{"title":"Books","description":"\u003cp\u003eAntique and vintage books\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"antique-book-a-history-of-the-town-of-new-london-nh-1779-1899-local-history-genealogy","title":"Antique Book, A History of the Town of New London NH 1779-1899 Local History Genealogy","description":"Description\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTitle: A History of the Town of New London, Merrimack County, New Hampshire, 1779–1899\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAuthor: Myra B. Lord (with contributions by Rev. George W. Gardner and Edward O. Lord)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: The Rumford Press, Concord, N.H.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublication Year: 1899\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Original brown cloth hardcover with blind-stamped circular design and gilt spine lettering.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Details:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCover\/Binding: The binding is weak and tender, with visible wear to the spine ends and corners. The inner hinges show separation along the mesh\/lining, but the boards remain securely attached.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eText Block: The text block is complete, intact, and structurally sound, free of major writing, underlining, or intrusive repairs throughout the interior pages.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition Notes: There are some loose signatures\/pages as typical for a heavy, unhandled volume of this age. Sold as-is, making this a fantastic restoration candidate for a binder, collector, or local history enthusiast.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeatures: Illustrated with numerous black-and-white portrait plates and local historical content, including extensive 19th-century family genealogies and town records.","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Brown","offer_id":58647377445024,"sku":"080526-OS","price":49.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/ab998097-4dac-4bba-a228-911dba9653d8.jpg?v=1786360298"},{"product_id":"antique-books-the-life-and-letters-of-john-hay-william-roscoe-thayer-2-volume-set","title":"Antique Books The Life and Letters of John Hay William Roscoe Thayer 2 Volume Set","description":"The Life and Letters of John Hay – Two-Volume Set\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOffered for sale is a biographical set documenting the life and career of John Hay, an influential American statesman and private secretary to President Abraham Lincoln. This work, authored by William Roscoe Thayer, provides a detailed look at Hay’s political contributions and personal correspondence.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKey Highlights:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eComprehensive Biography: This set explores Hay’s pivotal role in 19th-century American history, including his time working alongside Lincoln.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvenance and Edition: These are volumes from a Houghton Mifflin Company edition, with copyright dates listed as 1908, 1914, and 1915, and a publication date of October 1915.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFormat: The books are presented in uniform green cloth bindings with gold-lettered spines.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHistorical Detail: Includes extensive excerpts from letters and personal writings that offer insight into the political landscape of the era.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePhysical Condition:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe covers exhibit shelf wear and signs of age, which can be viewed in the exterior shots of the bindings. The interior pages remain clean, maintaining the original typography of the Riverside Press. Please carefully review all provided photographs to assess the overall condition of the set.","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Green","offer_id":58652728328352,"sku":null,"price":29.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/639def4b-92d8-42c1-9ffa-5a8310cc24aa.jpg?v=1786375004"},{"product_id":"antique-book-1892-the-statue-of-john-p-hale-new-hampshire-unveiling-william-e-chandler-hc","title":"Antique Book 1892 The Statue of John P Hale New Hampshire Unveiling William E. Chandler HC","description":"Item Specifics\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAuthor: William E. Chandler\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSubject: John Parker Hale (U.S. Senator, Anti-Slavery Activist)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Republican Press Association\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlace of Publication: Concord, N.H.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublication Year: 1892\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Hardcover (Olive\/Grey Cloth with Gilt Stamping)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLanguage: English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpecial Attributes: Illustrated with frontispiece portrait and statue plates; contains period inscriptions\/bookplates.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDescription\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOriginal 1892 first edition hardcover book, The Statue of John P. Hale: Erected in Front of the Capitol and Presented to the State of New Hampshire, written by William E. Chandler and published in Concord, N.H. by the Republican Press Association.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eContents: Details the historical account of the unveiling ceremonies on August 3, 1892. Features addresses delivered by the donor, Governor Hiram A. Tuttle, Frederick Douglass, and others, along with extensive historical letters and press comments concerning New Hampshire abolitionist and statesman John P. Hale.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Antique hardcover showing standard age-appropriate wear including rubbing to extremities, minor board scuffing, and aged text block pages with foxing\/spotting. Previous owner notations and gift inscriptions appear on the front endpapers. A fascinating piece of New Hampshire political and Civil War-era history. Please see all photos for exact condition details.","brand":"None","offers":[{"title":"Green","offer_id":58653304914080,"sku":"080426-OB2S1","price":24.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/4299802f-df7d-4258-bd3d-2d35d808f167.jpg?v=1786376101"},{"product_id":"antique-book-a-general-history-of-the-christian-era-volume-i-papacy-empire-1929","title":"Antique Book A General History of the Christian Era Volume I Papacy Empire 1929","description":"Item Specifics\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAuthor: A. Guggenberger, S.J. (Professor of History at Canisius College, Buffalo, N.Y.)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBook Title: A General History of the Christian Era, Vol. I: The Papacy and the Empire\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: B. Herder Book Co. (St. Louis, Mo. \/ London)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublication Year: 1929 (Seventeenth Edition)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Hardcover (Green Cloth)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLanguage: English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpecial Attributes: Includes multiple historical maps bound\/adhered at the rear, including color-tinted maps of Europe, the Western Empire, and \"Migration of Nations.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDescription\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOriginal 1929 seventeenth edition hardcover copy of A General History of the Christian Era, Vol. I: The Papacy and the Empire by A. Guggenberger, S.J., published by B. Herder Book Co.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eContents \u0026amp; Features: Designed for Catholic colleges, reading circles, and self-instruction, this volume covers foundational medieval history up through the papacy and empire. Most notably, it features multiple folding and bound-in historical maps at the back, illustrating Europe, the Western Empire at various divisions (843, 887, 870, etc.), South Eastern Europe, and a large fold-out map detailing the \"Migration of Nations.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Hardcover shows typical shelf wear, corner bumping, and edge rubbing. Interior pages are generally clean with some age toning; previous owner signatures\/inscriptions appear on the front endpapers. The rear bound maps are intact. Please review all photos for complete condition details.","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Green","offer_id":58653474095264,"sku":"080426 -OSR","price":34.