This upload includes quite a few children’s books, including several Tasha Tudor’s, early editions. A slew of old Playboys, a lot of literature, some WW II history and several unexpected odds and ends. Here’s a sampling. See all New Arrivals. Availability subject to prior sale.
After the Photo-Secession
Pictorialism after Stieglitz. Broadens the context in which we view this movement, showing pictorialism in popular culture plus history of the movement. Read More
$30.00
The Mouse and His Child
Broken but not defeated. A wind-up mouse & his son and their adventures in the cold world while in search of a nursery. Read More
$18.00
Charlotte’s Web
This classic children’s tale is one of the most well-crafted stories ever written. Classic Newbery Honor award winner. Read More
$100.00
The Chestry Oak
Story of a young Hungarian prince’s coming of age during German occupation of WWII, and of his eventual journey to an American home. Read More
$30.00
The Japanese Fairy Book
Published in 1903 as introduction to historic Japanese culture through Japanese fairy tales/folk tales. The short and simple stories pack a moral punch. Read More
$15.00
Thoreau on Birds
Detailed observations along with personal reflections and anecdotes by Thoreau. Read More
$18.00
Royal Hospital of Saint Bartholomew, 1123-1973
Founded in 1123, Barts is the oldest hospital in Britain still providing medical services. And still in original location. It’s got history! Read More
$30.00
Secrets of Eskimo Skin Sewing
Amazing book on the subject of fur and leather sewing techniques, tips, and patterns, highlighting Alaskan Native style items. Read More
$18.00
Reading Green in Early Modern England
Cultural look at color green when seen as a cure for anything from sore eyes to sick minds. Read More
$50.00
In Defense of Worms and Other Angling Heresies
Highly recommended for inclusion on the bookshelf of any fishing enthusiast or historian. Read More
$15.00
The Edge of the Woods and Other Papers
Explores the role of literature in shaping our understanding of the world. Read More
$30.00
Glances and Glimpses; or Fifty Years…
Hunt was a pioneer for women in American medicine. Historically significant. Victorian writing style can be difficult. Read More
$100.00
The Poor Man”s Morning and Evening Portions
Great devotional classic named because it was originally published in small “penny” portions so as to be affordable to the poor. Read More
$150.00
A Poet’s Alphabet: Reflection on the Literary Art and Vocation
Bogan has been called by some critics the most accomplished woman poet of the twentieth century. Read More
$35.00
Richmond, Vermont: A History of More Than 200 Years
Along the Winooski River, incorporated in 1794, Richmond remains one of the most enchanting towns in Vermont. Read More
$100.00
First Graces
Simple graces for children just learning to pray. Beautifully illustrated. Scarce. Pristine condition. Read More
$80.00
The Tale of the Faithful Dove
When his wife is trapped in a chimney, Mr. Tidler, the pigeon, brings her food every day until she can be rescued. Read More
$50.00
Good Conscience
Outstanding Norwegian writer, he was nominated twenty-four times, in fourteen years for the Nobel Prize in Literature. Read More
$60.00
River of Darkness
True story of a legendary sixteenth-century explorer and his death-defying navigation of the Amazon River. Read More
$40.00
Symphony for the City of the Dead: Dmitri Shostakovich and the Siege of Leningrad (SIGNED COPY)
Riveting story of music composer Dimitri Shostakovich surviving during the infamous siege of Leningrad. Read More
