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  Harry Potter Quiz Book Volume II

  Oliver Parsons

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  In the quarter of a century since launch Harry Potter and his world has captured the imagination of several generations of children, young adults and grownups too. And following the success of our first Harry Potter Quiz Book we're now publishing Harry Potter Quiz Book Volume II.
  With hundreds of questions to test your loyalty to and knowledge of the wizarding world this is a must have for Harry Potter fans who want to swat up on their knowledge or simply show off their Harry Potter quizzing skills.
  Questions in the new book have been compiled by brother and sister team Oliver and Imogen. Both ardent fans since the age of seven they've each read all the books, seen all the films, been to the play and done The Harry Potter Tour. (And, no doubt, got the T-shirts too)
  Now teenagers, Oliver and Imogen have compiled a fresh new range of questions which, we hope you agree, will challenge Harry Potter fans of all ages.

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  Citizen of the World: Soon-Young...

  Soon-Young Yoon

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  From North Korean Refugee to the United Nations: A Courageous and Compassionate Memoir Soon-Young Yoon understood from an early age that people's destinies are connected to international events. This book is a collection of her reflections as a women's human rights advocate speaking up to end violence against women and change the world to ensure gender equality, sustainable development, and peace. Yoon has seen the struggle for human rights in all corners of the world, meeting with people in urban slums and the offices of the United Nations. She urges us to look at the world through women's eyes to understand why gender equality and women's empowerment, particularly for the poorest and most vulnerable populations, is essential to our collective good. In Citizen of the World, you'll be inspired by Yoon's stories on Ending violence against women and girls Finding the Earth's balance Claiming the right to social and economic development Portraits of great women leaders Collective voices that are changing the world Challenges working as a feminist anthropologist inside and outside the United Nations Written through the lens of an anthropologist, these essays reflect her belief that one needs to understand a wide range of issues to shape our common future. Students, academics, and activists in the fields of women's studies, international relations, anthropology, and social justice will find Citizen of the World both unique and eye-opening—and filled with hope for a better future for us all.

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  Tales of a Pet Vet - Stories...

  Dr. Dawn Filos

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  In stories tailor-made for pet lovers, a seasoned veterinarian shares her good, bad, and messy days on the job—and highlights the undeniable magic of the human-animal bond.Dr. Dawn Filos’s own menagerie of pets, including Willie the woolly monkey, primed her for a. career as a veterinarian. With emotional honesty, Dr. Dawn shares her heartfelt, and often hilarious journey, from nervous novice to seasoned, self-assured doctor. This modern-day James Herriot finds her niche as a house-call vet, with unique, intimate access into the homes and lives of her beloved patients and their human families. She understands with all of her heart that no visit or emergency is too trivial to a pet parent. After reading Tales of a Pet Vet you will never see your own vet the same way.Sometimes heartwarming, sometimes sad, and often hilarious, Tales of a Pet Vet will resonate deeply with pet lovers everywhere.

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  Sustainable Badass - A...

  Gittemarie Johansen

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  A Guide to Being Sustainable at Home and in Life“Gittemarie is creator that not only provides helpful tips on living a zero-waste and vegan lifestyle, but also articulates it in way that is approachable.”  —Jhánneu Roberts (@Jhanneu)#1 New Release in Upcycling & RepurposingReshape your conventional habits, purchases, and recipes with these simple yet effective zero-waste alternatives!Eco-friendly living made simple. As a lifestyle guide and an introduction to sustainable living, Sustainable Badass shows you why and how to minimize your consumption while effortlessly making your habits greener. Each page has practical tips, tools and important facts about plastic pollution, overconsumption, and the climate crisis. From small changes such as pre-cycling and purchasing items with minimum to no packaging, to eliminating plastic entirely; this book empowers you to be a sustainable badass by making effortless planet-positive choices in your everyday life.Know the cause, be the change. Gittemarie Johansen, sustainability blogger and speaker, teaches you the way to a greener, more simple and happier life by implementing self sustainable living principles, all while putting the power into your hands as the consumer to speak up and demand change for our planet.Be sustainable at home.Sustainable Badass encourages you with some effortless principles on the best sustainable home goods. Enjoy this holistic and accessible approach to creating a self sustainable home and lifestyle, that is easy to implement, and fundamental to saving our planet.Inside, you’ll find:A guide to being intentionally sustainable at home  Effortless and intentional steps to withdraw from consumerismAll the knowledge you need to live a sustainable life at home and with othersIf you liked Simply Living Well, Live Green, or Attainable Sustainable, you’ll love Sustainable Badass.

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  Chess for Beginners: Mastering...

  Oliver Stevens

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  For anyone interested in learning the game of chess, "Chess for Beginners: Mastering the Basics of the Game: A Step-by-Step Guide to Understanding and Playing Chess" is an ideal place to start. With a straightforward, methodical approach, this extensive tutorial aims to demystify the game and make it approachable for novices. Starting with an introduction to the chessboard and the distinct moves of each piece, the book offers new players a strong starting point. It goes over the fundamentals so that readers are guaranteed to grasp the game's dynamics right away. 
  The book explores fundamental tactics and methods that are necessary for efficient play as it goes along. Important ideas like openings, middle-game tactics, and endgame strategies will all be covered in detail and step-by-step for readers to understand. Throughout the book, there are several examples and thorough drawings that serve to clarify difficult concepts and reinforce learning. 
  In addition to teaching the fundamentals of the game, "Chess for Beginners" highlights the value of preparation and strategic thinking. This guide gives you the information and abilities you need to approach the game with confidence, whether your goal is to play for fun or to compete. You'll be well-equipped by the book's conclusion to enjoy and succeed in the game of chess.

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  The Homestead Cook - Everyday...

  Jody Bahler

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  Simple recipes rooted in a heritage of family, food, and faithThe Homestead Cook celebrates tradition, simplicity, and relationships through classic recipes from a Christian family farmstead. These recipes—from appetizers and beverages to main dishes and desserts—are rich in flavor while using common ingredients to offer simple twists on beloved favorites. If you’re looking for a cookbook that will stick around in your kitchen, this is the one. It’s a cookbook to pore over rather than pick through; to savor rather than sideline. ​ With practical recipes, engaging stories, and beautiful photography, The Homestead Cook is rooted deep in rich heritage. Author Jody Bahler incorporates favorite dishes from her family business, The Homestead, a home-style bakery, deli, and gift shop in Indiana. Many of the dishes have been enjoyed around her family’s dinner table for generations—and now are ready to be shared at yours.

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