Author: Grant Jarrett
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1940716403
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 321
Book Description
Winner of the 2014 International Book Awards in Fiction: Best New Fiction, Ways of Leaving introduces readers to an anti-hero as charming and flawed as Tony Soprano. Following the death of his father, the loss of his job, and the failure of his marriage, Chase Stoller returns home to try to reconstruct his life. But bad habits, like alcoholism, sex addiction, and poor impulse control, make his homecoming as problematic as his screwed-up life. A suicidal depressive, Chase pushes people away with his anger and self-pity. His frustrations spill out in uncontrollable torrents that will have you howling with laughter. Despite his abrasive exterior, you’ll appreciate his honesty and sympathize with his predicaments.
Ways of Leaving
Author: Grant Jarrett
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1940716403
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 321
Book Description
Winner of the 2014 International Book Awards in Fiction: Best New Fiction, Ways of Leaving introduces readers to an anti-hero as charming and flawed as Tony Soprano. Following the death of his father, the loss of his job, and the failure of his marriage, Chase Stoller returns home to try to reconstruct his life. But bad habits, like alcoholism, sex addiction, and poor impulse control, make his homecoming as problematic as his screwed-up life. A suicidal depressive, Chase pushes people away with his anger and self-pity. His frustrations spill out in uncontrollable torrents that will have you howling with laughter. Despite his abrasive exterior, you’ll appreciate his honesty and sympathize with his predicaments.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1940716403
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 321
Book Description
Winner of the 2014 International Book Awards in Fiction: Best New Fiction, Ways of Leaving introduces readers to an anti-hero as charming and flawed as Tony Soprano. Following the death of his father, the loss of his job, and the failure of his marriage, Chase Stoller returns home to try to reconstruct his life. But bad habits, like alcoholism, sex addiction, and poor impulse control, make his homecoming as problematic as his screwed-up life. A suicidal depressive, Chase pushes people away with his anger and self-pity. His frustrations spill out in uncontrollable torrents that will have you howling with laughter. Despite his abrasive exterior, you’ll appreciate his honesty and sympathize with his predicaments.
Does It Fart?
Author: Nick Caruso
Publisher: Hachette UK
ISBN: 1526361892
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
An explosive and hilarious look at facts, farts, and fun! Dogs fart. Cats fart. Horses fart (a lot). But what about snakes? Spiders? Octopuses? What about chimpanzees? Cheetahs? Or dinosaurs? In this gaseous guide to kids' favourite animals (and some they've probably never heard of), young readers will discover not only which animals parp, but also which have the stinkiest farts, which fart the most, and where all this smelly stuff comes from. They'll even learn which species has its own secret fart code! Perfect for reluctant readers, and with full-colour illustrations throughout, Does It Fart? is the funniest book you never knew you needed. Based on the New York Times bestseller Does It Fart?: The Definitive Field Guide to Animal Flatulence.
Publisher: Hachette UK
ISBN: 1526361892
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
An explosive and hilarious look at facts, farts, and fun! Dogs fart. Cats fart. Horses fart (a lot). But what about snakes? Spiders? Octopuses? What about chimpanzees? Cheetahs? Or dinosaurs? In this gaseous guide to kids' favourite animals (and some they've probably never heard of), young readers will discover not only which animals parp, but also which have the stinkiest farts, which fart the most, and where all this smelly stuff comes from. They'll even learn which species has its own secret fart code! Perfect for reluctant readers, and with full-colour illustrations throughout, Does It Fart? is the funniest book you never knew you needed. Based on the New York Times bestseller Does It Fart?: The Definitive Field Guide to Animal Flatulence.
Are You What You Eat?
