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The Tree Book: The Stories, Science, and History of Trees

DK - ?DK
Format: Hardcover

The secret world of trees is revealed in this beautiful and absorbing guide to the giants of the plant world.  Trees occur naturally throughout the world and have been a part of human history almost as long as humans have existed. Used for shelter, tools, fuel, and food, they also help...
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20 Things I Know for Sure: Principles for Cultivating a Peaceful Life (Meditation for Fans of Let Go Now)

Karen Casey - Conari Press
Format: Paperback

Simple Truths for a Peaceful LifeA collection of contemplations on life, spirituality, and peace of mind from a much-loved self-help author.Cultivating a Path Toward Peace. When Karen Casey chose to commit to a spiritual path, her direction in life changed. Gentle and honest, she looks...
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Let Faith Grow: Running Through Adversity

Ben Hinton - Independently published
Format: Paperback

Let Faith Grow: Running Through Adversity is an inspiring story that delves into the remarkable life journey of Ben Hinton, a marathon runner, devoted Christian, and a man whose relentless spirit has overcome unimaginable challenges.. Born with a rare brain inflammation disease, Ben's...
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Jn Leifs and the Musical Invention of Iceland

Arni Heimir Ingolfsson - Indiana University Press
Format: Hardcover

In Jn Leifs and the Musical Invention of Iceland, rni Heimir Inglfsson provides a striking account of the dramatic career of Iceland's iconic composer. Leifs (1899-1968) was the first Icelander to devote himself fully to composition at a time when a local music scene was only beginning...
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Colombiana: A Rediscovery of Recipes and Rituals from the Soul of Colombia

Mariana Velasquez - Harper Wave
Format: Hardcover

A recipe developer and food stylist - whose work has taken her across the globe to work with clients like Michelle Obama and into the test kitchens of today's most esteemed culinary publications - pays homage to her native country with this vibrant, visually stunning cooking, the first...
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Fraiche Food, Full Hearts: A Collection of Recipes for Every Day and Casual Celebrations

Jillian Harris - Penguin Canada
Format: Hardcover

TV host and lifestyle influencer Jillian Harris and registered dietitian Tori Wesszer invite you into their world full of family, food, and casual celebrations.Living a stone's throw from each other, cousins Jillian and Tori grew up in a tight-knit family and were brought up like sisters....
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100 Questions & Answers About Ovarian Cancer

Don S. Dizon
Format: Paperback(4th ed.)


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The Decisive Manager: Get Results, Build Morale, and Be the Boss Your People Deserve

Barbara Mitchell - Career Press
Format: Paperback

The Decisive Manager is an ideal resource for anyone, at any level, who manages people and the problems that arise. It's an essential read for working out complicated issues involving your team members, addressing problem areas, and getting everyone on track to succeed.. People issues....
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Attention Span: A Groundbreaking Way to Restore Balance, Happiness and Productivity

Gloria Mark - Hanover Square Press
Format: Hardcover

Rediscover your ability to pay attention with this groundbreaking new approach from "the definitive expert on distraction and multitasking" (Cal Newport) .We spend an average of just 47 seconds on any screen before shifting our attention. It takes 25 minutes to bring our attention...
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Orca: How We Came to Know and Love the Ocean's Greatest Predator

Jason M Colby - Oxford University Press
Format: Hardcover

Since the release of the documentary Blackfish in 2013, millions around the world have focused on the plight of the orca, the most profitable and controversial display animal in history. Yet, until now, no historical account has explained how we came to care about killer whales in the first...
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