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"Profoundly sad and hopeful at the same time . . . Hachiko Waits shows us the very best in life; loyalty, devotion, our ability to love-all taught by a beloved, intelligent, and heroic dog. I love it." -Patricia MacLachlan, Newbery Award-winning author of Sarah Plain and TallThe loyalty and devotion of a dog has no bounds What a good dog you are. What a fine dog you are. Hachi, you are the best dog in all of Japan." Professor Ueno speaks these words to his faithful dog before boarding the train to work every morning. And every afternoon just before three o'clock, Hachi is at the train station to greet his beloved master. One day, the train arrives at the station without the professor. Hachi waits. For ten years Hachi waits for his master to return. Not even Yasuo, the young boy who takes care of Hachi, can persuade him to leave his post. Hachiko Waits is a novel inspired by a true story. Readers will be touched by the story of Hachiko and his impact on the people of Japan.
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Hachiko Waits .......2007-05-15
Excellent book...highly recommend. My youngest son and I enjoyed reading this book together.
Hachiko Waits .......2007-04-27
Have you ever seen a dog at train station that waits for his master everyday? The plot in the story is when an Akita named Hachiko waits for his master at the train station, but he never "shows up". His master had a stroke and died. Hachiko finds a new home, but when they open the door to go to school Hachiko runs away to the train stations to wit for his master. People try to take him home, but Hachiko keeps running away. Everyone at the train station leaves him there to take care of Hachiko. The genre is this book is realistic fiction.
This book was exciting to me because it was a book about dogs and any dog who waits for his master is the greatest dog in the world. I would recommend this book to people who like dog books. There are many books to find, but you have to choose the right one. A teen or younger might like this book. Yes this book was a page-turner because it was exciting to see what would happen to Hachika. I enjoyed this book because it was about dogs.
The story made me like the genre because you never knew what was going to happen. I think people who like dogs or animals should read this book, because it almost like telling someone telling a story about there pet.
HACHIKO WAITS.......2007-04-26
Have you ever seen a dog at a train station who waits for his master everyday? The plot in the story is when an Akita named Hachiko waits for his master at the train station, but his master never shows up. His master had a stroke and died. Hachiko finds a new home, but when they open he door to go to school Hachiko runs away to the train station to wait for his master. People try to take him home, but Hachiko keeps running away. Eveyone at the train station leaves him there to take care of Hachiko. The genre is this book is realistic fiction.
This book was exciting to me because it was a book about dogs and any dog who waits for his master is the bestest dog in the world. I would recommend this book to tpeople who like dog books. There are many books to find, but you have to choose the right one. Ateen or younger might like this book. Yes this book was a page-turner because it was exciting to see what would happened to Hachiko I enjoyed this book because it was about dogs. The story made me like the genre because you never knew what was going to happen. I think people who like dogs or animals should read this book because it almost like telling someone telling a story about there pet.
I Couldn't Put the Book Down - Reviewed by Lyndsai.......2007-04-20
Waiting, waiting, waiting. This dog sure can wait. Hachiko Waits by Leslea Newman is a heart-warming story. It is a fantastic historical fiction book.
Hachiko is owned by Professor Ueno. They live in a little house in Japan. Hachiko is a golden-brown Akita-ken. Professor Ueno has a thin moustache and is a little short. He teaches at a university.
When the story begins, Professor Ueno and Hachiko go to the train station a couple of times so the professor can go to work. Then something happens to the professor and then Hachiko ends up waiting for days.
This book is an easy read. I liked Hachiko Waits because it has great details and I liked where it took place. You should read this book because it has great detail and it really holds your interest. That is why you should read Hachiko Waits.
Touches Your Heart.......2007-02-12
I have recommended this book to several of my students after being introduced to it at a reading conference. It is a great book that warms your heart at the extremely loyalty a dog has for his owner. The book also will open the door to another culture. I loved it and many of my students have enjoyed it immensely as well.
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Book of the Akita.......2000-10-12
This book is a must for both the potential and actual owners of the Akita. Joan McDonald Brearley has given the reader an enormous amount of information most valuble to the understanding of the breed. From puppyhood to adulthood one can see the progression of a small "teddybear" face puppy to the most regal of all canine faces. Changes not only to the physical aspects but to the mental attitude of the adult dog. This is disgussed thru out the book. She also has supplied the reader a much larger than normal amount of photographs of high quality.This in my mind, is most valuable if one is to compare for breeding stocks, types from other countries, and or just for the pleasure of viewing such beautiful animals. After ten years of owning this book I still am unable to refrain from looking at it if not for the written information or maybe the photographs alone. The author has provided a wonderful service to both the Akita breed and their owners/admires by sharing her knowledge with us.
