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A fascinating, lavishly documented survey of fashions in makeup through the ages, extending from ancient Egypt to the present. Chronicles in devastating detail the history of that absorbing folly – the pursuit of beauty… An encyclopedic study, a valuable book of reference”" -TLS.

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Walking for Fitness–the first college-level walking text–is an appealing, value-priced book basic to beginners that emphasizes safety and personal fitness.

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Whether dressing for a party, wedding, or even a business meeting, this book attempts to solve all fashion dilemmas. Revealed here are beautiful clothes and accessories that heighten good points and minimize bad, plus tips on invitations, presents and other matters of etiquette.

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From their vibrant offices in Harlem, New York City, fashion designers and entrepreneurs Carmia Marshall and Carmen Webber (the Sistahs of Harlem) are taking fashion to a fresh new level. The Sistahs’ groundbreaking mix of urban style and modern haute couture is gorgeous and distinctive; it has already earned praise from publications including YM, Essence, Jane, Seventeen, Time Out New York, and Ebony. Carmia and Carmen are poised to bring Harlem’s rich culture and bold style into the forefront of fashion design, and their first book embodies their creative, D.I.Y. sense of style. T-SHIRT MAKEOVERS takes the most basic street-style staple-the T-shirt-and shows us how to turn it into haute couture. The possibilities for a basic shirt are amazingly varied, and the Sistahs outline the steps for each creation: an intricate tank top, a kimono-style blouse, an asymmetrical dress, a ruffled top. Carmen and Carmia provide insights into body types, color use and personal style, inspiring readers to use their own fashion instincts to personalize their creations. With full-color photographs and step-by-step instructions, everyone-from beginners to experts-can find projects to suit their skills. Some blouses and dresses are complex and challenging; others are so quick and simple, you don’t even need a sewing machine. With such endless possibilities, T-SHIRT MAKEOVERS has wide appeal. Any young woman with an interest in high fashion, hip hop, or pop culture will find something inspiring here; any girl who values individuality, creativity, resourcefulness, or fiscal responsibility will love this opportunity to put her skills to work. The Sistahs of Harlem are known for their ability to incorporate various cultural influences into their work, and the styles on these pages take cues from the most unexpected places: the streets of Harlem, the bright lights of Tokyo, and the beaches of Cuba, to name a few. Each creation featured here has a rich background and personality, taking fashion beyond simple aesthetics and infusing it with meaning. With the Sistahs’ help, readers will see their old T-shirts spring to new life though their own hands.

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This is a self-help book for anyone who is going through anticipatory grief – early grief before a death or dreaded event has occured. It is packed with coping tips and, best of all, 114 Healing Steps, which lead the reader to his or her healing path.

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This book contains forewords by Sheila Haugh and Grace H Chickadonz respectively – Senior Lecturer Psychotherapy, Centre for Psychological Therapies, Leeds Metropolitan University; Center for Human Encouragement, Rochester, New York, USA. What happens to a person emotionally, psychologically and spiritually when confronted by the reality of the death of a loved one, the impending death of someone close to them, or their own death? As with the other volumes of the “Living Therapy” series, “Counselling for Death and Dying” is composed of fictitious dialogues between clients and their counsellors, and between the counsellors and their supervisors. Within the dialogues are woven the reflective thoughts and feelings of the clients, the counsellors and the supervisors, along with boxed comments on the process and references to person-centred theory. It is intended as much for experienced counsellors as it is for trainees and provides real insight into what can occur during counselling sessions. The book will also be of great value to the many health and social care professionals who, whilst they may specialise in other areas, will find that the issues dealt with in this volume have impact on the work they are doing. For them, the text demystifies what can occur in therapy, and provides useful ways of working that may be used by professionals other than counsellors. ‘Richard has a deep understanding of theory and practice and has brought this understanding to this greatly neglected area in person-centred literature. [He] has the talent as a writer to honour the client, the counsellor/therapist, the supervisor and the process in all its intricacies. Richard has produced a book that, to my mind, captures the pain, the joy, the challenge of being with someone bereaved and someone facing death. The book also captures the pain and hurt and confusion of being that person who is bereaved or facing death.’ – Sheila Haugh, in her Foreword. ‘What is most striking about the dialogues is the realness of the feelings present in this all too human experience as lived by the clients. What is most beautiful is the relationship of acceptance shared in being in this most intimate place together as client and therapist. The healing that occurs is understandable in the strength of their connectedness.’ – Grace H Chickadonz, in her Foreword.

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Author certified weight consultant Linda Yo gained 25 pounds in 3 months when she moved from Asia to the U.S. She failed at every weight-loss method before finally getting results by returning to Asian eating habits. In this book reader will discover – How to enjoy food stay slim naturally – Appetizers that soothe their hunger – How to enjoy meat and avoid the fat – Why eating salad won’t make them slim – Healthy delicious snack dessert

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