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Essential Crystal Meditation: Enhance Your Energy with Mantras and Healing Crystals
by Karen FrazierDeepen your meditation with the power of crystals Crystals are a natural tool for channeling positive energy through your body and mind—especially while you meditate. But with all the colors, shapes, and properties of crystals out there, where do you begin? If you're seeking to infuse crystals into your meditation practice, this is your must-have guide to unlocking a new level of wellness. What sets this crystal book apart: The essential stones—Find a clear explanation of crystal healing and how it works, with a convenient list of 50 powerful crystals and their key characteristics. Your crystal companions—Learn how to make sure the right crystal finds you, and discover how to enhance its properties to align with your goals and intentions. Elevated meditations—Put your crystals to use as you meditate with amethyst for better sleep, with rhodochrosite to manifest love, or with aquamarine for finding calm. Supercharge your meditation practice with this book of crystals for beginners.
The Diabetic Cookbook for Electric Pressure Cookers: Instant Healthy Meals for Managing Diabetes
by Shelby Kinnaird MS Simone Harounian RDN, CDCESDiabetes-friendly meals made electric pressure cooker fast. Electric pressure cookers (EPCs) make cooking meals for managing diabetes surprisingly quick and easy. This diabetes cookbook offers simple, tasty recipes, especially for the EPC. You'll learn how to get the most out of your appliance and save time and money while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. From Gouda Egg Casserole with Canadian Bacon to Black Bean Chipotle Chili, The Diabetes Cookbook for Electric Pressure Cookers offers everyday meals that you and your whole family will enjoy. Who knew diabetes-friendly could be this delicious? The Diabetes Cookbook for Electric Pressure Cookers includes: EASY DIETARY GUIDELINES—Guesswork is eliminated and you'll learn how the EPC helps you stay the course. EPC 101—Step-by-step instructions and tips for using the multifunctional settings help you master the EPC. 80 QUICK & HEALTHY RECIPES—All the recipes in this diabetes cookbook require no more than 40 minutes from start to finish. The Diabetes Cookbook for Electric Pressure Cookers is the perfect healthy solution for busy (and hungry) people.
A Thankful Book for Kids: Giving Thanks, Helping Others, and Feeling Grateful
by Stacey FreemanMake gratitude part of every day with this storybook for kids ages 1 to 3 It's never too early for kids to learn the power of gratitude—and this storybook shows them how good it feels to be thankful. As they follow a cast of friendly characters, toddlers will discover how to express gratitude to people in their life, be more empathetic to everyone around them, and appreciate everything from a birthday gift to the feeling of grass between their toes! Give them the best in thankful books for kids with one that: Gets kids involved—This book is written directly to toddlers in language they can understand, so they'll feel immersed in the story and excited to try out the lessons for themselves. Is fun to read aloud—Beautiful illustrations and heartfelt words make this book perfect for kids and parents to explore together. Helps adults set a good example—Find simple ways for grown-ups to model gratitude in their own words and actions. Inspire toddlers to be happier and more self-aware with A Thankful Book for Kids.
The Complete Healthy Eating Cookbook: Fuss-Free Recipes and Flexible Meal Plans for Healthier Living
by Lauren O’Connor MS, RDNGet in the habit of healthy eating with vibrant homemade meals Filling your plate with wholesome, unprocessed ingredients creates a rainbow of possibilities and flavors—and it's easy to do. This complete healthy cookbook shows you how, with recipes, tips, and nutrition information that explains how to build a balanced diet. Find guidance for including fruits, veggies, whole grains, and lean proteins in dishes for every meal, so you can enjoy the health benefits of nourishing ingredients and learn how to make them taste incredible. Natural flavors—From smoothies and stir-fry to spiced chicken and seared fish, the recipes in this healthy cookbook are designed to enhance the flavors of natural foods with homemade sauces, healthy dressings, and spices. Quick, simple, and varied—Find 30-minute and one-pot meals to accommodate every busy schedule, or choose dishes based on dietary preferences such as vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free. Easy meal plans—This healthy cookbook includes meal plans for preparing recipes in advance, so they're ready to eat anytime. Realistic and accessible—Create a healthy lifestyle that's enjoyable to maintain with meals that are nutritious, full of flavor, and made with familiar ingredients. Discover how easy and delicious eating right can be with the ultimate healthy cookbook.
