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  Bonsai for Beginners – The...

  Haruki Tanaka

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  Japanese Philosophy and Supreme Garden Art - The Culture of Bonsai
   
  Bonsai - the word sounds both Far Eastern and exotic, yet familiar to our ears. After all, almost everyone has seen such a uniquely shaped plant in an office or living room, but very few know that behind these miniature trees lies an entire philosophical culture. In fact, cultivating these small trees reveals a universe of devoted gardening art, ancient Zen Buddhism, meditative immersion, and deep connection to nature. So immerse yourself in the mystical world of Far Eastern bonsai art and bring a piece of Asian philosophy of life into your living room & garden!
  The word bonsai simply means "tree in a bowl," which already expresses the core idea: planting a tree in miniature form in a container to bring the wonder of nature into the home and make it visible - the original idea of nature-loving Buddhist monks. From this seemingly simple concept, an entire art form developed, which also began to extend into other areas of life: for the bonsai cultivator, gardening today is always a meditative practice and a comprehensive philosophy of life. With patience, precision, and dedication, impressive works of art are created that consist of continuous growth. The best part: nowadays anyone can learn this art, and it requires no Asian secret knowledge, no exotic plants, and not even expensive equipment. Let this guide accompany you on your journey into your new hobby and discover what truly matters in bonsai art!
  The Basics of Tree Knowledge: Learn everything about native and Asian tree varieties as well as the size classification of bonsai trees.
  Bankan, Bunjingi or Chokkan: Discover the different styles and design principles and dive into picturesque miniature landscapes.
  The right pot, sufficient light, the perfect temperature and soil conditions: What really matters for your first bonsai and what you absolutely need to consider.
  Only a healthy bonsai delights the soul: Become a plant doctor and pest expert to maintain the health of your bonsai.
  Eda-Nuki, Sentei, Tsugiki and more: Train your bonsai into shape using professional pruning techniques.
  Guaranteed cultivation success: Bonus section with 10 pro tips to ensure your bonsai cultivation succeeds!
  Let yourself be inspired by the beauty and ancient wisdom of bonsai art, immerse yourself in a magical oasis of everyday life, and create your own personal works of art - whether you have a green thumb or are just beginning to discover the art of gardening.
  What are you waiting for? Click the button "Buy now with 1-Click" and bring a piece of nature and Japanese philosophy of life into your apartment or garden - bonsai works anywhere!

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  The Observant Walker - Wild Food...

  John Wright

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  When we go for a walk, whether in the countryside or city, we pass through landscapes full of natural beauty and curiosities both visible and invisible - but though we might admire the view, or wonder idly about the name of a flower, we rarely have the knowledge to fully engage with what we see. When we do, our sense of place is expanded, our understanding deepened and we can discover richness in even the most everyday stroll. 
   
  John Wright has been leading forays around Britain for decades. As an expert forager, he shows people how to identify the edible species that abound - but he also reveals the natural history, stories and science behind our surroundings. Here, he takes us with him on eight walks: from verdant forests to wild coastlines, via city pavements, fields and rolling hills, he illuminates what can be found on a walk across any British terrain, and how you might observe and truly understand them, for yourself.

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  Useless Facts That Will Bore You...

  Calmy Heart

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  Can’t sleep? Let your racing mind wind down with the most mind-numbing facts you never knew you didn’t need. Useless Facts That Will Bore You to Sleep Fast is the perfect audiobook to lull you into a peaceful slumber by focusing your restless thoughts on the utterly mundane. 
  Did you know that a cloud can weigh as much as 1 million pounds? Or that octopuses have three hearts? No? Well, don’t worry—you won’t remember these tidbits by morning anyway. With a soothing narration designed to relax and distract your busy brain, this audiobook delivers hours of delightfully unimportant information guaranteed to help you drift off. 
  Whether you’re an overthinker or someone who simply struggles to unplug at night, this quirky sleep aid is your secret weapon. It’s not about staying engaged; it’s about letting go. By filling your mind with random, irrelevant facts, this audiobook provides just enough focus to steer you away from stress and straight into dreamland. 
  So grab your blanket, press play, and let the delightful dullness take over. Sleep has never been so easy—or so full of useless knowledge.

