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Learn how to grow, harvest, prepare, and use the 33 most common and versatile healing plants, including peppermint, chamomile, basil, and ginger, in this bestselling book from the godmother of modern herbalism. With this introductory handbook, you’ll see how easy it can be to make your own natural remedies for life’s common ailments. Legendary herbalist Rosemary Gladstar profiles 33 common medicinal plants and includes advice on growing, harvesting, preparing, and using herbs in tinctures, oils, creams, teas, and more. Stock your medicine cabinet full of all-natural, low-cost herbal remedies: Craft a soothing aloe lotion after an encounter with poison ivy. De-stress with a calming chamomile bath. Brew a cup of basil tea for stubborn headaches. Ease coughs and colds with thyme syrup. Make a dandelion-burdock tincture to fix sluggish digestion. Filled with gorgeous full-color photography, this classic bestseller is a trusted introduction to the wonderful world of homeopathic medicine.

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This essential guide to treating children’s everyday aches, pains, minor infections, and illnesses naturally offers easy-to-make, time-tested recipes from trusted herbalist Rosemary Gladstar. Herbal remedies can provide safe and effective treatment for common childhood ailments ranging from diaper rash and teething to sore throats and conjunctivitis. In this Storey BASICS® guide, Rosemary Gladstar shows you how to prepare soothing salves, syrups, tablets, and teas that support children’s health. With simple instructions, clear dosage guidelines, and in-depth profiles of 24 medicinal herbs, you’ll soon be confidently easing your child’s achy flu with some hibiscus tea and using the healing properties of nettles to combat bouts of hay fever.

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Treat stress, anxiety, depression, and more with simple herbal remedies that calm your mind, build a healthy nervous system, and promote lasting peace. In this informative guide, renowned herbalist Rosemary Gladstar profiles 21 herbs proven to be effective at soothing common ailments like insomnia, panic attacks, skin conditions, and migraines. With simple directions for making herbal mixtures that can be used in delicious teas, tinctures, and capsules, Gladstar shows you how to harness the power of nature to achieve a more relaxed and fulfilling life.

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Renowned herbalist Rosemary Gladstar presents a beautiful keepsake collection of teachings, reflections, and insights on the plant world and herbal healing, featuring diverse voices from the community of herbal teachers and practitioners. A beloved teacher and leader in the herbal healing world for more than 50 years, Rosemary Gladstar has curated this collection to explore key themes in herbalism, including: *The sacred teachings of the plants *The importance of preserving knowledge of the plants' healing properties and the work of herbal healers *The practices of gardening and gathering herbs in the wild *The power and passion of the herbal community *The rich value of living with gratitude and reverence for the Earth, and a deep connection to the plant world. Many of the quotes are original to this collection, excerpted from Gladstar's private correspondence and conversations. Her narrative voice introduces each theme, and the text is accompanied by stunning photographs and artwork celebrating the beauty and wonder of plants.

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Still considered the definitive work on medicinal herbs and their uses after two decades, the Handbook of Medicinal Herbs has undergone a long-anticipated revision. In the second edition, world-renowned ethnobotanist James A. Duke provides up-to-date data on over 800 of the world’s most important medicinal plant species. The book contains more species, phytochemicals, proven indications, folk indications, and dosage data than the first edition in a new easier to use format. The in-depth content, the addition of color plates and over 200 black and white illustrations makes this book the most comprehensive resource on medicinal herbs available. NEW IN THE SECOND EDITION: ·        Over 100 color plates, 4 color maps ·        Over 200 black and white illustrations ·        Over 800 medicinal plants — more than twice as many as the previous edition organized alphabetically by common name ·        More herbs from the African, Ayurvedic, Chinese, and Jamu traditions EASY ACCESS TO INFORMATION YOU NEED Designed to give you fast access to the information you need on a regular basis, this new edition ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Světoznámá bylinářka Rosemary Gladstar se s vámi v této knize podělí o osvědčené přírodní recepty a léčebné postupy, které jsou bezpečné, snadné a účinné. Krok za krokem vás provede celým procesem od pěstování a ekologicky šetrného sklízení bylin až po přípravu a dávkování jednotlivých bylinných léků. V této bohaté sbírce bylinných receptů, která původně vyšla pod názvem Rodinný herbář, najdete účinné recepty na zvýšení energie, posílení zdraví a vitality v každém období svého života. Dozvíte se zde mimo jiné například, jak ulevit svému miminku od střevní koliky, jak zvláčnit svou suchou kůži, zbavit se nachlazení anebo se zbavit nespavosti. Pečujte o sebe a o své nejbližší s pomocí bylinných léků, které nám nabízí Matka Příroda.

