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Author : Image Comics
Number of Pages : 144
Publisher : Image Comics
List Price : $19.99
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Product Description With their infectious brand of Scottish indie pop, Belle & Sebastian have been cult and critical favorites for years. The band's colorful lyrics and gorgeous, full bodied melodies have provided Image Comics with the inspiration for a new kind of comic anthology. With Put the Book Back on the Shelf, a stellar collection of independent comic creators and cartoonists put their own spins on a cross section of Belle & Sebastian's songs, crafting stories inspired by the band's music, drawn from the band's entire catalog. Customer reviews ease your feet in the sea  by .. Melinda S. Roth (Columbus, OH)
I stumbled upon this in a small, haphazard bookstore. Being a huge B&S fan, I was elated. I had never heard of it before and just kind of picked it up, bought it, and quickly felt myself singing the songs in my head while reading along with the pages.
Like others have written, some passages don't fit with your exact interpretation of the song. Also, some of the comics could be in a style that isn't of your liking. But it is a really unique idea and a super unique find. Plus, I found that the song illustrated were mostly my absolute B&S songs ever.
Some of them are so beautiful and wistful and remind you of why you fell in love with B&S in the first place. Totally worth it.
Interesting Concept -- Obviously More Interesting to B&S Fans  by .. A. Ross (Washington, DC)
This is a pretty interesting idea: build a comics anthology around the works of a musical group. I don't know how or why the Scottish indie band Belle & Sebastian became involved in the project (the book certainly doesn't say anything), but this collection of 24 original works (generally 5-10 pages each) is inspired by songs from their various albums. I have to admit while I more or less like B&S when I hear them in the background of parties or in people's cars, I've never been moved to buy anything by them and I couldn't name a single song of theirs. So, while I'm sure B&S fans will have plenty of fun arguing about the visual and narrative interpretation of the songs in this collection, the only basis I have to evaluate the anthology are the comics themselves. Unfortunately, this means I'm missing a rather crucial layer of understanding, but so be it.
In terms of pure story and art, my favorite piece was "Expectations", written by Christopher Butcher and inked by Kalman Andrasofskzy. In ten pages, they skillfully cover a young woman's passage from angry 9th-grade outsider to mature young writer. Another very good piece is Mark Smith and Paul Maybury's five-page "We Rule the School", about a little boy who discovers a little ninja in his backpack. Jennifer de Guzman's story and Brian Beluw's art for "Fancy Dress" combine for an interesting version of the dangers of not speaking one's feelings. Ian Carney and Jonathan Edwards combine for a clever take on office sexual tensions in "Step Into My Office, Baby!" with its weirdly Nixonian protagonist. And Steven Griffin's "If You Find Yourself Caught in Love" ends things on a nice up note, as a young man overcomes post-breakup depression and moves on with his life.
In addition to the above, there were several other pieces I liked simply for their artwork: Andi Watson's Jetsons/Spy vs. Spy pastel stylized '60s art in "I Could Be Dreaming", Brazilian artist Kako's wordless, slick and commercial"Dog on Wheels" (very different from the rest of the book with its "The Fast and the Furious" style), Mathew Armstrong's ink and watercolor "You Made Me Forget My Dreams" (reminiscent in some ways of Gorillaz), Charles Brownstein and Dave Crosland's very nice example of how drawing and collage can have vitality in "Beautiful", and John Heebink's semi-retro ink and limited palette in "Nice Day for a Sulk".
Anyway, it's an interesting concept, albeit one that B&S fans will get a lot more from than readers without a strong interest in the band and its music.
Belle and Sebastian, how I love thee by .. Lauren ()
Reading this graphic novel is a uniquely trippy experience. As I read each story, I played the song that inspired the writer or the artist - and I couldn't tell if it was the music that made the story more vivid, or the story that made the music more real. It took me over two hours to finish reading the whole thing and it left me feeling very content and happy, like a good night's sleep after a long, exhausting day.
I can see why Put the Book Back on the Shelf might not be for all fans because some writers made quite a lot of unexpected interpretations. For instance, the strip for the song If She Wants Me has a really sad story, but I imagined the song as having something to do with two young friends playing in a grassy field. Another one of my favorite strips, We Rule the School, is about a kid who finds a ninja in his backpack. The song didn't fit the story too well but never mind - it was still so much fun to read.
