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Black History Month
Every February we celebrate African-American history and culture with Black History Month. Read about the origins of the tradition and browse Black History Month collection pieces on this week's blog.
The Bellamy Eagle
John Haley Bellamy’s iconic style of carving eagles became so well known that they soon were labeled the “Bellamy Eagle.” They were highly prized for their quality and attention to detail. Bellamy’s eagles were intricately carved in a stylistic manner, to show each individual feather and crease. Even after the height of his career, the Bellamy style continued to be carved as a popular way to depict eagle decor.
A Woman's Touch: How Women Impacted the War Efforts
Hundreds of thousands of men risked their lives to support the war efforts in both world wars. Yet, what was a woman’s role in all of this? With men gone off to fight, the women and the children that stayed back were often left to fend for themselves, and for the country that their family members swore to protect. Rather than sit and wait, women took up important roles during World Wars I and II.
The James Bond Series
The James Bond series was written by British author Ian Fleming during the middle of the 20th century. Ever since the first release of Casino Royale, the franchise has been exceedingly successful with adaptations for television, film, radio, and games. Here, we delve deeper into Fleming's Bond and showcase newly available first edition books from the popular spy series.
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