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Bas Bleu: Immoveable Feast - A Paris Christmas by John Baxter
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"Aside from my grandmother's legendary pudding recipe (which has yet to be located), few things have been a constant in the various Christmas dinners I have shared with family and friends. But, then, I am not French. Neither is John Baxter, but that is what makes him the ideal writer for this task: to explain what it is like to cater to a French family every year at Christmas. What might be a ni..."
Bas Bleu: Hercule Poirot's Christmas by Agatha Christie
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"All Agatha Christie's brother-in-law wanted for Christmas one year was a good and bloody murder mystery . . . and, so, Christie delivered it to him in the form of "Hercule Poirot's Christmas: A Holiday Mystery." And you thought your family holiday bashes were spine-tingling affairs . . ."
Bas Bleu: 2009 Bird Songs Wall Calendar
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"Bringing the outside in, at least by way of recording, is one way to chase away a case of cubicle claustrophobia . . . and learn a bit about the birds of North America at the same time."
Bas Bleu: Snow Birds New Year's Cards
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"Aside from the simple, all-purpose sentiment, what I love about these cards is that they provide a way to postpone sending your holiday cards until the new year. A boon for you, and a pleasant surprise for the recipient (who may also deserve a thank-you note.) Good gifting (and getting.)"
Bas Bleu: Night Sky Star Wheel
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"A low-tech, low-cost introduction to the night sky that will enable you to spot stars and constellations depending upon the day of the year and the time of the night. For all ages. Good astral gifting."
Bas Bleu: Angel Concert Advent Calendar
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"One of my favorite parts of preparing for the holidays is opening up the miniature doors of an advent calendar as each of the days of December comes and goes. This is an advent calendar I would want to give as well as get, so stunning a replica of St. Martin's Church in Braunschweig, Germany it is. Good gifting (and getting.)"
Bas Bleu: 101 Baseball Places to See Before You Strike Out by Josh Pahigian
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"Full of color photographs both breathtaking and humorous, this book identifies baseball landmarks all over the country, both on and off the beaten path. A splendid tour all on its own that will be well appreciated by baseball fans of all ages and abilities. Good gifting."
Bas Bleu: The Gift Of Wine
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"With these unique and colorful labels and tags, each bottle of wine you give becomes a vintage all your own. If you anticipate a busy holiday social calendar, save money by investing in a case of a dry sparkling wine. Add your label and tag and you are ready to attend any affair. Good gifting."
Bas Bleu: How To Be Useful - A Beginner's Guide To Not Hating Work by Megan Hustad
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"A great guide for someone entering the workforce for the first-time, it will also provide anyone returning to work, considering a career change, or facing the possibility of a lay-off with some practical advice on making your work something you enjoy . . . if not always love."
Bas Bleu: Lady Liberty - A Biography by Doreen Rappaport, illustrated by Matt Tavares
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"Primarily a picture book, this is the story of how the Statue of Liberty was originally conceived, created and transported to the United States around the time of the 100th birthday of the United States of America. An inspiring story for all of us, particularly when we are, as a country, experiencing economic and moral struggles."
Bas Bleu: Travel Italia - The Golden Ages of Italian Travel Posters by Lorenzo Ottaviani
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"Breathtaking contemporary images of Italy are the hallmark of the 160-page art book, which describes the art of the travel poster from the 1920's through the 1960's. A great armchair escape . . ."
Bas Bleu: Paris - Wish You Were Here! edited by Christopher Measom
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"If you just cannot get there from here in the foreseeable future, you can enjoy the art and song and stories of the City of Lights. And, once you do have the time and money to make the trip, you will know exactly where to go, what to do and where to stay."
Bas Bleu: Summer - A User's Guide by Suzanne Brown
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"At least in the Northern Hemisphere, it is officially summer. And there are so many good things to do, to eat, to try during this all-too-short season. This book provides plentiful inspiration and instruction for making a sarong, attracting hummingbirds, identifying constellations and building sand castles. No matter where you find yourself this summer (city, country, beach, or mountains), you ..."
Bas Bleu: The Intellectual Devotional: American History
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"It seems a simple matter to have a grasp of American history, when it is so short in comparison to that of the rest of the world. Yet, if you weren't a political science or history major, some of the major elements of our society and its place in the wider world may remain a mystery to you. Remedy that ignorance with small, juicy doses of information provided by this devotional. Or simply refer..."
Bas Bleu: Jolly Holiday Box of Boxes
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"Easy, elegant and re-usable, these boxes are a boon for those who are time-challenged, wrapping-challenged or in search of a more green solution to presenting a present."
Bas Bleu: Frasier Fir Candles by Thymes
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"Including the scents of fir needles, cedar and sandalwood, these clean-burning candles will provide you with a holiday aroma with or without holiday greenery. Good gifting."
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