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Forrest Fenn’s Treasure Remote Viewed
Important update: Forrest Fenn has confirmed to the Santa Fe New Mexican the treasure chest has been found (reported June 07, 2020). Well done, 'Back East'! Kiwi Joe. For some time now, I have been looking for a popular mystery to demonstrate the power of remote viewing. Mr. Fenn's treasure hunt was perfect for that project, and with the agreement of my client, I released two books using the session work I completed for myself. The detailed remote viewing maps and accompanying data are significant for treasure hunters. This first book alone had significant information to help crack Forrest Fenn's cryptic clues, and to help verify solutions and strategies or to rethink them. The book shows how Mr. Fenn hid the chest at the site and where he hid it, once the treasure hunter was close enough to throw a rock at it. I included a bird's eye view of the immediate area, and as a bonus, I took a peek inside the chest. The book includes 16 full-page illustrations from five remote view sessions, together with my analysis of the data and conclusions. Additionally, there's a resource list of relevant literature as well as other online sources for both treasure hunters and remote viewers. The book is divided into two parts with all illustrations included in the second part. You can find my contact details in the back of the books if you have any questions or suggestions. Remote Viewing uses an ESP ability found in all of us to view a distant or unseen object by means of a disciplined approach originally developed under the auspices of the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) and the Stanford Research Institute (SRI) in the 1970s.
Sex Games for Couples
If you want to spice up your relationship, then keep reading...It doesn't matter if you have been together for many years or for just a few months, sometimes relationships are just losing the spark. But even if the spark is lost, you don't have to lose each other! It is not always obvious what led to a lack of interest. Plain sex, lack of communication, unfulfilled expectations. Even if you did everything right, sometimes you just lose momentum.Whether you have experience or not, you have to see sex as a form of creativity and entertainment and it's one of life's greatest joys.By reading the book Sex Games for Couples by Donna Prince you will discover: Sex Funny Games40 Steamy Sex Games for Couples to Play5 Couples Intimacy Exercises for Connecting with Your PartnerQuiz Questions to Spice Up your Sex LifeHow to Improve Complicity in CouplesFlirty Foreplay for the SensesSensual Chatter and Dirty TalkEnjoying Sex Toys with Your PartnerRole-Playing and Erotic Fantasies and much more...Even if you think it's too late or you feel too shy to improve your relationship, with this book you can find ways to do it through many different sex games!BUY NOW and have fun with your partner!
Medallic History Of Napoleon. A Collection Of All The Medals, Coins, And Jettons, Relating To His Actions And Reign. From The Year 1796-1815
Napoleon's story hammered into metal. Every medal records a moment. Compiled by Louis Millin, Aubin, this exhaustive napoleonic medal collection gathers the coins, medals and jettons tied to his campaigns and reign from 1796 to 1815. Part historical coin catalog and part illustrated medal guide, it functions as a practical numismatic reference book and an elegant inventory of french empire memorabilia and military history artifacts. Its systematic entries pair precise descriptions with dated context, turning isolated pieces into a coherent visual chronicle that anchors european numismatics to the wider sweep of napoleonic era history. Beyond its value as a collector's checklist, the volume is a research tool for curators and historians: a museum reference guide for display, provenance work and comparative study, and a source of typological evidence for those reconstructing mint practices and commemorative programmes. Its typologies and die descriptions provide comparative anchors for provenance research and situate medals within campaign chronologies. Curatorial teams have long relied on works like this to support exhibition labels and to identify otherwise anonymous pieces. By preserving imagery and inscriptions from early 19th century France it captures the official language of power and public memory, a unique complement to military narratives and archival records. Antique coin collectors and dealers will find its order and clarity indispensable for tracing emperor napoleon collectibles and related french empire memorabilia, while specialists in european numismatics will appreciate the sober rigour of its headings and cross-references. Readable as well as rigorous, the work reaches beyond cabinet rooms: casual readers intrigued by napoleonic era history are rewarded by tangible links to campaign dates and ceremonies, and classic-literature collectors will value the book as a period companion that evokes artistic and textual networks of the age. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike.
Medals Of The Renaissance
Small discs, great stories. Beauty cast in precious metal. Medals Of The Renaissance, by George Francis Hill, reveals fifteenth-century Italy, where portraiture, civic pride and humanist learning converge in miniature sculpture. Part scholarly catalogue and part decorative arts anthology, Hill's study traces the emergence of Italian Renaissance medals and explains their place within renaissance art history. Written with a collector's eye and a curator's rigour, it functions as a practical guide to building a medallic art collection and as an art collector reference, while its clear, descriptive prose makes the specialised field of historical numismatics approachable for casual readers. Hill's methodical descriptions and typologies helped shape later catalogues and museum practice; his observations continue to inform european art appreciation and serve as a sound museum studies resource. There is evident historical significance: the book situates objects from fifteenth century Italy within wider renaissance period culture and connects neatly to the Leonardo da Vinci era without resorting to jargon. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Practical yet evocative, the work balances precise scholarship with an enthusiasm that will please classical art enthusiasts as much as classic-literature collectors. Students, curators and exhibition-makers, along with anyone captivated by renaissance art history, will find a rich, accessible reference; those assembling a medallic art collection gain the vocabulary and context needed to judge a piece with confidence. Alongside measured attributions and careful comparisons, Hill maps networks of patronage and workshop practice that gave these medals their meaning. Useful in classroom discussion, gallery interpretation and private study, the volume offers steady returns to readers who revisit its pages. Casual readers encounter immediate human stories; scholars and museum professionals keep it as a steady companion to the study of renaissance period culture.
