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  Why Is Downing Street Painted...

  Jonnie Fielding

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  'Jonnie made me see London through new eyes.' James Corden 
  'A charming and surprising alternative tour of London. We loved this book' Map Men 
  Jonnie 'is a conduit for the city's soul, distilling its chaotic history into digestible, engaging narratives' The Times 
  Have you ever tried to find a street named Bond Street? (Spoiler alert: it doesn’t exist!)  
  Did you know you can’t dine for 13 at the Savoy? At least not without a cat joining you … 
  And have you heard about the bus that jumped Tower Bridge? 
  As a walking tour guide for 15 years, Jonnie Fielding has made it his mission to uncover all there is to know about London, from forgotten facts to the history hiding in plain sight. 
  Packed full of pub-quiz trivia and bespoke illustrations, Why Is Downing Street Painted Black? includes 365 of his favourite quirks, anomalies and eccentricities from all over town. 
  So whether you live in London, would love to live in London or just love a great fun fact, Jonnie is guaranteed to reignite your fascination with this weird and wonderful city. 
  In his latest, up-coming book, Jonnie Fielding presents a humorous and historical exploration of Britain's geography. This top reference work delves into the civilisation and form of Europe in a unique way. 
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  HarperCollins 2025

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  HowExpert Guide to Fishkeeping -...

  HowExpert, Aurora Sandelands

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  Welcome to your fabulous new hobby and a magnificent new world. This helpful guide will ensure your success in your new endeavor by teaching you the basics, and a little more, of fishkeeping. Learn every step of the way with 101 helpful tips so you can become an efficient fishkeeper in no time!  
  In this book, you will learn the various kinds of fish and plants that can live in your tank, along with the temperatures, decor, and equipment that goes along with it all. Learn the proper way to introduce fish into your tank and cycle your tank correctly to avoid any unnecessary fish loss. You may also learn about fishy misconceptions and the proper way to care for each type of fish, like temperature and what foods to feed them. Don’t forget; this guide will also help you choose a proper tank for your wants and needs so you don’t bite off more than you can chew or get bored with your tank too quickly! 
  So, pick up this book, settle in, and get ready to become a better fishkeeper, and soon you will have the fish tank of your dreams. 
  About the Author 
  Aurora Sandelands has been a passionate fish keeper for over two years and a writer for over 10. As soon as she got her first one-gallon beta tank, she knew she couldn’t stop and gradually made her way up to a 75-gallon cichlid tank (After learning a lot through research and firsthand experience). She graduated from her state college with an AA in creative writing in 2014 and is currently pursuing her bachelor’s at the Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design. She loves to write and paint watercolor next to her two cats, her Pit Bull, and her 30 fish in her hometown of Minneapolis, Minnesota. 
  HowExpert publishes how to guides by everyday experts. Visit HowExpert.com to learn more.

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  The Eighty Years War - The...

  Kelly Mass

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  The war between the protestant Netherlands, mostly led by William of Orange, and Catholic Spain, was one of the marks in Dutch history. This war has determined the beliefs of many people who now live about the three rivers that go through the country: Most of the people north of the rivers are protestant, and most of the believers below them (even throughout Belgium as well) are Catholic. This is no coincidence. 
  The war in the 1600s has become a symbol of Dutch resistance, independence, and the royal family (of Orange). In that sense, traditions date back hundreds of years, some them that have their roots in this century. Learn more about what caused the 80 years of war between these two countries, how France was involved, and how it helped form the boundaries and borders of those countries today.

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  Craft of Coffee

  Rylee Zimmer

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  Craft of Coffee: Learn All About the Benefits of Coffee and Tips on How to Prepare a Great Cup of JoeLet's face it. Most of us are bleary eyed, stumbling about with feet dragging when we first wake up in the morning. Yet, when that delightfully rich, and oh so tantalizing coffee aroma tickles our nostrils we schlep, yawning and stretching in its direction. Not only is the smell of coffee a great eye opener, recent studies show that consuming up to three 8-ounce cups of coffee a day actually has proven health benefits. In this audiobook, you will learn about the craft of making a good cup of coffee. You will learn the steps and different aspects that go into an amazing cup of coffee. This audiobook will cover the following topics:- Health Benefits of Coffee- Meet the Beans- Coffee Grinding- Facts and Trivia About Coffee- How to Make a Really Good Cup of Coffee- Frothing for Newbies- Cappuccino vs Latte- How to Brew Cappuccino- Tips for Making Iced Coffee- How to Clean Your Coffee and Espresso Machines - Top Tips- And many more!Learning to make a really good cup of coffee at home is an art. If you want to learn more, scroll up and click “add to cart” now!

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  Sui Dynasty - Reunification and...

  Rolf Hedger

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  The period before the rise of the Sui Dynasty was marked by fragmentation and instability, as China remained divided between the Northern and Southern Dynasties. This era, which lasted from the late 4th century to the late 6th century, was characterized by constant warfare, shifting alliances, and a deep cultural divide between the north and south. The fall of this system set the stage for the reunification of China under the Sui Dynasty. 
  The north was ruled by a succession of non-Han Chinese states, often founded by nomadic groups that had migrated into China during the decline of the Western Jin Dynasty. The Northern Wei, established by the Tuoba clan of the Xianbei people, was the most powerful of these states. Over time, the rulers of the Northern Wei adopted Chinese customs, Confucian governance, and Buddhism, which helped stabilize their rule. However, internal struggles, court intrigue, and opposition from powerful aristocratic families led to the dynasty’s division into the Eastern and Western Wei, eventually giving rise to the Northern Qi and Northern Zhou dynasties. 
  In contrast, the Southern Dynasties were ruled by Han Chinese elites who maintained a more traditional Chinese way of life. The Eastern Jin, followed by the Liu Song, Southern Qi, Liang, and Chen dynasties, governed the southern regions, centered around the lower Yangtze River. These dynasties often suffered from weak central control, as powerful noble families exerted significant influence over the government. While the south was culturally rich and economically prosperous, political instability and frequent coups weakened its ability to resist northern invasions.

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  The Orchid Folios

  Mok Zining

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  “When you take an orchid out of its pot, you must first loosen the roots’ hold on the soil. Late last evening as I unravelled the braids of the shattered phalaenopsis, I saw how the ends were white and shrivelled from neglect. You have to do it gently—it’s like combing hair. I remember Mum’s fingers running through mine, and mine through hers, until the final months when all of it started to fall.” 
   
   
  A pot shatters. An arrangement falls apart. A florist finds herself amidst the scattered leaves of history. At once a poetry collection and a documentary novella, The Orchid Folios reimagines the orchid as a living, breathing document of history: a history that enmeshes the personal, colonial, linguistic, and biotechnological with the Vanda Miss Joaquim, the symbol of Singapore’s postcolonial hybridity. While the Orchid has shaped the fantastical narratives that govern our multiracial City in a Garden, it continues to shape-shift and bloom on its own terms, challenging us to imagine a decolonised Singapore. This is the organism at the heart of The Orchid Folios—by turns stark and unruly, documenting and challenging the narratives that are the roots of our national consciousness.

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