Author: DK
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1465443290
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 97
Book Description
A kids' guide to fun fueling: what foods to eat and why Are You What You Eat? takes you on a fascinating journey of discovery to reveal the amazingly complex machine that is your body and the billions of cells and building blocks it is made of. Packed with surprising facts, quizzes and questions, you will find out about the best fuels to keep in peak condition, and at the same time, explore the positive way that healthy eating affects every aspect of your life and day-to-day activities.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1465443290
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 97
Book Description
A kids' guide to fun fueling: what foods to eat and why Are You What You Eat? takes you on a fascinating journey of discovery to reveal the amazingly complex machine that is your body and the billions of cells and building blocks it is made of. Packed with surprising facts, quizzes and questions, you will find out about the best fuels to keep in peak condition, and at the same time, explore the positive way that healthy eating affects every aspect of your life and day-to-day activities.
The Complete Book of Farts
Author: Alec Bromcie
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 110154757X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 117
Book Description
From the publisher of the bestselling "Gross" series comes our grossest book yet! flat•u•lence (flach-u-lens) n. Female: an embarrassing by-product of digestion Male: an endless source of entertainment, self-expression, and male bonding Since the dawn of time, farting has been with us in all its rich and varied guises. Every nation in the world has developed its own ripe and extensive vocabulary to express the function of farting. Qui a pété? (Who's farted?) the French would ask, while the Chinese have to Fon Pei Ha, the Germans furzen, and the Swedes to fisa. Farting is a universal fascination, and every generation of boys and young men seem to revel in all things farting. For everyone fascinated with farts (and you know who you are!) comes The Complete Book of Farts. Filled with hilarious, real-life experiences and stories (and a lot of nitrogen, oxygen, carbon dioxide, hydrogen, and methane), this is the perfect companion for all those who fart, and those who don't (or won't admit it). Now, in a single volume, readers will discover: history's greatest farters; recipes for fantastic farts; farting etiquette; farting vocabulary for world travelers; funniest farting jokes, limericks, and quips; true farting confessions; and much more! No other book on farting gives us as much information and hilarity as this year's best gift for every boy (of all ages!) in your life. While there might be other farting-book imitators, only The Complete Book of Farts is the ultimate guide to all things gaseous!
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 110154757X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 117
Book Description
From the publisher of the bestselling "Gross" series comes our grossest book yet! flat•u•lence (flach-u-lens) n. Female: an embarrassing by-product of digestion Male: an endless source of entertainment, self-expression, and male bonding Since the dawn of time, farting has been with us in all its rich and varied guises. Every nation in the world has developed its own ripe and extensive vocabulary to express the function of farting. Qui a pété? (Who's farted?) the French would ask, while the Chinese have to Fon Pei Ha, the Germans furzen, and the Swedes to fisa. Farting is a universal fascination, and every generation of boys and young men seem to revel in all things farting. For everyone fascinated with farts (and you know who you are!) comes The Complete Book of Farts. Filled with hilarious, real-life experiences and stories (and a lot of nitrogen, oxygen, carbon dioxide, hydrogen, and methane), this is the perfect companion for all those who fart, and those who don't (or won't admit it). Now, in a single volume, readers will discover: history's greatest farters; recipes for fantastic farts; farting etiquette; farting vocabulary for world travelers; funniest farting jokes, limericks, and quips; true farting confessions; and much more! No other book on farting gives us as much information and hilarity as this year's best gift for every boy (of all ages!) in your life. While there might be other farting-book imitators, only The Complete Book of Farts is the ultimate guide to all things gaseous!
"I fart in your general direction!"
Author: Don H. Corrigan
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN: 1476650284
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 217
Book Description
This exhaustive work on flatulence breaks new wind on every aspect of abdominal gas in popular culture. A definitive taxonomy of farts details the characteristics of each variety, including barking spiders, cheek squeakers and green apple dirties. Philosophical positions on colonic expression are examined, from Confucius, Hume, Voltaire and the existentialists. Chapters cover a wide range of fart-focused stand-up comedy, cinema, children's books, toys and merchandise. The author's postscript describes a lifetime preparing for his subject through fraternity membership and offbeat assignments as a newspaper journalist.
