Pleasures

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days So often, we exhaust ourselves and the planet in a search for very large pleasures - while all around us lies a wealth of small pleasures, which - if only we paid more attention - could daily bring us solace and joy at little cost and effort. But we need some encouragement to focus our gaze. This is a book to guide us to the best of life's small pleasures: everything from the distinctive delight of holding a child's hand to the enjoyment of disagreeing with someone, to the joy of the evening sky; an intriguing, evocative mix of small pleasures that will heighten our senses and return us to the world with new-found excitement and enthusiasm. Features Summary This is a book to guide us to the best of life's small pleasures: everything from the delight of holding a child's hand to the enjoyment of disagreeing with someone... Author The School of Life Publisher The School of Life Press Release date 20161110 Pages 246 ISBN 0-9935387-3-8 ISBN 13 978-0-9935387-3-5

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 15 working days After her ex-husband dies in a plane crash, Martha Gaver is horrified to learn that the executor of Raymond's estate is Charlie, the conservative, insufferable lawyer who represented Raymond in their bitter divorce. Yet soon after they reenter each other's lives, Martha, Charlie, and their teenage children find they have more in common than they imagined as they struggle to rebuild their lives...and that opposites really do attract. Engaging,, witty, and entertaining, Domestic Pleasures is a touching, piercing tale of love lost, found, and embraced once again. Features Summary After her ex-husband dies in a plane crash, Martha Gaver is horrified to learn that the executor of his estate is Charlie, the conservative, despised lawyer who represented Raymond in their bitter divorce... Author Beth Gutcheon Publisher HarperPerennial Release date 20050503 Pages 368 ISBN 0-06-093476-X ISBN 13 978-0-06-093476-7

Nice Times - A Book of South African Delights and Pleasures By: Henrietta Rose-Innes A first edition hardcover published by Double Storey Books in 2006 Red cover boards with white writing to the spine, binding is tight & strong, light foxing to front end papers, dustjacket is complete, clean & bright Postage within South Africa R30.00 Overseas Customers can contact us for a Postage Quote Abe #

There is an island where writing tools rule, and punish people for the mistreatment they had to endure in the human world. When Sophie and her cat sneak into this secret place, they have no idea of the many adventures that await them. Come along with them to the peculiar island, and live through their perils and pleasures. by Jirina Meixner (Author) Shipping Weight: 5.1 ounces (View shipping rates and policies) Paperback: 62 pages Publisher: Independently published (February 24, 2018) Language: English ISBN-10: 1976898013 ISBN-13: 978-1976898013 Product Dimensions: 6 x 0.2 x 9 inches Shipping Weight: 5.1 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)

Book and wrapper in very good condition - Neat gift message in front -  Illustrated with Photographs - First Edition/First Printing. Robert Morley describes the pleasures of advancing age by musing on the simple enjoyment of breakfast in bed or sitting at table and enthralling a rapt audience with tales of the past, or on the more daring exploits of his comtemporaries in climbing the Matterhorn, to celebrate a seventieth birthday, or Mount Fuji, to celebrate a ninetieth. There is at last time to rest on one's laurels, or search for one's glasses; there is time to read what one likes.   *N.B.*   If you buy more than one book from me you only pay R 6 postage each on the additional books – see what else I have to offer, it might be worth your while.    

532 pages Genre: Mystery Tasmina Perry Guilty Pleasures Saul Hemingway, owner of one of England's oldest and most prestigious companies is dead, but who will inherit his estate? When the estate is bequeathed to long-lost niece Emily, the knives are quietly drawn. The Hemingway's want what is rightfully theirs and one of them will go to any lengths to achieve their goal. Book condition: Very good – minimal signs of wear, corners are a bit bumped. No dog eared pages and no creases on the cover. No missing pages, no writing in the book. Pages on the inside of the book are still in a very good condition. It appears to be unread. Please note: I have 1000's of books available. If you are looking for something specific, please feel free to ask and I will let you know if I have it. I am still busy sorting through them and it might take a while, but they will all be listed in time.     PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT ME REGARDING ANYTHING YOU WANT TO KNOW ABOUT MY ITEMS FOR SALE. I WILL COMBINE ORDERS FOR POSTAGE/COURIER.

