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Touched by Beauty List 4
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Did I Tell You?: a Message to a Son As He Is Almost GrownDid I Tell You?: a Message to a Son As He Is Almost Grown by Elizabeth Knapp
Buy used from: $49.99
Lovely piece, consisting of encouraging words for a son's life journey and beautiful illustrations. (I promise, there are MUCH cheaper copies avilable; I chose this edition because it was the only one with a picture of the cover)
Where Jesus Walked: Experience the Presence of GodWhere Jesus Walked: Experience the Presence of God by Ken Duncan
Buy new: $16.49 / Used from: $7.49
This unique book features stunningly beautiful photographs of the land where Christ lived, died, and rose again. Includes wonderful selections from Christian thinkers
Australia Wide CookbookAustralia Wide Cookbook by Ken Duncan
Buy used from: $1.28
Along with simply gorgeous Australian land photographs, this book includes regional recipes and some mealtime prayers. Awesome piece
Nature's Affirmations: Inspirations of NatureNature's Affirmations: Inspirations of Nature by Melanie DePorter
Buy new: $40.00 / Used from: $28.88
Gorgeous landscapes and terrains are shown here, collected by a master photographer. Must-have gem for any nature lover!
The Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. Cookbook: Recipes and Reflections from FORREST GUMPThe Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. Cookbook: Recipes and Reflections from FORREST GUMP by Editors of Southern Living Magazine
Buy new: $10.17 / Used from: $0.01
Great book of seafood recipes and wonderful quotes from Forrest Gump. Beautiful pictures are included
Live Like You Were DyingLive Like You Were Dying by Tim Nichols
Buy new: $10.79 / Used from: $0.01
A little book of haunting truths, featuring stories and quotes relating the importance of living life to its fullest. Includes lovely photographs and a free CD of the song the book's based on
The Simple Truths of Appreciation: How Each of Us Can Choose to Make a DifferenceThe Simple Truths of Appreciation: How Each of Us Can Choose to Make a Difference by Barbara A. Glanz
Buy used from: $19.35
Rich book, with stories and quotes about love and appreciation. Gorgeous nature photos are included
Aim for the Heart - Leading to Build Great TeamsAim for the Heart - Leading to Build Great Teams by Tom Mathews
Buy used from: $9.90
Beautiful book of nature pictures and timeless advice. Essential, particularly for leaders
Mealtime Memories: Sharing the Warmth of Family TraditionsMealtime Memories: Sharing the Warmth of Family Traditions by Thomas Kinkade
Buy used from: $0.01
Kinkade's striking paintings compliment family recipes, memories, meal devotionals and quotes in this gorgeous book. Warm jewel
The Language Of Flowers: A Treasury of Verse and Prose Scented by Penhaligon'sThe Language Of Flowers: A Treasury of Verse and Prose Scented by Penhaligon's by Sheila Pickles
Buy used from: $0.01
Gorgeous paintings and wonderful selections of poetry and verse fill this book. The pages are scented with violet
Scones, Muffins, and Tea Cakes: Breakfast Breads and Teatime SpreadsScones, Muffins, and Tea Cakes: Breakfast Breads and Teatime Spreads by Heidi H. Cusick
Buy new: $10.85 / Used from: $1.85
Beautiful, delectable photographs accompany delicious and sweet recipes here. Charming little book
American Girls Diary: A Journal for Writing Your Secrets an American Girls Tradition (American Girls Collection)American Girls Diary: A Journal for Writing Your Secrets an American Girls Tradition (American Girls Collection) by American Girl Library
Buy used from: $4.42
This very useful book is a creative diary. Along with space for writing, it includes interesting diary excerpts from the American girls themselves! Beautiful little pictures of the girls and historical facts are also featured throughout.
Cal 96 American Girls Collection FriendshipCal 96 American Girls Collection Friendship by Unk
Buy used from: $6.00
This calendar comes with stickers and gorgeous pictures of a different American girl each month. It also has well-written diary entries from each girl and great quotes from historical thinkers.
Winnie-the-Pooh's Teatime CookbookWinnie-the-Pooh's Teatime Cookbook by A. A. Milne
Buy used from: $8.63
A darling book of delicious treats, cute excerpts from the Pooh tales and lovely pictures.
