Description

A beautiful set of 7 leatherbound books published in 1897 by the Bureau of National Literature, Inc. New York. Entitled; A Compilation of the Messages and Letter of the Presidents, it is a compendium of papers from various presidents including: Grover Cleveland Benjamin Harrison William McKinley Theodore Roosevelt Woodrow Wilson William Howard Taft A small sampling of subjects covered are the The Wreck of the Maine, Cuban Guerrillas fighting the Spanish Soldiery, The Boer War, The Roosevelt Dam, Russian Battleships sunk by the Japanese, The Panama Canal, The Washington Monument, The World's Fair in Chicago, and so much more. One book is a encyclopedic compendium of all the subjects in the full set of 20 volumes. This is 7 books of that set. All books are printed in English. Books are in excellent antique condition, with well tooled leather binding that are tight and strong - with very light age related marks. Edge gilt is still prominent. See photos for detail. This antique leather book set is a must-have for any collector or lover of vintage decor. The set consists of a foot of beautifull y bound leather books, perfect for displaying on a bookshelf or coffee table. The unique binding style of the books adds an extra touch of elegance to any room. Each book in the set is crafted with the highest quality leather, ensuring durability and longevity. The intricate details and unique design of each book make this set a true treasure for any antique book enthusiast. Whether you're looking to add to your collection or simply looking for a stunning piece of decor, this antique leather book set is sure to impress. At Rarified Books we have cultivated sources for antique books over the many years in business. With publication dates spanning from the early 18 00's to mid 1900's, each book in our antique collection is a stunning testament to a bygone era, showcasing unparalleled craftsmanship and an abundance of character. Books will be in english or foreign languages, and may or may not have previous owners bookplates, marks and stamps. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ We take pride in offering items of extraordinary quality, value and condition. We offer the finest in modern leather-bound books and more. Books are sourced exclusively from smoke free homes, and are carefully inspected. Other items are equally carefully sourced ... check out our other listings and see! Shipping is the responsibility of the buyer unless otherwise noted or agreed. Books are wrapped and protected in bubble wrapping for shipping, with additional cushioning paper filler in an appropriately sized carton. Most books will be shipped via USPS Media Mail or FedEx Home Delivery. International Shipping through eBay's Global Shipping Program only. All descriptions are to the best of our knowledge. Sales are made as-is and no warranty is offered as to authenticity or provenance. Title passes to buyer upon shipment. All sales are final. Arizona sales tax applies. Returns are not accepted except in rare circumstances upon agreement. We also buy books and are always open to purchasing excellent condition books from Easton Press, Franklin Library, Folio Society and similar as well as other rare and collectible books. See our website www.modernleatherbooks.com and let us know what you have. Thank you for considering our listing!