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Rebel with a clause : tales and tips from
a roving grammarian
by Ellen Jovin
Traveling across the U.S. to answer questions from students,
retired editors and anyone else who uses in this world, an itinerant grammarian, in this book punctuated with linguistic debates from tiny words towns to sprawling state capitals, presents an unconventional guide to the English language.
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Birds and Us : A 12,000-Year History from Cave Art to Conservation
by Tim Birkhead
Spanning continents and millennia, Birds and Us chronicles the beginnings of a written history of birds in ancient Greece and Rome,
the obsession with falconry in the Middle Ages, and the development
of ornithological science. Moving to the twentieth century, the book
tells the story of the emergence of birdwatching and the field study
of birds.
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Endless forms : the secret world of wasps
by Seirian Sumner
A Professor of Behavioral Ecology examines the highly complex
and diverse secret world of wasps and how they hold our fragile ecosystem in balance despite their reputation as winged assassins
with formidable stings.
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Forest Walking : Discovering the
Trees and Woodlands of North America
by Peter Wohlleben
When you walk in the woods, do you use all five senses to explore
your surroundings? For most of us, the answer is no—but when we
do, a walk in the woods can go from pleasant to immersive and restorative. Forest Walking teaches you how to get the most out
of your next adventure by becoming a forest detective, decoding
nature’s signs and awakening to the ancient past and thrilling
present of the ecosystem around you.
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Origin : a genetic history of the Americas
by Jennifer Raff
In this study of both past and present, a celebrated anthropologist
tells the story of who the first peoples in America were based on
their complete genomes, providing a glimpse into how the tools of genetics reveal details about human history and evolution.
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Bread head : baking for the road less traveled
by Greg Wade
At Publican Quality Breads in Chicago, Greg Wade bakes rich,
flavorful, naturally leavened breads with local organic flours. His philosophy draws from the music of the Grateful Dead, encouraging readers to "live no particular way but our own" (make the bread you want to make). Tripped out with vibrant photographs and a groovy design, Bread Head is ideal for obsessive home bakers eager to craft breads that rival the best professional kitchens.
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When children feel pain : from everyday aches to chronic conditions
by Rachel Rabkin Peachman
Childhood pain is a widespread problem, yet it often goes untreated.
The result can be long-term ill health. Drawing on the latest research, two leading voices on pediatric pain show parents, teachers, and
medical practitioners how to help when they are needed most,
attuning adults to practical strategies that make real difference
in kids' lives.
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The year of the puppy : how dogs become themselves
by Alexandra Horowitz
The author of the classic Inside of a Dog, by observing her puppy Quid from week to week, makes new sense of a dogs behavior, keeping a lens on the puppys point of view as she researches the science of early dog development.
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Midwest made : big, bold baking from
the heartland
by Shauna Sever
When it comes to defining what we know as all-American baking, everything from Bundt cakes to brownies have roots that can be
traced to the great Midwest. German, Scandinavian, Polish, French,
and Italian immigrant families baked their way to the American
Midwest, instilling in it pies, breads, cookies, and pastries that
manage to feel distinctly home-grown.
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Mission Vegan : Wildly Delicious Food
for Everyone
by Danny Bowien
The cofounder and chef of the famous Mission Chinese Food
restaurants in San Francisco and New York, making it his mission
to find inspiration, joy and flavor in food, presents vegan recipes
geared for the home cook, keeping the emphasis on experimenting
in the kitchen and big flavor.
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Sewing love : handmade clothes for
any body
by Sanae Ishida
Empowering you to solve the fit issues that come with buying commercial clothing designed to fit one ideal body type, the
author, shares her own inspiring personal story. She provides
gentle instruction in the simple art of pattern-making and
garment sewing for loving the body you have.
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Bake : my best ever recipes for the classics
by Paul Hollywood
A professional chef and judge on the Great British Baking Show
shares his favorite recipes for baking cakes, cookies and breads,
each fully tested and tasted for at-home chefs who enjoy discovering new techniques, ingredients and influences.
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A history of delusions : the glass king, a substitute husband and a walking corpse
by Victoria Shepherd
For centuries we've dismissed delusions as something for doctors
to sort out behind locked doors. But delusions are more than just
bizarre quirks--they hold the key to collective anxieties and traumas.
