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The Historians’ History of the World, Vol. XXIII: The United States & Spanish America (1904/1907), Illustrated Hardcover

Vintage early-1900s reference volume from The Historians’ History of the World series. Volume XXIII covers The United States and Spanish America and includes numerous illustrations and maps. A substantial, display-worthy book that fits perfectly in a curated history collection.

Key details

  • Series: The Historians’ History of the World
  • Volume: XXIII (23)
  • Coverage: The United States; Spanish America
  • Publisher imprint shown: Cooper & Jackson (London and New York)
  • Copyright noted: 1904, 1907 (by Henry Smith Williams)
  • Format: Hardcover (cloth binding)
  • Size: approx. 10 x 8 x 3 in
  • Length: 686 pages
  • Features: Many maps & illustrations

PLEASE NOTE: I have the full set and will be listing volumes grouped by topics. Buyers can browse the history collection for more.

Condition

  • General vintage wear to cloth boards and spine (age-related rubbing/toning).
  • Pages appear clean overall for age; expected light age toning.
  • Spine shows some darkened spots/marks consistent with age.
  • Binding looks intact in photos; no dust jacket (typical for this type/age

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This Volume XXIII covers the United States and Spanish America in 686 pages with many maps and illustrations, and it suits a world history reference shelf. If it's the right copy for you, it's ready to come home.

  • Near Fine: Close to new. Any flaw is small and named above.
  • Very Good: Light use. Every flaw is named above, and none of them get in the way of reading or display.
  • Good: Complete and usable, with clear signs of use. Every flaw is named above.
  • Fair: Heavy wear or damage, named above. A reading or working copy, not a display piece.

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