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Whatever You Are, Be a Good One

Lisa Congdon illustrator

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Chronicle Books

Published:1st Apr '14

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Whatever You Are, Be a Good One cover

A collection of 100 quotes beautifully hand-lettered with accompanying artwork

Delightful reminder to get out there and make the most of life: A quote book like no other, Whatever You Are, Be a Good One is a thought-provoking collection that compiles the timeless wisdom of great original minds— from Marie Curie to Stephen King, Joan of Arc to Jack Kerouac, Oscar Wilde to Harriet Tubman—brilliantly hand-lettered by beloved indie artist Lisa Congdon. Readers will find enlightening insights ("Wisdom begins in wonder"— Socrates), stirring calls to action ("Leap and the net will appear"—John Burroughs), and stimulating encouragements ("Be curious, not judgmental"—Walt Whitman) beautifully illuminated on every page.

• Hand-lettered words and graphics perfectly complement the inspirational quote on each page
• Artist and illustrator Lisa Congdon is best known for her hand-lettering, paintings, drawings, and pattern designs

Fans of She Believed She Could, So She Did, and Seuss-isms will love the words to live by within the pages of Whatever You Are, Be a Good One.

Eclectic anthology of 100 quotes (and some poems) will inspire your days for years to come

• Perfect gift for recent graduates, creative thinkers, and anyone looking for a little inspiration
• Great coffee table book to spark conversation and reflection

ISBN: 9781452124834

Dimensions: 185mm x 185mm x 18mm

Weight: 380g

108 pages