Jennifer L. Scott Libri

La prima cosa che ha imparato Jennifer dalla sua permanenza a Parigi non è solo che, come si sa, le francesi non ingrassano, ma anche che lo fanno spassandosela un mondo. La seconda è che non basta annodarsi una sciarpa di seta al collo e tagliarsi i capelli a caschetto per avere un'allure francese. Per emanare classe ed eleganza bisogna comportarsi come se una parigina doc dell'arrondissement più chic di Parigi, che una tuta da casa non l'ha mai posseduta, e men che meno indossata, ti chiedesse con tenera incredulità perché mai tieni nel tuo guardaroba dei pantaloni con un buco. O come se immaginassi il suo pensiero nel guardare la tua biancheria intima di cotone colorato e anche un po' liso stesa accanto alla sua raffinata lingerie. Così è successo a Jennifer quando, giovane studentessa, è stata accolta a Parigi per un soggiorno di studio in una famiglia molto signorile. Madame Chic, la padrona di casa, quintessenza del buon gusto, le insegna giorno dopo giorno i segreti del savoir vivre. Dall'arte del restare in forma senza rinunciare al dessert all'allestimento di un guardaroba essenziale, dal no-makeup look che in pochi minuti regala uno charme naturale fino ai consigli per alimentare la propria essenza e scongiurare la banalità: coltivare un'aura di mistero, lasciare entrare l'arte, la musica, la letteratura nella vita quotidiana, apprezzare il silenzio e godersi le piccole gioie della vita.

From Scott--author of the New York Times-bestselling Madame Chic seriesand founder of the Daily Connoisseur blog--comes this playful take on mannersand being a good global citizen.l citizen.

Bring home the chic Parisian world of style and charm When Jennifer Scott arrived at the doorstep of a grand Sixteenth Arrondissement apartment as a foreign exchange student, she was greeted by Madame Chic, the woman who would become her mentor and the inspiration for the way she lived long after her time abroad was over. Each chapter of Lessons from Madame Chic reveals a valuable secret Jennifer learned while under Madame Chic's tutelage in Paris-tips you can incorporate into your own life, no matter where you live or the size of your budget. Embracing the classically French aesthetic of quality over quantity, aspiring Parisiennes will learn to master the art of eating (deprive yourself not), dressing (the ten-item wardrobe), grooming (le no-makeup look), and living à la française. Lessons from Madame Chic is the essential handbook for anyone wanting to incorporate that Parisian je ne sais quoi into her daily life.

"The New York Times bestselling author of Lessons from Madame Chic and At Home with Madame Chic reminds us about a quality that is scarce in our fast-paced, wired world: poise, it's power, and how to cultivate it"--

Approach life at home the Madame Chic way: a beautiful, illustrated toolbox of tips and ideas for organizing and entertaining. Organized by the pleasures that can be found throughout the day, this charming, helpful book is full of ideas, playlists, recipes, beauty routines, and advice that can turn an irritating day into an enjoyable experience.

Set on a historic farm within the Philadelphia Park system, the narrative centers around a group of children dedicated to raising stock animals. It explores the challenges and rewards of animal husbandry, emphasizing the values of hard work and responsibility. Accompanying the story are drawings that evolved from simple sketches created over two years, reflecting the children's experiences on the farm. This tale not only entertains but also educates young readers about the agricultural process and the importance of perseverance.

Focusing on managing difficult relationships, this guide offers practical strategies for transforming negativity into positive interactions. It emphasizes the importance of empathy and assertiveness in communication, teaching readers how to set effective boundaries. By applying these techniques, individuals can safeguard their mental and emotional well-being while still maintaining respect and professionalism in their interactions.

This accompanying publication will explore the development and diversity of this legendary dynasty of Flemish painters over four generations and 150 years. From the proverb pictures and peasant festivals of Pieter Bruegel the Elder and his eldest son Pieter Brueghel the Younger to the exquisite flower pieces of Jan 'Velvet' Brueghel and the captivating cabinet paintings of Jan van Kessel, the book will unravel the mysteries of the dynasty, and will explore how Bruegel's sons were able to emulate their father's model despite having no access to his paintings. The book will turn the spotlight on to the major Bruegel holdings in UK collections for the first time, telling the story of the dynasty through masterpieces from British public collections and a number of previously unseen works from private collections.

Unlocking Paintings highlights masterpieces from one of Britain’s most important art collections, Dulwich Picture Gallery, and offers readers the tools to ‘unlock’ the secrets behind any artwork.

From an award-winning young adult author comes a touching women’s fiction debut featuring three sisters who discover that coming home for the holidays isn’t as easy as it seems…Sometimes coming home for the holidays isn’t as easy as it seems….It’s December 21, and the Yancey sisters have been called home. When the girls were young, holidays at their family farm meant a tinsel-garnished tree, the scent of simmering food, and laughter ringing through the house. But as the years unfolded, family bonds fractured, and the three sisters scattered and settled into separate lives. Until now. The Yancey sisters are coming to spend the holidays with their mother. They’re also coming to bury their father.Claire, the youngest, a free spirit who journeyed to California, returns first. Then comes Julia, the eldest, a college professor with a teenage son of her own. And finally there’s Maya, the middle child, who works so hard to be the perfect mother and wife. During the sisters’ week together, old conflicts surface, new secrets emerge, and the limits and definitions of family are tested. And as the longest night of the year slips by and brightening days beckon, the sisters will have to answer one question: When you’re a sister, aren’t you a sister forever?