Winnie-the-Pooh's Picnic CookbookWinnie-the-Pooh's Picnic Cookbook by A. A. Milne
Buy used from: $11.55
This companion to the above features wonderful picnic recipes, alongside more sweet pictures and excerpts from Milne's brilliant tales.
Winnie-the-Pooh's Cookie BookWinnie-the-Pooh's Cookie Book by Dawn Martin (Author)
Buy used from: $0.01
The last installment in the Winnie cookbooks, this time with unbelievable cookie recipes. Includes illustrations and quotes, making a scrumptious collection
Friends Are a Blessing (Moment Meditation Series)Friends Are a Blessing (Moment Meditation Series) by Emilie Barnes
Buy new: $7.99 / Used from: $6.36
Beautiful illustrations surround quotes and little stories about the treasure of friendships. Lovely find!
If Teacups Could Talk: Sharing a Cup of Kindness with Treasured FriendsIf Teacups Could Talk: Sharing a Cup of Kindness with Treasured Friends by Emilie Barnes
Buy new: $11.55 / Used from: $1.66
Gorgeously illustrated, this book features beautiful poems, quotes and stories about the value of teatime and the heart-relief it can bring. One of my favorite authors
The Mountain That Loved a BirdThe Mountain That Loved a Bird by Alice McLerran
Buy used from: $29.07
This book tells the bittersweet tale of a mountain who forms a friendship with a bird and learns both the mortality of birds and the immortality of love. Simply written and haunting book, with gorgeous paintings.
The Red TreeThe Red Tree by Shaun Tan
Buy used from: $15.00
Uniquely made book, with beautiful poetry about grief and hope. Includes a variety of strange and lovely pictures
Celebrating the Great Mother: A Handbook of Earth-Honoring Activities for Parents and ChildrenCelebrating the Great Mother: A Handbook of Earth-Honoring Activities for Parents and Children by Cait Johnson
Buy new: $11.53 / Used from: $6.39
This book features gorgeous paintings and great activities for celebrating Earth! Wonderfully creative piece. (There are some pagan practices I don't approve of, so if you're Christian or Jewish, you'll want to discard them)
Where Once Ther Was a WoodWhere Once Ther Was a Wood by Denise Fleming
Buy used from: $0.01
Uniquely gorgeous pictures fill this sweet book! Lovely verse reminds us of how easy it is for careless people to steal animals' homes. Tips for making animal-friendly environments are included in the back
How to Heal a Broken WingHow to Heal a Broken Wing by Bob Graham
Buy new: $11.55 / Used from: $7.35
Sweet tale about a boy who heals an injured pigeon and helps it fly again. Bright, pretty pictures illuminate this story of tender love
Illustrated Encyclopedia of Ruin Mist: The Essential Reader's GuideIllustrated Encyclopedia of Ruin Mist: The Essential Reader's Guide by Robert Stanek
Buy new: $15.00 / Used from: $27.14
Lushly illustrated guide to a magical world, taking readers on an awesome journey. Mystical treat for lovers of fantasy
Keeper Martin's Guide to the Fantastical Beasts and Faerie Peoples of Ruin MistKeeper Martin's Guide to the Fantastical Beasts and Faerie Peoples of Ruin Mist by Robert Stanek
Buy new: $18.99 / Used from: $21.42
Another cool guide to the land of "Ruin Mist", this time focusing on the beautiful creatures that dwell therein. Wonderful pictures and info, including notes from creature keeper Martin
Unforgiven (BFI Modern Classics)Unforgiven (BFI Modern Classics) by Edward Buscombe
Buy new: $11.66 / Used from: $4.11
Companion book to the memorable film, with great quotes and beautiful photos from the movie. Powerful story!
Nothing Can Separate UsNothing Can Separate Us by Tracy M. Leininger
Buy used from: $5.89
This little book is the heartbreaking story of Nan, a young woman on the Titanic and her father, a minister who died on the ship giving people God's Word. After her father's death and her own escape, Nan continues to deliver her father's message of God's eternal love for the rest of her life. Tragic and hopeful book, with beautiful paintings.
