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Take your astrology knowledge to the next level and gain the confidence necessary to read charts for a living! The Elements of Becoming a Successful Astrologer is written for those learning astrology and wish to start reading charts professionally. This book will show the budding astrologer how to read charts actively and fluently. The Elements of Becoming a Successful Astrologer • will coach, train, and develop you as a professional astrologer • is based and rooted in the elemental mechanics of astrology • can be used in conjunction with the author's Astrologer Training Program, which teaches signs, houses, planets, aspects, and more This book is aligned with the creative process of the classical elements of Fire, Earth, Air, and Water. Helpful tips are provided throughout the book to guide and support you. By the end of the book you will be able to fluently read charts as a hobby and professionally.

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Say yes to reclaiming creativity--environmentally friendly, beautiful, and innovative! Here are 75 projects that upcycle and elevate your discards. Transform not only wine bottles and teacups, but your living spaces—indoors and out. Use a wide assortment of craft materials and techniques, from marbling to chalkboard paints to kintsugi, to upcycle the bottles in your recycling bin or the plates that were dropped on the way to the table. Make lovely decorative and useful items that may even become heirlooms. Bring new treasures to life from discards and feel great about your crafting as you reclaim and upcycle. The first projects focus on glass bottle use; learn how to make elegant olive bowls, cocktail glasses, cookie jars, gorgeous illumination for your outdoor dining, and much more. The second group of projects transforms your china, porcelain, and other ceramic tableware, whether it's showing signs of wear, is broken, or just doesn't match. Learn to make clocks, charming signs, neon-marbled chargers, wedding keepsakes, and much more. With this book full of beauty, reclaim not only used wine bottles and teacups, but your crafting joy.

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Are you ready for some Halloween crafting together with your family? Want to learn to make your own party decorations and Halloween tree ornaments, transform a room into a spooky hangout, and more? Would you like to turn your home into a delightful space to give your kids a fun and spirited Halloween? Then this book is for you! The creators of the well-known and popular website howtohauntyourhouse.com and the prolific authors of Halloween decorating books, the Mitchell family presents 11 delightfully scary Halloween decorating projects that will involve the whole family, including kids ages eight and up. There are craft projects of paper, wood, crepe paper, cheesecloth, and beads. If you can wield a utility knife, a dab of glue, and a paintbrush, there is something for you here. These projects store well and can be used to decorate for many Halloweens to come!

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An illustrated celebration of Pennsylvania's covered bridges, including a general overview of the history, craftsmanship, and enduring charm of covered bridges. Uncover the charm of historic covered bridges in Pennsylvania with A Celebration of Pennsylvania's Covered Bridges. In a fast-paced, high-tech world, these structures offer a nostalgic connection to our past and celebrate the pride of our handcrafted built environment. Key features include the following: Journey to the Past: Rediscover the era where manual skill triumphed. Living History: Explore over 200 covered bridges in Pennsylvania, a quarter of the remaining gems in the United States. Versatile Icons: Marvel at their blend of history and modernity, serving as both landmarks and functional transportation routes. Celebration Hubs: Witness how these structures host weddings, birthdays, festivals, and more, adding magic to special moments. Visual Delight: Rich illustrations showcase the scenic beauty, accompanied by detailed captions narrating their fascinating histories. Embark on a visual journey celebrating the resilience and beauty of Pennsylvania's covered bridges—a perfect addition to the collection of history enthusiasts, art lovers, and those captivated by the magic of the past.

