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Domestic Ducks and Geese
- Describes & Illustrates Most Domestic Breeds of Ducks and Geese
- Features Aylesbury, Pekin, Call Ducks, Pilgrim & Chinese Geese…etc.
- Discusses the Keeping, Breeding, & Exhibiting of Ducks
$10.95
Blue Ribbon Techniques: Burning and Texturing Methods
- Create Carvings with Minimum Difficulty & Maximum Results
- 60 Color Plates/60 Black & White Photos
- 9" x 6", 64 PGS.
$9.95
Building The Timber Frame House: Revival of a Forgotten Craft
- A How-To Guide and An Inside-Out Look at Timber Framing
- Includes a History of the Timber Framed Building
- Illustrated with Photographs & Line Drawings
$21.95
Wrought Iron in Architecture
- Study of the Many Uses and Adaptations of Wrought Iron in Architecture
- 400 Excellent Illustrations Chronicle the Evolution and History
- Contains Numerous Examples from the 14th Century to the Present
$24.95
The Building of the Panama Canal
- Larger-Than-Life True Story of Adventure, Ordeal & Accomplishment
- 164 Magnificent Historic Photos & Well-Researched Text
- Documents Hardships, Leisure Activity, Feats & Failures, Exotic Settings…
$17.95
Lighthouses Of New England
- Details the Fascinating History of Lighthouses in New England
- Stunning Color Photos Bring the Lighthouses to Life
- Includes Info on Architecture, Daily Life of Keepers, Maintenance, etc.
$29.95
Catalog of the Society des Beaux Arts, Paris
- Index Features Original Values
- 1100 Photos & Drawings
- 11" x 8 1/2", 94 PGS.
$19.95
Elementary Wrought Iron
- Shows the Exciting Possibilities of Metal Work as an Industrial-Arts Subjec
- Features Descriptions of 24 Operations and 50+ Practical and Useful Project
- Great for Teachers, Wrought Iron Enthusiasts & anyone Looking for a Great B
$12.95
Working Oxen
- Examines the Importance of the Work of Oxen Throughout History
- Describes and Illustrates Types of Ox Yokes, Shoes, and Housing
- Fills in the Forgotten Importance of Working Oxen
$9.95
54 3-D Scroll Saw Patterns
- Features 54 New Patterns to Transform Into Wonderful Creations
- 54 Patterns Plus A Color Photo Gallery
- 8 1/2" x 11", 48 PGS.
$12.95
Build A Classic Timber-framed House
- Complete Instructions on Building a Timber-Framed House
- Follows the Traditional "Hall-and-Parlor" Home Design
- Build a House Able To Meet the Needs of any Growing Family
$21.95
The Railroad Station: an Arch. History
- Chronicles the Evolution of the Railroad Station
- 230+ Superb Illustrations Bring To Life Its Fascinating Story
- A Great Cavalcade of Architecture
$19.95
Philadelphia Theaters a Pictorial Architectural History
- Illustrates the Architectural History of Americas Former Theatrical Capital
- Includes Over One Hundred Photographs and Drawings
- Documents the Varied Architecture of Theatres from 1766 to 1900
$19.95
Philadelphia Then And Now
- 60 Sites Photographed in the Past and Present
- Includes an Informative Introduction & Extensive Captions
- See City Hall, Logan Square, the Betsy Ross House, Shubert Theatre, etc.
$16.95
Decorative Leadwork
- All About the Timeless and Beautiful Unsung Craft Tradition
- Features Countless Clear Black & White Photos of Beautiful Examples
- Covers Ancient Leadwork, Artifacts & Statues, Ornate Cisterns, & More
$8.95
The Belleville Thresher
- 1891 Reprint Covering Jumbo Engines, Belleville Threshers & Straw-Stackers
- Includes Numerous Detailed Diagrams and Illustrations
- Filled with Information Any Antique Farm Equipment or Engine Buff Can Use
$7.95
Wood Burning with Sue Waters
- Details All the Woodburning Techniques & Tools
- 250 Color Photos/patterns
- 8 1/2" x 11", 64 PGS.
$12.95
Field Guide To New England Barns
- Definitive Text on New England Barns
- Covers Structure, Traditions, and Innovations
- Invaluable in Understanding the Story Behind these Artifacts
$19.95
Castles: Their Construction & History
- Traces the History of the Castle from its Ancient Roots to the 16th Century
- Profusely Illustrated – Takes Reader on a Tour of over 120 Famous Castles
- Explains Every Feature of Construction
$13.95
Victorian Houses: A Treasury of Lesser-Known Examples
- Introduces the Reader to Lesser-Known Victorian Architecture
- Includes Excellent Photography Accompanied by Incisive Commentaries
- Includes the Many Styles and Types of Victorian Homes
$17.95
Washington, D.C., Then and Now
- 69 Sites Shown in Detailed Black & White Photos, Past & Present
- Features Captions Brimming with Authentic Historic Detail
- Shows: Capitol in Various Stages, White House, Pennsylvania Ave., etc.
$24.95
The ChaseEra: 1933 & 1942 Catalogs of the Chase Brass & Copper Co.
- Includes Values & Full Inventory Information
- 149 Photos
- 8 1/2" x 11", 128 PGS.
$29.95
The Flute
- Complete History & Development of One of the Most Beautiful Instruments
- Contains Numerous Detailed Vintage and Black & White Photos
- Features Informative Sections on How Flutes Work, Eccentric Flutes, & More
$8.95