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Kaplan Publishing AP English Literature and Composition Premium
Book SynopsisTest change update! The College Board has recently announced a change for May 2025 exams: the AP English Literature and Composition exam will be offered in a digital format only and multiple-choice questions will now feature four answer choices instead of five.Barron’s has you covered! All 8 Practice Tests have been updated to reflect this format in our Online Learning Hub. Practice online to be prepared for a digital experience on exam day.Barron’s AP English Literature and Composition Premium, 2025 includes in‑depth content review and practice. Written by Experienced Educators Learn from Barron’s‑‑all content is written and reviewed by AP experts Build your understanding with comprehensive review tailored to the most recent exam Get a leg up with tips, strategies, and study advice for exam day‑‑it’s like having a trust
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Kaplan Publishing AP English Language and Composition Premium 2025
Book SynopsisTest change update! The College Board has recently announced a change for May 2025 exams: the AP English Language and Composition exam will be offered in a digital format only and multiple-choice questions will now feature four answer choices instead of five.Barron’s has you covered! All 8 Practice Tests have been updated to reflect this format in our Online Learning Hub. Practice online to be prepared for a digital experience on exam day.Barron’s AP English Language and Composition Premium, 2025 includes in‑depth content review and practice.Written by Experienced Educators Learn from Barron’s‑‑all content is written and reviewed by AP experts Build your understanding with comprehensive review tailored to the most recent exam Get a leg up with tips, strategies, and study advice for exam day‑‑it’s like having a trusted tutor by your s
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Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers Inc The Secret Language Of Color: Science, Nature,
Book SynopsisIn this beautiful and thorough investigation, The Secret Language of Color celebrates and illuminates the countless ways in which color colors our world.Why is the sky blue, the grass green, a rose red? Most of us have no idea how to answer these questions, nor are we aware that color pervades nearly all aspects of life, from the subatomic realm and the natural world to human culture and psychology.Organized into chapters that begin with a fascinating explanation of the physics and chemistry of color, The Secret Language of Color travels from outer space to Earth, from plants to animals to humans. In these chapters we learn about how and why we see color, the nature of rainbows, animals with color vision far superior and far inferior to our own, how our language influences the colors we see, and much more. Between these chapters, authors Joann Eckstut and Ariele Eckstut turn their attention to the individual hues of the visible spectrum?red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and violet?presenting each in fascinating, in-depth detail.Including hundreds of stunning photographs and dozens of informative, often entertaining graphics, every page is a breathtaking demonstration of color and its role in the world around us. Whether? you see red, are a shrinking violet, or talk a blue streak, this is the perfect book for anyone interested in the history, science, culture, and beatuty of color in the natural and man-made world.
£22.50
Page Street Publishing Co. Gardening for Abundance
Book SynopsisGrow a Flourishing Vegetable Garden While Feeding Your SpiritFrom planting your first seedlings to harvesting your crops and everything in between, gardener and homesteader Brian Brigantti helps you create a thriving vegetable garden right in your own backyardall while giving you valuable insights into nourishing your soul through abundant living. Woven in with his own insights and experiences, Brian walks you through the process of starting an abundant garden from start to finish. A primer on soil health, composting, establishing biodiversity and more set you and your garden up for success. Then, learn methods for building out plots, choosing the best veggies for your climate and soil and tending to your garden throughout the seasons. Along the way, Brian shares his observations on the symbolism of gardening and the ways it can teach you about the joys of living a happier, more abundant life. Using only natural, chemical-free techniques that honor, respect and sustai
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Insight Editions Marvel Comics: Mini Book of Heroes
Book SynopsisDiscover over 100 Marvel super heroes with this pocket-sized, collectable guide!Marvel Comics: Mini Book of Heroes is the ultimate on-the-go handbook to the amazing heroes of the Marvel Universe. Filled stats, origins, and secret identities, this mini book is perfect for fans who want to learn the ins and outs of their favorite heroes. From the most iconic heroes like Spider-Man, Captain America, and Wolverine to fan favorites like Squirrel Girl, Moon Knight, and Beta Ray Bill, this book truly has everything on the very best of Marvel Universe. Look for the Marvel Comics: Mini Book of Villains companion guide available in finer books stores everywhere.
