Táto austrálska autorka, ktorá väčšinu života strávila v Melbourne, sa preslávila svojimi dielami pre mladších čitateľov, než sa pustila do písania pre dospelých. Jej romány pre dospelých, odohrávajúce sa v historickom prostredí, ako napríklad Malajzia v 30. rokoch 20. storočia alebo Čína a Austrália, sa vyznačujú hlbokým ponorom do kultúrnych a historických súvislostí. Autorka čerpá inšpiráciu z osobných skúseností a dlhoročných návštev Malajzie, čo jej umožňuje vytvárať pútavé príbehy. Predtým, ako sa v roku 1999 stala spisovateľkou na plný úväzok, pôsobila ako učiteľka angličtiny a drámy a ako redaktorka detských časopisov, čím získala cenné skúsenosti pre svoju literárnu tvorbu.
Exploring the evolution of humanity's quest for understanding, this book delves into the intricacies of Reiki and energy healing sessions. It aims to provide clarity on the processes involved and the experiences of individuals during these transformative practices. By shedding light on the significance and impact of Reiki, the text seeks to demystify the healing journey and enhance awareness of its benefits.
Essays, conversations, selected texts, and a rich collection of thought-provoking artworks celebrate a revolution in bio art. Expertly designed by Omnivore and printed on special papers, including chlorophyll cover and crush citrus and crush cocoa pages, the texts and artworks provoke a necessary conversation about our species and its relation to the planet. Are we merely "mammalian weeds," as evolutionary biologist Lynn Margulis put it? Or are we partners in producing and maintaining the biosphere? This work reflects on a recent revolution in bio art that embraces entanglement and symbiosis ("with-living"). Combining documentation of contemporary artworks with texts by leading thinkers, it offers an expansive view of humanity's place on the planet. Color reproductions document works by international artists responding to the revelation that planetary microbes construct and maintain our biosphere. A central essay by coeditor Caroline Jones situates their work within larger discussions around symbiosis; additional essays, an edited roundtable discussion, and selected excerpts follow. Contributors explore the resilient ecological knowledge of indigenous scholars and artists, and "biofiction," a term coined by Jones to describe the work of theoretical biologists and the witty parafictions of artist Anicka Yi. A playful glossary connects scientific terms with cultural ones.
Over 100 Fashion, Decorating and Entertaining Tips to Bring Out Your Inner Holly Golightly
Inspired by the classic 1960s film, this illustrated guide offers a fresh take on the iconic style of Holly Golightly, blending fashion, décor, and entertaining tips. Readers will discover how to infuse their everyday lives with the effortless elegance and charm that define Holly's character. From chic outfits to stylish home décor ideas, the book serves as a source of inspiration for those looking to embrace a glamorous lifestyle reminiscent of the film's timeless appeal.
With 100 clear and simple decluttering tips, this easy guide will help you to tidy your home, mind and life and replace mess and confusion with calm and clarity.
A step-by-step guide to eradicating both physical and psychological clutter from your life.
Eco Tips for Busy People
No more waste! These 100 tips provide insight, practical advice, and a painless approach to joining the zero-waste revolution. Every year, people dump over two billion tons of waste—which does untold damage to the environment, wildlife, and our health. How can we, as individuals, stem this tide of trash? How to Go Waste Free helps you change your habits, so you throw nothing away, replace non-sustainable products with reusable ones, compost or reuse everything, and live a simple, cost-effective, and eco-friendly life. One hundred easy-to-implement, painless tips cover everything from shopping locally, avoiding wastefully packaged takeout, and carrying your own shopping bags to buying LED lightbulbs, ecogifting, and throwing a waste-free wedding. Plus, there’s advice on doing a waste audit so you know where you stand right now!
Featuring her collaborations with Givenchy, and stills from the sets of her most famous Hollywood films, The Little Book of Audrey Hepburn takes the reader on a journey through the actress's career and reveals just how powerfully her image resonates across the globe - even so long after her death.
This essential guide to the Duchess of Cambridge's style celebrates her ladylike, yet youthful fashion flair and gives Kate fans an insider's look at her favorite designers and stores, plus her beauty and grooming tricks--all in one gorgeously illustrated book. More than forty of the Duchess's most iconic outfits--including jewelry, hats, shoes, and bags--are analyzed. From effortless casual clothes to red-carpet eveningwear, this book shows you how Kate's chic, polished, and quintessentially elegant style can work for you. Tip boxes give advice on hair, makeup, accessories, and how to put an outfit together like Kate. A style calendar charts her look from her single days at the University of St. Andrews to her life as a duchess. Includes a shopping directory of Kate's favorite brands and designers!
Vévodkyně Kate se stala jednou z největších ikon módy. Průvodce jejím šatníkem, doplňky, účesy a make-upem ukazuje přirozený půvab a eleganci mladé ženy. Seznámíte se detailně se 40 outfity od sportovních oděvů po velké večerní, jak šel čas od studentských dob přes svatbu až po roli královské manželky. Kniha obsahuje praktické tipy pro každý rozpočet. Poradí, jak vybrat sako stejně dokonalé jako Kateino, nebo jak správně nosit tělové lodičky na podpatku. V knize najdete vše, co potřebujete, abyste držely krok s nejstylovější Britkou současnosti.
‘It’s dog eat dog in this rat race.’ ‘We’ll burn that bridge when we come to it.’ ‘I hope to come first or second, or at least to win it.’ The information superhighway brings more text to our door than ever before. It’s just that most of it gets mangled along the way.Twenty years ago, Harold Scruby’s Manglish became an instant bestseller. This version expands on the consummate mangles of the original, with all-new Scrubyisms and recent classics from the shame files of the Plain English Foundation.Modern Manglish explores the traditional linguistic traps of mixed metaphors and mispronunciation, new words and old clichés, and euphemisms, tautologies, and jargon. It also exposes the latest Manglish in serially offending professions such as politics, business, and the law. When exactly did we all become ‘stakeholders seeking to leverage our paradigmsto achieve best-practice scenarios moving forward’? Alongside these are the newest contenders for the Manglish crown, ranging from sports talk to silly signs, and from food speak to fancy-pants job titles.For your delectation — and perhaps chagrin — here are the worst excesses of Manglish, illustrated by Australia’s premier editorial cartoonist, Alan Moir.
