Search Results: Authors starting with B from Stillman Books

From the Introduction: "In the forging of the Canadian nation, one of the greatest accomplishments was the securing of a railway from sea to sea. This railway, the Canadian Pacific, was one of the conditions of British Columbia's entry into the Canadian Confederation."
"Once the railway was completed, the infrastructure required to support it was enormous. In this book I pay tribute to the station agents, who, often on duty twenty-four hours a day, were responsible for the day-to-day operation of their stations, the nerve centres of their community. Now only a memory, these station agents were a vital force in knitting this country together."
SIGNED by author on the title page, without an inscription.

From the front d.j. flap: "Heavy Metal features some of the best work of three Australian railway enthusiasts: George Bambery, Malcolm Holdsworth and Robert Kingsford-Smith. Following upon the success of their first book 'Famous Last Lines', it breaks entirely new ground by giving each photographer full rein in a chapter of his own."

SIGNED and dated without inscription by both Author Jo Bannatyne-Cugnet and Artist Yvette Moore on the title page. Oct. '94.
From the d.j.: "...writer Jo Bannatyne-Cugnet and artist Yvette Moore show family life on the prairies. "Each time a farmer plants a crop, it is an act of faith," writes Bannatyne-Cugnet. We witness how that faith is passed on from generation to generation through the months of the year."
"A Prairie Year is a celebration of people who care deeply about each other--all the more because of the distances that separate them."

2nd printing. SIGNED by Bantock on title page without inscription. From the d.j. flap: "This book has something for all: literari, archeologists, rock & roll afficionados, intriguing picture-cum-puzzle book. There is a challenge for each story--clues lead to clues toward a final solution--no code-cracking possibility can be left unconsidered."

The usual "postcards" and "odd illustrations". 1st Edition of the third title in this series (more came later). Nick Bantock's signature only on title page. Interesting dust-jacket as usual. Minor stain at bottom of d.j. spine inside, not evident on the outside of spine.

Another example of the enduring artwork of Cicely Barker! A surprise pop-up scene at the back of the book, with music!

Another beautiful edition featuring Cicely Mary Barker's wonderful group of Flower Fairies.

Fairies, Fairies, Fairies all over the place, and who does them better than Cicely Mary Barker. A later printing but still a wonderful book to have, especially in this condition without flaws. Lots of little envelopes and little books to open.

Poems and pictures by Cicely Mary Barker. From the d.j. flap: "This beautiful treasury contains a selection of some of the best-loved Flower Fairies illustrations together with their informative poems. The enlarged format of the watercolour illustrations are reproduced from the recently reoriginated printing plates so that their delicacy and detail can be seen to the finest advantage and Cicely's skilled craftsmanship as an artist can be fully appreciated." Previous owner's name and "1993" on front endpaper (very neatly done).

From the d.j.: "British Columbia: Spirit of the People" celebrates British Columbia's past, present and future. The text, by leading historian Dr. Jean Barman, delves into the region's history, from the first humans to arrive in British Columbia twenty thousand years ago to the promises and hopes of the twenty-first century, relating a remarkable story of challenge and achievement."
"A rich selection of archival images depicting the province's past is combined with spectacular colour photography by an honour roll of BC's finest photographers."
This copy, complete with slipcase to protect the book was given out by the Premiere at a special Presentation Ceremony on March 2nd, 2009 at Government House in Victoria. The front endpapers are SIGNED by Premier Gordon Campbell and Minister of Education Shirley Bond. The 8-page awards pamphlet is in the book and has the list of 20 recipients receiving the award for that year, teachers working within the public, independent and band school systems.

INSCRIBED to Cyndy by both authors. From the d.j. flap: "Making Music celebrates those remarkable Canadian musical artists who have entertained audiences at home and around the world from the early 20th century to the present day. from Paul Anka to Neil Young, from Maureen Forrester to k.d. Lang, and from The Happy Gang to the Tragically Hip, this volume includes colourful biographies of nearly 200 performers whose talents are as wide and diverse as the country they call home."

Another outstanding collection of wonderful paintings to accompany Base's thoughtful story about aspiration, acceptance and friendship, and what it takes to be a leader.

From the d.j.: "When Horace turns eleven, he celebrates in grand style by inviting his friends to a splendid party. There are games, there is fine music, and there is the promise of a magnificent feast to come. But little does Horace know that when the time comes for the birthday banquet, a most curious mystery will be revealed." What happened to all the food? Busy, wonderfully-detailed pages full of many different animals, mostly in fancy dress. The seven-page Top Secret explanation has been opened (who could resist?) and you may be surprised with what happened to the food.
Author/artist Graeme Base has by now published two dozen or more equally interesting and incredible books that can be enjoyed by all ages.

From the d.j. flap: "Jean Batten is one of the great names in aviation history. She was born in New Zealand in 1909, a few weeks after Louis Bleriot flew the English Channel, and qualified for a flying licence at the London Aero Club in 1930. 'Alone in the Sky" tells the story of Jean Batten's early life and of all her famous flights. The vivid descriptions of these flights, made nearly 50 years ago, highlight the hardships and dangers faced by the early aviators. Quite alone she flew immense distances in record times and in the most basic of aeroplanes. Not only did her flights create time records, but they also blazed the trail for the modern airline routes. The book is based on her earlier work "My Life" 1938, but it has been thoroughly revised and lengthened by the author without losing its period feel. Now, to a new generation of readers, used to sophisticated jet travel, her achievements will seem incredible. This is a gripping story of skill and courage written by one of the last great pioneer flyers."

Mint in original shrinkwrap. Easton Press. 1990. There seems to be a bit of a problem accessing the full description here. Please click on the book title or the "book box" for page 2 and the rest of the description.

Text by Jean Sparks. From the d.j.: "Oak Bay in Photographs" is a Centennial tribute to a unique municipality nestled on the south shore of Vancouver Island. Combining archival and modern photographs with lively text, this book covers in words and pictures the many aspects of Oak Bay."

From the d.j. flap: "The coastline of British Columbia is tortuous, rugged and at some seasons of the year, forbidding. For many who lived there the dominant feature of the Coast, both geographically and spiritually, was isolation. Into this context, over the years, the Lord has brought chosen workers to serve Him in response to his Great Commission. Among them have been the people of the Pacific Coast Children's Mission, who have taken the Good News espcially to the scattered and often isolated children and their families. This is an inspiring story of how God interwove their lives as intricately as the coastline he put them into, to be for Him A Candle on the Coast."
Author Alf Bayne has SIGNED the title page withour any inscription.

Mint in original shrinkwrap. Easton Press. 1990. There seems to be a bit of a problem accessing the full description here. Please click on the book title or the "book box" for page 2 and the rest of the description.

Inscribed on the half-title with an inscription, a flamboyant signature and a quote from Thomas Wolfe. A memorable and poignant story.

From the d.j. flap: "This is truly a complete summary of man's route to the conquest of air, for it shows clearly the interplay of legend and the writings of such men as Poe, Jules Verne and H.G. Wells, with the painstaking work of scientists and inventors spurred on by the dreams and predictions of the writers." Includes a number of drawings and photos.