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Human Kinetics Publishers Dynamic Alignment Through Imagery
Book SynopsisEric Franklin’s classic reference is back in a new full-color edition, complete with new material and exercises for instructors to use with their dancers, other performing artists, athletes, and classes.In Dynamic Alignment Through Imagery, Third Edition, Franklin—an internationally renowned teacher, dancer, and choreographer who has been sharing his imagery techniques for more than 35 years—teaches the use of imagery to increase self-awareness, improve body image, and apply anatomical and biomechanical principles for more efficient movement.This expanded new edition includes more than 600 anatomical imagery exercises to improve posture and body alignment, release excess tension, and prevent injuries; over 500 full-color illustrations to help readers visualize the exercises and use them in various contexts; four audio files containing guided imagery exercises led by Franklin and set to music; and updated chapters throughout the book, including new material and exercises to address fasciae and connective tissue. “The pictures and the words in your mind influence the feelings in your body, which in turn feed your thoughts and mental pictures,” Franklin says. “To create powerful and dynamic alignment, you need to fertilize your mind and body with constructive information and weed out destructive thoughts.”This book will help readers do just that as they discover their natural flexibility and increase their power to move. Franklin expertly guides readers through foundational concepts of posture, dynamic alignment, and imagery; explores different types of imagery and guidelines for using them; and delves into biomechanical and anatomical principles, including the body’s center and gravity, the laws of motion and force systems, and joint and muscle function. He then provides exercises for anatomical imagery, covering every area of the body from head to toe. The book closes with two critical chapters on defining dynamic alignment and on integrating dynamic alignment exercises into workouts and programs.Dynamic Alignment Through Imagery, Third Edition, will help readers experience the biomechanical and anatomical principles that are crucial to athletes, dancers, other performing artists, and yoga and Pilates practitioners. The techniques and exercises presented in the book will guide readers in improving their posture—and will positively affect their thoughts and attitudes about themselves and others and help them feel better, both mentally and physically.Earn continuing education credits/units! A continuing education exam that uses this book is also available. It may be purchased separately or as part of a package that includes both the book and exam.Trade Review“The Franklin Method training as outlined in this book is the most intelligent approach to learning about the workings of the body that I have ever attended. It is not just information but the experience of our design as we learn that is transforming.”—Tom McCook, Fitness Instructor, Founder and Director, Center of Balance"In Dynamic Alignment Through Imagery, Eric Franklin offers an easy-to-read, practical, and educational resource, which I wholly recommend."—Dr. Emma Redding, Head of Dance Science, Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance, President, International Association for Dance Medicine & Science"Dynamic Alignment Through Imagery is a must-have resource. Eric Franklin creates a truly powerful tool for improving movement and function."—Marie-Jose Blom, PMA Gold-Certified Master Pilates Teacher, Founder and Owner, Long Beach Dance Conditioning, Founder and Owner, Angel City Body Kinetics, Founder and Partner, SmartSpine Works“The Franklin Method has had a profound influence on my personal and professional life. Eric Franklin’s evolution of imagery and its application contain the knowledge and power to create a quantum leap in our understanding of human movement and our own potential.“—Jan Dunn, M.S., Past President, International Association for Dance Medicine & Science Table of ContentsIntroduction. How I Came to Use ImageryReinforcing What You WantPurpose and WillUsing Imagery for AlignmentUsing the Audio FilesPart I. Posture and Dynamic AlignmentChapter 1. Roots of Imagery for AlignmentA Brief Look at Imagery Throughout HistoryAlignment in History and ArtImagery and Ideas of Ideal PostureSomatic DisciplinesSummaryChapter 2. Postural Models and Dynamic AlignmentPostural HabitsDynamically AligningSummaryChapter 3. Foundations of Mental ImageryBrain, Consciousness, and ImageryNervous SystemThe World in the Brain: Neuroplasticity and ImageryDevelopmental PatternsDeveloping Mind: The Role of ImagerySummaryChapter 4. The Art of Change Through ImageryFour Steps in the Art of ChangeA Closer Look at the Four Steps for ChangeSummaryChapter 5. Imagery’s Five Ws: What, Who, When, Where, and WhyWhat?Who?When?Where?Why?SummaryChapter 6. General Guidelines for How to Use ImageryFactors That Influence Successful ImageryModulating and Adapting Images and MetaphorsSequencing the ImageryProblems and Opportunities When Cuing ImageryResting Positions for Imagery PracticeSummaryPart II. Biomechanical and Anatomical Principles and ExercisesChapter 7. Befriending Gravity and Finding Your CenterGravityForcesAnatomical Terminology for Location and DirectionSummaryChapter 8. Laws of Motion and Force SystemsNewton’s Laws of MotionForce SystemsLever SystemsEnergy ConservationAbility of Materials to Resist ForceDynamic StabilitySummaryChapter 9. Joint, Bone, Muscle, and FasciaJoint TypesBonesMusclesConnective Tissue and FasciaSummaryPart III. Exercises for Anatomical ImageryChapter 10. Pelvis, Hip Joint, and CompanyPelvic ArchesBalancing the PelvisMotion of the Pelvic HalvesCounterrotation and Three-Dimensional AlignmentPelvic PowerhouseHip Joint and FemurIliopsoas and