Collectibles Reviews

Victorian Jewelry: Unexplored Treasures

Published in Paperback by Abbeville Press (2005-11-30)

Authors: Ginny Redington Dawes and Corinne Davidov

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Secondary Victorian treasure pieces

Helpful Votes: 12 out of 12 total.
Review Date: 2006-03-18

During her nearly sixty-four-year reign Queen Victoria produced a cultural and fashion following particularly notable in the jewelry world, where English and European Jewelers produced less expensive pieces mimicking the queen's, which were worn by the middle class of her times. These pieces were long ignored because of their low value and cheap materials - but today are prized for their workmanship, which VICTORIAN JEWELRY: UNEXPLORED TREASURES reveals in chapters of history following designs, materials, and lovely secondary pieces. Styles presented here have been selected from collections around the world and are displayed through specially commissioned color photos just for this book.

Opened my eyes to a vast array of jewelry styles that I wasn't familiar with

Helpful Votes: 14 out of 14 total.
Review Date: 2006-07-06

This quite a different take on jewelry than most books, and accordingly very worthwhile. I got this book out of the library, read it cover-to-cover, and I am still buying a copy. The pictures are absolutely gorgeous and wonderfully detailed.

These are the common, cheaper, but still beautiful pieces that are normally overlooked. I think that people who like Art Nouveau, which concentrated more on design than the expense of the materials, would find them particularly interesting. In addition, Dawes take us through the various fads of the time period. The text explains many of the peculiarities behind the rise of such styles (e.g.: aluminum was once rare; aristocrats wore iron jewelry to show that they had supposedly patriotically donated their real jewels to the government, etc.)

A very worthwhile addition to a jewelry book collection.

Beautiful Book!

Helpful Votes: 3 out of 4 total.
Review Date: 2007-06-11

This book is a must for anyone that collects or deals in Victorian Jewelry! Good information with exquisite photos of the finest examples of Victorian Jewelry.

Victorian well done

Helpful Votes: 8 out of 8 total.
Review Date: 2006-08-22

Victorian jewelry is one of my passions and I both collect and sell it. This book has fabulous illustrations, great information, and a bit of a different slant than other books on Victorian jewelry. I am so glad I did not miss this one, and bought copies for both my home and shop libraries. Worth twice the price!

Victorian Trade Cards: Historical Reference & Value Guide

Published in Paperback by Collector Books (1996-06)

Authors: Dave Cheadle and Russ Mascieri

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An endlessly fascinating book in its subject area

Helpful Votes: 0 out of 0 total.
Review Date: 1997-02-08

If you find this book lying on someone's coffee table, don't pick it up--you'll be hooked! I am not an aficionado of trade cards, but I found this book to be endlessly fascinating. Cheadle wisely keeps his writing to a minimum, letting the illustrations speak for themselves-- page after page. I know of no book that is more intriguing just to page through. Henry Kort (kort@ainet.com)

Outstanding Trade Card Collector's Reference !

Helpful Votes: 5 out of 5 total.
Review Date: 2000-08-15

The beautiful 224 page, 8 1/2 x 11" softbound book contains more than 500 full color, sharp, large photos. '98 values. There are 70 topics ranging from angels, baseball, dolls, expositions to Uncle Sam, women, wringers and washing. There's plenty of background information on each topic. A useful glossary of terms is provided. A must for tradecard collectors. Fascinating to read and refer to.

Lavishly illustrated, marvelous reference...

Helpful Votes: 5 out of 5 total.
Review Date: 2000-03-26

This is a great book. It's a definitive reference on the somewhat obscure subject of Victorian Trade Cards, but for those of us who love them, it's a feast. It is crammed with illustrations, broken into categories, and contains history and collecting tips. The pricing information is somewhat out of date, due to the impact that online auctions have had on these collectables (some are more expensive, some less, as auctions make them more available.) If you're at all a fan of this genre, don't hesitate to buy this book!