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The essential guide to self-acupressure. The Beginner''s Guide to Acupressure is an introduction to acupressure for self-treatment and it is primarily dedicated to reducing symptoms of common ailments. Acupressure, rooted in the same philosophy as acupuncture, is a treatment method of traditional Chinese medicine in which pressure is applied with the hand or fingers at specific acupoints across the body. Acupressure seeks to unblock and balance the flow of the body''s physiological energy, or qi, restoring the energy needed to deal with health issues. This practice is designed to relieve symptoms and increase overall wellbeing. The Beginner''s Guide to Acupressure adapts Traditional Chinese Medicine acupressure techniques to create an easy-to-use program for people to use at home. This expertly written book contains more than 140 step-by-step photographs and easy-to-follow directions. Beginning with a short history of acupressure and its use, it describes how to apply basic acupressure techniques for more than 40 pressure points to ease symptoms associated with depression, allergies, carpel tunnel syndrome, constipation, sciatica, the common cold and much more. By following the steps in this book, you can address symptoms of your own health issues in the comfort of your home, as often as needed, with a ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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From divination to magic—a beginner-friendly guide to runes Discover a simple way to unlock the ancient power of runes. Digging deep into both history and mythology, The Beginner''s Guide to Runes serves as the perfect starting point for anyone interested in exploring these ancient and magical symbols Focused around the Elder Futhark (the oldest runic alphabet), this informative book offers a simple and effective path to bringing runes into your day-to-day life. Whether you want to gain insight into the future through divination or creating protective talismans, straightforward and concise instructions make them simple to understand. The Beginner''s Guide to Runes helps you: Explore the Elder Futhark—Get a complete breakdown—including meanings, magical uses, and more—of all 24 runes that make up this archaic alphabet. Seek guidance—Learn how to practice the art of runic divination—a fortune-telling technique that calls on runes to provide insight into the future. Master magic—From creating runescripts (straight-line arrangements) to bind runes (2 or more combined into a single symbol), find out how this mystical script can be used to bring change to your world. Read it in the runes—this book is the easiest way to get started with this unique form of magic.

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The Complete Beginner’s Guide to Drawing contains more than 200 drawing techniques, tips, and lessons for budding artists looking to practice drawing a variety of subjects. This comprehensive, 240-page hardcover drawing guide covers a vast array of subjects, from landscapes, still lifes, and flowers to animals, portraits, and the human figure. Begin with a thorough introduction to the essential tools and materials you need to get started, including different types of pencils, sketchbooks, papers, and other tools. Then learn the fundamentals of drawing, as well as a variety of drawing techniques, including rendering realistic textures, creating volume, and capturing perspective. A series of easy-to-follow, step-by-step projects cover a variety of techniques, including:Developing formRendering textureDepth and distanceForeshorteningValues and shadingPerspectiveBalance and compositionCapturing realism and likenessDepicting figures in actionWith helpful tips and straightforward step-by-step lessons, The Complete Beginner’s Guide to Drawing is the perfect resource for beginning artists who want to improve their drawing skills. The Complete Book of ... series provides a comprehensive guide to drawing a vast array of subjects, from landscapes and flowers to animals and poses. Artists will learn the fundamentals of drawing, as well as a variety of techniques, including rendering realistic textures, capturing perspective, and creating dynamic ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The perfect feel-good read from an exciting new voice in women’s fiction, for fans of Heidi Swain, Cathy Bramley and Jenny Colgan. Tori Williamson is alone. After a tragic event left her isolated from her loved ones, she’s been struggling to find her way back to, well – herself. That’s why she set up her blog, The Beginner’s Guide to Loneliness, as a way of – anonymously – connecting with the outside world and reaching others who just need a little help sometimes. When she’s offered a free spot on a wellbeing retreat in exchange for a review on her blog, Tori is anxious about opening herself up to new surroundings. But after her three closest friends – who she talks to online but has never actually met – convince her it’ll do her some good, she reluctantly agrees and heads off for three weeks in the wild (well, a farm in Wales). From the moment she arrives, Tori is sceptical and quickly finds herself drawn to fellow sceptic Than, the retreat’s dark and mysterious latecomer. But as the beauty of The Farm slowly comes to light she realizes that opening herself up might not be the worst thing. And ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The true limits of our potential are hidden deep within our minds, obscured by the psychological walls and bound to the mental shackles we''ve developed over time. These intangible restrictions that keep us from understanding our true selves and reaching enlightenment can only be overcome through psychedelic-induced ego death. A transformative guide written in two parts, The Beginner''s Guide to Ego Death will illuminate the path to self-discovery and fulfillment by providing profound insights into the human psyche and detailed information on the best psychedelics to use and their effects. Whether you''re a seasoned psychonaut, a psychedelic newbie, or simply curious about the nature of ego death, this book will awaken your innate potential as you learn to: Understand the human psyche; Learn the different psychedelics and their effects; Navigate the complexities of reality; Explore the depths of consciousness; And more! Written by an expert psychonaut and mindfulness teacher fueled by divine purpose, The Beginner''s Guide to Ego Death offers a flawless roadmap to achieving ego death through psychedelics and ultimately tapping into your inner wisdom and strength.

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Create exquisite, long-lasting quilled paper flowers with this step-by-step detailed guide! With the help of Japanese quilling expert Motoko Maggie Nakatani, you can create breathtaking quilled flowers with just a few inexpensive tools and paper quilling strips. Her simple roll-shape-and-paste method is perfect for beginners—allowing you to quickly create dozens of different flowers.A Beginner''s Guide to Quilling Paper Flowers has all the information you need to embark on this fascinating hobby using easy-to-follow, step-by-step photographic instructions.Make 32 different varieties of quilled flowers, including: Roses—with frilly petals and ornate leaves for sweet and romantic gift decorations!Gerbera—with a graduated 3-level "wedding cake" effect that makes it the highlight of any display!Japanese Wisteria—whose contrasting colors and cascading blossoms make a memorable impression!Black-Eyed Susans—with clever arrangement of the petals creating a unique 3D effect!Dogwood Blossoms—whose intricate harp-shaped petals really showcase your skill as a quillist!And dozens of others!This complete how-to guide has templates and detailed step-by-step instructions as well as information on how to use and display your beautiful paper flowers—as gift toppers, framed displays, handmade cards, photo frames and in shadow box displays.