PiriformisThe Fascia of the Thigh and LegSummaryChapter 11. Knee, Lower Leg, and FootGet to Know Your KneeFascia of the Lower LimbTibia, Fibula, and AnkleFootInteraction of Fasciae, Muscles, and Ligaments of the Leg and FootSummaryChapter 12. Spine and Body WallVertebraeIntervertebral DiscsThe Spine’s Curved DesignSacrum and PelvisSpinal LigamentsMusculature of the Abdomen and BackAbdominal WallAbdominal Muscles and the Concept of Core StabilitySummaryChapter 13. Shoulders, Arms, and HandsSuspension of the Shoulder GirdleGlenohumeral JointHumeroscapular RhythmElbowWrist and HandSummaryChapter 14. Head and NeckAtlas and AxisFasciae of the NeckSkullFasciae of the Head and FaceSuboccipitalsMandibleHyoid and TongueEyesNose and MouthSummaryChapter 15. Rib Cage, Breath, and OrgansRib CageBreathSupport and Breathing for Abdominal OrgansHeartSkin as an OrganSummaryPart IV. Returning to Holistic AlignmentChapter 16. Definitions of Dynamic AlignmentPlumb LineMedian AlignmentDefining Ideal AlignmentDynamic Versus Static AlignmentDynamic and Static StabilityPulling Up and Ideal AlignmentSummaryChapter 17. Integrating Dynamic Alignment ExercisesAlignment in Supine PositionsAlignment in Sitting PositionsStanding and Walking AlignmentReleasing Excess TensionContinuing Imagery Exercises
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Flame Tree Publishing Jazz & Blues Encyclopedia: New & Expanded Edition
Book SynopsisThe Definitive Jazz & Blues Encyclopedia, now fully updated from the illustrated edition, is the ultimate guide to two musical styles that have fundamentally influenced popular music. Divided into chapters, each covering a different era, the book traces the evolution of jazz and blues from their nineteenth-century African-American origins right through to the present day. Each chapter starts with a Sounds & Sources section, looking at the key developments in the music during that period. This is followed by an A–Z of artists from that era, with more extensive entries on key artists that include recommended classic recordings. With further sections on Styles, covering everything from Ragtime to Bebop and Texas Blues to Rhythm & Blues, and more; and Instruments, all written by a team of experts, this invaluable encyclopedia is comprehensive, easy to use and highly informative.
£17.00
Christian Publishers LLC Everything About Theatre: The Guidebook of
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Racehorse Kama Sutra: The Book of Sex Positions
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£11.69
Rockridge Press Just the Basics Cookbook: Learn How to Cook with
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Rockridge Press Tea Gardening for Beginners: Learn to Grow,
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Rockridge Press Flower Gardening for Beginners: A Guide to
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Neal Publications Effective Phrases for Performance Appraisals A
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HarperCollins Publishers Pokémon 365 days to Become a Pokémon Trainer
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Your Hidden Genius
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HarperCollins The League of Kitchens Cookbook
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Anness Publishing Rifles and Machine Guns The World Encyclopedia of
Book SynopsisThis fully updated encyclopedia of rifles and machine guns is an authoritative reference work with two visual directories of the most important historical and contemporary weapons. It explains the development of rifles and machine guns through the centuries, right up to the 21st century. It includes the history of rifles, such as the Lee Enfield, M1 rifle and the HK G3 rifle, and classic machine guns, such as the Hotchkiss, Bren and Maxim. The book introduces readers to the designers and manufacturers who developed the arms, and the materials and technology involved in their production. The directories are grouped according to country and each gun’s features are explained alongside the military and technological context in which the weapon was designed.
£13.50
Kaplan Publishing AP Physics 1 Premium 2025 Prep Book with 4
Book SynopsisBe prepared for exam day with Barron’s. Trusted content from AP experts! Barron’s AP Physics 2 Premium, 2025 is fully revised for the latest course and exam updates and includes in‑depth content review and practice. It’s the only book you’ll need to be prepared for exam day.Written by Experienced Educators Learn from Barron’s‑‑all content is written and reviewed by AP experts Build your understanding with comprehensive review tailored to the most recent exam Get a leg up with tips, strategies, and study advice for exam day‑‑it’s like having a trusted tutor by your side Be Confident on Exam Day Sharpen your test‑taking skills with 4 full‑length practice tests–2 in the book and 2 more online that mirror the latest exam format and question types plus detailed answer explanations for all questions–plus detailed answer explanations for all questions Strengthen your knowledge with in‑depth review covering all recent course updates and the latest units on the AP Physics 1 exam Determine what your strengths are by taking a short diagnostic test and then reinforce your learning by answering a series of practice questions at the end of each chapter Reinforce your learning by answering a series of multiple-choice and free-response practice questions at the end of each chapter Online Practice Continue your practice with 2 full‑length practice tests on Barron’s Online Learning Hub Simulate the exam experience with a timed test option Deepen your understanding with detailed answer explanations and expert advice Gain confidence with scoring to check your learning progress Publisher's Note: Products purchased from 3rd party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entities included with the product.
