Monaco Puts on the Green
A stroll through Monaco's mosaic of greenery, from the Princess Grace Rose Garden and the Jardin Exotique to the zen oasis of the Japanese Garden In Monaco Puts on the Green, readers are taken on a guided tour of green-clad Monaco, with 20% of its surface area covered in public and private green spaces. Walk from one tree to another on the monolith that is the Rock of Monaco, at the foot of which exists a thousand-year-old grotto. Explore the lush Parc Paysager de Fontvieille, whose rose garden is home to 450 varieties from all over the world. Or discover the private gardens of the Prince's Palace of Monaco and Roc Agel, whose stunning nature is rarely seen by the public. With support from Prince Albert II, Monaco is committed to the fight against deforestation and to protecting biodiversity. This book chronicles the history and evolution of the principality's plants, with full-color photographs highlighting the green spaces' style, beauty, and artistry.
Taming Wild
Discover the transformative path to training horses without tools, force, or food--just trust, timing, and freedom.In Taming Wild, acclaimed horsewoman Elsa Sinclair shares the deeply personal and groundbreaking journey that led to the creation of Freedom Based Training--a method built on mutual respect and choice, not domination. What began as a daring experiment with an untouched Mustang named Myrnah evolved into a globally acclaimed documentary and now, a powerful, page-turning memoir.This book chronicles Sinclair's decades-long struggle with traditional training methods and her quest to find a better way--a way that felt right to both horse and human. Through compelling stories and honest introspection, she invites readers behind the scenes of her revolutionary year-long project with Myrnah: no ropes, no halters, no treats--just the freedom to say "no" and the hope that "yes" would come.You'll explore: - The emotional and ethical dilemmas of mainstream horse training- The principles of Freedom Based Training and how they evolved- The raw, unfiltered triumphs and setbacks of forging trust without coercion- Practical insights for applying this approach to your own horsemanshipWhether you're a lifelong equestrian, an advocate for animal welfare, or simply someone seeking a deeper bond with your horse, Taming Wild offers an inspiring new perspective that dares to ask: What if training could be a choice built on trust and understanding
From Beginning to End
"I wrote From Beginning to End to honor a love that never wavered, expose the injustice we endured, and give voice to those silenced by Alzheimer's and elder care abuse in assisted living facilities." When Dr. Edna E. Craven's soulmate was diagnosed with Alzheimer's, she vowed to walk with him through every stage of the disease. But nothing could have prepared her for the devastating abuse and systemic failure he would suffer in an environment meant to protect him - yet became both a silence and an urgent cry for reform in elder care within assisted living facilities.
Sabrina's Little ABC Book of Gardening
Popular columnist, broadcaster and landscape gardener Sabrina Hahn has written a pocket-sized guide jam-packed with handy hints about gardening. Drawing on years of experience, Sabrina has tips on how to care for our most popular plants while avoiding common pitfalls.
From Beginning to End
"I wrote From Beginning to End to honor a love that never wavered, expose the injustice we endured, and give voice to those silenced by Alzheimer's and elder care abuse in assisted living facilities." When Dr. Edna E. Craven's soulmate was diagnosed with Alzheimer's, she vowed to walk with him through every stage of the disease. But nothing could have prepared her for the devastating abuse and systemic failure he would suffer in an environment meant to protect him - yet became both a silence and an urgent cry for reform in elder care within assisted living facilities.
Pocket Nature: Fruit Harvesting
A charmingly illustrated pocket guide to cultivating a deep appreciation for nature's bounty through fruit foraging. When we harvest fruit seasonally, we're reminded that good things can't be rushed, and that life's offerings are best at their peak. In this sweet guide, learn the fundamentals of year-round fruit picking, including: Where, when, and how to look for fruit The etiquette of gathering on public land How to put your haul to good use And much more. Here is a collection of fun, accessible projects, including concocting your own ink or making a delicious fruit leather or syrup. Or, with no planning required, you can simply eat berries straight from the branch on a sunny day. Fruit Harvesting is your permission to savor life's simple pleasures. EASY WAY TO GET OUTSIDE: In our stressful times, people are finding that spending more time outdoors is a great way to escape and unwind. Fruit foraging is an enjoyable pastime that gets you outside, moves your body, and calms your mind. With mindful activities sprinkled throughout, Fruit Harvesting is more than a foraging field guide; it is also an invitation to spend more time in nature and away from screens and tech. GREAT GIFT BOOK: Petite, gorgeously illustrated, and written in an inviting tone, this approachable guide makes a great gift or self-purchase for nature and fruit lovers. Package the book with a foraging basket, garden clippers, a lovely fruit bowl, or other books in the Pocket Nature series for a delightful anytime gift. COLLECTIBLE NATURE SERIES: The topics covered in the Pocket Nature series are perennial--flowers, beaches, clouds, and sunsets will always be there to enjoy and admire. Collect them all to grow a charming collection that looks great on your bookshelf. Perfect for: Fruit lovers and home gardeners Nature enthusiasts, walkers, and hikers Conservationists and environmentalists Mindfulness practitioners, meditators, and anyone seeking simple practices for stress management Anyone looking for a birthday, Mother's Day, Father's Day, holiday, or just-because gift for nature-loving family and friends
Garment cutting in the twentieth century
A single thread, drawn through cloth a century ago, can still shape the garments of today. Within these restored pages, the lost artistry of early 1900s garment making is vividly revived, offering both a tactile sense of history and a practical guide for those entranced by the evolution of sewing technique. Here, the intricate world of pattern drafting methods and tailoring techniques from the twentieth century unfolds, revealing how fashion students and costume makers alike once learned to transform fabric into enduring style. Every chapter serves as a window into clothing design history, capturing the ingenuity and precision of a bygone era when dressmaking was both a necessity and an art form. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations, ensuring that the knowledge and craftsmanship detailed within are not lost to time. The text stands as a vital sewing technique reference, meticulously chronicling the construction of garments in a period that shaped modern wardrobes. Readers seeking a garment construction guide will discover not only the technical processes but also the cultural context that influenced silhouettes, materials, and methods. For those delving into historical fashion studies or assembling a vintage sewing manual collection, the content resonates as both a scholarly resource and a hands-on companion. More than a simple facsimile, this edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure. Its pages invite exploration from casual readers curious about dressmaking history compendiums to devoted costume makers searching for authentic, period-accurate techniques. The enduring relevance of these insights ensures that the book belongs on the shelf of anyone passionate about the roots of fashion, the craft of tailoring, or the preservation of design heritage.
