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A Very Literary Holiday Wishlist
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A smattering of literary inspiration, high-quality gifts, and stocking stuffers I'd love to receive. Readers, academics, design-minded people, and people whose taste runs a little eccentric may have a perfect gift awaiting in these curated picks.
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Special Editions
 
Studious Style
 
Office Aesthetic
 
Intellect at Home
 
Winter Warmth
 
A Particular Gentleman

Special Editions

Can you imagine how good these old pages smell?

 
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OG Hogarth Press artwork!?
Virginia Woolf, The Moment and Other Essays, FIRST EDITION, Hogarth Press 1947, Maroon Cloth in Original Dust-Jacket
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That vintage green is SO beautiful and unique! Gorgeous addition to a home library.
Death Comes for the Archbishop by Willa Cather - Vintage Green Clothbound, Out of Print
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A vintage Grapes of Wrath edition in gorgeous condition
John Steinbeck The Grapes of Wrath 1967 Hardcover | Viking Press Classic Literature
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An absolutely gorgeous first-edition copy of Wharton's non-fiction work, Italian Backgrounds
1905 Edith Wharton Italian Backgrounds Margaret Armstrong Binding First Edition
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9th printing of The Grapes of Wrath. I bet it smells so good.
1939 Grapes of Wrath John Steinbeck 1st Edition 9th Printing | Viking Press
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FIRST EDITION Edith Wharton!!!! OMG!
1913 The Custom Of The Country By Edith Wharton Scribners 1st edition hardcover
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FIRST EDITION WOOLF!!!!!!!!!
The Common Reader by Virginia Woolf - First Edition
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A uniquely designed Henry James edition
Henry James in Two Volumes The Princess Casamassima and The Princess Casamassima Hardcover in slipcase
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A custom, handmade rebinding of East of Eden. Beautiful!
East of Eden by John Steinbeck- Vintage-Style Hardcover Rebind
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A 90s reader for a beloved American author
Willa Cather Reader - 1997 Hardcover, with dust jacket
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DIY KIT: learn to rebind your own copy of Steinbeck's beloved novel.
DIY Bookbinding Kit - East of Eden
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Old library books have the sweetest charm to them.
The Professor's House by Willa Cather - 1925 8th Printing Grosset and Dunlap - Ex-Library
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Vintage 1995 Book | John Steinbeck by Jay Parini
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Another stunning green vintage cover. I love the fonts, too.
Shadows on the Rock by Willa Cather: 1931 Early Edition
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I have a soft spot for old Penguin editions. This one is so nostalgic.
Vintage To The Lighthouse By Virginia Woolf - A Family Reflection Novel - English Edition from 1964
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A special collection of stories from Nebraska's favorite writer
Willa Cather Collected Short Fiction 1892-1912 Vintage Hardcover Book Nebraska Edition
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A first edition to my favorite of Cather's works (I might buy this…?!)
A Lost Lady, Willa Cather, 1923 first edition, good condition
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A beautiful vintage copy of a beloved novel by V. Woolf
Virginia Woolf “To The Lighthouse” hardcover in good vintage condition.
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An excellent price for a used collection of James's letters.
Henry James by James, Henry PB First Paperback Very Good 1990
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Vintage cover art. Swoon!!!
Orlando - by Virginia Woolf - Vintage Signet Paperback Book
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A gorgeous rebinding of a P&P paperback.
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen - Custom Rebind | Rebound Hardcover Edition Art Cover
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Special illustrated edition from 1943. Go look at the photos to see more spreads!
Special Edition Emily Bronte Book Set
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Studious Style

Eccentric, warm, and a little bit pretentious: just how I like it.

 
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A classic style to fit a book, a journal, and all your daily essentials. Timeless.
a studious bag in deep chocolate leather
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Gift a single charm with a chain necklace or bracelet. Easy, classy, and so beloved.
a stunningly simple charm
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A stunning, simple silhouette for a singular pair of readers
aviator-style readers
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An adorably satisfying (and chic) bag charm
mini purse for AirPods - bag charm
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The dark watch face with the dark leather band is so academic. Major “fall campus” energy you can wear every day.
academic-inspired leather strap watch
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The creamy color is so chic, and the oversized silhouette is perfectly cozy
a viral crewneck design
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I have bought “Ghosting” 3 times this year.
the best candles you've ever smelled
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Office Aesthetic

A little nostalgia, a little bespoke.

 
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Real art, made by real people, for real readers.
east of eden print
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The level of nostalgia and vintage energy in this unexpected gift is BEYOND.
nostalgia that turns your phone into a phone again
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The cutest stickers for envelopes, holiday cards, and journaling!
watercolor stickers from emily lex studio
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Your highlighters and pencils never looked so good.
cheetah pencil pot
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Audiobooks never sounded so good. Or so ready for a crowd.
JBL portable bluetooth speaker
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Adorable, quirky, and perfect for an eccentric & ebullient home office.
ceramic pencil pot
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A pure statement of craft and artistry that literally lights up their reading ritual
grecian bust: an irresistibly smart table lamp
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A total statement piece that elevates the tea table.
tic-tac-toe, in marble
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Bookmarks that double as reading logs. Perfect for any reader on your list.
reading log bookmark (double sided)
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It's giving Jane Eyre, in a really good way.
ceramic candlestick holder with finger loop for carrying
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Intellect at Home

For the homebody who'd rather read in their living room than the local café.

 
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Their morning coffee never looked so good.
rue glass goblets, set of 4
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A perfect landing spot for keys and trinkets in the office desk, nightstand, or entryway.
a plaid, paper-inspired trinket tray
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A truly unexpected art style for intellectual, interesting rooms
ceramic orb wall art
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The “cognac” color is really beautiful and classic.
catchall tray
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Leather. Visible stitching. Unexpected shape. A total win.
leather catchalls in two sizes
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Artsy, weird mugs for artsy, weird people on your gift list.
face mugs: custom pottery work
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Gorgeous colors. Love the unscented, non-drip option!
dripless, unscented taper candles
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I'd put 3-4 in a row along the hallway for a spooky academic aesthetic.
sunburst wall holder for tea light (or trinkets)
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Winter Warmth

Cozy, soft, and slightly elevated.

 
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For impromptu afternoon coffee, cozy reading sessions, and snowy park strolls.
knit scalloped triangle scarf in chocolate and blue
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Turn any blazer into a warmer hoodie with this knitted hood — it's so cozy!
ribbed knit hood
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A little strange, very elevated, and supremely cozy for carrying books & planners about town.
faux fur purse
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A gorgeous, handmade design for hot drinks all winter long.
vintage-inspired stoneware mugs
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I love a handmade candle!
hand-dipped candles
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The coziest, softest blanket I have ever owned!
espresso plush blanket
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A Particular Gentleman

I live with one. This is what I think he'd love this year.

 
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He's in his “timepiece” era.
the book of Rolex: coffee table book
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Eyecatching but simple and refined style.
rose gold chain necklace, for him
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Class up the beer bar with an inspired shape and craft.
antler-shaped bottle opener
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For the one who always shows up with wine recommendations.
insulated travel tote, for the wine lover
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Such a cool vibe for the nightstand or end table!
stone candlestick holders
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