Pictorial essay on fireplaces from the 17th century through the 20th century also covering iron fireplaces, chimney doctors, chimney sweeps, andirons, accessories, and even fireplace cookery with recipes to use in a fireplace. (352pp. illus ...

This book is intended for homeowners, architects, chimney sweeps, fireplace designers, contractors, and masons. If you follow the advice set forth in Fireplace Secrets, you will be guaranteed many years of fireplace satisfaction.

The decorating tips for rooms with fireplaces cover everything from furniture choices to mantel decorations to selecting and maintaining fireplaces and stoves.

Reprint of the original, first published in 1882.