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Victorian Secrets

What a Corset Taught Me about the Past, the Present, and Myself

by Sarah A. Chrisman ...

On Sarah A. Chrisman’s twenty-ninth birthday, her husband, Gabriel, presented her with a corset. The material and the design were breathtakingly beautiful, but her mind immediately filled with unwelcome views. Although she had been in love with the Victorian era all her life, she had specifically asked her husband not to buy her a corset-ever. She’d heard how corsets affected the female body and ... Read more

$21.68 NZD

On Sarah A. Chrisman’s twenty-ninth birthday, her husband, Gabriel, presented her with a corset. The material and the design were breathtakingly beautiful, but her mind immediately filled with unwelcome views. Although she had been in love with the Victorian era all her life, she had specifically asked her husband not to buy her a corset-ever. She’d heard how corsets affected the female body and
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Antique Marks

by Collins ...

This handy guide to identifying and interpreting gold, silver, platinum and ceramic marks includes all hallmarks from 1544. Details of the new hallmarking system, international marks and guides to the great makers are all included.Do you attend car boot sales or browse in antique shops in search of bargains? Have you ever wished you knew more about grandma’s silver spoons? Do you envy the experts’ ... Read more

$15.99 NZD

This handy guide to identifying and interpreting gold, silver, platinum and ceramic marks includes all hallmarks from 1544. Details of the new hallmarking system, international marks and guides to the great makers are all included.Do you attend car boot sales or browse in antique shops in search of bargains? Have you ever wished you knew more about grandma’s silver spoons? Do you envy the experts’
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Miller's Antiques Handbook & Price Guide 2020-2021

by Judith Miller ...

Miller's Antiques Handbook & Price Guide remains the essential and trusted guide to the antiques market. It has earned the reputation of being the book no dealer, collector or auctioneer should be without. Compiled by Judith Miller, world-renowned antiques expert and co-founder of the book, the guide features more than 8,000 antiques.Comprehensive sections cover ceramics, furniture, glass, silver ... Read more

$19.99 NZD

Miller's Antiques Handbook & Price Guide remains the essential and trusted guide to the antiques market. It has earned the reputation of being the book no dealer, collector or auctioneer should be without. Compiled by Judith Miller, world-renowned antiques expert and co-founder of the book, the guide features more than 8,000 antiques.Comprehensive sections cover ceramics, furniture, glass, silver
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Clans and Tartans

Traditional Scottish tartans

by Scottish Tartans Authority ...

Series series Collins Little Books
The perfect introduction to Scottish tartans. Produced in association with the Scottish Tartans Authority, this Little Book focuses on the history of the world famous Scottish tartan. Optimised for colour tablets. The images in this ebook are not suitable for viewing on black and white e-ink devices.Contents include:• Over 100 clans presented with their tartan, crest, motto and Gaelic clan name.• ... Read more

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The perfect introduction to Scottish tartans. Produced in association with the Scottish Tartans Authority, this Little Book focuses on the history of the world famous Scottish tartan. Optimised for colour tablets. The images in this ebook are not suitable for viewing on black and white e-ink devices.Contents include:• Over 100 clans presented with their tartan, crest, motto and Gaelic clan name.•
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This Victorian Life

Modern Adventures in Nineteenth-Century Culture, Cooking, Fashion, and Technology

by Sarah A. Chrisman ...

Part memoir, part micro-history, this is an exploration of the present through the lens of the past.We all know that the best way to study a foreign language is to go to a country where it's spoken, but can the same immersion method be applied to history? How do interactions with antique objects influence perceptions of the modern world?From Victorian beauty regimes to nineteenth-century bicycles, ... Read more

$27.40 NZD

Part memoir, part micro-history, this is an exploration of the present through the lens of the past.We all know that the best way to study a foreign language is to go to a country where it's spoken, but can the same immersion method be applied to history? How do interactions with antique objects influence perceptions of the modern world?From Victorian beauty regimes to nineteenth-century bicycles,
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A Beginner's Guide To Collecting Powder Compacts

by Caroline Y Preston ...

For lovers of these beautiful little feats of engineering ……….This is an inexpensive little guide intended for those starting to collect powder compacts. It gives general information on collecting and caring for compacts and features colour pictures, rarity indication and details of around 300 different powder compacts, carryalls and nécessaires from the early 1900's up to the present day. ... Read more

$4.99 NZD

For lovers of these beautiful little feats of engineering ……….This is an inexpensive little guide intended for those starting to collect powder compacts. It gives general information on collecting and caring for compacts and features colour pictures, rarity indication and details of around 300 different powder compacts, carryalls and nécessaires from the early 1900's up to the present day.
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Paint and Porcelain

by RL Enseki-Hancock ...

