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The setting might be a sparkling lakefront, a cool clearing in the woods, a breathtaking mountaintop, or an expansive beach, but the dream of a modest retreat from everyday life often includes a simple little cabin. In cabin getaways of the imagination, the cares of the world recede, time slows down, and the day’s pace is set by leisure and quiet activities.Compact Cabins presents 62 design interpretations of the getaway dream, with something to please every taste. Best of all, these small footprint designs are affordable and energy efficient without skimping on comfort and style. The cabins range in size from a cozy 100 square feet to a more spacious but still economical 1,000 square feet, and all include sleeping accommodations, kitchen and bath facilities, and a heat source. More Info  

The advent of the medical marijuana movement in California and other states represents a sea change for American drug policy and will shape the debate for decades to come. In this detailed exploration of the movement, Geluardi looks at the history of marijuana law in the U.S., the research into the medicinal effects of the drug, the growth of the movement, the controversial push for overt legalization in several states, and the case both for and against. Throughout, he offers a comprehensively researched look at history, economics, health, and the politics of the movement; compassionate and objective, the author refuses to demonize patients and eagerly investigates dispensary operators and individuals involved in all aspects of the trade. Readers from all sides of the political spectrum will benefit from his analysis of a growing movement. More Info  

Our eyes are a well-designed optical system, a complicated and highly developed organ. And we rely on them for just about everything we do in our lives, both personal and work-related. That's why it is so important to take good care of our eyes. The Big Book of Family Eye Care outlines measures we can take to help enhance and protect our eyes in order to preserve their function throughout life. The book is a reader-friendly guide to how eyes function, common and serious eye problems, the best options for vision maintenance, and easy ways to preserve eye health. Basic vision problems (myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism) are covered along with eye infections and emergency care. Solutions for family eye problems-specific to children, adults, and seniors- are presented in detail. More Info  

xii, 595 p. : map ; 18 cm. More Info  

Straightforward explanations of the new tax lawsThings have changed radically in our economy and our finances. Everything has been affected: from housing and education to employment and beyond. These changes are complex and will have a dramatic effect on taxpayers. But all is not lost.J.K. Lasser provides the tips and tools needed to gain a better understanding of what is going on and help you save money on your 2010 return. Perhaps more importantly, this book will help you plan ahead for future tax savings.Written by the recognized authority in taxes, J.K. Lasser's New Tax Law Simplified 2011 transforms the complex new tax laws into plain English that any taxpayer can understand. Filled with up-to-the-minute facts and figures, this book makes it easier for you to learn about—and profit from—the laws that govern your taxes. More Info