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Publisher
DK
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Explore the history and variety of our most faithful companions in this collection of over 400 different dog breeds. For centuries, dogs have been adored for their unswerving loyalty, and this new edition of The Dog Encyclopedia perfectly celebrates the special relationship that binds humans with our four-legged friends. Starting with their history, evolution, and anatomy, this brilliant book about dogs puts on a show of dogs in art and advertising,...
Publisher
World Book, a Scott Fetzer company
Pub. Date
[2024].
Language
English
Description
"A 22-volume, highly illustrated, A-Z general encyclopedia for all ages, featuring sections on how to use World Book, other research aids, pronunciation key, a student guide to better writing, speaking, and research skills, and comprehensive index"
Publisher
Mayo Clinic Press
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
Presents a guide for improving health using home remedies and treatments recommended by alternative medicine, covering such topics as herbs and supplements, mind-body techniques, acupuncture, massage therapy, and methods of stress reduction.
"Organized by health condition in a straightforward A-Z format, the Mayo Clinic Book of Home Remedies provides easy, physician-approved home remedies for more than 100 common health issues. Not every minor health...
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
''Want to dive into The High Republic era of the Star Wars galaxy, but don’t know where to start? Look no further! Centuries before the fall of Anakin Skywalker and rise of the Galactic Empire, the noble and wise Jedi Knights must face frightening new threats to themselves, the galaxy, and the Force itself! Meet the brave Jedi, ruthless Nihil marauders, cutthroat mercenaries, and evil monsters who call this era of the galaxy home. Featuring more...
Author
Publisher
Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"From Calvert Crary and Bruce Littlefield, The Encyclopedia of Cut Flowers is a comprehensive, gorgeously visual guide that answers every question you've ever had (and a few you didn't know to ask!) about buying, caring for, and prolonging the lives of more than 140 different varieties of commonly available cut flowers. The Encyclopedia of Cut Flowers dives deep into the world of fresh-cut flowers, featuring unique entries for 143 different varieties...
Author
Publisher
Running Press
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"For film buffs and literature lovers alike, this is an essential guide to 52 great reads, and the cinema classics they inspired"--
"For film buffs and literature lovers alike, Turner Classic Movies presents an essential guide to 52 cinema classics and the literary works that served as their inspiration. “I love that movie!” “But have you read the book?” Within these pages, Turner Classic Movies offers an endlessly fascinating look...
Author
Publisher
Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"From a New York Times bestselling author, this groundbreaking book celebrates and examines the history of Asian Americans on the big screen, exploring how iconic films have shaped Hollywood, representation, and American culture. In 2018, the critical and financial success of Crazy Rich Asians ignited new fires in Hollywood to create and back Asian-centric stories. Since then, the number of movies featuring Asian Americans, either in front or behind...
Author
Publisher
Greenwood Press
Pub. Date
[2007]
Language
English
Description
For the Jewish people, the span of years from 1933-1945, represents one of the most devastating in their three-thousand year history. It is often called in Hebrew Shoah, which is best translated as "devastation." The Roma and Sinti peoples named it the Porrajmos, the "great devouring." In English it has come to be referred to as the Holocaust, an expression that implies not only the utter terror and destruction of that time but the uniqueness of the...
Author
Publisher
Lorenz Books, an imprint of Anness Publishing Limited
Pub. Date
2022
Language
English
Description
A sumptuously illustrated volume detailing the history of the Jewish peoples and their religious beliefs and practices.
"Judaism is one of the world's oldest religions. This book offers an account of the 4,000-year history of the Jews, from the ancient Patriarchs and Kings through to modern times. It also explores the Jewish faith, its traditional beliefs and practices, its festivals and celebrations, and the way of life of Jewish people today. The...
Author
Publisher
Alfred A. Knopf
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
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Description
The New York Times Book Review Editors' Choice • A history and celebration of the many far-flung volunteers who helped define the English language, word by word. “Enthralling and exuberant, Sarah Ogilvie tells the surprising story of the making of the OED. Philologists, fantasists, crackpots, criminals, career spinsters, suffragists, and Australians: here is a wonder book for word lovers.” —Jeanette Winterson, author of Oranges Are Not the...
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Language
English
Formats
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Expanded and revised, this comprehensive guide features magical uses of over 400 herbs and plants from all parts of the world. With over 500,000 copies in print, this reference book is a must for all who perform natural magic. It features illustrations for easy identification of every herb, in addition to common names, use, and rulership.
Author
Publisher
Picador
Pub. Date
[2006]
Language
English
Description
"In 1746, Samuel Johnson undertook the Herculean task of writing the first comprehensive English dictionary. Imagining he could complete the job in three years, Johnson in fact took more than eight, and the dictionary itself turned out to be as much a work of literature as it was an invaluable reference. In alphabetized chapters, from "Adventurous" to "Zootomy," Henry Hitchings tells of Johnson's toil and triumph and offers a closer look at the definitions...
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Uncover the key moments that shaped American history in this extensive history encyclopedia for children. Get the background on the Battle of Yorktown and discover what started the American Revolution. Learn the legends of the Wild West. Relive the atmosphere of the "Roaring Twenties." Covering everything from the cultures of the first Native Americans right up to the events of the present day, American History: A Visual Encyclopedia is the ultimate...
Author
Publisher
DK
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Discover how to make and use natural remedies from home-grown herbs to improve your health and wellbeing. In recent years, more people than ever have turned to natural remedies for general health and wellbeing, and for help with ailments, from the common cold to arthritis. This comprehensive book of expert advice teaches you how to grow your own herbs, harvest plants from the wild, and process ingredients to create your own cabinet of natural remedies,...
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Change the way you see the world, with a groundbreaking visual approach to the wonders of our planet, in this fully updated edition. Explore the universe, from the inside of an atom to black holes, then discover the explosive science behind a fireworks display. This fully updated third edition of Knowledge Encyclopedia will continue to fascinate young readers with its microscopic detail and amazing facts on a huge range of topics. Children aged...
Author
Publisher
DK
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"This exciting introduction to the human body is brimming with super senses, marvelous medicine, and record-breaking feats. The world is so much bigger than young minds can fathom and there is always more to learn. My Very Important Human Body is a vibrant encyclopedia for curious 5-9 year olds with a unique approach to the human body. Little learners can easily digest scientific information with this breakdown of how our bodies work and all the...
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
''The Cat Encyclopedia is a cat compendium with all the facts about cats and kittens. It's packed with beautifully photographed profiles of different breeds, from the Maine Coon to the Khao Manee, and includes information on caring for your own cat. This book explores the cat's place in cultures and includes famous cats in art and literature. In this encyclopedia, you will find: -A breed catalog outlining all the cat breeds such as Shorthairs, Exotic...
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Series
Publisher
National Geographic Kids
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"An encyclopedia of mammals-including profiles and explanation of what mammals are-for early readers"--
"From the biggest to the smallest, the fiercest to the cutest, this science-packed, photo-filled encyclopedia has everything you want to know about these amazing warm-blooded creatures. What animal figured out how to eat a porcupine? Which creature smells like popcorn? How can cheetahs run so fast? From the colossal blue whale to the tiny pygmy...
Author
Publisher
Editorial Trillas
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
Español
Description
"Las personas sordas "escuchan con los ojos" y "hablan con las manos" -afirma la autora-; por esta razón, los oyentes tenemos el deber de conocer su mundo y aprender a comunicarnos con ellas.El Diccionario de lenguaje mexicano de señas permite a quienes si gozamos del sentido del oído, entender cómo perciben su entorno las personas que carecen del mismo y de qué manera lo representan valiéndose del movimiento de sus manos, la gestualización...
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