Prose Writers of America - 1855
| Author: | Geo. B. Cheever |
| Full Title: | The Prose Writers of America. A Collection of Eloquent and Interesting Extracts from the Writings of American Authors |
| Published: |
New York: Leavitt & Allen, 1855 |
A charmingly embossed and gilt mid-19th century period deep red cloth binding. Ornately gilt spine w/ title, gently rubbed, cloth slightly frayed at ends. Boards are similarly embossed in blind w/ interweaving circle designs, cloth split at board corners. Cloth is, overall, lightly soiled. Binding tight and sound. Text block exhibits scattered foxing w/ six full page wood engravings.
In VG+ condition w/ some age-wear. American authors included in this uncommon collection are John Adams, James Fenimore Cooper, Washington Irving, Daniel Webster, Big Elk Maha Chief and Benjamin Franklin. Please note: the cloth of this binding is actually a deep red and NOT an orange as our photos seem to indicate.
Book measures c. 5 3/8" x 7 5/8". 468 pp.
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| Item #: | B2526 |
| Item Title: | The Prose Writers of America |
| Price ($US, shipping not incl.): | $ 85 |
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