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Prosperity from a Pittance - The New Sustainable Future
In a world overwhelmed by climate change debates and economic uncertainty, one thing remains clear: lasting solutions begin at home. Dr Pat Howden — ecologist, medical researcher, and pioneer of sustainable living — offers a lifetime of insight into how individuals can take charge of their environmental footprint through practical, low-cost, renewable home systems.
Drawing on decades of experience since 1946, including his role as ECOnsultant to Sydney University’s 1974 Autonomous House project, Dr Pat Howden introduces S.H.E. — Sustainable Home Engineering — and his concept of Frugaluxury: a simple, solar-powered lifestyle that’s conservatively run on renewable resources. His approach helps everyday people sidestep the stress of overwork, rising costs, suburban sprawl, and planned obsolescence — while reconnecting with family, community, and purpose.
This book is a hands-on guide to building a resilient future, featuring projects and principles that schools, homesteaders, and makers of all ages will find both indispensable and fun. With the rise of resource shortages and global disruptions, Dr Pat Howden’s sustainable systems offer not just hope — but real economic opportunity for cottage industries, villages, garages, and corporations alike.
From the Men’s SHED Project to his second Sustainable Future Museum and Apt Library, Dr Pat Howden continues to inspire a new generation of ecological thinkers. Here, he shares the blueprint.
“Optimum low cost family is when one partner works, the other helps family become highly self-sufficient. Swap jobs every 6 months or less! Please circulate this text that the world can’t afford to be without – other folk may need tomorrow! Disaster Survival is highly correlated with home multi-tasked self‑sufficiency level!”
SUNcerely & Sustainably – Dinah & Dr Pat Howden.£14.99 -
Have you ever been bullied? Have you ever been a bully? Billy was not a nice boy who played naughty tricks on his schoolmates. They didn’t want to be friends with him anymore, but a surprise discovery changed Billy in a way no-one could have imagined. Not only did Billy change, but all the children benefited from their experiences.
There are ten children in this story. Are any of them like you? Do any of them have the same name as you? What would you do if you met a witch?
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A perfect read-aloud picture book full of warmth and appeal.
Imaginative and lyrical, Pip’s Adventure captures the magic of friendship and shows that a heart filled with courage and kindness can save all her bush friends threatened by bushfire. As she leads them out of danger, she shows the true meaning of kindness and courage.
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Histology of Domestic Animals, Chicken and Fish
Unlock the fascinating world of histology with this beautifully illustrated guide, designed for effortless self-learning. Each diagram is crafted with precision to simplify complex concepts, making it ideal for new students who wish to master histology without the need for a teacher.
This comprehensive volume features new chapters on receptors, genetics, and the histology of chickens and fish. Begin your journey with insights from Nobel Prize winners in the fields of histology and cellular biology, providing a solid foundation for your studies.
The book boasts a wealth of original photomicrographs, supplemented with carefully sourced images to ensure accuracy and clarity. By seamlessly connecting histology with other fundamental sciences, this book offers a holistic understanding of the subject.
Immerse yourself in the rich, visual storytelling of histology, making your learning experience both educational and enjoyable.
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Continuing on from Holding Strong, Keeping On is the tale of Abbigail and Draino. Life has never been easy for Abbigail or Draino, but they have great big, ginormous dreams to be someone in a world where they’ve been labelled no ones. Can they achieve their goals? Because if they can, maybe so can we.
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Meet Frankie, a spirited five-year-old girl with a heart full of curiosity and a burning desire to uncover life’s mysteries. In a picturesque coastal town, Frankie’s summer takes an enchanting turn when she stumbles upon a set of mysterious trails etched into the golden sands.
Frankie embarks on a thrilling adventure, tracing the trails one after the other, which seem to vanish into the air. Along the way, she encounters a colourful cast of characters, each offering a clue to the origins of these elusive tracks.
As Frankie’s quest unfolds, she discovers that these footprints hold not only the secrets of the past but also the promise of new friendships and exciting possibilities.
Frankie’s Footprint is a heartwarming tale of determination, courage, and the timeless magic of childhood wonder. Join Frankie on her unforgettable journey of discovery as she learns that sometimes, the most extraordinary adventures can start with a single step in the sand.
