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Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Tinder Nightmares is a hilarious look at some of the most epic fails of the often racy, always ridiculous, 'romantic' exchanges on Tinder. The Instagram account of the same name has skyrocketed to popularity for its captivating-and sometimes titillating-ability to capture the real-life conversations between people who are looking to connect with that special someone. Tinder Nightmares is organised by theme, with chapters such as Bad English, Emoji Art, Sneak Attacks, and more. This book explores everything from pickup lines to breakups and all the moments that come in between. It's the perfect gift for anyone who has ever suffered through online dating.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Trashed, Derf Backderf's follow-up graphic novel to his critically acclaimed, award-winning international bestseller My Friend Dahmer, is an ode to perhaps the toughest job of all: garbage collector.'Intriguing, hilarious, and stinky.' -Entertainment WeeklyEvery week we pile our garbage on the curb and it disappears-like magic! The reality is anything but, of course. Anyone who has ever been trapped in a soul-sucking gig will relate to this tale.Trashed follows the raucous escapades of three 20-something friends as they clean the streets of pile after pile of stinking garbage, while battling annoying small-town bureaucrats, bizarre townsfolk, sweltering summer heat, and frigid winter storms.Trashed is fiction, but is inspired by Derf's own experiences as a garbageman. Interspersed are nonfiction pages that detail what our garbage is and where it goes. The answers will stun you. Hop on the garbage truck named Betty and ride along with Derf on a journey into the vast, secret world of garbage. Trashed is a hilarious, stomach-churning tale that will leave you laughing and wincing in disbelief.'A downbeat but entertaining ode to the odiferous realities of getting by.' -Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)Also available by Derf Backderf:- The Dissidents- My Friend Dahmer- Kent State: Four Dead in Ohio.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Renowned as the dean of turning teachers, Richard Raffan brings his unparalleled expertise right to your workshop. Transform your woodworking experience with All New Turning Projects with Richard Raffan, where you'll find accurate, precise, and aesthetically pleasing projects that will leave you with a profound sense of accomplishment. With Raffan as your mentor, your turning skills will flourish, and your workshop will become a hub of creativity.Key Features:- Expert Guidance: Learn from an internationally acclaimed turning teacher whose bestselling works, including Turning Toys, Turning Wood, and The Art of Turned Bowls, have inspired countless artisans. Raffan's approachable instructional style demystifies the complexities of turning, ensuring you can confidently tackle each project. - Comprehensive Project Collection: This book features an array of woodworking projects designed to spark joy and creativity. With clear, step-by-step instructions accompanied by nearly 450 detailed photos and drawings, you'll find yourself crafting everything from elegant candlesticks and stylish lamps to practical kitchen spatulas, condiment shakers, and unique nesting boxes. - Beautiful Results: Each project allows the natural beauty of the wood's grain to shine, adding depth and character to your creations. Whether you're making functional household items or artistic pieces, you'll be delighted by the stunning results. - Skill Building for All Levels: Suitable for novices and experienced turners alike, the projects range from simple to complex, providing an excellent opportunity for skill development. Feel the thrill of mastering new techniques as you progress through the book, all under the expert guidance of Raffan. - Design and Proportion Mastery: With Raffan's insight, you'll not only work faster and more efficiently but also enhance your understanding of design and proportion, elevating your craft to new heights.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - This book accompanies the opening of the V&A's newly redesigned Europe gallery, which features spectacular paintings, sculpture, furniture, and decorative artstextiles, fashion, ceramics, glass, metalwork, prints, and bookscreated by Europe's finest artists and craftsmen of the 17th and 18th centuries for the period's most important tastemakers, among them Louis XIV, Marie Antoinette, and Catherine the Great. Outstanding art and domestic objects are discussed within their original contexts to highlight the rhythms and rituals of life during this period. Lavishly illustrated, the book includes essays explaining the grandeur of court interiorsfor which the larger and more elaborate art objects were madeas well as discussion of more-humble period rooms and intimate interiors.…