Oil Lamps: The Kerosene Era in North America

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Pp. [11] 352. “Hundreds of detailed photographs and illustrations are showcased in this beautiful guide of kerosene oil lamps. Inspired by the process and the people involved in the manufacturing of these marvelous lighting devices, Catherine Thuro has documented extensive historical information in this wonderful hardbound volume with over 350 pages. Oil Lamps illustrates the broad range of kerosene lamps that exist today, places them as closely and accurately as possible to the period in which they were first used, and gives the area of original use and manufacturer as known.”

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Book Information

ISBN 087069121x
Published Date 1983
Book Condition Very Good
Jacket Condition Very Good
Binding Hardcover
Size Larger 8vo
Place of Publication New York
Edition Fifth Printing
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Pp. [11] 352. “Hundreds of detailed photographs and illustrations are showcased in this beautiful guide of kerosene oil lamps. Inspired by the process and the people involved in the manufacturing of these marvelous lighting devices, Catherine Thuro has documented extensive historical information in this wonderful hardbound volume with over 350 pages. Oil Lamps illustrates the broad range of kerosene lamps that exist today, places them as closely and accurately as possible to the period in which they were first used, and gives the area of original use and manufacturer as known.”

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Weight 0.85 kg