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"I wish I''d had this book when I needed it. Death and dying are not subjects that many people are comfortable talking about, but it''s hugely important to be as prepared as you can be - emotionally, physically, practically, financially, and spiritually. This book may be the most important guide you could have." - Elizabeth Gilbert, author of Eat Pray Love ___________The end of a life can often feel like a traumatic, chaotic and inhuman experience. In this reassuring and inspiring book, palliative care physician Dr BJ Miller and writer Shoshana Berger provide a vision for rethinking and navigating this universal process. There are plenty of self-help books for mourners, but nothing in the way of a modern, approachable and above all useful field guide for the living. And all of us - young, old, sick and well - could use the help. After all, pregnant couples have ample resources available to them as they prepare to bring a new life into the world: Lamaze courses, elaborate birth plans, tons of manuals. Why don''t we have a What to Expect When You''re Expecting to Die book?An accessible, beautifully designed and illustrated companion, A Beginner''s Guide to the End offers a ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Make the best choices for your money and earn big with this guide to high-risk, high-reward investment strategies including options trading, investing in meme stocks, and the business of cryptocurrency. Your favorite sites are filled with the latest investment trends and stories of other people making bank by making smart moves in the market. But how can you get your own share of the wealth? A Beginner’s Guide to High-Risk, High-Reward Investing can help you make sense of trends, from short selling to cryptocurrency and “meme stock,” breaking down the buzzwords to give you hard facts about the opportunities and risks of fringe investment strategies. With advice from expert Robert Ross, this easy-to-follow investing guide gives you everything you need to determine which high-risk, high-reward investment strategies are the best fit for your portfolio.

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Become an anime and manga expert with this must-have beginner’s guide! It’s packed with compelling history and fascinating facts that both new and longtime fans won’t want to miss! Manga and anime are a whole lot more than just comics and animation from Japan. They are massive pop-culture phenomena reaching hundreds of millions of fans worldwide -- and they''ve had a huge impact on TV, movies, music, and more. But did you know that manga and anime have a rich and fascinating history that spans decades?The Beginner''s Guide to Manga and Anime is a must-have book for both newcomers and longtime fans. From Osamu Tezuka to Hayao Miyazaki, the beginnings of shonen to the first anime films, this volume is packed with need-to-know info!

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A comprehensive guide to mental health from one of the UK's foremost experts. An A-Z from Anxiety to Zero F**ks Given.‘Am I normal?’‘What’s an anxiety disorder?’‘Does therapy work?’These are just a few of the questions Natasha Devon is asked as she travels the UK campaigning for better mental health awareness and provision. Here, Natasha calls upon experts in the fields of psychology, neuroscience and anthropology to debunk and demystify the full spectrum of mental health. From A (Anxiety) to Z (Zero F**ks Given – or the art of having high self-esteem) via everything from body image and gender to differentiating ‘sadness’ from ‘depression’.Statistically, one in three of us will experience symptoms of a mental illness during our lifetimes. Yet all of us have a brain, and so we ALL have mental health – regardless of age, sexuality, race or background. The past few years have seen an explosion in awareness, yet it seems there is still widespread confusion.A Beginner's Guide to Being Mental is for anyone who wants to have this essential conversation, written as only Natasha - with her combination of expertise, personal experience and humour - knows how.

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Beginner''s Guide to Digital Painting: Characters is a comprehensive guide for artists wishing to create convincing and detailed characters. It features established artists such as Charlie Bowater (concept artist at Atomhawk) and Derek Stenning (freelance concept artist and illustrator, with clients such as Marvel Entertainment and Nintendo) who share their industry experiences by covering such aspects as posing characters, choosing the correct costumes, conveying emotions, and creating suitable moods. Conclusive step-by-step instructions make this an invaluable resource for artists looking to learn new skills, as well as those pursuing the next level.

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Start doing your own household repairs and simple renovations without the expense of calling in a professional! If you are frustrated by your own inability to handle a repair, or resentful of having to pay someone to take care of simple home maintenance—you’ve come to the right place. Full of expert advice, this practical handbook features easy instructions for all the home DIY basics, from painting and wallpapering to simple plumbing, changing a lock, using power tools, fixing a squeaky board and much more. Beginner''s Guide to DIY & Home Repair will provide first-time homeowners and renters with the basic skills and guidance to get the job done. This ultimate reference guide for the DIY novice offers help for anyone who has a busy working life but still wants to make their home look good—without spending a fortune.

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You love chickens and chicks? Who doesn't!? This guide will help you learn how to build a wonderful relationship with the birds in your life, keep your new chicks healthy and happy, and avoid common mistakes of first-time chicken owners. These are the best homesteading tips to raise happy, healthy chickens! Whether you have chickens already or are just thinking of starting your own flock, this book is packed full of valuable information that will help you raise and maintain a happy, healthy flock. Not only will you learn the basics like how to pick the right breeds, how to house, feed, and care for your birds, but you will also find craft, gardening, and DIY projects that will make taking care of your flock fun and entertaining! The Best Beginner's Guide to Chickens and Chicks for Kids covers a lot of important topics, including: Top breed picks for kids What should be in a coop and how to clean the coop Pros and cons of free range versus chicken coops When to expect your first egg How to train your chickens to be more friendly (and even do tricks!) Easy egg recipes and creative chicken crafts!

