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Book SynopsisLearn and laugh with the Rabbi and his friends.

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Book SynopsisFollowing his bestselling Lost for Words, the ever-popular John Humphrys takes a provocative look at the hidden attitudes that lie behind so many of our current phrases and expressions.Trade Review'Wonderfully spirited.' * Daily Mail *'Very amusing... managing to combine mellow wisdom with an endearing rattiness. Beyond Words is among the best books of a new bloodline of non-fiction that dissects modern ails from a position of dismay or bafflement.' * The Herald *'He talks a lot of (well-punctuated) sense.' * londonpaper *[Praise for Lost for Words]'Humphrys is passionate about language - and very funny too' * Rod Liddle *'an exquisite sensitivity to the misuse of the English language' * The Sunday Times *'for all those who care about the English language' * Ann Widdecombe, New Statesman *

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Book SynopsisThis delightful jigsaw puzzle features the midcentury art style from the cult hit Professor Astro Cat’s Frontiers of Space. • A fun activity for kids (and adults!) to discover the solar system and outer space while engaging important skills such as critical thinking, problem solving, creativity, and hand-eye coordination.• The unique and colorful design will delight fans of Professor Astro Cat and the series’ beloved art style.• Sturdy puzzle pieces fit perfectly together, are virtually dust-free with minimal glare, and are designed for easy handling.• Included a matching poster features a search-and-find activity with science vocabulary and proper nouns, such as comets, satellites, the International Space Station, and NASA’s Curiosity Rover, offering another fun way for kids to learn about space.

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Book SynopsisNEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Dive deep into the history of the world’s most popular fantasy RPG livestream with the cast of Critical Role in this definitive guide featuring never-before-seen illustrations and photos.From its unassuming beginnings as a casual home game between friends to the role-playing phenomenon it is today, Critical Role has become the stuff of legend. These pages chronicle how a circle of friends who all happen to be talented voice actors built the most-watched tabletop role-playing livestream of all time.Discover dazzling new illustrations and richly written insights into the locations, characters, and adventures featured in the hundreds of episodes across Critical Role’s two campaigns, Vox Machina and the Mighty Nein. Go behind the scenes with archival photos and exclusive interviews with Dungeon Master Matt Mercer and the entire Crit

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Book SynopsisCompete for Shakespeare's best-loved plays and characters in a delightful card game that transports players to London's sixteenth-century theatre scene.Build the most valuable London theatre season by collecting characters from thirteen of Shakespeare’s best-loved plays. This illustrated card-based party game combines Shakespeare, drama, and money—it’s catnip for theatre buffs, language nerds, and book clubs.  Collect complete plays with all four of their leading characters. The wild cards can increase or decrease your fortune. If you fill in the missing word in the lines of dialog on the bottom of the cards at the end of the game, whether on your own sets of cards or others', you earn extra points for each correct quote. May the biggest Bard lover win!

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Book SynopsisAn officially licensed Dungeons & Dragons mini-jigsaw puzzle featuring the terrifying Demogorgon in a fun-sized puzzle uniquely shaped like the monster itselfThis jigsaw puzzle has a finished size of 8 x 8 and includes 100+ pieces that assemble into a shaped puzzle, presenting an addictive new challenge. Perfect for D&D fans of all ages, this puzzle is part of a collection featuring the game’s most iconic monsters and creatures, including the Mimic and the Beholder puzzles. Boost your bestiary and collect all three!

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Book SynopsisProve that you're the ultimate language buff in this delightful card game that will always help you have the last good word.If you cow someone, will they cower? Do you know what a milliner sells?If you answered “yes” and “hats” to these two questions, you may just be the next champion of Good Words, a trivia-based card game for word lovers.Each of the 175 cards contains a single trivia question related to word spelling, origins, and meanings, as well as testing your knowledge of synonyms, homonyms, and other language minutia. Answer the question correctly and you get to keep the card—each of which has a letter on it. When one player gains enough trivia cards, it triggers the all-out spell-a-thon, where each player competes to create the best words with the cards they’ve collected—earning more points for longer words or using up all their cards. Play a game for two or invite up to six players to join

