A Year in Bloom
As featured in Financial Times, Gardens Illustrated, and GardenistaAn illustrated insider's guide to the best flowering bulbs for beautiful garden plantings throughout the year Bulbs are an essential part of any gardener's planting palette - from the first snowdrops of winter to the last crocus of autumn, they offer endless opportunities for floral impact and experimentation.In A Year in Bloom, award-winning garden writer Lucy Bellamy showcases a wide-ranging selection of more than 150 bulbs, each presented with informative text, expert planting advice, and vibrant photography.Organized into four seasonal chapters, this modern grower's guide embraces familiar flowers such as tulips and daffodils alongside less common blooms, including dog's tooth violets, gladioli, and autumn snowflakes. Gardeners will discover bulbs suited for borders, containers, and grass plantings; bulbs to attract pollinators, for scent, for naturalized plantings; and reliably perennial bulbs that will flower year after year, supporting a sustainable approach.Elegantly designed and extensively researched, A Year in Bloom features contributions from an all-star roster of the garden world's greatest names, including Dutch plantsman Piet Oudolf, British garden designer Dan Pearson, and renowned US garden writer Margaret Roach.Featured bulbs include: Acis autumnalis; Allium sphaerocephalon; Anemone nemorosa 'Robinsoniana'; Bessera elegans; Camassia leichtlinii 'Alba'; Colchicum autumnale; Crocus tommasinianus; Cyclamen repandum; Eranthis hyemalis; Erythronium 'Pagoda'; Fritillaria meleagris; Galanthus elwesii 'Mrs Macnamara'; Galanthus plicata 'E.A. Bowles'; Gladiolus communis subsp. byzantinus; Gladiolus papilio 'Ruby'; Hippeastrum 'Terra Mystica'; Iris 'Benton Nigel'; Iris reticulata; Leucojum aestivum 'Gravetye Giant'; Lilium martagon; Muscari armeniacum 'Valerie Finnis'; Narcissus 'Thalia'; Narcissus fernandesii var. cordubensis; Nerine bowdenii; Ornithogalum ponticum 'Sochi'; Scilla bifolia; Tritonia disticha subsp. rubrolucens; Tulipa 'Ballerina'; Tulipa orphanidea (Whittallii Group); Tulipa sylvestris.
The Diamond Business
The Diamond Business: Baseball's Lessons for Life and Business!In the world of business, as on the baseball field, success comes down to strategy, leadership, teamwork, and adaptability. "The Diamond Business: Baseball's Lessons for Life and Business" by Manjel Sterling H. is an insightful and compelling guide that uncovers how the game of baseball mirrors the challenges and triumphs we face in business and in life.This book delves deep into the parallels between America's favorite pastime and the corporate world, offering readers a fresh perspective on how the skills required to win in baseball can translate into professional success. Each chapter draws on key baseball strategies-from the pitcher's precision to the coach's vision-and connects them to essential business practices like decision-making, leadership, and long-term planning.Inside, you'll discover: Pitching Leadership: Command your business like a pitcher leads the game, with stability and direction.Infield Teamwork: Understand how collaboration between departments is as vital as coordination among infield players.Outfield Adaptability: Master the art of handling the unexpected, just like outfielders respond to unpredictable plays.Coaching for Success: The role of mentorship and leadership development, mirroring the crucial guidance of a baseball coach.Winning the Series: How to approach long-term goals with the same endurance and strategy as a team working to win a championship.Whether you're a baseball fan, business leader, or entrepreneur, "The Diamond Business" offers actionable insights and powerful lessons that will empower you to hit home runs in your professional and personal life.Step up to the plate. Apply the strategies. And win in the game of business!
Trellises, Planters & Raised Beds for Beginners
Make simple yet beautiful garden furnishings and accents with this step-by-step beginner's guide that includes more than 30 DIY projects. In Trellises, Planters & Raised Beds for Beginners you'll find the perfect partner for constructing useful and attractive trellises, raised beds, planter boxes, window boxes, and more. With easy-to-follow, illustrated build plans requiring only basic tools, you'll be able to make your own outdoor garden projects any time inspiration strikes. Featured projects are made from a host of readily available materials, including wood, metal, hypertufa, clay pots, latticework, copper tubing, wire, timbers, stone, and more. With more than 30 project plans, you'll have the know-how you need to create just about any imaginable project to accent your garden or nurture and support the plants around your home. Each detailed building plan includes: Full-color photographs of the process and the finished projectScaled drawing plan so you can easily follow alongShopping list Cutting listDetailed, expert-vetted, step-by-step instructionsNow, with a little time and elbow grease, every gardener at any skill level can create their own garden structures and accents--and take pride in their accomplishments.
Dogless
Dogless is a story born from the intersection of adventure, cultural exploration, and profound human experiences. Set against the vibrant and challenging backdrop of Cameroon, this narrative delves into the life of Michael, a protagonist whose journey through ethical dilemmas and personal losses leads to transformative revelations. The tale is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the complexities of navigating a beautiful and harsh world. Through Michael's eyes, we experience the raw and unfiltered reality of working in a gold mining concession, the profound connections forged with people and animals, and the heart-wrenching moments of loss that test one's core beliefs. Dogless is more than a graphic novel; it is a tribute to the enduring strength required to face life's trials and emerge changed but whole.
