The Vegetation of Georgia (South Caucasus) 2013th Edition
Author(s): George Nakhutsrishvili (Author)
Publisher: Springer
Publication Date: 24 Aug. 2012
Edition: 2013th
Language: English
Print length: 252 pages
ISBN-10: 9783642299148
ISBN-13: 9783642299148
Book Description
The book describes richness and diversity of Georgia’s vegetation. Contrasting ecosystems coexist on the relatively small territory of the country and include semi-deserts in East Georgia, Colchic forests with almost sub-tropical climate in West Georgia and subnival plant communities in high mountains. West Georgia lacks xerophilous vegetation zone and mesophilous forest vegetation spreads from the sea level to subalpine zone. The Colchic refugium (West Georgia) ensured survival of the Tertiary’s mesophilous forest flora. Vertical profile of the vegetation is more complex in East Georgia with semi-desert, steppe and arid open forest zone. In South Georgia the montane zone represented by montane steppe is devoid of forests
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The book describes richness and diversity of Georgia’s vegetation. Contrasting ecosystems coexist on the relatively small territory of the country and include semi-deserts in East Georgia, Colchic forests with almost sub-tropical climate in West Georgia and subnival plant communities in high mountains. West Georgia lacks xerophilous vegetation zone and mesophilous forest vegetation spreads from the sea level to subalpine zone. The Colchic refugium (West Georgia) ensured survival of the Tertiary’s mesophilous forest flora. Vertical profile of the vegetation is more complex in East Georgia with semi-desert, steppe and arid open forest zone. In South Georgia the montane zone represented by montane steppe is devoid of forests
The Brown Betty Cookbook: Modern Vintage Desserts and Stories from Philadelphia's Best Bakery
Author(s): Norrinda Brown Hayat (Author)
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc
Publication Date: 5 Oct. 2012
Language: English
Print length: 192 pages
ISBN-10: 111814435X
ISBN-13: 9781118144350
Book Description
The first cookbook from Philadelphia’s phenomenal Brown Betty Dessert Boutique When three generations of African-American women decided to open a bakery in Philadelphia, they had no idea how quickly the accolades would come. With high praise from Rachael Ray magazine and other corners of the culinary world, the Brown Betty Dessert Boutique has found fame with their amazing poundcakes, cheesecakes, pies, and cookies, among other delectable treats. This delicious cookbook features both the secret recipes that Brown Betty’s fans can’t wait to get their hands on, as well as the personal stories that explain the evocative names of such recipes as Alice’s Two Step and Strawberry Letter. Features recipes that combine old-fashioned treats with thrilling contemporary flavors like sweet potato poundcake and dark cherry cheesecake Includes gorgeous and mouthwatering full-color photography throughout For home bakers who want to experience the best of Brown Betty in their own homes or dessert-lovers looking for something new, The Brown Betty Cookbook offers both inspiration and delectation.
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ClassiC MEETS Contemporary
Growing up in Elizabeth “Betty” Hinton’s kitchen, we relished her entertaining family stories while nurturing the most important and steadfast family tradition: Betty’s Sunday supper collection of rich, velvety mile-high pound cakes, luscious pies (always baked two at time because one was never enough), buttery biscuits, and irresistible cookies. Each of our cakes is named after vibrant women in our family who inspired us, taught us, and laid the foundation for our sweet success. And now we’re passing the stories and the recipes on to you. The Brown Betty Cookbook, like our baking, is a journey through family history that offers scrumptious surprises along the way. We hope you will enjoy baking with these recipes as much as we do. With Love, Linda and Norrinda
About the Author
Linda Hinton Brown was raised in a house where her mother, Betty, regularly baked a collection of pies, cakes, and biscuits–all before church on Sundays. Linda’s daughter, Norrinda Brown Hayat, grew up with Linda experimenting with Betty’s recipes, reading cookbooks, and tearing out pages from baking magazines. Together, in 2002, they founded the beloved Brown Betty Dessert Boutique.