"Intensely interesting . . . a major contribution." — Antiques Magazine. Forty-eight sharp photos show side chairs, long benches, rocking chairs, chests, cupboards, and much more. Exact measurements are given for each piece to aid in identification, reconstruction, and restoration. Also ... read more
The People Called Shakers by Edward D. Andrews Definitive study provides detailed coverage of origins, ideology, industry and art, mode of worship, internal organization of communities. Author's reliance on original manuscript material make this study especially useful. 33 illustrations.
"Intensely interesting . . . a major contribution." — Antiques Magazine. Forty-eight sharp photos show side chairs, long benches, rocking chairs, chests, cupboards, and much more. Exact measurements are given for each piece to aid in identification, reconstruction, and restoration. Also includes a highly readable commentary on sect's cultural background.
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