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Answering life's deeper questions..........2005-06-09
The Imponderables book series by David Feldman is the pinnacle of interesting and useful bathroom reading! Since the beginning of the series, Feldman has been highlighting questions that we didn't even know we had (like exactly why is it that a mile is 5,280 feet? and where is Donald Duck's brother?) then he finds "the experts" on any given subject to answer the question. At the end of each question and answer, you are left with a little better insight into the world around you (and you can go out and impress your friends with an expanded catalog of obscure anecdotes).
These books are fantastic overall. They are one part almanac, one part encyclopedia and one part a book form of the show Mythbusters. Many of the questions Feldman seeks the answers to are sent to him by his many readers who want to know about these little-known facts (like why there are 18 holes in a golf course and why tennis balls are fuzzy). Okay, these may not be the most important questions in the world, but these are the things we take for granted in everyday life that we normally don't take the time to stop and think (why is that little finger on our hands called the pinky?).
Feldman has been answering these questions since the first Imponderables in 1986. He has a masters degree in popular culture from Bowling Green State University in Ohio and taught to first ever college course on Soap Operas. If you enjoy trivia, David Feldman is the man for you. He uncovers the hidden meanings and lost history of sports, food, words, science, politics, and everything in between, often in a humorous and insightful way.
So where did Oreos get their name?
What is the difference between Dead End signs and No Outlet signs?
Why does the letter K mean Strike Out in baseball?
You'll have to read the books to find out.
And how do they get the mint flavoring on toothpicks?.......2001-06-30
And why do we kiss under mistletoe? And why are blueprints blue? I can think of no other book which is brave enough to answer these questions. Fans of the other "Imponderables" books will not be disappointed by this one, as it is similar in nature to the rest of the series. Readers who have never before delved into the realm of Imponderables are also in for a treat. "Why Do Dogs Have Wet Noses?" is light, clever, and just plain funny. However, I must warn you that you may possibly learn something from it. Who would have thought that a book that is basically a series of odd questions and answers could be so thoroughly enjoyable?
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Yellow Dogs, Hushpuppies, and Bluetick Hounds: The Official Encyclopedia of Southern Culture Quiz Book
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After publishing one of the great cat books of all time--All I Need to Know I Learned from My Cat, which propelled both author and cat, Binky, to stardom--Suzy Becker makes a startling confession--she's a dog lover, too. And not just an ordinary dog lover, but a confirmed my-dog's-the-world's-best-dog dog person. My Dog's The World's Best Dog is a valentine to dogs and dog people everywhere, full of whimsy and affection. Page after page captures a knowing moment in the relationship between people and dogs. Wylie, subject of the book, is Every Dog, and why is she the world's best dog? Count the ways: "There's not a mean bone in her body." "She knows when I'm coming-and gives the best greetings, even if I've only been gone for 45 seconds." "My dog loves my cat-which is not to say that the reverse is true. But that doesn't seem to bother her much. Come to think of it, nothing does."
Selection of the Literary Guild. 117,000 copies in print.
Customer Reviews:
NO! My dog is the world's best dog!.......2006-02-09
lol. This book was quite fun to read. =) Suzy becker is very talented at observing the funny things dogs and cats do. I think Suzy's dog may be a retriever, while I have a toy breed, but I could still see my dog's charachteristics in 75% of the book. Very funny expressions on the dog owner and the dog that go well with the text. Overall: cute, fun, funny, and worth buying!
This author knows what she's writing about..........2002-06-14
If you want a quick laugh, if you're wondering if your dog is the only one in the world that does those "strange things", then you need to pick up this book.
Accompanied by humorous cartoons, the text is simplistic but real. Take the cartoon of the dog smiling for example: taking nearly the whole page, we see a front view of a grinning yellow dog that makes us smile in return. Then, we read the text: "She smiles... when she's just about to throw up or sometimes when she's scratching." and we guffaw. It's so true!
I found myself going through this book and saying, hey, that's exactly what my Sasha does! It's good to know that we all have "The World's Best Dog!"
