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Resolute : how we humans keep finding ways to beat the toughest odds
by Benjamin Hall
After suffering horrific, nearly fatal injuries while covering the war in Ukraine in 2022, Benjamin Hall was told he'd need to spend two years in a hospital learning how to walk again. Instead, he made it home to his family in just six months. Sustainedby his positive attitude and relentless will to keep moving forward, Hall impressed and inspired all those who followed his story and progress, with many wondering how he could bottle his seemingly superhuman resolve. Now with a greater degree of perspective, Hall analyzes the psychological aftermath of the Russian missile attack that profoundly altered his life.
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Miracles and wonder : the historical mystery of Jesus
by Elaine H. Pagels
A renowned National Book Award–winning scholar presents an extraordinary new account of the life of Jesus that explores the mystery of how a poor young man inspired a religion that reshaped the world. Illustrations.
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The UFO book : a chronological journey from crop circles to Roswell
by John Michael Greer
John Michael Greer, long-time researcher of the unexplained, chronicles 100 . . . brushes Earth's residents have had with visitors from the cosmos. Illustrated with full-color photos and illustrations, The UFO Book includes Babylonian engravings, phantom airships of the 1890s, the 'foo fighters' of the Second World War, the Flatwoods Monster and Mothman: Greer weaves these together into a chronological survey of an evolving understanding of alien life. He also covers alien abductions from around the world and throughout time, proving that they are a widespread phenomena that unites all of the residents of this planet.
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Everyday intuition : what psychology, science, and psychics can teach us about finding and trusting our inner voice
by Elizabeth Greenwood
We rely on our intuition, even though we don't fully understand what it is, how it works, or if we can even trust it. In this fresh, mind-opening book, Elizabeth Greenwood takes us on a sweeping investigation into the subject, exploring how, in our data-driven world, we can harness intuition in our day-to-day lives. Digging deep into her personal experience as well as insights from neuroscience, psychology, feminist texts, psychics, and everyday people with extraordinary intuitive ability, Greenwood explores what we know about intuition--how to distinguish it from instinct, wishful thinking, anxiety, and denial; how it serves and sometimes fails us; how it impacts our dreams and unconscious behavior; and how it manifests in everything from romantic attraction to premonitions. Greenwood places a special emphasis on "women's intuition," and how it has been denigrated throughout history--but can offer us a more hopeful, grounded way of experiencing the world in a time of so much uncertainty.
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Tarot & oracle card reading
by Charles Harrington
Gives you the tools and expertise you need to become the savvy card reader you've always wanted to be. Inside, you'll find complete information on the meanings of the 78 tarot cards as well as insights into working with oracle card decks of all kinds...[and] offers a step-by-step guide for understanding your deck, nailing the basics, and divining for yourself and others.
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Modern witchcraft
by Lorraine Monteagut
The stigma around witchcraft is fading, and Modern Witchcraft For Dummies is here to introduce you to the history, traditions, and practices of an ever-evolving spiritual path. This fun and globally minded guide goes beyond Wicca and European paganism, giving you a well-rounded foundation of knowledge to develop your own practice. You'll also learn everyday skills so you can gather your magical tools, cast spells, form or join a coven, and become part of the new generation of witches.
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Nonviolent communication : a language of life
by Marshall B. Rosenberg
In these polarized times, words really matter. Nonviolent Communication (NVC) was created by Dr. Marshall Rosenberg. NVC can help find common ground with anyone, anywhere and anytime in diverse situations: intimate relationships, families, schools, organizations and institutions, therapy and counseling, diplomatic and business negotiations, disputes and conflicts of any nature. Nonviolent Communication shows us a way of being very honest, without any criticism, insults, or put-downs, and without any intellectual diagnosis implying wrongness.
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Make magic : the book of inspiration you didn't know you needed
by Brad Meltzer
An inspiring guide, based on the author's viral commencement speech, to living with authenticity, empathy and gratitude, using magic as an allegory to reveal four transformative life lessons that help create a more fulfilling and wonder-filled existence.
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Shamanism : the timeless religion
by Manvir Singh
From a brilliant, young Harvard-trained anthropologist and contributor to the New Yorker comes a fascinating investigation into the spiritual practice of shamanism from its history through to the present day, for readers disaffected with organized religion who seek a more personal approach to spirituality. Informed by the latest developments in cognitive science, evolutionary biology and anthropology-and relying on field research in remote Indonesia, the Amazon and the South Pacific-Manvir Singh holds a magnifying glass to the practice of shamanism, examining its long history, its pitfalls, and its potential benefits to today's society. At its core, this is a book about faith and healing. Shamanism is a deep dive into wisdom that feels uniquely relevant in a moment of specious modern religiosity. -- Adapted from publisher information.
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Every day with Babs : 101 family-friendly dinners for every day of the week
by Barbara Costello
The social media star and grandmother of nine behind BrunchwithBabs offers a weeknight-friendly collection of comforting, family-approved recipes, organized by theme for each day and including Beth's Sloppy Joe Casserole, Clean Your Fridge Frittata and Moroccan Chickpea Apricot Stew. Illustrations.
