Description
This fascinating collection of biographies was published in 1888 and owned by Salem Wilder in Winchester, Massachusetts. His name and the date October 26, 1888 is handwritten in one of the volumes (see pictures). I do not know how his set of books wound up in North Carolina. My guess is that my family, a group of avid readers and researchers, purchased the set at some point. Most recently, they lived on a shelf in my parents home - for about sixty years. And now - they are on our shelves. Though they delight us, we must let them go in the name of downsizing. The front and back covers have a beautiful raised seal and edging. Gold lettering. They have been loved and used and the covers show appropriate scratches and ripples. The insides are in very good shape except for some brown speckles. Please let us know if you would like more details. We hope they can delight you real soon!
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