| The Tibetan book of the dead : as popularly known in the West : known in Tibet as The great book of liberation through understanding in the between / composed by Padma Sambhava ; discovered by Karma Lingpa ; translated by Robert A.F. Thurman ; [new] introduction by Huston Smith. |
 The classic of Buddhist wisdom and religious thought, intended to prepare the soul for the trials and transformations of the afterworld. |
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| 99% perspiration : a new working history of the American way of life / Adam Chandler. |
 "An enlightening and entertaining interrogation of the myth of American self-reliance and the idea of hard work as destiny "Genius is one percent inspiration and ninety-nine percent perspiration." This phrase, arguably Thomas Edison's most famous quote, has been drilled into the minds of generations of Americans. A fairly straightforward iteration of the idea that innovation, discovery, and ingenuity are the result of drive and grit above all, it has also come to represent much darker myths: that hard work always leads to success and that achievement is the product of individuals and not communities. In this model, those who come out on top are there because they earned it, and everyone else needs to buckle down, glove up, and, maybe one day, they'll get there too. As the wealth gap widens, communities crumble, and Americans work more for less, Adam Chandler raises the question: What happens when perspiration isn't enough? To answer it, he crisscrosses the country interviewing mayors, teachers, generals, pastors, construction workers, and entrepreneurs, to reveal just how untenable relying on "perspiration" as a strategy has truly become. He also delves into America's past to reveal how our government, education system, and culture at large have woven the idea of meritocracy deep into the fabric of American society and how some of history's most famous so-called bootstrappers really built their wealth. From George Washington to Seattle, Washington, Jay Gatsby to Bill Gates, 99% Perspiration unpacks the misguided obsession with hard work that has come to define both the American dream and nightmare, offering insight into how we got here and hope for where we may go"-- Provided by publisher. |
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| People pleaser : breaking free from the burden of imaginary expectations / Jinger Duggar Vuolo, with Julie Lyles Carr. |
 Growing up, Jinger Duggar Vuolo followed the expectations of others, never taking the time to explore her own identity. She found herself growing increasingly anxious, indecisive, and fearful, often hiding from the possibility of meaningful relationships. It wasn't until she asked herself the question, 'Who am I?' that she realized she was a chronic people pleaser. As she began the journey to break free from the snare of people pleasing, Jinger Duggar Vuolo found her true identity and purpose in life through a relationship with Jesus and living in community with others. The fears and lies that create feelings of self-doubt can tempt you to "put on a show" to gain approval, instead of cultivating open and honest relationships without the pressure to measure up to others. |
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| The mourner's bestiary / Eiren Caffall. |
 "Author Eiren Caffall is the inheritor of a family legacy of two hundred years of genetic kidney disease and the mother of a child who may inherit that legacy. A literary memoir on loss, chronic illness, and generational healing, Caffall's The Mourner's Bestiary is also a meditation on grief and survival told through the stories of animals in two collapsing marine ecosystems--the Gulf of Maine and the Long Island Sound--and the lives of a family facing a life-threatening illness on their shores. The Gulf of Maine is the world's fastest-warming marine ecosystem, and the Long Island Sound has been the site of conservation battles that predict the fights ahead for the Gulf."-- Provided by publisher. |
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| In open contempt : confronting White supremacy in art and public space / Irvin Weathersby Jr. |
 "A stirring journey into the soul of a fractured America that confronts the enduring specter of white supremacy in our art, monuments, and public spaces"-- Provided by publisher. |
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| Hope : the autobiography / Jorge Mario Bergoglio, Pope Francis ; with Carlo Musso ; translated from the Italian by Richard Dixon. |
 "Hope is the first autobiography in history ever to be published by a Pope. Written over six years, this complete autobiography starts in the early years of the twentieth century, with Pope Francis's Italian roots and his ancestors' courageous migration to Latin America, continuing through his childhood, the enthusiasms and preoccupations of his youth, his vocation, adult life, and the whole of his papacy up to the present day"-- Provided by publisher. |
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| Superbloom : how technologies of connection tear us apart / Nicholas Carr. |
 "From the telegraph and telephone in the 1800s to the internet and social media in our own day, the public has welcomed new communication systems. Whenever people gain more power to share information, the assumption goes, society prospers. Superbloom tells a startlingly different story. As communication becomes more mechanized and efficient, it breeds confusion more than understanding, strife more than harmony. Media technologies all too often bring out the worst in us. A celebrated commentator on the human consequences of technology, Nicholas Carr reorients the conversation around modern communication, challenging some of our most cherished beliefs about self-expression, free speech, and media democratization. He reveals how messaging apps strip nuance from conversation, how "digital crowding" erodes empathy and triggers aggression, how online political debates narrow our minds and distort our perceptions, and how advances in AI are further blurring the already hazy line between fantasy and reality. Even as Carr shows how tech companies and their tools of connection have failed us, he forces us to confront inconvenient truths about our own nature. The human psyche, it turns out, is profoundly ill-suited to the "superbloom" of information that technology has unleashed. With rich psychological insights and vivid examples drawn from history and science, Superbloom provides both a panoramic view of how media shapes society and an intimate examination of the fate of the self in a time of radical dislocation. It may be too late to change the system, Carr counsels, but it's not too late to change ourselves" --Front sleeve. |
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| Defy : the power of no in a world that demands yes / Dr. Sunita Sah. |
