Antiques & Collectibles - Americana

The Ladies' Book of Etiquette and Manual of Politeness by Florence Hartley. A complete hand book for the use of the lady in polite society. Etiquette is a code of behavior that delineates expectations for social behavior according to contemporary conventional norms within a...

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1900 Edition.Author: Virginia Frazer BoyleISBN-10: 1498012884ISBN-13: 9781498012881Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 284Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.84lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.60d

Over 13,000 years ago ... those ancient people in North America at the end of the Ice Age were already using almost every source of good knapping stone which we know about today. How could the "Clovis" culture possibly be the first people on...

This work follows the Bianchi Family's move to Victoria, Texas from 1881 -1885, with a focus on Paul and Joe Bianchi, makers of the very collectible Hand-Forged Bianchi Spurs & Bits. It includes many photographs of the family and early advertisements of the Bianchi...

The contour Coca-Cola bottle is the most recognized package created by man. It has been called an international icon and one of the most significant artifacts of the twentieth century. Of everything that has been written about The Coca-Cola Company, the one error of...

The personal objects left behind by the Civil War soldier are small windows which allow us to get a brief glimpse into the most momentous part of his life. When I came across an item to use in this book - what we might...

Kahuna's Katalog of Boy Scout Literature is the third and final volume in the collection of research which cataloged the hundreds of variations of associated literature published by the Boy Scouts of America from 1910-2002. This guide outlines historical information including the history of...

"The problem with intellectuals is they try to impress people who don't matter."Cultured Grugs: Dispatches from America in Collapse is a selection of essays by John "Borzoi" Chapman written since 2018, including pieces publishing in The American Sun and on his blog, Race Borz,...

From A is for Aardvark--"We're not allowed to tell you anything about Winston cigarettes, so here's a stuffed aardvark"--to Z is for Zippo, the iconic American lighter, The Cigarette Book is the ultimate souvenir and celebration of the dying art of smoking. Encyclopedic in...

Embrace the simple life and bring a kick-up-your-feet, linger-a-little-longer feeling to your home. Step inside 20 beautifully-designed homes and discover how to create the cozy and practical country vibe. This collection of classic and modern farmhouses inspires easy and comfortable living in every room....

"ARROWHEAD Gems of the Pacific Northwest" -- For several generations those of us who have been privileged to grow up in the Pacific Northwest have also been able to discover the lasting evidence of those many ancient cultures which first pioneered human occupation and...

Crowned the "godfather of pop surrealism," Mark Ryden is followed and adored by millions of fans. Contained in this set are 24 collector postcards of his most famous paintings.Author: Mark RydenISBN-10: 237495000XISBN-13: 9782374950006Publisher: CernunnosLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/01/2016Format: OtherWeight: 1.10lbsSize: 9.40h x 6.40w x 0.80dNot available...

Written in the context of the unstable political and ecclesiastical situation after Charles II's Restoration in 1660, this autobiographical work of the well-loved mystic and poet, Thomas Traherne, explores the vocation of a minister through self-scrutiny and theological speculation. Considering how to reconcile these...

The building that is home to the Presidents has gone through tremendous changes over the 221 years of its history. The burning by the British in 1814 resulted in the first complete rebuilding of its interior. In 1902 Teddy Roosevelt remodeled the whole ground...

Montana: A Paper Trail is a story of two journeys. Thomas Minckler has spent a half century on a journey to collect 19th- and early 20th-century letters and documents, vintage photographs, rare books, paintings and sketches, and territorial imprints on Montana and the northern...

Step back into the roaring twenties with the iconic American retailer Sears, Roebuck and Co. This facsimile of the rare 1923 "Thrift Book of a Nation" catalog embraces the thrift aesthetic -- products of good value meeting practical needs -- and offers a nostalgic...

Rediscover every toy and prize you ever pulled out of a Cracker Jack box in this wonderful guide Comprehensive in scope, toys from the late nineteenth century on up to the 1990s are recorded, representing a major contribution to the expanding Cracker Jack collecting...

