Search results for ""centennial books""

The images are ingrained into the American psyche: cowboys and Indians, gunslingers and stagecoach robbers, lassos and saddles, six guns and nooses. It’s a time when freedom seemed as vast as the prairie -- and violence and death loomed behind every ridge. In Haunted West, we look at the ghosts and legends of an older time that are still with us today.  Readers are fascinated by the Wild West and we take them on a journey that spans the past to the present looking at the spirits whose legends are still with us today.  As the wind howls through ghost towns, haunted voices spook the saloons of Bodie and Deadwood, and spooky occurrences rattle the mine shafts of Virginia City and Silverton, you can still hear them, their rattle of spurs, the clink of their whiskey glasses, the crack of their Winchesters. Visit an era bathed in myth, dusted in desert sand, and whose tall tales may not be as wild as you think as we document a time where legends never die.

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In 2020, as we set our sights on another election, this book takes a look at all of the presidents of the United States—ranked from best to worst (the results may surprise you)—and their legacies, achievements and what we learned from their leadership. The book spans from 1789 when George Washington (spoiler alert: he's in the 'Best Presidents' category) took the first-ever oath of office. Forty-four different men have sworn to “faithfully execute the Office of President of the United States” and what makes a great leader has been vision, conviction, and setting the nation on the right course. The Revolutionary War showed us we needed commanders who were going to fight for our freedom. The Civil War showed we needed leaders who were going to unite this nation. We looked to the President during hard times like the Great Depression, who were going to pick us up, dust us off and, with a steady hand, guide us to more promising times, which Franklin Delan

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Eat Yourself Smarter offers techniques to sharpen your memory, improve your focus, boost your energy, make you feel happier, and help you loive longer.We’ve all heard “you are what you eat,” and science now has the receipts on how profoundly foods affect the human brain. From an evolutionary standpoint, our brains were formed to thrive on certain nutrients—and our current diet is often deficient in many of them. East Yourself Smater offers readers a guide to eating in a way that boosts their cognitive function, improves their mood, and lowers their risk of developing dementia or other degenerative neurological conditions. We start with a detailed explanation of exactly how hungry the brain is (the answer: very), and how nutrients do their job to not only feed it well but repair brain-cell membranes, enable synapses to communicate, and prompt chemical “cascades” that keep memory centers functioning at top efficiency. Next, we

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Keto is the fastest-growing diet in America, and the holiday season poses its greatest challenge: a steady stream of parties and feasts full of carbohydrate-loaded foods (think stuffing and sweet potato casserole) and tempting desserts. With this indespensible guide, you will never feel hungry, burn fat, boost energy, and transfrom your body all while enjoying the festive season. The ketogenic diet is based on cutting carbs down almost to near-zero while upping fat intake, and it has been shown to not only help people lose weight permanently, but also be good for their health by stabilizing blood sugar, lowering blood pressure, and improving markers for heart disease, among other benefits.   This book is a guide to handling your keto lifestyle throughout the holidays to both enjoy the season and still maintain a healthy diet program. Starting first with the basics of keto—what it is, how and why it works, and what you need to know about

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Who doesn't love pirates? From Captain Hook to Captain Jack Sparrow, Blackbeard to Black Bart, these pistol-packing, cutlass-flashing, bandana-topped outlaws of the high seas have stirred the imagination for hundreds of years with their adventurous spirit, their love of rum, fighting, plunder, and the way they growl 'ARRRR.' This richly illustrated book invites readers to cruise the Caribbean and prowl the Spanish Main. Pirates is a colorful and insightful exploration of real-life buccaneers, corsairs and privateers, spirited women pirates, often-overlooked black pirates, and the pirates of screen, from Douglas Fairbanks to Johnny Depp. Find out why they went to sea, how they really lived, fought, ate and died, and which of the stories about eyepatches, peg legs, walking the plank are true. It's a thrilling ride through time and myth that makes you appreciate why a pirate's life for all of us.