Great Food - The Pleasures of the Table - Brillat-Savarin by Brillat-Savarin Publisher:Penguin Books / Year:2011 / Office Use: [100]-025813052017 Type:Paperback Pages:121 Approx. H X W X D (cm): 18 X 11 X 1 ISBN (10): / ISBN (13):9780241950845 Light wear. Chaffing on covers. All text readable. Other: None.  

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This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days LONGLISTED FOR THE CROSS BEST SPORTS AUTOBIOGRAPHY AWARD 2017 10 gold medals don't come easy...First comes the graft. Thousands of hours on the pedals, forever turning left, following that black line round, pushing your body harder than it is designed to go. Then comes the sacrifice. All familiar pleasures stripped away in search of perfection. Then the pain. Muscles burning, stomach churning, an ache in the bones. To pull all of this together to achieve an Olympic gold is impressive; to be part of a couple doing this in the same sport is rare; to do it ten times between you is unprecedented. Laura Trott and Jason Kenny, Britain's most successful female and male Olympians, invite us into their world, on to the boards of the velodrome and down the back straight of British pro cycling to give us the inside track on what it takes to become a champion. This is the story of the races that gripped a nation; one of sprints and pursuits, tactics, mind games, medals and trials; of being so tired you collapse by the side of the track, so out of form you can't finish a practice session; of what goes through the mind of an Olympian as they power towards the finish line; and of how a boy from Bolton and a girl from Cheshunt became the best in the world, while finding in each other the perfect partner. Features Summary Reliving their individual successes at the World, European and Commonwealth Championships and the Olympic performances which cemented their positions at the very top of their sport... Author Laura Trott (Author), Jason Kenny (Author) Publisher Michael O'mara Books Ltd Release date 20161108 Pages 288 ISBN 1-78243-796-7 ISBN 13 978-1-78243-796-3

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 6 - 13 working days Follow the fearless Georgie as she befriends a hungry dragon and shows others not to judge on first appearances in The Extremely Greedy Dragon. The village of Little Chiddling has a big problem. A sleeping dragon, that cannot be woken, is fast asleep on a railway line! The Mayor offers a reward to anyone that can move the dragon off the tracks. Georgie Johnson courageously takes up the task and manages to wake the dragon up by rustling a packet of crisps. The crisps are quickly gobbled up and it's not long before the dragon visits a cricket match, a barbecue and even a wedding! Will the dragon get up to trouble or will he be helpful to the village of Little Chiddling? Part of the QED Storytime series, this beautifully illustrated book introduces young children to the pleasures of reading and sharing stories, and includes supporting notes for parents and teachers. Storytime has recently featured on CBeebies Bedtime Stories. Features Summary Follow the fearless Georgie as she befriends a hungry dragon and shows others not to judge on first appearances in The Extremely Greedy Dragon. Author Jessica Barrah (Author), Keith Robinson (Illustrator), Chris Saunders (Illustrator) Publisher Qed Publishing Release date 20150817 Pages 24 ISBN 1-78493-241-8 ISBN 13 978-1-78493-241-1

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days David Foster Wallace has made an art of taking readers into places no other writer even gets near. In this exuberantly acclaimed collection he combines hilarity and an escalating disquiet in stories that astonish, entertain, and expand our ideas of the pleasures that fiction can afford. Features Summary These eclectic stories explore intensely immediate states of mind with the creative daring that has won Wallace the reputation of being one of the most talented fiction writers of his generation.. Author David Foster Wallace Publisher Little, Brown and Company Release date 20000401 Pages 321 ISBN 0-316-92519-5 ISBN 13 978-0-316-92519-8

(This title is available on demand: expected date of dispatch will be 4-7 working days once ordered) Henry loves living by the sea and helping to look after the lighthouse. But what will happen when the lighthouse keeper goes out? Will Henry and his new friends be able to save the day? Part of the QED Storytime series, this beautifully illustrated book introduces young children to the pleasures of reading and sharing stories, and includes supporting notes for parents and teachers. Format:Paperback Pages:24

  The rich taste and irresistible aroma of espresso has in recent years won adherents from far beyond the realm of the European-style cafes in which it was first introduced to Americans. Weaving together evocative photographs, poems, and literary musings, Sara Slavin and Karl Petzke have created a unique portfolio of images highlighting the potent presence of espresso as a small but essential luxury in everyday life. Including 24 recipes for espresso drinks and simple dishes made with espresso, this beautiful volume offers a romantic, sumptuous paean to the pleasures of coffee in its purest form.