Home
Home: DIY Recipes for a Toxin-Free, Low-Waste Life is a compendium of eco-friendly tips, tricks and recipes for the home - including natural cleaning and body care products, as well as delicious plant-based food alternatives. An updated edition of bestselling title, this book is a modern reference for anyone who wants to ditch their joyless supermarket habit, reduce plastic waste and save money ... and the world. With more than 60 recipes, chapters include: home; kitchen, bathroom; laundry; home; tools and rituals; and body, Home taps into people's ever-growing awareness of the consequences their buying choices have on the environment - and the fact that sometimes small steps and buying decisions can help drive significant change. Every room of the house is considered in this book (stain remover in the laundry, shower cleaner in the bathroom, dishwashing liquid in the kitchen) and presents alternatives to store-bought cleaning products, as well as a comprehensive chapter on body care (from toothpaste to shampoo to foaming hand wash). Readers will also be treated to a handful of recipes for Harriet's favorite money-saving kitchen staples including oaty seed loaf, coconut yoghurt and pickled veg. Home celebrates a slower, more frugal and thoughtful life - one that benefits not only the inhabitant of the home, but the world.
Luxurious Bathing
Steam curls above porcelain basins, sunlight glints on polished brass taps, and the faint trace of lavender lingers in the air-a world where bathing was not mere routine, but a ritual steeped in elegance, privacy, and social meaning. In the heart of Victorian England, the act of bathing became a mirror reflecting the era's shifting attitudes towards health, morality, and refinement. This evocative historical non-fiction book invites readers into the intimate chambers and public bathhouses of nineteenth century Britain, revealing how the pursuit of cleanliness shaped both the body and the soul. Drawing on rich period detail, it explores the evolution of bathing rituals history and the intricate social customs of the Victorian era, from the elaborate etiquette surrounding the morning toilette to the communal experiences in city bathhouses. Every page immerses you in the textures, scents, and sensibilities of a society awakening to new ideas about hygiene and public health. The book's meticulous account of nineteenth century hygiene offers not just a chronicle of cleanliness, but a fascinating lens into British cultural history, where the simple act of a bath could signal status, virtue, or rebellion. This volume, out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions, stands as a testament to the enduring curiosity about how the Victorians lived, bathed, and understood themselves. Restored for today's and future generations, it captivates history enthusiasts and academic researchers alike, while its literary grace and period authenticity make it a prized addition to any collection of Victorian era books. More than a reprint, this edition is a collector's item and a cultural treasure-an invitation to step into the scented steam of the past and rediscover the rituals that shaped nineteenth century Britain.
Ditching, Ditching, Ditching
This booklet describes many years of struggling to make flying in a helicopter over water much safer. It analyses why, still in 2026, if you ditch, the awful statistic is that around 20% of crew and passengers will not survive, principally due to drowning. It is hoped that aircrew, passengers, scientists, engineers, clothing designers, regulators, and anyone interested in flight safety will find value in its contents and be able to read it without difficulty.Dr. Christopher Brooks, physician, scientist, inventor and historian, enjoyed an extensive and highly satisfying medical career in the navy, industry and private practice. From one extreme to another-service in a Polaris nuclear submarine to dangling from the hoist of the revered old Sea King to service at the Transportation Appeal Tribunal of Canada-after 57 years, he has tied up alongside and finished with main engines and steering.
Ditching, Ditching, Ditching
This booklet describes many years of struggling to make flying in a helicopter over water much safer. It analyses why, still in 2026, if you ditch, the awful statistic is that around 20% of crew and passengers will not survive, principally due to drowning. It is hoped that aircrew, passengers, scientists, engineers, clothing designers, regulators, and anyone interested in flight safety will find value in its contents and be able to read it without difficulty.Dr. Christopher Brooks, physician, scientist, inventor and historian, enjoyed an extensive and highly satisfying medical career in the navy, industry and private practice. From one extreme to another-service in a Polaris nuclear submarine to dangling from the hoist of the revered old Sea King to service at the Transportation Appeal Tribunal of Canada-after 57 years, he has tied up alongside and finished with main engines and steering.
