BEARS ART, LEGEND, HISTORY

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The best way for readers to see the Northwest's spectacular coastline is to drive with this book beside them. A virtual encyclopedia of destinations, Driving the Pacific Coast Oregon and Washington describes 35 coastal communities along Route 101, from the southern border of Oregon to the northern border of Washington state. Included are recommendations for top-notch accommodations, oceanside camping, exceptional restaurants, unique shopping, cultural museums and attractions, white-sand beaches, memorable fishing stops, challenging golf courses, and annual festivals--700 miles' worth of great vacation memories.

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Crossroads of the continent, Land of Lincoln, hub of commerce—or, as Charles Dickens viewed it, a landscape "oppressive in its barren monotony"—Illinois boasts a rich and varied past. In this far-reaching but compact history, Roger Biles provides a much-needed, up-to-date account of the state's development, from the early native settlements to the present. Focusing on Illinois's demographic changes over time, he highlights the key figures who contributed to the state's government, economy, culture, and the arts.

While devoting attention to the touchstones of history, Illinois illuminates also the achievements of ordinary people, including the women, the African Americans, and the other minorities who—along with the politicians, the captains of industry, and the military heroes—contributed to the state's growth and prosperity. National events shaped the state as well, and Biles explores the impact of such crises as the Civil War and World War II on the people of Illinois.

No history of Illinois can ignore the state's largest city, the dynamic metropolis on Lake Michigan—Chicago. Drawing on extensive research, Biles illuminates Chicago's past—its outbursts of labor unrest and racial tensions as well as the splendors of two world's fairs and an artistic renaissance—while at the same time relating Chicago to the larger story of Illinois and its people.

Connecting lesser-known stories with the main events of the state's past, Biles writes in an accessible style that is at once entertaining and enlightening. Featuring 67 illustrations, Illinois will captivate readers of all ages and interests.

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That Sir Joshua Reynolds (1723-1792) became the most fashionable painter of his time was not simply due to his artistic gifts or good fortune. The art of pleasing, Richard Wendorf contends, was as much a part of Reynolds's success--in his life and in his work--as the art of painting. The author's examination of Reynolds's life and career illuminates the nature of eighteenth-century English society in relation to the enterprise of portrait-painting. Conceived as an experiment in cultural criticism, written along the fault lines that separate (but also link) art history and literary studies, Sir Joshua Reynolds: The Painter in Society explores the ways in which portrait-painting is embedded in the social fabric of a given culture as well as in the social and professional transaction between the artist and his or her subject. In addition to providing a new view of Reynolds, Wendorf's book develops a thoroughly new way of interpreting portraiture.

Wendorf takes us into Reynolds's studio to show us the artist deploying his considerable social and theatrical skills in staging his sittings as carefully orchestrated performances. The painter's difficult relationship with his sister Frances (also an artist and writer), his complicated maneuvering with patrons, the manner in which he set himself up as an artist and businessman, his highly politicized career as the first president of the Royal Academy of Arts: as each of these aspects of Reynolds's practice comes under Wendorf's scrutiny, a new picture of the painter emerges--more sharply defined and fully fleshed than the Reynolds of past portraits, and clearly delineating his capacity for provoking ambivalence among friends and colleagues, and among viewers and readers today.

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Do you have a psychic pet? Can your cat get out of the house even when all the doors are closed? Has your dog ever seen a ghost? If you can answer yes to any of these questions, you might have a psychic pet! The book tells incredible true stories about the psychic powers of ordinary household pets--cats, dogs, and horses that can read minds, foresee the future, teleport, see ghosts, and even return as ghosts themselves. The book also includes:

* Tests to find out if your pet is psychic
* Tests to find out if you are psychic
* Ways to increase your pet's psychic abilities
* Astrology chart for your pet

This humorous, tongue-in-cheek collection never takes itself too seriously, leaving the belief in the stories and exercises entirely up to the reader. Children and adults, believers and nonbelievers will all enjoy testing their pet's psychic abilities and discovering any psychic aptitudes in their beloved pet, while reading the amazing stories.

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I am the author........1998-05-06

This book has become a phenomenal international success and has amazed me. The strange, often weird tales within its pages startled me as I conducted my extensive research.

Anyone who reads this book can share their own Psychic Pet stories with me. I am now researching the next title in the series.

