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Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. What do actress, Helen Mirren, author, Louisa May Alcott and Nobel-Prize winning scientist, Gertrude B. Elion, have in common? They are all fascinating outspoken women whose quotes along with Bette Midler, Coco Chanel, Bette Davis, Gloria Steinem and 250 more grace the pages of this ribald collection. The trouble with some women is that they get all excited about nothing - and then they marry him. -Cher I am a woman meant for a man, but I never found a man who could compete. -Bette Davis You can be up to your boobies in white satin, with gardenias in your hair and no sugar cane for miles, but you can still be working on a plantation. -Billie Holiday I base most of my fashion taste on what doesn't itch. -Gilda Radner This is an outrageous, amusing, and sometime ribald collection of candid observations on a variety of topics. Each page offers wit and wisdom on everything from bras to babies, shopping to sex, menopause to men, politics to parties from the most famous and infamous women of the past and present.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. What do actress, Helen Mirren, author, Louisa May Alcott and Nobel-Prize winning scientist, Gertrude B. Elion, have in common? They are all fascinating outspoken women whose quotes along with Bette Midler, Coco Chanel, Bette Davis, Gloria Steinem and 250 more grace the pages of this ribald collection. The trouble with some women is that they get all excited about nothing - and then they marry him. -Cher I am a woman meant for a man, but I never found a man who could compete. -Bette Davis You can be up to your boobies in white satin, with gardenias in your hair and no sugar cane for miles, but you can still be working on a plantation. -Billie Holiday I base most of my fashion taste on what doesn't itch. -Gilda Radner This is an outrageous, amusing, and sometime ribald collection of candid observations on a variety of topics. Each page offers wit and wisdom on everything from bras to babies, shopping to sex, menopause to men, politics to parties from the most famous and infamous women of the past and present.…

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Hardback. Zustand: Good. Chock-full of jokes and entertaining twists of the tongue, this lighthearted but scholarly guide to humorous language is a sure?re hit with word lovers. The examples are entertainingly bawdy, with a delightful narrative voice in word sleuth and author, Jim Bernhard. He provides examples and puzzles, teaching a smidgen of historical and etymological scholarship, but above all, amusing his audience. Puns from Greek dramatists, Shakespeare, the Bible, George S. Kaufman, and Groucho Marx vie for attention with comical spoonerisms, droll malapropisms, witty anagrams, and humorous palindromes--plus original material by the author--including limericks, clerihews, crossword puzzles, acrostic puzzles, tonguetwisters, and other kinds of word play. Some examples: Why does a match box? Because it sees a tin can. Time ?ies like an arrow. Fruit ?ies like a banana. The pony was unable to talk because he was a little hoarse. Two peanuts went into a bar. One was a salted. The chicken that crossed the road was pure poultry in motion. As the gardener said when asked why he was cutting grass with a pair of scissors: That's all there is; there isn't any mower.…

Hardback. Zustand: Very Good. Chock-full of jokes and entertaining twists of the tongue, this lighthearted but scholarly guide to humorous language is a sure?re hit with word lovers. The examples are entertainingly bawdy, with a delightful narrative voice in word sleuth and author, Jim Bernhard. He provides examples and puzzles, teaching a smidgen of historical and etymological scholarship, but above all, amusing his audience. Puns from Greek dramatists, Shakespeare, the Bible, George S. Kaufman, and Groucho Marx vie for attention with comical spoonerisms, droll malapropisms, witty anagrams, and humorous palindromes--plus original material by the author--including limericks, clerihews, crossword puzzles, acrostic puzzles, tonguetwisters, and other kinds of word play. Some examples: Why does a match box? Because it sees a tin can. Time ?ies like an arrow. Fruit ?ies like a banana. The pony was unable to talk because he was a little hoarse. Two peanuts went into a bar. One was a salted. The chicken that crossed the road was pure poultry in motion. As the gardener said when asked why he was cutting grass with a pair of scissors: That's all there is; there isn't any mower.…

