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This Is Not a Game by Dave Szulborski - Paperback Alternate Reality Gaming
Only 1 left in stockImagine a world of mystery and excitement, adventure and fantasy, waiting for you to explore. A world that reacts to your every move, with characters that talk to you, send you messages, and even give you items to help you in your quest. A world so immersive that you can no longer tell where reality ends and fiction begins. Welcome to the world of Alternate Reality Gaming. This Is Not A Game: A Guide to Alternate Reality Gaming by Dave Szulborski is the perfect introduction to this exciting new world.
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The Perfectionists by Simon Winchester Hardcover History
Only 1 left in stock“Another gem from one of the world’s justly celebrated historians specializing in unusual and always fascinating subjects and people.” — Booklist (starred review)
The revered New York Times bestselling author traces the development of technology from the Industrial Age to the Digital Age to explore the single component crucial to advancement—precision—in a superb history that is both an homage and a warning for our future.
The rise of manufacturing could not have happened without an attention to precision. At the dawn of the Industrial Revolution in eighteenth-century England, standards of measurement were established, giving way to the development of machine tools—machines that make machines. Eventually, the application of precision tools and methods resulted in the creation and mass production of items from guns and glass to mirrors, lenses, and cameras—and eventually gave way to further breakthroughs, including gene splicing, microchips, and the Hadron Collider.
Simon Winchester takes us back to the origins of the Industrial Age, to England where he introduces the scientific minds that helped usher in modern production: John Wilkinson, Henry Maudslay, Joseph Bramah, Jesse Ramsden, and Joseph Whitworth. It was Thomas Jefferson who later exported their discoveries to the fledgling United States, setting the nation on its course to become a manufacturing titan. Winchester moves forward through time, to today’s cutting-edge developments occurring around the world, from America to Western Europe to Asia.
As he introduces the minds and methods that have changed the modern world, Winchester explores fundamental questions. Why is precision important? What are the different tools we use to measure it? Who has invented and perfected it? Has the pursuit of the ultra-precise in so many facets of human life blinded us to other things of equal value, such as an appreciation for the age-old traditions of craftsmanship, art, and high culture? Are we missing something that reflects the world as it is, rather than the world as we think we would wish it to be? And can the precise and the natural co-exist in society?
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Reality Transurfing by Vadim Zeland - Paperback Nonfiction
Transurfing is a powerful tool for managing reality. Apply it and life will begin to change according to YOUR order. When you use Transurfing goals are not reached, so much as realized for the most part of themselves. It seems impossible to believe but only at first. The ideas presented in the book have already received practical confirmation. Those who have tried Transurfing, experience surprise bordering on delight as the world of the Transurfer inexplicably changes before their very eyes.
What is the book about?
Transurfing is the art of controlling reality using our freedom of choice. The world always reflects our perception of it. People can choose any variant of the development of current reality and thereby find themselves in circumstances they find desirable . To learn how to do this, you have to learn how to establish mutual understanding between the soul and mind, formulate intention and avoid the influence of destructive pendulums.
Why should you read this book?
Most people who have read "Transurfing", note that from the very e first pages, the book completely reverses their view of the world and the role of the individual in their own life. A fresh look at reality encourages the reader to consciously relate to the choices they make in any moment, and this really changes their life in the direction they would like. "It works!" is the phrase found in almost all reviews of Vadim Zeland's book.
Who is this book for?
The book has aroused great interest among the young and middle-aged, those who are interested equally in philosophy, psychology and physics and the mysteries of human consciousness.
