from party favors to paper dolls to brand-name advertising on hundreds of Valentine cards
This second book by Nick Snider presents the popular collectible military sweetheart jewelry and collectibles that were so important to the home front during World War I and II
and fairies
and bluegrass--it is the music of a special breed of talented people who were part of one of the most interesting musical and entertainment stories in America's history
or just wonderful examples of modern decorative arts
The Musical Box Binding:Hardback from party favors to paperMusical boxes have been made by master artisans since the 1700s, playing classical music, hymns, operatic arias and popular tunes by means of discs or cylinders. The industry started in Europe, flourishing in Switzerland, Germany, and Great Britain, finally crossing the Atlantic to America, before ending in the early 20th century. this book is the definitive reference for anyone interested in the history of music, mechanical music, and musical