C'est La Vie

by Suzy Gershman
C'est La Vie
Author: Suzy Gershman
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 289
Release: 2005-05-31
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1440626669
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Bestselling writer Suzy Gershman (dubbed “Super Shopper Suzy” by Oprah) is our answer to Peter Mayle in this heartfelt, breezy, and funny story of starting over in Paris. Suzy had always fantasized about moving to Paris with her husband, but when he dies unexpectedly, she decides to fulfill their dream alone. Here she gives a deliciously conversational chronicle of her first year in Paris and of the dizzying delights and maddening frustrations of learning to be a Parisian. Filled with Gershman’s insider’s tips on everything from cooking the perfect clafoutis to—naturally—shopping, C’est la Vie is delightfully entertaining and captures the exhilarating experience of beginning a new adventure.

Suzy Gershman's Born to Shop London

by Suzy Gershman
Suzy Gershman's Born to Shop London
Author: Suzy Gershman
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 314
Release: 2008-04-15
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 047037098X
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"Gershman's may be the best guide for novice and pro shoppers alike." —The Washington Post For over twenty years, Suzy Gershman has been leading savvy shoppers to the world's best finds. Now Born to Shop London is easier to use and packed with more up-to-datelistings than ever before. Inside you'll find: The best of the shopping scene, from Knightsbridgefashions to Portobello Road antiques—plus colorfulmarkets, unique crafts, and more Excellent values, from designer shoes and handbags to vintage clothes and home furnishings Great gift ideas, even for a friend who has everything—plus the best gifts for less than $15 The best airfare, hotel, and dining values For a global shoppingexperience, check out Suzy Gershman'sWhere to Buy the Best of Everything. Find great deals and book your trip at Frommers.com

Bode: Go Fast, Be Good, Have Fun

by Bode Miller
Bode: Go Fast, Be Good, Have Fun
Author: Bode Miller
Publisher: Villard
Total Pages: 319
Release: 2005-10-18
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1588365069
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“I don’t master the mountain, I master speed.” Coming from Bode Miller, this isn’t boasting, it’s just the way he lives: fast, honest, and wide open. In this candid book, the two-time Olympic medalist and champion skier shares his story, the secret of his success, and his philosophy of life. Born and raised “off the grid”–without electricity or indoor plumbing–in the cabin built by his father in the woods near Franconia, New Hampshire (pop. 850), Bode is unconventional to the core. The strong values of his simple upbringing, where he and his family had to “invent, grow, or carry in” all the essentials have made Bode unique among today’s top sports stars. Bode’s approach to life is straightforward: “Get a plan, stick to it, and trust your instincts . . . and almost anything is possible.” And practically since birth, the iconoclastic Bode has been achieving the impossible and laying down tracks for others to follow. He revolutionized his sport by adopting new and crossover technologies, such as “shape” skis. He drives his tradition-bound European rivals to distraction, skiing and winning by instinct. His outsider status, killer smile, and outspoken yet laid-back persona have earned him a reputation as the Michael Jordan of skiing. Men’s Journal named Bode the second greatest athlete in the world. And in the 2005 season, Bode may have moved up a notch by becoming the first American to win the Overall World Cup Alpine championship in twenty-two years. In short, he is the kind of person everybody wants to know and hang out with. In a book loaded with insight, good humor, and eye-opening stories about the world of competitive skiing, Bode, as always, holds nothing back.

Born to Shop France

by Suzy Gershman
Born to Shop France
Author: Suzy Gershman
Publisher:
Total Pages: 388
Release: 1996
Genre: Shopping
ISBN: 9780028607108
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Suzy Gershman's Born to Shop France

by Suzy Gershman
Suzy Gershman's Born to Shop France
Author: Suzy Gershman
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 338
Release: 2004-10-28
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 076457969X
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"Gershman's guide may be the best guide for novice and pro shoppers alike," praises The Washington Post, and you'll agree. For more than ten years, Suzy Gershman has been leading savvy shoppers to the world's best finds. Now Born to Shop France is easier to use and packed with more up-to-date listings than ever before. Inside you'll find: The best of the shopping scene, from Paris' designer boutiquest to colorful markets in Provence Great gift ideas, even for the friend who has everything-plus the best gifts for less than $15 The best airfare, hotel, and dining values—so you can maximize your shopping dollars Detailed city maps and shopping tours, including Reims, Lyon, and the Riviera