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HarperCollins Publishers Collins World Atlas Reference Edition
Book SynopsisA beautiful gift for the adventurers in your family.
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Barcharts Python Programming Language
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McFarland & Co Inc Ancient Rings
Book Synopsis Ancient finger rings made of base metals and low-grade silver alloys are increasingly being unearthed and sold through a growing assortment of marketplaces worldwide. Reference material on ancient rings has focused mainly on historic and high-end pieces--the precious metals and stones of royalty and the wealthy--while little has been written on the evaluation of common rings. This guide describes their composition, structure and imagery, thus providing merchants, collectors and researchers with a comprehensive reference on these ancient artifacts that, until now, have gone unexamined.
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Princeton University Press Dragonflies and Damselflies of the World A Guide
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Taylor & Francis Ltd The Language of Winnicott: A Dictionary of
Book SynopsisJan Abram's lexicon - The Language of Winnicott - has proved to be the definitive comprehensive guide to Winnicott's thought since it was first published in 1996, Winnicott's centenary Year. The twenty-two entries represent the major conceptualisations in Winnicott's theories and take the reader on a journey through his writings that span from 1931 to 1971. Thus the volume is an anthology of Winnicott's writings. This new edition expands on each original entry predicated on Abram's research discoveries, including archival material, over the past decade.Trade Review'I can thoroughly recommend this excellent account of Winnicott's multi-layered thought. Jan Abram takes us through the many facets of his thought with lucidity and obvious pleasure. It will remain a constant source of reference for anyone who wishes to understand Winnicott.'- Dr Roger Kennedy, President of the British Psychoanalytical Society'This book is more than a dictionary; it is a guide that can be read from cover to cover. Jan Abram beautifullyreveals Winnicott's extraordinary creativity and charts his revolutionary perspective that is still urgently needed today. Congratulations all round on this second edition.'- Juliet Mitchell, Professor of Psychoanalysis and Gender Studies, University of Cambridge'The Language of Winnicott is an intelligent and useful reference book for readers and students of Winnicott. Such a guide has been very welcome as an alternative to a "dictionary" of concepts. The structuring and grouping of Winnicott's main ideas, the effective use of quotations, and Abram's own comments makes this book (originally published in 1996) indispensable for anyone wanting to understand the elusive quality of Winnicott's papers.'- Gregorio Kohon, Psychoanalyst, Training Analyst of the British Psychoanalytical SocietyTable of ContentsIntroduction, AGGRESSION, ALONE (THE CAPACITY TO BE), ANTISOCIAL TENDENCY, BEING (CONTINUITY OF), COMMUNICATION, CONCERN (STAGE OF), CREATIVITY, DEPENDENCE, DEPRESSION, EGO, ENVIRONMENT, HATE, ILLUSION (OF OMNIPOTENCE), MOTHER, PLAYING, PRIMARY MATERNAL PREOCCUPATION, REGRESSION, SELF, SPATULA GAME, SQUIGGLE GAME, TRANSITIONAL PHENOMENA
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Bloomsbury USA 3pl The Peace of Westphalia
Book SynopsisA pivotal event in early modern history, the Congress of Westphalia gave birth to our contemporary international political system.Table of ContentsPreface Introduction Abbreviations The Dictionary Chronology Selected Bibliography Index
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Success Principlestm 20th Anniversary Edition
Book SynopsisIn celebration of its 20th anniversary, a revised and updated edition of legendary self-esteem expert and #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series Jack Canfield’s classic and inspiring guide, which has helped thousands of people transform themselves for success.Get ready to transform yourself for success. Jack Canfield, cocreator of the phenomenal bestselling Chicken Soup for the Soul series, returns to the principles he’s studied, taught, and lived for more than 40 years in this updated edition of his practical and inspiring guide that will help any aspiring person get from where they are to where they want to be.This new edition includes:Updated chapters in the section “Success in the Digital Age,” including completely up-to-date material on using technology to meet your success goals, building an online persona through social media
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DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley) The SelfSufficiency Garden
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Dorling Kindersley Ltd Crochet Stitches StepbyStep
Book SynopsisAn inspirational, practical guide to more than 150 crochet stitches. Take your crochet to the next level with Crochet Stitches Step by Step. This essential guide opens up a world of possibilities for crocheters of all abilities, with a huge range of stitches to inspire your next project. Discover how to combine stitches to create eye-catching creations, and try your hand at techniques including filet stitches and C2C.This essential collection of must-try stitches will offer something for every crocheter and every project, with tips on finding the right techniques to create everything from blankets and sweaters to socks and toys. Every stitch is accompanied by full instructions, with clear photographs and annotations so that you can follow even the trickiest of methods with ease. The book also covers the hooks, yarn, and tools you''ll need, along with essential know-how for blocking, sewing, and finishing your work.With an at-a-glance gallery to help you find the perfect stitch for your next project, this modern classic is a must-have for crocheters of all ages and abilities.