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The how not to age cookbook
by Michael Greger
New from Michael Greger M.D., FACLM, whose books have sold more than one million copies worldwide, comes a fully-illustrated cookbook filled with recipes to make you healthier as you age. In his instant New York Times bestseller, How Not To Age, Dr. Michael Greger revealed that diet can regulate every one of the most promising strategies for combating the effects of aging. His Anti-Aging Eight streamlined evidence-based research into simple, accessible steps for ensuring physical and mental longevity. Now, in How Not To Age Cookbook, decades of scientific research are put to use in over a hundred recipes that will leave readers feeling nourished for years to come. Each of these simple, nutrition-packed dishes uses ingredients that have been proven to promote a healthy lifespan and inspiration from the places around the world where people traditionally live the longest. Grounded in the latest nutrition science, How Not to Age Cookbook is chock-full of delicious meals, snacks, and beverages that will keep the body both nourished and youthful.
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Treenotes : a year in the company of trees
by Nalini Nadkarni
A collection of over 45 essays exploring the diverse roles and significance of trees in human culture and the natural world, offering insights on various topics—from the variety of tree species to their utility in everyday products—while illustrating the interconnectedness of life through seasonal themes.
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The birding dictionary
by Rosemary Mosco
Acclaimed science communicator and cartoonist Rosemary Mosco offers a clever, humorous "dictionary" that's perfect for any birder. The Birding Dictionary is filled with hilarious and informative definitions for more than 200 birding terms, plus over 50 witty full‑color illustrations. Terms range from bird species, anatomy, and behaviors to the insider jargon that all birders know and speak fluently, from "alpha code" to "zygodactyl".
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Somatic exercises
by Kristin McGee
In the book, renowned yoga, meditation and Pilates teacher Kristin McGee explains how you can use somatic exercise to strengthen the mind-body connection through movement. In simple, straightforward terms, the author explains exactly what somatic exercise is, how to do it, and what it can help you achieve. Learn to use breathwork, yoga, dance, Qigong, assisted movement, and more to help you with everything from your posture to flexibility and inner calm.
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Women's health all-in-one
by Shamash Alidina
Women's Health All-in-One For Dummies is a guide to health, healing, balance, and prevention at every age. Improve your own health and help close the gender health gap by learning everything you need to navigate bias in the healthcare system and advocate for your own wellness. Brought to you by experts from all over the world, this book gives you all the information you need to feel great and live longer, including detailed coverage of PCOS, sex, gut health, pregnancy, perimenopause, menopause, breast cancer, and other women's health issues. Packed with up-to-date information on staying fit, preventing disease, understanding common medical problems, and getting state-of-the-art care, This Dummies All-In-One empowers you to take charge of your health and set off on the road to lifelong well-being.
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The everything guide to GLP-1s : lose weight, build healthy eating habits, and achieve lifelong weight management
by Kayley George
For the best results on your weight loss journey, look no further than The Everything Guide to GLP-1s. Packed with everything you need to know about GLP-1 medications, including what they are, how they work, and what kind of healthy habits and lifestyle changes you need to make for the best results, this book is a must-have companion for your weight loss journey. Once you've covered the basics, you'll find 150 recipes that are specifically designed to help you achieve the best results while taking weight-loss medications, to avoid uncomfortable side effects, and to help you maintain your new weight post-treatment. From breakfast to dinner and everything in between, this book has you covered so you can: -Start your day off with a protein-packed breakfast like Tomato and Mozzarella Baked Eggs -Get into those healthy legumes and vegetables with a Warm Chickpea Salad with Spinach for lunch -Explore modified versions of your favorite foods like a burger for dinner with Feta Cheese Turkey Burgers -And much more! In this book, you'll find guidance on all things GLP-1. You'll also discover flexible meal plans that show you how to use these recipes to maintain a healthy body once and for all. Start your healthy weight loss journey today"
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The everyday Ayurveda cookbook : a seasonal guide to eating and living well
by Kate O'Donnell
Focusing on seasonal, homemade meals that complement Western medicine's emphasis on preventative care, this volume provides updated Ayurvedic guidance, including meal planning, environment-based lifestyle tips, and adaptable base recipes, encouraging readers to achieve balance through mindful cooking and nourishing, time-honored practices. Original.
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Wilderness survival skills for beginners : the step-by-step guide to survive the great outdoors
by Jason Marsteiner
Are you an aspiring adventurer? A bushcraft beginner? Then you've come to the right place. This guide shows you how to level up your survival skills and boost your confidence when you're out exploring the wilderness. Get pro tips on navigation, finding food, building shelters, and basic first aid from expert survivalist Jason Marsteiner. You'll learn how to tackle any situation, like chance encounters with wild animals or poisonous plants, as well as ways to stay safe while trekking through any climate or terrain.
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The bodyweight blueprint : over 70 workouts to achieve your training goals
by Brad Kolowich
This book provides the reader with a library of bodyweight-only workouts that cover a variety of workout styles, training outcomes, and movement types. In addition to the workouts, it will explain the advantages of bodyweight training, explain how to design workouts for various goals, give recommendations for progression, and provide multiple programs.
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Walk yourself well : step into a healthier, happier you
by Nina Barough
In Walk Yourself Well, walking expert Nina Barough will teach you how to make the most out of every step--from mastering your technique and setting your pace to walking in different climates and terrains. Go that extra mile, and get inspired, with Nina's motivational training programs, research backed tips to get the most out of every step, plus inspirational walks from around the world for every level. Whether you want to improve your health, increase your fitness, or boost your mood, walking has a host of benefits, with no fuss and no expensive gym membership required. So lace up your shoes, program your smartwatch, and step into a fitter, healthier you.
