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Pawnee: The Greatest Town in America
Leslie Knope - 2011
The book chronicles the city's colorful citizens and hopping nightlife, and also explores some of the most hilarious events from its crazy history—like the time the whole town was on fire, its ongoing raccoon infestation, and the cult that took over in the 1970s. Packed with laugh-out-loud-funny photographs, illustrations, and commentary by the other inhabitants of Pawnee, it's a must-read that will make you enjoy every moment of your stay in the Greatest Town in America. Praise for Pawnee: "Carrying this book around is a good way of picking up girls with glasses." —Tom Haverford "I have read over four books, and this is by far the one that has me in it the most." —Andy Dwyer "Literally the greatest endeavor of human creativity in the history of mankind." —Chris Traeger
Moosewood Restaurant Cooks at Home: Fast and Easy Recipes for Any Day
The Moosewood Collective - 1994
Busy balancing home, work, and other commitments, they've been cooking for family and friends every day of the week for over twenty years. Moosewood Restaurant Cooks at Home is the result of that experience -- over 150 carefully honed and tested recipes calling for the best ingredients, accompanied by time-saving tips and planning suggestions, add up to a delicious whole-foods cuisine that is versatile and healthful and can be prepared with a minimum of effort.This book contains dishes full of exciting flavors, sure to please every taste, from savory soups to substantial main-dish salads, from hearty stews to palate-teasing "small dishes." Sauces, salsas and dressings, and a collection of almost-instant desserts turn the simplest meal into an occasion.Chapters on techniques and menu planning, lists of recipes for special needs, including nondairy and vegan fare and kid-pleasing food, as well as an in-depth guide to stocking the meatless pantry (including a list of recommended convenience foods), make Moosewood Restaurant Cooks at Home the essential companion to everyday cooking.
Basic Patterns of Chinese Grammar: A Student's Guide to Correct Structures and Common Errors
Qin Xue Herzberg - 2010
Topics include word order, time, nouns, verbs, adjectives, word choices with verbs and adverbs, and letter writing. The simple format has one goal: quick mastery and growing confidence.Qin Xue Herzberg, a graduate of Beijing Normal University, has taught Chinese for decades and has been an upper-level Chinese professor at Calvin College for ten years.Larry Herzberg did his PhD work in Chinese and founded the Chinese language programs at Albion College and Calvin College.Qin and Larry live in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and are co-authors of the popular China Survival Guide as well as the recently released Chinese Proverbs and Popular Sayings.
Cryptanalysis: A Study of Ciphers and Their Solution
Helen Fouche Gaines - 1939
Nihilist, grille, U. S. Army, key-phrase, multiple-alphabet, Gronsfeld, Porta, Beaufort, periodic ciphers, and more. Simple and advanced methods. 166 specimens to solve — with solutions.
How the Irish Invented Slang: The Secret Language of the Crossroads
Daniel Cassidy - 2007
"Jazz" and "poker," "sucker" and "scam" all derive from Irish. While demonstrating this, Daniel Cassidy simultaneously traces the hidden history of how Ireland fashioned America, not just linguistically, but through the Irish gambling underworld, urban street gangs, and the powerful political machines that grew out of them. Cassidy uncovers a secret national heritage, long discounted by our WASP-dominated culture.Daniel Cassidy is the founder and co-director of the Irish Studies Program at New College in San Francisco.
Greek Grammar
Herbert Weir Smyth - 1956
All necessary corrections have been made, and the book retains the form which has long made it the most complete and valuable work of its kind. In this descriptive grammar the author offers a treatment of Greek syntax which is exceptionally rich as well subtle and varied.
Sniglets (Snig'lit): Any Word That Doesn't Appear in the Dictionary, But Should
Rich Hall - 1984
Comedy illustrated.
