September 11
ISBN: 9781448655274 / Angielski / Miękka / 300 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Born on September 11, 1985, Kevin Stillwater has lost one family member after another on his birthday, including both of his parents at the Pentagon in 2001. As a result, Kevin grew up troubled and afraid his birthday would ultimately lead to the extinction of his entire family. Although born into wealth, Jeremiah Flint follows his uncle Solomon into a career in law enforcement. While working for the Kansas Bureau of Investigation, he befriends Kevin and enlists the young man's computer hacking skills to find his nephew, Ivan, who is missing in the foster care system. As Kevin's 21st birthday...
Born on September 11, 1985, Kevin Stillwater has lost one family member after another on his birthday, including both of his parents at the Pentagon i...
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72,80 zł |
The Spurs of James J. Wheat, Pioneer Collector
ISBN: 9780976183464 / Angielski / Twarda Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. With pockets full of cash and the help of trusted scouts, oilman James J. Wheat of Loving County, Texas, amassed one of the most impressive collections of horse spurs in the state. Drawing from the 920 spur pairs and singles and more than 100 bits Wheat donated to the Ranching Heritage Association in 1985, expert appraiser Bruce Bartlett has compiled a volume as rich in history as it is in full-color images.Spur aficionados, collectors, and Western historians alike will appreciate his detailed distinctions among particular makers, discussions of the Texas Style and other regional styles, as...
With pockets full of cash and the help of trusted scouts, oilman James J. Wheat of Loving County, Texas, amassed one of the most impressive collection...
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152,15 zł |
The Man Behind the Bottle
ISBN: 9781450054034 / Angielski / Miękka / 164 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The contour Coca-Cola bottle is the most recognized package created by man. It has been called an international icon and one of the most significant artifacts of the twentieth century. Of everything that has been written about The Coca-Cola Company, the one error of omission has been the complete and accurate story about the creation of its famous contour bottle and the impact it has made in the world.
Knowing his entire life that it was his father, Earl R. Dean, who designed the bottle, it became the author's mission to get the story told before the truth was forever lost-to set the... The contour Coca-Cola bottle is the most recognized package created by man. It has been called an international icon and one of the most significant a...
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91,25 zł |
The Man Behind The Bottle
ISBN: 9781450054041 / Angielski / Twarda / 164 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The contour Coca-Cola bottle is the most recognized package created by man. It has been called an international icon and one of the most significant artifacts of the twentieth century. Of everything that has been written about The Coca-Cola Company, the one error of omission has been the complete and accurate story about the creation of its famous contour bottle and the impact it has made in the world.
Knowing his entire life that it was his father, Earl R. Dean, who designed the bottle, it became the author's mission to get the story told before the truth was forever lost-to set the... The contour Coca-Cola bottle is the most recognized package created by man. It has been called an international icon and one of the most significant a...
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164,26 zł |
The Man Who Put the Lights Along Route 66: Memories of James Harland Stiles
ISBN: 9781604943894 / Angielski / Miękka / 29 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. "It was our father who put the lights on Route 66 when America was beginning to find herself again. He built a business in an era of American progress with light, paint, and design. His artistry lit up the highways with glowing, innovative signs. The gleam of his neon glass acted as a beacon for travelers searching for a good meal, or for respite at one of the new 'motor hotels.'" "It was our father who put the lights on Route 66 when America was beginning to find herself again. He built a business in an era of American progr... |
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130,41 zł |
The Bingo Pinball War: United Vs Bally, 1951-1957
ISBN: 9780764335570 / Angielski / Twarda / 144 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. United and Bally were the only two true US manufacturers of bingo pinball machines, and in the 1950s they fought an all-out battle to capture the elusive bingo pinball machine market. This comparative history details the intriguing story of mid-century, American industrial and entertainment innovation that pitted United engineer, Lyndon Durant and Bally's Don Hooker against each other in a battle royale to produce the best bingo pinball machine. Through more than 200 photos and illustrations detailing 60 games, Jeffrey Lawton, premier bingo pinball machine enthusiast, introduces Durant's...
United and Bally were the only two true US manufacturers of bingo pinball machines, and in the 1950s they fought an all-out battle to capture the elus...