Why we decided to publish it
The idea of " Transurfing Reality" quickly gained popularity when the author posted the text on the Internet. Numerous readers' reviews, saying that it really works, and the author's original take on the structure of reality prompted the publishers decide to publish Vadim Zeland's manuscript. We had no doubt that "Transurfing" would be popular among a huge audience
About the author
Vadim Zeland: "I'm over forty. Before the collapse of the Soviet Union I was engaged in research in the field of quantum physics, then computer technology, and now books. I live in Russia. My nationality is Russian, or more precisely, a quarter Estonian. The rest is irrelevant, as is all the above. Regarding my own success, all I can say is that Transurfing works perfectly. I don’t however want to advertise my personal life, as then it would cease to be personal. Fame turns against you, if you give in to temptation and climb up on a pedestal for all to see. Among some people, the American Indians, for example ,there is a belief that if someone copies your portrait (photographs you), they steal part of your soul. Of course, this is just superstition, but there is no smoke without fire. You can distribute a product of personal creativity ; but release your personality for mass circulation – never.
To the question of intrigued readers: "Who are you, Vadim Zeland?", I usually just say: "Nobody". My biography can not and should not be a matter of interest, since I am not thecreator of Transurfing, only a "retranslator". It is essential that we be nothing - an empty vessel, so that we do not impose our personal distortions onto this ancient Knowledge, that opens the door to a world, where the impossible becomes possible. Reality ceases to exist as something external and independent. and becomes manageable if you follow certain rules. The secret itself that is hidden only in as much as it lies on the surface, is so great that the personality of its bearer ceases to be relevant. Perhaps the guardians who passed on this knowledge to me are of genuine interest but they too prefer to remain in the wings."
Translation from the Russian language by Joanna Dobson
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The Power of Time Perception by Jean Paul Zogby - Paperback Nonfiction
Only 1 left in stockYou won the 'Grand Lottery of Life' and your prize is a number of days you are given to live. How are you going to spend your time 'winnings'?
You will spend 26 years sleeping, 3 years eating, 4 years driving, 15 years on TV, etc? What’s left for you to enjoy life is just 7 years! But what if you could change that?
In The Time Miracle you will learn how to:
- Free up 50% of your time to enjoy more of life
- Slow down time in your mind to make the most of it
- Boost your happiness levels
- Enhance your life satisfaction and more...
With more time to do the things you really want, you can reduce the number of ‘zero days’ when you don’t achieve much and build them into productive days that take you a step closer to your dreams.
Life is not the number of days you live, but the number of days you remember.
The Time Miracle will cause you to rethink time and make the most out of it to create a more meaningful life.
No time to waste! Grab it now and change your life!
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Beautifully Bold Faux Flowers by Sylvia Hague - Paperback Illustrated
Only 1 left in stockToday's best quality silk faux flowers are nearly impossible to distinguish from live blooms, and with minimal care they can last forever In her newest book, the queen of faux flowers Sylvia Hague shows how to create strikingly dramatic color arrangements, design grand and glorious displays for gala affairs, take inspiration from the latest trend in single bloom arrangements or single flower types, and create stunning displays. She also demonstrates how to create an arrangement around a specific color theme, and instructs in the basics of color theory and good design. Beautifully Bold Faux Flowers picks up where Sylvia Hague's previous book, Simply Stylish Faux Flowers, left off. This new volume gives you a self-teaching advanced course that can bring your skill level up to professional standards. The book is filled with step-by-step, how-to illustrations, as well as a gallery of magnificent color photos showing finished displays.
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Blue Mountains Far Away : Journeys into the American Wilderness by Gergory McNamee - Hardcover
Only 1 left in stockIn this collection of essays, McNamee presents a startlingly beautiful vision of the miracles of nature and the dangers that humans present to their continuation.
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Stones into Schools by Greg Mortenson - Hardcover Nonfiction
Only 1 left in stockStones into Schools: Promoting Peace with Books, Not Bombs, in Afghanistan and Pakistan Hardcover
by Greg Mortenson (Author), Khaled Hosseini (Foreword)
From the author of the #1 bestseller Three Cups of Tea, the continuing story of this determined humanitarian’s efforts to promote peace through education
In this dramatic first-person narrative, Greg Mortenson picks up where Three Cups of Tea left off in 2003, recounting his relentless, ongoing efforts to establish schools for girls in Afghanistan; his extensive work in Azad Kashmir and Pakistan after a massive earthquake hit the region in 2005; and the unique ways he has built relationships with Islamic clerics, militia commanders, and tribal leaders. He shares for the first time his broader vision to promote peace through education and literacy, as well as touching on military matters, Islam, and women—all woven together with the many rich personal stories of the people who have been involved in this remarkable two-decade humanitarian effort.
