Every Possession Has a History |
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| Author:
| Vickers, Rebecca |
| Series title: | Everything Has a History Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-4329-9586-7 |
| Publication Date: | Jan 2014 |
| Publisher: | Capstone
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| Imprint: | Heinemann |
| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $36.65USD $36.65USD $27.49 |
Book Description:
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Clothes, toys, gadgets, family heirlooms - we are surrounded by possessions. Many of them look ordinary, yet they may have surprising stories to tell. When were they made, and who first used them? Who was awarded a medal, and why? This book will help you discover these hidden tales for yourself. It explains basic research techniques, and guides you to the best places to find revealing evidence.
Clothes, toys, gadgets, family heirlooms - we are surrounded by possessions. Many of them look ordinary, yet they may have surprising stories to tell. When were they made, and who first used them? Who was awarded a medal, and why? This book will help you discover these hidden tales for yourself. It explains basic research techniques, and guides you to the best places to find revealing evidence.