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Vendor:Hanchao Lu
Beyond the Neon Lights: Everyday Shanghai in the Early Twentieth Century
How did ordinary people live through the extraordinary changes that have swept across modern China? How did peasants transform themselves into urbanites? How did the citizens of Shanghai cope with the epic upheavals-revolution, war, and again revolution-that shook their lives? Even after decades of...- $38.95
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Vendor:Lois Wyse
Grandmother's Treasures: Reflections and Remembrances
A beautiful, generational keepsake to record cherished family memories, perfect for any grandmother This book is dedicated to all grandmothers and to the grandchildren for whom they open the gates of memory so that together they can understand, appreciate, and recognize their shared heritage....- $19.95
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Vendor:Arthur Lee Humphreys
The Private Library: What We Do Know, What We Don't Know, What We Ought to Know About Our Books
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you...- $31.95
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Vendor:David Dean
Handbook for Museums
Handbook for Museums provides basic information for people working in the museum world. Formed around a commitment to professionalism in museum practice, the sections provide basic information on management, security, conservation and education, and include technical notes and international reading lists. The book is...- $56.95
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Vendor:Paul Atterbury
Antiques Roadshow: 40 Years of Great Finds
A collection of the timeless, the priceless and the unforgettable, this beautiful compendium accompanies the beloved BBC One TV series.Antiques Roadshow has graced our screens for forty years and has become one of the nation's most beloved television programmes and a national institution. It...- $29.99
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Vendor:R. Read
Ancient Secrets Of Jewels And How To Counterfeit Them
""Ancient Secrets Of Jewels And How To Counterfeit Them"" by R. Read is a comprehensive guide to the history and art of jewelry-making, as well as the techniques used to create counterfeit pieces. The book covers the evolution of jewelry from ancient times to...- $16.95
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Vendor:James Whitcomb Riley
The Poems and Prose Sketches of James Whitcomb Riley: Homestead Ed, Volume 11
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you...- $33.95
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Vendor:John Yonge Akerman
A Numismatic Manual: Or Guide To The Study Of Greek, Roman, And English Coins (1832)
A Numismatic Manual: Or Guide To The Study Of Greek, Roman, And English Coins is a book written by John Yonge Akerman and originally published in 1832. The book is a comprehensive guide for those interested in studying and collecting coins from ancient Greece,...- $28.95
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Vendor:Barclay Vincent Head
A Guide To The Select Greek And Roman Coins Exhibited In Electrotype: Department Of Coins And Medals, British Museum (1880)
""A Guide to the Select Greek and Roman Coins Exhibited in Electrotype"" is a comprehensive guidebook written by Barclay Vincent Head, a renowned numismatist and curator of the Department of Coins and Medals at the British Museum. The book was first published in 1880...- $23.95
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Vendor:John Ward
Greek Coins And Their Parent Cities
Greek Coins And Their Parent Cities is a book written by John Ward that provides a comprehensive guide to the history and development of ancient Greek coins. The book explores the various types of coins that were used in Greece during different periods, and...- $41.95
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Vendor:Clarence S. Bement
A Descriptive Catalogue Of Greek Coins (1921)
A Descriptive Catalogue of Greek Coins, written by Clarence S. Bement and published in 1921, is a comprehensive reference guide that provides a detailed description of ancient Greek coins. The book is organized in a logical and systematic manner, with each chapter focusing on...- $24.95
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Vendor:Basket Fraternity
The Basket, Or, the Journal of the Basket Fraternity Or Lovers of Indian Baskets and Other Good Things; Volume 1
This is an entertaining and informative journal for anyone who loves baskets and other handmade goods. The Basket Fraternity was a group of artisans and collectors who shared a passion for the beauty and craftsmanship of traditional handmade items. The journal includes articles on...- $15.95
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Vendor:Franz Kurowski
Knights of the Wehrmacht: Knight's Cross Holders of the U-Boat Service
Each recipient is presented in a capsule biography including date of birth, awarding of the various Knight's Cross grades, and other particulars to rank and career. Each is also shown in a World War II era photograph.Author: Franz KurowskiISBN-10: 088740748XISBN-13: 9780887407482Publisher: Schiffer PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished:...- $24.95
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Vendor:Neil S. Wood
Evolution of the Pedal Car -Vol .1: And Other Riding Toys 1884-1970s
Author: Neil S. WoodISBN-10: 0891454004ISBN-13: 9780891454007Publisher: Schiffer PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/28/2011Pages: 228Format: Paperback- $29.95
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Vendor:Ken Ross
Antiques - Easy Money
Making money from buying and selling antiques is easy - all you need is a sure-fire plan for success and a willingness to learn. In this book the author takes you from the very beginnings to as far as you wish to go on...- $5.38
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Memoir On Swords, Etc
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...- $17.95
