Lucia and the Loom: Weaving Her Way to Happiness Volume 2

Lucia and the Loom: Weaving Her Way to Happiness Volume 2
Author: Hisaya Amagishi
Publisher: J-Novel Club
Total Pages: 312
Release: 2024-10-10
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
ISBN: 1718381387

It’s been two months since Lucia Fano left her family’s workshop and was appointed the head manager of the Magical Garment Factory, and she’s starting to wonder just how long it’ll be until she’s replaced with someone more experienced. Construction on the new factory building has been completed, and the staff are eager to celebrate their official opening. However, it’s not long before they’re presented with another project courtesy of Lucia’s friend and magical toolmaker Dahlia—the zephyricloth, a fabric enchanted with air magic to produce a refreshing breeze. The clothing applications are endless, and Lucia is determined to do her best in the role she’s been given. With the help of friends, she tackles all the challenges that come her way!

Lucia and the Loom: Weaving Her Way to Happiness Volume 3

Lucia and the Loom: Weaving Her Way to Happiness Volume 3
Author: Hisaya Amagishi
Publisher: J-Novel Club
Total Pages: 23
Release: 2025-02-24
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
ISBN: 1718381409

As the seasons change and the days become cooler, the Magical Garment Factory is as hard at work as ever. With Lucia at the helm, the factory works to develop warm yet breathable toe socks made of baphomet wool. And that’s not all—Dahlia has devised another magical tool to combat the chilly weather and enlists the help of the Tailors’ Guild as well as the factory. Meanwhile, Lucia takes on more personal requests, such as a ball gown for a surprising client that comes with the opportunity to observe a dance for nobles. As Lucia continues to gain recognition, Forto finds that his desire to protect her grows even stronger.

Dahlia in Bloom: Crafting a Fresh Start With Magical Tools Volume 2

Dahlia in Bloom: Crafting a Fresh Start With Magical Tools Volume 2
Author: Hisaya Amagishi
Publisher: J-Novel Club
Total Pages: 298
Release: 2021-12-13
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
ISBN: 171838100X

Having escaped her doomed engagement, Dahlia is relishing her new life of freedom as an independent magical toolmaker. One day, she learns that her friend Volf, a knight from the Order of Beast Hunters, is to be sent out to the marshlands on a mission. But there’s a problem—traversing the marshes soon leaves the knights with soggy boots full of sweat and swamp water. Might a surprising pair of socks hold the solution? Dahlia uses know-how from her previous life to create toe socks with a drying enchantment and insoles imbued with air magic. She presents them to Volf, hoping they might help him and his friends, but nothing can prepare her for what a splash these items will make! Of course, there’s more than socks on Dahlia’s mind—she’s got her hands full crafting a man-made magical sword, an upgraded refrigerator, and more! Meanwhile, word of the young craftswoman’s exploits is spreading throughout the capital... Welcome to the second installment of Dahlia’s artisanal adventures!

Dahlia in Bloom: Crafting a Fresh Start With Magical Tools Volume 1

Dahlia in Bloom: Crafting a Fresh Start With Magical Tools Volume 1
Author: Hisaya Amagishi
Publisher: J-Novel Club
Total Pages: 256
Release: 2021-09-27
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
ISBN: 1718380984

After dying of overwork in Japan, Dahlia is reborn into a world filled with magic. Raised by a master of magical toolmaking, she develops a passion for the craft and becomes engaged to her father’s apprentice. Before her father can see her wed, however, he suddenly passes away. As if this weren’t enough, on the day before their wedding, her fiancé announces that he’s in love—but not with her! Dahlia finally realizes she needs to live for herself. She vows to be her own woman from now on and devote herself to her craft, even if it’s not quite the quiet life she was hoping for! From a chance encounter with a knight to starting her own company, there are challenges aplenty on the horizon. But this young craftswoman is no longer a shrinking violet—she’s Dahlia, and she’s ready to bloom.

The Robe

The Robe
Author: Lloyd Cassel Douglas
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Total Pages: 532
Release: 1999
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 9780395957752

Christ's robe has a strange effect on the pagan soldier who wins it in a dice game after the Crucifixion.