Since the 2006 publication of Three Cups of Tea, Mortenson has traveled across the U.S. and the world to share his vision with hundreds of thousands of people. He has met with heads of state, top military officials, and leading politicians who all seek his advice and insight. The continued phenomenal success of Three Cups of Tea proves that there is an eager and committed audience for Mortenson’s work and message. -
Key Art Works : The Musee d'Orsay - Paperback (Color) Illustrated Art Book
Only 1 left in stock‟This is a well written book that deals with 12 of the well known artist at this museum. Interesting opinions, not fully expounded on, only 1 or 2 works of each artist, mostly dealt with paintings and the history of the evolution of art (again, mostly painting) during this particular time period, about 1850 to 1920. Great time line in the back that covers political, artistic and social events.”—Joan L. Peirce
‟Vanina Costa's book on the Musee D'Orsay is the kind of book that makes you interested in something that you were only vaguely acquainted with before you read it. 12 paintings by twelve 19th century painters featured at the Musee D'Orsay are analyzed for their style and content, with a sort of expert detail that you would not expect to see in a guidebook to a museum. The one regret I have is that Renoir was not included in this survey, but we get to learn about Seurat, Courbet and Vuillard as well as Monet, Manet, Van Gogh , Degas, Cezanne and Gaughin. A really good read that should be made widely available to patrons of art museums across North America, Europe and Japan and elsewhere in Asia.”—Michael Gutierrez-May (Mikegtz@aol.com)
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A Guide to Smithsonian Architecture - Paperback Illustrated Art Book
Only 1 left in stockThe buildings of the Smithsonian Institution not only contain impressive collections; they are themselves icons of great cultural significance, many of them part of the historic National Mall. The Smithsonian's unique buildings illustrate the changing styles and sensibilities of America as an evolving nation. Representing the work of major architects, each building evokes a specific time in history: the mid-19th-century turreted Castle, the sky-reflecting mid-century modern Air and Space Museum, and the golden, undulating, 21st-century American Indian Museum.
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An Unlikely Prophet : A Metaphysical Memoir by the Legendary Writer of Superman and Batman by Alvin Schwartz - Paperback
A profound investigation into the shifting nature of identity and reality
“Schwartz weaves a tale that lingers with you long after the read concludes. Symbolism, masked in the 'ordinary' details of Schwartz's life, is potently and subtly utilized.”—Bob Hughes, ConsciousMedia.com
• Looks at the ways thought is embodied and how it takes on a life of its own
• Shows how Superman, an archetype of popular culture, is a perfect example of the nonlocality of quantum physics
Writer Alvin Schwartz received a great deal of attention from fans when he began talking publicly about his seventeen-year stint writing Superman and Batman comics. One of the individuals who contacted him was no ordinary fan, but a seven-foot Buddhist monk named Thongden, a tulpa or individual who was thought into being by a Tibetan mystic. Thongden put Alvin Schwartz on the path without form, an amazing journey he took in the company of Hawaiian kahunas, quantum physicists, and superheroes. Superman, as it turns out, is also a tulpa, a being created by thought that takes on a life of its own and, in Mr. Schwartz’s words, is an archetype expressing the sense of nonlocality that is always present in the back of our minds--that capacity to be everywhere instantly. Superman is one of the specific forms that embodies our reality when we’re at our highest point, when we’re truly impermeable, indestructible, totally concentrated, and living entirely in the now, a condition each of us actually attains from time to time.
Alvin Schwartz’s story is a personal journey through a lifelong remembrance of synchronicity, inspiration, accident, and magic. As it unfolds it puts into vivid clarity the saving grace that inhabits every moment of our lives. The author travels as a stranger in a strange land, whose greatest oddity is that this land is our own.
