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On the Map: A Mind-Expanding Exploration of the Way the World Looks
Garfield, Simon
(Softcover)
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Imagine a world without maps. How would we travel? Could we own land? What would men and women argue about in cars? Scientists have even suggested that mapping - not language - is what elevated our prehistoric ancestors from ape-dom. Follow the history of maps from the early explorers’ maps and the awe-inspiring medieval Mappa Mundi to Google Maps and the satellite renderings on our smartphones, Garfield explores the unique way that maps relate and realign our history - and reflect the best and worst of what makes us human.Featuring a foreword by Dava Sobel and packed with fascinating tales of cartographic intrigue, outsize personalities, and amusing "pocket maps" on an array of subjects from how to fold a map to the strangest maps on the Internet, On the Map is a rich historical tapestry infused with Garfield’s signature narrative flair.
Gorgeous Wedding Hairstyles
Mayost, Eric
(Softcover)
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A gorgeous coiffure is a bride's crowning glory - and thanks to this fabulous how-to guide, she can have the hairstyle of her dreams without that expensive last-minute trip to a salon. Whether the desired look is elegantly classic or thoroughly modern, the book's step-by-step instructions and color photos make it easy to achieve flawless professional results. There are also beautiful hairstyles for all the other ladies of the bridal party, from the flower girls to the maid of honor.
If Democrats Had Any Brains, They'd Be Republicans
Coulter, Ann
(Paperback)
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A must-have for anyone who loves (or loves to hate) Ann Coulter.
Executor and Trustee Book (The Everything)
Wilson, Douglas D.
(Softcover)
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Essential information for executors or trustees for wills and trusts!Being appointed the task of carrying out the terms of a will or trust is daunting, especially if it's your first time. The good news is you won't have to figure it out alone. Certified Trust and Financial Advisor Douglas D. Wilson takes the worry out of the process and provides information on important responsibilities that must be performed after a loved one dies. This all-in-one guide includes information on:• Filing a will in court• Hiring a lawyer or doing it yourself• Notifying beneficiaries• Finding and managing the deceased's assets• Paying outstanding debts or taxesYou'll even find sample tax forms and step-by-step walk-throughs of what you'll need to know when overseeing asset distribution, terminating existing accounts, opening an estate bank account, and closing the estate. No matter your experience level, The Everything Executor and Trustee Book will be there to help you every step of the way!
Rules of Thumb: A Life Manual
Parker, Tom
(Softcover)
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A mix of folk wisdom, common sense, shared experience, the advice of experts, and the kind of group think that's made websites like Wikipedia so vital, Rules of Thumb is the impulsive compendium of 1,000 general principles that apply to every facet of life. Collected by Tom Parker for over 25 years, these are rules that are practical, quirky, and as entertaining to read as they are relevant to the reader. There's a rule of thumb for just about every subject imaginable - money, marriage, cooking, health, weather, cars, gardening, restaurants, travel. This is the priceless knowledge that's accumulated not from reading, but from living.
The Book of Humans: A Brief History of Culture, Sex, War, and the Evolution of Us
Rutherford, Adam
(Paperback)
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In this new evolutionary history, geneticist Adam Rutherford explores the profound paradox of the human animal. Looking for answers across the animal kingdom, he finds that many things once considered exclusively human are not: We aren’t the only species that “speaks,” makes tools, or has sex outside of procreation. Seeing as our genome is 98 percent identical to a chimpanzee’s, our DNA doesn’t set us far apart, either. How, then, did we develop the most complex culture ever observed? The Book of Humans proves that we are animals indeed—and reveals how we truly are extraordinary.
John Wayne: Lessons for My Children - Personal and Practical Advice for Raising Hardworking, Independent and Honorable Kids
Media Lab Books
(Softcover)
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John Wayne is renowned as having been a larger than life, yet his personal code was a simple one of loyalty, self-reliance, grit, honesty, patriotism and generosity.John Wayne: Lessons for My Children examines how Wayne used his beliefs to raise six lively kids into successful young adults, and how those lessons might be used by readers to help guide their own sons and daughters.Packed with stories from Duke’s children, quotes from Duke, himself, and analyses of key scenes from Duke’s films, plus dozens of touching, rousing and inspiring photos from Duke’s family life as well as his films, John Wayne: Lessons for My Children is a perfect gift for dads and Duke fans everywhere.The book itself is a stunning handbook with glossy pages, and a leatherette cover to ensure the book lasts for years and years. The perfect impulse purchase for Father’s Day or any day.
