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The Art of Belonging: The heartwarming new novel from the author of EVERYTHING IS BEAUTIFUL
by Eleanor RayFrom the bestselling author of Everything Is Beautiful, comes an utterly heartwarming new novel, about what it truly means to belong to those you love. 'Gripping, endearing and thought-provoking, this beautifully woven novel championing family, solidarity and friendship is full of warmth and heart. A joy from start to finish - one not to miss' HOLLY MILLER'The Art of Belonging is just the loveliest, uplifting novel and fills the soul with joy' LORNA COOK'Heartfelt and heartwarming, this uplifting read is full of characters to cherish and cheer for' PHAEDRA PATRICK'This beautifully written story perfectly captures the messy, complicated thing that is family'NICOLA GILL'The Art of Belonging is a gorgeous read . . . Eleanor Ray has created a warm hug of a book that will capture your heart'HEATHER CRITCHLOW ................................................ Sometimes you need to open your heart to find where you truly belong . . . When unexpected circumstances bring Grace's estranged daughter, Amelia, and granddaughter, Charlotte, to live in her home, complicated feelings start to emerge, revealing a messy and emotional past which drove this family apart. It will take a school mystery, an exquisite miniature railway and some brave decisions to help them each find not only themselves, but also each other - and to appreciate what it truly means to belong together.This uplifting novel will warm your heart and touch your soul, and remind you of all the reasons humans can be downright wonderful................................................. 'A delicious indulgence of a novel - rich, warm, and packed to bursting with heart, hope and compassion'KATE SIMANTS'A wonderful story, beautifully told. A book full of love and new beginnings and optimism' SAM HOLLAND 'An absolute joy to read. Such a perfectly spun heartwarming tale of love, loss, redemption and reinvention' ROBERT SCRAGG'Full of heart, humour and compassion, this is a story to savour' JO FURNISS, author Dead Mile'A precious story of family, love and adventure that will touch your soul and leave you smiling'CAMERON WARD, author of A Stranger On Board and The Safe HouseEverything Is Beautiful was richly praised: 'A joy' BETH O'LEARY 'Beautifully written' KATIE FFORDE'A moving, tender book' PANDORA SYKES
The Art of Belonging: The heartwarming new novel from the author of EVERYTHING IS BEAUTIFUL
by Eleanor RayFrom the bestselling author of Everything Is Beautiful, comes an utterly heartwarming new novel, about what it truly means to belong to those you love. 'Gripping, endearing and thought-provoking, this beautifully woven novel championing family, solidarity and friendship is full of warmth and heart. A joy from start to finish - one not to miss' HOLLY MILLER'The Art of Belonging is just the loveliest, uplifting novel and fills the soul with joy' LORNA COOK'Heartfelt and heartwarming, this uplifting read is full of characters to cherish and cheer for' PHAEDRA PATRICK'This beautifully written story perfectly captures the messy, complicated thing that is family'NICOLA GILL'The Art of Belonging is a gorgeous read . . . Eleanor Ray has created a warm hug of a book that will capture your heart'HEATHER CRITCHLOW ................................................ Sometimes you need to open your heart to find where you truly belong . . . When unexpected circumstances bring Grace's estranged daughter, Amelia, and granddaughter, Charlotte, to live in her home, complicated feelings start to emerge, revealing a messy and emotional past which drove this family apart. It will take a school mystery, an exquisite miniature railway and some brave decisions to help them each find not only themselves, but also each other - and to appreciate what it truly means to belong together.This uplifting novel will warm your heart and touch your soul, and remind you of all the reasons humans can be downright wonderful................................................. 'A delicious indulgence of a novel - rich, warm, and packed to bursting with heart, hope and compassion'KATE SIMANTS'A wonderful story, beautifully told. A book full of love and new beginnings and optimism' SAM HOLLAND 'An absolute joy to read. Such a perfectly spun heartwarming tale of love, loss, redemption and reinvention' ROBERT SCRAGG'Full of heart, humour and compassion, this is a story to savour' JO FURNISS, author Dead Mile'A precious story of family, love and adventure that will touch your soul and leave you smiling'CAMERON WARD, author of A Stranger On Board and The Safe HouseEverything Is Beautiful was richly praised: 'A joy' BETH O'LEARY 'Beautifully written' KATIE FFORDE'A moving, tender book' PANDORA SYKES