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Metamagical Themas : Questing for the Essence of Mind and Pattern by Douglas Hofstadter Paperback USED
Hofstadter's collection of quirky essays is unified by its primary concern: to examine the way people perceive and think.
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UBI : Until Basic Income - Paperback Booklet
This is a 43 page booklet entitled UBI : Until Basic Income - A Financial Field Guide to Surviving the Gap Between the Old-Economy and the New-Economy. Brand new, staple-bound.
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Resonance : Guidelines to Superintelligent Artificial Intelligence - Paperback Cognitive Psychology
Only 1 left in stockResonance attempts to answer every question related to interactions, life, the mechanics of consciousness, faith, origins, and all of reality.
Resonance is a book that details Princess Amber's Q-Resonance which is an attempt to build a comprehensive (and as accurate as possible) model of every form of Interaction in the universe, life, the mechanics of consciousness, faith, and basically everything involving the comprehension of all of reality in general.
Exploring the direction of time (irreversible changes) can help build a model of interaction that is based on nature for friendly Artificial Intelligence. By building a model of interaction based on nature, there can be AI that is close to humans.
Everything in the universe have consistent rules of interaction (rules of interaction that do not differentiate between living and non-living things). Resonance attempts to build a model of those rules of interaction (this includes detailing why people do the things they do, why anything happens in the universe at all, and if those things can also be applied to Artificial Intelligence and also help find a safe path to living with advancing technologies).
Resonance also attempts to model the points between living and non-living and what makes something conscious. Consciousness is possibly simply the manifestation of the ability for any forms of matter and/or energy to calculate and process the most optimal form of actions for Information Redistribution (a concept that is detailed in the book). Knowing that, a consistent model of interaction can be built for everything in the universe.
Instincts and emotions are the calculations themselves, and consciousness is simply the manifestation of those calculations. Identity associated with that consciousness is also another topic Resonance will explore.
Finally, what is faith? Resonance also explores the reasons for (and importance of) faith. The preview (look inside feature; kindle preview) of the book features the majority of systems Resonance works with.
Through exploring the nature of the universe, we can find a safe path towards the future for everyone and everything.
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Boost Your Brainpower by Frank Minirth, M.D. - Paperback
Only 1 left in stockBoost Your Brainpower : Proven Ways to Keep Your Mind Young by Frank Minirth, M.D.
Most people use less than 5 percent of their overall brain potential. Boost Your Brainpower helps readers tap into the other 95 percent through the mental exercise of vocabulary building and memorization. With the exercises in this book, readers can improve test scores, increase I.Q., memorize more information, communicate more effectively, and excel in work and interactions with other people. The book also reveals eight time-proven memory techniques, encourages Scripture memorization, and offers insights into language that will open new doors for any reader.
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The Rainbow Bridge : Inner Peace & World Peace by Brent N. Hunter - Paperback
Only 1 left in stockThe Rainbow Bridge: Bridge to Inner Peace and to World Peace, recipient of 21 literary awards (see below), has been endorsed by H.H. the Dalai Lama, New York Times Bestselling Authors, Doctors, Lawyers, Ambassadors, Astronauts, Olympians, an Academy Award-Winning Actor and a growing chorus of prestigious global luminaries. The book illuminates the common ground in the world's major wisdom traditions, also known as universal principles. The sixty easy-to-use universal principles can be used to help guide us to experiencing deep inner peace. They can also be used in concrete ways to help create a bridge to a peaceful harmonious world that works for all via a comprehensive Road Map to World Peace.
This book also reveals how the mainstream Rainbow Bridge is spontaneously appearing around the world in the form of physical bridges, stores, hotels, music festivals, Hollywood films and more.
The Rainbow Bridge is a vision of peace and unity that comes from deep inside the heart of humanity. Learn how it can be a positive contribution to your life and to the lives of billions of people worldwide.