 "How many times have you wanted to object, disagree, or opt out of something-but ended up swallowing your words, shaking your head, and just going along? Analyzing cases from corporate corruption to sexual abuse to everyday acquiescence at work, the doctor's office, and in our personal lives, award-winning organizational psychologist Dr. Sunita Sah delves deep into why the pressure to comply is a corrosive and often invisible force in our society. With her own revelatory research, she radically transforms our idea of defiance from a misunderstood negative trait into a crucial, positive force for personal and societal change. Taking us through her five stages of defiance, Dr. Sah equips readers with simple tools to make decisions that align with their values. Defy is the essential playbook for how to speak up and act when it matters most"-- Provided by publisher. |
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| Reset : how to change what's not working / Dan Heath. |
 Changing how we work can feel overwhelming, like trying to budge an enormous boulder. We're stifled by the gravity of the way we've always done things and we spend so much time fighting fires--and fighting colleagues--that we lack the energy to shift direction. But with the right strategy, we can move the boulder. In Reset, Heath explores a framework for getting unstuck and making the changes that matter. Heath's secret is to find "leverage points": places where a little bit of effort can yield a disproportionate return. Then, we can thoughtfully rearrange our resources to push on those points. Heath weaves together examples, ranging from a fast-food drive-thru to a trick from couples therapy to a campaign that saved a million cats. You'll learn why the feeling of progress can be your secret weapon in accelerating change; how leaders can uncover and stop wasteful activities; why your team's motivation is often squandered--and how to avoid that mistake; and how you can jumpstart your change efforts by beginning with a "burst." |
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| The Ozempic revolution : a doctor's proven plan for success to help you reverse obesity, end yo-yo dieting, and protect yourself from disease / Alexandra Sowa, MD. |
 "The first comprehensive user guide to GLP-1s (such as Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound) with an overview of how they work and possible side effects. Also including companion recipes, exercise guidance, and new habits to maintain lifelong health and keep weight off for good."-- From publisher marketing. |
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| What color is your parachute? job-hunter's workbook : a companion to the world's most popular and bestselling career handbook / Richard N. Bolles. |
 The perennial interactive companion to the world's most popular job-search book, updated for 2025, that helps you translate your personal interests into marketable job skills. |
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| To walk the north direction / C.L. Downing. |
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| Take six : six Portuguese women writers / edited by Margaret Jull Costa. |
 "Take Six is a celebration of six remarkable Portuguese women writers: Sohpia de Mello Breyner Andresen, Agustina Bessa-Luís, Maria Judite de Carvalho, Hélia Correia, Teolinda Gersão and Lídia Jorge. They are all past mistresses of the short story form, and their subject matter ranges from finding one's inner fox to a failed suicide attempt to a grandmother and grandson battling the wind on a beach. Stories and styles are all very different, but what the writers have in common is their ability to take everyday life and look at it afresh, so that even a trip on a ferry or an encounter with a stranger or a child's attempt to please her father become imbued with mystery and humour and sometimes tragedy. Relatively few women writers are translated into English, and this anthology is an attempt to rectify that imbalance and to introduce readers to some truly captivating tales from Portugal"--Back cover. |
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| The surrogacy blueprint : a comprehensive guide to parenthood through third-party reproduction / Diana Olmeda . |
 The Surrogacy Blueprint takes readers on a transformative journey through the intricate world of surrogacy and egg donation. This comprehensive guide illuminates the path to parenthood for those seeking alternative family-building options. From navigating legal complexities to understanding the emotional terrain, this book is your trusted companion. Whether you're an Intended Parent, Surrogate, or Egg Donor, this book offers invaluable insights, along with inspiring stories from those who have successfully completed their journeys. It empowers you to make informed choices and embark on your own life-changing surrogacy journey with confidence.-- from Amazon.com |
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| Fat loss habits / Ben Carpenter. |
 Good habits are powerful. They bring about change one step at a time, until it becomes second nature. But when it comes to fat loss, too often the focus is on bad habits. We're bombarded with articles and videos telling us why this food is bad, or this food is good, or this food is poison, and so forth. It makes the internet a hard place to navigate when looking for basic nutrition advice, and it's not surprising that so many of us feel confused about what to eat. Ben Carpenter is a fitness coach, research nerd and trusted source of no bullshit fat loss information who has spent his entire adult life working in the fitness industry, researching the real science behind fat loss and answering questions with simple, unbiased answers. Ben's point is this: The best weight loss diet doesn't exist. Despite peoples' attempts to persuade us, no weight loss diet is clearly superior. Not low carb, not keto, not low fat, not intermittent fasting. They all work for weight loss in the short term and tend to fizzle out in the long term. So, it's important to have other stronger, longer-lasting motivators that make us want to keep physically healthy. And the easiest way to do this is by introducing simple, effective habits. If you want lasting success, you don't need yet another short-term crash diet. So, what do you need? You need healthy behaviours that you can actually sustain over a longer period of time. So, let's shift the focus towards what really matters. This book is Fat Loss Habits. |
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| 100 weekends in Europe / [authors: Angelique Adagio [and 11 others]]. |
 Discover Vienna's vines, Umbria's hilltop towns or Oxford's literary legends with this collection of 100 itineraries for short trips in Europe. Whether you're seeking inspiration for city breaks, family escapes or outdoor adventures, this book has everything covered. Each weekend itinerary is carefully plotted and mapped. They feature the destination's top experiences, from enjoying art and sampling food to the best entertainment and activities, plus details of where to stay and how to get there. |
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| Android phones for seniors in easy steps / Nick Vandome. |
