The Seasons of America Past

From kites and marbles, "sugaring time," and strawberry picking in the spring, to the weeding season in summer, the fall harvest, and cider-making, this charming book takes readers through a full year's activities. The author's drawings depict cider mills and presses, sleds, pumps, stump-pulling equipment, plows, and other elements of America's rural heritage. A section of old recipes and household hints adds additional color and practical value to this delightful book. 75 black-and-white illustrations; four in color on the covers.

The books of Eric Sloane celebrate the time-honored traditions of early America and remind us of the ties that forever bind us to them. A prolific artist, Sloane created nearly 15,000 paintings and drawings over his lifetime, many of which enhance his delightful books of bygone days.