Fergus Fungi
Fergus is looking for love in the windy city, but dating is hard
Walt Disney's Mickey Mouse: The Riddle of Brigaboom
From Minnie to Horace to Mortimer Mouse, Mickey's friends and fiends are bewitched by Dr. Wrayspray and his amazing health tonic. But Mickey smells a rat -- and the trail leads to Wrayspray's headquarters on Brigaboom, an amazing island that only appears once every five years... where Peg Leg Pete is cooking up a diabolical new racket! Next, it's Donald in deep duck trouble when he's forced to battle an army of AI-controlled evil toys in "Remotely Impossible" -- and his own unhinged cousin in "The Unsinkable Kildare Coot!" Finally, Goofy's royal love interest returns in "The Famed Jumping Frog of Queen Zenobia"... with a criminal plot hot on her tail!
The Funny Side of 55+
The Funny Side of 55+ is about enjoying the things that others do and say that are funny to you because you may have done or know someone who has acted or spoken like the cartoon. The contents of the cartoons are based on pure likenesses of actual actions of real people who are 55 or over.About the AuthorGeorge C. Pieper, Jr. is a retired US Navy CPO having served 23 years. He published 3 cartoon books about the Navy. He is a husband, father, grandfather, great great grandfather, a public speaker, an accomplished singer, a cartoon artist, and an honorary member of the National Cartoonist Society.
The Hat Seller of Seville
The Hat Seller of Seville is the opening story in a book of quirky short stories, memoir and poems. Many of the tales focus on human relationships in various settings around the world, and in Australia. Some poems and prose address environmental and social justice issues. Many of the interesting narratives have their roots in travel experiences over five decades.The author's punchy memoirs of his time growing up in the 1950s and 60s give insight into the social, sporting and family life in a country town in New South Wales.
Animals with love Valentine's Day Coloring Book
, Animals with Love book teaches kids about kindness and empathy for animals!" "Animals with Love" is a wonderful coloring book for kids who love animals and Valentine's Day. This book comes bundled with 49 fun and unique coloring pictures, each depicting a cute animal in a Valentine's Day love scene. Kids will have the opportunity to explore the animal world through their creativity, coloring sweet kissing cats, cuddly bears holding hands, and more. Each page of this book is filled with engaging details and adorable characters, providing children with hours of creative entertainment. This book is perfect to give as a Valentine's Day gift or to keep in your child's coloring book collection. So, if you have a child who loves animals and loves to play with coloring pencils, Animals and Love is the ideal choice for him or her. Features: - Printed on one side of the paper - Incredibly Fun and Relaxing - Large 8.5x 11Pages - More than 49 different pages of Valentine's coloring for kids So why wait? Order your copy today and let your child's imagination run wild in the wondrous world of, Animals with Love, .
Splitting Sides
Based on the stories from horror writer, David Schembri, Splitting Sides features distinct and dazzling illustrations by the author along with his darkly humorous tribute to horror comics of the 50s. Splitting Sides presents two tales: 'Day of the Vorcha' and 'The Date-Night Dead', along with some delightfully entertaining advertisements, this comic will leave you horrified and giggling at the same time.
Inspirational Signs for More Sunshine in Your Life - Volume 1
Enjoy every detail and magical moment in this book of short forms (stories that are only 150 words or less) inspired by the Midas Auto Repair sign at the end of my street in Carmichael, CA.Each short form will encourage you to listen better, notice extraordinary things in the ordinary moments, as well as you make you smile, laugh, and maybe even take action to make small tweaks and changes in your lives. All these morsels of love, patience, and attention to detail will delight you and everyone else in your life.So, go ahead and purchase this book full of seeds of sunshine for all your loved ones. They deserve your gift of love and attention on a daily basis. And last but not least, plan to thrive in 2023 and beyond, by exercising, eating healthily, reading more books, and listening to Seeds of Sunshine, a mother/daughter podcast that my daughter Sophia and I started in July 2022, on Apple Podcast, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts!
