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40: A Doonesbury Retrospective 1980 to 1989 (Doonesbury)
by G. B. TrudeauThe second volume of this retrospective anthology covers the Pulitzer prize-winning cartoon strip from 1980 to 1989.On October 26, 1970, G.B. Trudeau introduced the world to a college jock named B.D. and his inept and geeky roommate, Mike Doonesbury. Fourteen thousand strips later, Doonesbury has become one of the most beloved and acclaimed comic strips in history. Over the years, the world of Doonesbury grew uniquely vast, sustained by an intricately woven web of relationships—over forty major characters spanning three generations. The complete 40: A Doonesbury Anthology presents more than 1,800 comic strips that chart key adventures and cast connections over the last four decades. Dropped in throughout this rolling narrative are twenty detailed essays in which Trudeau contemplates his characters, including portraits of core characters such as Duke and Honey, Zonker, Joanie, and Rev. Sloan, as well as more recent additions, such as Zipper, Alex, and Toggle. Trudeau also includes an annotated diagram that maps the mind-boggling matrix of character relationships. This second volume of the four-volume e-book edition of 40 covers the years 1980 to 1989 for the celebrated cartoon strip.
40: A Doonesbury Retrospective 1990 to 1999 (Doonesbury)
by G. B. TrudeauThe third volume of this retrospective anthology covers the Pulitzer prize-winning cartoon strip from 1990 to 1999.On October 26, 1970, G.B. Trudeau introduced the world to a college jock named B.D. and his inept and geeky roommate, Mike Doonesbury. Fourteen thousand strips later, Doonesbury has become one of the most beloved and acclaimed comic strips in history. Over the years, the world of Doonesbury grew uniquely vast, sustained by an intricately woven web of relationships—over forty major characters spanning three generations. The complete 40: A Doonesbury Anthology presents more than 1,800 comic strips that chart key adventures and cast connections over the last four decades. Dropped in throughout this rolling narrative are twenty detailed essays in which Trudeau contemplates his characters, including portraits of core characters such as Duke and Honey, Zonker, Joanie, and Rev. Sloan, as well as more recent additions, such as Zipper, Alex, and Toggle. Trudeau also includes an annotated diagram that maps the mind-boggling matrix of character relationships. This third volume of the four-volume e-book edition of 40 covers the years 1990 to 1999 for the celebrated cartoon strip.
40: A Doonesbury Retrospective 1990 to 1999 (Doonesbury)
by G. B. TrudeauThe third volume of this retrospective anthology covers the Pulitzer prize-winning cartoon strip from 1990 to 1999.On October 26, 1970, G.B. Trudeau introduced the world to a college jock named B.D. and his inept and geeky roommate, Mike Doonesbury. Fourteen thousand strips later, Doonesbury has become one of the most beloved and acclaimed comic strips in history. Over the years, the world of Doonesbury grew uniquely vast, sustained by an intricately woven web of relationships—over forty major characters spanning three generations. The complete 40: A Doonesbury Anthology presents more than 1,800 comic strips that chart key adventures and cast connections over the last four decades. Dropped in throughout this rolling narrative are twenty detailed essays in which Trudeau contemplates his characters, including portraits of core characters such as Duke and Honey, Zonker, Joanie, and Rev. Sloan, as well as more recent additions, such as Zipper, Alex, and Toggle. Trudeau also includes an annotated diagram that maps the mind-boggling matrix of character relationships. This third volume of the four-volume e-book edition of 40 covers the years 1990 to 1999 for the celebrated cartoon strip.
40: A Doonesbury Retrospective, 2000 to 2010 (Doonesbury)
by G. B. TrudeauThe fourth volume of this retrospective anthology covers the Pulitzer prize-winning cartoon strip from 2000 to 2010.On October 26, 1970, G.B. Trudeau introduced the world to a college jock named B.D. and his inept and geeky roommate, Mike Doonesbury. Fourteen thousand strips later, Doonesbury has become one of the most beloved and acclaimed comic strips in history. Over the years, the world of Doonesbury grew uniquely vast, sustained by an intricately woven web of relationships—over forty major characters spanning three generations. The complete 40: A Doonesbury Anthology presents more than 1,800 comic strips that chart key adventures and cast connections over the last four decades. Dropped in throughout this rolling narrative are twenty detailed essays in which Trudeau contemplates his characters, including portraits of core characters such as Duke and Honey, Zonker, Joanie, and Rev. Sloan, as well as more recent additions, such as Zipper, Alex, and Toggle. Trudeau also includes an annotated diagram that maps the mind-boggling matrix of character relationships. This fourth volume of the four-volume e-book edition of 40 covers the years 2000 to 2010 for the celebrated cartoon strip.
