A distinguished four-volume set of John Clark Ridpath's "History of the United States: From Aboriginal Times to Taft's Administration." This Academic Edition was revised in 1911 by The Review of Reviews Company and published in New York. The volumes feature beautiful half-leather and blue and gold marbled bindings with gilt-tooled American eagle emblems and decorative elements. The spines display Volume I through IV markings with ornate gold detailing. A magnificent piece of early 20th-century American historical literature that would enhance any library or collection.
Details:
Medium: Half leather-bound and blue and gold marbled books with gilt decoration
Age: 1911
Origin: New York, published by The Review of Reviews Company
Signature/mark: Copyright information shows original copyright 1874 by J.T. Jones, 1902 by Roxana S. Ridpath, and 1911 by The American Book Co.
Disclaimers: Some wear to the binding, including visible damage to Volume I spine (see pictures). Age-appropriate patina and minor wear consistent with 110+ year old books. Books remain structurally sound.
