This reference guide details the history and identification of glass produced by the Lancaster Glass Company between 1908 and 1937. The book explores early crystal lines like Colonial and the 411 Crown Line, progressing to the more ornate molded colored lines of the mid to late 1930s, such as Garden Trellis and Cable. It also clarifies the relationships between Lancaster Glass Company, its sister company Standard Glass Manufacturing Company, and the Monongah Glass Co. The work provides collectors with detailed information for identification and understanding of the company's various glass lines.

This reference work is designed to be a comprehensive guide for collectors of Lancaster Glass Company products. The inclusion of over 325 color photographs, catalog reprints, and detailed etch views aims to provide clarity and understanding for identification purposes. The book also offers practical information such as values and dimensions for known pieces, along with cross-referencing and origin validation to assist collectors. A full bibliography is provided to support further research.