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  British Warships in the Age of...

  Rif Winfield

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  The 1st volume in this comprehensive reference series details the design and employment of British warships in the 17th and early 18th centuries.      During the seventeenth century, Britain transformed from a minor state into a global economic power with the largest navy in the world. The character of this navy was forged by a bloody civil war, three fiercely disputed conflicts with the Dutch, and the first of many wars with the French. In the process, British naval ships evolved from the galleons that had defeated the Spanish Armada to prestige vessels like HMS Sovereign of the Seas, and the lightly built frigates of the Commonwealth era.   This detailed and authoritative reference volume outlines the history of every ship built, purchased or captured that saw naval service during this era. Like its companion volumes, the book is organized by Rate, classification and class. The technical and building data of each ship is followed by a concise summary of its career. With its unique depth of information, this is a work of the utmost importance to every naval historian and general reader interested in the navy of the sailing era.

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  The Pug Who Bit Napoleon -...

  Mimi Matthews

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  From Victorian cat funerals to a Regency-era pony who took a ride in a hot air balloon, a collection of history’s quirkiest—and most poignant—animal tales.   Meet Fortune, the Pug who bit Napoleon on his wedding night, and Looty, the Pekingese sleeve dog who was presented to Queen Victoria after the 1860 sacking of the Summer Palace in Peking. The four-legged friends of Lord Byron, Emily Brontë, and Prince Albert also make an appearance, as do the treasured pets of Alexander Pope, Samuel Johnson, and Charles Dickens.   Less famous, but no less fascinating, are the animals that were the subject of historical lawsuits, scandals, and public curiosity. There’s Tuppy, the purloined pet donkey; Biddy, the regimental chicken; and Barnaby and Burgho, the bloodhounds hired to hunt Jack the Ripper. Wild animals also get a mention in tales that encompass everything from field mice and foxes to alligators and sharks lurking in the Thames.   Using research from eighteenth- and nineteenth-century books, letters, and newspapers, Mimi Matthews brings each animal’s unique history to vivid life. The details are sometimes humorous, sometimes heartbreaking, but the stories are never anything less than fascinating reading for animal lovers of all ages.  

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  Moving with Decluttering in Mind...

  Dana K. White

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  An original audio series featuring brand new content from decluttering expert Dana K. White. 
  Do you wish a decluttering expert could come alongside you to help tackle specific roadblocks that always derail your decluttering journey? Dana K. White, self-proclaimed recovering slob and author of Organizing for the Rest of Us, is here to help with her audio original series, Decluttering Deep Dives.  
  Each installment of Decluttering Deep Dives covers a frequent problem that Dana hears about from her readers. Featuring Dana’s signature light-hearted voice and approachable tactics, Moving with Decluttering in Mind dives into these common struggles:Experiencing packing overwhelmBringing everything with youDeciding where to start your pre-move declutterPacking items randomly together 
    
  Fans of Dana’s podcast, A Slob Comes Clean, will love Dana’s in-depth conversation filled with workable solutions for you to make your space the peaceful, organized home you need and want.

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  Test Pilots of the Jet Age - Men...

  Colin Higgs, Bruce Vigar

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  Today, as we board our flights to Adelaide, Zurich, and all points in between, we give little thought to the jet power that will take us there. But, this is only possible because just over 70 years ago a select band of British test pilots was prepared to risk all in the quest to fly further, faster, and higher than ever before. Their quest was fraught with danger; disaster and death were never far away.  This book captures eleven of those stories as told by the pilots themselves – their words as to how they took British aviation to the forefront of a new era, the ‘Jet Age’. Britain’s aircraft industry was booming in the years immediately after the end of the Second World War and the demand for test pilots seemingly limitless as new aircraft types rolled off the drawing boards. Meteors, Vampires, Hunters, Comets, Victors, Vulcans and Harriers were some of the aircraft that became world-beaters. Today, these names and the role played by the test pilots in bringing these projects to fruition are all but forgotten.  The stories were filmed over a number of years and it is the edited transcripts of those interviews that form a unique and rare perspective on such a pivotal era in aviation. Most were veterans of the Second World War with illustrious service records. Now they faced new battles as they flew new airframes and engines to the limit and sometimes beyond. First, they had to conquer the ‘sound barrier’ which to many, scientists and the public alike, had assumed almost mythic status. Having done that, they were soon flying at twice the speed of sound, such was the rate of progress. It took discipline, technical know-how, an above average level of flying skill and according to some, a lack of imagination to make a good test pilot. Their stories are often insightful, always modest and often tinged with humor.

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  Forever Paris - 25 Walks in the...

  Christine Henry de Tessan

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  Walking tours inspired by famous figures of France, from artists to chefs to historic leaders. 
   
  Take a stroll through Édith Piaf’s Belleville, dine at Napoléon’s favorite restaurant, and explore the late-night haunts of Ernest Hemingway, Josephine Baker, and Pablo Picasso. From the author of the best-selling City Walks: Paris, this lively collection of walking adventures follows in the footsteps of more than twenty-five of the city’s iconic former residents. Throughout, Paris is seen from the intimate vantage point of those who loved it best, from the bars where authors penned classic works to the markets and patisseries where food lovers indulged.  
   
  Including photos and full-color maps throughout, each walk in this book guides visitors and locals through the city that inspired some of the world’s most famous artists, writers, chefs, musicians, politicians, and more.

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  Growing Marijuana for Beginners...

  Teresita Mendoza

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  Explanation of the purpose of the eBook The purpose of the eBook "Growing Marijuana for Beginners: Everything You Need to Know to Start Growing Marijuana Today" is to provide comprehensive guidance and information for individuals who are interested in growing marijuana for personal use or as a business venture but have little or no prior knowledge of marijuana cultivation. 
  This eBook aims to provide a detailed understanding of the cultivation process, from choosing the right strain and growing medium to the different stages of growth and harvesting. It covers various topics such as the anatomy of the cannabis plant, life cycle of marijuana plants, choosing the right equipment and nutrients, and preparing the growing environment 
  Furthermore, this eBook also aims to provide an overview of the legalities of growing marijuana, the different types of seeds, and the importance of monitoring pH levels and humidity. It also discusses pest and disease control measures and the different training techniques for the successful growth of marijuana plants.

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