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Over 400 color photographs illustrate this wonderful collectors book that explores and identifies hundreds of Westclox clocks, pocket watches, and wristwatches. Big Ben, Baby Ben, Key Wound Alarm clocks, Bull's Eye Pocket Watches, early wristwatches and more all dating from 1885 to 1980 are included. A must-have collectors guide for novice as well as veteran collectors. A price guide for all models shown is included in the captions.

From the early years of the twentieth century to the 1980s, the A. E. Hull Pottery Company has produced imaginative ceramics that have entranced both consumers and collectors alike. Hundreds of brilliant color photographs present a sweeping survey of the broad scope of Hull pottery produced over many decades. Novelty items, flower pots, cookie jars and containers, vases, and serving wares are all included in this informative book. Additionally, a brief history of the company, an examination of its many manufacturer's marks, an Index, and a Bibliography are included. Revised values for the wares displayed are provided in the captions. Every collector of twentieth century ceramics and fans of Ohio pottery will find this engaging reading.

College ghosts are a little like college mascots -- just about every school has one and they add a dash of spice to the college experience. Drawn from across North America, coast to coast, here is a directory of ghosts, spirits, spectres, and apparitions who haunt educational institutions from small community colleges to great universities. This collection of terrifying tales and alarming anecdotes relates to over 140 schools' eerie experiences with the afterlife. It includes the mischievous ghost of George Gipp, University of Notre Dame's legendary football hero, and the quiet, restless ghost of playwright Eugene O'Neill in Boston University's Shelton Hall. It is guaranteed to send a chill up your spine and keep you up late.

"The greatest influences of German architecture on America are bipolar: Folk Architecture and Modern Academic Architecture. In between are the lower keyed stories of less dramatic contributions." From log houses, corner beer halls and restaurants, and modern theme parks to the Brooklyn bridge and the Seagram Building in New York, German-inspired architecture covers America and defines a cultural heritage. In this book, a fascinating text is peppered with over 300 historical and contemporary photographs that illustrate powerful as well as quaint German-style buildings throughout America. From the Hill Country of Texas to the skylines of the great American cities and famous bridges, everyday places and American icons alike are described in detail with charming anecdotes about people and uses that combine to create a culture that is all-American. This book features so many highly recognized places that you will wonder why the subject hasn't been presented before. It is fresh, stimulating, and entertaining; a delight to architects and all who have never before thought about the great legacy of German influence in America.

Over 360 color photos and catalog pages display decorated glass pitchers and drinking glasses produced by Anchor Hocking Glass Corporation*TM of Lancaster, Ohio, from the 1950s Fire King*TM years to today. Three pitcher styles - the 86 oz. upright, Finlandia*TM, and Chateau*TM - decorated in many patterns, including Annapolis*TM, Breezes*TM, Flair*TM, Jubilee*TM, Pagoda*TM, Shell*TM, Wexford*TM, and more. Current market values are provided.

WARNING: These stories will make you bolt you doors and sleep with the lights on. Beloved as a pastoral paradise by weekenders and vacationers, beautiful Warwick, New York, is a historic town that boasts of bucolic diary farms, gingerbread Victorian homes, and winding back roads that lead to scenic hamlets and villages. An artists community has grown up in the area, inspired by the natural beauty of the surroundings. However, all is not perfect in this Paradise. In fact, many of the numerous bed and breakfasts that dot the valley are home to ghosts, as are a number of area restaurants. On investigation, author Donna Reis uncovers more than 60 firsthand encounters with the supernatural. She recounts the chilling tales as told to her by more that 100 Warwick Valley residents. The spirits explored in these pages range from the benevolent who come to bid a loved one good0bye or relay a message before going on the other side, to tormented spirits who died tragically and are caught in a struggle to find closure, to poltergeists and vengeful Native American ghosts released when their graves were disrupted. This is a soine chiller for anyone who revels in a good shost story, an an excellent tour for spirit chasers looking for haunted sites to visit.

Decorative and durable, enameled metal ware was made from the 1880s to the 1940s for almost every household purpose: brewing, storing, food preparation, cooking, serving, toting, pouring, and washing. Many of the most desirable patterns and designs, including the highly collectible End of the Day, Chrysolite, and the coveted cobalt blue pieces are featured here. Over 475 color photos with identifying captions and values are included.

This new book is a classic study of Southwest Native American jewelry documenting the fascinating story of evolving designs and techniques from early traders and artists up to the present. Over 500 color photographs of silver, turquoise, shell, and gold jewelry. Here is a chronological progression of Navajo, Zuni, Hopi, and Pueblo belts, buckles, bracelets, necklaces, mens jewelry, earrings, and pins from the late 19th century to the present.

For the first time, a detailed history of a little known aspect of the Great War in the air: the forty-two Italian aces. From legendary personalities such as Francesco Baracca and Scaroni to completely forgotten aces, each biography details their personalities, and their combat careers during and after the war. Charts report all their victories, with careful cross-referencing to Austrian and German losses. An introduction puts the air war on the Italian front in perspective, showing the development and actions of the Italian air force including many orders of battle, and brief histories of all fighter squadrons. Over 500 previously unpublished photographs from private sources, as well as twenty-four pages of color profiles of Nieuports, Spads, Hanriots and Macchis provide a stunning visual complement for the historian and modeler.

Relive the history of 45 rpm records and the fabulous machines that played them -- now highly collectible. Showcases models produced by RCA Victor Corporation and other licensed manufacturers, including descriptions, model numbers and names, original selling prices, and current values. Also features magazine ads and dealer sheets, RCA memorabilia, repair and restoration tips.