History of the Star Spangled Banner from 1814 to the Present (1976 Hardcover)
Language: English
Published by U.S. Department of the Interior and the National Park Service, Washington, 1976
- Hardcover
- Used
Seller: R. Siedlecki Vintage Books -- Collectible Bookseller, Roswell, GA, U.S.A.R. Siedlecki Vintage Books -- Collectible Bookseller
AbeBooks seller since September 16, 2025
Condition: Used - Near fine
£ 41.56
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1969/1976. Hardcover. Book reprinted for the American Revolution Bicentennial, 1976. Tall white hardcover, American flag on cover, blue lettering, 425 pages. Condition: Faint age toning, and several foxing marks on edges; light shelf wear; else overall Near Fine. Free of cracks, tears to binding, stickers and bookplates, writing and underlines in text, and page tears. Vintage photos and illustrations are vivid, text for very readable. Book was maintained in temperature-controlled environment (not a former smoker's book). And not a former library book. This hefty book presents, in clear detail, the study of the writing and subsequent history of America's national anthem, The Star Spangled Banner, from 1814 to the present. Here is a detailed overview of the famous flag, footnotes, history, development, the banner's first appearance in the press media, the poetic message, the background of the music, the banner during the Civil War, adoption of the banner by the Navy and Army, and more. Well written, very historical - and collectible. Note: We are a well-established, well-respected, ethical book dealer in business since 1991. We describe the condition of our books thoroughly and honestly, so you'll know exactly what you will be receiving when you order. We ship promptly. …
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Bibliographic details
- Title
- History of the Star Spangled Banner from 1814 to the Present (1976 Hardcover)
- Author
- Svejda, George J
- Publisher
- U.S. Department of the Interior and the National Park Service, Washington
- Publication year
- 1976
- Condition
- Near Fine
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
R. Siedlecki Vintage Books -- Collectible Bookseller
Roswell, GA, U.S.A.
AbeBooks seller since September 16, 2025
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We are a well-established, well-respected book dealer who is professional, honest, and ethical in our business dealings. We tend to describe each book in a reserved, conservative manner, rather than oversell a book or sidestep the responsibility of addressing its flaws. Book club editions and library books along with books without dustjackets (if they came with dustjackets) are pointed out in our descriptions. We describe our books in detail, pointing out the precise condition of each book based on our opinion. It's your assurance that the book we describe is as close as possible to the book you will receive. In business since 1991, we typically have the highest ratings on major web sites. It will be a pleasure to serve you. R. Siedlecki R. Siedlecki Vintage Books…
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