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Origins of the Specious

Myths and Misconceptions of the English Language

par Patricia T. O'Conner, Stewart Kellerman ...

Do you cringe when a talking head pronounces “niche” as NITCH? Do you get bent out of shape when your teenager begins a sentence with “and”? Do you think British spellings are more “civilised” than the American versions? If you answered yes to any of those questions, you’re myth-informed.In Origins of the Specious, word mavens Patricia T. O’Conner and Stewart Kellerman reveal why some of grammar’s ... En savoir plus

$14.99 CAD

Do you cringe when a talking head pronounces “niche” as NITCH? Do you get bent out of shape when your teenager begins a sentence with “and”? Do you think British spellings are more “civilised” than the American versions? If you answered yes to any of those questions, you’re myth-informed.In Origins of the Specious, word mavens Patricia T. O’Conner and Stewart Kellerman reveal why some of grammar’s
... En savoir plus
The Big Book of Mysteries

par Lionel & Patricia Fanthorpe ...

Collections Livre 14 - Mysteries and Secrets
From Atlantis to Nostradamus, Masons to Templars, Lionel and Patricia Fanthorpe have explored some of the greatest mysteries ever known in this world and beyond. Now, in The Big Book of Mysteries, the Fanthorpes attempt to answer, among other questions:What are the origins of blood-sucking creatures such as vampires?Do Yeti and Sasquatch truly exist on mountains in Canada and Nepal?Who actually ... En savoir plus

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From Atlantis to Nostradamus, Masons to Templars, Lionel and Patricia Fanthorpe have explored some of the greatest mysteries ever known in this world and beyond. Now, in The Big Book of Mysteries, the Fanthorpes attempt to answer, among other questions:What are the origins of blood-sucking creatures such as vampires?Do Yeti and Sasquatch truly exist on mountains in Canada and Nepal?Who actually
... En savoir plus
The Age of Sustainability

Just Transitions in a Complex World

par Mark Swilling ...

Collections series Routledge Studies in Sustainable Development
With transitions to more sustainable ways of living already underway, this book examines how we understand the underlying dynamics of the transitions that are unfolding. Without this understanding, we enter the future in a state of informed bewilderment.Every day we are bombarded by reports about ecosystem breakdown, social conflict, economic stagnation and a crisis of identity. There is mounting ... En savoir plus

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With transitions to more sustainable ways of living already underway, this book examines how we understand the underlying dynamics of the transitions that are unfolding. Without this understanding, we enter the future in a state of informed bewilderment.Every day we are bombarded by reports about ecosystem breakdown, social conflict, economic stagnation and a crisis of identity. There is mounting
... En savoir plus
Aquarium Fish

par Collins ...

This handy, pocket-sized guide is essential reading for anyone who owns, or is thinking of investing in, an aquarium. It’s packed with colour photographs and provides all the information you need in a concise and accessible format.This compact guide is full of helpful information and expert advice on setting up an aquarium and caring for your fish. It explains the different types of tank, ... En savoir plus

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This handy, pocket-sized guide is essential reading for anyone who owns, or is thinking of investing in, an aquarium. It’s packed with colour photographs and provides all the information you need in a concise and accessible format.This compact guide is full of helpful information and expert advice on setting up an aquarium and caring for your fish. It explains the different types of tank,
... En savoir plus
Raspberry Pi :Raspberry Pi Guide On Python & Projects Programming In Easy Steps

par Jason Scotts ...

"Raspberry Pi Programming Guide" is a text that gives the reader a bit of insight into this form of technology. It is European based and is just making a debut in North America so many are curious about it and what exactly this technology can do. The aim that the author has with this text is to highlight the main functions of Raspberry Pi and how it can be beneficial to the consumer in the long ... En savoir plus

$4.99 CAD

"Raspberry Pi Programming Guide" is a text that gives the reader a bit of insight into this form of technology. It is European based and is just making a debut in North America so many are curious about it and what exactly this technology can do. The aim that the author has with this text is to highlight the main functions of Raspberry Pi and how it can be beneficial to the consumer in the long
... En savoir plus
Uncle Tom's Cabin - The Original Classic Edition

par Stowe Harriet ...