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/0b27c0d5-5532-4abb-8131-c51022c33c3d.jpg?v=1786376406"},{"product_id":"phonetische-untersuchungen-phonogramm-archiv-wien-linguistics-brochure-1911","title":"Phonetische Untersuchungen Phonogramm Archiv Wien Linguistics Brochure 1911","description":"Item Specifics\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAuthor \/ Editor: Dr. Hans W. Pollak\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTitle: Phonetische Untersuchungen. I. Zur Schlußkadenz im deutschen Aussagesatz\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeries Number: Nr. XIX der Mitteilungen der Phonogramm-Archivs-Kommission der kaiserl. Akademie der Wissenschaften in Wien\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Alfred Hölder (Wien \/ Vienna)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublication Year: 1911\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSubject: Phonetics, Linguistics, German Declarative Sentences, Acoustic Phonogram Archive Research\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Softcover academic offprint\/pamphlet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIllustrations: Features 31 figures\/diagrams within the text\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDescription\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOriginal 1911 academic softcover publication, Phonetische Untersuchungen. I. Zur Schlußkadenz im deutschen Aussagesatz (\"Phonetic Investigations: Part I. On the Final Cadence in German Declarative Sentences\") by Dr. Hans W. Pollak. Published in Vienna by Alfred Hölder, this work is Number XIX of the Communications of the Phonogram Archive Commission of the Imperial Academy of Sciences in Vienna.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHistorical Significance: This volume emerges from the pioneering work of the Vienna Phonogrammarchiv (established in 1899 as the world's first sound research archive). It details early acoustic-phonetic data collection methods utilizing phonographic curves to map the intonation and cadence of spoken German.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Soft tan paper wrapper showing normal age toning, light handling wear, and a water\/stain mark to the top corner of the rear cover and final pages (see photos). Interior text pages and charts\/tables remain remarkably crisp, clean, and entirely readable.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn exceptional find for collectors of vintage linguistics, history of phonetics, and early audio archive history.","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Beige","offer_id":58653605331104,"sku":"080426-OFC","price":44.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/8b0ff2ae-db01-46b1-9b0d-4f26671d868d.jpg?v=1786376582"},{"product_id":"signed-1941-phoebe-marie-holmes-7-keys-to-prosperity-metaphysical-book","title":"Signed 1941 Phoebe Marie Holmes 7 Keys to Prosperity Metaphysical Book","description":"Scarce, original 1941 metaphysical textbook: \"The 7 Keys to Prosperity and The 7 Foundation Stones\" by Phoebe Marie Holmes (often known as \"Sister Phoebe\"). Published privately in Los Angeles, California.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Hardcover bound in teal and silver patterned boards with a black cloth lace-tie spine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpecial Features:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInscribed \u0026amp; Signed: Features a large, bold vintage autograph\/inscription across the front portrait page (\"Your Loving Sister Phoebe\").\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEphemera Included: Comes with several original inserts preserved inside the front cover, including an \"Announcement\" flyer for her final class series on \"Leadership and Bible Prophecies,\" a class application blank, and a promotional bookmark for 100 Secrets of Successful Leadership.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eContent: A 14-lesson course on the Science of Mind, New Thought, prosperity teachings, and cosmic\/spiritual philosophy with interesting esoteric and Masonic comparative references in the foreword.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition Notes:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVery Good vintage condition. The patterned covers show mild edge and corner wear, and the lace-tie spine is intact and secure. The interior pages are remarkably clean, crisp, and well-preserved with sharp typewritten text. A rare, heavily complete survival piece of mid-century New Thought history with wonderful personal provenance.","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Green","offer_id":58667320443040,"sku":"081026-DRS2","price":179.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/f5549685-6e16-4aa3-9baf-6c0106034b3a.jpg?v=1786415850"},{"product_id":"1784-letters-of-lady-mary-wortley-montagu-2-vol-set-travel-poetry-18th-century","title":"1784 Letters of Lady Mary Wortley Montagu 2 Vol Set Travel Poetry 18th Century","description":"Complete 2-volume set of the famous 1784 edition of Letters of the Right Honourable Lady M—y W—y M—e (Lady Mary Wortley Montagu), printed in London for T. Cadell, T. Evans, J. Murray, and R. Baldwin.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Two matching 12mo hardcover volumes bound in full tree calf \/ marbled calf with gilt-tooled spines, red spine labels, and volume numbers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvenance \/ Bookplate: Features the striking armorial bookplate of Francesco Savorgnan di Brazzà affixed to the front pastedown of Volume I.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eContent: Contains her celebrated travel letters written during her journeys through Europe, Asia, and Africa (including her iconic observations of the policy and manners of the Turks), alongside the expanded poetry section added to this edition (Poems by the same Author in Two Volumes).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition Notes:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAntique Good vintage condition. The bindings show expected surface rubbing, edge wear, and minor cracking along joints, but the boards remain well-attached and the gilt tooling remains bright. Text blocks are generally clean with light age-toning and occasional marginal spotting, featuring original endpapers and attractive handwritten shelf marks to the lower spine labels. A handsome, authentic 18th-century travel and literature set.","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Brown","offer_id":58667358552224,"sku":"081026-OFB2","price":224.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/4f25b0d2-1577-45bb-854d-6941b9e3ec2c.jpg?v=1786415922"},{"product_id":"1839-the-epicurean-alciphron-by-thomas-moore-illus-by-j-m-w-turner-rare","title":"1839 The Epicurean \u0026 Alciphron by Thomas Moore – Illus. by J.M.W. Turner – Rare","description":"Description:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOffered for sale is a stunning 1839 first edition (thus) of Thomas Moore’s The Epicurean and Alciphron, published by John Macrone. This volume is a significant piece of 19th-century literature, pairing Moore’s evocative prose and poetry with exquisite vignette illustrations by the renowned artist J.M.W. Turner.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Historical Appeal:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eArtistic Significance: This edition is celebrated for its four monochrome plates engraved from designs by J.M.W. Turner, considered among the finest examples of his vignette work published during his lifetime.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLiterary Merit: Thomas Moore, a celebrated Irish poet, crafted The Epicurean as a seductive morality tale set in third-century Athens and Egypt, while Alciphron explores deep philosophical themes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesign: Features a classic 19th-century aesthetic, perfect for collectors of antiquarian literature and Romantic-era art.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition Notes:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a vintage, original 1839 edition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease examine the provided images carefully to view the condition of the gilt-decorated spine, boards, and interior pages.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe text is firmly bound, providing a solid reading and display experience.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a rare opportunity to own a beautifully illustrated work from the golden age of 19th-century book production. A must-have for any serious collector of Thomas Moore or J.M.W. Turner.","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58729422225568,"sku":null,"price":174.