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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.
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
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.
Disclaimer:
The vintage items I share with you have been previously owned and loved. As is typical for vintage pieces, they may show some wear. Please use the pictures as a guide. If you have any questions or need more photos, ask.
About Reading Vintage:
At Reading Vintage, I curate one-of-a-kind treasures for book lovers, decorators, and collectors—including vintage books, retro bookends, and charming collectible pieces.
Yes. Every photo on this page is the actual item you will receive. Not a stock photo, not a similar copy. What you see is what ships.
Honestly. This is vintage, so expect some age. When I find wear, writing, stains, loose pages, chips, or missing pieces, I note them and show them in the photos. Some marks add character. Some are just flaws. I tell you which is which so you can decide if this is the right one for you.
With care. Old books and fragile pieces are wrapped and boxed so they arrive the way they left me. Careful packing is one of the things buyers mention most in their reviews. Orders of $35 or more ship free.
Probably not. Everything here is one of a kind, and I rarely find the same item twice. Once it sells, it is gone. Vintage does not restock neatly.