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Soft cover. Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. 256 pages : color illustrations ; 31 cm ; ISBN 9781843092438, 1843092433 ; OCLC 50181797 ; flexible photographic covers ; Contents: Elements of design. Planning your garden ; Difficult sites Features and structures. The garden floor ; Forming boundaries ; Finishing touches ; Container choices ; Rock and water gardens Choosing plants. Beds and borders ; Planning borders ; Maintaining beds and borders ; Plants for a purpose ; The kitchen garden ; "Previously published as The ultimate small garden" (London : Lorenz, 1999)--T.p. verso ; Includes index ; Everything you need to know when planning a small garden and how to put your ideas into action; all the design basics with examples of garden styles so that you can see what will work best for you; easy-to-follow guidance on lawns, walls, fences, patios, trelliswork, arches and pergolas, ponds and rock gardens, and small-scale kitchen gardens; how to design and plant colour-themed and foliage beds and borders, as well as gardens for year-round colour and quick results.--From publisher description. ; Peter McHoy is a highly respected gardening author and journalist. He has written many books on gardening and houseplants, including Low-Maintenance Gardening, The Garden Planner, Step-by-Step Pruning, The Small Garden Book and The Complete Houseplant Book. ; FINE. Book. …

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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - Possession has always been one of humanity's oldest fears: the terror that the self can be entered, seized, and spoken through by something unseen.Across history, people have gathered in dark rooms, chapels, shrines, bedrooms, courtrooms, and hospitals around one terrible question: what has taken hold of the afflicted The Exorcist's Archive opens the long and chilling record of possession, exorcism, demons, deliverance, fraud, faith, medicine, and spiritual warfare. From the ancient world to the Christian gospels, from medieval saints and relics to witchcraft accusations, from ritual manuals and demonologists to famous modern cases, this book explores how human beings have tried to understand the frightening experience of an invaded self.Inside this dark and compelling history, you will discover: - Ancient spirit beliefs, sacred speech, and the first rituals of expulsion- Christ, the gospels, and the birth of Christian exorcism- Medieval saints, relics, holy water, and demons said to scream before sacred power- Witch trials, possession testimony, and the deadly age of accusation- Demonologists, grimoires, and the architecture of hell- Famous possession cases, ritual rooms, fraud, hysteria, medicine, and modern scepticism- The rise of cinematic exorcism and why possession still terrifies the modern worldThis is a book about belief, fear, authority, suffering, and the human hunger to name evil when ordinary explanations fail. It treats possession as a religious drama, a cultural mirror, a medical mystery, a legal danger, and one of the most enduring images of spiritual terror ever recorded.For readers of occult history, demonology, paranormal nonfiction, religious studies, haunted history, and the darker edges of human belief, The Exorcist's Archive is a powerful journey into the room where faith confronts fear.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - Before sport became entertainment, it was sacrifice, worship, warfare, glory, and a conversation with the gods.Across the ancient world, people gathered in sacred spaces to watch the human body tested before heaven, kings, ancestors, cities, and the dead. Runners raced beneath the eye of Zeus. Wrestlers fought in dust and oil. Chariots thundered around deadly turns. Gladiators faced the crowd in Rome's theatres of blood. Egyptian kings displayed divine strength through hunting, archery, rowing, and ritual running. Mesoamerican ball players entered stone courts that echoed with myth, kingship, sacrifice, and the movements of the cosmos.The Games of the Gods is a sweeping journey through the sacred history of ancient competition, revealing how sport once stood at the centre of religion, politics, public memory, and power.Inside this book, readers will discover: - The religious meaning behind the ancient Olympic Games- How Greek athletics honoured gods, heroes, cities, and the dead- The brutal beauty of wrestling, boxing, pankration, and chariot racing- The rise of Roman gladiators, animal hunts, executions, and imperial spectacle- The sacred ball courts of Mesoamerica and their connection to myth, kingship, and sacrifice- Egyptian contests of strength, archery, rowing, hunting, and royal renewal- Celtic and Norse feats of courage, honour, assembly, and warrior identity- The forgotten role of women as competitors, patrons, priestesses, spectators, and symbols of power- The prizes, crowns, songs, statues, and memories that allowed ancient victors to outlive death- The deep human reason crowds still gather to witness risk, triumph, pain, and gloryThis is the hidden history of sport before the modern stadium, before television, before medals became brands, and before competition was separated from the sacred.In the ancient world, a contest was never just a contest. It could honour the dead, please a god, prove a king's strength, discipline a warrior, thrill a crowd, or turn a mortal name into legend.The Games of the Gods uncovers the world behind the race, the fight, the ball court, the arena, and the roar of the crowd, where victory was memory, the body was an offering, and the gods were believed to be watching. …