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/74dbce02-2bc6-4b1a-bcf3-36d9f837d1a0.jpg?v=1786846547"},{"product_id":"vintage-book-life-and-poems-of-brookes-more-2nd-revised-edition-1980-wilmon-brewer-dj","title":"Vintage Book, Life and Poems of Brookes More 2nd Revised Edition 1980 Wilmon Brewer DJ","description":"Life and Poems of Brookes More by Wilmon Brewer (Second Revised Edition, 1980)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUp for sale is a hardcover copy of Life and Poems of Brookes More, written by Wilmon Brewer and published by the historic Marshall Jones Company of Francestown, New Hampshire in 1980. This second revised edition features comprehensive biographical insights, photographs, and a curated selection of lyrical and narrative poems by Brookes More.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBook Details:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Marshall Jones Company, Francestown, NH\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYear: 1980\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeatures: Includes dust jacket, frontispiece and internal photographic plates (including \"Brookes More at seventy\" and bust portraits), table of contents, and extensive poetic works ranging from lyrical forms (triolets, pantoums, sestinas) to narrative pieces and classical translations.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBook is in very good condition with clean pages and firm binding. Dust jacket shows light shelf wear\/rubbing consistent with age. Please review all photos for a closer look at the exact condition and contents.","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58731088871584,"sku":"081626-OB2","price":19.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/8c192e17-6377-49b9-8016-cbd4c3c96212.jpg?v=1786931838"},{"product_id":"antique-book-poems-john-g-whittier-19th-c-wm-l-allison-co-half-leather-bound","title":"Antique Book, Poems John G. Whittier 19th C. Wm. L. Allison Co. Half Leather Bound","description":"Antique 19th-Century Poetry Collection: \"Poems\" by John G. Whittier (Wm. L. Allison Co.)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOffered for sale is a charming and handsomely bound antique edition of Poems by legendary New England poet John Greenleaf Whittier, published by the Wm. L. Allison Company of New York.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverview \u0026amp; Contents:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis volume collects many of Whittier's most famous and impassioned works, particularly focusing on his powerful anti-slavery and historical verse. Contents include Toussaint L'Ouverture, The Yankee Girl, To William Lloyd Garrison, The Slave Ships, Stanzas for the Times, and hymns written for meetings of the Anti-Slavery Society.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Special Features:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Striking half-leather binding featuring blue-grained leather spine and corners paired with classic marbled paper sides. Spine features gilt lettering and decorative blind stamping.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInterior: The front flyleaf bears a vintage handwritten ownership inscription reading \"E. L. 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Please review all photos for complete details on condition.","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58731089363104,"sku":"081626-OB2","price":49.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/73be6c35-7c28-41db-a6c1-af344e3b802a.jpg?v=1786931892"},{"product_id":"vintage-book-between-wars-other-poems-anne-halley-1965-gehenna-press-ltd-ed-284-baskin","title":"Vintage Book, Between Wars \u0026 Other Poems Anne Halley 1965 Gehenna Press Ltd Ed #284 Baskin","description":"Limited edition fine press poetry (The Gehenna Press, Northampton, MA, 1965) featuring illustrations by renowned artist Leonard Baskin, numbered copy (284 of 500), highly collectible among private press and New England literary collectors.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpecifications\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTitle: Between Wars \u0026amp; Other Poems\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAuthor: Anne Halley\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIllustrator: Leonard Baskin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: The Gehenna Press (Northampton, Massachusetts)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublication Year: 1965\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEdition\/Limitation: Limited Edition, Copy No. 284 of 500 printed\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrinting\/Typography: Printed in Monotype Caslon on Cortlea paper by pressman Harold McGrath\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Hardcover in dust jacket\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTopic: Fine Press Books, 20th-Century Poetry, The Gehenna Press, Illustrated Literature\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eListing Description\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLimited Edition Fine Press: \"Between Wars \u0026amp; Other Poems\" by Anne Halley (The Gehenna Press, 1965) — Illustrated by Leonard Baskin — #284 of 500\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOffered for sale is a stunning and scarce copy of Between Wars \u0026amp; Other Poems by Anne Halley, published in 1965 by Leonard Baskin's prestigious The Gehenna Press in Northampton, Massachusetts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEdition \u0026amp; Production Details:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eColophon: This is copy number 284 out of a limited printing of only 500 copies.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTypography \u0026amp; Presswork: Beautifully printed in Monotype Caslon on Cortlea paper under the direction of master pressman Harold McGrath.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eArtwork: Features striking original drawings by prominent American artist Leonard Baskin, perfectly complementing the tone of Halley's verse.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Notes:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInterior: Pages are clean and crisp. The colophon features the hand-numbered edition mark in red ink.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInscriptions: The front inner flap\/flyleaf bears a vintage handwritten gift inscription reading: \"To - Mrs. Brigham from Jeff Geane Class of '68\".\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBinding \u0026amp; Dust Jacket: Protected in its original jacket with light age toning appropriate for a mid-century fine press publication.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn exceptional acquisition for collectors of fine press typography, Leonard Baskin artwork, or mid-century American poetry. 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Shows typical signs of age, including tanning, light staining, and edge wear consistent with a piece of this age. Please review all high-resolution photos for a detailed view of the condition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn excellent addition for any serious collector of early American children’s books, nursery rhyme ephemera, or 19th-century paper collectibles.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTurner \u0026amp; Fisher toy books are highly collectible due to their historical significance in early American children's publishing.","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58731100242080,"sku":null,"price":134.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/827ce82a-892f-4127-9a17-48aaae8284df.jpg?v=1786932355"},{"product_id":"wwii-book-memoir-a-watch-in-the-night-wwii-recollections-coast-artillery","title":"WWII Book Memoir A Watch In The Night WWII Recollections Coast Artillery","description":"Description:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUp for sale is a scarce personal WWII memoir titled \"A Watch in the Night... Recollections of World War II\" written by Richard H. (Dick) Lee.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis booklet provides a firsthand account of service during World War II, detailing experiences in the Coast Artillery (including Fort McKinley, Maine and Camp Hood, Texas), Naval Liaison duty, operations in France, Omaha Beach, and Normandy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eContent \u0026amp; Visual Highlights:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Photographs of Coast Artillery officers and cannon firings at Fort McKinley, Maine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Historical photos including Normandy (July 1944) Third Army trucks moving forward and Omaha Beach (June 1944).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Military portrait of the author (February 1946) and early photo as Private in Battery C, 240th Coast Artillery, Maine National Guard (1922).