The Tragic Bride
The Tragic Bride is a novel based on a true event which is written by Francis Brett Young. The story of Frances Shea, wife of Reggie Kray, is one of the most tragic stories of the Sixties. Frances was lured into an outwardly glamorous world of nightclubs, expensive clothes, and showbiz parties, but soon discovered the real world of the Kray Twins, where violence, drink, drugs, and terror dominated everything. She broke away and briefly enjoyed other relationships, but Reggie would never let her go. Frances and her family were intricately entwined with the Twins' descent from gangland extortion and cruelty into senseless murder and mayhem by the time she wed Reggie in their 'Wedding of the Year' in 1965. Frances passed away from a heroin overdose two years later. Now, 50 years later, the truth about the life of Frances Shea and her short marriage to Reggie Kray is finally revealed in this novel. This book explodes the myths surrounding the marriage and reveals how the effect of this tragic, doomed relationship haunted the lives of Frances's loved ones right to the end.
Grant Me the F**king Serenity
Fifty pieces of motherf**king wisdom, lovingly selected for your perusalHave you ever wished famous quotes and proverbs said "f**k" more? Well you're in luck! We've spiced up the wisest words ever spoken with profanity that will get your mouth washed out with soap.Ask the potty mouth in your life: the fine art of swearing befits even the most sagacious maxims. We think you'll find cursing makes these quotations more memorable, more fun to share, and more likely to raise eyebrows when repeated.Don't worry, we've used the utmost discretion and good taste even in our most impolite selections. You might be offended by the words themselves, but we think you'll appreciate the taste with which they are used!You're sure to turn heads when reading, gifting, or displaying this little crime against propriety.Made with love in Portland f**kin' Oregon.It ain't f**kin' white hair that engenders whip-a*s wisdom.Apologies to Menander
Dad Jokes: The Priceless Edition
More hysterical jokes from the Instagram sensation THE NEW COLLECTION FROM THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERS @DADSAYSJOKES Q: What do cars spread on their toast? A: Traffic jam. The hit Instagram page @DadSaysJokes returns with an all-new batch of hilarious dad jokes to share with friends and family. Back by popular demand, with hundreds of gags for every occasion, Dad Jokes: The Priceless Edition is the perfect gift for Father's Day, birthdays, Christmastime and beyond. @DadSaysJokes is a community-run Dad jokes network on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter, with over 5 million followers, inspired by the daily jokes of author Kit Chilvers' dad, Andrew. Every day, followers submit their jokes and the team picks their favorites - or Dad just drops in his own zinger! Kit, a young social networking influencer, started his career at the tender age of 14 when he created his original platform, Football.Newz. He has since added another fourteen platforms, including @PubityPets and monster meme Instagram page @Pubity with its 31 million followers. This is his fifth book.
SEXY JOKES and SEXY SAYINGS
This book has been a handy little gem and I expect it will sell like hot cakes. My best enjoyment happens to be how this book can double up as a sexy pick up lines guide for the sexually frustrated who are interested. If you think this book is too sexy for your friend then do not give it away. Keep it for a rainy day when sex liaisons are on your mind and you are in need of getting some. Get some get go and get on with it.
The Bayonne Zone
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My Friends Made Me Do It
Marilyn Edith Rickman was born in Toronto, ON, Canada. After moving to Vancouver, BC in her early twenties, she eventually settled in Bellingham, WA where she eventually retired years later. Besides writing poems, Marilyn also loves to sew, and refurbish vintage furniture, but she especially loves visiting her three precious granddaughters most of all.In third grade, Marilyn discovered that she could write sentences that rhymed! She continued to write poems all her life; poems about people she met and cherished - about family, and friends, and about the wonderful daring adventures she encountered over the years.Marilyn's lifetime dream was always to write a book of all her poems one day! After winning a contest in 1994, with a poem as her entry, her first ever "Claim to Fame", she gained the confidence to follow her dream! As well, with so much encouragement from her family and friends over the years, Marilyn's dream came true!
The Bayonne Zone
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Angry Little Girls in Love
"Angry Little Girls in Love" is re-released in larger size!Angry Little Girls in Love, is definitely not a cuddly, lovely-dovey, mushy love book. This book starts with the promising first date of Kim and Bruce who then find themselves in a dysfunctional boyfriend-girlfriend relationship. Their friends offer help and advice along the way. Featuring vengeful, sarcastic, and hopeless love cartoons, anyone who has been in a relationship or is trying to make sense of their love life, will surely get a laugh out of this book.
Are You a Miserable Old Bastard?
