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to our readers for putting their faith in us and accepting our imperfections with regard to preservation of the historical content.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, 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 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 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
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
There is Nothing to Pay! Get It All for Free...
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The Clock Jobber's Handybook - A Practical Manual on Cleaning, Repairing and Adjusting
"The Clockjobber's Handybook" is a 1889 work by Australian writer Paul Hasluck that focuses on the care and maintenance of watches and timepieces. With chapters on the various tools, appliances, materials, and processes, this classic guide contains everything one needs to know when repairing, cleaning, or adjusting watches and clocks. Paul Nooncree Hasluck (1854 - 1916) was an Australian writer and editor. He was a master of technical writing and father of the 'do-it-yourself' book, producing many works on subjects including engineering, handicrafts, woodwork, and more. Other notable works by this author include: "Treatise on the Tools Employed in the Art of Turning" (1881), "The Wrath-Jobber's Handy Book" (1887), and "Screw-Threads and Methods of Producing Them" (1887). Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new biography of the author.
Catalogue Of Specimens Of Japanese Lacquer And Metal Work Exhibited In 1894
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.
Ancient Church Chests and Chairs in the Home Counties Round Greater London - Being the Tour of an Antiquary with Pencil and Camera Through the Churche
Astonishing amounts of treasures are contained in old English Parish Churches, and those preserved in the Home Counties are many, and often remarkable. This text contains a detailed catalogue of ancient chests and chairs belonging to these churches, each piece illustrated in picture or pencil, and accompanied by interesting information and detailed descriptions. A fascinating book sure to be of considerable value to those with an interest in historical furniture, this text is not to be missed by enthusiasts of the subject and makes for a great addition to collectors of such literature. The chapters of this book include: Middlesex: Ruislip and Hayes; Hertfordshire: Aldenham, Northchurch, Kind's Langley Hemel Hempstead; Hertfordshire: St. Albans, Broxbourne, Cheshunt, Watford; Hertfordshire: Much Hadham, Baldock, Hitchin; Essex: Loughton, Epping Upland, Low Leyton, Waltham Abbey; Essex: Little Canfield, Dunmow, Newport, Thaxted; et cetera. This antiquarian text has been elected for modern republication due to its educational value, and we are proud to republish it now with an additional introduction on the history of furniture.
Rugs; Oriental And Occidental, Antique And Modern. A Handbook For Ready Reference
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.
The Coins of India
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.
The Coins of Naidar Ali and Tipu Sultan
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.
The Abc’s of Reloading, 10th Edition
Make Your Own Ammo and Save Money Too! Now in its 10th edition, The ABCs of Reloading has taught countless firearms owners safe, reliable methods of creating their own ammunition. This long overdue new edition brings detailed reloading instruction to shooters who want to improve accuracy, save money and ensure themselves a constant supply of ammo regardless of supply and demand on retail shelves. Reloading expert and frequent Gun Digest contributor Phil Massaro lays out the basics of reloading and then digs further into the details in a fresh approach that introduces beginners to this valuable hobby while helping those already familiar with reloading take their skills and knowledge to the next level. As a bonus, long-range shooters searching for tips on making ultra-consistent ammo using high B.C. bullets and fine-tuning for precision accuracy will greatly benefit from Massaro's insight into that topic as well. Massaro's coverage of the vast array of reloading gear and components that have been introduced during the past decade alone makes this edition invaluable for the enthusiast who might be overwhelmed with questions. From the very basic questions of "How does a cartridge work?" and "What components do I need to get started?" to more advanced information on understanding cartridge pressure, headspace and using a chronograph to check your work, this is THE book to help shooters sort it all out.
Famous Craftsman and Designers of the Golden Age of Furniture Design - Including Thomas Chippendale, Thomas Sheraton and the Brothers Adam
This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.