Some contemporary Japanese porcelain pieces that show the blend of traditional glazes and motifs produced in Arita area. ... Read more

$8.99 NZD

Some contemporary Japanese porcelain pieces that show the blend of traditional glazes and motifs produced in Arita area.
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Monster Cereal Box Premiums – The 1980’s: A Totally Tubular Decade of Crunchy-Sweet Fun

Monster Cereal Box Premiums, #2

by Jonathon Jones ...

Series Book 2 - Monster Cereal Box Premiums
A child of the 80's? Or perhaps just a big fan of the monster cereals? Whatever the case may be, this is the book for you! Chock full of retro sugary goodness, this guidebook is a continuation in the series which started with the 70's. It will make any fan long for the days when cereal was more than just cereal. It was also FUN! ... Read more

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A child of the 80's? Or perhaps just a big fan of the monster cereals? Whatever the case may be, this is the book for you! Chock full of retro sugary goodness, this guidebook is a continuation in the series which started with the 70's. It will make any fan long for the days when cereal was more than just cereal. It was also FUN!
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Catalogue of Rare Old Violins, Violas and Violoncellos - Also Bows of Rare Makes

by Anon ...

This vintage book contains a catalogue of the rare and antique violins offered for sale by the Lyon & Healy company of Chicago in 1917. For each piece there is provided an authentic photograph, as well as an expert description and other notable information. This volume will appeal to violin collectors and antique dealers alike, and it would make for a fantastic addition to collections of vintage ... Read more

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This vintage book contains a catalogue of the rare and antique violins offered for sale by the Lyon & Healy company of Chicago in 1917. For each piece there is provided an authentic photograph, as well as an expert description and other notable information. This volume will appeal to violin collectors and antique dealers alike, and it would make for a fantastic addition to collections of vintage
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Japanese & Oriental Ceramic

by Hazel H. Gorham ...

Japanese and Oriental Ceramics was first published in print form by Tuttle Publishing in 1971.This comprehensive and profusely illustrated work tells how to distinguish Japanese porcelains from Chinese, and how to recognize modern reproductions of genuine old wares. It is completely indexed, contains a lengthy bibliography, and lists Chinese dates important in any discussion of Oriental ceramics ... Read more

$17.99 NZD

Japanese and Oriental Ceramics was first published in print form by Tuttle Publishing in 1971.This comprehensive and profusely illustrated work tells how to distinguish Japanese porcelains from Chinese, and how to recognize modern reproductions of genuine old wares. It is completely indexed, contains a lengthy bibliography, and lists Chinese dates important in any discussion of Oriental ceramics
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HowExpert Guide to 365+ Tips for Antiques and Collectibles

365+ Proven, Practical, and Profitable Tips to Identify, Authenticate, Value, Preserve, and Sell Antiques and Collectibles

by HowExpert ...

If you love antiques and collectibles and want a trusted system to identify, authenticate, value, preserve, and sell with confidence, then HowExpert Guide to 365+ Tips for Antiques and Collectibles is for you.Built on the COLLECTIBLES framework and packed with 365+ proven, practical, and profitable tips, this book covers every stage of collecting. From exploring categories and spotting details to ... Read more

$17.99 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

If you love antiques and collectibles and want a trusted system to identify, authenticate, value, preserve, and sell with confidence, then HowExpert Guide to 365+ Tips for Antiques and Collectibles is for you.Built on the COLLECTIBLES framework and packed with 365+ proven, practical, and profitable tips, this book covers every stage of collecting. From exploring categories and spotting details to
... Read more
Stanley Model Shop

100 Years of Special & Custom Rules

by Scott Lynk, Phil Stanley ...

The Model Shop was a special department at the Stanley Rule & Level Company where all new products and custom and special rule prototypes were created and tested for evaluation by management and customers. The Stanley Company has produced hundreds of these out-of-the-mainstream products which have now become sought-after collectibles.Authors Phil Stanley and Scott Lynk have collaborated to ... Read more

$60.51 NZD

The Model Shop was a special department at the Stanley Rule & Level Company where all new products and custom and special rule prototypes were created and tested for evaluation by management and customers. The Stanley Company has produced hundreds of these out-of-the-mainstream products which have now become sought-after collectibles.Authors Phil Stanley and Scott Lynk have collaborated to
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I survived

My book of memories

by Clodomir Santos ...

