Compiled by two of America’s foremost collectors, this book is an indispensable reference for anyone interested in salt and pepper shakers. It is filled to the brim with over 1500 available items, all pictured in full color with current values and size – making identification and valuing pieces easy. The book focuses on Black Americana, cat characters, mermaids, and Niagra Falls, and includes a thorough price guide to assist collectors on their hunts for these charming pieces. Collecting novelty salt and pepper shakers is a fantastic hobby. Shakers are attractive, interesting, small, affordable – they offer an endless variety and provide a continual learning experience and with this book in hand, you will soon become an expert.