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Author Patrick, Bethanne.

Title An uncommon history of common things / [Bethanne Patrick and John Thompson].

Publication Info. Washington, D.C. : National Geographic, [2009]
©2009

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 Bristol, Main Library - Non Fiction  973 P27    Check Shelf
 Enfield, Main Library - Adult Department  973 PAT    Check Shelf
 Manchester, Whiton Branch - Non Fiction  973 PATRICK    Check Shelf
 New Britain, Main Library - Non Fiction  031.02 PAT    Check Shelf
 South Windsor Public Library - Non Fiction  973 P27U    Check Shelf
 Wethersfield Public Library - Non Fiction  973 PATRICK    Check Shelf
 Windsor Locks Public Library - Adult Department  031.02 PAT    Check Shelf
Description 303 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 25 cm
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references (page 290) and index.
Contents Food & drink : Daily fare -- On the side -- Beverages -- Snacks -- Sweets -- Utensils & containers.
Seasons & holidays : Spring -- Summer -- Fall -- Winter.
Ceremony & customs : Courtesies -- Weddings -- Babies -- Funerals -- All-American.
Symbols & markings : Gestures -- Signs -- Superstitions -- Tributes -- Hair & body markings.
Hearth & home : Buildings -- Houses -- Rooms -- Elements -- Appliances -- Backyard.
Garments & accessories : Clothing -- Underwear -- Headwear -- Footwear -- Fasteners -- Accessories -- Laundry.
Medications & potions : Hygiene -- Beautification -- Health -- First aid.
Toys & games : Old-fashioned fun -- Classic games -- Sports -- Classic toys -- Other pastimes.
Tools & innovations : Tools -- Communication -- Transportation -- Observation -- Weapons -- Medicine -- Economy.
Subject United States -- Civilization -- Miscellanea.
United States -- Civilization -- Chronology.
Added Author Thompson, John M. (John Milliken), 1959-
ISBN 9781426204203 hardback
1426204205 hardback
9781426204210 deluxe
1426204213 deluxe
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