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Monthly Archives: December 2016
We Remember
Today marks the 28th anniversary of the bombing of Pan Am 103 over Lockerbie, Scotland. My amazing brother Steve, along with 269 other innocent people, was murdered by Libyan terrorists in this heinous, evil act. We never forget, and we … Continue reading
Posted in Air Travel, Europe, History
Tagged Lockerbie, Pan Am 103, Scotland, terrorism
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Advice from a Caterpillar Redux
Faithful reader, and occasionally contributor, Evan Smythe has sent these images of an amazing Alice-inspired calendar from the brilliant book designer and illustrator John Coulthart. I love the Victorian Psychedelia vibe of the eye-popping art work. Apparently the calendar is … Continue reading
Posted in Art, Books, Writing
Tagged Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, Lewis Carroll
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Light Up Winter
If you’ve ever visited Montreal during the winter months, then you know that it can be cold, dark and dreary, but each year the Luminothérapie festival discovers new and entertaining ways to dispel the gloom and lighten up the season. … Continue reading
Posted in Art, Canada, Tech, Tourism
Tagged Brussells, Installation art, light art, Montreal, Street Art
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Why Books
10 reasons why books make the best gifts Books are easier to wrap than footballs or fruit baskets. Books don’t break. Once you finish with a book, it’s not empty. In fact it’s still full. No batteries or assembly needed. … Continue reading
Advice From A Caterpillar
Over the years, I’ve sold copies of a number of versions of Lewis Carroll’s masterwork Alice in Wonderland, but I’ve never owned this 1899 illustrated U.S. edition. Published by M.F. Mansfield and A. Wessels, New York, this wonderful version has 12 full-page … Continue reading
Posted in Art, Books, Libraries, USA, Writing
Tagged Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, Lewis Carroll, University of Florida
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Enter The Void
h/t to Michael Pederson
Good Riddance 2016
This year has seen so many devastating losses for the world in the arts and culture communities. A British Twitter user who only goes by the handle ChrisTheBarker has paid homage to the some of the many greats who died … Continue reading
Posted in Art, Books, History, Music, USA, Writing
Tagged Beatles, David Bowie, Leonard Cohen, Prince
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Winter Wonderland
For 150 years, New York City’s major retailers have been going all out decorating their store windows for the holiday season. This year thanks to Google everyone around the world can virtually experience the festive sights of Manhattan. Just click … Continue reading