Stuart Schneider Libros

Exploring the evolution of Space Age artifacts, this book showcases imaginative designs from the early 20th century to contemporary planetary explorations. It delves into the significance of these items, inspiring readers to consider the stories behind them and the broader collecting landscape. By highlighting various related objects, the book aims to answer questions about their historical context and cultural impact, making it a valuable resource for enthusiasts and collectors alike.

Extraordinary cigarette lighters can be found in the strangest of places--in a garage sale, at a swap meet, perhaps even in your own basement. This convenient, revised and updated handheld guide introduces a history of lighters through a comprehensive, alphabetical presentation of styles, organized according to company name and dating from the late 1800s through the 1980s.Well-known makers such as Dunhill, Ronson, Evans, Scripto, and Zippo are included, as well as unusual lighters from lesser known companies. Never before has a book shown such variety of lighters with this much detail and color: over 800 lighters are illustrated along with current updated market values, along with over 35 new images. Whether you are a collector of lighters or interested in design, this book will give you insight into the style, beauty, and value of cigarette lighters. And once you start collecting, it may be hard to break the habit!

This book chronicles the history of Halloween in the 20th century through the evolution of related costumes, Jack-O’-Lanterns, decorations, candy containers, and other treats. One could easily view 20th-century Halloween costumes as being a road map through popular cultural history―they reflect fads, television, space exploration, movies, comics, and personalities that shaped the past hundred years. Historians, collectors of Halloween items, and students of popular culture will find this book offers delightful insight into the styles, variety, and current values of ever-popular Halloween gear.

Featuring a stunning collection of 825 color photographs, this book serves as a comprehensive reference for both collectors and those interested in fluorescent minerals. It showcases these unique specimens in daylight and under ultraviolet light, enhancing their visual appeal. Informative text accompanies the images, making it an invaluable resource for identifying and appreciating the beauty of fluorescent minerals from around the globe.

Revised and Expanded 2nd Edition. Seeing fluorescent minerals up close for the first time is an exciting experience. The colors are so pure and the glow is so seemingly unnatural, that it is hard to believe they are natural rocks. Hundreds of glowing minerals are shown, including Aragonite, Celestine, Feldspar, Microcline, Picropharmacolite, Quartz, Spinel, Smithsonite, plus many more. But dont let the hard-to-pronounce names keep you away. Over 870 beautiful color photographs illustrate how fluorescent minerals look under UV light and in daylight, making this an invaluable field guide.Here are minerals from the United States, including mines in New Jersey, New York, Arizona, and California, as well as beautiful and unusual minerals from Canada, Mexico, Greenland, Italy, Sweden, and other places. Included are values, a comprehensive resources section, plus helpful advice on caring for, collecting, and displaying minerals. The field of collecting fluorescent minerals is relatively new and this is one of the most complete references available.

Featuring 950 photos, this book offers a comprehensive exploration of Abraham Lincoln's enduring legacy over a century after his death. It showcases a variety of artifacts, images, coins, and other memorabilia that illustrate how society continues to honor and remember him. The visual journey provides insight into Lincoln's impact on American culture and history, highlighting the multifaceted ways he is revered today.

The book chronicles Ronson's influential role in the decorative metalware industry from the early 1900s to the mid-1930s. While best recognized for cigarette lighters, the company, originally Art Metal Works, showcased a wide array of products, including metal bookends, hood ornaments, clocks, figurines, and novelty items. This comprehensive documentation highlights the creativity and craftsmanship behind Ronson's diverse offerings, reflecting the company's significant impact on design and manufacturing during that era.