"A collection of wide-ranging and endearingly personal columns by the celebrated author, newspaper columnist, and Pulitzer Prize winner Rick Bragg, culled from his best-loved pieces in Southern Living and Garden & Gun. From his love of Tupperware ("My Affair with Tupperware") to the decline of country music, from the legacy of Harper Lee to the metamorphosis of the pickup truck, the best way to kill fire ants, the unbridled excess of Fat Tuesday, and why any self-respecting southern man worth his salt should carry a good knife, Where I Come From is an ode to the stories and the history of the Deep South, written with tenderness, wit, and deep affection--a book that will be treasured by fans old and new"--
Thorndike Press Large Print; Large type / Large print edition
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9781432886554
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Library Binding
Greek to Me
By Norris, Mary
The beloved Comma Queen returns with a buoyant and charming book about language, love, and the wine-dark sea.In her New York Times best-selling Between You & Me, Mary Norris delighted readers with her irreverent tales of pencils, punctuation, and punctiliousness over three decades in The New Yorker's celebrated copy department. In Greek to Me, she delivers another wise and witty paean to the art of expressing oneself clearly and convincingly, this time filtered through her greatest passion: all things Greek.From convincing her New Yorker bosses to pay for Ancient Greek studies to traveling the sacred way in search of Persephone, Greek to Me is an unforgettable account of both her lifelong love affair with words and her solo adventures in the land of olive trees and ouzo. Along the way, Norris explains how the alphabet originated in Greece, makes the case for Athena as a feminist icon, and reveals the surprising ways Greek helped form English. Filled with Norris's memorable encounters with Greek words, Greek gods, Greek wine -- and more than a few Greek waiters -- Greek to Me is the Comma Queen's fresh take on Greece and the exotic yet strangely familiar language that so deeply influences our own.
W. W. Norton & Company
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9781324001270
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Hardcover
101 Ways to Live Well
By Joy, Victoria
Feel like life's too busy to find your zen? Think again. Be a calmer, more productive, healthier you, without sacrificing precious hours. Discover the secret wellness hacks you can incorporate into your routine - whether it's a 5-minute focus exercise on your commute, 10 minutes' meditation at lunchtime, or balanced nutrition ideas for your next trip abroad. The mindfulness, meditation, nutrition, yoga and stretching ideas in 101 Ways to Live Well all focus on providing easy, quick, tangible solutions to the stresses and strains of everyday life. That means ditching the generic, one-size-fits-all approach and embracing the targeted, let's-get-this-sorted attitude, with tips from experts in their fields including: Mindfulness exercises to help you sleep A mid-morning snack that will crush your cravings Yoga twists that will stimulate your digestion Why and how to reconnect with friends you've lost touch with This holistic approach promises to help you create space in your life, declutter your brain and become unflappable in the face of whatever life throws your way.
Lonely Planet
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9781786572127
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Print book
Old Louisiana
By Saxon, Lyle
This fascinating volume footnotes much of Louisiana's history, beginning with vignettes of the early French and Spanish settlers and plantation life through the period of slavery and beyond.
Pelican Pub Co Inc
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9780882897059
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Paperback
Louisiana Atlas & Gazetteer
By Delorme,
Wouldn t it be nice to always have exactly the right kind of map, whatever your needs may be? You will, with the uniquely versatile DeLorme Atlas & Gazetteer Series. These topographic atlases cover individual states with the most comprehensive detail available, including back roads, backwater lakes and streams, boat ramps, forests, wetlands, trailheads, campgrounds, public lands, prime hunting and fishing spots, and countless landmarks and points of interest. You ll also find a wealth of information on everything from family outings to wilderness adventures. The Atlas & Gazetteer is ideal for outdoor recreation, business travel, home or office reference, and countless other uses.
DeLorme Publishing; 3rd edition
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9780899332864
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Book
Fodor's Best Road Trips in the USA
By Publications, Fodor's Travel
Fodor's Best Road Trips in the USA travel guide includes: to the top thing to see and do in every state 50 ROAD TRIP ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your time MORE THAN 60 DETAILED MAPS to help you navigate confidently COLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust! HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS FROM LOCALS on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shopping, performing arts, activities, and more TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including when to go, driving there and back, and recommended pit stops along the way HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local people, politics, art, architecture, cuisine, music, geography and more LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gems UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE ON: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming Planning on visiting certain destinations in the United States? Check out Fodor's Alaska, Fodor's Arizona and the Grand Canyon, Fodor's Black Hills of South Dakota, Fodor's California, Fodor's Carolinas and Georgia, Fodor's Chicago, Fodor's Colorado, Fodor's Florida, Fodor's Essential Hawaii, Fodor's InFocus Santa Fe, Fodor's Inside Nashville, Fodor's Las Vegas, Fodor's Montana and Wyoming, Fodor's Complete National Parks, Fodor's National Parks of the West, Fodor's New England, Fodor's New Orleans, Fodor's New York City, Fodor's Pacific Northwest, Fodor's Philadelphia, Fodor's Utah, and Fodor's Washington DC.