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Join the fermentation revolution—Japanese style!"The benefits loom large: fermented foods are anti-diabetic, anti-hypertensive, and antioxidant…and are swarming with vitamins." —Discover magazineThis comprehensive do-it-yourself home fermentation guide centers on the amazing superfoods at the heart of the healthy Japanese diet. Author and fermentation expert Hiroko Shirasaki starts with easy preparations for shio koji, amazake, nukazuke and three types of miso. Then she shows you how to harness the probiotic power of these and other fermented ingredients in scores of delicious home-style recipes.Some of these fermented foods you may already know: kimchi, gochujang, mirin. Others—like umeboshi, natto, sake lees, fermented ginger and kastsuobushi—offer new perspectives on the flavorful powers of fermentation.The seasonal menus in this book contain over 95 recipes catering to a broad range of tastes:"Easy Nukazuke Pickles" (vegetables cured in a bed of fermented rice bran) offers a completely new way to unleash the power of pickling!"Amazake Fruit Yogurt" makes the perfect probiotic breakfast or snack"Shio Koji (a fermented rice-based marinade) Mushroom Soup" creates a super-nutritious and delightfully delicious twist on a favorite dish"Sea Bream and Clams Steamed in White Miso and Wine" pairs the briny sea with the natural umami of a homemade miso made with soybeans and rice"Root ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A complete beginner''s guide to the exciting craft of rug tufting, this how-to resource will inspire you and show you everything you need to know about this creative and modern take on traditional rug making. Featuring extensive overviews on tools, materials, troubleshooting, how to build a tufting frame, and how to use a tufting gun, you''ll then learn basic tufting techniques before you start making your own DIY rug. Perfect for beginners, three step-by-step tufting projects are provided that range in shape and style -- one of which includes author Kristen Girard''s signature of making a unique mirror rug to accent any wall with texture and color! With tips and tricks scattered throughout, eye-catching photography, and vibrant tuft rug designs you''ll love, this inspiring guide offers invaluable information, as well as instructional basics and designs for you to easily access this trending craft that''s taking the creative maker world by storm. Within the pages you will also find QR codes to access exclusive video tutorial content.

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The key to creating a powerful drawing is to start with the right concept!In this book, sketching and painting expert Masao Yamada provides dozens of examples showing you how to establish accurate perspective guidelines and proportions for your initial pencil sketches, setting your drawings up to succeed right from the start. If a sketch''s perspective and proportions are correct, your finished work will look crisp and beautiful. If not, you''ll have a frustrating time trying to correct the problems at a later stage—and the finished work will never look quite right. A Beginner''s Guide to Sketching Buildings & Landscapes is here to help you avoid those frustrations and set up your composition for a finished piece that will make you proud.The detailed step-by-step lessons in this indispensable guide teach you how to:Establish a composition''s point of view correctlyLocate the horizon line, dividing land and skyBreak down complicated scenes into simple component shapesCreate the right relationship between foreground and backgroundExpress 3D imagery using 2-point and 3-point perspective Experience the satisfaction of creating well-formed and well-balanced landscape and architectural illustrations of churches, castles, houses, mountains, bridges, waterways, gardens, and much more!

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Join the journey to natural wellness and treat yourself with this handy book of herbs and homemade remedies.Introducing Neal''s Yard Remedies Healing Herbs - a one-stop gardening guide with everything you need to know about herbs, featuring a detailed layout of 100 medicinal herbs and over 70 recipes for effective herbal treatments.A must-have volume for green-fingered gardeners, Neal''s Yard Remedies Healing Herbs features tonnes of tips and tricks on planting and propagating a diverse range of herbs with the core focus on improving your health and treating your ailments with a little help from nature! This herbal medicine book offers expert advice you can trust, with an in-depth directory of a plethora of plants and herbs, including hemp, lavender, thyme, aloe vera, and lemongrass. With passion in every page, this handy herbalism book includes:-An illustrated directory of 100 medicinal herbs with instructions on how to use each one-At-a-glance guides to help reader quickly find the right herbs for their health needs-Over 70 recipes featuring medicinal herbs to use in soups, salads, face masks and more. Alongside the directory, the book features more than 70 recipes designed to heal the body from the inside out, all of which can be prepared ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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In his mid-40s, Simon Boas was diagnosed with incurable cancer – it had been caught too late, and spread around his body. But he was determined to die as he had learned to live – optimistically, thinking the best of people, and prioritising what really matters in life. In A Beginner’s Guide to Dying Simon considers and collates the things that have given him such a great sense of peace and contentment, and why dying at 46 really isn’t so bad.And for that reason it’s also only partly about ‘dying’. It is mostly a hymn to the joy and preciousness of life, and why giving death a place can help all of us make even more of it.

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In his mid-40s, Simon Boas was diagnosed with incurable cancer – it had been caught too late, and spread around his body. But he was determined to die as he had learned to live – optimistically, thinking the best of people, and prioritising what really matters in life. In A Beginner’s Guide to Dying Simon considers and collates the things that have given him such a great sense of peace and contentment, and why dying at 46 really isn’t so bad. And for that reason it’s also only partly about ‘dying’. It is mostly a hymn to the joy and preciousness of life, and why giving death a place can help all of us make even more of it.

