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The Wild Duck Chase

Inside the Strange and Wonderful World of the Federal Duck Stamp Contest

de Martin J. Smith ...

Competitive duck painting "borders on . . . obsession," making this book about the Federal Duck Stamp Contest "a surprisingly compelling read" ( Los Angeles Times).The basis for the documentary film, The Million Dollar Duck, Martin J. Smith's The Wild Duck Chase reveals the peculiar world of the only juried art competition run by the US government. Hatched during the Great Depression, the Federal ... Leer más

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Competitive duck painting "borders on . . . obsession," making this book about the Federal Duck Stamp Contest "a surprisingly compelling read" ( Los Angeles Times).The basis for the documentary film, The Million Dollar Duck, Martin J. Smith's The Wild Duck Chase reveals the peculiar world of the only juried art competition run by the US government. Hatched during the Great Depression, the Federal
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The Error World

An Affair with Stamps

de Simon Garfield ...

An obsessively readable memoir about the passions—and perils—of collecting, from the New York Times–bestselling author of Just My Type.From the Penny Red to the Blue Mauritius, generations of collectors have been drawn to the mystique of rare stamps. Once a widespread pastime of schoolboys, philately has increasingly become the province of older men obsessed with the shrewd investment, the once-in ... Leer más

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An obsessively readable memoir about the passions—and perils—of collecting, from the New York Times–bestselling author of Just My Type.From the Penny Red to the Blue Mauritius, generations of collectors have been drawn to the mystique of rare stamps. Once a widespread pastime of schoolboys, philately has increasingly become the province of older men obsessed with the shrewd investment, the once-in
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Forever Stamps

250 Years of United States History Writ Small

de United States Postal Service, Gail Anderson, Brian E. Smith ...

Bold and beautiful, Forever Stamps tells the story of United States history, pop culture, and art through hundreds of vibrantly rendered stamps.Forever Stamps is a visually stunning cultural celebration of the United States, told by the beautiful and unique stamps issued by the United States Postal Service since its inception in 1775. For the first time, this book looks at the breadth of American ... Leer más

$12.99 USD

Bold and beautiful, Forever Stamps tells the story of United States history, pop culture, and art through hundreds of vibrantly rendered stamps.Forever Stamps is a visually stunning cultural celebration of the United States, told by the beautiful and unique stamps issued by the United States Postal Service since its inception in 1775. For the first time, this book looks at the breadth of American
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Stamp Collecting A Beginners Guide to Finding, Valuing and Profiting from Stamps

The Collector Series, #2

de Tim Harvey ...

Series Libro 2 - The Collector Series
Stamp collecting has a long and celebrated history. It is also a hobby that can make a considerable amount of profit, if you do things properly. It doesn’t matter if you want to collect stamps as a hobby or if you want to make it an investment, this publication can help you to get started the right way.Through the pages of this book, you will discover many of the finer points about collecting, ... Leer más

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Stamp collecting has a long and celebrated history. It is also a hobby that can make a considerable amount of profit, if you do things properly. It doesn’t matter if you want to collect stamps as a hobby or if you want to make it an investment, this publication can help you to get started the right way.Through the pages of this book, you will discover many of the finer points about collecting,
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The Stamp Finder - Tells at a Glance the Country to Which Any Stamp Belongs and Where to Place It in Your Album - The Collector's Dictionary

de Anon ...

The Stamp Finder' is a vintage handbook for stamp collectors, providing information on the country to which the stamp belongs and where to place it in your album. Also contained is a collectors' dictionary, explaining the words, phrases, and abbreviations used by stamp collectors. This volume will appeal to collectors of old stamps, and it will also be of utility to antiques dealers. Contents ... Leer más

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The Stamp Finder' is a vintage handbook for stamp collectors, providing information on the country to which the stamp belongs and where to place it in your album. Also contained is a collectors' dictionary, explaining the words, phrases, and abbreviations used by stamp collectors. This volume will appeal to collectors of old stamps, and it will also be of utility to antiques dealers. Contents
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A History of America in Thirty-Six Postage Stamps

de Chris West ...

