ISBN: 9780764301957

Anyone who has ever sent or received a valentine will enjoy this fascinating book. by Robert Brenner. Author Robert Brenner. Valentine Treasury. Short Title VALENTINE TREAS. Subtitle A Ce… More...

Anyone who has ever sent or received a valentine will enjoy this fascinating book. by Robert Brenner. Author Robert Brenner. Valentine Treasury. Short Title VALENTINE TREAS. Subtitle A Century of Valentine Cards. The Nile on eBay   FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE   Valentine Treasury by Robert Brenner From the first reference to a valentine card in 1625 to modern times, this book celebrates sentimental charm, wit, and romance over the decades in antique valentines. European origins and American traditions, celebration and card sending customs, card designs and themes, artists and manufacturers from Howland, Whitney, Prang, to Gibson, Hallmark, and American Greetings are included. FORMATHardcover LANGUAGEEnglish CONDITIONBrand New Publisher Description From the first reference to a valentine card in 1625 to modern times, Valentine Treasury - A Century of Valentine Cards celebrates sentimental charm, wit, and romance over the decades in America's valentines. Page after page of colorful valentines ranging from elaborately decorated Victorian pull-downs to simple ones exchanged by schoolchildren in the 60s and 70s are displayed in over 560 spectacular color photographs. European origins as well as American traditions, celebration and card sending customs, card designs and themes, artists and manufacturers from Howland, Whitney, Prang, to Gibson, Hallmark, and American Greetings are included. Anyone who has ever sent or received a valentine will enjoy this fascinating book. AUTHOR: Bob Brenner, of Princeton, Wisconsin, is a leading authority on the traditions of Christmas and other holidays. He lectures and curates major holiday exhibits for the Smithsonian and other museums. Author Biography Robert Brenner is an avid collector of Christmas ornaments and has done extensive research on the history of Christmas and its decorations down through the years. Long Description From the first reference to a valentine card in 1625 to modern times, Valentine Treasury - A Century of Valentine Cards celebrates sentimental charm, wit, and romance over the decades in America's valentines. Page after page of colorful valentines ranging from elaborately decorated Victorian pull-downs to simple ones exchanged by schoolchildren in the 60s and 70s are displayed in over 560 spectacular color photographs. European origins as well as American traditions, celebration and card sending customs, card designs and themes, artists and manufacturers from Howland, Whitney, Prang, to Gibson, Hallmark, and American Greetings are included. Anyone who has ever sent or received a valentine will enjoy this fascinating book. Details ISBN0764301950 Author Robert Brenner Short Title VALENTINE TREAS Pages 208 Series Schiffer Book for Collectors with Values Language English ISBN-10 0764301950 ISBN-13 9780764301957 Media Book Format Hardcover DEWEY 741.684 Imprint Schiffer Publishing Ltd Place of Publication Atglen Country of Publication United States Residence Milford Birth 1943 Illustrations 565 color photos Subtitle A Century of Valentine Cards DOI 10.1604/9780764301957 AU Release Date 1997-01-06 NZ Release Date 1997-01-06 UK Release Date 2022-12-01 Publisher Schiffer Publishing Ltd Audience General Year 1997 Publication Date 1997-01-06 US Release Date 1997-01-06 We've got thisAt The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it.With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICYNo questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERYNo matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENTPeace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:136588746; , Festpreisangebot, [LT: FixedPrice], Format: Hardcover, ISBN-13: 9780764301957, Book Title: Valentine Treasury, Language: English, Schiffer Publishing, Ltd<

ISBN: 9780764301957

From the first reference to a valentine card in 1625 to modern times, this book celebrates sentimental charm, wit, and romance over the decades in antique valentines. European origins and… More...

From the first reference to a valentine card in 1625 to modern times, this book celebrates sentimental charm, wit, and romance over the decades in antique valentines. European origins and American traditions, celebration and card sending customs, card designs and themes, artists and manufacturers from Howland, Whitney, Prang, to Gibson, Hallmark, and American Greetings are included. Media > Book, [PU: Schiffer Publishing]<