The Pocket Dictionary of Signing (Revised and Expanded Edition)
Butterworth, Rod R.
(Softcover)
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The pocket dictionary of signing is the simplest, most convenient alphabetized pocket guide to American Sign language (Ameslan). Arranged in an easy-to-use dictionary format, this revised edition of the Pocket Dictionary contains more than 600 signing entries with accompanying directions and illustrations. SC, 223 pages.
Skin Cleanse
Grigore, Adina
(Hardcover)
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From skincare expert and founder of the thriving organic skincare line SW Basics comes a comprehensive yet simple guide to switching to an all-natural skincare regime. As savvy consumers, we've become all too aware that products labeled as "healthy" and "all-natural" are actually full of processed ingredients. But what about the "natural" face wash or "organic moisturizer" we use on our skin every day? Like prepackaged food, many beauty products don't deliver the benefits they promise, and that eye-catching packaging camouflages a host of unhealthy ingredients. In Skin Cleanse, skincare expert Adina Grigore teaches us how to move to a true natural regimen, because when you detox from your skincare regimen, your body reaps the rewards. Skin Cleanse helps readers diagnose and understand the underlying causes of their individual skin problems and offers all-natural recipes--using inexpensive ingredients that can be found at the grocery store to treat them effectively. From learning about how diet and lifestyle factors affect the quality of your skin to examining what is in the dozens of products we use every day, Grigore helps you take control over what goes on your skin and shows you step-by-step how to develop healthy habits that will last a lifetime.
The New Roget's Thesaurus In Dictionary Form
Berkley Publishing Group
(Pocket Books)
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The New Roget's Thesaurus in Dictionary Form is the most authoritative, efficient, and practical word-finding tool ever devised. This edition contains thousands of new words, including colloquialism, slang and scientific terms. Each listing of a word contains the synonyms that best define it, plus a cross reference to at least one other word. If you have ever wracked your brains for a better word, or a more vivid or descriptive phrase, your search is over.
Table Manners: How to Behave in the Modern World and Why Bother
Tower, Jeremiah
(Hardcover)
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An authoritative and witty guide to modern table manners for all occasions by one of the world’s most acclaimed chefs and restaurateursWhen can you photograph your food? What do you do when you’re running late? What can you eat with your hands? Are you the guest who runs late and texts real-time updates? The diner with allergies or the host trying to accommodate them? The social media addict who can’t put your phone down at the restaurant? Whether your manners are a disaster or you simply need some fine-tuning, here is an authoritative and witty guide to table manners for everyone and every occasion.
365 Questions for Couples
Beck, Michael J.
(Paperback)
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Have you considered how many fun things you don't know about the partner you love? Do you ever wonder about your lover's first kiss, or their relationship with their best friend? Do you wish your partner would inquire about your past? Certainly, there are questions waiting inside of you. Now it's time to ask.
The Tricky Art of Co-Existing: How to Behave Decently No Matter What Life Throws Your Way
Toksvig, Sandi
(Paperback)
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"If you do it right, being a grown-up is just like being a kid . . . but without people telling you off." No one learns "etiquette" anymore (except by embarrassing trial and error). But manners are more than a dusty tradition: Done right, they make life easier--for everyone! That's why Sandi Toksvig highlights decency rather than convention in this entertaining guide, with: Spot-On Advice: "Remember--you don't have to answer the phone, so don't do it if you don't have time to be polite." Fascinating Trivia: "It is very rude to clear the plate of someone who hasn't finished. In fact, the Romans believed doing so would bring about the diner's sudden death." And Her Characteristic Wit: "Focusing on the people you share a meal with is both a pleasure and a necessity. Get to know your family members; you might even like them." Be the most decently behaved person in the room, and the most interesting: Master The Tricky Art of Co-Existing!
Weddings
Cowie, Colin
(Hardcover)
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Colin Cowie is today's most sought-after wedding planner - the man celebrities such as Paula Abdul, Lisa Kudrow, and Kenny G. turned to for unforgettable weddings. Now, in this beautiful yet consummately practical book, Cowie shares his matchless savvy, offering tips on every stage of wedding planning, from the guest list to the bridal gown to the decor and the music. 450 photos.
