Dan Foley

'A Gentleman's War' is a simple game involving toy soldiers of the classic style. It is a relaxed and relaxing game, where enough depends on the turn of a card and the roll of a handful of dice to say that our disasters are pure chance, but enough cunning decision-making to claim our victories as acts of brilliant generalship. Our model soldiers are very brave, obedient, and generally do what we want them to. Players are expected to behave in a friendly manner, and conduct themselves as gentlemen (or ladies, as is appropriate). There are lots of six-sided dice, saving rolls, proper distances in inches, and a general sense that there ought to be salmon-and-cucumber sandwiches and tea, or beer.

When Pierce Chambers accepts a challenge to spend a month alone in the woods of Maine, he thinks he'll be the only one out there. What he doesn't know, is that Michael Peck has no intention of letting him complete the challenge. Peck sets up camp nearby and does everything he can to scare Chambers into quitting. But Peck doesn't know they're not the only ones in the woods ...

O little town of Deathlehem, Within you death doth lie Beneath thy deep and rutted streets Tormented souls do cry. Yet in your dark streets shineth A cold and ghostly light. The fears and tears of all the years Are met in thee tonight. Well, here we are again, folks - Deathlehem ... ... where Krampus isn't the only creature to fear when the holiday draws near... ... where holiday treats aren't safe to eat ... ... where not even the apocalypse will keep people from celebrating the holiday ... ... where even Chanukah isn't safe to celebrate ... Twenty-five more tales of holiday horror to benefit The Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation

Toys Through The Ages: Dan Foley's Story of Playthings Filled with History, Folklore, Romance and Nostalgia is a comprehensive book that explores the evolution of toys throughout history. Written by Dan Foley, a toy collector and historian, the book takes readers on a journey through time, showcasing the most popular toys of each era and providing insight into the cultural, social, and economic factors that influenced their design and popularity. From ancient Egyptian dolls to modern-day action figures, Toys Through The Ages covers a wide range of toys, including board games, puzzles, dolls, trains, cars, and more. Each chapter is dedicated to a specific era and includes detailed descriptions and colorful photographs of the toys that were popular during that time. In addition to exploring the history of toys, the book also delves into the folklore and mythology surrounding certain toys, such as the teddy bear and Barbie. Foley also shares personal anecdotes and memories of playing with toys as a child, adding a sense of nostalgia and warmth to the book. Overall, Toys Through The Ages: Dan Foley's Story of Playthings Filled with History, Folklore, Romance and Nostalgia is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of toys and their cultural significance. It is an engaging and informative book that will appeal to both toy collectors and casual readers alike. This is a new release of the original 1962 edition. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.