Uncle Toms Cabin; or, Life Among the Lowly is an anti-slavery novel by American author Harriet Beecher Stowe. Published in 1852, the novel helped lay the groundwork for the Civil War, according to Will Kaufman.Stowe, a Connecticut-born teacher at the Hartford Female Academy and an active abolitionist, featured the character of Uncle Tom, a long-suffering black slave around whom the stories of ... En savoir plus

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Uncle Toms Cabin; or, Life Among the Lowly is an anti-slavery novel by American author Harriet Beecher Stowe. Published in 1852, the novel helped lay the groundwork for the Civil War, according to Will Kaufman.Stowe, a Connecticut-born teacher at the Hartford Female Academy and an active abolitionist, featured the character of Uncle Tom, a long-suffering black slave around whom the stories of
... En savoir plus
Your DNA Guide - the Book

par Diahan Southard ...

DNA test results from AncestryDNA, 23andMe and other companies can reveal more than ethnicity percentages. They may be key to finding your unknown relatives from biological parents to 2X great grandparents. Your DNA Guide—the Book takes you on a step-by-step journey of discovery, providing clear explanations to help you find answers. You'll follow concrete plans, learning important DNA concepts- ... En savoir plus

$24.99 CAD

DNA test results from AncestryDNA, 23andMe and other companies can reveal more than ethnicity percentages. They may be key to finding your unknown relatives from biological parents to 2X great grandparents. Your DNA Guide—the Book takes you on a step-by-step journey of discovery, providing clear explanations to help you find answers. You'll follow concrete plans, learning important DNA concepts-
... En savoir plus
Éditions MultiMondes, 25 ans de savoir en action

par Éditions MultiMondes ...

La curiosité est sans doute la plus importante qualité humaine, car c’est elle qui, de tout temps, a poussé les humains à se servir de leur intelligence pour comprendre, s’exprimer et apprendre. Mettre à la portée du plus grand nombre de « curieux » possible les connaissances qui nous semblaient les plus porteuses d’avenir a été notre principale motivation pour choisir, préparer et publier les ... En savoir plus

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La curiosité est sans doute la plus importante qualité humaine, car c’est elle qui, de tout temps, a poussé les humains à se servir de leur intelligence pour comprendre, s’exprimer et apprendre. Mettre à la portée du plus grand nombre de « curieux » possible les connaissances qui nous semblaient les plus porteuses d’avenir a été notre principale motivation pour choisir, préparer et publier les
... En savoir plus
Le Surviethon : vingt-cinq ans plus tard

Collection Vers l'inconnu

par André-François Bourbeau ...

Le docteur André-François Bourbeau est surtout connu du grand public comme étant celui qui a établi en 1984 le record Guiness de la plus longue période de survie volontaire en milieu sauvage. Après ce périple unique très médiatisé, monsieur Bourbeau avait consigné méticuleusement ses observations dans ce qui allait devenir le livre Surviethon au gré de la nature, paru aux Éditions JCL en 1988. ... En savoir plus

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Le docteur André-François Bourbeau est surtout connu du grand public comme étant celui qui a établi en 1984 le record Guiness de la plus longue période de survie volontaire en milieu sauvage. Après ce périple unique très médiatisé, monsieur Bourbeau avait consigné méticuleusement ses observations dans ce qui allait devenir le livre Surviethon au gré de la nature, paru aux Éditions JCL en 1988.
... En savoir plus
The Flanker Dictionary of Newfoundland English

par Garry Cranford ...

A book for those who come from away and for us livyers. This work brings together words from indigenous cultures and words spoken and recorded in English from the time of the European discovery of the New Founde Lande in 1497. The dominant European language became English, imported from the West Country of England and enriched by settlers from Scotland, Wales, Ireland, the Channel Islands, and ... En savoir plus

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A book for those who come from away and for us livyers. This work brings together words from indigenous cultures and words spoken and recorded in English from the time of the European discovery of the New Founde Lande in 1497. The dominant European language became English, imported from the West Country of England and enriched by settlers from Scotland, Wales, Ireland, the Channel Islands, and
... En savoir plus
Changez vos questions, changez votre vie

Dix puissants outils pour la vie personnelle et professionnelle

par Marilee Adams ...

