Search Results: Titles starting with T from Books to Give ~ Books to Love

Warner Bros. Publications Inc, 1985. Spiral bound. Very Good. What a fun, vintage book! Featuring sheet music for over 70 TV themes, from 1948 to its publication in 1985, the book truly is a "musical history." The book is organized chronologically, with each section featuring a short introduction about television during that period. It features theme music from beloved TV shows such as Roots, M*A*S*H, and The Thorn Birds, as well as themes from sports programs and more. A very neat way to look back at American history through TV and music.

Boston: South End Press, 1989. Softcover. Very Good minus due to underlining. One of the foremost voices in feminist theory, bell hooks is known for her discussions of race, class, and gender. Talking Back is her third book on theory, following Ain't I a Woman: Black Women and Feminism and Feminist Theory from Margin to Center. This profound book explores the concept of the voice and of talking back. In it, hooks explores her comfort with her own voice, incorporating personal reflections on various times in her life into her broader theoretical ideas. A weighty and important read.

Ann Arbor: Center For Chinese Studies, University of Michigan, 1994. First. Softcover. Very good; some highlighting and annotation from previous owner, corners are slightly dog-eared. See photos.. Tao Qian was a major figure in Chinese literary history, known as the best poet of the Six Dynasties period. His work often included themes of nature and simplicity. In this scholarly work, Charles Kwong, Director of the Chinese Program at Tufts University, analyzes Tao Qian's work. In two parts, "The Poet within the Wei-Jin Ethos and Classical Ideals" and "Tao Qian's Poetic Art," Kwong offers close readings and cultural analysis providing insight into the great poet's work. A review in the Harvard Journal of Asiatic Studies states: "This is a worthwhile book that will be of interest to students and scholars of early medieval Chinese literature. Kwong's writing is... clear, and he deserves high marks for his attention to cultural ideals and historical context in Tao's writings." The poem excerpts in the… Read More

Schiffer Publishing Ltd, 1999. Softcover. New. Rich in history and valor, the multicolored woven art known as tartan has survived hundreds of years to become the very fabric of the Scottish nation. In these three alphabetically arranged volumes, you will find over 1200 samples of vividly striped tartans covering the names Abbotsford to Yukon. Includes brief historical background, definitions of related terms, and thread counts for the tartan weaver. An invaluable resource for families, clubs, historians, and designers.

Boston: Houghton Mifflin Company, 1986. Softcover. Near Fine; shelf wear. Contents pristine.. A remarkably useful gardening guide featuring 417 full-color photographs. Taylor's gardening guides are considered the most encyclopedic and reliable available, and this volume is no exception. Featuring basic gardening information, a guide to flowers by color, and an A-Z perennial encyclopedia from Acanthus to Zantedeschia, this book contains everything the perennial gardener could need. With a description and "how to grow" information for each plant, this book is a fundamental gardening resource.

New York: Barron's Educational Series, Inc, 2001. Softcover. New. Photographs by Philippe Hurlin and Matthieu Prier. An absolutely charming boxed set. Includes a tea booklet detailing the history of tea in China, Japan, and Europe, and 40 vividly colorful cards (see third photo) with photographs on the front and sophisticated tea recipes on the back, all in a keepsake box. We can honestly say this is the most impressive gift we have ever seen at this price point. All our sets are brand new and shrink wrapped. With elegant gift wrap, a memorable gift for your favorite tea lover. By Gilles Brochard, one of France's foremost tea experts and author of numerous books on tea.

San Diego: Thunder Bay Press, 2009. Hardcover. Very good. Kelli Allen-Pratt. Very nice copy of this hard-to-find 2009 edition. Impressive four-page illustrated pullout of the Salt Lake Temple, and lovely photographs of the first 129 temples worldwide. Comprehsive descriptions of each temple. Beautifully done. Our copy has a slight ding in the cover, so much reduced price. Contents are perfect. ABEDESC Impressive four-page illustrated pullout of the Salt Lake Temple, and lovely photographs of the first 129 temples worldwide. Comprehensive descriptions of each temple. Beautifully done. Our copy has a slight ding in the cover, so much reduced price. Contents are perfect. Near fine.

New York: Doubleday, 2017. First Edition. Hardcover. New/New. Richly illustrated with Sendak's work. Author Jonathan Cott was widely praised for this indepth examination of the life and work of Maurice Sendak. Cott himself not only examines Sendak's inspirations and inner workings, but he also brings forth perspectives from a Freudian analyst, a Jungian analyst, an art historian, and Sendak's great friend, playwright Tony Kushner. Cott is a contributing editor of Rolling Stone and contributes to the New Yorker and the New York Times, in addition to authoring his previous 18 books. Sendak's enchanting illustrations are showcased throughout. This work would make an impressive gift - it just drips "expensive" - for any fan of Sendak's. ABEDESC Author Jonathan Cott was widely praised for this indepth examination of the life and work of Maurice Sendak. Cott himself not only examines Sendak's inspirations and inner workings, but he also brings forth perspectives from a Freudian analyst, a Jungian… Read More

