The Elements of a Home

The Elements of a HomeThe Elements of a Home reveals the fascinating stories behind more than 60 everyday household objects and furnishings. Brimming with amusing anecdotes and absorbing trivia, this captivating collection is a treasure trove of curiosities. With tales from the kitchen, the bedroom, and every room in between, these pages expose how napkins got their start as lumps of dough in ancient Greece, why forks were once seen as immoral tools of the devil, and how

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This one-of-a-kind novelty format features cool and quirky characters

encouraging headnotes

Father’s Day gifts for dads who love Star Wars and sharing bedtime stories with their kids

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and anyone curious about the ideas and personalities that have shaped the art of visual communication

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and toasts that speak to the experiences we share in turning our houses into our homes

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Adapted by Cedella Marley