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For Kate Bush, and indeed many in her strong fanbase, The Kick Inside is the album that started it all. Her 1978 debut was certainly attention grabbing; it propelled her to fame and got the ball rolling for a phenomenal career as a much appreciated musician and admired female talent. With the iconic 'Wuthering Heights', the young Kate had captured people's imagination with her original songwriting style and of course, her unique voice. In this book, music author Laura Shenton MA LLCM DipRSL offers an in depth perspective on The Kick Inside from a range of angles including how the album came to be, how it was presented and received at the time (live as well as on record), and what it means in terms of Kate Bush's legacy today. As the author explains: "Basically, the book covers how the album was made, what was going on with the music in terms of the artist's intentions, how it did musically and commercially and what happened next." The narrative is essentially driven by contemporary interviews with the artists with small bits of music theory where relevant... in some cases they delve into the structure / key signatures / time signatures, based on the original sheet music without straying away from being an engaging read for non-musicians. Autorid: Laura Shenton

Ajalooliste kriminaaljuttude kogumiku "Rõngu roimad" järjes "Põrgutõld" lahendab terava taibuga Rõngu pastor Alexander Lenz taaskord kummalisi tapmisjuhtumeid. Ajal, kui politseid päriselt ei olnud, oli ka kirikul oma kihelkonnas kurjategijate leidmies ja karistamises tähtis roll. Lenzi seekordsed uurimised viivad teda ka Rõngust kaugemale, sealhulgas Otepääle, kus asjaolud viitavad sellele, et saatan ise on öösiti mitu aadlikku otse põrgu viinud. Kuritöid uurides puutub Lenz kokku nii sarimõrvarite, maarahva soost nõidade, madude, vanade vaenude kui ka jubedate ebauskumustega ning harrastab usinalt Inglise ujumissporti. Lenz seikleb maailmas, mis ajaliselt ei ole meist kuigi kaugel, aga mida me tegelikult väga vähe tunneme. Lisaks rahvapärimusele on autor kasutanud vallakohtu protokolle ja arhiivimaterjale. Lugude sünd mused leiavad aset aastatel 1804"1810. Autorid: Joel Jans

See on järg Eva Pärteli 2017. aastal ilmunud raamatule "Nostalgilised tordid ja koogid", millest leiad 50 vanast ajast tuttavat kooki-torti-küpsetist. Raamatu abiga saad nüüd järele küpsetada mitmed kunagi nii armastatud küpsetised nagu "Virmalise" tort, "Sõpruse" kook, Tuula präänikud, Olümpia kohupiimatort, konjakitorud, koogike "Kastan", sefiiritäidisega vahvlid jpt. Paljudest tänapäeval populaarsetest küpsetistest on raamatus nn originaalvariandid, nii nagu emad-vanaemad neid mäletavad, sh klassikaline küpsisetort, kringel, "arlott, piparkoogid. Boonusretseptideks traditsioonilised tordid uuel moel: püstine meekook, kohupiima Napoleon ja mustikane linnupiimakook. Autorid: Eva Pärtel

"Discover the stories behind Jane Goodall's visionary approach to community-led conservation. You know of Jane Goodall's work with wild chimpanzees and her lifelong career advocating for environmental justice. But just as transformative is her work empowering local communities that live on the edge of human settlement to act to protect their natural resources-or to risk losing them forever. Local Voices, Local Choices: The Tacare Approach to Community-Led Conservation is the story of the Jane Goodall Institute's holistic approach to conservation, which puts the local people in charge of preserving their surrounding ecosystems. Rather than conservationists leading the effort and imposing their solutions, local communities that live in the affected regionsmake their own decisions. Working with science and technology and with the support of conservationists, these communities grow to understand their human impact on the environment. By choosing to adopt sustainable livelihoods, they decide their own path into the future, finding ways to balance their environmental impact with their communities' needs. Story by story, Local Voices, Local Choices brings readers into the diverse perspectives behind this approach to community-driven conservation-not only thoseof JGI staff and program partners but also, and equally, those of the local people who lead these initiatives. Read about: -The origins of the Tacare approach, originally designed as a 1994 reforestation project with an abbreviation pronounced "ta-CAR-reh" -A retired village member keeping the knowledge of medicinal plants alive in his community -Spiritual and cultural story-holders who are vital to the recording and preservation of their traditional ecological knowledge -Local people participating as forest monitors, village health workers, beekeepers, small-business owners, and educators of the next generation -Former poachers turned advocates for sustainable land management Written for conservationists, fans of Jane Goodall, and readers interested in environmental issues, Local Voices, Local Choices is a vibrant expression of Jane Goodall's vision and her hope that the Tacare approach will be understood and adopted wherever there is a need for genuine community-driven conservation. Local voices matter, and their choices can make all the difference for generations to come. Printed on 100% recycled paper"-- Local Voices, Local Choices: The Tacare Approach to Community-Led Conservation chronicles the stories behind Jane Goodall’s holistic approach to conservation in Africa. Discover the stories behind Jane Goodall’s visionary approach to community-led conservation.You know of Jane Goodall’s work with wild chimpanzees and her lifelong career advocating for environmental justice. But just as transformative is her work empowering local communities that live on the edge of human settlement to act to protect their natural resources—or to risk losing them forever.Local Voices, Local Choices: The Tacare Approach to Community-Led Conservation is the story of the Jane Goodall Institute’s holistic approach to conservation, which puts the local people in charge of preserving their surrounding ecosystems. Rather than conservationists leading the effort and imposing their solutions, local communities that live in the affected regions make their own decisions. Working with science and technology and with the support of conservationists, these communities grow to understand their human impact on the environment. By choosing to adopt sustainable livelihoods, they decide their own path into the future, finding ways to balance their environmental impact with their communities’ needs.Story by story, Local Voices, Local Choices brings readers into the diverse perspectives behind this approach to community-driven conservation—not only those of JGI staff and program partners but also, and equally, those of the local people who lead these initiatives.Read about:The origins of the Tacare approach, originally designed as a 1994 reforestation project with an abbreviation pronounced “ta-CAR-reh”A retired village member keeping the knowledge of medicinal plants alive in his communitySpiritual and cultural story-holders who are vital to the recording and preservation of their traditional ecological knowledgeLocal people participating as forest monitors, village health workers, beekeepers, small-business owners, and educators of the next generationFormer poachers turned advocates for sustainable land managementWritten for conservationists, fans of Jane Goodall, and readers interested in environmental issues, Local Voices, Local Choices is a vibrant expression of Jane Goodall’s vision and her hope that the Tacare approach will be understood and adopted wherever there is a need for genuine community-driven conservation.Local voices matter, and their choices can make all the difference for generations to come. Autorid: Jane Goodall, Jane Goodall

