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A Handful of Dirt

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A Handful of Dirt

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Discusses the nature and importance of soil and the many forms of life it supports.

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Bloomsbury Publishing USA

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0802786987

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9780802786982

Where Washington Walked

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Chronicles Washington's path from the farm he inherited at age eleven, to the forests and marshes where he battled against the British, to the halls of government where he made his political mark, and finally, to the fields of Mount Vernon, where he spent

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0802788998

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Cajun Home

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Cajun Home

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The Cajun people have a long history of having to leave their homes: first in France, then later in Canada, and even in America, families were broken apart by exile and were scattered across the continent. They were pushed farther and farther south, finally into the swamps and marshes of southern Louisiana. Here, deep in the bayous and backwaters, they have created a home for themselves that is unlike any other place on earth. In beautifully composed photographs and lucid text, Bial illuminates the spirit, resiliency, and warmth of the Cajun people.

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HarperCollins

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0547995008

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9780547995007

Country Store to Corner Market: New York

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Country Store to Corner Market: New York

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Country Store to Corner Market: New York offers an engaging and enlightening look at country stores from early dry goods and general stores to mom-and-pop markets. The book traces the history of stores on the rural roadside to neighborhood groceries in the city. It continues on to open-air markets with pushcarts crowded curbside, early supermarkets, and large city markets. The book encompasses a unique and varied region that stretches from the Atlantic Ocean high into the Adirondack Mountains. From small town to industrious metropolis, Country Store to Corner Market: New York weaves a popular history of these ventures from colonial days to the bustling city markets of today. Mostly, it is a story of people and their common bond to their hometown, neighborhood, and each other. Through captioned photographs of storekeepers and customers, this book emphasizes everyday life from buying fresh fish and vegetables from a pushcart vendor to picking up sugar at a corner market while visiting with a neighbor. Country stores and corner markets were once the gathering place for everyone in small town and city neighborhood. So, stroll along rural roads and city streets, and enjoy these touching and sometimes humorous glimpses into the lives of New Yorkers when they were once young.

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America Through Time

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1634993268

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9781634993265

Amish Home

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Amish Home

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Text and photographs depict the way of life of the Amish.

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Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

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0395720214

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Champaign

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Champaign

By: Raymond Bial

The low-lying prairie on which Champaign came to be established was once described as "one vast pond where the mud turtle and water moccasin luxuriated, the mosquito wound his bugle, and the frogs gave a rival symphony." From humble origins as a stop on the Illinois Central Railroad called West Urbana, the cluster of buildings quickly became a bustling town of square storefronts, with horses and wagons hitched along wood-plank sidewalks. Gradually rising above muddy thoroughfares, Champaign grew into a charming city in which trolleys rumbled along brick streets. Elegant homes were built and churches established, along with shops and stores, and municipal services and utilities, not to mention parks, opera houses, and confectioneries.

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Arcadia Library Editions

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1531632378

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9781531632373

The Underground Railroad

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The Underground Railroad

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9780395979150

Ellis Island

Coming to the Land of Liberty

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Ellis Island

Coming to the Land of Liberty

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The story of the island where the immigrants went when they came to America looking for a better way of life and the museum that preserves these memories.

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0618999434

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Frontier Home

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Frontier Home

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Describes the challenges that American settlers faced when they left the farms and towns in the East in their Conestoga wagons and headed West.

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0395640466

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The Strength of These Arms

Life in the Slave Quarters

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Life in the Slave Quarters

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Describes how slaves were able to preserve some elements of their African heritage despite the often brutal treatment they experienced on Southern plantations.

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Corn Belt Harvest

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Corn Belt Harvest

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Text and photographs describe the United States Corn Belt region and its harvest season.

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A Handful of Dirt

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A Handful of Dirt

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Discusses the nature and importance of soil and the many forms of life it supports.

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Bloomsbury Publishing USA

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The People and Culture of the Huron

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The People and Culture of the Huron

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Thousands of years ago, groups of people came to settle in North America. These people are today known as Native Americans. One group of Native people is called the Huron. They came to settle in the United States and Canada. During their history, they have endured hardships and tackled many obstacles. Today they still have a presence in society. This is their story, told sensitively and with vivid period-specific and contemporary photographs.