Traduit par Marielle Saint-Prix ...

Vous pouvez changer le cours de votre vie...Il suffit de se poser les bonnes questions !La première édition du livre de Marilee Adams avait fait découvrir une vérité surprenante, propre à chambouler l’existence : n’importe lequel d’entre nous peut transformer sa vie en changeant les questions qu’il pose, surtout celles qu’il se pose. Nous pouvons poser des questions qui nous ouvrent à la ... En savoir plus

$19.99 CAD ou Gratuit avec Kobo Plus

Vous pouvez changer le cours de votre vie...Il suffit de se poser les bonnes questions !La première édition du livre de Marilee Adams avait fait découvrir une vérité surprenante, propre à chambouler l’existence : n’importe lequel d’entre nous peut transformer sa vie en changeant les questions qu’il pose, surtout celles qu’il se pose. Nous pouvons poser des questions qui nous ouvrent à la
... En savoir plus
The Old Money Book: How to Live Better While Spending Less

How to Live

par Byron Tully ...

"Oh my god, it's happening again."These were author Byron Tully's words as he watched the global economy implode as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic in the early months of 2020.It was a startling, surreal sequel to the 2007 Financial Crisis. It left millions of Americans not only facing a deadly health crisis, but also unemployment, eviction or foreclosure, and the loss of any savings they might ... En savoir plus

$7.99 CAD ou Gratuit avec Kobo Plus

"Oh my god, it's happening again."These were author Byron Tully's words as he watched the global economy implode as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic in the early months of 2020.It was a startling, surreal sequel to the 2007 Financial Crisis. It left millions of Americans not only facing a deadly health crisis, but also unemployment, eviction or foreclosure, and the loss of any savings they might
... En savoir plus
Yours Truly

An Obituary Writer's Guide to Telling Your Story

par James R. Hagerty ...

In this surprisingly upbeat book about a usually downbeat subject, The Wall Street Journal’s veteran obituary writer, James R. Hagerty, shares his unique skills with those who want to have the last word by crafting their own stories in their own voices—with flourish, honesty, and even humor.Someday, your life story is likely to be boiled down to a few lines. If you leave things to chance, your ... En savoir plus

$16.99 CAD ou Gratuit avec Kobo Plus

In this surprisingly upbeat book about a usually downbeat subject, The Wall Street Journal’s veteran obituary writer, James R. Hagerty, shares his unique skills with those who want to have the last word by crafting their own stories in their own voices—with flourish, honesty, and even humor.Someday, your life story is likely to be boiled down to a few lines. If you leave things to chance, your
... En savoir plus
Miscarriage, Medicine & Miracles

par Amy Zavatto, Bruce Young M.D. ...

From one of the foremost doctors in the field and a woman who has experienced miscarriage herself comes a comprehensive, encouraging, and accessible guide on both the causes and, more important, the prevention of miscarriage.Though one in four American women will lose her pregnancy, this heartbreaking experience remains a taboo subject, fraught with myths and misinformation. But with the right ... En savoir plus

$7.99 CAD

From one of the foremost doctors in the field and a woman who has experienced miscarriage herself comes a comprehensive, encouraging, and accessible guide on both the causes and, more important, the prevention of miscarriage.Though one in four American women will lose her pregnancy, this heartbreaking experience remains a taboo subject, fraught with myths and misinformation. But with the right
... En savoir plus
Solid Food 101: How To Eat Healthy During Pregnancy, Prepare Food For Your Baby, And Establish Food Loving Mindset In Children

par Ivona Nikolic ...