Medallic History Of Napoleon. A Collection Of All The Medals, Coins, And Jettons, Relating To His Actions And Reign. From The Year 1796-1815
A visual chronicle of empire and ambition. Every medal tells a campaign. Collectors will find it indispensable. Louis Millin's Medallic History of Napoleon assembles the medals, coins and jettons struck during the campaigns and reign of Napoleon Bonaparte from 1796 to 1815 into a carefully organised catalogue. More than a register, this classic numismatics compendium explains the language of images and inscriptions that transformed metal into public memory. Presented as an illustrated numismatic guide and a practical historical coin reference, it helps identify issues, trace iconography and place each piece within the tumult of the Napoleonic wars era. The book's careful ordering and descriptive notes make it a natural museum reference book and a resource for those who handle french empire memorabilia or study european royal medals. As a napoleonic medal collection it connects battlefield, court and mint, showing how small issues served as public statements and instruments of commemoration. For students of early 19th century France the volume is a contemporary window on how regimes celebrated victories, rewarded loyalty and shaped reputations. It also speaks to collectors: napoleon bonaparte collectibles and military history artifacts find context here, while antique coin collectors of all levels can consult its listings for comparison and provenance clues. Casual readers will be drawn to the vivid sweep of history encoded in small objects; classic-literature collectors will appreciate the book's place in the period bibliography and its role as a documentary artefact. Carefully paced prose brings numismatic detail to life without losing sight of the human stories these pieces commemorate, making the work as useful on a curator's bench as it is on a living-room table. Practically, its indexing and cross-references assist identification, dating and display - tools for catalogue-making, exhibition labelling and provenance comparison. The book's original voice anchors it in its moment, making it as much a primary historical artefact as a reference text for anyone fascinated by napoleon bonaparte collectibles and the material culture of command. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike.
Medals Of The Renaissance
Medals Of The Renaissance brings into sharp focus the small, resonant objects that carried portrait, praise and politics across courts and ateliers. Miniature marvels that shaped history. George Francis Hill's study reads as both an authoritative European medal catalogue and a readable historical medals reference, marrying meticulous description with cultural narrative across fifteenth century Europe and the Italian centres of artistic patronage. As a contribution to Renaissance art history, it situates medals at the intersection of portraiture, patronage and material culture, showing their central place among Renaissance Italy artefacts and within any decorative arts collection. The book functions as both an art historians' resource and a numismatic studies guide, accessible to curious readers while supplying the precise entries that collectors and curators require. Part of George Francis Hill's works, this volume has long been treated as an antique medals compendium and a practical European reference for museum and academic use. Its historical significance rests in the way it ties numismatic detail to social history and visual culture: medals emerge not merely as objects but as records of taste, diplomacy and identity within Italian Renaissance culture and fifteenth century Europe. Casual readers will find human stories: tastes, rivalries and commissions that bring the era to life; classic-literature collectors, museum professionals and private connoisseurs will value the measured scholarship and reliable cross-references that support research, exhibition loans and provenance enquiries. Presented for the modern reader and the collector alike, this is a natural addition to any decorative arts collection or museum collectors edition. Its pages suit both careful study and casual browsing by collectors and students alike. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike.
Metal Detecting Journal
If you're a detectorist who loves hunting for treasures with your metal detector, this logbook is a perfect way to keep track of your information, details & your finds. Each page includes prompts & space for writing: Date Start TimeMachine UsedSettings UsedLocationGPSItems You FindNotesJournals are a great way you can look back on everything you have found. Keep all your important information all in one place. Plenty of blank lined notes to record any other info you wish such as any special coin you found, a unique finding, ways to improve, what you may need help with next time, a funny experience while hunting, etc. Will also make a great gift for the metal detecting hunters in your life. Easy to use. Size is 6x9 inches, quality white paper, soft matte finish cover, 100 pages, paperback. Order one today!
In the Service of Our Country
The U.S. Service Flag is a unique area of Americana. In this comprehensive study, author Jerry Dutscheck has gathered together more than 280 Service Flags and related artifacts - over 500 photos in total - including many previously unpublished from private collections. The scope is not limited to just flags and banners, but includes such things as badges and other awards, posters, magazine covers, even patriotic recordings and sheet music. Jerry Dutscheck spent more than nine years meticulously researching these flags and their stories. A must for collectors, historians and anyone interested in the pageantry of Service Flags.
Catalogue of the Greek and Roman coins in the numismatic collection of Yale College
Step into the world of classical antiquity with this authoritative catalogue of the Greek and Roman coins in the renowned Yale numismatic collection. Every entry is a doorway to lost civilisations-each coin a relic of ancient currency, trade, and artistry. For historians, archaeologists, and passionate collectors alike, this volume offers a meticulously organised reference, illuminating the stories behind some of history's most significant coinage. Jonathan Edwards's work stands as a cornerstone of numismatic literature, providing an indispensable ancient coin reference for those who study or collect Greek and Roman coins. With precise descriptions and scholarly insight, it serves both as a practical coin collectors' resource and as a historical coin guide for anyone drawn to the mysteries of the ancient world. The catalogue's careful structure makes it accessible to newcomers, yet its depth rewards the experienced student of ancient world numismatics and classical studies. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Whether you seek to enrich your classical studies reference library or simply marvel at the artistry and history of ancient coins, this enduring work invites you to explore the treasures of the Yale numismatic collection.
Metal Detecting Log Book
Do you love the thrill of the hunt? Do you need a logbook to record all your treasures? This Metal Detecting notebook is the perfect tool to track and organize all your finds while searching for hidden treasure. Plenty of space to record all your information in an easy to use format. Features: 100 Metal Detecting log pagesRecord: date, time, location, GPS, machine used, machine settingsRecord: item, condition, and estimated valueDetails: Size: 6" x 9" Pages: 104PaperbackMatte finishOrder this book today to start recording all the items you find while out on a treasure hunting adventure. Makes a great gift for beginners and experienced detectorists. A fun gift for metal club members.
