmonious Home Design Bundle 2...

  Lally Samuel, Jian Ling

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  Harmonious Home Design Bundle, 2 in 1 Bundle: The Language of Plants and Feng Shui GuideWe all want a harmonious and happy home and there are many ways we can do that. One is through putting some purifying plants inside your home. More and more people are getting into plants now and adding them not just outside the house but inside the home as well. Another way is through Feng Shui. You have probably heard of Feng Shui either from the movies or TV and have some vague idea how Feng Shui can bring you luck in your life. Contrary to some beliefs, it is not a religion or belief system but is actually just a way or methodology to create a happier world for anyone who practices it. Some of the benefits of Feng Shui are it enhances your wealth, can help with career advancements and can also help improve your health and personal relationships. Feng Shui can also help invite positive energy to your home so it feels harmonious, balanced and energized.This bundle will teach you all the necessary information you need to learn about Feng Shui. You will learn where it originated and when to use it. You will learn what areas in your life you can use Feng Shui on. You will also discover how it could help you live a happier and more prosperous life. It will also teach you about different purifying plants that can help clean the air inside your home.This 2 in 1 bundle includes the following audiobooks:1. The Language of Plants: The Ultimate Guide on Purifying Plants That Can Help Clean and Purify Your Home's Air2. Feng Shui Guide: The Ultimate Guide on Feng Shui Fortunes, Learn Feng Shui Tips on How to Develop Financial Freedom and Life Long HappinessIf you want to learn more, download your copy of Harmonious Home Design 2 in 1 Bundle today!

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