I Miss You Already
Have you gone through the grueling experience of watching your beloved pet enter the pre-boarding flight over the Rainbow Bridge? You cry out to cancel their fl ight. You are desperate to stop them from boarding... you try everything imaginable... but to your horror, you fi nally realize you cannot. control. death. You are facingwhat feels like the most unbearable loss, and the grief that follows loss actually begins here... before your beloved pet is gone. This is known as anticipatory grief: the shock and angst of watching it "coming around the corner." We naturally start grieving as we watch our beloved's impending loss. We can't escape loss, nor the grief that follows. Yet, we live in a world where grief is not well understood, navigated, valued, supported, or healed-especially related to pet loss. Hence, many people don't know how to deal with their grief, nor that of others. That's why I wrote this book sharing my deeply personal journeythrough anticipatory and post-loss grief after losing both of my beloved dogs within nine months of each other. Using my clinical expertise through the lens of my fi rsthand experience, this book is designed to inform, guide, and comfort you through every experience of anticipatory grief-helping you navigate the emotions, make meaningful choices, and experience personal growth along the way. You are not alone. I Miss You Already inspires the courage it requires to prepare for such an "inconsolable" loss, providing the roadmap to do so. Imagine Lifting UP(R) not putting down your beloved pet. It's transformational healing in the most profound way. We cannot only "get past" our grief, but we can growbeyond grief and rise to resilience. I invite you to allow this heartfelt map to lead the way. "Nancy Gordon taps into her many years as a licensed clinical social worker, a grief expert and of course, a dedicated pet mom in this must-read book that really explains grief and the healing process. Her determination and guidance to help all of us deal with grief comes through in every chapter. I highly recommend this book!" Arden Moore, founder of Four Legged Life.com
I Miss You Already
Have you gone through the grueling experience of watching your beloved pet enter the pre-boarding flight over the Rainbow Bridge? You cry out to cancel their fl ight. You are desperate to stop them from boarding... you try everything imaginable... but to your horror, you fi nally realize you cannot. control. death. You are facingwhat feels like the most unbearable loss, and the grief that follows loss actually begins here... before your beloved pet is gone. This is known as anticipatory grief: the shock and angst of watching it "coming around the corner." We naturally start grieving as we watch our beloved's impending loss. We can't escape loss, nor the grief that follows. Yet, we live in a world where grief is not well understood, navigated, valued, supported, or healed-especially related to pet loss. Hence, many people don't know how to deal with their grief, nor that of others. That's why I wrote this book sharing my deeply personal journeythrough anticipatory and post-loss grief after losing both of my beloved dogs within nine months of each other. Using my clinical expertise through the lens of my fi rsthand experience, this book is designed to inform, guide, and comfort you through every experience of anticipatory grief-helping you navigate the emotions, make meaningful choices, and experience personal growth along the way. You are not alone. I Miss You Already inspires the courage it requires to prepare for such an "inconsolable" loss, providing the roadmap to do so. Imagine Lifting UP(R) not putting down your beloved pet. It's transformational healing in the most profound way. We cannot only "get past" our grief, but we can growbeyond grief and rise to resilience. I invite you to allow this heartfelt map to lead the way. "Nancy Gordon taps into her many years as a licensed clinical social worker, a grief expert and of course, a dedicated pet mom in this must-read book that really explains grief and the healing process. Her determination and guidance to help all of us deal with grief comes through in every chapter. I highly recommend this book!" Arden Moore, founder of Four Legged Life.com
From Balcony to Plate in 30 Days
Garden to Table in 30 Days shows hobby cooks how to grow the herbs, greens, and microgreens they actually use, right where they live. From a sunny windowsill to a small balcony, this beginner-friendly guide proves that fresh ingredients can be grown, harvested, and cooked in as little as one month.Full color photographs and beautiful sketches are used troughout.Designed for people who love cooking but have limited space, this book delivers a clear, practical system that connects growing directly to everyday cooking. In just 30 days, readers learn how to go from empty pots to fresh basil, salad greens, and microgreens ready for the plate.Inside, readers will discover: How to set up a small edible garden using only a few containers and common suppliesClear guidance explains what grows best on balconies and windowsillsHow much light is actually neededHow to avoid the most common beginner mistakes that cause plants to fail. The heart of the book is a realistic 30-day planting and harvest plan designed for beginners. Week by week, readers are guided through exactly what to plant, where to place it, and when to harvest. Because small-space growing comes with challenges, the guide includes clear troubleshooting for the most common problems. Readers learn how to identify and handle pests like aphids and spider mites, how to fix yellowing leaves, and how to avoid overwatering. Food safety is addressed clearly and responsibly.The tone is encouraging, practical, and honest. There are no unrealistic promises or complicated techniques.Garden to Table in 30 Days is ideal for: Hobby cooks who want fresher ingredients without a full gardenApartment dwellers and renters with balconies or windowsillsBeginners who feel intimidated by traditional gardening booksReaders interested in seasonal, homegrown cookingGift buyers looking for a practical and inspiring food-focused bookWhether the goal is better salads, more flavorful weeknight meals, or the satisfaction of cooking with something grown at home, this book offers a clear and achievable path.Fresh food starts closer than you think.
Mediterranean Living
Be inspired by new and superbly renovated homes and studios across the Mediterranean, from Provence to Italy, Greece, Portugal, and beyond Travel to the heart of the Mediterranean and be inspired by the unique homes and ateliers of celebrated artists, architects, designers, and artisans from all over the region. Spanning Provence and Corsica to Italy, Croatia, the Balearic Islands, Greece, and Portugal, these varied residences and studios immerse readers in the diverse architectural and decorative styles of Southern Europe, blending authenticity with modernity, natural tones with muted hues, raw materials with delicacy, and sunlight with the sea. Author Laurence Dougier and photographer Nicolas Math矇us explore minimalist houses designed by a rising generation of architects, including Block 727, More Design Studio, and Atelier du Pont; chic, bohemian cabins in Comporta designed by the renowned decorator Jacques Grange; a former mill restored by the dynamic designer Piet Hein Eek; a palazzo adorned with marvelous frescoes near Florence; rustic yet refined masserias in Puglia; a reimagined defensive tower on the island of Lopud in Croatia; agro-ecological fincas in the Balearic Islands with their irresistible dolce far niente vibe; and a perched paradise on the island of Mykonos. Some brand-new, some renovated gems, each one offers a new experience of Mediterranean style and inspiration for homes everywhere. Sustainability is integral to Vendome's publishing process. All materials used in our books are 100% FSC-certified and we are proud to be a brand partner of Trees for the Future (https: //trees.org), supporting global communities through sustainable land use. By planting trees, we help create thriving regional economies, robust food systems, and a healthier planet.
Fun Training & Games for Dogs
Training a dog doesn't have to feel like work, and learning doesn't have to feel like pressure.Dog Training & Games is a joyful, practical guide that shows families how to train, bond with, and truly enjoy their dogs through play-based learning, simple games, and everyday activities. Designed for real life, this book transforms essential dog training skills into fun, confidence-building experiences that dogs and humans look forward to sharing.Covering everything from house training, loose-leash walking, polite greetings, recall, and impulse control to brain games, enrichment activities, confidence-building exercises, and family-friendly challenges, this book blends modern canine science with warmth, humor, and clarity. Each chapter offers easy-to-follow games and techniques that help dogs learn faster, feel safer, and stay emotionally balanced-without harsh methods or complicated routines.Ideal for families, children, first-time dog owners, experienced owners, educators, and anyone who works or lives with dogs, Dog Training & Games emphasizes communication, trust, and connection rather than strict obedience. The book is equally suited as a training resource, a reference guide, an educational tool, or a gift book for dog lovers.With its accessible tone, practical structure, and strong emphasis on enrichment, play, and positive behavior, this title is a natural fit for bookstores, libraries, schools, animal education programs, and community collections. It supports lifelong learning for both dogs and humans, encouraging calm behavior, confidence, and deeper bonds.Dog Training & Games is Book Three of The Family Dog Series, following The Science & Secrets of Dogs and How to Speak Dog. Together, the series offers a complete, family-centered approach to understanding dogs, communicating with them, and raising happy, well-adjusted companions through science, empathy, and play.
