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Q&A: im looking for a book i found containing messages to japan from around the world after the 2011 tsunami?

March 7, 2013 By

Question by Erica: im looking for a book i found containing messages to japan from around the world after the 2011 tsunami?
and earthquake. i remember i saw it several months ago, maybe march-may 2011 at kinokuniya book store in san francisco. do any of you know the title of this book?

THANKS!

Best answer:

Answer by Evghenia
I’m sorry I can’t help but I strongly recommend you to get a book which is full of essays written in 1961 (6 years after the disaster in Hiroshima) by the children of Hiroshima.
“Six years after the disaster in Hiroshima professor Arata Osada asked the children of Hiroshima to writer an essay on their personal experiences from the atomic bomb,the most representive essays were written in a form of a book”
I’m sorry I can’t be of any help :3
PS : The book is called “Children of Hiroshima” by Arata Osada.

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What book of 2011 are you most looking forward to?

February 10, 2013 By

Question by . . .A s h l e e. . . ?: What book of 2011 are you most looking forward to?
2011 is another big year for book releases, I’d have to say that at the moment City of Fallen Angels by Cassandra Clare is leading on my to read list, but there are many others trailing close behind, what are yours?

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Answer by Cleopatra Avalon
CITY OF FALLEN ANGELS!!!!! OMG I’m re-reading the series right now XDDDDD OMG I can’t wait! lol I love the series but the author is a fat biotch.

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Arts and Entertainment this weekend and looking ahead, updated Feb. 8

February 8, 2013 By

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Voted the world’s best beach by the Sun Herald, Australia and Harper’s, Boracay is the perfect island getaway, with its warm blue waters, powder-fine white sand, and a palm fringed 4-kilometer beach.

The islands facilities and amenities make her a recreational haven. Watch February’s Fun-board Cup, windsurfing’s annual international event, or the World Beach Volleyball Tournament in September. Or take a refreshing swim in the crystal clear waters.

The world-famous island of Boracay is located in Aklan province 345 kms. South of Manila. The island is accessible by air from Manila or Cebu through two principal gateways : Caticlan airport or Kalibo airport.

After a swim in the sea, you can engage in relaxing activities. Comb the beaches on horseback. Play an exciting game of volleyball. Get on an outrigger and sail to the other side of the island. Swim over to the floating bar and cool off with a cocktail. Or hop around one beach to another and enjoy the easy-going atmosphere.

After sunset, the island transforms into one exciting night of dancing and partying. But don’t take our word for it, Boracay is an island you have to experience yourself.

For many certified sun-worshippers the world over, paradise goes by the name Boracay. For indeed, many visitors have come back to Boracay year after ytear. Some have even chosen to live in this paradise island.

Sheltered from the fierce easterly typhoons, Boracay can be found at the northwestern tip of Panay, in the western Visayas region, off the Sibuyan Sea. Boracay has managed to pack its thousand-hectare area with all the elements of a tropical paradise–crystal blue waters, powder white sand, liberal doses of tropical palms and flowering plants, and a healthy marine life underneath the seas.

Boracay is made up of three little communities: Yapak in the north, Balabag in the middle, and Manoc-manoc in the south. Hilly elevations up to 100 meters above sea level characterize Yapak and Manoc-manoc. Intertwining trails link the small villages together but may sometimes lead to lush tropical jungles. Electricity and public transportation remain relatively scarce.

Boracay would have remained a national secret if not for a few foreign travellers who accidentally stumbled upon the place. Some say it was a movie crew which spread word about Boracay to other sun-worshippers. Other swear it was German traveler Jens Peters’ book, which included rare reviews about Boracay, that sent tourists on their way. Whichever tale is true, Boracay has become a melting pot for beach lovers. At any point in the island, visitors can hear English, German and French spoken fluently. More importantly, visitors respect the serene quality of the place, and pay tribute to native Boracaynons by behaving according to local behavioral codes-which means no nudity, no fighting, and no loud commotions.

Not surprisingly, the culinary fare at Boracay is as diverse as the nationalities of its visitors. French, Australian, Belgian, German, Spanish and Thai–they’re all here side by side the native cuisine. Lending ample support to this virtual rainbow of fruit shakes: from sweet yellow mango, green tart mango, to pineapple, coconut milk, cantaloupe and banana. Don’t go home without a sip.

Arts and Entertainment this weekend and looking ahead, updated Feb. 8
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Protect Your Bubble Suggests Gadgets for Seniors Looking for a Tech-Boost in 2013

January 3, 2013 By


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There are some gadgets out there that grandparents will appreciate and love. Protect Your Bubble compiles a list of some great grandparent-friendly technology that is sure to be a hit.

1. PlayAway Audio Book Similar to an iPod or MP3 player, these micro books come on a lanyard and have ear buds. Popular book titles exist and each book is very affordable. Plug and play is simple to use and uses a single battery.

