The Cruise of the Steam Yacht North Star by Rev John Overton Choules - 1854

Description: Product Description: Listing is for one, used, "The Cruise Of The Steam Yacht North Star; A Narrative Of The Excursion Of Mr. Vanderbilt's Party to England, Russia, Denmark, France, Spain, Italy, Malta, Turkey, Madeira, Etc." by Rev. John Overton Choules, D.D., Gould And Lincoln, 1854, First Edition, Hardcover. Book has been read previously and shows signs of age. Original hardcover boards show wear appropriate for a book of this age such as scuffing, corner rubbing/bumping, light staining, and light color fading. White stain to the heel of front board & a larger white stain to rear board. Light fraying at the heel of the spine. Gilt & stamped cloth front cover and spine. Front hinge is cracked. Previous owner's inscription in ink on the front free endpaper. Some yellowing/foxing to the front endpaper pastedown and front free endpaper, as well as title page. Parchment veil for title page in excellent condition. Age-appropriate foxing throughout with no text or images obscured. Rear hinge is cracked. "Bound By" sticker to rear endpaper pastedown. No missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, no underlining/highlighting of text or writing in the margins. A historical treasure indeed! See listing photos for details. Ships quickly and securely. Enjoy!

Price: 249.95 USD

Location: Pembroke, Maine

End Time: 2024-11-09T02:24:06.000Z

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