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Italy. The name sparks images of gondolas, the Trevi Fountain, and Michelangelo’s David. Indeed, travelers who visit only Venice, Rome, and Florence will find plenty to hold their attention—but they will also miss out on so much more of what Bella Italia has to offer . . . Bursting with gorgeous photographs and abundant travel information, this book is a showcase of 60 of Italy’s off-the-beaten-path towns and villages—some of which are only a short drive from the more popular tourist spots. Ranging in size and brimming with charm, these destinations feature historic town centers, quaint stores, villages atop rocky cliffs, castles, and streets bustling with restaurants. This comprehensive tribute spotlights the wonders of Italy, from breathtaking art and ancient sites to opulent cathedrals and local marketplaces. Not to be overlooked are the stunning beaches, beautiful landscapes, outdoor adventures, and culinary delights found throughout the storied boot-shaped land. A trip to Italy is already on the bucket list for many travelers, and this book is sure to inspire even more Italian adventures—whether real or daydreamed. Spotlighting: Northern Italy • Glurns – The Proud Town in the Mountains • Aosta – The Wild and Romantic Mountain Resort • Orta San Giulio – Hidden in the Mountains • Como – The Small Town by a Picturesque Lakeside • Bassano del Grappa – The High-Proof Delight • Aquileia – The Mighty Bishop’s See • Brescia – The World Heritage Town in a Prime Location • Treviso – Mainland Venice in Miniature • Torcello – The Dreamy Island • Turin – The Cool Classic Town • Pavia – Spiritual Greatness and Simple Beauty • Mantua – The Favorite of the House of Gonzaga • Montagnana – The Walled-In Wonder • Parma – Something for the Eyes, Ears and the Palate • Ferrara – Emilia-Romagna for Romantics • Pomposa – The Hidden Abbey • Genoa – The By-Passed Metropolis • Bologna – The Great Unknown • Ravenna – The Imperial City • Triora – A Village Idyll in Liguria’s Mountains Central Italy • Orsigna – The Elective Home of Tiziano Terzani • La Verna – A Place for Holy Legends • Urbino – Treasure Trove in The Marches • Monteriggioni – The Round Miracle • Gubbio – Strolling through the Middle Ages • San Galgano – Mysterious Middle Ages • Giardino Spoerri – A Garden Full of Ideas • Spoleto – A Festival Makes History • Pitigliano – The Jerusalem of Italy • Orvieto – A First-Class Destination • Civita di Bagnoregio – A Village in a Top Location • Bomarzo – A Fantastical Spot in the Country • Tuscania – Lazio’s Bright North • Tarquinia – A Cemetery with Adjacent Small Town • Caprarola – A Mannerist Manifesto • San Clemente –The National Monument • Rome Underground • Palestrina – Built Within a Temple • Ostia Antica – Pompeii Vibes • Ninfa – Visiting a Magic Garden Southern Italy • Caserta – The Largest Castle in the World • Trani – Cathedral by the Sea • Naples – Italy’s Most Fascinating City • Herculaneum – Pompeii in Miniature • Paestum – An Exquisite Doric Temple • Matera – A Cozy Cave System • Martina Franca – A Stylish Old Town • Lecce – The Bastion of Architecture • Otranto – Apulia’s Magical South • Diamante – The Perfect Seaside Resort • Tharros – The Anchorage of Antiquity • Barumini – World Heritage Site in the Country • Stromboli – A Great Island Spectacle • Palermo – The Underestimated Town • Monreale – Dipped in Gold • Cefalù – A Charming Old Town by the Sea • Agrigent – A Classic of Antiquity by the Sea • Piazza Armerina – A Villa Causes a Sensation • Syracuse – From Poorhouse to the Precious City • Noto – Risen from the Ashes

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From the bestselling author-and-illustrator team of Copons & Fortuny comes the fourth book in the Bitmax & Co series. Filled with even more adventure and comedy, this next installment features Paolo, the hardworking, always-on-alert sheepdog who is not adjusting well to his retirement. In this new adventure, Paolo the Sheepdog is certainly entitled to a happy retirement after years of hard work, so he decides to move to the Blue Forest. But this new, slower lifestyle is difficult for a sheepdog who is used to always living on the alert! It was Paolo’s responsibility to lead, take care of, and supervise, and he is struggling to give up certain habits and behaviors. However, the forest people are not taking well to being told what to do, and they certainly don’t need that much order in the forest. Evo, the evil robot, is not helping matters either when he helps Paolo with a scheme that puts everyone in danger . . . because where Evo goes, disaster is sure to strike! Can Bitmax, Wagner, and Mus save the forest creatures, save themselves, and ultimately help Paolo understand that another way of living is possible—a happy and relaxed way where everyone helps each other? Join everyone’s favorite robot in each title of the Bitmax & Co series, which clearly focuses on a single conflict and places young readers in the heart of a classic narrative structure that presents the conflict, develops it, and solves it.

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The first book in the Gizmo Girl board book series encourages creative thinking while dreaming big about what the future may hold. It features Josephine, the tenacious toddler and little cousin of Geraldine from the award-winning Gizmo Girl picture book series. The newest Gizmo Girl is ready to take on the world in this fun new board book for STEAM toddler dreamers. Josephine is curious about science and the world around her. While going about her daily routine, she thinks about what she is going to be when she grows up, based on what she likes to do. From caring for animals and building blocks to digging for rocks and drawing funny monsters, Josephine wonders if she could be a veterinarian, architect, geologist, astronomer, engineer, animator, botanist, or even a video game designer . . . the possibilities are as exciting as the future ahead! Enthusiasm and imagination go hand in hand as readers learn that science can be found everywhere, and the world is changing and evolving every day. Award-winning author of the Gizmo Girl series, Sol Regwan, hopes the youngest science minded will identify with Josephine and begin to wonder what they could be when they grow up!

