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OverviewThe books of Eric Sloane celebrate the time-honored traditions of early America-from the crafting of furniture to the building of barns to the folk wisdom that sustains us-and they're reminders of the heartfelt ties that will forever bind us to these rural arts. Two books, one co-written with Eric Hatch, are combined here in one splendid volume, enhanced by Sloane's delightful illustrations and filled with a treasure trove of lore on a unique subject. Spirited reminders of yesteryear, clamoring bells in all their forms - from sleigh bells to church bells - ring out for America and freedom. In this charmingly illustrated book that begins in ancient times, Sloane and Hatch share their boundless enthusiasm for the subject, covering types, sounds, and famous bells, including the revered Liberty Bell which once heralded the American Revolution, and the world's largest bell - one that never tolled. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Eric Sloane , Eric HatchPublisher: Dover Publications Inc. Imprint: Dover Publications Inc. Dimensions: Width: 16.50cm , Height: 0.90cm , Length: 23.40cm Weight: 0.260kg ISBN: 9780486468266ISBN 10: 0486468267 Pages: 144 Publication Date: 24 April 2009 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: No Longer Our Product Availability: In Print ![]() This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsForeword 1. How the Bells Began 2. The Biggest Bell in the World 3. The Bell of Port Royal 4. Change Ringing 5. Change Ringers 6. Carillons and Carillonics 7. Sounds and Legends 8. Inscriptions on Bells 9. Founders and Foundries 10. The Liberty Bell Appendix Author's Note The Bells of Early America Bells on the Move Bombs Bursting in Air The Liberty Bell PostscriptReviewsAuthor InformationThe books of Eric Sloane celebrate the time-honored traditions of early America. A prolific artist, Sloane created nearly 15,000 paintings and drawings over his lifetime, many of which enhance his delightful books of begone days. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |