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Book SynopsisTable of Contents1. Introduction to Medical Terminology. 2. The Human Body in Health and Disease. Word Part Review. 3. The Skeletal System. 4. The Muscular System. 5. The Cardiovascular System. 6. The Blood System. 7. The Lymphatic and Immune Systems. 8. The Respiratory System. 9. The Digestive System. 10. The Urinary System. 11. The Nervous System. 12. Mental Health. 13. Special Senses: Eyes and Ears. 14. Skin: The Integumentary System. 15. The Endocrine System. 16. The Male Reproductive System. 17. The Female Reproductive System and Obstetrics. 18. Infant and Child Health. 19. Gerontology. 20. Oncology. 21. Diagnostic Procedures and Nuclear Medicine. 22. Pharmacology. Comprehensive Medical Terminology Review. Appendix A: Prefixes, Combining Forms, and Suffixes. Appendix B: Abbreviations and Their Meanings. Appendix C: Terms Related to Diagnosis, Pathology, and Procedures.

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Book SynopsisWant to know how to use an electronic component? This second book of a three-volume set includes key information on electronics parts for your projects - complete with photographs, schematics, and diagrams. You'll learn what each one does, how it works, why it's useful, and what variants exist.

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsPreface. 1. Introduction to Medical Terminology. 2. The Human Body in Health and Disease. Word Part Review. 3. The Skeletal System. 4. The Muscular System. 5. The Cardiovascular System. 6. The Lymphatic and Immune Systems. 7. The Respiratory System. 8. The Digestive System. 9. The Urinary System. 10. The Nervous System and Mental Health. 11. Special Senses: The Eyes and Ears. 12. Skin: The Integumentary System. 13. The Endocrine System. 14. The Reproductive Systems. 15. Diagnostic Procedures, Pharmacology and Complimentary Medicine. Comprehensive Medical Terminology Review. Appendix A: Word Parts: Prefixes, Combining Forms and Suffixes. Appendix B: Abbreviations and their Meanings. Appendix C: Pathology and Procedures. Flash Cards.

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Book SynopsisOFFICIAL STAR WARS IN-UNIVERSE BOOK FEATURING NOTES ON TACTICS, ARMOR, AND VALOR FROM GALACTIC CONFLICTS IN THE STAR WARS UNIVERSE From the Clone Wars and the Rebellion to the clashes with the First Order, the galaxy is defined by war. Star Wars: On the Front Lines chronicles the tactics, weapons, and armor used in pivotal battles along with acts of valor achieved during the campaign. By focusing on elements of the battles that occurred "off screen," this collection brings the struggles faced by ground soldiers and starfighter pilots to life like never before, placing the reader on the battlelines. With full-spread, classic illustrations that capture the sweeping scale of these historical battles, On the Front Lines brings a fresh look at the forces who fought on the front lines.Trade Review“clearly a must have for ‘Star Wars’ collectors” - Sciencefiction.com“really cool artwork here” ForceCast podcast review“really fun and a wicked cover” Rebel Force Radio podcast review “a visual and tactile delight” - Black Girl Nerds“so much of the full-page art is worthy of framing” - Geek Dad “A unique, sometimes exceptional retelling of major Star Wars battles” - Adventures in Poor Taste “incredible artwork” - Fangirl Nation“Beautifully illustrated, it’s a handsome, clever trek through all eight films” - The Film Stage“a fantastic book lavished with amazing stories and paintings of the conflicts enclosed...giving the book a real history feel, that many science fiction/ movie books fail to capitalize on” - Action Figure Junkies“It's not too often something comes along that makes Star Wars better, but this book does just that” - Cinema Sentries

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Book SynopsisNicholas Culpeper''s The English Physitian: or an Astrologo-physical Discourse of the Vulgar Herbs of This Nation is more commonly known as Culpeper''s Complete Herbal. It was first printed in September 1653 (Culpeper died in January 1654) and immediately became a classic reference that is as fascinating today as it was over 350 years ago. Breverton''s Complete Herbal is a reworking of Culpeper''s classic text for a modern day audience. Arranged alphabetically, this book describes over 250 herbs and spices as well as feature entries on scented herb/medicinal gardens, the great herbalists and New World Herbs not included in Culpepper''s original text. Each entry provides a description of the herb: its appearance and botanical features, a brief history of its uses in medicine, dyeing and cuisine to bizarre remedies and concoctions designed to get rid of all manner of real and imaginary ailements. As informative as it is entertaining, this incredibly diverse compendium