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Discover the benefits of somatic therapy with this beginner's guide, which will teach you what it is and how you can introduce the technique into your daily routine for a healthier, happier life Somatic therapy, also known as body psychotherapy, is a form of healing. This powerful technique is based on the idea that understanding and harnessing the connection between the mind and body is crucial if we are to relieve tension, manage negative feelings and heal our trauma. The somatic secrets, practical advice and gentle exercises within this little book will set you on your way to mastering your mind-body awareness.Within these pages, you will find everything you need to know about this healing practice, including:- The history and efficacy of the therapy- What the mind-body connection is- How to understand your body and respond to its needs- Somatic tools and exercises, including body scans, breathing techniques, self-regulation, pendulation and moreStep into the world of somatic therapy and find out how unlocking stress and tension in your body will benefit you mentally, physically and spiritually.

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Winner of the Edward Stanford Travel Memoir of the Year 2020How does a sushi bar explain a Japanese poem?Why do Japanese couples plan matching outfits for their honeymoon?Why are so many things in Japan the opposite of what we expect?After thirty-two years in Japan, Pico Iyer knows the country as few others can. In A Beginner''s Guide to Japan, he dashes from baseball games to love-hotels and from shopping malls to zen temple gardens to find fresh ways of illuminating his adopted home. Playful and surreptitiously profound, this is a guidebook to a Japan few have ever seen before. ''Rarely in any writing on Japan is provocation so elegantly and surgically performed'' Financial Times

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'If you thought oil pastels were just something for children, prepare to think again.' The Artist'...look on in wonder as Tim shows you how you can use this neglected but simple medium to create real works of art...Just open this book at random and you'll be hooked.'Â Paint MagazineLearn to paint with oil pastels in this colourful, accessible book for newcomers to the medium. Tim Fisher demonstrates how to use the oil pastels on their own, or in conjunction with acrylic inks and paints, and watercolours, on a variety of surfaces, to create beautiful paintings that will maintain their vibrancy for years to come. The Beginner's Guide to Painting with Oil Pastels features six full step-by-step projects covering a variety of subjects including animal portraits, street scenes, boats and harbours, buildings and glorious landscapes. Tim introduces the reader to mark-making with oil pastels, explains the history of the medium, and how to protect and keep an oil pastel painting once it is complete.Â

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Succeed as a project manager, even if you''ve never run a project before! This book is the fastest way to master every project management task, from upfront budgeting and scheduling through execution, managing teams through closing projects, and learning from experience. Updated with more insights from the front lines, including agile approaches, dealing with security and privacy priorities, and leading remote/virtual teams, along with the latest on Microsoft Project and PMI standards and certifications and a special bonus chapter on preparing for the new PMP certification. This book will show you exactly how to get the job done, one incredibly clear and easy step at a time. Project management has never, ever been this simple! This is today''s best beginner''s guide to modern project management--simple, practical instructions for succeeding with every task you''ll need to perform! * Master the key skills and qualities every project manager needs * Learn how to lead projects, not just "manage" them * Avoid 15 most common mistakes new project managers make * Learn from troubled, successful, and "recovered" projects * Apply agile, hybrid, and traditional project management approaches * Learn the differences between a project manager, Scrum master, and product owner * Learn how ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Take your love of fabric to the next level and transform your home with this bright and accessible book for upholstery newcomers.The Beginner’s Guide to Upholstery takes you gently by the hand and shows you the simple techniques you need to take the leap into DIY upholstery.Far from being a dry, technical, traditional upholstery manual, this beginner-friendly book presents 10 achievable upholstery and re-upholstery projects using modern materials and methods.In jargon-free, plain-English terms, talented upholsterer and workshop teacher Vicky Grubb takes you step-by-step through the process of upholstering desirable pieces of furniture found at antique markets, street sales and thrift stores, which are all upcycled and given a modern twist. Projects range from a simple stool, vintage sewing box, and blanket box to a fluted headboard, Danish dining chair, patchwork armchair and a mid-century sofa, all guided by the author’s down-to-earth instruction. Alongside each project, you can also watch Vicky upholstering each item in a series of unique time-lapse videos.

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Have you ever thought that you’d like to learn the craft of crochet, or improve your skills? If so, A Beginner's Guide to Crochet is for you.

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Build a self-sufficient life with these 40+ photo-illustrated projects for growing and preserving your own food, keeping animals, harnessing alternative energy, and more.Learning to do more things yourself is healthy, rewarding, and fulfilling, and benefits the environment. Whether you live in the suburbs or have 80 acres in the mountains, this new and affordable edition adapted from the best-selling Step-by-Step Projects for Self-Sufficiency guides your way with clear plan drawings, precise instructions, and detailed photos.Beginner’s Guide to Self-Sufficiency Projects for the Home is organized into the categories Chickens & Other Creatures, Nourishing Your Garden, Garden Projects, Food Preparation & Preservation, Homestead Amenities, and Outbuildings & Fences, with projects that include: A portable chicken arkTwo types of beehivesSolar cookersFirewood storageA potato-growing boxHoophouses and greenhousesRaised planting bedsRain barrelsA cider pressCompost binsDrying racksAnd moreWith these easy-to-follow projects, make progress, step by step, toward your goal of more independent living.

