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  Zeus - Water Rescue

  W. Bruce Cameron

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  The start of a brand new series about working dogs from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of A Dog's Purpose, W. Bruce Cameron! 
   
   
   
  Some dogs were born to lend a helping hand (or paw!). 
   
   
   
  Zeus, a chocolate lab puppy, is one of them. With his courage, smarts, and strength his purpose seems clear: he’ll become a water rescue dog! 
   
   
   
  But becoming a water rescue dog is no easy task. Under the watchful eye of dog trainer Marco and his young son, Kimo, Zeus must learn how to track down lost hikers and pets, attempt daring ocean rescues, and even jump out of helicopters. 
   
   
   
  Does Zeus really have what it takes? 
   
   
   
  The first book in Cameron's new Dogs with a Purpose series, Zeus: Water Rescue is a fun, heartwarming adventure that will introduce young listeners to the bravery and hard work of water rescue dogs.

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  Himmeli - Make geometric straw...

  Eija Koski

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  An introduction to making himmeli straw mobiles with 22 unique projects.
  Discover the traditional art of himmeli in this captivating book in which Finnish craft and sleek artistry intertwine to create stunning geometric mobiles from rye straw. The exquisite mobiles with their angular lines, geometric shapes and crisp, airy feeling have something natural and timeless about them. With the addition of colours and new materials such as paper drinking straws, they become modern sculptures that can adorn your home or make thoughtful gifts for friends and family.
  In Himmeli you get a comprehensive introduction to building himmeli mobiles alongside step-by-step instructions and a gallery of inspirational images that will help both beginners and seasoned crafters create 22 beautiful mobiles. 
  This absorbing book covers:
  • Himmeli: history and folklore
  • Rye straw: an introduction to materials
  • Geometric beauty: the basic shapes
  • The technique: tips for a successful build
  • Projects: with step-by-step instructions and diagrams
   Himmeli is your key to creating timeless, intricate hanging mobiles from readily available and affordable materials to bring a touch of Nordic flair to your home.

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  The Dark Ages Collection

  David Hume, J. B. Bury, Edward...

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  Uncover the Truth of a World in Transition.
  
  Often cast in the shadow of the Renaissance, the Early Middle Ages were a time of intense struggle, profound faith, and the forging of the modern world. This collection brings together authoritative historical accounts that strip away the myths of the "Dark Ages," revealing a sophisticated era of cultural synthesis where Roman, Christian, and Germanic traditions merged to create Western Civilization.
  
  This collection explores the defining forces of the era:
  
  The Collapse of an Empire: Analyze the internal decay and external pressures that led to the fall of the Western Roman Empire and the subsequent rise of the successor kingdoms.
  
  The Age of Migrations: Trace the epic journeys of the tribes that redrew the map of Europe, from the forests of Germania to the shores of Britain and North Africa.
  
  The Rise of the Cross: Explore how the church became the central stabilizing force of the continent, preserving ancient texts and providing a unified cultural framework.
  
  Legendary Leaders and Warriors: Follow the rise of figures like Charlemagne and the seafaring Northmen, documenting the birth of the Holy Roman Empire and the expansion of the Viking world.
  
  From the illuminated manuscripts of isolated monasteries to the fierce shield-walls of the battlefield, this collection offers a panoramic view of half a millennium of human history. It is an essential addition for any student of medieval studies, world history, and the roots of Western culture.
  
  Step out of the shadows. Buy "The Dark Ages Collection" today and discover the foundation of the modern world.

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  City Nature - Tales of Ornery...

  Martha Retallick

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  In the midst of ongoing news about Southwestern water scarcity, Martha Retallick sees an opportunity. For 20 years, she has been transforming her central Tucson home into an urban oasis. The secret to her success: Water harvesting. Since Retallick purchased her central Tucson home in 2004, she has incorporated two types of water harvesting – passive and active – into her landscape. Passive water harvesting is simply the act of sculpting the landscape to direct the water to where it should be – like plants – and away from where it shouldn’t be – like a home’s foundation. Retallick’s landscape incorporates three passive water harvesting features – basins, berms, and drainage swales. Collectively, these earthworks eliminate the need for landscape irrigation that’s connected to the municipal water supply, which is served by Tucson Water. According to Tucson Water, approximately 40 percent of water use in Tucson is outdoors. This includes residential uses like landscape irrigation and garden watering. Retallick’s irrigation-free landscape also includes two active water harvesting features, a 1,500-gallon cistern that collects rainwater for use in the back-yard vegetable garden, and a laundry-to-landscape greywater harvesting system that diverts wastewater from the washing machine to three fruit trees. City Nature is illustrated with more than 60 of Retallick’s color photographs, which show the wide variety of plant life on her property, the birds she shares it with, and her various do-it-herself projects, the most notable being a kinetic sculpture created from a recycled chandelier. The book also includes a list of suggested resources that encompasses books, websites, organizations, and businesses that can aid readers interested in desert gardening and landscaping, and in water conservation.

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  Knead to Know - A History of Baking

  Neil Buttery

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  In Knead to Know: A History of Baking, food historian and chef Neil Buttery takes the reader on a journey exploring the creation, evolution and cultural importance of some of our most beloved baked foods, whether they be fit for a monarch's table, or served from the bakestone of a lowly farm labourer. This book charts innovations, happy accidents and some of the most downright bizarre baked foods ever created. 
   
   
  Everything has a history, but food history is special because it tells us so much about our culture and society, from the role of bread in the birth of human civilisation to the invention of the wedding cake, the creation of the whisk, or the purpose of the fish heads in a star-gazy pie. Food history encompasses it all. 
   
   
  When we think of the evolution of something, we think every step is an improvement, an incremental elevation toward some peak of perfection. This is not always the case. Sometimes things have to become simpler, knowledge is lost and skills are forgotten. As a baker of historical foods, Neil Buttery demonstrates that forgotten recipes and traditional techniques are often worth trying out (and mentions a few that should perhaps be left in the past).

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  Golden Glow: The Art of Beeswax...

  Amelia Parker

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  Golden Glow: The Art of Beeswax Alchemy teaches you the ageless technique of beeswax working. This in-depth book immerses you in the world of beeswax, revealing its illustrious past, inherent qualities, and myriad applications in producing environmentally friendly household and personal care items. This book includes thorough directions and inspiration for making a wide range of products, including candles, balms, soaps, scrubs, and more, whether you are a novice or an experienced artisan. 
  The book's sections explore the various aspects of beeswax, from comprehending its distinct qualities to resolving frequent problems, so that your creations are both aesthetically pleasing and useful. The book also highlights the significance of sustainability, providing advice on environmentally friendly packaging and aiding nearby beekeepers whose labor is vital to the survival of bee populations and the ecosystem. 
  Golden Glow encourages readers to embrace natural living and establish a connection with the environment through sustainable, thoughtful habits, going beyond basic craft tutorials. This book is ideal for people who want to make high-quality, environmentally friendly goods that complement both the body and the home since it emphasizes using beeswax as a natural, renewable resource. 
  To fully realize the possibilities of this remarkable substance, Golden Glow: The Art of Beeswax Alchemy offers all the information and inspiration you need, regardless of your interest in creating opulent candles, calming balms, or nourishing skincare products.

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