This 1907 volume of The Historians’ History of the World covers Spain and Portugal in a substantial, handsome cloth hardcover made for readers who love early 20th-century reference books.
It is part of Henry Smith Williams’ ambitious multi-volume world history series and blends scholarly narrative with period illustrations and portraits.
This copy has strong shelf presence, a decorative title page, and a clean, solid interior from what is visible in the photos.
Quick Specs
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Item Type: Antique hardcover history book
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Size: 10 x 7 x 1 in.
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Material: Cloth hardcover over paper text block
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Color: Tan cloth boards with black spine decoration; cream pages
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Origin or Maker: The History Association, London and New York
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Year or Era: 1907
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GENRE: World History / European History
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Language / Pages: English / 663 pages
Edition & Features
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Edition/Printing: Volume X of the series; title page dated 1907
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Illustrations/Maps/Plates: Black-and-white portrait plate and full-page historical illustrations visible in photos
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Extras: Ornate decorative title page; substantial reference format; volume devoted to Spain and Portugal
Condition Grade: Very Good
Notes:
- Attractive antique copy with clean, sturdy-looking binding and sharp page block. Cloth boards show light general age wear, mild rubbing, and a few small marks/scuffs, including a faint spot on the front board.
- Spine printing remains clear and legible. Interior pages appear clean with light age toning typical of the period.
- No major tears, loose pages, or heavy staining are visible in the photos provided.
See all photos for detail—sold as pictured.
Condition Grade Key
Near Fine: minimal wear; tight; clean.
Very Good: light wear; clean text; minor flaws.
Good: noticeable wear; sound reading copy; some marks.
Fair: heavy wear; complete but worn; priced accordingly.
About the Author: HENRY SMITH WILLIAMS
Henry Smith Williams was an American physician and editor known for overseeing large historical reference works for general readers. This series aimed to gather major historical writing into an accessible library set, which helps explain why these volumes still appeal to readers, decorators, and collectors today.
A smart antique history volume for anyone who likes their books scholarly, substantial, and beautifully old.
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