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The History of Tools
Browse Martin J. Donnelly reference books by topic, trade, collecting category, and historical interest.
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A Concise History Of Photography
- Account of the Discovery & Subsequent Devolpment of Photography
- Over 280 Stunning Photos, with 26 In Color, Enhance the Text
- Widely Considered the Finest One-Volume Work on Photography
$23.95
Brass Instruments Their History and Development
- Enjoyable, Detailed History & Evolution of Brass Instruments
- Revised & Updated Version With 140+ Illus. & 48 Music Examples
- Covers the Primitive, Medieval & Renaissance era, 19th Century, etc.
$17.95
The Catalogue of Antique Tools, 1999 Edition
- The Greatest Antique Tool Catalogue of All Time
- 6,662 Tools–All Photographed in Full Color & Described
- Guaranteed to Pay for Itself
$25.00
Neat And Tidy – Boxes & Contents
- Comprehensive Study of Pre-Civil War Boxes
- Beautifully Illustrated in Both Color and Black & White
- A Must-Read for any Collector or Fan of Antique Boxes
$19.95
The Story Of Antique Needlework Tools
- Needlework Tools from the Simple to the Sumptuous
- Needles, Bodkins, Thimbles, Bobbins, Tapes & More
- A Great Reference for the Serious or Novice Collector
$47.96
Colt’s Single Action Army Revolver
- Includes Fascinating Stories of the Legend & Romance of the Peacemaker
- Features Collecting Tips & Techniques
- Filled with Detailed Photos, Including Color Section
$24.99
The Story Of The Thimble
- The Story of the Thimble from Ancient Egypt to Today
- More Than 2000 Thimbles Illustrated in Full Color
- Includes Value Information for Collectors
$49.95
Evolution Of A Tractor
- Compilation of Accounts from Exceutives of the Int'l Harvester Company
- Chronicles the Evolution of Larger Tractors to Smaller Tractors
- Illustrated with Numerous Vintage Photos
$13.95
Planemakers Of Western Pennsylvania and Environs
- A Superb Regional History of Western Pennsylvania
- Great Color & Black & White Photographs
- Captures the Spirit of the Age
$19.95
A History Of The Eagle Manufacturing Company
- Complete History of the Eagle Manufacturing Company
- Chapters Include: Gas Engine & Tractor Devlopment, the Final Years, etc.
- Filled with Dozens of Vintage Photos, Illustrations & Diagrams
$14.95