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Introducing a fresh and creative approach to kids’ activity books! The KindKids series from Better Day Books combines adorable art, deluxe packaging, and positive messages with classic puzzle activities to create an enjoyable experience that both kids and parents will love. Each book in the series begins with detailed instructions and simple practice puzzles. Then there are more-advanced offerings that challenge kids but are not too overwhelming. Puzzle solutions are included at the back of each book. And there is even motivational poster art that kids can cut out and display when they have completed all the activities! Here’s what’s inside KindKids Super Sudoku: • 100 sudoku puzzles to grow brilliant minds • Easy instructions that teach kids how to do sudoku • Practice puzzles for getting started using logic • Full-color art to cut out and display • Positive messages to inspire kindness and confidence • Solutions for every puzzle • Handy on-the-go format! Each full-color book is conveniently sized at 6" × 8" and features lay-flat binding and a sturdy backer board, making it perfect for busy families. The covers are even adorned with rounded corners and gold foil, elevating the books to beautiful gift items at a value price. Whether you’re a parent or caregiver, the KindKids series is a perfect choice for inspiring children with its adorable design, positive messages, and fun activities. Collect them all for endless hours of entertainment!

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Book Five of The Law of One is comprised of the 56 fragments of personal material that were originally omitted from the first four books of this series. Both Jim, the scribe, and Carla, the instrument for the Ra contact, have added their comments to these fragments to give the reader an idea of what it was like to be part of this contact and to show how every person’s experience can be used for personal growth and service to others. A wide variety of topics is covered, from Eisenhower’s meeting with extraterrestrials in 1954 to UFO/government conspiracies, Wanderers, sexual energy transfers, anger, balancing, Aleister Crowley, the Tunguska crater in Russia, pre-incarnative choices, psychic greetings, alternate and orthodox healing modalities, the ball lightning phenomenon, and the many facets of the spiritual journey in general.

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Learn how to truly care for your beautiful self through all the seasons of life with this guided workbook from the bestselling author of Self-Love Workbook for Women and licensed clinical social worker Megan Logan, MSW, LCSW. Thousands of women around the world have found their confidence and created more joy in their lives through Megan's encouraging, accessible, and insightful teachings, and now you can too. In this widely anticipated new book, Megan will guide you through a year’s worth of lessons and creative exercises aimed at helping you love your body, relax your mind, and connect with your soul. 52 weekly lessons, interactive exercises, and therapeutic journaling prompts will help you: • Give yourself permission to rest • Reconnect to your confidence • Work through anger and resentment • Open your heart • Trust your intuition • Let go of fear • Embrace imperfection • Deepen relationships • Embrace play and live a more joyful life! The book is organized into chapters that follow the seasonal rhythm of life (and can be started at any time of the year). Learn how to rest and recharge in winter, get ready for growth in spring, live life to the fullest in summer, and free yourself from past hurts in fall. Each chapter introduces a relatable theme, provides accessible teaching, offers thoughtful insights, and provides creative activities to help you process, reflect, and grow. A group guide is even included! Know yourself, grow yourself, and love yourself with this self-love workbook from bestselling author Megan Logan, MSW, LCSW.

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For anyone who wants to delve into decorative modular origami ornaments. Learn to fold colored paper into simple shapes, known as modules, and how to put them together, without using sticky tape or glue, to create amazing and attractive ornaments and sculptures. The 25 models presented will show you how to create 18 projects, which begin at a very simple level so that you can succeed on your first try. Subsequent models and projects allow you to develop your skills, so that by the time you reach the last project, you will be folding and assembling something extraordinary. Each of the designs can be customized using different kinds of paper and combinations of colors so that each finished ornament will be a unique and personal expression of the design.

