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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This memoir tells the story of Eugene Field's lifelong love affair with books. Field, a prominent American journalist and poet, shares anecdotes about his favorite books, libraries, and literary figures. The Love Affairs of a Bibliomaniac is a delightful read for book lovers and...

The book describes how a character, starting with virtually no money and absolutely no knowledge of antiques, managed to learn and bit by bit, claw his way up the trade echelon to finally run a massive antique shop on the Welsh Marches.The tale includes...

Non-traditional gilding techniques, involving synthetic materials, were introduced into the field of gilded objects conservation in the 1980s. Yet, despite the obvious benefits of such materials in terms of their traceability and reversibility, they still meet great resistance from conservators. In the absence of...

When one man raises his sword against the world biggest empire in a quest against all odds to free his people, a battle that will be written on the pages of history rages on. This heroic 2000 year old story follows Son of Star...

Our heroine in these two volumes which total 18 chapters, Mary Eliska GirlDetective Girl Aviatrix, is a well-off young lady whose grandfather AlbertStricklin is a newspaper publisher in Piedmont, California, who supports heras a reporter for his paper The Piedmont Star, aware that she...

Miniature vehicle production in France by 39 manufacturers is represented here by nearly 2000 vehicles described and shown in color photos. Information provided in encyclopedic entries includes vehicles by the companies C.I.J., Cle, France Jouets, J.R.D., Minialuxe, Norev, Quiralu, Rami, and Safir.Author: Edward ForceISBN-10:...

Your Customers Never Stop to Use this Amazing Guide!Is this your first time purchasing a Cricut Maker machine? Do you find it hard to identify how its parts work? You are in the right place!If crafting has a big space in your heart, you...

This book contains how to pray the Holy Rosary with sound meditations and powerful intentions on each mystery. it also contains both the Old and New Testaments Biblical passages of the following: "The Sign of the Cross, the Lord's Prayer, the Hail Mary (Holy...

Covers the full spectrum of identifying, purchasing and restoring historic buildings. Identifies historic building types, how to recognize and purchase them, and how to go about restoring them to their original condition.Author: Ruth AkrightISBN-10: 8869106772ISBN-13: 9798869106773Publisher: Ingram PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/12/2024Pages: 106Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.50lbsSize: 10.00h...

Scorpion Coloring Book Join us on this chilling journey and bring the astonishing scenes to life with an array of vivid color. Budding artists and advanced colorists alike will enjoy hours of fun putting a unique twist on these fun illustrations.Details: 100 Unique &...

Antique and design enthusiasts will recognize Judith Miller's name. Since 2007, she has been an expert appraiser on the BBC's Antiques Roadshow, which is broadcast on PBS, and her Antique Price Guide and Checklist books are the most trusted in the international antiques and...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

Looking for a special gift for that one person you truly love? Unique Birthday Gift, for Girlfriend, Boyfriend, Wife and Husband Get prepared for the upcoming year with this well-designed Journal. A great helpful Journal with plenty of space to collect and write down...

This book is sized to be carried in the field while at the flea markets, antique shops or auctions.Keeping track of your collection is an important task in your collection. This workbook is a collection and listing of all Union planes in the Union...

This book is sized to be carried in the field while at the flea markets, antique shops or auctions.Inventory in the workbook is based off of the Ohio Tool Companies' Catalogue No. 23 (circa 1910)Keeping track of your collection is an important task in...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

Catalogue Of The Greek Coins, Sicily: In The British Museum (1876) is a comprehensive guide to the collection of ancient Greek coins from Sicily held at the British Museum. The book is written by Barclay Vincent Head, a renowned numismatist and curator of the...

""A Reference List To The Stamps Of The Straits Settlements: Surcharged For Use In The Native Protected States (1894)"" by William Brown is a comprehensive guide to the stamps used in the Straits Settlements during the late 19th century. The book specifically focuses on...

Collectibles Market Index Price Guide: To Limited Edition Plates, Figurines, Bells, Graphics, Steins and DollsAuthor: Susan K. JonesISBN-10: 0916838854ISBN-13: 9780916838850Publisher: Schiffer PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/06/1997Pages: 185Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.53lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.33d

Practical Basket Making is a comprehensive guide to the art of making baskets, written by George Wharton James and first published in 1914. The book covers all aspects of basket making, from selecting materials and tools to weaving techniques and finishing touches. It includes...

