Oliver Wendell Holmes Antique Writings Lot Of 8 1895 Riverside Edition Vol. 1-8

$ 52.8

Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Topic: Book Binding: Leather Author: Oliver Wendell Holmes Country of Origin: United States Language: English Special Attributes: Collector's Edition, Illustrated Subject: Americana

Description

Oliver Wendell Holmes Antique Writings Lot Of 8 1895 Riverside Edition Vol. 1-8. Antique Riverside Edition. Covers may show edge wear, rubbing, and light shelf wear consistent with age. Pages are clean and complete with normal age-related toning. The bindings show expected wear from age and use. A collection of 8 antique Riverside Edition volumes by Oliver Wendell Holmes, published by Houghton, Mifflin & Co. (circa 1895). Included volumes: The Poetical Works, Volumes I, II & III (3 volumes) The Poet at the Breakfast-Table Pages from an Old Volume of Life Our Hundred Days in Europe Over the Teacups The Professor at the Breakfast-Table Condition: These are over 125 years old and remain in good vintage condition overall. Pages are clean and complete with normal age-related toning. The bindings show expected wear from age and use. Please note: Some bindings are slightly loose or have minor damage, as shown in the photos. One volume has a back cover that is approximately halfway detached but still present. Covers may show edge wear, rubbing, and light shelf wear consistent with age. Due to their age, some volumes may exhibit minor surface flaking or light shedding of the original binding material when handled or moved. This is typical of antique books of this vintage and does not affect their readability or display value. Please review all photos carefully as they form part of the description. These books make a wonderful addition to a library, collection of American literature, or decorative antique bookshelf. Antique Riverside Edition Published by Houghton, Mifflin & Co., Boston & New York Approximately 1895 printing Original decorative bindings Ideal for collectors, historians, or display. Books will be carefully packed to protect the bindings during shipping.