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Facsimiles of historical military documents and official letters.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition Details:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Pages: Clean, crisp interior pages with sharp black-and-white photo reproductions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Cover: Light shelf wear and slight age toning\/foxing along the outer edges of the white cover.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Binding: Firm and fully intact.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA excellent additions for collectors of World War II unit histories, personal soldier memoirs, Coast Artillery history, or military ephemera.","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58733596901536,"sku":"081726-OFC","price":34.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/90e9d885-be09-4040-a7de-568ac67a8cda.jpg?v=1787009850"},{"product_id":"vintage-magic-book-and-a-pack-of-cards-jack-merlin-sleight-of-hand-card-tricks","title":"Vintage Magic Book And A Pack Of Cards Jack Merlin Sleight Of Hand Card Tricks","description":"Item Specifics\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Subject: Magic, Card Tricks, Sleight of Hand\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Format: Plastic Comb Bound \/ Softcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Language: English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Topic: Card Manipulation, Close-Up Magic\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDescription\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTitle: \"And a Pack of Cards\" (Includes Section One: Merlin's Master Manipulations)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Plastic comb binding with green soft covers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eItem Overview:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis classic vintage magic reference covers essential card manipulation techniques, sleight of hand moves, false shuffles, cuts, and routines including \"Merlin's Master Manipulations.\" Filled with instructional text, diagrams, and historical magic literature references.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Pages: Clean interior pages with slight age-toning around margins. No missing or loose pages observed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Binding: Plastic comb spine is intact and holds pages securely.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Covers: Light wear on green paper covers with minimal scuffing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Please review all photos for precise condition details prior to purchasing.","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58733637075104,"sku":"081726-OFC","price":29.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/5ca75a99-009c-4b5e-8100-1af5cfa0ebd5.jpg?v=1787012364"},{"product_id":"special-effects-by-paul-curry-1977-first-edition-magic-book-sleight-of-hand","title":"Special Effects by Paul Curry 1977 First Edition Magic Book Sleight of Hand","description":"Item Specifics\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Subject: Magic, Mentalism, Card Tricks\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Author: Paul Curry\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Publisher: Self-Published (Phoenicia, New York)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Year Published: 1977\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Format: Softcover \/ Booklet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Language: English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDescription\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTitle: Special Effects\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAuthor: Paul Curry (Creator of \"Out of This World\")\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublication Year: 1977 (First Edition)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eItem Overview:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA classic 1977 magic publication by legendary mentalist and creator Paul Curry, best known for creating \"Out of This World.\" This softcover booklet features original mentalism, ESP card effects, and card sleights, complete with Curry's own explanations and illustrations across 92 pages.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Interior: Clean pages with crisp type. No highlighting, margin notes, or missing pages observed. A small pencil price mark is present on the upper title page.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Binding: Tight, secure staple binding.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Covers: Bright yellow textured paper cover in good condition with minor handling wear along the spine fold.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Please review all photos for exact condition details prior to purchasing.","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58733638910112,"sku":"081726-OFC","price":34.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/730ab012-9105-4ecd-bd3e-432b3091cf4f.jpg?v=1787012456"},{"product_id":"hank-lees-magic-factory-1975-vintage-catalog-book-softcover-magic-tricks-boston","title":"Hank Lee's Magic Factory 1975 Vintage Catalog Book Softcover Magic Tricks Boston","description":"Item Specifics\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Subject: Magic, Illusion, Stage Magic, Catalog\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Author\/Publisher: Hank Lee \/ Harry Levy (Hank Lee's Magic Factory)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Year Published: 1975\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Format: Softcover \/ Booklet (Staple Bound)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Language: English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Features: Includes original loose order form insert\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDescription\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTitle: Hank Lee's Magic Factory Catalog\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Hank Lee's Magic Factory (Boston, MA)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublication Year: 1975 (First Edition)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eItem Overview:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn authentic 1975 vintage magic trick catalog published by Hank Lee (Harry Levy) out of Boston, MA. Spanning 83+ pages, this staple-bound yellow booklet lists hundreds of mid-70s magic props, apparatuses, coin routines, trick decks, and illusion effects (including Fantasio canes, color changing knives, and stage magic). Comes complete with an original unused blue-and-white order form insert.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Interior: Clean pages throughout with sharp text and clear vintage line-art illustrations. Includes the original loose paper order form. A small pencil mark (\"700\") is present at the top right of page 1.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Binding: Original staple binding is firm and intact.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Covers: Bright yellow paper covers show light age-appropriate corner wear and faint surface handling, but remain well-preserved overall.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Please inspect all photos for exact condition details prior to purchase.","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58733640810656,"sku":"081726-OFC","price":34.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/1ce2eb39-3d3f-42f6-9ea1-c9dcca964587.jpg?v=1787012551"},{"product_id":"vintage-1930-ge-general-electric-catalog-gea-600a-electrician-1-146-pages","title":"Vintage 1930 GE General Electric Catalog GEA-600A, Electrician 1,146 pages.","description":"Item Specifics\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Subject: Electrical Engineering, Industrial Equipment, History, Reference\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Publisher: General Electric Company (Schenectady, N.Y.)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Year Published: 1930\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Catalog Number: GEA-600A\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Format: Hardcover \/ Cloth-Bound Heavy Volume\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Language: English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Features: Illustrated, Thumb-indexed sections, Aerial photos, Diagrams\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDescription\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTitle: General Electric Catalog (GEA-600A)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: General Electric Company, Schenectady, N.Y.