In spite of whatever clashing interpretations there might be, Put the Book Back on the Shelf is a must for any Belle and Sebastian fan. Reading the anthology heightened my appreciation of their music, and made me fall in love with the songs I haven't listened to till tonight. I wouldn't recommend this book to those who are merely curious about the band, though. If a taste of their music is what you're looking for, I suggest you listen to these songs instead:
Waiting for the Moon to Rise
Funny Little Frog
Get Me Away From Here, I'm Dying
If She Wants Me
The Blues are Still Blue
Belle & Sebastian comics - how the hell did this come about? by .. Stuart Jackson (Denial)
First off, I'm a rabid Belle & Sebastian fan. I own everything the group has ever released. When a pirate copy of their new album reached my hands, I refused it and bought the record at my local indie music shop. I also used to be a big comics fan. Things tapered off when I got to college, but I will still sheepishly peruse the graphic novel section at Barnes & Noble.
So when I saw that Belle & Sebastian was releasing an anthology of short stores by independent comics creators based on their songs, I was overjoyed. I pre-ordered my copy and waited patiently for the postman. When the package finally arrived, I ripped it open and grasped with sweaty palms what was sure to be the finest piece of comics literature ever created...
I'm not gonna lie, I'm a bit disappointed. I thought that every story would inspire flashes of B&S's music, and that I could literally listen to the stories as well as read them. What I found instead is an inconsistent collection whose creators' interpretations of the songs differed greatly from my own. "Lazy line painter Jane," a song that inspires me to dance around my apartment like an ADD-riddled adolescent, becomes a dark tale of sexual experimentation and herpes. Don't get me wrong, some of the stories are grand; I particularly like the "Legal Man" strip. However I believe the merging of these two different genres with so little input from the original authors severly handicaps the book's potential.
But I'm still the world's biggest Belle & Sebastian fan, so I'll read it to death.
A must have for fans! by .. Scott David Johnson ()
I got into Belle and Sebastain about six or seven years ago, and this is great. Better than a DVD! As I was reading each story, the songs would play in my head, I was smiling the whole time.
If you love Belle don't let this pass you by.
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Format : Illustrated
Publisher : P. F. Collier & Son
Used Price : $70.00 |
Customer reviews Lucky to still have a set by .. Wilderness (WI United States)
These books are wonderful. I spent many dull, hot summer days with my nose in one of these books, reading fairy tales and classic stories from all over the world peppered with illustrations that could be black and white or color. I was fortunate when I was older to receive the set from my mother, but I have known so many people over the years to see my set on the shelf and gasp in fond recognition. I can understand. If I did not own a set myself, I would be fanatical about acquiring one.
Cool, timeless classics for kids!!!! by .. Laurie Richards (SALT LAKE CITY, UT United States)
I had this set when I was a kid and I read seven of them from cover to cover. Many of the stories were read over and over to my little sister and brother. I lost the set when I was fourteen when we moved. I'd love to get a set for me as well as my sister and brother so they can read those stories to my niece and nephews!
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Author : Carol Aebersold
Edition : Second Edition
Number of Pages : 26
Publisher : CCA and B, LLC
Amazon Price : $199.99
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Product Description How does Santa really know who is naughty or nice? The answer is finally revealed in...The Elf on the Shelf A Christmas Tradition.TM
The Elf on the Shelf A Christmas TraditionTM is an activity the entire family will enjoy. Based on the tradition Carol Aebersold began with her family in the 1970s, this cleverly rhymed childrens book explains that Santa knows who is naughty and/or nice because he sends a scout elf to every home. During the holiday season, the elf watches children by day and reports to Santa each night. When children awake, the elf has returned from the North Pole and can be found hiding in a different location. This activity allows The Elf on the Shelf to become a delightful hide-and-seek game.
The Elf on the Shelf gift set INCLUDES A SCOUT ELF from the North Pole, a hardbound CHILDRENS BOOK and a KEEPSAKE BOX for easy storage. In addition, each shipment is marked for special delivery from Santas workshop. ALL PRODUCTS ARE BRAND NEW! Customer reviews Elf on a shelf - A Christmas Tradition by .. Dean Wilkinson (Georgia)
i consider this a must have for those with young children < 8. Also, it is cheaper at the bookstore. Thanks for not saving us money internet.
This is the great tradition. by .. Kris ()
I highly recommend this product. We just got the book and elf...my kids were hooked immediately. We read the book four times last night and they called me this morning to tell me where they found him. I wish I would have found out about this two years ago!!!!
what a joyful gift by .. E. Reier ()
My grandchildren LOVED this concept. Even the "suspicious" about Santa 8 year old enjoyed the hiding and the reading! Great gift from Grandmas!
