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Collecting Stamps: 3 Classic Books on the Art of Philately

Classic Guides to Stamp Collecting, Cataloguing, Rarity, and Postal History

by John N. Luff, Frederick John Melville, Stanley C. Johnson ...

Collecting Stamps: 3 Classic Books on the Art of Philately gathers foundational writings that treat the postage stamp as artifact, historical document, aesthetic object, and object of disciplined inquiry. Ranging from practical guidance on acquisition, identification, and preservation to more reflective accounts of rarity, classification, and postal history, the volume demonstrates the literary ... Read more

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Collecting Stamps: 3 Classic Books on the Art of Philately gathers foundational writings that treat the postage stamp as artifact, historical document, aesthetic object, and object of disciplined inquiry. Ranging from practical guidance on acquisition, identification, and preservation to more reflective accounts of rarity, classification, and postal history, the volume demonstrates the literary
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What Philately Teaches. A Lecture Delivered before the Section on Philately of the Brooklyn Institute of Arts and Sciences, February 24, 1899

by John N. Luff ...

In "What Philately Teaches," John N. Luff delivers a profound exploration of the art and science of philately, offering insights that transcend mere collecting. This compelling lecture, presented to the Brooklyn Institute of Arts and Sciences in 1899, deftly interweaves personal anecdotes, historical context, and philosophical musings. Luff's literary style is both engaging and informative, marked ... Read more

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In "What Philately Teaches," John N. Luff delivers a profound exploration of the art and science of philately, offering insights that transcend mere collecting. This compelling lecture, presented to the Brooklyn Institute of Arts and Sciences in 1899, deftly interweaves personal anecdotes, historical context, and philosophical musings. Luff's literary style is both engaging and informative, marked
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Stamp Collecting as a Pastime

Enriched edition. Exploring the World of Philately: A Comprehensive Guide to Stamp Collecting and Postal History

by Edward J. Nankivell, Owen Lennox ...

In "Stamp Collecting as a Pastime," Edward J. Nankivell intricately navigates the multifaceted world of philately, offering insights that celebrate not only the act of collecting but also the history and artistry behind stamps. The book is both a practical guide and a reflective treatise, illustrating the evolution of stamp collecting as a leisurely pursuit while employing a clear, engaging style ... Read more

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In "Stamp Collecting as a Pastime," Edward J. Nankivell intricately navigates the multifaceted world of philately, offering insights that celebrate not only the act of collecting but also the history and artistry behind stamps. The book is both a practical guide and a reflective treatise, illustrating the evolution of stamp collecting as a leisurely pursuit while employing a clear, engaging style
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Peeps at Postage Stamps

by Stanley Currie Johnson ...

Peeps at Postage Stamps is a charming and informative book that offers readers an engaging introduction to the fascinating world of philately—the collection and study of postage stamps. Written by Stanley Currie Johnson, this volume is part of the popular Peeps at series, designed to provide accessible and enjoyable insights into various subjects for young readers and beginners. The book traces ... Read more

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Peeps at Postage Stamps is a charming and informative book that offers readers an engaging introduction to the fascinating world of philately—the collection and study of postage stamps. Written by Stanley Currie Johnson, this volume is part of the popular Peeps at series, designed to provide accessible and enjoyable insights into various subjects for young readers and beginners. The book traces
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Charles Darwin Autobiography

by Charles Darwin ...

A German Editor having written to me for an account of the development of my mind and character with some sketch of my autobiography, I have thought that the attempt would amuse me, and might possibly interest my children or their children. I know that it would have interested me greatly to have read even so short and dull a sketch of the mind of my grandfather, written by himself, and what he ... Read more

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A German Editor having written to me for an account of the development of my mind and character with some sketch of my autobiography, I have thought that the attempt would amuse me, and might possibly interest my children or their children. I know that it would have interested me greatly to have read even so short and dull a sketch of the mind of my grandfather, written by himself, and what he
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Orchids, Illustrated

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A brief overview of Orchids as they were collected and grown in the late 19th century. ... Read more

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Coffee

by William H. Ukers ...

