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The books of Eric Sloane celebrate the time-honored traditions of early America and remind us of the ties that forever bind us to them.

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Eric Sloane's Book of Storms: Hurricanes, Twisters and SquallsEric Sloane's Book of Storms: Hurricanes, Twisters and Squalls 
by Eric Sloane
With his conversational style and more than 100 original illustrations, the popular author and artist explains "elementary meteorology so clearly that the completely uninformed can gain an immediate understanding." — San Francisco Chronicle.

The Seasons of America PastThe Seasons of America Past 
by Eric Sloane
Seventy-five illustrations depict cider mills and presses, sleds, pumps, stump-pulling equipment, plows, and other elements of America's rural heritage. A section of old recipes and household hints adds additional color.
American Barns and Covered BridgesAmerican Barns and Covered Bridges 
by Eric Sloane
Lovingly written book, accompanied by the author's own sketches, depicts Maine-styled barns attached to houses, an "open" log barn in Virginia, a 2,088-foot covered bridge at Clark's Ferry, Pennsylvania, and a host of other structures.

Eric Sloane's Weather BookEric Sloane's Weather Book 
by Eric Sloane
A beautifully illustrated book of enlightening lore for outdoorsmen, farmers, sailors, and anyone who has ever wondered whether to take an umbrella when leaving the house. 87 illustrations.

Diary of an Early American Boy: Noah Blake 1805Diary of an Early American Boy: Noah Blake 1805 
by Eric Sloane
This 19th-century diary offers a fascinating rarity: an authentic journal, plus 72 drawings and an explanatory narrative. "Extraordinary . . . will delight readers of all ages." — History in Review.
Diary of an Early American Boy: 1805Diary of an Early American Boy: 1805 
by Eric Sloane
A noted historian complements an authentic 19th-century journal of New England farm life with an explanatory narrative and 72 delightful drawings. This deluxe hardcover edition is a keepsake treasure.

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ABC Book of Early AmericanaABC Book of Early Americana
by Eric Sloane
Artist and historian Eric Sloane presents a wondrous A-to-Z collection of American innovations, including hex signs, ear trumpets, popcorn, and rocking chairs. Illustrated, hand-lettered pages feature brief captions explaining objects' origins and uses.

Our Price: $10.95

American Barns and Covered BridgesAmerican Barns and Covered Bridges
by Eric Sloane
Lovingly written book, accompanied by the author's own sketches, depicts Maine-styled barns attached to houses, an "open" log barn in Virginia, a 2,088-foot covered bridge at Clark's Ferry, Pennsylvania, and a host of other structures.


Our Price: $9.95

American YesterdayAmerican Yesterday
by Eric Sloane
Immensely enjoyable book lovingly describes careers of dowsers, tithingmen, sawyers, nailers, plumbum-men (plumbers), barber-surgeons, sellmongers, fence-viewers, and other old-time artisans and craftworkers. 96 black-and-white illustrations.


Our Price: $8.95

A Celebration of BellsA Celebration of Bells
by Eric Sloane, Eric Hatch
Spirited reminders of yesteryear, clamoring bells in all their forms ring of America and freedom. In this charmingly illustrated book, two nostalgia experts share their enthusiasm for the subject, covering types, sounds, and world-famous bells.

Our Price: $9.95

The Cracker BarrelThe Cracker Barrel
by Eric Sloane
Sloane re-creates the country store in all its delightful moods: as a meetinghouse, a public forum, and entertainment center. Sage opinions on everything from capitalism to "the good old days." 55 illustrations.

Our Price: $9.95

Diary of an Early American Boy: 1805Diary of an Early American Boy: 1805
by Eric Sloane
A noted historian complements an authentic 19th-century journal of New England farm life with an explanatory narrative and 72 delightful drawings. This deluxe hardcover edition is a keepsake treasure.

Our Price: $19.95

Diary of an Early American Boy: Noah Blake 1805Diary of an Early American Boy: Noah Blake 1805
by Eric Sloane
This 19th-century diary offers a fascinating rarity: an authentic journal, plus 72 drawings and an explanatory narrative. "Extraordinary . . . will delight readers of all ages." — History in Review.

