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The Origin And Manufacture Of Playing Cards (1889)

The Origin And Manufacture Of Playing Cards (1889)

Clulow, George

Hardcover

Games & Activities GeneralFiction AnthologiesGeneral Military History

ISBN10: 1161980377
ISBN13: 9781161980370
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 23 2010
Pages: 44
Weight: 0.89
Height: 0.25 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
The Origin and Manufacture of Playing Cards is a comprehensive guide to the history and production of playing cards, written by George Clulow and first published in 1889. The book covers the origins of playing cards, their evolution over time, and the various techniques used to manufacture them. It includes detailed descriptions of the materials and tools used in card-making, as well as instructions for printing, cutting, and finishing the cards. Additionally, the book explores the symbolism and iconography of playing cards, including their use in fortune-telling and divination. Clulow's work provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of playing cards, their cultural significance, and the intricate craftsmanship required to produce them.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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