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The 1950s was the first decade when American fashion became truly American. American designers looked to what American women needed and found inspirations for American fashion design. This title follows the American fashion industry from New York's 7th Avenue to the beaches of California in search of clothes that defined 1950s American fashion.

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Explains how the wealth of immigrant construction methods and range of environments and climates resulted in a fascinating variety of barn styles in the United States, from the earliest rare Dutch examples to simpler English types to others in more surprising shapes (round or even polygonal) crafted by the Shakers in the 1800s.

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From Nickelodeons and penny arcades in the 1890s to sophisticated, grand movie palaces in the 1920s and '30s, the evolution of American movie theaters was as dramatic as the films they showed. This book identifies the main styles of decoration, examples, and the architects and designers behind them.

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From Jones' Woods, America's first amusement resort, to Coney Island during the golden age of the mid-1900s, and well beyond into the twenty-first century, the thrills of the amusement park have been a treasured part of childhood for Americans from coast to coast. This title captures the sights, smells, and vitality of a grand American tradition.

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"Breweriana".

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The Chicago River divides America's Second City into the North and South Sides, and the bridges that span it are famous for their number and beauty. This book traces the evolution of them all, from the original rising bascules to the designed twentieth-century structures that lend Chicago much of the grandeur for which it is known world-wide.

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Whether classics like Hershey's, Mars and M&Ms or trend-setters like PEZ and Atomic Fireballs, candy has a special place in the hearts and memories of most Americans, who to this day consume more than 600 billion pounds of it each year. This title examines the classic brands of the late twentieth century and what they mean.

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Thanksgiving celebrations and the increasingly sophisticated fare served in inns and taverns, this book provides a window onto daily life in Colonial America. It shows how European methods and cuisine were adapted to include native produce such as maize, potatoes, beans, peanuts and tomatoes, and features a section of authentic menus and recipes.

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Reflecting on the efforts to keep covered bridges in service as the face of the rural landscape is transformed, and the challenge of preserving their historic character while making them safe for modern traffic, this book guides the reader across the diverse range of covered bridges to be found throughout the North America.

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Chronicles the sparkling spectacle of Jazz Age fashion as it moves from the corseted world of the 1910s to flapper dresses, fedoras and bejeweled headbands. This book spans the entire wardrobe of both men and women, including day and evening wear, accessories, casual attire and "fads" like smoking jackets, tiaras and cigarette holders.

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Tombstone, Bodie, St Elmo, Silver City: these are some of the most famous of the Old West ghost towns and mining camps that dot America's landscape and provide hints to the country's history. This title describes various types of ghost towns, explains their histories, and outlines ongoing research and archaeological study into decaying towns.

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Harley-Davidson: words that evoke the open American road and the "Made in America" tradition like no others. The sweeping chopper handlebars, the distinctive throaty low-speed rumble of the engine and the unmistakable logo are recognized the world over. This book ties together the mechanical evolution of Harley's engines.

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Craft beer has in recent years seen an unprecedented surge in popularity across the United States and Canada. This book provides background, discusses the ingredients employed, explains what equipment is required and details the step-by-step "how-to" of the brewing process.

Presents the story of America's pursuit of sheer horsepower in the 1960s and '70s. This book details these golden years, as well as the economic and environmental developments of the 1970s that brought an end to the muscle car era.

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"Pottery of the Southwest: Ancient Art and Modern Traditions".

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The White House is the most famous house in the world - yet its 18 acres of perfectly manicured grounds and magnificent gardens, much beloved by the Presidents and their families, are rarely seen by the public. This book presents a horticultural celebration of all the Presidents' gardens.

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Begun in 1926 to connect Chicago to Los Angeles, Route 66 was the country's first major east-west thoroughfare. This title traces the story of The Mother Road from origins to decline, including the roadside attractions and cottage industries it spawned and the efforts to save and restore it.

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Takes you into the real stories of culture, race, politics, and family behind these remnants of a past that has had such impact on the South and on America as a whole and into the story of their preservation. This title measures the architectural legacy against the cruel realities that made it possible.

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Explains the factors that made the era suitable for the development of the steam engine and paddle boat, taking the reader far beyond the romantic image and revealing the steamboat as a vital and essential force in the development of the nation.

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The handsome multicolored streetcar is a nostalgic icon of the some of the most romantic and heritage-rich locales in America, including San Francisco, New Orleans and Chicago, immortalised on stage and screen in classics including 'Meet Me In St Louis' and 'A Streetcar Named Desire'. This title chronicles these vehicles.

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Modern living began with the homes of the 1950s. In what ways did life change for people moving into these swanky new homes, and why has the legacy of the 1950s home endured for so long This title answers these questions and more in this introduction to the homes that embody the golden age of modern design.

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The Shakers sought to create a heaven on earth through a combination of worship, diligent work, and their handicrafts. This book showcases the furniture, textiles, tools and machinery of the Shakers. It was known to the world in twentieth century.