WINNER: 2015 Pinnacle Book Achievement Award (Inspirational)
WINNER: 2015 Beverly Hills Book Award (Inspiration)
WINNER: 2015 Beverly Hills Book Award (Spirituality)
WINNER: 2014 USA Best Book Award (Spirituality: Inspirational)
WINNER: 2014 National Indie Excellence Award (Body/Mind/Spirit)
WINNER: 2014 Los Angeles Book Festival (Spirituality)
WINNER: 2014 B.R.A.G. Medallion
WINNER: Gold Medal, 2014 Global Ebook Awards (Gift/Specialty)
WINNER: Silver Medal, 2014 Global Ebook Awards (Current Events/Politics/Foreign Affairs)
WINNER: Bronze Medal, 2014 Global Ebook Awards (Inspirational/Visionary)
WINNER: Notable Indie Book, 2014 Shelf Unbound Writing Competition
WINNER: 2013 Bronze Medal for World Peace
HONORABLE MENTION: 2015 Paris Book Festival (Spiritual)
HONORABLE MENTION: 2014 London Book Festival (Spiritual)
HONORABLE MENTION: 2014 New York Book Festival (Spirituality)
RUNNER-UP: 2014 San Francisco Book Festival (Spirituality)
FINALIST: 2014 Wishing Shelf Book Awards
FINALIST: 2014 International Book Award (Spirituality: Inspirational)
FINALIST: 2014 Next Generation Indie Book Award (Spirituality)
FINALIST: 2014 Next Generation Indie Book Award (Social Change)
FINALIST: 2014 Next Generation Indie Book Award (New Age)
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Designer Scrapbooks with Susan Rios - Hardcover Illustrated
Only 1 left in stockThe newest entry in the blockbuster Designer Scrapbook series--recently featured in Time magazine--comes from an artist with a huge following and a distinct design style.
The Designer Scrapbook series continues its winning streak with a very special collection. Not only is Susan Rios a successful book illustrator, her romantic paintings of cozy interiors, lush gardens, and soothing seashores have hung in at least 1,000 galleries--and attracted the attention of many notable collectors and celebrities. Scrapbookers will be thrilled at her remarkable pages filled with countless never-before-seen ideas. On breathtaking display: glitter, vintage paper, antique ribbon and lace, and dimensional paper art. And her creativity isn't limited to the page: she also offers projects for exquisite memory boxes, too.
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Essential Chinese Mythology by Martin Palmer & Zhao Xiaomin - Paperback USED
Only 1 left in stockFor Westerners, China still exudes a certain air of mystery: an enigmatic mixture of rich cultures and traditions. This fascinating volume is the only one of its kind to contain all the core myths of Chinese mythologies that have helped shape the Chinese psyche. The popular folk stories of Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism are included here. They recount the earliest legends and creation myths and reveal a world of heroes, sage hermits, the secrets of immortality, the formation of dynasties, just teachers, dutiful sons and speaking animals. Some have been adapted to fit the politics and culture of the prevailing dynasties, but many remain remarkably untouched and still underlie the traditional religion of China today. All the stories provide profound insight into the development of Chinese culture, and into the differences and points of contact between Eastern and Western traditions.
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The Elements of Visual Style by Robert W. Harris - Paperback
Only 1 left in stockThe Elements of Visual Style is for people who want to create sophisticated and professional documents at their own desks. No design experience is necessary to use this book, which will help even the novice PC or Mac user develop confidence and good judgment when communicating in print. At the same time, it is packed with tips that the experienced user will find informative.
Six concise chapters cover basic concepts, from understanding typography to designing a page to manipulating art. Dozens of specific techniques—Keys to Success—translate theory into practice. Readers can apply the Keys to Success immediately to create more compelling documents. There are no boring discussions or arcane terminology; all the principles are presented in easy-to-understand language. Plenty of illustrations, many in a before-and-after format, show examples of common print projects, such as business cards, letters, brochures, posters, wedding invitations, and personal ads. Both thorough and succinct, this handy guide will enable anyone to create documents that stand out from the crowd.
