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› Find signed collectible books: 'The American Revolution: A History'
Gordon S. Wood's The American Revolution, part of the Modern Library Chronicles series, is an erudite, concise summary of the events and circumstances surrounding the seminal conflict, both physical and philosophical, in American history. The Modern Library Chronicles are accessible-but-serious works of scholarship, meant to serve as introductions (or refresher courses) on large subjects for interested readers. The American Revolution is an excellent case in point. Wood deftly describes seeds of the Revolution, most notably disgruntlement on the colonists' part brought about by increasingly maladroit and fiscally punishing British policies. He then follows the course of actual warfare and its aftermath, most interestingly the fraught, bitter battle to draw a governing blueprint for the new country.
Wood breaks little new interpretive ground himself, here, but as a synthesizer (and amiable, skillful narrator/guide) he stands on high ground. --H. O'Billovitch [via]
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› Find signed collectible books: 'The Art of George R. R. Martin's a Song of Ice and Fire'
Some of the greatest talents in fantastic art invite you to explore the lands of Westerors and beyond as never before. From the frozen wilderness beyond the Wall to sun-kissed Dorne, and from the rugged and brutal Iron Islands to the exotic East, the breathtaking sights and memorable characters of George R. R. Martins best-selling fantasy series are brought to life in this unique compilation. March to the Wall with Jon Snow and the Sworn Brothers of the Nights Watch, and confront the terrible might of the wildling hordes and the bone-chilling horror of the Others. Follow Robb Starks desperate campaign in the North, from the snow-shrouded Whispering Wood to the green banks of the Trident. Stand with Eddard Stark in the Small Council, and be drawn into the webs of intrigue and deceit spun by Varys the Spider and Cersei Lannister in Kings Landing. Ride with Daenarys Targaryen in her great khalasar, as she begins her crusade against the Free Cities across the Narrow Sea. The Art of George R. R. Martins A Song of Ice and Fire features lavish and lovingly crafted illustrations by renowned fantasy artists such as Jim Burns, John Howe, Ted Nasmith, Steve Stone, Charles Vess, Stephen Youll, and many more. The unforgettable images in this volume are drawn from book covers and special editions, comic books, board and card games, concept art, and fan art personally selected by George Martin from the thousands of illustrations that have been inspired by his work. The Art of George R. R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire is hardcover, with 192 gorgeous, glossy pages and full-color artwork. [via]
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› Find signed collectible books: 'At the Water's Edge: Muskoka's Boathouses'
Award-winning photographer John de Visser and lifestyles writer Judy Ross examine one of Muskoka's most striking features, its boathouses. Exteriors range from Victorian lavishness to Shaker simplicity. Some of these boathouses date back to the 1800s, some are Muskoka modern. Inside are inspired sitting rooms, bedrooms, baths, kitchens, and cherished collections of family memorabilia.
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Eine Übersicht für Architekten, die auch die Bedeutung der Baustoffwahl für die sinnliche Wahrnehmung von Architektur wie Haptik, Geruch, Farbe, Oberflächenstruktur berücksichtigen. Alle wesentlichen herkömmlichen und neuartigen Baustoffe werden hinsichtlich Herstellung, Verarbeitung, Oberflächen, Anschlüssen und Kenndaten umfassend dokumentiert. [via]
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Advances in wood construction technology have required more exacting building codes. This updated edition provides state-of-the-art information on the properties and application of wood building materials and the design techniques for building permanent wood structures. All design criteria presented meet the current standards established by the Uniform Building Code (UBC) and the National Design Specification for Wood Construction (NDS). In addition, this reference is unique in providing thorough, integrated coverage of the principles involved in calculating gravity loads and lateral loads. The book takes a practical approach with fully worked numerical examples illustrating design solutions included throughout the text. This extensively revised and updated third edition features important new material on: Calculating gravity loads and lateral loads, including advanced techniques for understanding earthquake forces; Understanding the behavior of wood frame structures under gravity loads and lateral loads; Determining the properties and uses of particular lumber grades; Utilizing new integrated procedures for beam design; Applying innovative formulas for designing structures subject to axial and bending forces; Designing wood connections based on yield model theory. [via]

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This is a revised and expanded edition of Clifford Smith's catalogue, first published in 1929. The Victoria and Albert Museum houses what is by far the most important collection of medieval furniture, architectural decoration and artifacts in the country. Charles Tracy fully documents and describes this collection, incorporating research undertaken in the field over the past 60 years. There is a lengthy introduction and a definitive bibliography. [via]
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› Find signed collectible books: 'English Regional Chair'
This is arguably the most detailed study ever made of any branch of British furniture. Its unique scope embraces the work of hundreds of craftsmen throughout the country, working within the general tradition of their area, yet superimposing their individual design signatures. Employing a remarkable combination of talents, the author has examined thousands of regional chairs, researched local archives, conducted field studies and collated anecdotal evidence to relate the evolution of known types and makes. The result, far from being a dry research document, is a fascinating living account of the development of hundreds of chair types from all over England and the lives of the craftsmen who produced them. This book has revolutionised collecting and the study of vernacular furniture. It continues to be studied avidly by collectors as hundreds of new makers' names emerge from the anonymity of generalised terms such as Windsor, ladder back and spindle back. This reprint is most welcome. [via]
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› Find signed collectible books: 'Good Wood Handbook'
Brazilian mahogany is among the most versatile woods in the world. Sturdy enough for heavy construction, it is also popular for interior and exterior joinery, doors, flooring, furniture, cabinets, turnery, carving, pattern making, sports equipment, boats, and musical instruments, including pianos. It's also listed as an endangered species.