New to collecting? This will help.

Helpful Votes: 6 out of 6 total.
Review Date: 2000-09-23

Vastly illustrated and very informative. Although the majority of this book is pictures (very nice ones at that), there are some very interesting facts and historical information about the victorian card craze. Because there are in excess of 100,000 different cards in existance, don't expect to find every card in here or the current market price. It is just a matter of time before a more extensive guide is published, (I would still recommend because of the great illustrations!) The only problem I have with this book is the layout which can be annoying if you are trying to find info on one of your cards. You have to search through several sections of the book. (e.g. Jackson's chewing tobbaco card in the "Exploration and Travel" chapter instead of the "Tobbaco" chapter). More expensive cards are usually only discussed in the chapter rather than illustrated, which I find kind of strange(Maybe he didn't own any of those to get the photo?).

Warman's Carnival Glass: Identification & Price Guide

Published in Paperback by Krause Publications (2004-09-18)

Author: Ellen T. Schroy

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Warmen's Carnival Glass

Helpful Votes: 1 out of 6 total.
Review Date: 2005-09-16

Great service book is in excellent condition.
Thanks so much.

Excellent Book

Helpful Votes: 10 out of 10 total.
Review Date: 2005-10-08

Another excellent identification book by Ellen T. Schroy. It is well organized and the beautiful color pictures are clear for pattern identification. She identifies the maker, the colors which were produce, the known forms, the identifying characteristics, and the prices at the time the book was written. There is a section showing and describing the colors of carnival glass, and an explanation of how to determine the color of carnival glass. Also included in the book is a time line and information about each glass company during the Carnival Glass era. This book is one of the best for identifying pieces of carnival glass. I use it more than any of my other books. It is my favorite! I highly recommend it to every beginning collector!

Warman's Carnival Glass

Helpful Votes: 4 out of 4 total.
Review Date: 2006-03-09

Beautiful colorful photos. Very easy to read and identify patterns. SO MUCH TO LOOK AT!!!

An excellent and solid reference

Helpful Votes: 5 out of 5 total.
Review Date: 2006-12-12

Hundreds of classic and popular glass patterns, more than 5,000 prices, and headline production pieces pack Warman's Carnival Glass: an identification and price guide key to understanding Warman colors, forms, identifying characteristics, and values. Each piece receives a color photo paired with information on common reproductions, making for an excellent and solid reference work collectors will find easy to consult.

Diane C. Donovan
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Warman's English & continental pottery & porcelain (Encyclopedia of antiques and collectibles)

Published in Unknown Binding by Wallace-Homestead Book Co (1991)

Author: Susan D Bagdade

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A Great Reference Book for Collectors of all Types of Porcelain

Helpful Votes: 0 out of 0 total.
Review Date: 2008-11-11

This amazing fourth edition is truly the Bible of the ceramics field. A fantastic resource for dealers and collectors alike. Al and Susan Bagdades' outdid themselves when they put this wonderful guide together. It is perfect for novice collectors or established dealers. This is an expanded edition of their classic reference with 10,000 new listings, 600 black and white photos, and 16 [ages of color photos. Plus there are new sections on Cottageware, Pilkington, Royal Winton, Ruskin, and Wade. Sadly, Susan passed away in 2003, while working with Al on this book. Despite his loss, Al persevered and completed this edition as a tribute to his beloved wife.

