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Home, Garden, and DIY September 2020
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| Outlander Kitchen: To the New World and Back Again: The Second Official Outlander... by Theresa Carle-Sanders; foreword by Diana GabaldonWhat's inside: A follow-up to the first Outlander Kitchen book, this offering serves up more than 100 wide-ranging recipes (including vegan ones), all inspired by Diana Gabaldon’s popular Outlander universe.
Recipes include: Mrs. Figg's Flapjacks; Savannah Clam Chowder; Game Pie; Herb-Roasted Salmon; Chicken and Cornmeal Stew; Minnie's Sauerkraut; Stewed Pears; Rumm's Tea Cakes; Almond Biscuits; Rosewater Sherbet; Mulled Cider. |
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| Decoding your Cat: The Ultimate Experts Explain Common Cat Behaviors and... by American College of Veterinary Behaviorists; edited by Meghan E. Herron, Debra F. Horwitz, and Carlo SiracusaWhat's inside: accessible, in-depth chapters discussing cat behavior, promoting good health, and what to do when problems occur, along with explanatory anecdotes, illustrations, and charts.
Chapters include: The Language of Meow; Living with Multiple Cats; My House Is Not Your Toilet; Growing Old with Grace.
Did you know? Kids with cats have a lower risk of developing asthma. |
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The absolute beginner's guide to living with your dog : choosing the right dog, dog hygiene, training your puppy, dog healthcare, and more
by Piero Bianchi
"How to welcome a new puppy, choose the right breed, keep your dog fit, and more! Besides learning to become familiar with and understanding the canine world, deciding to have a dog live under the same roof and share our house and our life entails a series of important assessments. Getting a puppy is a big decision, so this book aims to help you learn about their needs as they grow. In an entertaining, intriguing and rapid manner, without losing sight of the the goal, this book will show you how to: Choose the most suitable dog for your personality Understand the difference between buying or adopting Improve canine physical fitness Assess behavioral traits And much, much more This is only a snippet of what you will find in this book. All of these skills have been elaborated by an animal care expert, which is accompanied with a good deal of useful advice that will help you understand our four-legged friend and make it grow healthy. In this book you will find everything you need to know in order to be the well-informed owner of a happy dog"
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| Falastin: A Cookbook by Sami Tamimi and Tara WigleyWhat it is: a culinary tour of Palestine via 110 recipes, with color photos of the country and its cuisine, plus profiles of people like the "yogurt-making ladies of Bethlehem."
Recipes include: Labneh Balls; Falafel with Sumac Onion; Chunky Zucchini and Tomato Salad; Pasta with Yogurt and Parsley Breadcrumbs; Meaty Vine Leaf Pie; No-Churn Strawberry Ice Cream.
Try this next: Jerusalem, an award-winning cookbook co-written by Tamimi, who grew up in the city's Muslim area, and his restaurant partner Yotam Ottolenghi, who grew up in its Jewish area. |
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| Gardening for Butterflies: How You Can Attract and Protect Beautiful, Beneficial Insects by The Xerces Society, Scott Hoffman Black, Brianna Borders, Candace Fallon, Eric Lee-Mäder, Matthew ShepherdWhat's inside: a thorough guide to why butterflies are in trouble, why they matter, and ways you can help; details on butterfly and moth species; information on nearly 120 pollinator-friendly plants; thoughtful garden designs; tips on pest and weed control; inspiring color photos.
Did you know? "A small yard with just a few native plants can attract and sustain dozens of butterfly species." |
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Backyard treehouses : building plans, tips, and advice
by Dan Wright
Backyard Treehouses is an inspirational how-to book for those who want to build their own treehouses while minimizing the impact on their trees. It’s designed for do-it-yourself builders with limited time and money who still want to build something safe, durable and beautiful for their families. Original
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| Gardentopia: Design Basics for Creating Beautiful Outdoor Spaces by Jan JohnsenWhat it is: an inspirational, informative guide to planning and creating gorgeous outdoor spaces that covers garden goals, adding accents, increasing color, easy-care plant suggestions, selecting seating, tips on hardscaping, creating themed gardens, and much more.
Don't miss: the stunning color photos; the thorough first section, which lays a nice design foundation for what's to come. |
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