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Pub. Date
2017.
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English
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"A new biography of Bunny Mellon, the style icon and American aristocrat who designed the White House Rose Garden for her friend JFK and served as a living witness to 20th Century American history, operating in the high-level arenas of politics, diplomacy, art and fashion. Bunny Mellon, who died in 2014 at age 103, was press-shy during her lifetime. With the co-operation of Bunny Mellon's family, author Meryl Gordon received access to thousands...
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Language
English
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"Simon's memoir reveals her remarkable life, beginning with her storied childhood as the third daughter of Richard L. Simon, the co-founder of publishing giant Simon & Schuster, her musical debut as half of The Simon Sisters performing folk songs with her sister Lucy in Greenwich Village, to a meteoric solo career that would result in 13 top 40 hits, including the #1 song "You're So Vain." She was the first artist in history to win a Grammy Award,...
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Publisher
Hardie Grant Books UK
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
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The Hidden Histories of Houseplants explores 20 of the world's most common houseplants. This book isn't just a dry exploration of historical cultivation; the narrative explores the plants' places in social history, science and culture, showcasing the most fascinating elements of each plant's story, be it the exploration as to why Monstera deliciosa have holes in their leaves, whether houseplants have the ability to count, or why Calathea leaves open...
Publisher
Maryland Center for History and Culture in association with D Giles Limited
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"The Material World of Eyre Hall presents an extensive history of the Eyre family from the 17th through the 21st century, offering a rare and fascinating insight into the preservation of a family home whilst also exemplifying the changing aspects of southern history through Eyre Hall's material culture. Featuring the work of 22 contributors this volume is composed of four main sections, which examine the historical and cultural significance of Eyre...
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Publisher
Running Press
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Uncover the masterworks of modern art hidden across New York City in this charmingly illustrated exploration of one of the world's greatest artistic treasure troves. There's so much to love about New York, and so much to see. The city is full of art, and architecture, and history -- and not just in museums. Hidden in plain sight, in office building lobbies, on street corners, and tucked into Soho lofts, there's a treasure trove of art waiting to be...
8) County Line
Publisher
Arlington County
Language
English
Description
Washington Forest ; Fort C. Smith ; Sears Houses ; Radio Arlington ; Post Office Addresses ; Lustron Houses 1948-1950 ; Buckinham 1937-1953 ; Alcova ; Charles Drew House ; Samuel Burdett-Carlyn Springs ; Hilary Clinton visits school ; Trolley ; Retirement Community Options ; Taste of Arlington ; Northern Virginia Folk Festival ; Argentina National Day 8/95 ; Mexico National Day 9/95 ; Multicultural Festival 11/95 ; Arlington Arts Center ; Arlington...
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Publisher
The Viking Press
Pub. Date
1982.
Language
English
Description
As a child Great-aunt Alice Rumphius resolved that when she grew up she would go to faraway places, live by the sea in her old age, and do something to make the world more beautiful--and she does all those things, the last being the most difficult of all.
Publisher
C&T Publishing
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"Hand stitch funky designs! Stitch an eclectic collection of funky designs from top cross stitch artists around the world. Includes a beginners guide to the basic stitches, the stitch chart, and supplies lists. Each design has a skill level suggestion and an estimated time of completion"--Page 4 of cover.
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