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Book SynopsisDive into this vibrantly illustrated history of everything humans have invented to entertain ourselves, from Chess and Nintendo to Drag Queen Story Hour and Burning Man.In The Book of Fun, Polygon co-founder Russ Frushtick divulges the hidden backstories and fascinating facts about your favorite video games, theme parks, festivals, sports, and more. With 80+ digestible, entertaining entries, it''s not justfodder for your next dinner party -- you might also discover your next great pastime, be it jousting, stunt acting, cheese rolling, or Swedish Bunny Hopping.For fans of pop-history, pop-science, and the many things mankind has invented to waste time, The Book of Fun explores: Board Games: The world''s oldest tabletop games(Senet, Go,Chess) and its most enduringly popular (Monopoly, Dungeons & Dragons, Settlers of Catan) Toys: The history of yourfavorite playthings, like Barbie,Beanie Babies, Slinky,Furby, and LEGO Video Games: The console wars of the ''90s, the birth of game streaming, and unexpected Pokémon Go consequences Theme Parks: Stories behind Coney Island''s Cyclone, Disneyland''s opening-day woes, and the bizarre parks built in a nuclear power plant and a Soviet bunker Sports: The most fascinating athletic endeavorsacross the globe, from gladiatorial battles to Lucha Libre, pumpkin boat racing, and sumo wrestling Stunts: Harry Houdini, Evel Knievel, Jackie Chan, and the incredible stunt artists you may not know Festivals: From Carnival celebrationsaround the world to the stories of Woodstock, Burning Man, and a Spanish baby-jumping festival Dressing Up: The originsof jesters, Halloween, cosplay, drag queen style, and more Roadside Attractions: Wacky spectacleslike the 65-foot-tall Lucy the Elephant in New Jersey, the Mystery Hole in West Virginia, and the Cabazon Dinosaurs in California

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Book SynopsisFamily fun-time in a box: the gift of connection sparking activities in an irresistible, pick-me-up package that's sure to bring the fun at family gatherings.

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Book SynopsisThe activity book to get your family through isolation!Bored of seeing everyone you know glued to their phones all the time?Switch It Off! is a revolutionary, pocket-sized activity book the same size and shape as a smartphone.It''s packed with entertaining games, challenges, jokes, puzzles and illusions - and it will change your life.You can dip into it, leaf through it, pass it around, colour in it, scribble on it, and even rip it up.It''s all about having fun, any way you want, either on your own, or with your family and friends.Its groundbreaking features include:a battery life as long as your imagination! wifi, cables & earphones are not required!it''s 100% recyclable!We hope it gets people talking - face to face. And laughing - together. So what are you waiting for? To switch your real social life back on, just Switch It Off!

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Book SynopsisEach illustration depicts a Santa from a different part of the world including the UK, Germany, Australia, the US and Canada . Beautiful famous landmarks, scenery, national flags, and more are captured within each Santa design, making this colouring book a unique cultural experience for the holiday season! Interesting captions complement each illustration, and a stunning gallery of Jim Shore's art is also included. Each line art design is printed on a single side of high-quality paper with perforated edges for easy removal and display.

