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  • Collecting Stamps: 3 Classic Books on the Art of Philately

    What Philately Teaches. A Lecture Delivered Before the Section on Philately..., Chats on Postage Stamps, Peeps at Postage Stamps, etc.

    Collecting Stamps: 3 Classic Books on the Art of Philately provides an engrossing exploration into the fascinating world of stamp collecting, through an anthology of seminal works. This collection brings together a wide array of literary styles, from analytical texts and detailed essays to passionate narratives, reflecting the profound and varied nature of the hobby. The pieces are thoughtfully ... Read more

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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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  • Stamp Collecting as a Pastime

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

    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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  • Peeps at Postage Stamps

    "Peeps at Postage Stamps" by Stanley C. Johnson is a delightful exploration of the world of philately, inviting readers to appreciate the artistry and history encapsulated in postage stamps. Johnson's engaging narrative takes us through various themes represented in stamps, from historical events to cultural icons, showcasing how these small pieces of paper can tell grand stories. The book serves ... Read more

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  • The Autobiography of Charles Darwin

    A small collection of letters written by that most famous of English naturalists, Charles Darwin. The letters cover subjects such as his marriage, his time at Cambridge, his 'Voyage of the Beagle', and his return to England. ... Read more

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  • Orchids, Illustrated

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

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  • Coffee

    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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  • At Home: Special Illustrated Edition

    A Short History of Private Life

    by Bill Bryson ...
    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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  • The Plant-Hunter's Atlas

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

    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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  • Stamps

    by Collins ...
    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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  • Around the World in 80 Trees

    “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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  • Blue Mauritius

    The Hunt for the World's Most Valuable Stamps

    by Helen Morgan ...
    Follow the adventures of the world's most sought-after postage stamps—from a tropical Indian Ocean island to the hushed atmosphere of the modern auction room—in this dramatic and passionate tale of the first stamp hunters. In September 1847 colored squares of paper were stuck on to envelopes and used to send out admission cards to a fancy-dress ball on the tropical island of Mauritius. No one at ... Read more

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