This book is made up of many snakes. This book has pictures of different snakes where you can recognize the snakes and make different colors. There are pictures of all kinds of snakes, big and small. It is a strange book of snakesAuthor: Juli...

Brooklyn vintage Ads is a 17-volume set of ads from the 20th century(late 1800's to 1950), Great for the Brooklyn history buff or advertiser in your life, get a glimpse back on a lot of new inventions and products, and check out the food...

Brooklyn vintage Ads is a 17-volume set of ads from the 20th century(late 1800's to 1950), Great for the Brooklyn history buff or advertiser in your life, get a glimpse back on a lot of new inventions and products, and check out the food...

Want to learn more about our country's stamps? Do you collect United States stamps? Perhaps you save stamps from old envelopes or new issues from the post office. Maybe you are interested in delving more into the hobby of United States stamp collecting. But...

Using a rigorous, straightforward scorecard as a guide, this book shows business leaders and innovators how to create breakthrough sustainable products and processes that are good for the planet, human health, and profits. Natural resource inputs to business operations are getting scarcer and more...

In this companion book to Dolls Remembered, men reminisce about the boyhood toys and games that still hold a place in memory.Author: Madonna Dries ChristensenISBN-10: 1450275435ISBN-13: 9781450275439Publisher: iUniverseLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/19/2011Pages: 196Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.59lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.42d

"OO" Ranch Home For Thousands Of Yearsexplores the evidence of native cultures which called this spot of land in eastern Oregon "home" over the past 12,000 years. Geography created a well-watered valley in the midst of an often hot, dry region. Ever since the...

Charts a new wave of feminist and queer media activism in post-millennial China Digital Masquerade offers a trenchant and singular analysis of the convergence of digital media, feminist and queer culture, and rights consciousness in China. Jia Tan examines the formation of what she...

Charts a new wave of feminist and queer media activism in post-millennial China Digital Masquerade offers a trenchant and singular analysis of the convergence of digital media, feminist and queer culture, and rights consciousness in China. Jia Tan examines the formation of what she...

Dozens Of Far West ARROWHEADS.For New Arrowhead Collectors, Of All Ages ... Especially Younger Folks.How can you identify the arrowheads which you find? How did the ancient peoples make them? Can we know how old an arrowhead is? What are some engaging ways to...

Bring your love of the National Parks home with this hip keepsake set, featuring wooden magnets, a map of the U.S., and pin stickers, illustrated by Brainstorm.Show off your pride in the U.S. National Parks with this charmingly illustrated set of outdoorsy keepsakes Highlighting...

Inspired by everyone's favorite all-knowing animatronic fortune teller, this one-of-a-kind, mini-size talking Zoltar brings his fortune-telling wisdom to your home or office. Specifications: 4" replica of the iconic animatronic fortune-teller, Zoltar, printed on clear plastic and housed within his booth With Sound and Light:...

Celebrate the holiday season and inspire Christmas nostalgia with this tiny tinsel tree! The box includes: A 4" aluminum tree A wind-up rotating color wheel spotlight to illuminate the tree's metallic branches A 25" strand of red beads to place on the tree A...

Nestled in a remote area of northwestern Pennsylvania, the small town of Tidioute became home to five cutlery manufacturers starting in the late-1800s. Although no longer in existence, these businesses produced some of the finest collectible knives and razors ever. Tidioute: A Town With...

In celebration of its 100th anniversary of Boy Scouts of America and its publication Boys' Life, this book is a collection of the best Boys' Life pages of news, nature, sports, history, fiction, science, comics, and Scouting information. All pages in this collection are...

Twenty years in preparation, Antebellum Shelf Clock Making in Farmington & Unionville Villages, Connecticut, by Snowden Taylor and Mary Jane Dapkus documents the emergence of two distinct clock making branches in the subject villages, each with particular roots that remained discernible in its clocks...

