Modern Major General Costumes

After the Civil War the upper middle class in America expanded and became increasingly style-conscious. Visiting European royalty as well as American women returning from the International Exhibition in Paris in 1867 stimulated fashion awareness — and it was in this climate that the magazine Harper's Bazar flowered. Dedicated to being "A repository of Fashion, Pleasure, and Instruction," it brought to American women inside glimpses of the very latest European and American fashions, all in care... [Read More]

In the garden of a Baroque villa, a chamber orchestra is playing Mozarts wonderful quartets and quintets, and everywhere is pervaded with echoes and references to the composers world. As if by magic or conjured by the imagination, figures emerge from the shadows of the labyrinthine garden: they are Mozarts characters, and they play with or perhaps make fun of the guests at the party, embroiling them in their well-known amorous dalliances. With lightness and irony, this journey into the universe ... [Read More]

Oculus Go is a whole new way to watch in VR. With crystal clear optics and state-of-the-art 3D graphics, the headset feels more like a personal theater. Just put it on, switch it on, and enjoy the littlest, big screen around. Watch a movie on a 180” inch screen, catch a sold-out concert from the front row, or just hang out with friends from anywhere. It's portable, comfortable, and designed to be ready when you are. That means no wires, no PC, and no phone to drop in. All you have to do sit ba... [Read More]

An American girl finds her prince in this "fun and dishy" (People) royal romance inspired by Prince William and Kate Middleton.American Bex Porter was never one for fairy tales. Her twin sister Lacey was always the romantic, the one who daydreamed of being a princess. But it's adventure-seeking Bex who goes to Oxford and meets dreamy Nick across the hall - and Bex who finds herself accidentally in love with the heir to the British throne. Nick is wonderful, but he comes with unimaginable baggage... [Read More]

Tom Ford has become one of fashion's great icons. He transformed Gucci from a moribund accessories label into one of the sexiest fashion brands in the world. His designs have increased sales at Gucci tenfold and have helped build the Gucci brand into the luxury goods conglomerate that it is today. Ford brought a hard-edged style synonymous with 21st century glamour to his clothes, and Hollywood sat up and took note. This book is a complete catalogue of Ford's design work for both Gucci and Yves ... [Read More]

Being away doesnt mean missing out on major events in your furry loved ones daily life Furbo is an interactive dog camera with a connected app that lets you see talk and even toss treats to your dog when youre away from home It provides real time audio and video streaming in crisp 720p HD over a 120 degree wide angle lens so you can check in anywhere anytime Worried about your dog when you have a late night at work Furbo comes with an infrared LED night vision giving you a clear view even in low... [Read More]

The ultimate western hero, Charles Starrett held the record at his retirement in 1952 for most feature films with 131. Most of those were as the cowboy character THE DURANGO KID, a masked vigilante who fought for justice and thwarted the evil plans of looters, land-grabbers, claim-jumpers, and the like on the range. With sidekick Smiley Burnette, the pair were the top B-movie stars who packed a punch and ruled the West. Enjoy 10 classics from THE DURANGO KID series and see one of the great le... [Read More]

Where the Wild Things Are is fifty years old! Maurice Sendak's Caldecott Medal-winning picture book has become one of the most highly acclaimed and best-loved children's books of all time. A must for every child's bookshelf.Introduce a new generation to Max's imaginative journey with this special anniversary edition. Let the wild rumpus continue as this classic comes to life like never before with new reproductions of Maurice Sendak's artwork.Astonishing state-of-the-art technology faithfully ca... [Read More]

The Modern Antique; Or, the Muse in the Costume of Queen Anne