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Learn how to grow wild and exotic, medicinally important, sustainable, and deeply delicious mushrooms right at your own home, just as people throughout the world have been doing for centuries.Grown Your Own Mushrooms—adapted from Mushroom Cultivation—offers photo-illustrated instruction both on how mushrooms grow and how you can cultivate them yourself, with a focus on six types of mushroom: shiitake, oyster, wine cap, hericium, blewit, and agaricus. You’ll learn how to: Grow mushrooms, step by step, in a variety of different mediums: logs, straw, wood chips and sawdust, and compostTroubleshoot problems, including identification, underwatering, overwatering, and insectsStore, dry, and freeze your mushroom harvestCook with mushrooms, including variety-specific cooking tips and 8 tasty recipesFind supplies and more information with the resources listed at the back of the bookAfter reading Grow Your Own Mushrooms, you’ll discover that growing a mushroom is really no more difficult than growing a tomato. You just need a slightly different set of skills.Get started growing your own marvelous mushrooms with this easy-to-follow beginner’s guide.

Objev podobné jako Grow Your Own Mushrooms: A Beginner's Guide - Tavis Lynch

**Named a "Best of Ceramic Books" by Book Riot**Old, broken objects can become more beautiful than ever!The thought of throwing away a cherished dish or mug can be heartbreaking. If you've ever wanted to repair a treasured piece rather than tossing it in the trash—but didn't know how—the traditional Japanese art of Kintsugi ("gold repair") offers the perfect solution!A Beginner's Guide to Kintsugi teaches you the traditional Japanese techniques of pottery and glass repair based on the ancient Wabi Sabi idea that imperfections are beautiful, and visible repairs are part of the "life story" of an object. Author Michihiro Hori provides simple, safe, and inexpensive methods that you can do at home using tools and materials that are readily available online. Hori guides you through the entire process—from assembling and mixing the materials to reconstructing replacements for hopelessly shattered shards. With this book, you'll learn how to:Reinforce cracks, rebuild shattered areas, and apply the time-honored staple techniqueFix broken handles so they are fully functional againSafely work with lacquer and metallic powders to achieve beautiful, visible repairsWork with a variety of repair materials from gold leaf to washi paperRepair pottery and glass using traditional techniques for stunning resultsAs you take the ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako A Beginner's Guide to Kintsugi - Michihiro Hori

Make the most of your Windows 11 laptop or desktop computer--without becoming a technical expert! This book is the fastest way to get comfortable, get productive, get online, get started with social networking, make more connections, and have more fun! Even if you''ve never used a Windows computer before, this book shows you how to do what you want, one incredibly clear and easy step at a time. Computer basics have never, ever been this simple! Who knew how simple using computers could be? This is today''s best beginner''s guide to using your computer or tablet with the Windows 11 operating system...simple, practical instructions for doing everything you really want to do! Here''s a small sample of what you''ll learn: * Set up your computer and personalize the Windows 11 Start menu and desktop * Connect to the Internet and browse the Web with Microsoft Edge * Get started with social networking on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and LinkedIn * Video chat with Zoom and Microsoft Teams * Use Windows 11''s built-in apps--and find great new apps in the Microsoft Store * Connect printers and external storage * Connect to a home wireless network or public Wi-Fi hotspot * Go online ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Computer Basics Absolute Beginner's Guide, Windows 11 Edition - Michael Miller

"Beginner's Guide to Cake Decorating will show you how to make sugar flowers and leaves, plus many other sugar craft techniques such as fabric effects, piping royal icing, modelling figures and animals. Foolproof methods will ensure impressive results every time, no matter what your level of experience."

Objev podobné jako Beginner'S Guide to Cake Decorating - Murdoch Books Test Kitchen

Thanks to Procreate, designing characters for the entertainment industry can be done on the iPad. In this book for newcomers to the software, several renowned and experienced designers demonstrate how they do it, sharing not only their professional tips and tricks, but also how the traditional character design process translates to Procreate. Whether you sketch or paint, draw from reality, or dream up new concepts, you will become fluent in using Procreate for all stages of character design. The thorough Getting Started section spotlights the specific Procreate tools, such as Brushes, Layers, and Adjustments, that bring your characters to life. Perfecting color and nuance of hair, skin, eyes and fabric of your characters is vital, and the Quick Tips section lets you quickly locate and manipulate the tools you need. Take the opportunity to observe and practice the techniques as part of a real-world workflow, as professional character designers demonstrate in seven step-by-step Projects how to use Procreate’s tools to successfully evolve a character from initial thumbnails to final hero pose. Whether or not you have used Procreate before, Beginner’s Guide to Procreate: Characters ensures your character ideas and concepts become fully realized creations on the iPad screen.

Objev podobné jako Beginner's Guide To Procreate: Characters

Make the most of today''s JavaScript--even if you''ve never programmed anything before. JavaScript Absolute Beginner''s Guide, Third Edition is the fastest way to learn JavaScript, starting with the basics and gradually going deeper and broader into all the techniques you need to begin building highly scalable, performant web apps and experiences. Do what you want, the way you want, one incredibly easy step at a time! Learn all this, and much more: Start fast with the basics: values, variables, functions, conditionals, loops, closures, and more Create well-organized, clear code that''s easy to reuse and improve Learn proven best practices to build web apps that scale with outstanding performance Make the most of powerful object-oriented techniques to build complex, extensible apps Wrangle data like a pro by learning how to use the popular JSON standard, arrays, web storage, and more Translate your ideas into visually compelling and interactive content by learning how to work with the DOM Identify and fix issues quickly by learning how to use the in-browser development tools Understand the ins and outs of events and how you can use them to react to actions the user or the page will perform Learn how to ensure your code ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Javascript Absolute Beginner's Guide, Third Edition - Kirupa Chinnathambi