Good Wood Handbook addresses Brazilian mahogany's dueling traits--its inherent quality and fragile future--in a thorough and educational manner that leaves the reader seeing the forest and the trees. Authors Albert Jackson and David Day organized this effort as a guide to selecting the right wood for the job. Along the way, they cover softwoods, hardwoods, veneers, and manufactured boards. Wood production, logging, milling, drying, and seasoning are explained, as are tips and techniques on laminating, veneering, and steam bending. The middle of the book is devoted to nearly 150 types of wood. Each is pictured in color and specifically detailed in a number of categories, including what country it comes from, the characteristics of the tree, the characteristics of the wood, common uses for the wood, and its average dried weight. Good Wood Handbook explains, for example, that while all wood shrinks as it dries, it will shrink roughly twice as much when cut along the line of a tree's annual rings as it does if cut across them. (And, yes, there are good illustrations to make such descriptions easier to understand.) It also covers the varieties of plywood, including decorative, three-ply, drawerside, multi-ply, four-ply, and six-ply.
As with Brazilian mahogany, Jackson and Day are keenly aware that some woods are in short supply, even endangered. They note in their introduction that it's important that any new--as opposed to recycled--wood come from a well-managed source, and that users should be aware of which species are at risk. This way, they write, "informed choices can be made and steps taken to ensure continued supplies of this beautiful material." --John Russell [via]
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This best-selling text provides an introduction to the entire technology of pulp and paper manufacture. The book features 27 chapters covering all aspects of pulping and papermaking. Hundreds of illustrations, charts, and tables help the reader grasp the concepts being presented. The third edition features additional material on secondary fiber recovery and utilization, mechanical pulping, kraft pulping and bleaching, and papermaking. 2002. 425 pages, hard cover. [via]
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› Find signed collectible books: 'In Detail: Building Simply'
In a time of loud gestures and ostentation unpretentious buildings, which have been reduced to the essentials with no superfluous decoration, are soothing in their purity. This new volume in the series In Detail demonstrates the breadth and complexity of the issues involved in building simply, from functional and economic demands, through ecological and energy-related aspects, to design and construction requirements. "Building Simply" can be read and applied in many ways. In the face of the sheer wealth of possibilities available today and the ever quicker changes in design and style, it is a creative process which does justice to the nature and quality of the materials used and gives rise to unique projects through an economy of means and resources. The project section documents a comprehensive range of international examples, from simple wooden bridges, to pavilions, residential buildings, workshops, and warehouses. [via]
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› Find signed collectible books: 'Know Your Woods : A Complete Guide to Trees, Woods, and Veneers'
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› Find signed collectible books: 'Know Your Woods: Their Identification, Properties and Uses from the Standpoint of Craftsmen, Cabinetmakers, Carpenters, Dealers and Students; Lumber and Veneers; Unusual, Curious and Fabulous Woods; and Detailed Descriptions of Individual Woods'
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The Burton Barr Central Library (Phoenix Central Library) has quickly become a point in the communitys pride while serving as an exciting background to the regions library and information needs. It is a regular tour stop for visitors as well as architects and scholars from around the world. This architectural masterpiece works with the beautiful desert setting, and is designed to display the natural beauty of the West. The top of the library has a great public reading room, reminiscent of older libraries, with the entire non-fiction collection. The design is a mix of futuristic aspects combined with a respect for historical detail. [via]
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› Find signed collectible books: 'The Little Book of Whittling'
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› Find signed collectible books: 'Medieval Boat and Ship Timbers from Dublin'
This is the third volume in "Series B of the Medieval Dublin" excavations. It describes the nautical artefacts found between 1962 and 1981 at several excavation sites in Dublin and deduces their uses. [via]
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› Find signed collectible books: 'Modern Carpentry: Building Construction Details in Easy-To-Understand Form'
Modern Carpentry is a colorful, easy-to-understand source of current information on building materials and construction methods. This resource provides detailed coverage of all aspects of light construction, including foundations, framing and windows. Special emphasis is placed on the use of modern materials and techniques. [via]
