Life’s Little Instruction Book: Simple Wisdom and a Little Humor for Living a Happy and Rewarding Life

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When life becomes complicated, it’s time to get back to the basics. Originally written by Jack Brown as a going-away-to-college gift for his son Adam, Life’s Little Instruction Book: Simple Wisdom and a Little Humor for Living a Happy and Rewarding Life offers hundreds of captivating insights, uplifting inspiration, heartfelt humor, and thoughtful reminders.

The Life’s Little Instruction Book series has sold more than ten million copies, spent more than two years atop the New York Times bestseller list, and has been translated into 33 languages—a true example of a giftable book that keeps on giving.

Giving people of all generations permission to live a well-loved life, readers will delight in the sweet simplicity of entries that inspire them to:

Sing in the shower.Watch a sunrise at least once a year.Drink champagne for no reason at all.Ask for a raise when you feel you’ve earned it.Buy great books even if you never read them.

Whether you’re seeking something special for yourself, or looking for that perfect, thoughtful gift, this beloved book makes an excellent gift for all occasions—including graduations, weddings, holidays, birthdays, and for those “just because” moments. A timeless classic, the #1 New York Times bestseller offers every generation simple yet powerful wisdom.

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When life becomes complicated, it’s time to get back to the basics.

Giving people of all generations permission to live a well-loved life, readers will delight in the sweet simplicity of entries that inspire them to:

Sing in the shower.Watch a sunrise at least once a year.Drink champagne for no reason at all.Ask for a raise when you feel you’ve earned it.Buy great books even if you never read them.

Whether you’re seeking something special for yourself, or looking for that perfect, thoughtful gift, this beloved book makes an excellent gift for all occasions—including graduations, weddings, holidays, birthdays, and for those “just because” moments.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Thomas Nelson
Publication date ‏ : ‎ August 13, 2012
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 224 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 140031996X
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1400319961
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 4.64 x 0.82 x 8.22 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #540,614 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #202 in Business Image & Etiquette #958 in Self-Help & Psychology Humor #1,391 in Love & Romance (Books)
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Customers find the book’s content valuable, with one mentioning it serves as a great guide to life. Moreover, the book receives positive feedback as a gift, with one customer noting it’s particularly suitable for young kids. Additionally, customers appreciate its readability, with several enjoying reading it with their children, and one mentioning they can finish it in one night.