Helpful reference guide

Helpful Votes: 0 out of 0 total.
Review Date: 2003-06-27

Warman's guide has been a real asset in researching porcelains. As a novice, my greatest challenge has been in identifying the origins of my pieces. The Warman's guide has been invaluable in identifying pieces and approximating dates, as the book illustrates each known signature/stamp, and often includes the dates associated with the signatures. The various B&W photos of plates, figures, etc., were only minimally helpful (you can only get so much info from small B&W pictures) but the real value for me has been in Warman's listing of manufacture marks. Warman's Porcelain is a good launching point for identifying unknown porcelain. (It is an encyclopedia). If you have an older porcelain and are curious to know more about it, its manufacturer (and value) Worman's is a good start for preliminary information. My only suggestion would be to have a separate index by manufacturer marks (if you don't know the maker associated w/your porcelain's signature, expect to spend some time scanning through this volume to find the particular illustration!)

warman's english and continental pottery and porcelain

Helpful Votes: 2 out of 4 total.
Review Date: 2005-01-04

This is a great book! A must have!! All the books by authors Susan and Al Bagdade are excellent.

Very Informative Book for Porcelain Collectors Everywhere!

Helpful Votes: 28 out of 28 total.
Review Date: 2000-07-13

This is an excellent reference book! It is in black and white with some pictures and a decent price list. The best thing about this book is the broad range of porcelain manufacturers listed and the histories, other references and collecting hints. Items are listed with good descriptions and price list. It also contains marks. It lists individual manufacturers and also gives histories on manufactureing areas. Altogether a very good book and valuable to porcelain collectors!

Warman's Pez Field Guide

Published in Paperback by Krause Publications (2004-08)

Author: Shawn Peterson

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Warman's Pez Field Guide

Helpful Votes: 0 out of 0 total.
Review Date: 2008-07-07

I highly recommend this guide to everyone who collects or sells pez. It is well-organized and easy to follow with full color pictures and detailed descriptions. I can't believe how much information is packed into this pocket-sized book!

Warman's Pez Field Guide

Helpful Votes: 0 out of 0 total.
Review Date: 2008-04-05

This book is a must have for true pez seeking people, the colored illustrations and information is a useful tool, and continues to be at my side always, to look up and review pez's that I am interested in.

Pez collectible guide

Helpful Votes: 0 out of 0 total.
Review Date: 2007-02-25

Great book for the pez collector. It lists the American pez releases with some of the variations and a possible value. They are in alphabetical order. Shows some from private collections that you will never see or have...lol...
Has an index for easy look up and a list of terms used in the pez world for the non-pezheads. It IS indeed small enough to put in your purse or backpack to take along on those trips to antique stores, swapmeets, or garage sales. No matter how many times i look at this book i still cannot remember the values so i have to look them up constantly.

This does not have foreign pez in it, but is still an excellent guide. The best of its type on the market i believe.

Correction-

Helpful Votes: 1 out of 1 total.
Review Date: 2007-07-11

While I am not one to criticize any comment regarding my books, good or bad I do take isssue on the comment- "This does not have foreign pez in it" - much to the contrary. There are a large number of foreign Pez in this book. Everything that had been produced up to the publish date is included in this guide, domestic AND foreign release . This guide does not get into the mini Japanese dispensers, those are licensed by Pez for Bandai not an actual Pez produced item but a licensed item. There are LOTS of foreign Pez in this guide. -Shawn Peterson

West Virginia Quilts: And Quiltmakers

Published in Paperback by Ohio University Press (2000-11-01)

Author: Fawn Valentine

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A wonderful history of quilts and quiltmakers

Helpful Votes: 11 out of 13 total.
Review Date: 2000-12-21

This book provides a wonderful history of quilting and quiltmakers and is also inspirational for quilt design ideas. It is well-written and engaging, making a quilt documentation project very interesting to others. I highly recommend this book and it makes a perfect gift for any quilters.

West Virginia Quilts and Quiltmakers: Echoes from the Hills

Helpful Votes: 11 out of 11 total.
Review Date: 2000-11-23

Written with sensitivity to the quilt and the quiltmaker, exploring not only what inspired the art form but the necessity of the art form. A real sense of understanding both the textile and history of the textile emerges as one explores the lives of the women who quilted for both pleasure and need. This is a must have book for the person who wants to understand history and art form and the production of textile and how it relates to the finished product, as well as the importance the quilt played in the the lives of the women who made them. A valuabe addition to any libary.

