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The Little Book of Big F*#k Ups: 220 of History's Most-Regrettable Moments
by Ken Lytle Katie Corcoran LytleNobody's perfect. Every day, some guy forgets his wife's birthday, some schmuck drives his Corolla into the Lexus in front of him, and some mother forgets to make cupcakes for her kid's school bake sale. But you'll never sweat the small stuff again. This book gives these denizens of disaster a major self-esteem boost by detailing 220 of the world's most easily avoided catastrophes, such as:The Donner party camping trip. Oh, pioneers! The Sierra Nevadas are not a winter wonderland. Guess you learned the hard way. The sinking of the RMS Titanic. Hello!? Does anyone see that huge iceberg? No? Okay then. Madame Curie's death from radium poisoning. Come on, Marie, put on a Hazmat suit, will ya? Your creepy glow-in-the-dark skin is freaking everyone out. After all, everyone makes mistakes. It's just that some people's faux pas are worse--way, way worse--than others.
The Little Book of Big Questions: 200 Ways to Explore Your Spiritual Nature
by Jonathan RobinsonA collection of perennial questions about the nature of God, the reason for evil, the meaning of death, the variety of spiritual experiences, and similar subjects offers a simple, effective tool for exploring all aspects of spirituality.
The Little Book of Bridge: Learn How to Play, Score, and Win (The Little Book of)
by Brent ManleyA comprehensive guide to the classic card game of bridge, including an overview of the basics, tips and techniques how to play—and strategies to win; perfect for new bridge players and experienced pros alike.Bridge is all about memory, bidding, and skill. It is one of the most popular card games in the world, and is played by millions of people worldwide in tournaments, clubs, and cruises, as well as online. New to the world of bridge? No problem! Learning any new game can be challenging, especially one as complicated as bridge. But mastering a complex game can be very rewarding. Whether you are a complete novice or a casual player looking to brush up on your skills and techniques, The Little Book of Bridge can help you play your cards right and get ahead in this classic game. With a comprehensive breakdown of all the cards involved in the game, detailed information on scoring, tips on how to improve your skills, strategies for winning, and a tear-away cheat sheet, this guide will have even the newest bridge enthusiast winning in no time flat.
The Little Book of Bristol (Little Book Of)
by Maurice FellsThe Little Book of Bristol is an intriguing, fast-paced, fact-packed compendium of places, people and trivia. A rich, and indeed sometimes bizarre, thread of history weaves its way through the ‘Bristol story’. Find out all manner of things from why local women were allowed to hang out their washing at a local beauty spot to why local bye-laws restrict carpet beating to certain hours. Along with a fresh look at city life past and present, these and many more anecdotes will surprise even those Bristolians who thought they really knew their city.
The Little Book of Butterflies (Little Books of Nature #1)
by Andrei Sourakov Alexandra A. SourakovA charming, richly illustrated, pocket-size exploration of the world&’s butterfliesPacked with surprising facts, this delightful and gorgeously designed book will beguile any nature lover. Expertly written and beautifully illustrated throughout with color photographs and original color artwork, The Little Book of Butterflies is an accessible and enjoyable mini reference about the world&’s butterflies, with examples drawn from across the globe. It fits an astonishing amount of information in a small package, covering a wide range of topics—from anatomy, diversity, and reproduction to habitat and conservation. It also includes curious facts and a section on butterflies in myths, folklore, and modern culture from around the world. The result is an irresistible guide to the amazing lives of butterflies.A beautifully designed pocket-size book with a foil-stamped cloth coverFeatures some 140 color illustrations and photosMakes a perfect gift
The Little Book of Carmarthenshire (Little Book Of)
by Russell GriggDid You Know?Carmarthen is believed to be the oldest town in Wales. The first canned beer in the United Kingdom was produced in Llanelli. The National Botanic Garden of Wales has the largest single-span glasshouse in the world. Fast-paced and fact-packed, this compendium revels in Carmarthenshire's rich heritage and what makes it special in areas such as culture, landscape, wildlife, food and sport.This whistle-stop tour through the ‘Garden of Wales’ covers both celebrated characters and murky pasts, taking in the county’s breathtaking castles, nature reserves and famous landmarks along the way. From the county gaol and asylum to school strikes and industrial riots, this is a book you won’t want to put down.