Firearms Record Book
This Firearms Record Book journal is a perfect way you can keep track of your gun collection. The interior contains prompts and space to record the following: Master Index - Log the Gun, Serial Number, & Page Number.Insurance Details - Write Company, Policy Number, Start/ End Date, Price, Coverage Type, Contact Info, & Notes.Gun Information - Record Brand, Model, Action, Gauge or Caliber, Barrel, Sights, Stocks or Grips, Serial #, Condition, Unique Marks, Acquisition Date, Cost, Appraised Value, Where Acquired, Comments, History, Repairs, Sold To, & Selling Price.Acquisition Information - Log Purchased From, Address, Contact Number, Date, Price Paid, ID Number, DOB, Condition, and Comments. Disposition Information - Write Transfer/ Sold To, Address, Contact Number, Date, Price Paid, ID Number, DOB, Condition, Lost/ Stolen, Details, Notes for any other important information. Also makes a great gift for that special person in your life who collects guns or is a gun enthusiast. Simple and easy to use. Size is 8.5x11 inches, 148 pages, soft matte finish cover, white paper, black ink, paperback.
The 56 Colorful Ethnic Groups of China
There are 56 separate ethnic groups in China, some with histories going back thousands of years. Scattered throughout China, the groups have different cultures, eating habits, languages, musical traditions, living conditions, traditional costumes and religious beliefs. Many of these groups have languages of their own that are still spoken today. By outlining these different groups and showing them in their natural habitat this book takes a look at an element of the Chinese culture that is rarely seen. Whether it's the ancient Dongba religion of the Naxi, the world famous tea production of the She, the gentle and beautiful folk songs of the Bouyei or the ancestor-worshiping Zhuang, one is struck by the richness of Chinese ethnic life and the great variety of its dress. For example, the clothing of the Mongolian ethnic group located in northwest China reflects a long and rich nomadic tradition. Jewelry, robes, belts and boots are the four main elements of this ethnic group. Mongolian women wear head ornaments made from gold, silver, pearl and agate. The culture of the Miao people living in Southern China is also reflected in their clothing which has been called the most beautiful in the world. Miao clothing is renowned for its world-famous embroidery as well as for its eye-catching colors and intricate silver decorations. This book, through written summaries and color photographs of the costumes of each of the various ethnicities, gives the reader a rare opportunity to see this diverse and complicated element of Chinese culture. The special attire of each ethnic group is described in words and color photographs, organized so as to show the striking complexity and variety of the various forms of ethnic dress in China.
The 56 Colorful Ethnic Groups of China
There are 56 separate ethnic groups in China, some with histories going back thousands of years. Scattered throughout China, the groups have different cultures, eating habits, languages, musical traditions, living conditions, traditional costumes and religious beliefs. Many of these groups have languages of their own that are still spoken today. By outlining these different groups and showing them in their natural habitat this book takes a look at an element of the Chinese culture that is rarely seen. Whether it's the ancient Dongba religion of the Naxi, the world famous tea production of the She, the gentle and beautiful folk songs of the Bouyei or the ancestor-worshiping Zhuang, one is struck by the richness of Chinese ethnic life and the great variety of its dress. For example, the clothing of the Mongolian ethnic group located in northwest China reflects a long and rich nomadic tradition. Jewelry, robes, belts and boots are the four main elements of this ethnic group. Mongolian women wear head ornaments made from gold, silver, pearl and agate. The culture of the Miao people living in Southern China is also reflected in their clothing which has been called the most beautiful in the world. Miao clothing is renowned for its world-famous embroidery as well as for its eye-catching colors and intricate silver decorations. This book, through written summaries and color photographs of the costumes of each of the various ethnicities, gives the reader a rare opportunity to see this diverse and complicated element of Chinese culture. The special attire of each ethnic group is described in words and color photographs, organized so as to show the striking complexity and variety of the various forms of ethnic dress in China.
The Story of Michael’s Museum
Michael's Museum, a collection of over 105 collections of Tiny Treasures is a permanent exhibit at Chicago Children's Museum on Navy Pier. This is the story of how Michael's Museum came to be. It includes stories, photographs, and activities dealing with collecting. Be Amazed! Be Amused! Be Astounded! Experience the Joy! Feel the Magic!
An American Four-In-Hand In Britain
An American Four-In-Hand In Britain This book is a result of an effort made by us towards making a contribution to the preservation and repair of original classic literature. In an attempt to preserve, improve and recreate the original content, we have worked towards: 1. Type-setting & Reformatting: The complete work has been re-designed via professional layout, formatting and type-setting tools to re-create the same edition with rich typography, graphics, high quality images, and table elements, giving our readers the feel of holding a 'fresh and newly' reprinted and/or revised edition, as opposed to other scanned & printed (Optical Character Recognition - OCR) reproductions. 2. Correction of imperfections: As the work was re-created from the scratch, therefore, it was vetted to rectify certain conventional norms with regard to typographical mistakes, hyphenations, punctuations, blurred images, missing content/pages, and/or other related subject matters, upon our consideration. Every attempt was made to rectify the imperfections related to omitted constructs in the original edition via other references. However, a few of such imperfections which could not be rectified due to intentional\unintentional omission of content in the original edition, were inherited and preserved from the original work to maintain the authenticity and construct, relevant to the work. We believe that this work holds historical, cultural and/or intellectual importance in the literary works community, therefore despite the oddities, we accounted the work for print as a part of our continuing effort towards preservation of literary work and our contribution towards the development of the society as a whole, driven by our beliefs. We are grateful to our readers for putting their faith in us and accepting our imperfections with regard to preservation of the historical content. HAPPY READING!
