Copyright 2007
G. Gedney Godwin, Inc.
Books, CDs & DVDs Relating to the 18th Century
"A Soldier's Journey" by E. L. Kurtz: This CD contains seventeen tracks of colonial songs and music that include titles such as "Over the Hills and Far Away," Greensleeves," "The British Grenadiers," "The Escape of Old John Webb" and many others. Over 54 minutes of music.
Price: $15.00
"Yorktown; Battle for Victory: This extensive and exclusive DVD celebrates the 225th anniversary
reenactment of America's momentous 1781 Revolutionary War victory at Yorktown, VA.
The four-day commemorative event was held October 19-20, 2006 with many of the
events staged on the original battlefield. Our cameras were embedded with the
reenactors on the field and in their camps, carrying the viewer on this journey to final
victory in the American Revolution. 90 minutes. 2007. Produced by LionHeart
FilmWorks.
Price: $24.95
"Von Steuben's Continentals: The First American Army" DVD: This brand new Revolutionary War Docu-drama is a
live-action, full-color film detailing the creation and drill of the
Revolutionary War American soldier from the defeats as a militia rabble in 1776 to success
after Valley Forge in 1779-1781. It details all of the movements in Baron Von Steuben's
"Blue Book" drill manual, as well as detailing the various uniforms, equipment,
weapons, camps, marching, soldier life in camp, food and battles of the Continental
Soldier. This is a high-quality, first-of-its kind documentary, using actors and
re-enactors in authentic uniforms and settings to tell the story of the men of this great
Army. This is the first in a planned 35 DVD "American Soldier Series" detailing
the lives, times and world of the American fighting men (and women) through history.
WINNER "BEST DOCUMENTARY" AT THE 28TH ANNUAL TELLY AWARDS INTERNATIONAL
COMPETITION. 45 minutes. 2006. Produced by LionHeart FilmWorks.
Price: $20.00
"The Battle of Green Spring" 225th Anniversary Re-enactment DVD: The
first re-enactment ever of this important Virginia Battle - July 6, 1781. An event to commemorate the anniversary of
this, the largest stand-up fight of the Revolution in Virginia. Intense combat,
original music, and a documentary about the original battle and the recent
effort to save the battlefield lands from development. Our cameras were
"embedded" with the 18th century re-enactors for a
unique documentary experience. 45 minutes. 2006. Produced by LionHeart FilmWorks.
Price: $20.00
"Farmers and Honest Men": Farmers and Honest Men is a welcome look at a little known chapter in American history. Through the eyes of Henry and John Ruiter we witness the lives of the early settlers in New York who forged their homes from the rugged wilderness and whose lives were uprooted by the American Revolution.
Price: $24.95
"Sketch Book": This is a
fascinating series of pen and ink drawings of uniforms, weapons and accoutrements used by
the American soldier, very carefully researched and accurately drawn, and having patterns
from which the articles - from a uniform coat to a pocket knife - can actually be made.
The re-enactor will find himself avoiding many sorry errors in the gathering of his kit if
he uses this excellent book as a reference.
Price: $5.95
"Distaff Sketch Book": By the same author as "Sketch Book `76" comes one for
the ladies. Fascinating drawings of the great lady in her ball gown; the trademan's wife,
the camp follower - all depicted in detail with patterns in miniature. What "Sketch
Book `76" is designed to do for the soldier this book is destined to do for the
women.
Price: $5.95
"American Soldier of the
Revolutionary War": A very well done and
much needed condensation of von Steuben's "Regulations." All of the drill of the
soldier is included, beautifully illustrated, shows the facings and wheelings and
maneuvers of the troops of units up to and including battalion size. There is even an
excellent list of the equipment necessary to the 18th century soldier - for both summer
and winter. It even describes equipment for Militia units! This 62 page book will permit
any American unit to train and equip its members accurately and authentically. Soft bound.
Price: $6.95
"Collectors Encyclopedia of
the American Revolution" by George Neumann: This book ends guess work by supplying pictures of
original artifacts, not vague sketches that need to be interpreted. Included are military
artifacts as well as common items of the day. Want to know if that 20th century wine glass
is of 18th century design? It's in here! From cannons to writing implements, this book
will be in the forefront of your reference library.
Price: $29.95
"Swords and Blades of the
American Revolution" by George Neumann: This book abounds with photographs of original pieces
and gives brief but complete descriptions and points of interest. Each chapter begins with
a basic history and explanation of terminology.
Price: $24.95
"Gunsmith of Greenville County
- Building the American Long Rifle" by Peter A.
Alexander: An amazing resource book for building the long rifle. Spiral
bound for easy reading in the workshop. 394 pages.
Price: $29.95
"Advice to Officers of the
British Army with the Addition of Some Hints to the Drummer and Private Soldier": The classic reprint is back! Written in 1783 the author gives a
hilarious job description to all fractions of the British Army with full blown irony. Take
a look at what your "real" job is in the army, and guess what? It's as true
today as it was then!
Price: $9.95
"The Servant's Directory, Improved" or "House Keeper's Companion"
: Wherein the duties of the Chamber-maid, Nursery-maid, House-maid, Laundry-maid, Scullion or Undercook, are fully and distinctly explained. To which is added, Cookery and Pickling sufficient to qualify a person to act as THOROUGH SERVANT in any family.Price: $6.95
"The Tin Whistle Tune
Book" compiled by William White: Even the
most unmusical people can readily master the tin whistle and begin playing in no time. Mr.
White has selected a variety of 35 songs which were popular in the 18th century. They are
all documented and kept in their original form; without being altered or
"improved", This music can also be used for playing on a fife, flute or violin
without altering key signatures.
Price: $2.95
"The Williamsburg
Cookbook": What "The King's
Bread" is to military field cooking, this book is to the dining room. These are the
actual recipes from the taverns at Colonial Williamsburg. There are 193 of the most
unusual and memorable dishes written in quantities and procedures for today's kitchen.
Admittedly a portion of the recipes are contemporary; for instance appetizers as we know
them today did not appear until Prohibition. This hard back edition also contains
suggested menus for the most formal occasions to those for family fare and holidays.
Price: $19.95
"The Williamsburg Art of
Cookery": This is a faithful
representation of 18th Century Virginia recipes derived from a number of sources and
presented in true 18th Century manor. Each is carefully documented and its earliest known
date given. The assortment of recipes is large and varied with a particularly good
selection of deserts and punches.
Price: $12.95
"The Scottish Dirk," by James Forman. A very informative parallel of Scottish history
and the metamorphosis of the dirk.
Price: $5.95
"Highland Military
Discipline".
Price: $5.95
"Militia Man, F&I period
Manual of Arms".
Price: $9.95
"Washington’s Army
I"- Osprey.
Price: $11.95
"Washington’s Army
II"- Osprey.
Price: $11.95
"Wolfe's Army" - Osprey: With so little information available about the F&I period, it is a pleas