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Diet of the Ancients: Food, Fasting, and the Healing Arts of Early CivilizationsBy Riley MasonFrom the temples of Egypt to the gardens of Greece, from the healing houses of India to the monasteries of Europe, humanity has always sought harmony between nourishment and spirit. Diet of the Ancients reveals how the world's earliest civilizations understood food not merely as sustenance, but as medicine, ritual, and moral law.Drawing on verified historical records, sacred texts, and modern scholarship, this book traces the evolution of diet and fasting across thousands of years. Each chapter explores a culture's unique approach to balance - from Egyptian purification and Greek humoral theory to Ayurvedic wisdom, Taoist harmony, Islamic healing, and medieval monastic discipline - showing how these traditions shaped the roots of modern nutrition and holistic health.Richly written and deeply researched, Diet of the Ancients invites readers to rediscover the original science of eating well. It uncovers the truth that health is not a modern invention but an ancient art: a sacred dialogue between the body, the earth, and the divine.Discover: - How ancient healers balanced food, fasting, and spiritual practice- The documented medical systems of Egypt, Greece, India, China, and the Islamic world- The moral and philosophical foundations of diet in early civilizations- How ancient wisdom aligns with modern discoveries in nutrition and longevityA profound and enlightening journey through history's kitchens, gardens, and temples, Diet of the Ancients reminds us that the key to well-being has always been written in the rhythms of the natural world. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Well, Hello ThereA Heartwarming True Story About Kindness, Loss, and Community What makes a neighborhood feel like home? For one special street, the answer is simple: Mr. Jim.Mr. Jim is the type of neighbor everyone wishes for: kind, cheerful, and always ready with a smile and his trademark greeting: "Well, hello there!" With his scruffy dog Rusty at his side, and the neighborhood cats Ginger and toothless Chubs following close behind, Mr. Jim spends his days helping the neighborhood: sweeping sidewalks, pulling weeds, feeding hungry pets, and spreading joy wherever he goes.But when Mr. Jim gets sick and can't return home the street he loves changes. The neighborhood grows dirty, quiet, and lonely. until the neighbors realize they must come together to care for each other, and for Rusty, Ginger, and Chubs, just as Mr. Jim always cared for them.Filled with heart, warmth, and gentle illustrations, this true story teaches children: Small acts of kindness make a BIG impact The power of working together as a community Everyday heroes can make a difference Love of people we lose can live on through our actionsPerfect for ages 4-8, Well, Hello There is a moving rhyming picture book for parents, teachers, and caregivers to share with children. It's an ideal choice for: Classroom read-alouds on kindness and communitySocial-emotional learning (SEL) lessonsBedtime stories that inspire gratitude and loveGifts for teachers, neighbors, and familiesBy the last page, children will be smiling and saying, just like Mr. Jim: "Well, hello there!" Includes a bonus Neighborhood Hero Badge for young readers to cut out and wear proudly! This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Possession has always been one of humanity's oldest fears: the terror that the self can be entered, seized, and spoken through by something unseen.Across history, people have gathered in dark rooms, chapels, shrines, bedrooms, courtrooms, and hospitals around one terrible question: what has taken hold of the afflicted?The Exorcist's Archive opens the long and chilling record of possession, exorcism, demons, deliverance, fraud, faith, medicine, and spiritual warfare. From the ancient world to the Christian gospels, from medieval saints and relics to witchcraft accusations, from ritual manuals and demonologists to famous modern cases, this book explores how human beings have tried to understand the frightening experience of an invaded self.Inside this dark and compelling history, you will discover: - Ancient spirit beliefs, sacred speech, and the first rituals of expulsion- Christ, the gospels, and the birth of Christian exorcism- Medieval saints, relics, holy water, and demons said to scream before sacred power- Witch trials, possession testimony, and the deadly age of accusation- Demonologists, grimoires, and the architecture of hell- Famous possession cases, ritual rooms, fraud, hysteria, medicine, and modern scepticism- The rise of cinematic exorcism and why possession still terrifies the modern worldThis is a book about belief, fear, authority, suffering, and the human hunger to name evil when ordinary explanations fail. It treats possession as a religious drama, a cultural mirror, a medical mystery, a legal danger, and one of the most enduring images of spiritual terror ever recorded.For readers of occult history, demonology, paranormal nonfiction, religious studies, haunted history, and the darker edges of human belief, The Exorcist's Archive is a powerful journey into the room where faith confronts fear. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Before sport became entertainment, it was sacrifice, worship, warfare, glory, and a conversation with the gods.Across the ancient world, people gathered in sacred spaces to watch the human body tested before heaven, kings, ancestors, cities, and the dead. Runners raced beneath the eye of Zeus. Wrestlers fought in dust and oil. Chariots thundered around deadly turns. Gladiators faced the crowd in Rome's theatres of blood. Egyptian kings displayed divine strength through hunting, archery, rowing, and ritual running. Mesoamerican ball players entered stone courts that echoed with myth, kingship, sacrifice, and the movements of the cosmos.The Games of the Gods is a sweeping journey through the sacred history of ancient competition, revealing how sport once stood at the centre of religion, politics, public memory, and power.Inside this book, readers will discover: - The religious meaning behind the ancient Olympic Games- How Greek athletics honoured gods, heroes, cities, and the dead- The brutal beauty of wrestling, boxing, pankration, and chariot racing- The rise of Roman gladiators, animal hunts, executions, and imperial spectacle- The sacred ball courts of Mesoamerica and their connection to myth, kingship, and sacrifice- Egyptian contests of strength, archery, rowing, hunting, and royal renewal- Celtic and Norse feats of courage, honour, assembly, and warrior identity- The forgotten role of women as competitors, patrons, priestesses, spectators, and symbols of power- The prizes, crowns, songs, statues, and memories that allowed ancient victors to outlive death- The deep human reason crowds still gather to witness risk, triumph, pain, and gloryThis is the hidden history of sport before the modern stadium, before television, before medals became brands, and before competition was separated from the sacred.In the ancient world, a contest was never just a contest. It could honour the dead, please a god, prove a king's strength, discipline a warrior, thrill a crowd, or turn a mortal name into legend.The Games of the Gods uncovers the world behind the race, the fight, the ball court, the arena, and the roar of the crowd, where victory was memory, the body was an offering, and the gods were believed to be watching. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. …

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