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Dorling Kindersley Ltd RHS House Plant
Book SynopsisFran Bailey grew up on a cut-flower nursery near York. After studying at the Welsh College Of Horticulture, she moved to London, where she opened The Fresh Flower Company in 2006.Zia Allaway is a qualified horticulturalist who has written and edited a range of gardening books, including the RHS Encyclopedia of Plants and Flowers. Zia writes a monthly column on garden design for Homes and Gardens magazine and contributes to Garden Design Journal.
£18.00
Rizzoli International Publications Defining Chic
Book SynopsisOne of today’s most celebrated and influential design firms creates eclectic, inspired, and quietly virtuosic interiors across the style spectrum—from bohemian glamour to country charm, sophisticated modern, and historically informed—for clients as individual in taste as Anna Wintour and Jessica Chastain.Here the Carriers showcase homes that express their clients’ personalities and dreams, through the practical filters of lifestyle and place—and reveal the design principles behind them. Their range spans a historic, art-filled New York duplex, replete with period vestiges, to an updated Mediterranean-style Southern California house with an art deco–era core, and a refreshed Connecticut lakeside retreat with glass expanses that capture the views. Discrete touches throughout lift the overall effect. For example, a cashmere-covered sofa transforms a library into a space not only for reading but also for contemplation while vibrant, orangeTrade Review"Get inspired by the influential design firm’s modern and sophisticated aesthetic, from a historic, art-filled New York duplex to a refreshed Connecticut lakeside retreat with glass expanses that capture the views." — MOFFLY MEDIA"From a historic New York duplex to a Mediterranean-style Southern California house, the duo reveals the design principals behind every project." — ATLANTA HOMES & LIFESTYLES This colorful Brooklyn brownstone mixes high and low with an eclectic curation of selects like a 19th-century French gilt mirror, a sculptural fixture sourced from Visual Comfort & Co., and a flurry of linen, velvet, antique kilims and tribal pillows." — GOTHAM MAGAZINE"Rizzoli's latest drop, Defining Chic: Carrierand Company Interiors, offers a behind-the-scenes look at some of the firm's most iconic projects across New York and beyond. Here, a few of our favorite East Coast moments." — MODERN LUXURY HAMPTONS "Sit back and enjoy this armchair tour of inspired interiors designed by Carrier and Company. For almost 20 years, firm principals Jesse Carrier and MAra Miller have been creating timeless, uniquely customized homes for their clients." — FLOWER MAGAZINE "Hudson Valley-based husband-and-wife interior design couple, beloved by fashion insiders and celebrities (Hello, Jessica Chastain and Anna Wintour!), have a knack for balancing tradition with a sprinkling of modernity. Their homes are timeless yet fresh, and their new book gives the reader a peek into a series of the glamorous and livable homes—from California to Connecticut—that they’ve designed." — SERENDIPITY
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Kaplan AEC Education PSATNMSQT Prep 2026
Book SynopsisKaplan's Digital PSAT/NMSQT Prep 2025 gives you the expert strategies, clear explanations, and effective practice you need to feel confident and prepared on test day. This edition has been designed based on student feedback and includes hundreds of practice questions.We’re so certain that Digital PSAT/NMSQT Prep offers all the guidance you need to excel on the PSAT that we guarantee it: After studying with our online resources and book, you'll score higher on the PSAT—or you'll get your money back.Essential Review One full-length practice test that mimics the adaptive nature of the Digital PSAT Hundreds of realistic practice questions with detailed expert explanations One-year access to our robust online center with videos and quizzes to help you target your practice Pre-quizzes to help you figure out what you already know and what you can skip A practice question at the beginning of each lesson to help you quickly identify its focus Targeted practice questions after every lesson to test your comprehension Mixed practice quizzes after every chapter to assess how much you’ve learned A detailed overview of the Digital PSAT, including a breakdown of the sections so you'll know what to expect on Test Day A thorough explanation of the scoring on the Digital PSAT Efficient Strategy Methods and strategies for scoring higher from Kaplan's PSAT experts. “On Test Day” strategy notes in every math chapter “Reflect” pages that help you evaluate your comfort level with the topics after completing each chapter and make a plan for improving before the test. Online guidance to help you plan your study schedule Expert Guidance We know the test: Our learning engineers have put tens of thousands of hours into studying the PSAT Kaplan's books and practice questions are written by veteran teachers who know students—every explanation is written to help you learn. We invented test prep—Kaplan (kaptest.com) has been helping students for over 80 years.