 "Android Phones for Seniors In Easy Steps, 4th edition covers versions up to Android13--the most widely used version of Android--but it can also be used for most other versions of Android too. Throughout the book you will learn how to: Get started with the Android interface and become confident using the Home screen and its features. Learn about how Android can be customized to your own exact requirements. Make the most out of the Android apps on your phone and discover how to add more with a couple of taps. Keep in touch with family and friends using the web, email, messaging, and social media so that you are never out of the loop. Use your Android phone to take great photos and videos, and then make them even better with the editing features on the phone. Keep entertained with music and videos using the apps on your Android phone. Learn how to use the range of search options so that you can always find things on your phone and online. In addition to the impressive range of standard features on Android phones, the book also covers the latest innovations in Android version 13, including: Customizing apps so that their color, theme, and language matches the rest of the appearance of your phone. A new stylish media player for playing all your favorite songs and videos. Taming notifications so that you are only notified about the things that are most important to you, and all the rest are muted. A range of new security features, so you can feel confident when using your Android phone. Using your Android phone with other compatible devices for maximum flexibility and productivity. Spatial audio, so you can get the best sound wherever you are in a room. Android phones are not only powerful communication devices, but they are also great fun to use, and help to open up a wealth of online and digital possibilities. With your phone and Android Phones for Seniors in easy steps, 4th edition next to you, you will have the exciting world of Android at your fingertips." -- Provided by publisher. |
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| Oregon's others : gender, civil liberties, and the surveillance state in the early twentieth century / Kimberly Jensen. |
 "In the era of the First World War and its aftermath, the quest to identify, restrict, and punish internal enemy "others," combined with eugenic thinking, severely curtailed civil liberties for many people in Oregon and the nation. In Oregon's Others, Kimberly Jensen analyzes the processes that shaped the growing surveillance state of the era and the compelling personal stories that tell its history. The exclusionary and invasive practices ranged from multiple wartime registrations for women and the registration of "enemy aliens" to the incarceration of women with sexually transmitted diseases, the use of deportations, and forced sterilization at the Oregon State Hospital and other institutions. But some Oregonians resisted the restrictions and challenges to their civil liberties. Their fierce determination to maintain their rights and freedoms fueled movements for human rights, social justice, and dissent that still reverberate today. Oregon's Others examines the collision of civil liberties and persecution through the lens of gender, gender identity and presentation, ability, race, ethnicity, and class"-- Provided by publisher. |
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| Making friends as an adult / by Rebecca Fae Greene, MSW, LMSW. |
 "'Making Friends as an Adult' helps you overcome the challenges of building friendships, forming new bonds, and meeting new people. First, you'll learn what your friendship needs are and decide what kind of friends you'd like to meet. Then you'll get concrete advice for building a new social circle, turning acquaintances into good friends, and letting go of friendships that just aren't working out. Single or married, parent or childfree, many people face these same challenges. This guide will show you that you aren't alone and will help you discover sustainable ways to overcome loneliness, keep friendships going despite occasional tension, and build your 'family of choice'"-- Provided by publisher. |
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| Instagram for business / by Eric Butow and Corey Walker. |
 Become an Instagram aficionado and grow your business online Instagram For Business For Dummies shows you how you can tap into the social media platform with over 1 billion active users and the highest brand engagement of any social app out there. Businesses of all sizes have discovered how successful they can be when they take advantage of Instagram's powerful business tools--including shoppable posts, devoted business profiles, and advanced analytics. This beginner-friendly book helps you take advantage of this great opportunity to connect with a broader audience, tell a gripping story, and make your business an integral part of customers' lives. This new edition covers all of Instagram's latest features, including verified accounts, Broadcast Channels, and integration with Threads. You'll also learn everything you need to know about establishing brand partnerships with influencers, making the most of hashtags, and creating content that will get you noticed. Presented in straightforward language by Instagram and marketing gurus, this book will take you from setting up your account and profile to winning new business on Instagram. Set up your Instagram business account and link your sales to the Instagram Shopping feature Use analytics to understand your engagement and create better content Learn how to effectively use Instagram Stories, Broadcast Channels, and Threads Reach more people with brand partnerships, hashtags, and viral posts Even if you're a complete Insta-beginner, Instagram For Business For Dummies will help you market your brand on this powerful social platform. |
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| Portugal / this edition updated by contributor Joana Taborda. |
 "Whether you are looking for world--renowned beaches, serene hilltop villages, verdant islands or captivating cities--Portugal has it all! This DK Eyewitness travel guide will take you through everything you need to see and do in this gorgeous country"-- Provided by publisher. |
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| The pregnancy encyclopedia : all your questions answered / editor-in-chief Dr. Chandrima Biswas, consultant obstetrician. |
 A comprehensive pregnancy guide for expecting mothers and their partners offers advice from top experts in the field who cover more than three hundred topics of interest, including fertility, birth, nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle changes. |
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| Patterns of Portugal : a journey through colors, history, tiles, & architecture / Christine Chitnis. |
 "A vibrant tour of Portugal, featuring more than 200 photographs that bring to life one of the most beautiful countries in the world"-- Provided by publisher. |
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| My Lisbon : a cookbook from Portugal's city of light / Nuno Mendes. |
 "Sharing recipes inspired by the dishes that he grew up eating, Mendes takes you to his beloved Lisbon, revealing the secrets for re-creating the city's most vibrant dishes"-- Provided by publisher. |
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| Portugal : the cookbook / Leandro Carreira. |