How We Eat with Our Eyes and Think with Our Stomach: The Hidden Influences That Shape Your Eating Habits
Muhl, Melanie
(Hardcover)
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A Belgian chocolate cake topped with a velvety homemade mousse catches your eye on the menu. The next thing you know, you’ve ordered it - despite the hefty price. But do you know why?Through over 40 compelling questions, this book explores how our eating decisions tread the line between conscious and subconscious, and enables us to be more intelligent about food. With expert insights that draw from psychology, neuroscience, popular culture, and more, learn to see the innumerable influences behind your diet and cravings - from the size and color of your plate, to the placement of products in a supermarket, to the order in which you sit when out with friends.And the chocolate cake? Would you believe research shows that regional descriptions (Belgian!) and emotive, sensory language (homemade! velvety!) subtly affect your appetite? Know what and why you eat, when and how you do - before you next sit down to dine!
Change Happens: A Compendium of Wisdom
Petras, Kathryn
(Softcover)
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Change.Exciting. But often painful. Exhilarating, but unsettling. Clarifying. Bewildering. Unpredictable, and yet inevitable. And usually all of those things at the same time.Like it or not, change happens, and when it does, here is a little book that offers true support - a collection of very wise words by very changed people who know just how you feel.
The Encyclopedia of Misinformation
Sorgatz, Rex
(Hardcover)
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The Encyclopedia of Fakery is a compendium of misinformation, deception, and self-delusion throughout history. The lens is wide—fakery is examined in the context of science and advertising, humor and law, sports and video games. Entries span eclectic topics: Artificial Intelligence, Auto-Tune, Chilean Sea Bass, Clickbait, Cognitive Dissonance, Cryptids, False Flag Operations, Gaslighting, Gerrymandering, Kayfabe, Laugh Tracks, Milli Vanilli, P.T. Barnum, Photoshopping, Potemkin Villages, Rachel Dolezal, Strategery, Truthiness, and the Uncanny Valley. From A to Z, this is the definitive guide to how we are tricked, and how we trick ourselves.
Collins German Concise Dictionary (5th Edition in Color)
Harpercollins Publishers Ltd.
(Paperback)
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Ideal for intermediate learners. Comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of all the words and phrases you need in German. Easy-to-use German grammar guide - the perfect complement to this dictionary. In-depth treatment of difficult words. Clear color layout and alphabet tabs help you find what you are looking for quickly and easily. Cultural notes provide insight into life in German-speaking countries.
Lucky in Love: Traditions, Customs, and Rituals to Personalize Your Wedding
Gage, Eleni N.
(Hardcover)
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Every engaged couple wants two things: a meaningful wedding and a lifetime of happiness. This great gift book is a cross-cultural collection of marriage folklore that will help you achieve both. Create your own lucky traditions with nods to each other’s heritage, customs from places you’ve visited together, and auspicious rituals that just feel special. Whether you are just engaged or you’re days away from tying the knot, you’ll gain insight every step of the way. With this book as your guide, you can make your own luck in love.
The Ultimate Scene and Monologue Sourcebook, Updated and Expanded Edition
Hooks, Ed (Edt)
(Paperback)
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All actors and acting teachers need this invaluable guide to finding just the right piece for every audition. The unique format of the book is ideal for acting teachers who want their students to understand each monologue in context. This remarkable book describes the characters, action, and mood for more than 1,000 scenes in over 300 plays. Using these guidelines, the actor can quickly pinpoint the perfect monologue, then find the text in the Samuel French or Dramatist Play Service edition of the play. Newly revised and expanded, the book includes the author's own assessment of each monologue.
This Book Is Overdue!: How Librarians and Cybrarians Can Save Us All (P.S.)
Johnson, Marilyn
(Softcover)
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Those who predicted the death of libraries forgot to consider that, in the automated maze of contemporary life, none of us - expert and hopelessly baffled alike - can get along without human help. And not just any help: we need librarians, the only ones who can save us from being buried by the digital age. This Book Is Overdue! is a romp through the ranks of information professionals - from the blunt and obscenely funny bloggers to the quiet, law-abiding librarians gagged by the FBI. These are the pragmatic idealists who fuse the tools of the digital age with their love for the written word and the enduring values of free speech, open access, and scout-badge-quality assistance to anyone in need.
