Tuesday, December 25, 2007
The Complete Book of Mustang: Every Model Since 1964
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The Complete Peanuts 1950-1954 Boxed Set [BOX SET]
The first volume, The Complete Peanuts 1950-1952, covers the first two and a quarter years of the strip (October 1950 through December 1952), and will be of particular fascination to Peanuts aficionados worldwide: Although there have been literally hundreds of Peanuts books published, many of the strips from the series' first two or three years have never been collected before—in large part because they showed a young Schulz working out the kinks in his new strip and include some characterizations and designs that are quite different from the cast we're all familiar with (Among other things, three major cast members—Schroeder, Lucy, and Linus—initially show up as infants and only "grow" into their final "mature" selves as the months go by. Even Snoopy debuts as a puppy!). BUY NOW
The second volume, The Complete Peanuts 1953-1954, begins with Peanuts' third full year and a cast of eight: Charlie Brown, Shermy, Patty, Violet, Schroeder, Lucy, the recently born Linus, and Snoopy. By the end of 1954, this will have expanded to nine. Linus still doesn't speak (except, on a few occasions, to himself, à la Snoopy), but Schulz begins laying the foundation for his emergence as the most complex and arguably most endearing character in the strip: garrulous and inquisitive, yet gentle and tolerant. And he evens acquires his "security blanket" in this volume! Meanwhile, Lucy, an infant just a year ago, has forcefully elbowed herself to the front of the cast, proudly wearing her banner as a troublemaker or, in Schulz's memorable phrase, "fuss-budget." The strong, specific relationships she sets up with each character further contributes to making her central to the strip. (She has earned her cover status on this volume.) This period's significant new character is Pig-Pen, who would remain one of the main cast members throughout the decade. And then there's Snoopy. To readers unfamiliar with the early days of the strip, Snoopy's appearances here will no doubt come as the biggest surprise. Although Snoopy has started talking/thinking to himself, he does no imitations (except for one brief shark impression), he doesn't sleep atop his doghouse (much less type or fly a Sopwith Camel), and has no fantasy life—in fact, he doesn't even walk upright! But as we know, he is merely biding his time, and his evolution continues its fascinating course within these pages.
Peanuts is the most successful comic strip in the history of the medium as well as one of the most acclaimed strips ever published. (In 1999, a jury of comics scholars and critics voted it the 2nd greatest comic strip of the 20th century—second only to George Herriman's Krazy Kat, a verdict Schulz himself cheerfully endorsed.) Charles Schulz's characters—Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus, Schroeder, and so many more—have become American icons. A United Media poll in 2002 found Peanuts to be one of the most recognizable cartoon properties in the world, recognized by 94 percent of the total U.S. consumer market and a close second only to Mickey Mouse (96 percent), and higher than other familiar cartoon properties like Spider-Man (75 percent) or the Simpsons (87 percent). In TV Guide's "Top 50 Greatest Cartoon Characters of All-Time" list, Charlie Brown and Snoopy ranked #8.