The Little Book of Chocolate: A Rich Collection of Quotes, Facts and Recipes for Chocolate Lovers
by Summersdale PublishersWhether you like your chocolate to be milk or dark, in a bar or in a cake, there is one thing that's certain: we are all hooked on this tantalizing treat. Indulge all your chocolate cravings in this tempting collection of recipes, fascinating facts and memorable musings on the most sumptuous of sweets.
The Little Book of Coffee: A Collection of Quotes, Statements and Recipes for Coffee Lovers
by Summersdale PublishersThere are more ways to enjoy your java than there are coffee beans on the tree, so whether you like your coffee topped with foam or black as the night sky there’s something for everyone! Bringing together the finest blend of recipes, clever statements and quips from connoisseurs the world over, this book celebrates the majestic coffee bean.
The Little Book of Coffee: A Collection of Quotes, Statements and Recipes for Coffee Lovers
by Summersdale PublishersThere are more ways to enjoy your java than there are coffee beans on the tree, so whether you like your coffee topped with foam or black as the night sky there’s something for everyone! Bringing together the finest blend of recipes, clever statements and quips from connoisseurs the world over, this book celebrates the majestic coffee bean.
The Little Book of Dinosaurs (Little Books of Nature)
by Rhys CharlesA charming, richly illustrated, pocket-size exploration of dinosaursPacked with surprising facts, this delightful and gorgeously designed book will beguile any dinosaur lover. Expertly written and beautifully illustrated throughout with color photographs and original color artwork, The Little Book of Dinosaurs is an accessible and enjoyable mini-reference. It fits an astonishing amount of information in a small package, covering a wide range of topics—from dinosaur diversity and social behaviors to their extinction and rediscovery. It also includes curious facts and a section on dinosaurs in myths, folklore, and popular culture from around the globe. The result is an irresistible guide to the amazing world of dinosaurs.A beautifully designed pocket-size book with a foil-stamped cloth coverFeatures some 140 color illustrations and photosMakes a perfect gift
The Little Book of Dog Care: Expert Advice on Giving Your Dog Their Best Life
by Ace Tilton RatcliffAn essential guide to caring for your dog, filled with expert-backed tips and nuggets of advice to help every dog-owner understand what their canine companion needs in order to be happy and healthy.In the Little Book of Dog Care, life-long dog lover and deathcare veterinary practice owner Ace Tilton Ratcliff delivers a must-have primer for every dog parent. What should you do when your dog is scared during a thunderstorm? How can you make clipping their nails less miserable? When do they like to eat? What can&’t you feed them? Endless questions, expert-certified answers. Thoughtfully divided into chapters that focus on a specific aspect of care, from sleeping to grooming and beyond, these tips and tricks are applicable to any breed of dog. By the last page, every dog owner will better understand what their dog might be feeling—and how to best assist, using your enviable opposable thumbs.
The Little Book of Dreams
by Una L. TudorEveryone from the pharaohs to Freud has had something to say about dreams. Used for both prophecy and psychoanalysis, they serve as a doorway to the soul and a window to the subconscious.We are, after all, such stuff as dreams are made on - and as such an understanding of our dreams helps us to understand ourselves, and our lives, and our deepest desires and fears better.This little book sifts through many centuries of wisdom to create a practical, reassuring and above all useful guide to the third of our lives we spend asleep.The Little Book of Dreams is a beautifully colour-illustrated guide to your dreams. Filled both with practical information on improving your night's sleep and advice on maintaining a 'moon journal' as well as what crystals to bring into the bedroom with you. This handy little book will help you to unlock what your unconscious mind is trying to tell you.
The Little Book of Dreams
by Una L. TudorEveryone from the pharaohs to Freud has had something to say about dreams. Used for both prophecy and psychoanalysis, they serve as a doorway to the soul and a window to the subconscious.We are, after all, such stuff as dreams are made on - and as such an understanding of our dreams helps us to understand ourselves, and our lives, and our deepest desires and fears better.This little book sifts through many centuries of wisdom to create a practical, reassuring and above all useful guide to the third of our lives we spend asleep.The Little Book of Dreams is a beautifully colour-illustrated guide to your dreams. Filled both with practical information on improving your night's sleep and advice on maintaining a 'moon journal' as well as what crystals to bring into the bedroom with you. This handy little book will help you to unlock what your unconscious mind is trying to tell you.
