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Healing Threads : Traditional Medicines of the Highlands and Islands
The Gaelic pharmacy was rich, the sources of which lay almost entirely in nature and were subject to the minimum of preparation.Much of the rich store of material comes from the great legacy of medieval Gaelic manuscripts.In more recent times, papers of medical societies have shown how traditional methods and cures are still of value to modern medicine. In addition to a general historical background, which traces the story of Highland folk tradition from earliest times, Mary Beith describes a whole variety of traditional remedies, cures and practices, from the healing properties of stone and metal, animals and insects, to rituals, charms and incantations.Her book also includes a list of the most commonly used herbs.Clearly written with extensive source notes, Healing Threads is a unique introduction to a subject that has fascinated generation after generation.
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Digital Cultural Heritage
This book provides an overview of various application spheres and supports further innovations needed in information management and in the processes of knowledge generation.The professions, organizations and scientific associations involved are unusually challenged by the complexity of the data situation.Cartography has always been the central field of application for georeferencing digital cultural heritage (DCH) objects.It is particularly important in enabling spatial relation analysis between any number of DCH objects or of their granular details.In addition to the pure geometric aspects, the cognitive relations that lead to knowledge representation and derivation of innovative use processes are also of increasing importance.Further, there is a societal demand for spatial reference and analytics (e.g. the extensive use of cognitive concepts of "map" and "atlas" for a variety of social topics in the media).There is a huge geometrical-logical-cognitive potential for complex, multimedia, digital-cultural-heritage databases and stakeholders expect handling, transmission and processing operations with guaranteed long-term availability for all other stakeholders.In the future, whole areas of digital multimedia databases will need to be processed to further our understanding of historical and cultural contexts.This is an important concern for the information society and presents significant challenges for cartography in all these domains. This book collects innovative technical and scientific work on the entire process of object digitization, including detail extraction, archiving and interoperability of multimedia DCH data.
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Dragon Threads
What could go wrong on the beautiful Gulf of Mexico coast of Texas? Smuggling and manufacturing of illegal drugs and counterfeit relics? The lost treasure of King Henry II of England? Murder? Then there is the dragon that tried to kill Virginia Davies Clark's friend Dr. Terry Sorenson. Dr. Terry Sorenson is on Buckman Island, a Texas barrier island on the shores of the Gulf of Mexico, sorting through ancient North and Central American native artifacts that a wealthy English Lord sold to the Smithsonian. But when Virginia Davies Clark is called to duty by the Smithsonian Central Security Service to investigate why Terry was attacked by a dragon, things turn dark. Virginia and Terry quickly discover illegal activities taking place on the island involving illegal drugs being made and distributed, artifacts being copied and sold as the originals, the murder of the English Lord, and an old skeleton wrapped in a Dragon Quilt in a closet. They must locate a lost green dragon statue made from a meteor and use it-along with the dragon quilt-to find the murderer, who is behind the drug and relic operations, and the missing treasure of King Henry II... without being killed. Virginia and her quilting pal Dr. Terry Sorenson wish they had stuck to archaeology, basting, and batting...
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When do I use partial threads and when full threads?
Partial threads are typically used when you need a combination of both threaded and unthreaded sections in a fastener, allowing for a more secure grip in the unthreaded section. Full threads, on the other hand, are used when you need the entire length of the fastener to be threaded for maximum grip and holding power. The choice between partial and full threads depends on the specific application and the desired level of grip and strength needed.
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Is it possible to attach plastic threads to metal threads?
Yes, it is possible to attach plastic threads to metal threads. This can be achieved by using a variety of methods such as adhesive bonding, welding, or using threaded inserts. Adhesive bonding involves using a strong adhesive to bond the plastic and metal threads together. Welding can be used to fuse the plastic and metal threads together. Threaded inserts can also be used to create a secure connection between the plastic and metal threads. Overall, there are several techniques available to successfully attach plastic threads to metal threads.
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Why do pants get threads or pull threads at the back?
Pants can get threads or pull threads at the back due to friction caused by sitting or rubbing against rough surfaces. The constant movement and pressure on the fabric can weaken the threads, leading to them breaking or pulling. Additionally, low-quality fabric or improper care of the pants can also contribute to the development of threads at the back.
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Why do pants get threads or pull threads in the back?
Pants can get threads or pull threads in the back due to friction and rubbing against surfaces such as chairs, rough surfaces, or even the body itself. This can cause the fabric to weaken and eventually lead to threads pulling or breaking. Additionally, improper care and washing of the pants, as well as low-quality fabric, can also contribute to the development of threads or pulls in the back of the pants.
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Shining Threads
It is the late nineteenth century and Queen Victoria is on the throne.Upper-class girls are expected to get married and be content with entertaining, embroidery and elementary music-making.But, from an early age, Ethel has other ideas. She will need to be forceful and persistent if she is to fulfil her dream of becoming a composer and having her music performed.Meeting with the best musicians of the day in England and Europe, she shows how good she is, and begins to make her mark as an opera writer.Yet time and time again, the musical world fails to support her. Her romantic relationships with both women and men are stormy.Will she find lasting love? As the twentieth century dawns, and the campaign for Votes for Women becomes more militant, her life will take a different turn... Shining Threads is based on the life of composer Ethel Smyth.An inspiring story of hope and determination in the face of many obstacles, it shines a light on an overlooked, pioneering composer.
