James Cross Giblin Books

Be Seated: A Book About Chairs

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Chronicles the history, technological development, and social significance of chairs, in Europe, Africa, Asia, and the United States, from prehistory to the present.

Be Seated: A Book About Chairs

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The Truth About Unicorns

By James Giblin

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Describes the origins of the unicorn, including the real-life animals that inspired it, and the various myths told about unicorns throughout the world.

The mystery of the mammoth bones

By James Giblin

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Describes the efforts of the artist, museum curator, and self-taught paleontologist, Charles Willson Peale, to excavate, study, and display the bones of a prehistoric creature that is later named "...

The Mystery of the Mammoth Bones and How It Was Solved

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Chimney Sweeps Yesterday and Today

By James Cross Giblin

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The Riddle of the Rosetta Stone

By James Giblin, James Cross Giblin

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Describes how the discovery and deciphering of the Rosetta Stone unlocked the secret of Egyptian hieroglyphics.

The Truth About Unicorns

By James Cross Giblin

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When Plague Strikes: The Black Death, Smallpox, AIDS

By James Giblin, David Frampton, James Cross Giblin

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How to Convert ISBN-10 to ISBN-13 (and Vice Versa): A Complete Guide

If you’re in the world of books—whether as a publisher, librarian, bookseller, or avid collector—you’ve likely come across the terms ISBN-10 and ISBN-13. Understanding these formats and knowing how to convert between them is essential for maintaining consistency and compatibility in book records. In this post, we’ll cover everything you need to know about ISBN conversions, step by step.

What is an EAN and How Does it Relate to an ISBN?

If you’ve ever purchased a product online or in a store, you’ve likely come across a barcode. Behind these barcodes lies a standardized system that makes modern commerce possible. Two key codes often encountered are the EAN (European Article Number) and ISBN (International Standard Book Number). But what are they, how are they connected, and why are they so crucial? Let’s explore.