Count Fujiwara's Suffering

Count Fujiwara's Suffering
Author: Mahito Aobe
Publisher: Yen Press
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2019-08-27
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN: 9781975358051

As a cat-that noblest of animals-the Count has high expectations for his human servants. Unfortunately for him, the Fujiwara sisters are about as dysfunctional as it gets! Shizuka is an extreme shut-in whose only contact with the outside world is her livestream. Yumeko, meanwhile, has a rather...extreme love-hate relationship with her big sis. Can Count Fujiwara handle these perplexing creatures, or will his meows fall on deaf ears?

"Those Who Labor for My Happiness"

Author: Lucia C. Stanton
Publisher: University of Virginia Press
Total Pages: 440
Release: 2012-02-02
Genre: History
ISBN: 081393222X

Our perception of life at Monticello has changed dramatically over the past quarter century. The image of an estate presided over by a benevolent Thomas Jefferson has given way to a more complex view of Monticello as a working plantation, the success of which was made possible by the work of slaves. At the center of this transition has been the work of Lucia "Cinder" Stanton, recognized as the leading interpreter of Jefferson’s life as a planter and master and of the lives of his slaves and their descendants. This volume represents the first attempt to pull together Stanton’s most important writings on slavery at Monticello and beyond. Stanton’s pioneering work deepened our understanding of Jefferson without demonizing him. But perhaps even more important is the light her writings have shed on the lives of the slaves at Monticello. Her detailed reconstruction for modern readers of slaves’ lives vividly reveals their active roles in the creation of Monticello and a dynamic community previously unimagined. The essays collected here address a rich variety of topics, from family histories (including the Hemingses) to the temporary slave community at Jefferson’s White House to stories of former slaves’ lives after Monticello. Each piece is characterized by Stanton’s deep knowledge of her subject and by her determination to do justice to both Jefferson and his slaves. Published in association with the Thomas Jefferson Foundation.

Craft in America

Craft in America
Author: Jo Lauria
Publisher: Potter Style
Total Pages: 323
Release: 2007
Genre: Decorative arts
ISBN: 0307346471

Illustrated with 200 stunning photographs and encompassing objects from furniture and ceramics to jewelry and metal, this definitive work from Jo Lauria and Steve Fenton showcases some of the greatest pieces of American crafts of the last two centuries. Potter Craft

Half Sick of Shadows

Half Sick of Shadows
Author: Laura Sebastian
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 449
Release: 2022-06-21
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0593200527

"Laura Sebastian is the next Madeline Miller. . . . a fierce, fresh, lyrical tale that will enthrall until the last page."--Kate Quinn, New York Times bestselling author of The Huntress A Popsugar Best Summer Read of 2021 A Bibliolifestyle Most Anticipated Summer 2021 Sci-fi and Fantasy Book "Magical, haunting, unique--I haven't been so excited about an Arthur book since I read The Once and Future King ."--Tamora Pierce, #1 New York Times bestselling author The Lady of Shalott reclaims her story in this bold feminist reimagining of the Arthurian myth from the New York Times bestselling author of Ash Princess. Everyone knows the legend. Of Arthur, destined to be a king. Of the beautiful Guinevere, who will betray him with his most loyal knight, Lancelot. Of the bitter sorceress, Morgana, who will turn against them all. But Elaine alone carries the burden of knowing what is to come--for Elaine of Shalott is cursed to see the future. On the mystical isle of Avalon, Elaine runs free and learns of the ancient prophecies surrounding her and her friends--countless possibilities, almost all of them tragic. When their future comes to claim them, Elaine, Guinevere, Lancelot, and Morgana accompany Arthur to take his throne in stifling Camelot, where magic is outlawed, the rules of society chain them, and enemies are everywhere. Yet the most dangerous threats may come from within their own circle. As visions are fulfilled and an inevitable fate closes in, Elaine must decide how far she will go to change destiny--and what she is willing to sacrifice along the way.