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Review.......2007-10-10
This book is only good if you are interested in breeding the Akita not as a pet.
Great reference for new Akita owners.......2006-08-16
This book was a great read and we now have been using it as a reference. This was not our first Akita, but after reading this book, I now understand our beloved pet from the past. Our new addition is just as wonderful! The Akita is a great breed.
The best book for the new Akita Owner and Exhibitor.......2000-10-11
I have many Akita books in my reference library but truely wish I had this book when I first became involved in showing and raising Akitas. This book has wonderfully discript photos and dialogue to take you through the proper grooming and stacking of your dog for show. It's not a big book but it is chalk full of the best advice and information I've seen to date. It is easy to follow and to read; clear photos and desciptions for discribing breed faults and correct breed type - a must for new Akita puppy owners. I recommend this book to all my puppy clients.
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Western Influence on Japanese Art: The Akita Ranga Art School and Foreign Books
Hiroko Johnson
Manufacturer: Hotei Publishing
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Great book.......2000-05-20
This book presented with a 1 star review so I was a bit dubious about buying it, however, once I received it I was extremely glad I did. From a showing and breeding point of view, I would have to say that this is one of, if not the, best books of the Akita I have purchased so far. I highly recommend it.
Its disgusting!.......1999-02-17
I want an Akita,so I wanted this book.When I ordered it,All it talked about is how to hunt with it!5 thumbs down!
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Akita Champions, 1987-1991
Camino Book Co. Staff
Manufacturer: Camino Books
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The Akita Breed Book
Manufacturer: Hoflin
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ASIN: 0866670718 |
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A well-written, thought-provoking book that takes an in-depth look at the Akita breed. With all the beautiful, one-of-a-kind illustrations (64 frameable prints), Akita fanciers will be wanting two of these books. One from which to display the wonderful prints and another to keep intact to be added to their Akita library. With its unique form of publication this book is every bit as much an Akita art book as it is an Akita breed book. Size is 8.5" x 11". Paperback.
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- The best available resource on American HO Scale brass
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The Brown Book of Brass Locomotives
John Glaab
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Railroad Tycoon 2 Gold
ASIN: 0801983959 |
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The best available resource on American HO Scale brass.......1997-11-23
The purpose of this book is to provide a catalog of all HOScale brassmodel locomotives imported into the United States through about 1992. The second purpose is to provide technical and price information to perspective buyers or evaluators of "preowned" brass. Mr. Glaab does an excellent job with the first function. The book is divided into locomotive types (steam, rod, geeared, narrow-gauge, diesels, gas-electrics and electrics). Within each catagory the models are broken down by railroad (AT&SF, B&O) and then by (wheel)class. I found very few models which were not listed in this book, and they were rare examples, handbuilt in Japan in the early days of brass modeling (1950s). Photographs are supplied of some of the models, drawn from Glaab's own private collection or those of his collector colleagues. The B&W photographic quality varies from fair to good. The book lists many thousands of models and provides an excellent overview of the productivity of this little known industry. It deals only with the locomotive models of Canada and the United States. It is unfortunate that it could not have been extended to the topic of brass rolling stock as well, but this would have almost doubled the size of the volume. Concerning the commentary on individual models. It is obvious the Mr. Glaab could not see or evaluate every single one of the thousands of models produced by some 40 importers since the early 1950s. However, he makes a valiant effort. Comments are grouped into 1,954 notes appendixed to the book. Although this establishes a somewhat awkward procedure for acquiring the necessary information, and although the notes are extremely brief and necessarily incomplete, they do provide useful information.Concerning the pricing of the models, one must use the information with considerable care. Mr. Glaab runs a large model train store (Peach Creek Shops) and has considerable information on the prices of models. However, the price structure has changed significantly since this book was written, particularly for many of the rarer handbuilt models of the 1950s. Theoretically, the prices were established on the basis of two or more known sales in the years prior to publication (he contacted me for some of this information). However, I note considerable disparities in the prices of many of the rarer models from pricing information known to me. For example, a rare model he listed at $8,000 recently sold at auction for $14,000+. Some even rarer models are markedly undervalued. With these considerations in mind, one might use this book as a beginning point (only) for the evaluation of a collection of model trains. All in all, this book is not only an excellent organizational effort, but represents the very best source available on the subject. Some useful appendixes include lists of importers, builders, the Whyte Wheel Classification for steam locomotives (Atlantic 4-4-2, etc.), and a useful bibliography. I recommend this book to anyone interested in the history of American brass models.