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Featuring over 380 color photographs, this illustrated guidebook presents a visual history of the United States’ space adventures, from the Mercury, Gemini, Apollo, Skylab, and Space Shuttle programs to the current International Space Station and Space X commercial ventures. A wide-ranging variety of equipment is featured, from rockets and spacecraft to clothing and handheld items. Detailed captions explain the construction and use of these custom-made, exotic items, many actually used on specific short- and long-duration space voyages. Featured museums include the National Museum of the United States Air Force, Dayton, Ohio; Space & Rocket Center, Huntsville, Alabama; Museum of Flight, Seattle, Washington; Smithsonian National Air & Space Museum, Washington, DC, and the nearby Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center at Dulles Airport; and, in Florida, Cape Canaveral and the adjacent Kennedy Space Center, the Air Force Space Museum, Space History Center and the Astronaut Hall of Fame, the American Space Museum & Walk of Fame in Titusville, and the National Museum of Naval Aviation, Pensacola. This work is intended to enlighten readers as to what kind of space artifacts are on display to the public, and to inform as to where they can be seen in person.

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A colorful souvenir photo book that captures the excitement of what's in store for visitors when they explore the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania. Nestled in the rolling hills and lush farmland of Strasburg, in beautiful rural Lancaster County, a collection of train buildings, tracks, exhibits, and historic railroad equipment makes up the sprawling complex of the museum, which has preserved and interpreted the commonwealth’s rich railroad history for half a century. Photos and informative captions show the range of vintage railroad equipment on display, including approximately 100 locomotives and railroad cars spanning the mid-19th through late-20th centuries. Many smaller artifacts, including uniforms, tools, dining-car china, and more, round out the collection. Whether visiting for the first time or exploring it again and again, this colorful keepsake book is a perfect souvenir of your time on the tracks.

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Experience aerial combat at the controls of the fearsome AH-64 Apache attack helicopter during the Operation Iraqi Freedom “Surge.” Author Dan McClinton was an Apache pilot with the US Army’s 1st Cavalry Division through three combat deployments to Iraq. As a battalion tactical operations officer, he planned and executed attack helicopter missions in and around Baghdad in 2006–07. His memoir reveals for the first time many stories of selfless service, courage, and sacrifice that all readers will find compelling. At the same time, it also illustrates the absurdities that are involved with living in a massive bureaucracy like the US military. Also included are many original color photographs taken by McClinton in the Iraqi combat zone.

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From the bestselling author-and-illustrator team of Copons & Fortuny comes the second book in the Bitmax & Co. series. Filled with even more adventure and comedy, this next installment features Super Pig. Super Pig is one of the dwellers of the Blue Forest. He truly believes that he is a superhero and has superpowers. But he is not. He’s just a piggy wearing a cape and a mask. He does his best—you can tell! But he fails time after time. And what’s even worse . . . he becomes a danger to himself and to all the people of the Blue Forest, especially once the evil Evo intervenes! The forest creatures once again call on Bitmax for help. Will he be able to stop Evo and help Super Pig find his true superpower? Spoiler Alert: It is Bitmax who discovers Super Pig’s real power. Believe it or not, we all have one! As it turns out, Super Pig’s hugs are the best in the world. They are squishy, healing planetary hugs, the best ones in the forest. Join everyone’s favorite robot in each title of the Bitmax & Co. series, which clearly focuses on a single conflict and places young readers in the heart of a classic narrative structure that presents the conflict, develops it, and solves it.

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Experience the hidden byways of America's breadbasket through the unerring eye of landscape photographer and educator David Skernick. Covering a broad swath of eight states—Missouri, Iowa, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio—these unforgettable panoramic images capture the midwestern vibe of small towns, farm fields, and friendly people. You can almost smell the fresh air. Skernick, who leads photography workshops nationwide, lets us in on his camera strategies with an appendix listing exposure, equipment, and panorama statistics for each image—enough to satisfy even the most technology-minded photographer.

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The Tree in My Tuba, the second book in the Hare and Bear series, tackles the importance and beauty of nature in an urban environment. Simon LeHare is at home in his gray urban environment but is wanting to try something new. He decides to learn how to play the tuba. To his delight, this simple act produces a most surprising result. With each note a leaf appears until at last there is an entire tree! With the help of Tim and his other friends, they use music to create something more beautiful than they could have imagined! As the pages turn, little bits of green begin to appear as Simon and his friends play instruments and sing, until the pages start to blossom with vivid, lush greens teeming with life. But when Important Edward sees what the friends have done, he vows to remove it immediately. Can Simon and Tim stop this opinionated elephant from cutting down their green oasis? Can they show him that even a small action can have a major impact on the world around you?

