Download or read book The Little Big Book of Life written by Natasha Tabori Fried and published by Welcome Books. This book was released on 2003 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents over one hundred short stories, poems, essays andspeeches, letters, comedy excerpts, quotes, and songs that offer inspiration, humor, and advice by such notables as Ernest Hemingway and Shakespeare, Robert Frost and E.E. Cummings, Anne Frank, Louis Armstrong, Bill Cosby, and others.
Download or read book The Little Big Book of Love written by Lena Tabori and published by William Morrow. This book was released on 2000-01-26 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Little Big Book of Love is the most adorable, chunky valentine ever. There have been many successful love anthologies before this one, but none so complete, timeless, and delightful, and none in such a beautifully designed format. This great little fat love anthology is chock-full of the best of everything, including: Stories and excerpts from novels and plays by such favorite authors as Jane Austen, E. E. Cummings, D. H. Lawrence, James Joyce, and William Shakespeare Love letters of famous historical couples such as Winston and Clementine Churchill, Napoleon and Josephine, And Elizabeth Barrett and Robert Browning Love poems by such renowned poets as Lord Byron, Robert Frost, William Butler Yeats, and Maya Angelou Recipes for aphrodisiac menus and treats to share with the one you love--including a Forgiveness Breakfast, Chocolate Truffles, and Luscious Lemon Hearts Lyrics to some of the greatest love songs of our time, from Cole Porter's "I've Got You Under My Skin'' to Johnny Mercer's "Something's Gotta Give'' More than 200 lavish illustrations, including 100 full-color, early twentieth-century images. There have been many successful love anthologies before this one, but none so complete, timeless, and delightful, and none so beautifully designed. This great little fat love anthology is chock-full of stories, poems, songs, letters, and the best recipes ever, including: * Poetry of William Shakespeare, Percy Bysshe Shelley, William Butler Yeats, John Keats, Elizabeth Barrett Browning, T. S. Eliot, e. e. cummings, William Carlos Williams, Nikki Giovanni, and many, many more! * The best romantic recipes, with his-and-her aphrodisiac dinner menus, a forgiveness breakfast, cookie valentines, and a heart-shaped strawberry meringue shortcake * Love letters from famous historical figures such as Winston Churchill, John and Abigail Adams, Queen Victoria, Oscar Wilde, Simone de Beauvoir and Jean-Paul Sartre . . . and many equally passionate, entertaining, and eloquent declarations * Love songs like "I've Got You Under My Skin," "Night and Day," "Our Love Is Here to Stay," and "I Only Have Eyes for You." Lavishly illustrated with nineteenth- and early-twentieth-century illustrations, this charming book will remind you of the simplicity, integrity, and importance of love. There have been many successful love anthologies before this one, but none so complete, timeless, and delightful, and none so beautifully designed. This great little fat love anthology is chock-full of stories, poems, songs, letters, and the best recipes ever, including: * Poetry of William Shakespeare, Percy Bysshe Shelley, William Butler Yeats, John Keats, Elizabeth Barrett Browning, T. S. Eliot, e. e. cummings, William Carlos Williams, Nikki Giovanni, and many, many more! * The best romantic recipes, with his-and-her aphrodisiac dinner menus, a forgiveness breakfast, cookie valentines, and a heart-shaped strawberry meringue shortcake * Love letters from famous historical figures such as Winston Churchill, John and Abigail Adams, Queen Victoria, Oscar Wilde, Simone de Beauvoir and Jean-Paul Sartre . . . and many equally passionate, entertaining, and eloquent declarations * Love songs like "I've Got You Under My Skin," "Night and Day," "Our Love Is Here to Stay," and "I Only Have Eyes for You." Lavishly illustrated with nineteenth- and early-twentieth-century illustrations, this charming book will remind you of the simplicity, integrity, and importance of love.
Download or read book A Little Book of Love written by Moh Hardin and published by Shambhala Publications. This book was released on 2011-12-27 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the Buddhist tradition, love is not just a feeling but a way of being present with ourselves and others. This book offers practical advice on how to cultivate love, how to deepen it, and how to let it flower in our lives. We may feel great love for our partners, our children, and our friends, but how do we put that love into action so that others are nurtured by it? And what about loving ourselves? How can we develop greater self-acceptance and self-compassion? Meditation teacher Moh Hardin offers key insights and practices from the Buddhist tradition for deepening our relationships and finding true fulfillment in our lives. Topics include: • Simple Buddhist practices for awakening the heart • How and why to become your own best friend • Finding freedom from destructive patterns in relationships • Listening and speaking with love • Loving and letting go Hardin ultimately introduces the inspiring idea of becoming a "bodhisattva warrior," a person who commits to living open-heartedly and working to ease the suffering of the world. Written with unusual clarity, simplicity, and warmth, this little book contains a wealth of wisdom and guidance that could change your life.