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This is the definitive book about brass objects. Large sections are devoted to andirons, candlesticks, fireplace accessories, kettles and tobacco boxes. There are useful dating charts for andirons and candlesticks. Each of these sections is more complete than any previous volume, and could have been published as a separate book. Smaller sections include horse brasses, scientific and occupational instruments, and table wares. The development of artistic styles in brass are fully illustrated and explained in their historical context. The accompanying text explains the composition of brass, eighteenth century method of sand casting, and ways to identify old copies and fakes. A fascinating eighteenth century brass-makers catalog is reproduced in its entirety at the end of the book. Unusual brass items from many private collections, museums and antiques dealers are presented and compared. Very few of these items have ever been published before.
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- Interesting book, limited value to collectors
- Interesting book, limited value to collectors
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Antique Brass Wind Instruments: Identification and Value Guide
Peter H. Adams
Manufacturer: Schiffer Publishing
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Collecting antique brass musical instruments involves a fascinating and wide range of subjects, including music history, art history, political history, industrial history, and changing aesthetics. Designed for musical instrument collectors and those who regularly encounter antique brass musical instruments made before 1920, this book features more than 100 original line drawings from musical instrument catalogs as well as interesting new information regarding these instruments. Readers with a background or interest in music and musical instruments will find this book a valuable resource for years to come and one that will enhance their knowledge and collection. Antique Brass Wind Instruments also includes a helpful value guide, a glossary of terms, a bibliography of scholarly reference books, and several appendices of particular interest to beginning collectors.
Customer Reviews:
Almost useless.......2006-12-15
I have 25 years' experience in buying and selling antique wood and brasswinds, so this book was of very great interest. It claims to be a buyers'/collectors' guide but fails miserably. It gives lists of original prices for 19th century brasswinds by only TEN makers without consistent indication of current values. Pictures are arbitrary, poorly reproduced and often too small to be useful. Commonly encountered makers (Boosey, Gautrot, Sax etc) are absent. The "subjective price list" is poorly researched and not limited to antiques. Shame on Schiffer Publishing for publishing this book, it is almost useless. A potential buyer or seller will find little or no value in this book.
Interesting book, limited value to collectors.......2000-08-09
This book has lots of illustrations taken from old music catalogs and limited text. Most of the text that is there is quoted from other sources. Information on about 10 companies only and skips some of the largest including Conn, Buescher, York, and Boosey and nothing on some of the smaller old brands like Lehnert. The valuations given are for specific instruments, and the guidelines for generalized pricing are next to useless, with statements such as: "Valuing antique brass instruments is like shooting at a moving target in the dark." All in all some limited information about a number of companies, and many interesting old illustrations of historic instruments, but not of much use in determining value of instruments other than the specific ones in the book.
Interesting book, limited value to collectors.......2000-08-09
This book has lots of illustrations taken from old music catalogs and limited text. Most of the text that is there is quoted from other sources. Information on about 10 companies only and skips some of the largest including Conn, Buescher, York, and Boosey and nothing on some of the smaller old brands like Lehnert. The valuations given are for specific instruments, and the guidelines for generalized pricing are next to useless, with statements such as: "Valuing antique brass instruments is like shooting at a moving target in the dark." All in all some limited information about a number of companies, and many interesting old illustrations of historic instruments, but not of much use in determining value of instruments other than the specific ones in the book.
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- Nice little book on horse brasses
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Discovering Horse Brasses (Shire Discovering Books)
John Vince
Manufacturer: Shire Publications
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Nice little book on horse brasses.......1999-04-02
This is a great little book on horse brasses. It illustrates many examples of old brasses. The history on brasses is a little weak. But is does tell you some history on the draft horse and their brass decorations. Overall this is a great book for the horse brass collector.
