Plenty of suggestions around for kids, but let's compile a list of really special (heirloom?) books which are geared towards the older audience.
As wide a variety of subjects as possible
...whatever might help someone find an unusual gift.
The skill involved means they're not cheap, but definitely books which are always treasured and well-read.
I've had decent reductions buying 'used but like new' copies for presents.
In mint condition. You really couldn't tell they were 2nd hand.
video clips demo:
He does a Pixar smaller pop-up.
Also,
-lunar landing/ story of the space race.
(Brian May's stereoscopic viewer is a random but interesting one, too!
Features 1850s rural life scenes.
Thinking of getting it for an elderly relative, to remind her of her childhood home)
His , history of the band, looks good.
Add any you like.