The Art of Breaking Up
by HitRECordJoseph Gordon-Levitt’s creative collaborative community HITRECORD looks at love from both sides in this ingenious flippable book.So, you just got dumped, huh? Or did you just dump someone? Doesn’t matter who ended it. Either way, you’re sleeping alone tonight. But don’t worry, you’re not really alone. HITRECORD’s global community of over 750,000 active artists is here to help with The Art of Breaking Up, a new book designed to get you through this trying time.That’s over 750,000 people who know the soul-crushing pain of a broken heart. But instead of wallowing forever in vats of unproductive (but delicious) cookie dough, they’ve channeled all that misery into an insightful, funny, and smart compendium of musings, photography, drawings, collages, puzzles, recipes, games, and more—designed to explore (and distract from) the mind-numbing agony of a romantic breakup. You’ll laugh, you’ll smile, and you’ll probably cry. Everyone knows there are two sides to every break-up, so this book features a double-sided, flippable structure. One side eases the tortured consciences of the HEARTBREAKERS. Flip the book, and the other side considers the plight of the BROKEN-HEARTED. Both sides are organized chronologically with chapters that correspond to the emotional trajectory of both the HEARTBREAKER and BROKEN-HEARTED. Chapters include: Early Warning Signs, Exit Strategy, The Break Up, Acceptance, Depression, Bargaining, Anger, and Denial. Where the two sections meet in the middle there is a compelling, heart-wrenching moment where the HEARTBREAKER and BROKEN-HEARTED connect again, but we’re not giving that away.Inside this book you’ll find plenty of art, stories, comics, and other amusements, such as a Post-Break-Up Relationship Survey, Denial Yoga, Candy Hearts for Assholes, Breakup Greeting Cards, Hex Your Ex Voodoo Doll, The Free Bird Word Search Game, and a playlist or two, including "Right Back at Ya," a collection of songs to stoke the burning rage in your heart. Everything you’ll find in this book was made collaboratively by people from around the world on HITRECORD–an online creative platform for collaborative art and media projects founded and directed by Joseph Gordon-Levitt. With its universal, all-inclusive approach to the subject, The Art of Breaking Up is an acute observation of love and heartbreak in modern times, and maybe–just maybe–a salve for anyone with a broken heart.
The Art of Catching Feelings
by Alicia ThompsonA professional baseball player and his heckler prove that true love is worth going to bat for in the next swoony romance by USA Today bestselling author Alicia Thompson. Daphne Brink doesn&’t follow baseball, but watching &“America&’s Snoozefest&” certainly beats sitting at home in the days after she signs her divorce papers. After one too many ballpark beers, she heckles Carolina Battery player Chris Kepler, who quickly proves there might actually be a little crying in baseball. Horrified, Daphne reaches out to Chris on social media to apologize . . . but forgets to identify herself as his heckler in her message. Chris doesn&’t usually respond to random fans on social media, but he&’s grieving and fragile after an emotionally turbulent few months. When a DM from &“Duckie&” catches his eye, he impulsively messages back. Duckie is sweet, funny, and seems to understand him in a way no one else does. Daphne isn&’t sure how much longer she can keep lying to Chris, especially as she starts working with the team in real life and their feelings for each other deepen. When he finds out the truth, will it be three strikes, she&’s out?