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How exactly did we win the war? In a stunningly visual syyle, this illustrated book chronicles World War II from the early rise of Germany's dictator, to the landing of troops in Normandy and the eventual victory over evil.More than seventy-five years ago, the greatest conflict in the history of mankind came to an end. Winning World War II shook the foundations of modern civilization, leaving millions upon millions dead and wounded and once great cities in ruins. Out of the horror, however, a new world was born. It’s no wonder the War is still being depicted in movies, books and documentaries. With this book, readers will look back at the cataclysm that shaped who we are, from the rise of Adolf Hitler and Japanese militarism to the great battles and dramatic turning points upon which the fate of humanity hung. We profile the inimitable leaders who guided their nations to glory and ruin — Hitler, British Prime Minister Winston Churchill, Soviet dictator Jo

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Medicare is the key to healthcare for Americans who are 65 and older. But this complex federal program can be challenging—and overwhelming—to understand. Here is complete guide to navigating the health care system.This book offers a clear, step-by-step guide for families who need to know how to research, apply for and use their Medicare benefits. From Original Medicare to Medigap coverage, as well as Medicare resources and scams, we provide readers the information they need to navigate the Medicare system confidently. Plus, a bonus section on the ins and outs of Social Security, as well as how the two programs work together.

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Don’t worry, be happy. It’s easier said than done! But science has shown that we can live a more joyful life—and quickly go from feeling miserable to marvelous—by changing our habits. This book investigates the latest breakthroughs in positive psychology and examines the most effective ways to increases a reader’s sense of satisfaction with life. From exploring the benefits of the mind-body connection and the power of gratitude to the surprising ways that money, parenting and relationships can impact happiness, this publication will give readers the essential skills to finding peace—and make them appreciate the life they already have.

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Some of the world's top experts, including devoted veterinarians, open a window into the minds of our feline freinds.  Cats have become so beloved in recent years that some 75 million live in American homes as family pets. Another quarter million are community cats, increasingly serving us in barns, breweries, warehouses and more to keep rodents and other unwanted wildlife under control.  Yet the cat has often seemed mysterious—compared to dogs, our cats can feel bit more aloof and difficult to truly “get.”  But new research into our feline friends now reveals their love for us, their secret language, including accents and dialects, and their inner depths. In a series of engaging stories featuring the world’s top experts, veterinarians and pet-owners themselves, this premium book opens a window into the minds of our feline friends. Among the features: How to raise a kitten to become a great cat; how to un

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What makes for a healthy and lasting union in which love prevails? Experts give advcie on how to keep relationships strogn from initial attraction to lasting love. Love Decoded provides everything you need to ensure your passion thrives, whether you're celebrating your first anniversary or your 50th! As recently as the 19th century, marriage was largely a practical affair—people married for financial security, to create family, to have a home. If love entered the picture, it was by chance. But starting in the 1900s through to today, marriage and long-term partnerships of all kinds have gone through rapid, radical, continuous change: Today, enduring unions enable love, creativity, and the chance for personal growth—in the wake of a divorce rate at 50%, researchers say, those relationships that allow us to flourish as individuals have the greatest chance of long success.     This book describes the 21st cent

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Calm your mind and energize your body with these must-do exercises to keep you flexible and free of aches and pains. Yoga may have ancient roots but the “yoga lifestyle” is very current. For some people that means retreats with a guru, an athleisure-focused wardrobe, green juice and meditation while for others it goes much deeper. It’s about exploring yoga philosophy, trying to live a more meaningful, less stressful life, and taking advantage of the many health benefits that come with regular practice. The Book That's a Bit of a Stretch will give enthusiaists an inside look at the various aspects of yoga, including diet, meditation and Ayurveda, and provide all the tools for getting started on the mat in their own living room. Beginner-friendly routines that boost energy, improve performance, lower stress and ease muscle tension make it easy to embrace this multi-faceted practice and set the stage for years of exploration to

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Did you ever want to know what your dog was really thinking? Learn how to decipher all the barks, licks, growls and wags—and get a greater understanding of what your dog is trying to communicate to you, and why.Plus, discover how our longstanding codependency with canines makes for happier, healthier humans and their pooches. “Ruff Translation” will explore the nature of our relationship with our four-legged friends including training advice, personal tales, scientific explorations and inspiring stories of how dogs can make us better people. It’s no wonder they’re man’s best friend!