The Little Book of Famous Last Words: Classic Quotes and Quips That Deserve the Last Word (The\little Book Of... Ser.)
by Orange Hippo!Last words can come in all shapes and sizes. From comic quips to profound deathbed wit, shocking and surprising final revelations, delicious puns and too-good turns of phrase, gravestone gags and premature celebrations... or even just awkward and unfortunate quotes the speaker ended up eating.Indeed, this tiny tome is stacked to the rafters with notable people, past, present, who are still very much alive and quipping - though not for long. From the long-time dead to the recently deceased (or simply dying of embarassment; see Liz Truss), Nostradamus to Leonardo da Vinci, Henry VIII to Princess Diana, these famous last words span centuries and continents and will no doubt echo through eternity.If you're look to have the last laugh, The Little Book of Famous Last Words will have you laughing out loud till the very last page. For those about to die, we salute you!'I'm a fighter, not a quitter,'* Liz Truss, UK Prime Minister, October 19, 2022.*Poor ol' Liz quit the next day. Her calamitous career as PM lasted for just 44 days.
The Little Book of Famous Last Words: Classic Quotes and Quips That Deserve the Last Word (The\little Book Of... Ser.)
by Orange Hippo!Last words can come in all shapes and sizes. From comic quips to profound deathbed wit, shocking and surprising final revelations, delicious puns and too-good turns of phrase, gravestone gags and premature celebrations... or even just awkward and unfortunate quotes the speaker ended up eating.Indeed, this tiny tome is stacked to the rafters with notable people, past, present, who are still very much alive and quipping - though not for long. From the long-time dead to the recently deceased (or simply dying of embarassment; see Liz Truss), Nostradamus to Leonardo da Vinci, Henry VIII to Princess Diana, these famous last words span centuries and continents and will no doubt echo through eternity.If you're look to have the last laugh, The Little Book of Famous Last Words will have you laughing out loud till the very last page. For those about to die, we salute you!'I'm a fighter, not a quitter,'* Liz Truss, UK Prime Minister, October 19, 2022.*Poor ol' Liz quit the next day. Her calamitous career as PM lasted for just 44 days.
The Little Book of Fungi (Little Books of Nature)
by Britt A. BunyardA charming, richly illustrated, pocket-size exploration of the world&’s fungiPacked with surprising facts, this delightful and gorgeously designed book will beguile any nature lover. Expertly written and beautifully illustrated throughout with color photographs and original color artwork, The Little Book of Fungi is an accessible and enjoyable mini-reference about the world&’s fungi, with examples drawn from across the globe. It fits an astonishing amount of information in a small package, covering a wide range of topics—from morphology, diversity, and reproduction to habitat and conservation. It also includes curious facts and a section on fungi in myths, folklore, and modern culture from around the world. The result is an irresistible guide to the amazing lives of fungi.A beautifully designed pocket-size book with a foil-stamped cloth coverFeatures some 140 color illustrations and photosMakes a perfect gift
The Little Book of Gaelic Football
by Andy Watters Neil LoughranIreland's love affair with Gaelic Games in general, and Gaelic football in particular, has never dimmed. Through the lean days of hunger and emigration, through the champagne-mojito-flavoured years of the Celtic Tiger and on after it slunk away with its tale between its legs, Ireland's love affair for 'our games' has endured. Fact-packed but light-hearted in style, this reliable reference book and a quirky guide reveals little-known facts and Gaelic football along with details of classic matches, statistical records, famous players, amusing anecdotes, and the general history of the game. This can be dipped into time and time again to reveal something new about this ancient game.
The Little Book of History (DK Little Book of)
by DKJourney through time and explore more than 60 of the most important events in world history!See the past come to life in the most spectacular way! From the beginning of civilization to the modern world, discover the perfect pocket-sized introduction to human history.Inside the pages of this visual reference book, you&’ll find: • Bold illustrations and infographics that bring complex historical events to life • Clear, authoritative text that explains the underlying causes behind historical events, and how the events unfolded • A lightweight, compact format that makes it ideal for vacation reading • Entries that are truly international in scope Human history in your pocketFrom the birth of Athenian democracy to the launch of Sputnik and the Global Financial Crisis, this informative little book provides you with an overview of the most fascinating events in history that shaped our world as we know it! Get to know some of the most important thinkers and leaders throughout history such as Napoleon, Julius Caesar, and Nelson Mandela.Packed with infographics and flowcharts that explain complex concepts in a simple but exciting way, The Little Book of History is a modern twist on the good old-fashioned encyclopedia. It&’s perfect for holidaymakers looking to go beyond the standard beach read. Even more Little Books to discoverThe Little Book of History series uses a combination of creative typography, bold infographics, and clear text to explore every area of a subject. For the perfect introduction to politics and political thought throughout history, look out for The Little Book of Politics. More titles in this series include The Little Book of Economics and The Little Book of Philosophy.