The Art of Cheating
by Jessica Dorfman JonesCheat? ME? Never!!! Well, except that one time... Who says you should always tell the truth? With this handy informational guidebook you can con your way through life -- from finessing your resume, to lying about your age, to getting a date. Whether you've decided to cheat out of sheer desperation or the need to get ahead, The Art of Cheating provides essential tips and guidelines for how to be the ultimate swindler, and how to spot the con artists among us. You'll learn what it takes to be a great cheater, and the pros and cons to every swindle. As a newly minted master of deception, you'll be able to cheat: ¥ On a diet ¥ On your spouse or significant other (or both!) ¥ On your taxes ¥ On standardized tests ¥ Death And more! With clever illustrations and humorous deadpan delivery, The Art ofCheating will have you sleeping your way to the top, faking an illness, and forging someone else's handwriting -- without batting an eye.
The Art of Comedy: Getting Serious About Being Funny
by Paul RyanLong-time Hollywood comedy acting coach Ryan explains how to create comedy using such tools as a comedy notebook, sketching a comedy character, and taking improvisation into the written scene. He intersperses exercises progressing from beginning through intermediate to advanced. Annotation ©2007 Book News, Inc. , Portland, OR (booknews. com)
The Art Of Dramatic Writing: Its Basis In The Creative Interpretation Of Human Motives
by Lajos EgriAmong the many "how-to" playwriting books that have appeared over the years, there have been few that attempt to analyze the mysteries of play construction. Lajos Egri's classic does just that, with instruction that can be applied equally well to a short story, novel, or screenplay. Examining a play from the inside out, Egri starts with the heart of any drama: its characters. All good dramatic writing hinges on people and their relationships, which serve to move the story forward and give it life, as well as an understanding of human motives--why people act the way that they do. Using examples from everything from William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet to Henrik Ibsen's A Doll 's House, Egri shows how it is essential for the author to have a basic premise--a thesis, demonstrated in terms of human behavior--and to develop the dramatic conflict on the basis of that behavior. Using Egri's ABCs of premise, character, and conflict, The Art of Dramatic Writing is a direct, jargon-free approach to the problem of achieving truth in writing. Print ed.“THIS book was written not only for authors and playwrights, but for the general public. If the reading public understands the mechanism of writing, if that public becomes aware of the hardships, the tremendous effort that goes into any and all literary work, appreciation will become more spontaneous.The reader will find at the end of this book synopses of plays, analyzed according to dialectics. We hope these will add to the reader’s understanding of novels and short stories in general, and of plays and movies in particular.We have based our theory on the eternally changing “character” who forever reacts, almost violently, to constantly changing internal and external stimuli.”-Foreword.
The Art of Dying: 21st Century Depictions of Death and Dying
by Gareth Richard SchottThe Art of Dying: 21st Century Depictions of Death and Dying examines how contemporary media platforms are used to produce creative accounts, responses and reflections on the course of dying, death and grief. Outside the public performance of grief at funerals, grief can strike in anticipation of a loss, or it can endure, continuing to interject itself and interrupt a permanently changed life. This book examines the particular affordances possessed by various contemporary creative forms and platforms that capture and illuminate different aspects of the phenomenology of dying and grief. It explores the subversive and unguarded nature of stand-up comedy, the temporal and spatial inventiveness of graphic novels, the creative constructions of documentary filmmaking, the narrative voice of young adult literature, the realism of documentary theatre, alongside more ubiquitous media such as social media, television and games. This book is testament to the power of creative expression to elicit vicarious grief and sharpen our awareness of death.
The Art of Failing: Notes from the Underdog
by Anthony McGowanAn Observer book of the year HAUNTED! By endless tiny humiliations. STRUGGLING! To resurrect the corpse of his literary career. ENSNARED! In a loving yet bamboozling marriage. A man at odds with the universe, Anthony McGowan stumbles from one improbable fiasco to the next. On the mean streets of West Hampstead he reflects upon all that is at the heart of life itself – socks with holes, underwhelming packed lunches, broken washing machines, Kierkegaard, liver salts, British Library eccentricities and disapproving ladies on trains. In this chronicle of one man&’s daily failures and disappointments, McGowan can&’t help but speak his mind – with cringeworthy and hilarious results.
