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Mailorder Homes: Sears Homes And Other Kit Houses (Shire Usa)
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At The Turn Of The Last Century, The American Middle Class Was Expanding Rapidly As Homesteaders Moved West And As Trains Took Travellers Across The Country, Where They Established Themselves In The Depot Towns That Erupted Along Train Lines. With That Growth Came The Demand For New Homes, And From That Demand Grew A New Industry: Mailorder Homes. Sold By Such Makers As Sears, Roebuck & Co., Aladdin, And Montgomery Wards, These Kit Homes Were Shipped By Train, Arriving In Two Boxcars, Which Then Were Offloaded By The Purchasers, Usually With A Team Of Horse And Wagon. In The Boxcars Was Absolutely Everything Needed To Assemble A House, Whether It Be A Vacation Cottage, Modest Bungalow, Or Twoandahalf Storey Home. Literally Tens Of Thousands Of These Affordable Homes Were Sold In The Early 1900S, With Most Built Between 191040. In Mailorder Homes, Historical Architectural Researcher Rebecca Hunter Brings To Life The History Of These Charming Homes, Many Of Which Still Stand In Communities Across The Country. From The Manufacturers Of Mailorder Homes To The Customers Who Bought And Built Them, And From The Styles And Designs To The Boom And Bust Of The Industry, Hunter Explains The History Of These Forgotten Homes. Filled With Illustrations From Mailorder Home Catalogs And Contemporary Photos, This Book Tells The Story Of A Bygone Era Of Residential Architecture.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'Mail-Order Homes: Sears Homes and Other Kit Houses' about? A: 'Mail-Order Homes' explores the history of mail-order homes, particularly those sold by companies like Sears, Roebuck & Co., and Aladdin. It details how these kit homes were shipped, assembled, and their significance in early 20th-century America.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Rebecca Hunter, a historical architectural researcher.
- Q: What type of homes does the book focus on? A: The book focuses on a variety of homes, including vacation cottages, modest bungalows, and larger two-and-a-half storey houses that were sold as kit homes.
- Q: When was 'Mail-Order Homes' published? A: 'Mail-Order Homes' was published on March 20, 2012.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 64 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'Mail-Order Homes' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What kind of illustrations can I expect in the book? A: The book includes illustrations from mail-order home catalogs and contemporary photographs that complement the historical narrative.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in architectural history? A: Yes, the book is well-suited for readers interested in architectural history, particularly the evolution of residential architecture in America.
- Q: What is the target audience for this book? A: The target audience includes history enthusiasts, architecture students, and anyone interested in the story of American homes and residential design.
- Q: Are there any specific styles of homes discussed in the book? A: Yes, the book discusses various architectural styles and designs of mail-order homes that were popular during the early 1900s.