Books
Crossing State Lines: An American RengaCarol Muske-Dukes (Editor), Bob Holman (Editor)Crossing State Lines: An American Renga is a poetic relay race across the continent: fifty-four poets responding to ideas of America—and to each other. All proceeds from sales go to America: Now and Here. |
When Art Worked: The New Deal, Art, and DemocracyRoger G. KennedyWhat artists and their work did for the United States during the Depression, thanks to New Deal initiatives, is the subject of this masterfully produced book. |
Sketchbook with VoicesEric Fischl and Jerry SaltzA gem brought back into print, Sketchbook with Voices puts a postmodern spin on the classic artist’s journal. |
Route 66: Iconography of the American HighwayArthur KrimArthur Krim explores here the fascinating and complex symbolism behind the famous roadway in this vibrantly illustrated and innovative study. |
The Map as Art: Contemporary Artists Explore CartographyKatharine Harmon and Gayle ClemansIn The Map as Art, Harmon collects 360 colorful, map-related artistic visions by well-known artists—such as Ed Ruscha, Julian Schnabel, Olafur Eliasson, William Kentridge, and Vik Muniz—and many more less-familiar artists for whom maps are the inspiration for creating art. |
Spark: How Creativity WorksJulie BursteinIn this book, Julie Burstein traces the roots of some of the twenty-first century’s most influential and creative thinkers, including Joyce Carol Oates, Yo-Yo Ma, David Milch, Isabel Allende, and Joshua Redman. |
The Believer Book of Writers Talking to WritersVendela Vida (Editor)This book is a collection of conversations between writers and their mentors, taken from the pages of The Believer, along with previously unpublished conversations. |
Leaves of Grass: The First (1855) EditionWalt WhitmanThis edition of Leaves of Grass comes as close as possible, without being a facsimile, to reproducing Whitman’s original text, which he famously self-published. |
One Big Table: 600 recipes from the nation’s best home cooks, farmers, fishermen, pit-masters, and chefsMolly O’NeillTen years and many miles in the making, this collection celebrates the nation’s culinary diversity, both ethnically and agriculturally, and offers a uniquely intimate look at what home cooking in America is truly like today. |
And the Pursuit of HappinessMaira KalmanAnd the Pursuit of Happiness is beloved artist and author Maira Kalman’s yearlong investigation of democracy and how it works. |
Travels with Charley in Search of AmericaJohn SteinbeckWith his dog Charley, John Steinbeck set out in his truck to explore and experience America in the 1960s. |
Mapping America: Exploring the ContinentFritz KesslerMapping America: Exploring the Continent presents a vivid collection of historic, demographic, cultural and artistic maps to aid the reader on their journey. |
Trail: Paper Poetry Pop-UpDavid PelhamFollow the silvery trail through an enchanting maze of stunning pop-up landscapes that range from tranquil to mysterious to magical. |
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Best of Ken Burns JazzVarious Artists22 selections spanning jazz’s many styles: from Benny Goodman’s 1938 classic rendition of “King Porter Stomp” to John Coltrane’s immortal “Giant Steps.” |
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Our 50 States: A Family Adventure Across AmericaLynne Cheney (Author), Robin Preiss Glasser (Illustrator)The beauty and diversity of America are celebrated as three children, their parents, and their dog travel across the country in high spirits. |
The Train of StatesPeter SisThe train of states is rolling by — rush to the window and watch it go! |
America the Beautiful: A Pop-up BookRobert Sabuda (Illustrator)Every Robert Sabuda pop-up is a marvel, but America the Beautiful is singularly remarkable for its inspired interpretation of the classic American anthem. |
Colorforms: The Original Colorforms SetColorformsUnleash your child’s creativity with this classic brain-toy! |
Zolo Blanko!ZoloWith Zolo Blanko, not only can you build your own creations, but color and decorate them as well to express more of your unique personal style! |
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Games |
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USA Jigsaw Puzzle: License PlatesTDC GamesThis jigsaw puzzle is a United States—made out of license plates! 1000 pieces. |
HaikubesForrest-PruzanCreate captivating haikus with the roll of a dice! |
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