| Postcards from Santa Claus: Sights and Sentiments from the Last Century Contributor(s): Hoffman, Robert C. (Author) |
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ISBN: 075700105X ISBN-13: 9780757001055 Publisher: Square One Publishers OUR PRICE: $13.46 Product Type: Paperback Published: October 2001 Annotation: For well over 150 years, the imaginative illustrations of Santa Claus, alias Kris Kringle and Old Saint Nicholas, have amused adults and delighted children the world over. Since he first appeared in the nineteenth century, his image has been ever-evolving--from that of a thin woodsman dressed in green to that of the jovial rotund figure we know today. In Postcards from Santa Claus, author Robert C. Hoffman presents a collection of over 100 beautifully colored picture postcards that trace the development of Santa throughout the last century. From the turn-of-the-century Santa to the Santa of the Roaring Twenties to the Baby Boomer Santa, we experience a unique visual history of this Christmas icon. In addition to pictures, the book shares with its readers authentic personal messages of love, well wishes, and joy--forzen in time. Throughout are insets that highlight fascinating Santa trivia such as the origin of the Santa legend; the creator of the Santa we see today; Santa's names around the world, and much more. For those who love the spirit of Christmas, Postcards from Santa Claus can evoke wonderful holiday memories all year round. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Antiques & Collectibles | Postcards - Religion | Holidays - Christmas & Advent - History |
| Dewey: 394.266 |
| LCCN: 2001005184 |
| Series: Postcards From...Series |
| Physical Information: 0.48" H x 5.4" W x 8.66" (0.88 lbs) 176 pages |
| Themes: - Holiday - Christmas - Religious Orientation - Christian |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: These unique full-color books capture the events and emotions of times gone by through beautiful postcard images, personal messages, and captivating text. Each book is designed to bring alive not only the sights of the last century, but also the sentiments--whether those of a young actress telling her family that she's landed a job with Rudy Vallee's revue, or of an army corporal letting his friend know that he'll be discharged by Christmas 1941. Perfect as mementos, pictorial histories, and gifts, the Postcards From . . . Series transports you back in time, allowing you to explore the events, places, and people that have enriched our country and our culture. |
Contributor Bio(s): Hoffman, Robert C.: - Robert C. Hoffman is a professional antiques dealer specializing in vintage posters. For over thirty-five years, he has amassed fascinating images of Santa Claus. Numerous pieces from his beautiful collection have appeared on television and been featured in antique expositions and exhibits. |