Let's Bring Back

This superb book is a witty reference of forgotten though commendably chic terms and practices from the past, including explanations and appreciations for things like scented ink, flaming wall torches, paper maps, and porcelain skin. Author and style columnist Lesley Blume invites you to delight in yesteryear nostalgia as you flip through ornately designed pages of definitions complete with illustrations and occasional recipes for semi-extinct fare like figgy pudding and cold fruit soups. Plac... More

This superb book is a witty reference of forgotten though commendably chic terms and practices from the past, including explanations and appreciations for things like scented ink, flaming wall torches, paper maps, and porcelain skin. Author and style columnist Lesley Blume invites you to delight in yesteryear nostalgia as you flip through ornately designed pages of definitions complete with illustrations and occasional recipes for semi-extinct fare like figgy pudding and cold fruit soups. Placing this Victorian-inspired hardback from Chronicle Books on your tea table will charm guests and welcome conversation - maybe even inspire a few timeless item-themed parties or way-back-when crafting sessions!