Customer Reviews:
Answering life's deeper questions..........2005-06-09
The Imponderables book series by David Feldman is the pinnacle of interesting and useful bathroom reading! Since the beginning of the series, Feldman has been highlighting questions that we didn't even know we had (like exactly why is it that a mile is 5,280 feet? and where is Donald Duck's brother?) then he finds "the experts" on any given subject to answer the question. At the end of each question and answer, you are left with a little better insight into the world around you (and you can go out and impress your friends with an expanded catalog of obscure anecdotes).
These books are fantastic overall. They are one part almanac, one part encyclopedia and one part a book form of the show Mythbusters. Many of the questions Feldman seeks the answers to are sent to him by his many readers who want to know about these little-known facts (like why there are 18 holes in a golf course and why tennis balls are fuzzy). Okay, these may not be the most important questions in the world, but these are the things we take for granted in everyday life that we normally don't take the time to stop and think (why is that little finger on our hands called the pinky?).
Feldman has been answering these questions since the first Imponderables in 1986. He has a masters degree in popular culture from Bowling Green State University in Ohio and taught to first ever college course on Soap Operas. If you enjoy trivia, David Feldman is the man for you. He uncovers the hidden meanings and lost history of sports, food, words, science, politics, and everything in between, often in a humorous and insightful way.
So where did Oreos get their name?
What is the difference between Dead End signs and No Outlet signs?
Why does the letter K mean Strike Out in baseball?
You'll have to read the books to find out.
Very interesting information!.......2001-08-09
This books provides the reader with answers to questions he might have always wondered about, but didn't know where or who to ask (or even to ask to at all!). David Feldman has written several other books of "Imponderables," which is actually a trademarked name for the types of questions posed in the book.
My favorite questions included What is the purpose of the orange balls on power lines, Why are there no photographs in the Wallstreet Journal, Why do eyes sometimes turn out read in pictures, Why do so few houses in the south have basements, Why is a piece of tissue paper included in wedding invitations, What function does the necktie serve, Why does soap yield white suds. How do kangaroos clean their pouches, Why does the groom carry the bride over the threshold.
This book is a great read. I would especially recommend keeping it in the bathroom, as it is an ideal book to read a page or two at a time.
Down Boy.......2001-05-17
If you want to know the little known of life, this is the book for you. The research is very well done considering this is not curing cancer. It is just a tremendously fun read and one you will want to read in one sitting. It is also the type of book where you can read for a couple of minutes (maybe one topic) and always come back later. I read the book 7 or 8 years ago and just re-read it last night. I was suprised at the things I had forgotten and the few things I remembered. You want fun, get this book!
Customer Reviews:
Answering life's deeper questions..........2005-06-09
The Imponderables book series by David Feldman is the pinnacle of interesting and useful bathroom reading! Since the beginning of the series, Feldman has been highlighting questions that we didn't even know we had (like exactly why is it that a mile is 5,280 feet? and where is Donald Duck's brother?) then he finds "the experts" on any given subject to answer the question. At the end of each question and answer, you are left with a little better insight into the world around you (and you can go out and impress your friends with an expanded catalog of obscure anecdotes).
These books are fantastic overall. They are one part almanac, one part encyclopedia and one part a book form of the show Mythbusters. Many of the questions Feldman seeks the answers to are sent to him by his many readers who want to know about these little-known facts (like why there are 18 holes in a golf course and why tennis balls are fuzzy). Okay, these may not be the most important questions in the world, but these are the things we take for granted in everyday life that we normally don't take the time to stop and think (why is that little finger on our hands called the pinky?).
Feldman has been answering these questions since the first Imponderables in 1986. He has a masters degree in popular culture from Bowling Green State University in Ohio and taught to first ever college course on Soap Operas. If you enjoy trivia, David Feldman is the man for you. He uncovers the hidden meanings and lost history of sports, food, words, science, politics, and everything in between, often in a humorous and insightful way.
So where did Oreos get their name?
What is the difference between Dead End signs and No Outlet signs?
Why does the letter K mean Strike Out in baseball?
You'll have to read the books to find out.