Do you have to struggle to see the best in a situation? Does it always seem like it's raining both outside and in? If you're blind to the lighter side of life then you're clearly a grump, but don't despair-you're in good company. We've all reveled in moments of gloom without good reason and wallowed in pools of negativity just for the sake of it, but why not? It's a lot of fun! Are You a Miserable Old Bastard? is an amusing celebration of the grouchiness in life, featuring wittily downbeat sayings from famous grumps including P. J. O'Rourke, Dorothy Parker, Michael Moore, H. L. Mencken, Fran Lebowitz, Winston Churchill, Groucho Marx, and W. C. Fields; pessimistic tales of doom and gloom; advice on ways to spot a naturally grumpy person; fascinating insights into the science of grumpiness; quotations from literary and fictional gloom-mongers.If you're easily irritated by the annoyances of modern-day living, if it's the little things as well as the big things that drive you crazy, Are You a Miserable Old Bastard? is definitely the book for you-a cornucopia of cantankerousness, a miscellany of moodiness, an appreciation of all things curmudgeonly.
Sleepy Time Theater
Sleepy Time TheaterBy: Jeff J Baker Filled with philosophical, idiotically profound, and though-provoking takes on society, Jeff J Baker's collection of quips and one-liners are full of humor while also sparking interesting discussions on today's world. Baker reflects on issues of aging, adulthood, technological advances, and family dynamics using humor and blatant honesty about the world in which we live. About the AuthorJeff J Baker has previous military service experience, and his hobbies include theoretical physics and chess. He currently resides in Colorado.
You Don't Say
Hodgepodge is a real word. Yet it still doesn't seem dignified enough to belong in a dictionary. However, this book is a hodgepodge of nonfiction, fiction, poetry, humor, horror and a few things you wouldn't expect. The pieces are excerpted from Steve Theme's life and were written between 1979 and 2022. They were never intended as an anthology, yet here they are. Some stories have been previously published nationally, while others are seeing their first light of day.You really should read this book. You'll come away with a wider appreciation for humanity, be more available to others, and smell better.
My View from the Porch
Every morning I start my day on the front porch with my cup of coffee and my German Shepherd, Mattie. I spend my time in prayer, reflection, and sometimes just remembering. I've been unable to acquire a friend to share this time and old stories with me, so lucky you, I've decided to share some thoughts and stories with you. I am hopeful that reading this book will cause you to reflect, laugh and remember past times and pleasant memories as we share "My View From The Porch."
A Tryst with PARIS
At 18, Maret's life turned into a nightmare there was no waking up from. Suddenly a single teenaged mother with no education, the only way she can get through each day is to dream of one day living in Paris. This "impossible dream" propels her toward a beautiful future and away from her life of poverty and fear. Decades later, her children grown, her business successful, she packs her bags, and moves to Paris. Following in Hemingway's footsteps, she screws up her courage and starts a new life as a writer. Despite having all her notes and feeling ready to write a book about famous dead feminists haunting an apartment in Paris, she realizes she can't make the book come alive. Defeated, she seeks distraction and tries online dating. That's when Paris "throws a book" at her. Maret takes us with her as she dates an eccentric Count, a "stallion" who once worked at a sex club, and a German novelist who, she discovers, has an unfortunate passion. Exposing the underbelly as well as the glamor and beauty of the City of Lights, A Tryst with Paris takes us places most of us can't even imagine. Along the way we discover that dreams really can come true but rarely in the form we had envisioned.
Teaching
Fourteen years in teaching and I still find myself sitting back at times and reaffirming to myself that yes, that did just happen.Who is this book for? First, it's for anyone considering or about to start teaching. I applaud you! I hope you can learn a thing or two from my trials and tribulations. Second, it's for anyone who has already been teaching for a while. If this is the case, I have one thing to say: You are a star! Sometimes we just need to sit back, have a good laugh, and remind ourselves that these crazy things really did (and continue to) happen! Finally, it's for anyone outside of the teaching realm who wonders what actually goes on in the day-to-day life of a teacher. Let me tell you, though, these stories are only the tip of the iceberg. They have nowhere near done the profession justice.