The Best Shrubs and Trees to Add Colour and Interest to Your Garden
Author Ray Saunders began transforming his garden in the early 1990s. Throughout the years he has watched it grow and mature during which time he has been able to gain much knowledge as to the preferences of each plant. Drawing on his experience he has compiled this book to bring to readers the many shrubs and trees that will add beauty to their garden. Each plant is fully described and is an invaluable guide to anyone interested in improving their garden. All the plants are fully illustrated by photos he has taken of the many plants he has grown throughout the years which will show the reader the pleasing effect they can bring to their garden whether it be large or small. There are also details showing garden design with illustrations of plant groupings.
Spirit Leads The Way
The most important thing to take away from these stories is that they are the authors' experiences only. You will have your own unique occurrences that will help shape your life. Reflection on these events is key, as they are meant to be lessons in your personal growth. Please don't ignore them. As you will see, in our lives, those "coincidences"that we brush off might be hints and pointers that are there to guide us.
The Best Shrubs and Trees to Add Colour and Interest to Your Garden
Author Ray Saunders began transforming his garden in the early 1990s. Throughout the years he has watched it grow and mature during which time he has been able to gain much knowledge as to the preferences of each plant. Drawing on his experience he has compiled this book to bring to readers the many shrubs and trees that will add beauty to their garden. Each plant is fully described and is an invaluable guide to anyone interested in improving their garden. All the plants are fully illustrated by photos he has taken of the many plants he has grown throughout the years which will show the reader the pleasing effect they can bring to their garden whether it be large or small. There are also details showing garden design with illustrations of plant groupings.
Storms of Controversy
The development of the Avro Arrow was a remarkable Canadian achievement. Its cancellation prompted questions that have long gone unanswered. Who was involved? Did Arrow technology find its way into the American Stealth program? In this fully revised 4th edition Campagna brings readers up-to-date on the CF-105 Arrow.
Julian - a television play
When an eminent psychiatrist, his wife and friends are joined for the weekend by a renowned concert pianist, it leads to a suspicious death.
Mid-Century Modern Living
In this beautifully photographed book, Keith and Mark of Mini Moderns show you how to create a timeless mid-century look in your own home. Keith and Mark of Mini Moderns refer to their design ethos as 'pattern with a story'. In this beautifully photographed book, they bring you the stories behind their designs and show you how you can use pattern and mid-century style to tell a story in your own home. Under the Influence explains their "pattern with a story" design ethos and sources of inspiration, ranging from childhood memories to commentaries on popular culture. Elements of Style delves into the cornerstones of mid-century style, from color and pattern to materials and curation. Here for the first time, they share their secrets on how to bring together the things you love. From adapting some slightly unloved mid-century pieces of furniture by reupholstering them or painting them to then combining them with vases or homewares, you can transform a space or a corner of a room. In Get Mini Modernised, specific case studies demonstrate particular looks for introducing cool pattern to your home, from Beatnik Beach House to Scandi Rustic, Seaside Modern to Studio Townhouse.
Incoterms 2020. User's manual
International supply chains operate through efficient and secure processes, especially regarding the location and conditions under which the delivery of goods subject to sale will occur.To delineate their respective obligations, companies engaged in international transactions rely on a standardized set of terms and regulations known as the Incoterms rules. The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) regularly revises and issues these rules to keep them current with industry practices.This manual explains in a didactic manner the effective use of the Incoterms 2020 rules and provides criteria for choosing the most appropriate rule for each sales transaction.The author offers valuable insights to minimize business risks, optimize costs, and facilitate operations in international markets.This book is aimed at professionals in international trade and freight transportation, as well as those involved in training in these fields. It includes examples, practical cases, and self-assessment tests to strengthen training and professional performance.
Marfa Garden
Marfa Garden is a celebration of more than a hundred flowering plants of the Chihuahuan Desert, North America's largest hot desert, spanning northern Mexico, West Texas, and parts of New Mexico and Arizona. Hundreds of photos show plants in year-round cycles, with budding, complex foliage, unfolding blooms, seedpods, and winter texture and color. Also included are introductory essays, each plant's common and scientific names, historical information, garden use, and USDA classification, as well as abundant space for gardening notes. Everyday gardeners, naturalists, landscape designers, architects, and anyone interested in dry gardens of the Southwest will find great value and joy in this essential field guide.
Cats of the World
*An Instant New York Times Bestseller* Hannah "Kitten Lady" Shaw and professional cat photographer Andrew Marttila journey to thirty countries to bring you hundreds of photos and stories of cats from every corner of the world. Wife and husband team Hannah Shaw and Andrew Marttila have made cats their lives' work: they rescue and rehabilitate neonatal kittens, educate the public on cat and kitten care, and capture our feline friends' unique personalities through writing and photography. Now, in the project of their dreams, they've taken their passion for cats global. In Cats of the World, Shaw and Marttila travel across thirty countries to explore feline welfare and cat culture around the globe, documenting their travels with stunning photos and stories from each location. Journey to England's charming pubs and candle-lit cathedrals, Chile's vibrant produce markets and colorful hillsides, T羹rkiye's spice bazaars and ancient ruins, South Africa's bustling streets and lush mountains, and so many places in between with Shaw and Marttila as they learn from cats--and the people who love them most--that compassion is truly a universal language.