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Book SynopsisFidget Spinners have taken the world by storm! This brilliant book is packed with the very best tricks, tips and hacks to make you a Fidget Spinner master!Fidget Spinners: Brilliant Tricks, Tips and Hacks includes everything you could ever want to know about Fidget Spinners: the top ten Spinners, clever hacks to customize your spinner to make it look cooler and spin faster, and step-by-step instructions for thirty tricks. Master the basics, from the Finger Spin to the Hand Dryer, before learning some epic moves, from the Stack Attack to the Reverse Flip, and attempting the ultimate spins, from Around the Back to the Knuckle Down, to wow your friends and family.Table of ContentsIntroduction - i: Introduction Section - ii: How To Use A Fidget Spinner Section - iii: Tips For Spinner Beginners Unit - 1: Basic Tricks Chapter - 1: The Finger Spin Chapter - 2: The Table Top Chapter - 3: The Elevator Chapter - 4: The Finger Transfer Chapter - 5: The Pen Pusher Chapter - 6: The Drop Chapter - 7: The Bottle Spin Chapter - 8: The Twin Spin Chapter - 9: The ’Copter Spin Chapter - 10: The Hand Dryer Unit - 2: Epic Tricks Chapter - 11: The Stack Attack Chapter - 12: The Stick Trick Chapter - 13: The String Spinner Chapter - 14: The Hand Twist Chapter - 15: The Reverse Flip Chapter - 16: The Vertical Toss Chapter - 17: The Kick Chapter - 18: The Cap Flip Chapter - 19: The Top Spin Chapter - 20: The Fingertip Spin Unit - 3: Ultimate Tricks Chapter - 21: Around the Back Chapter - 22: The Pencil Balance Chapter - 23: The Leg Switch Chapter - 24: Knees Up Chapter - 25: The High Toss Chapter - 26: The Knuckle Down Chapter - 27: The Spinner Swap Chapter - 28: Eyes Off the Prize Chapter - 29: The Hole in One Chapter - 30: The Clap and Trap Unit - 4: Top 10 Fidget Spinners Chapter - 31: Tri-spinner Chapter - 32: Dual-spinner Chapter - 33: Radioactive Spinner Chapter - 34: Ninja Spinner Chapter - 35: Glow-in-the-Dark Spinner Chapter - 36: Quad-spinner Chapter - 37: Spinning Wheel Chapter - 38: Flower Power Chapter - 39: Wooden Fidget Chapter - 40: Batman Spinner Unit - 5: Spinner Hacks Chapter - 41: Flying Colours Chapter - 42: Bearings Spinner Chapter - 43: Coin Upgrade Chapter - 44: Bottle-top Spinner Unit - 6: Design Your Own Spinner Unit - 7: What's Next? Chapter - 45: Fidget Cube Chapter - 46: Fidget Sticks

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Book SynopsisA history of the popular boardgame, from 1960s New York right through to the 2004 National Championships.

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Book SynopsisWhat's wrong with this famous picture? Front Page Photo Puzzles has all the challenge and fun of photo puzzles, but it features iconic photos, current and classic, from the V-J Day kiss in Times Square to Barack Obama's inauguration. Fans of photo puzzles get a visual treat with this awesome collection of famous photos that define watershed moments in history. Author Hal Buell, who edited photographs for the Associated Press for more than 40 years, has chosen images for their historical significance, pairing them with in-depth captions. These amazing photos are the basis of three different types of puzzles of all difficulty levels. Readers can compare two versions of an image to find the difference; four versions of an image to determine which one has been changed; or look at a single iconic image to determine where it has been altered. An easy-to-use answer key in the back of the book makes scoring a snap.