40: A Doonesbury Retrospective, 2000 to 2010 (Doonesbury)
by G. B. TrudeauThe fourth volume of this retrospective anthology covers the Pulitzer prize-winning cartoon strip from 2000 to 2010.On October 26, 1970, G.B. Trudeau introduced the world to a college jock named B.D. and his inept and geeky roommate, Mike Doonesbury. Fourteen thousand strips later, Doonesbury has become one of the most beloved and acclaimed comic strips in history. Over the years, the world of Doonesbury grew uniquely vast, sustained by an intricately woven web of relationships—over forty major characters spanning three generations. The complete 40: A Doonesbury Anthology presents more than 1,800 comic strips that chart key adventures and cast connections over the last four decades. Dropped in throughout this rolling narrative are twenty detailed essays in which Trudeau contemplates his characters, including portraits of core characters such as Duke and Honey, Zonker, Joanie, and Rev. Sloan, as well as more recent additions, such as Zipper, Alex, and Toggle. Trudeau also includes an annotated diagram that maps the mind-boggling matrix of character relationships. This fourth volume of the four-volume e-book edition of 40 covers the years 2000 to 2010 for the celebrated cartoon strip.
41 Reasons I'm Staying In: A Celebration of Introverts (Apple FF)
by Hallie HealdIn a world of seemingly unending social obligations, we could all use a night off. In 41 Reasons I'm Staying In, illustrator and self-proclaimed introvert Hallie Heald imaginatively portrays engaging and sometimes outlandish excuses to avoid leaving home.With each page comes a new room and character, pursuing their obsessions, hobbies, interests, and sudden whims with gusto: plotting world takeover, learning magic, mooning over a crush, evading taxes, and beyond. This dark and humorous celebration of introverts offers a unique look into their private worlds and reminds us of the deep fulfillment and joy we can find in spending time alone.
42 Reasons to Hate the Universe: (And One Reason Not To)
by Chris Ferrie Wade David Fairclough Byrne LaGinestraIf you've always suspected the universe was out to get you… you were right!Yes, the universe we live in is cosmically beautiful and mysterious and all that crap. But it's also a bit of an asshole. After all, remember that you are just a group of atoms structured in a specific way for barely long enough to try to understand this thing we call existence. Those atoms could just have easily been used to make the dog shit you're cleaning off your shoe or the mold that grows on your bread! The fact is, when you zoom out to look at the universe and how it functions, you'll see that it's usually not in our favor, and many of the laws of physics are actively working against our survival. In this book, you'll discover why:You're an aging mutantInvisible rays are melting our genetic codeThe Earth is covered in explosive pimplesLiterally everything is poisonousAnd more true and terrifying scientific facts!But don't worry! While it's true that there are (at least) forty-two grudges to hold against the universe, the good news is that there is also one very good reason to forgive them all and embrace the wild, improbable fact that we are alive (for now) and we should take advantage of it while we can. 42 Reasons to Hate the Universe (And One Reason Not To) is a hilarious, no-holds-barred exploration of all the reasons we shouldn't exist—but somehow do anyway. Rooted in scientific research but written simply so that evolved apes such as ourselves can understand where the heck we came from and where we're likely going, this book is for all the nerds and nihilists who know they're going down in the end but want to enjoy the rollercoaster ride of existence on the way.
44 Scotland Street (44 Scotland Street #1)
by Alexander McCall SmithThe bestselling author of the No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency Series brings his trademark warmth and wisdom to his novel chronicling the lives of the residents of 44 Scotland Street that's 'as charming as the bohemian street in which it's set' (Scottish Daily Record)The story revolves around the comings and goings at No. 44 Scotland Street, a fictitious building in a real street in Edinburgh. Immediately recognisable are the Edinburgh chartered surveyor, stalwart of the Conservative Association, who dreams of membership of Scotland's most exclusive golf club. We have the pushy Stockbridge mother, and her prodigiously talented five-year-old son, who is making good progress with the saxophone and with his Italian. Then there is Domenica Macdonald who is that type of Edinburgh lady who sees herself as a citizen of a broader intellectual world.In McCall Smith's hands such characters retain charm and novelty, simultaneously arousing both mirth and empathy. 44 Scotland Street is vintage McCall Smith, tackling issues of trust and honesty, snobbery and hypocrisy, love and loss, but all with great lightness of touch. Clever, elegant and funny, this is a novel that provides huge entertainment but which is underpinned by the moral dilemmas of everyday life and the characters' struggles to resolve them.Contains an exclusive extract from The Department of Sensitive Crimes, the first novel in the new Detective Varg series by Alexander McCall Smith
44 Scotland Street (44 Scotland Street #1)
by Alexander McCall SmithThe story revolves around the comings and goings at No. 44 Scotland Street, a fictitious building in a real street in Edinburgh. Immediately recognisable are the Edinburgh chartered surveyor, stalwart of the Conservative Association, who dreams of membership of Scotland's most exclusive golf club. We have the pushy Stockbridge mother, and her prodigiously talented five-year-old son, who is making good progress with the saxophone and with his Italian. Then there is Domenica Macdonald who is that type of Edinburgh lady who sees herself as a citizen of a broader intellectual world.In McCall Smith's hands such characters retain charm and novelty, simultaneously arousing both mirth and empathy. 44 Scotland Street is vintage McCall Smith, tackling issues of trust and honesty, snobbery and hypocrisy, love and loss, but all with great lightness of touch. Clever, elegant and funny, this is a novel that provides huge entertainment but which is underpinned by the moral dilemmas of everyday life and the characters' struggles to resolve them.