Studio Ghibli My Neighbor Totoro Notebook
This gorgeous deluxe notebook features beloved characters from Hayao Miyazaki's animated classicMy Neighbor Totoro. With a cloth-bound, foil-stamped case, lined pages, and lay-flat binding, this notebook invites you to take inspiration from Hayao Miyazaki's beloved Totoro! Perfect for writers, notetakers, collectors, and animation fans alike. (c) 1988 Hayao Miyazaki/Studio Ghibli DISTINCTIVE AND LUXE FORMAT: Durable cloth-bound hardcover with foil stamping, full-color endsheets, and lined pages. Measures 6 x 8 inches, 128 pages, 140 GSM woodfree FSC-certified paper--nicely sized for all types of work and for carrying along in a backpack or tote. LAY-FLAT BINDING: This notebook lays flat for ease of writing. GREAT GIFT: Part of an officially licensed line with Japanese animation giant Studio Ghibli, this notebook makes a great gift or self-purchase for writers, animation enthusiasts, collectors, and fans of Japanese art, stationery, and pop culture. BELOVED STUDIO WITH MASSIVE FAN BASE WORLDWIDE: The Ghibli Museum, Mitaka and Ghibli Park are popular destinations in Japan. The studio won the Academy Award(R) for Best Animated Feature for Spirited Away and The Boy and the Heron and earned Academy Award(R) nominations for Howl's Moving Castle, The Wind Rises, The Tale of The Princess Kaguya, When Marnie Was There, and The Red Turtle. Perfect for: A great gift or self-purchase for Studio Ghibli and animation fans Perfect for collectors and journalers For anyone who loves cute Japanese art, stationery, and pop culture Pair with other My Neighbor Totoro merchandise, including My Neighbor Totoro Journal, Sketchbook, Pencils, Eraser Set, or Studio Ghibli 100 Collectible Postcards Volumes 1 and 2, to create an outstanding gift
Shipping Container Homes
Living in a container is the choice for YOU! You can build it QUICKLY, and in total autonomy, it offers a sustainable and ecological lifestyle using renewable energy sources. Most importantly, it costs about 30% LESS than a traditional house without giving up interior design. Containers are modular, stackable, and highly versatile. They also allow you to mix shapes and sizes to get a modern living solution and fully customizable to your tastes and needs.Container homes are becoming increasingly popular because of how green and eco-friendly they are, and many people like you would love to build one yourself with your own hands. However, the majority don't know where to start.Inside this guide, you will discover: Everything you need to know before buying a shipping container, starting with the required permits and the states where you can build your container home.An entire section dedicated to Environmental Sustainability and renewable energy that you can install to make your home completely sustainable.The recommended methods for thermal insulation in container homes to protect against winter cold and summer heat, including the advantages and disadvantages of each technique.The 10 critical construction steps with practical solutions to learn all the things to pay attention to and all the things to avoid.A complete list of construction steps, from site preparation to the door and window installation.A very detailed final FAQ Section to clear up any doubts and have everything clear.The best 10 plans to draw inspiration from to build your container home for every budget and every style.... and much more!This beginner's guide will take you step-by-step through the whole container house construction process, giving you precise, practical, fast, and inexpensive solutions on how to do it in THE BEST POSSIBLE WAY, with no aspect left out.After reading the book you will no longer have any doubts about it, it will explain what risks you may encounter and how to solve them, it will show you where to buy containers and which ones will be most suitable for your use and much more.
All the Rage
Anger is all around us, from divisive social media arguments and heightened political divides to road rage and personal spats; from Black Lives Matter and climate justice movements to Trump, incels and white supremacists. When it materialises, it seems to cry out for recognition and response. It affects our bodies and can transition into violence. It can be inherited through the generations; it can manifest in criminal acts. What should we do with it, and can it ever be put to good use? Drawing on case studies of patients, developments in neuropsychology, literature, philosophy and recent political events, acclaimed author and psychoanalyst Josh Cohen identifies the different forms of anger, including the most untrammelled and elemental fury, the more cynical anger that works towards political unrest, and the questioning anger of political protest. Rather than an emotion to ignore, he argues that anger is a primary human feeling. It maps itself onto every aspect of our intimate lives while politically and culturally shaping our world. In a time of intense dissatisfactions and spiralling divisions, and with anger a dominating force, All the Rage offers a new and original understanding of anger, so we may better handle the rage within us.
Occupational Health and Safety Management
With the aim of addressing various areas of Occupational Safety Management, providing the reader with practical cases, experiences, and results from the work of each author, this book celebrates the professionalism and friendship of the ten-year reunion of the Occupational Safety Engineering Class from the Polytechnic School of USP, along with their guests. Each author has tackled and developed a specific theme, covering various fields of Safety Engineering as well as the responsibilities of the profession, offering learning from real-life situations. Finally, it is important to highlight that the distinguishing feature of this work is providing a selection of themes with real-world applications in various sectors of occupational health, workplace safety, and environmental management, offering the reader versatility in finding many valuable insights in one place.