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Book SynopsisSnip, Burn, Solder, Shred is packed with fun craft and toy-making projects for geeks on a budget. Inside, you ll find illustrated instructions for 24 quirky playthings. Part I: Kid Stuff contains child-friendly projects like the Lock-N-Latch Treasure Chest and a PVC TeePee; Part II: The Electro-Skiffle Band is devoted to homemade musical instruments; and Part III: The Locomotivated showcases moving toys, like a muzzleloader that shoots marshmallows and a steam-powered milk-carton boat. Each project costs just £10 or less to make and is suitable for anyone, regardless of experience level. As you build, you ll learn useful sewing and carpentry skills, and the appendix offers a primer on electronics and soldering. You (and your kids) will have hours of fun making projects like: A simple electric guitar An oversized joy buzzer that (safely) administers a 100-volt jolt Cool, mess-free, screen-printed T-shirts Kites made from FedEx envelopes Booming Thunderdrums made from salvagedTable of ContentsDEDICATION; ACKNOWLEDGMENTS; Introduction; What's in This Book?; Further Reading; Support and Contact; Kid Stuff; Chapter 1: Lock-n-Latch Treasure Chest; 1.1 Tools; 1.2 Supplies; 1.3 Building It; 1.4 About Board Sizes; 1.5 Crosscut Saw vs. Pull Saw; Chapter 2: Switchbox: A Soldering Project for Greenhorns; 2.1 Tools; 2.2 Supplies; 2.3 Building It; 2.4 Voltage, Current, and Resistance; Chapter 3: The Sock Squid; 3.1 Tools; 3.2 Supplies; 3.3 Building It; 3.4 Sock Cthulhu; 3.5 Resources; Chapter 4: The PVC Teepee; 4.1 Tools; 4.2 Supplies; 4.3 Building It; 4.4 Building Tip; Chapter 5: Cheap Mesh Screen Printing; 5.1 Tools; 5.2 Supplies; 5.3 Building It; 5.4 Printing Tips; 5.5 Resources; Chapter 6: Shut-the-Box: A Pirate Dicing Game; 6.1 Tools; 6.2 Supplies; 6.3 Building It; 6.4 Game Play; Chapter 7: Ticklebox: Jolt Your Friends; 7.1 Tools; 7.2 Supplies; 7.3 Building It; 7.4 Scrounging Tips; 7.5 The Mean-Ass Jingle Bear; Chapter 8: Small-Board Go/Tafl; 8.1 Tools; 8.2 Supplies; 8.3 Building It; 8.4 Game Play; 8.5 Resources; Electro-Skiffle Band; Chapter 9: X-Ray Talking Drum; 9.1 Tools; 9.2 Supplies; 9.3 Building It; 9.4 Playing the X-Ray Talking Drum; Chapter 10: Thunderdrum; 10.1 Tools; 10.2 Supplies; 10.3 Building It; 10.4 Playing the Thunderdrum; 10.5 Resources; Chapter 11: The Electro-Didgeridoo; 11.1 Tools; 11.2 Supplies; 11.3 Building It; 11.4 Playing the Didgeridoo; 11.5 Resources; Chapter 12: The Dirt-Cheap Amp; 12.1 Tools; 12.2 Supplies; 12.3 Building It; 12.4 Tweaking the Amp; 12.5 Resources; Chapter 13: The $10 Electric Guitar; 13.1 Tools; 13.2 Supplies; 13.3 Building It; 13.4 Playing the $10 Electric Guitar; 13.5 Modifying the $10 Electric Guitar; 13.6 Building Tip; 13.7 Resources; Chapter 14: Dirt-Cheap Boutique Stomp Boxes: The Spring Reverb; 14.1 Tools; 14.2 Supplies; 14.3 Building It; 14.4 Using the Spring Reverb; 14.5 Resources; Chapter 15: Dirt-Cheap Boutique Stomp Boxes: The Blinkie Tremolo; 15.1 Tools; 15.2 Supplies; 15.3 Building It; 15.4 Tweaking the Blinkie Tremolo; 15.5 Stompable Stomp Boxes; 15.6 Resources; Chapter 16: Dirt-Cheap Boutique Stomp Boxes: The Two-Transistor Fuzztone; 16.1 Tools; 16.2 Supplies; 16.3 Building It; 16.4 Using and Modifying the Two-Transistor Fuzztone; 16.5 Resources; Chapter 17: Cigar-Box Synthesizer; 17.1 Tools; 17.2 Supplies; 17.3 Building It; 17.4 Expanding the Cigar-Box Synthesizer; 17.5 Resources; The Locomotivated; Chapter 18: Cardboard Boomerangs; 18.1 Tools; 18.2 Supplies; 18.3 Building the Fast-Catch Boomerang; 18.4 Building the Cross-Stick Boomerang; 18.5 Throwing; 18.6 Tuning; 18.7 Store-Bought Boomerangs; 18.8 How It Works; 18.9 Boomerang Design; 18.10 Resources; Chapter 19: Pop Can Flyer; 19.1 Tools; 19.2 Supplies; 19.3 Building It; 19.4 How It Works; 19.5 Bonus Project: NASA's Finest Paper Airplane; 19.6 Tools; 19.7 Supplies; 19.8 Building It; Chapter 20: Quick-n-Easy Water Rocket; 20.1 Tools; 20.2 Supplies; 20.3 Building It; 20.4 Building the Better Rocket; Chapter 21: Putt-Putt Boat; 21.1 Tools; 21.2 Supplies; 21.3 Building It; 21.4 How It Works; Chapter 22: Jitterbug: Your First Robot; 22.1 Tools; 22.2 Supplies; 22.3 Building It; 22.4 How It Works; 22.5 Modifying the Jitterbug; 22.6 Reverse Sumo Racing; 22.7 Resources; Chapter 23: FedEx Kites; 23.1 Tools; 23.2 Supplies for the Diamond Kite; 23.3 Supplies for the Box Kite; 23.4 Building the Diamond Kite; 23.5 Building the Box Kite; 23.6 Flying Tips; 23.7 Resources; Chapter 24: Marshmallow Muzzleloader; 24.1 Tools; 24.2 Supplies; 24.3 Building It; 24.4 Firing Instructions; 24.5 How It Works; 24.6 Going Commando; Electronics Components, Tools, and Skills; Components; Tools; Skills; Resources; Colophon; Updates;