Leadership, Reinvented: How to Foster Empathy, Servitude, Diversity, and Innovation in the Workplace
by Hamza KhanReinvent yourself and your organization with practical strategies and tools for modern leaders Traditional leadership has been long overdue for reinvention. Become a respected and successful leader in the modern workplace with Leadership, Reinvented. You'll find actionable insights, practical advice, and essential strategies for people in various organizations and levels of leadership. Whether you've recently been promoted, are on track for a promotion, or simply want to overhaul your management style, you'll discover exercises and techniques for developing effective leadership skills based on the four pillars: empathy, serving others, diversity, and innovation. Real examples and anecdotal stories will help you apply your learnings in practical ways, and step-by-step instructions will guide you in building your own road map for success. Leadership, Reinvented includes: An intro to new leadership—Learn more about what it means to be a modern leader and the positive impact new leaders can have on the workplace. Diverse experiences—Reflect on the triumphs and challenges of women, people of color, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community and how their leadership experiences add value to the modern workplace. A leadership road map—Map your path to success with templates and helpful guidance to design your own customized leadership plan. Update your leadership style for the modern workplace with practical strategies for new leaders.
Mindfulness OCD Workbook: Effective Mindfulness Strategies to Help You Manage Intrusive Thoughts
by Sarah Fader Robin Taylor Kirk LMFTManaging OCD with mindfulness—break the cycle of intrusive thoughts and live more peacefully People living with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) struggle with unwanted intrusive thoughts and urges that cause anxiety and distress. This mindfulness workbook teaches techniques to help you acknowledge those thoughts and relate to the physical symptoms of anxiety in a new way. With this interactive mindfulness workbook, you'll find exercises to help ground yourself in the present moment, plan mindfulness-based exposure to your triggers, and explore more productive language to describe how you feel. You'll learn how to disengage from distressing thoughts—which can help calm the urge to engage in compulsive behavior. This mindfulness workbook features: 7 Pillars of mindfulness—Every chapter focuses on one of the pillars of mindfulness: Beginner's Mind, Non-judgment, Acceptance, Patience, Trust, Non-striving, and Letting Go—with specific exercises for working on each one. 10-20 Minutes per day—These mindfulness workbook exercises only take a short time, so it's easy and practical to build them into your life. Encouragement and guidance—With supportive words, helpful advice, and space for personal reflection, you'll gradually move through techniques for a variety of intrusive thoughts. Find relief from the intrusive thoughts and urges of OCD with a simple and effective mindfulness workbook.
Organic Gardening for Beginners: An Eco-Friendly Guide to Growing Vegetables, Fruits, and Herbs
by Lisa LombardoThe ultimate starter guide to a naturally healthy home gardenImagine cooking with organic tomatoes right off the vine or seasoning with fresh, homegrown herbs. Organic Gardening for Beginners shows aspiring home gardeners how to get started. Learn to raise dozens of fruits and veggies at home with sustainable and eco-friendly practices that protect the environment and produce safe, nutritious food—no grocery store required.Discover what it means to keep a completely organic garden with tips, advice, and step-by-step instructions for planting the right plants at the right time, designing an efficient layout, and attracting the right pollinators to help every garden thrive. Organic Gardening for Beginners is a perfect recommendation for a summer activity or summer hobby.Dig into organic gardening:Getting started—Begin with an overview of the most popular types of organic gardening—from in-ground to containers—and decide which one works best in every space.Natural growth methods—Find out how to choose soil, control pests with no chemicals, and combine the crops that grow well together.Plant profiles—Get an explanation of each crop that breaks down what it needs to grow and what beginners need to know for success.Grow your own thriving backyard ecosystem with expert advice on nourishing organic gardening.