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Sleep
by Clete Anthony Kushida
In a world constantly on the move, it's not surprising that more and more people aren't sleeping as much as they'd like. Sleep For Dummies helps you understand the foundations of sleep and how it impacts our everyday lives. With easy-to-understand explanations and simple strategies you can start using today, this book will help you get the most out of your sleep hours. Get science-backed advice on how to get the sleep you need and explore how prioritizing your sleep health can supercharge your life, with this fun Dummies guide.
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IBS
by Kristina Campbell
This essential guide also gives those with IBS and IBS-like symptoms key tips on how to adapt their lifestyle and live life to the fullest. Packed with up-to-date scientific information, IBS For Dummies takes you through the different subtypes of IBS and their symptoms, covers treatment options, and provides helpful tips.
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The adult chair : get unstuck, claim your power, and transform your life
by Michelle Chalfant
Take a seat and let this be your guide to living an emotionally healthy life, with real-world examples and easy-to-understand tools to help you create lasting change-from the therapist behind the popular podcast The Adult Chair. Through decades of working with countless clients, Michelle Chalfant found that most forms of therapy, while well-meaning, help with the symptoms but rarely address the root cause.
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Allergy
by William E. Berger
A clear and practical guide to identifying allergy triggers, managing symptoms and preventing severe reactions, covering everything from hay fever and asthma to drug allergies and anaphylaxis, with easy-to-follow advice on treatments and support resources. Original.
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This dog will change your life
by Elias Weiss Friedman
This book weaves together stories of the many dogs Elias has been lucky enough to know, both in his personal life and while doing his Dogist work. Told in a light tone that does not shy away from more serious issues (Elias is not above the occasional sentimental moment or dog pun), this book charmingly explores the ways that dogs are not just our family and our friends but also irreplaceable beings capable of generating boundless love and restoring balance to our lives. In an increasingly alienating and divisive world, there is one clear remedy: the one with four legs that rolls over for belly rubs. Dogs can change our lives, and this book might just change yours.--Provided by publisher
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You got this! : recipes anyone can make and everyone will love
by Diane Morrisey
Versatile recipes, from Sheet Pan Lasagna to Roasted Cauliflower Curry, blending global flavors and pantry staples to create quick, adaptable meals for carnivores, pescatarians and vegetarians, emphasizing ease, creativity and practicality for home cooks of all skill levels. Illustrations.
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So easy so good : delicious recipes and expert tips for balanced eating
by Kylie Sakaida
In this beautiful, comprehensive cookbook, Kylie has collected her best nutrition tips along with both fan-favorite and brand-new recipes. Whether you want to change your eating habits and mindset or are just looking for a healthy dinner recipe, So Easy So Good has you covered. Kylie simplifies complex concepts through simple lists, charts, and sidebars. Her recipes and tips emphasize a healthy, balanced mix of protein, carbs, healthy fats, and fiber so you can feel nourished and satisfied. Many of Kylie's recipes are inspired by the Asian flavors from her upbringing. Some recipes are designed to minimize prep time by using frozen veggies and nutrient-dense convenience foods, while others can be frozen in advance and reheated within minutes for a quick meal.
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The condiment book : a saucy guide to unlocking maximum flavor with minimal effort
by Claire Dinhut
From TikTok sensation Condiment Claire, a quirky and informative guide to the flavor enhancers we can't get enough of, with dozens of recipes for making and using condiments of all descriptions Claire Dinhut soared to internet fame tasting and rating hundreds of jams, mustards, and butters, showing how she incorporates condiments into virtually every bite she takes. Often posting from the remote French village where her father maintains a fourteenth-century mill, she delighted followers with her charmingly casual approach to preserving and pickling, showing how easy it is to transform seasonal produce and kitchen odds and ends into homemade condiments that will enhance any meal and create unique gifts. The Condiment Book captures the role condiments play in defining food cultures around the world, pairing brief histories of flavoring agents from ketchup to kimchi with tutorials on creating unique flavor combos to suit your own palate. In chapters devoted to Butters and Salts, Fruit in Jars, Hot Sauces, Pickles and Ferments, Dips, and of course Mustards and Mayo, Claire guides readers through the making of condiments to give or keep, and offers a handful of "condiment companions" ideal for serving alongside the cook's handiwork. Helpful charts and graphics give abundant ideas for pairing condiments and flavors, extending the use of these versatile products far beyond the expected. Packed with lush photos, cheerful "doodles" and the whip smart observations of a Harvard-educated, bilingual gourmand obsessed with everything salty, spicy, bitter, and sweet, The Condiment Book is the ideal gift for any cook eager to dip a toe into the world of preserving, or any food lover looking for new and exciting ways to use those bottles and jars knocking around their pantry.
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DIY solar projects for beginners : small and easy projects to whole-home systems use the sun
by Eric W. Smith
With clear instructions, tips, and step-by-step color photos for each project, this book takes the intimidation out of DIY solar builds. For those with more ambitious solar power plans, this updated edition contains information on outfitting your home with solar electricity collection systems and integrating them into your primary power supply system...With high energy costs and an environment that demands cleaner fuel sources, now is the time to introduce new, cost-saving solar projects into your home.
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Western home landscaping : from the Rockies to the Pacific Coast, from the southwestern US to British Columbia
by Felicia Brower
An updated edition of Creative Homeowner's award-winning bestseller on landscaping western-style, Western Home Landscaping, Second Edition, features inspiring ideas to make your home landscape more attractive and functional. Featuring 42 landscape designs created by professionals from the region and more than 300 plants that thrive in the west. Also included are step-by-step instructions for projects, such as outdoor structures, fencing, paths, patios, ponds, and arbors. Updates to this edition include an emphasis on topics such as drought-resistant plants and native plants, and the impact of climate change.