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Quitting the rat race ahead of schedule may sound like an impossible goal. Retire Smarter offers guidance on how to get there, while making your money last, and achieving personal fulfilment. Wiith a solid plan and careful attention to the details, you can say goodbye to the 9-to-5 and hello to a whole word of relaxation, travel and fun. This book takes a look at the many models for a modern retirement, and provides concrete advice for building the foundation you need to stop working. This comprehensive guide provides step-by-step information about saving and investing so you can achieve the early retirement of your dreams, plus guidance on healthcare, housing and other critical costs. 

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Women of the Bible, richly illustrated with classic art and vivid photography, looks at the women who defined life and civilization as we know it.  This book includes all their stories presented in clear accessible prose that shows great respect for this remarkable collection of influential women.These are the women who played critical roles in the Bible, the greatest story ever told, the record of God’s relationship to humanity from the beginning of time. Some were foundational, like Eve, the first, the original, the mother of us all; others, like Bathsheba and Mary Magdalene, were redeemed by God from lives of sin; still more, like the transcendent Mary, mother of Jesus, remain symbols of fidelity to and acceptance of the will of God. Many, like Sarah, the mother of Isaac, used cleverness and guile to make their way in a world dominated by men; a few, like Delilah, the betrayer of Samson, were unrepentant villains. Sidebars provide surveys o

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Along with tons of healthy recipes, this is a bright, visual, positive book on a diagnosis that is typically received in a negative manner, and it illustrates how to manage (and even reverse) diabetes, and how to use the disease as a turning point to live our best lives.Too often, a diagnosis of diabetes comes with a lot of “shoulds' - get blood sugar and weight under control, exercise, get more sleep, know your blood sugar. But people don't often get all the how-tos, which are essential for success.  The Diabetes Advantage brings people with diabetes and prediabetes the information and tools they need, from recipes for quick and delicious meals to easy ways to move more, to the top useful tips for managing the emotional and physical rough spots.Our aim is to help anyone who has diabetes or is on the verge of it manage easier and live better. This is your companion, your guide and your cheerleader.

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Whether you are craving for a novelty like Pumpkin Whoopie Pies, an old favorite like Kentucky Butter Cake, or a classic French Caramel Custard, there's a dish to make your mouth water and inspire you to spend some quality time in the kitchen.Americans have been on a baking bender! Stuck at home during the pandemic, they have rediscovered the joys of a Caramel Pull Apart Cake, Chewy Molasses Cookies and Cheddar Biscuits pulled piping hot from the oven (bonus points for the tantalizing scent that infuses the whole house!). Family Fall Baking was written to focus on the types of recipes people love best. Featuring over 100 original recipes for pies and tarts; cakes and cheesecakes; cookies and bars; quick breads, yeast breads, scones, rolls and biscuits; cobblers and crisps and many other mouth-watering desserts, you'll find plenty of ways to use all ofthe your favorite Fall ingredients, such as pumpkin (and pumpkin spice!), apples (and app

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For many Americans, debt has become overwhelming—and in some cases unmanageable. This book is a primer to understanding how debt works, why we borrow and what to do when debt gets beyond our reach. Debt has become woven into the fabric of most Americans’ lives. We take out mortgages to buy our houses, borrow to pay for college, use it to own or lease our cars, and put purchases big and small on credit cards.  From learning the ins and outs of the most common kinds of debt to understanding how interest rates and credit scores work, this book will give readers the information they need to maintain a healthy relationship with debt. And if debt gets out of control, this book offers concrete steps readers can take to get—and stay—out of debt. Plus: Easy-to-use worksheets to more easily manage spending and eliminate debt with money saving tips for everyone.

