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Vintage 1991 Random House Webster's College Dictionary HC Thumb Indexed Red Ref. The red simulated-leather style cover with gold stamping looks sharp on a shelf, and thethumb-indexed tabs make it quick and easy to flip to any letter. • 📘 Title: Random House Webster’s College Dictionary. This listing is for a vintage 1991 Random House Webster’s College Dictionary, a sturdy hardcover reference ideal for students, writers, teachers, and word lovers. The red simulated-leather style cover with gold stamping looks sharp on a shelf, and the thumb-indexed tabs make it quick and easy to flip to any letter. Inside, you’ll find over 1,500 pages of English language definitions, usage notes, pronunciation guides, and writer’s aids from Random House’s respected editorial staff. The pages are clean and very readable, with normal age toning and speckling to the outer page edges. Please note: there is visible wear at the lower spine/hinge area and a tear/crease on the front endpaper, as shown in the photos. The binding remains intact and the book is fully usable as a reference copy. If you want the feel of a classic, pre-digital dictionary on your desk or in your classroom, this is a great, budget-friendly choice. Item specifics: • 📘 Title: Random House Webster’s College Dictionary • 🏢 Publisher: Random House, New York • 📅 Publication year: 1991 • 📚 Format: Hardcover, thumb-indexed reference dictionary • 🌎 Language: English • 📄 Approx. pages: 1,568 pages • 📏 Approx. size: 9.75" H x 7.5" W x 2.5" D (see ruler photo) • 🎓 Level: College / general reference • 🎯 Features: Pronunciation guide, abbreviation key, guide for writers, usage notes • ⚖️ Approx. weight: about 4 lbs (heavy reference volume) • 🧾 Edition details: 1991 Random House Webster’s College Dictionary, thumb-indexed deluxe-style red cover Condition: Good pre-owned condition. Cover shows moderate surface/edge wear and a noticeable split/wear at the lower front hinge. Front endpaper has a tear/crease. Pages have age toning and speckling to the text block edges but are clean, unmarked, and firmly bound. Thumb index tabs are intact. See all photos for the best view of condition. Additional details: Ships securely packed to protect the corners and spine; due to weight, Media Mail is a cost-effective option within the U.S. Great as a working desk dictionary, classroom resource, prop, or vintage-style decor piece. Seller’s note: All items are stored in a smoke-free environment. Colors may appear slightly different on various screens. Please review photos carefully and feel free to ask questions before purchasing. Keywords: Random House Webster’s college dictionary, 1991 Webster’s dictionary, thumb indexed dictionary, vintage hardcover dictionary, red Webster’s college reference, Random House reference book, English language dictionary 1990s, college reference book, writer’s desk dictionary, classroom dictionary, big thick dictionary, 1568 page dictionary, vintage red book decor