2. ePill Cadex Watch This watch reminds seniors with up to 12 different alarms as to when to take certain medications. A medical alert function similar to the ID bracelet is also standard on the watch.

3. Digital Picture Frame All grandparents love pictures but the more grandchildren there are, the more pictures they will have. Solve a great deal of that with a digital picture frame that is pre-loaded with lots of family pictures and grandchildren pictures. Chronologically arranged photos of grandchildren and children make for a great gift.

4. Keurig Single Cup Coffee Maker Frequently grandparents may live alone or independently, or only one will drink coffee. This Keurig coffee pot brews single cups of coffee using specially designed pods. Quick, economical and easy to use saves making a whole pot of coffee and wasting half of it.

5. Jitterbug Phone The commercial jingles are great, but the phone is actually good. Large numbers on the screen, easy on/off buttons and a strong, loud clear speaker mean those with hearing impairment can hear clearly. A 24/7 nurse call, medication reminder and emergency response are also available, making this phone ideal for seniors.

6. Grill Alert Cooking Timer Grandparents love to cook, but distractions happen. This handy timer reminds them of that pot roast, turkey or ham in the oven. Program it to alarm when the food reaches the appropriate temperature and it is okay to forget for a while.

7. Presto Computerless Email Service Away on vacation but want to email pictures to Grandma and Grandpa? Do so with this email system. Grandparents get updates and pictures directly to them without need of a computer or smart phone. Perfect for a surprise gift any time for any reason.

8. Telikin PC Some grandparents enjoy keeping up with their technologically advanced grandchildren, and this computer makes it easy. Video chat, photo-share, email and Internet with a touchscreen mean ease of use for those with arthritis. Pre-installed software, on screen icons make this a plug in and use system. A full keyboard and mouse are available for those who choose to use both.

9. Kindle Touch Grandparents who love to read will appreciate this easy to use e-reader. The Touch has Wi-Fi capability and large font for those need it. An easy to use and read touch screen is senior friendly and there is no glare, even in sunlight.

10. Smartphone While a smart phone may not seem practical at first, a few basic apps that require some manual dexterity and a bit of intuition can help keep seniors active, independent and sharp. Consider a phone with a large display and easy to use applications along with important phone numbers easy to access.

Whether giving or receiving a gadget, be sure to protect it. Protect Your Bubble provides smartphone and tablet insurance which covers loss, theft and water damage and consumers will receive a replacement device in 24 hours. For a quick quote, visit ProtectYourBubble.com today!

About Protect Your Bubble

Protect Your Bubble is a specialty insurance brand, offering insurance for gadgets, pets and travel – all for todays modern consumer.

Travel – Plans provide a variety of coverage for single and multi-trip options including cancellation, interruption, medical/dental, baggage, rental car and much more like 24/7 emergency services including, consult a doctor, roadside assistance, restaurant reservations and even set up tee times through their concierge services.
Gadget – Smartphone and tablet insurance covers loss, theft and water damage and consumers will receive a replacement device in 24 hours. Home gadget warranties provide coverage for mechanical breakdown and accidental damage for laptops, game consoles and cameras as well as mechanical breakdown for appliances, televisions, desktop computers, home theater systems and more.
Pet – Plans provide up to 90 percent reimbursement for covered vet charges for eligible accidents, illnesses, hereditary conditions and behavioral treatments and alternative therapies. They allow owners to visit any licensed vet in the country. Additionally, annual deductible options start at $ 100 which only need to be met once per plan year.

Headquartered in Atlanta, Protect Your Bubble is available online, via mobile app or phone, allowing consumers to understand, buy and, most importantly, protect what enriches their lives. Find Protect Your Bubble USA on Facebook or Twitter (@PYBUSA) or visit us.protectyourbubble.com for more information or to get a two-minute quote today.

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Q&A: I am looking for a painter/artist named Thomas Lee?

November 21, 2012 By

Question by krymsinwingz: I am looking for a painter/artist named Thomas Lee?
My now EX boyfriend was working in Virgina some where near olde town. He drove past a dumpster that had a gorgeous painting by the artist Thomas Lee. He of course grabbed it and brought it home and I have had it since then. The painting is of a blonde haired woman siting on a couch and she is wrapped in a gold sheet. Everyone who has seen it loves the painting but I cannot seem to locate the artist. Can anyone help????

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Answer by gericfilms
What’s the age of the Artist? There is a Thomas Lee in the USC Graduate program. He is a painter.

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Q&A: looking for rare book buyers in chicago?

November 3, 2012 By

Question by eric: looking for rare book buyers in chicago?

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Are you looking forward to any NEW books in 2011?

October 27, 2012 By

Question by MilaMuse: Are you looking forward to any NEW books in 2011?
I”m pretty psyched for “What Happened to Goodbye by Sarah Dessen” being released in March but besides that I don’t really know which other books come out next year, hence the question. So what are you anticipating?