 Celebrate Portugal's vibrant, globally-influenced - and influential - food culture via more than 550 classic and contemporary recipes. With its diverse cuisine and intriguing culinary history, Portugal is a top travel destination for food lovers worldwide. Portugal: The Cookbook gathers together dishes from every region of the country, including fish and shellfish dishes from the Algarve coast, hearty stews from the Douro Valley, and the famous and beloved pastries of Lisbon. Acclaimed chef Leandro Carreira has researched more than 550 traditional recipes for home cooks that encapsulate the breadth and diversity of the food of Portugal, a country whose immense culinary influence has spread far beyond its borders. |
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| The Oseberg ship : reconstruction of form and function / Vibeke Bischoff ; with a contribution by Jan Bill. |
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| Creating Reading Rainbow : the untold story of a beloved children's series / Barbara Irwin, Tony Buttino Sr., and Pam Johnson. |
 "Brimming with behind-the-scenes stories, never-before-seen photographs, Tony Buttino's own first-person tales, and original interviews with those who worked on the series' development -- from local educators and librarians to the national production team -- Creating Reading Rainbow gives readers an inside look the foundational work, origin, and history of the beloved television show that still inspires readers today"-- Provided by publisher. |
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| The threshold of dissent : a history of American Jewish critics of Zionism / Marjorie N. Feld. |
 "The Threshold of Dissent: A History of American Jewish Critics of Zionism reveals the deep - and deeply contested - century-long history of anti-Zionist and non-Zionist American Jews who drew on the intellectual currents of the Reform movement, the Yiddish left, anti-colonialism and Jewish feminism to voice profound concerns over mainstream Jewish leaders' insistence on unqualified support for Jewish nationalism, Zionism and Israel"-- Provided by publisher. |
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| Talk : the science of conversation and the art of being ourselves / Alison Wood Brooks. |
 "A groundbreaking book that reveals the hidden architecture of our conversations and how even small improvements can have a profound impact on our relationships in work and life-from a celebrated Harvard Business School professor and leading expert on the psychology of conversation"-- Provided by publisher. |
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| Invisible strings : 113 poets respond to the songs of Taylor Swift / edited by Kristie Frederick Daugherty. |
 "An anthology of brand-new poems inspired by Taylor Swift songs, from a powerhouse group of contemporary poets, including Kate Baer, Maggie Smith, and Joy Harjo"-- Provided by publisher. |
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| Math for English majors : a human take on the universal language / Ben Orlin. |
 "This helpful, humorous handbook for the mathematically challenged uses author Ben Orlin's empathy, humor, and "bad drawings" to unravel the secrets behind the world's most confounding language"-- Provided by publisher. |
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| The owl handbook : investigating the lives, habits, and importance of these enigmatic birds / John Shewey. |
 "Charismatic, intriguing, and misunderstood: The Owl Handbook provides a beautifully photographed, thoughtfully researched, and accessible guide to these complex, captivating creatures. Spot an owl that's long been watching your every move and darker aspects of its reputation may spring to mind: harbinger of doom, guides through the spirit world, merciless bird of prey. Mythology and superstitions have projected our fear of the unknown onto these mostly night-dwelling creatures. But these wondrous birds are so much more than shadows or silent glides through the night. In The Owl Handbook, lifelong birding enthusiast John Shewey leads us through an exploration of owls' cultural impact as seen in folklore and mythology, provides in-depth investigations of 19 owls of North America and a survey of 200 owls across the globe, and gives advice on how to respectfully observe and protect these enigmatic birds, brought to life by hundreds of full-color photographs."--Publisher. |
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| I love romcoms & I am a feminist : a manifesto in 100 romcoms / Corrina Antrobus ; illustrated by [Lily O'Farrell, founder of] Vulga Drawings. |
 "In this fearlessly feminist guide, film critic Corrina Antrobus celebrates the empowering nature of romcoms. Could this film genre be the most feminist of all?" -- back cover. |
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| She blooms : finding home after the convent : a memoir / Maura Doherty. |
 "This is a memoir about leaving family and old beliefs behind while finding new ways to grow and contribute to society. It will resonate with anyone curious about convent life or who struggles with a crisis of faith or faces major life decisions. It will appeal to anyone whose stress levels threatens to undermine their health. Maura's story heralds the saving grace of friendship, love, and the pivotal role mentors play in helping us build a meaningful life. Her story is a testament to the belief that it is never too late to "bloom""-- Provided by publisher. |
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| The expectant father : the ultimate guide for dads-to-be / Armin A. Brott and Jennifer Ash Rudick. |
 "The Expectant Father is the best-selling pregnancy guide for men, trusted by millions of dads-to-be and their partners. This reassuring month-by-month overview gives you the facts and advice you need to understand your baby's development, support your partner, and prepare for the joys and challenges of fatherhood. It concludes with two special sections: one on labor and delivery, and the other covering the first few months after your baby's arrival. The fifth edition of this New York Times best seller is updated from cover to cover with the latest information about fertility, prenatal care, and delivery; work-life balance (including the lessons learned from COVID-19); financial planning; and much more. It incorporates the expertise of leading OB-GYNs and researchers, and the real-life experiences of hundreds of dads and moms. Illustrated throughout with stress-relieving cartoons, The Expectant Father is a friendly, readable, and inclusive companion for all dads-to-be. (Moms will love it, too!)"--Publisher's website. |
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| Growth : a history and a reckoning / Daniel Susskind. |
 "Over the past two centuries, economic growth has freed billions from the struggle for subsistence and made our lives far healthier and longer. Yet prosperity has come at a price: environmental destruction, desolation of local cultures, the rise of vast inequalities and destabilizing technologies. Faced with such damage, many now claim that the only way forward is through 'degrowth,' deliberately shrinking our economic footprint. But to abandon humanity's progress would be folly. Instead, Daniel Susskind argues, we must keep growth but redirect it, making it better reflect what we truly value. In a sweeping analysis full of historical insight, Susskind shows how policymaking came to revolve around a single-minded quest for greater GDP. This is a surprisingly recent development: economic growth was barely discussed until the second half of the twentieth century. And our understanding of what drives it is more recent still. Only lately have we come to see how humankind emerged from its millennia of stagnation: through the sustained discovery of powerful and productive new ideas. This insight undermines the mantra that 'we cannot have infinite growth on a finite planet,' for the world of ideas in infinitely vast. Yet growth's critics are right to insist that we can no longer focus on its upsides alone. We must confront the tradeoffs, Susskind contents: sometimes, societies will have to deliberately pursue less growth for the sake of other goals. These will be moral decisions, not simply economic ones, demanding the engagement not just of politicians and experts but of all citizens."-- Jacket flap. |