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublication Year: 1930\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eItem Overview:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA massive, original 1930 edition of the General Electric (GE) industrial equipment catalog (GEA-600A). Containing over 1,100 pages, this volume is filled with detailed technical specifications, wiring schematics, dimensional diagrams, product photo illustrations, and aerial views of historical GE manufacturing plants (such as Schenectady, N.Y., Nela Park, and Erie, Pa.). Sections cover everything from street lighting, synchronous converters, wire \u0026amp; cable, industrial controls, transformers, and heavy electrical machinery. Features built-in cloth tab dividers along the page margins.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Interior: Complete and readable throughout. Pages show light age-toning. Historical pencil\/pen annotations (\"ESTIMATING DEPT\", \"Purchasing Dept\") are written on the front endpapers and title page.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Binding: Fully intact but shows wear; spine\/hinge material has fraying and tape repair\/residue along the outer spine edge.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Covers: Original dark cloth covers show noticeable surface cracking, corner bumped wear, edge rubbing, and a vintage yellow distributor\/dealer sticker on the top right.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Please inspect all high-resolution photos for exact condition details prior to purchasing.","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58733641040032,"sku":"081726-DR","price":49.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/405d98ef-7935-4160-a403-0e20092c3033.jpg?v=1787012598"},{"product_id":"antique-book-1838-a-trip-to-boston-by-e-c-wines-first-edition-travel-narrative","title":"Antique Book, 1838 A Trip to Boston by E. 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Chandler (editor of the United States Gazette), this work captures the author's observations traveling from Philadelphia through New York to Stonington and Boston.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHighlights \u0026amp; Content:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 19th-Century Travel \u0026amp; Transit: Offers vivid first-hand accounts of early American travel, including steamboat and locomotive travel, sights in New York, and impressions of Boston (including the State House and Boston schools).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Provenance \/ Inscriptions: Features period contemporary ink inscriptions on the front endpaper, including \"At Sea July 4, 1844 off Holmes Hole\" (Martha's Vineyard).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Edition: Complete original 1838 first printing (224 pages).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Exterior: Publisher's original blind-stamped textured cloth. Spine shows significant wear, tearing, and loss to the cloth casing, with the title label mostly chipped away. Covers remain attached, though fragile at the outer hinges.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Interior: Text block is complete and tight. Moderate age-toning and persistent foxing throughout, as expected for paper stock from this period. Previous owner signatures\/notes on flyleaves in ink and pencil.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA wonderful piece of antebellum New England travel literature and postal\/rail history for collectors of 19th-century Americana.","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58733648871584,"sku":"081726-OS","price":89.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/6209ec5c-d9d4-44e9-8917-e09b6d8aa90d.jpg?v=1787012853"},{"product_id":"vintage-1969-the-civil-war-and-reconstruction-second-edition-randall-donald-hb","title":"Vintage 1969 The Civil War And Reconstruction Second Edition Randall Donald HB","description":"The Civil War and Reconstruction by J.G. Randall \u0026amp; David Donald 1969 Revised Ed\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDescription:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOffered is a 1969 revised second edition of the seminal historical work The Civil War and Reconstruction, authored by J. G. Randall and David Donald.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDetails: This volume features an enlarged bibliography and includes maps by Russell Lenz. It provides a comprehensive analysis of the American Civil War era and the subsequent period of Reconstruction.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: The book is in good vintage condition. Please review the provided photographs to see the cover, interior maps, and historical portraits of figures such as Abraham Lincoln and Jefferson Davis.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSignificance: A foundational academic text for students, historians, and collectors interested in 19th-century American history.","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58733650673824,"sku":null,"price":24.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/0869f967-e73f-4269-8154-1f34c9722c34.jpg?v=1787013005"},{"product_id":"1908-kincaids-battery-by-george-w-cable-charles-scribners-sons-antique-book","title":"1908 Kincaid's Battery by George W. Cable Charles Scribner's Sons Antique Book","description":"Title:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1908 Kincaid's Battery by George W. 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Cable.","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58733651329184,"sku":null,"price":17.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/e4f76eb5-1597-4d03-be0a-38da5eb974d6.jpg?v=1787013060"},{"product_id":"the-decameron-boccaccio-vol-1-1928-j-p-horn-as-is-for-restoration","title":"The Decameron, Boccaccio, Vol 1, 1928, J.P. Horn, AS-IS for Restoration","description":"The Decameron of Giovanni Boccaccio | Vol 1 | J.P. Horn \u0026amp; Co. 1928 | For Restoration\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eItem Description\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTitle: The Decameron of Giovanni Boccaccio\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTranslator: John Payne\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: J. P. 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All leaves appear to be present.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBinding: The internal sewing of the text block appears largely intact, but the book requires professional restoration or rebinding to be functional again.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall: This is an excellent project piece for a bookbinder or a collector looking to complete a set where the text block is all that is required.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease see all attached photos for the exact condition of the spine, boards, and interior pages.","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58733654311072,"sku":null,"price":19.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/16c88a61-579d-46c3-8e5d-7329250af097.jpg?v=1787013281"},{"product_id":"vintage-poetry-booklet-13-for-luck-by-bradford-james-haywood-keene-n-h","title":"Vintage Poetry Booklet - \"13\" For Luck by Bradford James Haywood - Keene, N.H.","description":"Description:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOffered for acquisition is a scarce, vintage poetry booklet titled “13” For Luck, written, illustrated, and designed by Bradford James Haywood. This unique, self-published work was printed by the Sentinel Printing Co. in Keene, New Hampshire.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist: Bradford James Haywood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Sentinel Printing Co., Keene, N. H.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eContent: A collection of original poetry covering diverse and introspective themes, including \"To A Wanderer\" and \"Death.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Original vintage condition; a charming example of self-published regional literature.","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58733692092576,"sku":null,"price":34.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/9facbce5-ebc3-4d73-96ae-738f40bc2286.jpg?v=1787013917"},{"product_id":"the-popular-history-of-the-civil-war-george-b-herbert-1884-lincoln","title":"The Popular History of the Civil War - George B. 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The pages remain in great shape, offering a clear and readable narrative of the conflict.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHistorical Interest: A comprehensive narrative of military, naval, political, and congressional events of the Civil War era, complete with period portraits and illustrations.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePerfect for: Collectors of Civil War history, 19th-century military ephemera, or unique examples of historical bookbinding.","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58733722828960,"sku":null,"price":39.