The Art of Faking It: Sounding Smart Without Really Knowing Anything
by Laurence Whitted-FryIn today’s fast-paced society, who has time to keep up with both the current trends and the classics of what is “good” and “popular”? <P><P>The Art of Faking It guides you—with tongue planted firmly in cheek—through any awkward, intellectual, and/or über-sophisticated social situation, using both panache and pithy nuggets of wisdom to ensure you’ll never be at a loss for the right words and attitudes again. Inside you will find everything you need to know about what everyone is talking about— from ordering the “right” food and drink to holding an intelligent conversation about anything, from classical music and architecture to legitimate theater and the opposite sex. With the timely information and savvy advice in this book, playfully illustrated with New Yorker-esque line drawings, you will be the most scintillating conversationalist in the bunch—whether you are faking it or not!
The Art of French Kissing
by Kristin HarmelHow do you say, 'So many men, so little time,' in French? Well, Emma Sullivan can always figure that out later. The point is -- she's in Paris! Which would be great, except that she's stuck doing public relations for one of the hottest -- and craziest -- rock stars on the planet. Making things worse is Gabriel Francoeur, the sexy and stubborn reporter who refuses to believe her when she tells him that her client was just playing Go Fish in that hotel room with all those scantily-clad girls.... But Emma will always have Paris. The City of Light, of romance, of high fashion and of unfathomable varieties of cheese. If a girl can't reinvent herself here, there's no hope! It's time to leave the old Emma Sullivan behind and become someone courageous, exciting, successful. The type of girl who, when faced with a reporter who won't stop asking questions, knows just what to do. After all, they don't call it French kissing for nothing!
The Art of Growing a Beard
by Albert Siringo Edward Whitehead Marvin Grosswirth"Although this was originally written in the 70's, one can argue it's relevant today now more than ever. For both the beardless and bearded it's everything you could ask for when asking the question 'Should I grow a beard?'" -- Die On SetThe right beard, worn well, is a mark of virility, distinction, dash, and self-confidence. This witty and practical guide extols the pleasures and benefits of a well-covered chin, including heightened attention from women and increased social and professional respect. A great gift for the bearded as well as anyone interested in adopting the fashionable trend, this volume offers a gallery of styles to help the wearer find the one best suited to his face and personality. Experienced counsel on selecting, growing, and caring for beards includes shaving techniques--accompanied by advice for getting through the awkward growing-in phase with dignity--and tips on everything from grooming to eating and kissing.
The Art of Marijuana Etiquette: A Sophisticated Guide to the High Life
by Andrew WardHere is the first, proper guide on etiquette for those using cannabis for recreation and medicinal purposes. Written by a seasoned journalist, both novices and seasoned tokers can now partake without annoying or offending anyone. When it comes to cannabis, there are numerous unspoken rules that users take very seriously. Whether we're talking about puff, puff, pass or supplying your own munchies, the marijuana community has always tried to keep etiquette as a staple of the lifestyle. Now, from one stoner to another, The Art of Marijuana Etiquette will guide you through all phases of weed life so you can enjoy the highest quality hydroponic without being disrespectful to those around you. Some key lessons include: Understanding the language and terminologyStep-by-step details on how to rollTips and tricks to improve your smoking sessionHow to prepare for a visit to legal dispensariesAnd much more. As the negative connotation of marijuana begins to dissipate, there will be more people partaking than ever. That's why noted journalist Andrew Ward has sat down with those in the marijuana community to find out what they find the most important lessons to share, so that veteran and amateur smokers can get the most out of this incredible plant. Having this handy guide to teach you in the ways of weed will make sure that you can continue the proud tradition of respect among stoners, while also educating those joining the party on how to carry themselves. Respect is key, and the more you understand about how to enjoy and medicate with cannabis, the better we will all be.
The Art of Regifting: Your ABC's Guide to Regifting, The Do's and Don'ts, Urban Legends and Folk Lore
by Barbara BitelaIn her classic humor and wit, the Art of Regifting is sure to give you some good ideas, and laughs along the way.
