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  Tyrannosaurus Rex The: The...

  Charles River Editors

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  The massively popular 1990 novel Jurassic Park by Michael Crichton and its subsequent movie adaptations led to a huge resurgence in interest in dinosaurs and the prehistoric world. That interest continues to the present day, even though most of the dinosaurs in Jurassic Park weren’t actually from the Jurassic period. Triceratops, Velociraptor, Tyrannosaurus Rex and the huge sauropods such as Brachiosaurus that feature in the book and movies all actually belong to the Late Cretaceous period, more than 40 million years after the end of the Jurassic. Regardless, certain kinds of dinosaurs remain instantly recognizable, and among them, the “king” is undoubtedly the Tyrannosaurus.  
  	The first discovery of a Tyrannosaurus was made in 1902 and the largest carnivorous dinosaur ever found at the time quickly gripped the popular imagination. Even its name was dramatic - Tyrannosaurus Rex means “King of the Tyrant Lizards.” The T-Rex as it quickly became known didn’t appear until the last age of the Late Cretaceous period, the Maastrichtian, but when it did, it was the biggest and most terrifying of all the theropod predators. The T-Rex was around 13 feet tall at the hips (its tallest point since it isn’t believe to have stood upright), it was over 35 feet long, and it weighed about nine metric tons. Like most therapods, it had very powerful hind legs and much smaller fore legs, so the front legs look almost comically small. This dinosaur also had a large and powerful tail to counterbalance its very large head (some T-Rex skulls are nearly five feet long). Within the skull was a massive jaw lined with teeth up to a foot long. A reconstructive study has estimated that a T-Rex jaw was capable of exerting a pressure of over 55,000 Newtons; the equivalent of almost six tons of pressure. It was fast too, possibly capable of moving at speeds of up to 25 miles per hour. 

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  The Rest is History

  Aaron Karo

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  In his first one-hour stand-up special, funnyman Aaron Karo raises the comedy bar as he uncorks his witty observations on bridesmaids' speeches, tanked-up friends who always start fights and the perils of being a 30-year-old bachelor.

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  Becoming a Gardener - What...

  Catie Marron

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  A personal account of what it means to become a gardener. 
  To make her new house in Connecticut truly feel like home, Catie Marron decided to create a garden. But while she was familiar with landscape design, she had never grown anything. A dedicated reader with a lifelong passion for literature, Marron turned to the library of gardening books she’d collected to glean advice from a variety of writers on gardening and horticultural topics both grand and small.  
  Marron’s quest to become a gardener, however, was about more than learning the basics about mulch or which plants work best in the shade. She sought something far more elusive: to identify the core qualities and characteristics that make a person a gardener and an understanding of what a garden could mean to her as it had to multitudes of other gardeners over the centuries. 
  In Becoming a Gardener, Catie Marron chronicles her transformation into a gardener over the course of eighteen months, seeding the details of her experience with rich advice from writers as diverse as Eleanor Perényi and Karel Capek, Penelope Lively, and Jamaica Kincaid. As she digs deeper into her readings and works in the garden itself, Marron not only discovers the essence of gardening but in the words of Michael Pollan, “the endlessly engrossing ways that cultivating a garden attaches a body to the earth.” 
  A delightful blend of informed opinion, personal reflection, and practical advice, Becoming a Gardener explores topics as varied as the composition of dirt, the agricultural wisdom of avid kitchen gardeners George Washington and Thomas Jefferson, the healing power of digging in the soil, and the beauty of finding solitude in nature. Throughout, Marron carefully plants special illustrated features, such as musings on the merits (and detriments) of the rose, essential tools, moonlight gardening, children’s books which feature gardens, and her favorite gardens around the world. Also included is an annotated list of recommended writers, books, and films related to gardens and gardening, and a monthly to-do calendar. 
  Becoming a Gardener is a very special and moving portrait of life and the enduring power of literature and nature that is sure to become an instant classic. 
  Supplemental enhancement PDF accompanies the audiobook.

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  Goodnight Trump - A Parody

  Erich Origen, Gan Golan

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  Say goodnight to America's manchild-in-chief with this bestselling and wickedly funny parody. In the very classy room  There was a golden mirror  And a silver spoon  And a broadcast of  --   A half-baked story from a fake newsroom . . .  Goodnight Trump opens in the very classy golden bedroom of the White House, where it is bedtime for the 45th President of the United States. Readers can encourage this very stable genius to bid goodnight to some of his favorite treasures: a drawer overflowing with subpoenas, a Russian nesting doll that opens page by page to reveal a secret message, a thriving swamp just outside his window, and much more.  Turn out the lights on Trump's America with this hilarious yet poignant call to action.

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  The Essential Home Plumbing Book...

  ADDISON CAULDWELL, REX HEMP

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  The Essential Home Plumbing Book: Dive Deep, Drip by Drip, Into the World of Watertight Wisdom! 
  Welcome aboard the plumbing express, where every twist and turn (of the wrench) leads you deeper into the maze of pipes and possibilities. With "The Essential Home Plumbing Book" by your side, there's no leak too tricky, no drain too daunting, and no plumbing project out of reach. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a DIY enthusiast with a penchant for pipes, this guide has got you covered, drop by drop. 
  Pipe Dreams to Reality: Navigate the intricate world of pipes, faucets, and fixtures. Understand the mechanics behind what makes your home's plumbing tick, from the simplest setups to the most sophisticated systems. Lay the foundation, and then build upon it. 
  Accurate Estimations: The art and science of cost and resource estimation demystified! Dive into our structured approach to gauging the scale and expenditure of any plumbing project. Avoid over-budget blues and under-provisioned pitfalls with tried-and-true techniques. 
  DIY Plumbing Projects: Roll up those sleeves and ready your tools! Our curated list of DIY projects, detailed with step-by-step guides, sets you up for success. Whether it's a minor repair or a major redo, ensure you do it right the first time. 
  Pro Tips & Tricks: Uncover insider secrets that only the experts know. From quick fixes to preventive measures, elevate your plumbing prowess with knowledge that's gold (or shall we say, chrome?). 
  So, grab your plunger, your pipe wrench, and your passion—because plumbing just got a whole lot more plug-and-play. Dive in, and let's make those plumbing dreams flow seamlessly into reality! 
  Ready, set, plumb! 🚿🛁🔧🪠🚰

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  Having a Martha Home the Mary...

  Sarah Mae

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  Sarah Mae wants to let you in on a little secret about being a good homemaker: It's not about having a clean house. She'd never claim to be a natural, organized cleaner herself—yet, like you, she wants a beautiful space to call home, a place where people feel loved and at peace. Where people can really settle in with good food, comfy pillows, and wide-open hearts.Is it possible to find a balance? To care for your heart—and your home—at the same time?Journey with Sarah Mae on this easy, practical 31-day plan to get you moving and have your house looking and feeling fresh. But even more than that, you'll gain a new vision for the home of your dreams, and how to make it a place of peace, comfort, and community. Having a Martha Home the Mary Way will inspire you to find a happier, healthier, and cleaner way to live.

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