"I Survived: My Book of Memories" is more than just an adventure tale. It's a raw and powerful account of a young man's life, marked by loss, suffering, and anguish. Driven to desperation by the relentless spread of poverty in his home, he makes the drastic decision to abandon his studies and plunge into a life of crime. Little did he know that this path, fraught with violence and death, would ... Read more

$6.99 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

"I Survived: My Book of Memories" is more than just an adventure tale. It's a raw and powerful account of a young man's life, marked by loss, suffering, and anguish. Driven to desperation by the relentless spread of poverty in his home, he makes the drastic decision to abandon his studies and plunge into a life of crime. Little did he know that this path, fraught with violence and death, would
... Read more
Knives 2025

Edited by Joe Kertzman ...

The World's Greatest Knife Book is Bigger Than Ever!Now with more than 1,000 stunning knives in full color, this 45th edition of "The World's Greatest Knife Book" is the annual showcase of the most remarkable custom and factory-manufactured knives available. Fixed-blade designs, folders, swords, kitchen cutlery, cleavers, tactical knives, and every other knife style and design imaginable can be ... Read more

$34.99 NZD

The World's Greatest Knife Book is Bigger Than Ever!Now with more than 1,000 stunning knives in full color, this 45th edition of "The World's Greatest Knife Book" is the annual showcase of the most remarkable custom and factory-manufactured knives available. Fixed-blade designs, folders, swords, kitchen cutlery, cleavers, tactical knives, and every other knife style and design imaginable can be
... Read more
A 79 Year old Gearhead, An AI Co-pilot, and a Real Android APP. Impossible? I Decided to Find Out.

by AlBeix ...

I Built an Android App at 79 With Zero Coding Experience.Here's How, and why the most important tool I used wasn't a programming language.I'm a lifelong gearhead. Have been since I was old enough to tell the difference between a flathead and a flat tire.Over the decades I've spotted more interesting abandoned vehicles down more back roads than I could ever count. Barn finds. Field finds. The ... Read more

$15.99 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

I Built an Android App at 79 With Zero Coding Experience.Here's How, and why the most important tool I used wasn't a programming language.I'm a lifelong gearhead. Have been since I was old enough to tell the difference between a flathead and a flat tire.Over the decades I've spotted more interesting abandoned vehicles down more back roads than I could ever count. Barn finds. Field finds. The
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The Story of Louis Vuitton Luggage

by Laia Farran Graves ...

A symbol of French luxury and the art of travel, Louis Vuitton luggage is more than a companion for the journey - it is a global icon.Louis Vuitton revolutionized travel in 1854 with the creation of his elegant, lightweight, airtight trunks - setting a new standard in luxury luggage. This visionary design not only launched a legendary fashion house but also redefined how the world journeys in ... Read more

$16.99 NZD

A symbol of French luxury and the art of travel, Louis Vuitton luggage is more than a companion for the journey - it is a global icon.Louis Vuitton revolutionized travel in 1854 with the creation of his elegant, lightweight, airtight trunks - setting a new standard in luxury luggage. This visionary design not only launched a legendary fashion house but also redefined how the world journeys in
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American Civil War and WW1 Letters and Photos

by J.M. ...

Letters and Photos from Civil War soldiers and WW1 soldier and Red Cross letter to soldier's mother. He died from wounds suffered at the Baattle of Argonne, France, ... Read more

$8.99 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

Letters and Photos from Civil War soldiers and WW1 soldier and Red Cross letter to soldier's mother. He died from wounds suffered at the Baattle of Argonne, France,
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Collecting Abstract Art on a Budget

Create a Collection You Love Without Breaking the Bank

by Evan Stuart Marshall ...

Series Book 1 - Artful Innovations
Are you passionate about abstract art but think it's beyond your budget? Think again! In Collecting Abstract Art on a Budget, discover the secrets to building an impressive collection of abstract artwork while staying within your financial means.This comprehensive guide takes you on a journey through the art world, revealing strategies and techniques to navigate galleries, connect with artists, ... Read more

$29.99 NZD

Are you passionate about abstract art but think it's beyond your budget? Think again! In Collecting Abstract Art on a Budget, discover the secrets to building an impressive collection of abstract artwork while staying within your financial means.This comprehensive guide takes you on a journey through the art world, revealing strategies and techniques to navigate galleries, connect with artists,
... Read more
Knives 2023, 43rd Edition

Edited by Joe Kertzman ...

Series series World's Greatest Knife Book
The World’s Greatest Knife Book Returns!From unique art pieces to hardened tools of war and industry, every knife has its own allure, utility and even soul. This complex and fascinating nature defines a particular knife and is the driving force behind today’s growing and thriving custom knifemaking culture. The pages of KNIVES 2023, 43rd Edition present the best of the best knives and knifemakers ... Read more

$39.99 NZD

The World’s Greatest Knife Book Returns!From unique art pieces to hardened tools of war and industry, every knife has its own allure, utility and even soul. This complex and fascinating nature defines a particular knife and is the driving force behind today’s growing and thriving custom knifemaking culture. The pages of KNIVES 2023, 43rd Edition present the best of the best knives and knifemakers
... Read more
Guide to Palaeolithic Artifacts and Features of the Americas

by Richard Michael Gramly ...