Thriving in God's Word: An Inspirational Book for Christian Women
by Christy FitzwaterLet Scripture guide you through tough times with these comforting devotions for women When life gets hard, connecting with your faith empowers you to move through stress and grief to find new hope every day. Thriving in God's Word is filled with simple and modern Christian devotions that offer comforting Scripture and the opportunity to write down your thoughts and feelings, so you can find solace no matter what you're going through. Discover reflections tied to meaningful Bible verses that will help you manage heavy responsibilities, resist bad habits, grow your patience, and more. These devotions are a welcome reminder that the Lord is always here to help you find the strength to carry on. This standout among Christian devotionals for women features: Uplifting devotions—Inside you'll discover 52 devotions, one for each week of the year, but you can do them as frequently as you feel the need. Ways to read, write, and reflect—This inspirational journal includes writing prompts, stories, and Scripture so you have multiple ways to connect with God during hard times. Answers to challenges big and small—This devotional is focused on everyday stress and struggles, as well as the challenges of life-changing events. Go beyond other inspirational books for women with a devotional that brings you light in the darkness.
The Human Career: Human Biological and Cultural Origins
by Richard G. KleinSince its publication in 1989, The Human Career has proved to be an indispensable tool in teaching human origins. This substantially revised third edition retains Richard G. Klein’s innovative approach while showing how cumulative discoveries and analyses over the past ten years have significantly refined our knowledge of human evolution.Klein chronicles the evolution of people from the earliest primates through the emergence of fully modern humans within the past 200,000 years. His comprehensive treatment stresses recent advances in knowledge, including, for example, ever more abundant evidence that fully modern humans originated in Africa and spread from there, replacing the Neanderthals in Europe and equally archaic people in Asia. With its coverage of both the fossil record and the archaeological record over the 2.5 million years for which both are available, The Human Career demonstrates that human morphology and behavior evolved together. Throughout the book, Klein presents evidence for alternative points of view, but does not hesitate to make his own position clear.In addition to outlining the broad pattern of human evolution, The Human Career details the kinds of data that support it. For the third edition, Klein has added numerous tables and a fresh citation system designed to enhance readability, especially for students. He has also included more than fifty new illustrations to help lay readers grasp the fossils, artifacts, and other discoveries on which specialists rely. With abundant references and hundreds of images, charts, and diagrams, this new edition is unparalleled in its usefulness for teaching human evolution.
The Italian Cookbook for Beginners: Over 100 Classic Recipes with Everyday Ingredients
by Salinas PressItalian food is the ultimate comforting homemade cuisine. Full of rich, robust flavors, enticing aromas, and exuberant colors, Italian cuisine is a celebration of love for both food and family. With The Italian Cookbook for Beginners, you won't need to travel far and wide to enjoy the authentic flavors of Italy. Offering over 100 classic recipes, The Italian Cookbook for Beginners will show you how to cook like an Italian mama, using affordable everyday ingredients from your local grocery store. The Italian Cookbook for Beginners offers simple, delicious Italian recipes that bring the hearty flavors of Italy into your home. The Italian Cookbook for Beginners will show you how to easily create your own classic Italian cuisine, with: 105 authentic Italian Cookbook recipes that use affordable, easy-to-find ingredients Simple Italian Cookbook versions of your favorites, such as homemade pizza, Eggplant Parmigiana, and Italian-style pork chops 4 basic sauces to liven up any dish Tips on buying fresh fish and matching sauces with pastas from the editors of The Italian Cookbook Guide to planning a complete Italian meal using The Italian Cookbook You don't need fancy techniques, hard-to-find ingredients, or specialized tools to create mouthwatering Italian dishes; all you need is The Italian Cookbook for Beginners and a desire to mangia!
Low Carb Diet for Beginners: Essential Low Carb Recipes to Start Losing Weight
by Mendocino PressStart seeing results right away with Low-Carb Diet for Beginners. A low-carb diet is one of the simplest ways to lose weight and transform your body permanently. Eating a low-carb diet will help you manage your weight, let go of cravings for unhealthy junk food, and fight diabetes, high cholesterol, and depression. With quick, tasty recipes, and easy-to-follow meal plans, Low-Carb Diet for Beginners will show you how to easily start a low-carb diet, so you can finally achieve and maintain your ideal weight. With Low Carb-Diet for Beginners you'll finally be able to stop the painstaking counting of calories or feeling restricted to small portions, and instead enjoy every meal to the fullest. Low-Carb Diet for Beginners will make it easy to cut down on carbs and see amazing results with: * Dozens of simple and filling low-carb diet recipes, including Veggie-Packed Minestrone Soup, Crispy Parmesan Kale Chips, Roasted Salmon with Caramelized Leeks, and even Frosted Brownies * The science behind how a low-carb diet can increase your metabolism and reduce your food cravings, making it easier for you to eat less and burn more * Detailed information on hot topics such as good carbs vs. bad carbs, artificial sweeteners, and consumption of alcoholic beverages * A 7-day low–carb meal plan to take the guesswork out of a low-carb diet * Easy tips for grocery shopping, low-carb diet cooking, and handy lower-carb alternatives to have in your pantry Low-Carb Diet for Beginners will help you make the transition to a healthy, low-carb lifestyle and make permanent positive changes.
