Ain't Life Grand!: A Treasury for Grandmothers [Hardcover]

Mary Engelbreit (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 1, 2007

I compiled this book as a tribute to grandmothers both new and 'experienced.' Families just wouldn't be complete without them." --Mary Engelbreit

Lauded by the Wall Street Journal for creating a "vast empire of cuteness" and dubbed "a Norman Rockwell for our times" by People magazine, Mary Engelbreit offers the perfect gift for grandmothers by pairing her signature art with quotes, poems, and short narratives honoring grandmothers of all ages. A sampling of passages includes:

* "A grandmother pretends she doesn't know who you are on Halloween." -Erma Bombeck

* "When grandparents enter the door, discipline flies out the window." --Ogden Nash

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Mary Englebreit's aphorisms and artwork appear on millions of greeting cards and gift products. Her popularity continues to grow through the success of her books, calendars, home decor, stationery, and crafting lines. Her company is based in St. Louis, Missouri.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 64 pages
• Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing (February 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0740763679
• ISBN-13: 978-0740763670
• Product Dimensions: 7.3 x 6.4 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.1 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #723,724 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Incredible, wonderful, beautiful little book!!!, June 2, 2007

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June Mclaren "white dove" (Rye, NH) - See all my reviews
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Mary Engelbreit's works are incomparable and this book has to be her crown jewel! I'd recommend this little book for the illustrations alone, but the stories, anecdotes, proverbs, and etc. that make up the book are priceless! Mary is in a league with Tasha Tudor. Wouldn't you just love to sit down and enjoy a cup of tea with them?!The book arrived in perfect condition. What more can I say, other than to quote Mary herself: "Buy it! Buy it!" :)

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Grandma love!, March 13, 2007

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Sheila Furr (LeRoy, NY) - See all my reviews
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I received this book as a gift and have purchased 2 more copies for gifts. So very delightful with Mary's illustrations and a wonderful "read" for proud grandmas like--ME!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A book for ALL grandmothers -, January 31, 2010

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Gayle Dunston ""GG" to the little ones" (Seattle, WA USA) - See all my reviews
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There are just so many entries in this little book that seem to say all the right things about just being a grandmother. It IS a special time for us and I plan to buy a few more copies and share them with my friends who are also grannies!