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This updated edition offers 15 new, candid, and true stories from people across the world celebrating the lives of people living with Down syndrome. With over 50 short writings, along with “slice of life” photos, these pieces share wisdom, encouragement, connection, and joy. Parents, families, and friends of children living with Down syndrome will discover a wealth of positivity and valuable guidance. Special-education teachers, social workers, mental health professionals, and policymakers will find helpful information and insight from stories regarding behavioral health. And anyone who is looking to learn more about Down syndrome will discover a world full of possibilities they never knew existed.

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Introduced in 1941, the Short Stirling was the Royal Air Force’s first four-engine heavy bomber of the Second World War. However, early on, the Stirling’s performance was compromised by several issues: a reduced wingspan, which resulted in serious limitations on maximum altitude capability; the two-stage landing gear proved to be dangerously frail; and the bomb-bay design proved incapable of carrying large-scale blockbuster bombs. Its altitude ceiling limitations left the aircraft particularly vulnerable to isolation and dispatch by enemy night fighters within the bomber stream, and it was these factors that ultimately led to its withdrawal from Britain’s strategic bombing campaign over occupied Europe. By November 1943, it was replaced by the more effective Handley Page Halifax and Avro Lancaster. However, it did see important second-line duty in the glider-towing, paratroop drop, minelaying, and supply roles. The Stirling also saw post-WWII duties as a passenger transport up to the late 1940s. This book is a concise, visual history of this lesser-known RAF WWII bomber.

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In this imaginative typographic "dictionary," words are defined by arranging their letters to show what each word means. Generating alternatives is the basis of all creative endeavors. Words in Action is an inventive resource that was developed over decades, one word at a time, by architect and professor Michael Pause. Its 366 graphic images add to the inventory first published in Ivan Chermayeff and Tom Geismar's 1962 booklet Watching Words Move, a classic of typography that changed how designers think about the power of words. Whether you’re a graphic artist stuck on a visual problem, an author with a case of writer’s block, a teacher looking for a fresh take on helping your students learn, or anyone whose creativity needs a jump start—this book is for you. Anytime you’re stuck, just flip through this inventory of inspired ideas and fun surprises. You’ll never look at a word the same way again!

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Celebrate three generations of significant American jewelers—their stories and their stunning work—in the only authorized history of the Patania family. The family’s unique jewelry blended their Italian heritage, midcentury modern design, and influences from Native American southwestern jewelry, resulting in a singular and striking style. The authors chronicle the history of the family from 1899, when Frank Patania Sr. was born in Italy, through his son Frank Patania Jr., up to the present day, where the third generation, Sam Patania, continues the tradition of designing and making modern jewelry with a southwestern flair. This first full-length publication for collectors, historians, and enthusiasts documents the jewelry made by the Patanias and other craftspeople sold at their Thunderbird Shop, including information to attribute and date pieces, history of hallmarks used, and biographies of noted silversmiths who worked there. Beautiful images, including full-page photos of never-before-published masterpieces, make this the definitive resource on the family and their continuing legacy.

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A stunning photo book featuring portraits and summaries of masterpieces from 10,000-plus years of architectural history, from churches and temples, castles and caves to pyramids and palaces, walls, towers, and more! The iridescent play of light through Gothic windows. Skyscrapers gleaming in the sun. The worn steps of a Mayan pyramid. Indian temples rich in detailed reliefs. Buildings move us, protect us, and give us places for devotion and contemplation, political debate, and artistic expression. Here, humankind's architectural masterpieces are presented in outstanding photographs, accompanied by texts that highlight interesting facts about each monument's history. Features full-color photographic portraits of 169 of the world's greatest buildings and UNESCO World Heritage Sites A gorgeous large-format photo book brings together churches and temples, castles and caves to pyramids and palaces, walls, towers, and more! Presented chronologically, this deluxe linen-cloth book reveals often-overlooked parallels among cultures worldwide: Who would have thought that while the Romans were discussing politics at the Forum, life was flourishing in the Mexican city of Teotihuacán? Or that the Great Mosque of Djenné and St. Patrick’s Cathedral were built at the same time? This captivating book will take you on a global exploration of humanity's greatest architectural achievements!

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Increase joy, reduce stress, and learn how to live more authentically with this charmingly illustrated guide to the popular (and keenly accurate) Enneagram personality profiling system. If you love taking personality quizzes and are interested in self-development, don’t miss this easy and accessible guide to the Enneagram. Take the quiz provided to find out which type best describes you: • Type 1: The Idealist • Type 2: The Giver • Type 3: The Performer • Type 4: The Romantic • Type 5: The Observer • Type 6: The Supporter • Type 7: The Adventurer • Type 8: The Protector • Type 9: The Mediator In this book: • Get tailored tips for living your best life by learning what motivates your behavior • Learn about the nine Enneagram personality profiles through charming illustrations • Learn how to communicate with others effectively • Get to the root of what you need to live more authentically • BONUS: Spark joy in everyday life with 16 mini pull-out postcards Once you’ve learned about yourself, be sure to share the book with friends and family to improve the important relationships in your life!