DISCOVER THE INCREDIBLE STORY OF AMERICA THROUGH ITS BEAUTIFUL AND DIVERSE POSTAGE STAMPS IN THIS EXUBERANT AND ALWAYS CHARMING HISTORY.In A History of America in Thirty-six Postage Stamps, Chris West explores America's own rich philatelic history. From George Washington's dour gaze to the charging buffalo of the western frontier and Lindbergh's soaring biplane, American stamps are a vivid window ... Leer más

$2.99 USD

DISCOVER THE INCREDIBLE STORY OF AMERICA THROUGH ITS BEAUTIFUL AND DIVERSE POSTAGE STAMPS IN THIS EXUBERANT AND ALWAYS CHARMING HISTORY.In A History of America in Thirty-six Postage Stamps, Chris West explores America's own rich philatelic history. From George Washington's dour gaze to the charging buffalo of the western frontier and Lindbergh's soaring biplane, American stamps are a vivid window
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The GH Kaestlin Collection of Imperial Russian and Zemstvo Stamps

de Thomas Lera, Leon Finik ...

A quiet philatelist, George H. Kaestlin joined the original Rossika Society in 1935 along with the better known Theo B. Lavroff and K. Szymanowski. Whereas Lavroff contributed significantly to Russian philately as an author and researcher and Szymanowski was an avid collector, Kaestlin collected privately. Born in Moscow, circa 1893, Kaestlin arrived in England in 1939. After World War II, When ... Leer más

$48.99 USD

A quiet philatelist, George H. Kaestlin joined the original Rossika Society in 1935 along with the better known Theo B. Lavroff and K. Szymanowski. Whereas Lavroff contributed significantly to Russian philately as an author and researcher and Szymanowski was an avid collector, Kaestlin collected privately. Born in Moscow, circa 1893, Kaestlin arrived in England in 1939. After World War II, When
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King George V's Obsession

the biography of a stamp collector

de Jack Shamash ...

George V - the current British Queen's grandfather - spent most his time collecfting stamps and building up the finest collection in the world. This is the first biography of George V in 30 years.Using new sources and papers from the Royal archives, it looks at his life, his isolated upbringing and his obsession with stamps. It also examines the impulse that led rich people to devote their time ... Leer más

$6.71 USD

George V - the current British Queen's grandfather - spent most his time collecfting stamps and building up the finest collection in the world. This is the first biography of George V in 30 years.Using new sources and papers from the Royal archives, it looks at his life, his isolated upbringing and his obsession with stamps. It also examines the impulse that led rich people to devote their time
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Stamps

de 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 ... Leer más

$2.99 USD

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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The Adhesive Postage Stamp

de Patrick Chalmers ...

This book details the achievements of Sir Rowland Hill, the man responsible for numerous postal reforms in the late nineteenth century. The most notable of his postal reforms was the implementation of the adhesive stamp for postage purposes, which continues to be an intrinsic part of modern postal services today. 'The Adhesive Postage Stamp' is a fascinating book that will greatly appeal to both ... Leer más

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This book details the achievements of Sir Rowland Hill, the man responsible for numerous postal reforms in the late nineteenth century. The most notable of his postal reforms was the implementation of the adhesive stamp for postage purposes, which continues to be an intrinsic part of modern postal services today. 'The Adhesive Postage Stamp' is a fascinating book that will greatly appeal to both
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The Secret World of Stamps

de Terry McCaffrey ...

Since the advent of the first U.S. postage stamp in 1847, stamps have become a part of the American landscape, providing a window into the individuals, achievements, and beauty of this great nation. This book gives a behind-the-scenes look at how some of the more colorful, creative, and controversial stamps were produced. Stories include political influence; famous movie stars and sports figures; ... Leer más

$3.99 USD

Since the advent of the first U.S. postage stamp in 1847, stamps have become a part of the American landscape, providing a window into the individuals, achievements, and beauty of this great nation. This book gives a behind-the-scenes look at how some of the more colorful, creative, and controversial stamps were produced. Stories include political influence; famous movie stars and sports figures;
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大中華集郵文化 Ⅱ

de 王瑞山 ...

