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The Mystery of the Exploding Teeth

And Other Curiosities from the History of Medicine

by Thomas Morris ...

"Delightfully horrifying."--Popular ScienceOne of Mental Floss's Best Books of 2018One of Science Friday's Best Science Books of 2018This wryly humorous collection of stories about bizarre medical treatments and cases offers a unique portrait of a bygone era in all its jaw-dropping weirdness.A puzzling series of dental explosions beginning in the nineteenth century is just one of many... ... Read more

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"Delightfully horrifying."--Popular ScienceOne of Mental Floss's Best Books of 2018One of Science Friday's Best Science Books of 2018This wryly humorous collection of stories about bizarre medical treatments and cases offers a unique portrait of a bygone era in all its jaw-dropping weirdness.A puzzling series of dental explosions beginning in the nineteenth century is just one of many...
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A Poetry Handbook

A Prose Guide to Understanding and Writing Poetry

by Mary Oliver ...

“Mary Oliver would probably never admit to anything so grandiose as an effort to connect the conscious mind and the heart (that’s what she says poetry can do), but that is exactly what she accomplishes in this stunning little handbook.”— Los Angeles TimesFrom the beloved and acclaimed poet, an ultimate guide to writing and understanding poetry.With passion and wit, Mary Oliver skillfully imparts ... Read more

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“Mary Oliver would probably never admit to anything so grandiose as an effort to connect the conscious mind and the heart (that’s what she says poetry can do), but that is exactly what she accomplishes in this stunning little handbook.”— Los Angeles TimesFrom the beloved and acclaimed poet, an ultimate guide to writing and understanding poetry.With passion and wit, Mary Oliver skillfully imparts
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How to Not Die in Prison

A Survival Guide

by Taylor Sheridan, Tom Nelson ...

**The debut book from Academy Award–nominated filmmaker Taylor Sheridan, creator of Landman and cocreator of *Yellowstone—***a no-bullsh*t, darkly funny survival guide to life inside a maximum-security prison, cowritten with prison-hardened ex-con Tom Nelson.So, you f*cked up. Can't talk your way out of it, buy your way out of it, or beg your way out of it.You are going to prison. You will be ... Read more

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**The debut book from Academy Award–nominated filmmaker Taylor Sheridan, creator of Landman and cocreator of *Yellowstone—***a no-bullsh*t, darkly funny survival guide to life inside a maximum-security prison, cowritten with prison-hardened ex-con Tom Nelson.So, you f*cked up. Can't talk your way out of it, buy your way out of it, or beg your way out of it.You are going to prison. You will be
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SAS Survival Handbook

The Definitive Survival Guide

by John ‘Lofty’ Wiseman ...

The original and best survival guide for any situation in every climate. Now with added techniques for handling Urban dangers, the ‘SAS Survival Handbook’ is the complete companion for adventurers everywhere.The original and best survival guide for any situation in every climate is back. Now with added techniques for handling Urban dangers, the SAS Survival Handbook is the complete companion for ... Read more

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The original and best survival guide for any situation in every climate. Now with added techniques for handling Urban dangers, the ‘SAS Survival Handbook’ is the complete companion for adventurers everywhere.The original and best survival guide for any situation in every climate is back. Now with added techniques for handling Urban dangers, the SAS Survival Handbook is the complete companion for
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Jack Reacher Reading Order

The Complete Lee Child’s Reading List Of Jack Reacher Series

by Mobile Library ...

Series series Reading List Guides
If you are a Jack Reacher fan, this book guide is just what you need to keep track of the series and to read each one in the best reading order.You get details of all the Jack Reacher books in the series listed by publication date, well ordered, referenced and with complete details in this pratical guide of Jack Reacher books in order.Get to know way more about the series in this guide where you ... Read more

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If you are a Jack Reacher fan, this book guide is just what you need to keep track of the series and to read each one in the best reading order.You get details of all the Jack Reacher books in the series listed by publication date, well ordered, referenced and with complete details in this pratical guide of Jack Reacher books in order.Get to know way more about the series in this guide where you
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How to self publish eBooks with Kobo Writing Life

by Steve Bareham ...

Kobo Writing Life Augments Author Income: It's only prudent for established and aspiring authors to make their books available in as many places as possible, and one of those places should be Kobo, a highly reputable and growing name in digital publishing.The company has a registered user base of 10 million and sales in 190 countries. While Amazon receives the lion's share of media coverage, Kobo ... Read more

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Kobo Writing Life Augments Author Income: It's only prudent for established and aspiring authors to make their books available in as many places as possible, and one of those places should be Kobo, a highly reputable and growing name in digital publishing.The company has a registered user base of 10 million and sales in 190 countries. While Amazon receives the lion's share of media coverage, Kobo
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The Complete Life's Little Instruction Book

1,500 Practical Tips for Happiness

by H. Jackson Brown ...