Download or read book The Little Big Book of Birds written by Natasha Tabori Fried and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bird lovers will flock to this whimsical celebration of the avian world. Packed with all things feathered 'The Little Big Book of Birds' offers literature, poetry, trivia, helpful tips, humour, recipes, profiles of respected birders, & advice for the seasoned birder & beginner alike.
Download or read book Little Big Love written by Katy Regan and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2018-06-12 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of Real Simple's Best Books of 2018 Liam Jones was the love of Juliet’s life. He was her brother’s best friend, then her best friend, then the father of her little boy. In those shining weeks after Zac was born, she had never been happier and neither had Liam. And then one night, Liam disappeared without a trace. Ten-year-old Zac Hutchinson collects facts: octopuses have three hearts, Usain Bolt is the fastest man on earth. But no one will tell him what happened to his father and where he went. When Juliet, inadvertently admits that his father is the only man she's ever loved, Zac decides he is going to find him and deliver his mom the happily ever after she deserves. But Liam left for a reason, and as Zac searches for clues of his father, Juliet begins to rebuild what shattered so many years ago. An unforgettable, heart-stopping story of the secrets we keep and of love in all of its many forms.
Download or read book The Little Big Book of Pregnancy written by Katrina Fried and published by Welcome Books. This book was released on 2002-09-01 with total page 358 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A prequel to our best-selling Little Big Book for Moms! The 12th title in the Little Big Book series, The Little Big Book of Pregnancy is destined to become a classic literary companion for any expectant mom. Filled with the best fiction, poetry, and essays on the subject of birth and pregnancy, this heartwarming anthology is also peppered with fascinating customs and rituals from around the world, time-honored home remedies, delightful old wives' tales, nutritious recipes, and wonderful crafts and activities. The turn of each page brings something interesting and entertaining to read, to do, or to learn. Illustrated throughout with the same period art and ephemera that has become the signature of this series, the imagery is both charming and elegant. A visual and editorial feast, The Little Big Book of Pregnancy is simply the perfect gift for any mom to-be. Featuring: 8 literary excerpts and short stories, including The Good Earth by Pearl S. Buck, Delusions of Granma by Carrie Fisher, and The Diary of Adam and Eve by Mark Twain. 12 essays by such notable writers as Naomi Wolf, Louise Erdrich, and Hope Edelman. 12 poems by, among others, Sylvia Plath, Walt Whitman, Erica Jong, and Joyce Carol Oates. Home remedies for seven typical pregnancy complaints, including stretch marks, morning sickness, body aches, and heartburn. More than 50 traditions from around the world covering birth, naming, labor, and pregnancy. More than 50 traditions from around the world covering birth, naming, labor, and pregnancy. More than 50 old wives tales, including how to tell if it's a boy or a girl, what to do for a smooth delivery, and how to know if you're having twins! 16 recipes for nourishing treats such as Energizing Drinks, Super Sandwiches, Delicious Snacks, and Satisfying Salads. 16 activities, such as writing letters to your unborn child, painting a cloud ceiling in the nursery, and relaxing with daily meditations. 6 categories of "Fun Facts," including popular baby names from around the world, a month-by-onth guide to your baby's fetal development, and statustics about babies, birth, and pregnancy. More than a dozen quotes concerning birth, pregnancy and becoming a parent, by celebrities, writers, and notable personalities such as William Blake, Alistair Cooke, Colette, Robin Williams, and Erma Bombeck.
Download or read book A Little Book of Love Poems and Letters written by Lena Tabori and published by Andrews McMeel Publishing. This book was released on 2001 with total page 110 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It's easy enough to say I love you. But lovers often want more creative ways to express their passion, explore their devotion, and communicate their affection. These two Welcome Enterprises titles-A Little Book of Love Poems and Letters and A Little Book of Love Stories and Recipes-will give them just the right place to start.Within the pages of these two delightful small books, readers will find the most intimate letters by some of the world's most romantic lovers, the best classic love poems of all time, aphrodisiac recipes for meals, and excerpts from some of the finest love-oriented literature. A previous format, The Little Book of Love sold more than 50,000 copies. These new editions should be even more popular.
Download or read book The Little Big Book of Christmas written by Lena Tabori and published by Welcome Books. This book was released on 2011 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Previous edition: New York: William Morrow, 1999.
