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We may love books, but do we know what lies behind them? In The Book, Keith Houston reveals that the paper, ink, thread, glue, and board from which a book is made tell as rich a story as the words on its pages - of civilizations, empires, human ingenuity, and madness. In an invitingly tactile history of this 2,000-year-old medium, Houston follows the development of writing, printing, the art of illustrations, and binding to show how we have moved from cuneiform tablets and papyrus scrolls to the hardcovers and paperbacks of today.

The inspiration for the TV show At Home with Amy Sedaris, here is a hilarious, helpful, and informative guide on how to entertain. Are you lacking direction in how to whip up a swanky soiree for lumberjacks? A dinner party for white-collar workers? A festive gathering for the grieving? Don't...

This audiobook has been made to empower you to get started on crocheting or to improve your skills further! Learning or improving doesn’t need to be hard and dull; we have designed the audiobook to be user-friendly with step-by-step instructions.

What makes a stone a jewel? What makes a jewel priceless? And why do we covet beautiful things? In this brilliant account of how eight jewels shaped the course of history, jeweler and scientist Aja Raden tells an original and often startling story about our unshakeable addiction to beauty and the darker side of human desire.

Unlock the World of Ham Radio Today! Ace Your Technician and General Exams with This Comprehensive Guide! Are you ready to start your journey into amateur radio or to expand your skills with the General Class License? Whether you're a complete beginner eyeing the Technician Class license or a current licensee ready to upgrade, this two-in-one bundle is your roadmap to success.

The 12 Quilts of Christmas: A Heartstrings Holiday Collection Welcome to Heartstrings Quilt Co., a cozy quilt shop nestled in the snowy heart of Sweetwater Falls, where every bolt of fabric holds a memory and every stitch tells a story. In this heartwarming collection of twelve interconnected tales, quilt shop owner Kate Adamson reflects on the joys, sorrows, and unexpected moments that have walked through her doors over thirty magical Christmases. From long-lost friends reunited through unfinished quilt blocks to a young girl finding hope in a circle of patchwork stars, The 12 Quilts of ...

Wear just 33 items for 3 months and get back all the JOY you were missing while you were worrying what to wear. In Project 333, minimalist expert and author of Soulful Simplicity Courtney Carver takes a new approach to living simply--starting with your wardrobe. Project 333 promises that not...

Belgian Malinois Training: Are You Ready to Bone Up and Easily Train Your Belgian Malinois? Because this Belgian Malinois Training Book begins From the Car Ride Home. Like, now. When it counts. When it matters to you, your pup, and your family, from Day One. Today. Day one makes the success difference in training your Belgian Malinois. From the car ride home is the critical moment to begin communicating with your dog at your pup’s level. There’s a name for it too. It’s called ‘Dogmanship,’ and your dog craves it. Fact, it’s the key difference in the Bone-Up dog training system ...

Create the home--and life--you've always wanted with the help of popular blogger and author of Cozy Minimalist Home Myquillyn Smith (The Nester) as she helps you free yourself to take risks and find beauty in imperfection. Myquillyn Smith is all about embracing reality--especially when it comes...

After my teenage son’s acne disappeared by using a homemade organic soap that one of my friends had made, I got interested in the chemistry of soap making. I researched, watched, practiced, and learned everything there is to know about soap making at home. My goal initially was not only to learn how to make soap but the real chemistry of soap making, what makes soap a soap and why and what are natural and organic soaps and which aren’t. After about six months of hard practice and after many trials and errors, I mastered the craft of soap making at home.

They’re scented, fizzy, and fun, but adding a sizzling bath bomb to your tub is doing far more good for your health than just stimulating your senses with some fizz, color, and flowery aromas. You’re about to learn how to transform your bath tub into one of the safest and most powerful healing therapies ever discovered.

Are you on a never-ending quest to get the perfect wardrobe? Have you done what you were "supposed to do" and bought the pieces you were "supposed to buy" only to find yourself more confused and overwhelmed than before... And instead of getting a perfect wardrobe you have a closet crammed full of clothes, shoes, and accessories that you never wear and don't really even like... If you're tired of wasting your precious time and hard-earned money on your wardrobe then this is the book for you! In An Imperfect Wardrobe you'll learn how to focus on slowly curating a closet filled with clothes, ...

“This radiant handbook is hope made doable.” —Mari Andrew, New York Times bestselling author and illustrator “A luminous and deeply humane manifesto for reclaiming agency in a fractured world.” —Debbie Millman, author and host of the Design Matters podcast An empowering guide to...

In 1838, a young woman was given a diary on her wedding day. Collecting snippets of fabric from a range of garments—some her own, others donated by family and friends—she carefully annotated each one, creating a unique record of their lives. Her name was Mrs. Anne Sykes. Nearly two hundred years later, the diary fell into the hands of Kate Strasdin, a fashion historian and museum curator. Using her expertise, Strasdin spent the next six years unraveling the secrets contained within the album's pages, and the lives of the people within.

🌟 Discover the Joy of Crochet with Ease! 🌟 Are you ready to unleash your creativity and start a fulfilling new hobby? Crochet for Newbies: An Absolute Beginner's Guide to Crafting with Yarn is the perfect companion for anyone eager to learn the art of crochet. With simple instructions, step-by-step illustrations, and beginner-friendly patterns, this guide makes it easy to master the basics. Whether you dream of creating cozy scarves, adorable gifts, or stylish home décor, this book will have you crafting with confidence in no time! No experience? No problem! Start your crochet ...

Scouted in the street when she was 17, Victoire Dauxerre’s story started like a teenager’s fantasy: within months she was strutting down the catwalks of New York’s major fashion shows. But when fashion executives and photographers forced her to become ever thinner, Victoire’s dream...

In this moving account, Peter Korn explores the nature and rewards of creative practice. We follow his search for meaning as an Ivy-educated child of the middle class who finds employment as a novice carpenter on Nantucket, transitions to self-employment as a designer and maker of fine furniture, takes a turn at teaching and administration at Colorado's Anderson Ranch Arts Center, and then founds a school in Maine: the Center for Furniture Craftsmanship, an internationally respected nonprofit institution.

Stop Wasting Material, Time, and Money—Master LightBurn Like a Pro Are you tired of ruining expensive materials with failed cuts and uneven engravings—constantly tweaking settings through trial-and-error while your laser sits idle and your confidence evaporates? Have you watched countless YouTube tutorials that skip crucial steps or assume you already know the basics—leaving you more confused than when you started? Do you feel frustrated that your projects never match what you envisioned—with blurry engravings, incomplete cuts, or designs that looked perfect on screen but disaster ...

Do you have a passion for making beautiful soaps and candles? If so, consider turning it into a profitable business. Starting your own soap and candle business from home is an exciting way to make money doing something you love. How to Start Your Own Soap and Candle Business From Home will guide you step by step to start as an entrepreneur in the world of soap and candle making, and go over the steps involved in setting up a successful business. From choosing the right equipment to marketing your products, this book provides tips for success and highlights common challenges you may ...

The Vulcan, the second of the three V bombers built to guard the UK during the Cold War, has become an aviation icon like the Spitfire, its delta shape instantly recognizable, as is the howling noise it makes when the engines are opened for takeoff. Vulcan Boys is the first Vulcan book recounted completely firsthand by the operators themselves.