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A multifaceted reference book with up-to-date, authoritative, and endlessly interesting information about the world today.

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Distills thousands of years of humankind's most significant ideas and achievements, and explains how they are linked and why they are important. This title contains information gleaned from major fields of knowledge, including the arts, physical and life sciences, technology, philosophy, religion, culture, economics, and more.

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Retirement at 65 is ridiculous. When I was 65 I still had pimples.

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This is for the stargazers, the cloud-watchers, the adventure-chasers, the puddle-jumpers and the bubble-blowers. Filled with wise quotes and freewheeling ideas, this is the must-have book for keeping your daydreams close to their heart.

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Whether you like your chocolate to be milk or dark, in a bar or in a cake, there is one thing that's certain: we are all hooked on this tantalizing treat. Indulge all your chocolate cravings in this tempting collection of recipes, fascinating facts and memorable musings on the most sumptuous of sweets.

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Its always worth celebrating someone who never gives up, who tries their best and looks ahead to even greater goals and better days. This little book, bursting with thoughtful quotes and uplifting mantras, is the perfect way to say to that special someone, You make me proud.

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Like a valuable antique, maybe your smooth finish has become a little lined and your legs creak from time to time. But don't worry: even if you no longer have all your original parts, it's great to be vintage! This joyful collection of quotations celebrates the lighter side of ageing, and shows that it really is the life in your years that counts.

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The imaginative origins of the renowned poem The Rime of the Ancient Mariner by Samuel Taylor Coleridge.

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New York Times Bestelling author and BBQ maestro Adam Perry Lang is back! Serious Barbecue meets A Man, A Can, A Plan in BBQ 25: an ultra-foolproof guide to the 25 most popular barbecue dishes, in a format anyone can follow with guaranteed success.

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A guide to general floristic works on the region, compiled to assist contributors to Flora Zambesiaca.

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Did you know duck dander is hallucinogenic Or that Katherine Hepburn had a phobia of dirty hair Have you ever wondered about the Magickal Skull of Doom or contemplated the mysterious Transylvanian Tablets This book gathers frightful facts. It covers topics from Corpses on Campus to Strange Rock and Roll Stories to Medical Maladies.

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Building the World comprises detailed entries on over forty of the most important engineering projects in world history, such as: Washington D.C., the Eiffel Tower, and the Channel Tunnel.

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Charismatic, erudite and often controversial Winton Churchill was one of the most inspiring leaders of the twentieth century, and one of its greatest wits. Including Churchill's famous quips and witticisms, as well as little known asides and observations, this book celebrates the humour and humanity of this most imposing man.

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Horror and the supernatural have fascinated people for centuries, and many of the most central figures appear over and over again.

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The perfect stocking filler for lovers of Irish Castles.

A pocket-sized guide to around 140 of Irelands most dramatic castles and strongholds, all of which are open to the public, with structures from across the whole island of Ireland. A handy 8-page map of all locations featured is included.

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The perfect stocking filler for lovers of Irish Whiskey.

This is an excellent introduction to the world of Irish whiskey, with descriptions of more than 100 whiskeys from the whole island of Ireland. Photographs of key locations and products makes this a very attractive gift. A handy 8-page map of all distilleries featured is included.

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John Dryden was first published in 1950. Minnesota Archive Editions uses digital technology to make long-unavailable books once again accessible, and are published unaltered from the original University of Minnesota Press editions.