Gemstones
Although commissioned originally as a popular publication on precious stones, this book was planned on more advanced lines even before it was begun, and written in order to meet the demand from the jewellery trade for text-book on gemmology. Therefore, this rare book is both scientific and accessible, making it the perfect book for the budding amateur and seasoned professional alike. Chapters included: Physical Characters Technology and History Descriptions Semi-precious Stones Miscellaneous Stones Ornamental Stones Organic Products Identification. Dr. George Frederick Herbert Smith (1872-1953) was a British mineralogist who worked for the British Natural History Museum. He discovered the mineral paratacamite in 1906 and also invented the first efficient jeweller's refractometer. We are proud to republish this scare antiquarian book here complete with a new introduction to the subject.
The Furniture of the Louis XIV Style - An In-Depth Guide with Descriptions and 61 Images
This book contains an in-depth guide to Louis XIV style furniture, including detailed descriptions and 61 authentic photographs. Complete with a wealth of fascinating information on a range of topics such as history, development, and manufacture, this text constitutes a comprehensive and concise treatise on the subject that is sure to appeal to those with an interest in historical furniture. The chapters of this text include: 'Characteristics and Technique of the Style', 'Insincerity', 'Chinoiseries', 'Versailles', 'The Porcelain Craze', 'Right Angles', 'Panel Shapes', 'Mouldings', 'Decorative Motives', 'Architectural Shapes', 'Symmetry', 'Colour', 'Fine Gilding', 'Boulle's Technique', 'Vernis Martin', 'Elaborate Hangings', 'The Rest-End', and more. We are proud to republish this antique text here complete with a new introduction on the history of furniture.
Cigar Journal
This Cigar Journal, a dossier is a perfect way to keep track of all your cigar smoking tastings. You will want to write about your experiences so you can remember which cigars are good and you like them or not so much and not your favorite that you smoked. Contains space for over 100 cigar reviews. Each page includes a place to record: Name Of Cigar - Write the Name of the Cigar.Brand - Record the Brand.Origin - Log where the Cigar was made.Price - For writing the Cost of the Cigar.Date - When did you purchase.Length/ Ring Size - Write the Length and Ring Size.Buy Again? - Would you buy this Cigar again?Affix Label - Place to attach the wrapper.Flavor Wheel - Allows you to record the flavor (linger/ finish, body, leather, oily, bitter, earthy, woody, nutty, chocolate, toffee, vanilla, sweet, spicy, herbal, tropical fruit, dark fruit).Rating - Rate overall with 1-5 stars.Flavor Strength - Full, Medium Full, Medium, Mild, Mellow.Notes - Make note of any other important details.Designed for the cigar lover in your life. Makes a great gift idea to buy for Father's Day, Birthday or Christmas. For man or woman alike. Easy to use. Size is 8x10 inches, 110 pages, soft matte finish cover, white paper, paperback.
Gem-Stones and Their Distinctive Characters
This fascinating book contains a detailed account of everything a budding gemmologist would need to know about the subject, containing chapters on: The Characteristics of Gem-Stones, The Technology of Gem-Stones, Precious Stones, Semi-Precious Stones, Ornamental Stones, and Organic Products. A great book for anyone with an interest in the wonderful world of gemmology, Gem-Stones and Their Distinctive Characters is a must-have for both the professional and amateur alike, and ontains a wealth of information as well as a plethora of detailed photographs and diagrams. Dr. George Frederick Herbert Smith (1872-1953) was a British mineralogist who worked for the British Natural History Museum. He discovered the mineral paratacamite in 1906 and also pioneered the first efficient jeweller's refractometer. This book has been elected for modern republication due to its immense educational value, and is proudly republished here with a new introduction to the gemmology.
The French Empire Style of Furniture - A Discussion of the Technique and Characteristics of the Furniture Designers of This Period
This antique book contains a comprehensive discussion of the technique and characteristics of the designers of Empire style furniture. Complete with easy-to-digest information and a plethora of detailed, authentic photographs, this book will be of great value to those with an interest in the furniture of this period and also makes for a worthy addition to collections of antique furniture literature. The chapters of this book include: 'Characteristics and Technique of the Style', 'Various Articles of Furniture and Their Use', and 'Images of and Descriptions of Furniture'. Many antique texts such as this are increasingly costly and hard to come by, and it is with this in mind that we are proud to republish this text here complete with a new introduction on the history of furniture.