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| It takes chutzpah : how to fight fearlessly for progressive change / Senator Ron Wyden. |
 It Takes Chutzpah is an inspirational call to action by a senior U.S. politician, describing how Americans of all age groups, persuasions, and occupations can defy convention, chart new pathways for their communities, schools, at work and in life. US Senator Ron Wyden is widely praised for coming up with sensible-sounding ideas no one else had thought of and making the counter-intuitive political alliances that prove helpful in passing bills. In It Takes Chutzpah, he offers a progressive leader's manifesto for being a courageous warrior during turbulent times. -- provided by publisher. |
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| Keep going : 10 ways to stay creative in good times and bad / Austin Kleon. |
 In his previous books Steal Like an Artist and Show Your Work!, both New York Times bestsellers, Austin Kleon gave readers the keys to unlock their creativity and showed them how to become known. Now he offers his most inspiring work yet, with ten simple rules for how to stay creative, focused, and true to yourself--for life. The creative life is not a linear journey to a finish line, it's a loop--so find a daily routine, because today is the only day that matters. Disconnect from the world to connect with yourself--sometimes you just have to switch into airplane mode. Keep Going celebrates getting outdoors and taking a walk (as director Ingmar Bergman told his daughter, "The demons hate fresh air"). Pay attention, and especially pay attention to what you pay attention to. Worry less about getting things done, and more about the worth of what you're doing. Instead of focusing on making your mark, work to leave things better than you found them. Keep Going and its timeless, practical, and ethical principles are for anyone trying to sustain a meaningful and productive life. |
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| Google Workspace / by Paul McFedries. |
 "Google Workspace For Dummies is here to show you the tips and tricks for upping your productivity with Google's cloud-based software suite. This book includes jargon-free instructions on using Gmail, Calendar, Docs, Sheets, Drive, Chat, and Meet. You'll learn about the AI features, updated security, compatibility with other apps, picture-in-picture capability for video meetings, and beyond. Plus, you'll get info on Google's Forms and Notes feature that makes it simple to gather and share data and stay up-to-date with your team. It's easier than ever to collaborate securely in the cloud, thanks to this Dummies book"-- Provided by publisher. |
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| Hong Kong / Orlando Crowcroft, Angela Hui, Thomas O'Malley. |
 Lonely Planet's Hong Kong is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the city has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Sample dim sum in the night market and cruise on the legendary Star Ferry; all with your trusted travel companion. |
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| Fodor's essential Switzerland / writers, Kelly DiNardo, Liz Humphreys, Marlise Kast-Myers, Emily Rose Mawson, Alexis Munier, Chantal Panozzo. |
 "Switzerland, Europe's mountain playground, is a classic tourist draw. Fodor's Switzerland is the perfect guide for travelers seeking to ascend the slopes of the Alps and feel on top of the world. When they come down from the mountains, they find thriving, cosmopolitan cities steeped in history and culture. This travel guide includes: Dozens of full-color maps, hundreds of hotel and restaurant recommendations, with Fodor's Choice designating our top picks, multiple itineraries to explore the top attractions and what's off the beaten path"-- Provided by publisher. |
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| Middle East / Mark Elliott [and fifteen others]. |
 Lonely Planet's Middle East is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the region has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Wonder at the enchanting Petra, visit Ancient Egyptian sites and explore the ruins of Persepolis; all with your trusted travel companion. |
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| New England / Regis St. Louis [and 4 others]. |
 Lonely Planet's New England is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the region has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Marvel at the beauty of the 5000-mile coastline, explore the region's rich history in Boston and sample the best local cuisine; all with your trusted travel companion. |
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| Africa / Mazuba Kapambwe [and ten others]. |
 Lonely Planet's Africa is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the continent has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Visit wineries on the cape, swim the turquoise waters of Mozambique and view the pyramids of Giza; all with your trusted travel companion. |
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| Korea / Simon Richmond, Ann Babe, Marco Ferrarese, Kwon Meeyoo. |
 Lonely Planet's Korea is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Marvel at the volcanic landscape of Jeju-do, wonder at the exquisite Changdeokgung palace, and get dirty at the Boryeong Mud Festival; all with your trusted travel companion. |
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| Fodor's essential Costa Rica / writers: Marlise Kast-Myers, Sarah Siyufy, Jeffrey Van Fleet, Rachel White. |
 "Whether you want to surf in Manuel Antonio, zip-line through the Monteverde Cloud Forest, or hike around Arenal Volcano, the local Fodor's travel experts in Costa Rica are here to help! Fodor's Essential Costa Rica guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time"-- Provided by publisher. |
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| How to change your body : the science of interoception & healing through connection to yourself & others / Saga Briggs ; foreword by Julie Holland. |