Declutter Your Home Effectively: House Cleaning Hacks to a Clutter Free Life: Home Organization and Management Tips, DIY house cleaning hacks, organize ... your Life and Home Effectively)
K. Collins - 2015
You are reading the right book. Through this book, you will know why you need to declutter, what are the obstacles you may encounter when removing clutters at home and in your life. Through this book, you will know why you need to declutter, what are the obstacles you may encounter when removing clutters at home and in your life. You will able to understand and solve your clutter problems successfully. Apply these strategies into action! I would be very happy if you will be able to declutter your home effectively. I understand how busy you may be and how difficult it is for you to start cleaning your house. Simply thinking where to put something, or whether or not to throw it can be very frustrating. Nothing to worry, I got you covered. This book is designed to help you gain control of your life by controlling and eliminating your clutter. It will guide you do simple habits that may help you declutter your things without the pain of doing it. Strategies here are so simple, easy and enjoyable. If applied properly, I can promise that within a few weeks or months your house will be clean and organized. The end goal is not to only clean your house but to also make you feel lighter and happier. What you’ll learn in this book: -what is clutter -why you need to declutter -things holding you back from decluttering -the significant difference between organizing and decluttering -benefits of decluttering -questions to ask yourself when dealing with clutter -step in decluttering -how to make a habit of decluttering ***Get this book now for the special promotion price of $2.99! Regularly priced at $4.99.*** Scroll to the top of the page and select the buy button. tags: organizing home, house cleaning hacks, diy household hacks, minimalist living, tyding up, declutter your life, decluttering and organizing, cleaning and organizing hacks, cleaning your house, housekeeping, becoming minimalist, maximize home, maximize life, managing your time, keep house clean, decluttering strategies, Home Organization For A Stress Free Life, art of minimalist living,
Culinaria Greece: Greek Specialties
Marianthi Milona - 2004
Since 1990, she has been a journalist for regional, national, and international radio and print media. Because of her in-depth knowledge of Greece and the Balkans, she regularly makes extended research trips to all the important areas of southeast Europe. Werner Stapelfeldt began his career as a photographer for travel guides and magazines. After studying photo design he went to work as a freelance photographer, predominantly in the commercial field, working for agencies and institutions. His assignment with the Culinaria series took him to Greece for eight months, where he uncovered unusual wines, fruits, and various Greek dishes. He spent time with people at work and at play and, of course, at the table, all the while endeavoring to capture the country, its specialties, and its atmosphere in the photographs that illustrate this book.
A Dictionary of Modern English Usage
Henry Watson Fowler - 1926
It covers topics such as plurals and literary technique, distinctions among like words (homonyms and synonyms), and the use of foreign terms.This book is intended for general; students and teachers of English; anyone wanting guidance on the correct use of English.
Sailing in a Spoonful of Water
Joe Coomer - 1997
"Sailing in a Spoongful of Water" is his memior of your years spent aboard his vintage motorsailor, Yonder, off the coast of Maine. This is a book that will entrance lovers of the sea, yet more deeply is it's abook about family: In prose rich with humor and awe, Coomer revisits the signal moments in his life and finds in his wife and their parents and grandparents his own safest harbor. The work of a writer whose powers grow with each book," Sailing in a Spoonful of Water" is that uncommon thing--a book full of welcome and joy.
Counterpoint
Kent Kennan - 1972
While a limited understanding of contrapuntal elements may be gained through analysis alone, these elements are grasped in a more intimate way through the actual writing of contrapuntal examples. Also, by linking the study of counterpoint to music of a specific period, the text provides a clear model for students to emulate and a definite basis for the criticism of student work.
CARDIO SUCKS! 15 Excellent Ways to Burn Fat Fast and Get in Shape (The Lean Muscle Series)
Michael Matthews - 2012
And it's a fast read--no fluff here.Here are some of the secrets you'll learn inside:The 4 biggest weight loss myths and mistakes that keep people fat and stuck in a rut. If you've fallen victim to any of these (and most people have), you NEED to have this information.The 3 simple laws of healthy fat loss. All workable weight-loss methods rely on the three simple rules to achieve results, and once you know them, you don't need to chase fads.Why long-distance jogging is an incredibly inefficient way to lose weight and what you should do instead to have a lean, sexy body that you're proud of. (The good news is it's easy and takes no more than 20 minutes per day!)A fat-incinerating method of cardio that you can literally do during the 2-3 minute commercial breaks of your favorite TV shows. 4 killer circuit training workouts that not only melt fat but give you hard, rippling muscles that will make people green with envy.And more... This book is for people that hate doing cardio and want to squeeze every ounce of fat loss possible out of their workouts.Forget pounding the pavement for hours and hours every week just to lose a little fat and muscle. Follow the methods taught in this book and you can torch fat in a fraction of the time and get tight, toned muscles (and you might actually have some fun too!).SPECIAL BONUS FOR READERS!With this book you'll also get a free 23-page bonus report from the author called "12 Health & Fitness Mistakes You Don't Know You're Making."In this free bonus report, you're going to learn the truth behind 12 of the most common health & fitness myths out there that ruin people's efforts to get fit. If you've ever wondered about things like if your genetics are holding you back, if you should stretch before lifting weights, if certain exercises shape your muscles better than others, and if you should shoot for a "target" heart rate zone to burn fat, then you need to read this report.
The Everything Dog Training and Tricks Book: Turn the Most Mischievous Canine Into a Well-Behaved Dog Whoturn the Most Mischievous Canine Into a Well-Behaved Dog Who Knows a Few Tricks Knows a Few Tricks
Gerilyn J. Bielakiewicz - 2002
Describes basic methods of training a dog, covering such topics as using a clicker, housebreaking, and controlling unwanted behavior, and includes instructions on how to train a dog to do tricks.