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Pantheon Books
Pub. Date:
[2021]
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English
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"For readers of Steven Strogatz's Infinite Powers and The Joy of x comes this illuminating exploration of the ways in which math-and the people who have mastered its inherent power through the ages-has shaped our world. In this captivating, sweeping history, Michael Brooks makes clear that mathematics was one of the foundational innovations that catapulted humanity from a nomadic existence to civilization, and that it has been instrumental in every...
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It sounds too good to be true. You can save money and the world, inoculate yourself against many of the ills of modern life, and enjoy everything more on both the sensual and profound levels? Preposterous! Yet here is a toolkit to help you do just that. A tweak here, a twiddle there; every strategy in The Art Of Frugal Hedonism has been designed to help you target the most important habits of mind and action needed for living frugally but hedonistically....
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Publisher:
Millbrook Press
Pub. Date:
[2003]
Language:
English
Description:
Provides images of paintings and new, sensory ways to experience them, such as tasting the milk in Vermeer's "The Milkmaid," hearing the music in Tanner's "The Banjo Lesson," or feeling the fur in da Vinci's "Lady with an Ermine."
Publisher:
Penguin Young Readers Group
Pub. Date:
2016
Language:
English
Description:
"2016 marks the 150th birthday of Beatrix Potter, making it the perfect time to pay tribute to the beloved author/illustrator with A Celebration of Beatrix Potter! With illustrious tales of characters like Peter Rabbit, Squirrel Nutkin, and Jemima Puddle-Duck, Beatrix Potter established herself as one of the most cherished and influential author/illustrators of children's literature. To mark her milestone birthday, this gorgeous collection features...
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Publisher:
BEYOND PUBLISHING
Pub. Date:
2023
Language:
English
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Get ready to expand your world and truly make a read this book today! "In this wonderful book you will learn how to carefully explore your ideas and opportunities and gain the confidence to take bold action." Matthew Pollard, Best-selling author of The Introvert's Edge Series "I love to stimulate young minds and amaze people with facts they didn't know. My entire career has been built around this. In this book, Intelligent Curiosity, my colleague...
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Publisher:
Gaurav Garg
Pub. Date:
2023
Language:
English
Description:
Welcome to the world of multitasking mastery, where you're about to embark on a transformative journey that will empower you to achieve more, accomplish your goals, and supercharge your productivity. In these fast-paced times, the ability to multitask effectively is not just a skill but a superpower, and this book is your guide to unlocking it.In the age of smartphones, constant connectivity, and ever-expanding to-do lists, mastering the art of multitasking...
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Publisher:
Post Hill Press
Pub. Date:
[2017]
Language:
English
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"Weekly, there are major threats, mass killings, terrorist attacks, and even weather-related disasters--the list goes on. And this increasingly dangerous world includes more violent and deadly threats that are specifically targeting everyday civilians ... [Via this safety bible], ... you can make educated predictions using the new key questions of who, why, where, when, and how from the attacker's point of view"--Amazon.com.
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Publisher:
Aitisal
Pub. Date:
2024
Language:
English
Description:
Are you ready to transform your stress into serenity and live a more fulfilling life? "Stress Less, Live More: Mastering the Art of Calm" is your essential guide to conquering stress and embracing tranquility. Main Points:Understand Stress: Dive deep into the causes, symptoms, and effects of stress on your body and mind. Learn how to identify stress triggers and manage them effectively.Practical Techniques: Discover powerful stress management techniques...
Publisher:
Walter Foster Publishing
Pub. Date:
[2016]
Language:
English
Description:
"A refreshing, accessible compendium of materials and techniques, The Everything Art Handbook is the perfect all-inclusive resource for beginning artists wanting to experiment and play with a variety of art mediums and techniques. The Everything Art Handbook is divided into sections focusing on different art mediums, such as drawing, pastel, watercolor, acrylic, oil, calligraphy, mixed media, color, composition, and more. Each section includes a basic...
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Publisher:
Paige Tate & Co
Pub. Date:
2017
Language:
English
Description:
"If you feel like your busy schedule is preventing you from becoming the next Monet or Van Gogh, let us introduce you to Alli. Alli has mastered the art of turning simple doodles into beautifully designed floral illustrations, and she is giving you her expertise in her book How To Draw Modern Florals. In this book, Alli will teach you everything you need to know about modern florals: tools of the trade, where to find inspiration, the anatomy of a...
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Publisher:
Hyperion
Pub. Date:
2021
Language:
English
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"Jeremy Heere is your average high school dork. Day after day, he stares at beautiful Christine, the girl he can never have, and dryly notes the small humiliations that come his way. Until the day he learns about the "squip." A pill-size supercomputer that you swallow, the squip is guaranteed to bring you whatever you most desire in life. By instructing him on everything from what to wear to how to talk and walk, the squip transforms Jeremy from geek...