Dracula's Heir: An Interactive MysteryDracula's Heir: An Interactive Mystery by Sam Stall
Buy new: $16.47 / Used from: $4.22
Chilling, wonderfully illustrated mystery about a dangerous, supernatural criminal on the loose in the dead of night. Awesome pull-out features and clues fill this dark ruby
The Crimes of Dr. Watson: An Interactive Sherlock Holmes MysteryThe Crimes of Dr. Watson: An Interactive Sherlock Holmes Mystery by M.D., John H. Watson
Buy new: $16.47 / Used from: $8.95
Excellent Sherlock Holmes mystery, in which Holmes's closest friend has been framed for a grisly crime and offers several clues revealing the true killer. The clues are removable and serve for the reader to solve the crime. Beautiful illustrations
From Lullaby to LullabyFrom Lullaby to Lullaby by Adele Geras
Buy used from: $0.52
Lovely book, a dreamy poem about a girl and the magical stories she finds in her mother's quilt. Lush illustrations
The Tale I Told SashaThe Tale I Told Sasha by Nancy Willard
Buy used from: $0.43
Surreal book, with beautiful pictures and an otherworldly poem of a young girl's imagination, inspired by her mother's art. Lovely, unusual pearl
Griffin & Sabine:  An Extraordinary CorrespondenceGriffin & Sabine: An Extraordinary Correspondence by Nick Bantock
Buy new: $13.57 / Used from: $0.01
The beginning of a trilogy, consisting of passionate and almost ethereal letters between two lovers, Griffin and Sabine. This book consists of genuine cards, letters, and envelopes, all strikingly illustrated.
Sabine's Notebook: In Which the Extraordinary Correspondence of Griffin & Sabine ContinuesSabine's Notebook: In Which the Extraordinary Correspondence of Griffin & Sabine Continues by Nick Bantock
Buy new: $12.92 / Used from: $0.01
Second in the series, in which Griffin flees from a dangerous stalker and relieves his heart and fears only to Sabine, whose connection with him is almost telepathic. Gorgeous illustrations
The Golden Mean: In Which the Extraordinary Correspondence of Griffin & Sabine ConcludesThe Golden Mean: In Which the Extraordinary Correspondence of Griffin & Sabine Concludes by Nick Bantock
Buy new: $12.21 / Used from: $0.01
The end of the haunting trilogy; among beautiful letters and art, Griffin and Sabine's passion is tested anew with often sinister obstacles.
The Gryphon: In Which the Extraordinary Correspondence of Griffin & Sabine Is RediscoveredThe Gryphon: In Which the Extraordinary Correspondence of Griffin & Sabine Is Rediscovered by Nick Bantock
Buy used from: $4.44
The romance story of Griffin and Sabine is picked up again in another artistically stunning volume, this time introducing two new lovers. Romance and intrigue await Matthew and Isabella, the new couple, who find more in art and love than they ever bargained for..
Alexandria: In Which the Extraordinary Correspondence of Griffin & Sabine Unfolds (v. 2)Alexandria: In Which the Extraordinary Correspondence of Griffin & Sabine Unfolds (v. 2) by Nick Bantock
Buy new: $13.57 / Used from: $5.48
The gorgeous sequel in this new trilogy. As the story of Isabella and Matthew progresses, foreign dangers and amazing artistic discoveries fill their lives and entwine their hearts.
The Morning StarThe Morning Star by Nick Bantock
Buy new: $13.57 / Used from: $2.40
With a dangerous journey and a fight for love against darkness, the fate of Matthew and Isabella will soon be determined. The final exotic jewel of the series
Swan LakeSwan Lake by Mark Helprin
Buy used from: $0.36
Beautiful little book, telling the tragic story of two lovers, Odette and her prince, and the forces that threaten to tear them apart. Dreamy paintings surround the poetic text
A City in WinterA City in Winter by Mark Helprin
Buy used from: $0.23
The second in this beautifully illustrated trilogy. This book follows the daughter of Odette and the prince in the first book; now a ten-year-old orphaned queen, she must make her way through her cold city to reclaim her heritage. Exciting and moving tale!
The Veil of SnowsThe Veil of Snows by Mark Helprin
Buy used from: $4.67
The third and final gem. In this book, the daughter of Odette and the prince is now an adult and rules over an increasingly perilous kingdom, waiting for her husband to return from war. Her bittersweet story is told by a soldier, years after the events happened. Gorgeous book, in both pictures and story