Our Price: $9.95

Do's and Don'ts of Yesteryear: A Treasury of Early American Folk WisdomDo's and Don'ts of Yesteryear: A Treasury of Early American Folk Wisdom
by Eric Sloane
Combining two of Mr. Americana's popular little etiquette guides, this hardcover collection offers cozy, homespun advice that recalls a less hectic time. Covers proper behavior for "At the Table," "In Dress and Habits," and more.

Our Price: $9.95

Eric Sloane's America: Paintings in OilEric Sloane's America: Paintings in Oil
by Michael Wigley, Mimi Sloane
Eric Sloane's evocative oils of America's landscape and material culture shimmer with immense historical and nostalgic appeal. This original hardcover collection gathers nearly a hundred of his finest paintings, with subjects ranging from New England to the American Southwest.

Our Price: $30.00

Eric Sloane's Book of Storms: Hurricanes, Twisters and SquallsEric Sloane's Book of Storms: Hurricanes, Twisters and Squalls
by Eric Sloane
With his conversational style and more than 100 original illustrations, the popular author and artist explains "elementary meteorology so clearly that the completely uninformed can gain an immediate understanding." — San Francisco Chronicle.


Our Price: $9.95

Eric Sloane's Weather BookEric Sloane's Weather Book
by Eric Sloane
A beautifully illustrated book of enlightening lore for outdoorsmen, farmers, sailors, and anyone who has ever wondered whether to take an umbrella when leaving the house. 87 illustrations.


Our Price: $9.95

For Spacious Skies: A Sketchbook of American WeatherFor Spacious Skies: A Sketchbook of American Weather
by Eric Sloane
The finest cloud painter of his generation travels back in time to explore how early American farmers interpreted and embraced weather signs. Features 74 illustrations, including 16 magnificent full-color paintings.


Our Price: $12.95

The Little Red SchoolhouseThe Little Red Schoolhouse
by Eric Sloane
Harkening back to a time when the three Rs stood for reading, 'riting, and religion, Sloane's sketchbook explores the history of early American schools. Includes marvelous illustrations of one-room New England schoolhouses, desks, and benches.

Our Price: $5.95

Look at the Sky and Tell the WeatherLook at the Sky and Tell the Weather
by Eric Sloane
Delightful blend of serious meteorology and beautiful illustrations takes readers on a voyage of discovery — from the Canadian Rockies to northern New England. 43 black-and-white illustrations.


Our Price: $10.95
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A Museum of Early American ToolsA Museum of Early American Tools
by Eric Sloane
Describes scores of tools and the wooden and metal artifacts made with them. Covers farm and kitchen implements, as well as the tools of curriers, blacksmiths, and other craftsmen. 184 black-and-white illustrations.


Our Price: $9.95

A Museum of Early American ToolsA Museum of Early American Tools
by Eric Sloane
Fascinating look by noted historian at devices used by wheelwrights, coopers, blacksmiths, and other craftsmen of the pre-industrial age. Deluxe hardcover edition features 184 accurate, engaging illustrations by the author.

Our Price: $19.95

Once Upon a Time: The Way America WasOnce Upon a Time: The Way America Was
by Eric Sloane
Nostalgic text and drawings brim with gentle philosophies and descriptions of how we used to live — self-sufficiently — on the land, in homes, and among the things built by hand. 44 line illustrations.


Our Price: $7.95

Our Vanishing LandscapeOur Vanishing Landscape
by Eric Sloane
Charming anecdotes about a bygone era describe networks of canals, corduroy roads, and turnpikes; waterwheels and icehouses; colorful road signs and their painters; circus folk; and more. 81 black-and-white illustrations.


Our Price: $10.95

Return to Taos: Eric Sloane's Sketchbook of Roadside AmericanaReturn to Taos: Eric Sloane's Sketchbook of Roadside Americana
by Eric Sloane
In a rare autobiographical work, Sloane shares his experiences on the roads he drove during two voyages from New York to his beloved Taos — in 1925, and again in 1960.

Our Price: $11.95
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A Reverence for WoodA Reverence for Wood
by Eric Sloane
Delightfully illustrated book remarks expansively on the resourcefulness of early Americans in their use of wood — from making furniture, tools, and buildings to such by-products as charcoal.

Our Price: $11.95

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