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Book SynopsisThe home of trusted Italian dictionaries for everyday language learning.This book offers beginners a clear and easy-to-understand guide to the verbs and grammar of Italian. Perfect for Italian exams revision.Designed for all those learning Italian at school, at work or at home. It provides easily accessible information in an attractively presented layout. Key grammatical points are highlighted throughout as a means of reinforcement. In addition, a full glossary gives clear explanations of grammatical terminology.This book also provides beginners with all the regular verb forms and conjugations, and the most common tenses of irregular verbs are shown in full. An index contains over a thousand verbs which are cross-referred to their conjugation model.Explains the essential points of Italian grammar using simple language throughout.Hundreds of examples of real Italian illustrate clearly the grammatical points being made.Clear layout ensures that you find the information you need quickly a

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Book SynopsisAn outstanding distillation of Grimal's classic reference, this extensively cross-referenced work offers clear and concise entries that capture the essence of Greek and Roman mythology.

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Book SynopsisA gardener's guide to growing, harvesting, storing and cooking an array of delicious apples from around the globe.

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Book SynopsisA brand new edition, the twelfth, of the essential reference book for all crossword addicts. The words are arranged within seven mini-dictionaries in word lengths of two to eight-letters, revealing the answers to a tricky clue at a glance. This unique format, combined with the dictionary''s updated reference sections, including prime ministers and presidents, the zodiac and the Bible, the Classical world, astronomy, geography and more, guides the reader straight to the information needed to complete the puzzle. The first ever crossword was published in 1913 and Colonel Hill''s first crossword dictionary was published in 1920. It has been in print for over seventy years, and is still an indispensable addition to the puzzle-solver''s shelf.

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Book SynopsisThis is a dictionary of Mesoamerican mythology and religion, which seeks to act as a guide to the labyrinthine symbolic world. Nearly 300 entries describe the main gods and symbols, accompanied by illustrations, while two introductory essays provide accounts of Mesoamerican history and religion.Trade Review'Well-written and comprehensive…the book has not left my desk' - Latin American Antiquity'A unique compendium of terms and their explanations…the erudition here is unmatched' - Science

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Book SynopsisNow with over 4,000 entries, this new eighth edition has been fully updated to reflect progress in physics and related fields. It sees expansion to the areas of cosmology, astrophysics, condensed matter, quantum technology, and nanotechnology, with 125 new entries including Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment, kilonova, leptoquark, and muscovium. The dictionary''s range of appendices, updated for the new edition, includes the periodic table, the electromagnetic spectrum, and a detailed chronology of key dates. 15 new diagrams add to the clarity and accessibility of the text, with 150 line drawings, tables, and graphs in total, and many entries contain recommended web links.This popular dictionary remains the most up-to-date of its kind: the essential introductory reference tool for students encountering physics terms and concepts, as well as for professionals and anyone with an interest in the subject.Table of ContentsPrefaceA-Z entriesAppendicesThe Greek alphabetFundamental constantsSI unitsThe electromagnetic spectrumThe periodic tableThe chemical elementsNobel Prizes in physicsChronology

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"Turtles of the World is a superbly illustrated guide to the families that contain the 350 known species that are alive today. . . . These ecologically important, egg-laying creatures are obsessively interesting: and of course endangered due to habitat loss, ocean plastic, tourism and global warming. Find out everything there is to know about turtles in this wonderful guide." * Bay Magazine *"Authoritative, visually compelling, and broadly accessible, this guide will please a broad swath of readers interested in turtles."---Robert Eagan, Library Journal"This colorful and compact book by two of North America's most eminent turtle biologists is a treat for anyone's personal library."---Jacqueline D. Litzgus, Herpetological Review"I cannot heap too much praise on this book. It brings turtles to us so vividly and in such a compelling manner."---David Gascoigne, Travels with Birds"How best to effectively convey appreciation and awareness of a diverse global-wide segment of the biota, both ancient and imperiled by humans? Lovich and Gibbons hit the mark with Turtles of the World: A Guide to Every Family."---Walter E. Meshaka, CHOICE"I can thoroughly recommend this beautifully produced and interesting book to start your journey into turtle biology."---Roger Downie, Glasgow Naturalist

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Book SynopsisWhatever your taste in colours may be, there is something truly special about nature’s palette. Whether it is the warm brown tones of soil and bark or the lively shades of green, red and gold as leaves cycle through the seasons, we will always be drawn to the distinct hues of our planet on an instinctive level – after all, ‘from dust we came, to dust we return’. As such, it comes as no surprise that many artists, designers and brands are inspired by these hues to bring their creative visions to life.PALETTE mini 09: Nature is a compelling compilation of projects from around the world that have been brought to life by the rich spectra of Earth. From brand identities and packaging design to one-of-a-kind art pieces and visual experiments, it features the variety of impactful ways with which familiar colours from our natural environment can be applied to leave meaningful and lasting impressions.