Satana. Raccolta Universale
Tradotta dal francese, la raccolta "Satana" propone un interessante insieme di aneddoti, episodi e avventure del prestigiatore italiano Bartolomeo Bosco, pubblicati quando l'artista era ancora in vita. Si tratta per lo pi羅 di rigonfiamenti di reali accadimenti o aneddoti inventati di sana pianta allo scopo di promuovere la reputazione del pi羅 famoso mago dell'epoca. L'edizione non 癡 anastatica e presenta piccole correzioni rispetto all'originale e annotazioni a cura di Alex Rusconi. L'edizione proposta 癡 quella del 1860.
Shotguns, All Types - TM 9-285 US Army Technical Manual (1942 World War II Civilian Reference Edition)
Master Your Collectible Shotgun With This Expert Military GuidebookPrepare yourself and brush up on your skills with this unabridged, high-quality World War II Civilian Reference Edition reissue of the official Shotguns, All Types TM 9-285 US Army War Department Technical Manual, 1942 release. This unclassified civilian reference edition manual represents the best knowledge about shotguns and firearms in general from the World War II era and is packed full of essential tips and technique for using and maintaining firearms for hunting, marksmanship, and defense.Contents include essential knowledge about vintage and classic shotguns that were used during the World War II era for defense and hunting, including Winchester 12-Gage, Stevens 12-Gage, Ithaca 12-Gage, Remington 12-Gage, and Savage 12-Gage models. Also discussed within this manual are complete part breakdowns with dozens of illustrations for common vintage shotgun models, instructions for maintenance, instructions for when the firearm stops firing, and information on ammunition types.Gain essential hunting and firearms handling skills for your classic shotgun collection. Great for learning the ins-and-outs of shotgun function and fundamentals, as well. Not just for military personnel, this book is a great gift for outdoors enthusiasts, hunters, and firearms collectors!A part of the Military Outdoors Skills Series: Volume 6This Doublebit Historic Edition reprint of Shotguns, All Types - TM 9-285 (1942) is professionally restored and presented from the original source with the highest degree of fidelity possible. Available in both paperback and hardcover, readers can enjoy this Civilian Reference Edition reissue for generations to come and learn from its timeless knowledge.About the Doublebit Military Outdoors Skills SeriesMilitary manuals contain essential knowledge about outdoors life, thriving while in the field, and self-sufficiency. Unfortunately, many great military books, field manuals, and technical guides over the years have become less available and harder to find. These have either been rescinded by the armed forces or are otherwise out of print due to their age. This does not mean that these texts are worthless or "out of date" - in fact, the opposite is true! It is true that the US Military frequently updates its manuals as its protocols have changed based on the times and combat situations that our armed services face. However, the knowledge about the outdoors over the entire history of military publication is timeless!By publishing the Military Outdoors Skills Series, it is our goal at Doublebit Press to do what we can to preserve and share historic military works, such as army field manuals (the FM series), technical manuals (the TM series), and other military books that hold timeless knowledge about outdoors life, navigation, and survival. Through remastered reprint editions of military handbooks and field manuals, we can preserve the time-tested skills and institutional knowledge that was learned through hard lessons and training by the U.S. Military and our expert soldiers.
Shotguns, All Types - TM 9-285 US Army Technical Manual (1942 World War II Civilian Reference Edition)
Master Your Collectible Shotgun With This Expert Military GuidebookPrepare yourself and brush up on your skills with this unabridged, high-quality World War II Civilian Reference Edition reissue of the official Shotguns, All Types TM 9-285 US Army War Department Technical Manual, 1942 release. This unclassified civilian reference edition manual represents the best knowledge about shotguns and firearms in general from the World War II era and is packed full of essential tips and technique for using and maintaining firearms for hunting, marksmanship, and defense.Contents include essential knowledge about vintage and classic shotguns that were used during the World War II era for defense and hunting, including Winchester 12-Gage, Stevens 12-Gage, Ithaca 12-Gage, Remington 12-Gage, and Savage 12-Gage models. Also discussed within this manual are complete part breakdowns with dozens of illustrations for common vintage shotgun models, instructions for maintenance, instructions for when the firearm stops firing, and information on ammunition types.Gain essential hunting and firearms handling skills for your classic shotgun collection. Great for learning the ins-and-outs of shotgun function and fundamentals, as well. Not just for military personnel, this book is a great gift for outdoors enthusiasts, hunters, and firearms collectors!A part of the Military Outdoors Skills Series: Volume 6This Doublebit Historic Edition reprint of Shotguns, All Types - TM 9-285 (1942) is professionally restored and presented from the original source with the highest degree of fidelity possible. Available in both paperback and hardcover, readers can enjoy this Civilian Reference Edition reissue for generations to come and learn from its timeless knowledge.About the Doublebit Military Outdoors Skills SeriesMilitary manuals contain essential knowledge about outdoors life, thriving while in the field, and self-sufficiency. Unfortunately, many great military books, field manuals, and technical guides over the years have become less available and harder to find. These have either been rescinded by the armed forces or are otherwise out of print due to their age. This does not mean that these texts are worthless or "out of date" - in fact, the opposite is true! It is true that the US Military frequently updates its manuals as its protocols have changed based on the times and combat situations that our armed services face. However, the knowledge about the outdoors over the entire history of military publication is timeless!By publishing the Military Outdoors Skills Series, it is our goal at Doublebit Press to do what we can to preserve and share historic military works, such as army field manuals (the FM series), technical manuals (the TM series), and other military books that hold timeless knowledge about outdoors life, navigation, and survival. Through remastered reprint editions of military handbooks and field manuals, we can preserve the time-tested skills and institutional knowledge that was learned through hard lessons and training by the U.S. Military and our expert soldiers.