Sense of Style
- A beautifully presented volume with 18 new portraits of the homes and workplaces of artists, designers, architects and other creatives from all over the worldThis new book is the long-awaited successor to Rendez-Vous and Visite Privee. Sense of Style showcases artists and creatives who continuously fascinate us - not only because of their creative work, but also because of the inspiring home in which they live and work. The journey begins in the vibrant heart of New York's Tribeca, and finishes in Stockholm, via Antwerp, Copenhagen, Brussels, Berlin, Long Island, Rio de Janeiro, and Milan.
Empires and Boundaries
Empires and Boundaries: Rethinking Race, Class, and Gender in Colonial Settings is an exciting collection of original essays explaining the meaning and existence of conflicting and coexisting hierarchies in colonial settings.
Building the Bond
Man's best friend. This is a title that has been bestowed on dogs for a long time. What does it actually mean for our dogs today? There are many factors involved in our relationships with the dogs in our homes, and all of these things can influence that relationship for either good or bad. In this book explore the different areas of life with dogs and how we can make sure that we and our dogs are living together in the best way possible. Learn about the different elements of canine life that can affect the bond between human and dog, and what we can do to help our dogs be happy and have our best lives together. Join me to take a journey towards being the best dog people we can possibly be as we build the bond and discover how to live in harmony with our dogs.
The Hot Glue Gun Chronicles
The Hot Glue Gun Chronicles is a winner of the 2023 Philosophy Media Group Publishing Competiton and the debut manuscript from poet & scholar Ashley Crooks-Allen. This collection of poetry explores themes of identity, healing, and belonging through the lens of an Afro-Latinx Queer identifying poet and scholar. "The Hot Glue Gun Chronicles is a flaming assemblage of penetrating verse and poetic musicality. Crooks-Allen's timely offering, in the tradition of Black queer poets like June Jordan and Pat Parker before them, does not shy away from the straight-up truth. In their words, we might very well locate the keys to our own internal freedom."- Darnell Moore, author of No Ashes in The Fire: Coming of Age Black and Free in America "What an honor it has been to cultivate this manuscript and elevate the voice of Dr. Ashley Crooks-Allen. I published this book because I believe in its mission- to put together the broken and to create beauty from unexpected pieces. Ashley invites us to revisit subjects we may have fooled ourselves into thinking we'd moved on from- gently saying 'Aht-aht! There's more work to do here.'"- Kiera "Ashlee Haze" Nelson, Poet & CEO, Philosophy Media Group & Kiera Ashlee Talent Co
My Ride
Did you ever wonder how long it's been since you changed your windshield wipers? Or when you last replaced the headlight bulbs? Or how old your "NEW" tires are? My Ride will help you keep up with all those important details. From routine maintenance to major repairs, My Ride is an invaluable record book that rides along with you. Just pop it in the glove compartment and wherever you go you will always have your car's vital information at your fingertips.
The Interpretation of Cats
"A fount of practical tips for cat owners." --The New York Times From a leading veterinary psychiatrist, a groundbreaking exploration into the minds of our feline companions and "a guide to being the best humans we can be for our cats" (Focus Vif). Cats are mysterious creatures, and the relationship between humans and cats has never been simple. Curious and affectionate, independent and uninterested, predator and prey. Their true nature continues to elude us, and their subtle and complex behavioral problems can often seem unsolvable or incomprehensible. So, how can we tell if a cat is suffering? What are the root causes of feline aggression? And how can we treat patients who can't speak for themselves? In this fascinating book--already a bestseller in its native France--veterinary doctor and psychiatrist Claude B矇ata draws on cutting-edge research and decades of experience to revolutionize our understanding of cats and transform our appreciation of feline mental wellbeing. Here, we meet Nougatine, a Siamese suffering from bipolar dysthymic disorder, Tabatha, an anxious Ragdoll with attachment issues, and Melly, an Abyssinian struggling with a feline form of schizophrenia--as well as their owners who seek advice and support. Charming, surprising, and offering illuminating insight into a range of disorders, B矇ata's book calls for greater compassion and provides a new way of understanding cat behavior so we can care for the mental, and physical wellness of our beloved furry friends.
The Music of Love
Extremely poor and on the verge of starvation, Lady Milbanke makes a hasty decision to meet an old friend, the famous impresario Gustav Dessoff. To save herself and her daughter Carla from the poverty they had found themselves in, following the death of her husband, she agrees to go to Vienna with Gustav and sing in public at the fabulous Opera House.To keep the secret of their identity they assume different names and Carla is told on no account is she to reveal who she is, and that she must say she is a friend and a companion. Whilst Lady Milbanke is rehearsing at the Opera house, Carla first meets the unpleasant Baron Otto von Erhardt and later the handsome, but mysterious Rako. As Carla's mother becomes the toast of Vienna, she makes friends with Rako and he shows her the wonderous sights of Vienna.But unbeknown to her, the Baron has his sights on Carla, and Rako is not who he says he is. As events turn against Carla and she is placed in imminent danger, how she is saved and who steals her heart are all told in this wonderful tale of the magic of music and love.
