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Children's Toys of Bygone Days
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781025487311
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 284
Weight: 0.88
Height: 0.60 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Children's Toys of Bygone Days is an evocative and comprehensive study of the history and evolution of playthings. This work examines the development of toys from ancient times through the 19th century, offering a deep look into the cultural and social significance of the objects that shaped childhood for generations. Karl Grober provides a detailed narrative that explores the craftsmanship and artistry behind various playthings, ranging from primitive wooden figures to the exquisite mechanical toys and elaborate dollhouses of the European aristocracy.
The text focuses on how toys reflect the spirit of their time, serving as miniature representations of adult life, fashion, and technology. Readers will find insightful descriptions of early puppets, tin soldiers, rocking horses, and educational games, highlighting the transition from unique handcrafted items to the early stages of industrial toy production. By documenting the materials and methods used by master toy-makers of the past, the work emphasizes the enduring artistic value of these objects.
As both a historical record and a tribute to the ingenuity of the past, Children's Toys of Bygone Days is an essential resource for collectors, historians, and anyone interested in the social history of childhood and the timeless appeal of play.
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.
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