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 The Genteel Tradition: Nine Essays by George Santayana $14.95 George Santayana probably did more than anyone except Alexis de Tocqueville to shape the critical view of American culture. The great Spanish philosopher and writer coined the phrase "genteel tradition", introducing it to a California audience in 1911. That address appears in this collection of nine essays touching on American idealism and materialism and American endeavor, sacred and profane.  Antiqued Rose Treasure Box $29.33 A genteel ornament for any room, this ornate golden box displays a lush blooming Victorian-style rose and a carefully carved handle and feet. Ceramic. For decorative purposes only. 12 1/2" x 7 1/8" x 8 3/4" high  London Symphony Orchestra, Vols. 1 & 2 $64.99 Japanese reissue of 1995 album, packaged in 2 miniature LP sleeves. Videoarts. 2002. |
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