Series Libro 2 - 大中華集郵文化
*此書為固定版面格式，建議使用平板或電腦閱讀*誠懇歡迎您——參觀、鑑賞、研討和批評；同享集郵旳樂趣和心得；努力發揚正能量的大中華集郵文化。本書編者王瑞山先生經多年搜集和考證，編著了這本介紹中國、香港、澳門、台灣四地首日封及郵票珍品。書內收集很多珍貴郵品，坊間罕見的錯體郵品及郵戳，品種包羅萬有。從大清帝國到回歸前後所發行的郵票、簡單易明的郵票資料、各地的郵政掌故、從郵戳看郵路及郵資的轉變。極具參考價值及收藏意義。 ... Leer más

$4.08 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

*此書為固定版面格式，建議使用平板或電腦閱讀*誠懇歡迎您——參觀、鑑賞、研討和批評；同享集郵旳樂趣和心得；努力發揚正能量的大中華集郵文化。本書編者王瑞山先生經多年搜集和考證，編著了這本介紹中國、香港、澳門、台灣四地首日封及郵票珍品。書內收集很多珍貴郵品，坊間罕見的錯體郵品及郵戳，品種包羅萬有。從大清帝國到回歸前後所發行的郵票、簡單易明的郵票資料、各地的郵政掌故、從郵戳看郵路及郵資的轉變。極具參考價值及收藏意義。
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Stamp Collecting as a Pastime

Enriched edition.

de Edward J. Nankivell, Jackson Price ...

In "Stamp Collecting as a Pastime," Edward J. Nankivell meticulously explores the multifaceted world of philately through a lens that combines both practicality and passion. Nankivell's prose is imbued with a conversational tone, making the historical, cultural, and economic significance of stamp collecting accessible to both seasoned collectors and novices alike. The book is structured to guide ... Leer más

$1.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

In "Stamp Collecting as a Pastime," Edward J. Nankivell meticulously explores the multifaceted world of philately through a lens that combines both practicality and passion. Nankivell's prose is imbued with a conversational tone, making the historical, cultural, and economic significance of stamp collecting accessible to both seasoned collectors and novices alike. The book is structured to guide
... Leer más
Trams and Buses on Stamps

A Collector's Guide

de Howard Piltz ...

Series series Transport Philately Series
In this, the fourth edition of the Transport Philately series the author looks at the treatment of transport using roads rather than rail or air. There have been some particularly attractive and colorful issues of stamps over the years ranging from a trio of beautifully presented illustrations of Israel's early buses to the well-known issue of double-deck buses produced by the Royal Mail in 2001, ... Leer más

$12.39 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

In this, the fourth edition of the Transport Philately series the author looks at the treatment of transport using roads rather than rail or air. There have been some particularly attractive and colorful issues of stamps over the years ranging from a trio of beautifully presented illustrations of Israel's early buses to the well-known issue of double-deck buses produced by the Royal Mail in 2001,
... Leer más
HowExpert Guide to Stamp Collecting

The Ultimate Handbook for Starting a Stamp Collection, Identifying Rare Stamps, and Preserving Philatelic Treasures

de HowExpert ...

If you want to start an exciting hobby, build a unique and valuable stamp collection, or uncover rare philatelic treasures, then HowExpert Guide to Stamp Collecting is the ultimate resource for you!This comprehensive guide takes you step by step through the world of stamp collecting, making it accessible for beginners and invaluable for seasoned enthusiasts. Whether you’re just starting out or ... Leer más

$9.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

If you want to start an exciting hobby, build a unique and valuable stamp collection, or uncover rare philatelic treasures, then HowExpert Guide to Stamp Collecting is the ultimate resource for you!This comprehensive guide takes you step by step through the world of stamp collecting, making it accessible for beginners and invaluable for seasoned enthusiasts. Whether you’re just starting out or
... Leer más
Make Money Collecting Everyday Easy to Find Items

de Bernard Levine ...

In this unique fun compendium, you will discover lots of wonderful things to collect that will reward you with a lifetime of great enjoyment like collecting Rock n Roll Records, Fast Food Toys, Teddy Bears, Stamps, Coins, Old Typewriters, Cameras, Computer Games, Comics, Fountain Pens, Sea Shells, Baseball Cards, Maps, Autographs, Postcards, Beer Cans, Sheet Music, Teaspoons plus so much more! ... Leer más

$3.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

In this unique fun compendium, you will discover lots of wonderful things to collect that will reward you with a lifetime of great enjoyment like collecting Rock n Roll Records, Fast Food Toys, Teddy Bears, Stamps, Coins, Old Typewriters, Cameras, Computer Games, Comics, Fountain Pens, Sea Shells, Baseball Cards, Maps, Autographs, Postcards, Beer Cans, Sheet Music, Teaspoons plus so much more!
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Every Stamp Tells a Story

The National Philatelic Collection

de M. T. Sheahan ...