44 Scotland Street: 44 Scotland Street Series (1) (44 Scotland Street Series #1)
by Alexander McCall Smith44 SCOTLAND STREET - Book 1 The residents and neighbors of 44 Scotland Street and the city of Edinburgh come to vivid life in these gently satirical, wonderfully perceptive serial novels, featuring six-year-old Bertie, a remarkably precocious boy—just ask his mother. Welcome to 44 Scotland Street, home to some of Edinburgh's most colorful characters. There's Pat, a twenty-year-old who has recently moved into a flat with Bruce, an athletic young man with a keen awareness of his own appearance. Their neighbor, Domenica, is an eccentric and insightful widow. In the flat below are Irene and her appealing son Bertie, who is the victim of his mother&’s desire for him to learn the saxophone and italian–all at the tender age of five.Love triangles, a lost painting, intriguing new friends, and an encounter with a famous Scottish crime writer are just a few of the ingredients that add to this delightful and witty portrait of Edinburgh society, which was first published as a serial in The Scotsman newspaper.
44 Scotland Street: 44 Scotland Street; Espresso Tales; Love Over Scotland; The World According to Bertie; The Unbearable Lightness of Scones
by Alexander Mccall SmithOne of Alexander McCall Smith’s bestselling series and the funniest, 44 Scotland Street is the world's longest-running serialized novel and continues to be published weekly in The Scotsman newspaper for three months of each year. The 44 Scotland Street series is truly heart-warming, terribly funny and filled with the day-to-day lives of the residents of 44 Scotland Street, a converted Georgian townhouse in Edinburgh. The first five novels chronicle the episodes that begin when 20-year-old Pat rents a room from handsome and cocky Bruce, and inherits some delightfully colourful neighbours: Domenica, an insightful and eccentric widow; Bertie, a 5-year-old who’s mastered both saxophone and Italian; and Irene, his overbearing mother. Pat has a new job at an art gallery, where her contemplative boss, Matthew, spends most of his time drinking coffee in a local café and discussing matters great and small, with barista Big Lou, wise and lovelorn. Pat’s duties are light, until she realizes that one of their paintings may be an undiscovered work of a renowned Scottish artist and she discovers that one of their customers may be in on the secret. Add to this a fancy ball, love triangles, an encounter with a famous crime writer, the dog-napping of painter Angus Lordie’s gold-toothed dog with a heart of gold, Cyril, and McCall Smith’s observations on a wide range of issues, including the merits of various forms of olive oil, the domestic economy of contemporary pirate households and our human search for happiness, and you have an incredibly entertaining and nuanced portrait of Edinburgh society.In the first five novels—44 Scotland Street, Espresso Tales, Love Over Scotland, The World According to Bertie and The Unbearable Lightness of Scones—full of gently satirical humour and sympathy for his characters, McCall Smith offers an affectionate portrait of a city and its people who, in his own words, “make Edinburgh one of the most vibrant and interesting places in the world.”
45: A Portrait of My Knucklehead Brother Jeb
by Scott Dikkers Peter HillerenAn irreverent take on the national bestseller 41: A Portrait of My Father by George W. Bush, 45 is a no-holds-barred tell-all written in the voice of former president George W. Bush as he stumps for his brother Jeb--perhaps doing more harm than good. In 45: A Portrait of My Knucklehead Brother Jeb, George W. Bush takes readers on a journey through his "butt-faced kid brother's" life, detailing the experiences that forged his presidential character, and in his own plainspoken and sometimes even comprehensible style, showing us why the younger Bush should be the next leader of the free world. And while he definitely wants Jeb to be commander-in-chief, he just can't stop razzing him either. 45 is the most hilarious (and backhanded) presidential endorsement you've ever read--a true literary noogie from one brother to another.
