Mini Soviet Encyclopedia, Volume 1: A-Bukovina - Vintage Book from USSR, 1J151

Transport yourself to a bygone era with this vintage German book, "Nelken Fur Dich," originating from the USSR around 1982. This tender and compact...

Step into the enchanting world of childhood with this vintage book titled "Умеете ли вы хранить Тайну?" (Can You Keep a Secret?). Created around 1990 in the former USSR, this charmin...

Journey back in time and embark on an enlightening exploration of our planet's mysteries with the captivating vintage treasure, "Children's Encyclopedia: Earth's Crust, Celestial Bod...

Discover the enchanting world of literature with this vintage book titled "Любовь под дождем" (Love Under the Rain), hailing from the USSR and dating back to 1975. Crafted by the tal...

Embark on a captivating journey through "Man Discovers the Earth," a vintage book from the USSR, circa 1986. Filled with captivating photographs showcasing the wonders of the world,...

Embark on a restoration endeavor with this vintage book, a fascinating time capsule titled "Уроки Экономии в Быту" (Lessons in Household Economics), originating from the USSR and dating back to 1987. While the passage of time has taken its toll, the potential for restoration and revival beckons to those who appreciate the art of preservation. This softcover book, though showing signs of wear and tear, carries within its pages a wealth of knowledge and insights into household economics, spanning 205 pages. Its frayed cover and torn edges stand as testament to the shared experiences and practical advice that this book once offered to readers seeking ways to manage their domestic lives more efficiently. This restoration project presents an opportunity to breathe new life into a piece of practical wisdom from the past, transforming it from a weathered relic to a revitalized resource. As the torn pages await repair, the timeless lessons within remain ready to inspire a new generation of readers. Perfect for those skilled in restoration techniques, collectors of vintage educational materials, or anyone interested in the art of homemaking and practical economics, this book presents a rewarding journey of preservation. Embrace the challenge of restoration and witness the transformation of this vintage piece into a functional guide once again. Add this vintage household...

This is a brand new (apart from volume 1/2 which is in a mylar cover for protection there is a 1cm tear in the front top left hand corner) still in cellophane complete 18 volume set...

1 Volume. Nathaniel Hawthorne, Wonder Book. Limited Edition. Bound by the Chelsea Bindery in full red morocco with the cover displaying a gilt-tooled border, 3 figures including one ...

New Encyclopedia of Dog Bruce Fogle. "One of the most comprehensive explorations of the canine world ever published." All About Dogs Everything you need to know about man's best fr...

"The Cartier of our time." —Christies. "Exquisitely refined creations. Rosenthal made jewellery modern but infused it with the timelessness of perfection." —Telegraph. "The Faberge´ of our time." —Diane von Furstenberg. Volume I showcases a selection of the jewels made since the shop's founding in 1978 up to "The Jewels of JAR - Paris" exhibition, held at Somerset House in London (November 2002 - January 2003.) Volume II presents a selection of works created between 2002 and up to JAR's exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in 2014. About JAR Since opening JAR in 1978, with the help of his Swiss friend Pierre Jeannet, Joel Arthur Rosenthal, has become one of the world's most sought after jewellery designers. A native New Yorker, Rosenthal moved to Paris after graduating from Harvard and has lived in the city for most of his adult life. He experimented in scriptwriting and then needlepoint, opening a shop where he experimented with unusually coloured yarns. It's clientele included designers from Herme`s and Valentino. Rosenthal was one day asked if he could design a mount for a gemstone, setting his career in a new direction. His signature includes setting gems in pave arrangements, so finely wrought as to be virtually invisible. Rosenthal uses...

Presenting an extraordinary piece of aerospace history - the original Mir prototype scale model from Russia. This remarkable artifact has been in our possession for the past 30 years, cherished as a prized collectible. Acquired from the individual who first imported it from Russia, it stands as a testament to the ingenuity and engineering prowess of space exploration. This scale model is truly one-of-a-kind, bearing witness to the pioneering spirit that led to the construction of the iconic Mir space...

Dreamwheeling. The stories behind 100 of the world’s most coveted automobiles. From the adrenaline-filled 24 Hours of Le Mans to the legendary Goodwood Festival of Speed, Lake Como’s famed Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este to the premier Monterey Car Week, the collector car calendar and market has shown one of the most extraordinary growth trajectories of recent years. As thousands flock to specialized meet ups, rallies, auctions, and Concours d’Elegance around the globe, asking prices for the rarest motors have revved higher and higher. So much so, that the value of the 100 cars included in this book exceeds a staggering $ 1 billion. For the seasoned car collector or the awestruck newcomer, this double-volume is the unrivaled collector car anthology. Curating 100 of the most exquisite, remarkable, and desirable cars of all time to tell a spellbinding story of automotive design-and-engineering endeavor in the tireless pursuit of ever-greater performance both on and off the track, from the first Indy 500-winning 1910 Marmon Wasp to the futuristic 2020 Aston Martin Valkyrie. Laps ahead of any generic catalog, this superlative volume exudes authority and elegance, settling for nothing less than the very best of the best, and presenting each model with the lavish spreads it deserves, complete with stunning imagery taken by the world’s leading car photographers alongside rare archival treasures, from original factory photos to famous motorsports event posters. Each entry is also accompanied by expert descriptive texts and specs, detailing each car’s make, model, year, engine size, horsepower, top speed, transmission, and all-important production numbers. By passionately tapping into their transatlantic expertise and insider knowledge of car auctions, museums, and collections around the world, design authors Peter and Charlotte Fiell survey the autoworld's finest cars of all time. Their carefully curated selection spans the whole history of the automobile, taking in such rare models as a 1912 Stutz Model A Bearcat, as well as lesser-known jewels such as the astonishing 1937 Talbot-Lago T150-C SS “Goutte d’Eau” Coupé by Figoni et Falaschi. This definitive compendium includes a foreword from Rob Myers, the founder of RM Sotheby’s, and includes an introduction from the authors that gives a unique perspective on the ins and outs of car collecting...