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Tangled Threads
Tangled Threads is a gripping romantic saga from Margaret Dickinson. For Eveleen Hardcastle life gets no better than growing up on Pear Tree Farm in the Lincolnshire countryside.Her family works hard for the Dunsmore estate and Eveleen finds it impossible to resist the charms of their employer's son, Stephen Dunsmore.But Jimmy, ever quick to antagonize, ensures that his sister's clandestine trysts do not remain so for long. Mary Hardcastle reacts to the news of her daughter's affair with a shocking ferocity, which seems to be born more of bitterness than maternal protectiveness.But what is it that fuels Mary's resentment towards her daughter?Unable to ignore her own feelings, Eveleen continues to meet Stephen in secret.But deception has a cruel price to pay when her beloved father is found dead from a heart attack. And worse yet, Stephen, far from providing Eveleen with the comfort she craves, deserts her in her hour of need and callously evicts the Hardcastles from the farm. Suddenly homeless, Eveleen is left to take the family reins and she fights to make a new life for her family in Nottinghamshire. And then she makes a stunning discovery about her mother's past which changes all their lives for ever . . . Continue the story of the Hardcastle family with the sequel Twisted Strands.
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Threads That Bind
'Dripping with atmosphere and edged with danger, Threads That Bind weaves together a gorgeous dark tapestry of mystery, fated romance and modern myth.You won't be able to put this one down' Alexandra Bracken, bestselling author of LoreIn the city of Alante, the descendants of the Greek gods live alongside mortals. Io is the youngest of three sisters, descended from the Fates.She can see threads: shimmering silver lines connecting every person.When a new relationship is formed, a new thread appears.When a person's life-thread is cut, it's their time to die.Io uses her gifts as a private investigator, trying to make ends meet in a world which treats other-born people like her with suspicion and prejudice. Then Io is witness to a murder - but this is no ordinary murder.Io can see that the killer's life-thread is severed.They should be long dead. More complicated still, there is another witness: Edei, a member of the violent Rossi mob who rule Alante. And what Io can see immediately, although Edei cannot, is that there is a bright silver fate-thread connecting them.This boy is her destiny. Io and Edei are thrown together to solve the case, and as Io grapples with the dark secrets lurking beneath Alante's surface, she must decide whether to embrace her fate and give in to the feelings growing between herself and Edei - or whether to cut the thread, and set him free... Filled with mystery, violent betrayal and powerful, simmering romance, and inspired by Greek mythology, Kika Hatzopoulou's electrifying, genre-defying debut is perfect for fans of Alexandra Bracken's Lore, Leigh Bardugo's Six of Crows and Chloe Gong's These Violent Delights.
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The Incandescent Threads
FINALIST FOR THE 72ND NATIONAL JEWISH BOOK AWARDS – BOOK CLUB CATEGORYONE OF THE SUNDAY TIMES' BEST HISTORICAL FICTION BOOKS OF 2022‘Zimler is an honest, powerful writer’ The Guardian'A memorable portrait of the search for meaning in the shadow of the Shoah.' – The Sunday TimesFrom the acclaimed author of The Last Kabbalist of Lisbon and The Warsaw Anagrams comes an unforgettable, deeply moving ode to solidarity, heroism and the kind of love capable of overcoming humanity's greatest horror. Maybe none of us is ever aware of our true significance. Benjamin Zarco and his cousin Shelly are the only two members of their family to survive the Holocaust.In the decades since, each man has learned, in his own unique way, to carry the burden of having outlived all the others, while ever wondering why he was spared. Saved by a kindly piano teacher who hid him as a child, Benni suppresses the past entirely and becomes obsessed with studying kabbalah in search of the 'Incandescent Threads' - nearly invisible fibres that he believes link everything in the universe across space and time.But his mystical beliefs are tested when the birth of his son brings the ghosts of the past to his doorstep. Meanwhile, Shelly - devastatingly handsome, charming and exuberantly bisexual - comes to believe that pleasures of the flesh are his only escape, and takes every opportunity to indulge his desires.That is, until he begins a relationship with a profoundly traumatised Canadian soldier and artist who helped to liberate Bergen-Belsen - and might just be connected to one of the cousins' departed kin. Across six non-linear mosaic pieces, we move from a Poland decimated by World War II to modern-day New York and Boston, hearing friends and relatives of Benni and Shelly tell of the deep influence of the beloved cousins on their lives.For within these intimate testimonies may lie the key to why they were saved and the unique bond that unites them.
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What is a cultural heritage?
Cultural heritage refers to the traditions, customs, beliefs, and artifacts that are passed down from generation to generation within a society. It encompasses the tangible and intangible aspects of a culture, including historical sites, monuments, art, music, language, and rituals. Cultural heritage plays a crucial role in shaping a community's identity and preserving its unique heritage for future generations. It is an important part of a society's history and contributes to its sense of belonging and continuity.
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What are narrative threads?
Narrative threads are the different storylines or plot elements that run through a piece of writing or a work of art. These threads help to weave together the overall narrative and create a cohesive and engaging story for the audience. By following these threads, readers or viewers can track the development of characters, conflicts, and themes throughout the work. Narrative threads can intersect, diverge, or come together to create a complex and multi-layered storytelling experience.
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What are COG threads?
COG threads are threads that are specifically designed to be used in the COG (cutting, oil, and gas) industry. These threads are used to connect pipes and other components in drilling and production operations. They are designed to be strong, durable, and able to withstand the harsh conditions of the oil and gas industry. COG threads are standardized to ensure compatibility and interchangeability between different components.
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What are PDO threads?
PDO threads are a type of non-surgical cosmetic treatment used to lift and tighten sagging skin. They are made of polydioxanone, a biodegradable material that is commonly used in medical sutures. The threads are inserted under the skin to create a supportive structure that helps to lift and tighten the skin, resulting in a more youthful appearance.
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