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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Discover New York City's vibrant art scene with this comprehensive guide.Art + NYC combines a crash course in 20th- and 21st-century art history with in-depth profiles of celebrated New York City artists, including Warhol, Pollock, and Sherman. Explore the city's artistic landscape, from iconic museums to hidden galleries and public art installations. This guide provides detailed listings and maps for each neighborhood, making it easy to plan your art-filled adventure. Whether you're a seasoned art enthusiast or a first-time visitor, Art + NYC will inspire you to discover the artistic treasures of the Big Apple.…

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Hardback. Condition: Good. While spending a vacation with her grandparents, Mayu, a Japanese first-grader, finds a mysterious mailbox in the forest near their house. She writes a letter and leaves it in the box. The next day she is surprised to find a letter addressed to her. She responds and a friendship develops between the two letter writers. But who could this mysterious friend be? Mayu discovers who he is, and discovers the joys of writing and receiving letters. And when the time comes to go back home, she and her forest friend find an unexpected way to exchange letters and to continue their friendship. Illustrated in the whimsical style that won Kazue Takahashi accolades for her Kuma-Kuma Chan books, The Mailbox in the Forest offers a delightful look into the everyday life of a Japanese girl--with a little magic added. Takahashi, Kazue (illustrator).…

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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Discover New York City's vibrant art scene with this comprehensive guide.Art + NYC combines a crash course in 20th- and 21st-century art history with in-depth profiles of celebrated New York City artists, including Warhol, Pollock, and Sherman. Explore the city's artistic landscape, from iconic museums to hidden galleries and public art installations. This guide provides detailed listings and maps for each neighborhood, making it easy to plan your art-filled adventure. Whether you're a seasoned art enthusiast or a first-time visitor, Art + NYC will inspire you to discover the artistic treasures of the Big Apple.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. Written by local expert Sumiko Kajiyama, Cool Japan explores the heart of Japanese culture and must-see places from a uniquely Japanese perspective. First, visit Kyoto, where you will discover 1,000 years of history, from the ancient love story the Tale of Genji to the traditional tea ceremony. Then head to Tokyo to experience Japan's cutting-edge capital, where the 21st-century kawaii culture collides with landmarks like the Kabuki-za Theater and the Imperial Palace. For a different perspective, venture outside the city to the serene towns of Tohoku, the region largely affected by the 2011 tsunami disaster. Informative, entertaining, and useful, this book is an ideal introduction for any traveler looking for a deeper understanding of Japanese culture, past and present.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Written by local expert Sumiko Kajiyama, Cool Japan explores the heart of Japanese culture and must-see places from a uniquely Japanese perspective. First, visit Kyoto, where you will discover 1,000 years of history, from the ancient love story the Tale of Genji to the traditional tea ceremony. Then head to Tokyo to experience Japan's cutting-edge capital, where the 21st-century kawaii culture collides with landmarks like the Kabuki-za Theater and the Imperial Palace. For a different perspective, venture outside the city to the serene towns of Tohoku, the region largely affected by the 2011 tsunami disaster. Informative, entertaining, and useful, this book is an ideal introduction for any traveler looking for a deeper understanding of Japanese culture, past and present.…

Hardback. Condition: Good. The simple text of love, caring and protection is accompanied by adorable illustrations of animals and dinosaurs that hug, help, and protect a human child. The comforting text is ideal for a soothing bedtime story. This beautiful book is a perfect gift for parents with a newborn baby.…

