Everything is Wonderful

Everything is Wonderful
Author: Sigrid Rausing
Publisher: Grove Press
Total Pages: 246
Release: 2014
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 0802122175

The author reflects on the time she spent living in an Estonian village on the site of a formerly Soviet collective farm and describes the people she met, the economic conditions, and what life was like in the region.

A Wonderful Life

A Wonderful Life
Author: Frank Martela
Publisher: HarperCollins
Total Pages: 172
Release: 2020-04-28
Genre: Self-Help
ISBN: 0062942794

In a series of essays that explore the notion of what brings significance to our existences, clarifying why we have this longing beyond the present moment and an insatiable dissatisfaction with where we are, scholar Frank Martela tackles the subject of finding meaning in life. With beautiful decorative elements and an engaging design, the book approaches its subject in a readily digestible form. It grapples with some of life’s most pressing questions, like "Is happiness a worthy goal?" and "What is the foundation for meaning in a secular society?" and "Is life an existential void?" yet Martela answers these questions and more in a relaxed, conversational tone and with a wry sense of humor, placing some of life’s greatest philosophical concerns and quandaries into a modern-day context. Martela quickly and concisely gets to the heart of the matter: your place in the world and how to find meaning in life as countless thinkers and philosophers have done before, yet the emphasis here is on what we do with the life we have and how we can make it more meaningful. Part prescriptive and part armchair philosophy book, A Wonderful Life is accessible to everyone, from the well-read scholar to the apprentice as well as anyone curious about how to extract the greatest meaning and sense of purpose from their existence.

What If It's Wonderful?

What If It's Wonderful?
Author: Nicole Zasowski
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
Total Pages: 240
Release: 2022-03-08
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0785226494

What if my hope only leads to disappointment? What if I embrace joy only to have it ripped from my hands? What if my celebration is the cause of others' sadness? What if my joy takes me away from the God I knew so well in my pain? Author and marriage and family therapist Nicole Zasowski knows what it's like to take a blow that makes it difficult to look to the future with expectation and ask herself these questions. Yet, as she found the courage to celebrate, she discovered God is as present in our joy as He is in our pain. Yes, God's purpose for us is worked out in our struggles. But what if it is also worked out in our dreams and our delighted joy? In What If it's Wonderful? Nicole helps you: overcome the fears that keep you from looking toward the future with joy; let go of the lies you've believed about happiness and embrace celebration as a part of spiritual growth; approach life with an expectant heart and courage to trust God's good gifts. With a psychological and spiritual case for celebrating, Nicole challenges you to let go of the habit of practicing disappointment and fully embrace joy, beckoning you to ask yourself a new question: What if it's wonderful?

Walter C. Lanyon's It Is Wonderful

Walter C. Lanyon's It Is Wonderful
Author: Walter C. Lanyon
Publisher:
Total Pages: 200
Release:
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Walter Clemow Lanyon was a seeker of mystical truth; an author and orator of New Thought Christianity, also known as Christ Consciousness. Lanyon offered his many followers these interpretations so that one would be able to better interpret, read, and ultimately put into individual practice, the spiritual law/principals of the Presence!

The Essential It's a Wonderful Life

The Essential It's a Wonderful Life
Author: Michael Willian
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2006
Genre: It's a wonderful life (Motion picture)
ISBN: 9781556526367

Even the most ardent fans of It's a Wonderful Life will be surprised and delighted by the insightful discussions of film details, cast anecdotes, curiosities, and gaffes found in this charming guide. Providing a fresh perspective, this companion includes a handy film chronology and an overview of the plot, a complete breakdown of the musical score, a fun and challenging quiz, a DVD bookmarking feature designed to give instant access to favorite scenes and other points of interest, informative historical sidebars, the complete lyrics to "Buffalo Gals," and never-before-seen maps and diagrams of downtown Bedford Falls, downtown Pottersville, the Building and Loan, and 320 Sycamore. In addition, film lovers will learn why George should have spent Christmas Eve in jail, who crashes the Bailey family Christmas Eve gathering, the story behind the sudden demise of Mr. Gower's son, how to make a flaming rum punch, the real-life site of the Bedford Falls High School "swim-gym," and other fascinating trivia related to the classic.

I Think That It Is Wonderful (Sesame Street)

I Think That It Is Wonderful (Sesame Street)
Author: David Korr
Publisher: Golden Books
Total Pages: 26
Release: 2018-01-09
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 152476826X

A classic Sesame Street Little Golden Book celebrating the wonders, curiosities, and beauty of our world! An early Sesame Street Little Golden Book about celebrating the wonders, curiosities, and beauty of our world returns to the line after more than thirty years! First published in 1984, this collection of short, sweet poems celebrates friendship, imagination, curiosity, music, the beauty of the natural world, and more. The poetry is written in the voices of Big Bird, Cookie Monster, Grover, Bert, Ernie, Mr. Snuffleupagus, and others. Girls and boys ages 3 to 7 will read--and find gentle reassurance--about other topics, such as being the new kid, mastering simple skills, and feeling embarrassed. The vibrant art has a nostalgic retro look that depicts the Sesame Street Muppets and Monsters in a way not often seen in later books.

