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A Mother Is a Story

A Celebration of Motherhood
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A Mother Is a Story by Brooklyn-based artist Samantha Hahn is a beautifully illustrated celebration of motherhood, blending hand-lettered quotes with ethereal watercolour art. The book captures the complex, joyous, and sometimes messy experience of being a mother through a range of witty, irreverent, and touching sentiments. Featuring contributions from notable figures across various fields, it offers a rich tapestry of wisdom and emotion that honours the spirit of motherhood.
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This book is ideal for new and experienced mothers, those interested in parenting and family themes, and anyone seeking a heartfelt gift for occasions such as Mother's Day or baby showers. It will also appeal to readers who appreciate artistic, sentimental keepsakes celebrating motherhood.

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An inspiring collection of quotes, hand rendered in signature watercolours.

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Capturing Brooklyn-based artist Samantha Hahn's modern sensibility, A Mother Is a Story: A Celebration of Motherhood is a stunning collection of hand-lettered quotes and ethereal illustrations. Rendered in Hahn's signature watercolours, the book portrays the shared experience of motherhood in all its glorious, messy, sublime beauty.

With quotes that range from witty and irreverent to touching and thoughtful, each page presents sentiments and snippets of wisdom that celebrate the spirit of motherhood. Contributions come from literary icons, political activists, lifestyle bloggers, fashion designers, and more.

A Mother Is a Story is published in conjunction with Stories for My Child: A Mother's Memory Journal, a guided journal for capturing all the moments of motherhood, small and spectacular, from pregnancy through your child's adolescence. Together or separately, they make the perfect gift for Mother's Day and baby showers.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781419720154

Publisher: Abrams

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 22 March 2016

Country: United States

Imprint: Abrams

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 186.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 500g

Pages: 112

About the Author

Samantha Hahn is known for her lush and ethereal watercolors, which have been exhibited internationΒ­ally. Her debut book, Well-Read Women, has been described as β€œan instant classic.” She lives in Brooklyn with her family.

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