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/73155dbb-1189-4f5b-a9e2-4f0ae989460e.jpg?v=1787014453"},{"product_id":"1886-history-of-the-42nd-regiment-massachusetts-volunteers-civil-war-infantry","title":"1886 History of the 42nd Regiment Massachusetts Volunteers Civil War Infantry","description":"Title:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1886 History of the Forty-Second Regiment Infantry Massachusetts Volunteers Civil War book\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDescription:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOffered is an authentic 1886 edition of History of the Forty-Second Regiment Infantry, Massachusetts Volunteers, authored by Sergeant-Major Charles P. 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Includes the preface, contents, and narrative accounts of the regiment’s experiences, marches, and duties.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSignificance: A valuable primary source for Civil War researchers, genealogists, or collectors of Massachusetts military history.","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58733728563360,"sku":null,"price":128.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/738ca4be-bc84-4549-adb9-46a128a8880b.jpg?v=1787014526"},{"product_id":"antique-book-1898-mechanical-drawing-self-taught-joshua-rose-engineering-rare","title":"Antique Book 1898 Mechanical Drawing Self-Taught - Joshua Rose Engineering RARE","description":"Item Description:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOffered for sale is a copy of Mechanical Drawing Self-Taught, authored by Joshua Rose, M.E.. This is the Fourth Edition, published in 1898 by Henry Carey Baird \u0026amp; Co. in Philadelphia. This comprehensive technical manual was intended to instruct the reader in the selection of drawing instruments, elementary mechanical drawing, and the practical application of these skills to machinery and engines.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTechnical Contents:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis edition is a significant resource for those interested in 19th-century mechanical engineering practices. It includes:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDetailed instruction on using drawing boards, T-squares, and various pen points.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePractical technical guidance on pencil techniques, shading, and the use of specialized drawing instruments.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExtensive mechanical illustrations, including gear wheels, horizontal boring mills, and friction disks.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLarge-format, fold-out technical plates providing detailed schematics, such as the \"Details 26\" Chucking Lathe Head Stock\" and the \"200 H.P. 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Please review all photos for a comprehensive view of the binding and the condition of the fold-out plates.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis volume serves as both a historical record of late 19th-century industrial drafting and a practical reference for enthusiasts of antique mechanical engineering.","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58739960381600,"sku":null,"price":69.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/4af5a39c-d7aa-4f6c-8b47-ccfec0999039.jpg?v=1787100970"},{"product_id":"1935-bible-gorham-nh-congregational-church-presentation","title":"1935 Bible - Gorham, NH Congregational Church Presentation","description":"Item Description:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOffered is a 1935 \"Self-Pronouncing\" edition of the Holy Bible, published by The John C. Winston Co. 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This piece is a wonderful addition for collectors of New Hampshire religious history or church memorabilia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKey Features:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDocumented History: Includes a clear presentation inscription from a Gorham, NH, church school.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEdition: A \"Self-Pronouncing\" Clear Type Edition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIllustrations: Contains historical, colored biblical illustrations.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRestoration Potential: The unglued spine offers an easy opportunity for simple preservation and repair.","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58739962740896,"sku":null,"price":69.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/f20e9e0a-bc3b-4a57-b5d6-3959aadf37c1.jpg?v=1787101084"},{"product_id":"vintage-book-neurology-of-the-ocular-muscles-1948-david-g-cogan-md-first-edition-medical-book","title":"Vintage Book, Neurology of the Ocular Muscles 1948 David G Cogan MD First Edition Medical Book","description":"Offered for sale is a fine condition first edition copy of Neurology of the Ocular Muscles by David G. 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The work is a significant resource for understanding the complex physiological and neurological processes governing eye movement and clinical disturbances in the field.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis volume includes thorough references and an index for professional research.","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58740048494752,"sku":null,"price":64.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/238cf895-5d29-4dbb-a5af-7468df582f75.jpg?v=1787102829"},{"product_id":"somatic-psychiatric-treatment-of-asthma-1951-harold-a-abramson-medical-book","title":"Somatic \u0026 Psychiatric Treatment of Asthma 1951 Harold A. Abramson Medical Book","description":"Offered for sale is a fine condition copy of Somatic and Psychiatric Treatment of Asthma, edited by Harold A. 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It provides a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary approach to managing asthmatic patients, making it an essential reference for historical medical collections.","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58740049903776,"sku":null,"price":49.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/743d2abe-dea1-43ff-a9ad-8807e392ed06.jpg?v=1787102884"},{"product_id":"vintage-book-laboratory-instruments-their-design-and-application-1960-antique-science-book","title":"Vintage Book, Laboratory Instruments: Their Design and Application 1960 Antique Science Book","description":"Offered for sale is a copy of the second revised edition of Laboratory Instruments: Their Design and Application, published in 1960.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis technical reference book provides comprehensive information on the design and application of instruments used in scientific research. The volume covers topics such as general considerations for instrument construction, the accuracy of machining operations, the properties of various materials (including woods, metals, and plastics), casting and jointing techniques, and the isolation of apparatus from vibrations. It also includes detailed sections on photography in research and features an extensive index for professional use. The book is in good condition, though it bears a handwritten \"Science-Math Div Biology\" note on the front endpaper.","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58740050591904,"sku":null,"price":44.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/50e88aed-fbd9-4d58-960e-2bae2ffd4295.jpg?v=1787102975"},{"product_id":"vintage-book-louis-pasteur-free-lance-of-science-1976-rene-dubos-fine-medical-science-book","title":"Vintage Book, Louis Pasteur Free Lance of Science 1976 Rene Dubos FINE Medical Science Book","description":"Description\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOffered for sale is a \"New Edition\" of Louis Pasteur: Free Lance of Science by René Dubos, published by Charles Scribner's Sons in 1976. This biography provides a comprehensive look at the life and scientific contributions of Louis Pasteur, the founder of microbiological sciences.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book is in excellent, fine condition and presents as if it has never been read. It includes the original dust jacket, which is in great shape. The volume is illustrated with photographs and includes detailed reference material, a bibliography, and an index.","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58740060389536,"sku":null,"price":24.