The ABCs of Storytelling
The ABCs of Storytelling contains 26 reflections on the art of oral storytelling from Story Coach Michael Williams. Dr. Williams learned the traditional art of oral storytelling during his 30 years in Scotland, where he was a member of the Scottish Storytelling Directory and a popular performer and workshop facilitator. In 2005, he exchanged his teaching career for a life as an itinerant storyteller and story coach, working with adults and young people. Drawing on his experiences as a performer and coach, Dr. Williams shares his reflections and insights on working with individuals, community groups, and corporate clients. He also shares what he has learned from his mentors, including storytellers like David Campbell, Roi Gal-Or, Doug Lipman, Laura Simms, and many more. The ABCs of Storytelling offers tips, techniques, and reflections on this traditional art. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced storyteller, writer, or public speaker, Williams' reflections capture the spirit of telling stories "eye to eye, mind to mind, and heart to heart." "These storytelling ABCs are insightful, touching, practical and wide-ranging. A deep philosophy of human connection underpins a lot of wise advice. The book goes far beyond normal ABC expectations - all the way to XYZ! You encounter storytelling with hands, heart, sense and soul." Donald Smith, Director, Scottish International Storytelling Festival
"Aren't You Jewish by Any Chance?"
Since the 1960s, the repertoire of "Jewish stories" has received a rather benevolent welcoming in the public. This specific and teeming humor never hesitate to feature its own religious representatives or, better still, to summon God himself. No other religious community would venture so far on this path. Scholar or not, Jewish or non-Jewish, the reader never gets bored when reading this book, which should feature on every shelves of bookstores and libraries: culture and religion, history of Judaism, anthropology, epistemology of social sciences, and above all, humor.Rich獺rd Papp is an anthropologist who study a living community and reveals its inner functioning; yet, his research reaches far beyond pure science. During many years at the Bethlen Square synagogue in Budapest, he carried out "participant observation", a fieldwork where the researcher is at the same time an actor who participates in the environment he is studying. Papp managed to deliver his analysis with sensitivity and humor, but no self-indulgence.
Neighborhood Success Stories
The high cost of building affordable housing in New York, and cities like it, has long been a topic of urgent debate. Yet despite its paramount importance and the endless work of public and private groups to find ways to provide it, affordable housing continues to be an elusive commodity in New York City―and increasingly so in our current economic and political climate. In a timely, captivating memoir, Carol Lamberg weighs in on this vital issue with the lessons she learned and the successes she won while working with the Settlement Housing Fund, where she was executive director from 1983 until 2014. Lamberg provides a unique perspective on the great changes that have swept the housing arena since the curtailment of the welfare state in the 1970s, and spells out what is needed to address today's housing problems.In a tradition of "big city" social work memoirs stretching back to Jane Addams, Lamberg reflects on the social purpose, vision, and practical challenges of the projects she's been involved in, while vividly capturing the life and times of those who engaged in the creation and maintenance of housing and those who have benefited from it. Using a wealth of interviews with managers and residents alike, alongside the author's firsthand experiences, this book depicts examples of successful community development between 1975 and 1997 in the Bronx and on the Lower East Side of Manhattan. In the "West Bronx Story," Lamberg details the painful but ultimately exhilarating development of eighteen buildings that comprise New Settlement Apartments―a dramatic transformation of a devastated neighborhood into a thriving community. In "A Tale of Two Bridges," the author depicts a different path to success, along with its particular challenges. The redevelopment of this area on the Lower East Side involved six different Federal housing programs and consisted of six residential sites, a running track, and a large scale supermarket. To this day, forty years later, all the buildings remain strong.With Neighborhood Success Stories, Lamberg offers a roadmap to making affordable housing a reality with the key ingredients of dogged persistence, group efforts, and creative coalition building. Her powerful memoir provides hope and practical encouragement in times that are more challenging than ever.
Under the Same Sky
Author Alrom Christian explores his non-fiction side through a collection of English and Tagalog essays. His work spans various forms, including expository, informative, argumentative, reflective, descriptive, narrative, and travel essays, among others. The purpose behind these essays is to address everyday arguments and dilemmas, while his travel essays offer a personal narrative of his journeys. He chose Under the Same Sky as the title to highlight the shared realities of life that we all experience beneath the same sky.
Krazy For Kittens 2025 Calendar
Krazy For Kittens 2025 CalendarGet ready to melt over 12 months of pure kitten cuteness! The Krazy For Kittens 2025 Calendar features an adorable new kitten for each month, showcasing playful poses, fluffy faces, and irresistible charm that will brighten every day of your year. From sleepy snuggles to mischievous pounces, each kitten is captured in all its heartwarming glory.As a special bonus, the calendar includes a step-by-step guide in the back on how to train your cat to use the toilet! Whether you're a lifelong cat lover or just krazy for kittens, this calendar is the purr-fect companion for 2025.
Amidst Fading Blooms
Amidst Fading Blooms brings contemporary author Regina Bergen's most personal thoughts to light in the form of unique, free-verse poetry that is sometimes inspirational and often heartbreaking. Touching on themes such as love, loss, grief, heartbreak, trauma responses, the natural world, and more, this selection of poems offers the deep comfort of solidarity to many readers seeking solace as they navigate life's twists and turns and ups and downs.
Under the Same Sky
Author Alrom Christian explores his non-fiction side through a collection of English and Tagalog essays. His work spans various forms, including expository, informative, argumentative, reflective, descriptive, narrative, and travel essays, among others. The purpose behind these essays is to address everyday arguments and dilemmas, while his travel essays offer a personal narrative of his journeys. He chose Under the Same Sky as the title to highlight the shared realities of life that we all experience beneath the same sky.
Quiet Beauty
*Gold Medal winner in the IBPA Benjamin Franklin Award for Home & Garden* "Just flipping through the pages of Quiet Beauty: The Japanese Gardens of North America will instantly lower your blood pressure." --The New York Times Book Review "In this lavishly illustrated book, art historian Brown and photographer Cobb act as tour guides to 26 such gardens...that are accessible, historically significant, and compelling physical spaces." --Publishers Weekly Japanese-style gardens have been a part of North American culture for over 150 years, delighting visitors with serene landscapes that instill tranquility. Quiet Beauty: The Japanese Gardens of North America provides an intimate look at the 25 most notable Japanese-style public gardens in the United States and Canada. Illustrated with more than 180 stunning color photographs, this book will be a welcome addition to the library of every garden enthusiast. This revised edition includes an amended list of 75 important gardens. It also describes major new additions at the featured gardens. Japanese gardens include: The Japanese Tea Garden in Golden Gate Park, San FranciscoNitobe Memorial Garden at the University of British Columbia, VancouverThe Japanese Garden in the Fort Worth Botanic GardenThe Garden of the Pine Winds in the Denver Botanic GardenaThe Japanese Garden in the Montreal Botanical GardenTenshin'en (The Garden of the Heart of Heaven) in the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston The Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens in Delray Beach, FloridaThe Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix in Margaret T. Hance ParkThe Garden of the Pine Wind, Garvan Woodland Garden in Hot Springs, Arkansas
Big Dog - Little Dog
A heartbreaking - the heartwarming - tale ('tail') of the two magnificent dogs, 'PJ' and 'Scout', two souls bonded together as no others as they mysteriously vanished, roamed and survived the harsh forests of Petit Jean Mountain in Arkansas, and ultimately were located 17 miles from their home nearly three weeks later. Why had they suddenly vanished? Had they been abducted or escaped from this remote location? One suffered many injuries and yet the other unscathed and remarkably both were located with 12 hours and within 'barking distance' of one-another. This story is an intriguing puzzle with many intricate pieces comprised of love, and true bonding the likes of which the world rarely sees. Only one more day and these inseparable "twins" would never have been together again. This is a story with a strong message for the entire family..... This is the story of The Big Dog and The Little Dog.
Inspired Letters to My Healing Heart
Letting go of a past love can be difficult. Give yourself the gift of closure with this unique self-care tool, part of the bestselling Letters to . . . series. Write. Reflect. Grow. Whether you're reeling from a recent breakup, reflecting on past partners and the different versions of yourself they knew, or exploring what love may look like for you now, this keepsake collection of 12 letters is the perfect spot to pour out all the words left unsaid. Fill each note, then postdate and seal them with the included stickers. You can pass along the collection of letters to a past love, or you can keep them as personal mementos of closure and healing for yourself. Whatever choice you make for completion, getting out of your head and into a writing practice is one of the healthiest ways to let go and move forward. Included are 12 letters with thoughtful and evocative prompts, such as: Moving on is bittersweet. I am grateful for . . . When I feel secure in a relationship, I can . . . When I daydream about a future great love, I imagine us . . . I wish we had been able to have better conversations about . . . This book of letters is an outstanding self-purchase or caring gift that fosters letting go and moving on. BESTSELLING SERIES: Created by Lea Redmond, author of the bestselling Letters to . . . series that has sold more than 4 million copies worldwide, this fresh twist on the classic format is a welcome addition to the growing collection of customizable keepsakes. CONTENT REVIEWED BY AN LMFT: This volume with evocative illustrations and content reviewed by a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist is the perfect gift for anyone looking to embark on a healing journey of the heart. PERFECT GIFT FOR THE LOVELORN: For anyone enduring heartache, especially near Valentine's Day and Galentine's Day, what better gift than a collection of Inspired Letters to My Healing Heart? Whether you've been wronged or are the wrongdoer, there are always words left unsaid; whether you send them or not, here is a safe (and stylish) space to get the feelings out. LETTERS TO OPEN WHEN: The finished set of notes makes a great self-gift for a milestone birthday, post-divorce recovery, or any other day that marks a special occasion in your journey through love. Perfect for: Valentine's Day, Anti-Valentine's Day, Galentine's Day, or recent breakup gift A fresh twist on a guided journal or self-help book Anyone seeking to heal past pains, explore forgiveness, and reach for closure through writing Fans and users of other bestsellers in the Letters to . . . series looking for a new aesthetic approach and a way to tap into deeper emotions
Grow & Cook
The content of this book originally appeared in The New Kitchen Garden, published in 2015. 'An endless selection of delicious produce you can plant, grow and then cook with.' Raymond Blanc OBE Now you can create your own delicious edible garden at home! More and more people are being inspired to grow a little of what they eat at home. But while starting your own kitchen garden may seem like a daunting task at first, Grow & Cookmakes it easy. Award-winning author and gardener, Mark Diacono, has distilled years of knowledge into this pocket-sized book. Whether you are new to gardening and only have a small window box or you are much more experienced with the space to experiment, this user-friendly handbook will inspire and help you. Mark is here to show you that there are plenty of options for everyone and lots of exciting new varieties to discover. Each variety in the book includes a wealth of information on when to sow, growing tips, potential problems, harvesting and plenty more. There are hundreds of varieties to pick from that can be grown and then used in your kitchen. Mark separates the growing guides into three groups: * Vegetables* Fruit & Nuts* Herbs & Spices Whatever you choose to grow should suit your lifestyle. You might prefer something tough and sturdy that doesn't need too much love or time commitment, or you might get pleasure from the steady graft of looking after your veg patch. Whichever your circumstances, your kitchen garden should bring you joy both in the growing process and then in the kitchen. Grow & Cook is the essential pocket guide for modern gardeners.
