Combining the insight of Anna Quindlen and the comic storytelling of Garrison Keillor with her own singularly outrageous humor, Marion Winik has captivated thousands of listeners on NPR's All Things C
Probing the local genius as expressed in history and customs, Swenson absorbs the anguish of colonization and dictatorship to reveal ordinary people and events with a sardonic humor, pathos and hope.
Delivered with warmth, clarity, and humor, this brief work is the closest Einstein ever came to writing an autobiography. Although a very personal account, it is concerned solely with the development
These Clandestine Poems, written in the voices of five imaginary poets, deliver their political insights with biting humor, strength and tenderness. They are the poems of a worker and fighter, filled
;Every bit as magical as the Miracles the town is famous for. Stacy Hackney explores faith, family, and community with humor and heart in this lovely debut.' Cindy Baldwin, author of Where the Waterme
A perfectly silly board book tailored to a child’s playful sense of humor. Little ones will love shouting out answers to the obvious questions, and then pulling the sliders to reveal the correct answe
From the beloved author of Comeback Love and Wherever There Is Light, comes “a sweeping tale full of humor and heartbreak” (Karin Tanabe, author of The Diplomat’s Daughter) about the
A spooky, funny, and sometimes gross, book for kids of all ages! This Albatross Funnybooks anthology features works by some of the greats in the field of horror and humor comics! Featring THE DISGUSTI
Dr. Thirteenth is here in a deluxe, limited edition hardcover! A fabulous mashup of the fantastical storytelling of Dr. Who and the whimsical humor of Roger Hargreaves, the book will appeal to fans of
With generosity, humor, and pathos, Anne Lamott takes on the barrage of dislocating changes that shook the Sixties. Leading us through the wake of these changes is Nanny Goodman, a girl living in Mari
“There’s so much to love about this story . . . but what grabbed me the most is the humor.” —Christopher Paul Curtis, winner of the Newbery Medal Award-winning author Susin Nielsen has create
Jokes for Minecrafters: Booby Traps, Bombs, Boo-Boos, and More is the first book in the new Jokes for Minecrafters series, which celebrate the humor in Minecraft from skeleton mobs to zombie pigmen. B
Praise for Harri Nykanen's Nights of Awe:"The clever combination of classic Jewish themes with the traditions of Nordic crime makes for a refreshing tale with wide appeal. And the subtle humor makes i
The author of Feeding the Rat draws on personal journal entries to reflect on his athletic youth, his struggles to grow old with humor and the renewal he experiences through swimming, sex and sleep.
Filled with humor and life-changing advice, the comedienne and co-host of The View reveals how she, with the help of a leading endocrinologist from Columbia University, devised her own diet plan, whic
Writing with the sensuality of Kresley Cole and the same outlandish humor as Lynsay Sands.?New York Times?bestselling author G.A. Aiken brings readers the first book in her hugely popular Dragon Kin s
Filled with humor and life-changing advice, the comedienne and co-host of The View reveals how she, with the help of a leading endocrinologist from Columbia University, devised her own diet plan, whic
Bestselling author, speaker, and success coach Jen Sincero cuts through the din of the self-help genre with her own verbal meat cleaver. Full of blunt humor, sage advice, and the occasional swear word
?The thirteen stories in Birds of Paradise Lost shimmer with humor and pathos as they chronicle the anguish and joy and bravery of America’s newest Americans, the troubled lives of those who fled Viet
The invasion begins! The first stories of an all-new Mars Attacks universe are here, bringing outrageous action and dark humor to the comics page. Eisner-winning writer John Layman (Chew) is joined by
Charlie Brown and the rest of the Peanuts gang bring a unique blend of humor, sentiment, and nostalgia to the holidays, reminding us that that Christmas is a time for togetherness. First published as
In conjunction with an art exhibit presented at the Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art in Vancouver, this book highlights humor in Native American art of the region. The pieces displayed in colo
Conservative critics argue that modern political satire, in the age of The Daily Show, has a liberal bias. A quick review of the humor landscape shows that there are very few conservative political sa
Conservative critics argue that modern political satire, in the age of The Daily Show, has a liberal bias. A quick review of the humor landscape shows that there are very few conservative political sa
"Playing It Straight deftly examines the often subtle and always complex role of humor in the making, exhibition, and patronage of art. In addition to offering a much-needed lesson in the various form
One of them is a bestselling Pulitzer Prize-winning humorist. The other is a winner of the Thurber Prize for American Humor. Together, they form the League of Comic Justice, battling evildoers in th
Gone are the days when nurses wore white starched uniforms and pointed caps, but the modern nurse will still appreciate the funny Nurses: A Year's Dose of Humor 2012 Wall Calendar. Each monthly spread
As an Iranian American poet, Roger Sedarat fuses Western and Eastern traditions to reinvent the classical Persian form of the ghazal. For its humor as well as its spirituality, the poems in this colle
In this unique approach to the man humor category, Robert Dodenhoff helps the inept men of today master the skills that previous generations of men were always so familiar with. How do you negotiate
Combining incredible humor, witty dialogue and quick-paced action, HITMAN: LOCAL HEROES tells the story of Tommy Monaghan, a hit man with super powers and morals. In the third volume of the series, To
Those who read or view the plays of Aristophanes can certainly enjoy the universal humor which makes them so popular. However, the plays are rife with allusions and puns from classical Greece that are
Harry Beckwith is the author of Selling the Invisible, The Invisible Touch, and You, Inc., all marketing classics. In this book he applies his unparalleled insight, humor, and expertise to a new age o
Lord Byron was a legend in his own lifetime and the dominant influence on the Romantic movement. His early fame came in 1812 after the publication of Childe Harold. Relishing humor and irony, daring
Complex, unique, and always appreciated, wine may be the perfect gift. Wine Lovers Gift Tags help make every bottle a special occasion with the wisdom–and humor–of famous wine lovers throughout the ag
New, wicked humor from the author of the bestselling Bunny Suicides books On the heels of his runaway Bunny Suicides books, cartoonist Andy Riley turns his irreverent wit to another group of small c
Inspired with the essence of Mary Hood's native South and spiced with intrigue and the dark side of human nature, this collection of stories offers the drama, humor, and heartache of everyday life and
Claiming that humor in America is a primary cultural weapon, Boskin (Boston U.) surveys and analyzes the multitude of joke cycles that have swept the country during the last 50 years including dumb bl
"The man revealed in these pages seems to embody so much of what Americans claim to admire--self-reliance, honesty, humor, modesty, intelligence--the stuff of heroes."--The New York
Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Linus, and the whole Peanuts gang demonstrate kindness and appreciation through humor and wisdom in this assortment of inspirational comics and quotes.