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Discover some of the rarest and most desirable Porsche sports cars ever produced! Throughout the history of the sports car, no marque has epitomized the excitement and passion of driving like Porsche. The Saratoga Automobile Museum, in collaboration with architect Steven Harris, presents 22 of the marque’s rarest air and water-cooled cars. This remarkable collection highlights the manufacturer’s past seven decades of production -- from 356 Carreras and Speedsters to high-performance RS 911s -- all captured in sensational detail by renowned photographer James Lipman. Showcases 22 of the rarest and most desirable Porsche sports cars, from the 1956 Carrera GT to the 2019 991.2 GT2RS, as well as several custom builds More than 240 stunning images including exterior, interior, and engine-bay details by Car and Driver, Motor Trend, and Top Gear photographer James Lipman. Includes driving impressions from automotive journalists Jethro Bovingdon of Top Gear, Dickie Meaden of evo magazine, and Intercooler cofounder Andrew Frankel The stunning imagery is accompanied by specifications and history as well as driving impressions from leading automotive writers Richard Meaden, John Simister and others. Air & Water combines breathtaking imagery and words to transport the reader on a thrilling journey of being behind the wheel of these ultra-rare machines.

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Beautiful results every time when you follow the color-coded pattern! ColorMaps activity books are the hot new way to enjoy adult coloring without the mental stress and strain of selecting colors and deciding where to put them. With the ColorMaps series, you will create beautiful masterpieces in only three steps: 1) pick a design, 2) match your pencils, 3) follow the map to fill-in with color. It’s that easy! • A totally new concept in adult coloring! • No more stressing and straining over selecting colors and deciding where to put them! • Color-coded patterns make filling in the pages easy and stress-free. • Color swatches for every pattern. • 60 patterns to color inside the book. • Deluxe format! Full flaps on front and back with easy tear-out pages. • Full-sized colored examples provided for every pattern! Unlike traditional “by-number” products, the ColorMaps series features coordinated colored lines and numbered patterns to help you create with ease. No more guessing, squinting and stressing. And, the best part? No more ugly black numbers and lines showing through to the finished art! Each ColorMaps activity book is printed on high-quality art paper and is presented in a deluxe padfolio format! From flowers and butterflies to happy words-and-phrases, the designs are fresh, modern, and easy to color. Map your way to relaxation, enjoyment, and creative satisfaction with the new ColorMaps activity series from Better Day Books.

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From tea fields to technology, women are the resilient, hardworking backbone of their communities. Award-winning photographer Alison Wright's 128 dynamic color plates portray women in more than 25 developing countries, whose perseverance is often overlooked. Women from Nicaragua to Nepal share empowering experiences of rising above their circumstances, be it poverty or oppressive cultural conventions. The photos and the women's quotes express what work means to them—creating financial independence, purpose, and community, as well as deep-rooted cultural traditions. Grit and Grace also celebrates the grassroots organizations committed to finding creative solutions to the challenges these individuals face. Give a woman a seed of opportunity, and she will grow a forest.

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Cope2, born Fernando Carlo Jr., is an iconic name in graffiti—one of New York’s pioneering artists in the ‘80s and ‘90s, founder of the KINGS DESTROY crew, and known for his wildstyle tagging—and here 35+ years of his work are compiled into one vibrant volume. In over 250 color photos, see his work transition from his early days in the South Bronx to his current gallery work featured worldwide. Divided into four chapters—Subway Cars and Trains, Painted Walls, Bubble Throw Ups, and Gallery and Artworks—Cope2’s art may shift in medium, time, and place, but it remains fundamentally the same at its core: colorful, authentic, and raw. In addition to the hundreds of photos of his work, excerpts from an interview with Cope2 by Carlos Mare, the museum programming director of the Museum of Graffiti, offers stories on Cope2's life and career from the artist himself.

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Timeless wisdom one card at a time based on the Book of Proverbs!