The Art of Richard Thompson
by David Apatoff Nick Galifianakis Mike Rhode Chris Sparks Bill WattersonA tribute to the cartoonist known as “Michelangelo with a sense of humor,” the creator of the beloved comic strip Cul de Sac (Pat Oliphant, editorial cartoonist).Richard Thompson is renowned among cartoonists as an “artist’s” cartoonist. Little known to all but those close to him is the extent of his art talent. This is the book that will enlighten the rest of us and delight us with the sheer beauty of his work.Divided into six sections, each beginning with an introductory conversation between Thompson and six well-known peers, including Bill Watterson, the book will present Thompson’s illustration work, caricatures, and his creation, Richard’s Poor Almanack. Each section is highly illustrated, many works in color, most of them large and printed one-to-a-page. The diversity of work will help cast a wider net, well beyond Cul de Sac fans.“Even working wordlessly, from his wheelchair, Thompson was, and is, the supreme comedian. And that comic timing is among the embarrassment of rich gifts on beautiful display in The Art of Richard Thompson . . . one of the most anticipated art-retrospective books of the year.” —The Washington Post“A new collection of art, interviews and commentaries . . . a more complete portrait of a multi-talented artist whose career ended far too early.” —IndieWire
The Art of Rube Goldberg: (A) Inventive (B) Cartoon (C) Genius
by Rube GoldbergA &“generously illustrated and well-designed appreciation&” of the Pulitzer Prize–winning illustrator, with an introduction by New Yorker writer Adam Gopnik.(The New York Times) Cartoonist, humorist, sculptor, author, engineer, and inventor, Rube Goldberg wrote and illustrated nearly 50,000 cartoon in his seventy-two-year career. Goldberg (1883–1970) was the most famous cartoonist of his time, best known for his comical inventions, which were syndicated in daily newspapers throughout the world. Author Jennifer George celebrates all aspects of her grandfather&’s career, from his very first published drawings in his high school newspaper and college yearbook to his iconic inventions, his comic strips and advertising work, and his later sculpture and Pulitzer Prize–winning political cartoons. Also included are essays from such writers and comic historians as Adam Gopnik, Al Jaffee, Carl Linich, Peter Meresca, Paul Tumey and Brian Walker, as well as rare photographs, letters, memorabilia, and patents, many reproduced here for the first time. Brilliantly designed and packaged to capture the inventiveness of Rube Goldberg&’s work, The Art of Rube Goldberg is a coffee table book the whole family can enjoy. &“Goldberg&’s cartoons touch the edge of modern art.&” —Adam Gopnik &“There will likely never be another Rube Goldberg. Fortunately, his granddaughter&’s wonderful book ensures that we&’ll always remember this one-of-a-kind cartooning legend.&” ―The Washington Times
The Art of Sinning: Sweeping Regency romance at its best! (Sinful Suitors #1)
by Sabrina JeffriesIf you love Julia Quinn's Bridgerton, you'll be enchanted by Sabrina Jeffries' Sinful Suitors!'Anyone who loves romance must read Sabrina Jeffries!' Lisa Kleypas, New York Times bestselling authorThe Art of Sinning is the first novel in the Sinful Suitors series by New York Times bestselling author Sabrina Jeffries. Sabrina's witty, sexy historicals will be loved by fans of Sarah MacLean, Eloisa James and Julia Quinn.At St. George's Club, guardians conspire to keep their unattached sisters and wards out of the clutches of sinful suitors. Which works fine...except when the sinful suitors are members...American artist Jeremy Keane refuses to return home and take over his father's business. He'd much rather sample bevvies of beauties abroad, in search of a model for the provocative masterpiece he's driven to paint. When he meets Lady Yvette Barlow at a London wedding, he realizes she's perfect for his work - and determines to capture the young heiress's defiant spirit and breathtaking sensuality on canvas.No stranger to scandal, Yvette agrees to be Keane's subject - in exchange for his help gaining entry to the city's brothels he knows intimately, so she can track a missing woman and solve a family mystery. But when their practical partnership leads to lessons in the art of sinning, can they find a bold and lasting love?For more utterly romantic and wonderfully witty historical romance, don't miss Sabrina's other dazzling series including, The Hellions of Halstead Hall, The School for Heiresses and The Royal Brotherhood.