MARVELOUS BOOK!

Helpful Votes: 26 out of 26 total.
Review Date: 2001-04-27

This is a marvelous book. Readers in other states will come away from it with new or changed views of West Virginia and its history. Author Fawn Valentine recognizes quilts as historic documents and is most persuasive in explaining and using material culture methodology to prove this. Yes, West Virginia quilters live primarily in rural areas, and many needed quilts as warm bedcovers. However, they also produced elegant silk quilts as examples of fine, decorative needlework.

As a quilt researcher in the adjacent state of Ohio I am fascinated by the similarities and differences between quilts in our two states, and Valentine's convincing explanations for them. Most of the quilts documented by the West Virginia Heritage Quilt Search-even the oldest ones-were found near the places where they were made. The reason, she explains, is that West Virginians didn't move around much; they love place and family. They also had a strong desire to maintain traditional skills, which are "family ways."

Some quilt patterns were found only in discrete regions of West Virginia. Others (crazy quilts, for instance) continued to be made much later than was true in other states. Through extensive interviews with quiltmakers, the WVHQS learned of quilt pattern names and quilt-related language not found elsewhere. Through their oral interviews they also learned of a system of "barter economy" West Virginia quiltmakers used.

Most intriguing is Valentine's discovery of different quilting style, aesthetics, and designs associated with the quiltmakers' ethnic backgrounds: German-American, British, Scotch-Irish and Welsh. She presents this information early in the book, preparing the reader to recognize and identify the ethnicity of quiltmakers whose work is included later.

A series of appendices, including a summary of data and an extremely important timeline are helpful, as are the state maps included with almost every quilt, clearly identifying the counties where the quilts were made. As we discovered in the Ohio Quilt Research Project, Ohio is also a county-conscious state, so I felt right at home in West Virginia!

5 stars. Gorgeous quilts, beautiful history!

Helpful Votes: 6 out of 6 total.
Review Date: 2007-04-23

West Virginia quilts documents quilts from the 40's and older, and the lives of those who created them. I picked up a copy of this book at the library and was quite fascinated by the beautiful quilts and the history surrounding them (a young 23 year old married a 79 year old and had several children, can you imagine?). The pictures are interesting and the stories fascinating. I particularly appreciated the absence of modern quilts as I'm not a fan of modern art style and the overuse of batiks. This is a wonderful book for fans of quilting and those who love quilt history.

When You Wish

Published in Hardcover by Delacorte Books for Young Readers (2008-02-12)

Author: Kristin Harmel

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An intriguing read

Helpful Votes: 0 out of 0 total.
Review Date: 2008-02-19

Review Kristin Harmel- When You Wish.
It is always a daunting effort to review a book written by a good friend. I take my reviewing job seriously and have to tell what I really think. I have been so lucky because all the books written by my friends have been brilliant! When You Wish, by my friend Kristin Harmel, is a wonderful read.
It is different YA book- it is intense- it is captivating- it is riveting (not that other YA books aren't like that- this is just different.). It was a pleasure to escape all my school work and become engrossed in a good book. Kristin has a bouncy funny sense of humor that permeates the pages of all of her writing- even her e-mails, hehe. It might be difficult for some readers to relate to a rock star who has a controlling horrible mother. I'm not a rock-star but I sure could relate to the horrible mother. The controlling, the lying, the selfishness, the sell outs- I won't tell you more except the ending was satisfying - if incomprehensible to me. Well, after all, Star's mother was a controlling selfish woman who, mis-handled her finances and social life but was not trying to actually kill or sell her.
There are so many different stories in Star's life. I loved how she tried to integrate into the working world as a young teen. Her work at a restaurant was so true to life. Waitressing is a hard job. There were some surprises that I will never divulge but they actually make sense.
This is an edgy novel about a completely impossible life situation that becomes real. The concept that a girl, who was incredibly wealthy and famous, looked for a boy who would like her for only herself and not her wealth and notoriety- is really satisfying and real to me.
Star could be a friend. I recommend this book as a good read.
AnnaR Haze