All who enjoyed Psychic Pets should have a look at my two new titles; Animals Make You Feel Better and STAR SIGNS: For You And Your Pet.

Email me at jacemngt@jacemngt.demon.co.u

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Psychic Pets (Supernatural True Stories of Paranormal Animals)

Manufacturer: Scholastic
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: 059039701X

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Could your pet be psychic? Does Ruffles the cat always know when there's trouble brewing? Can Polly the parrot tell who's on the telephonebefore you do? Has your dog ever seen a ghost or acted strange in an empty room? If you can answer yes to any of these questions, then the chances are, your pet could be PSYCHIC.

Psychic Pets: Supernatural True Stories of Paranormal Animals

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Psychic Pets: Supernatural True Stories of Paranormal Animals

Manufacturer: Tandem Library
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Unknown Binding
ASIN: 141765628X

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An annual publication forging a link between social history, American studies, and the decorative arts.

The Anglo-American Tradition: Furniture and Decorations, Silver, Rugs and Carpets [Sotheby's Arcade Auctions, Jan. 24, 1996, Sale 1524]

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The Anglo-American Tradition: Furniture and Decorations, Silver, Rugs and Carpets [Sotheby's Arcade Auctions, Jan. 24, 1996, Sale 1524]

Manufacturer: NY: Sotheby's
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000F6GZAI

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983 lots; not all pictured; b/w photos.

THE ANGLO-AMERICAN TRADITION; FURNITURE AND DECORATIONS, SILVER, RUGS, AND CARPETS; SALE 1524; JANUARY 24, 1996

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THE ANGLO-AMERICAN TRADITION; FURNITURE AND DECORATIONS, SILVER, RUGS, AND CARPETS; SALE 1524; JANUARY 24, 1996

Manufacturer: Sotheby's
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000HU6I4A

Canadian, American & European Art; Furniture, Silver & Collectibles; Furniture, Bronzes, Art Deco; Porcelain & More - Pinneys Les Encans Auctions - Montreal - 6/18 - 21/1996

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Canadian, American & European Art; Furniture, Silver & Collectibles; Furniture, Bronzes, Art Deco; Porcelain & More - Pinneys Les Encans Auctions - Montreal - 6/18 - 21/1996
Pinneys Les Encans Auctions
Manufacturer: Pinneys Les Encans Auctions
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Spiral-bound
ASIN: B000JLFK1Y

English, American, Continental and Asian Furniture, Decorative Arts, Rugs and Jewelry - Leslie Hindman Auctioneers - Chicago - March 10 - 13, 1996

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English, American, Continental and Asian Furniture, Decorative Arts, Rugs and Jewelry - Leslie Hindman Auctioneers - Chicago - March 10 - 13, 1996
Leslie Hindman Auctioneers
Manufacturer: Leslie Hindman Auctioneers
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000H4LWJC

English, American, Continental and Asian Furniture, Decorative Arts, Rugs, Textiles and Jewelry - Leslie Hindman Auctioneers - Chicago, IL - May 5 - 8, 1996

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English, American, Continental and Asian Furniture, Decorative Arts, Rugs, Textiles and Jewelry - Leslie Hindman Auctioneers - Chicago, IL - May 5 - 8, 1996
Leslie Hindman Auctioneers
Manufacturer: Leslie Hindman Auctioneers
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000H4LXL4

The Estate of Mr. And Mrs. Lester Ruwe - Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Chicago, IL - February 11 - 13, 1996 - Russian Works of Art, Objects of Vertu, European Furniture & Decorative Arts, American & European Paintings, Silver, Porcelain, Rugs & Carpets

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The Estate of Mr. And Mrs. Lester Ruwe - Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Chicago, IL - February 11 - 13, 1996 - Russian Works of Art, Objects of Vertu, European Furniture & Decorative Arts, American & European Paintings, Silver, Porcelain, Rugs & Carpets
Leslie Hindman Auctioneers
Manufacturer: Leslie Hindman Auctioneers
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000H0YHVG

Important American Furniture, Silver, Prints, Folk Art and Decorative Arts - Christie's New York - January 27, 1996

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Important American Furniture, Silver, Prints, Folk Art and Decorative Arts - Christie's New York - January 27, 1996
Christie's New York
Manufacturer: Christie's
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000H4R610

