Guaranteed to coax a smile from the grumpiest of grumps, FURRY LOGIC is a charming little book with a big heart and sly humor. Exquisitely detailed watercolor paintings depicting animals caught up in the joy and drudgery of life are paired with old adages given a new spin for our times. Tender thoughts such as “Smile first thing in the morning—get it over with,” “If you don't agree with me—it means you haven't been listening,” and “You'll always be my best friend—you know too much” go a long way toward banishing the blahs and shaking off the blues. Designer and illustrator Jane Seabrook's 40 universally appealing paintings of birds, bears, penguins, chipmunks, frogs, baboons, and more are rendered in delicate and biologically accurate detail using a tiny sable brush with a single hair at its tip. In the spirit of international best-seller The Blue Day Book, FURRY LOGIC speaks to the human condition in a way we can all relate to and feel good about.A humorous collection of quotes and drawings that turns life's little challenges into opportunities for laughter.An ideal gift for Mother's or Father's Day, birthdays, graduations, anniversaries, or for no reason at all.
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JANE SEABROOK is a designer and illustrator who, in recent years, has focused on paintings of wildlife. She lives in Auckland, New Zealand, with her husband, two teenage children, and four cats--three adorable seal-point Birmans named Fizz, Bean, and Maisie, and one elderly British blue named Philby.
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Jane Seabrook is an independent illustrator and designer who lives in Auckland, New Zealand. In recent years, her artwork has centered on carefully observing and painting wildlife. Jane's previous books include Furry Logic and Furry Logic Parenthood, both of which reflect her considerable artistic abilities and rich sense of humor. The author shares her life with a number of animals, her husband, and two teenage children.
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I saw this book at a school library conference and bought several copies to give as gifts. The animals have perfect facial expressions and body language to represent what we go through and feel everyday. I bought the book for anniversary presents, but it also suits certain people I know. It is perfect for relationships, for example, it says, "Never go to bed mad- stay up and fight."
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
New Zealand artist Jane Seabrook has succeeded in creating one of the most charming and amusing gift books ever! Using captivating watercolor animal portraits to illustrate aphorisms, many of them with new twists, she puts life into perspective on many levels--and does so with panache. A precariously balanced coqui frog says, "I try to take one day at a time...but sometimes several days attack me at once." A baby alligator emerging from its egg states, "I didn't claw my way to the top of the food chain to eat roughage!" A hyperactive chipmunk announces, "It's been lovely. But I have to s c r e a m now."
Seabrook's art techniques allow her to pull off a book which in the hands of a lesser, less painstaking artist might be just "cute." Her paintings are rich and meticulously detailed--beautifully drawn with a sable brush of a single hair. Piling up many layers of watercolor, she builds her drawings and achieves depth, yet somehow still manages to convey a sense of spontaneity. The eyes of each animal "character" sparkle with what appears to be secret understanding of the message. Whimsical and full of surprises, this is the perfect gift book, even (or maybe, especially) for curmudgeons. Mary Whipple
Seabrook's art techniques allow her to pull off a book which in the hands of a lesser, less painstaking artist might be just "cute." Her paintings are rich and meticulously detailed--beautifully drawn with a sable brush of a single hair. Piling up many layers of watercolor, she builds her drawings and achieves depth, yet somehow still manages to convey a sense of spontaneity. The eyes of each animal "character" sparkle with what appears to be secret understanding of the message. Whimsical and full of surprises, this is the perfect gift book, even (or maybe, especially) for curmudgeons. Mary Whipple
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Someone at my office purchased this book on a whim. It has been passed around to everyone in the department and now everyone wants a copy (sometimes more than 1 copy!). One lf the girls is even making a special trip to the touristy boutique where the book was purchased to pick up copies for all of us. The drawings are so life-like and the animal expressions are perfectly suited to the droll sayings. This book is a real "pick-me-up" and is sure to make you smile and even laugh outright!
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great for children
This book left me feeling all warm and fuzzy ^.^ Now whenever I'm having a bad day I just look at my cat and think, what would be the furry take on this?
Published 7 days ago by B. Carpenter
GRRRRRRREAT!!
Purchased this book for a friend as a birthday gift, because I'd seen it at another friends' house. The book was a big hit! Read more
Published 28 days ago by gamma
Furry Logic is Funny and Fun
Jane Seabrook's book is actually for adults, but filled with pictures a child would love.
The pithy quotations are not hers, however her illustrations make them all the more... Read more
The pithy quotations are not hers, however her illustrations make them all the more... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Glenna K. Merillat
they can't cook and eat you
family reunion. Always in need of table talk books, and Furry Logic was the perfect choice. First to read it was my 7 year old grand daughter, who laughed her head off. Read more
Published 9 months ago by fortheclassics
FUN BOOK
Great book. The animal pictures are wonderful. And I love the bright colors on the pages opposite the pictures. I work for hospice and read this book to lots of my patients. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Debra Yeska
Furry Logic: A Guide to Life's Little Callenges
One cannot go wrong with a Jane Seabrook book. A little patch of sunshine whether you need it or not!
Published 17 months ago by Cynthia Nixon
"Furry Logic" by Jane Seabrook
Jane Seabrook's watercolours of assorted birds and animals are meticulously drawn - utterly realistic, yet the accompanying text (which is never more than a score of words and... Read more
Published 21 months ago by Hercules Vos
Furry Logic Review
This is a wonderful book to have on hand for last minute gifte.
It's a great hostess, birthday,get well or any occasion gift.
You'll love the logic of the animals. Read more
It's a great hostess, birthday,get well or any occasion gift.
You'll love the logic of the animals. Read more
Published on October 17, 2009 by E. Mcmath
"Never Eat More Than You Can Lift..."
Created by New Zealand-based illustrator Jane Seabrook, "Furry Logic" is a collection of quotations and watercolour paintings that manages to be beautiful, useful, and heartwarming... Read more
Published on August 25, 2009 by R. M. Fisher
There is nothing quite so healing as a smile.
I enjoyed this endearing little book. I really believe reading books like Furry Logic - funny, illustrated books - can help people laugh away their troubles. Read more
Published on May 11, 2009 by D. Boone
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Smile first thing in the morning. Read the first page Browse Sample Pages:
Front Cover | First Pages | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
Smile first thing in the morning. Read the first page Browse Sample Pages:
Front Cover | First Pages | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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