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN: 1476650284
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 217
Book Description
This exhaustive work on flatulence breaks new wind on every aspect of abdominal gas in popular culture. A definitive taxonomy of farts details the characteristics of each variety, including barking spiders, cheek squeakers and green apple dirties. Philosophical positions on colonic expression are examined, from Confucius, Hume, Voltaire and the existentialists. Chapters cover a wide range of fart-focused stand-up comedy, cinema, children's books, toys and merchandise. The author's postscript describes a lifetime preparing for his subject through fraternity membership and offbeat assignments as a newspaper journalist.
The Vegan Bodybuilder's Cookbook
Author: Samantha Shorkey
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1646111060
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 314
Book Description
Plant power for vegan bodybuilders—the essential cookbook When it comes to gaining muscle, protein is king in the nutrient world, but you don't have to be a carnivore to get "swole." Plants contain the nutrients needed to support your bodybuilding efforts. The Vegan Bodybuilder's Cookbook is your comprehensive guide to keep you on track towards shredded success. Learn to complement your training regimen with a plant-based diet featuring 102 delicious recipes, nutritional guidance, and meal plans. With the knowledge presented in this book, you will be on the way to achieving your bodybuilding goals and gaining enormous health benefits. The Vegan Bodybuilder's Cookbook includes: Powerful options—Take your pick from one of the three one-week meal plans, each designed to help you reach the pinnacle of your bodybuilding program. The healthy goods—From shopping lists and dietary information to meal prep advice, this book is jacked with everything you need to succeed in bodybuilding. Facts, facts, facts—Did you know 1 cup of almonds has the same amount of protein as 1 cup of chicken? This book is loaded with important information. If you're looking for a vegan cookbook that supports bodybuilding, look no further than this one.
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1646111060
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 314
Book Description
Plant power for vegan bodybuilders—the essential cookbook When it comes to gaining muscle, protein is king in the nutrient world, but you don't have to be a carnivore to get "swole." Plants contain the nutrients needed to support your bodybuilding efforts. The Vegan Bodybuilder's Cookbook is your comprehensive guide to keep you on track towards shredded success. Learn to complement your training regimen with a plant-based diet featuring 102 delicious recipes, nutritional guidance, and meal plans. With the knowledge presented in this book, you will be on the way to achieving your bodybuilding goals and gaining enormous health benefits. The Vegan Bodybuilder's Cookbook includes: Powerful options—Take your pick from one of the three one-week meal plans, each designed to help you reach the pinnacle of your bodybuilding program. The healthy goods—From shopping lists and dietary information to meal prep advice, this book is jacked with everything you need to succeed in bodybuilding. Facts, facts, facts—Did you know 1 cup of almonds has the same amount of protein as 1 cup of chicken? This book is loaded with important information. If you're looking for a vegan cookbook that supports bodybuilding, look no further than this one.
I Dreamed the Animals: Kaneuketat: The Life of an Innu Hunter
Author:
Publisher: Berghahn Books
ISBN: 9781845458737
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 354
Book Description
This is Kaniuekutat's book. In it, he tells the story of his life and that of Innu culture in the northern parts of Labrador. The pages of this book are filled with the voice of Kaniuekutat giving his account of an Innu hunter's life and the problems and distress that have been caused by sedentarization and village life. Kaniuekutat invites us to see Innu society and culture from the inside, the way he lives it and reflects upon it. He was greatly concerned that young Innu may lose their traditional culture and the skills necessary to make a living as hunters, and wanted to convey a message: the Innu must take care of their language, their culture and their traditions.
Publisher: Berghahn Books
ISBN: 9781845458737
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 354
Book Description
This is Kaniuekutat's book. In it, he tells the story of his life and that of Innu culture in the northern parts of Labrador. The pages of this book are filled with the voice of Kaniuekutat giving his account of an Innu hunter's life and the problems and distress that have been caused by sedentarization and village life. Kaniuekutat invites us to see Innu society and culture from the inside, the way he lives it and reflects upon it. He was greatly concerned that young Innu may lose their traditional culture and the skills necessary to make a living as hunters, and wanted to convey a message: the Innu must take care of their language, their culture and their traditions.
