Christmas, 1940-1959: A Collector's Guide to Decorations and Customs
This in-depth review of Christmas history and traditions in the United States covers a period that many Americans remember well. See Christmas decorating customs, electric lighting innovations, and tree decorations, all of which changed drastically as a result of World War II. This period of Christmas history witnessed the advent of machine-produced glass ornaments, bubble lights, Italian miniature lights, Matchless Stars, and a proliferation of decorations produced in Japan, Europe, and the United States. Included are many historical photos, color pictures of decorations from each decade, a detailed text, and updated value guide.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0764318993
ISBN13:9780764318993
Release Date:February 2004
Publisher:Schiffer Publishing
Length:160 Pages
Weight:1.98 lbs.
Dimensions:0.5" x 8.4" x 10.9"
Customer Reviews
3 ratings
Christmas, 1940-1959: a Collectors Guide
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 14 years ago
Arrived in timely fashion and even though used was in excellent condition I am thoroughly enjoying reliving Christmas from my childhood through this book. It did miss one of my favorite ornaments - the tulle angels with spun cotton heads that I now try to collect.
Antique ornaments
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 14 years ago
Book is a wealth of knowledge for the serious collector. My book looked brand new
Perfectly Nostalgic
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
This book is excellent! The author does a great job balancing impressive information with warm memories of Christmases past. I have found that element lacking in so many other "collectors" types of books. This book will definitely remain one of my all-time favorites!
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