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Book SynopsisIn The Cult of LEGO, Wired's GeekDad blogger John Baichtal and BrickJournal founder Joe Meno take you on a magnificent, illustrated tour of the LEGO® community, its people, and their creations. The Cult of LEGO introduces us to fans and builders from all walks of life. People like professional LEGO artist Nathan Sawaya; enigmatic Dutch painter Ego Leonard (who maintains that he is, in fact, a LEGO minifig); Angus MacLane, a Pixar animator who builds CubeDudes, instantly recognizable likenesses of fictional characters; Brick Testament creator Brendan Powell Smith, who uses LEGO to illustrate biblical stories; and Henry Lim, whose work includes a series of models recreating M.C. Escher lithographs and a full-scale, functioning LEGO harpsichord. Marvel at spectacular LEGO creations like: A life-sized Stegosaurus and an 80,000-brick T. Rex skeleton Detailed microscale versions of landmarks like the Acropolis and Yankee Stadium A 22-foot long, 350-pound re-creation of the World War II bTrade Review"This fascinating look at the world of devoted LEGO fans deserves a place on the bookshelf of anyone who's ever played with LEGO bricks."—Chris Anderson, editor-in-chief, Wired"As much a geek treat of the finest kind as it is a fascinating piece of subcultural anthropology. An essential staple for your favorite nerd's coffee table."—Maria Popova, The Atlantic"When, in their exhaustive and rapturous survey of the multicolored building blocks, The Cult of LEGO, [Baichtal and Meno] present the original patent application drawing for what was then, in 1958, called a "toy plastic brick", the effect is that of viewing the tablets that held the Ten Commandments, or perhaps the Sistine Chapel artwork. The receptive reader is in the presence of the divine genesis."—Paul Di Filippo, Salon.com"If we're talking about inspiring the next generation of engineers, flipping through this book would be one way to do it."—MSNBC.com"...A beautiful, coffee-table tome rich with examples of LEGO’s appeal and limitless versatility."—TODAY.com"I defy you to read and admire this book and not want to doodle with some bricks by the time you're done."—Gareth Branwyn, online editor-in-chief, MAKE Magazine"A crazy fun read, from cover to cover, this book deserves a special spot on the bookshelf of any self-respecting nerd."—Jake McKee, former global community manager, the LEGO Group"An excellent book and a must have for any LEGO enthusiast out there. The pictures are awesome!"—Ulrik Pilegaard, author of Forbidden LEGO"We're all members of the Cult of LEGO—the only membership requirement is clicking two pieces of plastic together and wanting to click more. Now we have a book that justifies our obsession."—James Floyd Kelly, blogger for GeekDad.com and TheNXTStep.com"Surprisingly inspiring . . . plenty of inspiration for anyone who has ever played with, and loved, Legos." —Juliet Izon, Wall Street Journal"Nearly 300 pages of LEGO awesomeness . . . just stunning."—Bricklover18Table of ContentsIntroductionChapter 1: The History of LEGOChapter 2: Building AgainChapter 3: Minifig ManiaChapter 4: (Re)creating IconsChapter 5: Building from ImaginationChapter 6: LEGO ArtChapter 7: Telling StoriesChapter 8: Micro/MacroChapter 9: Digital BrickageChapter 10: LEGO Robotics: Building Smart ModelsChapter 11: GatheringsChapter 12: Serious LEGOIndex

