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Brought to you by Penguin. The enthralling story from military memorabilia and medal specialist Mark Smith, about his father's war and the stories that fostered Mark's enduring fascination Sunday evenings wouldn't be the same without Mark Smith on Antiques Roadshow. Seeing beyond the military...

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by gardening advice, unsure what to buy or where to start? This practical, beginner-focused guide takes you from zero experience to confident gardening using a simple, proven system. You haven’t failed at gardening—you just haven’t had the right guide. This book teaches you how to grow vegetables, herbs, flowers, and mushrooms together in one easy, integrated approach designed for small spaces and raised beds.

This book gives you a clear, repeatable roadmap—from your first successful pour to clean-burning, high-end candles, herbal pillars, and wax melts you can confidently gift or sell.

Create a better life by creating better design. Did you know that. . . . . . the arrangement of your living room could improve your relationship with your partner? . . . the layout of your child’s classroom affects their grades and test scores? . . . the design of your hospital room influences...

Nothing is as thrilling as finding cool (and often valuable) stuff right under your feet. So grab this guide and get ready to dig up more and more finds. Packed with helpful information on making your search successful and exciting, The Metal Detecting Bible serves up step-by-step instructions, illustrations, and useful photos that can turn you into a professional treasure hunter.

"Marian powerfully shares her passion and heart in a way that ensures you can breath life into your garden ecosystem, with clear explanations and so many practical tools and takeaways." – Nicole Masters, author of For the Love of Soil and director of Integrity Soils "I found myself crying...

Un completo manual de horticultura con el que aprenderás todo lo necesario para cultivar tus propios alimentos de manera autosuficiente y ecológica sea cual sea el espacio con el que cuentes o la experiencia que tengas.

There are nearly 1,400 known varieties of wine grapes in the world—from altesse to zierfandler—but 80 percent of the wine we drink is made from only 20 grapes. In Godforsaken Grapes, award-winning travel writer Jason Wilson looks at how that came to be and embarks on a journey to discover what we miss.

Read by the author. Enjoy the freedom, purpose, and joy you crave when you learn this amazing secret: Simple, achievable, tiny tweaks equal big change and a happy life. Do you long for more balance in your day, more quality time with your family, and a stronger sense of purpose and priority in...

Christian Doumergue vous propose une sélection de 75 histoires de chats magiques, extraordinaires et diaboliques repérées dans toutes les régions françaises. Aucune de ces tranches de vies ne vous laissera indifférent. Les chats nous fascinent depuis des siècles. On leur prête des pouvoirs extraordinaires. Capacités surnaturelles, don de prémonition, superstitions tenaces, sans oublier leurs fameuses sept vies.

From the baneful bog to the garden gate, plant lover and lover of the bizarre Varla Ventura brings together forgotten lore of plants for the ultimate romp through a botanical wonderland, including excerpts from fairy tales and a lively discussion of each plant's legendary magical and medicinal properties. Don't forget your scissors.

In a world where extreme weather events are increasingly unpredictable, being ready for natural disasters is a necessity for every homeowner. The Flood Prevention Handbook is a comprehensive guide that covers each phase of flood safety, so that you can know exactly how to prepare yourself for every stage of the storm. Using step-by-step instructions and expert tips, you'll have the resources to act quickly and effectively to protect what matters most.

電気・ガス・水道は契約なし！テレビで話題の自給自足ファミリーの妻・田村ゆにさん初の単著。都会から青森の田舎に移住し、0円生活で手に入れた“無限の幸せ”とは。

If you’ve ever dreamed of combining creativity, craftsmanship, and the calming power of water, then HowExpert Guide to Underwater Basket Weaving: The Ultimate Handbook for Aquatic Basketry, Submerged Weaving, and Deep Water Basketry is your gateway to mastering this unique art form. This step-by-step guide takes you on an inspiring journey through the unique craft of underwater basket weaving, blending relaxation, mindfulness, and creativity with the added challenge of working beneath the surface — a practice unlike any other.

Dive into the world of medicinal seaweeds with this complete guide to the distinctive flavors and healing properties of these important marine plants. Author Tasha Greenwood combines their expertise in marine biology and clinical herbalism in this richly layered and fascinating reference, which...

From the enslaved potters of Old Edgefield, South Carolina, to Ann Lowe, the couture dressmaker who made Jacqueline Kennedy's wedding dress, to Gullah Geechee sweetgrass basket makers, to the celebrated quilters of Gee's Bend, A Short History of Black Craft in Ten Objects illuminates the work of generations of Black craftspeople, foregrounding their enduring contributions to American craft.

