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Great Men & Famous Women, 8 Vols. Set Complete, Hardcover Book Title: Great Men & Famous Women, 8 Vols. Set, Complete Author(s): Edited by Charles F. Horne Publication: Selmar Hess Publishers– NY, Copyright 1894, 1st Edition Description: Hardcover in brown leather binding with gold gilt title on cover and spine, marbled end papers. Illustrated with wood-engravings and typogravures. A series of pen can pencil sketches of the lives of more than 200 of the most prominent personages in history. Beautiful set of books and plates. Eight volume set is illustrated with tissue-protected photogravures, wood engravings and typogravures. Volumes 1 & 2: Soldiers and Sailors, Volumes 3 & 4: Statesmen and Sages, Volumes 5 & 6: Workmen and Heroes, Volumes 7 & 8: Artists and Authors. Each volume 204 pp. . Covers are good, show some rubbing and wear but good, inside, all pages of the book are very good. B&W Illustrations. 4to (12" x 9.5") . The entire set weighs 29 lbs. Condition: Very good, corner bumps, normal age wear, due to age, leather tend to powderized. Pls. magnify photos for over-all condition. Notes: Great effort is made to ensure the item is described as accurately as possible. All items are sold AS IS and I encourage you to look at all pictures and ask any questions you may have regarding the item prior to bidding. I am more than happy to answer questions and/or take more pictures if necessary (some pictures may show shadows or reflections of lighting used). As for feedback, I will leave positive feedback once payment is received. It is greatly appreciated that you also leave positive feedback once the item has been delivered and you are satisfied with it. If you are unhappy with the item once it is received, please contact me prior to leaving neutral or negative feedback so we can discuss any issues. Payment/Shipping: Upon receipt of payment, item(s) are shipped within 3 business days. Shipping is calculated through eBay, USPS or FedEx, determined by location, size and weight. I also try whenever possible to offer both Priority Mail and Standard Post whichever is the best shipping option. Insurance, tracking number and delivery confirmation are included in the shipping cost. We are extremely careful about packaging the item(s) sold and intend they arrive at your door the same condition as packed. It is important to us and pleased that these objects are in the hands of people who appreciate them. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to ask. Thanks for looking! For Books only we accept International shipping and cost will be based on buyer’s country of residence using USPS Priority Mail with insurance or whatever is the cheapest shipping with insurance. QUOTED SHIPPING COST IS ONLY TO 48 CONTIGUOUS STATES OF USA (EXCLUDING ALASKA & HAWAII). WE DO NOT SHIP TO P.O. BOX. INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING COST WILL BE BASED ON BUYER’S COUNTRY AND WILL SHIP WITH INSURANCE. YOU MAY SEND A MESSAGE TO INQUIRE ON SHIPPING COST, IF IN DOUBT.