Every stamp and piece of mail tells a story. In fact, each often tells multiple stories, ranging from concept to art design to production to usage, often with tales of politics, history, technology, biography, genealogy, economics, geography, disaster, and triumph. The lens of philately offers a fresh and engaging story of American history, culture, and identity, and it can also help deepen the ... Leer más

$17.99 USD

Every stamp and piece of mail tells a story. In fact, each often tells multiple stories, ranging from concept to art design to production to usage, often with tales of politics, history, technology, biography, genealogy, economics, geography, disaster, and triumph. The lens of philately offers a fresh and engaging story of American history, culture, and identity, and it can also help deepen the
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The Madman's Guide to Stamp Collecting

de Robert Irwin ...

**A fascinating, one-of-a-kind journey through the obsessive world of collecting (and stamps) by maverick historian and cult writer Robert Irwin.“[A] delightful mishmash of quotations, digressions, obscure facts, arcane anecdotes and playful romps.” — Literary Review**Why do we collect? Is it to rescue objects from oblivion? Is it a kind of desire—or even a kind of madness?Robert Irwin—novelist, ... Leer más

$13.99 USD

**A fascinating, one-of-a-kind journey through the obsessive world of collecting (and stamps) by maverick historian and cult writer Robert Irwin.“[A] delightful mishmash of quotations, digressions, obscure facts, arcane anecdotes and playful romps.” — Literary Review**Why do we collect? Is it to rescue objects from oblivion? Is it a kind of desire—or even a kind of madness?Robert Irwin—novelist,
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有故事的郵票：斯洛伐克童話

de 梁晨 ...

Series Libro 3 - 有故事的郵票
★★臺灣第一套結合郵趣和傳家故事的原創圖文書★★★★好郵趣的讀寫素養╳藝術涵養╳多元文化╳跨域學習★★★★內含：10篇精采圖文故事＋11則多元文化知識＋拉頁故事地圖＋郵信小百科＋郵戲動手做＋2枚類「原圖卡」明信片★★★★★外交．集郵．兒童文學KOL郵情推薦★★★蕭美琴　中華民國駐美國代表博塔文(Martin Podstavek)　斯洛伐克共和國駐台代表曾瑞利　外交部部長辦公室主任、前駐斯洛伐克代表江瑞堂　中華郵政（股）公司總經理何輝慶　英國皇家郵學會會士郭玉燦　高雄市郵藝會理事長曹俊彥　繪本作家、郵票繪圖設計者林玫伶　兒童文學家、前台北市國語實小校長樓桂花　「郵進繪本世界」專欄作家陳玉蓮　《今日郵政》、《東方郵報》專欄作家<p... ... Leer más

$9.24 USD

★★臺灣第一套結合郵趣和傳家故事的原創圖文書★★★★好郵趣的讀寫素養╳藝術涵養╳多元文化╳跨域學習★★★★內含：10篇精采圖文故事＋11則多元文化知識＋拉頁故事地圖＋郵信小百科＋郵戲動手做＋2枚類「原圖卡」明信片★★★★★外交．集郵．兒童文學KOL郵情推薦★★★蕭美琴　中華民國駐美國代表博塔文(Martin Podstavek)　斯洛伐克共和國駐台代表曾瑞利　外交部部長辦公室主任、前駐斯洛伐克代表江瑞堂　中華郵政（股）公司總經理何輝慶　英國皇家郵學會會士郭玉燦　高雄市郵藝會理事長曹俊彥　繪本作家、郵票繪圖設計者林玫伶　兒童文學家、前台北市國語實小校長樓桂花　「郵進繪本世界」專欄作家陳玉蓮　《今日郵政》、《東方郵報》專欄作家<p...
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Fundamentos de Coleccionar Estampillas Postales

de Cornelius McQuillan ...

