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The Shaker Legacy: Perspectives of an Enduring Tradition
- The History and Style of the Shaker Tradition
- An Exploration of the Shaker Way of Life
- Illustrated With Great Photographs of Shaker Furniture
$40.00
Enameled Kitchenware American & European
- Celebration of Enameled Ware from the late 1800's to 1940
- Includes 500+ Excellent Color Photos with Price Ranges
- Sure to Please Collectors, Dealers, Interior Designers and More.
$34.95
Early American Embroidery Designs
- Authentic Treasury of Timeless Embroidery Designs
- Includes: Stylized & Traditional Patterns, Floral Bouquets, and More
- Excellent Treasury of Needlework Inspiration
$6.95
Shaker Architecture
- Superb Photos of the Building of Every Shaker Community
- Includes a History of the Shakers and their Settlements
- Profiles of the Architecture of 16 Shaker Communities
$24.95
Potters & Potteries Of Chester County, Pennsylvania
- Updated and Enhanced Version of the Previous Sold Out Edition
- Complete Story of the Potteries and Potters of Chester County
- Contains a Wealth of Historical and Genealogical Information
$19.95
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
Old Fishing Lures & Tackle Identification & Value Guide
- Filled With Historical & Value Information
- Many Charts, Tables & Appendices
- Excellent Photographs & Illustrations
$34.95
Picture History Of Early Aviation, 1903-1913 With 307 Illustrations
- Excellent Pictorial History Chronicles the First Aviators and their Aircraf
- Contains Over 300 Excellent Vintage Photographs
- Will Thrill Legions of Readers Interested in the History and Mechanics of F
$17.95
Nantucket in the Nineteenth Century; 180 Photographs and Illustrations
- Photographs and Illustrations Depict the Look of Nantucket
- Includes Stories of the Early Inhabitants of Nantucket Island
- Explores the History of Nantucket With Views of Early Hotels and Beaches
$19.95
Engines Of Change: The American Industrial Revolution 1790-1860
- The Industrial Revolution in the New World
- Illustrated With Photographs & Early Engravings
- Covers Every Aspect of Techology and its Impact on Culture
$25.00
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about Art Materials
- Ultimate Guide through the Maze of Art Materials Available
- Comprehensive Analysis of Oil, Watercolors, Inks, Acrylics…etc.
- Beautifully Illustrated in Color – an Absolute Must for Any Artist
$27.99
New York Life at the Turn of the Century in Photographs
- Focuses on Turn-of-the-Century NYC and Captures it All
- 122 Vintage Photos of: Street Scenes, Restaurants, Hotels, Parks, etc.
- Photos Include Historical Background, Lore & Other Relevant Data
$20.95
A Genealogist’s Guide to Discovering Your English Ancestors
- Trace Generations of Your English Family History Without Leaving the U.S.
- Learn to Locate Crucial English Records, Analyze Documents, and More
- Create a Family History that Brings Your English Ancestry to Life
$18.99
Edwin Forbes Civil War Etchings
- Text & Picture Recreation of the War Through a Soldier's Eyes
- 40 Rare & Detailed Plates Depicts the Wearing Nature of the Conflict
- Includes the Artist's Factual Commentary & Additional Text
$9.95
Price Guide To Cookbooks and Recipe Leaflets
- Excellent Price Guide to Vintage Cookbooks and Recipe Leaflets
- Filled with Hundreds of Items with Description and Current Values
- Features Newer Books Expected to Develop a Market in the Future
$9.95
Traditional Arts And Crafts Of Japan
- Readers Will Be Immersed in this Fascinating Tour of Japan
- Covers: Dance, Hara-Kiri, Tea-Drinking Ceremony, Shrines & Scenery, etc.
- 200+ Exquisite Illustrations Enhance the Compelling Text
$16.95
Red Wing Stoneware; An Identification and Value Guide
- ID & Value Guide to an Increasingly Popular Collector's Item
- The Uniqueness & Variety of Red Wing Items Provide Something for Everyone
- Features 100's of Items in Full-Color, with Description and Value
$9.95
Glass In Early America
- Covers European Glass, American Glass HIstory, and More
- Illustrates & Fully Describes 400+ Stunning Glass Examples
- Features a Full-Color Section, Appendixes, Bibliography & Index
$75.00
Firearms & Tackle Memorabilia
- A Collector's Guide to a Highly Collectible Advertising Art
- Features 1000's of Items and Value Guide
- Concise and Accurate Info for Any Enthusiast or Collector
$39.95
Distillation Of Alcohol and De-Naturing
- Completely Revised and Updated 2nd Edition
- Features Brand New Information & Chapters
- Most Comprehensive Work Available on the Topic
$15.95
Metalwork In Early America
- Explores the Importance of Copper & its Alloys to Early Americans
- Illustrates & Discusses Over 300 Individual Copper Pieces
- Features Color Photos, Glossary, Bibliography and Index
$55.00