Enchanting YA Review: When You Wish

Helpful Votes: 1 out of 1 total.
Review Date: 2008-07-04

WHEN YOU WISH
KRISTIN HARMEL

Rating: 4.5 Enchantments

Star Beck seems to have it all; fame, money, a fabulous life. But behind all the make up and P.R. there's one thing Star has always longed for-her father who left her and her mom when she was a little girl.

When given the proof that her father is still out there, thinking about her, something her mother's denied for years, Star decides to go after the one thing she's always wanted. Knowing her overprotective mom/manager would never allow her to go off and meet him, so she decides to take matters into her own hands. And that's where things really get interesting. One self-hair-cut later, she's out the door and on her way to Florida and the address on the envelope, hoping to reunite with the father she doesn't know.

I loved Star's story, so much in fact that I stayed up till three in the morning reading it straight through. Star's a great character, an extremely likeable girl who just happens to be famous. There was so much about this book I loved, especially when Star reaches Florida. On her own for the first time in her life, she's struggling to adapt to her newfound independence and I loved the scene when she checks into the motel and realizes just how far the money she `borrowed' from her mother is going to get her.

Through the course of the story, Star finds out that maybe the illusions she's had about her father are just that-illusions, nothing more, nothing less. And maybe, her mom knew best after all, at least about keeping him out of her life. Star's journey opens her eyes to what's really been going on in her life and what matters most.

WHEN YOU WISH is Ms. Harmel's first young adult novel. Ms. Harmel is also a reporter for PEOPLE magazine. You can visit her online at www.kristinharmel.com

Lisa
Enchanting Reviews
April 2008

When You Wish by Kristin Harmel

Helpful Votes: 1 out of 1 total.
Review Date: 2008-02-24

Star Becks has everything in the world- hit songs, platinum albums, a successful TV show, and huge amounts of fame. What she doesn't have is a father or a sense of normalcy- both of which are things Star's mom does not want to discuss at all. When Star finds out that her mom has been keeping a huge secret from her, she goes on a quest to find out what it's like be normal, and then ends up finding what it really means to be herself in the process.

Aside from my usual fascination with celebrity, which already made me love this book from the get-go, Harmel writes a very captivating novel. Star is not your typical teenage pop star; there is so much more going on in her head and it makes her a more realistic, relatable character. The story itself is hilariously funny and just chock-full of wonderful, fun to read about characters (especially the cute boy that makes an appearance in Star's normal life, hehe!). I definitely recommend this book, as well as Harmel's adult chicklit novels.

Courtesy of Teens Read Too

Helpful Votes: 3 out of 3 total.
Review Date: 2008-02-12

Most people have the preconceived notion that celebrities have it easy. If you think that, you should go out and get a copy of this book.

Star Beck is famous. She's worshiped by millions of fans, gets an extremely high paycheck, and lives in five-star hotels. But a lot of people seem to think that her life is luxurious, and that she doesn't have a care in the world. While Star's life may have its benefits, it's certainly not easy. She's shuffled from place to place, hardly getting any time to rest. She has to practice her dance moves, watch her calorie intake, and be perfect practically 24/7. She can forget doing anything normal like going to the movies with her friends.

And she's getting sick of the pop star life. So she cuts off and dies her hair, puts on a pair of glasses, and sets off to live a normal life. She actually starts to make real friends and eat fatty foods. She's living a life she never thought would be possible. But, can she keep up her disguise forever, or will someone eventually find out who she really is?

This book was just plain fun. I was hooked as soon as I read the first sentence. Practically everyone's fantasized about living a celebrity life and all the benefits it would entail, but this book was pretty eye-opening on that issue. The celebrity life is a lot harder than it seems on TV!