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Vendor:Jacqueline Johnson
Classic Perfume Advertising: 1920-1970: 1920-1970
Someone once said, "There is nothing new under the sun only new ways to do things." This could be the anthem of the agencies that produced the advertisements shown in this exciting new book. Perfume magazine ads not only tell the story of the...- $39.95
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Vendor:Ulrich Klever
Walkingsticks
This is a comprehensive look at decorative walking sticks, including their use, history, and craftsmanship. Stoeber explores the rise and fall of the cane industry. A chapter on materials familiarizes the reader with the wide range of canes available. This cultural history will become...- $29.95
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Vendor:Shana Novak
The Heirloomist: 100 Treasures and the Stories They Tell
A warm, inviting celebration of beloved keepsakes and the stories they hold. A set of old apartment keys, a pair of worn running shoes, a declaration of love scribbled on a restaurant receipt. Beautiful stories that celebrate the power an object can hold are...- $27.95
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Vendor:Yo Noto
over 90 creative Animals for all level: Adult Coloring Book with Designs Animals, Mandalas, Flowers Portraits and Stress Relieving
100 BEAUTIFUL ANIMAL DESIGNS.This adult coloring book has 100 beautiful animal designs including a huge variety of small and big creatures from a broad range of habitats including forests, oceans, deserts and grasslands. It provides hours of fun, calm, relaxation and stress relief through...- $6.99
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Vendor:Carrie a. Lyford
Iroquois Crafts: Indian Handcrafts No. Six
Iroquois Crafts: Indian Handcrafts No. Six is a book written by Carrie A. Lyford. The book provides a comprehensive guide to the traditional crafts of the Iroquois people, including beadwork, basketry, pottery, and woodcarving. The author provides detailed instructions on how to create authentic...- $21.95
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Catalogue Of An Exhibition Of Early Chinese Pottery And Sculpture: The Metropolitan Museum Of Art (1916)
The Catalogue Of An Exhibition Of Early Chinese Pottery And Sculpture: The Metropolitan Museum Of Art (1916) by Sigisbert Christien Bosch Reitz is a comprehensive guide to an exhibition of Chinese artifacts held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in 1916. The book features...- $46.95
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Vendor:Richard Denis Johnson
Tiger Patterns: A Guide to the Vietnam War's Tigerstripe Combat Fatigue Patterns and Uniforms
To collectors of modern military uniforms, Vietnam era tigerstripe combat fatigues have always been a much sought after commodity. The pattern itself, in all of its classic forms, is both exotic and unique and carries with it an immediate, esthetic sense of the full...- $69.95
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Vendor:Townsend Whelen
The American Rifle: A Treatise, a Text Book, and a Book of Practical Instruction in the Use of the Rifle
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...- $43.95
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Vendor:Scott Publishing Co
Scott's Standard Postage Stamp Catalogue
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Vendor:Jim Linz
Electrifying Time: Telechron(r) & GE Clocks 1925-55
Telechron and General Electric pioneered the application of machine age, art deco styling to clock designs, starting with the Paul Frankl designed Modernique. So impressive are many of the designs that over the years they have been incorrectly attributed to such designers as Gilbert...- $34.95
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Vendor:Robert G. Hall
Scottish Paperweights
Paperweights that were made in Scotland from 1835 to the present are a wonderful part of glass history. In this beautiful book, Scottish paperweights are displayed in nearly 400 full-color photographs together with a discussion of the major weight-makers and glass houses. The important...- $49.95
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Vendor:William Graham Sumner
A History of American Currency: With Chapters On the English Bank Restriction and Austrian Paper Money
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...- $36.95
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Vendor:Wade Bey
Fruits of the Poisonous Tree
In 1987, Chicago's street gangs were highly organized, and the Ida B. Wells housing projects were one of the most dangerous in the nation. Two brothers, Carl and Tommy, were born into a world of hell and chaos, fighting every day to survive living...- $22.95
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Vendor:Matt Lambros
After the Final Curtain: America's Abandoned Theaters
In the early 20th century the streets of small towns and cities across America were filled with the lights and sounds of movie theaters. The most opulent -- known as "movie palaces" -- were designed to make their patrons feel like royalty; people would...- $39.95
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Vendor:Rowland Hill
The Life of Sir Rowland Hill and the History of Penny Postage, Volume 2
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you...- $39.95
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Vendor:Townsend Whelen
The American Rifle: A Treatise, a Text Book, and a Book of Practical Instruction in the Use of the Rifle
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...- $31.95
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Vendor:Fred Duane Crawshaw
Problems in Furniture Making
This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe...- $20.75
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Vendor:P臺vi Pahta
Communicating Early English Manuscripts