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What's Next : The Experts' Guide by Jane Buckingham - Hardcover
Only 1 left in stockWhat's Next : The Experts' Guide : Predictions from 50 of America’s Most Compelling People by Jane Buckingham
What will the next ten years look like?
In her role as founder and president of The Intelligence Group, a consulting and trend-spotting company at the forefront of predictions about the ever-elusive youth and consumer market, Jane Buckingham spends her days looking for the telling details in today's culture that give clues about what our future holds. What's Next: The Experts' Guide is the result of her conversations with dozens of fascinating people in a wide range of industries, all giving their highly individual perspectives on the world as they know it.
From education to the environment, from robotics to drug policy, with an emphasis on up-and-coming industries and news-making topics, some of the most compelling and timely matters of our era are addressed by dozens of contributors, including:
- Renowned computer scientist Steve Ward, PhD, on the biggest issues regarding emerging technologies, intellectual property, and alternate economic models.
- Actors Felicity Huffman and Bill Macy, on the need for new creativity in storytelling.
- Campaign adviser Joe Trippi, on how politics will be turned upside down in the next five to ten years.
- Latina magazine founder Christy Haubegger, on the optimism and growing prospects of the young Latino population.
- Architect Greg Lynn, on how technology is uniting the world of design, from automobiles to art to movies.
Filled with surprising insights and details, What's Next: The Experts' Guide also shows how these leaders work, what they believe will be important, and what they think is not worth our time. In a world that seems to be changing faster than ever, What's Next offers intriguing insights into how we can keep up—and stay ahead.
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Strength in Numbers : A Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Resource - Paperback
Only 1 left in stockWhether you're looking for help, hoping to volunteer your time, or investigating local cultural or entertainment opportunities, Strength in Numbers is the place to begin. By far the most comprehensive guide of its kind, Strength in Numbers provides essential information--including Internet and e-mail addresses--for approximately 1,000 local, national, and international organizations for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgendered people.
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Tears We Cannot Stop : A Sermon to White America by Michael Eric Dyson - Hardcover
NOW A NEW YORK TIMES, PUBLISHER'S WEEKLY, INDIEBOUND, LOS ANGELES TIMES, WASHINGTON POST, CHRONICLE HERALD, SALISBURY POST, GUELPH MERCURY TRIBUNE,AND BOSTON GLOBE BESTSELLER | NAMED A BEST/MOST ANTICIPATED BOOK OF 2017 BY: The Washington Post • Bustle • Men's Journal • The Chicago Reader • StarTribune • Blavity • The Guardian • NBC New York's Bill's Books • Kirkus • Essence
“One of the most frank and searing discussions on race ... a deeply serious, urgent book, which should take its place in the tradition of Baldwin's The Fire Next Time and King's Why We Can't Wait." ―The New York Times Book Review
Toni Morrison hails Tears We Cannot Stop as "Elegantly written and powerful in several areas: moving personal recollections; profound cultural analysis; and guidance for moral redemption. A work to relish."
Stephen King says: "Here’s a sermon that’s as fierce as it is lucid…If you’re black, you’ll feel a spark of recognition in every paragraph. If you’re white, Dyson tells you what you need to know―what this white man needed to know, at least. This is a major achievement. I read it and said amen."Short, emotional, literary, powerful―Tears We Cannot Stop is the book that all Americans who care about the current and long-burning crisis in race relations will want to read.
As the country grapples with racist division at a level not seen since the 1960s, one man's voice soars above the rest with conviction and compassion. In his 2016 New York Times op-ed piece "Death in Black and White," Michael Eric Dyson moved a nation. Now he continues to speak out in Tears We Cannot Stop―a provocative and deeply personal call for change. Dyson argues that if we are to make real racial progress we must face difficult truths, including being honest about how black grievance has been ignored, dismissed, or discounted.
"The time is at hand for reckoning with the past, recognizing the truth of the present, and moving together to redeem the nation for our future. If we don't act now, if you don't address race immediately, there very well may be no future."
