The Cracker Barrel

By Eric Sloane

Book Overview

The old-time country store was more than just an emporium. With its pot-bellied stove and barrel of common crackers within reach of whoever had the time for chatting, this time-honored institution was also a general meeting house, a public forum, and an entertainment center. With words both wise and droll and his inimitable line drawings, Eric Sloane recreates the flavor of the country store in all its delightful moods and poses. Includes sage opinions on everything from the American necktie, almanacs, and capitalism to "the good old days." 55 illustrations.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0486441016
• ISBN13: 9780486441016
• Release Date: February 2005
• Publisher: Dover Publications
• Length: 109 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.4" x 11.2"

Customer Reviews

Sittin' an' a' Spittin'

Excerpts from a newspaper column on the trials and tribulations of american life. Funny and serious all in one. Very light reading.

Another Eric Sloane great!

All his books are fascinating reading and this one is no exception. These are a series of short (1-2 page) essays providing insight into the days of yesteryear. The topics are usually offbeat, but very interesting making you think about something you had probably been taking for granted. (For example, the piece on neckties.) It's just a slim paperback, but would make an excellent coffee table pickup.