Green Wizardry


Book Description

Tested skills for thriving in the age of limits Merlin, Gandalf, Voldemort-these well-known sorcerers from popular culture are famed for their amazing spells and spectacular magical powers. In ancient times however, a wizard was actually a freelance intellectual whose main stock in trade was good advice, supported by a thorough education in agriculture, navigation, political and military science, languages, commerce, mathematics, medicine, and the natural sciences-in essence, the true Renaissance man. Greer proposes a modern mage for uncertain times; one who possesses a startling array of practical skills gleaned from the appropriate tech and organic gardening movements forged in the energy crisis of the 1970s. From the basic concepts of ecology to a plethora of practical techniques such as composting, green manure, low-tech food preservation and storage, small-scale chicken and rabbit raising, solar water heating, alternative energy sources, and more; Green Wizardry is a comprehensive manual for today's wizard-in-training. Providing a solid practical introduction to the entire appropriate tech toolkit, this book is a must-read for anyone concerned about decreasing our dependence on an overloaded industrial system and, in a world of serious energy shortages and economic troubles, making life a great deal less traumatic and more livable.




The Green Wizard's Guide


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Join the Green Wizard as he "spells" out his journey from novice yard killer to the master of all growing out of the ground. Along the way he'll teach you the quirky but low-cost secrets to becoming a graduate of the "Green Wizard Academy." You too can have an amazing yard and garden without wasting money on poisonous chemicals.




The Wizard of the Nile


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A foreign correspondent’s chronicle of the Ugandan warlord and his Lord’s Resistance Army of abducted child soldiers: “a readable and compelling account” (Independent, UK). Somewhere in the jungles of Uganda, there hides a fugitive rebel leader: he is said to take his orders directly from the spirit world and, together with his ragged army of brutalized child soldiers, he has left a bloody trail of devastation across his country. Joseph Kony is now an internationally wanted criminal, and yet nobody really knows who he is or what he is fighting for. To get the truth behind the rumors and myths, Matthew Green ventures into the war zone, meeting the victims, the peacemakers and the regional powerbrokers as he tracks down the man himself. The Wizard of the Nile is the first book to peel back the layers of mysticism and murky politics surrounding Kony, to shine a searching light onto this forgotten conflict, and to tell the gripping human story behind an inhumane war and a humanitarian crisis. Winner of the Jerwood Award Long-listed for the Orwell Prize




Magic


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It is that time of the year again, the Apprentice Festival. It's the time that all thirteen year old boys and girls become men and women. They enter into an apprenticeship that will become their career for the rest of their lives. It's supposed to be one of the best days of his life. But, everything keeps going wrong. Even though Lee ends up being the laughing stock of the festival, even though he falls off of the bridge into the moat, even though he is caught playing dress up at a make believe tea party, Lee is positive that he is going to be chosen as the new Wizard's Apprentice. Unfortunately everything continues to go wrong. Embarrassed and humiliated, Lee walks off of the stage and into more trouble. With the help of his best friend Wanda, the recently proclaimed adults discover the hidden world of the elves. After managing to be blamed for stealing the Zodiac Arsenal artifacts, discovering a different type of magic and destroying all of the magic back on Earth, they are forced to defeat a wizard, befriend a dragon and try to save the city. While trying to accomplish everything, they are forced to teach Lee's worst enemy how to use magic that he twists around and uses against them.




The Wonderful Wizard of Oz


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The story chronicles the adventures of a young farm girl named Dorothy in the magical Land of Oz, after she and her pet dog Toto are swept away from their Kansas home by a cyclone. The novel is one of the best-known stories in American literature and has been widely translated. The Library of Congress has declared it "America's greatest and best-loved homegrown fairytale". Its groundbreaking success and the success of the Broadway musical adapted from the novel led Baum to write thirteen additional Oz books that serve as official sequels to the first story.




The Wonderful Wizard of Oz


Book Description

In the first of L. Frank Baum's time-honored Oz novels, country girl Dorothy Gale gets whisked away by a cyclone to the fantastical Land of Oz. Dropped into the midst of trouble when her farmhouse crushes a tyrannical sorceress, Dorothy incurs the wrath of the Wicked Witch of the West. Dorothy is desperate to return to her native Kansas, and, aided by the Good Witch of the North, she sets out for the Emerald City to get help from the legendary Wizard. On her way, she meets three unlikely allies who embody key human virtues—the Scarecrow, the Tin Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion.




THE WONDERFUL WIZARD OF OZ – Complete 16 Book Collection (Fantasy Classics Series)


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L. Frank Baum's 'The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Complete 16 Book Collection (Fantasy Classics Series)' is a timeless tale that follows the adventures of Dorothy and her companions as they navigate the fantastical land of Oz. Baum's writing style is rich in vivid imagery and whimsical characters, reflecting the fantastical world he created. This groundbreaking work in the fantasy genre paved the way for future children's literature and continues to captivate readers of all ages. The collection includes all 16 books in the Oz series, providing readers with a comprehensive look at Baum's iconic universe. L. Frank Baum's background as a writer and playwright shines through in 'The Wonderful Wizard of Oz', as he was deeply involved in the world of storytelling and entertainment. Baum's creativity and imagination are evident throughout the series, making it a must-read for those interested in the origins of fantasy literature. I highly recommend 'The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Complete 16 Book Collection' to anyone looking to delve into a classic fantasy world filled with adventure, magic, and memorable characters. Baum's timeless tale is a literary gem that continues to enchant readers to this day.







Wizard Emperor


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Three thousand years of glory, dust and earth, eight thousand miles of journey; Yun and Yue! Soldiers in the battlefield, Magi feared by the world. Carrying the honor and prosperity of the Gong Yang family, would Li Mu choose to avenge his family or to stay loyal to the dying empire? The dead are gone, where is the living?! Shaman spirits were gradually awakening along with the growth of this young man, and when the Shaman who was above the power level had once again stepped onto the stage of history, he asked the whole world, who could compete against him?! My name is Li Mu, and I'm from Witch Prefecture. I'm a low-level martial practitioner of the True Martial University.




The Complete Wizard of Oz Collection (All Oz novels by L.Frank Baum)


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L. Frank Baum's 'The Complete Wizard of Oz Collection' is a compilation of all the Oz novels written by the author. Filled with whimsical characters, magical settings, and fantastical adventures, this collection transports readers to the enchanting land of Oz. Baum's engaging storytelling and vibrant imagery captivate readers of all ages, making this collection a timeless classic in the world of children's literature. With themes of friendship, courage, and the power of imagination, each book in the collection offers a unique and imaginative journey for readers to enjoy. L. Frank Baum's writing style is both imaginative and accessible, allowing readers to easily immerse themselves in the magical world of Oz. His ability to create richly detailed settings and memorable characters makes this collection a must-read for fans of fantasy and children's literature. Whether you are a long-time fan of the Wizard of Oz series or new to Baum's work, 'The Complete Wizard of Oz Collection' is sure to enchant and delight readers of all ages.