Detox Delish
Author: Jennifer Mac
Publisher: Charisma Media
ISBN: 162998910X
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 212
Book Description
Get clean inside. Live happily outside.
Publisher: Charisma Media
ISBN: 162998910X
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 212
Book Description
Get clean inside. Live happily outside.
Don't Pull That Plug
Author: Terrell L. Clima
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 146911500X
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 255
Book Description
This is an amazing story of a woman whose husband has had a horrific accident. The resultant voyage begins in a situation similar to a Stygian hell; yet her faith transforms the situation, day by day, into a journey of hope and redemption. Terrells courage and love, along with her undying faith in God, allow her and her husband to heal and begin the long journey back to life and love. This account should be read by everyone who has had to deal with trauma, disappointment, and roadblocks in the journey of life. All those who have had to cope with addiction or have a loved one who has been an addict will also find hope and redemption in this wonderful account of overcoming unbeatable odds Patti Weiss, PhD, psychologist specializing in troubled teens Terrell has written a book that takes you from the depths of uncontrollable addiction and a near-death experience to the long road to recovery and the Lord. Anyone that knows a person going through brain-injury recovery must read this book! A story of faith, prayers, and true lovethe love of God! Kim Allgrezza, freelance editor For more information on traumatic brain injuries, please go to http://TBI.com, http://TBINET.org, and http://www.braininjury.com
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 146911500X
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 255
Book Description
This is an amazing story of a woman whose husband has had a horrific accident. The resultant voyage begins in a situation similar to a Stygian hell; yet her faith transforms the situation, day by day, into a journey of hope and redemption. Terrells courage and love, along with her undying faith in God, allow her and her husband to heal and begin the long journey back to life and love. This account should be read by everyone who has had to deal with trauma, disappointment, and roadblocks in the journey of life. All those who have had to cope with addiction or have a loved one who has been an addict will also find hope and redemption in this wonderful account of overcoming unbeatable odds Patti Weiss, PhD, psychologist specializing in troubled teens Terrell has written a book that takes you from the depths of uncontrollable addiction and a near-death experience to the long road to recovery and the Lord. Anyone that knows a person going through brain-injury recovery must read this book! A story of faith, prayers, and true lovethe love of God! Kim Allgrezza, freelance editor For more information on traumatic brain injuries, please go to http://TBI.com, http://TBINET.org, and http://www.braininjury.com
I Dreamed the Animals
Author: Georg Henriksen
Publisher: Berghahn Books
ISBN: 1800730225
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 346
Book Description
This is Kaniuekutat's book. In it, he tells the story of his life and that of Innu culture in the northern parts of Labrador. The pages of this book are filled with the voice of Kaniuekutat giving his account of an Innu hunter's life and the problems and distress that have been caused by sedentarization and village life. Kaniuekutat invites us to see Innu society and culture from the inside, the way he lives it and reflects upon it. He was greatly concerned that young Innu may lose their traditional culture and the skills necessary to make a living as hunters, and wanted to convey a message: the Innu must take care of their language, their culture and their traditions.
Publisher: Berghahn Books
ISBN: 1800730225
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 346
Book Description
This is Kaniuekutat's book. In it, he tells the story of his life and that of Innu culture in the northern parts of Labrador. The pages of this book are filled with the voice of Kaniuekutat giving his account of an Innu hunter's life and the problems and distress that have been caused by sedentarization and village life. Kaniuekutat invites us to see Innu society and culture from the inside, the way he lives it and reflects upon it. He was greatly concerned that young Innu may lose their traditional culture and the skills necessary to make a living as hunters, and wanted to convey a message: the Innu must take care of their language, their culture and their traditions.