 “So, to quaint old Greenwich Village the art people soon came prowling, hunting for north windows and eighteenth-century gables and Dutch attics and low rents.” —O. Henry   About C.O. Bigelow Apothecaries: Nestled in the tiny neighborhood of Greenwich Village in New York City, C.O. Bigelow is the oldest apothecary in the United States. For nearly two centuries, Bigelow has served some of the country’s most notable figures, including the many writers and artists who have traditionally lived in the Village. Bigelow has remained true to tradition, transporting customers back to a time and place of personalized attention, customized formulas, and healing, therapeutic, natural preparations. C.O. Bigelow Apothecary BoxesPackaged in an apothecary box illustrated with the iconic C.O. Bigelow storefront and Manhattan cityscape, each set features two of the chemist’s most popular formulas: Body Cleanser and Body Lotion. The refreshing wash provides a creamy lather and gently cleanses, while the silky lotion provides lightweight moisture as it conditions the skin.  C.O. Bigelow This gift set contains three classic, all-purpose salves from C.O. Bigelow Apothecaries, America’s oldest chemist. The salves help ease irritation and condition the skin, and may be used on lips, face, cuticles, elbows, knees, and chapped or very dry skin patches.  Marvis Best-Selling Toothpaste Trio Made in Florence, Marvis is a superior dental brand that has been loved in Italy for generations. This trio of toothpastes offers a chance to sample their three most popular flavors: Classic Strong Mint, Aquatic Mint, and Whitening Mint. “Civil War generals frequented the shop, according to old ledgers, and store records from 1905 show Samuel Clemens, aka Mark Twain, strolled the aisles alongside Clarisse Coudert, aka Mrs. Condé Nast.” Beyond the West Village, we have found unique, attractive, and useful products from around the world to delight in, gift, and explore.  Traditional Savon de Marseille Savon de Marseille is the authentic soap that has been made in the Provencal city of Marseille, following a strict recipe and method, for more than six centuries. The result is a pure, natural soap that is unparalleled for skin care and, paradoxically for such a gentle product, stain removal. In France, it has been trusted for generations to cleanse everything from little faces to linens.  Provençal Scented Savon de Marseille Savon de Marseille is the authentic soap that has been made in the Provençal city of Marseille, following a strict recipe and method, for more than six centuries. This is a set of three bath-sized bars of soap made with organic shea butter. Each bar is scented with a different traditional fragrance (verbena, rose, or lavender) derived from plants grown in the Provençal countryside.  Quill and Inkwell Correspondence CardsThis set of eight engraved cards and envelopes is of the highest quality—the stock is heavy, just the right shade of cream, and the image of the quill and inkwell is exquisitely engraved. The quill is navy blue, to match the paper lining the envelope, and the inkwell is rendered in raised metallic gold. Both the quill and the inkwell are minutely detailed; it’s possible to see the hinge, the clip, and the rim of the well. Made in Belgium, these cards embody Old World artistry at its best.  Pure Cotton Note Card Presentation Box Most pure white paper is made using bleach and/or fluorescent whiteners, but Pure Cotton is made without the use of chemicals. It has a soft woven finish and watermark. Fifty cards and tissue-lined envelopes in a presentation box. Made in Belgium.  Paper ScissorsCrafted in Italy, these scissors trace their design back to the 1950s, when flat-handled scissors were first made. Each pair features an elegant gold-plated handle paired with durable carbon steel blades. A thin layer of 24-karat gold is applied to the scissors for a beautiful finish. Please allow for some slight variation and character in the gold finish of the handle.  Collective Noun Tea TowelsPack, litter, herd? We are thrilled to expand our repertoire of collective nouns beyond the commonplace and into the exceptional: a prickle of hedgehogs, a parliament of owls, a romp of otters, and more. These imaginative and unique tea towels feature fifteen wonderfully evocative collective nouns accompanied by illustrations by British artist Jan Morley. Hand screened in four colors and printed on 100% unbleached cotton; made in England.  Gold Triangle Paper ClipsCustom made in Italy, these paper clips are coated in a thin layer of 24-karat gold; their triangular shape adds another element of style. The 30 paper clips come in a glass jar with a black lid.  Letter OpenerAdd an element of old-fashioned elegance to your desk with our letter opener. Crafted in Italy from hard-tempered steel, this graceful yet practical tool features a refined, gold-plated, curved handle. A thin layer of 24-karat gold is applied to the letter opener to give it a beautiful finish.  French Market Basket This is the authentic panier du marché, the traditional straw market basket used for centuries throughout France. With a spacious interior and durable construction, it is seen almost as often on beaches and at picnics as it is in markets.  