There are a lot of books about celebrities and people becoming famous, but this one sticks out. Star - despite her name - is just an average, everyday, normal teenager, which makes her quite likable.

Kristin Harmel did an amazing job on her characters, as well as the plot. She never let the book get dull - I was so into the story I didn't realize how fast it was going by. I'm actually pretty sad it's over. Definitely a must read.

Reviewed by: Chelsea Swiggett

The Winchester Model 94: The First 100 Years

Published in Hardcover by Krause Publications (1991-11)

Author: Robert C. Renneberg

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Wonderful reference!

Helpful Votes: 0 out of 0 total.
Review Date: 2003-04-17

This is the review of Robert C. Renneberg's book The Winchester Model 94: The First 100 Years" that I wrote for Bullet 'N Press in December 2002.

In production for over one hundred years, and with over seven and one half million of these rifles produced so far, there isn't any question that the most popular deer rifle in America is the Winchester Model 1894, and that it has held that favorite spot for quite some time.

The author begins with a concise, accurate history of this timeless lever action that starts with it's designer John Moses Browning and carries right up through the post 1964 models, the commemoratives and the latest angle eject 94's. Every aspect of the 1894 is covered; engineering changes, alterations, finishes, calibers and wood, often in great detail. The components, and variations thereof, are graphically presented with very clear close-up black and white photography. Collectors love it when information is offered to them in such a way that it quickly answers all their questions. So often I have been asked "Can you show me what to look for with such and such a detail, so I will know what I am buying?". This is that book for the Winchester 1894, it answers questions quickly and it shows you what and where.

Fanciers of the Winchester Model 1894 will be absolutely delighted with what is in this book for it truly gives you "everything you ever wanted to know about the 1894 Winchester", as well as covering a lot of questions you probably wouldn't have thought to ask. I also enjoyed seeing the excerpts from early 20th century Winchester salesman's catalogs, where for instance, a standard 38-55 caliber carbine could be had for the hefty sum of $17.50!

This reviewer was very impressed with the large amount of well presented information and the attention that is given to accurate photographic illustration. The book was a joy to read and I would highly recommend it for the library of anyone who collects or who simply enjoys Winchester's wonderful Model 1894.

An extremely comprehensive collector's reference work.

Helpful Votes: 0 out of 0 total.
Review Date: 1998-10-15

This reference work was obviously researched and assembled by an avid fan of the subject. Mr. Renneberg takes the reader through a logical and orderly journey describing the myriad variations of the Winchester Model 94 in amazingly infinite detail; a journey that should be taken by any serious collector of this model. While retaining the literary demeanor of a true reference work, the easy-reading style of Mr. Renneberg's prose make the book enjoyable and entertaining. If you are in any way a fan of Winchester's most successful product, you will be unable to put this book down. Fine photographs and descriptive captioning highlight the exceptionally informative text. The very best of it's kind.

Collector Resource Book

Helpful Votes: 1 out of 1 total.
Review Date: 2002-08-30

I have read a number of books on Winchester Firearms. I especially liked this one. Anyone who reads this book will learn something new.

Things I picked up.

Until now Winchester never produced a factory 410 guage lever action shotgun.

Half Octagon/ Half Round Carbines are very rare. Take a look
at the Lone Star Commemorative.

Outstanding reference work

Helpful Votes: 9 out of 9 total.
Review Date: 1999-01-28

Of all the Winchester reference books and there are many, this is by far the most informative. Logically arranged to take the reader smoothly through the myriad variations found in this model and featuring great photography, excellent captioning and none of those usless "filler" pages so often found in books of this type, you will quickly find that every page is a treat. Highly recommended for all Winchester fans; essential for the serious Model 1894/94 collector.

Winchester Model Twelve

Published in Hardcover by Art & Reference House (1982-06)

Author: George Madis

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madis book on the model 12

Helpful Votes: 0 out of 2 total.
Review Date: 2006-03-17

This is a comprehensive book with interesting illustrations and a lot of information.