ā€ˇFodor's Travel; 1st edition
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9781640974579
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Paperback
How to Speak Italian in 20 Words or Less
By Ermini, Dave
Learn to speak Italian the easy way - in 20 words or less! This book will teach you the 20 essential words that every casual traveler to Italy must know in order to get by. Written in an informative, succinct, and accessible style, How to Speak Italian (in 20 words or Less) , is an essential book for anyone who wants or needs to pick up the Italian language and the proper pronunciation in a hurry. While you will probably not become fluent in the language by reading this book, you also won't be (accidentally) asking your waiter to bring you the cat, or requesting 15 pounds of ground beef from the butcher, either. And isn't that all you really need?
CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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9781479309993
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Paperback
The Forbidden Princess He Craves
By Hall, Lorraine
Will she follow royal command ... or her deepest desires? Dive into the fairy-tale of this The Little Mermaid-inspired romance by Lorraine Hall.. Her duty: a convenient marriage.Her destiny: a dangerously tempting stranger.. Princess Elsebet is duty-bound to marry for her country. But when a mysterious - and gorgeous - man washes up on the castle shores, she's instantly drawn to him. Suddenly, she's considering trading her royal future for one she actually wants ... . Sent to claim Elsebet as his brother's wife, Danil Laurentius certainly didn't expect an accident to leave him stranded with the captivating princess. And as she tends to his injuries, the ever-intensifying attraction between them makes him long for the impossible ... He wants to claim innocent Elsebet for himself!.
Harlequin Presents
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9781335593016
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Hardcover
The Kingdom of Sweets
By Johansen, Erika
Bestselling author of the Queen of the Tearling series, Erika Johansen, journeys to a new kingdom in this brilliant stand-alone novel - a darkly magical take on The Nutcracker where two sisters, cursed from birth, are forever changed one memorable Christmas. . . .. Light and dark - this is the birthright placed upon Natasha and Clara by their godfather, the mysterious sorcerer Drosselmeyer. Clara, the favorite, grows into beauty and ease, while Natasha is cursed to live in her sister's shadow. But Natasha gets her chance at revenge one fateful Christmas Eve when Drosselmeyer brings the Nutcracker, an enchanted present that offers entry into a deceptively beautiful world: the Kingdom of Sweets.. In this land of snow and sugar, Natasha is presented with a power far greater than Drosselmeyer: the Sugar Plum Fairy, who is also full of gifts .
Dutton
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9781524742751
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Hardcover
Fodor's Cuba
By Fodor's,
Gorgeous Spanish colonial architecture, uncrowded white-sand beaches, and an insistent salsa beat await intrepid travelers to the Caribbean's largest island, now on the radar of many Americans thanks to the relaxation of travel restrictions in early 2015. No matter where travelers go, this up-to-date guide helps them discover Cuba's unique culture, whether it's seeing vibrant artwork or sampling the region's best rum and hand-rolled cigars.
Where I Come From
By Bragg, Rick
"A collection of wide-ranging and endearingly personal columns by the celebrated author, newspaper columnist, and Pulitzer Prize winner Rick Bragg, culled from his best-loved pieces in Southern Living and Garden & Gun. From his love of Tupperware ("My Affair with Tupperware") to the decline of country music, from the legacy of Harper Lee to the metamorphosis of the pickup truck, the best way to kill fire ants, the unbridled excess of Fat Tuesday, and why any self-respecting southern man worth his salt should carry a good knife, Where I Come From is an ode to the stories and the history of the Deep South, written with tenderness, wit, and deep affection--a book that will be treasured by fans old and new"--
Greek to Me
By Norris, Mary
The beloved Comma Queen returns with a buoyant and charming book about language, love, and the wine-dark sea.In her New York Times best-selling Between You & Me, Mary Norris delighted readers with her irreverent tales of pencils, punctuation, and punctiliousness over three decades in The New Yorker's celebrated copy department. In Greek to Me, she delivers another wise and witty paean to the art of expressing oneself clearly and convincingly, this time filtered through her greatest passion: all things Greek.From convincing her New Yorker bosses to pay for Ancient Greek studies to traveling the sacred way in search of Persephone, Greek to Me is an unforgettable account of both her lifelong love affair with words and her solo adventures in the land of olive trees and ouzo. Along the way, Norris explains how the alphabet originated in Greece, makes the case for Athena as a feminist icon, and reveals the surprising ways Greek helped form English. Filled with Norris's memorable encounters with Greek words, Greek gods, Greek wine -- and more than a few Greek waiters -- Greek to Me is the Comma Queen's fresh take on Greece and the exotic yet strangely familiar language that so deeply influences our own.
101 Ways to Live Well
By Joy, Victoria
Feel like life's too busy to find your zen? Think again. Be a calmer, more productive, healthier you, without sacrificing precious hours. Discover the secret wellness hacks you can incorporate into your routine - whether it's a 5-minute focus exercise on your commute, 10 minutes' meditation at lunchtime, or balanced nutrition ideas for your next trip abroad. The mindfulness, meditation, nutrition, yoga and stretching ideas in 101 Ways to Live Well all focus on providing easy, quick, tangible solutions to the stresses and strains of everyday life. That means ditching the generic, one-size-fits-all approach and embracing the targeted, let's-get-this-sorted attitude, with tips from experts in their fields including: Mindfulness exercises to help you sleep A mid-morning snack that will crush your cravings Yoga twists that will stimulate your digestion Why and how to reconnect with friends you've lost touch with This holistic approach promises to help you create space in your life, declutter your brain and become unflappable in the face of whatever life throws your way.