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Book SynopsisThis charming memento offers endless imaginative ways to capturing everything to do with I do! Stash mementos in little envelopes, collect photos of family and friends, stow away notes and wishes for future anniversaries, and record memories both big and small. Decorated with foil and a handsome fabric spine, as well as whimsical illustrations throughout, this keepsake is the perfect way to commemorate a couple''s treasured wedding memories.

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"Biodiversity gain is going to be fundamental in the context, the challenges that we’re facing. It outlines those challenges and it clearly states what exactly what should be done in terms of meeting those challenges head on and moving into the future."---Ken Whelan, Mooney Goes Wild, RTÉ Radio 1"To suggest that Plant Atlas 2020 is a formidable achievement of British and Irish field botany rather undervalues it. It has left me breathless."---Peter Marren, British Wildlife Magazine"Extremely rich and valuable source of data and learning."---John Rodwell, Botanical Society of Britain and Ireland

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"A Choice Outstanding Academic Title of the Year""It is hard to imagine that there has ever been a more comprehensive book written on fungi, or one with such stunning photography, that enables the reader to see these mysterious life forms in a totally different light. No walk in the countryside will ever be the same again." * Country Smallholding *"A wide range of fascinating examples and enlightening facts."---Andy Overall, Field Mycology"[This book] will serve as a great introduction to many naturalists wanting to know more about this unique and bizarre kingdom and hopefully will then lead onto reading more academic texts. The future is fungi."---Roy Stewart, British Naturalists Association"[General] readers will find much to learn about these environmentally critical organisms. ... Highly recommended."---D.H. Pfister, CHOICE"Detailed, yet accessible . . . a fascinating exploration of the mysterious and often hidden world of fungi."---Carol Gridley, ABC Gardening Australia"[A] joy to peruse."---Lynne Boddy, The Quarterly Review of Biology

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Book SynopsisThe home of trusted English dictionaries and thesauruses for school use.A fantastic mini school thesaurus for age 11 and above in the best-selling Gem format to help you find the right word every time.Written specially to help with school work and homework, you will find thousands of synonyms to increase vocabulary, with examples to show context for every synonym listed.This mini thesaurus has a useful supplement to provide help with finding the right word.Every entry has a definition, and each alternative word is followed by its own example, helping you decide which word is the most appropriate to use.The perfect companion to the new Collins Gem School Dictionary, and an indispensable tool for any secondary school student aged 11 and above.Using a thesaurus has never been easier!

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Book SynopsisThe home of trusted Spanish dictionaries for everyday language learning.A unique guide to communicating in Spanish. It will help learners discover expressions and idioms to make their Spanish more natural and fluent, while developing an awareness of Spanish culture.Designed for learners of Spanish of all ages, whether you are learning at school, in evening classes, for business or to go on holiday.The text consists of 250 quirky and interesting Spanish idioms which are arranged into different themes, and are given with simple example phrases to show them in context. Clear and concise language notes provide information on the meaning and background of some idioms, while handy culture notes help explain any cultural differences.Combined with a text which has a selection of illustrations, the Collins Easy Learning Spanish Idioms takes you beyond beginners level and expands your knowledge of frequently used, natural Spanish expressions.Get it right: key idioms and example phrases help impr

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Book SynopsisThe home of trusted Spanish dictionaries for everyday language learning.With 40,000 words and phrases and 60,000 translations packed into this Collins Gem Spanish to English and English to Spanish dictionary, you'll have everything you need to know whether you are on the go, at home, or in the office.All the latest Spanish and English words reflecting changes in modern lifestyle are included in this small Spanish dictionary, plus notes about life in Spanish-speaking countries and top tips on commonly confused words. This is the perfect choice for travellers, students and business people. An essential, user-friendly travel Phrasefinder is included, along with a handy menu-reader ensuring you always get what you expect when you''re eating out.A clear layout, useful examples, and language and cultural notes make this Collins Spanish Gem dictionary ideal for school and a great companion to GCSE Spanish.For more on Spanish language usage, the Collins Spanish Essential Dictionary (9780008270735) or the Spanish Pocket Dictionary (9780008183653) are available for purchase.

