Library Sale

I mentioned last week that we were going to hit the Camden library sale. Two years ago we went with pocket change and came away with bags and bags of books. This year-being a little better off- we came with a little more money-but went away with few books.

One of the problems is that we got there late. The library sale opens Thursday night for "Friends of the Library" only, and then at 10:00 AM on Friday morning til 5:00 PM for the public. (It is also open on Saturday.) Two years ago we got there in the late morning on Friday. This year we arrived at 4:00 PM on Friday afternoon. So I think alot of the good stuff was gone. Never-the-less we did come away with a few things....

This first one (Christmas Religious Art) I scooped up immediately. We had this book in our house as a child. There is no text except the Gloria on the middle pages. The paintings are full-page. About half the paintings are by George Hinke. He might not be a household name, but I'm betting that if you saw some of his Santa Claus paintings/illustrations, you would recognize them. The book was published by Ideals Magazine-which utilized Mr. Hinke's work quite a bit.

Here is a sample of a painting included in the collection not by Hinke, but by Ludwig Kraus.

I also picked up a book on selling and marketing crafts-I am a sucker for such books, although I have never actually put it into practice.

I bought a book called, "The Art and Science of Taking to the Woods." After spending an hour or so with it, I was not too impressed. It recommends taking your food into your tent unless you are in bear country. I think that is irresponsible and begging for racoons and other wildlife into your tent. It is also has you burying your trash instead of taking it out with you. I'm sure there are some good tips, but clearly it is dated.

One son bought me a book with tips on hunting and fishing is South Carolina. Some of the content I can tell already is very valuable especially in going after bream during the different seasons. I like catching and eating bream more than any other fish.

A couple of the boys bought books on card games. One got a WWII officer's manual. I think Mrs. Curley got a square dance book (with directions, music for songs, and calling instructions.) This may be book we get the most use out of! I think she also got at least one gardening book. I am not sure how many Christmas presents were found (I found one).

We had fun, but wish we had more time and a better selection.

Now back to work.