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Looking for Rare Books? Try Abe Books

September 30, 2012 By

Article by Bain Pilloud

Looking for Rare Books? Try Abe Books – Search Engines – Link Popularity

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Usually antique, rare books can be extremely difficult to track down. Enormously collectible, they’ll often be found in small, specialist bookshops – which can be almost as difficult to locate.

In recent years, however, online auction sites, such as eBay, and sites providing classified adverts and listings for rare books – have made finding those first editions, signed copies and rare collectibles much easier.

A site that acts as an online marketplace – specifically dedicated to new, second hand and rare books – Abe Books is great for those who collect books from a specific era such as the Edwardian era. It’s also great for those who simply want to read a book or text that isn’t in print in anymore.

The search boxes featured on the site allow users to search for books by title, author, keyword or an International Standard Book Number (ISBN). Abe Books then produces relevant results from a network of thousands of professional booksellers and stores – located around the world.

Abe Books also allows users to search for their favoured booksellers using a bookseller search. This feature is particularly useful for those that know of a specific seller that deals with, or has a good knowledge of, books from a certain period or of a specific style – such as Cosway bindings or shape books.

Just two of the types of rare, antique books heavily featured on the Abe Books site, Cosway bindings and shape books are highly coveted by collectors.

Shape books are cut into a shape – designed to reflect a specific figure or object. So rather than being produced in a standard rectangular shape, the shape books available are fashioned to look like – for example – an artist’s paint palette or a character, such as Little Red Riding Hood.

The most collectible shape books were produced in the Victorian era and were designed to stimulate the imaginations of young children. Although generally scarce, a significant number of these books can be purchased through Abe Books.

Books featuring Cosway binding are also offered on the site, although the quantities available are very limited. Named after acclaimed miniaturist portrait painter Richard Cosway, these books are bound in traditional leather covers and decorated with miniature paintings – set into the cover.

Although Cosway wasn’t the one responsible for inventing this strikingly elegant style of binding – he died in 1821, before the style was introduced – the name has stuck.

Making perfect gifts for a loved one, Cosway bindings can hold significant financial and sentimental value.

As well as rare editions of past classics, more contemporary works can also be found and purchased on the Abe Books website.

Whilst these books can be tracked down on others sites such as eBay, Abe Books allows users to buy the books featured on its site outright, rather than having to go through a process of submitting a bid. This is great for those looking to avoid the frustration of missing out on a book that’s key to their collection.

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The internet has made it easier for book collectors to find rare and out-of-print works. Abe Books is a particularly good resource for finding shape books and other hard-to-find volumes.

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Students Are Looking For Cheap Textbooks Online

August 13, 2012 By

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It’s a well-known truth that the majority faculty students do not have some huge cash to their title, giving birth to a growing development of scholars using cheap textbooks online. They’ve but to have a conventional job, and plenty of of them are simply not that great at saving money. Consequently, most aren’t ready to pay out of pocket for big expenses. The unfortunate factor about this is that is what is requested of most once they go to buy textbooks. Given that they don’t have the money to buy them at full price, many look for cheap textbooks online as that is one in all there only remaining choices left.

Searching for cheap textbooks online is definitely a wise economic choice for college students. The books are the identical as those obtainable at the school bookstore, and you can save 50% or much more in some cases off the retail price. Although students have to attend a few days or even a week for the book to reach, the savings make it nicely price it to most.

Each year we’re seeing more and more college students turning to get cheap textbooks online. This has obviously created an issue for those who are trying to sell the books to college students directly. They are having their lunch eaten by these cheap textbooks online. It shouldn’t be surprising that they’re taking measures to attempt to battle back.

The very first thing that the bookstores are doing is keeping essential details about the books extra secretive. They’re trying their best to not reveal the ISBN variety of textbooks. The ISBN quantity is the identification number of any given book. When a pupil does have the ISBN, they’ll rapidly discover what they are on the lookout for among the many cheap textbooks online. By retaining these numbers extra secretive, the bookstores are making it a little more difficult to seek out books among the many cheap textbooks online.

A second tactic used is to simply lower the prices of the books they’re promoting themselves. The bookstores hate to do this, however they will indeed decrease prices to stay competitive.

One benefit that most of the traditional bookstores have touted is the truth that they do purchase back the books they sell. That isn’t the case with almost any online seller. The bookstore will at the least provide you with about 50% of your money back on the finish of the semester if you end up done together with your books.

As a closing stab at cheap textbooks online, some bookstores have made agreements with faculties to get academics and employees to advertise a bookstore. The employees doesn’t achieve this very straight, however by a series of properly deliberate out promoting campaigns, the bookstores get their title and their message out there. This is a controversial means of doing things, however business is business.

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im looking for some online book stores selling used books?

June 18, 2012 By

Question by michael b: im looking for some online book stores selling used books?
im looking for online book stores selling used books online,
im looking for technical books such as black and decker wiring, etc..
im not wanting ebay, or amazon, just interested in something different besides those two

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Answer by seanisapyro
half.com, i think it’s pretty much ebay though

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