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Welsh Pottery
- Covers the Many Different Types of Pottery
- Discusses the Manufacture of Ceramics in Wales
- Illustrations Help Establish Design Trends and Influences
$10.95
Falconry
- In-Depth Study of this Skillful & Demanding Sport
- Covers the History, Falconry Today, Equipment, Birds, and More
- Features an Abundance of Black & White Photos that Highlight the Text
$8.95
The Slate Industry
- In-Depth Look at the Once Great Slate Industry
- Covers What Slate Is, Its Uses, History of Development, and Much More
- Features Countless Vintage Photos of the Industry at Work
$8.95
Sweets and Sweet Shops
- Learn How Sweet Shops Have Changed Throughout the Decades
- Numeous Vintage Photos Lend a Nostalgic Air
- An Absolute Must for Any Sweet Tooth!
$8.95
The Victorian Workhouse
- Illustrated History of the Victorian Workhouse & Those Who Lived There
- Looks at the Design & Construction, Workhouse Life & Routine, and More
- Numerous Vintage Photos Help Paint the Bleak Story of the Workhouse
$8.95
Antique Jewellery
- Guide To Examining and Understanding Antique Jewellery
- Describes Tradtional Metals, and the Cuts and Sets of Traditional Gemstones
- Written by an Expert Jewellery Designer
$24.95
Old Radio Sets
- In-Depth Look at the Complete Evolution of the Radio
- Illustrates Many Rare & Unusual Sets in Clear Black & White Photos
- Informative & Nostalgic Look Back Into History
$10.95
Snuff
- Definitive Work on Snuff & Snuff Accessories
- Covers the History of Snuff, Accessories, Why One Should Take Snuff, Etc.
- Features Many Fascinating Vintage Black & White Photos
$8.95
Biscuit Tins
- Fascinating Introduction to Biscuit Tins & Guide for Collectors
- Covers Design, Decorative Techniques & the Companies Who Made them
- Numerous Color and Black & White Photos Depict the Wide Variety of Tins
$9.95
Samplers
- Outlines the Long & Extensive History of Samplers
- Features Numerous Samplers in Black & White and Color Photos
- Contains Examples of Long, Darning, Map, School, Stitch, etc.
$10.95
Early Electric Trains
- Account of the Long and Fascinating History of Electric Trains
- Filled with Period Photos Accompanied by Detailed Captions
- Covers the First Electric Trains, Developments, Technology, and More
$8.50
Old Trolleybuses
- Traces the Fascinating History of the Trolleybus
- Numerous Black & White Photos Depict the Wide Array of Trolleybuses
- Details the Current Situation of the Trolleybus Today
$8.95
Pewter
- Traces the History of Pewter Manufacture in Britain
- Describes the Alloys Used, Methods of Working Pewter & Objects Produced
- Superbly Illustrated with Clear Black & White Photos
$8.95
Victorian Cartes-de-Visite
- Introduction to World of Carte-de-Viste Photos & the Legacy they Left
- Countless Examples Illustrate Every Aspect of Victorian Life
- Will be of Great Interest to Collects & Victorian Era Enthusiasts
$18.95
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
Thimbles And Thimble Cases
- Opens a Door to the Charm of the Thimble
- Beautifully Illustrated in Color & Covers All Aspects of the Thimble
- Includes Valuable Tips & Tricks for the Collector
$11.95
Ironworking
- Description of How Iron & Steel has Been Made from Past to Present
- Features Black & White Photos and Informative Illustrations & Diagrams
- Covers Various Forms of Iron, Origins & Early Processes, Steel, etc.
$8.95
Smoking Antiques
- Valuable Reference and is Told from a Collector's Point of View
- Covers Tobacco Boxes, Matches, Lighters, Cigars, Ephemera, and More
- Also Includes the Fascinating Story of Tobacco
$8.95
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
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
Marble Clocks
- Illustrated Guide to Collectible Marble Clocks & Their Workings
- Covers the Casework, Mechanisms, Makers, Markings & Logos…etc.
- Features a Section on Collecting & Numerous Detailed Black & White Photos
$8.95
Spinning and Spinning Wheels
- Traces the Development & Principles of the Spinning Wheel
- Superbly Illustrated with Numerous Black & White Photos
- Provides Insight Into the Tools of a Traditional Domestic Skill
$8.95
Water and Wind Power
- Chronicles its Evolution from its Origins to the 20th Century
- Fully Illustrated with Detailed Black & White Photos, Diagrams & Engravings
- Features an Informative Glossary and Index
$18.95
Discovering Antique Maps
- Introduction to the History & Many-Sided Interests of Early Mapmaking
- Features Countless Detailed Black & White Illustrations
- Contains Early Maps, Map Oddities, Town Plans & Views…etc.
$15.95