Wouldn’t it be great if someone could download a lifetime of good old-fashioned common sense into one little book? H. Jackson Brown’s The Complete Life’s Little Instruction Book is just that. Solid advice for living well laid out in concise nuggets of wisdom. It contains the 1,560 entries found in all three volumes of the New York Times bestselling Life's Little Instruction Book series.The Life’s ... Read more

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Wouldn’t it be great if someone could download a lifetime of good old-fashioned common sense into one little book? H. Jackson Brown’s The Complete Life’s Little Instruction Book is just that. Solid advice for living well laid out in concise nuggets of wisdom. It contains the 1,560 entries found in all three volumes of the New York Times bestselling Life's Little Instruction Book series.The Life’s
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Cape Town to Kruger: Backpacker Adventures in South Africa and Swaziland

Round The World Travels, #1

by John Dwyer ...

Series Book 1 - Round The World Travels
Take a Walk on the Wild Side...Join travel adventurer John Dwyer on his epic journey from vibrant Cape Town to wild Kruger Park. Aided by his vivid descriptions and colorful commentary, you will come face to face with Great White sharks, get off the beaten track on the Wild Coast, soak up the raw energy of the townships, spot dangerous animals in Kruger National Park and wonder at the incredible ... Read more

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Take a Walk on the Wild Side...Join travel adventurer John Dwyer on his epic journey from vibrant Cape Town to wild Kruger Park. Aided by his vivid descriptions and colorful commentary, you will come face to face with Great White sharks, get off the beaten track on the Wild Coast, soak up the raw energy of the townships, spot dangerous animals in Kruger National Park and wonder at the incredible
... Read more
The Modern Guide to Querying Literary Agents

From Rejection to Representation in 8 Steps

by Alyssa Matesic, Patrick McDonald ...

"A practical and heartening guide for those navigating the book industry for the first time." —Publishers WeeklyThe confusion and guessing games of the querying process end here. From two industry experts who built and work with the tools literary agents use daily, a step-by-step, proven guide for turning queries into representation, backed by real data and exclusive insights from over four ... Read more

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"A practical and heartening guide for those navigating the book industry for the first time." —Publishers WeeklyThe confusion and guessing games of the querying process end here. From two industry experts who built and work with the tools literary agents use daily, a step-by-step, proven guide for turning queries into representation, backed by real data and exclusive insights from over four
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The Making of Us

A Novel

by Lisa Jewell ...

From the New York Times bestselling author of None of This Is Truecomes a “compelling and heartbreaking” (Jojo Moyes) novel about three strangers who are brought together by the father they never knew.Lydia, Dean, and Robyn don’t know one another. Yet. Each is facing difficult challenges. Lydia is still wearing the scars from her traumatic childhood. Wealthy and successful, she leads a lonely and ... Read more

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From the New York Times bestselling author of None of This Is Truecomes a “compelling and heartbreaking” (Jojo Moyes) novel about three strangers who are brought together by the father they never knew.Lydia, Dean, and Robyn don’t know one another. Yet. Each is facing difficult challenges. Lydia is still wearing the scars from her traumatic childhood. Wealthy and successful, she leads a lonely and
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Cribsheet

A Data-Driven Guide to Better, More Relaxed Parenting, from Birth to Preschool

by Emily Oster ...

Series Book 2 - The ParentData Series
**From the author of Expecting Better, The Family Firm, and The Unexpected an economist's guide to the early years of parenting.“Both refreshing and useful. With so many parenting theories driving us all a bit batty, this is the type of book that we need to help calm things down.” —LA Times**“The book is jampacked with information, but it’s also a delightful read because Oster is such a good ... Read more

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**From the author of Expecting Better, The Family Firm, and The Unexpected an economist's guide to the early years of parenting.“Both refreshing and useful. With so many parenting theories driving us all a bit batty, this is the type of book that we need to help calm things down.” —LA Times**“The book is jampacked with information, but it’s also a delightful read because Oster is such a good
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Bird by Bird

Some Instructions on Writing and Life

by Anne Lamott ...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • An essential volume for generations of writers young and old. The twenty-fifth anniversary edition of this modern classic will continue to spark creative minds for years to come. Anne Lamott is "a warm, generous, and hilarious guide through the writer’s world and its treacherous swamps" (Los Angeles Times).**“Superb writing advice…. Hilarious, helpful, and provocative.” ... Read more

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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • An essential volume for generations of writers young and old. The twenty-fifth anniversary edition of this modern classic will continue to spark creative minds for years to come. Anne Lamott is "a warm, generous, and hilarious guide through the writer’s world and its treacherous swamps" (Los Angeles Times).**“Superb writing advice…. Hilarious, helpful, and provocative.”
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The Little Red Book of Kitchen Wisdom

by Nicole Frail, Matthew Magda ...