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Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. What do artificial intelligence, liquefaction, Love waves, ohms, and PICNIC have in common? They're the Wild Words of Science Gain insights for life from this unique devotional for you kids who love science, technology, engineering, and mathematics--it's based on the easy-to-understand New Life Version of the Bible.…

Hardback. Zustand: Fair. Find Hope and Solace in Inspirational Poetry from Scotland's Poet Sensation and Sunday Times Bestselling Author "Beautiful and uplifting" --Davina McCall "So inspiring, so heartfelt . the way Donna writes is beyond beautiful." --Lisa Snowdon #1 Best Seller in Love Poetry, Poetry by Women, Emotional Self Help, and British & Irish Poetry Wild Hope is Donna Ashworth's powerful new collection of wisdom to help us find comfort, hope, peace, self-acceptance, and inspiration when we feel worn down, helpless, or sad. Find solace in Ashworth's eloquent verse. Through contemporary poetry, Donna explores the human condition. This inspiring poetry collection brings comfort and guidance, offering a lifeline to those battling anxiety, depression, or merely the strain of a demanding career. Hope exists when nothing else can. Wild Hope helps you find light on the darkest days. Unlock the power of kindness and hope. Ashworth underscores the impact of acts of love and kindness in shaping a better future, reminding readers of the innate goodness of humanity. Through her heartfelt work, you are guided towards emotional healing, enhancing your mental well-being, and fostering an atmosphere of positive thinking. Mental health poetry. Written with love and understanding, Donna reminds us that amidst our daily struggles and constant outpourings of bad news, we have so much to hope for and that every one of us can play a part, big or small, in making the world a better place. In Wild Hope discover:      A reservoir of inspirational poetry Empowering wisdom and practical guidance Strategies to cultivate self-love and self-acceptance The powerful role of acts of kindness and love in creating a better future If you liked books such as Milk and Honey, Healing Words, The Sun and Her Flowers, or Good Grief, you'll love Wild Hope. Also don't miss Donna's other bestselling inspirational poetry works, I Wish I Knew, Loss, Life, and Love.…

Hardback. Zustand: Good. Find Hope and Solace in Inspirational Poetry from Scotland's Poet Sensation and Sunday Times Bestselling Author "Beautiful and uplifting" --Davina McCall "So inspiring, so heartfelt . the way Donna writes is beyond beautiful." --Lisa Snowdon #1 Best Seller in Love Poetry, Poetry by Women, Emotional Self Help, and British & Irish Poetry Wild Hope is Donna Ashworth's powerful new collection of wisdom to help us find comfort, hope, peace, self-acceptance, and inspiration when we feel worn down, helpless, or sad. Find solace in Ashworth's eloquent verse. Through contemporary poetry, Donna explores the human condition. This inspiring poetry collection brings comfort and guidance, offering a lifeline to those battling anxiety, depression, or merely the strain of a demanding career. Hope exists when nothing else can. Wild Hope helps you find light on the darkest days. Unlock the power of kindness and hope. Ashworth underscores the impact of acts of love and kindness in shaping a better future, reminding readers of the innate goodness of humanity. Through her heartfelt work, you are guided towards emotional healing, enhancing your mental well-being, and fostering an atmosphere of positive thinking. Mental health poetry. Written with love and understanding, Donna reminds us that amidst our daily struggles and constant outpourings of bad news, we have so much to hope for and that every one of us can play a part, big or small, in making the world a better place. In Wild Hope discover:      A reservoir of inspirational poetry Empowering wisdom and practical guidance Strategies to cultivate self-love and self-acceptance The powerful role of acts of kindness and love in creating a better future If you liked books such as Milk and Honey, Healing Words, The Sun and Her Flowers, or Good Grief, you'll love Wild Hope. Also don't miss Donna's other bestselling inspirational poetry works, I Wish I Knew, Loss, Life, and Love.…