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days 'A beautiful book...the words Sandling unearths are as delightful as the objects he describes.' Daily Mail Mudlarking, searching the Thames foreshore, has a long tradition: mudlarks used to be small boys grubbing a living from scrap. Today's mudlarks unearth relics of the past, from Roman tiles to elegant Georgian pottery. Here are Ted Sandling's most evocative finds, gorgeously photographed. Together they create a mosaic of everyday London life through the centuries, touching on the journeys, pleasures, vices, industries, adornments and comforts of a world city. London in Fragments celebrates the beauty of small things, and makes sense of the intangible connection that found objects give us to the individuals who lost them. Features Summary Objects found on the banks of the Thames tell the stories of Londoners through the centuries. Author Ted Sandling (Author), Iain Sinclair (Foreword by) Publisher Frances Lincoln Publishers Ltd Release date 20160823 Pages 256 ISBN 0-7112-3787-5 ISBN 13 978-0-7112-3787-2

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days From Santiago de Compostela in the north-west to Granada in the south-east via Madrid in the centre, Enchanting Spain reveals the fascinating breadth and depth of this exuberant country. The Moorish Alhambra, Toledo's Jewish quarter, the Roman amphitheatre at Merida and Barcelona's Sagrada Familia, the famously unfinished cathedral, each show a different aspect of Spain's complex history, now intermingled with fabulously contemporary museums and art centres. The major towns sparkle with life, which visitors can sharethrough the vibrant night scene, the delicious food and wine, the flamenco performances and the abundant festivals. The landscape is diverse and dramatic, whether you are discovering the sun-drenched beaches of Andalucia, hiking in the Picos de Europa or taking a trip down the Guadalquivir River.Enchanting Spain is a portrait in words and images of both the familiar and the unexpected pleasures of this vibrant country. Features Summary From Santiago de Compostela in the north-west to Granada in the south-east via Madrid in the centre, Enchanting Spain reveals the fascinating breadth and depth of this exuberant country. Author John MacDonald (Author), Patricia Diaz Pereda (Author) Publisher John Beaufoy Publishing Ltd Release date 20160429 Pages 80 ISBN 1-909612-70-7 ISBN 13 978-1-909612-70-9

In   good condition. (2011)   As one of the most capped Springboks ever, Victor Matfield is a national hero who transcends rugby provincialism and has fans across the world. His rugby exploits and achievements are numerous: he was an instrumental part of the team that won the 2007 Rugby World Cup, he helped win two Tri Nations tournaments for the Boks, he has lifted the Super 14 trophy three times with the Bulls and he has enjoyed Currie Cup glory. In his much-anticipated autobiography, he opens up about his life, from growing up as a shy boy in Pietersburg to moving to Pretoria, where he had to learn the hard way about dealing with the pleasures of life as a talented young rugby player. He talks frankly about his issues with coaches, including his mentor Heyneke Meyer, Pieter de Villiers and former Bok coach Jake White, who once tried to physically attack him. Victor also discusses Kamp Staaldraad, the Bulls’ lack of form in his final season, the controversial refereeing decisions that led to the Boks’ quarter-final departure from the Rugby World Cup in 2011 and his retirement from rugby. This is undoubtedly the one book every rugby fan will want to read.          

Published by Stewart, Tabori & Chang, 1988 Very good hardcover book in very good dustjacket Herb gardening in pots affords all the larger pleasures of gardening in microcosm. DJ is rubbed with a small puncture on back panel. 104 pages, printed on high quality paper. Internally clean and tightly bound.

Self Analysis- L. Ron Hubbard Unlock a stronger, more cofident "you" simply by reliving past Pleasures you've enjoyed. A Proven system that's so easy you won't believe it works - until you try it Publisher: 1982 Binding: Softcover / Number of pages: 254 Condition: Good                                                             I have more books in This Category   I have many books on sale, please check my listings. I am happy to combine and save postage for you.  