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Noruwei no mori, Vol. 2 (Japanese Edition) by Murakami, Haruki [via]
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This book catapulted Murakami to iconic status on its publication in Japan and many instances of popularity - wearing different colors on special days, for instance - have passed into literary legend & lore. [via]
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› Find signed collectible books: 'A Reverence for Wood'
The special knowledge of which wood is suited to which task, the ready identification of native trees, the reverence for wood, the instinctive knowledge that wood can warm the soul as well as the body -- these virtues of a bygone age are revived in Eric Sloane's remarkable work. Heavily illustrated, with a section on identification of nearly sixty native trees, A REVERENCE FOR WOOD provides an illuminating view of the resource that made possible so much of the early settlement of North America. [via]
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› Find signed collectible books: 'Roman Domestic Wood: Analysis of the Morphology, Manufacture and Use of Selected Categories of Domestic Wooden Artefacts with Particular Reference to the Material from Roman Britain'
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› Find signed collectible books: 'Sabre, Mig-15 & Hunter'
This is the first in the Legends of the Air series and as its title suggests narrates the histories of three of the classic jet fighters of the 1950s.
Legends 1, like all the books in this series, is essentially three books in one and covers each phase of the development and operation of these three very different yet technically competing aircraft which emerged at a time when the Cold War was anything but cold.
The North American Sabre was the best the West had in 1950 when war erupted in Korea. The USSR surprised the West by the unexpectedly good performance of the previously little known MiG-15, a fine aircraft at the time only let down by poor airmanship and restricted tactical doctrine. England's Hunter followed these two into the air and naturally exceeded the performance of both, consequently remaining in widespread service well into the early 1990s.
In addition to the approximately 70,000 words of text by Stewart Wilson, Sabre, MiG-15 & Hunter is illustrated with 36 specially commissioned color sideview drawings and technical cutaways by Juanita Franzi, and features specification and production tables, maps of areas of operations, and hundreds of photographs. [via]
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› Find signed collectible books: 'Simplified Engineering for Architects and Builders'
Considered a standard in the field, this edition has been updated and expanded. Presents a minimum of fundamental structural mechanics and a digest of the basic issues regarding common forms of construction in major structural materials of wood, steel, concrete and masonry. Contains a new section on the topic of strength design, the latest information on model building codes and industry standards, a chapter on the basic nature and some detail of trusses. Includes a wealth of illustrative examples. [via]
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In the future world of Supermarket, it's the literal truth. Legitimate and black-market economies rule the City, overseen by the vying factions of the Yakuza and Porno Swede crime families. convenience store clerkette and 16-year old suburban wise-ass Pella Suzuki suddenly finds herself in themiddle of it all, heir to an empire she couldn't possibly inherit, but hitmen on both sides aren't taking any chances. [via]

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› Find signed collectible books: 'Timber Construction Manual'
With some 600 photos and 4000 drawings and plans, the Wood Construction Manual is a comprehensive and indispensable reference work in the specialist literature on wood. It looks at all types of wood and wood materials, also presenting detailed information on the current norms and standards. Chapters cover the basic principles of working with wood, providing detailed information on subjects such as heat, noise insulation, fire protection treatment. The significance of wood with particular reference to ecology is also investigated. Wood as a load-bearing material is considered, and topics such as new methods of joining, transport and montage are documented. The second part of the volume presents a large number of built examples which feature some "classic" structures but focus chiefly on more recent buildings. The spectrum presented ranges from heavy-load bridges to multi-storey residential buildings. The second part of the examples looks specifically at topics such as facades, building skins etc. [via]
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A reference work on wood technology, explaining the nature of wood and its properties, the basics of woodworking technology, and the use of raw materials. It includes revised and updated information. [via]
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