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The Secret Language of Birthdays
by Gary Goldschneider and Joost Elffers

In my words...
A few weeks ago the topic of birthdays came up... It made me think of a marvelous book that John and I have owned for years. You may think this is just too much hocus pocus... but if you are willing to take a "lighter" view of it, this book can truly give you and your friends or family endless amounts of amusement... I just love reading it, looking up family members... We all laugh... I'm pretty sure you will too.

In their words...
Combining astrology, numerology, and pure psychic intuition, The Secret Language of Birthdays is a wholly unique compilation that reveals one's strengths, weaknesses, and major issues while providing practical advice on spiritual guidance. It is a must have for every library and anyone even remotely interested in the dynamics of personality.



Alberto Pinto Orientalism
by Alberto Pinto

In my words...
I recently gave this book as a gift and had to sit with it for a bit myself... (One of the secret pleasures of giving books as gifts!) Oh... to fall in love! One of the most inspiring books I have seen in a very long time. I think so many of the same designers are featured over and over in the magazines... Where has this man been?? I think he may just be too damn busy creating remarkable worlds in far away lands to deal with interviews!! You will not be disappointed... surely you will be as inspired as I am... creative and dripping with lusciousness.

In their words...
Alberto Pinto is among the most celebrated interior designers at work today. Here he turns his eye to the wonders of the East and a series of interiors inspired by the colors and textures of Morocco, Byzantium, India, and beyond. Included in this book are interiors in Europe, North America, and North Africa belonging to the jet set and modern elite. Each interior celebrates opulence, whether with fine damasks and silks, intricate tilework, or glittering objets d'art.