Furry Logic Parenthood [Hardcover]

Jane Seabrook (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 1, 2005

From the author-illustrator of the best-selling FURRY LOGIC comes a book of smile-provoking, truth-telling adages just for parents. Accompanied by touching water-color paintings of the most expressive animals you've ever seen, FURRY LOGIC PARENTHOOD will speak to the hearts, souls, and funny bones of anyone who's experienced the joys of being a mom or dad. Seabrook's paintings uncannily capture the highs and lows, loves and fears that all parents feel. Her koalas, giraffes, bald eagles, rabbits, and owls are rendered in delicate and biologically accurate detail using a tiny sable brush with a single hair at its tip. Cleverly complementing the paintings are sayings such as “Your children are growing up when they stop asking where they came from . . . and refuse to tell you where they're going” and “A perfect example of minority rule is a baby in the house.” Parents will find their inmost thoughts perfectly expressed within the pages of FURRY LOGIC PARENTHOOD.A humorous collection of quotes and drawings that capture the emotional essence of being a parent.An ideal gift for Mother's Day, Father's Day, baby showers, or just to perk up any parent's day.FURRY LOGIC has sold more than 130,000 copies.A six-copy counter display is available free with every order of six or more copies of FURRY LOGIC PARENTHOOD.

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About the Author

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.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 72 pages
• Publisher: Ten Speed Press (March 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1580086713
• ISBN-13: 978-1580086714
• Product Dimensions: 6.3 x 0.5 x 6.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #166,835 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #19 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Entertainment > Humor > Parenting & Families
  • #29 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Entertainment > Humor > Self-Help & Psychology
  • #39 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Health, Mind & Body > Self-Help > Self-Esteem

More About the Author

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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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The perfect gift for new parents and grandparents., May 20, 2005

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Mary Whipple (New England) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Furry Logic Parenthood (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 parenthood into perspective on many levels--and does so with panache. A mother kangaroo looks into her pouch at her baby and states, "A perfect example of minority rule is...a baby in the house." A pileated woodpecker with two older chicks states, "There are few things more satisfying than seeing your children have teenagers of their own." A turtle suggests, "No matter how old a mother is...she continues to watch her middle-aged children for signs of improvement."

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 for new parents--and for those who enjoy reminiscing about "the good old days" from the safe distance of grandparenthood. Mary Whipple

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Adorable!!!, May 22, 2005

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This review is from: Furry Logic Parenthood (Hardcover)

The art really makes this book. The statements about parenting are something you are likely to see sent around in an emailed list. However, the verbage coupled with the animal artwork will make anyone laugh out loud. The animals are so lifelike and their expressions seem human, they bring the book to life. This is a great gift for any parent who could use a good laugh!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for first time parents, May 7, 2007

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J. Miller (Grafton, OH) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Furry Logic Parenthood (Hardcover)

I always keep a stash of this book on hand to include with a gift for a new baby. Whether parents are "first-timers" or old pros, they always laugh at this book! There are other "Furry Logic" books--all are great!