Los 47 ronin: (El pequeño Leo Da Vinci 10)
by Christian Gálvez¡Únete a la pandilla Da Vinci y acompaña a Leo y sus amigos en esta increíble aventura! Miguel Ángel encuentra a dos niños samuráis que necesitan la ayuda de la pandilla. ¡El malvado Kira Kozukenosuke ha invadido su pueblo! Ellos quieren ayudarles, pero ¿cómo irán hasta Japón? Además, deberán convertirse en unos grandes samuráis y dominar el arte del bushido. ¿Podrán enfrentarse al ejército del maligno Kira y devolver la paz al pueblo? ¡Descubre la leyenda de los 47 ronin! Y, además, agudiza al máximo tus neuronas y resuelve un montón de enigmas...
488 Rules for Life: The Thankless Art of Being Correct
by Kitty Flanagan&“Rule no. 1: Buy this book, laugh out loud, become a better person.&” —Jason Alexander 488 Rules for Life is not a self-help book, because it&’s not you who needs help—it&’s other people. Whether they&’re walking and texting, asphyxiating you on public transport with their noxious perfume cloud, or leaving one useless square of toilet paper on the roll, people just don&’t know the rules. But now, thanks to Australian comedian Kitty Flanagan&’s comprehensive guide to modern behavior, our world will soon be a much better place. A place where people don&’t ruin the fruit salad by putting banana in it . . . where your co-workers refrain from reheating their fish curry in the office microwave . . . where middle-aged men don&’t have ponytails. What started as a joke on Kitty Flanagan&’s popular segment on ABC-TV&’s The Weekly is now a quintessential reference book with the power to change society. (Or, at least, make it a bit less irritating.)
488 Rules for Life: The Thankless Art of Being Correct
by Kitty Flanagan&“Rule no. 1: Buy this book, laugh out loud, become a better person.&” —Jason Alexander 488 Rules for Life is not a self-help book, because it&’s not you who needs help—it&’s other people. Whether they&’re walking and texting, asphyxiating you on public transport with their noxious perfume cloud, or leaving one useless square of toilet paper on the roll, people just don&’t know the rules. But now, thanks to Australian comedian Kitty Flanagan&’s comprehensive guide to modern behavior, our world will soon be a much better place. A place where people don&’t ruin the fruit salad by putting banana in it . . . where your co-workers refrain from reheating their fish curry in the office microwave . . . where middle-aged men don&’t have ponytails. What started as a joke on Kitty Flanagan&’s popular segment on ABC-TV&’s The Weekly is now a quintessential reference book with the power to change society. (Or, at least, make it a bit less irritating.)
499 Words Every College Student Should Know: A Professor's Handbook on Words Essential to Great Writing & Better Grades
by Stephen SpignesiWords equal credibility. The more articulate a person is, the more seriously they will be taken?by everyone.On any given day, you might read ?abrogate” used in a USA Today article; or ?demagogue” or ?fiduciary” used on CNN. You might hear ?ensorcelled” and ?torpor” in a TV drama; you’ll hear a political candidate described as ?truculent.” You may hear ?pedantic” used in a movie. How many of these words are part of most college students’ ?arsenal of words”? Hopefully all of them, but if not, 499 Words Every College Student Should Know will provide them with what they need to become more articulate in their speaking and writing. It will also enhance their comprehension in their reading, ultimately culminating in what every student aspires to: earning better grades!499 Words Every College Student Should Know teaches truly important vocabulary words and focuses on Professor Spignesi’s classroom-tested Trinity of Vocabulary Use. For each word, the vocabulary-enriched and educated student will be able to:Understand the word in their readingUse the word in their speakingMake good use of the word in their writingUsing easy-to-understand, informative, and often humorous explanations of every word, 499 Words Every College Student Should Know also explores how to use the words in sentences, and in proper context. The majority of these words were individually chosen because they are fairly commonplace in media, books, online, and elsewhere, and students need to be able to understand them. Knowing them ? in fact, using the words and making them part of their everyday language ? will make any college student or those soon-to-be, more credible.
