Monthly Archives: July 2010

Books Inside and Out!

Posted on July 30, 2010 by Theresa

If you have been a recent visitor to the shop, you would have noticed that there has been much activity outside. We have had a mural painted on the outside wall to let you all know when we are Open … Continue reading →

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Steam & Vintage Rally, 8th August 2010

Posted on July 30, 2010 by Maria

Brecon Jazz not your scene?  How about the 30th Rally from the Three Cocks Vintage Society Ltd instead?  To be held on Sunday 8th August 2010.  Lots to do and see, just 2 minutes from Hay-on-Wye (if that!).  Please see … Continue reading →

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Hours of Gladness!

Posted on July 29, 2010 by Jane

While photographing new stock yesterday I came across a lovely book entitled ‘Hours of Gladness’. It is a collection of eight nature essays with intriguing titles such as ‘The Intelligence of the Flowers’ and ‘The Wrath of the Bee’, illustrated … Continue reading →

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Brecon Jazz 2010

Posted on July 29, 2010 by Lorna

This year’s Brecon Jazz Festival is running from Friday 6th August until Sunday 8th August.  Full details including the programme of events, venues and accommodation is available on their website www.BreconJazz.org Brecon is only 15 miles from Hay-on-Wye so if … Continue reading →

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Fragile Tissue Paper Dustwrappers

Posted on July 28, 2010 by Maria

Stock recording yesterday I came across two Schoolgirls’ Own Annuals from 1930 and 1932.  They both had their original tissue paper dustwrappers which were complete!  I bet there aren’t many of those around anymore as they are extremely fragile!  They … Continue reading →

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Go Quackers at Tintern Station July 29th

Posted on July 28, 2010 by Joanne

The Old Station Tintern says ‘Go Quackers’ and waddle around the site and search for hidden ducks.  This Thursday 29th of July 2010.  Admission price is £1.50.  For more details and other events at the Old Station – please see … Continue reading →

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Enid Blyton Books get a makeover

Posted on July 26, 2010 by Adam

I heard on the radio this morning that the publishers of Enid Blyton Books, Hodder, are going to change the language in the new publications of the first 10 Famous Five stories.  I am personally torn over whether this is … Continue reading →

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Hummingbird Hawkmoth Sighting

Posted on July 23, 2010 by Chris

We were delighted to have a rare (in the UK) hummingbird hawkmoth visit our garden. These beautiful daytime flying moths are so-called because, just like a hummingbird, they hover off the flower to feed, their wings beating so fast they are … Continue reading →

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July Newsletter and Featured Book

Posted on July 22, 2010 by Adam

This week, our July newsletter was issued and it was as always packed with articles and images. You can view the July newsletter and Sign Up for the future issues. This month Featured Book article is “The Inimitable Jeeves” in … Continue reading →

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Guardian and Observer Guides to Antiques

Posted on July 22, 2010 by Adam

It was great surprise and pleasure to discover that Rose’s Books had been mentioned in a recent guide on “Vintage & Antiques” issued in two parts in the British Newspaper the Guardian and its Sunday sister paper the Observer.  Rose’s … Continue reading →

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