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New Titles - Reference
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Symbols: A Universal Language
Joseph Piercy · Michael O'Mara
Pages: 224
Format: Paperback
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From logos to flags to punctuation marks, symbols are all around us. But we're so used to seeing them that we never question why, for instance, the heart symbol is anatomically incorrect or why the Bluetooth symbol is named after a 10th-century Danish king in need of dental work. Symbols... |
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Avoid Them Like the Plague: A Book of Clichés
Nigel Fountain · Michael O'Mara
Pages: 192
Format: Paperback
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Let's cut to the chase: clichés are a familiar part of the English language, but to be honest, many have been so over-used that they have become trite, meaningless, and rather irritating. With this informative and humorous book, you are in a safe pair of hands as you learn about the origins... |
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The Encyclopedia of Animal Predators: Learn about Each Predator's Traits and Behaviors; Identify the Tracks and Signs of More Than 50 Predators; Protect Your Livestock, Poultry, and Pets
Janet Vorwald Dohner · Storey Publishing, LLC
Pages: 288
Format: Hardcover
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Learn to identify threatening species through tracks, scat, and the damage they leave behind. Fascinating profiles of more than 50 predatory mammals, birds, and reptiles teach farmers, ranchers, homesteaders, and backyard-animal raisers how to prevent their livestock, poultry, and pets... |
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The Little Book of Country Music Wisdom
Chris Parton · Lyons Press
Pages: 288
Format: Hardcover
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Illustrated wisdom from country stars past and present Country Music Association estimates 42% of American adults (98 million-plus) are country music fans From country legends and stars of today - many interviewed by the author Country-inspired, colorful design with full illustrations... |
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The Barstool Book of Sports: Stats, Stories, and Other Stuff for Drunken Debate
Andrew Daniels · Lyons Press
Pages: 280
Format: Hardcover
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Sports debates are the foundation of every fan's night out. But it's not enough merely to have these inebriated arguments - you must win them, too. Enter The Barstool Book Of Sports: a disorderly debate bible that's jam-packed with hilarious lists, irreverent sidebars, and edgy... |
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