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Are you seeking to serve the world in a way that fulfills your true purpose? Do you want to be an agent of change for yourself and your world? Are you ready to answer the call? We are at a point in time where the scales of universal justice are rebalancing elements of crisis, chaos, and dysfunction within our social systems and global structures. By becoming aware of our individual expressions of fear, obsession, and separation we have the opportunity to transcend the human condition, creating a greater good for all. Find that direction with Being, the second book in the Self-Realization series. By addressing the seven illusions of social conditioning (time, duality, money, hierarchy, identity, evolution, and war), Being engages the bold and courageous conversation that can move us from conformity to courage, from vice to virtue. Discover how embodying these seven keys of awakening and cultivating seven corresponding aspects of essence allows access to the natural divine expression that has always been available to us. The world needs you now, in the most courageous, yet vulnerable, way. Answer the call of your soul ... and that of the world soul.

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Aviation monograph of the F-82 Twin Mustang, an unusual variant of the famous P-51 Mustang. Developed during the Second World War, but too late to see combat, the Twin Mustang was created by the engineering team at North American Aviation to provide long-range escort for larger, slow bombers. With the outbreak of the Korean Conflict, the Twin Mustangs were fortuitously positioned to provide immediate impact to the advantage of United Nations forces in the opening stages of the action. Later, a record-breaking long-distance flight was accomplished by a single aircraft, and the type was found useful for testing numerous experimental designs, from ramjet bodies to the first air-to-air missile concepts. The plane was effective as a radar-toting night fighter, and it could also carry large bombs, rockets, extended-range fuel tanks, and an eight-gun nacelle, providing a substantial increase in machine gun firepower. This book also details the amazing story of XP-82 44-83887 from test bed use, to a landing accident and disposal, to its discovery and restoration to flying status. Author John Gourley is a crash/rescue fire protection specialist who has served in this capacity both in the United States Air Force and as a civilian contractor.

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Discover the imaginative world of the On the Fingertips series with Lili Mouse and her friend Henri. Notes of humor echo in their dialogue as these two lovable mice playfully use descriptive words to count insects from 1 to 10. From grasshoppers and dragonflies to beetles and fleas, toddlers start to learn beginning numbers and build vocabulary with a laugh or two on the way. In the finger-painting workshop included in the back of the book, children can trace the figures to enforce number recognition and gain confidence in writing their numbers. Then repeat the exercise, using paint and paper. Get ready to learn, imagine, and create when you dip your fingers in the paint!

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Beautifully illustrated and simply told, this heartfelt story delves into the emotions children feel when their parents separate. Combining straightforward sentences with the bright and bold-colored circles symbolizing the family members, the gentle message is easily identifiable to children and invites dialogue during story time reading. From the familiarity of being surrounded by one’s parents to the distress felt during their divorce, and then to the anger giving way to acceptance of the new situation, the emotional journey culminates with the realization that love persists and even blooms in the new extended family. This is a very difficult time for children and can be confusing, sad, joyous, and everything in between. This powerful message expresses no judgment so the child and the parent always feel good, even when the family environment changes.

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Artisan ropework—coiling, spiraling, and stitching cotton rope—is an exciting and relatively unexplored technique for creating baskets, vessels, wall hangings, bowls, and much more. This book, packed with more than 150 photos, is an excellent resource for readers and crafters who are starting out on their stitched-ropework journey, looking for new inspiration, or seeking to explore new techniques. Stitched ropework is a creative, fun craft that is accessible to all skill levels. This book contains 15 projects for making bowls, jewelry holders, beach bags, more, starting with beginner projects and moving through progressively advanced designs. It also includes information on how to vary the designs and find your own style within this satisfying craft. All the projects have been designed and executed by Jessica Geach, a well-known textile artist. Geach's ropework has been exhibited in numerous galleries and events, including the prestigious Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fair.

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Works by nearly 100 of today's most prominent artists—including Willie Cole, Mark Dion, Mona Hatoum, Peter Saul, Yinka Shonibare, and Laurie Simmons—raise questions about the many issues that firearms trigger, leaving answers up to the reader. This invigorating survey of contemporary art and guns offers insight into the mixed associations of firearms in our culture. Situating these artworks within the contexts of fire domestication, weapon history, social movements, and art history, the book touches on subjects of power, equality, and access, and the current debates surrounding gun use. What emerges is the inherently dualistic nature of firearms, which are both protective and destructive, empowering and enfeebling, supporting peace and war, life and death. While this central ambivalence can't be captured in statistical data or media sound bites, it thrives within these complex visual works. This collection reveals a striking diversity of viewpoints on guns, highlighting their inescapable duplicity and the compelling role they have come to play within our lives and imaginations.