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/2a651c96-581c-45d9-8d84-7508093dcbf7.jpg?v=1787103187"},{"product_id":"1932-levi-and-lucinda-read-ancestors-and-descendants-family-genealogy-book","title":"1932 Levi and Lucinda Read Ancestors and Descendants Family Genealogy Book","description":"Description:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOffered for sale is an original 1932 genealogical record titled, \"Levi and Lucinda Read: Some of Their Ancestors and All the Descendants of Their Children.\" This vintage document provides a detailed look at the Read family lineage, including historical notes and indices of names brought into the family through marriage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe publication provides an in-depth view of the family tree and includes a historical \"Looking Back\" section, biographical details of family members, and a comprehensive index of names. This piece is a unique find for those interested in genealogical history or 1930s documentation.","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58740060651680,"sku":null,"price":44.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/8fb58586-3181-4692-8c2b-bdf79437eb11.jpg?v=1787103254"},{"product_id":"the-coming-of-the-birds-elaine-goodale-facsimile-sig-alexander-pope-antique-book","title":"The Coming of the Birds Elaine Goodale Facsimile Sig Alexander Pope Antique Book","description":"The Coming of the Birds Elaine Goodale Facsimile Sig Alexander Pope Antique Book. Shipped with USPS Media Mail.","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58747492499616,"sku":"081926-OFC","price":49.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/37127019-7813-46e0-ba9b-1ed6b79bfbd1.jpg?v=1787258186"},{"product_id":"famous-families-of-massachusetts-volume-one-mary-caroline-crawford-1930","title":"Famous Families of Massachusetts (Volume One) – Mary Caroline Crawford 1930","description":"Item Description\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUp for sale is a original 1930 1st Edition printing of Famous Families of Massachusetts (Volume One) by Mary Caroline Crawford, published in Boston by Little, Brown, and Company.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis volume provides detailed genealogical and historical accounts of prominent New England lineages, including the Adams, Winthrop, Quincy, Cabot, Saltonstall, Lowell, Gardner, Agassiz, and Sturgis families.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Condition:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Illustrations: Fully illustrated throughout with black-and-white plates and portrait reproductions (e.g., Sir Richard Saltonstall, Louis Agassiz, Nicholas Boylston).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Binding: Hardcover binding in original red\/maroon cloth with gilt\/embossed spine lettering. Spine shows mild sunning\/fading; hinges and structure remain solid.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Interior Pages: Clean text block with faint, typical foxing along margins and endpapers, consistent with age. No major tears or highlighting noted. Includes an laid-in index note card from a previous owner.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Edition: Stated \"Published November, 1930\" on copyright page.","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58748345352352,"sku":"081926-OB2","price":34.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/cfe4e2fc-d77d-4a1f-b1fc-c7b295d08b8d.jpg?v=1787268319"},{"product_id":"gridiron-grenadiers-1948-by-tom-cohane-story-of-west-point-football-signed-book","title":"Gridiron Grenadiers 1948-by Tom Cohane-Story of West Point Football Signed Book","description":"Item Description\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUp for sale is a signed 1948 1st Edition printing of Gridiron Grenadiers: The Story of West Point Football by legendary sports journalist Tim Cohane, published in New York by G. P. Putnam's Sons.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis volume features an ink inscription on the front flyleaf reading: \"To Al Horwits, Sincerely, Tim Cohane.\" The book chronicles the early gridiron history of the United States Military Academy at West Point, featuring classic photographic plates and iconic illustrations by legendary sports cartoonist Willard Mullin.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition Details:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Binding: Original black cloth boards in solid, firm condition with crisp gold lettering on the spine and front board. Light shelf wear along corners and spine ends.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Interior: Inscribed on the front endpaper. Includes an vintage equine ex-libris bookplate (\"John J. Stahl Jr.\") pasted on the front inside pastedown. Text block and photographic plates remain clean, tight, and clear throughout. Missing original dust jacket.","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58748346138784,"sku":"081926-OB2","price":49.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/0a116484-8f0d-4359-a4db-aadddfd0b240.jpg?v=1787268386"},{"product_id":"1853-antique-book-the-cloud-with-the-silver-lining-matilda-anne-mackarness","title":"1853 Antique Book The Cloud With The Silver Lining Matilda Anne Mackarness","description":"Item Description\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUp for sale is an authentic 1853 1st American Edition printing of The Cloud with the Silver Lining by Victorian author Matilda Anne Planché Mackarness, published by James Munroe and Company (Boston and Cambridge).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis early 1850s volume features classic blind-stamped floral scroll motifs across the front and rear covers, complete with gold gilt titling directly on the front board. Includes publisher advertisements at the rear featuring other popular contemporary Victorian titles by the same author.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition Details:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Binding: Original publisher's embossed brown cloth shows moderate age wear, rubbing along the spine edges, and soft wear to corners. Spine cloth shows age-related darkening\/fading.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Interior: Binding is intact with exposed string\/sewing at the inner hinges typical for small mid-19th-century cloth volumes. Pencil notations on the front free endpaper. Pages show light, age-appropriate toning and scattered foxing, but text remains completely legible throughout. Missing dust jacket (as issued).","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58748346269856,"sku":"081926-OB2","price":29.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/37cb6fb8-5cc4-4d29-9ca9-5561a4f5c1d6.jpg?v=1787268478"},{"product_id":"twenty-thousand-years-in-sing-sing-by-lewis-e-lawes-hardcover-1st-ed-1932","title":"Twenty Thousand Years In Sing Sing by Lewis E. Lawes (Hardcover, 1st Ed., 1932)","description":"Product Description:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUp for sale is a original 1932 first edition hardcover printing of Twenty Thousand Years in Sing Sing written by Lewis E. Lawes, the renowned progressive warden of New York's famous Sing Sing Correctional Facility.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished by Ray Long \u0026amp; Richard R. Smith, Inc., New York (1932). This work offers a fascinating first-hand account of prison life, electrocutions, high-profile inmates, and early 20th-century penal reform, featuring black-and-white photo plates throughout.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Publisher: Ray Long \u0026amp; Richard R. Smith, Inc.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Publication Date: 1932 (First Edition)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Format: Hardcover (Black cloth with red and silver\/white stamped spine \u0026amp; front cover text)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Page Count: 412 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition Report\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Binding \u0026amp; Spine: Hardcover cloth exhibits visible fraying and edge wear along the top of the spine head, with minor rubbing along the joints. Binding remains intact.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Pages: Clean interior text block with moderate age-toning typical for paper of this era.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Dust Jacket: Not included.","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58748347941024,"sku":"081926-OB2","price":19.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/8ecf01af-c42d-4183-9d22-c6c7d3662792.jpg?v=1787268605"},{"product_id":"bluff-crag-or-a-good-word-costs-nothing-1877-t-nelson-and-sons-victorian","title":"Bluff Crag Or A Good Word Costs Nothing 1877 T Nelson And Sons Victorian","description":"Description:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOffered for sale is an 1877 edition of Bluff Crag; or, A Good Word Costs Nothing by Mrs. George Cupples, published by T. Nelson and Sons, London. This charming volume of 19th-century juvenile literature features a distinct blue cloth binding typical of the era.