How to Build a Fire
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How to Build a Fire by Erin Bried
Chock-full ofhow-to tips and sage advicefrom America's grandfathers, this is a handy guideto lifeAs members of the Greatest Generation, our grandfathers were not only defined by the Depression but also by their heroic service to the country in World War II. Courageous, responsible, and involved, they understand sacrifice, hard work, and how to do whatever is necessary to take care of their loved ones. They also know how to have a rollicking good time.
Sensible, fun, and inspiring, How to Build a Fire offers a rare glimpse into the hearts and minds of grandfathers near and far by sharing their practical skills and sweet stories on how to be stronger, smarter, richer, and happier. Inside are more than one hundred essential step-by-step tips for fixing, leading, prospering, playing, and hosting, including how to
. buck up and be brave in the face of adversity
. play hard and break in a baseball mitt
. bait a hook and catch a big fish
. look dapper and tie a perfect tie
. get a raise and earn more
. write a love letter and ignite romance
. change a flat tire and save the day
. stand up and give a sparkling toast
. play the harmonica and make your own music
Loaded with charming illustrations, good humor, and warm nostalgia, How to Build a Fire is the perfect handbook for guys or gals of any age. The first of its kind, this collection of our grandfathers' hard-earned wisdom will help you build confidence and get back to what's really important in life.
Erin Bried is a Senior Staff Writer at SELF magazine, where she's penned nearly 200 stories, including 60 cover stories, in the past nine years. In addition to interviewing and profiling celebrities such as Angelina Jolie, Cameron Diaz, Jennifer Aniston and Sheryl Crow, she covers health, fitness, nutrition and psychology. Formerly, Bried was a Senior Editor at Glamour, a contributor at Golf For Women magazine and a Senior Editor/Writer at Condü¾Ž–”¼ Nast's Women's Sports & Fitness. She lives in Brooklyn, New York.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780345525093 |
| ISBN 10 | 0345525094 |
| Title | How to Build a Fire |
| Author | Erin Bried |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Random House USA Inc |
| Year published | 2010-12-14 |
| Number of pages | 304 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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