Fundamentos de Coleccionar Estampillas Postales es una introduccion básica al pasatiempo dedicado al recogimiento de sellos del correo. Incluye como encontrarlos, preparlos y el guardarlos. Sirve como primer libro a la filactaria para un novato. Explique lo más básico de empezar una colección de estampillas postales. ... Leer más

$0.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Fundamentos de Coleccionar Estampillas Postales es una introduccion básica al pasatiempo dedicado al recogimiento de sellos del correo. Incluye como encontrarlos, preparlos y el guardarlos. Sirve como primer libro a la filactaria para un novato. Explique lo más básico de empezar una colección de estampillas postales.
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有故事的郵票：東南亞傳說與美食

de 丁安妮、王麗蘭、匡春芝、阮氏梅英、葉碧珠、周惠玲 ...

Series Libro 5 - 有故事的郵票
★★ 臺灣第一套結合郵趣和世界傳家故事的原創圖文書★★ 108課綱最佳讀物：好郵趣的讀寫素養╳藝術涵養╳多元文化╳跨域學習★★ 2022年上半年度「好書大家讀」優良少年兒童讀物★★ 2022年五月博客來、誠品、金石堂三大書店推薦選書★★ 每書內含：10篇精采圖文故事＋11則多元文化知識＋拉頁故事地圖＋郵信小百科＋郵戲動手做★★ 全彩注音，國小兒童郵趣悅讀小小的郵票，變身大大的魔毯，帶我們飛向東南亞，古往今來，欣賞不思議的故事——越南人是龍王和仙女的後代？印尼的多峇湖是魚精發怒造成的？潑水節由來，是因為梵天打賭輸了，砍下自己的頭……？這些故事，不但超有趣，而且很好吃——每一篇傳說都包含了東南亞的美食元素，從熱帶水果和蔬菜、特色料理，甚至使用的香料... ... Leer más

$9.24 USD

★★ 臺灣第一套結合郵趣和世界傳家故事的原創圖文書★★ 108課綱最佳讀物：好郵趣的讀寫素養╳藝術涵養╳多元文化╳跨域學習★★ 2022年上半年度「好書大家讀」優良少年兒童讀物★★ 2022年五月博客來、誠品、金石堂三大書店推薦選書★★ 每書內含：10篇精采圖文故事＋11則多元文化知識＋拉頁故事地圖＋郵信小百科＋郵戲動手做★★ 全彩注音，國小兒童郵趣悅讀小小的郵票，變身大大的魔毯，帶我們飛向東南亞，古往今來，欣賞不思議的故事——越南人是龍王和仙女的後代？印尼的多峇湖是魚精發怒造成的？潑水節由來，是因為梵天打賭輸了，砍下自己的頭……？這些故事，不但超有趣，而且很好吃——每一篇傳說都包含了東南亞的美食元素，從熱帶水果和蔬菜、特色料理，甚至使用的香料...
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Complete Juvenilia

de Jane Austen ...

Contents:Juvenilia Volume IJuvenilia Volume IIJuvenilia Volume III ... Leer más

$0.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Contents:Juvenilia Volume IJuvenilia Volume IIJuvenilia Volume III
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The Modern Collector

de ALVIN CORBYN ...

In a world where passion meets precision, The Modern Collector is your definitive guide to the art and science of collecting. Whether you're a seasoned collector or just starting your journey, this book will inspire and equip you with the knowledge to build, grow, and cherish your collection.Explore the various facets of collecting, from choosing a focus to expanding your collection with care. ... Leer más

$4.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

In a world where passion meets precision, The Modern Collector is your definitive guide to the art and science of collecting. Whether you're a seasoned collector or just starting your journey, this book will inspire and equip you with the knowledge to build, grow, and cherish your collection.Explore the various facets of collecting, from choosing a focus to expanding your collection with care.
... Leer más
Aircraft and Aviation Stamps

A Collector's Guide

de Howard Piltz ...

Series series Transport Philately Series
Soar around the world with this illustrated guide to postage stamps that commemorate the history of flight.In his series of collector's guides, Howard Piltz combines his two greatest interests: transport and stamps. This volume focuses on aircraft and aviation, highlighting stamps from numerous countries that feature miniature works of art celebrating achievements from early military planes to ... Leer más

$12.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Soar around the world with this illustrated guide to postage stamps that commemorate the history of flight.In his series of collector's guides, Howard Piltz combines his two greatest interests: transport and stamps. This volume focuses on aircraft and aviation, highlighting stamps from numerous countries that feature miniature works of art celebrating achievements from early military planes to
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