The 30-Day Candida Cleanse: The Complete Diet Program to Beat Candida and Restore Total Health
by Rockridge PressPain, discomfort, and suffering don't have to be part of your daily routine, but eating the right foods does. The 30-Day Candida Cleanse is your guide to stopping candida in its tracks through natural methods, so that you can finally be healthy, energetic and pain-free. With a 30- and 90-day program and over 100 delicious and nourishing recipes, The 30-Day Candida Cleanse will help you cleanse your body of candida once and for all, and prevent future infections.Cleanse candida from your system permanently, with: Holistic 30- and 90-day programs to beat candida permanently 100+ satisfying, nutrient-rich recipes to keep your body balanced Easy-to-follow meal plans to help you cleanse your body, and maintain a balanced system A handy guide to dining out on a candida cleanse Candida Q&A to help you understand how candida is effecting your body You don't have to live with uncomfortable symptoms, balance your system and fight the dangers of candida overgrowth with The 30-Day Candida Cleanse.
Celebrate with Baking: Sweets and Treats for Every Special Occasion
by Malek BinnsFun and festive baking for every season and reason From birthday parties to wedding receptions to holiday gatherings, there are countless occasions that call for a celebration—and each one is sweetened with baked goods that bring everyone together. Featuring foolproof baking guidance, dozens of delicious and easy-to-navigate recipes, and plenty of decorating tips and tricks, you'll find the inspiration to bake up tons of tasty treats you'll love to share and celebrate. Put on your apron and learn the ins and outs of baking, including kitchen essentials, need-to-know terms, and helpful how-tos, like working with dough and assembling layer cakes. Then, try your hand at 65 step-by-step recipes for whimsical baked goods, like Springtime Confetti Bars, Candy Cane Chocolate Bundt Cake, and Italian Cream Wedding Cake—each with hands-on guidance for delightful decorations and perfect for any celebration, season, or all year round. Celebrate with Baking includes: Year-round yum—Celebrate with baking anytime you have the craving with 65 amazing and affordable sweet and savory cookies, cakes, breads, pies, and more! DIY decorations—From ornate cookies to outstanding tiered cakes to original creations of your own, you'll find creative and convenient ways to top off your bakes with everyday ingredients you have on hand. On the rise—From simpler cookies to more skilled cakes, these special-occasion recipes are easy enough for any baker, including in-depth instructions for baking beginners. Spread cheer throughout the year with the mouthwatering baked goods in Celebrate with Baking.
Easy Spanish Cookbook: Recipes to Bring Home the Flavors of Spain
by Norema SalinasBring the flavors of Spain home—delicious dishes that anyone can make You don't have to live in Spain to recreate its savory delicacies in your very own kitchen. The Easy Spanish Cookbook helps chefs of all skill levels serve up a flavorful variety of classic Spanish dishes. Covering everything from tapas, pintxos, and other small plates to rice, meat, and seafood entrees, this beginner-friendly Spanish cookbook sets you up for long-term culinary success. Learn how to stock a kitchen perfect for preparing Spanish food—no shopping at specialty grocers required. This Spanish cookbook is even filled with tips to help you integrate more traditional ingredients and create regional variations. The Easy Spanish Cookbook includes: 60 Spanish favorites—Delight friends and family with iconic Spanish delicacies, including Mixed Paella, Bay Scallop Pie, and Catalonian Fish Stew. Regional overviews—Journey from Catalonia to Galicia with a Spanish cookbook that takes you across the whole of Spain. Easy-to-find ingredients—Enjoy recipes that deliver authentic flavors without relying on hard-to-find specialty ingredients. Start on the road to mastering Spanish cuisine with this Spanish cookbook.