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193,35 zł |
Yesterday's Farm Tools & Equipment
ISBN: 9780764336034 / Angielski / Twarda / 208 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Hundreds of old farm tools and equipment are shown to be echoes of America's past, as farming remains vital to the economy today. Major chapters cover old haying, grains, tobacco, orchards, poultry, dairy, horses and mules in farm practices. Over 600 vintage and modern photos display the amazing variety of gadgets once necessary for farming. These objects are preserved in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, at the Landis Valley Museum, where they help to interpret American farm life of the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries. This book extends the reach of the museum's collections to interested people...
Hundreds of old farm tools and equipment are shown to be echoes of America's past, as farming remains vital to the economy today. Major chapters cover...
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193,35 zł |
The Primer Of American Antiques
ISBN: 9781445511023 / Angielski / Miękka / 208 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are repub...
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136,27 zł |
The Primer Of American Antiques
ISBN: 9781445514864 / Angielski / Twarda / 208 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are repub...
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170,35 zł |
Toys Remembered: Men Recall Their Childhood Toys
ISBN: 9781450275439 / Angielski / Miękka / 196 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. In this companion book to "Dolls Remembered," men reminisce about the boyhood toys and games that still hold a place in memory.
In this companion book to "Dolls Remembered," men reminisce about the boyhood toys and games that still hold a place in memory.
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73,68 zł |
The Bianchi Brothers
ISBN: 9781450585255 / Angielski / Miękka / 88 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This work follows the Bianchi Family's move to Victoria, Texas from 1881 -1885, with a focus on Paul and Joe Bianchi, makers of the very collectible Hand-Forged Bianchi Spurs & Bits. It includes many photographs of the family and early advertisements of the Bianchi Brothers, as well as interesting history of early Victoria.
This work follows the Bianchi Family's move to Victoria, Texas from 1881 -1885, with a focus on Paul and Joe Bianchi, makers of the very collectible H...
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91,25 zł |
A Legacy in Tramp Art
ISBN: 9780764341069 / Angielski / Twarda / 224 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. In over 600 color photos, this book presents historical images and introduces newly discovered artists of tramp art, complete with their known biographies. Made from society's discards, primarily wooden cigar boxes and wooden crates, tramp art is the story of the common man, unschooled in the arts, taking a simple tool to carve a legacy from the heart for all of us to enjoy and celebrate. The engaging text tells the personal stories of the creators of tramp art, including Augustus "Gus" Wynn, Levi Fisher Ames, Adolph Vandertie, John Kozimor, Robert Louis Kosmerl, Carl Briston, Ernest Huber,...
In over 600 color photos, this book presents historical images and introduces newly discovered artists of tramp art, complete with their known biograp...
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352,08 zł |
Killer Stuff and Tons of Money: An Insider's Look at the World of Flea Markets, Antiques, and Collecting
ISBN: 9780143121053 / Angielski / Miękka / 336 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Whether it's Antiques Roadshow or American Pickers, or any of the number of TV shows on flea markets, the world of collecting inspires a cult following of millions of Americans. Celebrated author Maureen Stanton takes readers behind the scenes and deep into the "flea-o-sphere," following master antiques dealer Curt Avery from the populist mayhem of flea markets, to the rarefied realm of high-end antiques shows, to the heart-pounding competition of auctions. Killer Stuff and Tons of Money is a captivating tour of the outrageous world of American antiques, jam-packed with...
Whether it's Antiques Roadshow or American Pickers, or any of the number of TV shows on flea markets, the world of collecting inspires ...
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104,33 zł |
Western Memorabilia and Collectibles
ISBN: 9780887404849 / Angielski Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Bob Ball explores areas that will surely be of interest to those fascinated by tales of the Old West. Here are photographic examples of tools, barbershop implements, gambling devices, signs and posters, and a myriad of other infinitely interesting collectibles. He features "cowboy" items, including revolvers, pistols, maps, boots, and chaps, and horse gear, such as bits, saddles, and spurs. A fascinating section covers modern items, such as cowboy-movie posters. A thorough price guide ties it all together. For those who enjoyed Bob's Cowboy Collectibles and Western Memorabilia, this new...
