Monthly Archives: December 2016

We Remember

Posted on December 21, 2016 by Brian D. Butler

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 →

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Advice from a Caterpillar Redux

Posted on December 20, 2016 by Brian D. Butler

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 →

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Subway Rhapsody

Posted on December 19, 2016 by Brian D. Butler
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Light Up Winter

Posted on December 18, 2016 by Brian D. Butler

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 →

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Why Books

Posted on December 17, 2016 by Brian D. Butler

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 →

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Advice From A Caterpillar

Posted on December 16, 2016 by Brian D. Butler

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 →

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Enter The Void

Posted on December 15, 2016 by Brian D. Butler

h/t to Michael Pederson  

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Good Riddance 2016

Posted on December 14, 2016 by Brian D. Butler

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 →

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Art Rules

Posted on December 13, 2016 by Brian D. Butler
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Winter Wonderland

Posted on December 12, 2016 by Brian D. Butler

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 →

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