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Book Synopsis***AS READ ON BBC RADIO 4***Travel the night sky and discover the stories in the stars. What a beautiful book it is! A treasured possession.' Mary Beard ''No astronomy book can claim to be as beautiful as the night sky, but Stories in the Stars comes closest!'' Tristan GooleyLook up: above us is a jet-black canvas pricked with white dots, and a carnival of animals, mythical creatures, gods and goddesses in its shining constellations. Here, Susanna Hislop writer and stargazer and Hannah Waldron international artist leap between centuries, cultures and traditions to present a whole universe of stories in all their blazing glory. Stories in the Stars is an imaginative and whimsical exploration of each of the night sky's 88 constellations: a playful and stunningly illustrated compendium.Trade ReviewWhat a beautiful book it is! A treasured possession. -- Mary BeardNo astronomy book can claim to be as beautiful as the night sky, but Stories in the Stars comes closest! I'm learning something new every day and having a lot of fun in the process. -- Tristan Gooley, The Natural Navigator

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Book SynopsisThis magnificant, bestselling reference book finally leaves its old look to join the modern Penguin subject dictionary series. Why exactly did Van Gogh cut off his ear? Was Warhol an original or just a copyist? The answers to all this and more are found in The Penguin Dictionary of Art and Artists, the essential guide to over 700 years of creative endeavour. Each entry features extensive cross-referencing and listings of galleries where the artist's work can be seen.

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Book SynopsisThe Penguin Dictionary of Mathematics takes in all branches of pure and applied mathematics, from algebra to mechanics and from number theory to statistics. Invaluable for students at all levels, it is also a useful and versatile source book for economists, business people, engineers, technicians and scientists of all kinds who use mathematics in the course of their work.Trade ReviewThe Penguin Dictionary of Mathematics belongs in every classroom and on the bookshelf of every budding young mathematician, not just to satisfy curiosity but to light a fire that could burn a lifetime. -- Nick Lord * The Mathematical Gazette *

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Book SynopsisRhyming slang is a subject of perennial interest to the general language-conscious public. Entries are arranged in subject areas, such as clothing, food and drink, and animals. John Ayto explores the range and development of rhyming slang during its 150 year history, from traditional Cockney Rhyming Slang to the popney rhyming slang of today.Trade ReviewReview from previous edition An exemplary piece of editing . . . Ayto's book is the best and most entertaining so far * The Spectator *Covers virtually every aspect of the human condition * Evening Standard *Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION; THEMATIC SECTIONS; INDEX