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Kovels' Antiques & Collectibles Price List 2008: The Bestselling Price Guide in America- 40th Anniversary Edition (Kovels' Antiques and Collectibles P
The book is packed with TONS of pictures! It also is easy to find things and the Kovel's seem to have a knack to know how to organize such a large group of potential categories. Overall, this book was worth every penny in terms of showing me what things are worth and what they are. No other place I have found that can do both so well. By antique-maven. BUY NOW
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Golden Legacy: How Golden Books Won Children's Hearts, Changed Publishing Forever, and Became An American Icon Along the Way (Deluxe Golden Book)
Handbook of United States Coins: 2008 Blue Book (Handbook of United States Coins
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The Hemi in the Barn: More Great Stories of Automotive Archaeology
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Wristwatch Annual 2008: The Catalog of Producers, Models, and Specifications
The elegant photography and layout will encourage readers to pursue the year's offerings for aesthetic appeal as well. The range of styles, from classic to modern, reflects the inclusive nature of this book, which watch collectors the world over will find both a handy reference and required reading. BUY NOW
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Blue Book of Gun Values
Whether buying or selling, this is the place to start when setting a price to buy, sell, or bargain with respect to a particular gun. It is comprehensive and user friendly for those who do not engage in this area very often, but it can be well worth the price in terms of over- or underpricing of firearms for sell or purchase. As an added bonus, this edition honors a true American hero on the cover and inside with an interview of Joe Foss, WWII ace and Medal of Honor recipient. I highly recommend it to all dealers, collectors, and other interested persons! (By John Fraser, Houston, Texas United States). BUY NOW
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The DC Comics Encyclopedia
As a unique, one-volume encyclopedia of more than 1,000 characters created by DC Comics, this is the book that all comic book fans have been waiting for! Featuring some of DC's most creative artists and heroes and villains from the world famous to lesser known one-offs, this thrilling, one-of-a-kind guide has comic book history exploding off every page. BUY NOW
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The Marvel Vault: A Museum-in-a-book With Rare Collectibles from the World of Marvel
By having THE MARVEL VAULT in your collection not only adds to the enjoyment of learning about the entire Marvel community but also has one of the most creative touches the publisher has given the public to date. What ever age you are, Marvel's Vault is sure to be a pleaser. It's fun, informative and gives the reader more than one could imagine. Kids of all ages will love this masterpiece. Don't take my word for it. Open a copy at your favorite bookstore and explore the vault for yourself. iT It is like going into a cave and finding all sorts of different bits of creativity. Congratulations to every person that decides to purchase this bit of history! Plain and simple...It is just fun! If you are or know someone that loves Marvel Characters and also has a playful side to explore different types of reading materials...DO NOT PASS MARVEL'S VAULT UP. The price also makes this a great gift for comic book fans and historians. BUY NOW
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McQueen's Machines: The Cars and Bikes of a Hollywood Icon
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Bunny Williams' Point of View: Three Decades of Decorating Elegant and Comfortable Houses
Shows readers how to realize their own taste and design preferences
You learn from people with great taste,” says Bunny Williams. She should know. As a novice, Williams worked for legendary decorators Sister Parish and Albert Hadley, absorbing everything she could of their peerless design sense. Striking out on her own, she rose to the top rank of the interior design profession, where she has stylishly remained for the last 30 years. Now, it’s our turn to learn from her.
Part memoir and part how-to manual, Bunny Williams’ Point of View showcases many of the drop-dead chic but always cozily comfortable residences whose interiors Williams has designed during her astounding career. As Williams tells it, every design decision she makes is based on a bedrock principle: “Knowing what you value is essential.” Her conviction that every person’s home should manifest their personality guides her as she creates environments that fit each client precisely, “like a couture suit.”
By showing you how to plan and then accomplish that plan for each room of your house, Williams inspires you to take account of your own values—and to realize your personal vision of how you want to live. As she says about the book: “My point of view will help you discover yours.” BUY NOW
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Fifty State Commemorative Quarter Folder: Deluxe Edition 1999-2008
Unfortunately this album has the coin holes too close together. It is almost impossible to insert quarters without permanently creasing the cardboard surrounding the holes. The album I'd been using previously was much sturdier thanks to having more reinforcing cardboard.
In retrospect I think I'd be happier just having more more albums like my original one (By David Bryant, Los Gatos, CA). BUY NOW
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2008 Guide Book of Us Coins Redbook
The indispensible value of this book lies in its detailed and mostly illustrated listings for just about every variety of every U.S. coin. If you collect early coins, especially coppers, take this book with you wherever you go to buy or bid on coins. In fact, most auction catalogues will tell you the actual page of this book where the coin being sold can be found. You can't get by without it. Just make sure you get the latest edition (as I write, 2008 is available; I haven't seen it yet, but I ordered it from Amazon). BUY NOW
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Monday, December 17, 2007
100 Scrapbook Pages You Can Make in One Hour or Less
Scrapbookers will learn the time-effective ways of using color blocking, embellishments, stamping, photo montage, titles, borders, punch art or paper tearing in an album. Both instructional and inspirational this guide is a must for any scrapbooker's library
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Good Tidings LED Three-Tier Window Candle with Light Sensor, Antique Finish
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Map World-Antique Paper 1500's
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