Wombats Poop Cubes: Saturn Rains Diamonds, Pandas Fake Pregnancies, and Other Mind-Blowing Facts in Three Words or Less
Adams, Katie
(Hardcover)
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Learn the facts! In Katie Adams' Wombats Poop Cubes, you will encounter some of the most unbelievable, entertaining, and no-frills factoids ever.Each page features a fact broken down into just three words. Why? Because gimmicks are great, and so is getting to the point. If you crave more information beyond those three special words, check out the full backstory alongside the fact. Fill that brain of yours with memorable gems of truth to learn hundreds of new things, to become an unstoppable trivia partner, or for no particular reason at all.Included are shocking and concise truths such as:• Vikings rap battled.• Bees get drunk.• Abraham Lincoln wrestled.• Kangaroos can’t reverse.• Apples are roses.• Rabbits attacked Napoleon.Have some fun. Keep it short. Get some facts!
Philosophy, 2nd Edition (Harper Collins Dictionary)
Angeles, Peter A.
(Softcover)
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Timely and comprehensive, the latest title in the HarperReference dictionary series--a reliable informational resource for students. This dictionary provides the 250,000 students enrolled in philosophy courses this year an indispensable, one-stop source for the vast terminology on the subject.SC, 342 pages.
The Design Aglow Posing Guide for Wedding Photography
Hyde, Lena
(Softcover)
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Features one hundred ideas for wedding portraits designed to be engaging and memorable.
Manners That Matter Most: The Easy Guide to Etiquette At Home and In the World
Eding, June
(Paperback)
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Etiquette is one of the most valuable assets a person can have: knowing how best to present yourself, and how to deal with others in a direct, effective manner, is paramount in all personal, professional, and social relationships. Manners That Matter Most seeks to resurrect the bygone customs of good manners and graceful style; all while updating and applying them to the modern age.Covering topics from introductions, greetings and thank-you’s, to the etiquette of modern technology (including appropriate places and times to call and text), Manners That Matter Most is a valuable resource and a much-needed guide in our fast-paced world. Suitable for all readers in all social situations, Manners That Matter Most contains both the information and the support you need to gain and give more consideration in your social encounters. With an emphasis on graciousness and chivalry that lends the book its authoritative tone, Manners That Matter Most is the essential companion for anyone looking to put their best foot forward in any situation.
To the Letter: A Celebration of the Lost Art of Letter Writing
Garfield, Simon
(Paperback)
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The New York Times bestselling author of Just My Type and On the Map offers an ode to letter writing and its possible salvation in the digital age. Few things are as exciting - and potentially life-changing - as discovering an old letter. And while etiquette books still extol the practice, letter writing seems to be disappearing amid a flurry of e-mails, texting, and tweeting. The recent decline in letter writing marks a cultural shift so vast that in the future historians may divide time not between BC and AD but between the eras when people wrote letters and when they did not. So New York Times bestselling author Simon Garfield asks: Can anything be done to revive a practice that has dictated and tracked the progress of civilization for more than five hundred years? In To the Letter, Garfield traces the fascinating history of letter writing from the love letter and the business letter to the chain letter and the letter of recommendation. He provides a tender critique of early letter-writing manuals and analyzes celebrated correspondence from Erasmus to Princess Diana. He also considers the role that letters have played as a literary device from Shakespeare to the epistolary novel, all the rage in the eighteenth century and alive and well today with bestsellers like The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society. At a time when the decline of letter writing appears to be irreversible, Garfield is the perfect candidate to inspire bibliophiles to put pen to paper and create “a form of expression, emotion, and tactile delight we may clasp to our heart.”
Now I Know: The Soviets Invaded Wisconsin?!
Lewis, Dan
(Hardcover)
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A brand-new collection of fascinating facts spanning history and sports to science and pop culture that will have you proudly stating, “Now I know!”Did you know that a measles outbreak led to the assigning of phone numbers? How about the fact that pirates are the reason we don’t use the metric system in the United States? Or that there’s actually a reason why stepping on a LEGO hurts so damn much?Now I Know: Soviets Invaded Wisconsin?! is the ultimate challenge for even the biggest trivia buff. From the time a tomato plant stood up to a volcano to Portland’s great garbage battle of 2002, this book will put your general knowledge to the test and explain the most fascinating stories behind the world’s greatest facts.Based on the very popular newsletter, you are guaranteed to learn something new despite how much you already think you know. Covering 100 topics, Now I Know: Soviets Invaded Wisconsin?! will surprise any know-it-all who thinks they have nothing new to learn.