Fun Training & Games for Dogs
Training a dog doesn't have to feel like work, and learning doesn't have to feel like pressure.Dog Training & Games is a joyful, practical guide that shows families how to train, bond with, and truly enjoy their dogs through play-based learning, simple games, and everyday activities. Designed for real life, this book transforms essential dog training skills into fun, confidence-building experiences that dogs and humans look forward to sharing.Covering everything from house training, loose-leash walking, polite greetings, recall, and impulse control to brain games, enrichment activities, confidence-building exercises, and family-friendly challenges, this book blends modern canine science with warmth, humor, and clarity. Each chapter offers easy-to-follow games and techniques that help dogs learn faster, feel safer, and stay emotionally balanced-without harsh methods or complicated routines.Ideal for families, children, first-time dog owners, experienced owners, educators, and anyone who works or lives with dogs, Dog Training & Games emphasizes communication, trust, and connection rather than strict obedience. The book is equally suited as a training resource, a reference guide, an educational tool, or a gift book for dog lovers.With its accessible tone, practical structure, and strong emphasis on enrichment, play, and positive behavior, this title is a natural fit for bookstores, libraries, schools, animal education programs, and community collections. It supports lifelong learning for both dogs and humans, encouraging calm behavior, confidence, and deeper bonds.Dog Training & Games is Book Three of The Family Dog Series, following The Science & Secrets of Dogs and How to Speak Dog. Together, the series offers a complete, family-centered approach to understanding dogs, communicating with them, and raising happy, well-adjusted companions through science, empathy, and play.
The Quiet Home
A stylish guide to art of 'house hushing' and how to dial down the visual 'noise' in your home through decluttering, curating your possessions, shopping more mindfully and decorating with calming colors. "'House hushing' is a new interiors trend that's making (the right kind of) noise in these troubling times." Guardian A beautiful, authoritative guide to the concept of house hushing, The Quiet Home incorporates design principles and strategies for dialing down the visual noise in your home, and creating serene interiors that promote calm and wellbeing. It takes a pared-down, thoughtful approach to home interiors and explains how to create spaces that whisper rather than shout. The Quiet Home takes as its starting point the idea that everything in an interior has a voice and creates noise. By reducing this visual noise through thoughtful design principles and strategies we can create a more serene living environment that in turn increases our wellbeing. A concept that delves deeper than aesthetic principles and how a home looks, quietening the spaces we live in can greatly affect how we feel. The book offers a guide to hushing our homes covering mindful minimalism, the art of editing, spatial design, and room-by-room strategies. It provides insights for both creating a quiet home and adopting a more considered way of life. It begins with five key principles that provide a framework for the concept - Soothing Color, Natural Elements, Tactility, Soft Shapes and Flexibility, then, chapter by chapter, presents detailed methods for cultivating quiet spaces. with chapters on Mindful Minimalism, The Art of the Edit, Room by Room and Quiet Perspectives. Analysis of the work of renowned designers and brands offers further insights, along with beautiful imagery that takes the reader on a global journey of inspiring homes and design. A comprehensive guide to read cover to cover, the book's chapters can also be read in any order, providing clear reference points for a range of home projects, large or small.
Fun Training & Games for Dogs
Training a dog doesn't have to feel like work, and learning doesn't have to feel like pressure.Dog Training & Games is a joyful, practical guide that shows families how to train, bond with, and truly enjoy their dogs through play-based learning, simple games, and everyday activities. Designed for real life, this book transforms essential dog training skills into fun, confidence-building experiences that dogs and humans look forward to sharing.Covering everything from house training, loose-leash walking, polite greetings, recall, and impulse control to brain games, enrichment activities, confidence-building exercises, and family-friendly challenges, this book blends modern canine science with warmth, humor, and clarity. Each chapter offers easy-to-follow games and techniques that help dogs learn faster, feel safer, and stay emotionally balanced-without harsh methods or complicated routines.Ideal for families, children, first-time dog owners, experienced owners, educators, and anyone who works or lives with dogs, Dog Training & Games emphasizes communication, trust, and connection rather than strict obedience. The book is equally suited as a training resource, a reference guide, an educational tool, or a gift book for dog lovers.With its accessible tone, practical structure, and strong emphasis on enrichment, play, and positive behavior, this title is a natural fit for bookstores, libraries, schools, animal education programs, and community collections. It supports lifelong learning for both dogs and humans, encouraging calm behavior, confidence, and deeper bonds.Dog Training & Games is Book Three of The Family Dog Series, following The Science & Secrets of Dogs and How to Speak Dog. Together, the series offers a complete, family-centered approach to understanding dogs, communicating with them, and raising happy, well-adjusted companions through science, empathy, and play.
How to Speak Dog
Dogs are never silent-they're communicating every moment of every day. Most people simply don't know how to listen.How to Speak Dog is an engaging, eye-opening guide that teaches readers how to understand what dogs are really saying through body language, movement, facial expressions, and emotional signals. Written in a warm, accessible style and grounded in modern canine science, this book turns everyday dog behavior into a clear, readable language anyone can learn.From tail wags that don't mean happiness to subtle stress signals humans often miss, How to Speak Dog reveals how dogs express joy, fear, uncertainty, affection, playfulness, and warning-long before they bark or growl. Readers learn how to interpret eyes, ears, posture, movement, and micro-signals, helping prevent misunderstandings and creating safer, calmer, more trusting relationships between dogs and people.Designed for families, first-time dog owners, experienced owners, and anyone who lives or works with dogs, this book is not a training manual or veterinary guide. Instead, it focuses on communication, awareness, and emotional understanding-skills that improve every interaction with dogs, from daily life at home to public spaces, children's interactions, and multi-dog households.Highly readable and filled with real-life examples, How to Speak Dog works equally well as a practical reference, an educational resource, or a gift book for dog lovers. Its broad appeal makes it an excellent fit for independent bookstores, national chains, libraries, and educational collections.Part of The Family Dog Series, How to Speak Dog helps readers of all ages develop a deeper, kinder, and more intuitive understanding of dogs-transforming confusion into clarity and everyday moments into meaningful connection.