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Teddy's Holiday and the Goblin's Tale
On his holiday at Miss Frillypans’ boarding house, Teddy stumbles upon an old mine with a secret: a goblin trapped by fairy law, tirelessly seeking a lost magician’s necklace. This goblin, named Wartnob, cannot leave until he recovers the necklace, once an engagement gift from a magician to his beloved, which fatefully fell into the hands of the jealous Northern River God and was ultimately lost in the mine’s depths.
Unbeknownst to Wartnob, high above in the fairy realm, Ratspin – a lady goblin who gallantly rides the night skies on her trusty rat steed – harbours a longstanding affection for him. Their paths are destined to cross as Teddy, a simple holidaymaker, becomes entwined in a magical dilemma that spans the realms of fairies and goblins. Will Teddy be able to help Wartnob and Ratspin find the necklace and each other, or will the goblin’s quest keep him bound to the mine forever? Join Teddy on this enchanting adventure to see if he can unravel the threads of this mystical love story.
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Life is water. Water is life.
The motif of water is ever-present. Drops of luck. Pouring anger. Draining sadness. Gushes of adrenaline. Lake of knowledge. River of wisdom. Waves of worryclashing,
crashing,
colliding
into my mind.Waves of passion, of protest, of power;
waves of highs, of lows, of in-betweens;
waves of woe, of wonder, of war;
waves of lust, of love, of life.
And amidst all this water, I try to swim through it all.
Through the love,
the wars,
the other trivialities that life has in store for me.
Submerging in the oceans of possibility, of experience.
Sometimes I float, sometimes I drown.
Sometimes I prefer one, sometimes the other.
Sometimes, sometimes, sometimes colliding, cleansing, crashing into me like
waves & waves & waves.
Swim float drown against the waves waves waves
words gush out on the page beyond my control and I am left dry.For now.
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In the blazing heart of the Australian outback, survival is a matter of grit, luck, and sheer willpower. Welcome to the opal fields—where fortunes are won and lost, and the land itself is as unforgiving as it is mesmerising. For those drawn to the hunt for precious stones, the desert offers both promise and peril.
When a man awakens alone, injured, and with no memory of who he is, he finds himself stranded in a vast, sun-baked wilderness. Hunted by relentless dingoes and haunted by questions he cannot answer, he must summon every ounce of determination to drag himself toward the faint hope of shelter. As the merciless landscape tests his body and spirit, he faces not only the dangers of the wild but the torment of his own forgotten past.
Raw, gripping, and unflinching, this story plunges you into the extremes of human endurance and the stark beauty of the Australian desert. Will he find salvation—or will the outback claim another lost soul?
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In the mystical kingdom of Harmony Stones, two best friends rule the balance between day and night. Zeus, beloved by all, raises the sun each morning, while Achlys commands the moon and stars in darkness—his achievements overlooked and unappreciated.
When jealousy and resentment finally shatter their friendship, a devastating battle splits their world in two. Exiled to the dark kingdom of Azarath, Achlys plots his revenge while Zeus struggles to maintain the light alone.
Many years later, their six children inherit more than just magical powers—they inherit an ancient feud. But when the young heirs of both kingdoms secretly meet under the cover of night, forbidden friendships bloom that could either heal the rift between their worlds or destroy them both.
But the true key to ending this ancient war lies with Astro—a humble villager who discovers he is the legendary Prince of Love, wielding the rarest power that can unite sun and moon, day and night.
As dark prophecies unfold and a mysterious Queen of Night and Day emerges with dangerous truths, Astro must master his abilities before the dark angels discover his identity.
In a realm where light battles darkness and love defies destiny, will the next generation break the cycle of hatred—or will they be consumed by it?
A tale of friendship, betrayal, and the ultimate power of love.
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Teddy’s New Shoes takes readers on a delightful journey of discovery.
Teddy is a cheerful and positive little bear who lives with his Mam and Dad. He has been dreaming of the perfect pair of shoes—bright, sparkly, and covered in rainbows.
Will Teddy find the shoes of his dreams? Join him on his adventure to find out!
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Luggy is a funny tale about a puppy with extraordinarily big ears. Unfortunately for Luggy, he is teased and bullied by another dog. Luggy is deeply hurt, and his response is to hide away from the world. But ultimately, love conquers all!
This is a humorous and heart-warming story about love and acceptance, the love a little boy has for his puppy, and the love and joy a puppy feels when he receives acceptance and friendship from his peer group.
Written in a playful rhyme, this story has a clever plot and memorable characters, leading the reader on a journey of emotions, finally delivering a strong message that name-calling is not cool!
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