The Gentle Art of Domesticity: Stitching, Baking, Nature, Art & the Comforts of Home By Jane Brocket, 2008 Publication Date: 2008 Jane Brocket delights in domesticity. Lively, curious, and creative, she takes inspiration from her surroundings, from art, literature, and nature, and expresses her passion through the gentle arts of needlework, cooking, gardening, and homemaking—and now through her writing. In The Gentle Art of Domesticity Brocket celebrates everything that is, and can be, wonderful about home life.   This gorgeous and unusual book, full of whimsy, warmth, and a wealth of stunning photographs, helps us to see domesticity with new eyes. Whether she’s knitting a tea cozy or baking jam tarts, crocheting a blanket or sewing an apron, Brocket fills her home with beauty, color, and fun. She transforms day-to-day domesticity into a realm of possibilities, both practical and imaginative—and encourages us to do the same in our own lives.   Rather than categorize readers as quilters or embroiderers, bakers or gardeners, Brocket embraces the idea that they may be all of these, and more. The key to practicing any of the domestic arts, she says, is to recognize the value of homemaking, overlooked skills, and ordinary things. This book’s glorious synthesis of style, DIY projects, and philosophical musings inspires us not only to emulate Brocket’s handmade creations but also to share her enjoyment of the simple pleasures of home. •  Hardcover: 288 pages •  Publisher: Stewart, Tabori, & Chang (Sep 2008) •  Language: English •  ISBN-10: 1584797363 •  ISBN-13: 978-1584797364 •  Product Dimensions: 25.1 x 20 x 2.6 cm  

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 13 working days Following the Wild Bees is a delightful foray into the pastime of bee hunting, an exhilarating outdoor activity that used to be practiced widely but which few people know about today. Thomas Seeley, a world authority on honey bees, vividly describes the history and science behind this lost pastime and how anyone can do it. Following the Wild Bees is both a unique meditation on the pleasures of the natural world and a guide to the ingenious methods that compose the craft of the bee hunter. Seeley explains how one finds a patch of flowers humming with honey bees, captures and sumptuously feeds the bees, and then releases and follows them, step-by-step in whatever direction they fly, back to their secret residence in a hollow tree, old building, or abandoned hive. The bee hunter's reward is a thrilling encounter with nature that challenges mind and body while also giving new insights into the remarkable behavior of honey bees living in the wild. Drawing on decades of experience as a bee hunter and bee biologist, Seeley weaves informative discussions of the biology of wild honey bees with colorful historical anecdotes, personal insights, and beautiful photos. Whether you're a bee enthusiast or just curious about the natural world, Following the Wild Bees is the ideal companion for newcomers to bee hunting and a rare treat for armchair naturalists. Features Summary Following the Wild Bees is a delightful foray into the pastime of bee hunting, an exhilarating outdoor activity that used to be practiced widely but which few people know about today... Author Thomas D. Seeley Publisher Princeton University Press Release date 20160521 Pages 184 ISBN 0-691-17026-6 ISBN 13 978-0-691-17026-8

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 8 - 15 working days From the hugely respected journalist Miranda Sawyer, a very modern look at the midlife crisis - delving into the truth, and lies, of the experience and how to survive it, with thoughtfulness, insight and humour.`You wake one day and everything is wrong. It's as though you went out one warm evening - an evening fizzing with delicious potential, so ripe and sticky-sweet you can taste it on the air - for just one drink... and woke up two days later in a skip. Except you're not in a skip, you're in an estate car, on the way to an out-of-town shopping mall to buy a balance bike, a roof rack and some stackable storage boxes.'Miranda Sawyer's midlife crisis began when she was 44. It wasn't a traditional one. She didn't run off with a Pilates teacher, or blow thousands on a trip to find herself. From the outside, all remained the same. Work, kids, marriage, mortgage, blah. Days, weeks and months whizzed past as she struggled with feeling - knowing - that she was over halfway through her life. It seemed only yesterday that she was 29, out and about.Out of Time is not a self-help book. It's an exploration of this sudden crisis, this jolt. It looks at how our tastes, and our bodies, change as we get older. It considers the unexpected new pleasures that the second half of life can offer, from learning to code to taking up running (slowly). Speaking to musicians and artists, friends and colleagues, Miranda asks how they too have confronted midlife, and the lessons, if any, that they've learned along the way. Features Summary From the hugely respected journalist Miranda Sawyer, a very modern look at the midlife crisis - delving into the truth, and lies, of the experience and how to survive it... Author Miranda Sawyer Publisher Fourth Estate Release date 20160630 Pages 272 ISBN 0-00-752107-3 ISBN 13 978-0-00-752107-4

