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  Dreaming in Color - An...

  Kaffe Fassett

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  Kaffe Fassett has led an extraordinary life and is a captivating storyteller with a vivid memory. Born in 1937, he spent much of his youth in Big Sur, California, where his parents bought a cabin from Orson Welles and transformed it into the world-famous Nepenthe restaurant, a gathering place for artists and bohemians. After attending a boarding school run by the disciples of Krishnamurti, an Indian guru, he studied painting at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, then traveled to England, where he made his home. After an inspiring trip to Inverness, Scotland, Fassett began designing knitwear for Bill Gibb, and then the Missonis, Vogue magazine, and private clients like Lauren Bacall and Barbra Streisand, and, in the process, revolutionized the handknitting world with his explosive use of color. Further explorations led him to needlepoint, mosaics, rugmaking, tapestries, yarn and fabric design, costume and set design, and quilting. Now in his seventies, Fassett continues to produce new work and to travel worldwide to teach and lecture. In this intimate autobiography, Fassett shares rich, detailed stories about his lifelong creative journey as well as hundreds of glorious photos taken along the way. 
   
  Praise for Kaffe Fassett: Dreaming in Color: 
   
  “Kaffe Fassett is to color what Julia Child was to French cooking.” —Knitters Review

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  Anne Neilson's Christmas Angels...

  Anne Neilson

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  Read by the author.  
  Embrace wonder and focus your heart amid the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. 
  Are you longing for the peace, hope, love, and joy that surrounds the holiday season? Anne Neilson's Christmas Angels invites you to calm and reflect on the wonder of the Savior's birth along with the angels who brought the good news to the shepherds that first Christmas. 
  Bestselling author and fine artist Anne Neilson beautifully captures the angels' essence in this devotional designed especially for Advent. Gorgeous, original art showcases Anne's timeless angels, which are accompanied by daily devotions, that will guide you into the sacred beauty of the Christmas season. 
  This stunning and inspirational book:Weaves all-new art from Anne with Bible verses, poetry, prayers, and personal reflectionsOffers devotions for each day of Advent, organized weekly in the themes of hope, love, joy, and peaceMakes a perfect hostess gift for holiday parties, Christmas gift for fans of Anne's art and previous books, or self-purchase to include as part of your own Christmas traditions 
    
  In these 28 entries focused on Advent, Anne reflects on the angels' special role in the Christmas story through devotions and stories that will bring your heart closer to the reason for our hope—a baby born in a manger. Let Anne Neilson's Christmas Angels prepare your heart for the Savior who is the best gift we could ever offer or receive. 
  Look for other inspirational, art-filled books from Anne, such as:Anne Neilson's Angels: Devotions and Art to Encourage, Refresh and InspireAnne Neilson's Angels Guided Journal: An Interactive Journey to Encourage, Refresh and InspireEntertaining Angels: True Stories and Art Inspired by Divine EncountersThe Brushstrokes of Life: Discovering How God Brings Beauty and Purpose to Your Story 
    
  Art paintings can be found in the audiobook companion PDF download.

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  Amy Poehler – Summary & Key...

  Vines Graener

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  Amy’s life has been a rollercoaster of highs and lows. She married actor Will Arnett, had two sons, and navigated the pressures of balancing a family and a demanding career. She writes candidly about her time on Saturday Night Live (SNL), her divorce from Will Arnett, and her lessons about life, work, and love. One chapter features Seth Meyers’ account of what happened the weekend her first son, Archie, was born. Another chapter includes a funny letter Amy wrote to herself about the unrealistic expectations she had going into motherhood. 
  Despite her success, Amy has always been a realist. She reflects on mistakes, including a controversial joke she made on SNL about a disabled person. When she realized her error, she made sure to track down the individual and apologize. In doing so, she learned a valuable lesson about compassion, forgiveness, and owning up to your mistakes. 
  Amy’s journey took her from working the comedy circuit in Chicago, New York, and Los Angeles to finding her breakout role as Leslie Knope on Parks and Recreation. Along the way, she met and collaborated with comedy legends like Tina Fey and Seth Meyers, both of whom played key roles in shaping her career.

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  A Rare Recording of Film Icon...

  Greer Garson

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  Eileen Evelyn Greer Garson (September 29, 1904 - April 6, 1996) was a British and American actress and singer. She was a major star at MGM who became popular during the Second World War for her portrayal of strong women on the homefront and was listed by the Motion Picture Herald as one of America's Top 10 box office draws from 1942 to 1946.
   
  
   
  The fourth most-nominated woman for the Best Actress Oscar, Garson received seven Academy Award nominations, including a record-tying (with Bette Davis) five consecutive nominations (1941–1945) in the best actress category, winning for her performance in the title role as the British housewife in the 1942 film Mrs. Miniver.

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  History In the Making -...

  Virversity Online Courses

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  Embark on a captivating journey through the history and evolution of architecture with this comprehensive course. Explore architectural styles from ancient to modern times and understand their impact on our world. Gain insights into urban planning and sustainable architecture, enhancing your appreciation of the built environment.
   
  Course Highlights:- Architectural History: Trace the evolution of architecture from early structures to Greek and Roman influences, through Gothic, Romanesque, and Renaissance styles. Explore the intricate designs of Baroque and Rococo, the simplicity of Neoclassicism, and the innovation of modern architecture.- Urban Planning: Learn about the foundational principles of city design, the Garden Cities Movement, and contemporary trends and challenges. Explore the significant impact of the Industrial Revolution on urban planning and the implications for modern cities.- Sustainability and Globalization: Understand the impact of globalization and sustainable practices on architecture and urban planning today.- Future Concepts: Discover emerging technologies and concepts shaping the future of cities and buildings, equipping you with the skills to appreciate and contribute to the evolving architectural landscape.
   
  By the course's end, you'll have a well-rounded understanding of architectural history, urban planning, and contemporary challenges, empowering you to appreciate and influence the built environment.

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  Monument Eternal

  Alice Coltrane, Ashley Kahn

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  The long-awaited reissue of Alice Coltrane’s original spiritual teachings and reflections, which provide powerful insight into her transcendent music, cherished by millions across the globe.  
  ALICE COLTRANE (1937–2007) was a composer, master of various musical instruments, improviser, spiritual leader, and wife of John Coltrane. Throughout her adult life, she worked within and combined a broad range of musical genres, including gospel, R&B, bebop, free jazz, Indian devotional song, and Western art music. She recorded more than twenty full-length albums for Impulse and Warner Bros. Her music speaks to her experiences as a child playing for church congregations in Detroit; the transcendent and mind-bending avant-garde improvisations she performed with her husband John Coltrane; and her religious pilgrimages to India.  
  When Monument Eternal was originally published in 1977, Alice Coltrane was living in Southern California and had recently become a swami, building and nurturing an alternative spiritual community. In these pages, she says that the book is “based upon the soul’s realizations in Absolute Consciousness and its spiritual relationships with the Supreme One.” Monument Eternal offers deep insight into Coltrane’s tremendous musical output and shines a light on her transformation from Alice McLeod, Detroit church organist and bebopper, to sage thought leader Swami Turiyasangitananda. It also reflects the extraordinary fluidity of American religious customs in the mid- and late-twentieth century.  
  Akashic’s long-awaited reissue of Monument Eternal includes a new foreword by Ashley Kahn.

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