Would you like to raise a child who eats healthy food with excitement, doesn't throw tantrums at dinner, and knows the value of sharing a family meal?You're in the right place.Solid Food 101 is the dream come true for parents all over the world that helps them establish core nutritional values in their child's mindset. Packed with useful information about proper eating habits in pregnancy, as well ... En savoir plus

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Would you like to raise a child who eats healthy food with excitement, doesn't throw tantrums at dinner, and knows the value of sharing a family meal?You're in the right place.Solid Food 101 is the dream come true for parents all over the world that helps them establish core nutritional values in their child's mindset. Packed with useful information about proper eating habits in pregnancy, as well
... En savoir plus
The Book of Lists

The Original Compendium of Curious Information

par David Wallechinsky, Ira Basen, Jane Farrow, Amy D. Wallace ...

A new edition of the classic bestseller from the original authors, with additional material specifically prepared for Canadian readers by long-time This Morning CBC producer, Ira Basen, and Jane Farrow, the author of Wanted Words.In 1977, a publishing sensation was born. The Book of Lists, the first and best compendium of facts weirder than fiction, was published. Filled with intriguing ... En savoir plus

$9.99 CAD

A new edition of the classic bestseller from the original authors, with additional material specifically prepared for Canadian readers by long-time This Morning CBC producer, Ira Basen, and Jane Farrow, the author of Wanted Words.In 1977, a publishing sensation was born. The Book of Lists, the first and best compendium of facts weirder than fiction, was published. Filled with intriguing
... En savoir plus
Interview For Success

It’s Your Move

par Marge Watters ...

Collections Livre 2 - It’s Your Move
Finding the work you want can be a daunting challenge. The rules have changed, the playing field has been rearranged and the players are unpredictable. Those who play smart will learn a lot about themselves and the dynamic environment of the workplace.Playing smart includes being ready for every conversation that focuses on your career direction. It could be an informal chat with an old friend or ... En savoir plus

$2.99 CAD ou Gratuit avec Kobo Plus

Finding the work you want can be a daunting challenge. The rules have changed, the playing field has been rearranged and the players are unpredictable. Those who play smart will learn a lot about themselves and the dynamic environment of the workplace.Playing smart includes being ready for every conversation that focuses on your career direction. It could be an informal chat with an old friend or
... En savoir plus
Here I Stand - A Life Of Martin Luther

par Roland Bainton ...

This early work on Martin Luther is both expensive and hard to find in its first edition. It details the life of the monk responsible for translating the Bible from Latin into German and for inspiring the Lutheran movement. This is a fascinating work and is thoroughly recommended for anyone interested in the history of European religion. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back ... En savoir plus

$10.99 CAD ou Gratuit avec Kobo Plus

This early work on Martin Luther is both expensive and hard to find in its first edition. It details the life of the monk responsible for translating the Bible from Latin into German and for inspiring the Lutheran movement. This is a fascinating work and is thoroughly recommended for anyone interested in the history of European religion. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back
... En savoir plus
Spitfire Manual

par Edited by Dilip Sarkar ...

An amazing array of leaflets, books and manuals were issued by the Air Ministry during the Second World War to aid pilots in flying the Supermarine Spitfire, here for the first time they are collated into a single book. An introduction is supplied by expert aviation historian Dilip Sarkar. Other sections include aircraft recognition, how to act as an RAF officer, bailing out, and so on. ... En savoir plus

$10.99 CAD

An amazing array of leaflets, books and manuals were issued by the Air Ministry during the Second World War to aid pilots in flying the Supermarine Spitfire, here for the first time they are collated into a single book. An introduction is supplied by expert aviation historian Dilip Sarkar. Other sections include aircraft recognition, how to act as an RAF officer, bailing out, and so on.
... En savoir plus
Big Book of Animals

Children's Book of Animal Fun Facts

par Speedy Publishing ...