A good book about a great shotgun

Helpful Votes: 13 out of 14 total.
Review Date: 2000-06-07

This is the definitive book about the famous "Model Twelve" Winchester.

George Madis covers the history and background leading up to this fine gun, the standards and variations, malfunctions that can happen, their probable causes and remedies. He covers the various chamberings, markings, chokes, matting and ribs, sights available, stocks--you name it, it's in this book. And, the book is full of high-quality photography depicting the things in the text.

This shotgun, which is the direct descendant of the equally well-known Winchester model of 1897, is today a collector's item. You can imagine my delight when a relative gave me one in return for some work I did for him on his computer.

He had been on the verge of giving it to the police on gun buyback program. It has a four-digit serial number, and was actually made in 1912! It is a 16-gauge in pristine condition

Since the shotgun had already been blued once, I had it re-blued and the stock refinished. It is one of the most beautiful guns in my collection, today.

If you have a Model 12, or are just interested in them, this is a book you must have!

Joseph Pierre,
Author of THE ROAD TO DAMASCUS: Our Journey Through Eternity

Impressive Book on the Model 12

Helpful Votes: 3 out of 4 total.
Review Date: 2004-11-29

As an avid outdoorsman, but inexperienced in the many nuances of firearms, I found Madis' book to be very helpful in understanding and appreciating the Model 12 that I own. Madis describes the history, features and configurations of the Model 12 in a documentary-like style. I would liken it to looking at a factory catalog, but one written with great knowledge, detail, care and skill.

Upon showing the book to my father-in-law and brother-in-law (both avid hunters; one of which owns a Model 12 and a Model 97), they thought the book to be the most detailed and authoritative they had ever seen. They frankly thought that such a book did not exist and were mesmorized at Madis' work. "Look at this!," they exclaimed at several pages.

For the Winchester enthusiast, this book will be a valuable resource and worth the investment.

Winchester Model Twelve

Helpful Votes: 4 out of 4 total.
Review Date: 2001-05-29

Excellent history on the Model 12 and its variations. Repair section is an excerpt from the Winchester Model 12 Sequence Book and minimally useful if you are buying this book for repair instructions or problem diagnostics.

Wine: From Neolithic Times to the 21st Century

Published in Hardcover by Algora Publishing (2006-01)

Author: Stefan K. Estreicher

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A fun and clever adventure....

Helpful Votes: 0 out of 0 total.
Review Date: 2007-03-09

Despite a seemingly mundane title, I found this book to be quite a pleasurable, fun and easy read, not only for the mass of information Estreicher provides in 200 pages, but because of the variety of information provided. This book takes you on an adventure spanning 7,000 years in which you not only learn about the history of wine, but also fun little bits of information that are entertaining. It also offers a greater oversight about history and how the wonderful invention that is wine has affected us all. You can tell this is a true passion for the author; it is fun for him so he makes it fun for you, the reader, by encouraging a curiosity that keeps you turning the pages.

A wonderful walk through time with a glass a wine

Helpful Votes: 0 out of 0 total.
Review Date: 2007-01-18

What a great book! Reading it, one can really sense Estreicher's passion for wine and history. Like a good bottle of wine, you thirst for more when it is done.

wonderful read!

Helpful Votes: 0 out of 0 total.
Review Date: 2006-12-17

There's a lot of information in a compact amount of pages. Most informative books aren't easy to read but this one keeps your attention. I never expected to have so much fun while learning about wines. The footnotes were entertaining and finding James Bond in a wine book was a nice surprise. This book really is great.

Wonderful Guide to Wine!

Helpful Votes: 0 out of 0 total.
Review Date: 2006-10-06

Great book for those who love wine and are eager to learn more about its rich history, best vintages and little known facts. Informative, as well as Entertaining!

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