Hardback. Condition: Good. A young boy, Yamo, lives in the Afghan village of Paghman. The peaceful village is surrounded by the bounty of nature. Fruit trees burst into bloom in the spring, and in the summer, Yamo's whole family joins in harvesting apricots, plums, and cherries--breaking into song as they pick. This year, for the first time, Yamo goes to the market in town to sell their harvest with his father. He is filling in for his older brother, who is off fighting in the war. After they have sold their fruit, his father uses the income to buy a white baby lamb. Readers will feel experience the deep love of the family, enjoy the breathtaking beauty of the landscape, and vivid activities at the town market. Then on the final page, readers will be stunned to learn: This winter, my village was destroyed by the war, and now it's all gone. This book, the first of three in the Yamo's Village series, leads the young reader to think in real terms about the meaning of war and its impact. And they understand that there used to be many beautiful villages in Afghanistan.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. A culinary journey through French history, art, and literature. Talleyrand said, "Show me another pleasure like dinner which comes every day and lasts an hour." Eating Eternity explores the profound connection between food and French culture, from Proust's madeleine to Zola's market scenes. Discover the restaurants where Napoleon proposed, the cafes frequented by Hemingway and Miller, and the out-of-the-way sites that bring Parisian culinary experiences to life. Eating Eternity is your unique guide to: The cultural symbolism of French gastronomy The artistic representation of food throughout history Historical context of French cuisine For readers interested in French history, art, literature, and the culinary arts, Eating Eternity offers a unique and seductive menu of places where art and food intersect. Bon appétit.…

Hardback. Condition: Good. Children will enjoy choosing their favorite from this variety of cute, illustrated dinosaursPakkun goes after an egg that fell into a hole, and it leads to the world of dinosaurs He meets various dinosaurs and asks about the egg. Will he find it? A fun way to learn about dinosaurs, this book features Yasuko Kimura's unique and comical illustrations that show the dynamic dinosaurs of the world.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. Discover one of the world's most fascinating and historic cities through 30 dramatic true stories spanning the rich history of London. Author Kevin Jackson takes readers through more than 2,000 years of British history with exciting essays on topics such as London's origins, Richard the Lion-Hearted, Geoffrey Chaucer, Henry V, Shakespeare, Queen Victoria, Jack the Ripper, Charles Dickens, Oscar Wilde, the Beatles, and more. In addition, guided walking tours of London's historic neighborhoods, illustrated with color photographs and period maps, take readers to the places where history really happened.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. Discover one of the world's most fascinating and beautiful cities through 30 dramatic true stories spanning the rich history of.

Hardback. Condition: Good. While spending a vacation with her grandparents, Mayu, a Japanese first-grader, finds a mysterious mailbox in the forest near their house. She writes a letter and leaves it in the box. The next day she is surprised to find a letter addressed to her. She responds and a friendship develops between the two letter writers. But who could this mysterious friend be? Mayu discovers who he is, and discovers the joys of writing and receiving letters. And when the time comes to go back home, she and her forest friend find an unexpected way to exchange letters and to continue their friendship. Illustrated in the whimsical style that won Kazue Takahashi accolades for her Kuma-Kuma Chan books, The Mailbox in the Forest offers a delightful look into the everyday life of a Japanese girl--with a little magic added. Takahashi, Kazue (illustrator).…