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Book SynopsisWhat's the difference between a tile and a plate? Why isn't it a good idea to stack bricks in columns to make a wall? How do you build a LEGO mosaic or build at different scales? You ll find the answers to these and other questions in The Unofficial LEGO Builder s Guide. Now in full color, this brand-new edition of a well-loved favorite will show you how to: Construct models that won't fall apart Choose the right pieces and substitute when needed Build to micro, jumbo, and miniland scale Make playable board games out of LEGO pieces Create photo mosaics and curved sculptures Build a miniature space shuttle, a minifig-sized train station, and more Of course, the real fun of LEGO building lies in creating your own models from choosing the subject to clicking that final brick into place. Learn how in The Unofficial LEGO Builder s Guide. Includes the Brickopedia, a visual dictionary of nearly 300 of the most commonly used LEGO elements!Table of ContentsWHAT THE LEGO(R) COMMUNITY IS SAYING ABOUT THE UNOFFICIAL LEGO(R) BUILDER'S GUIDEDedicationAcknowledgmentsIntroductionChapter 1: The LEGO System: Endless PossibilitiesChapter 2: Back to Basics: Tips and TechniquesChapter 3: Minifig Scale: Oh, What a Wonderful Minifig World It Is!Chapter 4: Miniland Scale: The Whole World in MiniatureChapter 5: Jumbo Elements: Building Bigger BricksChapter 6: Microscale Building: More Than Meets the EyeChapter 7: Sculptures: The Shape of Things to BuildChapter 8: Mosaics: Patterns and Pictures in BricksChapter 9: Putting It All Together: Where Ideas Meet BricksChapter 10: Beyond Just Bricks: Other Ways to Enjoy the LEGO HobbyBrickopediaDesign Grids: Building Better by Planning AheadColophonA Note from the IllustratorUpdates

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Book SynopsisWith just one collection of LEGO bricks, you can build any of these 10 models from the simple Hot Rod to the mighty Excavator. Tips and tricks will inspire you to create your own amazing models. Whether you re new to the LEGO Build-It Book series or ready for a new challenge, you re in for hours of fun! Hot Rod Forklift Wrecker Roadster Gran Turismo Dune Buggy Chopper Big Rig F1 Racer Excavator

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Book SynopsisFrom tanks to tow trucks, all the models showcased in this book use LEGO Technic gears, pulleys, pneumatics, and electric motors to really move. You ll find some of the world s best fan-created LEGO superècars, construction equipment, monster trucks, watercraft, and more, along with design notes and breakaway views of the truly incredible mechanisms inside. Look closely, and you ll learn how expert builders use differentials, suspensions, linkages, and complex gearing systems in their creations. Whether you re a beginning builder or a longtime LEGO fan, Incredible LEGO Technic offers a unique look at the artistry and engineering that can make your LEGO creations come alive.Trade Review"Stunning visual overload."—Gizmodo"Stunning...a beautiful, high quality paperback print, this book is doing a tour on my coffee table."—Boing Boing"Showcases the work of some of the world's best Technic builders."—Kotaku

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Book SynopsisIn this step-by-step guide, you ll learn how to build 40 miniature models of race cars, airplanes, ships, trains, and more. These fun, compact designs will inspire you to get creative with as few as nine LEGO® pieces. Imagine what you can build with just a handful of LEGO bricks almost anything! In Tiny LEGO Wonders, you'll create miniscale models of real vehicles ?like: A ?space shuttle ?Jets, planes?, and helicopters Flatbed trucks and cement mixers France s high-speed TGV train F1 racecars Muscle cars Cargo, cruise, wooden ships, and more!? Let your creativity run wild!Table of ContentsAbout this BookChapter 1: The Train StationChapter 2: The AirportChapter 3: Fire!Chapter 4: The Construction SiteChapter 5: The Car DealerChapter 6: The Race TrackChapter 7: The HarborChapter 8: The Aircraft CarrierChapter 9: 3, 2, 1 Liftoff!Chapter 10: The Moon Army

