Standard Encyclopedia of Carnival Glass

This book is what it says and encyclopedia. I t was not designed for any group beginner or expert. It is well organized and packed with descriptive color pictures. This encyclopedia tells how when and where the glass was made and more important shows patterns to help you recognize what you are looking at. The "Marks" section is worth it in its self. My two favorite objects in the book (of which I am not sure I would want in my house) are: Purple Pickle Paperweight: "Of All the oddities I've come across in carnival glass, this is probably the oddball of all time." Scottie "Surly there isn't a collector that hasn't seen these in the flea market in Scotties, poodles, dear, duckies, or rabbits. They are all covers powder jars, all marigolds, and made near the end of the carnival glass heyday. Still the coloring is usually respectable, and they are cute little things" Personally I do not think they are so cute; but my wife has the "Dear" that was handed down from her mother. Again this book is worth just being aware of the diversity in Carnival Glass.

This is un important and complete carnival glass book. Really first class information,and a good table of prices.

This Edwards & Carwile Encyclopedia is an excellent reference book for the "Carnival Glass" enthusiast. It has clear color photos, large print, is alphabetically listed, has informative descriptions, and a detailed price list. I never go shopping for carnival glass without taking this book; it's a necessary shopping guide. I always find the piece shown, described, and priced in this book. SM

Bill Edwards and Mike Carwile's Standard Encyclopedia Of Carnival Glass, 7th Edition is packed with small but clear color photo examples of glass collector's pieces, with paragraphs of discussion lending insights on makers and products. Insights on the influences of value - such as better color for glass pieces - are present throughout.

Very good. Have found some pieces of C.G. that I have purchased in the Encyclopedia. Wets appetite for more C.G. new & old.