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For rare-book collectors, an original copy of the Gutenberg Bible - of which there are fewer than 50 in existence - represents the ultimate prize. Here, Margaret Leslie Davis recounts five centuries in the life of one copy, from its creation by Johannes Gutenberg, through the hands of monks, an earl, the Worcestershire sauce king, and a nuclear physicist to its ultimate resting place, in a steel vault in Tokyo.

Rivers in the Desert follows the remarkable career of William Mulholland, the visionary who engineered the rise of Los Angeles as the greatest American city west of the Mississippi. He sought to transform the sparse and barren desert into an inhabitable environment by designing the longest aqueduct in the Western Hemisphere, bringing water from the mountains to support a large city. This "fascinating history" chronicles Mulholland's dramatic ascension to wealth and fame - followed by his tragic downfall after the sudden collapse of the dam he had constructed.

Do you struggle with your relationship with food? Are you tired of chasing diets and feeling like a failure? Emotional eating (stress eating, binge eating) can feel like a never-ending cycle of guilt and shame. You turn to food for comfort or stress relief, but the relief is only temporary, and the weight gain and health consequences can be long-lasting.

The Impact of Influence Vol. 6, Using Your Influence to Create a Life of Impact is overflowing with wisdom from visionary author, Chip Baker, and other powerful influencers who have discovered their paths to success. They are influencing many and impacting generations. The inspirational stories within the pages of this book will inspire you to make a positive difference for those around you.

The first new Darkover anthology in almost two decades, this volume focuses on the music of Darkover: stories with musical elements; the songs in the books; and the filk songs inspired by them, from "The Horsetamer's Daughter" by Leslie Fish to eight songs by Cynthia McQuillin. Original stories included are by India Edghill, Leslie Fish, Raul S. Reyes, Michael Spence, and Elisabeth Waters. There are also reprints of stories by Mercedes Lackey and Vera Nazarian.

“The Impact of Influence Vol. 7: Overcoming Adversity to Make an Influence” is overflowing with wisdom from visionary author, Chip Baker, and other powerful influencers who have discovered their paths to success. They are influencing many and impacting generations. The inspirational stories within the pages of this book will inspire you to overcome adversity and make a positive difference for those around you.

This elegant book chronicles the efforts of the impressive team of international architects, designers, and businessmen who created Los Angeles’ famed Art Deco masterpiece. Bullocks Wilshire recounts the lives of the two immigrant entrepreneurs, John Gillespie Bullock and Percy Glen Winnett, who, with this magnificent department store, tested a new theory of retailing in the suburbs, and the architectural team, Parkinson and Parkinson, who executed that vision into one of Los Angeles’ most beloved landmarks.

Black Women and Public Health creates an urgently needed interdisciplinary dialogue about issues of race, gender, and health. An enduring history of racism, sexism, and dehumanization of Black women's bodies has largely rendered the health needs of the Black community inaudible and invisible. Grounded in the lived experiences and expertise of Black women, this collection bridges gaps between researchers, practitioners, educators, and advocates.

Join twin sisters Lyndsay Lamb & Leslie Davis from HGTV's hit show "Unsellable Houses" for a hilarious and unfiltered look into their lives. Get ready for candid conversations unveiling the reality behind the camera, laugh-out-loud moments from their off-screen adventures, running a business with your sister, and even the hilarious chaos of raising teenage boys. From epic fails to heartwarming wins, this podcast will show you a side of Lyndsay and Leslie that's as real as it gets. Whether you're a superfan of their TV antics or simply looking for a good laugh and some real talk, tune in for a ...

Are you a single mom struggling with romantic relationships or friendships? Have you been struggling with depression or dark thoughts? Are you Therapist working with this population? This podcast is for you. Join Dr. Leslie Davis, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, and Relationship Coach, as she empowers single mothers to develop healthy connections. This podcast focuses on relationship dynamics based on attachment styles. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lesliedlcpc/support