In this groundbreaking history, Victoria Shepherd uncovers stories of delusions from medieval times to the present day and implores us to identify reason in apparent madness.
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What your food ate : how to heal our
land and reclaim our health
by David R. Montgomery
With their trademark thoroughness and knack for integrating information across numerous scientific fields, Montgomery and Biklé chart the way forward. Navigating discoveries and epiphanies about the world beneath our feet, they reveal why regenerative farming practices hold the key to healing sick soil and untapped potential for improving human health. Humanity's hallmark endeavors of agriculture and medicine emerged from our understanding of the natural world-and still depend on it. Montgomery and Biklé eloquently update this fundamental reality and show us why what's good for the land is good for us, too. What Your Food Ate is a must-read for farmers, eaters, chefs, doctors, and anyone concerned with reversing the modern epidemic of chronic diseases and mitigating climate change.
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Healing : when a nurse becomes a patient
by Theresa Brown
A registered nurse and author of the New York Times best-seller
The Shift, tells the powerfully personal story of her own fight with
breast cancer, including her surprise at the lack of compassion
she encountered.
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The Essential Diabetes Book : How to Prevent, Manage and Live Well With Diabetes
by M. Regina Castro
From the diabetes experts at Mayo Clinic comes a new 3rd edition
of this practical, comprehensive guide to understanding and
managing your diabetes. The new chapters on Using Technology
to Manage Diabetes, Living Well with Diabetes, and Traveling with Diabetes provide additional resources and make this revised edition
an even more comprehensive tool for patients.
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Mi cocina : Recipes and Rapture from My Kitchen in Mexico
by Rick Martínez
In his first, much-anticipated cookbook, New York Times contributor, Food52 columnist, and former Bon Appétit food editor Rick Martinez introduces home cooks to the diverse culinary treasures of Mexico.
In Mi Cocina, Rick travels to each of the seven regions in Mexico to explore 100 unique dishes, the recipe for each accompanied by
stunning on-site photography.
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My America : Recipes from a Young Black Chef
by Kwame Onwuachi
Featuring more than 125 recipes, My America is a celebration of
the food of the African Diaspora, as handed down through
Onwuachi’s own family history, spanning Nigeria to the Caribbean,
the South to the Bronx, and beyond. From Nigerian Jollof, Puerto
Rican Red Bean Sofrito, and Trinidadian Channa (Chickpea)
Curry to Jambalaya, Baby Back Ribs, and Red Velvet Cake,
these are global home recipes that represent the best of the
patchwork that is American cuisine.
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Sweet Paris : seasonal recipes from an American baker in France
by Frank Adrian Barron
A dazzling cookbook featuring 75 recipes for American desserts
with seasonal French twists, accompanied by 125 exquisite
photographs and tips on serving and hosting with French flair
for any occasion, from a casual afternoon teatime to an intimate
dinner party to a festive holiday gathering.
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Different : gender through the eyes
of a primatologist
by 1948- Waal, F. B. M. de
A world-renowned primatologist and author of Mama's Last Hug
uses the behavior of chimpanzees and bonobos to demonstrate
that biology does not automatically support the traditional gender
roles based on gender and biological sex in human societies.
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Boards : stylish spreads for casual
gatherings
by Elle Simone Scott
Presents inspirational and achievable ideas for creating boards, interactive and low-key elegant ways of presenting food that
are sure to be a hit and will help you step-up your presentation
skills.
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Becoming a gardener: What Reading
and Digging Taught Me About Living
by Catie Marron
Combining informed opinion, personal reflection and practical advice
this guide to uncovering the characteristics that make someone a gardener highlights topics like dirt composition, the healing power of digging in the soil and the beauty of solitude in nature.
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Keep the memories, lose the stuff :
declutter, downsize, and move forward
with your life
by Matt Paxton
America's top cleaning expert and star of the hit series Legacy List with Matt Paxton distills his fail-proof approach to decluttering and downsizing. With empathy, expertise, and humor, Keep the Memories, Lose the Stuff helps you sift through years of clutter, let go of what no longer serves you, and identify the items worth keeping so that you can focus on living in the present.
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