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  • I Dream of Joni

    A Portrait of Joni Mitchell in 53 Snapshots

    by Henry Alford ...
    In this nationally bestselling “delightful compendium of everything you ever wanted to know about” (The Washington Post) Joni Mitchell, the eternal singer-songwriter is seen anew, portrayed through a witty and comprehensive exploration of anecdotes, quotes, lyrics by Henry Alford, “the most graceful of humorists” (Vanity Fair) and a writer for The New Yorker.Joni Mitchell’s life, psyche, and ... Read more

    $24.99 CAD

    Also available as: Audiobook

    Also available as: Audiobook

  • 101 Damnations

    The Humorists' Tour of Personal Hells

    by Henry Alford, Andy Borowitz, Christopher Buckley ...
    Dear flappable reader:Do you bristle at a handshake that resembles a limp fish? Do oblivious pedestrians bring you to the brink? What about museum gift shops, superfluous courtesy (do we need a gas pump to show us gratitude?), behemoth SUVS, or inexplicable operating manuals? Have you had it with screeching leaf blowers, beseeching telemarketers, escalating movie-ticket prices, or proliferating ... Read more

    $15.99 CAD

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    Fifty Shades of Winter

    50 of the best poems about winter

    by William Shakespeare, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Robert Louis Stevenson, Henry Alford, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Louisa Sarah Bevington, Edith Nesbit, Christina Georgina Rossetti, Dollie Radford, George Meredith, Walt Whitman ...
    Narrated by Richard Mitchley, Liza Ross, Ghizela Rowe ...

    Unabridged

    1 hour 6 min

    Nature prepares her final work. She begins to strip her canvas of almost everything leaving only little pockets of colour, leaves and berry to cluster on the bleak structure of the landHer command of colour rises to another understanding. The shades of grey, the monochrome from white to black begin to solidify. Falling temperatures hold and freeze everything. The days shorten. The nights lengthen, ... Read more

    $16.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Would It Kill You to Stop Doing That

    A Modern Guide to Manners

    by Henry Alford ...
    "We all know bad manners when we see them," NPR and Vanity Fair contributor Henry Alford observes at the beginning of his new book. But what, he asks, do good manners look like in our day and age? When someone answers their cell phone in the middle of dining with you, or runs you off the sidewalk with their doublewide stroller, or you enter a post-apocalyptic public restroom, the long-revered ... Read more

    $9.99 CAD

    Also available as: Audiobook

    Also available as: Audiobook

  • Biblical Revision its duties and conditions

    by Henry Alford ...
    Biblical Revision, its Duties and Conditions by Henry Alford, published in 1871, addresses the pressing need for the revision of biblical texts, particularly the English translations of the Bible. Alford, a prominent theologian and scholar, provides a thorough examination of the conditions and responsibilities associated with the process of revising the scriptures, advocating for a careful and ... Read more

    $1.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The State of the Blessed Dead

    by Henry Alford ...
    "The State of the Blessed Dead" by Henry Alford explores the theological implications of life after death, focusing on the condition of the souls of the righteous. Alford, a prominent theologian and scholar, delves into scriptural interpretations and the nature of eternal life, providing a comprehensive analysis of Christian beliefs regarding heaven and the afterlife. His work is characterized by ... Read more

    $1.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Henry Alford, The Poetry

    by Henry Alford ...
    Poetry is a fascinating use of language. With almost a million words at its command it is not surprising that these Isles have produced some of the most beautiful, moving and descriptive verse through the centuries. In this series we look at individual poets who have shaped and influenced their craft and cement their place in our heritage. In this volume we look at the works of the Victorian Poet ... Read more

    $2.99 CAD

  • The State of the Blessed Dead

    Exploring the Afterlife: Insights into the State of the Blessed Dead

    by Henry Alford ...
    In "The State of the Blessed Dead," Henry Alford delves into the theological implications of death, eschatology, and the afterlife, offering a thorough examination of Christian doctrine as it relates to the souls of the deceased. Alford's literary style is marked by a blend of critical analysis and poetic prose, rooting his arguments in scriptural interpretation and historical context. The work ... Read more

    $2.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • How to Live

    A Search for Wisdom from Old People (While They Are Still on This Earth)

    by Henry Alford ...
    In this witty guide for seekers of all ages, author Henry Alford seeks instant enlightenment through conversations with those who have lived long and lived well.Armed with recent medical evidence that supports the cliche that older people are, indeed, wiser, Alford sets off to interview people over 70--some famous (Phyllis Diller, Harold Bloom, Edward Albee), some accomplished (the world's most ... Read more

    $15.99 CAD

  • And Then We Danced

    A Voyage into the Groove

    by Henry Alford ...
    “Captivating…equal parts memoir and cultural history, Henry Alford seamlessly interweaves heartwarming and hilarious anecdotes about his deep dive into all things dance” (Misty Copeland, The New York Times Book Review).When Henry Alford wrote about his experience with a Zumba class for The New York Times, little did he realize that it was the start of something much bigger. Dance would grow and ... Read more

    $16.99 CAD

    Also available as: Audiobook

    Also available as: Audiobook

  • Out There

    One Man's Search for the Funniest Person on the Internet

    by Henry Alford ...
    Join investigative humorist Henry Alford as he navigates the wild world of internet personalities — celebrating individuals ranging from the movie reviewer Filthy Critic to the cartoonist Angry Little Asian Girl; from online stack trader Tokyo Joe, who conducts much of his business in the nude, to a lovable Kansas contractor who critiques hardware and power tools and answers to the name Too Pig — ... Read more

    $6.99 CAD

  • John Donne Complete Works – World’s Best Collection

    400+ Works - All Poems, Love Poetry, Holy Sonnets, Devotions, Meditations, English Poems, Sermons Plus Biographies, Annotations and Bonuses

    by John Donne, Izaak Walton, Augustus Jessopp, Henry Alford ...
    John Donne Complete Works World's Best CollectionThis is the world’s best John Donne collection, including the most complete set of Donne’s works available plus many free bonus materials.John DonneJohn Donne was an English poet, satirist, lawyer and a cleric in the Church of England. He is considered the pre-eminent representative of the metaphysical poets, his works noted for their strong, ... Read more

    $0.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus