Examines the art of the siversmith in colonial times.

Introduces the history of blacksmithing and discusses the techniques, products, well-known blacksmiths, and commercial importance of this trade in colonial America.

Surveys the history and technique of shoemaking in colonial America, noting the influence of the craftsman and his craft on Revolutionary times.

Traces the early history of pottery in Colonial America with descriptions of the clay used, techniques of making and decoratingpots, and a listing of some of the famous potters of the time.

Traces the history of shipbuilding in the American colonies anddescribes each step in the building of an eighteenth-century ship.

Describes the advent of the wig as a fashion necessity in France and England, illustrates popular styles of eighteenth-century wigs, and explains the colonial wigmaker's technique in construction and care of the wig.

Describes what education and the schools were like in colonial times.

Relates the history of the gods and goddesses worshipped by the ancient Egyptians and describes how they were depicted.

Describes colonial fur trade and its influence on the Hat Act and American independence; and examines the technique of the colonial hatter, describing hat styles, materials, and construction.