Classic French Market BagPull out the Larousse: you’ll run out of the superlatives you’ll need to describe this Classic French Market Bag. Maybe the manufacturer’s tagline says it best—Le IT BAG écolo (the ecological IT BAG).  Women Who Changed the World Mug These heirloom quality bone china mugs are decorated with engaging illustrations depicting more than forty remarkable women, from secret agents, scientists, and suffragists to politicians, presidents, and paleontologists. Made in Scotland, in a factory on Loch Lomond, by a family business run by a grandmother, her daughter, and granddaughter. The company tells us, “Each mug is printed and decorated in the UK by our cheery, hardworking, skilled, and experienced staff.”  Women Who Changed the World Tote Bag Made in Scotland, in a factory on Loch Lomond, by a family business run by a grandmother, her daughter, and granddaughter. This tote bag is made from unbleached canvas. With a generous side panel for extra storage space and woven handles that are as sturdy as they are comfortable, it’s perfect for your everyday essentials.  Latin Verbs MugA perfect everyday mug for the Latin learner, this bone china mug is colorful, informative, and an excellent study aid. The mug lists the different conjugations of two essential Latin Verbs, esse (to be) and amare (to love), in six verb tenses: present, imperfect, future, future perfect, perfect, and pluperfect. Made in Scotland.  History of Cycling Mug “The bicycle, the bicycle surely, should always be the vehicle of novelists and poets.”
 Periodic Table of Elements MugSit down with a mug of tea or coffee and contemplate one orderly realm of beauty and order in our all-too-chaotic world. Beyond nitrogen, oxygen, phosphorus, and sulfur, there are fermium, thulium, ytterbium, nobelium, mendelevium, and dozens more.  Roma Lussa Leather Journal This is a luxurious gift for the serious journal lover. Handmade in Italy, each softbound leather journal has 416 unlined cream pages. The soft leather cover also comes with a strap to fasten it. The hand-marbled edges make each journal beautiful and unique.  The Shakespeare Collection Socks Gift BoxesEach Shakespeare Collection Socks Gift Box—designed and produced under license from The Shakespeare’s Globe Trust—includes five luxurious pairs of socks suitable for all genders. The socks feature some of the most famous characters in Shakespeare’s plays. “Playful yet classy socks. A fun spin on a classic.”—The Scotsman  La Dolce Vita Sock CollectionOur stylish friends at the London Sock Exchange have designed a new trio of socks featuring Italian icons: pasta shapes on a bright green sock, a moped on a soft gray sock, and a Venetian gondolier on a coral sock. The socks are knitted from sustainably sourced, super-soft melange cotton yarns for a luxurious fit and finish.  Classic Kaweco Sport Fountain Pen We first read about this superb writing instrument in The New York Times, in an interview with playwright Jon Robin Baitz, who said of the pen, “I thought it was a perfect little thing... I love its precision, its modesty, its clarity and its minimal fuss. This is the cheaper, more practical version of a Mercedes.” This pen is made by a German company established in 1883, a venerable name in pen circles.  Birds of Eastern and Central North America: 1,000-Piece Puzzle This puzzle comes with QR codes developed by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology that allow you to listen to the birds’ songs and calls on a smartphone while working on the puzzle. There’s also an informational poster included, with illustrations of the 120 birds depicted on the puzzle. Made in the USA.  Reader, I Married Him Gold Brontë Bracelet “Reader, I married him.”—
 The Little Prince Wrapping PaperThis all-occasion gift wrap is acid-free and therefore also suitable for bookbinding, scrapbooking, and other creative projects. The sheets are printed on a soft blue background, accentuated with stars of gold metallic ink, with images from Saint-Exupéry’s novella, along with lines from the book (in Italian). Imported from Italy. The company who makes this paper maintains its roots in the heart of Tuscany, the centuries-old cradle of the noblest paper manufacturing traditions.  Italian Leather Journal Charming and petite, this journal can always be at hand when inspiration strikes. Hand-crafted in Italy with 128 unlined cream pages, this softbound journal is ideal for sketching and capturing moments on the go. With a wrap-around tie closure, this slim design does not sacrifice elegance for durability.  The New York Review of Books Compact UmbrellaWeighing less than one pound and under twelve inches in length when closed, this handy umbrella is perfect for everyday use and easy to store in a backpack, briefcase, or purse. As the manufacturer says, this is “the best and last umbrella you’ll ever need.” You are receiving this message because you signed up for email newsletters from The New York Review of Books, NYRB, or The Reader’s Catalog. You can choose the types of mailings you wish to receive. |
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