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the history of love - nicole krauss

i just recently decided to revisit my absolute favorite book - the history of love by nicole krauss. every time i open it up (it lives beside my bed and has for nearly 5 years) i am reminded of it's brilliance. in addition to being so moving and beyond well written, this is a book that could easily be judged by it's cover. genius - the old typewriter font, coupled with the back image that is at once blissful and somber, light and heavy, abstractly the sea or the sky. the cover design perfectly captures the essence of the novel which beautifully walks the line between love and heartbreak, old and young, life and death. it is both devastating and inspiring. a memorable read.

to : culture junkie

the same old vintage bottle of wine or stylish accessory just isn't going to cut it for this one. always on top of every exhibit opening, upcoming concert, and the latest restaurant, the quirkier and more intellectually stimulating, the better. below is a list of some intriguing gifts certain to impress even the most difficult to stir.

1.bauhaus chessmen and board

2. year subscription to vanity fair

3. marc jacobs into the wild laptop case

4. new york city stamps

5. rosetta stone french language

6. tim burton post card set