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It's a mood : your home, your vibe
by Cara Woodhouse
This book shows us how to create spaces that we will truly love to inhabit. It's a Mood helps readers get in touch with their own design instincts. Organized by mood, this book offers both inspiration and practical advice for incorporating the elements that we feel passionate about.
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The Knot Bible : The Complete Guide to Knots and Their Uses
by Nic Compton
Featuring all the knots, hitches, bends, splices, whipping and decorative knotwork that you would find on a boat, this comprehensive guide will help sailors, climbers, anglers and all those who regularly use knotwork master essential skills.
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Crochet now / : A Beginner's Guide to Essential Stitches and Techniques +6 Easy Patterns
by Salena Baca
Jump into the world of crochet with expert guidance from Salena Baca, as she equips you with the essential stitches and 6 beginner-friendly patterns to transform yarn into your first beautiful creations! Anyone can learn to crochet. All you need to start crocheting are yarn, a crochet hook, and step-by-step instructions from expert teacher Salena Baca. She brings her years of experience teaching novice crocheters to this instructional guide, presenting the stitches and techniques of crochet in easy-to-understand terms and illustrative photos that will have you making your first stitches within a few minutes. Once you know how to form the basic stitches, the sky is the limit! Salena teaches you to crochet in rows to make items like scarves and towels and then in rounds to make hats, baskets, and other circular items. Then you'll be ready to crochet from your first pattern! Salena explains pattern-reading and includes 6 beginner-level patterns you can use to practice your skills. By the time you finish the practice patterns, you'll have a solid foundation of crochet skills and be ready for more complex crochet adventures!
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The field guide to embroidery : 52 North American animal & plant designs for nature lovers
by Jessica Kemper
"With this fun collection of projects in field-guide format, stitch your favorite animal, bird, fish, and plant species based on the ecosystems you love or live in. Organized according to seven North American ecosystems-desert, mountain, forest, waterways, prairie, ocean, and urban-the 52 beautifully accurate designs by naturalist Jessica Kemper include popular species (think bears, manatees, and river otters) and some that are less well known or are potentially threatened. Beginner-level patterns coexist with intermediate and advanced patterns to appeal to all embroidery lovers looking for stunning new designs"
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One-patch quilts / : One-Patch Quilts
by Carolyn Forster
"Calling all quilters looking for ready-to-trace templates and contemporary one-patch quilting inspiration! This stunning book, from quilting guru and best-selling author Carolyn Forster, contains 20 different patchwork shapes, from triangles and diamonds, to tumblers, clamshells and applecores, each made up into a stunning one-patch design"
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Accidentally on purpose
by Kristen Kish
"In Accidentally on Purpose, what defines Kristen's story aren't the missteps or even the pleasant surprises that crop up but how she learned to find her voice and use it. Because while accidents may be unexpected, they don't have to be at odds with purpose. And as Kristen approaches life's milestones, big and small, with intention, she realizes at those junctures--the ones beyond the borders of the map, behind-the-scenes, and off camera--are where the decisions and discoveries are made. Where the unexpected meets the intentional. And that's where things get really interesting"
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The next day : transitions, change, and moving forward
by Melinda French Gates
"In a rare window into some of her life's pivotal moments, Melinda French Gates draws from previously untold stories to offer a new perspective on encountering transitions. "You don't get to be my age without navigating all kinds of transitions. Some youembraced and some you never expected. Some you hoped for and some you fought as hard as you could." - Melinda French Gates Transitions are moments in which we step out of our familiar surroundings and into a new landscape-a space that, for many people, is shadowed by confusion, fear, and indecision. The Next Day accompanies readers as they cross that space, offering guidance on how to make the most of the time between an ending and a new beginning and how to move forward into the next day when the groundbeneath you is shifting. In this book, Melinda will reflect, for the first time in print, on some of the most significant transitions in her own life, including becoming a parent, the death of a dear friend, and her departure from the Gates Foundation. The stories she tells illuminate universal lessons about loosening the bonds of perfectionism, helping friends navigate times of crisis, embracing uncertainty, and more. Each one of us, no matter who we are or where we are in life, is headed toward transitions of our own. With her signature warmth and grace, Melinda candidly shares stories of times when she was in need of wisdom and shines a path through the open space stretching out before us all"
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Yet here I am : lessons from a Black man's search for home
by Jonathan Capehart
"MSNBC anchor Jonathan Capehart is one of the most recognizable faces in cable news. But long before that success, Capehart spent his boyhood growing up without his father, shuttling back and forth between New Jersey and rural Severn, North Carolina, contemplating the complexities of race and identity as they shifted around him. It was never easy bridging two worlds; whether being told he was too smart or not smart enough, too black or not black enough, Capehart struggled to find his place. Then, an internship at The Today Show altered the course of his life, bringing him one step closer to his dream. From there, Capehart embarks on a journey of self-discovery. Yet Here I Am takes us along that journey, from his years at Carleton College, where he learnsto embrace his identity as a gay, black man surrounded by a likeminded community; to his decision to come out to his family, risking rejection; and finally to his move to New York City, where time and again he stumbles and picks himself up as he blazes apath to become the familiar face in news we know today. Honest and endearing, Yet Here I Am is an inspirational memoir of identity, opportunity, and of finding one's voice and purpose along the way"
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The warrior : Rafael Nadal and his kingdom of clay
by Christopher Clarey
"Nadal has won big on tennis's many surfaces en route to becoming one of the greatest players of all time: securing two Wimbledon titles on grass and four U.S. Open titles on cushioned acrylic hardcourts. But clay, the slowest and grittiest of the game'splaygrounds, is where it all comes together best for his tactical skills, whipping topspin forehand and gladiatorial mindset. Clay is to Rafael Nadal what water is to Michael Phelps, which helps explain one of the most impressive individual sports achievements of the 21st century"
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The last secret agent : my life as a spy behind Nazi lines
by Pippa Latour
This posthumously published memoir details the remarkable life of Pippa Latour, the last surviving female British operative of WWII, who conducted sabotage and intelligence work in occupied France, risking her life to fight against Nazi forces and then keeping her actions secret for decades.