5,000 Sidesplitting Jokes and One-Liners
by Grant Tucker"I'll never forget the words my granddad said before he kicked the bucket. He said 'Grandson, watch how far I can kick this bucket.'""The key to any marriage is spontaneity. You've got to be ready to leave at any time."Bringing together some of the funniest, wittiest, and most cutting jokes the world over, Grant Tucker's volume is the definitive collection of the quips comedians call "one-liners." Short, sweet, and undeniably clever, one-liners hold a special place in the history of comedy, and the rise of Twitter and social media seems to have ushered in a new era of this comedic art form. With most people expressing themselves in 140 characters or less, there seems no better time to celebrate Grant's collection and the immortal one-liner.Side-splittingly funny, 5,000 Sidesplitting Jokes and One-Liners has all the puns, zingers, and witty remarks you could ever ask for--and many you'd never dream of asking for. "My granddad has the heart of a lion and a lifetime ban from the zoo.""A dyslexic man walks into a bra.""Corduroy pillows: they're making headlines!""Promises are a bit like babies: fun to make but hard to deliver.""Schizophrenia--together I can beat it.""Drugs are never the answer. Unless the clue is: 'Narcotics, five letters.'"
5 Bodies to Die For (A Body Movers Novel #5)
by Stephanie BondThe Charmed Killer is on the loose in Atlanta and Carlotta Wren is caught up in the terror-especially when her body-moving side business brings her dangerously close to the action.And then...She's forced to take refuge in her former fiancé's house-much to the chagrin of other interested parties...Her brother Wesley begins to behave as if he has his own death wish...And someone close to her is implicated in the mass murders.Meanwhile, Carlotta can't shake the feeling that danger is dogging her seemingly cursed family-and that the serial killer's exploits are starting to get personal....
5-Minute Disney*Pixar Stories (5-Minute Stories)
by Disney Book GroupTime for adventure! Woody and Buzz, Mike and Sulley, Edna and Jack-Jack, plus more—the gang's all here! Get ready to play hide-and-seek under the sea with Dory, climb the Crone's Tooth with Merida and her brothers, fall in love with racing Lightning McQueen and Cruz Ramirez, and so much more! Each story in this collection is ideal for reading aloud in just five minutes—a perfect fit for bedtime, story time, or any time!
5-Minute Disney*Pixar Stories (5-Minute Stories)
by Disney PressWoody and Buzz, Mike and Sulley, Russell and Dug--the gang's all here, plus more! This treasury contains twelve adventure-filled stories that can be read aloud in about five minutes and stars favorite Disney*Pixar characters new and classic. It's the perfect choice before bed, on the go, or any moment!
5-Minute Halloween Stories (5-Minute Stories)
by Disney Book GroupThe perfect treat for Halloween, this treasury of spooky stories is packed with thrilling adventures. With four scary stories, and fun illustrations on every page, this collection is a great gift. Plus, each of these spooktacular stories can be enjoyed in just five minutes, making it perfect for bedtime, story time, or anytime!
5-Minute Minnie Tales
by Disney Press4 books in 1! Join in the fun as Minnie solves the mystery of her missing daffodils with Daisy, goes on a secret scavenger hunt, and more! Each story in this collection is ideal for reading aloud in just five minutes—a perfect fit for bedtime, story time, or any time!
5-Minute Parenting Fixes: Quick Tips and Advice for the Everyday Challenges of Raising Children
by Liat Hughes JoshiWe all have busy lives but want to be the best parent to our child, without compromise.Many of us turn to the internet when we want a snap answer to a parenting dilemma, but how do we determine what is reliable information? This book is the antidote to those overwhelming search engine results. It’s a one-stop source for time-poor parents who need reliable, tried and tested advice on all the parenting conundrums from classic to topical, such as:What’s the best way to encourage good behavior?How can I ensure my child has a healthy body image.How can I ensure they do their homework with minimal fuss?How can I get my children to play nicely together instead of fight?With no-nonsense solutions, each designed to be read in less than 5 minutes, this book will help to boost your confidence when making important parenting decisions.
5-Minute Snuggle Stories Starring Disney Classic Characters
by DDisney Press EBookSnuggle up for four enchanting adventures featuring your favorite Disney characters! When Rabbit can’t sleep, Pooh and Piglet must come up with a plan. Minnie and Daisy plan a spooky sleepover. Donald’s nephews want to build the chipmunks a house. Thumper stays up all night to see what nocturnal animals do. Each of these stories is an ideal length for reading aloud in about five minutes—perfect for a cozy storytime!
5-Minute Spooky Stories (5-Minute Stories)
by Disney Press4 stories in 1! Get ready for four spook-tacular adventures featuring your favorite Disney and Disney • Pixar characters! Maleficent returns and casts a spell on the kingdom; Rapunzel and Pascal create spooky traditions in Rapunzel’s tower; Mike and Sulley search for the culprit behind mysterious events at the Monstropolis parade; and Wreck-It-Ralph and Vanellope meet a marshmallow ghost. Each of these stories is an ideal length for reading aloud in about five minutes—perfect for bedtime, storytime, or anytime!