In an obvious way, manuscripts communicate. This is the first book to focus on the communicative aspects of English manuscripts from the fourteenth to the nineteenth century. It investigates how the authors and scribes of these manuscripts communicated with their audiences, how the characters...- $41.99
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Vendor:Paul Rapin de Thoyras
The History Of England: Illustrated With Maps, Genealogical Tables, And The Heads And Monuments Of The Kings, Engraven On Seventy Seven Copper
This illustrated history of England, written by Nicholas Tindal and Paul Rapin de Thoyras, covers from ancient times to the start of the 18th century. The book features genealogical tables and portraits of English monarchs, as well as several maps and engravings of significant...- $25.95
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Vendor:Allen Farnum
Pawnee Bill's Historic Wild West: A Photo Documentary of the 1901-1905 Show Tours
Occasionally, some notably historic piece of Americana--artifacts, photographs, or written materia--turns up from forgotten storage. Such is the case with the 155 pristine negatives printed in Pawnee Bill's Historic Wild West. They were taken while the show was on tour between 1900 and 1905...- $19.95
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Vendor:Joseph Zobel
Antique Vienna Bronzes
Small bronze figures, made in Vienna, Austria, beginning around 1850, are well known for their great detail and expressiveness. They were produced in small factories and private artist studios in the forms of animals and humans, and were exported to sell in New York,...- $79.95
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Vendor:Henry Benjamin Wheatley
How to Form a Library
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you...- $33.95
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Vendor:Taxile Doat
Grand Feu Ceramics: A Practical Treatise On the Making of Fine Porcelain and Gr鑚
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Vendor:William Chaffers
The Collector's Hand-Book of Marks and Monograms On Pottery & Porcelain of the Renaissance and Modern Periods: Selected From His Larger Work (Seventh
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...- $20.95
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Vendor:D. Rod Lloyd
Happy Anniversary Clock's: 400-Day Owners Repair Manual, Step by Step
The most comprehensive Anniversary Clock / 400-Day Repair Book. 2022 edition, 227 [printed] pages. Hundreds of photos and diagrams.* Do you own a clock that is special to you that has stopped working, perhaps a gift or a family heirloom? This book is for...- $29.91
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Vendor:D. Rod Lloyd
Clock Repairers Bench Manual, Everything you need to know When Repairing Mechanical Clocks
This 2023 Edition is written especially for the Amateur or Professional clock repairer. The only Clock Repair Book that you need using Best Practices.Everything you need to know when Repairing Mechanical Clocks. The most comprehensive, up-to-date clock repair manual available today.Over 400 pages include...- $34.91
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Vendor:Tulasi Acharya
Class Rigidity in Jane Austen's Persuasion
Class Rigidity in Jane Austen's Persuasion is my hypothesis that I have proved using the tools of New Historicism. New Historicism has become significant in the criticism of Medieval and nineteenth-century British and American literature, and it is making its way into the criticism...- $10.00
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Vendor:Ulf Weissenberger
Antique Locks and Keys: Their History, Uses and Mechanisms
This is the most beautiful, complete, and largest book on antique locks and keys ever published. Not only are there over one-thousand stunning high-resolution photos of European locks and keys from Roman times through the Industrial Revolution, all with dates, dimensions, and provenance, but...- $58.95
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Vendor:Stuart Schneider
Halloween: Costumes and Other Treats
This book chronicles the history of Halloween in the 20th century through the evolution of related costumes, Jack-O'-Lanterns, decorations, candy containers, and other treats. One could easily view 20th-century Halloween costumes as being a road map through popular cultural history--they reflect fads, television, space...- $29.95
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Vendor:Maberly Phillips
The token money of the Bank of England, 1797 to 1816
This book has been considered by academicians and scholars of great significance and value to literature. This forms a part of the knowledge base for future generations. We have represented this book in the same form as it was first published. Hence any marks...- $8.18
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Vendor:Bill D'Anjolell
My Antiques Journey
This is everything you need to know about buying and selling antiques whether you're a collector or a dealer. It also explains the behind the scenes an antiques show, an Appraisal Roadshow, with lots of antiques and collectible values on a variety of genres....- $24.95
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Vendor:Felisa L. Shelby
In the Storm Too Long: Refusing to Lose This Battle
Author: Felisa L. ShelbyISBN-10: 146537177XISBN-13: 9781465371775Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/19/2011Pages: 128Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.44lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.30d- $19.99
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A Rudimentary Treatise On Clock and Watch Making: With a Chapter On Church Clocks; and an Account of the Proceedings Respecting the Great Westminster
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...- $33.95
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Vendor:Gates Phillips Thruston
The Antiquities of Tennessee and the Adjacent States, and the State of Aboriginal Society in the Scale of Civilization Represented by Them; a Series o
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