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  To the River - A Journey Beneath...

  Olivia Laing

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  An author’s walk “from source to sea along the Ouse in Sussex is a meandering, meditative delight” drawing on history, literature, and the river itself (The Guardian, UK). In To The River, author Olivia Laing embarks on a weeklong, midsummer odyssey along the banks of the River Ouse in Sussex, England, from its source near Haywards Heath to the sea, where it empties into the Channel at Newhaven. More than sixty years after Virginia Woolf drowned herself in the River Ouse, Laing still finds inspiration and guidance in the author’s abiding presence. Through cow pastures, woods, and neighborhood streets, Laing’s meandering walk occasions a profound and haunting reflection on histories both personal and cultural, and on landscapes both physical and emotional. Along the way, she explores the roles that rivers play in human lives, tracing their intricate flow through literature, mythology and folklore. Lyrical and stirring, To the River is a passionate investigation into how history resides in a landscape - and how ghosts never quite leave the places they love.“Magical…By turns lyrical, melancholic and exultant, To the River just makes you want to follow Olivia Laing all the way to the sea.”—Daily Telegraph, UK

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  The Driving Machine - A Design...

  Witold Rybczynski

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  In this lively and entertaining work, Witold Rybczynski—hailed as "one of the best writers on design working today" by Publishers Weekly—tells the story of the most distinctive cars in history and the artists, engineers, dreamers, and gearheads who created them. Delving into more than 170 years of ingenuity in design, technology, and engineering, he takes us from Carl Benz's three-wheel motorcar in 1855 to the present-day shift to electric cars. Along the way, he looks at the emergence of mass production with Henry Ford's Model T; the Golden Age of American car design and the rise of car culture; postwar European subcompacts typified by the Mini Cooper; and the long tradition of the streamlined and elegant sports car. 
   
   
   
  Rybczynski explores how cars have been reflections of national character (the charming Italian Fiat Cinquecento), icons of a subculture (the VW bus for American hippies), and even emblems of an era (the practical Chrysler minivan). He explains key developments in automotive technology, including the electric starter, rack-and-pinion steering, and disc brakes, bringing to light how the modern automobile is the result of more than a century of trial and error. And he weaves in charming accounts of the many cars he's owned and driven, starting with his first—the iconic Volkswagen Beetle. The Driving Machine is a fascinating history of design.

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  The Witch's Door - Oddities and...

  Ryan Matthew Cohn, Regina M. Rossi

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  A taxidermied monkey named Mr. Peepers. A rare collection of anatomical wax figures for sale in Munich. A Tibetan Kapala skull decorated with bits of coral. Two Charlie McCarthy dolls that may (or may not) be haunted. The incredible memento mori collection of Richard Harris. An actual witch's door. That's all just for starters. 
   
   
   
  Welcome to a world of oddities curated by Regina and Ryan Cohn, trendsetters and tastemakers who have reinvented what the artifact collectors market looks like. Together, they are the founders of Oddities Flea Market, artfully curating a selection of the best artists and collectors at several events across the US throughout the year, with an eye towards expanding globally. In The Witch's Door, Ryan, who starred in the reality television show Oddities, and Regina, who comes from the world of fashion, give us a rare peek behind the curtain into the business of collecting the strange and unusual and the cast of eccentric characters they meet along the way. 
   
   
   
  Ryan and Regina take listeners all over the world, from Brooklyn to Bavaria, giving them the inside scoop on how they purchase artifacts to sell and those they want to keep. Perfect for fans of Oddities, Atlas Obscura, and Guillermo del Toro's Cabinet of Curiosities, this collectible book is a must-listen for those happily inclined toward the dark side.

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