anecdotes

"Ten animals--nine non-human and one human--take the reader on ten journeys, where, in each case, an animal in need of rescue overcomes their issues, and goes on to help people overcome theirs"--Back cover.

"Actor, comedian, and woodworker Nick Offerman (Parks and Recreation character Ron Swanson) runs Offerman Workshop in East L.A., which produces fine handcrafted furniture as well as fun stuff like mustache combs. In this book, Offerman shares his woodworking wisdom, a behind-the-scenes look at the woodshop, instructions for making some of their most popular projects, ... color photos, and a dose of 'woodworking mirth'--"From Entertainment Weekly.

In his 37 years in the military, McRaven saw both the best and worst of humanity and shares stories of the real, everyday heroes who have inspired him.

"An . . . informative look at the pets--from Calvin Coolidge's wallaby to Teddy Roosevelt's flying squirrels--that have passed through the White House gates"--Provided by publisher.

A collection of opinions, stories and signature characters featuring a robot uprising, questionable pizza toppings, and inventions that don't exist, but should.

101 real-life experiences about the joys of sharing life with a dog.

A collection of anecdotes from the childhoods of famous scientists, including Jane Goodall, Albert Einstein, Marie Curie, and Benjamin Franklin.

"Writer and performer on 'Late Night with Seth Meyers' Amber Ruffin writes with her sister Lacey Lamar with humor and heart to share absurd anecdotes about everyday experiences of racism"--Amazon.

From the director of fashion and culture at Refinery29 comes a provocative and intimate collection of personal and cultural essays featuring eye-opening explorations of hot-button topics for modern women, including the uptick in internet feminism versus ongoing impossible beauty standards in media, the battle against anorexia, shifting ideals about sexuality, and much more.

Tells the story of nursing a sick blue jay back to health.