Lanterns That Lit Our World: How to Identify, Date and Restore Old Railroad, Marine, Fire, Carriage, Farm and Other Lanterns (Paperback)

by Anthony Hobson (Author)

Product Details

• Paperback: 231 pages
• Publisher: Golden Hill Press (July 1991)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0961487658
• ISBN-13: 978-0961487652
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.9 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #534,284 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Solid basic reference and tutorial on the subject., June 1, 1999

By A Customer

This was the first book I bought on this subject, and I found it invaluable as an introduction to early lantern manufacturers and lighting technology. The author clearly explains the different fuels available at different historical periods, and the technologies that utilized them. Contains many very clear reproductions from early catalogs organized by manufacturers in an easy to read reference format. Using the entries here, it is easy to locate the manufacturer, model, relative date of manufacture, and background on most commonly-encountered lanterns. The rarity guide is somewhat lacking in timeliness and should be updated, however. Despite that, I also recommend this author's Book Two as a useful addition and supplement to this book. Advanced collectors would likely be disappointed, but novices and experienced collectors will find this book interesting and informative.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding!, May 31, 2001

By	Dennis Hearn (NYC, NY) - See all my reviews

Along with a brief history of American lanterns, Mr. Hobson offers information on the anatomy of lanterns including how they work, identification of parts, materials, finishes and markings. Seventeen different US manufactures and their lanterns are identified and illustrated with detailed specifications. Excellent advice for collectors in locating, identifying and pricing, as well as, repair, restoration and care of lanterns. From a well respected member of lamp and lantern researchers.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Lanterns that lit our world , May 27, 2007

By	Daniel P. Ryan - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Great book . very informative.. Good section on repair and identifiying.