Bridges of London Poetry Anthology
This poetry collection captures life's essence through diverse themes. From "Distant Stars" to "Bowls of Spirit," it explores human nature, love, and existence. Themes include: 1. Nature's beauty: "Red Earth," "Whispering Winds," "Crystal Waters"2. Urban life: "Bridges of London," "Christmas in London"3. Emotions: "Melancholy," "In the Jungles of Anxiety," "Hope"4. Philosophy: "Quantum Physics," "Saints & Sinners," "Half Truths"5. Personal growth: "Giant Leap," "Walk Away," "Crossroads"6. History and myth: "Great Ancestors," "The Bones Speak," "Witches of Fortune" The poets craft vivid imagery and evoke deep feelings. "Echoes of the Soul" offers comfort, inspiration, and beauty for poetry lovers of all styles.
The Earth and Its Earthling
The Earth and Its Earthling is a conversation between the earthling and its earth into thenature of being, learning, and living together. Its voice is confused as to who is speaking and who is listening, but in it they find a path to that which endears them both.
Flight Training Manual
FLIGHT TRAINING MANUAL - Flight Theory for Recreational Pilots.For the Recreational Aviation Australia (RAAus) Pilot Certificate and Endorsements.Designed to Integrate with the Flight Training Syllabus for Recreational Pilots.Thoroughly concise 'All in a Nutshell' Theory Curriculum.Practice Exam Questions & Answers after each lesson.INTRODUCTION: The purpose of this Flight Training Manual - Flight Theory for Recreational Pilots, is to provide a thoroughly concise, yet 'easy to understand' theory curriculum for the RAAus (Recreational Aviation Australia) Recreational Pilot Certificate exams.It is assumed that the student will be working closely with a flight instructor.The intent of this publication is to present the required theory in a thoroughly concise manner, thus providing enough information for the student to pass the examinations. This theory will also equip the qualified recreational pilot to move onto the General Aviation CASA Recreational Pilot Licence (RPL).This Course comprises of ten lessons designed to integrate with the Flight Training Syllabus for recreational pilots. Each lesson commences with a summary of the flight training lesson and concludes with practice exam questions and answers.Apart from BASIC AERONAUTICAL KNOWLEDGE, other topics include: Terminology, Aerodynamics, Flight Rules & Air Law (Air Legislation), Engines & Systems, Human Performance, Operations & Performance, Radio, Navigation and Meteorology.Table of Contents, Subject Index, Custom designed templates are included (templates are of a Flight Plan Form and Log and a Maintenance Release for RAAus aircraft. Our copyright allows templates to be copied by the student, for his own use.The THEORY content of the Flight Theory Manual, as far as practicable, is included with the flight training lesson to which it relates. In this way, the student pilot can study the theory that will benefit him as he progresses through his flying training.
Advancements in Electric Vehicle Infrastructure
This comprehensive guide delves into the historical evolution of electric vehicle technology, providing invaluable insights into the unique challenges and opportunities in transitioning to electric mobility.
The Care and Maintenance of a New England Home
New England Homes are very different from homes in other parts of the country. Though the same may be said for homes in any region, New England Homes definitely have features which are truly their own.Maybe it is the diversity in housing structures that permeate its landscape from coastlines to cities to homes hidden away deep in the woods.Maybe it is the varying ages of homes where New England still has many residences being lived in that are well over 200 years old, homes that are still in the process of being constructed, and homes that are aged everywhere in between.Or maybe it is the unique ways in which New England's homes have been constructed over time with past meeting present in many cases, and truly putting forth end results that are seldom found anywhere else.Whatever the case may be, the "Care & Maintenance" of a New England home is as equally as expansive as these aforementioned defining characteristics which at times seem to be endless!Join Home Improvement Expert Tom Lopatosky as he helps to navigate a wide variety of home improvement-oriented items that EVERY New England Homeowner should be aware of.Running his own Home Improvement company in New England since 1995 has provided Tom as solid a background as one would find in the industry and is the PERECT guide for just this type of a journey! Knowing what to look out for in terms of how to specifically care for your home can be extraordinarily tricky, especially in New England!The aim of this book is to bring to light things the average New England homeowner may not have been aware of and for those veteran homeowners among us, guidance that may not have been thought about for quite some time.Wherever you may fall in your New England homeowner voyage, you are sure to benefit from the items honed in on in this book!