Old Louisiana
By Saxon, Lyle
This fascinating volume footnotes much of Louisiana's history, beginning with vignettes of the early French and Spanish settlers and plantation life through the period of slavery and beyond.
Louisiana Atlas & Gazetteer
By Delorme,
Wouldn t it be nice to always have exactly the right kind of map, whatever your needs may be? You will, with the uniquely versatile DeLorme Atlas & Gazetteer Series. These topographic atlases cover individual states with the most comprehensive detail available, including back roads, backwater lakes and streams, boat ramps, forests, wetlands, trailheads, campgrounds, public lands, prime hunting and fishing spots, and countless landmarks and points of interest. You ll also find a wealth of information on everything from family outings to wilderness adventures. The Atlas & Gazetteer is ideal for outdoor recreation, business travel, home or office reference, and countless other uses.
Fodor's Best Road Trips in the USA
By Publications, Fodor's Travel
Fodor's Best Road Trips in the USA travel guide includes: to the top thing to see and do in every state 50 ROAD TRIP ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your time MORE THAN 60 DETAILED MAPS to help you navigate confidently COLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust! HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS FROM LOCALS on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shopping, performing arts, activities, and more TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including when to go, driving there and back, and recommended pit stops along the way HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local people, politics, art, architecture, cuisine, music, geography and more LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gems UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE ON: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming Planning on visiting certain destinations in the United States? Check out Fodor's Alaska, Fodor's Arizona and the Grand Canyon, Fodor's Black Hills of South Dakota, Fodor's California, Fodor's Carolinas and Georgia, Fodor's Chicago, Fodor's Colorado, Fodor's Florida, Fodor's Essential Hawaii, Fodor's InFocus Santa Fe, Fodor's Inside Nashville, Fodor's Las Vegas, Fodor's Montana and Wyoming, Fodor's Complete National Parks, Fodor's National Parks of the West, Fodor's New England, Fodor's New Orleans, Fodor's New York City, Fodor's Pacific Northwest, Fodor's Philadelphia, Fodor's Utah, and Fodor's Washington DC.
How to Speak Italian in 20 Words or Less
By Ermini, Dave
Learn to speak Italian the easy way - in 20 words or less! This book will teach you the 20 essential words that every casual traveler to Italy must know in order to get by. Written in an informative, succinct, and accessible style, How to Speak Italian (in 20 words or Less) , is an essential book for anyone who wants or needs to pick up the Italian language and the proper pronunciation in a hurry. While you will probably not become fluent in the language by reading this book, you also won't be (accidentally) asking your waiter to bring you the cat, or requesting 15 pounds of ground beef from the butcher, either. And isn't that all you really need?
The Forbidden Princess He Craves
By Hall, Lorraine
Will she follow royal command ... or her deepest desires? Dive into the fairy-tale of this The Little Mermaid-inspired romance by Lorraine Hall.. Her duty: a convenient marriage.Her destiny: a dangerously tempting stranger.. Princess Elsebet is duty-bound to marry for her country. But when a mysterious - and gorgeous - man washes up on the castle shores, she's instantly drawn to him. Suddenly, she's considering trading her royal future for one she actually wants ... . Sent to claim Elsebet as his brother's wife, Danil Laurentius certainly didn't expect an accident to leave him stranded with the captivating princess. And as she tends to his injuries, the ever-intensifying attraction between them makes him long for the impossible ... He wants to claim innocent Elsebet for himself!.
The Kingdom of Sweets
By Johansen, Erika
Bestselling author of the Queen of the Tearling series, Erika Johansen, journeys to a new kingdom in this brilliant stand-alone novel - a darkly magical take on The Nutcracker where two sisters, cursed from birth, are forever changed one memorable Christmas. . . .. Light and dark - this is the birthright placed upon Natasha and Clara by their godfather, the mysterious sorcerer Drosselmeyer. Clara, the favorite, grows into beauty and ease, while Natasha is cursed to live in her sister's shadow. But Natasha gets her chance at revenge one fateful Christmas Eve when Drosselmeyer brings the Nutcracker, an enchanted present that offers entry into a deceptively beautiful world: the Kingdom of Sweets.. In this land of snow and sugar, Natasha is presented with a power far greater than Drosselmeyer: the Sugar Plum Fairy, who is also full of gifts .
Fodor's Cuba
By Fodor's,
Gorgeous Spanish colonial architecture, uncrowded white-sand beaches, and an insistent salsa beat await intrepid travelers to the Caribbean's largest island, now on the radar of many Americans thanks to the relaxation of travel restrictions in early 2015. No matter where travelers go, this up-to-date guide helps them discover Cuba's unique culture, whether it's seeing vibrant artwork or sampling the region's best rum and hand-rolled cigars.