A Beginner''s Guide to Chinese Brush Painting teaches this ancient art form in an easy-to-understand way—no prior experience necessary!As one of the oldest continuous artistic traditions in the world, Chinese brush painting has been used for thousands of years to create images that harness the imagination, and capture the inner spirit of a subject—be it an animal, landscape or tree. All you need for this simple, but beautiful, art form is black watercolor paint, white paper, a brush and some creativity!An introduction tells you about the history of brush painting, and also gives tips for holding your brush, achieving different shades and collecting your materials. After that, the book takes you step-by-step through more than 35 hands-on activities—including basic strokes, putting them together to create an object or scene, the importance of leaving open space and even writing some Chinese calligraphy.With the help of this book, artists of all ages can learn to paint:Bamboo stalks, branches and leaf clustersA knotted pine tree and its delicate needlesA snail with a spiral shell and little body peeking out from underneathA waterfall gliding down the side of a mountainAnd much more!You''ll find that this activity will help you learn to center your mind ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako A Beginner's Guide to Chinese Brush Painting - Caroline Self, Susan Self

Sailing: A Beginner''s Guide takes the reader step-by-step from his or her first sail to an almost intuitive mastery of small boat handling. the delightful drawings combined with the author''s appealing writing style successfully explain topics in manageable double page spreads.The book unravels the mysteries of reading the wind, guides the reader through his or her first tenuous steps aboard, and then beyond to navigation, safety, seamanship and even trailering, conveying the magic as well as the nuts and bolts of sailing. It is a gentle introduction for those who are just starting out, and will provide many evocative images for those who already sail. It''s all here, more successfully captured than ever before in one book. Inspirational for novice and old hand alike.''A learn-to-sail book with heart'' - WoodenBoat'' A real winner...a masterful blend of straightforward text with delightful and instructive illustrations'' - Cruising World''Teaches sailing with flair and poetry'' - SAIL

Objev podobné jako Sailing: A Beginner's Guide - David Seidman

This exciting, comprehensive Beginner''s Guide, written by professional and famous digital artists working with Clip Studio Paint, is the first of its kind and will offer new and existing CSP users an incredibly in-depth look at creating impressive art with the software.Clip Studio Paint is a cross-platform drawing and animation software used by millions of artists worldwide. Its popularity has recently boomed - in 2022, the userbase had grown to 25 million. The software is popular with artists of every level, can be used on any device (mobile phone, tablets including the iPad, and any computer) and is relatively cheap to purchase compared to other software. It''s perfect for beginners wanting to try something out. For these reasons and more, there’s a keen audience for a high-quality tutorial book like this one.The book features an all-encompassing Getting Started section, covering all the basics and advice from a respected artist in the digital field. Each page teaches through screengrabs of the software in use, detailed written steps, and art in progress. There are also in-depth tutorials from professional artists covering a variety of genres in which the software might be used, including manga comics, character design, landscapes (real and fantasy), picture-book ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Beginner's Guide to Digital Painting in Clip Studio Paint

Written by an experienced trial lawyer, this book will help you understand the art of cross-examination. Not only will it prepare you for the courtroom, but it will also help you become a successful lawyer.One of the most well-known courtroom situations, the cross-examination is the formal interrogation of a witness called by the other party in a court of law to challenge or extend testimony already given. It is the prosecutor or defense attorney's opportunity to strengthen his or her own case by questioning the opposite side's witness. To do so with expertise, calm, and finesse is a hard-learned but invaluable skill.In The Absolute Beginners Guide to Cross-Examination, trial lawyer and teacher Samuel A. Stern demonstrates that conducting an effective cross-examination is a learned skill and that his comprehensive teachings are its foundation. This contemporary and clear guide is designed so that you can quickly and effectively cross-examine.Learn how to successfully cross-examine a witness in this easy-to-read, step-by-step guide. This book will be a integral addition to the shelf of every law student, lawyers who have newly passed the bar exam, law professors, and even seasoned practicing lawyers. Cross-examination is an art, and Stern teaches you the finest aspects of ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Absolute Beginner's Guide to Cross-Examination - Samuel A. Stern

The most comprehensive guide available for new players learning the ropes of the world's most popular game—Minecraft! NOT OFFICIAL MINECRAFT PRODUCT. NOT APPROVED BY OR ASSOCIATED WITH MOJANG.​ Immerse yourself in a new, vibrant, delightful world—exploring, fishing, farming, fighting (if you want), fossil-hunting, and so much more. Unlike any other game world, in Minecraft, you can touch, pick up, and place pretty much anything you see, anywhere; you can travel as far as you want in any direction, from desert to ocean to snowy mountains and crystal caves; and you can create any structure, from a humble animal pen to a giant working rollercoaster, using just the blocks the world is made of. There’s just so much to do in Minecraft that it’s very easy to overlook some of the extensive and fantastic gameplay. This guide will show you how to survive and thrive in this deep, broad, and complex world. It’s chock full of pro tips, challenges, and step-by-step instructions that will get you on the ground and running—and sneaking, boating, swimming (or even flying with rare elytra wings)! From how to find or build a simple shelter on your first night, to finding exotic hidden temples (and loot) ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Ultimate Beginner's Guide for Minecrafters - Megan Miller

Readers will learn the basics of crochet while creating 13 beautiful projects. Included are 10 bonus ideas for unique adaptations of the designs. The book is divided into parts that gradually introduce new basic stitches and skills. Patterns are written out—none exclusively use abbreviations that would confuse the learner, but abbreviations are introduced alongside spelled-out terms in the later patterns so the beginner can see how crochet patterns are typically written. All projects use a size 5mm hook and worsted-weight yarn.