A must have! by .. Holiday Elf (California)
My mom gave this book to our family for our first Christmas with our son....I am a huge fan of the holidays and this book captured all of the excitement and imagination that makes Christmas so much fun. Although my 9 month old doesn't appreciate the book yet, my nieces and nephews (ages 5-12) loved it. This book is great for kids of all ages, my husband and myself included! We have named our elf and can't wait until next Christmas when he will magically appear and report in to Santa!
Incredible and creative by .. love books (Ohio)
This book is so creative for children. I have 3 children ages 5 and under. They love this book. My 5 year old was actually questioning Santa's existence until she woke up and found the elf in a different spot each morning and now she's believing 100%! They get to name their elf and that adds an extra element that they can own! Very creative and just a cute story for the everyday household of children. Even the older ones would enjoy making this story real to younger siblings! A must have a Christmas time!
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Number of Pages : 192
Publisher : Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing
List Price : $17.99
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Product Description
Newbery Honor author Gary Paulsen has long been an ardent supporter of books, reading, and literacy programs. To further the cause of ProLiteracy Worldwide, he asked prominent authors to write an original story; the only restriction was that each story was to include mention of a book. The result is this collection, Shelf Life: Stories by the Book. From Jennifer L. Holm's story of a girl on Mars trying desperately to return to Earth to Gregory Maguire's domestic intrigue; from Kathleen Karr's story of a thief in turn-of-the-century Chicago to M. T. Anderson's mysterious shipboard adventure; from A. LaFaye's tale of magical wonderment to Marion Dane Bauer's story of doing good, this volume provides a full range of reading for every taste. Other authors featured here are Joan Bauer, Ellen Conford, Margaret Peterson Haddix, and Ellen Wittlinger.
Sales of this book benefit ProLiteracy Worldwide, an international network with more than 1,400 programs in the United States and 79 partner programs abroad, whose mission is to change lives through literacy. Customer reviews Intelligent and creative by .. Lynn Allen (Florida)
My fourth grader checked this out of the school library and we are reading it together. The stories are smart and engaging and each one gives us something to think and talk about afterwards. We especially loved "Follow the Water" by Jennifer L. Holm - emotionally complex and heartbreaking, we'll be talking about this one for awhile. Great book, great cause. We're buying our own copy.
10 stories for every age by .. Jessica Ferguson (Woodbury, NJ)
A great set of stories by ten well-known juvenile fiction writers including: In Your Hat by Ellen Conford where a procrastinating joker gets his just desserts Escape by Margaret Peterson Haddix in which a homeless girl learns even more hard lessons about life Follow the Water by Jennifer L. Holm, a sci-fi special about a young girl on Mars who misses her grandmother Testing, Testing, 1...2...3 by A. Lafaye in which a young boy encounters a special kind of learning through magic Tea Party Ends in Bloody Massacre, Film at 11 by Gregory Maguire, a humorous story of an under-the-table eavesdrop and its unexpected end What's a Fellow to Do? by Kathleen Karr is a historical and emotional journey of a young pick-pocket and his unusual discovery Wet Hens by Ellen Wittlinger in which best friends have a falling out The Good Deed by Marion Dane Bauer that describes the beginning of some very special friendships Barcarole for Paper and Bones by M.T. Anderson, an esoteric and challenging story involving a mysteriously deserted ship and Clean Sweep by Joan Bauer in which a young girl working in the family business helps an elderly client make a reconciliation All ten wonderful, engaging, important stories for young readers will be welcome by those who are already familiar with these authors but more importantly, Shelf Life is a great introduction for readers who may be more reluctant about getting into an entire novel or just have difficulty reading in general. Plus sales benefit ProLiteracy Worldwide. How can you go wrong with this one?
Great short stories, great theme, great cause by .. ()
"Ten original stories to benefit proliteracy worldwide" The subtitle says most, but not all. In addition to being a good cause, the stories are all intriguing, some truly excellent! (I particularly liked "Follow the Water," referring to there being none on the colony on Mars, and "In Your Hat," concerning a boy who didn't do his book report--yet.) Hooray for Paulsen, and ProLiteracy!
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Author : Gary Greenberg
Number of Pages : 287
Publisher : State University of New York Press
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Author : Margaret E. (series editor) & Shores, Dr. Louis & Snowden, Harr y R. Martignoni
Publisher : Crowell-Collier Publishing Company
Amazon Price : $199.99
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Author : Collier & Sons
Publisher : Collier & Sons
Used Price : $750.00 |
Product Description 52 Volume Complete set, 1959 Registered Edition, Red Hard-Covered Books with Marbled Endpapers, Gold Embossment of the front and back covers and spines. Related Search : complete 1959 , books , foot shelf |
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