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Fantastic book. I would love to have the ability to purchase a copy for everyone, everywhere. Maira Kalman appreciates the small treasures and minute details that we, generally speaking, may overlook in our day to day goings on. Along with this sought after ability, Kalman applies these small, sometimes meaningless, objects and experiences to a more holistic view. The author asks herself and the reader, larger life questions which continue to flee from our grasp. We are left with the same questions, however, Kalman leaves us with more contentment than we had on page one.
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The Principles of Uncertainty by Maira Kalman
cleo, April 1, 2009
Fantastic book. I would love to have the ability to purchase a copy for everyone, everywhere. Maira Kalman appreciates the small treasures and minute details that we, generally speaking, may overlook in our day to day goings on. Along with this sought after ability, Kalman applies these small, sometimes meaningless, objects and experiences to a more holistic view. The author asks herself and the reader, larger life questions which continue to flee from our grasp. We are left with the same questions, however, Kalman leaves us with more contentment than we had on page one.(4 of 9 readers found this comment helpful)