Much of early Americana has been destroyed and lost forever. But occasionally, and almost miraculously, some parts of its survive. So it is with the photographs in this book. Saved from an ignominious end in...
This handbook provides hundreds of clear color photographs and fascinating stories which reveal volumes about each fragrance, far beyond the size of the bottles. These miniature bottles are popular collectibles today and this useful book...
Welcome to the kitchen of yesteryear. This comprehensive guide covers the wide variety of tools and services which have graced kitchens of the past. Hundreds of beautiful color photographs illustrate the text. Cooking utensils, coffee...
The bygone tools and products of America's drugstores are illustrated in color and described, from apothecary jars to patent medicines and mortars and pestles to leech jars, and more. From the earliest days of the...
Covers unique variants and original designs of Panzer tanks.[AuthorName]By (author) Michael Sawodny[/AuthorName][AuthorBio][/AuthorBio][NumIllustration]b/w photographs, line drawings[/NumIllustration][CoAuthor][/CoAuthor][SubTitle][/SubTitle][ColorPattern]b/w photographs, line drawings[/ColorPattern]
Richard Bueschel revises and updates his classic series of books on Japanese Naval and Army Air Force aircraft of World War II. The JAAF Kawasaki Ki-61 HIEN (Tony) is presented in this volume. All variations...
This new book is a detailed survey and a anew perspective on the development of Luftwaffe aircraft from 1935-1945. Special emphasis has been placed on details of weaponry, equipment and other areas that have up...
This book gives a detailed account of the types and employment of German armored trains during WWII.[AuthorName]By (author) Wolfgang Sawodny[/AuthorName][AuthorBio][/AuthorBio][NumIllustration]b/w photographs, line drawings[/NumIllustration][CoAuthor][/CoAuthor][SubTitle][/SubTitle][ColorPattern]b/w photographs, line drawings[/ColorPattern]
Nearly every baseball-related board or table game produced from the 1860s to the 1960s is illustrated here with accurate captions that describe each one individually. Baseball and board game collectors alike will be thrilled with...
A complete guide to crafting miniature model boats in wood using simple, accessible materials and methods. Creating a wooden hull from straight pieces of lumber is an artform in itself. Professional model maker Steve Rogers...
Shown are the various caliber mortars used by the German infantry during World Wars I & II.[AuthorName]By (author) Wolfgang Fleischer[/AuthorName][AuthorBio][/AuthorBio][NumIllustration]over 70 b/w photographs[/NumIllustration][CoAuthor][/CoAuthor][SubTitle][/SubTitle][ColorPattern]over 70 b/w photographs[/ColorPattern]
The joy and magic of Christmas are celebrated in this sumptuously illustrated, nostalgic pictorial exploration of old-fashioned Christmas. Nearly 1200 enchanting Christmas collectibles are reproduced in 262 large color plates. A new price guide by...