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1) Summary of American Prometheus By Kai Bird and Martin J. Sherwin: The Triumph and Tragedy of J. R
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DISCLAIMERThis book does not in any capacity mean to replace the original book but to serve as a vast summary of the original book.Summary of American Prometheus By Kai Bird and Martin J. Sherwin: The Triumph and Tragedy of J. Robert Oppenheimer IN THIS SUMMARIZED BOOK, YOU WILL GET:Chapter astute outline of the main contents.Fast & simple understanding of the content analysis.Exceptionally summarized content that you may skip in the original bookThe...
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Motherhood doesn't have to mean losing yourself . . .
Most moms are grateful they make the choice to be a stay-at-home mom (SAHM), but after a couple of years, they may feel like they're losing their mind. The alternative is going back to work, but that doesn't seem right either.
Flex mom is for mothers who want a third model of motherhood, somewhere between stay-at-home mom and working mom. This third way is to be the primary caregiver for their...
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#1 New Release in Language & Grammar, Questions & Answers, and Editing - Be a Successful Author
Learn the keys to successful authorship from a pro: Joan Gelfand, author of You Can Be a Winning Writer, has been teaching her 4 C's approach to creative writing and successful authorship to aspiring authors at book festivals and writer's conferences for the past decade. She has taught her 4 C's method to college professors, CEOs, doctors, ghostwriters,...
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"From tiny hummingbirds to powerful eagles and everything in between-our planet is home to many beautifully feathered friends! This bird book for kids is packed with tons of cool facts, colorful photos, and fun activities that offer a fascinating peek into their lives. All about birds!-Learn what makes birds special, including their nests, their babies, how they travel, and what they eat. 35 unique species-Meet birds from around the globe, with vibrant...
6) Bird brain
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"Arden always wanted a pet, but taking care of her Uncle Eli's parrot, Ludwig, was NOT what she had in mind. She wants to keep all her fingers! But as Arden gets to know Ludwig, she realizes he is not just incredibly smart but loyal and the best pet she could have asked for."--
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A collection of World War I short fiction by the author of the memoir And We Go On.
Nova Scotia -born Will R. Bird miraculously survived the First World War and returned to Nova Scotia. Determined to tell the stories of the brave soldiers who served, Bird became one of the most prolific authors on the subject, completing works of both fiction and nonfiction. For nearly two decades following the war, Bird published war stories in magazines and periodicals,...
8) Ambrosia
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"A riveting blend of horror and suspense"-Kirkus Reviews
When Travis Barnes returns home following the unexpected death of his mother, leaving his career with the Seventh Naval Fleet, he hopes to begin a new chapter in life. Unbeknownst to him, a series of impossible coincidences soon draws the attention of the Bureau, a fringe government agency formed from the rubble of Projects Monarch and Stargate.
But when Lola Agnew, the Bureau's genetically-altered...
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Carlie's boyfriend has just dumped her...for another woman. Broken hearted, she sets out on a road trip to lick her wounds and winds up at a lonely hilltop just before dark. Once there, however, she meets an equally broken-hearted man who is setting his telescope to look at the stars...They two engage in conversation and before long they realize that the phrase "star-crossed lovers" was created for a reason...
10) Stay With Me
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Charisse and Heath are divorced...but still think about about one another...When an error is found in their annulment contract, they realize they are still married. They get together to finalize the divorce once and for all, they realize that maybe, maybe God has other things in mind for them.
11) Promposal
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Sixteen-year-old Luca Esposito is in detention again. "Guess who's selling her prom tickets?" Nathan asked with a goofy grin. "It's Piper Kraft. Your ex." Luca's heart stopped. They broke up ten months ago, but he can't get Piper out of his mind. Could this be his chance to win her back? Just two problems: she hates him, and there are only twelve hours to prom. The clock is ticking. Can he pull off the world's most amazing Promposal and recapture...
12) An Ordinary Man
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While German bombs were falling on London people didn't worry too much when hearing Hitler's doodlebugs, the dreaded V1 flying bomb. But when the noise stopped then they were worried because they knew that the rocket was about to drop – on them!David, hanging in a basket inside an air raid shelter, was oblivious to all of this for he was just a baby.Growing up in West London he spoke with a cockney accent even though he wasn't a true cockney. He...
13) The Healing Tree
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A practical guide to traditional African approaches to healing with remedies and cultural history from one of the most respected authorities on the subject.
The Healing Tree celebrates the forest: its powers, spirits, magic, medicine, and mysteries. Author Stephanie Rose Bird shares how trees have provided her with personal healing, then allows us to share in that process for our own benefit and, by extension, provide healing for Earth's beleaguered...
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In this 1875 travel memoir, Isabella Bird recounts her captivating journey through the enchanting Hawaiian Islands in 1873 at the age of 41. The narrative focuses on her daring exploration, particularly her challenging treks up two of the world's tallest volcanoes located on the Big Island: Mauna Loa and Mauna Kea. Starting her journey on Oahu, Bird explores the bustling city of Honolulu and the verdant windward valleys before setting sail for Hawaii's...
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At the age of 63, Isabella Lucy Bird embarked on a remarkable journey that would become the captivating narrative of 'Among the Tibetans.' Published in the late 19th century, this account chronicles her awe-inspiring and formidable voyages across the sprawling Tibetan Plateaus and the breathtaking Himalayan mountain realms. Beginning her expedition in 1889, Bird ventured into the heart of these remote lands, unveiling the mysteries of territories...
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"Korea and Her Neighbors" is a travelogue written by Isabella Lucy Bird, a renowned Victorian-era explorer and writer. Published in 1898, the book details Bird's extensive travels throughout Korea and neighboring regions during the late 19th century.
Isabella Bird's writings are characterized by her vivid descriptions of the places she visited and the people she encountered. In "Korea and Her Neighbors," she offers an insightful account of Korean...
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"Notes on Old Edinburgh" by Isabella Lucy Bird offers a compelling glimpse into the historical and architectural tapestry of Scotland's capital city. In this book, published in 1891, Bird meticulously documents her explorations and observations of Edinburgh's rich heritage.
With vivid prose and keen insights, Bird navigates through the cobbled streets and historic landmarks, capturing the essence of Old Edinburgh. Her narrative skillfully intertwines...
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"The Englishwoman in America" penned by Isabella Lucy Bird offers a captivating firsthand account of her travels through the United States during the mid-19th century. Published in 1856, this insightful narrative presents Bird's observations, encounters, and adventures as she traverses the diverse landscapes and cultures of America.
Bird, a bold and intrepid traveler, provides vivid descriptions of her experiences, offering readers an authentic glimpse...
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South Carolina is a birder's paradise, with more than 480 species having been recorded in the state. Christmas bird counts along the coast often yield some of the highest species totals on the entire East Coast. Highly sought-after birds-such as wood stork, swallow-tailed kite, purple gallinule, red-cockaded woodpecker, swainson's warbler, painted bunting, and Bachman's sparrow-can be found with ease during the appropriate season.
Birding South...
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Forty fine-feathered friends to crochet using easy-to-master techniques with projects for all skill levels, from the bestselling author of Edward's Menagerie.
You'll be as happy as, a lark as, you crochet your way through this colorful collection of birds, including a bashful Flamingo, a romance-writing Owl, and a politically incorrect Pheasant. Read all about these kooky characters, their adorations and aversions, daydreams and delusions, then crochet...