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One of the most respected professionals in the wine industry-Ron Jackson, author of Wine Science (now in its second edition)- covers all practical and theoretical aspects of wine tasting in his new book. It details the basic techniques used by professionals to sense all visual, gustatory, and olfactory wine properties (sight, taste, and smell). It also describes the physiologic, psychologic, and physicochemical origins of sensory perception and discusses wine types to illustrate the characteristic features that distinguish the majority of wines.
Written by Naif Al-Mutawa and Fabian Nicieza Art by John McCrea with Jason Dennis Cover by John McCrea
In this free copy of the 99 ORIGINS, uncover the centuries old mystery of the 99 gem stones of power!
When the Tigris River turned black with ink from the books of Baghdad's greatest library, 99 mystical gem stones were used to absorb the knowledge... and then were thought to be lost forever. These mystical gems -- known as the Noor Stones -- have now been discovered centuries later, as 99 heroes unlock the powers within them. A lone scholar dedicates his life to uniting these gem bearers as a force for good: THE 99! But is he up to the challenge when the first gem bearer has the power to level a city with a sneeze?
You Can Say That Again is Bruce Rogers’ light-hearted look at the the
English language. It examines the origins, history, and peculiarities
of the language, and provides instruction on how to speak effectively.
It sets the record straight on how to pronounce some of the most
troublesome words and names. It examines the standards of the
electronic media and finds them wanting. And it offers tips on
preparation and presentation for platform speakers and broadcasters.
You Can Say That Again has a language quiz in every chapter, along with
lists of origins, political and business terms, sports and science
bloopers, puns, limericks, and euphemisms. There’s a pronunciation
guide for major languages. And there is help for those who want to join
the battle against jargon, slang, and clichés. Vocal confidence is
essential for personal success. You Can Say That Again can help you
sound better when you open your mouth to speak.
Human Origins 101 provides a comprehensive look at our understandings of human origins and the evidence we use to support them. It is well researched and comprehensive, filling an important gap in most science programs. This book represents a compact and complete reference to human paleontology and would be an excellent addition to a library. Many of the books currently available do not do such a thorough job.
