William Waits (40 results)

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Condition: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Poor.

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Trade Paperback. Condition: Very Good. 267pp. Trade paperback, VG, no names or markings, index, chapter notes, b&w photos, a look at Christmas past and why Christmas present is the way it is.

267pp. Illustrated in black and white Covers curled at edges, spine sunned, else nice clean tight bright copy: VG.

Paperback. Condition: As New. Second printing. 2nd printing. Softbound book in like new condition. Book is clean and crisp, with one area at bottom of text block where some blue color has rubbed onto the block, and a very small edge crimp on pages 263-265. No creases to spine or wear to cover; book appears unread.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Reprint. The American Social Experience; 8.9 X 5.9 X 0.7 inches.

dvd. Condition: Used - Good. Sticker residue from previous seller on spine.

dvd. Condition: Used - Acceptable. Clear plastic cover over case is torn at center.

Hardcover. Condition: As New. Dust Jacket Condition: As New. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover in dust jacket. First printing. As new condition, crisp and clean, in equally fine dust jacket. Illustrated throughout. 267 pp. Including index. Free of any markings, not ex-library. ; 8vo 8" - 9" tall. …

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. 1982 1st ed. 120pp. total. illus. paperback sm 4tos: Very Good+ [Vol. 3 has a small stain speck top edge; else VG+] Three colorful early volumes on the 1982 Falklands War in the Osprey Men-At-Arms Series under the editorship of Martin Windrow. Chappell, Mike (illustrator). …

Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: New. In days of old, Christmas was defined by the custom of exchanging simple handmade gifts. Today, it has become a multi-billion industry, synonymous with commercialism and consumption. How did this transformation occur? In this incisive and engaging examination of how Christmas has evolved since 1880, Waits chronicles the history of the holiday, from its origin to its current form. The book is illustrated with dozens of historical photographs and will be of interest to cultural and social historians alike. Christmas was a relatively modest occasion in the English- speaking world, celebrated by the exchange of modest handmade gifts, until the Victorians invested the holiday with immense significance as part of a larger effort to celebrate home, family, and a mythic past of well-ordered communities. By the late 19th century, Christmas had become a major American festival. Today, it is a multi-billion dollar industry and easily the most important seasonal event of the year. In this survey of the modern American Christmas, William Waits shows us how this holiday emerged, tracing its evolution from the days prior to 1880 when people presented one another with simple crafted presents to the turn of the century when industrialization brought with it waves of inexpensive, tawdry gimcracks. In the early twentieth century, reform-minded Americans reflecting on the new Christmas prompted a backlash against this cheapening of the Yule tradition, and the Christmas card was born. Henceforth, family members and close friends exchanged useful, costly items, while cards were sent to acquaintances and distant relatives. These reformers also persuaded retail stores to keep their regular hours of business during the holiday, rather than lengthening them, to give trade workers the opportunity to join in the celebration. They also rationalized the collection and distribution of holiday charity, resulting in the Christmas celebration we have today. Waits's book clearly illustrates that the notion that Christmas is uncontrollable is simply untrue. An incisive and engaging history of giftgiving, The Modern Christmas in Americaalso examines the differing traditions of giftgiving to friends, employees, the poor, and among entire communities. Handsomely illustrated with dozens of historical photographs, this book is not only the perfect holiday gift but will also be of interest to any student of American history and culture.…

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. The Modern Christmas in America: A Cultural History of Gift Giving. Book.

Condition: new.

Condition: New. pp. 290.

Condition: New. In this survey of the modern American Christmas, Waits shows how this holiday emerged, tracing its evolution from the days prior to 1880 to the present day. In addition, he examines the differing traditions of giftgiving to friends, employees, the poor, and among communtys. Series: The Modern Christmas in America. Num Pages: 290 pages, 77 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JH; 3JJ; HBTB; JFC; JHBT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 18. Weight in Grams: 454. . 1994. Revised ed. Paperback. . . . . …

Condition: New. In English.

Condition: New.

Paperback / softback. Condition: New. New copy - Usually dispatched within 4 working days.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: New. pp. 290.

Condition: New. In this survey of the modern American Christmas, Waits shows how this holiday emerged, tracing its evolution from the days prior to 1880 to the present day. In addition, he examines the differing traditions of giftgiving to friends, employees, the poor, and among communtys. Series: The Modern Christmas in America. Num Pages: 290 pages, 77 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JH; 3JJ; HBTB; JFC; JHBT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 18. Weight in Grams: 454. . 1994. Revised ed. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland. …

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 272 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.75 inches. In Stock.

paperback. Condition: New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title.

Paperback. Condition: New. In days of old, Christmas was defined by the custom of exchanging simple handmade gifts. Today, it has become a multi-billion industry, synonymous with commercialism and consumption. How did this transformation occur? In this incisive and engaging examination of how Christmas has evolved since 1880, Waits chronicles the history of the holiday, from its origin to its current form. The book is illustrated with dozens of historical photographs and will be of interest to cultural and social historians alike. Christmas was a relatively modest occasion in the English- speaking world, celebrated by the exchange of modest handmade gifts, until the Victorians invested the holiday with immense significance as part of a larger effort to celebrate home, family, and a mythic past of well-ordered communities. By the late 19th century, Christmas had become a major American festival. Today, it is a multi-billion dollar industry and easily the most important seasonal event of the year. In this survey of the modern American Christmas, William Waits shows us how this holiday emerged, tracing its evolution from the days prior to 1880 when people presented one another with simple crafted presents to the turn of the century when industrialization brought with it waves of inexpensive, tawdry gimcracks. In the early twentieth century, reform-minded Americans reflecting on the new Christmas prompted a backlash against this cheapening of the Yule tradition, and the Christmas card was born. Henceforth, family members and close friends exchanged useful, costly items, while cards were sent to acquaintances and distant relatives. These reformers also persuaded retail stores to keep their regular hours of business during the holiday, rather than lengthening them, to give trade workers the opportunity to join in the celebration. They also rationalized the collection and distribution of holiday charity, resulting in the Christmas celebration we have today. Waits's book clearly illustrates that the notion that Christmas is uncontrollable is simply untrue. An incisive and engaging history of giftgiving, The Modern Christmas in Americaalso examines the differing traditions of giftgiving to friends, employees, the poor, and among entire communities. Handsomely illustrated with dozens of historical photographs, this book is not only the perfect holiday gift but will also be of interest to any student of American history and culture.…