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A revolutionary guide to the art of mindful buying that will teach you how to resist cheaply made goods and make smart, fulfilling purchases that last a lifetime. With the whole world trying to convince us to spend our way to happiness, we've been left cluttered, stressed, and unfulfilled. Tara Button, founder of BuyMeOnce, is at the forefront of the global movement to change the way we shop and live forever. Tara advocates a life of mindful buying that celebrates what lasts, giving you exercises that help you curb impulses, ignore trends, and discover your true style.

In this radiant dual biography, Jonathan Bate explores the fascinating parallel lives of John Keats and F. Scott Fitzgerald, writers who worked separately - on different continents, a century apart, in distinct genres - but whose lives uncannily echoed. Using Plutarch’s ancient model of “parallel lives”, Jonathan Bate recasts the inspired lives of two of the greatest and best‑known Romantic writers. Commemorating both the bicentenary of Keats’ death and the centenary of the Roaring Twenties, this is a moving exploration of literary influence.

We all know the feeling of hygge instinctively, but few of us ever manage to capture it for more than a moment. Cravings for comfort, for coziness, for contentment: everyone experiences the desire for a happier, less stressful, and more serene life. One of the preeminent hygge aficionado Lykke Nielsen has traveled the length and breadth of homes and countries to create the perfect guide to cultivate togetherness and joy at the smallest and simplest things in everyday life and being inspired the hygge way.

Discover the lucrative world of commercial carpet cleaning and turn your passion into a profitable business with "The Art of Carpet Cleaning" - your comprehensive guide to building and scaling a successful carpet cleaning enterprise! Dive headfirst into this exciting and rapidly growing industry with an insightful introduction that sets the stage for your journey. Learn how to identify your target market and zero in on the lucrative sub-niches of medical facilities and office buildings. Grasp the numerous benefits of carpet cleaning for commercial spaces and utilize this knowledge to craft ...

Step into the lush landscapes of Hawaii, a paradise where the art of agriculture meets the marvels of modern technology. "Island Harvest" is an enlightening journey through the world of greenhouse farming on these captivating islands, a world where sustainability is not just a practice but a devotion. Embark on a comprehensive exploration that begins with the mesmerizing essence of greenhouse cultivation in Hawaii. Delve deep into the unique climatic and geographic nuances that make this location a haven for farming innovation. With reverent nods to tradition, learn how the ancient and ...

For more than 50 years Michael Green's The Art of Coarse Acting has been essential reading for anyone with a passion for theatre, both amateurs and professionals alike. This acerbic yet affectionate work remains one of the funniest books about acting ever written. It's a "[W]ickedly irreverent" (The Stage) exposé which ridicules pretentiousness, pokes fun at incompetence and disaster and generally lays bare life backstage. Even after all this time it remains true that however much the theatre may change, coarse actors don't.

Step into a verdant world where the whimsy of nature meets the discipline of artistry in "Shaping History," a compelling journey through the graceful and transformative art of topiary. Behold, as our pages unfurl, a lush narrative that transcends time and space, inviting you to explore the intricate dance of human creativity with nature's canvas. "Shaping History" is a meticulously crafted tapestry that weaves together the magnificent tales of topiary from the dawn of ornamental gardens in ancient civilizations to the cutting edge of contemporary design. Traverse through the hidden alcoves ...

With its old-world glamour, sprawling seaside grounds and air of possibility, the Duchess Hotel might just be the place to help four women rediscover who they are and bring some spark back to their lives. When Joan decides to pick up a brush and start painting for the first time in decades, she inspires Frances and Kirrily - and, eventually, Alison - to join her. Over canvas, conversation and creativity they will learn that you should always hold onto your dreams and that new friends can give you the courage to live life on your own terms.

For thousands of years, mending was a deep craft that has for too long been a secret history. But now it's back, bigger and better than ever. In this book, Kate Sekules introduces the art of visible mending as part of an important movement to give fashion back its soul. Part manifesto, part how-to, Mend! calls for bold new ways of keeping clothes and refreshing your style.