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Book SynopsisWith a bit of imagination and a heavy dose of artistic talent, Minecraft blocks can be used to build almost anything. But as you ll see, some artists are taking Minecraft building to a whole new level. Beautiful Minecraft is a compendium of stunning artwork built in Minecraft. Using millions of blocks and spending hundreds of hours, these artists have created floating steampunk cities, alien worlds, detailed classical sculptures, fantastical landscapes, architectural marvels, and more. The results are simply beautiful.Trade Review“The images in the book are, as the title suggests, quite beautiful.”—Pop Matters“Beautiful Minecraft is a compendium of stunning artwork created in Minecraft. It’s difficult to convey just how amazing some of these Minecraft creations are.”—EE Times“The title really does say it all. While there’s a growing industry in Minecraft books, Beautiful Minecraft really stands out. A worthy collection.”—Boys’ LifeGeekMom featured Beautiful Minecraft in their Gift Guide: For The Minecraft Fan!“If you love Minecraft, you're gonna dig this book! Fantastic book for gamers, Minecraft fans, and those of you who enjoy pop culture art. I give it two thumbs up.”—Entertainment Buddha“As far as art books on gaming go, Beautiful Minecraft is a charming and sophisticated addition to your shelf or coffee table, and serves to illustrate even to the non-gaming inclined just how creative the pastime can be.”—Videodame“Beautiful Minecraft is, in no uncertain terms, beautiful. It’s a collection of some of the most profound and amazing structures that have been created in Minecraft‘s Creative mode.”—GameSpew“Beautiful Minecraft is perfect for leafing through with coffee, or for convincing your relatives that games can also be art. It’s always amazing what people can create in Minecraft.”—Flickering Myth“A selection of some very impressive Minecraft builds. Each of the photos is shown in high resolution, some of them look like they’ve leapt off of the screen and into real life.”—Nintendo-Okie“Celebrates the art and impressive structures created in Minecraft, and it’s rightfully titled Beautiful Minecraft. A great nerdy coffee table book for your living room.”—Nerd Much?“If you’re a Minecraft fan, you’ll definitely want to check out this book!”—Nerdophiles“A fantastic book. These exquisite Minecraft builds open up the imagination and make you want to start building your own beautiful creations.”—BioGamer Girl“This is a delightful coffee table book with ambitions of showing Minecraft as an artistic medium for talented creatives.”—Map Making Magazine“The results are simply beautiful and will provide immense inspiration for any and all dedicated Minecraft players.”—Midwest Book Review

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Book SynopsisReaders can build 15 classic Christmas designs including a gingerbread house, Santa, reindeer, a snowman, a wreath, a poinsettia, and traditional shapes like baubles and modern geometric swirls. With easy-to-follow instructions and stunning full colour photography, The LEGO Christmas Ornament Book 2 will help you spread some holiday cheer with LEGO in no time!

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Book SynopsisThe definitive story of a game so great, even the Cold War couldn't stop itTetris is perhaps the most instantly recognizable, popular video game ever made. But how did an obscure Soviet programmer, working on frail, antiquated computers, create a product which has now earned nearly 1 billion in sales? How did a makeshift game turn into a worldwide sensation, which has been displayed at the Museum of Modern Art, inspired a big-budget sci-fi movie, and been played in outer space?A quiet but brilliant young man, Alexey Pajitnov had long nurtured a love for the obscure puzzle game pentominoes, and became obsessed with turning it into a computer game. Little did he know that the project that he laboured on alone, hour after hour, would soon become the most addictive game ever made.In this fast-paced business story, reporter Dan Ackerman reveals how Tetris became one of the world's first viral hits, passed from player to player, eventually breaking through the Iron Curtain into the West. British, American, and Japanese moguls waged a bitter fight over the rights, sending their fixers racing around the globe to secure backroom deals, while a secretive Soviet organization named ELORG chased down the game's growing global profits. The Tetris Effect is an homage to both creator and creation, and a must-read for anyone who's ever played the game- which is to say everyone.Trade Review"The definitive telling of one of the most fascinating stories in videogame history." --WIRED "Ackerman's account of the rise of Tetris is as captivating as watching the game's multi-colored, four-squared objects (known as "tetrominoes") vanish before your eyes with the right move." --Fortune Online

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