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Calculated Shard: 15 (from laksa133)

2. Crawled Status Check

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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa015.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.waterstones.com/book/the-story-of-art/eh-gombrich/9780714847030\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.waterstones.com/book/the-story-of-art/eh-gombrich/9780714847030\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.waterstones.com\/book\/the-story-of-art\/eh-gombrich\/9780714847030","crawl_time":1774024612,"first_indexed_time":1607842506,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,waterstones!www,\/book\/the-story-of-art\/eh-gombrich\/9780714847030 s443","src_root_hash":"18141230022654950415","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"The Story of Art by EH Gombrich | Waterstones","meta_descriptions":["Buy The Story of Art by EH Gombrich from Waterstones today! Click and Collect from your local Waterstones or get FREE UK delivery on orders over £25."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"zoom\nPrice:\n£17.95\nPaperback\n1064\nPages\nPublished:\n01\/01\/2006\nNotify me when available\nStay one step ahead and let us notify you when this item is next available to order.\n×\nEmail me when available\nEnter your email below and we will notify you when this item is next available to order.\nThe Story of Art (Paperback)\n£17.95\nThank you\nwe will contact you when this item is next available to order\nThe Story of Art\n, one of the most famous and popular books on art ever written, has been a world bestseller for over half a century. Attracted by the simplicity and clarity of his writing, readers of all ages and backgrounds have found in Professor Gombrich a true master, who combines knowledge and wisdom with a unique gift for communicating his deep love of the subject.\nFor this new, compact edition \nThe Story of Art \nhas been completely redesigned, giving a fresh perspective to Gombrich’s well-loved text. The illustrations, collected together in a separate section towards the back of the book for easy reference, vividly illustrate the lively and engaging narrative and are in colour throughout.\nThe Story of Art \nhas always been admired for two key qualities: it is a pleasure to read and a pleasure to handle. In these respects the pocket edition is no exception, combining smoothly flowing text with a clear, simple design in a convenient and accessible format. The new edition allows this classic work to continue its triumphant progress for another generation, and to remain the title of first choice for all newcomers to art.\nPublisher information\nPublisher:\nPhaidon Press Ltd\nISBN:\n9780714847030\nNumber of pages:\n1064\nDimensions:\n186\nx\n110\nx\n38\nmm\nWeight:\n705 g\nLanguage:\nEnglish\nEdition:\nPocket Format\nMEDIA REVIEWS\n'a book to slip into your pocket and dip into on a journey. It remains a delight to read.' The Good Book Guide\n'… beautifully designed' Frank Whitford, The Sunday Times\n'Anyone looking for the most readable survey of the history of art from the [sic] cave paintings to the 20th century should buy the new, beautifully produced pocket edition of The Story of Art, still one of the great classics of art criticism.' 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Attracted by the simplicity and clarity of his writing, readers of all ages and backgrounds have found in Professor Gombrich a true master, who combines knowledge and wisdom with a unique gift for communicating his deep love of the subject.\n\nFor this new, compact edition *The Story of Art* has been completely redesigned, giving a fresh perspective to Gombrich’s well-loved text. The illustrations, collected together in a separate section towards the back of the book for easy reference, vividly illustrate the lively and engaging narrative and are in colour throughout.\n\n*The Story of Art* has always been admired for two key qualities: it is a pleasure to read and a pleasure to handle. In these respects the pocket edition is no exception, combining smoothly flowing text with a clear, simple design in a convenient and accessible format. The new edition allows this classic work to continue its triumphant progress for another generation, and to remain the title of first choice for all newcomers to art.\n\n## Publisher information\n*Publisher: Phaidon Press Ltd*   \n *ISBN: 9780714847030*   \n *Number of pages: 1064*   \n *Dimensions: 186 x 110 x 38 mm*   \n *Weight: 705 g*   \n *Language: English*   \n *Edition: Pocket Format*\n***\nMEDIA REVIEWS\n\n'a book to slip into your pocket and dip into on a journey. It remains a delight to read.' The Good Book Guide\n\n'… beautifully designed' Frank Whitford, The Sunday Times\n\n'Anyone looking for the most readable survey of the history of art from the \\[sic\\] cave paintings to the 20th century should buy the new, beautifully produced pocket edition of The Story of Art, still one of the great classics of art criticism.' The Independent\n\n'Phaidon, the book's publisher, has managed to give downsizing a good name by printing 'Story of Art' in a pocket edition…the pleasing proportions of this edition are a marvel of compactness.’ The Boston Globe\n\n'There is something seductive about holding all of art history in one hand, and the designers have pulled it off.' Art and Auction\n\n*The Story of Art*, one of the most famous and popular books on art ever written, has been a world bestseller for over half a century. Attracted by the simplicity and clarity of his writing, readers of all ages and backgrounds have found in Professor Gombrich a true master, who combines knowledge and wisdom with a unique gift for communicating his deep love of the subject.\n\nFor this new, compact edition *The Story of Art* has been completely redesigned, giving a fresh perspective to Gombrich’s well-loved text. The illustrations, collected together in a separate section towards the back of the book for easy reference, vividly illustrate the lively and engaging narrative and are in colour throughout.\n\n*The Story of Art* has always been admired for two key qualities: it is a pleasure to read and a pleasure to handle. In these respects the pocket edition is no exception, combining smoothly flowing text with a clear, simple design in a convenient and accessible format. The new edition allows this classic work to continue its triumphant progress for another generation, and to remain the title of first choice for all newcomers to art.\n\n## Publisher information\n*Publisher: Phaidon Press Ltd*   \n *ISBN: 9780714847030*   \n *Number of pages: 1064*   \n *Dimensions: 186 x 110 x 38 mm*   \n *Weight: 705 g*   \n *Language: English*   \n *Edition: Pocket Format*\n***\nMEDIA REVIEWS\n\n'a book to slip into your pocket and dip into on a journey. It remains a delight to read.' 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Attracted by the simplicity and clarity of his writing, readers of all ages and backgrounds have found in Professor Gombrich a true master, who combines knowledge and wisdom with a unique gift for communicating his deep love of the subject.\n\nFor this new, compact edition *The Story of Art* has been completely redesigned, giving a fresh perspective to Gombrich’s well-loved text. The illustrations, collected together in a separate section towards the back of the book for easy reference, vividly illustrate the lively and engaging narrative and are in colour throughout.\n\n*The Story of Art* has always been admired for two key qualities: it is a pleasure to read and a pleasure to handle. In these respects the pocket edition is no exception, combining smoothly flowing text with a clear, simple design in a convenient and accessible format. 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Boilerpipe Text	zoom Price: £17.95 Paperback 1064 Pages Published: 01/01/2006 Notify me when available Stay one step ahead and let us notify you when this item is next available to order. × Email me when available Enter your email below and we will notify you when this item is next available to order. The Story of Art (Paperback) £17.95 Thank you we will contact you when this item is next available to order The Story of Art , one of the most famous and popular books on art ever written, has been a world bestseller for over half a century. Attracted by the simplicity and clarity of his writing, readers of all ages and backgrounds have found in Professor Gombrich a true master, who combines knowledge and wisdom with a unique gift for communicating his deep love of the subject. For this new, compact edition The Story of Art has been completely redesigned, giving a fresh perspective to Gombrich’s well-loved text. The illustrations, collected together in a separate section towards the back of the book for easy reference, vividly illustrate the lively and engaging narrative and are in colour throughout. The Story of Art has always been admired for two key qualities: it is a pleasure to read and a pleasure to handle. In these respects the pocket edition is no exception, combining smoothly flowing text with a clear, simple design in a convenient and accessible format. The new edition allows this classic work to continue its triumphant progress for another generation, and to remain the title of first choice for all newcomers to art. Publisher information Publisher: Phaidon Press Ltd ISBN: 9780714847030 Number of pages: 1064 Dimensions: 186 x 110 x 38 mm Weight: 705 g Language: English Edition: Pocket Format MEDIA REVIEWS 'a book to slip into your pocket and dip into on a journey. It remains a delight to read.' The Good Book Guide '… beautifully designed' Frank Whitford, The Sunday Times 'Anyone looking for the most readable survey of the history of art from the [sic] cave paintings to the 20th century should buy the new, beautifully produced pocket edition of The Story of Art, still one of the great classics of art criticism.' The Independent 'Phaidon, the book's publisher, has managed to give downsizing a good name by printing 'Story of Art' in a pocket edition…the pleasing proportions of this edition are a marvel of compactness.’ The Boston Globe 'There is something seductive about holding all of art history in one hand, and the designers have pulled it off.' Art and Auction Show more You may also be interested in... Added to basket Paperback Recommended Retail Price: £12.99 Price: £10.99 Added to basket Hardback Price: £25.00 Added to basket Paperback Price: £12.99 Added to basket Hardback Price: £16.99 Added to basket Notebook / blank book Price: £7.99 Added to basket Paperback Recommended Retail Price: £18.99 Price: £16.99 Added to basket Notebook / blank book Price: £5.99 Added to basket Hardback Price: £14.99 Added to basket Notebook / blank book Price: £10.99 Added to basket Hardback Price: £25.00 Added to basket Notebook / blank book Price: £5.99 Added to basket Hardback Price: £40.00 Added to basket Paperback Price: £12.99 Added to basket Paperback Price: £32.00 Added to basket Paperback Price: £12.99 Added to basket Hardback Price: £40.00 This is a beautiful book but I'd recommend buying the hardback. The paperback has what would barely constitute a cover, and the pages are almost transparent for the text (although the colour plates fortunately... More Please sign in to write a review Your review has been submitted successfully. × Download the Waterstones App Would you like to proceed to the App store to download the Waterstones App? × Click & Collect Reserve online, pay on collection. Reservations are held for 5 days. Thank you for your reservation Your order is now being processed and we have sent a confirmation email to you at Price: This item can be requested from the shops shown below. When will my order be ready to collect? Following the initial email, you will be contacted by the shop to confirm that your item is available for collection. Call us on or send us an email at Unfortunately there has been a problem with your order Please try again or alternatively you can contact your chosen shop on or send us an email at
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Attracted by the simplicity and clarity of his writing, readers of all ages and backgrounds have found in Professor Gombrich a true master, who combines knowledge and wisdom with a unique gift for communicating his deep love of the subject. For this new, compact edition The Story of Art has been completely redesigned, giving a fresh perspective to Gombrich’s well-loved text. The illustrations, collected together in a separate section towards the back of the book for easy reference, vividly illustrate the lively and engaging narrative and are in colour throughout. The Story of Art has always been admired for two key qualities: it is a pleasure to read and a pleasure to handle. In these respects the pocket edition is no exception, combining smoothly flowing text with a clear, simple design in a convenient and accessible format. The new edition allows this classic work to continue its triumphant progress for another generation, and to remain the title of first choice for all newcomers to art. ## Publisher information Publisher: Phaidon Press Ltd ISBN: 9780714847030 Number of pages: 1064 Dimensions: 186 x 110 x 38 mm Weight: 705 g Language: English Edition: Pocket Format *** MEDIA REVIEWS 'a book to slip into your pocket and dip into on a journey. It remains a delight to read.' The Good Book Guide '… beautifully designed' Frank Whitford, The Sunday Times 'Anyone looking for the most readable survey of the history of art from the \[sic\] cave paintings to the 20th century should buy the new, beautifully produced pocket edition of The Story of Art, still one of the great classics of art criticism.' The Independent 'Phaidon, the book's publisher, has managed to give downsizing a good name by printing 'Story of Art' in a pocket edition…the pleasing proportions of this edition are a marvel of compactness.’ The Boston Globe 'There is something seductive about holding all of art history in one hand, and the designers have pulled it off.' Art and Auction The Story of Art, one of the most famous and popular books on art ever written, has been a world bestseller for over half a century. Attracted by the simplicity and clarity of his writing, readers of all ages and backgrounds have found in Professor Gombrich a true master, who combines knowledge and wisdom with a unique gift for communicating his deep love of the subject. For this new, compact edition The Story of Art has been completely redesigned, giving a fresh perspective to Gombrich’s well-loved text. The illustrations, collected together in a separate section towards the back of the book for easy reference, vividly illustrate the lively and engaging narrative and are in colour throughout. The Story of Art has always been admired for two key qualities: it is a pleasure to read and a pleasure to handle. In these respects the pocket edition is no exception, combining smoothly flowing text with a clear, simple design in a convenient and accessible format. The new edition allows this classic work to continue its triumphant progress for another generation, and to remain the title of first choice for all newcomers to art. ## Publisher information Publisher: Phaidon Press Ltd ISBN: 9780714847030 Number of pages: 1064 Dimensions: 186 x 110 x 38 mm Weight: 705 g Language: English Edition: Pocket Format * MEDIA REVIEWS 'a book to slip into your pocket and dip into on a journey. It remains a delight to read.' The Good Book Guide '… beautifully designed' Frank Whitford, The Sunday Times 'Anyone looking for the most readable survey of the history of art from the \[sic\] cave paintings to the 20th century should buy the new, beautifully produced pocket edition of The Story of Art, still one of the great classics of art criticism.' The Independent 'Phaidon, the book's publisher, has managed to give downsizing a good name by printing 'Story of Art' in a pocket edition…the pleasing proportions of this edition are a marvel of compactness.’ The Boston Globe 'There is something seductive about holding all of art history in one hand, and the designers have pulled it off.' Art and Auction Show more ## You may also be interested in... 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Readable Markdown	![The Story of Art (Paperback)](https://cdn.waterstones.com/bookjackets/large/9780/7148/9780714847030.jpg) - ![The Story of Art (Paperback)](https://cdn.waterstones.com/bookjackets/large/9780/7148/9780714847030.jpg) zoom Price: £17.95 Paperback 1064 Pages Published: 01/01/2006 Notify me when available Stay one step ahead and let us notify you when this item is next available to order. [×](https://www.waterstones.com/book/the-story-of-art/eh-gombrich/9780714847030) ### Email me when available Enter your email below and we will notify you when this item is next available to order. ![The Story of Art (Paperback)](https://cdn.waterstones.com/bookjackets/small/9780/7148/9780714847030.jpg) The Story of Art (Paperback) £17.95 Thank you we will contact you when this item is next available to order The Story of Art, one of the most famous and popular books on art ever written, has been a world bestseller for over half a century. Attracted by the simplicity and clarity of his writing, readers of all ages and backgrounds have found in Professor Gombrich a true master, who combines knowledge and wisdom with a unique gift for communicating his deep love of the subject. For this new, compact edition The Story of Art has been completely redesigned, giving a fresh perspective to Gombrich’s well-loved text. The illustrations, collected together in a separate section towards the back of the book for easy reference, vividly illustrate the lively and engaging narrative and are in colour throughout. The Story of Art has always been admired for two key qualities: it is a pleasure to read and a pleasure to handle. In these respects the pocket edition is no exception, combining smoothly flowing text with a clear, simple design in a convenient and accessible format. The new edition allows this classic work to continue its triumphant progress for another generation, and to remain the title of first choice for all newcomers to art. ## Publisher information Publisher: Phaidon Press Ltd ISBN: 9780714847030 Number of pages: 1064 Dimensions: 186 x 110 x 38 mm Weight: 705 g Language: English Edition: Pocket Format * MEDIA REVIEWS 'a book to slip into your pocket and dip into on a journey. It remains a delight to read.' The Good Book Guide '… beautifully designed' Frank Whitford, The Sunday Times 'Anyone looking for the most readable survey of the history of art from the \[sic\] cave paintings to the 20th century should buy the new, beautifully produced pocket edition of The Story of Art, still one of the great classics of art criticism.' The Independent 'Phaidon, the book's publisher, has managed to give downsizing a good name by printing 'Story of Art' in a pocket edition…the pleasing proportions of this edition are a marvel of compactness.’ The Boston Globe 'There is something seductive about holding all of art history in one hand, and the designers have pulled it off.' Art and Auction Show more ## You may also be interested in... 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