Blah, Blah, Blah: What To Do When Words Don't Work
Roam, Dan
(Hardcover)
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Ever been to so many meetings that you couldn't get your work done? Ever fallen asleep during a bulletpoint presentation? Ever watched the news and ended up knowing less? Welcome to the land of Blah Blah Blah. The Problem: We talk so much that we don't think very well. Powerful as words are, we fool ourselves when we think our words alone can detect, describe, and defuse the multifaceted problems of today. They can't-and that's bad, because words have become our default thinking tool. The Solution: This book offers a way out of blah-blah-blah. It's called "Vivid Thinking." In Dan Roam's first acclaimed book, The Back of the Napkin, he taught readers how to solve problems and sell ideas by drawing simple pictures. Now he proves that Vivid Thinking is even more powerful. This technique combines our verbal and visual minds so that we can think and learn more quickly, teach and inspire our colleagues, and enjoy and share ideas in a whole new way. The Destination: No more blah-blah-blah. Through Vivid Thinking, we can make the most complicated subjects suddenly crystal clear. Whether trying to understand a Harvard Business School class, or what went down in the Conan versus Leno battle for late-night TV, or what Einstein thought about relativity, Vivid Thinking provides a way to clarify anything. Through dozens of guided examples, Roam proves that anyone can apply this systematic approach, from leftbrain types who hate to draw to right-brainers who hate to write. This isn't just a book about improving communications, presentations, and ideation; it's about removing the blah-blah- blah from your life for good.
The 8-Week Healthy Skin Diet
Fischer, Karen
(Softcover)
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How to unlock the secrets of beautiful skin. Whatever the skin type, whatever the skin condition, the reader will find all the help needed to ensure healthy skin in this new book. Every skin condition -- whether minimal or out of control -- can be improved and look fantastic within 8 weeks simply by following this holistic, natural approach. Everyone can gain health benefits from being on the Healthy Skin Diet because it is a commonsense program for lifestyle change, designed to fit into anyone's life. The plan is based on an anti-inflammatory eating program that was originally designed for dealing with eczema. Along the way it was also discovered to be highly effective in helping the following skin conditions: psoriasis, rosacea, dandruff, acne, cellulite, hives, premature aging and wrinkles, dull /sallow complexion, bags under the eyes, pigmentation, dark circles under the eyes, and dermatitis/contact dermatitis. There is a specific program to target each skin condition as well as more than 100 delicious, nutritious recipes in menu plans that provide all the tools needed for healthy, beautiful skin. Fischer's guidelines include: Think Green and Friendly Eat Moisturizing Foods Eat Less! Be a Sleeping Beauty Sweat for 15 minutes Each Day Have a Good Skin-Care Routine Become a Hat Person Relax and Make Peace With Your Body. These programs and good nutrition develop beautiful skin from the inside out.
First Aid at Sea (7th Edition)
Justins, Douglas
(Wire Coil/Wire Combination)
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This fully updated new edition of First Aid at Sea provides an easy-to-access instant guide to emergency first aid for all seafarers:- Color coded thumb index of emergencies for quick reference- Concise descriptions of medical conditions- Prioritized list of treatments- Ringbinding and waterproofed pages to withstand use at sea
The Bride's Essential Mini 411: Checklists, Calendars, Contacts
Nebens, Amy
(Softcover)
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Small enough to fit in a tiny purse, yet big enough to hold every necessary name, number, and date, this is the 411 every busy bride will call on! It includes planning checklists that begin more than a year before the wedding and go beyond saying "I do," as well as tabs for quick access to the contacts and calendar sections and ample space for notes on every page. With this pocket pal in hand, it's easy for brides to plan the wedding of their dreams.
