Books similar to paperweight meet your next favorite book. Paperweight follows seventeenyearold stevies journey as she struggles not only with a lifethreatening eating disorder, but with the question of whether she can ever find absolution for the mistakes of her pastand whether she truly deserves to. Paperweights of the world, 4th edition with revised price guide schiffer book for collectors monika flemming, peter pommerencke on. If you are the publisher or author of this book and feel that the. Blackbronzed finish on a classic alfred the great book. And an ending you wont be able to stop talking about. This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. New england did use upset muslin grounds, despite the fact that in the number 4 reference book above, it says in a table on page 34 that it never occurs. Mackay author see all 8 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Book on book is an acrylic sheet crafted by the japanese design studio tent that doubles as a paperweight and design object. Book on book, a bookshaped clear acrylic book weight. How to identify an antique paperweight delaware valley pca. And now in an eatingdisorder treatment center on the.
I cant even imagine how triggering this book could possibly be for someone whos had or has an eating disorder. I didnt and wouldnt have returned the book having discovered all of this after finding the book several months after buying it, but i would like the seller to be completely honest rather than mistating the. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Written with linda popeselman, the book is filled with the authors enthusiasm for paperweights and paperweight collecting. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Perfect to dip into but just as enjoyable to read cover to cover, this book. Feel free to ask about these books or any other paperweight book you are seeking. Jul 11, 20 book on book is a clever clear acrylic book weight that holds open a book and also happens to look like a book.
A wide variety of book paperweight options are available to you, such as polished, sandblasting, and painted. The book is a fantastic book with beautiful pictures and lots of good info for collectors. Robert halls third book on paperweights covers weights from all parts of the world. Will look good on your book case after reading but may not be suitable as a present unless hard to find elsewhere most images are stock photos. Buy complete guide to perthshire paperweights first edition by mahoney, colin, etc.
There are transcripts of several radio performances, including 22 appearances from bbc radio 4s loose ends show in the character of eccentric cambridge philologist professor donald. The book proved indispensable, and many other titles followed. What is different with this one is that it is acrylic and bookshaped, meaning that it is seethrough and a lot more practical than other kinds of paperweight products. There are only twentyseven days until the anniversary of her brother joshs deaththe death she caused.
If there is a range of prices, it is because i have more than one copy and the condition may vary. Haunting yet hopeful, this book offers a realistic portrayal of eating disorders, guilt, and anxiety. It consists of a transparent acrylic sheet that is shaped like an open book. Even a small personal library can be an invaluable resource for collectors. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. A seriallike podcast following the clues shes left behind. Paperweights of the world, 4th edition with revised price guide schiffer book for collectors. I didnt and wouldnt have returned the book having discovered all of this after finding the book several months after buying it, but i would like the seller to be completely honest rather than mistating the true condition of the book. An illustrated history and identification guide for antique and modern paperweights. The following is a list of my past 5 years of diys. But fear no more, fellow bookworm, the japanese are here to save the day with their transparent book weight called book on book. It includes selected wireless essays of donald trefusis, the ageing professor of philology brought to life in frys novel the liar, and the best of frys weekly column for the daily telegraph. The tiger is one of our exotic animals reminding us of their beauty and fascination. Her dad has signed her up for sixty days of treatment.
The collectors guide to identifying, selecting, and enjoying new and vintage paperweights 1st edition by reilly, pat isbn. But what no one knows is that stevie doesnt plan to stay that long. Fine antique and contemporary glass art paperweights since 2011. Looking through memorabiliawhether antique toys, trading cards, or militaria can bring out the treasure hunter in us all. And now in an eatingdisorder treatment center on the dusty outskirts of the new mexico desert. Hastons contribution to the genre stands out for the complexity of its characters and for small, telling details that demonstrate just how difficult recovery can be. This emotionally haunting and beautifully written young adult debut delves into the devastating impact of trauma and loss, in the vein of laurie halse andersons wintergirls. Paperweights of the world, 4th edition with revised price. The challenge of a latino immigrant in the trump era.
A brand new publishing house set up to showcase a limited number of exceptional writers each year. In the tradition of speak, this extraordinary debut novel shares the unforgettable story of a young woman as she struggles to find strength in. Book on book is a clever clear acrylic book weight that holds open a book and also happens to look like a book. Told in part through flashbacks, the reader puts together the pieces of stevies story as. Selmans first effort was paperweights for collectors, which he coauthored with his first wife, linda pope. The focus is on millefiori and lampwork paperweights, leaving other types such as dumps, abstract designs, bubble weights, and swirls to. Enter your mobile number or email address below and we. The product doesnt just look pretty, but it can be used to keep your book open to a particular page if your hands are occupied.
Author and univision journalist jorge ramos spoke to an overflow crowd, about 700, under the tent eager to hear about his new book stranger. Transparent book weight holds your book open while you read. All about paperweights will increase your knowledge and appreciation of this specialized art form. Buy it for your own reference and enjoyment, or as an introductory gift for a friend. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you.
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