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This engagingly written and stunning visual celebration brings readers closer to our savior and explores what's fact, and what's mostly fiction about Jesus Christ.The story of Jesus' birth is one of ancient prophecies, glorious angels, simple shepherds, mysterious kings, a humble and righteous young couple, and a baby who would come to be known as the Savior, the Son of God, the Prince of Peace. Drawing from the Gospels of Matthew and Luke, the reader is swept into the world of Roman occupied Galilee two thousand years ago, and discovers why Mary and Joseph had to journey to Bethlehem, even while expecting a baby. Commonly held myths about the Nativity are dispelled, and fascinating insights into Mary, everyday life in Jesus’ time, and angels are woven throughout. This book draws readers into a time, a place, and a life that would forever change the world.

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If you haven’t heard about the ketogenic (short: keto) diet by now, you’ve been living under a rock!  This trendy diet is all about eating a diet that's very low in carbs and high in fats in order to turn your body into a fat-burning machine. This premium book covers the keto diet rules, how it works, keto diet side effects, and why it’s so popular right now. Should you decide to become a keto diet follower, we’ll help you along the way with meal plans, mouth-watering recipes, cheat sheets, and keto diet swaps when you’re missing your favorite carbs.  We’ll tell you how to set your kitchen up for success, tips to follow when you’re eating away from home, and how to eat keto on a budget!  Read success stories and find out which celebrities swear by the ketogenic diet. We’ll help you transition to a ketogenic&nbsp

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Let these supercharged ingredients, in their array of vibrant colors, paint a pretty picture of health and vitality for you. The culinary revolution of the past decade has taught us to appreciate high-quality food over inferior industrial ingredients lacking flavor and nutrition. More than ever, food shoppers want to buy foods that are supremely delicious and highly nutritious.  Enter superfoods. Power-packed, heart-healthy and disease-fighting, they help us feel satisfied and energized all day long! This premium book guides readers through the world’s healthiest superfoods and how to choose and use them in a comprehensive A (avocado) to Z (zucchini) glossary complete with nutrition information, kitchen tips, and simple recipes anyone can make.  From common and inexpensive fruits and veggies to potent and exotic superfood powders that deliver tremendous bang for the buck, this book teaches consumers what they need to know to st

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'THE SCIENCE OF SMART' covers the range of intelligences that make us successful, from verbal and spatial to social and emotional and, through a series of exercises and how-to’s, you'll dive deep into the emerging techniques for boosting our brains across the realms (yes, you can boost your IQ as an adult!).  There was a time in the not-too-distant past when intelligence was associated almost exclusively with narrow IQ tests designed to predict who would succeed and who could not. That IQ score was said to be fixed. But just very recently, thanks to a revolution in cognitive neuroscience, experts now know that we have many kinds of intelligence (not all of them measured by old-style IQ tests), and that IQ itself can be enhanced. How we raise our children, how we spend our spare time, even our exercise, all serves to boost the cognitive brain. Included is an interactive quiz to find your creative style; create a workout program of p

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Wondering which diet plan - Keto, Paleo, Weight Watchers, Atkins, Vegetarian, Dash - to try? Get the facts on 24 popular weight loss programs, including experts' opinions and science that shows how they work. Which one is best for you?  Many of us have tried to lose weight and probably gained the pounds back if it wasn’t the right diet for us. But, did you use the right diet for your body type? “Diets That Work” walks the reader through more than 20 trending diets, describes their plans, and lets the reader know what experts think are the pros and cons of each. This book illustrates the latest science behind diet myths and truths, how dieting impacts your health, weight loss success stories, and delicious, healthy recipes to help you get started

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