Words To Live By

by Mary Engelbreit

America's most celebrated illustrator says that it's the words and wisdom of others that have inspired many of her most adored pieces of art. "So many of my greeting cards, calendars, and drawings," says Mary Engelbreit, "illustrate thoughts or ideas from other people." "To Imagine Is Everything," "Life Is Just a Chair of Bowlies," and "Home Is Where the Heart Is" are just a handful of the well-known quotes on life that Mary has used to accompany some of her best-loved work. Mary Engelbreit's Words to Live By gathers these pearls of wisdom in one keepsake book that her vast number of fans will want to give as gifts-and keep for themselves, too. This beautifully produced gift book offers Mary's now-famous insights on living from her favorite writers and closest friends. Whether it's a verse from scripture, the humorous insight of a child, folk wisdom from Mary's friends, or a proverb from a place far, far away, the insights, inspirations, and illustrations in Words to Live By will capture the imagination of Mary's fans everywhere.

Genres: Inspirational

96 pages, Hardcover

First published October 1, 1999

About the author

Mary Engelbreit grew up studying the illustrations in the vintage storybooks of her mother’s childhood, and she developed a unique style that harkens back to those simpler times. Mary’s distinctive images have made her a celebrity to millions, who eagerly snap up gift items, calendars, books, fabrics, and more.

Mary’s New York Times bestselling The Night Before Christmas is part of the holiday tradition for families across the country. Other beloved additions to a child’s first bookshelf are her New York Times bestselling Mary Engelbreit's Mother Goose and Mary Engelbreit's Nursery Tales, which are perfect companions to this volume.

Reviews

[Julie Carithers Overstreet · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great sayings and of course, words to live by.

[Tina Harden]

Lovely collection of quotes from a variety of sources. From great writers, spiritual guides, thinkers, word of mouth, folk wisdom and Mary Engelbreit herself.

This is a lovely stocking stuffer or gift basket item. It isn't a book I'd buy for my shelf. There are nice illustrations used throughout. Some font choices make it difficult to read the text but it isn't a deal breaker.