Translator W. P. Baines
Publisher: Good Press
This is an incredible travelogue of Egypt by the late 19th-century French naval officer and novelist Pierre Loti. The beautiful and vivid descriptions will make readers see Egypt through his eyes. Moreover, it contains strangely personal and sentimental reminiscences.
Macarons are the new cupcakes! Stylish, picture-perfect and delicious, macarons are the ultimate in pretty sweet treats. Adaptable to any colour scheme or flavouring, these delicate little fancies make the perfect gift or centrepiece for a smart afternoon tea. This gorgeous book by baking queen, Annie Rigg, gives you step-by-step instructions on how to master the basic macaron recipe so that you always get a crisp exterior, chewy biscuit and flavoursome filling. Annie also supplies the most popular flavour combinations before providing recipes for both traditional, unexpected and mouthwatering options. Flavours include salted caramel, pistachio, lemon, cappuccino, cherry and chocolate, malted milk chocolate, and raspberry and passion fruit. Annie Rigg is an experienced freelance food stylist and writer. She has worked on numerous books and best-selling magazines, such as Sainsbury's Magazine, Olive, Delicious, Country Living and Good Food Magazine. She has worked with a number of top chefs, and used to cook for world-famous singers and bands on tour, including Tom Jones, Paul McCartney, Pink Floyd and The Rolling Stones.Show book
Learn how to stand out from the crowd and become that girl. When you harness the power of how ‘she’ would be, you instantly: Become unforgettableFeel happier and more confidentStop worrying about what others think of youPower ahead in your own lifeFeel unshakeable That girl is who everyone wants to be. She has it all going on! Others wonder how she does it all so well. In this book I’ll share all her secrets. That girl is our alter ego, the one who has more fun, makes more money, and is better looking. Just for fun, let’s cultivate our that girl persona and see how fabulous life can get. Age or body size are no barrier to creating our dream life, with the help of our inner that girl. We are going to be that girl in our own life, the leading lady in our own movie! So join me as we infuse that girl inspiration into real life practicality for the ultimate in easy, fun, and aspirational results.Show book
Discover the secret behind show-stopping painterly quilts: “Invaluable advice on creating successful compositions.” —Machine Quilting Unlimited Grace Errea and Meridith Osterfeld share their art quilting expertise by demonstrating the impact of value on a quilt—it creates a focal point, develops dimensionality, changes a mood, and creates a painterly effect. Explore the unexpected and making your quilt becomes a dreamlike experience in which the sea ebbs and flows in shades of fire, and feathered creatures evoke cotton candy softness. Impressionist Appliqué includes links to full-size patterns for five projects and features three appliqué techniques: turned-edge, raw-edge, and free-edge.Show book
Follow along with everyone’s favorite Jack Russell & tuxedo cat pals for another year’s worth of fun & laughs in this comic strip treasury. It’s that time of year again, when Mooch gets those wild eyes and anything can happen. In this collection of Mutts comics, Earl and Mooch go to the beach for summer vacation, welcome back new and old friends, and show us the rewards of loving an animal. Both humorous and heatfelt, this collection also touches on spaying, adoption, and endangered species.Show book
Have you ever Imagined walking from village to village in the majestic and breathtaking mountains of Nepal? Did you want to learn and be immersed in Nepali culture? Or was it a dream you've had since you were young? Whatever your reason may be, I'm sure you're excited and perhaps nervous about embarking on your first trek in Nepal. You have every reason to be excited! Trekking gives you a once-in-a-lifetime experience you'll treasure for years to come. Through this incredible journey, you'll be humbled by nature and the people you meet. You might even uncover things about yourself! Only in Nepal will you trek through different landscapes before you reach snowcapped mountains. You can see wildlife ranging from monkeys to snow leopards. You'll meet and bond with like-minded people who made the journey with you through the mountains. You might even become friends with your guide. If you're seriously thinking about trekking through the mountains of Nepal, then this quick guide is exactly what you need. This audiobook covers the following topics: Choosing a trek Independent and guided trekking Selecting a guide or trekking companion Where and what gear to buy What to expect on the trek My own day-by-day accountAnd much more Although this audiobook's main focus is on the Manaslu Mountains, the advice and guidance can be used for whichever trek you choose! About the expert: Rebecca Friedberg graduated from The Ohio State University in 2017 where she pursed a degree in classical languages and a minor in business administration. After graduating, she traveled the world solo for six months. HowExpert publishes quick 'how to' guides on all topics from A to Z by everyday experts.Show book
An illustrated, nostalgic how-to guide to achieving a clean, organized, and happy home—with over 500 retro tips and tricks! Return your household to the simpler times of yesteryear with this delightful guide full of time- and money-saving tips on everything from cleaning and organizing your home to buying and handling food. Even in an age of endless new household products and devices, these old-fashioned, tried-and-true methods can help any homeowner keep a cleaner, happier home. A thoroughly researched compendium of the best American home life tips from the 1920s through the ’60s, Classic Household Hints is filled with useful information, full-color illustrations, fascinating sidebars, and quotes—providing practical help as well as fun for housekeepers and neat freaks everywhere.Show book
