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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
Discovering American Folklife
- Selection of Essays Which Capture the Essence of Folk Culture
- Essays Include: Folk Religion, Folk Medicine, Witches in Adams County, etc
- Filled with Illustrations and Period Photos
$16.95
Early American Technology
- Collection of Intriguing Original Essays
- Discusses Early Technology and Environmental Issues
- Recent Historiographic Concerns Addressed
$24.95
Fundamentals of Figure Carving
- The Art & Practice of Carving the Human Figure
- Illustrated With Photographs & Line Drawings
- Timber, Anatomy, Techniques & More
$31.95
Dovetails Made Simple
- A Master Woodworker Reveals the Secrets of Dovetails
- Yet Another Video in this Extremely Popular Series
- Like Having a Private Instructor
$24.95
Carving Architectural Detail in Wood; The Classic Tradition
- Thorough Primer for Woodcarvers Dealing with Classical Ornament
- Illustrates the Carving Process with Step-by-Step in Full-Color
- Features an Extensive Selection of Projects & an Invaluable Glossary
$19.95
Carving Miniature Carousel Animals with Dale Power
- Covers Carving, Wood Burning, Painting & Mounting
- 267 Color Photos, 12 Patterns For 8 Animals
- 8 1/2" x 11", 64 PGS.
$14.95
Fancy Coffins to Make Yourself
- Provides Detailed Instructions
- 230 Color Photos
- 8 1/2" x 11", 64 PGS.
$14.95
Price Guide to Antique Tools
- New & Improved 4th Edition with Current Values
- Includes a New Section on Internet Auctions
- Completely Indexed & Easy to Use Reference
$17.95
Kitchen Collectibles: An Identification Guide
- Hundreds of Early Engravings of Classic Kitchen Tools
- HIstories of Makers and Patent Information
- A Long Overdue Reference to a Popular Topic
$29.95
The Catalogue of Antique Tools: 1994 Edition
- 1000 Tools Photographed & Priced for Sale
- Our Earliest Catalogue Still in Print
- The Catalogue of Antique Tools: 1994 Edition
$15.95
Musical Instruments Of The Southern Appalachian Mountains
- Fascinating Introduction to the Musical Instruments of S'ern Appalachia
- Each Instrument Described is Unique and Reflective of its Origins
- Filled to the Brim with History and Photographs
$12.95
Violins And Other Stringed Instruments
- Learn to Make a Violin and other Stringed Instruments
- Filled with Detailed Line Drawings and Information
- Enormous Amount of Information for Very Reasonable Price
$10.95
Old Gramophones
- Refreshing Look at the Old Ways of Listening Entertainment
- Covers the First Domestic Talking Machines up to the Birth of Vinyl
- Numerous Vintage Photos Illustrate the Development Over the Years
$8.95
Caring For Your Collection
- Learn How to Care For & Preserve Valuable Antiques
- Covers: Cracked Paintings, Tarnished Silver, How to Repair, Etc.
- Beautifully Illustrated in Full-Color
$17.95
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
Field Guide To New England Barns
- Definitive Text on New England Barns
- Covers Structure, Traditions, and Innovations
- Invaluable in Understanding the Story Behind these Artifacts
$19.95
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
Horse Cabs
- Informative Look at the Elegant Horse Cabs & the Men Who Drove Them
- Covers the First Horse Cabs, Policing the Cabs, Beginning of the End…etc.
- Features Numerous Vintage Photos & Illustrations Which Lend a Nostalgic Air
$8.95
Old Provincetown in Early Photographs
- Stunning Pictorial Captures one of America's Favorite Places to Visit
- Informative Captions Provide Historical & Biographical Background
- Features 100 Rare & Detailed Photos
$17.95
Buildings & Landmarks Of Old Boston
- Fascinating Version of the History of Boston's First 2 Centuries
- Provides History, Location & Drawings of 57 Important Buildings
- Must for Anyone Visiting Boston, Bostonites & Armchair Historians
$12.95
The Pattern Maker’s Assistant
- The Secrets of the Pattern Maker's Art, Ca. 1877
- Filled With Tips on Tool Selection and Techniques
- Illustrated with Superb Period Engravings
$15.95