 "How to Change Your Body explores this provocative question through a rigorous yet playful collection of interviews with scientists, somatic workers, and artists from around the world to uncover the social-emotional aspects of so-called mental illnesses. Saga Briggs is our compassionate guide, pairing peer-reviewed research with moving personal vignettes about her journey away from alcohol dependence to draw a profound link between bodily awareness, social connection, and mental well-being. Interoception, regarded by some as our eighth sense, is fundamental to human health and, Briggs argues, lies at the heart of many techniques shown to improve our relationships to ourselves and others, including psychedelic-assisted therapy, synchronous movement, and energy work. Whether you are facing a mental health diagnosis or simply yearn for a deeper connection to yourself and your community, How to Change Your Body offers a potent antidote to alienation. Through remembering our bodies in all of their intricacy, we can increase our capacity for presence, reconnect with others, and begin to heal."--Back cover |
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| Project Turnkey 2020-2023 : report to the Oregon Legislature / Oregon Community Foundation. |
| Project Turnkey is an unprecedented investment in our shared future: a swift, smart, statewide response to the crises of 2020 that has turned underused or vacant real estate into safe shelter and a fresh start for thousands of unhoused Oregonians. |
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| Crossroads & connections : tracking Oregon's progress 2024 / Oregon Community Foundation. |
| Oregon is at a crossroads. Communities across the state continue to grapple with social and economic strains while they also find opportunities to make progress on key measurements. The 2024 Tracking Oregon's Progress Report from Oregon Community Foundation provides data and analysis in seven focus areas that define what makes a thriving and healthy community. The 2024 Tracking Oregon's Progress report suggests that many systems and structures that shape the critical conditions for well-being are struggling and not working for Oregonians consistently. The cost of Oregonians' daily lives is increasing faster than their incomes and other sources of wealth. For example, the cost of childcare in Oregon takes up nearly a quarter of household income, on average, which rivals housing and college expenses. More than half of Oregonians reported feeling left behind economically. The report adds that the social divides facing Oregon communities leave residents feeling disconnected and socially isolated. Yet, the report also points to promising opportunities that can have positive impacts on community well-being. For example, investing in early childhood education produces an array of benefits that stretch well into adulthood. The report also points to investments in specific pressure points can have a big impact, including building workforce and affordable housing and alleviating the cost of higher education. |
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| Mayo Clinic guide to better sleep : find relief from insomnia, sleep apnea and other sleep disorders / writer, Peter Kendall ; medical editors, Timothy I. Morgenthaler, M.D., Bhanu Prakash Kolla, M.B.B.S., M. D. |
 "If there's one thing a century or more of sleep science has established, it's that sleep deserves to be a priority. It's not. We hear much about the importance of exercise to our long-term well-being, and how diet and health are inextricably linked. Sleep, however, is typically an afterthought. Complicating the matter, people commonly mistake how much sleep they get for how much they need. As many as 70 million U.S. adults are being deprived of the restful sleep their bodies require for good health and optimal performance. Either they aren't getting enough sleep each night or their sleep is disruptive and of poor quality. It's a momentous problem, labeled as a "public health epidemic" by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Sleep deprivation can have a negative effect on practically every system and organ in our bodies, paving the way for innumerable health problems. In this book, Mayo Clinic sleep specialists discuss why so many people today are struggling to get the sleep they desperately need. They also review several sleep disorders, including the most common culprits to a good night's sleep, insomnia and sleep apnea. The most important message in the book, however, is that with the right approach, most sleep problems can be successfully treated, and prevented. Mayo Clinic Guide to Better Sleep is packed with guidance and helpful tips on effectively treating common sleep disorders, as well as basic strategies to improve sleep quality. The book also includes personal stories from individuals who have successfully learned to manage their sleep problems and are again enjoying a good night's rest"-- Provided by publisher. |
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| Bilingual visual dictionary. Japanese-English. |
 Learn more than 6,750 Japanese words and phrases for objects and scenes from everyday life, accompanied by full-color illustrations. An audio app is available from the Google Play store and Apple App Store to aid with pronunciation. |
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| Bilingual visual dictionary. Arabic-English. |
 Learn more than 6,750 Arabic words and phrases for any situation, from home and office to dining out. Labeled drawings provide a wide range of everyday terms from the telephone to human anatomy in English and Arabic. |
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| Bilingual visual dictionary. Mandarin Chinese-English. |
 Learn more than 6,750 Mandarin Chinese words and phrases for everyday life, accompanied by full-color illustrations. Free audio app to aid with pronunciation is available via the Google Play store and Apple App Store. |
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| Ukrainian English bilingual visual dictionary = ukrayins'ko-anhliys'kyy ilyustrovanyy dvomovnyy slovnyk. |
 Over 6,750 illustrated words and phrases in Ukrainian and English, presented in structured sections around various themes. You will learn all the words and phrases you need to buy food and clothes, talk about work and education, visit the doctor, go to the bank, use public transport, and more. Also includes a free bilingual audio app. |
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| The new father : a dad's guide to the first year / Armin A. Brott. |
 "This indispensable handbook, from the author of the million-selling Expectant Father, provides a reassuring month-by-month overview of your baby's first year. It covers the milestones in your child's development; ways you can bond with your child and support your partner; and what's going on with you, as a new dad. The fourth edition of The New Father features a user-friendly new design and is updated from cover to cover with the latest information about healthcare, financial planning, parental leave and work-life balance, and much more. It incorporates the expertise of leading pediatricians and researchers, and the real-life experiences of hundreds of dads and moms. Illustrated with stress-relieving cartoons, The New Father is a friendly, readable, and inclusive companion for all new dads. (Moms will love it, too!)"-- Provided by publisher. |
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| Provoked : how Washington started the new cold war with Russia and the catastrophe in Ukraine / Scott Horton. |