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Create 3-dimensional geometric modular origami structural models using triangular paper and simple corner-to-corner and side folds.

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The architecture of 20 contemporary houses around the world explores concrete's sculptural possibilities. Robust and raw, concrete has been a rudimentary building material for centuries, but it is only relatively recently that architects have begun exploring its softer, tactile side in the design of houses. Concrete is durable, recyclable, and thermally efficient, and it goes up quickly compared to wood or metal framing. The appeal for architects, though, is its plasticity and potential for magic, making poetry out of the mundane. Witness concrete's endless form-making possibilities in this collection of contemporary homes by A-list architects in diverse locations across Japan, Australia, Spain, Brazil, South Africa, the US, and more. Exquisite color photography and plans Architects share their design approach to projects ranging from 10,000 square feet on spectacular sites, to compact urban gems. This close-up of 20 striking houses celebrates the texture and physics of a material that has long been taken for granted.

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An action-packed human interest story about four young men and their life-changing experiences in China during WWII. When three Yale graduates traveled to China in the summer of 1941 to teach English to middle-school students, they routinely taught classes outside a bomb shelter. When air raid sirens wailed, classes continued until the Japanese planes could be heard, then all quickly scrambled inside to safety. The US entry into the war turned their educational mission upside down. One was recruited for a stint driving supplies along the Burma Road. A second Yale teacher took a senior staff position with "Flying Tigers" commander Gen. Claire Lee Chennault. The third man, a conscientious objector, remained at the school to keep it running during the war. Their mission was inextricably linked with the broader Yale-in-China medical mission, headed by a young surgeon in Changsha. This is an engaging story of Americans in China, educating civilians, healing the wounded, and supporting Chinese military resistance against Japanese imperialism. It is the untold story of life on the ground in Free China during the Japanese occupation.

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A brightly illustrated board book that teaches toddlers how to count and clap on beat. Magic happens when we all clap together. Clap on the 2 and 4 encourages parents and children to create that magic together. Across all styles of music, some people clap on one beat while others clap on another, but we should all be clapping on the second and fourth. If we can come together on something so small, maybe we can come together on some bigger things as well. Children will learn the basics of clapping and be encouraged to try clapping on different beats. But, when it's time to hit the dance floor, it's important to always clap on the 2 and the 4.

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"I am odd, I am new. I wonder if you are too. I hear voices in the air. I see you don't, and that's not fair." Step into the world of Benjamin Giroux, a 10-year-old boy with autism, as he invites readers to see life from his perspective. In this picture book, Benjamin's poem, which he composed during a school assignment, takes center stage. When Benjamin's parents shared his poem with friends and family, they could not have anticipated that the poem would go viral. Now, for the first time, I Am Odd, I Am New is brought to life in an illustrated picture book that captures Benjamin's world view.

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A dark and engaging Lenormand deck including wicked little characters to help shine light on your shadows and reveal hidden truths.

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This second of two volumes on de Havilland's "Wooden Wonder" covers the World War II bomber and photoreconnaissance variants of the deadly Mosquito. Along with its night fighter and fighter-bomber variants, Mosquito bomber squadrons attacked the enemy around the clock. Pinpoint assaults on specialist targets were another aspect of Mosquito operations, whose destructive effect on the Axis was constantly felt. Also featured in this volume is the Mosquito's operational service between 1942 and 1945 within the ranks of the RAF, Commonwealth air forces, and US Army Air Force, as well as postwar use.

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Little Fen loves all of the beautiful colors in the world and loves capturing them with her treasured set of paints. One day, Fen notices a little drop of gray in her paints and can't seem to stop it from spreading. Before long the gray is everywhere, and Fen no longer enjoys doing what she loves the most. With a little encouragement from her mother, Fen finds a way to put the colors back in her world and begin enjoying life again. Fen's Drop of Gray sends a powerful message about childhood depression and how parents can help their little ones learn to cope.

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A laugh-out-loud anthology of all the things a teacher will never tell her students to do in the classroom! No math today; it's too hard! Said no teacher ever! Can you imagine your teacher saying this or suggesting you keep your gum and not to forget to stick it under the desk? In this comical look at all the things a teacher is never likely to say, kids, parents, and educators alike will laugh out loud at what might happen if the school day was turned upside down. While your teacher will never encourage you to paint on your desk or copy your neighbor's paper, kids know they can always count on the teacher to make learning fun. So even if things may not always go as planned, structure and boundaries create a safe space, and one thing is always for sure—a teacher will always miss her students at the end of the day.

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