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Book SynopsisThis impressive volume provides over 1,700 biographical entries on poets writing in English from 1910 to the present day, including T. S. Eliot, Dylan Thomas, and Carol Ann Duffy. Authoritative and accessible, it is a must-have for students of English and creative writing, as well as for anyone with an interest in poetry.Trade Reviewan indispensable companion. * John Sutherland, The Sunday Times {Culture} *an essential and enjoyable guide to ... the disorderly garden of English-language poetry * The Guardian *Review from previous edition The field covered by this well-researched volume is enormous ... There are intriguing poet-as-critic sections (Jon Stallworthy, for example, writing about Rupert Brooke, or Seamus Heaney on Robert Lowell - the American poet - an analysis which is wonderfully revealing). * Richard Edmonds, The Birmingham Post *Ian Hamilton, the editor, succeeds, on the whole triumphantly, in his declared aim of providing a map of modern poetry in English ... a collection which contains many excellent essays ... This volume serves a very good purpose. * Stephen Spender, The Times *marvellously peopled Companion ... it's the massive rehearsal here of the peculiarities of poetry in English which holds out almost endless delightful knowledge to all poetry readers * Valentine Cunningham, The Observer *This is a provocative Companion ... essential for anyone interested in coming to terms with modern poetry ... it does entertain pugnaciously as well as inform * Alan Bold, The Herald *a wonderful litany of bizarre names, all belonging to poets, all included in Ian Hamilton's massive Companion To Twentieth Century Poetry. The Companion is a book bulging with spleen and fascinating titbits. * Val Hennessy, The Daily Mail *The strength of this Companion lies in its comprehensiveness: 1,500 poets from all five continents ... this is a fine and useful compendium. * William Scammell, Independent on Sunday *The book is compact, legible and excellent value. * Grey Gowrie, Daily Telegraph *a Herculean achievement with lively pen portraits on 1,500 poets plus entries on movements, concepts and critical terms ... This book should quickly establish itself as an essential work of reference. * Richard Foster, Yorkshire Evening Post *It holds out endless delightful knowledge to all poetry readers. * The Observer *at once a reference book and a sort of map of critical opinion regarding the current verse trade ... It should prove useful to public libraries * Literary Review *hard to put down - chock-full of pleasures * Angus Calder, Scotland on Sunday *The quality of the writing is, overall, very high, the range impressive, the approach as lively as the topic deserves. It is a handsome conversation piece, and should keep the passionate battles of the poetry world supplied with useful ammunition. * Times Literary Supplement *very admirable and inclusive Oxford Companion to Twentieth-Century Poetry * Times Literary Supplement *The latest Oxford Companion is a magnificent snug chunk of a book and a browser's delight ... this ... blissfully exciting volume is likely to send poetry readers scurrying from one entry to another and up to the limit of their library tickets the next time they look at the poetry shelves. * David Buckley, Yorkshire Post *a browser's delight ... blissfully exciting volume * David Buckley, Yorkshire Post *As to the actual execution of the Companion it could hardly, given its premisses, be bettered. In particular, its coverage it exemplary. * Hilary Corke, The Spectator *a welcome, extensive ... treat ... there's a mass of information about poets from America to Zimbabwe, as well as critical assessments and biographies of over 1500 writers * Colin Dyter, Evening Sentinel *an essential reference book for poetry * Cork Examiner *Hamilton's wide coverage comes to an American reader as a revelation ... As a proclamation of the internationalisation of poetry in English, Hamilton's Companion generously inclusive, will be seen in the future, I am certain, as a significant landmark of literary change. * London Review of Books *frequently useful and interesting ... a work that is valuable - mainly for the general reader - in its catholocity of taste and in the verve of the writing it includes * Times Higher Education Supplement *Comprehensive, alphabetically arranged reference work to some 1,500 poets as well as magazines, movements, concepts and critical terms, from 1900 to today. It includes authoritative, opinionated contributions from distinguished poets/critics. * Anne Boston, Country Living *All the things one expects from an Oxford Companion - authority, comprehensiveness, judicious organisation and so forth - are here in abundance, and on top of that you get an introduction which immediately vanquishes the notion that the book may turn out to be unduly bland in tone, This Oxford Companion is a vast undertaking and an invaluable reference work ... Riveting details, areas of provocation, astute evaluations, even the odd deficiency or eccentricity - all these will help to keep the reader of Ian Hamilton's Twentieth-Century Poetry engrossed throughout. * Patricia Craig, The Honest Ulsterman *skilfully edited ... and with expert contributions, accurate in details and many of rare appreciation and sensitive understanding * Revd Dr Gordon S. Wakefield, The Expository Times *This is an excellent reference book which no library, public or academic, large or small, should be without. Well written and intelligently put together it should have a long and useful life and definitely fills a gap in the current range of reference material on 20th-century poetry in English. There is nothing else in the field quite as comprehensive, as readable, as successful a combination of fact and analysis ... Its scope is wide ranging and fairly exhaustive ... He is to be congratulated, for despite the omissions and the quirky inclusions, he has done an excellent job. He is well qualified for an undertaking of this size and complexity ... For poets the Companion will be indispensable, for libraries invaluable, to the casual browser informative and to all endlessly fascinating. * The Year in Reference *Table of ContentsIntroduction to the Second Edition ; Introduction to the First Edition ; Selection of Anthologies ; Key to Contributors ; Companion to Modern Poetry ; Groups and Movements ; List of Prizes and Prizewinners ; General Web Links

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Book SynopsisA Dictionary of the Bible is the most acclaimed, accessible, and up-to-date dictionary of its kind. Containing over 2,000 authoritative entries it provides clear and concise information about all of the important places, people, themes, and doctrines of the Bible. Terms range from earthquakes and mice to martyrs and art, and new to this edition are entries on Act of God, Old Testament and New Testament theology, Hanukkah, the Koran, mysticism, and many more. This dictionary features a detailed bibliography, biographies of Bible scholars, a conversion table of measures, weights, and values, a chronology of important dates in Biblical history, and historical maps (showing Israel in Canaan; the near east in the time of the Assyrian Empire; Palestine under the Herods; the background of the New Testament; Rome and the East). In addition, entries on the books of the Bible have been grouped in alphabetical order and conveniently located in a tinted centre section for quick reference. Recommended web links in the appendix provide valuable extra information, these links are accessed and kept up to date via the Dictionary of the Bible companion website.With lively and informative A-Z entries and an array of useful supplementary material, this dictionary is essential for students and teachers of theology and religious education, and it is an absorbing reference work for all readers of the Bible.Trade ReviewSnappy entries elucidate hazy Biblical events. * Christopher Hirst, The Independent *Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION; ABBREVIATIONS; DICTIONARY; THE BOOKS OF THE BIBLE; APPENDICES

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Book SynopsisOver 1,900 entries provide succinct and accessible explanations of a variety of terms used in art, covering materials, techniques, styles, and periods. From abstract expressionism to Renaissance, batik to zincograph, this dictionary will help you navigate the wide variety of terms used in the art world.