When Hate Took Over
Editorial cartoonist Paul Jamiol's fourth book of political cartoons represents his take on the world and on those in that world who should be scrutinized a little closer for their words and deeds. Upheaval, divisiveness, and a new Administration were hallmarks of the years 2017-2019 in which Americans were affected profoundly. This book is Jamiol's recording of that period in a selection of 150 cartoons. Jamiol's pursuit of honesty is relentless. "We need to care about our fellow Americans, not denigrate them or beat them down, and if that's happening, we need to bring it out into the light."Like all his books, this collection strives to be a truthful recording of the rising tide of spin from the White House occupant, his ilk, and the Right-wing media revisionists who want to "slide things past" the American people. These falsehoods come in waves that never seems to stop. They try to penetrate the American consciousness, hoping lies will be accepted as the truth. Hopefully this book of cartoons will turn the tide and hold some waves back so Jamiol's non-revisionist telling of events might also be heard.This book won't change your perception of the world. It will only show you how Jamiol perceives the world. Whether you agree with his handling of an issue, you will be captivated by his creativity, poignancy, toughness, and honesty. It targets readers interested in politics, issues, a cartoonist's take on the world, or are just curious about our changing political landscape. Visual commentary can highlight an issue more clearly than the written word.
Dominic Holland Takes on Life Vol.2
Essential reading for anyone who wants to feel happier. A self-help book with laughs and finally, one which readers will finish.This is a bold claim, but Holland has a good track record in making people laugh. He has an equal pedigree in making errors and since our most valuable life lessons herald from our mistakes, he is a man with much wisdom to share.31 easy-to-read essays on his life and yours, although his life is not so normal. At the very least, it is unusual. He has more children than is probably sensible and his family life creates somewhat unique circumstances. Meanwhile, trouble seems to find him. He has a knack for getting things wrong and an unerring ability to find awkwardness in almost any situation. In this volume, he fearlessly relives his childhood blighted by a disease that might have killed him (if he'd had it). A sales career derailed by an errant bowel movement and a comedy career blown off course by a leg of lamb. A vast array of mishaps and incidents providing fertile pickings for the second volume of this life changing series of books.In these febrile times, this is a book that everyone needs. A book shining a light on the wonder of the human spirit and a book with the power to heal.These essays will make you smile, possibly laugh, and frequently think. But most importantly, they will make you realise that your life could be worse. Much worse.And despite his tribulations, Holland continues to strive. Properly old now, he is rapidly balding, becoming ever shorter and is now troubled by his hips. But his vision continues to confound the aging process. His keen eye for the absurd is even more acute and allows him to write a book of such insight and verve.A book written for the smallest room in the house because it has the power to move.In case you have not worked it out already, Holland is highly delusional. A quintessential example of a glass half full type. Holland is aware of this and yet he still fervently believes in every word written above.
Alice and the O's
In this humorous reverse Mary Poppin's story, Alice Smith is in a bind or she never would have answered such a peculiar ad for a nanny. As the only candidate for the job, she ends up taking care of the O's--four children whose outlook on life is considerably different from her own. As the five of them work together to thwart Aunt Ethel's plans and figure out who threw a brick with a threatening note tied to it through the window, Alice and the children learn some valuable lessons.
Laugh Lines
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Laugh Lines
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Masterpieces of American Wit and Humor
Masterpieces of American Wit and Humor, has been acknowledged as a major work throughout human history, and we have taken precautions to assure its preservation by republishing this book in a modern manner for both present and future generations. This book has been completely retyped, revised, and reformatted. The text is readable and clear because these books are not created from scanned copies.
Vulgar Jokes
Having the typical oh-so-boring day? Tired of the humdrum everyday life brings you? Let Jesse Lee Thomas tickle your funny bone. Vulgar Jokes captures hilarity, as it contours clever angles into comedy. Lee gives you different flavors of humor to sample. Relax your mind, sit back, and make room for merriment. You're in for a treat. Laugh to your heart's content. Take it all in. After all, who here does not want a good laugh?
