George Washington and Continental Uniforms
When George Washington became the leader of the nascent Continental army, he wanted his troops to present as a professional military organization. Although none of Washington's uniforms from the Revolutionary War period are known to have survived, we can look to early prints and paintings to see examples of his and other early Continental uniforms.
Exploring the Dust Jacket Design of Ernest Hemingway's "A Farewell to Arms"
The first edition printing of Ernest Hemingway’s A Farewell to Arms features a striking dust jacket design by the artist Cleonike Damianakes Wilkins, who worked as an illustrator under the pen name of Cleon. Wilkins was known for her distinctive fusion of Art Deco and Hellenistic styles. Read more about her inspiration and thought process as she designed the dust jacket for the book, as well as Hemingway's reaction to the design, in this week's blog.
Theodore Roosevelt and the Rough Riders
The Rough Riders is a unique and compelling account of perhaps the most famous regiment in American history, as told by its Lieutenant, Theodore Roosevelt himself. Read more about this new arrival in this week's blog.
The American Red Cross War Effort
The American Red Cross played a major roll aiding in the war effort. From providing surgical equipment, food, and recreational services to those in active duty, to helping in the recovery of war veterans, the Red Cross and it's many volunteers impacted the lives of many across the world. Read more about it in this weeks blog.
Immigration Influence on War Bond Posters
War Bond posters called on Americans to help with the war effort. Within this outpouring of dynamic posters, many called on a specific audience; the immigrants.
Hemingway Classics
Ernest Hemingway was known for writing novels and other short stories based on his own life, values, and experiences. Read more about his classic novels in this week's blog.
Winston Churchill's "Storia," Signed
This set of books was owned by Winston Churchill's literary agent. One of the volumes is signed by Churchill himself.
The Spy Story to End All Spy Stories: The Success of Casino Royale
Casino Royale was the first of Ian Fleming's many Bond adventures. Read more about this title and the collectible nature of the first edition.
Harper's Weekly's Civil War Reporting
By 1860 the circulation of Harper's Weekly reached 200,000 and it became the nation’s most influential newspaper.
19th Century Broadside Printings of the Emancipation Proclamation
The Emancipation Proclamation enjoyed numerous broadside treatments, from simple printings of the text to those with complex illustrations. They presented 19th century illustrators with an opportunity to shape public opinion, so by studying surviving broadsides, we can glimpse the making of public opinion in the era of emancipation.
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