The Art of Sledging
by J HaroldIn these days of cricketing correctness, where codes of behaviour are being handed down by the Cricket Police, here is a salute to the good old days when games were won and lost by whatever means available.With a great one-liner on every page, this is a collection of crude, rude, famous and infamous sledges all placed within the context of the match and the rivalries on and off the pitch.Including:Merv Hughes to Graeme Hick: "Mate, if you just turn the bat over you'll find the instructions on the other side."Lillie to Gatting: "Hell, Gatt, move out of the way I can't see the stumps."Woodfull to Jardine: "Which one of you bastards called this bastard a bastard?"Warne to Cullinan: "I've been waiting two years for another chance to humiliate you." Cullinan replies: "Looks like you spent it eating."The most pathetic sledge of all time from present England Captain Kevin Petersen to Chris Gayle: "You're making me cross. You're making me cross. You're making me cross."Possibly the rudest of them all, Mark Waugh to Adam Parore: "Oh, I remember you from a couple of years ago in Australia. You were shit then, you're f**king useless now." Parore replies: "Yeah that's me and when I was there you were going out with the old, ugly slut and now I hear you married her. You dumb c**t."Even teammates have been known to sledge one another, Brian Close to Geoffrey Boycott: "Next bloody ball, bloody belt it or I'll wrap my bat around your bloody head."And the crowd is not adverse to hurling abuse either "Hey Tuffnell, lend us your brain we are building an idiot!"
The Art of Teaching: Shortcuts for Outstanding Teachers
by The Times MiscreantWith this outrageous catalogue of teaching aids, the times educational miscreant shares his unique approach to many of teaching's most taxing problems. Whether it's marking coursework by weight with Coursework Scales, or planning lessons with the Page-Choosing Money Box, The Art of Teaching is a must for the conscientious teaching professional.
The Art of Teaching: Shortcuts for Outstanding Teachers
by The Times MiscreantWith this outrageous catalogue of teaching aids, the times educational miscreant shares his unique approach to many of teaching's most taxing problems. Whether it's marking coursework by weight with Coursework Scales, or planning lessons with the Page-Choosing Money Box, The Art of Teaching is a must for the conscientious teaching professional.
The Art of the Political Putdown: The Greatest Comebacks, Ripostes, and Retorts in History
by Chris Lamb Will MoredockThe Art of the Political Putdown is a book of over 300 witty verbal jabs and ripostes from politicians around the world, all of whom share a common sharp tongue.Liberal or conservative, humor can be a powerful weapon in any politician's arsenal, and political journalists Chris Lamb and Will Moredock have seen their fair share of quips, witty remarks, and sarcastic pleasantries.In mining the past few thousand years of political history, they've unearthed a treasure trove of humorous exchanges, from ancient Rome to modern day, to compile this collection of hilarious comebacks and putdowns.• Features 11 brief essays analyzing the use of humor and wit in various political contexts• Even-handed, intelligent, and lighthearted political humor that gives readers from the Left and the Right something to laugh about• Contains 20 political cartoon-style illustrationsThe Art of the Political Putdown is filled with famous and lesser-known politicians at their sassiest, along with short essays and illustrations.This is a comprehensive, nonpartisan collection of witticisms, scathing burns, and mic-drop-worthy insults throughout history. • A rare political humor book with something for everyone, and a welcome reminder that politics can also be a source of laughter• Perfect for politics and history buffs and for anyone who appreciates smart humor and top-notch wit• Great for those who loved Whose Boat Is This Boat?: Comments That Don't Help in the Aftermath of a Hurricane by the Staff of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Shade: A Tale of Two Presidents by Pete Souza, and The Wit & Wisdom of Winston Churchill by James C. Humes
The Art of Zombie Warfare: How to Kick Ass Like the Walking Dead (Zen of Zombie Series)
by Adam Wallenta Scott KenemoreSun Tzu meets George Romero in Scott Kenemore's third zombie book. 40 color illustrations
ArtCurious: Stories of the Unexpected, Slightly Odd, and Strangely Wonderful in Art History
by Jennifer DasalA wildly entertaining and surprisingly educational dive into art history as you've never seen it before, from the host of the beloved ArtCurious podcastWe're all familiar with the works of Claude Monet, thanks in no small part to the ubiquitous reproductions of his water lilies on umbrellas, handbags, scarves, and dorm-room posters. But did you also know that Monet and his cohort were trailblazing rebels whose works were originally deemed unbelievably ugly and vulgar? And while you probably know the tale of Vincent van Gogh's suicide, you may not be aware that there's pretty compelling evidence that the artist didn't die by his own hand but was accidentally killed--or even murdered. Or how about the fact that one of Andy Warhol's most enduring legacies involves Caroline Kennedy's moldy birthday cake and a collection of toenail clippings?ArtCurious is a colorful look at the world of art history, revealing some of the strangest, funniest, and most fascinating stories behind the world's great artists and masterpieces. Through these and other incredible, weird, and wonderful tales, ArtCurious presents an engaging look at why art history is, and continues to be, a riveting and relevant world to explore.