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Cezanne : The First Modern Painter : Color Art Book USED Paperback
Only 1 left in stockA study of Paul Cezanne. Mocked by critics, he withdrew to Provence where he laboured quietly until hailed as the father of a new art. His work is shown in this book in full colour, his story is recounted by friends, critics and himself.
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Shabby Chic : Sumptuous Settings & Other Lovely Things by Rachel Ashwell - Softcover Illustrated
Only 1 left in stockTop designer Rachel Ashwell, founder of the Shabby Chic line, is known for her trademark style of transforming drab interiors into warm, inviting spaces. Simply by incorporating a few design elements and a splash of color, Rachel is able to make any environment, whether it's a home or a special event, beautiful and fun. In Shabby Chic: Sumptuous Settings and Other Lovely Things, Rachel proves that her style isn't simply about creating an attractive home but also about creating joyful and pleasant settings for those we love. In this beautiful volume, Rachel applies her distinct eye for style to six very different locations and celebrations, and offers helpful tips on how to host whimsical and unforgettable events.
Whether it is casual or formal, big or small, this beautiful book proves that entertaining need not be expensive. From flea markets to local antiques malls, Rachel reveals that the trick to making any event or space something elegant—without breaking the bank—is simply a matter of inspiration, imagination, and the discovery of a fabulous buy.
Inside, you'll find practical ideas for any occasion, baby showers to weddings, birthday parties to bar mitzvahs. When it comes to setting a scene, Rachel is an expert and with her easy how-to advice, you can be too.
Rachel Ashwell is the creator of the Shabby Chic style. In 1989, she founded the Shabby Chic home furnishing stores and then later, the Rachel Ashwell Shabby Chic Couture stores. She is the author of Shabby Chic, Rachel Ashwell's Shabby Chic Treasure Hunting and Decorating Guide, The Shabby Chic Home, and Shabby Chic: The Gift of Giving.
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As a Man Thinketh by James Allen - Paperback
Only 1 left in stockEminently quotable and full of practical advice for individuals who want to better themselves, As a Man Thinketh is an essential little volume published in 1902 which explains and promotes the direct connection between our thoughts and our happiness. Do you believe in the power of positive thinking — yet remain unclear as to how that power can be harnessed in your life? James Allen’s As a Man Thinketh explains and promotes the direct connection between what we think and the direction our lives take. Part of the New Thought Movement, Allen reveals the secrets to having the most fulfilling existence possible, and it’s easier than any of us could have imagined. You, too, can learn how to master the output of your brain in order to obtain the personal success of which you have always — until now — merely dreamed.
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Adventure Characters : Learn to Draw Step by Step Walter Foster and Jacob Glaser
Only 1 left in stockFeatures step-by-step instructions for drawing a gnome, maiden, dwarf, jester, swordsman, an angel, and an evil sorcerer!
This action-packed drawing guide is perfect for aspiring artists thrilled by all that is magical, daring, and valiant. From warriors and knights to kings and sorcerers, readers can learn to draw a variety of exciting characters with pencil. Fantasy artist Jacob Glaser also instructs readers on digital rendering, so artists can bring their adventures to life with vibrant color.
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Modern Architecture : A Critical History by Kenneth Frampton - Paperback
Only 1 left in stockThis acclaimed survey of 20th-century architecture and its origins has become a classic since it first appeared in 1980. Now revised, enlarged and expanded, Kenneth Frampton brings the story up to date and adds an entirely new concluding chapter that focuses on four countries where individual talent and enlightened patronage have combined to produce a comprehensive and convincing architectural culture: Finland, France, Spain and Japan. The bibliography has also been reviewed and extended, making this volume more indispensable than ever. 362 illustrations
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30 Fresh Flower Displays - Hardcover Photo Book
Only 1 left in stockInspirational arrangements with glorious fresh flowers
Fresh flowers are unsurpassed in beauty and fragrance. Their versatility results in stunning floral designs for all occasions. The following pages will help you make the most of fresh flowers in both classic and informal compositions to suit every taste and mood.
