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Author : James Howard Kunstler
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 326 pages
File Size : 40,40 MB
Release : 1998-03-26
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 0684837374

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In his landmark book The Geography of Nowhere James Howard Kunstler visited the "tragic sprawlscape of cartoon architecture, junked cities, and ravaged countryside" America had become and declared that the deteriorating environment was not merely a symptom of a troubled culture, but one of the primary causes of our discontent. In Home from Nowhere Kunstler not only shows that the original American Dream -- the desire for peaceful, pleasant places in which to work and live -- still has a strong hold on our imaginations, but also offers innovative, eminently practical ways to make that dream a reality. Citing examples from around the country, he calls for the restoration of traditional architecture, the introduction of enduring design principles in urban planning, and the development of public spaces that acknowledge our need to interact comfortable with one another.

Author : Libby Phillips Meggs
Publisher : Turtleback Books
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 35,27 MB
Release : 2003-09-01
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781417618170

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A homeless cat spends several seasons trying to survive the elements until at last a suburban family adopts him.

Author : James Patterson
Publisher : jimmy patterson
Page : 309 pages
File Size : 28,65 MB
Release : 2014-11-24
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0316405884

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In this highly-illustrated series from James Patterson, an extraordinary robot signs up for an ordinary fifth grade class . . . and elementary school will never be the same! It was never easy for Sammy Hayes-Rodriguez to fit in, so he's dreading the day when his genius mom insists he bring her newest invention to school: a walking, talking robot he calls E-for "Error". Sammy's no stranger to robots; his house is full of a colorful cast of them. But this one not only thinks it's Sammy's brother . . . it's actually even nerdier than Sammy. Will E be Sammy's one-way ticket to Loserville? Or will he prove to the world that it's cool to be square? It's a roller-coaster ride for Sammy to discover the amazing secret E holds that could change family forever . . . if all goes well on the trial run!

Author : James Huniford
Publisher : The Monacelli Press, LLC
Page : 233 pages
File Size : 12,26 MB
Release : 2020-11-10
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 1580935176

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An in-depth look at the design process of James Huniford, who is renowned for his skill in juxtaposing oppostites--contemporary with traditional, rustic with refined--to create a timeless whole. James Huniford, universally known as Ford, explores his design process thematically, with chapters on approaching a room, considering scale and proportion, selecting materials and art, using color effectively, and marrying form and function. His goal is to create "a modern sensibility of calm." Of special interest is his ability to create artworks out of found objects, compositions of tools, baskets, or metalwork that become compelling wall sculptures or freestanding pieces. Examples are drawn from a rich variety of projects--elegant Upper East Side apartments to raw lofts on the Lower East Side to contemporary condominums in new "supertall" towers in Manhattan, country houses in Connecticut, Upstate New York, and Martha's Vineyard, and across the country in Nashville and Marin Country, California. Special insight into his process can be gleaned from his own homes, a loft in Tribeca and a historic house in Bridgehampton that he readily admits are laboratories for his ideas.

Author : James T. Farmer
Publisher : Gibbs Smith
Page : 337 pages
File Size : 31,39 MB
Release : 2017-08-29
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 1423645448

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The acclaimed interior designer combines rich tradition with modern sensibilities in this beautifully photographed book of homes across the deep South. James Farmer’s design firm works with clients across the South who want to turn their houses into homes. Now Farmer takes readers on a guided tour of eleven home projects—from makeovers to remodels and new construction—as he brings together a cultivated mix of high and low, storied and new, collected and found; presenting them all as a thoughtfully exhibited array of taste, style, good architecture, and interior comfort. Woven alongside beautiful photography of interiors and exteriors are personal stories James shares about living in the South, the people in his life, and how he fell in love with home design. A Place to Call Home is a beautiful book to inspire Southern style at home―infusing the new with antique, vintage, and heirloom pieces.

