Children's Handkerchiefs A Two Hundred Year History, by J. J. Murphy. 160 Pages. Clothbound. This extraordinary book is a wonderful example of the rich, two hundred year history of juvenile printed cloth. Over 350 colored photographs give impressive lessons on the social and educational role of children's handkerchiefs. The art of the juvenile printed cloths found in this book tell stories of religious beliefs, family life, rules, animals, crafts, fairy tails, nursery rhymes and so much more! This delightful book is also an excellent resource providing readers with information on the care of printed cloth and a complete price guide. This book is a must have for cultural historians, collectors of art and those interested in the history of textiles. The pictures are beautiful and will make you a lover of juvenile printed cloth! $39.95 (BK-1376)