Build Up Your LEGO Winter Village
Expand your LEGO Winter Village with these brand new models! This holiday season, get ready to grow your LEGO winter wonderland! Within these pages you'll find complete instructions and full brick lists to build a collection of brand new Winter Village models, as well as step-by-step guidance on how to buy all the pieces you'll need through Bricklink.com - LEGO's official online marketplace.In this book, relive some of your favourite Christmas classic stories with instructions for: a Scrooge Housea Hansom Caba Grump Housea Grump Treea Grump Sleigha Gingerbread HouseTurn on the Christmas classics, brew up some hot cocoa, and get building with this perfect festive family activity.
Build Up Your LEGO Winter Village
Expand your LEGO Winter Village with these brand new models! This holiday season, get ready to grow your LEGO winter wonderland! Within these pages you'll find complete instructions and full brick lists to build a collection of brand new Winter Village models, as well as step-by-step guidance on how to buy all the pieces you'll need through Bricklink.com - LEGO's official online marketplace.In this book, bring the excitement of a Christmas parade to your Winter Village with instructions for: a Gingerbread Floata Sleigh Floata Presents Floata Rooftop Floata Fire Trucka Fire Stationa Gas Stationa Cola TruckTurn on the Christmas classics, brew up some hot cocoa, and get building with this perfect festive family activity.
Build Up Your LEGO Winter Village
Expand your LEGO Winter Village with these brand new models! This holiday season, get ready to grow your LEGO winter wonderland! Within these pages you'll find complete instructions and full brick lists to build a collection of brand new Winter Village models, as well as step-by-step guidance on how to buy all the pieces you'll need through Bricklink.com - LEGO's official online marketplace.In this book, have a rustic Christmas and head up to the snow covered mountains with instructions for: a Woodcarveran Ice Sculpture displaya Ski Slopea Chaleta Tree with Robina Gypsy WagonTurn on the Christmas classics, brew up some hot cocoa, and get building with this perfect festive family activity.
Build Up Your LEGO Winter Village
Expand your LEGO Winter Village with these brand new models! This holiday season, get ready to grow your LEGO winter wonderland! Within these pages you'll find complete instructions and full brick lists to build a collection of brand new Winter Village models, as well as step-by-step guidance on how to buy all the pieces you'll need through Bricklink.com - LEGO's official online marketplace.In this book, create the ultimate Christmas Express with instructions for: a Christmas Locomotivea Passenger Cara Hot Cocoa Tankera Reindeer Cara Gingerbread Cara Present Cara Christmas Tree CarTurn on the Christmas classics, brew up some hot cocoa, and get building with this perfect festive family activity.
Build Up Your LEGO Halloween Village
Celebrate Halloween LEGO-style with these brand new models! Within these pages you'll find complete instructions and full brick lists to build a collection of brand new Halloween train models, as well as step-by-step guidance on how to buy all the pieces you'll need through Bricklink.com - LEGO's official online marketplace. In this book, swap the steam train for a scream train with instructions for: a Halloween Locomotivea Pumpkin Cara Toxic Tankera Frankenstein Cara Man-Eating Plant Cara Skeletal Stock Cara CabooseTurn on the spooky music, get out the trick or treat candy, and get building with this perfect spooky family activity.
Build Up Your LEGO Winter Village
Expand your LEGO Winter Village with these brand new models! This holiday season, get ready to grow your LEGO winter wonderland! Within these pages you'll find complete instructions and full brick lists to build a collection of brand new Winter Village models, as well as step-by-step guidance on how to buy all the pieces you'll need through Bricklink.com - LEGO's official online marketplace.In this book, expand the ultimate Christmas train with instructions for: a Sleigh Cara Dining Cara Candy Machine Cara Mail Cara Snow Globe Cara Light Reel Caran Igloo Car Turn on the Christmas classics, brew up some hot cocoa, and get building with this perfect festive family activity.
Mindfulness Meditations for Stress
100 Practical exercises to build a lasting mindfulness practice Stress can manifest in different ways, making it all the more important to check in with yourself and live mindfully. Mindfulness Meditations for Stress is filled with dozens of simple, straightforward meditations that cover a wide spectrum of stressors so you can ease tension and create calm in your life no matter what hardships life presents. Whether your stress is high or low, acute or chronic, these mindfulness meditations offer a way to peacefully attend to your needs, increasing your resilience to stress and supporting a lifelong mindfulness journey. You'll find meditations for calming the mind and body, managing everyday and chronic stress, and alleviating tension related to big life events like divorce, moving, or the loss of a loved one. Mindfulness Meditations for Stress includes: Learn the basics-Get a brief introduction on mindfulness and meditation, how they can ease stress, and the best ways to put them into practice. Specific stressors-Explore meditations for managing stress related to specific events, from sitting in traffic and paying bills, to job loss and becoming a parent. 5-Minute meditations-Discover quick meditations you can easily work into your busy schedule, including anxiety reduction in a pinch, stress relief through music, and more. Learn how to use mindfulness to combat stress and find peace with Mindfulness Meditations for Stress.
Pinot Rocks
Intense, but elegant. Spirited, yet refined. The complexities that describe Michael Browne's wines describe his life experiences, too. With a tumultuous childhood and an adolescence filled with feelings of isolation, Michael joined the circus when he was twelve. By eighteen, he was a featured performer, fire-eater, unicyclist, high-wire walker, and trapeze artist. But it was during his work in the restaurant industry years later when Michael realized the simple beauty-and potential-of family and friends enjoying the perfect bottle of wine together.Michael co-founded his first California winery, Kosta Browne, in 1997 with a few hundred dollars and the goal of helping people create meaningful moments with one another. In Pinot Rocks, Michael shares his journey and offers insight and inspiration for those who believe in the American dream and choose to never stop pursuing it. No matter the goals you set for yourself, this book will motivate you to follow your passions and turn your dreams into reality.
