American Family of the Civil War Era Paper Dolls in Full Color

by Tom Tierney

Travel back in time to the turbulent era of the American Civil War! This unique paper doll collection features 9 dolls, depicting three generations of a family. Their wardrobe of 36 authentic costumes offers realistic views of how people worked and played during the Civil War era. Extensive notes on apparel, fabrics, accessories, hairstyles, and other fashion elements provide fascinating period details.

32 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1985

About the author

Tom Tierney 8 October 1928 - 12 July 2014) was a prolific creator of paper doll books. He was trained as an artist and worked as an illustrator for department stores before turning to paper dolls in the 1970s.

"Meticulously drawn and colored, and annotated with historical information, Mr. Tierney’s paper-doll books are not just for children — and some are not for children at all. His aim, he often said, was to contribute to the visual literature of costume history," noted his New York Times obituary.

"Pope John Paul II, shown a copy of Mr. Tierney’s book about him by a visitor to the Vatican, blessed it and asked where he might get one of his own."