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Book SynopsisOver 90 vegan recipes created using the latest nutrition research.Ever wondered if you''re getting enough protein or how to make healthy food taste delicious? Authors Niko Rittenau, nutrition scientist, and Sebastian Copien, chef, have the answers. Together, they applied the latest scientific findings on vegan nutrition to cooking, developing a simple formula for you to create a variety of healthy and tasty recipes.Explore the science behind your food to really understand what you''re eating, plus discover the nutritional value of creating your meals using Niko and Sebastian''s five building blocks: grains, vegetables, leafy vegetables, pulses, and toppings. With this approach, the culinary opportunities are endless. By combining different recipes in this book, you can confidently rustle up healthy and delicious vegan dishes for breakast, lunch, dinner, and dessert.With over 90 recipes to get you started, plus tips and variations, Healthy Vegan Th

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Book SynopsisThe time for fresh, seasonal, delicious food is now - Turnips'' Edible Almanac is the definitive guide to eating the very best produce throughout the year.With decades of experience sourcing the highest quality produce from a network of independent farms, Fred Foster of fruit and veg supplier Turnips - equally beloved by Borough Market locals and Michelin-starred chefs - is perfectly placed to guide you through a year of seasonal eating.Turnips'' Edible Almanac guides you through Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter, highlighting Fred''s chosen produce each week. All ingredients are showcased in the recipes that follow, including a mix of fresh dishes to enjoy that week as well as preserves to use later in the year. The collection of over 100 recipes includes a varied mix written by Turnips'' very own Tomas Lidakevicius, celebrity chefs and family.By challenging yourself to try different ingredients each month, seeking out the freshest and most sustainably

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Book SynopsisAn extensive and clear recognition guide to over 300 dog breeds from around the world. Introducing Handbook of Dogs - a comprehensive and concise pocket guide to dogs from all over the world. Authoritative text, crystal-clear photography, and a systematic approach, make this an incredibly comprehensive and concise pocket guide to dogs of the world. Have you ever seen an adorable dog in the park or in a car window and desperately wondered what breed it was? Then this book may be for you! This handy reference book is designed to cut through the process of identification and help you to recognise a breed quickly and easilyDive straight in to discover: -Packed with more than 1,000 full-colour photographs of over 300 dog breeds,-Each entry includes at-a-glance facts for quick reference-Photographs show close-ups of key details and highlight distinguishing features-Colour portraits show the whole dog, making it e

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Book SynopsisThis modern manual for the meat lover reveals the best-kept secrets of the world''s best breeders and butchers along with the latest culinary and scientific research on how to select, butcher, prepare, and cook every kind of meat including beef, pork, lamb, poultry, and wild game. In Secrets of the Butcher, author Arthur Le Caisne takes readers step-by-step through the ever-evolving and artisanal world of meat. Organized by type of protein -- beef, veal, pork, lamb, poultry, and turkey -- the book categorizes and describes the origin and characteristics of the best of each type. Secrets of the Butcher also includes state-of-the-art information on techniques and little know tricks of the trade, including answers to variety of questions such as What is dry aging? Is a sharp knife the best to cut meat? Is it better to pre-salt meat several days in advance or just before or after cooking and why? Do marinades really works? At what temperature is it best to cook meat? Is resting the meat after cooking really necessary? And much more. Accurate, scientific, and fully illustrated throughout with clear and useful four-color illustrations, Secrets of the Butcher is a must have for anyone serious about cooking meat.

