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Cabinets of CuriositiesUnicorns' horns, mermaids' skeletons, stuffed and preserved animals and plants, precious metals, clocks, scientific instruments, celestial globes--all knowledge, the whole cosmos, arranged on shelves in a single room. Such were the cabinets of curiosities of the seventeenth century, the last period of history when...
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Curious about SnowSnowflakes are falling--and this cool new 8 x 8 in the Smithsonian nonfiction line tells young readers why When does it snow? Why is snow white? How do we know no two snowflakes are alike? (Hint: the proof is in the photographs, first made...
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The 21st Century French-English English-French DictionaryThe 21st Century French-English/English-French Dictionary is an invaluable reference source for today's students, business people and travelers, providing essential information in an easy-to-use format. It is one of four books in the new 21st Century line of foreign dictionaries, which also includes: German-English/English-German Spanish-English/English-Spanish...
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ButterfliesThis new series is based on the Peterson Identification System, which uses life-like illustrations to help young naturalists make accurate identifications. The design of each book is straightforward, simple, friendly, and easy to use -- ensuring the success of beginners. Each of the four...
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Lend Me Your Ears: Great Speeches in HistoryAn instant classic when it was first published a decade ago and now enriched by seventeen new speeches, Lend Me Your Ears contains more than two hundred outstanding moments of oratory. It is selected, arranged, and introduced by William Safire, who honed his skills...
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Miss Manners' Guide to Excruciatingly Correct BehaviorYour neighbor denounces cellular telephones as instruments of the devil. Your niece swears that no one expects thank-you letters anymore. Your father-in-law insists that married women have to take their husbands' names. Your guests plead that asking them to commit themselves to attending your...
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Choosing Civility: The Twenty-Five Rules of Considerate ConductMost people would agree that thoughtful behavior and common decency are in short supply, or simply forgotten in hurried lives of emails, cellphones, and multi-tasking. In Choosing Civility, P. M. Forni identifies the twenty-five rules that are most essential in connecting effectively and happily...
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Developmental Editing: A Handbook for Freelancers, Authors, and PublishersEditing is a tricky business. It requires analytical flair and creative panache, the patience of a saint and the vision of a writer. Transforming a manuscript into a book that edifies, inspires, and sells? That's the job of the developmental editor, whose desk is...
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Word by Word Picture Dictionary English/Spanish EditionProgram Highlights More than 4,000 vocabulary words are presented through vibrant illustrations and easy-to-use lessons. Extensive coverage of important lifeskill competencies meets standards-based curriculum objectives. A careful research-based sequence of lessons integrates development of grammar and vocabulary skills. Expanded discussion questions encourage students to...
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Let's Learn English Picture DictionaryCreated by leading educators, these colorful, large-size dictionaries introduce beginning language learners to more than 1,550 commonly taught basic words. Each Let's Learn Language Picture Dictionary in the series boasts 30 delightful two-page spreads that vividly illustrate the meanings of words. Fun-filled panoramas focus...
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How to Read Literature Like a Professor: A Lively and Entertaining Guide to Reading Between the LinesThe classic guide, now available in a hardcover edition--a lively and entertaining introduction to literature and literary basics, including symbols, themes and contexts, that shows you how to make your everyday reading experience more rewarding and enjoyable.While many books can be enjoyed for their...
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Rand McNally Folded Map: Portland Regional MapAuthor: Rand McNallyPublisher: Rand McNallyPublished: 03/29/2022Binding Type: FoldedWeight: 0.05lbsSize: 8.70h x 4.00w x 0.30dISBN: 9780528025624Not available to be shipped via Media Mail
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Kjv, Personal Size Large Print Reference Bible, Vintage Series, Leathersoft, Black, Red Letter, Comfort Print: Holy Bible, King James VersionCrafted to be an easy-to-carry large print Bible with cross references allowing this Bible to be an ideal choice to take with you wherever you go. This edition is published in large KJV Comfort Print type, which was designed exclusively for Thomas Nelson to...
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Rand McNally Easy to Fold: Louisiana State Laminated MapThe durable and convenient Louisiana Easy To Fold state map will take all the wear and tear your journey can dish out. The heavy-duty laminated design allows you to mark your route, make notes, then wipe the surface clean for further use. This is...
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The Complete Guide to Grilling Steak Cookbook: Master the Cuts, Rubs, and Grilling TechniquesSet your steak game to sizzleNothing beats a perfectly grilled steak. But how do you create that supremely satisfying flavor at home? Enter The Complete Guide to Grilling Steak. This meaty cookbook is full of tips that take you from purchase and prep through...
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Creating Great Visitor Experiences: A Guide for Museum ProfessionalsIf a museum is trying to improve visitor satisfaction, grow and diversify their audience, or engage with their community, they must focus on the experience visitors have inside the museum. Unfortunately, some people don't visit museums because they have had a previous negative experience,...
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100 First Space Words: Stem Picture DictionarySpark your little rocket scientist's curiosity with 100 first space words in this beautifully illustrated picture dictionary.Author: IgloobooksPublisher: Igloo BooksPublished: 06/28/2022Pages: 12Binding Type: Board BookWeight: 0.95lbsSize: 7.97h x 8.16w x 0.72dISBN: 9781801087636Audience: Ages 4-8
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Puppy Parenting: What to Do and When to Do ItGive your dog the best start to life with Dr. Scott Miller's guide to raising the perfect puppy. Dr. Scott Miller, a practising vet and television personality is here to ensure all your questions are answered and concerns quelled with this friendly and authoritative...
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¿Por Qué Los Caracoles No Tienen Patas?: Y Muchas Otras Preguntas Sobre El JardínEncantadora obra llena de detalles acerca los seres vivos que habitan el jardín. Los niños podrán conocer los animales y plantas que viven allí, cómo son, cómo crecen, cómo conviven y por qué viven ahí o visitan el jardín. Mediante solapas, los niños descubrirán...
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Choral RepertoireNow in its second edition, Choral Repertoire is the definitive and comprehensive one-volume presentation of the canon of the Western choral tradition. Designed for conductors and directors, students and teachers of choral music, amateur and professional singers, scholars, and interested vocal enthusiasts alike, it...
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