Collections series Books For Kids Series
Children of all ages love picture books. With bright colors and appealing pictures children are usually drawn to them and they're often the first type of book they can relate to before reading words. Seeing pictures of animals are fun for children as they are some of the first things they learn to recognize. Children learn to relate an animal with the sounds they make. A big book of animal ... En savoir plus

$6.99 CAD

Children of all ages love picture books. With bright colors and appealing pictures children are usually drawn to them and they're often the first type of book they can relate to before reading words. Seeing pictures of animals are fun for children as they are some of the first things they learn to recognize. Children learn to relate an animal with the sounds they make. A big book of animal
... En savoir plus
The Holy and the Broken

A cry for Israeli-Palestinian peace from a land that must be shared, finalist in the 75th US National Jewish Book Awards

par Ittay Flescher ...

When dehumanisation and destruction become the norm, the cycle must be broken.Longlisted for the 2025 Walkley AwardFinalist in the 75th US National Jewish Book AwardsShortlisted for the 2026 Shalom Collective Australian Jewish Writer Awards - The Leslie and Sophie Caplan Award for Jewish Non-FictionFor over twenty years, Ittay Flescher has worked as an educator, journalist a... ... En savoir plus

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When dehumanisation and destruction become the norm, the cycle must be broken.Longlisted for the 2025 Walkley AwardFinalist in the 75th US National Jewish Book AwardsShortlisted for the 2026 Shalom Collective Australian Jewish Writer Awards - The Leslie and Sophie Caplan Award for Jewish Non-FictionFor over twenty years, Ittay Flescher has worked as an educator, journalist a...
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Uncle John's Presents Book of the Dumb 2

par John Scalzi ...

In this sequel to the best-selling Uncle John’s Presents Book of the Dumb, guest author John Scalzi casts a wide net to bring readers more mind-boggling dumbosities perpetrated by dumb-doers. This time, to prove that dumb-nastics are not a modern phenomenon, Scalzi digs into the past to unearth some of history’s most ill-advised blunders. The lesson: Dumb is as dumb does. And you’ll be smarter for ... En savoir plus

$12.99 CAD

In this sequel to the best-selling Uncle John’s Presents Book of the Dumb, guest author John Scalzi casts a wide net to bring readers more mind-boggling dumbosities perpetrated by dumb-doers. This time, to prove that dumb-nastics are not a modern phenomenon, Scalzi digs into the past to unearth some of history’s most ill-advised blunders. The lesson: Dumb is as dumb does. And you’ll be smarter for
... En savoir plus
Switching from PC to Mac Survival Guide (Mobi Manuals)

par K,Toly ...

For a PC user it may be overwhelming to switch to a Mac because of its drastic differences. This book will help you to make a smooth transition to your new Mac by explaining the various features you are already familiar with on a PC and then describing their Mac equivalents. Whether you have purchased a new Mac desktop or laptop the "Switching from PC to Mac Survival Guide" will help you to get ... En savoir plus

$4.99 CAD ou Gratuit avec Kobo Plus

For a PC user it may be overwhelming to switch to a Mac because of its drastic differences. This book will help you to make a smooth transition to your new Mac by explaining the various features you are already familiar with on a PC and then describing their Mac equivalents. Whether you have purchased a new Mac desktop or laptop the "Switching from PC to Mac Survival Guide" will help you to get
... En savoir plus
Le grand saut. Osez sortir de votre zone de confort

par Gay Hendricks ...

Traduit par Renée Thivierge ...

Nous nous empêchons trop souvent de vivre la joie et la satisfaction que nous méritons avec des pensées du type : « C’est trop beau pour être vrai », « Je ne le mérite pas. » C’est ce que Gay Hendricks appelle le « problème de la limite supérieure ». Non seulement cette réaction émotionnelle négative fait obstacle à notre bonheur mais elle nous empêche d’atteindre notre objectif. Apprenez à ... En savoir plus

$12.99 CAD

Nous nous empêchons trop souvent de vivre la joie et la satisfaction que nous méritons avec des pensées du type : « C’est trop beau pour être vrai », « Je ne le mérite pas. » C’est ce que Gay Hendricks appelle le « problème de la limite supérieure ». Non seulement cette réaction émotionnelle négative fait obstacle à notre bonheur mais elle nous empêche d’atteindre notre objectif. Apprenez à
... En savoir plus

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