Rivers of Power: How a Natural Force Raised Kingdoms, Destroyed Civilizations, and Shapes Our World

Laurence C. Smith

A sweeping natural history of rivers as engines of civilization Rivers, more than any road, technology or political event, have shaped the course of civilization. In Rivers of Power, geographer Laurence C. Smith tells the sweeping story of rivers and how they made us. Rivers have opened frontiers, defin...

Penguin (Animal Flexilight) Bookmark

This super cute animal shaped booklight will keep children wanting to read more, and of course be able to read more in the dark. Because the booklights are ultra thin, they double as bookmarks.   Features: Child Safe battery cover, High quality LED, CR2016 lithium batteries included, Flexible to guide...

Paperblanks Bookmark - Moutarde

Paperblanks

Reproducing an original work by Pierre Legrain, this design brings a sense of movement to the heavy geometric elements of its Art Deco influence. Legrain was a key figure in early 20th-century French bookbinding and was commissioned by Jacques Doucet to create unique bindings for Doucet's impressive lib...