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Hardback. Zustand: Good. In this simple introduction to seven musical terms, Robert Heidbreder's rhythmic poetry is paired with Dusan Petricic's exuberant illustrations to perfectly convey the terms' meanings. Each term is first featured on a spread beside an image of a conductor animatedly leading his (unseen) orchestra in alignment with the term. Turn the page, and we find a short line of text that provides a succinct physical definition of the term, along with expressive art showcasing the animal orchestra using movement to interpret the description. It's a performance so enticing, readers won't be able to resist joining in. Petricic, Duýan (illustrator).…

Hardback. Zustand: Very Good. In this simple introduction to seven musical terms, Robert Heidbreder's rhythmic poetry is paired with Dusan Petricic's exuberant illustrations to perfectly convey the terms' meanings. Each term is first featured on a spread beside an image of a conductor animatedly leading his (unseen) orchestra in alignment with the term. Turn the page, and we find a short line of text that provides a succinct physical definition of the term, along with expressive art showcasing the animal orchestra using movement to interpret the description. It's a performance so enticing, readers won't be able to resist joining in. Petricic, Duýan (illustrator).…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardback. Zustand: Fair. Praise for Going LongThe voices in Going Long remind us what fun the American Football League was.--Boston HeraldAmerican Football League fans will absolutely love Going Long.--Publishers WeeklyPigskin fans will find many delights in this lively examination of the American Football League told in the words of those who lived it, from team owners, coaches, and players to trainers and fans.--Dallas Morning NewsMiller's saucy oral history vividly recalls the exploits of Namath, Kemp, Alworth, and Stram; such historic events as pro football's longest game, the 'Heidi game'; and the watershed event of Super Bowl I.--USA Today Sports WeeklyThere's a Ken Burns documentary in here somewhere.--Portland OregonianFrom its inauspicious beginnings through its improbable Super Bowl victories and its ultimate demise, the American Football League had a colorful and sometimes bizarre 10-year history that will not soon be forgotten. Now in paperback, Going Long takes you back to that thrilling decade with the men who made the AFL--and who made it great. In this unique oral history, 170 voices come together to tell the unbelievable story of that maverick league.This rollicking tale is filled with legendary names such as Bob Griese, Joe Namath, Lamar Hunt, Jack Kemp, Len Dawson, and more. From the contentious formation of the league to paychecks bouncing as often as footballs to improbable Super Bowl victories, Going Long presents the colorful and sometimes bizarre tale of eight teams and a league that refused to die.…

Hardback. Zustand: Good. Praise for Going LongThe voices in Going Long remind us what fun the American Football League was.--Boston HeraldAmerican Football League fans will absolutely love Going Long.--Publishers WeeklyPigskin fans will find many delights in this lively examination of the American Football League told in the words of those who lived it, from team owners, coaches, and players to trainers and fans.--Dallas Morning NewsMiller's saucy oral history vividly recalls the exploits of Namath, Kemp, Alworth, and Stram; such historic events as pro football's longest game, the 'Heidi game'; and the watershed event of Super Bowl I.--USA Today Sports WeeklyThere's a Ken Burns documentary in here somewhere.--Portland OregonianFrom its inauspicious beginnings through its improbable Super Bowl victories and its ultimate demise, the American Football League had a colorful and sometimes bizarre 10-year history that will not soon be forgotten. Now in paperback, Going Long takes you back to that thrilling decade with the men who made the AFL--and who made it great. In this unique oral history, 170 voices come together to tell the unbelievable story of that maverick league.This rollicking tale is filled with legendary names such as Bob Griese, Joe Namath, Lamar Hunt, Jack Kemp, Len Dawson, and more. From the contentious formation of the league to paychecks bouncing as often as footballs to improbable Super Bowl victories, Going Long presents the colorful and sometimes bizarre tale of eight teams and a league that refused to die.…

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