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SHE HAD SAID THE UNSAYABLEIn my mother's mind the word Jew used all by itself, nakedly, as it were, was not a word but a curse. She believed it was used only by people who hated Jews. If it had its three letters--its "-ish"--on the end, ah, that made the difference. If I said that someone was a Jew, my mother would ask me, "So what is he? A no-goodnik? A gangster?"As I have understood it, my mother had come out on the porch at the very moment ...

In this collection, the famous last words of the dying are unexpectedly infused with life, hope, wisdom, and often, laughter.

From the author of "The Barbecue Bible" comes a book that embarks on a quest to find the soul of American barbecue, from classics to the grilling genius of backyards, tailgate parties, competitions, and local restaurants. Includes 450 recipes from all 50 states. Illustrations.

Jim and Tim, known as the "Duct Tape Guys", started the craze in 1994 with the publication of their bestseller, "The Duct Tape Book". Now comes the biggest, nuttiest collection ever of duct-tape uses. One third of the material is new to this illustrated edition.

If you find yourself reading up on fancy breeds of chickens, if you've taken to sketching coop designs on cocktail napkins, then you're ready to join the nationwide chicken boomlet! And you need Keep Chickens!

Bursting with ideas, facts, statistics, and explanations about weather that kids find irresistible, this guide contains full-color photos from NASA of weather phenomena, exciting experiments, and projects for the budding meteorologist.

The distillation of Denckla's years of hands-on experience, this book answers the questions that sprout up among novice, intermediate, and experienced organic gardeners. More than 750 plants are arranged in an A-to-Z format, with information on care, harvesting, and more. Two-color illustrations.

Forget costly commercial pool maintenance. You can establish your own pool-maintenance routine and save money with sparkling results. With the easy-to-understand information and clear photographs and illustrations in What Color Is Your Swimming Pool? you'll learn about every aspect of pool maintenance including: * Basic construction of all types of pools * Easy, step-by-step cleaning routines * Basic water chemistry and treatment * Winterizing...

Drawing from his personal experience hiking major trails throughout North America, Robbins offers an overview of the hiking experience in various terrains. Illustrations.

This collection of 65 art projects for crafty kids features activities that use natural materials, including twigs, vines, pine cones, shells, and much more. Includes simple step-by-step instructions. Full color.

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From the author of the acclaimed novel "A Blessing on the Moon" comes a provocative and hilarious inquiry into whether a dyspeptic Jewish musicologist can find happiness in a world filled with dissonant chords.

This lovingly designed, fit-in-the-palm-of-your-hand book suggests simple ways every woman can take a break from her frenetic daily schedule and enjoy a few moments of pampering alone or with family and friends. Author Michelle Gillett reflects on her own experiences as a daughter, mother, and grandmother and celebrates the joys and challenges that are universal to all moms.

Light your favorite incense, and then relax in a comfy chair, on your bed, or in a warm bath. Empty your head of the to-do lists and other pressures of the day. Breathe deeply, slowly, purposefully. Allow the fragrant essence of incense to be your focal point. Soon, it will transport you to another world.

Kim Chernin's mother was a leftist firebrand, an American Marxist at mid-century, when it was dangerous to be one. Her father, a quiet man, was no less radical. Why then, decades later, does their daughter--a liberal California psychoanalyst and writer--find herself drawn toward a spirituality that would have shocked her parents? Through three personal stories, Chernin tackles the questions that pull at all of us: how to make sense in a world ...

Since the 1973 publication of Storey's first Country Wisdom Bulletin, our commitment to preserving the arts, crafts, and skills of country life has never wavered. We now have more than 200 titles in this series of 32-page publications, and their remarkable popularity reflects the common desire of country and city dwellers alike to cultivate personal independence in everyday life. Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletins contain practical, hands-on in...

A parents' guide to successful cohabitation with teenagers. It covers such topics as how teenagers get into trouble, setting limits, building self-esteem, peer pressure, and antisocial behaviour.

Master the techniques that make barbecue great with this indispensable show-and-tell by Steven Raichlen. Using more than 1, 000 full-color, step-by-step photographs, How to Grill covers it all, from how to build an ingenious three-zone fire to the secrets of grilling a porterhouse, prime rib, fish steak, kebab, or chicken breast. Plus the perfect burger. Includes 100 recipes—one to illustrate each technique—with memorably delicious results!

Make your own soft drinks that are tastier, healthier, and cheaper than anything you'll find in stores! From soda water to sarsaparilla, in Homemade Root Beer, Soda & Pop, you'll find easy-to-follow instructions for more than 60 traditional and modern soft drink recipes. Your whole family can make delicious batches of old favorites and experiment with new combinations of natural ingredients to create your own refreshing recipes. You'll make fa...

Few pleasures are more gratifying than pouring a glass of fine wine, admiring its clarity and color, savoring its rich bouquet, raising it to your lips, and knowing that you made it yourself. With this complete guide to home winemaking, such pleasures can be yours with little fuss and lots of fun. The Home Winemaker's Companion will guide you as you progress from making your very first batch of kit wine to mastering advanced techniques for mak...