Natural Histories: Postcards of 60 Rare Book Illustrations
The American Museum of Natural History's Rare Book Collection contains some of the most extraordinary, vivid images from the natural world—and this beautiful gift box is perfect for any nature enthusiast. It features 60 stunning postcards printed with the best selections from the museum’s Research library, divided into six categories (each with ten cards). The selections include: Fish, Mollusks and Other Animals, Insects, Reptiles and Amphibians, Birds, and Mammals. An informative ten-page accordion-style booklet provides additional details about the pictures and collection, and the box itself can be used for storing stationery and mementos.
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Natural Histories: Postcards of 60 Rare Book Illustrations
The American Museum of Natural History's Rare Book Collection contains some of the most extraordinary, vivid images from the natural world—and this beautiful gift box is perfect for any nature enthusiast. It features 60 stunning postcards printed with the best selections from the museum’s Research library, divided into six categories (each with ten cards). The selections include: Fish, Mollusks and Other Animals, Insects, Reptiles and Amphibians, Birds, and Mammals. An informative ten-page accordion-style booklet provides additional details about the pictures and collection, and the box itself can be used for storing stationery and mementos.
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Natural Histories: Postcards of 60 Rare Book Illustrations

Natural Histories: Postcards of 60 Rare Book Illustrations

Natural Histories: Postcards of 60 Rare Book Illustrations

Natural Histories: Postcards of 60 Rare Book Illustrations

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The American Museum of Natural History's Rare Book Collection contains some of the most extraordinary, vivid images from the natural world—and this beautiful gift box is perfect for any nature enthusiast. It features 60 stunning postcards printed with the best selections from the museum’s Research library, divided into six categories (each with ten cards). The selections include: Fish, Mollusks and Other Animals, Insects, Reptiles and Amphibians, Birds, and Mammals. An informative ten-page accordion-style booklet provides additional details about the pictures and collection, and the box itself can be used for storing stationery and mementos.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781454916956
Publisher: Sterling Signature
Publication date: 10/06/2015
Series: Powerkids Readers: American Symbols
Pages: 10
Sales rank: 438
Product dimensions: 4.40(w) x 6.50(h) x 2.10(d)

About the Author

Tom Baione is the Harold Boeschenstein Director of Library Services in the American Museum of Natural History's library and oversees all aspects of the library's functions. An active member of the Grolier Club, Tom divides his time between Manhattan and Long Island. He is the editor of Natural Histories: Extraordinary Rare Book Selections from the American Museum of Natural History Library (Sterling).
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