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Fight : inside the wildest battle for the White House
by Jonathan Allen
"The authors of the #1 New York Times bestseller Shattered provide a revelatory, inside look at the Biden, Harris, and Trump camps during the 2024 battle for the White House, arguably the most consequential contest in American history. The ride was so wild that it forced a sitting president to drop his re-election bid, a once and future president to survive felony convictions and a would-be assassin's bullet, and a vice president, unexpectedly thrust into the arena, to mount an unprecedented 107-day campaign to lead the free world. Fight is the backstage story of bloodsport politics in its rawest form--the clawing, backstabbing, and rabble-rousing that drove Donald Trump into the White House and Democrats into the wilderness. At every turn, the combatants went for the jugular, whether they were facing down rivals in the other party or their own. Bestselling authors Jonathan Allen and Amie Parnes give readers their first graphic view of the characters, their motivations, and their innermost thoughts as they battled to claim the ultimate prize and define a political era. Based on real-time interviews with more than 150 insiders--from the Trump, Harris, and Biden inner circles, as well as party leaders and operatives--Fight delivers the vivid and stunning tale of an election unlike any other"
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Dictionary of fine distinctions : nuances, niceties, and subtle shades of meaning : an assorted synonymy & encyclopedia of commonly confused objects, ideas & words, distinguished with the aid of illustrations
by Eli Burnstein
"Swamp or bog? Guilt or shame? Club soda or sparkling water? From food to fashion, ethics to architecture, there are thousands of words and ideas that we tend to collapse, conflate, or confuse. For hairsplitters and language lovers, Dictionary of Fine Distinctions explores the world of the vanishingly small, offering up witty deep dives and lively illustrations to help sharpen these subtle difference and bring us clarity at last"
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On muscle : the stuff that moves us and why it matters
by Bonnie Tsui
The bestselling author of Why We Swim presents a mind-expanding exploration of muscle?—?from our ancient obsession with the ideal human form to the modern science of this amazing and adaptable tissue?—?that will change how you think about what moves us through the world.
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Lollapalooza : the uncensored story of alternative rock's wildest festival
by Richard Bienstock
"With a Foreword by Kim Thayil of Soundgarden! The definitive, no-holds-barred oral history of 1990s alt-rock festival Lollapalooza---told by the musicians, roadies, and industry insiders who lived it. From the New York Times bestselling authors of Nothin' But A Good Time. In Lollapalooza: The Uncensored Story of Alternative Rock's Wildest Festival, New York Times bestselling authors Richard Bienstock and Tom Beaujour tell the no-holds-barred history of the iconic music festival. Through hundreds of new interviews with artists, tour founders, festival organizers, promoters, publicists, sideshow freaks, stage crews, record label execs, reporters, roadies and more, Lollapalooza chronicles the tour's pioneering 1991-1997 run, and, in the process, alternative rock's rise---as well as the reverberations that led to a massive shift in the music industry and the culture at large. Lollapalooza features original interviews with some of the biggest names in music, including Perry Farrell and Jane's Addiction, Pearl Jam, Soundgarden, Nine Inch Nails, Sonic Youth, Tool, Smashing Pumpkins, Ice-T, Rage Against the Machine, Green Day, Patti Smith, Alice in Chains, Metallica and many more. Conceived by Farrell as a farewell tour for Jane's Addiction, Lollapalooza's inaugural outing across the U.S. in the summer of 1991 helped to coalesce an ideology and aesthetic that not only washed over popular music but seeped into fashion, film, television, literature, food, politics and more. Throughout the decade, Lollapalooza offered a vast and diverse ensemble of bands, breaking barriers of genre and uniting alternative rock, heavy metal, punk, hip-hop, industrial, goth, avant-garde, spoken word, electronic dance music and other styles under one big tent, and setting the template for the modern American music festival and the scores of other contemporary destination fests that are now an integral part of how audiences experience live music. Unorthodox not just in music, Lollapalooza also spotlighted visual arts, nonprofit organizations, political outfits and even the occasional freak show, offering a tantalizing cocktail of culture, art, and activism that, taken together, defined the alternative mindset that dominated the 1990s. Echoes of its impact reverberate strongly today - cemented by annual sell-outs at destination events all over the world, an estimation of 400,000 attendees at the flagship Chicago fest each summer, and a spot among the world's largest and longest-running music festivals. A nostalgic look back at 1990s music and culture, Lollapalooza traces the festival's groundbreaking origins, following the tour as it progresses through the decade, and documenting the action onstage, backstage, and behind-the-scenes in detailed and uncensored and sometimes shocking first-person accounts. This is the story of Lollapalooza and the 1990s alternative rock revolution"
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John & Paul : a love story in songs
by Ian Leslie
"John Lennon and Paul McCartney knew each other for twenty-three years, from 1957 to 1980. This book is the myth-shattering biography of a relationship that changed the cultural history of the world. The Beatles shook the world to its core in the 1960's and, to this day, new generations continue to fall in love with their songs and their story. At the heart of this phenomenon lies the dynamic between John Lennon and Paul McCartney. Few other musical partnerships have been rooted in such a deep, intense and complicated personal relationship. John and Paul's relationship was defined by its complexity: compulsive, tender and tempestuous; full of longing, riven by jealousy. Like the band, their relationship was always in motion, never in equilibrium for long. John & Paul traces its twists and turns and reveals how these shifts manifested themselves in the music. The two of them shared a private language, rooted in the stories, comedy and songs they both loved as teenagers, and later, in the lyrics of Beatlessongs. In John & Paul, acclaimed writer Ian Leslie uses the songs they wrote to trace the shared journey of these two compelling men before, during, and after The Beatles. Drawing on recently released footage and recordings, Leslie offers us an intimate and insightful new look at two of the greatest icons in music history, and rich insights into the nature of creativity, collaboration, and human intimacy"
