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“One day I was counting the cats and I absent-mindedly counted myself.” —Bobbie Ann Mason, “Residents and Transients” Women and cats have a long history together,...

Incipit invites you to indulge in the sensory delight of books. From the tactile pleasure of turning pages to the enchanting aroma of paper and ink, explore the magic of bibliophilia.

Explore the rich history and artistry of book production, from the evolution of calligraphy inks to the rise of the printing press. Discover the magic of decorated edges, the allure of Brobdingnagiana and Lilliputiana, and the cautionary tales of books with fatal secrets. Join the celebration of bibliophilia and the enduring power of books to inspire, comfort, and connect readers across generations.

Feature: The Rose Bower (1885 –1890), by Edward Burne-Jones Artmedia / Alamy Stock Photo In the dining room of Buscot Park, in Oxfordshire, England, a beautiful...

Photography © Kent Miller / NPS Since time immemorial, humankind has looked to the stars, finding not only great beauty in Earth’s celestial ceiling but meaning...

You are no doubt expecting me to expound on the romance of flowers in Victorian art, but I think I shall instead start with...

Look for her at midnight, as she twitches her nose and raises her head to the full moon, soft ears falling behind her. She...

Photographer: Val Gleason @vallerina01 Model: Jessica White @_.Jxssiica._ HMUA: Jonathan Lee of Magic Demon Cosmetics @magickmua_studios Sometimes, in autumn, you’re not sure whether to laugh or...

As the classic Disney song reminds us, “Beauty and the Beast” possesses a rich history and a powerful legacy of enchantment. While most versions we...

Flying Dutchman (20th century), English School ©Look and Learn:Bridgeman Images From Issue 59 - The Nautical Issue Subscribe | Print | Digital My grandfather once saw the Phantom...