Toddler Activities Made Easy: 100+ Fun and Creative Learning Activities for Busy Parents
by Kristin Bonning-GouldAll play, no prep—fun and creative activities for toddlers ages 2-4 Your little one is bursting with enthusiasm, wonder, and… ENERGY! This activity book gives busy parents of a bustling toddler quick, easy, and fun-filled activities to engage your child's curiosity. With activities that use everyday household materials and require only 5 minutes or less to prepare, this book makes it simple and fast for parents to turn a moment of idleness into playful learning. Make learning a blast for your toddler with this creative activity book, featuring: 100+ toddler activities—Engage your toddler with imaginative games and outdoor exploration. Easy setup—Prep toddler activities in just 5 minutes with projects using common household materials. Cognitive skill building—These activities are designed to help with early literacy, fine motor skills, visual spatial skills, and so much more. This toddler activity book makes playtime easy, educational, and entertaining for the whole family.
The Leaky Gut Meal Plan: 4 Weeks to Detox and Improve Digestive Health
by Sarah Kay HoffmanLeaky gut syndrome—an explanation and a plan for healing A healthy gut is crucial to maintaining your overall health. Leaky gut syndrome—when the lining of the small intestine becomes so inflamed that it becomes porous, or leaky—can get in the way of gut health, but help is here. The Leaky Gut Meal Plan helps you achieve relief from gut issues by offering concise information about leaky gut syndrome, and how to identify and treat it. It also includes a 4-week meal plan, along with 75 recipes that have been carefully chosen for their gut-healing properties—as well as for their tastiness. Every week of the meal plan has a specific purpose: removing harmful foods, replacing them, repairing the leaky gut lining, and rebalancing your body to its new and better normal. You'll also learn the basics of digestion, immunity, and gut nutrition, so you'll be fully equipped to take back your own health. The Leaky Gut Meal Plan includes: Weekly shopping lists—The chapter for each of the 4 weeks begins with a full list of every ingredient you'll need, so you can be prepared. Know before you cook—Every recipe includes the nutrition info, prep and cook times, and indicates whether it can be made in one pot or with just 5 ingredients. Easy and encouraging—Get all the inspiration and motivation you need to make long-lasting healing happen. Discover relief from leaky gut syndrome in just 4 weeks with The Leaky Gut Meal Plan.
The Complete Book of Salt Block Cooking: Cook Everything You Love with a Himalayan Salt Block
by Ryan ChildsFormer Chez Panisse Chef Ryan Childs Shows You How To Make The Most of Salt Block Cooking With More Than 100 Simple Recipes. The Complete Book of Salt Block Cooking is your ultimate guide to using your Himalayan salt block to prepare the foods you love in a new way. Perfect as a gift or as an addition to your own kitchen shelf, this accessible cookbook arms you with essential tips and techniques for using the latest must-have kitchen tool. You'll explore a range of recipes to sear, roast, bake, grill, cure, and take your salt block cooking to a whole new level. Start off each chapter with a techniques overview and quick tips before moving on to the variety of versatile recipes, from reinvented classics like burgers and fried eggs to impress-your-guests dishes like Teriyaki-Glazed Salmon. Capture the one-of-a-kind flavor of salt block cooking, with: 100+ delicious, easy-to-make recipes from appetizers, mains, desserts, and more Invaluable tips for grilling, curing, baking, roasting, freezing, and seasoning Step-by-step instructions for handling and cleaning your Himalayan salt block Take that Himalayan salt block off the shelf and get ready to season, cure and serve like a pro with The Complete Book of Salt Block Cooking.
Daily Christian Affirmations for Teen Boys: 365 Days of Faith, Motivation, Confidence, and Empowerment
by Todd JonesThis book of affirmations pairs powerful excerpts from Scripture with 365 daily messages of inspiration and positivity for teen boys. Being a teen isn't easy, but teens can always take comfort in God's Word. With His support, teen boys can take on the day's challenges with confidence. This book contains daily affirmations and positivity to support teen boys with whatever they might be going through.Brief and easy—Each affirmation takes just a minute or two to read, and they aren't dated, so teen boys can open the book to any page they like.Making a consistent habit—By spending a moment with God every day, teen boys can refocus their energy on the things that matter—and grow stronger through His love.A year of prompts—Find a prompt for each day of the year that includes a quote from the Bible and a simple explanation that helps teens understand it.The opportunity to build their sense of strength and self in just a few minutes each day can happen with Daily Christian Affirmations for Teen Boys!