(This title is available on demand: expected date of dispatch will be 4-7 working days once ordered) A beautiful poetry book by June Crebbin exploring the themes of wildlife, the seasons and life's simple pleasures. * Gold/Band 9 fiction offers developing readers literary language and stories with distinctive characters. * Text type: A poetry book * A map of the places the poems explore on pages 22 and 23 provide recapping opportunities. * Curriculum links: Literacy: Shape poetry and calligrams; Science: Plants and animals in the local environment. Format:Paperback Pages:24

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 24 hours The Book of Hope can change your life by helping you discover joy, peace, the power of prayer, and the promise of eternal life. Many people rely on possessions, pleasures, and accomplishments in order to find satisfaction and fulfillment in life. By now you know that these things provide only temporary happiness. The Book of Hope will help you discover true joy that will last a lifetime. Read The Book of Hope and be filled with an exciting new sense of purpose and direction for your life. Features Summary The Book of Hope contains portions of Scripture on topical themes excerpted from the Christian Broadcasting Network's edition of the Bible, The Book, in the New Living Translation.. Author Tyndale House Publishers Publisher Tyndale House Release date 19981101 Pages 56 ISBN 0-8423-3366-5 ISBN 13 978-0-8423-3366-5

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 8 - 15 working days Tiger says he is a cat with simple pleasures. He likes to spend his days wandering about, chatting with friends and having a little snack. And despite the gossip concerning his ferocious appetite, he's a modest creature. It's only at night that his surprising - and heart-warming - hobbies come to light. The Secret Life of a Tiger is a wonderfully funny and irreverent picture book that reminds us that sometimes animals (and people) behave in unexpected ways. Features Summary A funny, warm-hearted picture book featuring a charming tiger with an unexpected secret. Author Przemyslaw Wechterowicz (Illustrator), Emilia Dziubak (Author) Publisher Words + Pictures Pub Release date 20170824 Pages 32 ISBN 1-910277-24-X ISBN 13 978-1-910277-24-9

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days Each year, hundreds of aspiring and experienced actors head to LA hoping to make it big in Hollywood. While many of them have their acting chops in shape, few realize what it actually takes to survive in Tinseltown. Even if they happen to make it onto a set, many are clueless about what¿s expected of them and how they should behave. Acting in LA: How to Become a Working Actor in Hollywood is exactly what these actors need: a handbook to arriving, surviving, and thriving on- and off-set in LA. Written by veteran Hollywood actor, acting coach, and acting teacher Kristina Sexton, this comprehensive guide takes no prisoners. With just enough snark to keep readers entertained¿and on their toes¿Acting in LA delivers solid advice on such topics as: Headshots, resumes, and reels How to find your ¿image¿ and market it The SAG/AFTRA debate Networking Agents and managers The importance of creating your own opportunities Maintaining a life outside of acting Setiquette On-set terminology And much more A comprehensive guide that can be utilized by actors either inside or outside Hollywood, Acting in LA relies on Kristina¿s real-life experience as a working actress and exposes the pleasures, pitfalls, and practicalities of pursuing a career in acting. Features Summary A step-by-step approach to achieving success in Hollywood and beyond! Author Kristina Sexton Publisher Allworth Press,U.S. Release date 20170905 Pages 216 ISBN 1-62153-622-X ISBN 13 978-1-62153-622-2

Softcover. English. Flamingo. 1997. 372pp. Good condition in softcover. A fascinating, revealing book which delves into the very purpose of this most natural and least questioned of pleasures. Manguel studies the progress of writing and reading from the first marks made in the sand to the development of the autocue and computers. (Kirkus UK)