The stylish finished photographs will inspire readers at all levels of expertise and the clear step-by-step format ensures that even beginners can achieve the most complicated arrangements.
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An American Christmas - Hardcover Illustrated Edition
Only 1 left in stockA collection of poems, music, stories, recipes, pictures and photographs relating to the Christmas celebration in America--beautifully illustrated and suitable for gifting.
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Pet Food Nation by Joan Weiskopf - Paperback Nonfiction
Only 1 left in stockA Must-Read for all Pet Lovers
For decades, dog and cat owners have depended on popular commercial foods to keep their beloved animals well-fed. Until 2007, when the national pet food catastrophe left pet owners scrambling for an alternative to mass-quantity, factory-produced food.
How can you break away from your reliance on the commercial pet food industry? Pet Food Nation offers the solution: Stop feeding your pet from a bag or a can—gradually, and then permanently. Instead, let's return to the way our ancestors fed their cherished pets since the dawn of time, with a variety of fresh and cooked foods from our own homes, the smart, simple, and healthy way.
Pet Food Nation features :
- How to transition your pet from commercial food to a healthier diet
- Six signs of dietary problems with your pet
- Why homemade food is better for your pet
- The best diet for an older pet
- What to feed your breed
- Basic easy recipes for dogs and cats
Buy this book and learn how to feed your pets properly and safely now!
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Future Shock by Alvin Toffler - Mass Market Paperback
Examines the effects of rapid industrial and technological changes upon the individual, the family, and society. A nonfiction classic.
About the Author
Alvin Toffler (1928–2016) was an American writer and futurist whose list of bestselling books includes Future Shock, The Third Wave, and Powershift. He was a cofounder of Toffler Associates, a consulting firm for companies and governments worldwide on advances in economics, technology, and social change. In France, where his work won the prestigious Prix du Meilleur Livre Étranger (Best Foreign Book Prize), Alvin was named an Officier de l’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres.
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Eric Sloane's An Age of Barns : An Illustrated Review of Classic Barn Styles and Construction - Paperback
This is a re-issue of Sloane's classic folksy history of barn folklore, architecture, and history, which has been out of print for twenty years. Eric Sloane's An Age of Barns is filled with fabulous black-and-white illustrations from this great American artist. Covering all types of American and Canadian barns and everything associated with them-implements and tools, hex signs, silos, out buildings, hinges, barn raising, and more-Eric Sloane's An Age of Barns is a spectacular album tribute to this important facet of our architecture and agriculture. This book is sure to once again become a collector's item.
From Library Journal
An unfortunate result of progress is that many older technologies or styles are lost to future generations. With preservation in mind, Sloane created the original edition of this title, which has been out of print for 20 years. This reissue is of great value to anyone interested in barns or early Americana. The black-and-white illustrations are simply beautiful, showing the amazing array of barn designs and related agricultural buildings. Sloane also covers barn raisings, smoke houses, and the specific parts of all of these structures. This remarkable book will appeal to those interested in construction, Americana, or rural living; this title should be part of every public library collection.
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc.About the Author
Eric Sloane, formerly of Connecticut, was a famous American painter, illustrator, and author who published more than 40 books, including Diary of an Early American Boy and Museum of Tools.
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The Magic of Believing by Claude M. Bristol - Mass Market Paperback Nonfiction
“In my opinion, one of the greatest inspirational and motivational books ever written in the United States is The Magic of Believing by Claude M. Bristol.”–Rev. Norman Vincent Peale
Whether you want an increased income, a new home, a better job, a happier marriage, or simply a good night's sleep...this book tells you how.
“The Magic of Believing changed my life. Read it and any problem can be solved, happiness can be achieved, great rewards can be reaped.”–Phyllis Diller
Harness the unlimited energies of your subconscious mind. Make yourself more competent in your affairs, more influential in your dealings with others--in short, more successful in life.
“I began practicing the principles and philosophies in The Magic of Believing and found the secret of a successful formula. I can truthfully say that since reading this book, I have experienced greater happiness.”–Liberace