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Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC

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1502610086

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9781502610089

The People and Culture of the Wampanoag

By: Cassie M. Lawton,Raymond Bial

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The People and Culture of the Wampanoag

By: Cassie M. Lawton,Raymond Bial

The Wampanoag were one of the first tribes to welcome European settlers to North America. Their tribe has gone down in history as teachers to the Pilgrims on how to farm the land and fish. Their history is intricate and unique, filled with prosperity and also great hardship and sadness. Today the Wampanoag persist as one of the Native American tribes in North America. This is their story, from their beginnings to modern times.

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1502618990

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The Choctaw

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The Choctaw

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HISTORY, TRADTIONS, CULTURE AND CURRENT DAILY LIFE OF THE CHOCTAW INDIANS.

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0761414134

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9780761414131

The People and Culture of the Sioux

By: Cassie M. Lawton,Raymond Bial

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The People and Culture of the Sioux

By: Cassie M. Lawton,Raymond Bial

The Sioux people have been in North America for hundreds of years. Many centuries ago, ancestors of todays modern members developed their own beliefs, communities, languages, customs, and traditions. Today, some of these practices are still celebrated. This book provides an in-depth view of the history of the Sioux, from their origins to the present day, offering a close look into the lives of the men, women, and children that made the Sioux tribe what it is today.

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150261894X

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The People and Culture of the Cheyenne

By: Cassie M. Lawton,Raymond Bial

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The People and Culture of the Cheyenne

By: Cassie M. Lawton,Raymond Bial

Once one of the most well-known and feared tribes in the western United States, the Cheyenne have endured many difficulties since the arrival of settlers in the 1800s. This book discusses the Cheyennes intricate history, the tradition of their fierce Dog Soldiers, their prosperous and peace-seeking leaders, the hardships they faced as their lands were gradually taken from them and their tribes relocated throughout the United States, and how the Cheyenne have upheld their traditions while adapting to an ever-changing society.

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1502618893

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The Farms

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The Farms

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Discusses the history of the farm and all of the changes that life style has gone through.

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0761413324

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The People and Culture of the Blackfeet

By: Kris Rickard,Raymond Bial

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The People and Culture of the Blackfeet

By: Kris Rickard,Raymond Bial

Throughout the centuries, Native American tribes have populated North America. Each generation left a unique mark on the continent. Many nations formed thriving communities in coastal towns, on mountainsides, and in the valleys, hills, and forests. They had their own beliefs, religious practices, and rituals. One such tribe was the Blackfeet. This book explores the history of the Blackfeet, their culture, customs, and traditions, and describes the importance of the tribe today.

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1502622475

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Portrait of a Farm Family

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Portrait of a Farm Family

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Presents a fourth-generation farm family in Illinois, describing their work and other activities, and explaining why it's becoming increasingly hard for a family farm to survive.

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0395699363

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The People and Culture of the Delaware

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The People and Culture of the Delaware

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Over the course of its history, North America has been home to many different animals, including humans. The first humans to call North America home came over thousands of years ago from Russia. They traveled the earth looking for animals to provide meat and clothing. One of these groups contained the ancestors of the Delaware. The Delaware Nation was one of the first nations to encounter English settlers. Their story of triumph, hardship, and how they overcame obstacles to remain one of the standard communities today is told here.

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1502610043

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The Strength of These Arms

Life in the Slave Quarters

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Life in the Slave Quarters

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Describes how slaves were able to preserve some elements of their African heritage despite the often brutal treatment they experienced on Southern plantations.

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The People and Culture of the Navajo

By: Kris Rickard,Raymond Bial

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The People and Culture of the Navajo

By: Kris Rickard,Raymond Bial

For thousands of years, Native American tribes have populated North America. They built great civilizations, cultures, and communities in the hills, valleys, and forests of the continent. They sang songs that gave praise to their gods, and taught their children the stories and beliefs of their people. One of the most well-known and well-remembered tribes was the Navajo. Despite encountering hardship and the Long Walk in the 1860s, they developed a rich culture that persists to this day.

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1502622432

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The Apache

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The Apache

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Discusses the history, culture, beliefs, changing ways, and notable people of the Apache.

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0761409394

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9780761409397

The People and Culture of the Arapaho

By: Kris Rickard,Raymond Bial

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The People and Culture of the Arapaho

By: Kris Rickard,Raymond Bial

The Arapaho is a tribe with ancient origins. Their ancestors populated North America and spread their influence throughout the continent. Eventually, their encounters with Europeans challenged their way of life and transformed their communities forever. This book discusses the tribes beginnings, its history, and its presence today, celebrating the men, women, and children who have made up the tribe throughout its existence.

