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  Name That Movie - 100...

  Paul Rogers

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  Can you identify the film from the images? A fun and challenging visual quiz for movie buffs!  
   
  The house on the hill in Psycho. The Big Kahuna burger in Pulp Fiction. The giant dinosaur sculptures in Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure. In Name That Movie, celebrated illustrator Paul Rogers tests our visual knowledge of the world of cinema, highlighting both obscure and instantly recognizable references to 100 classic films, from the golden age of cinema to the blockbusters of today.  
   
  The rules of the game are simple: each film gets six line drawings, delivered in sequence, and—here’s the clincher—no movie stars. Complete with answer key and index, this entertaining book will delight cinephiles who will see their favorite films in a whole new light.

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  Peace Kills - America's Fun New...

  P.J. O'Rourke

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  The #1 New York Times-bestselling author who “never fails to find the absurd” addresses everything from airport security to the Iraq War  (The New York Times Book Review). 
   
  To unravel the mysteries of war, P.J. O’Rourke first visits Kosovo. (“Wherever there's injustice, oppression, and suffering, America will show up six months later and bomb the country next to where it's happening.”) He travels to Israel at the outbreak of the intifada. He flies to Egypt in the wake of the 9/11 terrorists' attacks. and contemplates bygone lunacies. (“Why are the people in the Middle East so crazy? Here, at the pyramids, was an answer from the earliest days of civilization: People have always been crazy.”) He covers the demonstrations and the denunciations of war. Finally he arrives in Baghdad with the U.S. Army, and enters one of Saddam's palaces. (“If a reason for invading Iraq was needed, felony interior decorating would have sufficed.”) With this collection, P.J. O’Rourke once again demonstrates that he is “an acerbic master of gonzo journalism and one of America’s most hilarious and provocative writers” (Time).

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  Anything That Moves - Renegade...

  Dana Goodyear

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  A new American cuisine is forming. Animals never before considered or long since forgotten are emerging as delicacies. Parts that used to be for scrap are centerpieces. Ash and hay are fashionable ingredients, and you pay handsomely to breathe flavored air. Going out to a nice dinner now often precipitates a confrontation with a fundamental question: Is that food? 
   
  Anything That Moves, a behind-the-scenes look at foodie culture, is simultaneously a humorous adventure and a serious attempt to understand the implications of the way we eat. This is a universe populated by insect-eaters and blood drinkers, avant-garde chefs who make food out of roadside leaves and wood, and others who serve endangered species, pets, and Schedule I drugs—a cast of characters, in other words, who flirt with danger, taboo, and disgust in pursuit of the sublime. Behind them is an intricate network of scavengers, dealers, and pitchmen responsible for introducing rare and exotic ingredients into the marketplace and, ultimately, bringing them to the family table. Highly entertaining and deeply revelatory, Anything That Moves explores the raucous, strange, fascinatingly complex world of contemporary American food culture, and the places where the extreme is bleeding into the mainstream.

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  Declutter Workbook - The Smart...

  Cadence Gil

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  Declutter Workbook: The Smart Guide on How to Declutter Your Life. Learn Useful Tips on How to Start Simplifying Every Aspect of Your LifeFor many people, life is simply too overwhelming. Everyone is given the same 24 hours in a day, but everything you do takes time. To fit it all in, it’s imperative to prioritize, organize, and delegate. We live in a hectic and complex world. It’s natural to want to get a lot done and to be able to point to your accomplishments. However, if you don’t slow down and set some goals for your life, personally and work wise, things won’t go as planned and will feel a lot more complicated.In this audiobook, you will learn how to declutter and simplify your life. You will learn different ways you can become organized in your life. This audiobook will discuss the following topics:- Getting Your Priorities Right- The Power of Being Well-Organized- The Art of Delegation- Automation That Will Save You Time- Taking Control of Your Finances- Tips for Saying No- How to Let Go of Toxic People- Ways to Use Social Media Effectively- And many more!Simplifying your life is all about finding what works best for you to ensure that you are at your most productive while also being as stress-free as possible. If you want to learn more, scroll up and click “add to cart” now!

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  A Book of Discovery

  M. B. Synge

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  ""A Book of Discovery" is a captivating work by M. B. Synge that chronicles the history of the world's exploration. From ancient times to the discovery of the South Pole, this book takes readers on a fascinating journey alongside famous explorers. Here are some highlights:Early Travelers and Ancient Times:The book delves into the adventures of early travelers who ventured across distant lands.It explores the curiosity that drove ancient civilizations to explore and seek knowledge beyond their borders.Discovery of the New World:Learn about the pivotal moments when explorers like Christopher Columbus and Ferdinand Magellan set sail to discover new lands.Understand the impact of their voyages on world history.Explorations in Africa and Australia:Discover the tales of intrepid explorers who braved the unknown in Africa and Australia.Their encounters with diverse cultures, wildlife, and landscapes shaped our understanding of these continents.Expeditions to the Arctic and Antarctic:The book vividly describes the challenges faced by explorers who ventured into the icy realms of the Arctic and Antarctic.From Roald Amundsen to Ernest Shackleton, their quests for knowledge and survival are awe-inspiring.In Their Own Words:Many of the explorers share their personal stories, providing firsthand accounts of their remarkable journeys.Whether you're an adventurer at heart or simply curious about the world's exploration, "A Book of Discovery" offers a captivating glimpse into the courage, endurance, and curiosity that drove humanity to explore the unknown."

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  My First Summer in the Sierra

  John Muir

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  It was June of 1869 when John Muir reluctantly accepted a job herding sheep from the central valley of California to the headwaters of the Merced and Tuolumne Rivers, high into the Sierra Nevadas and deep into the Yosemite region. He felt ill-equipped for the work, and yet the opportunity thrilled his adventurous spirit. With a notebook tied to his belt, he set out for a summer he would never forget.  
  My First Summer in the Sierra is Muir’s classic account of that extraordinary journey. It was not published until 1911, by which time he had become well known for his work as a naturalist and conservationist. More than a century later, we can still experience Muir’s transcendent joy, as he climbed the mountains, explored the lakes and streams, and studied the region’s flowers and trees. His words have since beckoned countless travelers to Yosemite National Park. 
  John Muir (1838-1914) was born in Scotland but became a fierce and influential advocate for conserving America’s wilderness. An author of numerous books and articles about travel and nature, he founded the Sierra Club and served as its president until his death. 
  “Narrator Brett Barry is outstanding; he skillfully captures the language of an earlier America as his poetic delivery matches the beautiful descriptions. A wide audience of conservationists, ecologists, nature lovers, American history fans, and those who merely prefer worthwhile poetic writing will be well rewarded.” – Library Journal, Nov. 2011

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