Objev podobné jako Learn to Crochet: A Beginner's Guide - Bendy Carter

Discover the many ways you can use plant medicine to boost your physical, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing—with over 180 recipes and step-by-step instructions for herbal teas and other natural remedies. “ . . . contains far more than simple directives found in most herb books . . . Spiritual insights are richly interwoven with excellent herbal remedies.” —Rosemary Gladstar, author of Medicinal Herbs: A Beginner’s Guide With more than 180 easy-to-follow recipes and written by a well-respected urban herbalist, The Gift of Healing Herbs explores herbology as the “people’s medicine”—freely available to all—and as a powerful yet gentle way to heal the body, mind, heart, and soul. You will learn about: • The true nature of health and the causes of illness • The physical systems of the body and the common and not-so-common herbs for tonifying them • Recipes for teas, brews, and how to incorporate herbs into your daily life • The relationship between our body systems and the elements of Earth, Air, Fire, and Water Filled with personal stories, case histories, prayers, meditations, and more, The Gift of Healing Herbs is equal parts inspiration and instruction drawn from the author’s decades spent teaching and practicing herbal medicine ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Gift of Healing Herbs - Robin Rose Bennett

This book offers a thorough foundation for acupuncturists on the eight extraordinary vessels in Classical Chinese medicine.The contents cater for the beginner by providing a basic level introduction to the theory and practical application of the eight extraordinary vessel system to acupuncture practice and the healing process. History, the vessels, the pulses, point combinations and safety protocols are all covered, and case studies help demonstrate how this knowledge can be used in treatment.The book includes many helpful illustrations as well as sections on common problems particularly suited to 8EV treatment such as fertility, depression and emotional pain.

Objev podobné jako The Beginner's Guide to the Eight Extraordinary Vessels - Dolma Johanison

The ultimate beginner’s guide to the magic of Shakespeare, from the award-winning Michael Rosen and Chris Riddell.Step inside a sparkling celebration of the wonderful words of William Shakespeare. With former Children''s Laureate Michael Rosen as your guide, discover how Shakespeare explores love and heartbreak, magic and superstition, jealousy, beauty and much more in a collection of quotes and speeches taken from his plays – plus a selection of Shakespearean insults and one-liners! Michael Rosen’s commentary illuminates the Bard for beginners alongside sumptuous illustrations by Chris Riddell, making this the perfect book to bring Shakespeare to life for all ages.

Objev podobné jako Michael Rosen's Pocket Shakespeare: A Beginner's Guide to the Best Bits of the Bard - Michael Rosen

A Beginners Guide to the Periodic Table is a mind-blowing guide to the elements that make up the periodic table. By linking each element to a story, wacky science analogy or fascinating fact, Gill creates a unique first reference to the periodic table. From smelly sulphur and exploding hydrogen to why Stevie Wonder is blind and everything in between, Gill seamlessly explains the mind-boggling 92 elements which will make you look at the periodic table in a whole new light!??Packed full of eye-catching illustrations and fantastic explanatory diagrams, prepare to be amazed by the most wacky and informative first introductory to the periodic table ever!Packed full of eye-catching illustrations and fantastic explanatory diagrams, prepare to be amazed by the most wacky and informative first introductory to the periodic table ever!

Objev podobné jako A Beginner's Guide to the Periodic Table - Gill Arbuthnott

Do you know the difference between a bancha and a hojicha? How to brew the perfect matcha? With this book you will!Japanese tea expert Per Oscar Brekell is one of the few foreigners to complete the difficult training in Japan as a tea instructor. Now, with this book, he shares the secrets and insights he''s gleaned from a career dedicated to promoting and preparing this ancient beverage.Combining a practical approach with in-depth knowledge and a keen eye for the healthful benefits of tea, this visual guide will help you understand everything from how tea is picked and processed to the physical and mental health benefits that come from drinking it.Through stunning color photos and engaging information from Brekell, readers of this book will get:A guided tour of Japan''s main tea-growing regions, from Uji/Kyoto to Shizuoka and Kagoshima, and a journey from leaf to cupAn introduction to top-grade premium and single-estate Japanese teas like yabukita, koshun, yamakai, sofu and asatsuyuA detailed guide to brewing Japanese teas to enhance their flavor and to highlight their healthful propertiesAn in-depth look at traditional Japanese teapots and teacupsA curated selection of teas suitable for home brewing and serving in various situationsEvery tea lover will find ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako A Beginner's Guide to Japanese Tea - Per Oscar Brekell

Learn how to get the most out of your sewing machine with this comprehensive and easy-to-follow guide. There are 15 gorgeous projects to make including cushions, shoulder bags, soft toys and quilts. Full-size, fold-out patterns accompany the designs and 50 illustrated step-by-step lessons will guide you through all you need to get started. This book is a fantastic resource for those new to machine sewing and a great source of inspiration and ideas for more experienced sewers.

Objev podobné jako A Beginner's Guide to Machine Sewing - Clementine Collinet