The Collectors
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The Collectors: The Camel Club Book 2
Oliver Stone – the leader of four highly skilled misfits who call themselves the Camel Club. Their mission – to hold America’s political elite to account. Washington DC. The Speaker of the House of Representatives is assassinated in broad daylight. Then the head of the Rare Books Division at the Library of Congress is found dead amongst his cherished collection. While chaos engulfs the city, only the Camel Club can make the connection that exists between the two murders. Joining forces with a beautiful con artist, Stone and his team need all the help they can get as they enter a world of espionage that threatens to bring America to its knees . . . The Collectors by bestselling sensation David Baldacci is the exciting second instalment of a breathtaking series. The Collectors is followed by Stone Cold, Divine Justice and Hell's Corner.
The Collectors
Author: Frank Jewett Mather
language: en
Publisher: 1st World Publishing
Release Date: 2005-03
Purchase one of 1st World Library's Classic Books and help support our free internet library of downloadable eBooks. Visit us online at www.1stWorldLibrary.ORG - - Comprising a Ballade, wherein the Wrongfulness of Art Collecting is conceded, and as well Certain Stories: Campbell Corot, which recounts the career of an able and candid Picture Forger. The del Puente Giorgione, which tells of an artful Great Lady and an Artless Expert. The Lombard Runes, a mere interlude, but revealing a certain duplicity in Professional Seekers for Truth. Their Cross, so called from an inanimate Object of Price which wrought Woe to a well meaning New York Couple. The Missing St Michael, a tale of Italianate Americans which is full of Vanities and, though alluring to the Sophisticated, quite unfit for the Simple Reader. The Lustred Pots, again a mere interlude, but of a grim sort, as it grazes the Sixth Commandment and The Balaklava Coronal, which, notwithstanding its exotic title, is mostly of our own People, showing the Triumph of a resourceful Dealer over two Critics and a Captain of Industry. To which seven stories are added some Reflections upon Art Collecting, setting forth Excuses and Palliations for a Practice usually regarded as Pernicious.
The Collector's Handbook to Keramics of the Renaissance and Modern Periods
In "The Collector's Handbook to Keramics of the Renaissance and Modern Periods," William Chaffers offers a meticulously curated exploration of ceramic art, tracing its evolution from the Renaissance to contemporary times. The book is characterized by Chaffers' scholarly yet accessible style, blending in-depth analysis with practical advice for collectors. Furthermore, it is enriched with detailed illustrations and examples that demonstrate the distinctive characteristics of various ceramic styles, providing readers with both historical context and aesthetic appreciation. This work serves as an essential reference for both enthusiasts and serious collectors alike, illuminating the craftsmanship that defines these periods. William Chaffers, a renowned authority in the field of ceramics, imbued this handbook with his extensive knowledge and passion for art. His firsthand experiences in collecting and dealing ceramics throughout various stages of his life have equipped him with unique insights into the market, makers, and movements within the ceramic arts. Chaffers' expertise is further underscored by his prior publications, which have solidified his status as a leading figure in ceramic scholarship. For anyone intrigued by the rich history of ceramics or aiming to deepen their collecting acumen, Chaffers' handbook is indispensable. Through his enlightening prose and profound understanding, readers will gain not only practical insights into collecting but will also develop an appreciation for the artistry woven into the fabric of ceramic history. This book promises to elevate both the novice and the seasoned collector's journey into the alluring world of ceramics.