How to Speak Dog
Dogs are never silent-they're communicating every moment of every day. Most people simply don't know how to listen.How to Speak Dog is an engaging, eye-opening guide that teaches readers how to understand what dogs are really saying through body language, movement, facial expressions, and emotional signals. Written in a warm, accessible style and grounded in modern canine science, this book turns everyday dog behavior into a clear, readable language anyone can learn.From tail wags that don't mean happiness to subtle stress signals humans often miss, How to Speak Dog reveals how dogs express joy, fear, uncertainty, affection, playfulness, and warning-long before they bark or growl. Readers learn how to interpret eyes, ears, posture, movement, and micro-signals, helping prevent misunderstandings and creating safer, calmer, more trusting relationships between dogs and people.Designed for families, first-time dog owners, experienced owners, and anyone who lives or works with dogs, this book is not a training manual or veterinary guide. Instead, it focuses on communication, awareness, and emotional understanding-skills that improve every interaction with dogs, from daily life at home to public spaces, children's interactions, and multi-dog households.Highly readable and filled with real-life examples, How to Speak Dog works equally well as a practical reference, an educational resource, or a gift book for dog lovers. Its broad appeal makes it an excellent fit for independent bookstores, national chains, libraries, and educational collections.Part of The Family Dog Series, How to Speak Dog helps readers of all ages develop a deeper, kinder, and more intuitive understanding of dogs-transforming confusion into clarity and everyday moments into meaningful connection.
How to Speak Dog
Dogs are never silent-they're communicating every moment of every day. Most people simply don't know how to listen.How to Speak Dog is an engaging, eye-opening guide that teaches readers how to understand what dogs are really saying through body language, movement, facial expressions, and emotional signals. Written in a warm, accessible style and grounded in modern canine science, this book turns everyday dog behavior into a clear, readable language anyone can learn.From tail wags that don't mean happiness to subtle stress signals humans often miss, How to Speak Dog reveals how dogs express joy, fear, uncertainty, affection, playfulness, and warning-long before they bark or growl. Readers learn how to interpret eyes, ears, posture, movement, and micro-signals, helping prevent misunderstandings and creating safer, calmer, more trusting relationships between dogs and people.Designed for families, first-time dog owners, experienced owners, and anyone who lives or works with dogs, this book is not a training manual or veterinary guide. Instead, it focuses on communication, awareness, and emotional understanding-skills that improve every interaction with dogs, from daily life at home to public spaces, children's interactions, and multi-dog households.Highly readable and filled with real-life examples, How to Speak Dog works equally well as a practical reference, an educational resource, or a gift book for dog lovers. Its broad appeal makes it an excellent fit for independent bookstores, national chains, libraries, and educational collections.Part of The Family Dog Series, How to Speak Dog helps readers of all ages develop a deeper, kinder, and more intuitive understanding of dogs-transforming confusion into clarity and everyday moments into meaningful connection.
American Spring Finder
Unlock the secret to water independence with the ultimate field guide to natural springs.John's journey into spring development began with a costly failure after a fruitless $10,000 attempt to drill for water in a field." He was left with a dry hole and a depleted budget. It took a single, passing suggestion from the well driller, "check the creek," to shift John's focus from the ground below to the natural abundance flowing around him. That moment sparked a fascination with natural springs that would define the next decade of his life.John lives by the philosophy that water is life, and securing it is the ultimate journey of stewardship and survival. The American Spring Finder is his invitation to land owners, families, and outdoor enthusiasts to reclaim their independence.
Paws of Love
Paws of Love is a heartfelt memoir about growing up alongside a constant companion whose presence shaped a childhood and a life. Told through memory and reflection, this story explores loyalty, comfort, joy, and the quiet lessons learned through years of shared moments.Paws of LoveFrom early childhood to lasting adulthood, Paws of Love captures the deep emotional bond between a person and a companion who offered understanding without words and love without conditions. It is a story of growing up, holding on, and learning what lifelong companionship truly means.Written with warmth and honesty, this memoir is for anyone who has loved deeply, remembers tender moments from childhood, or understands how one bond can leave a lasting imprint on the heart.
The Science & Secrets of Dogs
What if everything we thought we knew about dogs was only scratching the surface?The Science & Secrets of Dogs is a captivating, science-based exploration of the canine mind, senses, and emotional world, revealing just how intelligent, perceptive, and deeply bonded dogs truly are. Drawing on the latest research in animal cognition, neuroscience, and behavioral science, this book translates complex discoveries into engaging, accessible insights for everyday readers.From how dogs think, learn, remember, and dream to how they interpret human emotions, time, fairness, love, and loss, this book uncovers the hidden logic behind familiar behaviors dog owners witness every day. Readers will discover why dogs can sense illness, anticipate events, read our moods with uncanny accuracy, and form emotional bonds that rival our own.Written in a warm, narrative-driven style, The Science & Secrets of Dogs blends rigorous research with real-world stories, making it ideal for dog lovers, gift buyers, and curious readers alike. It is not a training manual or veterinary guide, but a thoughtful, illuminating look at the inner life of dogs-grounded in modern science and presented with clarity, humor, and heart.Perfect for libraries, bookstores, and educational collections, this title appeals to readers interested in animals, popular science, psychology, and the enduring bond between humans and dogs. It is the first book in The Family Dog Series, designed for broad consumer appeal and strong gift-market potential.The Science & Secrets of Dogs invites readers to see their dogs not just as pets, but as thinking, feeling companions whose extraordinary abilities science is only beginning to understand fully.
