1940 Heritage Press History of New York Washington Irving Painted Slipcase
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Description
1940 Heritage Press History of New York Washington Irving Painted Slipcase. Format Hardcover w/ Slipcase. Making this copy truly one-of-a-kind is its slipcase, which has been custom-painted, transforming this classic text into a unique piece of shelf art. The Exterior: The vibrant yellow boards and blue spine labeling are clean and bright. History of New York by Washington Irving (The Heritage Press) Classic American Satire 1940 Heritage Press Edition Custom Painted Slipcase Includes Original Sandglass A History of New York By Diedrich Knickerbocker Written by Washington Irving Format Hardcover w/ Slipcase Publisher The Heritage Press Year 1940 The Blueprint of American Humor Published originally in 1809 under the pseudonym Diedrich Knickerbocker, Washington Irving's A History of New York is widely considered the first great book of American comic literature. Blending historical fact with wildly exaggerated fiction, Irving delivers a sharp, detached, and hilarious satire aimed at the self-important bureaucracy and absurd political maneuverings of the early Dutch colonists of New Netherland. This masterful critique of systemic historical narratives established the word "Knickerbocker" in the American lexicon and cemented Irving's legacy as a foundational literary voice. ★ A Unique Heritage Artifact This beautifully bound 1940 Heritage Press edition includes the highly prized, original Sandglass insert (Number VII:17). Making this copy truly one-of-a-kind is its slipcase, which has been custom-painted, transforming this classic text into a unique piece of shelf art. Condition Assessment: Very Good (VG) This vintage hardcover is structurally sound and offers a pristine reading experience. The Interior: The binding remains perfectly tight and secure. The pages are immaculate, crisp, and 100% free of any writing, markings, or highlighting. The original Sandglass newsletter is included and well-preserved. The Exterior: The vibrant yellow boards and blue spine labeling are clean and bright. The accompanying slipcase has been custom-painted and displays some minor, standard shelf wear, but remains completely sturdy and functional. Securely Packaged · Ships Same or Next Business Day JT ENTERPORTALS ❖ ENLIGHTENING MINDS
