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NFL Century: The One-Hundred-Year Rise of America's Greatest Sports League

Joe Horrigan · Crown
Pages: 384
Format: Hardcover

From the former executive director of the Pro Football Hall of Fame comes a sweeping and lively history of the National Football League, timed to coincide with the NFL's 100th anniversary season. "I can think of no one better qualified - or more enthusiastic - to chronicle the National...
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Scam Me If You Can: Simple Strategies to Outsmart Today's Ripoff Artists

Frank Abagnale · Portfolio
Pages: 336
Format: Paperback

Frank Abagnale (whose life as a con man was depicted in the movie Catch Me If You Can) reveals the methods used by the world's most skillful con artists to steal billions of dollars each year from unsuspecting Americans--and teaches 5 simple rules that will help us protect...
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Tough Cases: Judges Tell the Stories of Some of the Hardest Decisions They've Ever Made

Russell Canan · The New Press
Pages: 320
Format: Hardcover

A rare and illuminating view of how judges decide dramatic legal cases - Law and Order from behind the bench - including the Elián González, Terri Schiavo, and Scooter Libby cases Prosecutors and defense attorneys have it easy - all they have to do is to present the evidence and make...
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How to Houseplant: A Beginner's Guide to Making and Keeping Plant Friends

Heather Rodino · Sterling
Pages: 192
Format: Hardcover

A fun, gifty guide to growing and caring for the top 50 houseplants! Houseplants are more popular than ever: as expert writer and gardening enthusiast Heather Rodino notes, "plants have demonstrated therapeutic value, clean the air, and are an affordable way of decorating, adding...
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30 Knitted Headbands and Ear Warmers: Stylish Designs for Every Occasion

Jenise Hope · Stackpole Books
Pages: 128
Format: Paperback

There are so many reasons that headbands, ear warmers, and other types of head wraps are ever-popular! They can be used to keep your hair back, block the wind from your ears during outdoor activities, and add a little warmth without resorting to a hat, all while making a chic fashion statement.This...
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Mythos

Stephen Fry · Chronicle Books
Pages: 352
Format: Hardcover

Here are the thrills, grandeur, and unabashed fun of the Greek myths, stylishly retold by Stephen Fry. The legendary writer, actor, and comedian breathes life into ancient tales, from Pandora's box to Prometheus's fire, and transforms the adventures of Zeus and the Olympians into emotionally...
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Spiced: Unlock the Power of Spices to Transform Your Cooking

America's Test Kitchen · America's Test Kitchen
Pages: 304
Format: Hardcover

Harness the power of spices to take your dishes from simple to spectacular with 125 exciting recipes, plus find easy spice blends you can use many ways.Spices: You probably have a cabinet full of them, but do you know how to make the most of them? Spiced opens up the world of possibility...
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Shifting into High Gear: One Man's Grave Diagnosis and the Epic Bike Ride That Taught Him What Matters

Kyle Bryant · HCI
Pages: 220
Format: Paperback

Shifting Into High Gear charts the course of Kyle Bryant's transformation as he journeys on a recumbent tricycle across the United States in the throes of Friedreich's ataxia, a life-shortening and disabling disease. Full of humor and reflection, it's a heroic journey of a man driven to reframe...
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The Lifelong Gardener: Garden with Ease and Joy at Any Age

Toni Gattone · Timber Press
Pages: 216
Format: Hardcover

"The secret to making the most of later life is to keep doing what you love. With practical advice and gentle inspiration, Gattone shows us how gardening can work for people of any age." - Carl Honoré, author of In Praise of Slowness You can keep gardening for life, you just...
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I Know What I Am: The Life and Times of Artemisia Gentileschi

Gina Siciliano · Fantagraphics
Pages: 232
Format: Hardcover

This is a graphic biography of a pioneering woman painter in 17th century Rome. In 17th century Rome, where women are expected to be chaste and yet are viewed as prey by powerful men, the extraordinary painter Artemisia Gentileschi fends off constant sexual advances as she works to become...
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Into the Planet: My Life as a Cave Diver

Jill Heinerth · Ecco
Pages: 288
Format: Hardcover

From one of the world's most renowned cave divers, a firsthand account of exploring the earth's final frontier: the hidden depths of our oceans and the sunken caves inside our planetMore people have died exploring underwater caves than climbing Mount Everest, and we know more about deep...
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The Conscious Closet: The Revolutionary Guide to Looking Good While Doing Good

Elizabeth L. Cline · Plume
Pages: 368
Format: Paperback

From journalist, fashionista, and clothing resale expert Elizabeth L. Cline, "the Michael Pollan of fashion,"* comes the definitive guide to building an ethical, sustainable wardrobe you'll love.Clothing is one of the most personal expressions of who we are. In her landmark investigation...
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Pleased to Meet Me: Genes, Germs, and the Curious Forces That Make Us Who We Are