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Kaplan Publishing MCAT Physics and Math Review 20252026
Book SynopsisKaplan’s MCAT Physics and Math Review 2025-2026 offers an expert study plan, detailed subject review, and hundreds of online and in-book practice questions—all authored by the experts behind Kaplan''s score-raising MCAT prep course. Prepping for the MCAT is a true challenge. Kaplan can be your partner along the way—offering guidance on where to focus your efforts and how to organize your review. This book has been updated to match the AAMC’s guidelines precisely—no more worrying about whether your MCAT review is comprehensive!The Most Practice More than 350 questions in the book and access to even more online—more practice than any other MCAT physics and math book on the market. The Best Practice Comprehensive physics and math subject review is written by top-rated, award-winning Kaplan instructors. Full-color, 3-D illustrations, charts, graphs and diagrams he
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Facet Publishing The Kind Librarian
Book SynopsisThe Kind Librarian: Cultivating a Culture of Kindness and Wellbeing in Libraries is a pioneering guide that addresses the critical need to foster kindness and wellbeing within library workplaces and promoting a more supportive and understanding working environment. In it, the author expertly blends the principles of positive psychology with practical strategies, making a compelling case for the role of kindness in enhancing workplace culture and community engagement.Through research, case studies, and actionable advice, The Kind Librarian offers solutions to everyday workplace challenges, emphasising empathy, support, and collaboration. With an innovative and accessible approach, it provides readers with a roadmap to transform their workplaces into spaces where kindness is the norm and wellbeing is prioritised. Coverage includes: practicalities of kindness in the workplace crafting a culture of kindness kind use of data for well
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Rizzoli International Publications The One Day Box
Book SynopsisAn intimate look at the ethos of one of today’s most exciting designers, and the people and places that have shaped her maximalist English country aesthetic.British interior designer Flora Soames founded her eponymous firm in 2009 and launched an acclaimed collection of fabrics and wallpapers in 2019. Informed by her background in art and furniture, her style exudes the traditional charm of English country homes while incorporating modern, original touches that are comfortable and design-led. This embrace of old and new—along with Soames’s passion for collecting, heritage, color, and pattern—has resulted in an impressive portfolio of projects in the UK and beyond.Inspired by the concept of a One Day Box—a place, real or imaginary, where we store fragments of our past that spark a feeling of connection—Soames presents her reflections on the concept of home, and explores the sentiments evoked by certain objects during seminal mom
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Barcharts, Inc Psychology DSM5TR Overview
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Hardie Grant Books Halliday Wine Companion 2024
Book SynopsisFor over thirty years James Halliday AM has been Australia's most respected wine critic, and his Halliday Wine Companion is recognised as the industry benchmark for Australian wine. A best-selling annual, the Halliday Wine Companion 2024 has been completely revised to bring readers the latest wine ratings, regions, best varietals, winery reviews and a curated selection of the best wines in Australia. The Halliday Tasting Team, now led by Campbell Mattinson in the role of chief editor, share their extensive knowledge of wine through detailed tasting notes with points, price, value, and advice on best-by drinking. The book provides information about wineries and winemakers, including opening times, contact details and advice on family and dog-friendly vineyards. It’s the essential guide to the country’s best drops, or an ideal gift for any wine lover.
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Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers Inc Math with Bad Drawings
Book SynopsisA hilarious and bestselling reintroduction to mathematics, illustrating the ideas with stories, humor, and stick figures.In Math with Bad Drawings, Ben Orlin reveals what math is all about. His tools are unorthodox: jokes, cartoons, strange-but-true stories, and beneath it all, the empathy of a veteran teacher who believes that math should belong to everyone. Orlin helps us to think like mathematicians by teaching a brand-new game of tic-tac-toe, profiling the ten people you meet in line for the lottery, and documenting the headaches that ensue when the Evil Empire attempts to build a spherical Death Star. Math with Bad Drawings will change the way you see the subject-and the world.