Time Life Books, 1988. Softcover. New; slipcase is near fine, with crease in front. The Time This Fabulous Century series, published in 1988, looked back on the 100 years between 1870 and 1970. This set features 5 of the 10 volumes, each covering a different decade from 1920 to 1970. Each volume is filled with black-and-white and, later, color photographs from the Time-Life archives, depicting life in that century. The books cover popular culture, business, sports, politics, and historical insights. For example, the 1920-30 volume features a section on prohibition; the 1930-40 book includes profiles of famous criminals of the decade; 1940-1950's edition offers many wartime photos; the 1950-1960 book illustrates the hula-hoop craze; and the 1960-1970 volume is filled with photos of the civil rights movement. These topics and many others are brought to life by full-page photos and illustrations. The five volumes are housed in an attractive slipcase with gilt lettering and design on its front and… Read More

MacMillan Audio, 2011. New. Marguerite Gavin gives a critically-praised performance in this audio version of the book. Stabenow was born, raised, and lives in Alaska, where the Shugak novels are set. This one has all the elements of a "can't put it down and it's 3:00 am!" mystery, plus her credible narrative of the Alaskan setting. We personally want to own our audio books, but the CD's are getting more difficult to find and so we were glad to come across this one copy. Running time 15.5 hours. Volume 18 of the Kate Shugak novels. New copies of this audio book are almost impossible to find. Amazon lists it tonight for $788, and that ridiculous auto- pricing amount is reflective of "none to be had." Our copy is new and still in shrink wrap.

New York: Viking Press, 2005. First Edition. Hardcover. New/New. A scarce new, signed first edition. Collector's copy. Set inCanada and the battlefields of France and Belgium, Three-Day Road is a mesmerizing novel told through the eyes of Niska, a Canadian Oji-Cree woman living off the land who is the last of a line of healers and diviners, and her nephew Xavier. At the urging of his friend Elijah, a Cree boy raised in reserve schools, Xavier joins the war effort. Shipped off to Europe when they are nineteen, the boys are marginalized from the Canadian soldiers not only by their native appearance but also by the fine marksmanship that years of hunting in the bush has taught them. Both become snipers renowned for their uncanny accuracy. But while Xavier struggles to understand the purpose of the war and to come to terms with his conscience for the many lives he has ended, Elijah becomes obsessed with killing, taking great risks to become the most accomplished sniper in the army. Eventually the… Read More

New York: Hearst Books, 2004. First. Hardcover. New/New. John Ueland. From the editors of Town & Country magazine comes this lovely little book designed to help us all learn how to give an outstanding toast. Organized alphabetically from "America" to "Women," this book is full of quotes, sound bites, and one-liners that can be seamlessly incorporated into a great toast.The book's introduction is also full of tips and instruction for writing one's own toast. Featuring quotes from historical figures, old-fashioned "vintage toasts" and further inspiration, the book truly provides a toast for every occasion. For example, the Anniversary section offers a toast to longevity: "May we love as long as we live, and live as long as we may love." A section on historical toasts includes a toast made by William Jennings Bryan to the British Navy: "Gentlemen, I believe your victories were won on water." The section on New Years proposes a toast to forgetting: "'Tis better to forget, than remember with regret."… Read More

New York: Skyhorse Publishing, 2016. First Edition. Hardcover. New/New. For 60+ years, Steve Raymond has fished all over the world. Among several other books, he has written 10 non-fiction works on fly fishing. In this work of fiction, he entertains with five stories about fly fishing. (In his spare time, Raymond was editor and manager of The Seattle Times.) ABEDESC For 60+ years, Steve Raymond has fished all over the world. Among several other books, he has written 10 non-fiction works on fly fishing. In this work of fiction, he entertains with five stories about fly fishing. (In his spare time, Raymond was editor and manager of The Seattle Times.). This is a beautiful book, and it looks and feels much more expensive than it is. The cover feels amazing to the touch, the paper quality is high, and the font size is excellent for reading. The publisher has done well by this author. Trout Quintet will make an excellent yet inexpensive gift for your favorite fisherman, or for any of the many fans of… Read More

Boston: Little, Brown & Co, 2004. First Edition. Hardcover. New/New. About the book, from the publisher: "An outpouring of cheers, tears, and applause propelled this tender and hilarious first novel onto national bestseller lists immediately upon publication. Telling the story of two sisters-Olivia, a hotshot Hollywood producer whose life is unraveling, and Maddie, an unflaggingly optimistic, seriously ill midwesterner whose idealism has always driven Olivia crazy-The True and Outstanding Adventures of the Hunt Sisters offers a startlingly poignant reminder of how hope can grow in even the darkest places." About the author: Before becoming a novelist, Elisabeth Robinson had a successful career as an executive and screenwriter in the motion picture business, both for major studios and working independently. In 2002, Variety named her one of the "Top Ten Producers To Watch." Since 2005, MORE magazine has commissioned Robinson to write adventure travel stories. She has also published articles… Read More

New York: Atlantic Monthly Press, 2011. First Edition. Hardcover. New/New. Part family drama, part murder mystery, this highly praised first novel has been characterized as "gripping and brilliant." The new, signed first edition (opened only once for signing) will make a terrific gift for your favorite fan of literary mysteries - who will no doubt be thrilled with a signed first edition! ABEDESC Opened only once for signing-a true collector's copy. Part family drama, part murder mystery, this highly praised first novel has been characterized as "gripping and brilliant." This volume will make a terrific gift for your favorite fan of literary mysteries - who will no doubt be thrilled with a signed first edition!

New. An utterly charming version of the Night Before Christmas. Highly color-saturated full page illustrations from the famous Santa paintings for Coca-Cola by Haddon Sundblom. Painted in the 1930's, these images formed America's vision of Santa Claus. Large, crisp typeface so the children can follow along as you read, and a history of the images included.