A combination of original Blenko catalog pages and photographs, this book completes the Blenko "story," covering the much sought after early designs and the later designs readily available to collectors. The first three color catalogs -- designed by Wayne Husted in 1959, 1960, and...

Fatimid Coins In The Collections Of The University Museum, Philadelphia, And The American Numismatic Society is a book written by George Carpenter Miles. It is a comprehensive guide to the Fatimid coins that are part of the collections at the University Museum in Philadelphia...

""A Handbook And Directory Of Old Scottish Clockmakers From 1540 To 1850"" is a reference book written by John Smith and published in 1903. The book is a comprehensive guide to the clockmakers of Scotland, covering a period of over 300 years, from the...

This two-volume biography of the sixteenth-century French potter and natural scientist Bernard Palissy (c.1510-c.1590) was published in 1852, the year after the Great Exhibition, in which Palissy's extraordinary art had been brought before the Victorian public by Minton's highly decorated 'Palissy wares'. Henry Morley...

This beautifully illustrated book offers a detailed examination of the history and techniques of early Italian maiolica pottery. Wallis's expertise in art history and ceramics provides readers with a rich understanding of the cultural and artistic context of these beautiful objects.This work has been...

In Problems in Furniture Making, Fred Duane Crawshaw provides a comprehensive guide to the challenges and issues faced by furniture makers. With the help of detailed illustrations and step-by-step instructions, Crawshaw covers a wide range of topics, from design and materials to manufacturing and...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This book has been considered by academicians and scholars of great significance and value to literature. This forms a part of the knowledge base for future generations. So that the book is never forgotten we have represented this book in a print format as...

This vintage book contains a detailed guide to horse-brasses, first published in 1928. Horse brasses are decorative brass plaques used to adorn horses harnesses, most commonly shire and parade horses. From the mid-19th century they became incredibly popular, but experienced a significant decline in...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

In 1972 Leo and Philippa Bernard bought Chelsea Rare Books, a small antiquarian bookshop in the King's Road, Chelsea, advertised for sale in The Times. The Bernards had no previous experience of bookselling, but Chelsea in the 1970s was a lively place. The stock...

Originally published in the late 19th century, 'Clark's Illustrated Treatise' is a definitive guide to the construction, maintenance, and use of firearms. The book is lavishly illustrated with detailed diagrams and photographs, and includes a comprehensive catalog of guns and related products sold by...

Years of research resulted in 300+ full color pages featuring hundreds of illustrations and detailed explanations. A truly comprehensive presentation of information on work horse harness, this will be useful to practicing teamsters, students, harness makers and anyone who loves horses and mules in...

This beautifully illustrated collector's guide lists and describes over 300 timeless cameras at all levels of development--from the early plate cameras of c. 1900 to the pocket cameras of today. Informative captions provide dates of production, specifications, and current values for each camera. A...

In 2008, I started working on a plan to create a modern, graphic based, data driven, information archive, online auction site; a site that would provide many benefits that Ebay.com does not. A GUI to Ebay's MS-DOS, in this analogy. While Ebay.com has made...

With PEZ(R) dispensers, you get not only peppermint candy, but a toy as well Today PEZ(R) collectors worldwide try to find all the different styles. After PEZ(R) candy and dispensers were brought to the United States in 1952, over 250 different types of character...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

Iroquois Silverwork by Mark R. Harrington is a comprehensive book that explores the history and artistry of silverwork produced by the Iroquois people. The book covers various aspects of Iroquois silverwork, including its history, design, and production techniques. The author provides an in-depth analysis...

The Library is a collection of essays and articles about the history and culture of libraries, books, and reading. The contributors, which include writers, scholars, and librarians, explore various aspects of the subject, such as the architecture of libraries, the art of bookbinding, and...

A history of firearm from the early days of of gunpowder, through the development of matchlock muskets, to the wheellock andvarious incarnations of the flintlock, to the development of the percussion cap and the modern caartridge. It explores the early attempts at breech loading...

"Cornlegus Di Journeyman" is a compelling and multi-dimensional story that blends elements of fantasy, destiny, and the eternal struggle between good and evil. The character of Cornlegus, blessed with unique abilities and shaped by his mother's sacrifices, provides a strong foundation for exploring themes...

Maybe you have a little family tradition that helps show the little girls in your world their own incredible worth. Maybe it's time to start creating memories that will have an impact and last for generations? Your little one can add herself via the...