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Dorling Kindersley Ltd RHS Encyclopedia of Gardening New Edition
Book SynopsisAll your gardening questions are answered in this updated classic guide to planning, planting, and caring for your outside space. Create and maintain your perfect garden with the world''s finest and most authoritative source of gardening tips and advice from the experts at the RHS, now fully revised and updated to encompass the eco-conscious gardener of today. Marking 30 years since its first publication, this revised edition of the RHS Encyclopedia of Gardening provides dependable, essential gardening advice while expanding on key topics that are important to the next generation of gardeners, such as wildlife gardening and sustainability. Packed with unrivalled detail and a vast breadth of information, you''ll find advice and clearly photographed step-by-step guides that show you how to garden, whether you''re tackling your vegetable plot or tending to cacti and succulents. Updated with the latest guidance to help your plants withstand pests and diseases and
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Dorling Kindersley Ltd No Dig
Book SynopsisCharles Dowding is the leading proponent of No Dig gardening with a huge following, borne out of more than 40 years of growing, analysing, and recommending. He is revered in the gardening world - Monty Don (BBC Gardeners' World presenter) says "Charles has become the guru of no-dig gardening. He's a really good grower, organic, and has fabulous produce."Trade ReviewNo-dig expert Charles Dowding helps you grow bumper crops in harmony with nature, by preserving soil structure and nurturing fungal mycelium, in this inspiring all-new guide. There's step-by-step advice and photography to illustrate each part of the process, and calenders show what time of year to sow and harvest over 80 crops. -- Margaret Bartlett * BBC Countryfile Magazine *Growing flowers is a joyous activity. But for many of us, tending vegetables brings another level of satisfaction. I've been a practitioner of the 'no dig' method championed by Dowding. His latest title will inspire and educate those who aspire to vef-growing, and encourage seasoned gardeners to explore different methods. -- Rachel de Thame * The Sunday Times *
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Fox Chapel Publishing Know Your Hobby Animals A Breed Encyclopedia
Book SynopsisCows, sheep, and goats, oh my! Know Your Hobby Animals is an essential guide to discovering loads of interesting facts about 172 popular breeds of chickens, pigs, goats, cows, and sheep. A complete compilation of the most popular farm animals within the Know Your series, you'll learn all about each breed's unique characteristics, history, breeding, personality, and more. Fun and fascinating, this engaging and collective guide will turn both the young and old into farm animal enthusiasts!
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Facet Publishing Managing Records: A Handbook of Principles and
Book SynopsisMany organizations do not yet have a formal programme of records management, but increasingly they are recognizing the benefits of well managed records and the serious consequences of inadequate records systems. Establishing records management and maintaining an effective programme requires specialist expertise. This essential manual of practice provides a detailed guide to the concepts, skills and techniques of records management for organizational staff who have a responsibility for setting up, maintaining or restructuring a records management programme. It offers invaluable advice on the management of records in both electronic and traditional paper media, and focuses on the following areas: understanding records management analysing the context for records management classifying records and documenting their context creating and capturing records; managing appraisal, retention and disposition maintaining records and assuring their integrity providing access implementing records management. The appendices provide a wealth of additional information including a list of standards for records management, an annotated bibliography and sources of further information, and details of professional and advisory bodies. Readership: This much needed manual is an indispensable purchase for organizations wishing to introduce better practices for managing their records. The book is intended to be of value to experienced records managers as well as LIS practitioners and newcomers to the field. It should be on the desk of every manager and every information professional with responsibility for records management.Trade Review"Exactly as the title implies, this is an incredibly detailed volume about the practice of managing records within an organisation." -- Managing Information"I believe this is one of the best records management textbooks to appear in a very long time." -- Journal of the Society of ArchivistsTable of Contents1. Understanding records management 2. Analysing the context for records management 3. Classifying records and documenting their context 4. Creating and capturing records 5. Managing appraisal, retention and disposition 6. Maintaining records and assuring their integrity 7. Providing access 8. Implementing records management: practical and managerial issues 9. Conclusion Appendix A. Bibliography and sources of further information Appendix B. Select list of national and international standards Appendix C. Professional organizations for records managers in English-speaking countries.
£54.95
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Complete Baking
Book SynopsisThe ultimate guide to classic bakes and modern favourites that doesn''t just tell you what to do - it shows you.What''s the difference between beating and folding? What should soft peaks look like? How do you line a pastry crust? When it comes to baking, knowing what an instruction means can be the difference between a showstopper and a soggy bottom. That''s where Complete Baking comes in.Each of the 80 classic recipes in this essential collection is fully illustrated, with photographs of every stage of the baking process. See what other baking books only tell you: how to knead dough, rub together butter and flour, and create a pastry lattice to top a pie or tart. Then try your hand at more than 250 variations on those classics, or use them as inspiration to build on what you''ve learned and experiment with your own baking creations.If you''re spoilt for choice, at-a-glance recipe choosers help you find the right recipe for any occasion, while tips on freezing help you to prepare your bakes ahead of time. With sweet and savoury recipes that everyone will enjoy, it''s time to roll up your sleeves, flour your work surface, and whip up something superb with Complete Baking.
£25.50
Dorling Kindersley Ltd The Crochet Book
Book SynopsisClaire Montgomerie is a textiles designer specialising in crochet and knitting. She has written many books on these topics, and has also edited the UK craft magazine Inside Crochet.