 "Over and over, U.S. government officials and their mainstream media allies called Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine an "unprovoked attack." The slogan became so overused that people began to ask the obvious question: Why do they protest so much? In Provoked: How Washington Started the New Cold War with Russia and the Catastrophe in Ukraine, Scott Horton explains how since the end of the last Cold War and the fall of the Soviet Union, successive U.S. administrations pressed their advantage against the new Russian Federation to the point that it finally blew up into a full-scale war between Russia and Ukraine. From NATO expansion into Eastern Europe, to "shock therapy" economic policy, the Balkan and Chechen wars, color-coded revolutions, new missile defense systems, assassinations, Russiagate and ultimately the brutal conflict in Ukraine, Provoked shows what really happened and why it did not have to be this way"--Publisher's description. |
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| Cold kitchen : a year of culinary journeys / Caroline Eden. |
 "'With its union of practicality and magic, a kitchen is a portal offering extended range and providing unlikely paths out of the ordinary. Offering opportunities to cook, imagine and create ways back into other times, other lives and other territories. Central Asia, Turkey, Ukraine, the South Caucasus, Russia, the Baltics and Poland. Places that have eased into my marrow over the years shaping my life, writing and thinking. They are here, these lands I return to, in this kitchen.' A welcoming refuge with its tempting pantry, shelves of books and inquisitive dog, Caroline Eden finds comfort away from the road in her basement Edinburgh kitchen. Join her as she cooks recipes from her travels, reflects on past adventures and contemplates the kitchen's unique ability to tell human stories. This is a hauntingly honest, and at times heartbreaking, memoir with the smell, taste and preparation of food at its heart. From late night baking as a route back to Ukraine to capturing the beauty of Uzbek porcelain, and from the troublesome nature of food and art in Poland to the magic of cloudberries, Cold Kitchen celebrates the importance of curiosity and of feeling at home in the world"--Provided by publisher. |
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| You'll never believe me : a life of lies, second tries, and things I should only tell my therapist / Kari Ferrell. |
 "Adopted at a young age by a Mormon family in Utah, Kari struggled with questions of self-worth and identity as one of the few Asian Americans in her insulated community, leading her to run with the 'bad crowd' in an effort to fit in. Soon, stealing from superstores turned into picking up men (and picking their pockets), and before she knew it, Kari had graduated from petty theft to Utah's most wanted list. Though Kari was able to escape the Southwest, she couldn't outrun her new moniker: the Hipster Grifter. New York City's indie sleaze scene had found its newest celebrity--just as Kari found herself in a heap of trouble. Jail time, riots, bad checks, and an explosion of internet infamy and fetishization put her name in the spotlight. Beyond the gossip and Gawker posts, there's a side to Kari the media never saw--until now"--Inside jacket flap. |
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| Nora Ephron at the movies : a visual celebration of the writer and director behind When Harry met Sally, You've got mail, Sleepless in Seattle, and more / Ilana Kaplan. |
 Nora Ephron at the Movies offers an unfiltered look at Ephron as a champion of the rom-com and as a feminist Hollywood trailblazer. It explores her life and work by pairing detailed criticism with exclusive interviews with Ephron's key collaborators, including Andie MacDowell and Jenn Kaytin Robinson, to add color and nuance to her life and legacy. The women in her stories paralleled reality--the veil was lifted, the glossy sheen removed. Her protagonists share an unwavering sense of humor about life's mishaps, and they never take themselves too seriously--like Julie trying to master the art of cooking lobsters in Julie & Julia, Sally's theatrical fake orgasm in Katz's deli in When Harry Met Sally, or Rachel perfecting a key lime pie only to throw it in her cheating husband's face in Heartburn. Through her keenly self-aware humor and semi-autobiographical stories, Ephron left behind a groundbreaking legacy as a beloved journalist, essayist, screenwriter, author, producer, director, and feminist who delivered stories of resilience embedded in sharp wit and upper-crust landscapes. Through that lens, she became emblematic of rom-coms, shifting and redefining conversations around the complexities of relationships and the women who have them. Publisher description. |
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| Living life to the fullest : ...after age 70! / Judy Fleagle. |
 "The top 50 humorous, heartwarming, outrageous, and sometimes serious blog posts from the author of Crossings: McCullough's Coastal Bridges & The Oregon Coast Guide to the Unexpected!!!"-- Front cover. |
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| Sinclair & Soderlund's Life & times along the Corvallis to the Sea Trail : a narrative guide. |
| An introduction to the approximately 60-mile C2C Trail connecting Oregon's Willamette Valley to Ona Beach on the central Oregon coast. Six detailed sections explore the history, geology, and wildlife, along with trail conditions and permit requirements for using the trail, which includes both private and public land holdings. |
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| A world of wildlife / contributors Jamie Ambrose [and nine others]. |
 "This breathtaking book takes you inside the world's most important and beautiful animal habitats. From the depths of the Costa Rican rainforest to the lush wetland of the Okavango Delta, discover the diversity of our natural world and the secret lives of the creatures that live there." --Back cover. |
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| Transformation & healing : the sutra on the four establishments of mindfulness / Thich Nhat Hanh ; [translated from the Vietnamese by Annabel Laity]. |
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| The punk-rock Queen of the Jews: a memoir / Rossi. |
 "The Punk-Rock Queen of the Jews is filled with wonderfully rich characters, hilarious dialogue, and keen portraits of the secretive hothouse Orthodox world and the struggling New York City of the 1980s: dirty, on the edge, but fully vital and embracing."--Back cover. |
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| Scattered minds : the origins and healing of attention deficit disorder / Gabor Maté, M.D. |
 "From renowned mental health expert and speaker Dr. Gabor Maté, Scattered Minds explodes the myth of attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD) as genetically based--and offers real hope and advice for children and adults who live with the condition." -- Amazon.com |
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| Zoya's gift : a memoir : building a bridge to a global family / Gail McCormick. |