Guide to Palaeolithic Artifacts and Features of the Americas is the go-to reference for stone, bone, antler, ivory, and wooden artifacts of the Palaeolithic era in the Americas. Written by Ricard Michael Gramly, an expert in the field, this book canvases a century of archaeological literature and scholarship and includes over 150 images to clearly and efficiently classify the artifacts discussed ... Read more

$169.99 NZD

Guide to Palaeolithic Artifacts and Features of the Americas is the go-to reference for stone, bone, antler, ivory, and wooden artifacts of the Palaeolithic era in the Americas. Written by Ricard Michael Gramly, an expert in the field, this book canvases a century of archaeological literature and scholarship and includes over 150 images to clearly and efficiently classify the artifacts discussed
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Batik: From the Courts of Java and Sumatra

by Rudolf G. Smend, Harmen C. Veldhuisen, Brigitte Khan Majlis ...

With beautiful full-color Batik cloths and extensive historical and cultural commentary, Batik: From the Courts of Java and Sumatra is a fundamental work in the field of Indonesian art and culture.Batik occupies a special position in Indonesia. The extraordinary photographs of cloths and prints in this book demonstrate why batik is the stuff of textile legend. These 71 batik designs, taken from ... Read more

$27.99 NZD

With beautiful full-color Batik cloths and extensive historical and cultural commentary, Batik: From the Courts of Java and Sumatra is a fundamental work in the field of Indonesian art and culture.Batik occupies a special position in Indonesia. The extraordinary photographs of cloths and prints in this book demonstrate why batik is the stuff of textile legend. These 71 batik designs, taken from
... Read more
Natural Pearls: A Collector’s Guide to Rare and Wild Ocean Gems

Rare and Precious

by Bipin Kesharwani ...

Series series Rare and Precious
Natural Pearls: The Complete Guide to Non-Cultured Gemstones of the OceanDiscover the world of nature's rarest and most extraordinary treasures—Natural Pearls. This captivating and authoritative eBook is your ultimate guide to the breathtaking beauty, mystery, science, and cultural history of non-cultured pearls from oceans, rivers, and seas across the globe. Whether you are a gem enthusiast, a ... Read more

$11.99 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

Natural Pearls: The Complete Guide to Non-Cultured Gemstones of the OceanDiscover the world of nature's rarest and most extraordinary treasures—Natural Pearls. This captivating and authoritative eBook is your ultimate guide to the breathtaking beauty, mystery, science, and cultural history of non-cultured pearls from oceans, rivers, and seas across the globe. Whether you are a gem enthusiast, a
... Read more
Chinese Dress

From the Qing Dynasty to the Present Day

by Valery Garrett ...

Featuring over 450 archival photographs and line drawings, Chinese Dress traces the evolution of Chinese clothing from court and formal costumes to the fashions of modern China.A comprehensive and sumptuously illustrated book, Chinese Dress is the essential reference for costume historians, fashion designers and collectors, as well as lovers of beautiful clothes everywhere. Chapters include:Dress ... Read more

$88.99 NZD

Featuring over 450 archival photographs and line drawings, Chinese Dress traces the evolution of Chinese clothing from court and formal costumes to the fashions of modern China.A comprehensive and sumptuously illustrated book, Chinese Dress is the essential reference for costume historians, fashion designers and collectors, as well as lovers of beautiful clothes everywhere. Chapters include:Dress
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The Art Nouveau Style

A Comprehensive Guide with 264 Illustrations

by Stephan Tschudi Madsen ...

Series series Dover Fine Art, History of Art
A revolutionary reaction to traditional nineteenth-century art, the turn-of-the-century Art Nouveau movement drew much of its inspiration from nature. Applying its sinuous, curvilinear motifs to the decorative arts, graphics, architecture, sculpture, and painting, artists and craftspeople attempted to create a style suitable for a "modern" age.In this absorbing, exceptionally detailed, and well ... Read more

$43.99 NZD

A revolutionary reaction to traditional nineteenth-century art, the turn-of-the-century Art Nouveau movement drew much of its inspiration from nature. Applying its sinuous, curvilinear motifs to the decorative arts, graphics, architecture, sculpture, and painting, artists and craftspeople attempted to create a style suitable for a "modern" age.In this absorbing, exceptionally detailed, and well
... Read more

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