The Fall of Fayed
THE BESTSELLING CONTROVERSIAL BIOGRAPHY Britain's leading investigative writer and biographer, Tom Bower turns the full beam of his formidable powers on one of the most controversial figures of present day: Mohamed Al Fayed. Owner of Harrods, bereaved father of Dodi and instigator of the 'cash for questions' sensation, this book was originally published in 1998 to wide acclaim. But with the recent heinous accusations of sexual misconduct coming to light, this new and updated edition will offer a new focus of Tom Bower's trademark acerbic insight on this controversial figure. "[Tom Bower] is the Inspector Morse of investigative biographers, a fluent, phlegmatic story-teller and a master of intricacies." --Sunday Times "Given the extreme difficulty of researching a subject like Fayed, Bower deserves full marks for effort and courage . . . his Fayed is a "fuggin" good read." --Lynn Barber, Daily Telegraph
Poems of London
An illustrated anthology of poetry celebrating life in England's capital. "Earth hath not anything to show more fair," said William Wordsworth on London in 1802. Hundreds of years on, the same can still be said of Britain's largest metropolis. Poems of London is a wonderful anthology of poetry celebrating England's capital and life as a Londoner. Verses from our best-loved authors, such as Wordsworth, William Blake, and John Betjeman, among others, are accompanied by beautiful illustrations--often taken from iconic tube posters--of London's famous sights, green parks, and Londoners in their daily lives. Epic poems celebrating London's vast and majestic presence sit alongside Cockney ditties about pie, mash, and jellied eels in this updated collection. Celebrating every aspect of "the Big Smoke"--from the Houses of Parliament and the Blitz spirit to red double-decker buses and infamous rainy English summers--this is the perfect gift for any Londoner or visitor to the city.
The Beginner's Cut Flower Garden
A friendly guide to the simple and mindful practice of growing and enjoying cut flowers in every month of the year. Flowers have the power to heal, connect, and bring joy, often when we need it most. And more importantly, the best flowers are those grown with your own two hands. The Beginner's Cut Flower Garden is the perfect book for gardeners who are dipping a toe into growing cut flowers for the first time. Gardener and therapeutic horticulturalist Elizabeth Brown offers thoughtful, step-by-step, seasonally inspired narratives, information on the flowers to grow, and more, including: Focusing on your vision, color palette, and floral style Developing a cohesive garden plan, and installing garden beds Exploring floral design and creating arrangements with freshly cut flowers Inspiring floral art activities and natural dye projects​, and more ... With the poetry of a classic horticultural guide and the accessibility of a contemporary garden club, Brown brings a collaborative, welcoming spirit to the process of growing flowers: we're all beginners here. You, too, can grow flowers to enrich and bring brightness and balance to everyone's daily life!
New Small Garden
Transform even the smallest outdoor space into a vibrant, beautifully designed garden with New Small Garden, now repackaged into a flexible paperback edition. Small gardens can be some of the most rewarding spaces we tend and also some of the most challenging. In this practical and inspiring book, planting expert Noel Kingsbury teaches you how to see compact spaces differently, revealing how thoughtful design can turn any tiny space into a thriving green haven. Drawing on decades of horticultural expertise and the latest approaches in sustainable gardening, Kingsbury shows how limited area doesn't restrict creativity. Instead, it offers opportunities for smarter choices and more intentional design. Across beautifully photographed real gardens, he explores the combinations that work best for small spaces. Whether you're a beginner looking to plant your first border or a seasoned gardener rethinking an existing space, this book offers eye-opening guidance that will elevate what you grow and how you grow it. For example, you will learn how to: Design for small spaces using visual illusions, diagonal sightlines, and layered planting that makes compact gardens feel larger. Choose the right plants for the upper, middle, and ground layers, including perennials, shrubs, climbers, grasses, and bulbs. Use sustainable practices such as rain-garden features, permeable surfaces, water-smart planting, and wildlife-supportive design. Work with microclimates and urban conditions to grow healthier, more resilient plants. Incorporate vertical planting to maximize growing area and add height. Create character and continuity with focal points, containers, repeated materials, and seasonal planting schemes. Support biodiversity by designing habitats that welcome beneficial species. Learn from real-life examples, including six whole-garden case studies showcasing successful small gardens and the thinking behind them. The book is complete with more than 450 stunning photographs by renowned lifestyle photographer, Maayke de Ridder, illustrating every concept through lush, real-world inspiration. Whether you're working with a courtyard, balcony, terrace, or backyard, New Small Garden gives you the tools and confidence to create a beautiful and deeply personal outdoor space, no matter its size.
Brain Games - Memory Boost
Prevent cognitive decline and improve your memory with this engaging book of puzzles!Features more than 130 puzzles to keep you mentally sharp.Includes traditional two-part memory puzzles where you see words or objects, then turn the page to test your recall; an assortment of visual brain teasers like cube fold and pattern placement; verbal mind stretchers like word ladders and anagrams; logic puzzles like sudoku and code-doku, and more.Complete answer key is found at the back of the book.Spiral bound, 192 pages.
In Kinship with Dogs
Silvia Jay has been dedicated to understanding and working with dogs since 1995. In her captivating book, "In Kinship with Dogs", she beautifully explains how our inter-species paradise has been troubled and this book's purpose is to change that. This book delves into the intricate dynamics of our relationship with dogs, examining how it is, how it should be, and the parallels and divergences between our species. The book is divided into four parts, each rich with sub-chapters filled with engaging stories, real-life cases, analogies, and metaphors. The content is designed to be accessible, practical, and relatable, written in a way that speaks directly to the reader. This book is for anyone who loves dogs and seeks to deepen their understanding of our four-legged friends. Silvia Jay believes it is time for us to truly become a dog's best friend, so they can be ours. If you share this sentiment, "In Kinship with Dogs" will guide you toward that goal.