Van Gogh
JOURNAL NOTEBOOK featuring a famous painting from our Vincent Van Gogh covers series.SIZE: A5 with 150 lightly lined, dot grid, and vintage paper style blank pages.USEFUL FOR note taking, journaling, recipes, or planning at your home, office, or school.PERFECT TO USE with pencils, pens, and colored pencils.MAKES A GREAT GIFT IDEA for a writer, artist, or any creative person.ACCENT any coffee table or bookshelf decor with this beautiful notebook.
Aggretsuko Figurine and Illustrated Book: With Sound! (Rp Minis)
Time to rage with this unique miniature Retsuko figurine based on the hit Netflix show!From terrible commutes to harsh deadlines, unsympathetic bosses and the struggles of the daily grind, this collectable Aggretsuko Figurine is here to help you EMBRACE THE RAGE or just remember that tomorrow is a new day. This miniature kit includes: A one-of-a-kind 3" figurine of Retsuko in rocking out in rage-mode and button that plays a heavy metal tuneAn illustrated 32-page book with quotes, character profiles, and art from the show
The Madman’s Library
This fascinating and bizarre collection compiles the most unusual, obscure books from the far reaches of the human imagination throughout history. From the author of the critically acclaimed bestsellers The Phantom Atlas and The Sky Atlas comes a unique and beautifully illustrated journey through the history of literature. The Madman's Library delves into its darkest territories to hunt down the oddest books and manuscripts ever written, uncovering the intriguing stories behind their creation. Books written in blood and books that kill, books of the insane and books that hoaxed the globe, books invisible to the naked eye and books so long they could destroy the Universe, books worn into battle and books of code and cypher whose secrets remain undiscovered. Spell books, alchemist scrolls, wearable books, edible books, books to summon demons, books written by ghosts, and more all come together in the most curiously strange library imaginable. From the Qur'an written in the blood of Saddam Hussein, to the gorgeously decorated fifteenth-century lawsuit filed by the Devil against Jesus, to the most enormous book ever created, The Madman's Library features many long-forgotten, eccentric, and extraordinary volumes gathered from around the world and features hundreds of remarkable images and entertaining facts and stories to discover. MUST-HAVE FOR BOOKLOVERS: Anyone who appreciates a good read will love delving into this weird world of books and adding this collection to their own bookshelf. DISCOVER SOMETHING TRULY UNIQUE: The Madman's Library will let you in on the secret and obscure histories of the strangest books ever made. EXPERT AUTHOR: Edward Brooke-Hitching is the son of an antiquarian book dealer, a lifelong rare book collector, and a master of taking visual deep dives into unusual historical subjects, such as the maps of imaginary geography in The Phantom Atlas or ancient pathways through the stars in The Sky Atlas. Perfect for: BibliophilesLiterature enthusiastsCollectors intrigued by bizarre oddities, obscure history, and the macabre
Blue Moon Tarot
The Blue Moon Tarot Guide Book is the essential companion to Julie Cuccia-Watts' second tarot deck. Initially Blue Moon was meant to serve as closure for the calendar ideas written about in the Ancestral Path Tarot Wheel of the year. But instead it became the inspiration for Julie's third deck MAAT Tarot. Originally Blue Moon was a hand glued laser printed deck that ran from 1998-2001. In 2004 Blue Moon was printed professionally as a limited edition of 1000 signed and numbered major arcana. In 2020 this deck had an upgrade and is now available on demand. This guide was remastered for the 2020 Blue Moon Tarot remake.
Unofficial Wrestling Figure Retrospective 1990-1994
Regardless of what was going on in the real world, the early 1990s was a great time to be a child. Suspend belief as the tanned heroes of the wrestling world that came to life with the release of the WWF Hasbro wrestling figures. In the real world of wrestling it was a period of change for the WWF and this was the same with the action figures. LJN had just lost the contract for the figures and although they looked good they didn't look too much like their real-world counterparts. Along came the WWF Hasbro figures and change all that. Like most men in their early/mid/late 30's I grew up with the wonderful world of the WWF. These were the days when every wrestler was a superstar (unless they were 'currently in the ring') and became names you'd know and love almost 30 years on. The majority of these heroic superstars were immortalised forever in wrestling figure format. This book brings together the love, appreciation and obsession for these figures. As you look through the pages you'll reminisce about those feeling of running to your local store to see which figures feature in the aisles. Looking for that elusive figure you've been hunting for. The elation of finding them and the struggle of who will be your next champion. With this book, the Unofficial Wrestling Figure Retrospective 1990-1994, all those memories come flooding back. Find out what happened to the Rhythm & Blues Greg Valentine. What about the mythical Brutus Beefcake Red & Yellow figure? I'm sure someone said something about The Beverly Brothers tag team? The fabled Orange Card series? All this and a whole lot more can be discovered inside this book... So read it now, before it pins you 1-2-3!
A Timekeeper’s Journal
Every timepiece has a rich story to share. Clocks and watches make wonderful gifts and some pieces are often handed down through the generations. A Timekeeper's Journal provides a place to record all of the special details of a beloved timepiece. Each page in this book has engaging prompts to help you preserve the most precious memories and authenticate the unique history of your time spent owning a treasured piece. This book is also full of interesting facts about time. Cherish the special heritage of your timepiece, whether you begin with an original purchase or when the piece came into your hands, there is no time like the present to get started. A Timekeeper's Journal is designed with the future in mind, and offers a place to record additional history as the timepiece is passed on or changes ownership. Honoring the legacy of a timepiece offers a faithful connection to the future, and a testimony to the unique passage in time from generation to generation.