Download or read book The Little Book of I Love You written by Sacha Goldberger and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2005-12-29 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When words just aren't enough, this quirky collection of puns, quips, puzzles, and verbal and visual fun does the talking. And since hearts must be handled with care, it comes with a distinctive padded cover.
Download or read book The Little Big Book of Chills and Thrills written by Lena Tabori and published by Welcome Books. This book was released on 2005-08-01 with total page 348 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: While there have been collections of ghost stories and fantasy tales before THE LITTLE BIG BOOK OF CHILLS AND THRILLS, none have so completely combined all the frightening and magical elements that have enchanted and spooked children for generations. Filled with scary stories, poems, spells, superstitions, and even recipes, and fabulously designed with early 20th-century illustrations, THE LITTLE BIG BOOK OF CHILLS AND THRILLS will provide many nights of creeps and shivers that will last well beyond Halloween Eve. Included in this hauntingly fun little book are: * Ghost Stories, including such classics as The Legend of Sleepy Hollow and The Monkey's Paw * Tales of Magic and Fantasy from Alice in Wonderland to The Hobbit * Poems spanning the witches' chant from Macbeth to Poe's The Raven * Spells for kids and grown-ups alike to try, including Abracadabra! * Curses gone unexplained for centuries, such as the curse of the Burton Agnes Skull * Superstitions, Legends, and Lore offer history on mystical items like mirrors and candles, the meaning behind All Hollows Eve, and the legends of Houdini and Merlin * Magic Tricks, complete with instructional illustrations * Treats to make, including Cauldron Cookies and Witches' Brew.
Download or read book The Little Book of Love Spells written by Sophia and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Little Big written by John Crowley and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2012-05-22 with total page 705 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: John Crowley's masterful Little, Big is the epic story of Smoky Barnable, an anonymous young man who travels by foot from the City to a place called Edgewood—not found on any map—to marry Daily Alice Drinkawater, as was prophesied. It is the story of four generations of a singular family, living in a house that is many houses on the magical border of an otherworld. It is a story of fantastic love and heartrending loss; of impossible things and unshakable destinies; and of the great Tale that envelops us all. It is a wonder.
Download or read book O s Little Book of Love Friendship written by O, The Oprah Magazine and published by Flatiron Books. This book was released on 2016-04-05 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An evocative and heartwarming collection of essays and anecdotes from great writers and celebrated thinkers, O's Little Book of Love & Friendship will captivate anyone whose life has ever been touched by a lasting friendship or an unforgettable romance. With essays and anecdotes from some of the best contributors to O, The Oprah Magazine, this charming collection warms the heart and stirs the soul. Among the highlights: a frank, funny, and freewheeling conversation between two of the world's great BFFs, Oprah Winfrey and Gayle King; Abigail Thomas on the ecstasy and agony of a first date; Elizabeth Strout on sharing the words that made her heart crack; Susanna Sonnenberg on reconnecting with her adored sister; Walter Kirn on love lessons learned the hard way; and more. A perfect gift for anyone's nearest and dearest, O's Little Book of Love & Friendship is a treasure box that readers will turn to again and again.
Download or read book The Little Big Art Book written by Roberto Carvalho de Magalhães and published by McRae Books. This book was released on 2004 with total page 976 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Big Book of Happy written by Natalie Marshall and published by . This book was released on 2015-05-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: These playful large board books from Natalie Marshall are sure to bring a smile to every readers' face. Colourful, cheeky, and filled with delightful characters, these books are perfect for sharing. Large board format sturdy enough to survive hard knocks from little readers. Bright and colourful illustrations will engage young readers and provide a good starting point for further exploration of all things 'happy' and 'silly'. A great early learning resource. Natalie Marshall is a successful illustrator with over 50 published titles. She is based in Melbourne but her titles are published world-wide.
Download or read book The Little Big Book of White Spells written by Ileana Abrev and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Simple actions, creative rhymes, and sincere intentions can bring you your heart's deepest desires. Abrev provides spells that will open a universe of potential for making positive changes for yourself, your loved ones, and your community.
Download or read book A Little Book of Love and Companionship written by Ruskin Bond and published by . This book was released on 2016-07-11 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: - 'What is the first rule of love, and what the last?' - 'How can love or friendship be good if it must end?' - 'Is a book as good a companion as a person?' - 'Is it sensible to love at all?' India's most beloved writer collects his own observations and those by some of his favourite authors and artists in this brilliant anthology on love, fellowship and togetherness. This is a book to gift yourself and every companion who has ever walked with you.
