Arms and Equipment of the Civil War

Автор: Seleshanko Kristina
Название: 60 Civil War-Era Fashion Patterns
ISBN: 0486461769 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780486461762
Издательство: Dover
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Описание: Assembled from vintage issues of "Peterson's Magazine, " a popular nineteenth-century "ladies" periodical that premiered in 1842, here is an authentic gallery of Civil War-era clothing patterns for women, children, and men. The author of many books on historic fashion, Seleshanko has compiled this new, original volume of wonderfully usable antique garment designs to delight costume designers, historians, Civil War reconstructionists, and antiques collectors alike
During the 1860s, the Civil War left Americans with shortages of all kinds -- including clothing resources. "Peterson's" pattern diagrams were of enormous help to women who no longer had the opportunity to purchase their clothing abroad or visit their local dressmaker. This one-of-a-kind collection showcases sixty historically accurate nineteenth-century garment designs. Included are a Chemise, the Madeline Wrapper, and a Polonaise Dinner Dress for ladies...a Knickerbocker Suit and Loose Jacket and Waistcoat for boys...and a Tunic and Cape and Basquine Dress for girls...and, for men, a handsome Smoking Cap. 60 patterns. Over 300 diagrams and illustrations.

Автор: Chambers William
Название: A Treatise on the Decorative Part of Civil Architecture
ISBN: 0486429911 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780486429915
Издательство: Dover
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Описание: Those interested in the history of architecture in 18th-century England will welcome the reprinting of this volume, which was influential on architects of the day. Chambers gives his analysis of the uses of the various (classical) orders of architecture in ancient and modern times and includes a sec

Автор: Dickson Paul
Название: War Slang: American Fighting Words & Phrases Since the Civil War, Third Edition
ISBN: 0486477509 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780486477503
Издательство: Dover
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Цена: 16510.00 T
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Описание: From the homegrown "boodle" of the 19th century to current "misunderstandistan" in the Middle East, America's foremost expert on slang reveals military lingo at its most colorful, innovative, brutal, and ironic. Author Paul Dickson introduces some of the "new words and phrases born of conflict, boredom, good humor, bad food, new technology, and the pure horror of war." This newly updated reference extends to the post-9/11 world and the American military presence in Iraq and Afghanistan. Recommended by William Safire in his "On Language" column of The New York Times, it features dictionary-style entries, arranged chronologically by conflict, with helpful introductions to each section and an index for convenient reference.
"Paul Dickson is a national treasure who deserves a wide audience," declared Library Journal. The author of more than 50 books, Dickson has written extensively on language. This expanded edition of War Slang features new material by journalist Ben Lando, Iraq Bureau Chief for Iraq Oil Report and a regular contributor to The Wall Street Journal and Time. It serves language lovers and military historians alike by adding an eloquent new dimension to our understanding of war.

Автор: Tierney, Tom
Название: Civil War Fashions Coloring Book
ISBN: 0486296792 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780486296791
Издательство: Dover
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Цена: 4130.00 T
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Описание: Enter the elegant world of mid-Victorian fashions with the help of this unique coloring book. Artist Tom Tierney, widely recognized for his stunning paper doll collections, turns his talents to a new medium and spotlights the stylish clothing worn by well-to-do Americans in the Civil War era.
Forty-five meticulously researched and finely rendered illustrations depict men, women, and children in wardrobes that take them through their day -- from attractive outfits for at-home wear to elegant evening dresses for special occasions. Handsome military outfits worn by Union and Confederate officers are the rule for the men of the period, while most fashions for youngsters mirror adult styles. Center-stage are the lovely garments worn by the ladies: taffeta and silk walking dresses edged with bands of ribbon; elaborate, tassel-trimmed carriage cloaks; exquisite off-the-shoulder ball gowns enhanced with floral accents, and much more. Brief, informative captions describe the style and fabric of the apparel depicted, offering helpful suggestions for colorists who want to lend a touch of historical accuracy to their finished products.
Adapted from the pages of such vintage fashion publications as Harper's Bazar and Godey's Lady's Book, these painstakingly executed drawings will thrill coloring book fans of all ages, serve as inspiration to costume designers, and make excellent references for fashion historians.

Автор: Tierney, Tom
Название: American Family of the Civil War Era Paper Dolls
ISBN: 048624833X ISBN-13(EAN): 9780486248332
Издательство: Dover
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Цена: 9920.00 T
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Описание: Drawing on Himalayan ethnography to interrogate and critique contemporary theorizing about the environment, this book examines how the environment is conceptualized among different social groups in the region. A new approach to the study of the environment in South Asia, this book introduces the new thinking in environmental anthropology and geography into the study of the Himalaya.

Автор: Copeland, Peter F.
Название: From Antietam to Gettysburg: A Civil War Coloring Book
ISBN: 0486244768 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780486244761
Издательство: Dover
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Описание: One of the crucial phases of the Civil War centered on the two Confederate invasions of the North undertaken by Robert E. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia. The first invasion ended at the battle of Antietam (Sharpsburg), fought on September 17, 1862. The second came to a halt at the decisive battle of Gettysburg (July 1-3, 1863), after which the Confederate forces retreated into Virginia.
This unique coloring book focuses on the two campaigns, allowing colorists to bring their own sense of color and design to various aspects of the momentous struggle. Noted illustrator Peter Copeland has provided 45 precise black-and-white illustrations, based on extensive research, that document the great clash of armies: cavalry charges, raids, counterattacks, artillery barrages, ruined cities and devastated countryside, tending the sick and wounded, quiet moments in camp, and more.
Civil War buffs, colorists, and students of American history will appreciate the accuracy and drama of these illustrations, which offer not only an enjoyable coloring experience but an attractive and valuable learning tool for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the nation's past.

Автор: Stibbert Sir Frederic
Название: European Civil and Military Clothing
ISBN: 0486417484 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780486417486
Издательство: Dover
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Описание: This book comprises unabridged republication of the illustrations from an Italian work first published in 1914, with captions translated into English. A preface to the Dover edition is provided by Kirsten Aschengreen Piacenti of the Stibbert Museum in Florence, Italy. The book contains 217 b&w illus