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Author Archives: Brian D. Butler
Paris: Words on the Water
It will come as no surprise to learn that Paris’ newest floating bookstore specializes in travel and maritime literature. Librairie Peniche, which is housed in a beautifully restored and remodeled barge, is the passion project of Judith Rosa and Didier Delamare. … Continue reading
Posted in Books, Bookstore Tourism, Europe, Tourism
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Get Smart
Smartify is a very clever free app that allows users to scan artworks to identify them and then get meaningful background information. This Shazam for art is already available for more than thirty major international art venues and more are being added monthly. … Continue reading
Posted in apps, Art, Museums, Photography, Tech, Tourism
Tagged apps, art galleries, Painting, Sculpture, Wikipedia
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Take a very short trip
If you click on this link, it will take you on a short trip. Use your arrow keys and space bar to control the action. The charming little animated game was created by Australian artist, illustrator, and digital designer Alexander … Continue reading
Posted in Animation, Art, Public Transport, Tech
Tagged Animation, Australia, drawing, games
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Resist Much, Obey Little
In recognition of Banned Books Week, here are some quotes from surprising literary works that have been banned or censored over the years.
Posted in Books, Freedom of Speech, Libraries, USA, Writing
Tagged Banned Books, Harper Lee, Lord of the Flies, The Great Gatsby, The Handmaid's Tale
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Smiley’s People
h/t Tom Gauld
Posted in Animation, Books, Europe
Tagged England, espionage, John Le Carre, spies, Tinker Tailor
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Iceland Calling
Facebook recently reminded me that last year at this time I was back in Iceland for another amazing roadtrip. While my own photos are good enough souvenirs for me, the award-winning video below captures the moody majesty of the country … Continue reading
Posted in Europe, Film, Photography, Tourism
Tagged Godafoss, Iceland, Myvatn, Reykjavik, Timelapse
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Bookstore Tourism App
The Book Cities app is a non-profit project designed to promote bookstores and to help travelers discover new shops where ever they wander. Currently available only for iOS phones, the app helps users to locate nearby booksellers and provides helpful … Continue reading
Posted in apps, Books, Bookstore Tourism, Europe, Tourism, USA
Tagged Bookselling, bookstore apps, iOS apps
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