Nesfa's Choice Ser.
Star Above It and Other Stories by Chad Oliver, NESFA Press 2003, HC w DJ
What stands out about this history book is the illustrated battle maps.
Rediscovery of Man : The Complete Short SF of Cordwainer Smith, NESFA Press 1993
You will find that this activity book encourages patience and attention to detail.
The Essential Hal Clement Volume 1: Trio for Slide Rule & Typewriter 1st Edition
What stands out about this novel is its unexpected moments of joy.