Elbert Hubbard’s Scrap Book (1923, Hardcover) – A Roycroft Classic of Inspirational Wisdom

This 1923 edition of Elbert Hubbard’s Scrap Book features a wide range of thoughts, essays, and quotes the author found meaningful during his lifetime.

Printed by Wm. H. Wise & Co., this hardcover volume reflects the Roycroft design aesthetic and serves as a window into early 20th-century philosophy and motivational thinking.

 Quick Specs

• Title: Elbert Hubbard’s Scrap Book
• Author: Elbert Hubbard
• Publisher: Wm. H. Wise & Co., 1923
• Genre: Inspirational Nonfiction, Roycroft Philosophy
• Format: Hardcover (clothbound)
• Pages: 228
• Size: 9 x 6 x 1 inches
• Language: English

Condition:
• General wear to boards and edges
• Cloth is lifting slightly on the back cover
• Binding is tight, and all pages are intact
• No markings or damage to interior pages
• Illustrated endpapers show Roycroft print shop and inn

About Elbert Hubbard

Elbert Hubbard was a key figure in the American Arts and Crafts Movement and the founder of the Roycroft artisan community. His writings continue to offer insights into craftsmanship, creativity, and personal discipline.

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