Seventeen years ago the author of this work made his first trip abroad to gather material for a book on coffee. Subsequently he spent a year in travel among the coffee-producing countries. After the initial surveys, correspondents were appointed to make researches in the principal European libraries and museums; and this phase of the work continued until April, 1922. Simultaneous researches were ... Read more

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Seventeen years ago the author of this work made his first trip abroad to gather material for a book on coffee. Subsequently he spent a year in travel among the coffee-producing countries. After the initial surveys, correspondents were appointed to make researches in the principal European libraries and museums; and this phase of the work continued until April, 1922. Simultaneous researches were
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Illustrated History of Furniture: From the Earliest to the Present Time

by Frederick Litchfield ...

Frederick Litchfield created an enduring classic study of functional art with his Illustrated History of Furniture. This reprinting is presented out of a deep appreciation for the excellent scholarship and many illuminating insights that he so generously shared.The first chapter, which refers to Ancient Furniture and covers a period of several centuries, is introductory to those that follow, ... Read more

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Frederick Litchfield created an enduring classic study of functional art with his Illustrated History of Furniture. This reprinting is presented out of a deep appreciation for the excellent scholarship and many illuminating insights that he so generously shared.The first chapter, which refers to Ancient Furniture and covers a period of several centuries, is introductory to those that follow,
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The Plant-Hunter's Atlas

A World Tour of Botanical Adventures, Chance Discoveries and Strange Specimens

by Ambra Edwards, Kew Royal Botanic Gardens ...

RHS Staff Pick of the Year 2021Spectator Gardening Book of the year 2021'A refreshingly insightful history of plant introductions.' - Roy LancasterTravel the world with extraordinary tales of the botanical discoveries that have shaped empires, built (and destroyed) economies, revolutionised medicine and advanced our understanding of science.Circling the globe from Australia's ... ... Read more

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RHS Staff Pick of the Year 2021Spectator Gardening Book of the year 2021'A refreshingly insightful history of plant introductions.' - Roy LancasterTravel the world with extraordinary tales of the botanical discoveries that have shaped empires, built (and destroyed) economies, revolutionised medicine and advanced our understanding of science.Circling the globe from Australia's ...
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At Home: Special Illustrated Edition

A Short History of Private Life

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From one of the most beloved authors of our time—more than six million copies of his books have been sold in this country alone—a fascinating excursion into the history behind the place we call home.“Houses aren’t refuges from history. They are where history ends up.”Bill Bryson and his family live in a Victorian parsonage in a part of England where nothing of any great significance has happened ... Read more

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From one of the most beloved authors of our time—more than six million copies of his books have been sold in this country alone—a fascinating excursion into the history behind the place we call home.“Houses aren’t refuges from history. They are where history ends up.”Bill Bryson and his family live in a Victorian parsonage in a part of England where nothing of any great significance has happened
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Around the World in 80 Trees

by Jonathan Drori, Lucille Clerc ...

“An arboreal odyssey” – NATURE “One of the most quietly beautiful books of the year” – DAILY MAILDiscover the secretive world of trees in Jonathan Drori’s number one bestseller…Bestselling author and environmentalist Jonathan Drori follows in the footsteps of Phileas Fogg as he tells the stories of 80 magnificent trees from all over the globe.In Around the World in 80 Trees, Jonathan Drori uses ... Read more

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“An arboreal odyssey” – NATURE “One of the most quietly beautiful books of the year” – DAILY MAILDiscover the secretive world of trees in Jonathan Drori’s number one bestseller…Bestselling author and environmentalist Jonathan Drori follows in the footsteps of Phileas Fogg as he tells the stories of 80 magnificent trees from all over the globe.In Around the World in 80 Trees, Jonathan Drori uses
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Stamps

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Stamp Collecting – with over 3 million enthusiasts – in the UK is a major hobby. Collins Gem Stamps provides an introduction to the subject, starting with advice on beginning a collection and recognizing the key features of stamps and indicating the many ways that a collection can develop.Gem Stamps provides an introduction to the world of stamp collecting from starting a collection from stamps ... Read more

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Stamp Collecting – with over 3 million enthusiasts – in the UK is a major hobby. Collins Gem Stamps provides an introduction to the subject, starting with advice on beginning a collection and recognizing the key features of stamps and indicating the many ways that a collection can develop.Gem Stamps provides an introduction to the world of stamp collecting from starting a collection from stamps
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