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BOOK REVIEWS

 

The following are a selection of reviews taken from Amazon.

 

 

Every collector of willow pattern will find this book a wonderful, thoroughly researched resource. It features rare and interesting aspects of willow pattern which are particularly featured in many forms of advertising. The author's passion for a unique take on the willow pattern makes for an entertaining book indeed.

Helen B Dubbo Australia

 

An historic look at the use of the very collectible Blue Willow pattern combined with advertising. Hugh has given collectors a wonderful color presentation of the various forms of advertising incorporating the traditional and recognizable Blue Willow china pattern as a backdrop. A treat for the eye to see how and who marketed theirs wares using Blue Willow. His new book is an informative and comprehensive overview of creative marketing techniques from times gone by. For the thousands of Blue Willow collectors everywhere, I recommend this book - it's the next best thing to owning the pieces!

Brenda H Texas

 

This intro to willow pattern in advertising fills a much needed void. The willow pattern is so universal that interest comes from many collector areas+++pottery, china, paper and now advertising. Hope to see more to come.

Ken K Tennessee

 

Another great addition for those interested in the willow pattern and how it was used in advertising. I found a great political cartoon featuring a Burleigh willow plate and was able to track it down and purchase a copy. Without this book, I would have never known it existed. Hugh has an extensive collection and is able to unearth willow items that are rare and unknown to most collectors.

Nancee R Ohio

 

Hugh's first book on Blue Willow in Advertising was a very well researched and informative item many of us willow collectors have needed for a long time. I've had it since it was first published and just a few months ago got his second book (part 2 to this one) which was also very informative and interesting! Many thanks Hugh for all you fine work.

Michael C Ohio

 

This is a great book and a must-have for any willow collector. So often, we think of willow as just being china or pottery. But there is much more to this pattern than dishes in the kitchen. Sykes does a great job with this second book (get the first one, too) exploring how the willow pattern was used in advertising over the decades. You will be surprised where this centuries-old pattern has popped up. Enjoy!

Jeff S Tennessee

 

 

But, what I truly enjoyed (with both books) are the featured pieces, personal insights and extensive historical background information. These books are not only an essential component of a Willow collectors library, but also encompass other collecting passions, e.g., railroad, military, presidential, music, etc.

Anna M Arizona

 

This is an excellent addition to the first volume I have both. It's amazing the amount of things the Blue Willow pattern is used for.

Ernie N California

 

A wonderful book for Blue Willow collectors. The photos are great. A different take on blue willow collecting. Hugh has done a good job researching. Would recommend it.

Don LF Tennessee

 

I have this book and is so informative with Blue Willow. The author is amazing and a great lecturer. I have learned lots and appreciate the time and research that goes into these type of books.

Sandra B Barnsley UK

 

Fabulous and interesting read! I thoroughly enjoyed and would recommend highly. Can't get over the extensive research that had to be done to find so many pieces of Blue Willow advertising. Great accomplishment for Hugh Sykes!

Fred S Carolinia

 

Hugh has done it again! As a collector of blue willow it was a great addition to my knowledge of this part of collecting! Glad I purchased both of his books!

Suzanne C Pennsylvania

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