Join Long the Dragon, along with his charming companion Axolotl Dragon, on a delightful coloring adventure that celebrates everyday happiness! Within these pages, you'll uncover a magical realm brimming with captivating landscapes, seasonal scenes, and heartwarming dragons indulging in ice cream, boba tea, ramen, donut, pizza, and more. Let your creativity flourish as you dive into the whimsical world of these adorable fantasy creatures, including mermaids and unicorns. A perfect treat for dragon and coloring enthusiasts alike, this book is an ideal gift that encapsulates the magic of coloring and everyday joy, suitable for both children and adults.Whether you're seeking a relaxing solo activity or a charming group endeavor, "EVERYDAY HAPPY" is an excellent addition to classrooms, libraries, and at-home fun. Its engaging content and heartwarming illustrations make it a perfect tool to inspire creativity and imagination. This enchanting coloring experience harmoniously complements the inclusive dragon tale of the picture book "LONG GOES TO DRAGON SCHOOL." Don't miss the chance to immerse yourself in this charming coloring journey that promises to add a touch of everyday enchantment to your world. Autorid: Helen H. Wu

When joyful Sally wakes up with a gray cloud hanging over her head, she spends the day trying to hide it, but she soon realizes everyone feels sad sometimes, and that is okay. What’s the happiest kid supposed to do when she wakes up not feeling happy? A reassuring picture book debut about recognizing sadness and talking about big feelings.Sally is usually the happiest kid. She wakes up every morning with a bright sun shining over her bed, and she knows it’s going to be a good day. But one day she wakes up feeling different and there’s a gloomy cloud hanging over her instead. She doesn’t know why it’s there, but she doesn’t want anyone to see it—not her parents, not her teacher, and not her friends—so she hides it away. But as the day goes on, the cloud grows too big and heavy for her to carry, and Sally must find the courage to let it out. In this sweet story, Sarah Bagley Steele, Elsa Pu Si Lo, and Clarice Cai offer a gentle reminder that everyone feels sad sometimes, and that’s okay. Autorid: Sarah Bagley Steele, Elsa Pui Si Lo, Clarice Yunyi Cai

Learn to use your Cricut machine and make gorgeous projects with Cricut ambassador, Kimberly Coffin. Kimberly has been trusted by Cricut to test each new machine before launch for the past several years. She knows how overwhelming Cricut can be for beginners with no idea where to start, so she made it her goal to learn all she could, then spent months on trial and error. Once she got the hang of it, she fell in love with Cricut! It's now her mission to help you love your machine, have fun using it and create stunning projects. This book is loaded with everything you need to know to make the best use of your Cricut. Create beautiful projects step by step with your Cricut® ambassador, Kimberly Coffin, of Sweet Red Poppy® Learn to use your Cricut machine and make gorgeous projects with Cricut ambassador, Kimberly Coffin in this Cricut book for beginners and seasoned crafters! Kimberly will teach you how to use your machine with easy to follow step-by-step instructions. Kimberly has been trusted by Cricut to test each new machine before launch for the past several years. She knows how overwhelming Cricut can be for beginners with no idea where to start, so she made it her goal to learn all she could, then spent months on trial and error. Once she got the hang of it, she fell in love with Cricut! It's now her mission to help you love your machine, have fun using it and create stunning projects. This book is loaded with everything you need to know to make the best use of your Cricut. It includes: How to use tools, software, materials, etc. Information about different Cricut models Step-by-step projects Free downloadable files Tutorials Access to giveaways and much more! Autorid: Kimberly Coffin

National Book Award–winner Arthur Sze presents a one-of-a-kind anthology that vividly traces Chinese poetry from its centuries-old lyrical traditions up to the present day.In The Silk Dragon II, National Book Award–winning poet Arthur Sze presents a sophisticated vision of the vitality, diversity, and power of the Chinese poetic tradition. Traveling over one and a half millennia, Sze guides readers through a luminous history of verse, from the contemplative insights of fifth century poet Tao Qian, through Tang dynasty poets such as Wang Wei and Du Fu, and into subsequent centuries in which lived such innovative artists as Li Qingzhao and Bada Shanren, among many others. Extending the work from the original 2001 volume, The Silk Dragon II then traces classical Chinese poetry’s eruption into the free verse of the modern and contemporary eras, introducing groundbreaking poems by the Chinese Modernist master Wen Yiduo, as well as those from major living poets such as Wang Jiaxin, Zhai Yongming, and Xi Chuan. Through this remarkable journey—deepened by Sze’s personal introduction—we see that the “impossible task” of translation is yet rich with encounter, as both long-lost voices and those still speaking enter the same conversation, with the same vivacity. Autorid: Arthur Sze