Weird New York: Your Guide to New York's Local Legends and Best Kept Secrets
Gethard, Chris
(Softcover)
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It's called the Empire State because, as any New Yorker will tell you, it's the state by which all others are measured. And it certainly takes the cake for odd legends, bizarre beasts, and twisted mysteries. Go say hi to Jumper and Grumpy at America's largest pet cemetery. Avoid the screaming and gunshots of House Road, but do sample the Jell-O Museum in Le Roy. And next time you're in Staten Island, beware of Bigfoot - he's found his way out there.
Bullsh*t: 500 Mind-Blowing Lies We Still Believe
Adams, Katie
(Hardcover)
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Compelling trivia for our age of disinformation.American culture is awash in lies. Despite the fact that we have the truth at our fingertips at all times, Americans still believe lies about everything from health to politics to science to business. Kate Adams's clever trivia book debunks the 500 most common untruths and shows readers why we are all so susceptible to misinformation, and also includes a chapter on facts that are true, but seem like bullsh*t.
Humanimal: How Homo sapiens Became Nature's Mos Paradoxical Creature
Rutherford, Adam
(Hardcover)
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Evolutionary theory has long established that humans are animals: Modern Homo sapiens are primates who share an ancestor with monkeys and other great apes. Our genome is 98 percent identical to a chimpanzee’s. And yet we think of ourselves as exceptional. Are we?In this original and entertaining tour of life on Earth, Adam Rutherford explores the profound paradox of the “human animal.” Looking for answers across the animal kingdom, he finds that many things once considered exclusively human are not: In Australia, raptors have been observed starting fires to scatter prey; in Zambia, a chimp named Julie even started a “fashion” of wearing grass in one ear. We aren’t the only species that communicates, makes tools, or has sex for reasons other than procreation. But we have developed a culture far more complex than any other we’ve observed. Why has that happened, and what does it say about us?Humanimal is a new evolutionary history - a synthesis of the latest research on genetics, sex, migration, and much more. It reveals what unequivocally makes us animals - and also why we are truly extraordinary.
Random House Webster's Crossword Puzzle Dictionary (4th Edition)
Elliott, Stephen P. (Edt)
(Softcover)
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Looking for the creator of Alias or the cast members of Lost? Searching for the monetary units of Afghanistan or the author of Cold Mountain? How about a four-letter opera or an eight-letter flower? The languages spoken in Vanuatu? The meaning of obiit or forilegium? It's all here. Thoroughly updated and revised by editor Stephen P. Elliott, with hundreds of new entries and thousands of new clue and answer words, the Random House Webster's Crossword Puzzle Dictionary presents an organized compendium of facts from a broad spectrum of disciplines, including science, history, technology, sports, literature, and the arts.
Viva La Repartee
Grothe, Mardy
(Hardcover)
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For most of us, that perfect retort or witty reply often escapes us when we need it most, only to come to mind with perfect clarity when it's too late to be useful. The twentieth-century writer Heywood Broun described this all-too-common phenomenon when he wrote "Repartee is what we wish we'd said." In Viva la Repartee, Dr. Mardy Grothe, author of Oxymoronica, has lovingly assembled a collection of masterfully composed - and perfectly timed - replies that have turned the tables on opponents and adversaries. This delightful volume is a celebration of the most impressive retorts, ripostes, rejoinders, comebacks, quips, ad-libs, bon mots, off-the-cuff comments, wisecracks, and other clever remarks ever to come out of the mouths - and from the pens - of people throughout history.
Roget's Thesaurus of Words for Intellectuals: Synonyms, Antonyms, and Related Terms Every Smart Person Should Know How to Use
Olsen, David
(Paperback)
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Have you struggled for just the right phrase when grappling with a class assignment? Crafting an office memo, do you want greater clarity and concision? Pounding away at a last-minute blog entry, haven't you ever thought, There has to be a better word for this? Now there is.Under the time-tested and respected banner of Roget's Thesaurus, here is an array of words and their definitions organized by meaning. With this volume at your side, you need never be stalled or stymied for an appropriate expression, whether speaking of the higher reaches of philosophy or holding forth on art, music, or poetry--or other highbrow pastimes.The more you expand your vocabulary, the richer and clearer your writing and conversation will become. And the better you'll be able to say exactly what you mean, joining intellectual discussions with confidence that you've found just the right words.