The Book of Catitudes
This hilarious and adorable collection of cats highlights the quirky behaviors of your favorite furry friends. They leave dead animals on your doorstep. They intentionally knock everything off of your countertops. They leave scratch marks on your nice furniture and attack your calf muscles. They sleep on your laptop when you're using it. They somehow get hair on every single article of clothing you own, and then some. They are the epitome of sass and poise. But behind that aloof personality and penetrating stare are the wonderful cats we all love. This book chronicles the baffling behavior and ever-changing attitudes of these fuzzy felines with 50 comical photographs and illustrations. From cats who think they're mountain lions to the ones who are plotting to take over the world, the temperaments of these grumpy and (somewhat) affectionate animals will be recognized by cat lovers everywhere. Whether you have a cat who is capable of incredible feats of acrobatics, or one who makes a habit of crashing straight into walls (or one who does both just a few minutes apart), this book captures the secret inner workings of your cat's brain. Purr-fect for crazy cat parents and anyone else who is owned by a cat, these lovable, playful, ridiculous, and slightly unhinged cats will have all readers laughing.
The Brick of Dad Puns
Did you hear about the two radios that got married? The reception was fantastic. This cheesy-but-grate book is jam-packed with unbearable puns that are so bad, they're good.This collection features over 200 jokes-all puns intended! These are jokes you'll love to hate. From the good to the bad and the ugly, these clever one-liners and witticisms will have readers of all ages laughing--and groaning. This book is perfect for punsters and dad joke aficionados who enjoy cringe-worthy jokes, or you can gift it to that long-suffering friend or family member as pun-ishment! Including: Did you hear about the restaurant on the Moon? Great food, but no atmosphere.Did you hear the joke about paper? It's tear-able.When does a joke become a dad joke? When it's fully groan.And many more! Build your fatherly humor with the brick-ass jokes in The Brick of Puns.
Crunchy and Good with Ketchup
Take your tabletop game to the next level with this collection of puns, jokes, and one-liners. I took my weapon to a wedding. It was my +1.The best place to hit a Cleric is right in the temple.A monk's favorite drink is punch.Also included is an extensive list of Vicious Mockery lines for your bard to taunt your opponents.Open up Crunchy and Good with Ketchup and watch your friends groan as you zing them with pithy humor and scathing one-liners. Keep a running tally of sighs and head shakes from the Dungeon Master. Be the life of the party at your next session (other than hit points, because they're always the life of the party).
How Do I Un-Remember This?
Instant New York Times BestsellerFrom the host of Everything Iconic with Danny Pellegrino comes a collection of stories you'll be glad didn't happen to you.Think of the most embarrassing thing that's ever happened to you. Was it the time your high school cheer squad taunted you in front of the entire town? Was it the time your best friend's mom caught you streaking in all your naked, self-conscious glory? What about the time you accidentally threw a tooth at your dry cleaner or took an urn into Kohl's for some holiday shopping?For Danny Pellegrino, the answer is all of the above.Growing up as a closeted gay kid in small-town Ohio wasn't easy, and Danny has the stories to prove it. But coming of age in the 90s still meant something magical to Danny. The music, film, and celebrity moments of his youth were truly iconic, and his love for all things pop culture connected him to a world larger than the one he knew in the suburban Midwest. And through all the pains of growing up, Danny could always look to that world for hope--whether that meant bingeing The Nanny until he had the confidence of Fran Fine, belting out Brandy songs until his heartaches were healed, or watching semi-clothed Ryan Phillippe scenes until his cheeks burned from blushing.With refreshing honesty and jaw-dropping absurdity, Danny invites readers to experience his most formative moments in life--from his hometown in Ohio to his hit podcast and career in entertainment today. How Do I Un-Remember This? is an unfiltered and all-too-relatable glimpse into Danny's life and the heartfelt and hilarious moments that shaped it. Although he wouldn't change them for the world, these stories are--unfortunately--true.
The Other Side of the Kneeler
Dr. David Paine was the proud father of six and an in-house psychiatrist for a fine wine importer based in North Texas. His life changed forever with the divorce of his schoolyard sweetheart. He begins a normal day with a simple plan to do nagging household fix-ups and enjoy a friendly game of golf. Unwelcome surprises change that plan and land him in his friend's funeral home along with his former teacher from "Our Lady of the Bad Haircut" Elementary School. Together they share three final days of earthly awareness navigating the unknowns of being dead while preparing their souls for something more. David's words breathe life into the first person narrative comedy. He shares his unique perspective on these dual tragedies while negotiating the escalating fallout linked to two of life's most shocking events. Throughout the ordeal he remains eternally thankful for the divine preservation of his offbeat sense of humor.