Bob Ball explores areas that will surely be of interest to those fascinated by tales of the Old West. Here are photographic examples of tools, barbers...
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104,49 zł |
Town-Country Old Tools: Locks, Keys and Clures with prices
ISBN: 9780891454175 / Angielski Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. All sorts of old hand tools included for farming, machine shops, woodworking, blacksmithing. Extensive groups of locks, keys, and closures. Many catalog pages with descriptions, sizes and original prices.
All sorts of old hand tools included for farming, machine shops, woodworking, blacksmithing. Extensive groups of locks, keys, and closures. Many catal...
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83,58 zł |
Bill Clinton Philatelic Catalog
ISBN: 9781475184716 / Angielski / Miękka / 266 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Comprehensive catalog of all the postage stamps, foreign cancelled covers, inaugural covers, special event covers, first day covers, impeachment covers, and autographed covers honoring Bill Clinton Beautifully illustrated in full color. over 250 pages
Comprehensive catalog of all the postage stamps, foreign cancelled covers, inaugural covers, special event covers, first day covers, impeachment cover...
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222,19 zł |
America's Patriotic Holidays: An Illustrated History
ISBN: 9780764341908 / Angielski / Miękka / 192 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. America's patriotism comes alive in this beautifully illustrated, in-depth look at the history of six federal holidays plus Flag Day. From the songs patriotism inspired to commemorating each year the birthdays of Presidents George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, this look back into the history of the United States is bound to be filled with nostalgic memories of yesteryear. Relive Columbus' voyage that led to the discovery of America. Learn the story behind great American icons, including Lady Liberty, Uncle Sam, and Betsy Ross. Honor the soldiers who lost their lives in war, as well as the...
America's patriotism comes alive in this beautifully illustrated, in-depth look at the history of six federal holidays plus Flag Day. From the songs p...
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146,30 zł |
Growing Up and Getting Old Behind the Wheel: An American Auto Biography
ISBN: 9781475225525 / Angielski / Miękka / 330 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Cover Art by Abby & Lily Klemmer. Witty and softly sardonic, William Schiff's autobiographical romp describes the author's travels through America and beyond in cars he rode in, bought, modified, and stole. It is peppered with allusions to the films, literature, music, politics, and current events of America, from 1940 - 2010. It describes his incarceration, and ultimate redemption through America's Universities, rather than it's churches, and his life as criminal, student, university professor, behavioral scientist, husband, father, and retiree.
Cover Art by Abby & Lily Klemmer. Witty and softly sardonic, William Schiff's autobiographical romp describes the author's travels through America and...
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59,34 zł |
Quilts: California Bound, California Made, 1840-1940
ISBN: 9780971918405 / Angielski / Miękka / 207 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The richly diverse legacy of California's quilts is beautifully chronicled in words and images in this extraordinary collection spanning a century of quiltmaking. Here is the story of California's quilts, from those California bound--carried on the backs of mules and horses, in covered wagons, by ship or by train--to those California made, created on the farms and in villages and cities across the state. Whether to remember friends and family back home, mourn loved ones lost, record cultural and historical events, or illustrate their new surroundings, California's quiltmakers pieced,... The richly diverse legacy of California's quilts is beautifully chronicled in words and images in this extraordinary collection spanning a century ... |
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219,09 zł |
The Silver Madonna and Other Tales of America's Greatest Lost Treasures
ISBN: 9781589798397 / Angielski / Miękka / 208 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The twenty-four tales in this book are of the most famous lost treasures in America, from a two-foot statue reportedly made entirely of silver (the Madonna ) and a cache of gold, silver, and jewelry that was rumored to also contain the first Bible in America to seventeen tons of gold its value equal to the treasury of a mid-sized nation buried somewhere in northwestern New Mexico. What makes these tales even more compelling is that none of these known-to-be-lost treasures have been discovered, although modern detecting technology has made them eminently discoverable."
The twenty-four tales in this book are of the most famous lost treasures in America, from a two-foot statue reportedly made entirely of silver (the Ma...
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73,68 zł |