Bill Sullivan · National Geographic
Pages: 336
Format: Hardcover

Why are you attracted to a certain "type?" Why are you a morning person? Why do you vote the way you do? From a witty new voice in popular science comes a clever, life-changing look at what makes you you."I can't believe I just said that." "What possessed me to do that?"...
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Neil Gaiman's Snow, Glass, Apples

Neil Gaiman · Dark Horse Books
Pages: 64
Format: Hardcover

A chilling fantasy retelling of the Snow White fairy tale by New York Times bestselling creators Neil Gaiman and Colleen Doran!A not-so-evil queen is terrified of her monstrous stepdaughter and determined to repel this creature and save her kingdom from a world where happy endings aren't...
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We Were Rich and We Didn't Know It: A Memoir of My Irish Boyhood

Tom Phelan · Gallery Books
Pages: 224
Format: Hardcover

In the tradition of Frank McCourt's Angela's Ashes and Alice Taylor's To School Through the Fields, Tom Phelan's We Were Rich and We Didn't Know It is a heartfelt and masterfully written memoir of growing up in Ireland in the 1940s.Tom Phelan, who was born and raised in County Laois in the Irish...
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Ultimate Job Search: Master the Art of Finding Your Ideal Job, Getting an Interview and Networking

CAROLYN WILLIAMSON · Kogan Page
Pages: 256
Format: Paperback

Do you want to find your ideal job? Do you need to be able to prepare an excellent CV, answer tough interview questions and impress prospective employers? A 'one-stop shop' for all job hunters, this 5th edition of Ultimate Job Search takes the stress out of job hunting and provides advice...
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Living with Color: Inspiration and How-Tos to Brighten Up Your Home

Rebecca Atwood · Clarkson Potter
Pages: 272
Format: Hardcover

Discover inspiration from the most colorful homes in America with this vibrant lookbook and style manual that brings the magic of color into your home - from the author of Living with Pattern Personalizing your color palette may be one of the most important decisions you make in your home....
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Stop Self-Sabotage: Six Steps to Unlock Your True Motivation, Harness Your Willpower, and Get Out of Your Own Way

Judy Ho PhD · Harper Wave
Pages: 304
Format: Hardcover

Award-winning clinical psychologist and TV personality Dr. Judy Ho helps you stop the cycle of self-sabotage, clear a path to lasting happiness, and start living your best life in this a must-have guide perfect for fans of You Are a Badass, Unf*ck Yourself, and How to Stop Feeling Like...
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The Art of Finding the Job You Love: An Unconventional Guide to Work with Meaning

Cara Heilmann · Morgan James Publishing
Pages: 146
Format: Paperback

He wants to do something new, maybe a little bit righteous. She sees herself leading a nonprofit or creating a medical device that saves lives in the remotest parts of the world. However, the search process has changed radically from the last time they looked for a job. Like many job seekers,...
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The Winter Garden: Over 35 step-by-step projects for small spaces using foliage and flowers, berries and blooms, and herbs and produce

Emma Hardy · CICO Books
Pages: 144
Format: Paperback

Bring color and life to your garden during the cold winter months with Emma Hardy's wonderful planting ideas.There are plenty of creative ways here to bring vitality to your backyard in winter, with ideas for planting pots, forcing bulbs, growing winter crops, and more. In the first chapter,...
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Alexander the Great: His Life and His Mysterious Death

Anthony Everitt · Random House
Pages: 496
Format: Hardcover

What can we learn from the stunning rise and mysterious death of the ancient world's greatest conqueror? An acclaimed biographer reconstructs the life of Alexander the Great in this magisterial revisionist portrait. More than two millennia have passed since Alexander the Great built an empire...
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Handmade Animal Dolls: 20 Simple Sewing Patterns for Stylish Toys

Melissa Lowry · Page Street Publishing
Pages: 192
Format: Paperback

Craft Your Own Charming Characters with Impeccable StyleDesigned with her own kids in mind, these beautiful plush toys are infused with Melissa Lowry's artful craftsmanship and fresh sense of style. Now you can create your own unique characters and quick-sew fabric accessories. Use easy-to-learn...
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How to Be a Patient: The Essential Guide to Navigating the World of Modern Medicine

Sana Goldberg · Harper Wave
Pages: 496
Format: Paperback

From registered nurse and public health advocate Sana Goldberg, RN, a timely, accessible, and comprehensive handbook to navigating common medical situations. From the routine to the unexpected, How to Be a Patient is your ultimate guide to better healthcare.Did you know that patients have...
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Cook When You Can, Eat When You Want: Prep Once for Delicious Meals All Week

Caroline Pessin · Black Dog & Leventhal
Pages: 256
Format: Hardcover

Cook just once a week for 5 days of delicious meals! This one-of-a-kind, fully-illustrated meal prep cookbook saves you time and money by offering a wide variety of easy-to-make dishes that you'll love to come home to. Getting dinner on the table night after night is a perennial challenge,...
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