Ristine james (34 Ergebnisse)

Paperback. Zustand: Good. From the 1890s through the 1920s, the postcard was an extraordinarily popular means of communication, and many of the postcards produced during this golden age can today be considered works of art. Postcard photographers traveled the length and breadth of the nation snapping photographs of busy street scenes, documenting local landmarks, and assembling crowds of local children only too happy to pose for a picture. These images, printed as postcards and sold in general stores across the country, survive as telling reminders of an important era in America's history. This fascinating new history of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, and its famous battlefield, showcases more than two hundred of the best vintage postcards available.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Atlantic City was founded in 1854 and soon became a seaside resort surpassing all others, earning the nickname "Queen of Resorts." Chronicling the glory of the city from 1900 to 1930, these vintage postcards depict a time when visitors were eager to stroll on a local invention, the boardwalk; frolic on the beach; ride a rolling chair; and buy saltwater taffy. The annual Easter parade and Miss America Pageant became Atlantic City traditions. Amusement piers offered vaudeville, band concerts, thrill rides, diving horses, fishnet hauls, and more. Visitors stayed in grand hotels, among the largest and finest in the world. Through more than 200 postcard images, the amazing spirit of this historic resort town is revealed.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Atlantic City was founded in 1854 and soon became a seaside resort surpassing all others, earning the nickname "Queen of Resorts." Chronicling the glory of the city from 1900 to 1930, these vintage postcards depict a time when visitors were eager to stroll on a local invention, the boardwalk; frolic on the beach; ride a rolling chair; and buy saltwater taffy. The annual Easter parade and Miss America Pageant became Atlantic City traditions. Amusement piers offered vaudeville, band concerts, thrill rides, diving horses, fishnet hauls, and more. Visitors stayed in grand hotels, among the largest and finest in the world. Through more than 200 postcard images, the amazing spirit of this historic resort town is revealed.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Illustrated. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Zustand: Very Good. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Illustrated. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Zustand: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Zustand: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Zustand: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: fine. Illustrated softcovers. 128 p. Reproductions of more than 200 vintage postcards provide a fascinating, nostalgic look back at the early 1900s in the South Jersey Shore towns of the Wildwoods (Wildwood Crest, Holly Beach, Wildwood and Anglesea, now North Wildwood). Fine.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. In 1926, the city of Philadelphia hosted the Sesqui-Centennial International Exposition to honor the 150th anniversary of American independence. The exposition featured four major exhibition palaces where innovations and advancements in science, technology, education, industry, and agriculture were displayed. An additional fifth palace was dedicated to the fine arts, and foreign nations and individual states erected their own buildings as well. The exposition's theme of patriotism was showcased through the re?created High Street of 1776, a favorite for many. Visitors were also entertained and delighted as they experienced areas known as Treasure Island and the Gladway, where all manner of amusements abounded. Crowds were drawn to the many sporting and cultural events held in the newly built stadium. Even the grounds of the navy yard were opened to the public, allowing citizens views of historic and modern naval vessels and military exhibits. By these offerings, and many others, the Sesqui-Centennial International Exposition celebrated the nation's past, present, and future. …

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. In 1926, the city of Philadelphia hosted the Sesqui-Centennial International Exposition to honor the 150th anniversary of American independence. The exposition featured four major exhibition palaces where innovations and advancements in science, technology, education, industry, and agriculture were displayed. An additional fifth palace was dedicated to the fine arts, and foreign nations and individual states erected their own buildings as well. The exposition's theme of patriotism was showcased through the re?created High Street of 1776, a favorite for many. Visitors were also entertained and delighted as they experienced areas known as Treasure Island and the Gladway, where all manner of amusements abounded. Crowds were drawn to the many sporting and cultural events held in the newly built stadium. Even the grounds of the navy yard were opened to the public, allowing citizens views of historic and modern naval vessels and military exhibits. By these offerings, and many others, the Sesqui-Centennial International Exposition celebrated the nation's past, present, and future. …

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. 128 p., clean and unmarked anywhere on fine unaged paper; wonderful period photos; binding tight; clean photographic wrapper with minimal wear.

Softcover. Zustand: Near Fine. First Edition. [nice clean book, virtually as-new with just the teensiest bump at the lower right corner of the front cover]. Trade PB (B&W and color facsimiles) This book employs reproductions of more than 250 postcards to tell the life story of the 16th President. (It also functions as a price guide, with values stated for each card, although that aspect is somewhat out of date by now.) ****NOTE that additional postage charges will be assessed for international shipping of this moderately heavy book; if this concerns you, please contact us for a shipping quote before placing your order.****. …

Softcover. Zustand: fine. Softcover. 128 pp. Illustrated history of the Wildwoods, towns located just above Cape May at the southern tip of New Jersey, More than 200 vintage postcards are reproduced. Fine.

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. 128 pages. 9.25x6.50x0.50 inches. In Stock.

Zustand: New. 2009. Paperback. . . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Zustand: New. 2008. Illustrated. paperback. . . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Zustand: New. 1999. Paperback. . . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Zustand: New. Num Pages: 127 pages, 384 color photos. BIC Classification: WCS; WNCS1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 281 x 10. Weight in Grams: 638. . 2009. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Zustand: New. Enjoy fascinating look at the life of this extraordinary historic figure. Beginning in the backwoods of Kentucky, Abraham Lincoln's life story is toldfrom his childhood and young adulthood to becoming a businessman, soldier, surveyor, lawyer, politician, Num Pages: 144 pages, 270 postcards. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JH; AJC; BGH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 278 x 219 x 13. Weight in Grams: 730. . 2008. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.…

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. 128 pages. 9.25x6.50x0.31 inches. In Stock.

Zustand: New. &Uumlber den AutorJames D. Ristine has written several books in Arcadia Publishing s Postcard History Series. Allen Pergament, known widely as Boo, is an Atlantic City native and historian.KlappentextAtlant.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Atlantic City was founded in 1854 and soon became a seaside resort surpassing all others, earning the nickname Queen of Resorts. Chronicling the glory of the city from 1900 to 1930, these vintage postcards depict a time when visitors were eager to stroll.

Zustand: New. &Uumlber den AutorAuthor James D. Ristine is an avid historian and postcard collector. With the help of local historical societies, he is pleased to present this fascinating history of the Wildwoods.

Kartoniert / Broschiert. Zustand: New. &Uumlber den AutorJames D. Ristine was born in Philadelphia and is both an avid collector of postcards and a history enthusiast. He is the author of several books in Arcadia s Postcard History Series.Klappentext.