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Eric Sloane's ABCs of Early Americana
A Sketchbook Of Inventions, Curiosities, And Lore

Sloane, Eric
Paperback
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BOOK SUMMARY
A catalouged view of Early America drawings with handwritten captions.

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BOOK SYNOPSIS
A new edition of the classic guide to Americana by the acclaimed late artist provides a varied overview of American lore and accomplishments, all organized alphabetically and including the artist's hand-lettering and captions explaining the origin and use of items ranging from the saltbox house and popcorn to rocking chairs and hex signs.

BOOK REVIEWS
Dave Woods syndicated column, September 2005 (combined circ.: 340,000) ABCs of Early Americana is a large sized quality paperback full of American stuff from A to Z  apple cider presses to zigzag rail fences, all cunningly illustrated.

Living Gently Quarterly, Summer 2005 (circ. unavailable) If you are a die-hard Sloane fan, rejoice that another of his works is again available. If you are new to Eric Sloane, here is a book to whet your appetite.


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MORE BOOK INFO
ISBN: 0896586871
ISBN(13-digit): 9780896586871
Copyright: 2005
Dewey Decimal: 973
Library of Congress: 2005002740
Book Publisher: Motorbooks Intl
Language: ENG
No. of Pages: 64
Paper Weight (lb): 0.75 lb



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