What a Wonderful World

What a Wonderful World
Author: Bob Thiele
Publisher: Henry Holt and Company (BYR)
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2015-02-17
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1627792554

The classic and beloved song is brought to life with bright and colorful illustrations by Tim Hopgood. First recorded in 1967 by Louis Armstrong, and with sales of over one million copies, "What a Wonderful World" has become a poignant message of hope for people everywhere. Sweet and positive in its message, with bright, beautiful art, this book is sure to be a hit. Perfect for sharing!

50 Maps of the World

50 Maps of the World
Author: Ben Handicott
Publisher: 50 States
Total Pages: 114
Release: 2024-05-07
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0711291691

Discover the most awesome places on Earth. 50 Maps of the World is an essential addition to the bookshelf of any young travel lover, map maestro or geography genius. Geography, history and culture spill from the pages of this luxuriously illustrated treasure trove of travel knowledge for 7-to-10-year-olds. Each two-page spread is dedicated to a different country, providing both quick-fire facts and the chance to delve deeper into what makes every nation unique. Natural wonders, bustling metropolises, storied pasts and cultural icons are all presented in expert detail from experienced explorers Ben Handicott and Kalya Ryan, alongside Sol Linero’s eye-popping artwork. Meet our earliest ancestors in Ethiopia, marvel at Machu Picchu in Peru and visit the floating villages of Cambodia in this colourful guide to 50 fascinating countries. It’s a diverse guide that spans from Spain to Singapore, Colombia to Canada, Turkey to Tanzania, and more. Each spread includes dozens of spotlighted locations, a timeline of the nation’s history and introductions to the people who have helped shape it. With the expertise of Ben Handicott (Hello Atlas, Atlas of Adventures: Wonders of the World) and Kalya Ryan, alongside the stunning illustrations of Sol Linero (The 50 States, 50 Cities of the U.S.A.), experience the diversity of our world like never before. 50 Maps of the Worldreimagines what maps for kids can be, providing not just a geographical fact-fest but a vivid insight into the history, culture and wildlife that shape our living world. This is the perfect way for aspiring adventurers to find out more about all the exciting destinations around the world. This is a quirky, dynamic book of atlases that makes a perfect companion for holidays and during trip planning. Originally published in hardback under the title Our Wonderful World (2020). Also in the series: The 50 States, We Are the United States, 50 Cities of the U.S.A., Only in America, and many exciting, fun-filled activity books.

Everything Is Horrible and Wonderful

Everything Is Horrible and Wonderful
Author: Stephanie Wittels Wachs
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
Total Pages: 246
Release: 2018-02-26
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1492664111

In the style of The Recovering, and Educated: A Memoir, Stephanie Wittels Wachs delves into the dark world of loss, grief, and addiction in a heartbreaking but hopeful memoir With a captivating foreward by Aziz Ansari One phone call was all it took to change Stephanie Wittels Wachs's life forever... Her younger brother, Harris, a comedy star known for his work on Parks and Recreation and for introducing the world to the art of the humblebrag, died of a heroin overdose. How do you make sense of such a tragic end to a life full of so much hilarious brilliance? In beautiful, unsentimental, and surprisingly funny prose, Stephanie Wittels Wachs alternates between her brother's struggle with addiction, which she learned about three days before her wedding, and the first year after his death, in all its emotional devastation. This compelling portrait of a comedic genius and a profound exploration of the love between siblings is A Year of Magical Thinking for a new generation of readers. Everything is Horrible and Wonderful will make you laugh, cry, and wonder if that possum on the fence is really your brother's spirit animal. A touching memoir that delves into addiction, grief recovery, and healing after loss, this poignant story ultimately showcases the enduring love we have for those we lose too soon.

The End of Something Wonderful

The End of Something Wonderful
Author: Stephanie V. W. Lucianovic
Publisher: Union Square & Co.
Total Pages: 31
Release: 2020-02-28
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1454941375

With gentle humor and quirkiness, this sympathetic book demonstrates how to say goodbye to a beloved pet and give it a proper sendoff. “[The End of Something Wonderful is] really good. It’s funny and sardonic and it gets to be touching at the end.” —Betsy Bird, School Library Journal Children love their pets very much—and when the animals die, that loss can be hard to process. The End of Something Wonderful helps kids handle their feelings when they’re hurting and can’t find all the right words. In a warm, understanding, sometimes funny way, it guides children as they plan a backyard funeral to say goodbye, from choosing a box and a burial spot to giving a eulogy and wiping away tears. Most of all, it reassures them that it’s not the end of everything . . . and that Something Wonderful can always happen again.