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book shows significant signs of age and handling consistent with its 149-year history.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe exterior binding exhibits surface wear, edge rubbing, and some fraying at the spine ends.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe endpapers and pages show heavy foxing, browning, and staining throughout.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe inner hinges are worn and brittle, reflecting the age and structural wear of the binding.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe internal illustrations remain present, including the frontispiece.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis copy is best suited for collectors of Victorian-era children's books or those looking for a piece of authentic 19th-century shelf decor.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eItem Specifics\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAuthor: Mrs. George Cupples\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTitle: Bluff Crag; or, A Good Word Costs Nothing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublication Year: 1877\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: T. Nelson and Sons\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLanguage: English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSubject: Victorian Children's Literature","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58748349841568,"sku":null,"price":29.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/dc84c10d-6103-41cd-9bdf-6ac38879bf56.jpg?v=1787269113"},{"product_id":"antique-book-the-old-peabody-pew-by-kate-douglas-wiggin-hodder-c1900-literature","title":"Antique Book The Old Peabody Pew by Kate Douglas Wiggin Hodder c1900 Literature","description":"Description:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOffered for sale is a vintage edition of \"The Old Peabody Pew\" by Kate Douglas Wiggin, published by Hodder and Stoughton. This charming story is a classic work from the author known for her engaging tales of New England life and humor.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book features a striking red cloth cover with embossed detailing on the front and spine, reflective of the aesthetic style of its era. This volume serves as a wonderful addition to any collection of vintage literary fiction or as a decorative piece for a home library.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition Report:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis vintage volume shows expected signs of age consistent with its history. The exterior cloth displays wear, particularly along the spine ends and corners. The interior shows evidence of past preservation attempts, with tape repairs to the hinges. There is some foxing present on the endpapers and select page margins, which is common for books of this period. The text remains clear and readable throughout the volume.","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58748351873184,"sku":null,"price":29.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/1f0d503b-3949-47aa-bc46-81897da2e383.jpg?v=1787269190"},{"product_id":"antique-book-the-national-temperance-orator-1880-edited-by-miss-l-penney","title":"Antique Book The National Temperance Orator 1880 Edited by Miss L. Penney","description":"Description:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAvailable for purchase is The National Temperance Orator, edited by Miss L. Penney and published in 1880 by The National Temperance Society and Publication House, New York.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis volume serves as a comprehensive collection of prose, poetry, and dialogues intended for public readings, addresses, and recitations. It was designed to support the efforts of temperance workers, lodges, and societies of the era.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book remains in good, readable condition. The text block is quite \"springy\" and feels as though it has been only lightly read over the years. Please note that the rear flyleaf page is missing. As with all pre-owned books of this age, please examine the provided photographs to assess the overall wear and condition of the covers and pages.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSummary:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTitle: The National Temperance Orator\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEditor: Miss L. Penney\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: The National Temperance Society and Publication House\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublication Year: 1880\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good; springy text block, rear flyleaf missing.","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58748352888992,"sku":null,"price":29.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/13380b5d-db1a-4f01-baa5-c8dd7e60537c.jpg?v=1787269356"},{"product_id":"american-medical-book-biography-of-1828-by-james-thacher-m-d-1967-print-fine","title":"American Medical Book Biography of 1828 by James Thacher M.D.  1967 Print FINE","description":"Description:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOffered for sale is a high-quality reproduction of American Medical Biography: Or Memoirs of Eminent Physicians Who Have Flourished in America, authored by James Thacher, M.D. This specific edition was published by Milford House Inc. in 1967.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis volume provides an extensive historical account of medical science in the United States, tracing developments from the first settlement of the country. It serves as a vital reference for those interested in the history of medicine and the lives of early American practitioners.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book is in very good condition with a clean gold-stamped cover and a sharp spine. The interior pages are crisp, and the binding is solid, reflecting the quality of this scholarly reprint.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSummary:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTitle: American Medical Biography\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAuthor: James Thacher, M.D.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Milford House Inc.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublication Year: 1967\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Very good","brand":"The Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58748353675424,"sku":null,"price":39.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/f07986d1-11ee-4426-ad41-b614762385c7.jpg?v=1787269432"},{"product_id":"vintage-1930s-horse-racing-betting-scrapbook-john-g-cavanagh-ny-race-tracks","title":"Vintage 1930s Horse Racing \u0026 Betting Scrapbook - John G Cavanagh NY Race Tracks","description":"Item Description\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVintage 1930s Scrapbook Archive: John G. Cavanagh, NY Horse Racing \"Betting Czar\" \u0026amp; Legal Estate Battle\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUp for sale is an exceptional, highly specific 1930s vintage newspaper clippings scrapbook dedicated entirely to John G. Cavanagh—the legendary New York race betting arbiter known as the \"Betting Dictator\" or \"Czar of the Betting Ring\"—and the dramatic 1938 legal battle involving his son, Walter Cavanagh, over his estate and horse racing payouts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKey Subject Details:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e John G. Cavanagh (1861–1937): Managed and arbitrated the betting rings at major New York racetracks (Aqueduct, Jamaica, Belmont, Saratoga) for over 40 years. He was the undisputed general arbiter during the era of oral bookmaking before parimutuel machines were introduced in New York.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Content Included:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Detailed obituaries and \"In Memoriam\" features from 1937 (Daily News, New York Post, Home News, etc.) documenting his life, funeral, and impact on horse racing history.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Articles from late 1938 reporting on the high-profile courtroom drama (\"Turf Bomb Muted\", \"Cavanagh Dynamite Soaked Down\") where his son Walter sued the estate for $9,415, threatening to expose \"betting ring secrets.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 1938 news coverage on the inauguration of parimutuel betting in New Jersey and New York racing updates.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Includes a gold-stamped bookmark: \"THE HOME OF MR. JOHN G. 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