£21.25
Inner Traditions Bear and Company Encyclopedia of Norse and Germanic Folklore,
Book SynopsisThe legends of the Norse and Germanic regions of Europe--spanning from Germany and Austria across Scandinavia to Iceland and England--include a broad range of mythical characters and places, from Odin and Thor, to berserkers and Valhalla, to the Valkyries and Krampus. In this encyclopedia, Claude Lecouteux explores the origins, connections, and tales behind many gods, goddesses, magical beings, rituals, folk customs, and mythical places of Norse and Germanic tradition. More than a reference to the Aesir and the Vanir pantheons, this encyclopedia draws upon a wealth of well-known and rare sources, such as the Poetic Edda, the Saga of Ynglingar by Snorri Sturluson, and The Deeds of the Danes by Saxo Grammaticus. The author describes the worship of the elements and trees, details many magical rituals, and shares wild folktales from ancient Europe, such as the strange adventure of Peter Schlemihl and the tale of the Cursed Huntsman. He also dispels the false beliefs that have arisen from the Nazi hijacking of Germanic mythology and from its longtime suppression by Christianity. Complete with rare illustrations and information from obscure sources appearing for the first time in English, this detailed reference work represents an excellent resource for scholars and those seeking to reconnect to their pagan pasts and restore the old religion.Trade Review“For libraries with specialized collections in anthropology, folklore, and mythology.” * Library Journal, Patricia D. Lothrop, May 2016 *Table of ContentsAcknowledgments EDITOR'S NOTE How to Use this Encyclopedia INTRODUCTION Norse and Germanic Mythology and Folklore: Traditions of Considerable Influence Encyclopedia of Norse and Germanic Folklore, Mythology, and Magic From Aage to Zwiesauger Bibliography
£23.75
Interweave Press Inc The Handweaver's Pattern Directory
Book Synopsis
£32.29
Buddhist Publication Society,Sri Lanka Buddhist Dictionary: Manual of Buddhist Terms and
Book SynopsisBuddhist Dictionary by Nyanatiloka Thera is a trusted guide to Theravada Buddhist terminology and doctrine, offering authentic explanations of Pali terms with English cross-references and source citations. It helps identify doctrinal terms accurately amidst varying translations, serving both lay students and scholars.
£10.99
Rockridge Press The Little Book of Wedding Checklists: All the
Book SynopsisPractical checklists and advice to plan the wedding you want The question has been popped, and now it''s time for the planningfrom your budget to the bridal party to bouquets, you may be wondering how to distill all the to-dos of your big day into small, digestible pieces. This portable wedding planner provides all the tools and tips you need to stay organized and stress-free. Streamlining the planning process into easy-to-navigate sections, this wedding planner provides essential checklists on fundamentals, like accessories and attire, venues and vendors, and flowers and décor. You''ll also find plenty of trusted advice to keep you on track, including must-ask questions, comparison charts, timelines, and much more. This wedding planner includes: Low-key or lavishCustomize checklists to suit your wedding size and budget, whether it''s a traditional ceremony, distant destination, backyard bash, or something completely different. Portable plansPerfect for on-the-go planning, this wedding planner has all the checklists, tips, and questions you''ll need condensed into one place. Wedding roadmapFrom creative inspiration to custom invitations, this wedding planner walks you through the process of planning, prepping, and putting on your dream wedding. The Little Book of Wedding Checklists offers guidance for every big decision for your big daypacked neatly into a petite-sized wedding planner.
£9.99
Chronicle Books The Clown Egg Register
Book SynopsisClowns are people, too – and sometimes, eggs! This mesmerising book catalogs more than 150 clowns, both their individual looks and personal stories, in a unique and strangely moving art book and tribute to one of pop culture's most misunderstood characters.
£15.26
HarperCollins Focus The Encyclopedia of Cocktails: Over 1,000
Book SynopsisThis recipe book features over 1,000 cocktails and will have you creating memorable cocktails in no time!From 3-ingredient drinks to mad-scientist mixology, The Encyclopedia of Cocktails is any bartender’s go-to resource. A clean, uncluttered design and extensive index makes finding drinks easy, whether you’re searching by spirit or style. This in-depth guide will provide recommendations, tips, and techniques that will help you understand how to make the best cocktails at home and features: Over 1,000 cocktail recipes that will have you understanding the craft of mixology Necessary tools of the trade and where you can purchase everything you need A guide to purchasing the perfect liquor and spirits for your at-home bar An in-depth guide to ice, simple syrups, shrubs, and bitters to elevate your cocktails to the next level Tips for mixing your drinks like a pro and adding the perfect garnish to top them off Chapters dedicated specifically to each type of spirit, mocktails, and other non-alcoholic drinks The history of over 100 classic cocktails Recipes for hundreds of homemade ingredients; from syrups to blends, infusions, tinctures, foams, and more, you’ll be crafting bespoke ingredients in no time The Encyclopedia of Cocktails is the perfect gift for anyone who likes to mix drinks – it’s the only cocktail book they’ll ever need!
£30.78