MAAT Tarot Guide Book
The second edition MAAT Tarot paperback guide book has the digitally remastered MAAT Tarot images from Julie Cuccia-Watt's latest on demand MAAT Tarot deck. The MAAT Tarot is the expanded version of Julie's beloved Blue Moon Tarot a majors only calendar deck. Julie's early work from the first decade of the 21st century is Western Astrology, with a focus on the astrology of the moon and the moon phases. The exquisitely hand crafted work of a seasoned tarot artist goes into its second decade and the digital on demand world. Don't miss a step in the journey of an artist who has used concepts of dream archeology and shamanic journey-work to create tools that survive the test of time. The MAAT Tarot paperback guide book is an essential book for your occult library at an affordable price. The same book as the hardcover version.
Tang Dynasty Qian Yuan Zhong Bao Cash Coins
China's Tang Dynasty, lasting for 289 years from 618 to 907 AD, was a golden age, when literature, art, technological innovation, and trade flourished. To support a currency-based economy for a population that numbered 80 million by the end of the dynasty, two main series of bronze cash coins were produced in the millions, one of which bears the inscription 乾元重宝 （Qian Yuan Zhong Bao; QYZB). The foremost previous reference on QYZB is Ken Gen J羶 H繫 Senfu (2005) by Sh繫ji Yoshida, written in Japanese. While generally following Yoshida's classification, this guide documents more of the fine-scale variation in the main groups of QYZB. It begins with introductory material on the historical context of the coins, their method of production, what defines a variety, fake QYZB, and terminology and identifying features. One short appendix discusses whether and how to clean cash coins, and another presents guidelines for purchasing them on the Internet. The body of the guide lists 457 varieties or variants of mostly value-1 (
What Dreams Will Come
What Dreams Will Come Dinka Doll by Will Haubert This is a throwback tribute to the past of black and white photography and the erotic form of a beautiful woman and her stockings.
A catalogue of the Arabic, Persian and Hindu’sta’ny manuscripts, of the libraries of the King of Oudh (Volume I)
Step into the world of 19th-century scholarship with "A Catalogue Of The Arabic, Persian And Hindu'Sta'Ny Manuscripts, Of The Libraries Of The King Of Oudh (Volume I)" by Aloys Sprenger. This remarkable collection is a gateway to the rich tapestry of Middle Eastern literature and South Asian manuscripts, meticulously catalogued to preserve the essence of historical manuscript collections. It offers an unparalleled glimpse into the oriental manuscript catalogue, showcasing the beauty of Arabic and Persian scripts. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. The work stands as a testament to manuscript preservation, providing invaluable academic reference material for researchers and historians delving into colonial era studies. Sprenger's dedication to capturing the essence of these texts makes it an indispensable resource for oriental studies enthusiasts and a treasure trove for those passionate about Aloys Sprenger's works. More than just a reprint, this edition is a collector's item and a cultural treasure, restored for today's and future generations. Whether you're a casual reader intrigued by the allure of ancient texts or a classic-literature collector, this volume promises to enrich your understanding and appreciation of the intricate world of historical manuscripts.
Transnational Art Crime
How does transnational crime interact with legal companies andgovernments? Are legal actors primarily victimized by transnationalcriminals or are the two connected by collaborative relationships? Andhow are these crimes often transformed into legitimate activities?This book seeks to answer these and related questions. Its main topicis the translational illicit art and antiquities trade, based on a thoroughempirical study of data gathered in France, Italy, the Netherlands andother places around the world. The reader will encounter a large numberof case studies, from auction houses selling looted antiquities to violentrobberies of museums and castles, and much more.Added to this is an analysis of the way legal and illegal actorsinteract around all kinds of transnational crimes, from terrorism to drugtrafficking, cigarette smuggling, trade in blood diamonds and covertoperations of intelligence agencies around the world. This analysis istranslated into an analytical model to understand the interfaces betweenthe legal and the illegal, and in fact the absence of a meaningfuldistinction between "upper" and "underworld." After reading this book, one will never think in the same way about transnational crime and theillicit art and antiquities trade as a most interesting part of it. Dr. Edgar Tijhuis is the academic director of the Association forResearch into Crimes against Art (ARCA) in Amelia (Italy). He isresponsible for the Postgraduate Certificate Program in the Study of ArtCrime and Cultural Heritage Protection. Furthermore, since 2009, hehas taught criminology modules within the ARCA program.Edgar Tijhuis got his Phd at Leiden University in the Netherlands, and he holds degrees in Political Science, American studies and Lawfrom the University of Amsterdam, and studied in Austria and SouthAfrica. He has been studying art crime for over fifteen years and wasone of the first scholars to set up a PhD study around this topic andexplore the interfaces between the licit and illicit trade, as well as thewider context of transnational crime.This is one of the first books under the imprint ARCA Publications, a series of scholarly books on art crime published by the Association for Research into Crimes against Art (www.artcrimeresearch.org). Profits from the purchase of this book and others in the series go to supporting research into art crime and cultural heritage protectio
A catalogue of the Arabic, Persian and Hindu’sta’ny manuscripts, of the libraries of the King of Oudh (Volume I)
In a world where history whispers through ancient pages, "A Catalogue Of The Arabic, Persian And Hindu'Sta'Ny Manuscripts, Of The Libraries Of The King Of Oudh (Volume I)" by Aloys Sprenger invites you to explore a treasure trove of cultural heritage. This meticulously curated collection offers a window into the rich tapestry of oriental literature, preserved with reverence and scholarly precision. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Out of print for decades, this anthology is more than a reprint; it is a collector's item and a cultural treasure. Sprenger's work serves as an invaluable resource for academic researchers delving into 19th century oriental studies and rare manuscript collectors alike. Discover the historical manuscript catalog that captures the essence of Middle Eastern manuscripts and the libraries of the King of Oudh. Sprenger's dedication to manuscript preservation techniques ensures that these works continue to enlighten and inspire future generations. Whether you are a casual reader with a passion for oriental literature study or a seasoned collector of rare manuscripts, this volume promises to enrich your understanding and appreciation of the past.