The Modern Gentleman: A Guide to Essential Manners, Savvy, and Vice (Second Edition)
Mollod, Phineas
(Paperback)
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Refine your cool with this quintessential sourcebook of manners and mischief. Author–raconteurs Phineas Mollod and Jason Tesauro offer timely advice and timeless wisdom for adventurous gents curious about:JAZZ & FLASKMANSHIP FRIENDS & GAFFES DATING & ENTERTAINING TWEETIQUETTE & MODERN LIT TUXEDOS & TATTOOS CAVIAR & CRASH PADSBYO, BBQ & IOUsWith new sections covering the Digital Man, the Local Epicure, and the Bespoke Gent, this second edition provides a panoramic snapshot of the enlightened modern man: witty and poignant, traditional but tech savvy, flirtatious yet courtly. So roll up your yoga mat, uncork a Barolo, spin some vinyl, and crack open this freshly updated edition of The Modern Gentleman: your Man Cycle is peaking.
The Movie Book of Answers
Bolt, Carol
(Hardcover)
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An updated, repackaged edition of the bestselling divination tool and party favorite - ask a yes or no question, open the book, and discover your answer in the form of quotations from the world's most iconic films.Still looking for a way to know what tomorrow will bring? Here's where you'll find the answers that only Hollywood could provide. A party favorite, this fun, weirdly wise little book is for you. The Movie Book of Answers contains answers from over 150 films, including advice from classics such as Casablanca ("Maybe not today. Maybe not tomorrow, but soon."), and pithy gems from modern blockbusters like Fargo ("You're darned tootin'!"). So what are you waiting for?... Go ahead-ask your question.
Weedopedia: An A to Z Guide to All Things Marijuana
Adams Media
(Hardcover)
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Discover everything you’ve ever wanted to know about marijuana all in one place with this authoritative A-to-Z guide to cannabis!What’s a wake and bake? Who is Mitch Hedberg? What does Louisa May Alcott have to do with cannabis? And what exactly is the difference between a bong and a bubbler?Now you can “weed” all about it and find all the answers and more with this entertaining and updated edition of Weedopedia, your guide to everything marijuana - from the best movies to watch while high to cannabis slang and terminology.Whether you’re interested in learning more about all things marijuana, or if you want something entertaining to read while enjoying a toke, this book is the one-stop-shop for all your weed-related needs.
Collins French Concise Dictionary (7th Edition)
Collins
(Paperback)
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Comprehensive coverage of all the words you need.Clear layout and in-depth treatment of difficult words.Practical tips on spoken and written French, including spelling pitfalls, make this the ideal dictionary for intermediate and advanced learners.An encyclopedia-style supplement with facts on famous historical people from the French-speaking world, including a timeline, gives the background information you need to understand French culture.A real-world communication supplement, with material on Internet banking, social networking, and mobile phones.
Reader's Digest Use Your Words
Reader's Digest
(Paperback)
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Find new ways to use your words with selections from reader favorites Quotable Quotes and Word Power, columns that have run in Reader's Digest magazine for more than seventy years. In these pages, you'll find the best wit and wisdom from our brightest minds, along with more than fifty quizzes to enrich your vocabulary. With this gem in your hands you'll never be at a loss for just the right word.
Famous Last Words
Robinson, Ray (Edt)
(Hardcover)
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Surprising, sometimes funny, often inspiring, here are the last recorded words uttered by more than 150 notables throughout history. Each quote is accompanied by a short bio of the person who said it. The book is organized by category based on the mood the person was in when their last words were spoken: Business As Usual, Cranky, Pity, Vain, Optimistic, Overly Optimistic, and more. It's the best and most surprising collection ever of famous last words and the last words of the famous.
It's All about The Dress
Fenoli, Randy
(Hardcover)
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Every bride wants to feel beautiful and wants to have her dress express the essence of who she is. Now choosing the perfect thing to wear on that special day is easier than ever! Drawing on his experience as fashion director at Kleinfeld Bridal, Randy Fenoli has written a guidebook bursting with insights and inspiration for helping brides-to-be determine what story they want their dress to tell. IT'S ALL ABOUT THE DRESS covers: -Suggestions on flattering cuts, fabrics, and styles for every body type -Price ranges and budget -Trains, veils, headpieces, undergarments, and accessories -Insider secrets on managing the bridal dress appointment -Options for bridesmaids, mother of the bride, and more! Featuring 100 inspiring photos plus invaluable tips on how to deal with bridal dress 911's, IT'S ALL ABOUT THE DRESS is the ultimate sourcebook no bride-to-be should say "I do" without!
