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Books | 2012 Holiday Gift Guide

Our Books section’s picks for the bibliophilic.

Published: November 15, 2012

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Fairy Tales from the Brothers Grimm by Philip Pullman
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    Shelf portrait Featuring vibrant paintings by Jane Mount and interviews by former Paris Review editor Thessaly La Force, My Ideal Bookshelf ($24.99) showcases the favorite books of writers, musicians and other creative types. Lit lovers will enjoy dissecting their picks. Available at the Book Cellar, 4736–38 N Lincoln Ave (773-293-2665).

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    Writer’s stock Made in Chicago and inspired by agricultural memo books, Field Notes are elegantly rustic. Writers will appreciate the Field Notes Kit ($49.95), containing all the tools needed to sow their brilliant ideas. Available at fieldnotesbrand.com.

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  • Fairy Tales from the Brothers Grimm by Philip Pullman

    “Once upon a time…” revisited You’ll find “Cinderella” but also “The Girl with No Hands” in Fairy Tales from the Brothers Grimm ($27.95), Philip Pullman’s retelling of 50 wonderfully weird stories—perfect for fantasy fans and, in particular, Pullmaniacs. Available at City Lit Books, 2523 N Kedzie Blvd (773-235-2523).

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Shelf portrait Featuring vibrant paintings by Jane Mount and interviews by former Paris Review editor Thessaly La Force, My Ideal Bookshelf ($24.99) showcases the favorite books of writers, musicians and other creative types. Lit lovers will enjoy dissecting their picks. Available at the Book Cellar, 4736–38 N Lincoln Ave (773-293-2665).

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