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Book SynopsisPrevious edition by Bruce M. Beehler, Thane K. Pratt, and Dale A. Zimmerman.Trade ReviewOne of Choice's Outstanding Academic Titles for 2016 One of the Birdbooker Report's Best Bird Books of 2014 "A must have for birders with an interest in the region!"--Ian Paulsen, Birdbooker Report "This is an excellent book and will serve travelling birders very well indeed and I am sure will be just as welcomes by local wildlife lovers in New Guinea... This is also a thing of beauty in itself and a pleasure to drool over."--Bo Beolens, Fatbirder "Amazing! Please buy it, whether or not you're planning a trip to West Papua or PNG. It's a must-have book... [A] high quality field guide, with maps on the same page as the plates, excellent, informative text, good artwork--and everything one hopes for in a field guide."--Birding Ecotours "Birds of New Guinea will be the major reference to birds of the island for many years to come and the authors are to be congratulated on a scholarly yet accessible book."--Phil Gregory, Australian Bird Life "I can not recommend this guide highly enough whether you are planning a trip to New Guinea or you are just an armchair birder widening your horizons about the world's birds. An excellent present for yourself or the birder in your family."--Gloster Birder "Pratt and Beehler here cover all 780 bird species in this region, drawing in even more biological data--including some on behavior, diet, and nesting--than typically found in field guides. Detailed species accounts are now separate from the 111 color illustrations--most new and twice as many as the first edition--with additional abridged species accounts and habitat maps facing these plates. A long-awaited, greatly expanded update to an authoritative regional reference."--Judy Quinn, Library Journal "A wonderful updated and expanded second edition to the original Birds of New Guinea published 28 years ago... In Birds of New Guinea: Second Edition, the authors have greatly expanded the description of each species beyond the typical birding guide... An absolute must-have for both birders and individuals who work in the public or private sector focused on conservation of New Guinea's ecosystems."--Gabriel Thoumi, Mongabay.com "A must-have for everyone from ecotourists to field researchers, Birds of New Guinea remains an indispensable guide to the diverse birds of this remarkable region."--Ornithological Newsletter "If you're lucky enough to go birding in New Guinea, you'll want this field guide."--Grant McCreary, Birder's Library "There is no doubt that this book will be a very popular addition to many birders libraries over the next few months and those visiting PNG next year will armed with a great deal more knowledge than before--the real test of a new book comes in the field and I like many more am looking forward to giving it that test."--Ashley Banwell, Rare Bird Alert "From cassowaries to parrots and birds-of-paradise to fairy-wrens, with sicklebills, mannikins and fantails in between, birders visiting New Guinea need to be prepared for a deluge of delightful birds, and Birds of New Guinea: Second Edition is the book to help them do it. From an extensive orientation to beautifully illustrated plates and expanded species accounts, this guide is the go-to resource all things birding in New Guinea."--Melissa Mayntz, About.com Birding "An incredibly good field guide."--Grant McCreary, Birder's Library "Birding in New Guinea for the first time would make the most experienced birder feel like a beginner searching through the vast number of endemics. This is the guide to take along on such an adventure."--REH, Wildlife Activist "It's hard to find fault in this excellent publication, so I won't. I would however, encourage all birders to purchase it and start saving for the ultimate birding trip--believe me, watching your first displaying bird-of-paradise will certainly bring this field guide alive!"--Tim Appleton, Birdwatch "If there ever was a time to visit New Guinea it is now. Pratt and Beehler's impressive book will surely help you to make the most of your visit."--Vincent Nijman, IBIS "This field guide is a must for anyone contemplating serious birding or research on birds in New Guinea. It is as aesthetically pleasing as it is informative and authoritative."--H. Carl Gerhardt, Wilson Journal of Ornithology Praise for the first edition:"This book is not only indispensable to any bird-watcher visiting New Guinea and the adjacent islands, but, owing to the wealth of its information, it will be of great interest to anyone who is seriously interested in birds."--American ScientistTable of ContentsPreface 9 Acknowledgments 11 Abbreviations 13 1. Introduction 14 2. How to Use This Book 17 3. New Guinea Natural History 20 4. In the Field in Search of Birds 33 Selected References 36 Web Sources 39 Plates 40 Species Accounts 262 Index 517

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"Third Place for the 2021 BB/BTO Best Bird Book of the Year, British Birds and the British Trust for Ornithology""A truly sumptuous volume . . . . It is a remarkable achievement by Cofta to have assembled each bird as if a jigsaw from countless photographs. . . . It really is indispensable."---Stuart Winter, Sunday Express"Just when you think that WlLDGuides have covered pretty much every wildlife lD guide necessary, you suddenly find they've come out with yet another fabulous book that has to somehow be fitted into your bookcase. . . . You really haven't seen anything until you take a look at this!"---John Miles and Matt Merritt, Birdwatching Magazine"[An] impressive work. I think newcomers to visible migration in particular will gain the most benefit from it, but even experienced observers will surely learn something new."---Graham Sparshott, Scottish Birds"A novel idea. . . . The author’s knowledge shines through, and there can be few birders – even the most seasoned migration watchers – who wouldn’t stand to learn at least something from this book." * British Birds/British Trust for Ornithology *"Must-have . . . extraordinary single-handed labour of love."---Stephen Moss, Stephen Moss's 2021 Round-up of Nature Books"Anyone with an interest in visible migration or identification generally will want to own a copy of this guide and it’s a remarkable achievement by a single author."---Chris Kehoe, British Birds"I struggle to think of a birder I know or know of who will not wish to buy this book."---Phil Slade, Another Bird Blog"A real cutting-edge guide and should help with the difficult skill of identifying flying passerines. . . . I don’t there is a single birder who could not learn something from this book. It is a terrific guide."---Mike King, Gloster Birder"A quite remarkable – and undoubtedly original – piece of work."---Josh Jones, Birdguides.com"This book is designed to be of greatest help when watching and counting migration where calls help in the identification and a short, but extremely useful chapter helps the reader to key into this difficult skill. The book will appeal to the experienced birders who wish to improve their skills with a new aspect of birding."---Steven Rutherford, British Naturalist’s Association"[A] brilliantly conceived and executed book!"---Bo Beolens, Fat Birder"Tomasz Cofta’s illustrations are the real draw – all 850 of them, showing the upperside, underside and side-on flight views. . . . A cutting-edge book, and it certainly is a first of its kind."---Keith Betton, Hampshire Ornithological Society newsletter"This is a really ground breaking book . . . . Written in a style that will appeal to all birders, it also contains new knowledge on flight identification, making it a must-have for professional ornithologists and scientists as well."---Alan Davies and Ruth Miller, Biggest Twitch"This pioneering guide is a formidable reference tool for identifying passerines in flight. It will deepen the understanding of anyone interested in the subject, particularly vismig and nocmig enthusiasts, but also the garden patch birder straining to determine the identity of the smaller birds that fly over the house. A strong recommendation for anyone wanting to push their personal frontiers of bird identification."---Chris Sharpe, Curious Naturalist"Each of the species is illustrated by the most beautiful, original artwork by the author and accompanied by several photographs showing the features that are most encountered in flight. The artwork is sublime and shows each species in great detail from above, below and in profile. . . . It is a book I wouldn’t want to be without."---Paul Stancliffe, British Trust for Ornithology"This book represents an advance in developing a new and growing area of identification fieldcraft for birders."---Gehan De Silva Wijeyeratne, London Naturalist"An impressive piece of work, providing insights into an aspect of bird identification which has been relatively little explored in print."---Andy Stoddart, Rare Bird Alert