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150262253X

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The People and Culture of the Tlingit

By: Raymond Bial,Erika Edwards

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The People and Culture of the Tlingit

By: Raymond Bial,Erika Edwards

North America was inhabited Native tribes some ten thousand years ago. As generations passed, the tribes formed individual communities, full of rich customs, beliefs, and ideals. Despite facing hardship in later centuries, the First People of North America continue to thrive in modern times. This book discusses the origin of the Tlingit, their rituals, beliefs, and culture, and their importance in society today.

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1502622521

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The People and Culture of the Cree

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The People and Culture of the Cree

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Native Americans first came to settle North America many thousands of years ago. The Cree is an ancient group that chose to set up their communities in Quebec, Canada. Their ancestors passed down their history from one generation to the next through word of mouth. As years passed, the Cree built communities and faced many challenges. This is the story of the Cree nation, how they survived hardships and obstacles, and continued into the present day.

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1502609991

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The Mills

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The Mills

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Three volumes of typescript of records of all kinds relating to Mills in many parts of the country.

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0761413332

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The People and Culture of the Shawnee

By: Cassie M. Lawton,Raymond Bial

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The People and Culture of the Shawnee

By: Cassie M. Lawton,Raymond Bial

The Shawnee have lived for many centuries in North America. Their nomadic lifestyles brought them from the East Coast to the Midwest, and eventually to the South. Over time, their way of life changed. Today, the Shawnee continue their traditions and customs. This book explores the history of the Shawnee people and discusses what the various tribes of the Shawnee are like today.

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1502618923

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The People and Culture of the Chumash

By: Raymond Bial,Joel Newsome

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The People and Culture of the Chumash

By: Raymond Bial,Joel Newsome

For thousands of years, Native Americans have called North America home. They built great cities, communities, and cultures in the continents hills, valleys, deserts, and forests. However, for many, with the arrival of Europeans, traditional ways of life were challenged and sometimes eradicated entirely. As was the case with many Native tribes living on the West Coast, the Chumash were eventually influenced by the California missions and Catholic priests that populated the region from the 1700s onward. This is the story of how they persisted, despite hardship, and what life for Chumash members is like today.

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1502622556

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The People and Culture of the Choctaw

By: Samantha Nephew,Raymond Bial

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The People and Culture of the Choctaw

By: Samantha Nephew,Raymond Bial

For generations, Native American tribes have called North America home. They have hunted animals in the forests and rivers, battled elements of Mother Nature, and built thriving communities on the many different geographical climes the continent offers. The Choctaw are among the most well-known tribes today. This book details how the tribe began, what they are like today, and how they are making their mark on the world for a bright future.

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1502622459

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The People and Culture of the Iroquois

By: Cassie M. Lawton,Raymond Bial

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The People and Culture of the Iroquois

By: Cassie M. Lawton,Raymond Bial

In Native American history, the Iroquois have earned their place as one of the most democratic alliances with some of the most formidable warriors. United by a language and a desire to improve their lifestyles, the Iroquois Nations helped shape United States history. This book details the story of the Five, and later Six, Iroquois Nationsthe Cayuga, the Seneca, the Onondaga, the Oneida, the Mohawk, and the Tuscarora: who they were, how the Iroquois Confederacy was formed, and the struggles the Iroquois faced with the arrival of European settlers. Likewise, it describes what these tribes are like today and what new experiences they face in modern society.

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1502618915

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The People and Culture of the Apache

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The People and Culture of the Apache

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North America has been inhabited by communities since prehistoric times. Some of the oldest communities are now today known as Native American nations, or tribes. This series takes a close look at the tribes that have influenced North America. Despite hardship and sorrow, these Native people have survived centuries and have passed down their beliefs, traditions, and practices through generations. This series celebrates each Native nation and aspires to educate others about the First People of North America. EACH BOOK CONTAINS Each book contains an in-depth history of the Native American tribe, including individual chapters focusing on their beliefs, early communities, and their presence in the world today. Recipes unique to the tribe are also included, with careful instruction on how to make specific dishes. These books give an overview of what the tribe was like in their earliest stages and examines how they have evolved into the communities they are today. CURRICULUM CONNECTIONS - Uses text and pictures to closely connect the reader to the topic - Depicts an in-depth study of a specific culture - Includes primary sources, including photographs and myths specific to the tribe - Promotes further research into the tribal community

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1502610116

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9781502610119

Agricultural Waste Management

Problems, Processes, and Approaches

By: Raymond Loehr

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Agricultural Waste Management