Basic Obedience For Humans
Dogs understand the world in ways humans often overlook, and this gap in communication leads to confusion, frustration, and unwanted behaviours. In this unique and entertaining guide, Astro, a trained search and rescue dog, becomes your instructor and reveals the secrets behind how dogs think, learn, and interpret human actions. Through vivid illustrations and a comic-style narrative, readers discover the science behind canine senses, instincts, behaviour, and emotional responses.Astro explains why dogs react the way they do, how they view their environment, and what they truly need from the humans in their lives. From understanding packs and personal space to mastering essential commands, motivation techniques, and daily routines, this book transforms dog training from a struggle into a shared experience of clarity and cooperation. It is an accessible companion for every pet owner and an engaging introduction for families, new dog parents, and anyone curious about the canine mind.Presented through humour, storytelling, and real-world expertise, this guide makes the principles of dog behaviour simple to understand and enjoyable to learn. Discover how to build trust, strengthen your bond, and communicate with your dog in a way that finally makes sense to both species. Learn to see the world through a dog's eyes and become the human your dog has always hoped for.
Think Like Your Dog
When dogs struggle, they're often labelled as difficult, reactive, stubborn, or problematic. But behaviour rarely appears without reason - and it almost never comes out of nowhere.In Think Like Your Dog, Animal Psychologist and Trainer Amy Curran invites readers to step out of judgement and into understanding. Drawing on decades of lived experience with dogs across breeding, training, performance, and real-life homes, Amy reframes behaviour as communication shaped by stress, emotion, environment, and change.This is not a book about control, dominance, or quick fixes. It's a grounded, compassionate guide to recognising why dogs behave the way they do - and how well-intentioned expectations, pressure, and misunderstanding can quietly push them beyond their capacity to cope.Through clear explanations and real-life insight, Think Like Your Dog explores: why tolerance is often mistaken for calmhow stress and environment drive behaviourwhy punishment fails to create lasting safetyhow life changes and social pressure affect dogswhat ethical, effective support actually looks likeWritten for dog owners, professionals, and anyone who wants to build safer, more respectful relationships with dogs, this book offers a steady alternative to blame and urgency.Understanding behaviour doesn't lower standards.It raises them - earlier, calmer, and with far better outcomes.
Think Like Your Dog
When dogs struggle, they're often labelled as difficult, reactive, stubborn, or problematic. But behaviour rarely appears without reason - and it almost never comes out of nowhere.In Think Like Your Dog, animal psychologist and trainer Amy Curran invites readers to step out of judgement and into understanding. Drawing on decades of lived experience with dogs across breeding, training, performance, and real-life homes, Amy reframes behaviour as communication shaped by stress, emotion, environment, and change.This is not a book about control, dominance, or quick fixes. It's a grounded, compassionate guide to recognising why dogs behave the way they do - and how well-intentioned expectations, pressure, and misunderstanding can quietly push them beyond their capacity to cope.Through clear explanations and real-life insight, Think Like Your Dog explores: why tolerance is often mistaken for calmhow stress and environment drive behaviourwhy punishment fails to create lasting safetyhow life changes and social pressure affect dogswhat ethical, effective support actually looks likeWritten for dog owners, professionals, and anyone who wants to build safer, more respectful relationships with dogs, this book offers a steady alternative to blame and urgency.Understanding behaviour doesn't lower standards.It raises them - earlier, calmer, and with far better outcomes.
Grow Great Vegetables in Oregon
Through Oregon rain or shine, you can grow gorgeous, fresh vegetables! Grow Great Vegetables in Oregon is the must-have guide to growing food in The Beaver State! Expert gardener Lorene Edwards Forkner shares tips and techniques tailored to this often rainy state, empowering readers with trusted, solid vegetable gardening knowledge. Start off on the best foot in your quest to grow an irresistible, edible bounty year after year with thorough detailing of gardening basics, localized gardening information tailored to each month of the year, handy planting and harvesting charts, and 35 thoughtfully selected and detailed plant profiles. Gardeners of all experience levels will be equipped to feed themselves and their loved ones the freshest fruits and veggies year-round.
Grow Great Vegetables in Washington
Through Washington's rain or shine, you can grow gorgeous, fresh vegetables! Grow Great Vegetables in Washington is the must-have guide to growing food in one of our greenest states! Expert gardener Lorene Edwards Forkner shares tips and techniques tailored to The Emerald State, empowering readers with trusted, solid vegetable gardening knowledge. Start off on the best foot in your quest to grow an irresistible, edible bounty year after year with thorough detailing of gardening basics, localized gardening information tailored to each month of the year, handy planting and harvesting charts, and 38 thoughtfully selected and detailed plant profiles. Gardeners of all experience levels will be equipped to feed themselves and their loved ones the freshest fruits and veggies year-round.
Lawn Care for Dummies
The beginner-friendly guide to creating a lush and thriving lawn With Lawn Care For Dummies you get the know-how you need to grow a great lawn, improve an existing lawn, or keep your lawn healthy. You'll learn all about the different types of grasses, including where they grow best and what they need to thrive. This book also walks you through the process of installing sprinklers and other irrigations systems, so you'll be set up for grassy success. Then, get advice on figuring out the maintenance schedule that works best for you--watering, fertilizing, mowing, dethatching, aerating, overseeding, and beyond. You also get insight into how to do all of this with an eye on minimizing water need and keeping the rest of the environment healthy. Create the best lawn for your climate and your personal lawncare style Optimize your upkeep with pro tips on when, how much, and how often Get troubleshooting guidance for damaged lawns, and get rid of pests, diseases, and weeds Improve the health of your lawn with easy-to-follow advice This updated edition of Lawn Care For Dummies is perfect for the everyday lawn owner, soon-to-be owner, and DIY lawn care advocate looking to grow a better lawn without breaking the bank.
