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Glossary Of Garden History
- Excellent Glossary on Garden Terms Features 500+ Words
- Fully Explains & Illustrates the Terms
- Features Countless Photos in Both Black & White and Color
$20.95
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
The American Fireplace: From the 17th to the 20th Century
- A Celebration of the American Fireplace
- Illustrated with Superb Black & White Photographs
- Features Some of the Great American Fireplaces
$18.50
The Model T Ford
- Charts the Model T's Nineteen Year Evolution
- Fully Illustrated with Rare Contemporary Photos from the Ford Archives
- An Absolute Must for Any Automobile or History Buff
$8.95
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
Sailing Boats from Around The World
- Documents the State of the Sailing Arts Ca. 1900
- Great Line Drawings of Sailing Boats from Around the World
- Includes Racing Boats, Work Boats and Many More
$27.95
Gertrude Jekyll
- Informative Work on the Life & Times of Master Gardener Gertrude Jekyll
- Features Countless Beautiful Black & White Photos
- Details Her Many Great Accomplishments & Contributions to Gardening
$10.95
Nature Calls: The History, Lore, and Charm of Outhouses
- Full-Color Photographic Tour of Outhouses & Privies All Over the World
- Filled with Anecdotes, Historical Facts, Folklore, and Much More
- Will Provide a Wonderful & Amusing Browsing Book for All
$12.95
Horse Drawn Sleighs
- Second Edition
- Glossary of terms for sleighs and sleigh parts
- New section with essays on early sleighs
$29.95
Americas Lighthouses: An Illustrated History
- Celebration of the Lighthouse – a Vanishing Symbol of Security
- Describes the Founding and Operation of over 200 Famous Lights
- Will be Treasured by Anyone who has Felt the Lure and Romance of Lighthouse
$17.95
Toby and Character Jugs
- Sweeping Survey of the Development of Toby, Past to Present
- Countless Classic & Quirky Examples in Color and Black & White Photos
- Provides Useful Hints & Advice for Collectors
$10.95
December Online Auction Catalog
- Auctions to be Held December 7 & 8. 2021
- Full Color Catalogue
- Auctions End Beginning at 7:00 p.m.
$23.95
The Catalogue Of Antique Tools, Current Edition
- More Than 5000 Tools in Full Color
- Fully Indexed: America's Best Antique Tool Value Guide
- Nearly 200,000 Words of Commentary on History & Value
$25.00
20th Century Linens and Lace A Guide to Identification, Care, and Prices
- Includes Both Rare and Common Examples
- Visually Exciting and Includes Very Useful Price Guide
- Great Buy for Collectors and Interesting Read for All
$39.95
Mr. Lincoln’s Camera Man: Mathew B. Brady
- Contains Over 300 of Mathew Brady's Photographs
- Mathew Brady Was the Official Photographer for the Union Army
- Contains Several Famous Portraits of Statesmen and Celebrities
$30.95
Martin J. Donnelly Auctions, September 2019 Auction Catalogue
- Full Color Auction Catalogue
- Mailed 3 Wks Before Sale
- Photographs of all Items
$23.95
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