Are you ready to master the knowledge and skills needed to pass the Refrigeration License Exam and become a certified professional technician? Whether you’re an aspiring refrigeration technician, HVAC professional, or advancing your career, this comprehensive study guide is your complete resource for exam success. It delivers clear explanations, practical insights, and real-world applications that go beyond basic exam prep. Inside, you’ll find step-by-step guidance on core refrigeration principles, including heat transfer, pressure and temperature relationships, and the refrigeration cycle.

From Scratch looks at 10 favorite meals, including roast chicken, the perfect omelet, and paella, then explores myriad alternative pathways that the kitchen invites. A delicious lasagna can be ready in about an hour, or you could turn it into a project: Try making and adding some homemade sausage. Explore the limits of from-scratch cooking: Make your own pasta, grow your own tomatoes, and make your own homemade mozzarella and ricotta. Ruhlman tells you how.

Do you dream of safeguarding your loved ones from unexpected challenges while creating a self-sufficient, sustainable lifestyle? Are you searching for a step-by-step resource to guide you through every aspect of going off the grid, even if you’re starting from scratch? If you answered “yes,” this book is your path to independence, security, and peace of mind.

Do you dream of creating beautiful crafts, personalized gifts, professional stickers, layered vinyl art, custom apparel, and jaw-dropping home décor—but feel overwhelmed by Cricut, Design Space, materials, tools, and “where to start”? Do you want clear guidance, real results, and confidence—without guesswork, confusion, or wasted materials? You’re in the right place. This is the complete Cricut mastery guide every crafter needs—beginners, hobby crafters, and future Cricut business owners alike.

“If you want to change your life, move 27 things in your home.” This ancient Chinese proverb speaks of the powerful connection our homes have with our lives. In 27 Things To Feng Shui Your Home, Tisha Morris shows in creative, basic steps how to use the art of feng shui to create an inviting, personal atmosphere in your home that will renovate your life. Discover how to manageably clear clutter to optimize space; use lighting, color, and simple objects to create good energy flow; space clear to promote good health; and integrate the Five Elements into your home to create harmony.

Jahrhundertelang hatten die treuesten Begleiter des Menschen anspruchsvolle Aufgaben: Ob Schafehüten, Hofwache oder Jagdhilfe – Hunde waren geistig und körperlich ausgelastet. Doch so weit müssen Sie es gar nicht kommen lassen: Denn mit den 130 kreativen Spielideen aus verschiedenen Bereichen kann Ihr Hund all seine Fähigkeiten trainieren und unter Beweis stellen. Ob Geschicklichkeit, Schnüffelarbeit oder sportliche Herausforderung, bei der Riesenauswahl an Spielideen kommt weder bei Hund noch bei Herrchen Langeweile auf.

Denn mindestens genauso sehr brauchen die klugen Tiere Beschäftigung, sonst sind Unausgeglichenheit, Ungehorsam und Problemverhalten die Folge. Doch dem können Sie kinderleicht vorbeugen, und zwar mit den 150 fantasievollen Spielideen in diesem Hörbuch, die bei Hund & Halter keine Langeweile aufkommen lassen. Ob draußen oder drinnen, Intelligenz- oder Bewegungsspiel, Schnüffelaufgabe oder Spaß mit der ganzen Familie – hier finden Sie kreative Spielanregungen für alle Situationen und Vorlieben, bei denen Ihr Vierbeiner in all seinen Fähigkeiten aktiv gefördert wird.

I’ve had more burns, long nights, and impossible clients than I can count in my thirty years as a chef. A few thought that a “private chef” meant personal therapist — they weren’t wrong. This isn’t a cookbook; it’s a confession — the unfiltered truth about what really happens behind those perfect families. From kitchens with too many egos to estates with too much money, from whispered chaos to dinners for people who don’t actually eat — it’s all held together with sarcasm, salt, and a stubborn refusal to quit.

In this entertaining, informative, and thoroughly unconventional wine guide, award-winning sommelier, winemaker, and wine educator André Hueston Mack presents listeners with the 99 bottles that have most impacted his life. Instead of just pairing wines with foods, Mack pairs practical information with personal stories, offering up recommendations alongside reflections on being one of the only African Americans to ever work at the top level of the American wine industry.