Collectible Glass Bells of the World


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Features over 750 bells from 29 countries, including cut glass bells, blown and pressed glass bells, engraved bells, and the highly desirable glass wedding bells. Companies represented include Dorflinger, Hawkes, Pairpoint, Seneca, Sinclaire, Fenton, Fostoria, Val St. Lambert, Goebel, Moser, Hofbauer, Wedgwood and many more. Captions provide bell type, country of origin, maker and date (if known), size, pattern or decoration, and current value. A splendid addition to the libraries of bell collectors, glass enthusiasts, and all who appreciate beautiful artistry.




Glass Bells


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Showcases more than 850 glass bells produced primarily during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries in America, England, and Europe. Included are cut glass bells, engraved bells, blown and pressed glass bells, and a special chapter on wedding bells. Each bell is identified by type, date made, country of origin, producer if known, size, color, decoration or pattern, and current value. Background information on the manufacturers is provided as well. A treasure for those who appreciate bells, glass, and the decorative arts.




Science of Percussion Instruments


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"What singles this book out is the sheer diversity of instruments covered this is a very welcome book. It is fair to say that the science of percussion instruments would not have advanced anywhere near so far without the tireless enthusiasm and passion of Rossing and his students."Nature, 2001"It forms a very nice survey work on an entire class of musical instruments I recommend it to anyone interested in acoustics and the physics of musical instruments."American Journal of Physics, Sept 2001




American Glass Bells


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American glassmaking became a popular industry in the late 19th and early 20th centuries when the population expanded and demanded pretty decorative goods to reflect their growing affluence. This new book presents over 500 pretty, American-made glass bells identified by their type of bell, producer, and period; and with descriptions that include their size, color, decoration or pattern, and range of values. Each bell is shown in beautiful color photography. Chapters focus on American art glass, cut glass, blown, pressed, and lampwork glass bells. Bell collectors, historians, museum curators, and glass lovers all will find this an important reference for their libraries.




Glass A to Z


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Where did Depression glass originate? When did Fenton start making glass? The answers to these and many more questions are found here. This handy and easy-to-use new collector's resource of definitions and descriptions for glass terms, styles, patterns, and manufacturers will be referred to time and time again. More than 400 photographs and line drawings are included to illustrate significant shapes, patterns, and makers' marks. Everything from Depression to Pattern glass and Fenton to Tiffany is covered. Includes dozens of manufacturers' marks to aid in identification. -- Features more than 400 photographs and line drawings to illustrate significant shapes, patterns, and makers' marks -- Provides valuable historical information on popular glass manufacturers -- An invaluable resource for collectors, dealers, and appraisers




Glass Bells from Around the World


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World travelers can find glass bells in many countries, making them fun to search for and recall their adventures. Over 400 bells are shown in hundreds of color photographs to whet the interest of newcomers to the field. Seasoned bell collectors will also enjoy the carefully researched history, identification, and text about glass manufacturers and regional characteristics. Dating bells will be easier with this guide. The book will be handled often to compare details and identify glass patterns.







Luigi Nono


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Carola Nielinger-Vakil examines selected works by Nono in the historical context of Italy and Germany after 1945.




Business Letter and E-mail Writing: An Indexed Handbook


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This book is a collection of nearly 250 shortened or adapted business letters that were actually emailed, faxed, or posted. While the letters vary in complexity and length, all samples are comprised of straightforward sentences that upper intermediate readers of English as a second language should have no difficulty understanding and using. The book should also be useful for native English speakers seeking a fundamental approach to written business communication and for teachers in need of business-writing source material and exercises. The book is divided into three parts: Part 1: Letter samples and answers to the exercises (usually letter revisions). Part 2: Exercises (original letters, situational assignments, and sequencing assignments). Part 3: Hotel and travel matters.




The Glass Industry


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