Practical Aviation & Aerospace Law Workbook
This supporting workbook is designed to be used with the Practical Aviation & Aerospace Law textbook to provide a comprehensive instructional package for undergraduate and graduate aviation law courses offered to students preparing for aviation careers. It aids in application of legal principles set forth in the textbook to the kinds of decisions students will make in the real world of aviation as managers, pilots, mechanics, aircraft owners, air traffic controllers, air safety investigators, and others involved in aviation as a profession or hobby. The updated and expanded eighth edition reflects statutory and regulatory changes, including law topics surrounding the burgeoning fields of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), advanced air mobility, and commercial spaceflight. With a concise format that mimics the textbook, this combination workbook/study guide breaks down a complex field of law into understandable examples and problems to solve--ultimately helping readers retain the learned concepts. Many of the workbook questions are based on real dilemmas faced by the authors' clients, in their combined practices' experience. Others are the product of a fertile imagination offering aviation law students an idea of what can happen in real industry situations. This Practical Aviation & Aerospace Law Workbook enhances the value of the textbook, serving as an excellent teaching tool. Taken together, the two complement each other perfectly in the classroom.
The Last Frontier and Lingocracy
This development thriller - The Last Frontier and Lingocracy - and its prequel - Eclipse of the Last Frontier - present a captivating story involving a young man, NnicK, whose trajectory through Europe and North America in pursuit of knowledge, intercepted love and the residual effects of Linguistic Fragmentation, prompting him to look deeper. The more NnicK scrutinized, the deeper he got submerged in the ramifications and the linkages between Linguistic Fragmentation and stagnation, poverty, and desperation among the citizenry of Nublanuistan - a mythical country in Africa under the prevailing system of government. With Africa's unique situation as the most linguistically fragmented continent in world, exemplified by over 2000 languages across countries on the continent, NnicK got his cousin, Njor, convinced about the extent to which even the roots of governance challenges in many countries in Africa, have been deeply embedded in and entangled with Linguistic Fragmentation. NnicK and Njor joined forces to passionately deliberate on factors that have eclipsed the true developmental potential of the African Continent for centuries to decipher possible solutions. As many believed that Linguistic Fragmentation has a supernatural origin, NnicK did not hesitate to explore the derivatives of a fantastic concept he stumbled across during his visit to the other side of life - the spiritual realm - in his dream. With that, Lingocracy emerged as a kind of governance architecture and promised to provide the leverage for Africa to embark on its unique trajectory of accelerated socioeconomic transformation.
The Water-Efficient Gardener
WINNER OF THE GARDEN MEDIA GUILD BETH CHATTO ENVIRONMENTAL AWARD 2025. The definitive guide to water-efficient gardening, helping you to grow healthy, resilient plants in the face of climate change. Conserving water has always been appealing. Yet with rising temperatures, groundwater depletion, violent floods and intense periods of drought all on the rise, the need for water-wise gardening techniques has never been so important. In The Water-Efficient Gardener, environmental gardening specialist Angela Youngman delves into the ways we can not only protect our gardens against the impacts of climate change but transform them into colourful and biodiverse havens. This practical guide is illustrated throughout with helpful photographs and insightful case studies to inspire a range of beautiful outdoor spaces. From inventive methods for collecting rainwater to drought-tolerant plant recommendations and advice on minimising the impact of flooding on lawns, Angela presents clear solutions to the challenges of modern-day gardening. Find the joy in sustainable gardening with this timely and informative book.
The Seed Hunter
Why grow the same dull vegetables and herbs that fill every grocery store shelf? If you're putting in the effort and growing your own, make it something sensational! There's a thrilling diversity of rare and unusual heirloom plants out there--a riot of beauty, color, and flavor that can only be experienced by growing your own. So saddle up and join the trail blazed by Mitch the Seed Hunter as he shows you how to source, grow, and enjoy the most amazing crops from around the world. The antithesis of mass-produced hybrids and genetically modified seeds, heirloom crops provide a connection to the past, seeds that have been passed down through generations, rescued from oblivion, and preserved by a dedicated community of growers. From Italian flat onions to pink broad beans, apple-sized melons beloved by Queen Anne to purple-and-white Gniff carrots from Switzerland (almost lost to extinction), and orange okra from Japan to ancient Aztec broccoli, Mitch shares his passion for growing them all and making the most of their incredible flavors.
Toward The Formation Of The Republic of T羹rkiye
Toward the Formation Of The Republic of T羹rkiye is the fourth book in the Series. Although the original is in Turkish, it has now been translated into English to reach a wider English-speaking audience. It also targets the second and later generation of English-speaking Turks who have been away from the country but desire to learn how T羹rkiye was formed in the early 1920s. The book covers the period of 1921 and a part of 1922. It explains the formation and deliberations of the Grand National Assembly of T羹rkiye, the various wars for independence, how the present-day borders were established, the elimination of extreme right and extreme left, particularly of communism, and how Mustafa Kemal Paşa (Atat羹rk) moved toward his ideal of forming a republic in T羹rkiye. The book also explains the end of the Ottoman Sultanate by just retaining the Assembly-appointed caliph.
Covered in Cats
Anita Camera, who is an energy healer of animals and humans, has been writing stories of her life, travels, and loves - in particular, CATS! - for more than thirty years. This collection of cat stories, along with a few stories of other endearing animals she has encountered, is accompanied by more than 50 images from her vast photo archive capturing the charm and antics of these furry heart-breakers. You can connect with Anita on Facebook @CoveredinCats. For more information about online treatments & readings for you and your pets, please go to naturalseniors.org
