From the Dining Car

From the Dining Car
Author: James D. Porterfield
Publisher: Macmillan
Total Pages: 312
Release: 2004-11
Genre: Cooking
ISBN: 9780312242015

A monthly columnist for Railfan & Railroad magazine provides a collection of recipes by today's luxury rail gourmet chefs, in a volume complemented by chef anecdotes, photographs of railroad memorabilia, and historical information.

It Happened on a Train

It Happened on a Train
Author: Mac Barnett
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 295
Release: 2012-09-18
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1416978208

Seventh-grader Steve Brixton finds himself pulled back into sleuthing when, during a train trip down the California coast, he uncovers a mystery involving a fleet of priceless automobiles, an assassin, and a private rail car.

Craft in America

Craft in America
Author: Jo Lauria
Publisher: Potter Style
Total Pages: 323
Release: 2007
Genre: Decorative arts
ISBN: 0307346471

Illustrated with 200 stunning photographs and encompassing objects from furniture and ceramics to jewelry and metal, this definitive work from Jo Lauria and Steve Fenton showcases some of the greatest pieces of American crafts of the last two centuries. Potter Craft

Garage Sale and Flea Market Annual

Garage Sale and Flea Market Annual
Author: Collector Books
Publisher:
Total Pages: 516
Release: 1996
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9780891457534

Packed with descriptions and current values for nearly 24,000 collectibles, this new edition of the popular annual covers virually evert collectible category in today's market. In addition to the over 600 photographs, this resourceful guide offers suggestions on how to conduct sales, establish oneself as a flea market dealer, and how to buy and sell by mail.

The Official Price Guide to Antiques and Collectibles

The Official Price Guide to Antiques and Collectibles
Author: Eric Alberta
Publisher: House of Collectibles
Total Pages: 788
Release: 1997-03-25
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9780876379608

THE ONE-STOP SOURCEBOOK WITH MORE THAN 60,000 PRICES LISTED! [ ] COMPLETELY REVISED AND EXPANDED. The Official Price Guide to Antiques and Collectibles contains the most up-to-date information on thousands upon thousands of the most sought-after antiques and collectibles. Whether your passion is traditional antiques, such as furniture, china, and silver, or you are looking for the latest hot pop culture collectible from TV or film, rock 'n' roll, Barbie, and G.I. Joe, this is the guide that provides comprehensive coverage. [ ] UNIQUE FOCUS ON BABY-BOOMER COLLECTIBLES. Today's hottest collectible category is postwar collectibles and memorabilia, from the late 40s through the baby-boom years. The Official Price Guide gives you the latest prices for thousands of items in this ever-growing category--that's more values than any other major price guide. [ ] WRITTEN BY EXPERTS. Eric Alberta has headed the Collectibles department at both Christies and Phillips auction houses. With more than twenty-five years of experience, he now runs an appraisal and consulting firm. Art Maier teaches appraising at New York University. He is a consultant for international auction houses and their clients. [ ] PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. In addition to Alberta and Maier, more than thirty-five other experts, and more than twenty-five auction houses and galleries nationwide, contribute invaluable information in their individual areas so that you can get the best deal. [ ] SPECIAL FEATURES. Tips on where and what to collect, regional preferences, and how to spot fakes and reproductions. [ ] FULLY ILLUSTRATED. More than 500 black-and-white photos throughout the volume helpidentify the precise items you are looking for. HOUSE OF COLLECTIBLES Serving collectors for more than thirty-five years