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Schott's Significa : A Miscellany of Secret Languages
by Ben Schott
Here is an obsessive and fascinating look at the systems of
language and knowledge that surrounds us. Ben Schott breaks
down the lingo, slang, and jargon found in dozens of fascinating professions, events, and subcultures—from the insider language
used in casino gambling to the NYC diamond district and
professional sommeliers to London cabbies.
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Cells: The Illustrated Story of Life
by Christian Sardet
For fans of The Song of the Cell--a profusely, creatively illustrated journey through the origins and evolution of the building blocks of
life, from an award-winning biologist and illustrator.
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Life on a Little-Known Planet: Dispatches from a Changing World
by Elizabeth Kolbert
An intrepid reporter and a skillful translator of scientific idees,
Kolbert expertly captures the wonders of nature and paints vivid
portraits of the researchers and concerned citizens working to
preserve them. She takes readers all around the globe, from an
island in Denmark that's succeeded in going carbon neutral, to a community in Florida that voted to give rights to waterways, to
the Greenland ice sheet, which is melting in a way that has
implications for everyone.
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Evergreen: The Trees That Shaped America
by Trent Preszler
A sweeping natural history of the humble trees that built nations, sparked wars, and became the world's most cherished holiday
tradition. Every December, millions of people around the globe
adorn their homes, offices, and town squares with lavishly decorated Christmas trees to celebrate the holiday season. Yet few pause to wonder: Where did this tradition come from? And in an age of
climate upheaval and artificial replicas, will these beloved trees
still be here for future generations?
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Frostlines: A Journey Through Entangled Lives and Landscapes in a Warming Arctic
by Neil Shea
As warming reshapes our planet, the Arctic--a region that once
seemed unchangeable, beyond the reach of modern problems--is
quickly coming undone. While the old cold world can still be glimpsed
in the movements of caribou, the hidden lives of wolves, and the
hunting skill of an Iânupiaq elder, look closer and you'll find a new
Arctic appearing in its place.
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The Illuminated Book of Birds
by Robin Crofut-Brittingham
The Illuminated Book of Birds includes large-scale fine art paintings
of the birds in Latin America, Africa, Asia, Oceania, North America,
and Europe, along with flightless birds, unusual birds, and extinct
birds. It looks at birds together, grouping them by geography and families, and delights in uncovering their habits and cultural and mythological significance.
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Weightless: A Doctor's Guide to Glp-1 Medications, Sustainable Weight Loss,
and the Health You Deserve
by Rocio Salas-Whalen
A board-certified endocrinologist shares her must-have guide to
using GLP-1 medications, such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro,
and Zepbound, to reverse obesity and take charge of your health,
with established strategies for maximizing your results This book
is a game-changer. Dr. Salas-Whalen gives you the science and
the compassion this conversation has been missing. chronic
health condition that deserves medical treatment.
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Something from Nothing: A Cookbook
by Alison Roman
New York Times bestselling author Alison Roman gives you a
collection of simple, smart, timeless recipes that rely on a home
cook's best kept secret: a well-stocked pantry. Making the most of
your shelf-stable bottles, bags, jars, and cans, Alison shows you
how to cook as she does--loosely, intuitively, and with maximum
flavor.
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Athens: Food, Stories, Love: A Cookbook
by Diane Kochilas
Diane has lived in Athens for thirty years and has been witness
to the enormous social and culinary changes all around her. To
navigate the city's gastronomic scene today is to discover a city overflowing with new creative energy in its kitchens and myriad
of international ingredients in its markets. These new global
influences on the Athenian table live side by side with Greece's
great gastronomic traditions.
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The Science of Fermentation
by DK
In The Science of Fermentation, author and CEO of the Fermenters Guild, Robin Sherriff dives into the complex microbiology and
chemistry behind essential ferments, revealing the invisible
ecosystems that shape flavor, preserve food, and enrich our
diets. Learn how fermented food and drinks have changed our
palates and health forever, explore scientific processes behind
your favorite pickles, and discover how to recreate them in your
own kitchen.
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