Can't I Just Get It Together? How to Handle People, Problems, and Everything They Didn't Teach You in School
Many adults reach a point where life feels harder than it should. Conversations feel awkward. Work relationships are draining. Everyday responsibilities pile up without clear instructions. And despite best efforts, it can feel like everyone else got a manual you somehow missed.This book is a practical guide to the soft skills adults are expected to know-but are rarely taught. It covers communication, emotional awareness, boundaries, confidence, self-advocacy, considered decision-making, and navigating everyday interactions with clarity and calm. Rather than offering rigid rules or personality makeovers, the book focuses on understanding how social and emotional systems work, so readers can move through life with greater ease and intention.Written for adults who are thoughtful, capable, and trying their best, this guide acknowledges that many struggles are not personal failures, but gaps in instruction. Through clear explanations, relatable examples, and supportive guidance, readers learn how to handle conflict, manage stress, communicate needs, and build healthier relationships at work, at home, and in their communities.Part of the Can't I Just...? series, this book offers a reassuring, practical approach to adult life-one that respects autonomy, intelligence, and lived experience, while providing the tools needed to function with confidence in a complex world.
Red Is My Heart
A moving, evocative exploration of heartbreak and healing in Paris, told through words and images in this stunning collaboration with French street artist Le Sonneur "Enchanting. . . A heartbroken lover's obsession with his ex is reflected in both images and words" -- Washington Post How can you mend a broken heart? Do you write a letter to the woman who left you--and post it to an imaginary address? Buy a new watch, to reset your life? Or get rid of the jacket you wore every time you argued, because it was in some way responsible? Combining the wry musings of a rejected lover with playful drawings in just three colours--red, black and white--one of France's best-selling authors has collaborated with renowned street artist Le Sonneur to create a striking addition to the literature of unrequited love, and a moving, evocative exploration of heartbreak in one of the world's great cities. In this playful, poignant series of musings, a nameless narrator remembers a love affair just gone, watches the flight they were due to take to New York depart, sends flowers to a woman who died a century ago, smokes ostentatiously in front of No Smoking signs, and takes solace from the endless distractions and beauty of the city he calls home, Paris. If he walks these streets long enough--the streets of the City of Light, City of Love--he may find himself ready to love again.
The Readers' Room
From the author of The Red Notebook, described as 'Parisian perfection' by Queen Camilla, comes a thrilling murder mystery set in the world of publishing "A stylish whodunnit blended with an affectionate send-up of the world of books" -- The Sunday Mirror "Blends mystery with comedy to great effect" -- The Daily Mail When the manuscript of a debut crime novel arrives at a Parisian publishing house, everyone in the readers' room is convinced it's something special. And, when it's eventually published, the committee for France's highest literary honour, the Prix Goncourt, agrees. But when the shortlist is announced, there's a problem for glamorous editor Violaine Lepage: she has no idea of the author's identity. As the police begin to investigate a series of murders strangely reminiscent of those recounted in the book, Violaine is not the only one looking for answers. And, suffering memory blanks following an aeroplane accident, she's beginning to wonder what role she might play in the story - as well as how to find the mystery author before the prize is announced. In the end it will take the combined investigative powers of a detective, a junior editor, and Violaine's therapist to uncover the truth. They will learn not just about the author of the book, but about the story's origins, and the novel's strange power to exact justice for violence done to a young girl decades ago. But when everything comes to light, one question will remain: can Violaine and the other readers of the mystery manuscript put the past to rest, and find happiness in the present?
The Wanderer's Song
A fresh translation of the poetry of German Romantic and polymath Johann Wolfgang von Goethe "Germany's greatest man of letters... and the last true polymath to walk the earth" -- George Eliot Here, in this selection of his poetry, is a representation of Goethe's life from childhood to old age: full of travel, romantic fixations, curiosity, nostalgia, deep thought, and above all, writing. Goethe is undoubtedly Germany's greatest poet, as Shakespeare is England's. This fresh translation offers the reader an introduction to Goethe's genius. And what a genius! Novelist, dramatist, philosopher and above all poet; a scientist with deep interests in Nature, in particular the human body, forestry, geology, botany and light; a courtier and in later life considered a sage, he was also a very frequent letter writer, no mean artist, and a man who was able throughout his life to renew and rejuvenate himself creatively, working out many of his life's problems through his writings. For English speakers he is probably best known as the author of Faust, a vast dramatic work mainly in verse which occupied him on and off throughout his long life, as well as The Sorrows of Young Werther, a novel of youthful despair which became the sacred text of the Romantic movement. This volume brings together his very personal lyric poetry, hewing as close to the original form, content, and rhyme schemes as possible in English.
Flow Hive's Book of Bees and Beekeeping
Transform your backyard into a thriving bee paradise with this comprehensive beekeeping guide from Stuart and Cedar Anderson, the father-and-son team behind the world's most successful beekeeping invention.Including... Complete beginner set-up: Start your first hive in any space, including rooftops, courtyards and balconiesYear-round bee care: How to care for your bees throughout the seasons whatever part of the world you live inStep-by-step honey harvesting: Extract liquid gold simply and without harming your beesExpert pest control: Latest treatments and prevention methodsTroubleshooting solutions: Advice for common beekeeping challengesHoney recipes: Favorite recipes to make the most of your delicious harvestEnvironmental impact: Become a pollinator hero and help your local ecosystemThe authors also share the incredible origin story of the Flow Hive which, after years of experimentation, was launched with one of the most successful crowdfunding campaigns in history. The Flow Hive has since sold over 130,000 units in 130 countries around the world, transforming beekeeping everywhere. Their inspirational tale of ingenuity and persistence will inspire you to start your own beekeeping journey.
Home Wiring Secrets
You don't always have to "call a guy" when you want to do wiring projects. Sometimes, e.g., when installing bulbs or fixing switches, you can save your money by doing the wiring yourself.However, you just can't decide to do wiring without any basic electrical knowledge; otherwise, you will be putting your life at risk. Yes, even if you have little to no clue about wiring, you probably know that wiring is not something to joke around with as it can cost you a lot.You probably have many questions about electrical wiring and are probably also confused about where to start. It is even tempting to give up and call an electrician but, before you do, this book will change your mind.This book will give you all the basic information you need to know about wiring and guide you on the steps to follow to do simple wiring projects around your home, irrespective of whether you live in the US or the UK.Among other things, you will learn about the tools you need, wiring rules and safety, mistakes to avoid, some must-know electrical terminologies you will come across, and many more. Having this knowledge will give you the courage to do wiring projects with confidence and ease.