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Microsoft 365 Excel
by David H. Ringstrom
"Knowing a little about Excel is essential for almost every profession. Knowing a lot about Excel makes you one of the most valuable people in the office. 'Microsoft 365 Excel' helps you build your spreadsheet skills as it walks you through the basics ofcreating a spreadsheet, organizing data, performing calculations, and creating charts and graphs in Microsoft's powerful spreadsheet software"
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Microsoft SharePoint
by Rosemarie Withee
Featuring step-by-step instructions for adapting and customizing SharePoint for your own organization, this practical guide unlocks a vast array of collaborative and remote working capabilities and possibilities
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Microsoft 365 Word
by Dan Gookin
"This latest edition of Word For Dummies is packed with the essentials you need to turn any old copy of the famous word processor into a document-creating, table-formatting, graphics-editing super app. You'll even learn how to customize your version of Microsoft Word so it's absolutely perfect for you, at home and at work"
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Cybersecurity
by Joseph Steinberg
Explore the latest developments in cybersecurity with this essential guide
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Ancestors : identity and DNA in the Levant
by Pierre A. Zalloua
An authority on population genetics presents an exploration of ancestry, genetics and identity in the Middle East, challenging oversimplified notions of ethnicity and culture while examining the complex interplay of history, migration and what it truly means to be indigenous. Illustrations.
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How countries go broke : the big cycle
by Ray Dalio
"Do big government debts threaten our collective well-being? Are there limits to debt growth? Can a big, important reserve currency country like the United States really go broke--and what would that look like? For decades, politicians, policymakers, andinvestors have debated these questions, but the answers have eluded them. In this groundbreaking book, Ray Dalio, one of the greatest investors of our time who anticipated the 2008 global financial crisis and the 2010-12 European debt crisis, shares for the first time his detailed explanation of what he calls the 'Big Debt Cycle.' Understanding this cycle is critical for helping policymakers, investors, and the general public grasp where we are and where we are headed with the debt issue. Dalio's model points toward surprisingly straightforward solutions for dealing with the debt problems that the US, Europe, Japan, and China face today. How Countries Go Broke also shows how these debt problems are related to the other forces--political within countries,geopolitical between countries, natural (droughts, floods, and pandemics), and technological (most importantly, AI)--that together are causing what Dalio calls the 'Overall Big Cycle' changes in the world order. By reading this book, you will improve your understanding of what's happening now and what to do about it"
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Ocean : Earth's last wilderness
by David Attenborough
"Through personal stories, history and cutting-edge science, Ocean uncovers the mystery, the wonder, and the frailty of the most unexplored habitat on our planet--the one which shapes the land we live on, regulates our climate, and creates the air we breathe. This book showcase the oceans' remarkable resilience: they can, and in some cases have, recovered the fastest, if we only give them the chance. Drawing a course across David Attenborough's own lifetime, Ocean takes readers on an adventure-laden voyage through eight unique ocean habitats, countless intriguing species, and the most astounding discoveries of the last 100 years, to a future vision of a fully restored marine world--one even more spectacular than we could possibly hope for. Ocean reveals the past, present and potential future of our blue planet. It is a book almost a century in the making, but one that has never been more urgently needed"
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Marketcrafters : the 100-year struggle to shape the American economy
by Chris Hughes
An economist and writer presents a revelatory and unexpected history of the rise of American capitalism—and an argument that entrepreneurial leaders in government, not the mythical“free market,” created the most dynamic economy the world has ever known. Illustrations.
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The Ocean Book : The Stories, Science, and History of Oceans
by Inc. Dorling Kindersley
Earth owes its identity as the blue planet to the vast oceans of water that cover almost 70 percent of its surface. Home to an abundance of marine life and vital in regulating Earth's climate, the oceans are also the scene of daring exploits of exploration, intense rivalries between trading empires, and global warfare. Combining arresting photography; rich illustrations; and engaging, expertly written text, The Ocean Book showcases the landscapes; plants and animals; and captivating human stories of the world's oceans.
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Crystals, rocks, and gemstones : exploring Earth's treasures
by Kelsey Oseid
A writer, illustrator and crafter reveals the natural history, cultural significance and mesmerizing beauty of over 80 stones, exploring their formation, colors and uses through fascinating facts and illustrations for nature lovers and crystal enthusiasts alike. Illustrations.
