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This in-depth review of Christmas history and traditions in the United States covers a period that many Americans remember well. See Christmas decorating customs, electric lighting innovations, and tree decorations, all of which changed drastically as a result of World War II. This period of Christmas history witnessed the advent of machine-produced glass ornaments, bubble lights, Italian miniature lights, Matchless Stars, and a proliferation of decorations produced in Japan, Europe, and the United States. Included are many historical photos, color pictures of decorations from each decade, a detailed text, and updated value guide.
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Christmas, 1940-1959: A Collectors Guide to Decorations and Customs, Robert Paul Brenner
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- Released
- 2007
- Binding
- (Paperback)
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- Title
- Christmas, 1940-1959: A Collectors Guide to Decorations and Customs
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Robert Paul Brenner
- Publisher
- Schiffer Publishing Ltd
- Released
- 2007
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 160
- ISBN10
- 0764326724
- ISBN13
- 9780764326721
- Series
- Rating
- 4.25 out of 5
- Description
- This in-depth review of Christmas history and traditions in the United States covers a period that many Americans remember well. See Christmas decorating customs, electric lighting innovations, and tree decorations, all of which changed drastically as a result of World War II. This period of Christmas history witnessed the advent of machine-produced glass ornaments, bubble lights, Italian miniature lights, Matchless Stars, and a proliferation of decorations produced in Japan, Europe, and the United States. Included are many historical photos, color pictures of decorations from each decade, a detailed text, and updated value guide.