Anne of Avonlea is a novel by Lucy Maud Montgomery. It was first published in 1909. Following Anne of Green Gables (1908), the book covers the second chapter in the life of Anne Shirley. This book follows Anne from the age of 16 to 18, during the two years that she teaches at Avonlea school. It includes many of the characters from Anne of Green Gables, as well new ones like Mr. Harrison, Miss Lavendar Lewis, Paul Irving, and the twins Dora and Davy.

In Material, Kary takes listeners along with him to visit some of the places where modern artisans are preserving, and in some cases passing on, the old craft skills. His vivid descriptions and eye for detail make this book a rich and delightful listen, and the natural and cultural history he imparts along the way provides an important context for understanding our own past and the roots of our industrial society. Personal, engaging, and filled with memorable people, landscapes, and scenes, Material is a rich celebration of what it means to imagine and create.

Unlock the secrets of lush urban oases with "Green Thumbs in Small Pots," the definitive guide to transforming even the tiniest of spaces into a thriving garden sanctuary. As city dwellers increasingly yearn for a slice of nature, this eBook arrives as a comprehensive manual to create beautiful, productive container gardens in the concrete jungle. Embark on a journey from the foundations of container gardening to the pinnacle of harvesting your very own bounty. Uncover how limited urban spaces can become a canvas for green creativity, providing not only aesthetic pleasure but also a ...

When he became an undertaker, Rupert Callender undertook to deal with the dead for the sake of the living. This book is his brilliant, unforgettable story—the life and work of the world’s first punk undertaker—but it's also about ordinary, everyday humanity and our capacity to face death with courage and compassion, to say goodbye to the people we love in our own way.

The heart chakra, known as Anahata in Sanskrit, is the fourth chakra in the traditional system of seven energy centers within the human body. Located at the center of the chest, it is associated with love, compassion, forgiveness, and emotional balance. The heart chakra serves as a bridge between the physical and spiritual realms, harmonizing the material and ethereal aspects of existence.

Découvrez la science derrière l'art de la séduction. Avez-vous été malheureux au jeu de l'attraction ? Ou êtes-vous toujours aussi perplexe quant à la façon dont la séduction semble si facile pour certains ? Vous ne comprenez pas comment quelqu'un d'apparemment si banal, ou même inférieur à vos qualités, peut finalement tout avoir ; juste comme ça ? Découvrez comment même une personne ordinaire peut être un grand charmeur.

In this easy-to-follow, action-packed guide, you’ll uncover how to make sustainable fashion choices without breaking the bank. Whether you're new to the world of eco-friendly fashion or looking for ways to refine your style while staying on budget, this book offers practical, realistic tips for creating a wardrobe that reflects your values—without compromising on quality or style.

Coral Castle is the first audiobook to take an objective, journalistic look at one of America's most intriguing places: Coral Castle, located in Homestead, Florida. Edward Leedskalnin, an eccentric Latvian immigrant, built Coral Castle in the 1920s and 30s. Working alone with primitive tools, he quarried, carved, and set in place more than 1,100 tons of coral rock, creating what is commonly known as the American Stonehenge. How he accomplished this amazing feat remains a mystery.

Meist wird der Begriff in zwischenmenschlichen Beziehungen verwendet, doch findet sich Verführung überall - in der Werbung und auch im Beruf, wenn der Chef die Mitarbeiter zu höchstem Einsatz verführt. Psychologe Emory Green ist mit der Kunst der Verführung bestens vertraut. Ist es nicht verlockend, ein Meister der Verführung zu werden? Sagen Sie Ja zu dieser Lebenskunst und besorgen Sie sich mit diesem Buch Ihren perfekten Wegbegleiter!

In literary circles of the mid-twentieth century, father and son, Ikbal and Idries Shah, spread seductive accounts of a mystical Middle East. Pitching themselves as the authentic voice of the Muslim world, they penned travelogues and exotic potboilers alongside weighty tomes on Islam and politics.

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