Series series Little Books
From Thomas Keller to Julia Child-hundreds of quotes that are sure to please anyone who loves to cook, bake, drink, and eat.As American chef and food writer James Beard once said, "Food is our common ground, a universal experience." Everyone has a favorite food or meal, a method of cooking or baking they swear by, or a secret ingredient they utilize whenever possible. Food brings friends and ... Read more

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From Thomas Keller to Julia Child-hundreds of quotes that are sure to please anyone who loves to cook, bake, drink, and eat.As American chef and food writer James Beard once said, "Food is our common ground, a universal experience." Everyone has a favorite food or meal, a method of cooking or baking they swear by, or a secret ingredient they utilize whenever possible. Food brings friends and
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Le questionnement intérieur à travers les Clés Génétiques

Révélez vos Dons uniques

by Oana Martins ...

et si la transformation ne consistait pas à devenir quelqu'un d'autre... mais à revenir à l'essentiel de qui vous êtes ? Et si le véritable changement naissait d'un regard intérieur posé avec honnêteté et conscience ? Avec "Le Questionnement intérieur à travers les Clés Génétiques", vous êtes invité.e à un voyage de reconnexion à vos Dons uniques. Bien plus qu'un enseignement spirituel, cette ... Read more

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et si la transformation ne consistait pas à devenir quelqu'un d'autre... mais à revenir à l'essentiel de qui vous êtes ? Et si le véritable changement naissait d'un regard intérieur posé avec honnêteté et conscience ? Avec "Le Questionnement intérieur à travers les Clés Génétiques", vous êtes invité.e à un voyage de reconnexion à vos Dons uniques. Bien plus qu'un enseignement spirituel, cette
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Rock & Gem

by DK ...

Your compact guide to more than 450 rocks, crystals, gemstones, and fossilsExplore the treasures of the Earth-sparkling crystals, vibrant gemstones, and age-old fossils-with this illustrated guide that's sure to captivate every rockhound and budding gemmologist.From primeval origins to their astonishing modern-day uses and appeal, this is the ultimate portrait of Earth's geological riches. Also ... Read more

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Your compact guide to more than 450 rocks, crystals, gemstones, and fossilsExplore the treasures of the Earth-sparkling crystals, vibrant gemstones, and age-old fossils-with this illustrated guide that's sure to captivate every rockhound and budding gemmologist.From primeval origins to their astonishing modern-day uses and appeal, this is the ultimate portrait of Earth's geological riches. Also
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Pourquoi tout n'a-t-il pas déjà disparu ?

by Jean Baudrillard ...

" Parlons donc du monde d'où l'homme a disparu. Il s'agit de disparition, et non pas d'épuisement, d'extinction ou d'extermination.L'épuisement des ressources, l'extinction des espèces, ce sont là des processus physiques ou des phénomènes naturels. Et là est toute la différence, c'est que l'espèce humaine est sans doute la seule à avoir inventé un mode spécifique de disparition, qui n'a rien à ... Read more

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" Parlons donc du monde d'où l'homme a disparu. Il s'agit de disparition, et non pas d'épuisement, d'extinction ou d'extermination.L'épuisement des ressources, l'extinction des espèces, ce sont là des processus physiques ou des phénomènes naturels. Et là est toute la différence, c'est que l'espèce humaine est sans doute la seule à avoir inventé un mode spécifique de disparition, qui n'a rien à
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Writing to Learn

How to Write - and Think - Clearly About Any Subject at All

by William Zinsser ...

This is an essential book for everyone who wants to write clearly about any subject and use writing as a means of learning. ... Read more

$9.99 CAD

This is an essential book for everyone who wants to write clearly about any subject and use writing as a means of learning.
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Tarot for Creativity

A Guide for Igniting Your Creative Practice

by Chelsey Pippin Mizzi ...

Tarot isn’t just for divination—it’s also a great way to connect to your creativity. Discover how tarot can help you stay inspired and make your best work with this practical guidebook.For modern mystics of any level—from the seasoned cartomancer to the total novice—Tarot for Creativity offers a fresh take on the rich tradition of the tarot.In this unique and practical guide, tarot reader and ... Read more

$2.99 CAD

Tarot isn’t just for divination—it’s also a great way to connect to your creativity. Discover how tarot can help you stay inspired and make your best work with this practical guidebook.For modern mystics of any level—from the seasoned cartomancer to the total novice—Tarot for Creativity offers a fresh take on the rich tradition of the tarot.In this unique and practical guide, tarot reader and
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The Knot Ultimate Wedding Lookbook

More Than 1,000 Cakes, Centerpieces, Bouquets, Dresses, Decorations, and Ideas for the Perfect Day

by Carley Roney, Editors of The Knot ...

