| “The studious silence of the library ... Thought is the thought of thought. Tranquil brightness.”
—James Joyce, Ulysses Silence Please MugA polite exhortation, “silence please,” appears beneath the English Gothic arch at the entrance to the Bodleian Old Library. Another appears in the library’s fifteenth-century courtyard. In fact, these signs are presented at every entrance to the Bodleian, one of Europe’s oldest libraries and the main research library at the University of Oxford. A reminder of the sanctity of scholarship and the quiet passion of booklovers, this bone china mug is an ode to one of the world’s most famous temples of literature. This mug makes the perfect desk accessory for the Anglophile or gift for those seeking to bring home the tranquility of an Oxford library. Made in Staffordshire exclusively for the Bodleian Libraries. Libraries Save Democracy PinShow your support for public libraries and the essential role they play in a democracy by wearing this enamel pin on a collar, lapel, backpack, or tote. Red, white, and blue enamel with silver metal accents. | Sky Is Filled with Stars Necklace“The sky is filled with stars, invisible by day.”
—Longfellow This delicate yet modern necklace features the last line of one of Longfellow’s most famous poems. | “If You Have a Garden and a Library” Tea TowelThis stylish tea towel features a quote from Cicero: “If you have a garden and a library you have everything you need.” | James Joyce Holiday Cards “His soul swooned slowly as he heard the snow falling faintly through the universe.” This quote from James Joyce’s short story “The Dead,” in the collection Dubliners, is printed on pale cream, acid-free stock, 100% recycled, FSC-certified, and carbon-neutral. | County Library: We Want One PaperweightThis glass paperweight reproduces a 1928 photograph now in the collection of the Library of Congress. The photo captures the longing of a rural community for a permanent library and memorializes early bookmobiles. | Animal Tracks in the Snow Holiday CardsThis cheery letterpress greeting card is perfect for the entire holiday season. Featuring an image first published in 1897, it teaches its recipient to identify the tracks of rabbit, deer, muskrat, skunk, mink, squirrel, fox, and more. Individual cards are blank inside for your personal message. | Women Who Changed the World Tote Bag From secret agents, scientists, and suffragists to politicians, presidents, and paleontologists—and of course writers—this amazingly detailed design celebrates women who have had a significant impact on the world, from Ancient Egypt to the present day. | Women Who Changed the World MugThese heirloom quality bone china mugs are decorated with engaging illustrations depicting more than forty remarkable women. Made in a factory in Scotland by a family business run by three generations of women | The Velo Socks From our dapper friends at the London Sock Exchange, this playful design features an image of a cyclist. The perfect accessory for the adventurous sophisticate, these socks are an attractive golden yellow, to offer a pop of color and style. | Beneath My Feet Beneath My Feet: Writers on Walking rounds up the most memorable walker-writers from the 1700s to the modern day, from country hikers to urban strollers, from the rationalists to the truly outlandish. Follow in the footsteps of William Hazlitt, George Sand, Rebecca Solnit, Will Self, and dozens of others. Keep up with them—and be astonished. | Untranslatable Words Cards Some of the most fascinating words in other languages describe powerful feelings that no English word can quite capture. This inspiring set of cards matches twenty of these untranslatable words with evocative images to make a thoughtful gift for language lovers, word nerds, and all curious individuals, encouraging us to reflect on the splendor of vocabulary and the emotions. | History of Cycling Mug The illustrations on this fine bone china mug show the evolution of bikes throughout history, from the running machine in 1818 to the sleek bikes of today. | Banned Books SocksThese unisex cotton blend socks are mismatched. One sock displays the titles of fifty famous banned books; the other sock lists the same titles, only redacted with a black bar. Choose between adult small and adult large sizes. | Frida Kahlo Watermelon Silk Chiffon Scarf The vibrant watermelon pattern on this scarf is taken from Viva La Vida, Watermelons, the last painting by Mexican artist Frida Kahlo (1907–1954). Kahlo is celebrated around the world for her outspoken advocacy for women, people with disabilities, and indigenous people, especially those of her native Mexico. | “yes I said yes I will Yes" is the memorable closing line of James Joyce’s Ulysses. Spoken by Molly Bloom, it concludes her soliloquy with a powerful affirmation of life and resolve to embrace it. We’ve put this quote on the inside of one of our sterling silver cuffs as a little “secret” message (or a reminder to oneself). Every bracelet is individually made by an artist in the New York City area. Each letter is stamped, then the silver is oxidized, hand sanded, and polished. | Beginner Knitting KitLearning to knit is fun and easy with this kit. Perfect for first-time knitters, it makes learning so easy, you can teach yourself. As you master a simple garter stitch, make a beautiful scarf. | Janet All-Occasion Greeting Cards
by Glen Baxter Over four decades and a multitude of books, “Colonel” Glen Baxter has built a world and a language all his own—slightly familiar, decidedly abnormal, irresistibly funny. Baxter’s drawings are a delicious stew of adventure novels, highbrow hijinks, and outright absurdity. | Illuminated Galaxy Crystal Ball Let the light shine with this illuminated crystal ball, featuring a 3D laser-engraved galaxy design. This unique light will spark joy and make any space come alive. The warm light suffusing the stars of this miniature galaxy creates an inviting atmosphere in your home or office. Winner of the 2024 UK Gift of the Year Award, this crystal ball is a unique accessory for your desk or bookshelf, and it also functions as a night-light. | Pure Cotton Correspondence Pad and Envelopes Most pure white paper is made using bleach and/or fluorescent whiteners, but Pure Cotton is made without the use of chemicals, with a soft woven finish and watermark. The pad contains fifty sheets of paper and is accompanied by twenty-five envelopes. Made in Belgium. | Ancora Imparo, Italian for “Yet, I am learning,” has been imprinted on our sterling silver cuff. The slender but substantial cuff is 0.125" wide, and will fit a wrist that is 6.5"–7" around. Every bracelet is individually made by an artist in the New York City area. Each letter is stamped, then the silver is oxidized, hand-sanded, and polished. | A Twitch Upon the ThreadThe best fishing writing is never really about fishing, or never only about fishing, and the writers collected in A Twitch Upon the Thread use angling as a way to write about love, loss, faith, and obsession. This is an anthology of fishing writing ranging from medieval times to the present. | The New York Review of Books Baseball Cap Celebrate your favorite magazine with our brand new baseball cap. This smart black cap has the New York Review of Books logo in bright red. A velcro adjustable strap means this cap offers a comfortably snug fit. This cap is the most stylish way to read the latest copy of the Review without the sun in your eyes. |
