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Woodland, moorland, sea ... Great Britain is home to vast array of beautiful natural settings, each with its own unique sounds. Woodland, moorland, sea ... Great Britain is home to vast array of beautiful natural settings, each with its own unique...
"I learned so much about California history, architecture, libraries and in particular the Central Library fire in Los Angeles. Susan Orlean captivated me with her writing. She has an easy to read style and includes a rich mix of information about ..."
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"Susan Orlean reopens the unsolved mystery of the most catastrophic library fire in American history, and delivers a dazzling love letter to a beloved institution--our libraries"-- Provided by publisher.
"Wonderfully written and a pleasure to read. I learned about antiquarian books in a dusty, barely lit British bookstore, along with being introduced to eccentric staff and odd patrons. Fun and informative!"
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"Some years ago, Oliver Darkshire stepped into the hushed interior of Henry Sotheran Ltd (est. 1761) to apply for a job. Allured by the smell of old books and the temptation of a management-approved afternoon nap, Darkshire was soon unteetering...
