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The Oxford Book of Modern Science Writing (Paperback)

The Oxford Book of Modern Science Writing

Review

“A glorius celebration of literary scientists.” –Harry Richie Mail on Sunday 30/03/2008″A sparkling anthology.” –David Sinclair, Tribune 18/04/08″Beautiful volume…A labour of love.” –Steven Poole, The Guardian 26/04/2008″For the science-savvy. it’s like a gigantic prize-giving-cum-back-slap. For the science-phobic, it’s a banner-waving call to come on in and give it a try.” –Jonathan Gibbs, Metro London 19.03.08″It is a real treasure trove of unexpected pleasures.” –Sunday Telegraph. Kenan Malik 13/04/2008″The Oxford Book of Modern Science Writing edited by Richard Dawkins, come up trumps… It is to be hoped that many will not only read this excellent volume but will then go on to read in their entirety some of the individual works themeselves. That is the ultimate success of any anthology.” –Mary Strickland. Chemistry World May 2008″The book makes for a fascinating browse, but it could also inspire as a bed-time volume, filling (more…)

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Pictorial Webster’s: A Visual Dictionary of Curiosities [Hardcover]

Pictorial Webster's: A Visual Dictionary of Curiosities

Featuring over 1,500 engravings that originally graced the pages of Webster’s dictionaries in the 19th century, this chunky volume is an irresistible treasure trove for art lovers, designers, and anyone with an interest in visual history. Meticulously cleaned and restored by fine-press bookmaker Johnny Carrera, the engravings in Pictorial Webster’s have been compiled into an alluring and unusual visual reference guide for the modern day. Images range from the entirely mysterious to the classically iconic. From Acorns to Zebras, Bell Jars to Velocipedes, these alphabetically arranged archetypes and curiosities create enigmatic juxtapositions and illustrate the items deemed important to the Victorian mind. Sure to inspire and delight, Pictorial Webster’s is at once a fascinating historical record and a stunning jewel of a book.

About the Author

John M. Carrera is a printer, bookbinder, and artist who has taught and lectured extensively. He is the fo (more…)