Valentine Treasury: A Century of Valentine Cards [Hardcover]

Robert Brenner (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: 1999 | Series: Schiffer Book for Collectors With Value Guide

From the first reference to a valentine card in 1625 to modern times, Valentine Treasury - A Century of Valentine Cards celebrates sentimental charm, wit, and romance over the decades in America's valentines. Page after page of colorful valentines ranging from elaborately decorated Victorian pull-downs to simple ones exchanged by schoolchildren in the 60s and 70s are displayed in over 560 spectacular color photographs. European origins as well as American traditions, celebration and card sending customs, card designs and themes, artists and manufacturers from Howland, Whitney, Prang, to Gibson, Hallmark, and American Greetings are included. Anyone who has ever sent or received a valentine will enjoy this fascinating book.

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From Library Journal

Brenner, an author and curator specializing in the study of holiday customs, here looks at valentines produced in America in the 20th century. In chapters arranged by decade, the text details the history and stylistic changes of valentine production, with hundreds of illustrations exhibiting the romance and charm of the cards. Collectors will value the price guides and the descriptions of the production techniques and the various formats. The photographs also act as identification guides for various manufacturers and artists. This comprehensive social history is recommended as a unique guide for serious collectors of ephemera and as a popular history for all who love to give and get valentines.?Judith Yankeilun Lind, Roseland Free P.L., N.J.
Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc.

About the Author

Bob Brenner, of Princeton, Wisconsin, is a leading authority on the traditions of Christmas and other holidays. He lectures and curates major holiday exhibits for the Smithsonian and other museums.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 208 pages
• Publisher: Schiffer Publishing Company; 1st edition (1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764301950
• ISBN-13: 978-0764301957
• Product Dimensions: 11.3 x 8.8 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #874,973 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome book!, January 9, 2011

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A must have for your crafting library! Truly exceptional pictures and great ideas. I'm going to have fun on Valentine's day making my own versions of some of these beautiful cards. Excellent delivery!