Nobody Wants Your Sh*t
Free yourself and your family from the f*cking clutter before you croak! Inspired by The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning, Nobody Wants Your Sh*t will light a fire under your untidy ass with humor and helpful organizing tips that you'll actually want to use. Like a delightfully foul-mouthed best friend, this book dishes out the funny, unpretentious advice you need to hear most. You'll discover how to deal with your sh*t like there's no tomorrow, live in the moment without the f*cking mess, and make your life and your eventual death a hell of a lot easier. With this witty guide, you'll learn how to: ditch the d*mn indecisionget your sh*t together and feel fantasticgive your busy family a f*cking breakand more! Whether you're getting ready to move in, move on, or just move your ass, Nobody Wants Your Sh*t will help you take control of your f*cking life.
All About Spoonerisms
During my many years of traveling all around This Great America, I would rent a car to visit potential building sites, meeting with all the relevant necessary parties needed for a potential business location and doing so see interesting signage. My job often allowed me a travelling companion either from the company or a local form the area to show me around the town. We would laugh as I read signs all using "Spoonerisms". This became a hobby that made the drives more enjoyably spent laughing. I wrote sign messages on scraps of paper collecting them in my travel case. Adding year after year to my Spoonerism collection. This is a small book to carry in the glove box, etc, for the family to read and laugh during a car, train, or plane trip. This has been my dream.
Laugh Lines
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Greenberg's Cure
The second installment in the Murder by Colors trilogy of stories. Dr. Charles Greenberg has discovered the cure for idiocy. However during a public presentation of his findings, things go wrong. Will the guests discover that he himself was an idiot, or will they uncover a murder?
The Idle Thoughts of an Idle Fellow
The Idle Thoughts of an Idle Fellow is made up of 14 individual essays: In the first chapter, "On being idle", the narrator discusses how being idle has been his most distinguishing quality in his works. He claims that a man needs continually be active in order to experience the pleasures of idleness to the fullest. In his dream, the narrator imagines a time when it will be appropriate to stay in bed until noon and read two books. In the second chapter, "On Being In Love", the writer expresses his thoughts on how men seem to fall in love only once in their lifetime. He compares love with a fire that warms those gathered around it and warns people not to expect too much from love. The writer also advises women to be fair both in appearance and soul. The other chapters of the book include: On Being In The Blues. On Being Hard Up. On Vanity And Vanities. On Getting On In The World. On The Weather. On Cats And Dogs. On Being Shy. On Babi...
The Journal of Agent Gina Ginger Knickers, Phase One
Gina Ginger Knickers is a secret agent of Planet Cat, sent to Earth on a mission to bring joy and laughter to all hoomins, as well as to spy on them, of course. This is the first volume of a collection of her daily reports to Planet Cat. In this journal, Gina introduces her extensive feline and hoomin family, explains the meaning of her name, reports on her quest for Bacon, and documents her conquest of Castle Deane on the Kapiti Coast of New Zealand.
The Real-Life Mystery of Shakespeare's Lost Years
The Real-Life Mystery of William Shakespeare starts out in the year 1588 and moves forward and backward as it tries to solve the mystery of Shakespeare's whereabouts. It is thoroughly enjoyable, incredibly informative, and a well-researched book about William Shakespeare's lost years. If you thought you knew everything there is to know about Shakespeare, then you will enjoy this book. It is full of fresh thoughts and creative ideas. For example, why does the book start off in the year 1588? What happened then that was so critical to knowing about Shakespeare? You will find out. The summaries at the end of each chapter are incredibly helpful, and I can see students working on projects finding them to be very useful. The humor present throughout the work makes it a really enjoyable read. Why Another Book on Shakespeare? Isn't He a Bit Over-rated?Sometimes you will hear students say, "Shakespeare is overrated" or "Why can't the words be put into modern English?" Yet, most likely, students have also heard about the Italian renaissance. They might know Leonardo da Vinci, Galileo, Michelangelo, Titian, and Raphael. They were all part of the Italian Renaissance that happened in Europe between the years 1300 and 1600. The word "renaissance" means "rebirth" so between the years 1300 to 1600 a new way of thinking about the world replaced the old one. Question: why wasn't anyone from England a part of the renaissance? Answer: One Englishman actually DID travel to Italy in the late 1500's. Believe it or not, this man spoke fluent Italian and lived in Italy for over a year. He experienced the Italian renaissance first-hand and even stayed at the house of the painter Titian for two weeks. He wrote at least 13 plays that take place in Italy and changed the vocabulary of English with many Italian words. For example, he changed the Italian word "bandito" into the English "bandit".And when you listen to the old English in Shakespeare's plays, it all seems authentic. The words of his characters ring true. Watching Shakespeare's plays you can almost imagine what it must have been like to have lived in Italy during the time of the Renaissance. For this reason, knowing more about the "real" William Shakespeare and where he went during his "lost" years is important. But for over 400 years, his whereabouts have remained a mystery -- that is, until now!