You want a wedding that will wow your guests, but where do you begin? Carley Roney, founder of the world’s most popular wedding destination, The Knot, has compiled The Knot Ultimate Wedding Lookbook to make the entire wedding-planning experience enjoyable.More than 1,000 gorgeous color photographs give couples endless inspiration for their wedding day, and useful tips, time lines, and lists help ... Read more

$6.99 CAD

You want a wedding that will wow your guests, but where do you begin? Carley Roney, founder of the world’s most popular wedding destination, The Knot, has compiled The Knot Ultimate Wedding Lookbook to make the entire wedding-planning experience enjoyable.More than 1,000 gorgeous color photographs give couples endless inspiration for their wedding day, and useful tips, time lines, and lists help
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Big Ideas, Little Pictures

Explaining the world one sketch at a time

by Jono Hey ...

"This is such a cool book. The range of Jono's knowledge is astounding, and so is his ability to digest complex ideas into deceptively simple drawings. You'll learn something on every page―and be entertained too." ―Bill GatesIn Big Ideas, Little Pictures, Jono Hey — creator of the popular website Sketchplanations — explains complex concepts through simple sketches and straightforward, easy-to ... Read more

$16.99 CAD

"This is such a cool book. The range of Jono's knowledge is astounding, and so is his ability to digest complex ideas into deceptively simple drawings. You'll learn something on every page―and be entertained too." ―Bill GatesIn Big Ideas, Little Pictures, Jono Hey — creator of the popular website Sketchplanations — explains complex concepts through simple sketches and straightforward, easy-to
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L’amitié : mode d’emploi

Comment se faire de nouveaux amis et les garder toute la vie ?

by Valentine Laval ...

Alors que l’amour est représenté partout (dans les films, les séries, les chansons…), on a peu de ressources pour penser l’amitié. Pourtant, nos relations amicales nous accompagnent à toutes les étapes de nos vies.Alors qu’on sait qu’il est nécessaire de prendre soin de nos relations de couple, on pense parfois que nos relations amicales vont de soi, et on est peiné et surpris quand un ami s ... Read more

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Alors que l’amour est représenté partout (dans les films, les séries, les chansons…), on a peu de ressources pour penser l’amitié. Pourtant, nos relations amicales nous accompagnent à toutes les étapes de nos vies.Alors qu’on sait qu’il est nécessaire de prendre soin de nos relations de couple, on pense parfois que nos relations amicales vont de soi, et on est peiné et surpris quand un ami s
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The Royal Butler

My remarkable life of royal service with Queen Elizabeth II, King Charles III and many more

by Grant Harrold ...

'I genuinely can't put it down' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazon review'If you want an insider's view of the Royal Family this is a must have!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazon review'I couldn't put it down! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazon review***Discover the revelatory royal autobiography of the year, with stories featuring Queen Elizabeth II, King Charles III and many more.From an early age, Grant Harrold was always obsessed with the royal family. ... Read more

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'I genuinely can't put it down' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazon review'If you want an insider's view of the Royal Family this is a must have!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazon review'I couldn't put it down! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazon review***Discover the revelatory royal autobiography of the year, with stories featuring Queen Elizabeth II, King Charles III and many more.From an early age, Grant Harrold was always obsessed with the royal family.
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The Knot Complete Guide to Weddings

The Ultimate Source of Ideas, Advice, and Relief for the Bride and Groom and Those Who Love Them

by The Editors of TheKnot.com, Carley Roney ...

From the #1 wedding website, this completely revised and updated edition of the classic wedding planning bible answers all of your questions, with all the latest information and tools a bride could want.Overwhelmed by the countless questions and details your wedding entails? Don't despair! The Knot Complete Guide to Weddings takes you step-by-step from your engagement to the big day, from the ... Read more

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From the #1 wedding website, this completely revised and updated edition of the classic wedding planning bible answers all of your questions, with all the latest information and tools a bride could want.Overwhelmed by the countless questions and details your wedding entails? Don't despair! The Knot Complete Guide to Weddings takes you step-by-step from your engagement to the big day, from the
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The Future of Sea Power

by Eric Grove ...

Series series Routledge Library Editions: International Security Studies
This book, first published in 1990, presents a fundamental reassessment of maritime strategy. It analyses the lessons of twentieth-century naval warfare and examines in detail the changing face of naval warfare, both in terms of the weapons used and the platforms from which they are launched and controlled. It looks at the evolving uses of the seas, both economic and military, and sets sea power ... Read more

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This book, first published in 1990, presents a fundamental reassessment of maritime strategy. It analyses the lessons of twentieth-century naval warfare and examines in detail the changing face of naval warfare, both in terms of the weapons used and the platforms from which they are launched and controlled. It looks at the evolving uses of the seas, both economic and military, and sets sea power
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