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Down to Earth: Laid-back Interiors for Modern Living is a captivating book by Lauren Liess. Published by Abrams in 2019, this book falls under the genre of Home & Interior Design. Liess, an acclaimed designer, shares her secrets for creating a laid-back, easy, and inviting home. The book is full of inspiration and practical advice for creating an effortlessly stylish home while keeping it comfortable and functional. Down to Earth is more than just a book about decorating; it's about adopting a lifestyle that is in harmony with nature. In this book, Liess shows you how to create a home that feels as good as it looks. Published by Abrams, this book is a must-have for anyone interested in interior design or those looking to revamp their living space.

Crack Climbing by Pete Whittaker provides a single point of reference for all crack climbing techniques. Pete demonstrates the many different techniques and to give you an understanding of when, why and how to use them. Also features interviews with some of the world's top crack climbers, including Lynn Hill, Alex Honnold and Peter Croft.

A selection of the most striking images taken from the bestselling "Morphia" series have been gathered together to celebrate the talent of Kerby Rosanes.

Celebrate the joys and comforts of home by adding color to everything from stunning interiors of bedroom, bath, and study to gorgeous flower-filled backyards and beautifully decorated front porches.

The city of Verona is second only to Rome in the antiquities that can be seen. This book aims to give the tourist an opportunity to visit and enjoy not only the few major attractions that a guided tour usually includes, but also many of the other interesting sights that many people do not see. In addition to the famous amphitheatre, cathedral and sights linked to Romeo and Juliet, you will also visit the monumental gateways, beautiful bridges, castles, fortresses, palaces, gardens, graves, remains of Roman villas and other places that show the magnificence of Verona's past. By providing five different walking routes and detailed information about each attraction passed it puts a visitor to Verona in charge of the time spent at any particular place rather than having to rush and keep up with a guide. With detailed instructions of how to get from one place to another, this book is the perfect way to experience the many wonderful things that Verona has to offer without having to join costly and rushed guided tours.

Sarah's Scribbles, Goodreads Choice Award for 2016: Best Graphic Novels & Comics

The Skyrim Library - Volumes I, II & III (Box Set) is a captivating collection by Bethesda Softworks. Published by Titan Books Ltd in 2017, this box set will undoubtedly mesmerize fans of the fantasy genre. The books transport readers into the world of Skyrim, a realm filled with rich lore, diverse characters, and intricate plots. Bethesda Softworks, renowned for their storytelling prowess, offers a deep dive into the history, culture, and mythology of this well-loved gaming universe. The Skyrim Library is a must-have for any Skyrim enthusiast, making it a worthy addition to your bookshelf. Published by Titan Books Ltd, this box set is a testament to the creative genius of Bethesda Softworks and their commitment to providing fans with immersive experiences.

This lush book of photography represents a lifelong project by photographer Joel Sartore to make portraits of the world's animals - especially those that are endangered.

An in-depth exploration spanning 800 years of the art, essence, and enduring impact of the Japanese garden

A guide to conquering the corporate meeting. It helps you learn the essential subtle tricks that pay big dividends by making you look really clever in meetings: constant nodding, pretend concentration, useless rhetorical questions, how to nail the big presentation by pacing and getting someone else to control your slides.

Beautiful LEGO 3: Wild! showcases amazing nature-inspired LEGO masterpieces from artists around the world

The hilarious sequel to the international bestseller Darth Vader and Son, following the parenting adventures of Darth Vader as he raises his teenage daughter, Princess Leia.

TheOatmeal.com's most popular cat comics, including "How to Pet a Kitty" and "The Bobcats," plus new and never-before-seen cat-themed works.

Argues that various forms of life are connected in a vast, entangling mesh and this interconnectedness penetrates different dimensions of life. This title investigates the profound philosophical, political, and aesthetic implications of the fact that these life forms are interconnected.

100 authentic designs with actual size swatches, charts and patterns.

Offers an argument for the craft of perfume-making. This book describes 2,000 fragrances.

Explains how your mind influences your performance on the field or on the court as much as your physical skill does, if not more so. Through forty lessons and inspirational anecdotes from prominent athletes, this book helps you learn the same techniques and exercises the author uses to help elite athletes build mental "muscle."