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Apocalypse : how catastrophe transformed our world and can forge new futures
by Lizzie Wade
A new view on the great human tradition of apocalypse, from the rise of Homo sapiens in our deep past to the climate instability of our present, and a look at how the new tools of archaeology reveal these upheavals as moments that created the world we live in and continue to offer surprising opportunities for radical change. Maps.
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Sea of grass : the conquest, ruin, and redemption of nature on the American prairie
by Dave Hage
"The North American prairie is an ecological marvel. One cubic yard of prairie sod contains so many organisms that it rivals the tropical rainforest for biological diversity. And like the rainforest, it showcases nature's prodigious talent for symbiosis.The lush carpet of grasses feeds a huge population of grazing animals and is home to some of the nation's most iconic creatures--bison, elk, wolves, pronghorn, prairie dogs, and bald eagles. These creatures return the favor by spreading nitrogen and seeds across the prairie in their manure, and the grazers in turn feed prairie predators, and when they die, they return their store of organic matter to the living soil. When European settlers encountered the prairie nearly 200 years ago, rather than recognizing a natural wonder they saw a daunting landscape of root-tangled soil. But with the development of the steel plow, artificial drainage, and nitrogen fertilizers, in mere decades they converted the prairie into some of the richest farmland on Earth--a transformation unprecedented in human history. American farmers fed the industrial revolution and made North America a breadbasket for the world, but their progress came at a terrible cost: the forced dislocation of indigenous peoples, pollution of the continent's rivers, and the catastrophic loss of wildlife. Today, as these trends build toward an environmental crisis, industrial agriculture has resumed its assault on the prairie, plowing up the remaining grasslands at the rate of one million acres a year. Farmers have an opportunity to protect this extraordinary landscape, but trying new ideas can mean ruin in a business with razor-thin margins and will require help from Washington, D.C., and from consumers who care about the land that feeds them. Veteran journalists and Midwesterners Dave Hage and Josephine Marcotty follow the history of humanity's relationship with this incredible land, offering a deep, compassionate analysis of the difficult decisions as well as opportunities facing agricultural and Indigenous communities. Sea of Grass is a vivid portrait of one of the world's most miraculous and significant ecosystems, making clear why the future of this region is of essential concern far beyond the heartland"
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Golf
by Gary McCord
"Level up your own golf game, or enjoy the sport as a spectator Golf is a great sport for all types of people. It's a low impact form of exercise, a social activity, and it gets you outdoors. Golf For Dummies teaches you the rules of the game and gives you tips on improving your play. If you're more of a spectator, you'll love this book's coverage of the latest golf trends and the best players on the pro courses. Helpful illustrations make it easy to understand how golf really works, so you can step ontothe green with confidence. In this new edition, you can learn all about new golf formats and recent changes to the rulebook. Ready to play a round? Understand golf basics, perfect your swing, and master the mental game Follow simple instructions and diagrams to improve your grips and stances Learn how the sport of golf is changing, at the amateur and professional levels Improve your golf game with advice from a championship-winning golfer This is a great Dummies guide for anyone looking for a general introduction to the sport, as well as current players who want to take their game to the next level. Have fun when you hit the links!"
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Play harder : the triumph of Black baseball in America
by Gerald Lyn Early
Offers an authoritative exploration of how Black Americans have shaped baseball from its emergence after the Civil War to the Negro Leagues and Jackie Robinson's breaking the color barrier, to today's game?—?by an award-winning author in collaboration with the National Baseball Hall of Fame. Illustrations.
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Death of a racehorse : an American story
by Katie Bo Lillis
The dark side of modern horseracing is exposed through high-profile doping scandals, class tensions and the relentless pursuit of profit, revealing how financial greed endangers thoroughbreds while exploring the industry's moral failings and potential paths to reform
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Wild/Hurt : Poems
by Meg Ford
Wild/Hurt by Meg Ford takes the abstract ‘journey’ of trauma recovery and makes it concrete with interactive poetics. The reader can follow multiple paths that mirror the choices, experiences, and struggles one makes when reclaiming themselves in the face of sexual abuse. While being intensely personal, Wild/Hurt moves resonantly through memory and healing in a way that can speak to many survivors.
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Questions Without Answers
by Sarah Manguso
Compiles thoughtful and whimsical questions from children, paired with illustrations, capturing their intuitive and philosophical curiosity on topics ranging from everyday moments to life's profound mysteries, celebrating the unique perspectives of young minds. Illustrations.