Author : James Patterson
Publisher : jimmy patterson
Page : 318 pages
File Size : 38,61 MB
Release : 2019-04-08
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 0316515000

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The best series since The Hunger Games just got better: Escape is just the beginning in this dystopian story of two fearless sisters who must defeat a powerful regime -- or risk becoming what they despise. Twin sisters Becca and Cassie barely got out of the Crazy House alive. Now they're trained, skilled fighters who fear nothing -- not even the all-powerful United regime. Together, the sisters hold the key to defeating the despotic government and freeing the people of the former United States. But to win this war, will the girls have to become the very thing they hate? In this gripping sequel to James Patterson's New York Times bestselling YA blockbuster Crazy House, the world is about to get even crazier.

Author : Aaron James
Publisher : Anchor
Page : 342 pages
File Size : 43,37 MB
Release : 2017-08-08
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 0385540744

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From the bestselling author of Assholes: A Theory, a book that—in the tradition of Shopclass as Soulcraft, Barbarian Days and Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance—uses the experience and the ethos of surfing to explore key concepts in philosophy. The existentialist philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre once declared "the ideal limit of aquatic sports . . . is waterskiing." The avid surfer and lavishly credentialed academic philosopher Aaron James vigorously disagrees, and in Surfing with Sartre he intends to expound the thinking surfer's view of the matter, in the process elucidating such philosophical categories as freedom, being, phenomenology, morality, epistemology, and even the emerging values of what he terms "leisure capitalism." In developing his unique surfer-philosophical worldview, he draws from his own experience of surfing and from surf culture and lingo, and includes many relevant details from the lives of the philosophers, from Aristotle to Wittgenstein, with whose thought he engages. In the process, he'll speak to readers in search of personal and social meaning in our current anxious moment, by way of doing real, authentic philosophy.

Author : Ian Newbegin
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 24,54 MB
Release : 2015-01-23
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1503501442

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Frank, and his fellow operatives were kept busy on earth, protecting the inhabitants from each other, since many people were affected by mind altering rays, and these people were made to think that they were fighting for a cause. Janes, Kate, Chris and Louise continued to grow with their newly acquired powers which were far stronger than those of regular operatives. In fact, the group grew to twelve, four from another planet and they were soon involved with missions to protect both earth and particularly the planet Tishog. This group soon became known as the Hymaidem, and each member were sworn to secrecy because of their advanced powers. James discovers the Head Quarters for the Deltrum group on Earth, and helps to defuse its potential powers on Earth. Louise is held captive by the group and is saved with James help. Frank learns of James involvement and orders him to never mind travel again, though he does not learn of James true potential. Disruption to civilisation on earth continues, thus keeping the operatives busy. However, it is soon learned that Tishog is a planet that is in grave danger of being invaded. The Hymaidem take action on this planet, and again later, with the operatives from earth, still, keeping their identity hidden. Tishog is saved but the activities on earth increase. The navy is involved with potential destruction of a major city, which requires intervention by the hymaidem. The army too is similarly affected, along with some towns. The operatives are kept very busy and Frank is called to a meeting of the Universal Council to explain what has transpired. Earth seems safe with the increased presence of Trellinian space ships, but why the increased action of mind alteration? Is earth the real target? This is what the operatives and Hymaidem had to solve.

Author : H.R. Smith
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
Page : 291 pages
File Size : 42,14 MB
Release : 2017-05-19
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 154342063X

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After It’s Done (AID) is about a family who is rippled with unfortunate events that lead to many unfortunate deaths. With the many different examples of it being too late to fix is what makes this story so different. This story is where revenge meets regret. You are surprised at the end to find out how everybody is connected to each other. A young man named Steve Smith, who is led to believe that he is dying of the unforgiving illness, takes matters into his own hands, only to later find out that everything he was told was a lie. As much as one thinks it follows Steve, it’s his father, Antwon, who really is the focus of this entire series. Before this event, you learn about his family and what leads to his son’s untimely incarceration. Maybe one of the greatest stories ever told, but I will let you make that decision. By the time you finish reading this, you will already be saying to yourself when the next one is coming.