The Green Juicing Recipe Book: 75 Recipes for Weight Loss, Glowing Skin, and Boosted Energy
by Carey AvalonHere's to green juicing your way to a healthier life. Cheers! Weight loss, glowing skin, and boosted energy are just a few of the wellness benefits you'll reap from adding green juice to your diet. The 75 recipes in The Green Juicing Recipe Book taste great and improve your well-being on a daily basis. Once you squeeze the positive power out of healthy greens, you'll wonder why you didn't start juicing sooner. Find out how to select the right juicer based on your individual needs, enhance your juices with superfoods, and get all your key juicing questions answered. The Green Juicing Recipe Book includes: Mix it up—Discover ways sipping different juices supports detoxification for a healthy immune system, reduces the signs of aging, and helps your skin glow. Greens and beyond—Sample 70+ recipes from across the color spectrum that use naturally sweet ingredients like oranges, blackberries, and blueberries. Nutrition at a glance—Make tracking your health easy with information like calories per serving, total fat, and sugar. Find out how green juicing can help you live a healthier, happier life one glass of juice at a time!
Why Birds Matter: Avian Ecological Function and Ecosystem Services
by Christopher J. Whelan Daniel G. Wenny Çağan H. Şekercioğlu, Daniel G. Wenny, and Christopher J. WhelanFor over one hundred years, ornithologists and amateur birders have jointly campaigned for the conservation of bird species, documenting not only birds’ beauty and extraordinary diversity, but also their importance to ecosystems worldwide. But while these avian enthusiasts have noted that birds eat fruit, carrion, and pests; spread seed and fertilizer; and pollinate plants, among other services, they have rarely asked what birds are worth in economic terms. In Why Birds Matter, an international collection of ornithologists, botanists, ecologists, conservation biologists, and environmental economists seeks to quantify avian ecosystem services—the myriad benefits that birds provide to humans. The first book to approach ecosystem services from an ornithological perspective, Why Birds Matter asks what economic value we can ascribe to those services, if any, and how this value should inform conservation. Chapters explore the role of birds in such important ecological dynamics as scavenging, nutrient cycling, food chains, and plant-animal interactions—all seen through the lens of human well-being—to show that quantifying avian ecosystem services is crucial when formulating contemporary conservation strategies. Both elucidating challenges and providing examples of specific ecosystem valuations and guidance for calculation, the contributors propose that in order to advance avian conservation, we need to appeal not only to hearts and minds, but also to wallets.
The Making of Modern Medicine: Turning Points in the Treatment of Disease
by Michael BlissAt the dawn of the twenty-first century, we have become accustomed to medical breakthroughs and conditioned to assume that, regardless of illnesses, doctors almost certainly will be able to help—not just by diagnosing us and alleviating our pain, but by actually treating or even curing diseases, and significantly improving our lives. For most of human history, however, that was far from the case, as veteran medical historian Michael Bliss explains in The Making of Modern Medicine. Focusing on a few key moments in the transformation of medical care, Bliss reveals the way that new discoveries and new approaches led doctors and patients alike to discard fatalism and their traditional religious acceptance of suffering in favor of a new faith in health care and in the capacity of doctors to treat disease. He takes readers in his account to three turning points—a devastating smallpox outbreak in Montreal in 1885, the founding of the Johns Hopkins Hospital and Medical School, and the discovery of insulin—and recounts the lives of three crucial figures—researcher Frederick Banting, surgeon Harvey Cushing, and physician William Osler—turning medical history into a fascinating story of dedication and discovery.Compact and compelling, this searching history vividly depicts and explains the emergence of modern medicine—and, in a provocative epilogue, outlines the paradoxes and confusions underlying our contemporary understanding of disease, death, and life itself.