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Paperback. Condition: Good. Discover Manhattan's historic landmarks through beautiful photographs by Alfred Stieglitz, Berenice Abbott, Alfred Eisenstaedt and more; quirky quotes by celebrities, from George Washington to Lenny Bruce; and informative anecdotes, including the last public execution in Washington Square, the ghost of Aaron Burr's lost daughter, Alva Vanderbilt's costume ball, The Beatles' Ed Sullivan Show appearance and more.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Discover Manhattan's historic landmarks through beautiful photographs by Alfred Stieglitz, Berenice Abbott, Alfred Eisenstaedt and more; quirky quotes by celebrities, from George Washington to Lenny Bruce; and informative anecdotes, including the last public execution in Washington Square, the ghost of Aaron Burr's lost daughter, Alva Vanderbilt's costume ball, The Beatles' Ed Sullivan Show appearance and more.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. There's more to Los Angeles than lights, camera, action From the city's early, devilish days populated by missionaries, robber barons, oil wells and orange groves, Chronicles of Old Los Angeles explains how the Wild West became the Left Coast. Learn how Alta California became the 31st state, and how ethnic waves built Los Angeles--from Native Americans to Spaniards, Latinos and Asians, followed by gangsters, surfers, architects and the Hollywood pioneers who brought fame to the City of the Angels. Then, discover the city yourself with six guided walking/driving tours of LA's historic neighborhoods, profusely illustrated with color photographs and period maps.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. Written by local expert Sumiko Kajiyama, Cool Japan explores the heart of Japanese culture and must-see places from a uniquely Japanese perspective. First, visit Kyoto, where you will discover 1,000 years of history, from the ancient love story the Tale of Genji to the traditional tea ceremony. Then head to Tokyo to experience Japan's cutting-edge capital, where the 21st-century kawaii culture collides with landmarks like the Kabuki-za Theater and the Imperial Palace. For a different perspective, venture outside the city to the serene towns of Tohoku, the region largely affected by the 2011 tsunami disaster. Informative, entertaining, and useful, this book is an ideal introduction for any traveler looking for a deeper understanding of Japanese culture, past and present.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Written by local expert Sumiko Kajiyama, Cool Japan explores the heart of Japanese culture and must-see places from a uniquely Japanese perspective. First, visit Kyoto, where you will discover 1,000 years of history, from the ancient love story the Tale of Genji to the traditional tea ceremony. Then head to Tokyo to experience Japan's cutting-edge capital, where the 21st-century kawaii culture collides with landmarks like the Kabuki-za Theater and the Imperial Palace. For a different perspective, venture outside the city to the serene towns of Tohoku, the region largely affected by the 2011 tsunami disaster. Informative, entertaining, and useful, this book is an ideal introduction for any traveler looking for a deeper understanding of Japanese culture, past and present.…

Hardback. Condition: Good. The simple text of love, caring and protection is accompanied by adorable illustrations of animals and dinosaurs that hug, help, and protect a human child. The comforting text is ideal for a soothing bedtime story. This beautiful book is a perfect gift for parents with a newborn baby.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Van Gogh, Munch, Vermeer, Caravaggio, and Goya are five iconic European artists whose inspirational works have been obsessed over by art lovers and travelers for years. To see masterpieces such as>Starry Night and>The Scream up close is awe-inspiring, but this guide offers true devotees even more. The book provides detailed walking tours of Van Gogh's Arles, France; Munch's Oslo, Norway; Vermeer's Delft, Netherlands; Caravaggio's Rome, Italy; and Goya's Madrid, Spain; as well as meticulously researched articles on the artists' lives. It is packed with useful sidebars, suggested itineraries, museum locations, and an extended index of artwork, and features color photographs of more than 150 paintings.…

Hardback. Condition: Good. A young boy, Yamo, lives in the Afghan village of Paghman. The peaceful village is surrounded by the bounty of nature. Fruit trees burst into bloom in the spring, and in the summer, Yamo's whole family joins in harvesting apricots, plums, and cherries--breaking into song as they pick. This year, for the first time, Yamo goes to the market in town to sell their harvest with his father. He is filling in for his older brother, who is off fighting in the war. After they have sold their fruit, his father uses the income to buy a white baby lamb. Readers will feel experience the deep love of the family, enjoy the breathtaking beauty of the landscape, and vivid activities at the town market. Then on the final page, readers will be stunned to learn: This winter, my village was destroyed by the war, and now it's all gone. This book, the first of three in the Yamo's Village series, leads the young reader to think in real terms about the meaning of war and its impact. And they understand that there used to be many beautiful villages in Afghanistan.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. A culinary journey through French history, art, and literature. Talleyrand said, "Show me another pleasure like dinner which comes every day and lasts an hour." Eating Eternity explores the profound connection between food and French culture, from Proust's madeleine to Zola's market scenes. Discover the restaurants where Napoleon proposed, the cafes frequented by Hemingway and Miller, and the out-of-the-way sites that bring Parisian culinary experiences to life. Eating Eternity is your unique guide to: The cultural symbolism of French gastronomy The artistic representation of food throughout history Historical context of French cuisine For readers interested in French history, art, literature, and the culinary arts, Eating Eternity offers a unique and seductive menu of places where art and food intersect. Bon appétit.…

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good-. Light edge wear, one corner bumped, spine lightly cocked or twisted, else trade paperback is in very good+ condition.