In this book, learn the basic know-how and techniques for traditional calligraphy through four classic alphabets: Foundational Hand, Italic Hand, Uncial Hand and one form of Gothic Hand. These styles are essential first steps into the world of lettering, and will form invaluable grounding in your calligraphic journey. Become familiar with what pens and papers to use, pen angles, pen nibs, key terminology, stroke directions, letter spacing and more to achieve classic letter design - all within a handy, pocket-sized book. Originally produced by William Mitchell, manufacturers of premium calligraphy products.

Do you think you could ever love someone enough to let them go? How much would you sacrifice for love? Imperfect Perfection is a story of unconditional love, of a mother's struggle for survival, both emotionally and physically, and her journey to gain the trust of her family. Sacrifices are made each moment of every day. Could the yearning to live happily be greater than the desire for life itself? Eve Browning was a fun-loving single woman, laughing with her friends at her local coffee bar. Her beauty captivated every passer-by but she found it hard to ignore the stares from across the booth. The handsome stranger's soft grey eyes hypnotised her and she was hooked. It had been impossible to not notice her - she was the most amazingly perfect thing he had ever seen. He had thought such an image could only exist in his imagination, but now Matthew knew he had found the woman of his dreams. As their lives entwine, their future takes an unexpected turn. Each locked in their own turmoil and distress, they wish life could be as simple as ordering coffee. Eve watches her children from afar while desperately longing to be a part of their lives. Can she be the perfect mother and wife and still be the free spirit she has always aspired to be? In the end, her children will have to try to find the answers . . .