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"A delightful little book that will appeal to anyone with an interest in the majority of life on Earth. It is packed with information that educates and entertains."---George McGavin, President of the Dorset Wildlife Trust"[An] eclectic roundup of bug miscellany. . . . Eaton’s writing is crisp, informative, and at times humorous, and he does a great job of demonstrating insects’ important role on the planet, as they pollinate plants, control pests, and serve as a food source for fish and wildlife." * Publishers Weekly *"Wonderful… lots of good information in here"---Adam Del Rosso, AccuWeather"Insectpedia will appeal to all ages and is written for everyone interested in learning new things about our environment. . . . This book is perfect for piquing interest and encouraging further studies."---Ann Chilcott, Beekeeper’s Quarterly"This engaging and delightful A-Z of the insect world, is packed full of fascinating, and often amusing facts. On the one hand, the format makes this great little book easy to dip in and out of; on the other, Eaton's wit and enthusiasm for his subject keeps you turning the pages."---Amanda Williams, Buzz About Bees"A great pocket-sized book to pick up for moments of awe and wonder."---Stephen Fleming, Bee Craft"A terrific little book."---Phil Slade, Another Bird Blog"An engaging and interesting read for anyone who delights in the marvels of nature."---Frances McKim, Pest Magazine ​​​​​​​"[If] you want a fun read, try this one."---Geoff Carpentier, North Durham Nature Newsletter"Fun and fact filled this entertaining collection . . . . offers new perspectives on the vital relationship between insects and humans." * Bees for Development *"Even the most learned supporters of entomology will find a place on their bookshelf or coffee table for this little gem of a book."---Jacintha Cloney, An Beachaire"The author is very much an insect champion . . . His works really need to get out amongst the unconverted."---Paul Hetherington, Atropos Magazine"An engaging blend of insect facts and folklore that will inspire anyone who delights in the marvels of nature."---British Journal of Entomology and Natural History, John Badmin

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"One of American Institute of Graphic Arts’ Top 50 Books / 50 Covers of 2021""[An] enticing variety of facts." * Historic Gardens Review *"A compendium that cannot fail to fascinate anyone with an interest in plants and flowers."---Patricia MacDuff, British Naturalists Association"The perfect book for that impossible-to-satisfy gardening nerd in your life. . . . A perfectly general collection of bits and pieces, a compendium of botanical snippets, that will inform, amuse and entertain anybody with an interest in gardening, botany or nature in general."---Paddy Tobin, An Irish Gardener"I really like [Gracie’s] investigations of things we all have heard like floral idioms. . . . There are also charming discussions about plants that we know and others that we don’t, from other parts of the world." * Lapwing Magazine *"Florapedia is an aptly named gem of a book, with an A-Z of informative cover to cover interest, providing the reader with a new found knowledge and insight to a different perspective on the flora of our world."---Neville Davies, Gwent Wildlife Trust

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Book SynopsisBeginning in 1939, young Solly in London exchanges letters with histeenaged cousin, Bernie, in Poland. While Solly is evacuated andadjusts to life in the English countryside, Bernie flees Warsaw,is sent to a Russian labour camp, and then joins the 'Anders Army'and fight the Axis powers. A powerful story of the enduranceof family bonds.

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