The Blue China Book

The Blue China Book by Ada Walker Camehl is a novel that follows the life of a young girl named Mary, who grows up in a small town in the mid-1800s. Mary is fascinated by the beautiful blue china that her mother collects, and dreams of one day owning a set of her own. However, her family is poor and Mary's father is an alcoholic, making it difficult for her to achieve her dreams.As Mary grows older, she falls in love with a young man named Tom, who shares her passion for blue china. Together, they search for rare pieces and dream of one day opening their own antique shop. However, their plans are disrupted when Tom is drafted into the Civil War.The book follows Mary's struggles as she navigates love, loss, and the challenges of living in a time of great upheaval. Throughout it all, her love for blue china remains a constant source of comfort and inspiration, reminding her of the beauty that can be found even in the darkest of times.The Blue China Book is a heartwarming and poignant tale of love, hope, and the enduring power of beauty in our lives. It is a must-read for anyone who loves historical fiction or stories of resilience and perseverance in the face of adversity.1916. Early American scenes and history pictured in the pottery of the time with a supplementary chapter describing the celebrated Collection of Presidential China in the White House and a complete checking list of known examples of Anglo-American Pottery. Features over 200 illustrations. Contents: Part I The Country and the Cities of Early America; Part II The American Nation-Builders and Their Work; and Supplementary Chapters.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.