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Sometimes the happiness we're looking for has been there all along. Adele and Justine have never been close. Born twenty years apart, Justine was already an adult when Addie was born. The sisters love each other but they don't really know each other. When Addie dropped out of university to care for their ailing parents, Justine, a successful lawyer, covered the expenses. It was the best arrangement at the time but now that their parents are gone,...
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"An intimate portrait of the Earth's closest neighbor--the Moon--that explores the history and future of humankind's relationship with it. Every generation has looked towards the heavens and wondered at the beauty of the Moon. Fifty years ago, a few Americans became the first to do the reverse--and shared with Earth-bound audiences the view of their own planet hanging in the sky instead. Recently, the connection has been discovered to be even closer:...
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In this brand-new, 2017, high-definition program, learn all about the moon. How long does it take for the moon to orbit the Earth? What causes the moon to shine? What causes the phases of the moon? What are the phases of the moon? What is the moon's effect on ocean tides? The answers are covered with detailed graphics, diagrams, and exciting video, as well as on-screen, multiple-choice reviews at the end of each segment to reinforce important concepts...
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Since 1905, this bestselling almanac has been an essential resource for astrologers, gardeners, and laypeople alike. Featuring lunar planting and harvesting guidelines, recommended activities for every day of the year, and timing strategies for all kinds of life events, Llewellyn's Moon Sign Book makes it simple to plan a successful year. This almanac features void-of-course charts, weather and economic forecasts, aspectarian tables, and a variety...
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"When you are born, the sun and the moon are each positioned in one of the twelve zodiac signs. Many of us are familiar with our sun sign, which represents our ego and destiny. But our moon sign is equally as important, representing our inner landscape-our memories, emotions, and subconscious. From Vice astrologer and author of The Astrology of Love and Sex: A Modern Compatibility Guide, this book is a fresh and fascinating look at moon signs. Divided...
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Jasmine Bashara never signed up to be a hero. She just wanted to get rich. Not crazy, eccentric-billionaire rich, like many of the visitors to her hometown of Artemis, humanity's first and only lunar colony. Just rich enough to move out of her coffin-sized apartment and eat something better than flavored algae. Rich enough to pay off a debt she's owed for a long time. So when a chance at a huge score finally comes her way, Jazz can't say no. Sure,...
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Llewellyn's Moon Sign Book is a respected resource for people in all walks of life, and it's been a bestseller since it first appeared in 1905. This book is a gardener's best friend, with lunar timing tips for planting and harvesting that have proven their effectiveness time and time again. You can also use this book to harness the powerful energies of the moon to make plans for all kinds of important life events, such as buying or selling your home,...
11) Stark's command
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"United States military forces on the moon have overthrown the ranking officers and placed Sergeant Ethan Stark in command. Now, in addition to fighting a merciless enemy on the moon's surface, Stark must contend with the U.S. government's reaction to his mutiny"--Page 2 of cover
12) Red moon
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"It is twenty-five years since China established the first colony on the moon, and the lives of three people are about to collide. American Fred Fredericks is making his first trip there, his purpose to install a communications system for China's Lunar Science Foundation. But hours after his arrival he witnesses a murder and is forced into hiding. It is also the first visit to the moon for celebrity travel reporter Ta Shu. He has contacts and influence,...
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"Have you ever wondered how the moon was formed or why it changes shape in the sky? The moon's story began 4.5 billion years ago, but it continues to affect everything we do today, from weather to timekeeping. Award-winning science author Robert E. Wells explains how and why the moon matters in our lives-and for the future of space exploration"--
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"Far from being a lifeless ornament in the sky, the Moon holds the answers to some of science's central questions. Silent, dry, and barren, Earth's 4.34-billion-year-old companion is essential to life on earth. Its gravity stabilized the Earth's orbit, and, as it once guided evolution, its tide stirring up nutrients that fostered complex life, it now influences everything from animal migrations and reproduction to the movements of plants' leaves....
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"This delightfully fun exploration into the moon both informs and entertains, and helps young readers make sense of the world around them. The charming protagonist, Moon, sparsely narrates her story in eleven short chapters with text bubbles and vignettes sprinkled in to provide wit, style, and humor. Young audiences will immediately connect to the colorful, whimsical art and welcome a sense of accomplishment in devouring this unexpected, yet wholly...
19) The moon
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Human beings first set foot on the moon on July 20, 1969, marking one of the most important events in the history of space exploration. Since then, scientists have continued to learn more about Earth's sole natural satellite. Readers will learn what it is like to walk on the surface of the moon and what role the satellite plays in the solar system. They will also find out how scientists first began studying the moon and how they are continuing their...
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