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Writing on empty : a guide to finding your voice
by Natalie Goldberg
"Bestselling author and teacher Natalie Goldberg shares her inspiring personal journey out of a devastating period of writer's block and back into a life of growth, creativity, and healing. Natalie Goldberg has been writing for the past fifty years. But at the beginning of the pandemic, she suddenly wasn't able to write anymore. Her imaginative wellspring had dried up, and she was forced to ask herself: what do I do when what has always worked for me doesn't work anymore? In this beautifully written, inspiring personal account, Natalie shares her harrowing journey out of creative paralysis and back onto the page. When all of her tried and true methods - meditation, sitting still, writing practice - stopped working, she had to take drastic action. She gotinto her car and left New Mexico in search of a new inventive source. In her journey through the western states, she visited famous literary sites, searching for the spark that would reignite her ability to write. And, next to Hemingway's grave, she found it. "Get going," he seemed to say to her, and she did. Now, Natalie shares her story of traveling through literary and personal memory to clarify her way forward, struggling to make sense of her difficult relationships with parents and teachers, and digging into her long-held grief. Ultimately, she discovers how to write through the emptiness in order to fill up the world with compassion, healing, and renewed liveliness. For anyone struggling to reconnect with their own creative source, Writing on Emptyis a gentle and instructive guidebook back to remembering what truly matters"
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Love is for all of us : poems of tenderness and belonging : from the LGBTQ+ community and friends
by James Crews
"Edited by James Crews with his husband, Brad Peacock, and illustrated by Lisa Congdon, these compassionate poems of connection and affirmation are a celebration of all kinds of love-romantic, family, friendship, self-love, and love for nature. The poemsare gathered from a diverse group of contemporary writers, both allied and part of the LGBTQIA+ community, with a special focus on queer, nonbinary, and transgender poets"-- Provided by publisher
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Things in nature merely grow
by Yiyun Li
"Yiyun Li's remarkable, defiant work of radical acceptance as she considers the loss of her son James"
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No straight road takes you there : essays for uneven terrain
by Rebecca Solnit
"Beginning with an essay about a three-hundred-year-old violin and what it can tell us about forests, abundance, and climate, and ending with on about a prisoner dreaming of seeing the ocean, No Straight Road Takes You There deftly bridges the political and the literary, offering unique insights, nuanced understanding, and inspiration for the challenging work ahead. In her latest essay collection, the award-winning author explores climate change, feminism, democracy, hope, and power and its abuse. Throughout she asks us to heed the stories we tell or have been told, and the ways those stories can be, or should be changed. Solnit offers a reappraisal of the value of indirect consequences, an embrace of unpredictability, slowness, and imperfection in the politics of how to change the world"
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How to giggle : a guide to taking life less seriously
by Paige DeSorbo
"Finding joy and laughter in the mundane can be challenging at times, but Hannah Berner and Paige DeSorbo have mastered the art of not taking life too seriously. Brought together under the bright lights of reality television, these best friends bonded inincredibly intense circumstances. They quickly came to realize that one of the bedrocks of their friendship is their shared experience with social anxiety. As their friendship deepened, they found themselves constantly devolving into laughter, earning them the nickname "The Giggly Squad," and with that, their superpower-laughing through life's hardest moments-was born. Their podcast, Giggly Squad, feels like calling your best friend for a long overdue catch-up. No topic is off limits. No subject too small. And, most importantly, nothing is so serious that you can't find a way to make it seem less scary by poking fun at it"
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Lonely Planet Where to Go When With Kids
by Lonely Planet
From spotting throngs of penguins on South Africa's Boulders Beach in January to seeing Hong Kong's dazzling festoon of lights at the city's seasonal Winterfest in December, Where To Go When With Kids is the comprehensive trip planner of inspiring month-by-month adventures to spark your family's curiosity and create memories to last a lifetime.
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Lonely Planet Women Travel Solo
by Lonely Planet
Packed with candid first-person accounts from brilliant women including a retired nomad, a keen cyclist, a circus artist, a woman celebrating sobriety, a college graduate, and many more: this is the ultimate book of courage to inspire budding female globetrotters to embrace the transformative power of travelling solo.
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Lonely Planet Greece
by Alexis Averbuck
Discover Greece's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from village-hopping on Tinos to discover some of the best regional food and tavernas, to sailing to Delos to marvel at ancient wonders, and swimming under waterfalls on the beautiful island of Samos.
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Europe
by Nicola Brady
"From the modern galleries of Berlin to the ancient ruins of Rome, Europe's capitals host a seemingly endless array of attractions. Venture outside the cities and you'll discover a diverse landscape ranging from snow-capped mountains to balmy beaches. And all across the continent, a plethora of tantalizing cuisine tempts the taste buds"
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Rick Steves Italy.
by Rick Steves
An updated edition of a popular traveler's guide to Italy offers comprehensive recommendations for a multi-week trip, covering everything from major cities and the Forum to the Colosseum and Michelangelo's David while providing walking-tour options and helpful Italian phrases
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Things become other things : a walking memoir
by Craig Mod
"Photographer and essayist Craig Mod is a veteran of long solo walks. But in 2021, during the pandemic shutdown of Japan's borders, one particular walk around the Kumano Kodō routes--the ancient pilgrimage paths of Japan's southern Kii Peninsula--took on an unexpectedly personal new significance. Mod found himself reflecting on his own childhood in a post-industrial American town, his experiences as an adoptee, his unlikely relocation to Japan at nineteen, and his relationship with one lost friend,whose life was tragically cut short after their paths diverged. For Mod, the walk became a tool to bear witness to a quiet grace visible only when "you're bored out of your skull and the miles left are long." Tracing a 300-mile-long journey, Things Become Other Things folds together history, literature, poetry, Shinto and Buddhist spirituality, and contemporary rural life in Japan via dozens of conversations with aging fishermen, multi-generational inn owners, farmers, and kissaten cafe "mamas." Along the way, Mod communes with mountain fauna, marvels over evidence of bears and boars, and hopscotches around leeches. He encounters whispering priests and foul-mouthed little kids who ask him, "Just what the heck are you, anyway?" Through sharp prose and hiscurious archive of photographs, he records evidence of floods and tsunamis, the disappearance of village life on the peninsula, and the capricious fecundity of nature"
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