El arte de la guerra: La obra clásica de Sun Tzu sobre el pensamiento estratégico
by Javier Covo TorresEl Arte de la Guerra, es una adaptación ilustrada de uno de los grandes clásicos de la antigüedad, realizada con la finalidad de exponer de manera clara, sencilla y con humor las estrategias de la competencia y el éxito reveladas en las máximas del autor chino. Una divertidísima adaptación ilustrada de El arte de la guerra. Aunque tú no lo creas este libro tiene 2 500 años de antigüedad. Fue escrito por Sun Tzu, general chino que ganó todas las guerras en las que participó. Fruto de su experiencia en el campo de batalla y de sus reflexiones militares, al paso de los siglos esta obra genial se ha convertido en un auténtico tesoro de la humanidad. Es sin duda la más importante que se ha escrito sobre las estrategias del triunfo; de ahí justamente su vigencia en este siglo XXI presidido por la competencia global en todos los órdenes de la actividad humana. No sólo sirve para comprender las raíces de un conflicto y sus posibles soluciones, sino que contiene enseñanzas prácticas para sacar provecho de cualquier confrontación y tener siempre el éxito al alcance de la mano. Precursor del pensamiento estratégico, hoy tan en boga, el libro chino revela los fundamentos de la victoria, aplicables a cualquier competencia entre personas o grupos. Las sentencias que contiene funcionan perfectamente en el mundo de los negocios, la política, el marketing, etcétera. Esta versión del caricaturista, dibujante y divulgador Javier Covo reproduce fielmente el texto chino, añadiendo ingenio y humor para su comprensión cabal y, al mismo tiempo, entretenida.
A Arte de Pagar as Suas Dívidas e de Satisfazer os Seus Credores Sem Gastar Um Cêntimo
by José Viale Moutinho Honoré De BalzacSão arte antiga as técnicas de fuga aos credores por parte dos devedores que hoje bem podem ser um qualquer cidadão anónimo, empresa, governo central, regional, autarquia. A realidade não mudou muito quando comparada com o século XIX, altura em que esta obra foi publicada pela primeira vez. Este é um manual com a caraterização dos vários tipos de dívida e com exemplos práticos de como, por exemplo, contornar as visitas desagradáveis dos seus credores. Um espelho da sociedade de outros tempos que bem poderia ser o nosso. «O credor número três (o proprietário da casa, por exemplo) vem fazer-lhe uma visita, e aproveita esta ocasião para apresentar-lhe a fatura do aluguer. Olhe-o com um ar indeciso, acompanhado por um: É impossível! Ele afirma-lhe o contrário. Um homem sem aprumo discutiria com ele em relação ao valor do aluguer ou por uns dias de compreensão. Um homem que tem aprumo responde decidido: Oh, não! Resumindo, graças ao aprumo, você domina a confiança, dá a imagem de um homem decidido e prudente.»