Eleven-year-old Horace j. Edwards is an ordinary boy whose family has just moved to Niles, Michigan. But on the first day of sixth grade, mysterious things start to happen. His grandfather dies and Horace receives a strange gift--a stone scarab beetle. As he works to uncover the secrets surrounding his grandfather's death and the beetle, Horace is transported back in time to the ancient Egyptian city of Amarna. He meets the future pharaoh, young King Tut, and together the two boys become engaged in a fight to save the city from total destruction and Egypt itself from Tut's evil uncle Smenk. In the process, Horace discovers that he is the heir to an order of guardians, known as the Keepers of Time. The Secret of the Scarab Beetle is the first book in the middle-grade fantasy series Horace j. Edwards and the Time Keepers.

Delve into a Cornucopia of Color: Your Guide to Fall Gardening Brilliance Imagine stepping outside to a crisp, autumn breeze whispering through a lush canvas of ochre, ruby, and gold. "The First-Time Gardener: Autumn Edition" is your personal compass to transforming your garden into a fall paradise blooming with possibility. As the leaves begin to turn, allow us to guide your journey through the season's unique gifts to gardeners. With our comprehensive introduction to understanding autumn's fickle climate, you embark on the adventure with confidence. Embrace the changing landscape as your ally, harnessing the cooler weather to cultivate a garden that flourishes. Our thoughtfully curated chapters unfold like the petals of an autumn rose, revealing secrets of selecting plants that paint your garden with the hues of harvest. Design comes to the forefront with our themes that encapsulate the essence of fall. Boost your green thumb with techniques honed for success in the golden season. Discover the soil enrichment strategies that ensure a rich bounty, and unravel the mysteries of bulb planting that promise a spring awakening. Perennials and annuals both find their spotlight in chapters dedicated to their care and selection. Step into the world of cool-season vegetables, extending your harvest far into the sweater-weather months. Troubleshooting becomes effortless with our pest management and disease prevention guide, tailored to meet autumn's unique challenges. Tackle it all with the right tools--our indispensable guide will equip you with essentials that make garden work nothing short of a breeze. Learn the subtle art of watering as we transition to winter, embrace sustainable practices with rainwater harvesting, and generate life through mulching and composting. For those yearning for a green retreat within the confines of their abode or lacking in grand outdoor space, our innovative suggestions for container and small space gardening will ensure that no one is left behind this fall. Add to that family-friendly projects that bond, teach, and entertain, and "The First-Time Gardener: Autumn Edition" stitches harmony into the tapestry of your autumn days. Awaken to an exquisite morning amidst the bounty of your own creation. This is your moment. Cultivate the autumnal sanctuary of your dreams with this indispensable guide whispering the secrets of autumn gardening in your ear.

Vines add dimension, drama and dazzling variety to a garden. This new guide offers in-depth advice on planting, caring for and designing with annual and perennial vines. Gardeners will find detailed information on more than 40 vines and climbing roses. 106 full-color photos.

Blending science with an evocative narrative, Christopher Dewdney takes readers on a fascinating journey to the most elusive and fluid of the dimensions lying within human perception: time. As he did with the hours between dusk and dawn in Acquainted with the Night, Dewdney unlocks all of today, tomorrow and yesterday through his wide-ranging narrative. He shows how time has been imagined through the ages in mythology, philosophy, art and science, answering the questions that have engaged inquiring minds since before recorded history. Why does time flow in only one direction? Is time travel actually possible? Why does time go faster the higher you are from the earth’s surface? Spun out across the seasons of a year and through encounters with friends, family and strangers, Soul of the World offers extraordinary insights into the nature of time and its influence on us.

Helena Blavatsky's 'The Secret Doctrine' is a groundbreaking work that explores the origins and development of the universe, humanity, and spirituality. Blavatsky delves deep into esoteric teachings, ancient scriptures, and mystical philosophies to present a comprehensive understanding of the cosmos. Written in a poetic and profound style, the book blends Eastern and Western traditions, making it a rich tapestry of knowledge and wisdom. The complexity of the subject matter challenges readers to expand their minds and think beyond conventional beliefs. In the context of the late 19th century, 'The Secret Doctrine' stood out as a unique and controversial work that sparked debates and influenced spiritual movements. Helena Blavatsky, a renowned occultist and co-founder of the Theosophical Society, drew upon her extensive knowledge of religious and philosophical traditions to create this magnum opus. Her lifelong dedication to the study of ancient wisdom and metaphysics inspired her to pen this comprehensive and insightful text. 'The Secret Doctrine' is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the realms of mystical philosophy, esoteric teachings, and the mysteries of the universe. Blavatsky's profound insights and bold approach to spirituality make this book a timeless classic that continues to captivate and inspire readers today.

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