A Desired Past: A Short History of Same-Sex Love in America
by Leila J. RuppeWith this book, Leila J. Rupp accomplishes what few scholars have even attempted: she combines a vast array of scholarship on supposedly discrete episodes in American history into an entertaining and entirely readable story of same-sex desire across the country and the centuries. "Most extraordinary about Leila J. Rupp's indeed short, two-hundred-page history of 'same-sex love and sexuality' is not that it manages to account for such a variety of individuals, races, and classes or take in such a broad chronological and thematic range, but rather that it does all this with such verve, lucidity, and analytical rigor. . . . [A]n elegant, inspiring survey." —John Howard, Journal of American History
Fusion of the Worlds: An Ethnography of Possession among the Songhay of Niger (None Ser.)
by Paul Stoller"This ethnography is more like a film than a book, so well does Stoller evoke the color, sight, sounds, and movements of Songhay possession ceremonies."—Choice "Stoller brilliantly recreates the reality of spirit presence; hosts are what they mediate, and spirits become flesh and blood in the 'fusion' with human existence. . . . An excellent demonstration of the benefits of a new genre of ethnographic writing. It expands our understanding of the harsh world of Songhay mediums and sorcerers."—Bruce Kapferer, American Ethnologist "A vivid story that will appeal to a wide audience. . . . The voices of individual Songhay are evident and forceful throughout the story. . . . Like a painter, [Stoller] is concerned with the rich surface of things, with depicting images, evoking sensations, and enriching perceptions. . . . He has succeeded admirably." —Michael Lambek, American Anthropologist "Events (ceremonies and life histories) are evoked in cinematic style. . . . [This book is] approachable and absorbing—it is well written, uncluttered by jargon and elegantly structured."—Richard Fardon, Times Higher Education Supplement "Compelling, insightful, rich in ethnographic detail, and worthy of becoming a classic in the scholarship on Africa."—Aidan Southall, African Studies Review
French Bread Baking for Beginners: The Essential Guide to Baking Baguettes, Boules, Brioche, and More
by Katie Rosenhouse KuczynskiBake delicious French breads at home with simple, authentic recipes Crusty baguettes, tender brioche, and flaky croissants are some of the world's most delicious and beloved breads—and now you can make them yourself in your own kitchen! This top choice in baking books simplifies the French bread-making process for beginners, providing everything you need to re-create your boulangerie favorites. What sets this French baking cookbook apart: French bread basics—Learn what makes French bread so special, what important baking terms mean, and which tools and ingredients you'll need to have on hand to start baking. Step-by-step instructions—Find detailed directions and expert tips for the entire French bread-making process, from combining ingredients and kneading dough to adding finishing touches and baking to perfection. 20 beginner-friendly recipes—Discover straightforward recipes for a mouthwatering variety of French breads—plus a handful of bonus recipes that feature your finished bakes, like Pain Perdu with Whipped Crème Fraiche. Capture the magic of a Parisian bakery at home with this instructional French cookbook.
Stage-by-Stage Baby Food Cookbook: 100+ Purées and Baby-Led Feeding Recipes for a Healthy Start
by Yaffi Lvova RDNHealthy food, healthy baby—recipes and tips for introducing solid food at every stage Build your baby's nutrition on a solid foundation with healthy, homemade food you can feel confident about. Whether your approach is baby-led feeding, chunky or smooth purées, or a combination of both, the Stage-by-Stage Baby Food Cookbook is a complete guide to introducing your infant to solid foods. In this well-designed baby food cookbook, you'll discover delicious and nutritious recipes that are organized by three growth stages from six months to 12 months, plus additional baby-led feeding recipes for 12 to 18 months and 18+ months. From thin purées all the way to finger foods and beyond, the meals in this baby food cookbook can be tailored to fit your baby's needs and comfort level. This baby food cookbook includes: Allergies and intolerances—Find info on food reactions your baby could have, plus tips about when and how to introduce common allergens like peanuts and shellfish. Feeding philosophies—Learn the difference between stage-specific purées and baby-led feeding, as well as the pros and cons of each approach for your baby, in this comprehensive baby food cookbook. Baby food building blocks—Discover the components that make up a balanced diet for your little one, like fruits and vegetables, a variety of proteins, and more. Give your baby the healthiest start possible—the Stage-by-Stage Baby Food Cookbook will show you how.