Mr. Boddington's Etiquette


Book Description

A witty and eloquent guide to traditional etiquette in modern society, from correspondence and gifts to table manners and life about town. My dears, navigating social situations in the modern world can be so complicated! But you needn’t fuss. Mr. Boddington provides impeccable etiquette advice on the proper way to comport oneself on any occasion. Inside, please find all the dos and don’ts for: How to word a wedding invitation When and how to write a thank-you card Whom to tip (and how much) How to thank the hostess of a dinner party And much more! From daily niceties to the hard-to-remember rules of polite society, Mr. Boddington provides all the answers with his signature wit and charm.




Pick a Pine Tree


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A magical new edition of the festive story, with a full page pop-up tree perfect for gifting at Christmas time. This midi edition of Patricia Toht and Jarvis’s irresistible Christmas gift book all begins with . . . picking a pine tree! After getting the tree home, it’s time for the rituals of decorating—digging out boxes jam-packed with ornaments and tree trimmings, stringing tinsel, and, at long last, turning on those twinkling lights. Joyously drawn and rhythmically written, this celebration of family, friends, and the holiday season is as merry as the tradition it depicts.




Big-Time Shakespeare


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Bristol debates Shakespeare's cultural success and widespread notoriety, his achievement of contemporary celebrity and argues that Shakespeare's plays represent the pathos of our civilization with extraordinary force and clarity.




12 Days of Christmas


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"Celebrate the magic of Christmas time with this well-loved traditional poem, The Twelve Days of Christmas, beautifully illustrated by Laura Hawthorne."--Provided by publisher.




Nightmare Before Christmas 13 Days of Christmas


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What happens when two holidays collide? Thirteen days of frighteningly festive fun! Count down the days to see Jack, Sally, and their Halloween Town friends put a spooky spin on Christmas traditions! Jack Skellington is here from Halloween Town. You'll notice his handiwork scattered around. This year, he's decided to play Sandy Claws. But when Halloween creates Christmas . . . you might see a few flaws. From the minds of Tim Burton, Disney Imagineers, and acclaimed artist Jerrod Maruyama comes a picture book celebrating the classic animated film and the Disneyland ride it inspired. Renowned Imagineers Steven Davison and Carolyn Gardner's text turns turtle doves and French hens into floating candles and true-love potions, accompanied by beloved Burton characters painted in a new art style that will appeal to fans of all ages. Adorably spooky and frightfully festive, this tale will get fans of all ages into the holiday spirit!




Tallulah's Nutcracker


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Just in time for Christmas, Tallulah is about to get her fondest wish--a starring role in a real production of The Nutcracker!




We're Going on an Elf Chase


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Join the fun and games as the bunnies set off on a jolly lift-the-flap elf chase through a winter wonderland. There are lots of elves to catch but make sure you get to bed for the BIG SURPRISE.




The Twelve Days of Christmas


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On each of the twelve days of Christmas, more and more gifts arrive from the recipient's true love.




Pop-up Night Before Christmas


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An adaptation of the poem by Clement Clark Moore, with pop-up pages and movable pull-tabs.




Windy B The Christmas Lights


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When Fred Roll, Windy B's favourite baker, opened his shop door early one December morning, a gust of wind blew in an invitation to take part in the annual Christmas lights competition. Just like his dear dad many years before, it was something that Fred could just not resist. For Fred, his wife, Heidi, and everybody living in the amazing Bumble Bay, this particular Christmas would be the one that they would never ever forget!