1930 Boy Scouts of America Service Library: Totem Poles (No. 3196)
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Offered for your consideration is an original 1930 printing of Totem Poles: A Happy Hobby for Boys by Robert W. De Groat. Published by the Boy Scouts of America as part of their Service Library (No. 3196), this 52-page softcover manual was designed to inspire youth interest in the traditional craft of totem pole carving.
Highlights:
Instructional Content: Provides step-by-step guidance on carving small poles, selecting materials, and understanding totem design.
Historical Context: Includes sections on the history of totemism, authentic tribal arrangements, and an essay titled "The Totem Talks," reflecting the scouting education of the era.
Vintage Illustrations: Features numerous black-and-white drawings by the author, illustrating various patrol totem designs and carving techniques.
Scouting Ephemera: A quintessential example of the Boy Scout Service Library series, perfect for collectors of vintage scouting manuals or hobbyist guides.
Specifications:
Publication Date: 1930.
Series: Boy Scouts of America Service Library, No. 3196.
Format: Softcover/stapled pamphlet.
Dimensions: Approximately 5.375" x 8".
Condition:
The item is in well-preserved condition, consistent with its age. Please refer to the photos for a detailed view of the cover and interior pages.
Shipping:
Item will be carefully packaged to ensure its safety and shipped via USPS.
$39.70
Sale price
$39.70
Regular price
1930 Boy Scouts of America Service Library: Totem Poles (No. 3196)
$39.70
Sale price
$39.70
Regular price
Offered for your consideration is an original 1930 printing of Totem Poles: A Happy Hobby for Boys by Robert W. De Groat. Published by the Boy Scouts of America as part of their Service Library (No. 3196), this 52-page softcover manual was designed to inspire youth interest in the traditional craft of totem pole carving.
Highlights:
Instructional Content: Provides step-by-step guidance on carving small poles, selecting materials, and understanding totem design.
Historical Context: Includes sections on the history of totemism, authentic tribal arrangements, and an essay titled "The Totem Talks," reflecting the scouting education of the era.
Vintage Illustrations: Features numerous black-and-white drawings by the author, illustrating various patrol totem designs and carving techniques.
Scouting Ephemera: A quintessential example of the Boy Scout Service Library series, perfect for collectors of vintage scouting manuals or hobbyist guides.
Specifications:
Publication Date: 1930.
Series: Boy Scouts of America Service Library, No. 3196.
Format: Softcover/stapled pamphlet.
Dimensions: Approximately 5.375" x 8".
Condition:
The item is in well-preserved condition, consistent with its age. Please refer to the photos for a detailed view of the cover and interior pages.
Shipping:
Item will be carefully packaged to ensure its safety and shipped via USPS.