Cast Chinese Amulets
For over 2,000 years, the Chinese have been producing amulets in the shape of flat metal objects, usually cast in brass or bronze, some shaped like the traditional square-holed cash coins, others in a variety of fancy shapes, promising good luck in various fields, the turning away of evil influences, or conveying religious sentiments. Some have inscriptions taken from the Classics of 500 BC.Previously, catalogues of these amulets were arranged in various different ways - by shape, size, meaning, Emperor's name, or a common feature. However, this made it difficult to locate a particular piece - it would not be immediately clear to a non-expert whether a piece was "Lucky", "Religious", "Family" or "Coin".This catalogue is designed for ease of identification. It is divided into four sections - Openwork, Pictorial, Zodiac, and Inscriptions. Preceding the detailed catalogue for each section is a Finding Guide which is arranged by salient features, or by the first character of the inscription. There is also a section which lists inscriptions that might not be clear as they are in non-standard scripts or lay-outs. In the catalogue there is a brief description of the piece, the inscription (if any) in Chinese characters and Pinyin, and a translation, explanation, and source.Over 5,000 amulets are included in the catalogue. Together they provide a fascinating insight into traditional Chinese beliefs and aspirations.
The Beechworth Bakery Bears
The Beechworth Bakery Bears are having lots of fun.They are rowing in regattas and taking tea in the pie warmer.They are riding on bobsleds and slurping coffee.They are keeping watch over the bakery and making sure that everyone has cake to eat.They are waiting, and hoping, that someone might take them home, where perhaps scones will be made!They are ready to tell you all their stories . . .
Murder at the Estate Sale
Based in Atlanta, Georgia the world of antiquarian and collectible bookselling is exposed as a hotbed of collectors and booksellers who will do almost anything to score that perfect collectible book. Emma and Molly find themselves in the middle of both a murder, and an occult cult, as they pursue their work and each other in a delightfully twisted, intriguing puzzle.
The Leadhead’s Pencil Blog
Jonathan A. Veley, winner of the award for Best Overall Design - Non Fiction in the 2020 Next Generation Indie Book Awards for his last book, A Century of Autopoint, returns to The Leadhead's Pencil Blog for a new series of articles written during the isolation of the Pandemic. He filled long hours at home with research, photographing new finds and writing original and groundbreaking historical accounts about the American pen and pencil industry. Included in this volume are in-depth histories of Crocker, Chilton, Century, Chicago Gold Pen Company, and the Chicago Safely Pen Company, among many others. "I know they're just pencils," he writes, "workaday items that just don't matter that much in the grand scheme of human civilization. But as I tell these stories, I've come to appreciate that there are times when something passes into my hands that brings with it more than just the ability to make a dark line on a sheet of paper - it brings along with it the baggage of rich history." His stories about "pencils, the universe and everything" weave together the objects themselves, those who made them, and those who appreciate them today.
Old English Furniture - From the 16th to the 19th Centuries. a Guide for the Collector
This book contains a fantastic guide to old English Furniture. Contents include: On Buying Old Furniure: Some Methods of the "Faker", The Evolution of the Cabinet-Makers Art, Jacobean Cromwellian, Charles II., and William and Mary Furniture, Lacquered Furniture, Queen Anne, Grinling Gibbons, Georgian, Chippendale, and The Brothers Adam. This book will be a fine addition to the bookshelf of anyone interested in antique furniture and those who buy and sell old furniture. Originally published in 1909, we are here republishing it with a brand new introductory essay on the history of furniture.
60 Questions and Answers on Watchmaking - In English and French Language
Written in French and English, Edward Heaton's catalogue provides a brief history of modern watchmaking and introduces the Swiss watches created by Mido. This vintage short from 1939 covers watch characteristics, genres and Swiss watchmaking production methods. This charming work is now being republished in a new modern edition complete with reprints of the plates featured in the original version and a brand new commissioned introduction.
Ordnance Maintenance Wrist Watches, Pocket Watches, Stop Watches and Clocks
This vintage book contains a handbook of watch repair and maintenance for ordnance maintenance personnel published by the American War Department in 1945. With useful diagrams and full instructions, this volume will be of considerable utility to those with an interest in vintage military watches. Contents include: "General", "Introduction", "Functional Description", "Inspection", "General Maintenance", "Cleaning and Lubricating", "Trouble Shooting, Adjusting, and Repair", "Pocket and Wrist Watches", "Characteristics of Pocket and Wrist Watches", "Hamilton Pocket Watch, 16 Size, 21-Jewel, Railroad Grade, Model 922B", et cetera. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction. First published in 1945.
The AK47 catalog volume 1
The AK47 catalog is simply that. Clear color photos of the AK47 and its variations. No filler text, or the same dimensional information in other books. All original photography, Most photos have never been published. Many variants have never been published..... "Amazon edition" is the same as other versions, just printed by Amazon to reduce costs. Volume 1 covers Polish AKM/AKMS of the early 90s, Soviet AKM/AKMS 1960-77, Polish AK47 variants, and full powered sniper rifles from Romania and Yugoslavia.
The Copper, Tin And Bronze Coinage And Patterns For Coins Of England, From The Reign Of Elizabeth To That Of Her Present Majesty
Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