Liberte Egalite Beyonce
Davis, John
(Hardcover)
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Liberté Egalité Beyoncé brings Queen Bey's most inspiring and empowering quotes, and moments of fierceness together, along with stunning illustrations, to help you slay every day.
English Lit 101: From Jane Austen to George Orwell and the Enlightenment to Realism, an essential guide to Britain's greatest writers and works (Adams
Boone, Brian
(Hardcover)
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A guide to the greats in British literature!From Mary Shelley's Frankenstein and Charles Dickens' Tiny Tim to Jane Austen's Mr. Darcy and Shakespeare's Juliet, British authors have created some of the most compelling characters in all of literature. But too often, textbooks reduce these vibrant voices to boring summaries that would put even an English dean to sleep.English Lit 101 is an engaging and comprehensive guide through the major players in American literature. From romanticism to modernism and every literary movement in between, this primer is packed with hundreds of entertaining tidbits and concepts, along with easy-to-understand explanations on why each author's work was important then and still relevant now. So whether you're looking for a refresher course on key English literature or want to learn about it for the first time, English Lit 101 has all the answers--even the ones you didn't know you were looking for.
America the Ingenious: How a Nation of Dreamers, Immigrants, and Tinkerers Changed the World
Baker, Kevin
(Hardcover)
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All made in America: The skyscraper and subway car. The telephone and telegraph. The safety elevator and safety pin. Plus the microprocessor, amusement park, MRI, supermarket, Pennsylvania rifle, and Tennessee Valley Authority. Not to mention the city of Chicago or jazz or that magnificent Golden Gate Bridge.What is it about America that makes it a nation of inventors, tinkerers, researchers, and adventurers - obsessive pursuers of the never-before-created? And, equally, what is it that makes America such a fertile place to explore, discover, and launch the next big thing?In America the Ingenious, bestselling author Kevin Baker brings his gift of storytelling and eye for historical detail to the grand, and grandly entertaining, tale of American innovation. Here are the Edisons and Bells and Carnegies, and the stories of how they followed their passions and changed our world. And also the less celebrated, like Jacob Youphes and Loeb Strauss, two Jewish immigrants from Germany who transformed the way at least half the world now dresses (hint: Levi Strauss). And Leo Fender, who couldn’t play a note of music, midwifing rock ’n’ roll through his solid-body electric guitar and amplifier. And the many women who weren’t legally recognized as inventors, but who created things to make their lives easier that we use every day - like Josephine Cochran, inventor of the dishwasher, or Marion O’Brien Donovan, who invented a waterproof diaper cover. Or a guy with the improbable name of Philo Farnsworth, who, with his invention of television, upended communication as significantly as Gutenberg did.At a time when America struggles with different visions of what it wants to be, America the Ingenious shows the extraordinary power of what works: how immigration leads to innovation, what a strong government and strong public education mean to a climate of positive practical change, and why taking the long view instead of looking for short-term gain pays off many times over, not only for investors and inventors, but for the rest of us whose lives are made better by the new.America and its nation of immigrants have excelled at taking ideas from anywhere and transforming them into the startling, often unexpectedly beautiful creations that have shaped our world. This is that story.
Make Up: Your Life Guide to Beauty, Style, and Success--Online and Off
Phan, Michelle
(Hardcover)
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Michelle Phan has believed in makeup since the first time she was allowed to try eyeliner. When she looked in the mirror and saw a transformed version of herself looking back, she fell in love with the sense of confidence that makeup could give her. Ever since she posted her first makeup tutorial on YouTube, she has dedicated herself to inspire millions by using makeup as a tool for transformation and self expression. Now, Michelle has compiled all of her best wisdom into Make Up: Your Life Guide to Beauty, Style, and Success - Online and Off. From creating a gorgeous smoky eye to understanding contouring to developing an online persona, Michelle has advice to help you transform every facet of your life. Make Up is packed with Michelle’s trademark beauty and style tutorials, stories and pictures from her own life, and advice on the topics she is asked about most, including etiquette, career, entrepreneurship, and creativity. From the everyday (such as how to get glowing skin) to the big picture (such as how to turn your passion into a profession), Make Up is a practical and empowering resource to help anyone put their best face forward.
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