The American Furniture Hall of Fame.(1896-1996: Wood & Wood Products Centennial): An article from: Wood & Wood Products

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The American Furniture Hall of Fame.(1896-1996: Wood & Wood Products Centennial): An article from: Wood & Wood Products
Bill Spain
Manufacturer: Vance Publishing Corp.
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Digital

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This digital document is an article from Wood & Wood Products, published by Vance Publishing Corp. on January 1, 1995. The length of the article is 1636 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

From the supplier: The American Furniture Hall of Fame was founded in 1988 to honor individuals who contributed to the growth and development of the US furniture industry. Prominent Hall of Fame members include Bassett Furniture Co.'s J.D. Bassett, Bernhardt Industries' John Christian Bernhardt and Lenoir Chair Co.'s James Edgar Broyhill.

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Title: The American Furniture Hall of Fame.(1896-1996: Wood & Wood Products Centennial)
Author: Bill Spain
Publication: Wood & Wood Products (Magazine/Journal)
Date: January 1, 1995
Publisher: Vance Publishing Corp.
Volume: v100 Issue: n14 Page: p198(2)

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The American kitchen, 1895-1995. (kitchen design)(1896-1996: Wood & Wood Products Centennial): An article from: Wood & Wood Products

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The American kitchen, 1895-1995. (kitchen design)(1896-1996: Wood & Wood Products Centennial): An article from: Wood & Wood Products
Suzanne E. Wren
Manufacturer: Vance Publishing Corp.
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Digital

General | Business & Investing | Subjects | Books

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This digital document is an article from Wood & Wood Products, published by Vance Publishing Corp. on January 1, 1995. The length of the article is 1980 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

From the supplier: Electric and gas stoves and efficient kitchen storage showed up in American kitchens during the 1890s. From 1910-1940, kitchens were characterized by porcelain-enameled kitchen work surfaces and colorful designs. Steel kitchens and eclectic designs were widespread until the 1980s, when European influences began showing up in American kitchen design.

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Title: The American kitchen, 1895-1995. (kitchen design)(1896-1996: Wood & Wood Products Centennial)
Author: Suzanne E. Wren
Publication: Wood & Wood Products (Magazine/Journal)
Date: January 1, 1995
Publisher: Vance Publishing Corp.
Volume: v100 Issue: n14 Page: p276(11)

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Good reference on this subject.......2005-08-10

A lot of good and useful information can be had from this book. I would recommend this book to anyone starting in the "field" of Christmas tree growing, (excuse the pun). Personally, I preferred the book by Lewis Hill on this suject as that book is a little more fun to read than this was at times. This book also sports many dated black and white pictures. The information is of course current, but you will know right away that this book was written and compiled during the 1960's vs. modern day. Don't let these minor criticisms stop you from getting this book though. As I said, a lot of good info. is available and it stands as a good reference for this subject.

Must have!.......2003-10-16

This book covers everything for prospective Christmas Tree Farm owners from how to know which land is best for your trees to marketing and selling your trees. It is definialy a must have for those with an interest in owning a Christmas tree farm. The author wrote the book in a very easy and whimsical way to make the book very enjoyable to read.

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Christmas Trees for Pleasure and Profit
A. G. Chapman & R. D. Wray
Manufacturer: Rutgers University Press
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000K9YPZM

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Christmas Trees for Pleasure and Profit
Arthur G. Chapman & Robert D. Wray
Manufacturer: Rutgers Univ Pr
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000TVZWIU

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The subtitle of the book: The Memoirs of an African-American Bibliophile, is like a sign that warns to be prepared for the unexpected. The three hundred and fifty-two pages book is more than a memoir. It is an authoritative panoramic story of an African-American man growning up in America. Nearly every aspect of African-American life is covered that also include "the numbers," and superstition. "...everybody played the numbers including some ministers...The numbers racket was as popular in many communities as lotteries are today, and it was more profitable for black people." Those who buy the book will also meet and come to know major personalities in his life: W.E.B. DuBois, Paul Robeson, Marian Anderson, Lessing J. Rosenwald, Jackie Robinson, Malcolm X, Alex Haley, Alice Walker, and many other personalities known and unknown. The dynamics of Mr. Blockson's story hinges on an uncommon look into an African-American bibliophile's life.

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