Problems, Processes, and Approaches

By: Raymond Loehr

Agricultural Waste Management: Problems, Processes, and Approaches is a summary of the processes and approaches applicable to the solution of agricultural waste management problems. This book is organized into three part encompassing 13 chapters that is intended as a bridge between theory and practice as well as between the many disciplines that are involved in agricultural waste management. The primary focus of agricultural waste management is on the obvious problems of odor control and feedlot runoff. The first part looks into the status of agricultural waste problem and the application of engineering and scientific fundamentals to the management of these wastes. This part also deals with the role of the land in waste management, and then outlines the guidelines for the development of feasible waste management systems. The second part describes the fundamentals, principles, and benefits of various waste management processes, including biological processes, ponds and lagoons, aerobic, anaerobic, physical, and chemical treatments, and nitrogen control; as well as treatment systems, such as ponds, lagoons, and land disposal. The third part examines the integration of the most economical and equitable combination of alternative technologies into feasible waste management approaches. This work will be of great value to agricultural producers and manufacturers, scientists, and engineers.

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Elsevier

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032314506X

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9780323145060

The Front Porch Prophet

By: Raymond L Atkins

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The Front Porch Prophet

By: Raymond L Atkins

What do a trigger-happy bootlegger with pancreatic cancer, an alcoholic helicopter pilot who is afraid to fly, and a dead guy with his feet in a camp stove have in common? What are the similarities between a fire department that cannot put out fires, a policeman who has a historic cabin fall on him from out of the sky, and an entire family dedicated to a variety of deceased authors? Where can you find a war hero named Termite with a long knife stuck in his liver, a cook named Hoghead who makes the world's worst coffee, and a supervisor named Pillsbury who nearly gets hung by his employees? Sequoyah, Georgia, is the answer. After a long absence, A. J. Longstreet finds his best friend since childhood, Eugene Purdue, on his doorstep. Eugene now has terminal cancer, and he confronts A. J. with the dilemma of executing a mercy killing when the time arrives. An adventure into the past begins for the both of them, and soon one must make a decision that will alter his life forever.

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Medallion Media Group

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1605429066

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9781605429069

Sorrow Wood

By: Raymond L Atkins

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Sorrow Wood

By: Raymond L Atkins

When the charred body of a promiscuous, self-proclaimed witch is discovered at a farm called Sorrow Wood, nearly everyone in the sleepy town of Sand Valley, Alabama, is drawn into the case. As the murder probe continues, a multitude of secrets are revealed, including one that leads back to the rock castle home of Wendell Blackmon, Sand Valley's police chief, and his beloved wife Reva. The town's inhabitants ruminate on the true meaning of commitment, love, death, hope, and loss as they delve deeper into questions such as Who was this woman? Where did she come from? and What did her presence mean to Wendell, Reva, and the townspeople of Sand Valley?

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1605423645

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Freedom Riders

1961 and the Struggle for Racial Justice

By: Raymond Arsenault

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Freedom Riders

1961 and the Struggle for Racial Justice

By: Raymond Arsenault

The saga of the Freedom Rides is an improbable, almost unbelievable story. In the course of six months in 1961, four hundred and fifty Freedom Riders expanded the realm of the possible in American politics, redefining the limits of dissent and setting the stage for the civil rights movement. In this new version of his encyclopedic Freedom Riders, Raymond Arsenault offers a significantly condensed and tautly written account. With characters and plot lines rivaling those of the most imaginative fiction, this is a tale of heroic sacrifice and unexpected triumph. Arsenault recounts how a group of volunteers--blacks and whites--came together to travel from Washington DC through the Deep South, defying Jim Crow laws in buses and terminals and putting their lives on the line for racial justice. News photographers captured the violence in Montgomery, shocking the nation and sparking a crisis in the Kennedy administration. Here are the key players--their fears and courage, their determination and second thoughts, and the agonizing choices they faced as they took on Jim Crow--and triumphed. Winner of the Owsley Prize Publication is timed to coincide with the airing of the American Experience miniseries documenting the Freedom Rides "Arsenault brings vividly to life a defining moment in modern American history." --Eric Foner, The New York Times Book Review "Authoritative, compelling history." --William Grimes, The New York Times "For those interested in understanding 20th-century America, this is an essential book." --Roger Wilkins, Washington Post Book World "Arsenault's record of strategy sessions, church vigils, bloody assaults, mass arrests, political maneuverings and personal anguish captures the mood and the turmoil, the excitement and the confusion of the movement and the time." --Michael Kenney, The Boston Globe

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0199792429

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