Houseplants and Their Fucked-Up Thoughts
Discover the cheeky musings of your houseplants in this quirky little gift book--a delightful treat for plant enthusiasts who've ever felt those leafy side-eyes from their green companions. Have you ever wondered if your houseplants are silently judging you? Maybe you think you and your foliated friends are happily cohabitating. Maybe you bought them on a whim and hardly think about them at all. Maybe things are a bit more complicated. Is it possible that your plants have inner lives that run deeper than their roots? That your fiddle-leaf fig finds you pathetic? That your majesty palm is deeply disdainful? Or that your philodendron has been eyeing your man? Just because your plants can't speak doesn't mean they don't have a lot to say. Proceed with caution. Once you peek into the tangled minds of these dirt-loving deviants, you might never feel at home with your houseplants again.
How to Use Humour in Business and Life
Humour is a set of skills that can be learned and applied. These I call 'Ha Ha Skills.'Skill One: Humour Attitude is a practiced perception.Skill Two: Humour Action is a prepared ability.Both skills are as important to your success and happiness as your IQ or EQ because they control how people respond to what you do and say.Ha Ha Skills for the new age of business and life, the fun and profit age. In this new age of creativity and knowledge, humour is a major personal and professional asset. Don't take a step without it!
The Real Guide to Construction
This book is the Real Guide to Construction, what it's really like working in construction. The highs, the lows, and the people to avoid. How you life your life outside construction can have repercussions on how much money you earn and how far your career goes.This book will not bore you or overload you with too much information. Hopefully, you will find this book engaging and easy to read.This is the only construction book you will ever need! This book is a completely different take on your conventional construction book. This book won't overwhelm you with safety information and send you asleep. This book is to hopefully help you realise were your going wrong, were you could go wrong and the type of people to avoid. The biggest secret to getting ahead in construction is drinking less and working hard. Have fun with this book, recommend it to a mate and try to spot a potential character named in the book, on site. This book is short and to the point because life easier when you don't complicate things, there's always a simple solution to everything.Highlight parts of this book that you feel like you can learn from most and make notes. If your ever feeling overwhelmed, need advice or feeling down feel free to message me on Instagram. @therealguide18
Walt Disney's Donald Duck: Donald's Happiest Adventures
When Donald grouses that money will never buy Uncle Scrooge happiness, Scrooge snaps -- and sets Donald on a treasure hunt for happiness itself. A terrible task for an unlucky Duck... or is it? With help from Professor Ludwig Von Drake, deep in the cranky kingdom of Brutopia -- the impossible may be possible!Presented as a "lost" 1960s Disney story -- complete with retro-style color -- Donald's Happiest Adventures bristles with wit in the Carl Barks tradition... and bustles with the whole Disney comics cast, including friends and rivals Gladstone Gander, Mickey Mouse, and Pegleg Pete!
Hybrid Animals
What if a cat could fly like a bird? Or if a dog lived in the ocean? Written and illustrated by Julia Gomelsky, Hybrid Animals is a collection of special animals that have unique characteristics, behaviors and habitats that will be sure to make you smile and even learn a thing or two about these rare blends.
Rage Journal
The perfect book for a hot head, road rager or those working in customer service. Vent and rant about idiots, let out all your frustrations for BMW and Audi drivers, and vent after a hard day dealing with the fools that roam freely amongst us. With tips on remaining calm, opportunities to rate idiots you have to deal with and pages to rip out burn. This rage book is the perfect gift for someone you know needs to calm down a bit, or yourself.