 "Still recovering from the heartbreak of infertility, memoirist Gail McCormick and her husband volunteer to host two Children of Chernobyl for a summer reprieve from radiation exposure. Fate pairs the Seattle couple with eight-year-old Ukrainian twin sisters from Belarus—and rekindles Gail’s childhood dream to build a bridge of peace between the US and the former Soviet Union. Over four summers of mayhem and magic with the twins, a deep relationship takes root. When the girls age out of the program that brought them to Seattle, Gail confronts her Cold War fears and travels with her husband to reunite with them in Ukraine and Belarus. On this soul-making trip to a land of unspeakable loss, she celebrates life in the homes of an accordion-playing Chernobyl hero and a barefooted babushka who distills her own vodka, and—behind the remnants of the Iron Curtain—finds her place as an honorary mother and babushka in a four-generation family of former Soviets. Poignant and culturally rich, her narrative transports readers to storied cities, villages, and dachas from Kyiv to Minsk. Written with reverence, insight, humor, and hope, Zoya’s Gift illuminates the complexities, joys, and importance of reaching across political, class, and cultural divides" -- From Publisher's web site. |
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| How to draw fantasy art and RPG maps : step-by step cartography for gamers and fans / Jared Blando. |
 "Orcs prepare for battle against high Elves, Dwarves retreat to the mountains and men march to the sea to reclaim crumbling fortresses. Fortunes are decided. Kingdoms are lost. Entire worlds are created. This book will teach you to bring your fictional realm to life with simple step-by-step instructions on how to draw authentic fantasy maps. Set the stage for adventure by illustrating domains, castles and battle lines, mountains, forests and sea monsters! Learn to create completely unique and fully functional RPG maps time and time again on which your world can unfold"-- Source other than Library of Congress. |
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| Lincoln vs. Davis : the war of the presidents / Nigel Hamilton. |
 "From the New York Times bestselling presidential biographer comes the greatest untold story of the Civil War: how two American presidents faced off as the fate of the nation hung in the balance--and how Abraham Lincoln came to embrace emancipation as the last, best chance to save the Union"-- Provided by the publisher. |
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| Stranger than fiction : lives of the twentieth-century novel / Edwin Frank. |
 "A notable editor's survey of the defining novels of the twentieth century"-- Provided by publisher. |
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| Essential crochet. Starter stitches : portable stitch companion : solids, shells & fans, openwork & lace, and simple edgings / Melissa Leapman. |
 Adapted from Melissa Leapman's Indispensable Stitch Collection for Crocheters, this beautiful, comprehensive, and easy-to-tote stitch pattern companion is a must-have for your crochet project bag!-- Publisher description. |
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| Manga / by Kensuke Okabayashi. |
 Manga For Dummies teaches you the basics of drawing in the manga style. This step-by-step guide shows you how to apply the basic rules of manga figure drawing, whether you're a complete beginner or a professional artist. You'll learn how to create manga characters, from rough sketch through final rendering. Simple drawing exercises help you build and develop your skills. Plus, you can add interest and depth to your drawings with ideas and techniques from a manga pro. This book also covers how to create scripts and storyboards, so you can tell a great manga story from start to finish. |
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| A nature poem for every night of the year / edited by Jane McMorland Hunter. |
 "A calming collection of nature poems to help you relax and unwind at the end of every day. This collection of 365 poems accompanies your journey through the seasons, from Emily Brontë on bluebells in spring and Edward Thomas's evocative 'Adlestrop' in summer to the experience of golden autumn with Hartley Coleridge and William Blake's 'To winter.' The words of famous poets mingle with lesser-known voices to celebrate our rich landscape. Beautifully illustrated, this book deserves a place on your bedside table for years to come"--Back cover. |
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| Sweet tooth : 100 desserts to save room for / Sarah Fennel ; recipes co-written by Sofi Llanso ; food photographs by Sarah Fennel ; lifestyle photographs by Bettina Bogar ; illustrations by Meghan Kreger. |
 "Stunning, delicious, minimal effort: Meet your new favorite go-to baking book for all things sweet and nostalgic by social media star and viral baker Sarah Fennel of Broma Bakery. When Sarah Fennel launched her website Broma Bakery in 2010, little did she know that 10 years later her brown butter chocolate chip cookie recipe would have more than 2.5 million views across social media! Fans flock to her blog and feeds for easy and ultra-bakeable recipes like Sugar Cookie Bars, Cinnamon Bun Cake, and Hot Chocolate Cookies that spin nostalgic trends and favorites into totally updated and beyond delicious treats. In her first cookbook, she divides 100 recipes for easy bakes into chapters like Elevated Nostalgia (Peanut Butter + Jelly Swirled Blondies), Inventive Sweets (Espresso Martini Cake), Brunch Bakes (Raspberry Croissant Bread Pudding), Almost Too Pretty (Salted Caramel Pot de Cremes), and Holiday Baking (Coconut Cake Snowballs). Her fans also love single-serve sweets, so in Sweet Tooth, they get a whole chapter of them-like Molten Lava Cakes for Two and Small-Batch Blueberry Muffins. Tips and key intel abound, including a baker's pantry (ofc!), a whole section devoted to never overbaking again, storage strategies, and pan prep. Useful, playful, and with often-times 'I can't believe it was so easy!' instructions, these recipes suit beginners, pros, and anyone who has a sweet tooth"-- Provided by publisher. |
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| Radical endurance : growing old in an age of longevity / Andrea Gilats. |
 "Enlightening and deeply moving, alive to the sadness and joy of time passing, Radical Endurance is a guide and a companion through the experience of growing old. Andrea Gilats explores her fears of failing health and loss of independence while navigating the terrain of an ageist culture. She also finds fresh and unexpected ways of understanding herself, offering readers an unconventional coming-of-age story to celebrate a new stage of life"-- Provided by publisher. |
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| The disengaged teen : helping kids learn better, feel better, and live better / Jenny Anderson and Rebecca Winthrop. |
 Adolescents are hardwired to explore and grow, but many are disengaged from school and learning. Simultaneously bored and overwhelmed, this apathy is feeding an alarming teen mental health crisis. As teenagers become more independent, parents may feel powerless to help. Journalist Jenny Anderson and education expert Rebecca Winthrop combine original research with stories of kids who transformed their relationship with learning to create a tool kit for supporting your kid's academic and emotional growth and success. |
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