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More than 12 thousand years ago the first dog was domesticated, and dogs have been a favorite pet ever since! This book includes Famous Alabama Dog Tales, A Breed Apart, Obedience School, Doggone Trivia, Hot Dogs, Canine Cuisine and more + bibliography, glossary, appendix and index. Read about dog clubs and shows in Alabama, the ten most popular dog breeds in Alabama, and the rarest and strangest dog breeds anywhere! Which breed has webbed feet, white eyes and loves Cajun food? Which breed was declared a national treasure in Japan? Where did your breed of dog come from? The answers to these questions and many more can be found in this book. Free teacher's guide gives specific suggestions and instructions on how to get max educational value from this book. Put some bite into history! No matter what the subject, you can count on Carole Marsh to cover the history, geography, science, math, literature & many other aspects. That's her trademark - she can charm the smarts into kids - they have fun & learn too!
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More than 12 thousand years ago the first dog was domesticated, and dogs have been a favorite pet ever since! This book includes Famous Georgia Dog Tales, A Breed Apart, Obedience School, Doggone Trivia, Hot Dogs, Canine Cuisine and more + bibliography, glossary, appendix and index. Read about dog clubs and shows in Georgia, the ten most popular dog breeds in Georgia, and the rarest and strangest dog breeds anywhere! Which breed has webbed feet, white eyes and loves Cajun food? Which breed was declared a national treasure in Japan? Where did your breed of dog come from? The answers to these questions and many more can be found in this book. Free teacher's guide gives specific suggestions and instructions on how to get max educational value from this book. Put some bite into history! No matter what the subject, you can count on Carole Marsh to cover the history, geography, science, math, literature & many other aspects. That's her trademark - she can charm the smarts into kids - they have fun & learn too!
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More than 12 thousand years ago the first dog was domesticated, and dogs have been a favorite pet ever since! This book includes Famous Indiana Dog Tales, A Breed Apart, Obedience School, Doggone Trivia, Hot Dogs, Canine Cuisine and more + bibliography, glossary, appendix and index. Read about dog clubs and shows in Indiana, the ten most popular dog breeds in Indiana, and the rarest and strangest dog breeds anywhere! Which breed has webbed feet, white eyes and loves Cajun food? Which breed was declared a national treasure in Japan? Where did your breed of dog come from? The answers to these questions and many more can be found in this book. Free teacher's guide gives specific suggestions and instructions on how to get max educational value from this book. Put some bite into history! No matter what the subject, you can count on Carole Marsh to cover the history, geography, science, math, literature & many other aspects. That's her trademark - she can charm the smarts into kids - they have fun & learn too!
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Start-to-finish guide enables even beginners to create beautiful beadwork designs for many craft uses.
Customer Reviews:
Book needs more color photographs.......2007-07-26
As a person who pieces quilts and does beadwork, I usually see an actual quilt or a piece of beadwork OR a color photograph of an item. After viewing an actual item or a photo and appreciating the colors and the pattern, I then decide if I want to make it. While this book has 50 charts for bead weaving and 21 patterns for applique, there are only four pages of photographs showing a total of about 26 items. I was dissappointed that there wasn't a color photo for every design in the book. People want to see what a finished product will look life before taking the time and effort to make it.
Beadwork Designs.......2005-08-03
This is a great book to use for applique designs. I craft and bead cradleboards and the designs really helped towards my ideas. The designs vary in region which also helps. The designs are large, simple to use and she even numbers them for the specific colors to use if you choose. I am very satifsfied with Stanley-Miller's book.
Great Patterns!.......2000-06-14
While there are 50 charts and 21 patterns for applique, Pamela has only 2 pages that tell you "how to do it." But, the applique patterns alone are worth the price of the book. All Patterns are black and white and color suggestions are given. There are brief descriptions given for loom beading and 2 needle applique.
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Parents have a great need for a book such as this which helps them face the abandonment of their role as their children grow into independent adults.
Customer Reviews:
Untieing the Apron.......2000-10-16
Learning to Let Go touched my heart and helped me loosen my grip on a child that was a God send to our family through adoption. He was five months old when he came into our lives and after years of trying to have and child, adoption procedures, and many emotions, I was determined that nothing was going to take him away, not even growing up. My husband and I had both been only children, there would be no aunts, uncles or cousins and probably no more children. "Over protection" was an understatement. No one could interfeer with the family that had been created. Carol's and Elisa's book made growing up an acceptable reality and continues to help me untie the apron.
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