The Little Book of Humanist Weddings: Enduring inspiration for celebrating love and commitment
by Andrew Copson Alice RobertsFrom the authors of the Sunday Times bestseller The Little Book of HumanismA humanist wedding ceremony allows couples the freedom to express their love in a completely personal way - and choose what marriage means to them.In a beautiful collection of insights from humanist celebrants, plus quotes, poems and meditations from humanist writers and thinkers throughout history, The Little Book of Humanist Weddings is filled with inspiration to complement your unique celebration of love and commitment.
The Little Book of Humanist Weddings: Enduring inspiration for celebrating love and commitment
by Andrew Copson Alice RobertsFrom the authors of the Sunday Times bestseller The Little Book of HumanismA humanist wedding ceremony allows couples the freedom to express their love in a completely personal way - and choose what marriage means to them.In a beautiful collection of insights from humanist celebrants, plus quotes, poems and meditations from humanist writers and thinkers throughout history, The Little Book of Humanist Weddings is filled with inspiration to complement your unique celebration of love and commitment.
The Little Book of Hurling
by Seamus KingIreland's love affair with Gaelic Games in general, and Hurling in particular, has never dimmed. Through the lean days of hunger and emigration, through the champagne-mojito-flavoured years of the Celtic Tiger and on after it slunk away with its tail between its legs, Ireland's love for ‘our games’ has endured. Fact-packed but light-hearted in style, this reliable reference book and a quirky guide reveals little-known facts, classic matches and amusing anecdotes, alongside a general history of the game. This is a book that can be dipped into time and time again to reveal something new about our ancient game.
The Little Book of Incredibly Useful Knots: 200 Practical Knots for Sailors, Climbers, Campers & Other Adventurers
by Geoffrey Budworth Jason DaltonLearn to apply the right knot for any situation-a guide for the home, backpack, or boat.The fundamental skill of tying knots is useful in countless situations, both indoors and out. The Little Book of Incredibly Useful Knots teaches you which knot to choose and exactly how to tie it, whether you’re constructing a trout fly, repairing a hammock, mooring a boat, securing a load to a car roof rack, or engaging in a rescue or survival situation.Compiled and written by two experts on the subject, this is an invaluable manual that explains through clear line diagrams and step-by-step descriptions how to tie more than two hundred practical knots, grouped by construction and tying method. Every entry contains a brief introduction to the history and development of the knot, its alternative names, and information on its uses and special features. Types of knots detailed include:Wagoner’s hitchEnglishman’s loopScaffold knotCordelette anchorTrident loopLobster buoy hitchThe book also contains a comprehensive glossary of terms to guide you through the complexities of different rope types. It helps you choose the right rope for every task.Skyhorse Publishing is proud to publish a broad range of books for fishermen. Our books for anglers include titles that focus on fly fishing, bait fishing, fly-casting, spin casting, deep sea fishing, and surf fishing. Our books offer both practical advice on tackle, techniques, knots, and more, as well as lyrical prose on fishing for bass, trout, salmon, crappie, baitfish, catfish, and more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.
The Little Book of Inner Peace: Simple Practices For Less Angst, More Calm (Mbs Little Book Of... Ser.)
by Ashley Davis BushThis stunning, colour-illustrated guide includes practices to help you let go of everyday stresses and find inner peace. With practical tools, strategies and exercises harnessing the benefits of mindfulness, meditation, gratitude, creativity, relaxation and compassion, this book will guide you towards your own inner peace and help you to find harmony with those around you: family, friends, your community and the world.CONTENTSIntroduction1. Grounded and Rooted2. Relaxation3. Equinamity4. Acceptance5. Gratitude6. Compassion7. Beyond YourselfToward World Peace
The Little Book of Inner Peace: Simple Practices For Less Angst, More Calm (The Little Books)
by Ashley Davis BushA fully illustrated guide to finding inner peace each day, with simple practices for less angst and more calm.
The Little Book of Inspiration: Advice And Inspiration For Sparking Romance (The\little Book Of Ser.)
by Lucy LaneWhatever dream you are working towards, a few wise words can help a daunting challenge seem manageable. This uplifting little book is packed with inspiring quotations and simple but effective tips to help you get the most out of every day.