Brosseau Ray Compiler (1 results)
Language: English
Published by New York: American Heritage Press, 1970, New York, 1970
- Hardcover
- First Edition
Seller: Wabash Museum Books, Mount Carmel, IL, U.S.A.Wabash Museum Books
Contact seller5-star sellerHardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Poor. First Edition. Hard Cover. Fine/Poor. First Edition. Folio - over 12" - 15" tall. 352 page engaging collection of articles, cartoons, editorials, and advertisements--all of which appeared originally in American magazines between 1895 and 1905 reflects the optimism that pre…vailed at that time. America looked forward wtih a confidence befitting citizens of a yound prosperous nation that was rapidly becoming a major world power. People looked to the future with the hopes of a great and good life for all. Book offers a sample of what middle-class Americans were reading at the turn of the century; as well as their aspirations, values, beliefs of the time. pages tight, clean, crisp; no markings; Hard red cover with gold lettering. Book shows very little shelf wear; Glossy jacket has illustrations of air balloons, auto; telephone; victrola; lamp post on front cover. Jacket has numerous tears along edges and corners; creases; but has protected book well.