Gnomes is the product of Rien Poortvliet and Wil Huygen's observation of the local gnome population in Holland. Until Gnomes was first published in Dutch in 1976, these friendly nocturnal creatures were only represented in folk lore; descriptions were often incomplete or simply inaccurate. Poortvliet and Huygen, having studied and interviewed gnomes for two decades, set out to fill this gap with their own encyclopedic tome.

Gnomes

Arts & Photography

Huygen, Wil

History & Criticism

New English Library Ltd.

Pop-up pictures with movable parts and text describe the daily life of a gnome as he works, plays, and interacts with animals.

The Pop-up Book of Gnomes

POORTVLIET, Rien

Harry N.Abrams, Inc.

A single volume combines Gnomes and Secrets of the Gnomes, featuring a myriad of gnome lore, history, and lifestyles, along with drawings that record the full details of gnomes' lives.

The Complete Gnomes

Humor & Entertainment

Humor

The delightful classic Gnomes has been repackaged in this exceptional collector's edition to celebrate the 35th anniversary of this magical book. The beloved Gnomes was first published in 1976 and the world became enchanted with the simple and diligent ways of these special creatures. Based on Rien Poortvliet and Wil Huygen's scientific observation of the local gnome population in Holland, Gnomes covers all areas of gnome culture: architecture, education, courtship, medicine, industry, and relationships with other mythical creatures. Thirty-five years later, this beautifully illustrated book continues to bring joy to readers of all ages. This revised collector's edition of Gnomes features a new introduction, eight removable prints in a back cover envelope, and an all-new signature of never-before-published gnome sketches by artist Rien Poortvliet on distinctive sketchbook paper. Praise for Gnomes Deluxe Collector's Edition: "[The original book] sold more than a million copies and spent 56 weeks on the hardcover list before the little creatures crawled back under our collective Pet Rock. Now, an anniversary edition, published on April 1, aims to enlighten a new generation with its accounts of gnome biology (they weigh 300 grams and live an average of 400 years), gnome customs (they greet each other by rubbing noses and maintain friendly relations with rabbits), and gnome sex (which always results in twins, who live at home until age 100)." -New York Times "Gnomes is considered the definitive work on gnome culture. With a scholarly tone, it covers gnome architecture, education, medicine, courtship, and family and work life." -The Philadelphia Inquirer

Gnomes Deluxe Collector's Edition

Science Fiction & Fantasy

Fantasy

Harry N. Abrams

(Children's) Text by Wil Huygen. Illustrated by Rien Portvliet. Quarto (11 5/8 X 8 7/8). Hardcover. Original Jacket. Very Good/Very Good.

Gnomes: Color and story album

Troubador Press

A newly reissued edition of the beloved illustrated survey of gnome life, history, and lore, which has sold astronomically since its original publication in 1977 Did you know that gnome couples always have twin children? Or that a gnome is seven times as strong as a human? Do you want to hear some gossip from the gnome who knew Rembrandt? Dutch artist Rien Poortvliet's charming illustrations and physician Wil Huygen's detailed observations of the gnomes' habits, anatomy, and lifestyle are a delight for readers of all ages. Children will adore the gnome family's underground home and the constant interaction with animals; adults will appreciate the tongue-in-cheek scientific data. Gnomebody is immune to the gnomes' tremendous appeal--and a whole new generation is waiting to love them for the first time!

Children's Books

Cernunnos

Les Gnomes

QILINN

Some cover wear/creasing, name written on bottom of cover page. All other pages unmarked and intact.

Gnomi

BUR Biblioteca Univ. Rizzoli

Leven en werken van de kabouter (Dutch Edition)

VAN HOLKEMA& WARENDORF

Tomtar

Raben&Sjogren

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