Filtning af krukker er en leg med form og farve og en sanselig læreproces. ’Filt runde krukker’ er en grundig indføring i filtning af en hul form. Samtidig med de basale færdigheder deles også ud af inspirerende ideer og variationsmuligheder. Med e-Filts grundige guide bliver du ledt smukt igennem alle trin i filteprocessen frem til smukke krukker. Ideen er udgangspunktet for projektet, og med på vejen får du filtefinesser, materialekendskab og fornemmelse for håndværket.Rigt illustreret med fotos og tegninger.

13th edition June 2018. 480 pages with colour highlights. The Philippines is defined by its emerald rice fields, teeming megacities, graffiti-splashed jeepneys, smouldering volcanoes, bug-eyed tarsiers, fuzzy water buffalo and smiling, happy-go-lucky people. Diving in the Philippines feature; outdoor activities; people and culture & environment coverage.

THE NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER'Chris Broad explores Japan in all its quirky glory..Endlessly fascinating!'Will Ferguson, author of Hokkaido Highway Blues'Carves a unique path across Japan bringing him into contact with far too many cats, heartening renewal in Tohoku, and even pizza with Ken Watanabe.'Iain Maloney, author of The Only Gaijin in the Village'Fascinating, fact-packed and very funny..An excellent and enjoyable read for the Japan-curious. I loved it and learned a lot.'Sam Baldwin, author of For Fukui's Sake: Two years in rural JapanWhen Englishman Chris Broad landed in a rural village in northern Japan he wondered if he'd made a huge mistake. With no knowledge of the language and zero teaching experience, was he about to be the most quickly fired English teacher in Japan's history?Abroad in Japan charts a decade of living in a foreign land and the chaos and culture clash that came with it. Packed with hilarious and fascinating stories, this book seeks out to unravel one the world's most complex cultures.Spanning ten years and all forty-seven prefectures, Chris takes us from the lush rice fields of the countryside to the frenetic neon-lit streets of Tokyo. With blockbuster moments such as a terrifying North Korean missile incident, a mortifying experience at a love hotel and a week spent with Japan's biggest movie star, Abroad in Japan is an extraordinary and informative journey through the Land of the Rising Sun.Number one Sunday Times bestseller, August 2023. Cover may vary.

*SHORTLISTED FOR THE NERO BOOK AWARDS 2024**An instant Sunday Times bestseller, Radio 4 Book of the Week and Guardian Best Summer Read* Selected as a book to look out for in 2024 by the Guardian and The Rest is PoliticsEveryone is originally from Africa, and this book is therefore for everyone.For too long, Africa's history has been dominated by western narratives of slavery and colonialism, or simply ignored. Now, Zeinab Badawi sets the record straight.In this fascinating book, Badawi guides us through Africa's spectacular history - from the origins of humanity, through ancient civilisations and medieval empires, to the miseries of conquest and the elation of independence. Visiting more than thirty African countries to interview countless historians, anthropologists, archaeologists and local storytellers, Badawi weaves together a gripping new history of the oldest inhabited continent on the planet, told through the voices of Africans themselves.

An intimate memoir from Peter Levine, renowned developer of Somatic Experiencing and bestselling author of Waking the Tiger

From the author of the sensational TikTok-hit, From Lukov with Love, and the 'queen of the slow-burn romance'!

From the author of the sensational TikTok-hit, From Lukov with Love, and the 'queen of the slow-burn romance'!

"What's the difference between your competitor and your enemy? You know who your competitors are. You keep tabs on them regularly, and can list them calmly, along with their strengths and weaknesses. But your enemies are a whole other matter. They're the haters and the doubters who said you'd never make it, the ones who stomped on your dreams. When you think about your enemies, you can't stop the strong feelings rising up. In Choose Your Enemies Wisely, Patrick Bet-David shows how to harness emotion to turbocharge your business, dominate this year, and grow for generations after. But first, you need to choose your enemies wisely. Bet-David has spent years perfecting the system that led to the knockout success of his own financial services company. Now, Bet-David shares the secret behind this system: his 12 Business Building Blocks, which will teach you how to seamlessly blend emotion and logic in your business plan. Both a practical document for achieving goals and the fuel needed to fire up yourself and your team, this plan goes beyond the "how" and digs deeper into the "why": not only how you'll get funding, but why you need long-term vision; why you must build a culture that makes employees want to run through walls; why you have to know the enemy you're out to prove wrong. Straightforward and simple, the steps in this book will lead you to move the levers that create exponential growth and lasting success. Read Choose Your Enemies Wisely if you are a visionary, dreamer, and big thinker. Where you are now in your business journey doesn't matter. By following Bet-David's plan, you will set up your business for sustainable success and accomplish your most audacious goals"--