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Collecting Copper and Brass
Geoffrey Wills
Manufacturer: Hesperides Press
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ASIN: 1406796514 |
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This is a complete guide to collecting copper and brass, beginning with the composition and properties and how it is treated for manufacture. It includes descriptions of brass, bronze, ormulu, pinchbeck, Muntz's metal, gunmetal and bell metal, and how these are made into useful articles or ornaments. Copper and brass have been used during many centuries all over the world, and this book includes products in the metals from Europe, India and the Orient and Africa. There are notes on repairs and preservation and hints on collecting and display. The book describes a list ranging alphabetically from ale and spirit measures to wax jacks and weights and measures; it also discusses such things as aquamaniles, buttons, ormulu mounts and mortars, armory and much else. Contents Include: COPPER AND ITS ALLOYS: Mining and Manufacture - Alloys, Composition and Uses - Countries in Which Copper Alloys Have Been Used - A DICTIONARY OF ARTICLES MADE FROM COPPER AND ITS ALLOYS: Fakes - Cleaning
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identification tool and price guide to help you identify your best loved horse collectable
Book Description
This is the fascinating story of how these important early products were made and used, ranging from the simple tin pot to an elaborate brass chandelier. The book covers items used in the kitchen, living room, and bedroom: sconces, lanterns, trays, candle molds, candlesticks, andirons, ladles, bed warmers, braziers, stills, kettles, pans, and a multitude of other objects. 104 pages. Fully illustrated. 81/2" x 11". Soft cover.
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Not a Bad Little Book.......2000-09-10
Unfortunately, the author knows more than your average expert. When you correct someone and tell them it is a cramped joint not a dovetailed joint down the side of that pot, it's rough when he can site books considered tops in the field stating the contrary. Still the items shown are unique, the content informative and I am glad to have this book in my collection.
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The History and Origin of Horse Brasses
Reginald, A. Brown
Manufacturer: Hesperides Press
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Discovering Horse Brasses (Discovering)
ASIN: 1406796298 |
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Reading like a dictionary of horse brass designs and their meanings, this book also contains some detailed diagrams and photographic plates. 'The usual reason for using brasses or amulets was, and still is, either to bring good luck, or to ward off the effects of the 'evil eye,' as it was at one time thought that sickness, calamity and even death could be brought about those who possessed the awful power of "overlooking." Contents Include: The Power of the "Evil Eye" - Sun Worship and The Horse - Ancient Records of Amulets for Horses - The Earliest English Horse Amulet - History of Amulets and Horse Brasses in Great Britain - Victorian and Later History - A Set of Brasses for a Cart Horse - The Origin and Meaning of Various Designs - Conclusion - Methods of Manufacture
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- Grab the Brass Ring: The American Carousel
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Grab The Brass Ring: The American Carousel
Anne Dion Hinds
Manufacturer: Crown
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Art of the Carousel
ASIN: 0517574861
Release Date: 1990-10-10 |
Book Description
The author traces the merry-go-round's history from its heyday at the turn of the century to the present day.
150 full-color photographs.
Customer Reviews:
Grab the Brass Ring: The American Carousel.......2000-03-31
The beauty of the american carousel seems to radiate from the pages of this book. There are some fantastic photographs of carousel animals and machines that are still around, she also has photos of various carousels that have been lost or destroyed over the years. These photos are truly a window into time.
The only criticism that I have of this book is that there is not enough background information on the carvers and their family history.
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1930S Lighting: Deco & Traditional by Chase (Schiffer Book for Collectors)
Donald-Brian Johnson , and
Leslie Pina
Manufacturer: Schiffer Publishing
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Binding: Hardcover
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ASIN: 0764311379 |
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"The style you want--at the price you want to pay!" From 1930 to 1942, such advertising slogans drew cash-strapped Depression consumers to the Chase Brass & Copper Co.'s attractive array of lamps and lighting fixtures. Heralded as "brilliant in style and authentic in design," the Chase line presented a new concept in brightening the American home, as designed by modern industrial pioneers, including Lurelle Guild, Walter Von Nessen, the Gerths, and Harry Laylon. Chromium, brass, and copper fixtures appear in hundreds of current, catalog, and historic photographs (many in color), vintage advertising, a complete cross-reference listing, price guide, and index. Admirers of twentieth-century decorative arts will enjoy this in-depth look at "lights that give lasting satisfaction."
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Collector's Paradise!.......2001-07-24
This is an exciting book for collecters who are familiar with the wide range of Chase products as well as those just being introduced to these beautiful lamps! My mother began to collect when no one recognized these pieces for their style and beauty - monetary considerations aside. This book juxtaposes the actual lamps with pages from the original Chase catalogs. The design detail and the artist's sketches are a wonderful benefit to designers. A great companion volume to Chase Complete! A real joy to read and study.
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