This book is about the myriad of Yellowstone National Park collectibles and souvenirs, from 19th-century horseshoes dipped in the park's thermal springs to contemporary books and artwork. Included are exquisite hand-painted Limoges porcelain, historic sand-bottle curios, stagecoach and railroad paraphernalia, rare books, photographs, jewelry,...

Popular progressive radio host and New York Times bestselling author Thom Hartmann reveals how and why attempts to implement affordable universal healthcare in the United States have been thwarted and what we can do to finally make it a reality. "For-profit health insurance is...

A fast and engaging read, Equity helps leaders create more inclusive organizations using human-centered design and behavior change principles. Even the most passionate advocates for diversity, equity, and inclusion have been known to treat equity as the middle child--the concept they skip over to...

The much-anticipated arrival of the Sears gift catalog in American homes marked the start of the holiday season during the mid-twentieth century. This facsimile of the Sears, Roebuck and Co.'s 1945 Christmas edition offers a nostalgic look back at consumer goods of the era,...

This practical guide shows how to facilitate collaboration among diverse individuals and organizations to navigate complexity and create change in our interconnected world. The social and environmental challenges we face today are not only complex, they are also systemic and structural and have no...

The Ultimate Cigar Book is a classic on the subject, covering everything from how cigars are made, to storage, etiquette, and accessories. Richard Carleton Hacker's category bestselling is often credited with helping to create a new generation of cigar aficionados. No other book contains...

Originally published in France between 1876 and 1888, Auguste Racinet's Le Costume Historique was in its day the most wide-ranging and incisive study of clothing ever attempted. Covering the world history of costume, dress, and style from antiquity through to the end of the...

Desktop Shuffleboard serves as the perfect game night addition, travel game, or office distraction! This portable miniature set includes: 12" extendable shuffleboard platform, with 2 table inserts 6 (3 red and 3 blue) weighted pucks Shuffleboard stickers 32-page book with trivia and rules of...

The beauty of nature and man's loneliness are dominant themes in the work of Caspar David Friedrich (1774-1840). The artist often places a small human figure in a broad landscape, as in his famous paintings Monk by the Sea and The Wanderer above the...

Before the sewing machine industry got off the ground in the middle of the 19th Century, there was a huge problem, one that would stifle, not only competition, but the birth of true mass production in America. During the 1850's sewing machine manufacture was...

From hand-forged axes of the Viking conquests to the American homesteader's felling axe, this is a tool that has shaped human history like few others. American Axe pays tribute to this iconic instrument of settlement and industry, with rich history, stunning photography, and profiles...

It covers the theory behind clock movement and design, including the particulars of escapements, pendulums, balance wheels, and even the sheet music for popular chimes. The American striking clock, the 400-day clock, and the alarm clock receive special attention. The in-depth information, including explanations...

Provides all the necessary information to troubleshoot any clock's problems and to make sure your clock continues to run in perfect order for generations to come--from tools and equipment to strike and chime work. Laurie Penman has written an indispensable guide for both the...

"Amateur weather forecasters (which includes just about everyone) will find this volume an informative and entertaining account of the why and how of the weather." -- The NationIn simple language, Eric Sloane explains the whys and wherefores of weather and weather forecasting -- and...

"I absolutely love, love, love this adult coloring book! Each design is printed on quality paper, so you don't have to worry about colors bleeding through or the paper tearing while you're working on your artwork design. I love how detailed each image is...

The Best Reference for Oil and Gas CollectiblesHere is the only reference you'll ever need for determining the value of vintage oil and gas memorabilia. Buying and selling antique service station collectibles for decades, Mark Anderton shares his unique knowledge of items from vintage...

They were Amazon and Walmart combined--the one place to shop for Americans who needed everything--clothes, furniture, tools, jewelry, musical instruments, books, and more Imagine it's the end of the nineteenth century, and, with one catalog, you can buy everything from beds and tools to...