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1) Saving Time
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Scotland 2061-forty-three years after the stock market crash that changed the world.
Rory Campbell, dedicated Militia man and son of Caitlin and Scott Campbell (Stolen Time), lives in a self-governed Community in the Scottish Highlands. Rory's routine of leading the Invercharing Community's Militia and keeping the local bandit groups at bay is upset when he discovers an abandoned nuclear submarine in a sea lock in the North Western Highlands
Nuclear...
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[2023]
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First edition.
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"In her first book, How to Do Nothing, Jenny Odell wrote about the importance of disconnecting from the "attention economy" to spend time in quiet contemplation. But what if you don't have time to spend? In order to answer this seemingly simple question, Odell took a deep dive into the fundamental structure of our society and found that the clock we live by was built for profit, not people. This is why our lives, even in leisure, have come to seem...
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2023
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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • “The visionary author of How to Do Nothing returns to challenge the notion that ‘time is money.’ . . . Expect to feel changed by this radical way of seeing.”—Esquire
“One of the most important books I’ve read in my life.”—Ed Yong, author of An Immense World
A BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR: Harper’s...
“One of the most important books I’ve read in my life.”—Ed Yong, author of An Immense World
A BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR: Harper’s...
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Get the Summary of Jenny Odell's Saving Time in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. Original book introduction: This dazzling, subversive, and deeply hopeful book offers us different ways to experience time-inspired by pre-industrial cultures, ecological cues, and geological timescales-that can bring within reach a more humane, responsive way of living. As planet-bound animals, we live inside shortening and lengthening...
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Benjamin Franklin conceived of it. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle endorsed it. Winston Churchill campaigned for it. Kaiser Wilhelm first employed it. Woodrow Wilson and Franklin Roosevelt went to war with it, and more recently the United States fought an energy crisis with it. For several months every year, for better or worse, daylight savings time affects vast numbers of people throughout the world. And from Ben Franklin's era to today, its story has been...
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If you're a busy quilter with little time for your hobby you'll LOVE these time-saving patterns made with charm squares. Using these precuts will allow you more time to actually sew. Save time by having your fabric selection already decided and cut out for you. Our designers put together a great collection of timeless patterns perfect for you-The busy quilter.
Sidebars included in this pattern book: Raw-edge Fusible Applique Curved Piecing
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DISCLAIMERThis book does not in any capacity mean to replace the original book but to serve as a vast summary of the original book.Summary of Saving Time By Jenny Odell: Discovering a Life Beyond the Clock IN THIS SUMMARIZED BOOK, YOU WILL GET:Chapter astute outline of the main contents.Fast & simple understanding of the content analysis.Exceptionally summarized content that you may skip in the original book Jenny Odell's book Saving Time offers us...
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The Time-Saving Mom: A Busy Mom's Guide to Time Management. Learn Time-Saving Hacks to Maximize Your Time
Being a mom is a challenging and rewarding job that requires a lot of time and energy. From taking care of the kids, managing household chores, and maintaining a career, moms often find themselves struggling to balance their responsibilities. However, with the right hacks and tips, moms can save time and make their lives easier.
In this audiobook,...
9) AI4 Educators: Empower Your Educational Institution While Saving Time and Money With the Power of AI
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Unlock the full potential of artificial intelligence to revolutionize your classroom! In "AI for Educators," you'll discover a comprehensive guide to integrating AI into your teaching practice, enhancing student experiences, and transforming educational outcomes.This groundbreaking book dives deep into the world of AI in education, providing practical tools, real-life case studies, and insights into cutting-edge technologies. You'll explore AI-driven...
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"An indispensable guide for anyone who wants to live to age 100—by making sure there's a livable world when you get there." —Dan Buettner, New York Times–bestselling author of The Blue Zones
Do you consider yourself an environmental ally? Maybe you recycle your household goods, ride a bike, and avoid too much air travel. But did you know that the primary driver of climate change isn't plastics, or cars, or airplanes?...
Do you consider yourself an environmental ally? Maybe you recycle your household goods, ride a bike, and avoid too much air travel. But did you know that the primary driver of climate change isn't plastics, or cars, or airplanes?...
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Perfect for teachers who need help managing their time. Time Saving Tips for Teachers is structured for easy use. Flip through the chapters and apply the ideas that fit immediate needs and style—and includes more than sixty reproducible forms that can be used right away, covering student and parent information, reading and writing coaches, homework, standards for assignments, and supplies, just to name a few. New tips include portfolios, substitute...
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With celebrated cookbook author and Weelicious founder Catherine McCord's step-by-step process, your kitchen will be beautifully organized and fast, healthy family meals will be at your fingertips--starting with 100 of her favorite recipes. McCord believes that success in the kitchen comes down to two things--organization and meal prep--and she'll show you how to master both in Meal Prep Magic.
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If you're one of those busy quilters with very little spare time for your favorite craft, this book is the solution! It contains nine gorgeous quilts you can make using 2½" precut strips, so your project prep is quick and easy!
It's not always easy to find the time to select fabric, do the cutting and then actually sit down and stitch the pieces together, and that's exactly why this book is so perfect: The precut-friendly patterns were all designed...
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Develop mature compost right in your garden. Barbara Pleasant and Deborah Martin explain their six-way compost gardening system in this informative guide that will have you rethinking how you create and use your compost. With your plants and compost living together from the beginning, your garden will become a nourishing and organic environment that encourages growth and sustainability. You'll also find that the enriched soil requires less tending,...
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"Kindness flourishes in an Afghan war zone, where British Royal Marine Farthing begins rescuing the starving strays nosing their way onto his compound...Readers will come to know and love each mutt and to admire Farthing, whose caring doesn't end when his tour does." -People
The remarkable true story of one man's fight to save the stray dogs of Afghanistan.
In the remote outpost of Now Zad, Afghanistan, Pen Farthing and his troop of young Royal...
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Paul Stamets tells stories of the healing power of mushrooms, and how they may play a key role in reversing the destructive impact our modern technology and industry have had on our planet. His passion for his work is clear, and he's likely to inoculate you with a fascination for these organisms, which have so very much to teach us.
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Data collection is often the first thing people think of in connection with research. Preparing a questionnaire, or doing some interviews, can seem straightforward - but there's much else to consider. This e-book outlines some of the key issues and offers lots of short-cuts to save you time and stress.
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Writing is more difficult than it seems. Even experienced writers often find it hard to get started, and looming deadlines can cause paralysis. This e-book will get you started and keep you going. It demystifies the craft of writing, and offers lots of tips and ideas to make writing manageable.
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