Nantucket

by Liza Gershman
Nantucket
Author: Liza Gershman
Publisher: Artmedia (Acc)
Total Pages: 224
Release: 2020-07-31
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 9781864708707
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- Nantucket style features a high-end island lure and many design creations, and this book's major appeals are for those who love home, fashion, luxury, sailing, surfing, and designer photography- This stunning book features gorgeous photographic portraits and environmental shots of islanders in their homes and leisure pursuits, as well as illustrations of elements that shape signature Nantucket aesthetics. The visuals are complimented with essays on the island customs, activities, and history that helped shape this island's unique culture- Co-authors Liza Gershman and Carrie Culpepper have stepped into the lives of the island's characters, with interviews with various inhabitants, including prominent personalities, such as writer, actor, and creator of TV show Odd Mom Out Jill Kargman, and best-selling novelist Elin Hilderbrand, as well as lifelong residents, descendants of members of families who have been on the island dating back to its Quaker settlement in 1660, and many more- The authors have been long-time visitors of Nantucket. Liza lived there full-time for a year and has been an active member across the island in many projects and groups, so her intimacy with the island and its people is unique. And in the course of researching for various articles about the island, Carrie has gotten to know many stylish and influential islanders"NOBODY ACCIDENTALLY HAPPENS UPON NANTUCKET." Nantucket Summer: Classic American style 30 miles out to sea explores how the island's classic New England nautical style is shaped by its rugged landscape, as well as the sport, art, and lifestyle of its influential and everyday inhabitants. The island's tight-knit community of achievers, dreamers, and dropouts has created an enviable aesthetic that's affected in equal measure by the people, its historic gray-shingle homes and the 14-mile-long island itself, it's wind, sea, and wild landscape. This stunningly photographed book will feature portraits and environmental shots of summer residents and islanders in their homes and leisure pursuits across the island, as well as watercolor illustrations of elements that shape their Nantucket style.

Suzy Gershman's Born to Shop New York

by Suzy Gershman
Suzy Gershman's Born to Shop New York
Author: Suzy Gershman
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 338
Release: 2006-10-16
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 0470056797
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Download a free companion podcast featuring Suzy! "Gershman's guide may be the best guide for novice and pro shoppers alike," praises The Washington Post, and you'll agree. For more than ten years, Suzy Gershman has been leading savvy shoppers to the world's best finds. Now Born to Shop New York is easier to use and packed with more up-to-date listings than ever before. Inside you'll find: The best of Manhattan's shopping scene, from world-renowned department stores to hip boutiques-now with even more coverage of the hottest downtown neighborhoods Great values on everything from bath and beauty to wedding gowns-plus insider tips on sample sales, flea markets, and factory outlets Terrific gift ideas, even for the friend who has everything-plus the best gifts for under $10 Tips on finding the best hotel and dining values-so you can maximize your shopping dollars

Quiet

by Susan Cain
Quiet
Author: Susan Cain
Publisher: Crown
Total Pages: 370
Release: 2013-01-29
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 0307352153
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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Experience the book that started the Quiet Movement and revolutionized how the world sees introverts—and how introverts see themselves—by offering validation, inclusion, and inspiration “Superbly researched, deeply insightful, and a fascinating read, Quiet is an indispensable resource for anyone who wants to understand the gifts of the introverted half of the population.”—Gretchen Rubin, author of The Happiness Project NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY People • O: The Oprah Magazine • Christian Science Monitor • Inc. • Library Journal • Kirkus Reviews At least one-third of the people we know are introverts. They are the ones who prefer listening to speaking; who innovate and create but dislike self-promotion; who favor working on their own over working in teams. It is to introverts—Rosa Parks, Chopin, Dr. Seuss, Steve Wozniak—that we owe many of the great contributions to society. In Quiet, Susan Cain argues that we dramatically undervalue introverts and shows how much we lose in doing so. She charts the rise of the Extrovert Ideal throughout the twentieth century and explores how deeply it has come to permeate our culture. She also introduces us to successful introverts—from a witty, high-octane public speaker who recharges in solitude after his talks, to a record-breaking salesman who quietly taps into the power of questions. Passionately argued, impeccably researched, and filled with indelible stories of real people, Quiet has the power to permanently change how we see introverts and, equally important, how they see themselves. Now with Extra Libris material, including a reader’s guide and bonus content

Suzy Gershman's Born to Shop San Francisco

by Suzy Gershman
Suzy Gershman's Born to Shop San Francisco
Author: Suzy Gershman
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 266
Release: 2005-11-08
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 0471783668
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"Gershman may be the best guide for novice and pro shoppers alike." —The Washington Post For nearly twenty years, Suzy Gershman has been leading savvy shoppers to the world's best finds. Now in a brand-new edition, Born to Shop San Francisco brings you complete coverage of the city's shopping scene, for visitors and Bay Area residents alike. Inside you ll find: Insider tips on sales, warehouses, outlets and more; The lowdown on deals and the rip-offs at touristy Pier 39; In-depth coverage of such hidden, funky shopping districts as Valencia Street (home to vintage stores & Mexican folk art shops), Upper Grant Street (unique clothing stores featuring local designers), and Chestnut Street (one-of-a-kind gift stores and trendy cafés.); Everything you need to know about the best of Napa Valley's wine—and how to ship it home without breaking the bank.