Casa editrice: Reading Essentials
The Road to Oxiana is the brilliant account of Robert Byron’s ten-month journey to Iran and Afghanistan in 1933–34. This classic travelogue is considered by many modern travel writers to be the first example of great travel writing.
From the New York Times–bestselling demotivational guru: “Grumpy Cat wants you to embrace your inner grumpiness and tell the world to stop bothering you.” —North Shore News In a world filled with inspirational know-it-alls and quotable blowhards, only one figure is indifferent enough to tell the cranky truth: Grumpy Cat. Following the success of her New York Times–bestselling debut, everyone’s favorite disgruntled feline is back with this demotivational guide to everyday life, love, friendship, and more. Featuring many new photos of Grumpy Cat’s famous frown and packed with uninspiring observations, The Grumpy Guide to Life will help anyone get in touch with their inner grouch.Mostra libro
From America’s iconic lifestyle magazine, “this handy . . . collection of chicken recipes focuses on quick meal solutions for calorie-counting cooks.” (Library Journal) Chicken remains the most popular dish on the menu and the perfect food when you're going low calorie. Here are recipes that will satisfy your appetite without expanding your waistline: quick, easy-to-make, and flavorful stir-fries, stews, grills, roasts, salads, and sandwiches, along with inspiring mix-and-match sides (even desserts). Try favorites like Chicken Tortilla Soup, Barbecue Chicken Cutlets with Citrus Slaw, and Healthy Makeover Chicken and Dumplings! Everything tastes so good you won't believe they're under 400 calories! “All of the titles in this series can help families plan easy, healthful meals.” —Library JournalMostra libro
Teach your children the basics of crochet in a clear way that's certain not to have them tangled in knots. Claire Montgomerie steps away from traditional methods of teaching crochet to kids and presents 35 brilliant projects that are fun and simple rather than complex and boring. By working through the easily digestible lessons, children will quickly develop the skills needed to make cool MP3 holders, mittens, jewelry, hats, dolls, teddy bears and more. There are four chapters, each featuring projects for beginners, intermediate and confident crocheters, so once the simpler projects have been mastered, your child can move on to the next challenge. The comprehensive techniques section describes everything from holding the hook correctly to crocheting in the round. All the stitches needed are explained with helpful photographs and clear instructions and in no time, any child will be working with yarn like a pro, ready to tackle all the patterns. The yarns have been selected for their ease of use and are often specially formulated for children to be kind to skin as well as being durable and easy to wash. Claire also shares tricks and tips gathered from her sell-out crafting classes, where she has taught hundreds of children the joys of crochet.Mostra libro
Find just the right words for your card with this unique collection of original sentiments and verses, plus motifs to add embellishment. From witty and poignant one-liners to inspirational and heart-felt verses, this collection is guaranteed to bring joy to your heart and a smile to your face. In addition, there are also numerous copyright-free motifs sprinkled throughout the occasion-themed chapters to add extra-special embellishment to your cards. Find the right words for any occasion including:BirthdaysAnniversariesChristmasValentine’s DayLove & FriendshipNew HomeWeddingsGraduationsAcross the MilesNew BabySorryThank YouEaster & ReligiousChristeningsMother’s DayFather’s DayGood LuckNew JobGet WellSympathy Whatever you want to say, say it with the help of this charming and entertaining book.Mostra libro
“Organizes the city in an array of beautiful and cohesive shades . . . One of the best books about New York City by way of vibrant and striking images.” —New York Simply This photographic portrait of New York captures the city as never before, in a vibrant visual tour, color by color. From Staten Island Ferry orange to taxicab yellow, photographer and writer Nichole Robertson brings New York’s quintessential shades into focus, seeking out the city’s hiding-in-plain-sight treasures: bananas sold streetside for a dollar, bright red “no parking” signs, stacks of delicious golden-brown pretzels, gleaming Art Deco gold archways. Arranged by color, these striking views portray the spirit of the city across every borough. A unique love letter to the iconic metropolis, this celebration of the city will charm locals as well as everyone who loves—or dreams of—visiting the Big Apple. Praise for Nichole Robertson’s Paris in Love “A beautiful ode that will leave you pining for Paris.” —Lindsey Tramuta, author of The New Paris “That magic feeling you get when you are falling in love with a person or place—in this case Paris!—is encapsulated in this stunning gem of a book.” —Samantha Hahn, author of Well-Read Women “We’re smitten by Nichole Robertson’s Paris in Love, which celebrates all things Parisian—especially crimson things, from raspberry tarts to scarlet mopeds, rosy begonias and glossy, berry-hued cafe chairs—in glorious photographs.” —San Jose Mercury NewsMostra libro
Following on from the events in A Zoo in My Luggage, The Whispering Land sees Gerald Durrell and his wife Jacquie travel to Argentina to collect animals for their newly established zoo. With rare insight and unique charm, Durrell pulls the listener into the tropical landscape of Patagonia, where he witnesses magical moments with penguins, seals and ocelots, and encounters a hilarious cast of characters, including a swearing parrot and a belching guanaco.Mostra libro
