Alice Brière-Haquet Book order

The Pocket Philosophy series introduces readers of all ages to the biggest names in philosophy. Epictetus is reminding us to focus only on what we can control - our own actions - and not spend time worrying about what we can't control.

The Pocket Philosophy series introduces readers of all ages to the biggest names in philosophy. Zhuangzi's story of the dreaming philosopher and the butterfly is meant to challenge us to think about one big question: how do we really know what's real?

The Pocket Philosophy series introduces readers of all ages to the biggest names in philosophy. In this story, Heidegger is exploring the relationship between 'beings' and their environments. How much does each - the rock, the lizard and the human - understand of the world around them?

The Pocket Philosophy series introduces readers of all ages to the biggest names in philosophy. The porcupine dilemma is a metaphor about the challenges of human intimacy. Schopenhauer believed that, despite our good intentions, human intimacy cannot occur without substantial harm.

The biography highlights the life and career of jazz legend Nina Simone, showcasing her musical journey alongside the challenges she encountered as an African-American woman. It emphasizes her significant role in the civil rights movement, illustrating her resilience and activism. The book is enhanced by evocative black-and-white illustrations that complement the moving prose, creating a powerful tribute to Simone's legacy and impact on music and society.

This cleverly designed counting book shows what happens when you push a bear a little too far

Everyone knows the Eiffel Tower, yet no one knows the love story that led to its construction. Author Alice Brière-Haquet and illustrator Csil have pooled their creative talents to tell this touching story about overcoming hardship with clever invention fueled by love. Mr. and Mrs. Eiffel are a happy couple enjoying living in the most romantic city in the world, Paris. Until one day, Mrs. Eiffel begins to feel desperately unwell. The experts are unanimous: the only thing that can save her is fresh air. Her husband, a bright engineer, decides he will take matters into his own hands and build a tower that will reach the clouds in an attempt to restore her health. Csil’s poetically minimal illustrations in black, white, and pink are incredibly evocative, and Alice Brière-Haquet’s words are a delight to read aloud.