Chester A. Arthur: A Quarter-Century of Machine Politics [Full Leather Binding]

Norwalk, Connecticut: Easton Press, 1987. [1987] FULL GENUINE LEATHER FINE BINDING by Easton Press -- NOT THE REGULAR TRADE CLOTH BINDING OR THE CHEAPER COMPOSITE LEATHER. Tan/brown leather binding features beautiful gilt designs/gilt lettering, 307 pages including comprehensive Index. Sophisticated binding: Five raised ridges on spine; lettering, designs stamped with gorgeous accents of 22kt. gold -- a hallmark of fine bookmaking. This beautifully bound book was hand-selected from individually tanned hides. Textured and shaded, acid-neutral paper won't turn yellow over time. Pages are Smyth-sewn into binding for permanence (not glued like ordinary books). Edges gilded on three sides to enhance elegance of the book. Repeating eagle design on endpapers. Satin ribbon page markers bound in. Condition: Fine, never read, right from the publisher. Free of smelly old humidity stains and the smoke smell of a cigarette or cigar smoker. Stored in temperature-controlled bookcase. Book in gift-giving condition. President Chester A. Arthur's administration enacted lasting reforms - anti-corruption, and was one of the most honest Presidents in American history. The intricate and complex laws which now regulate ethical conduct in government, for example, are the direct legislative descendants of Arthur's Presidency. The author explores Arthur's youthful start in New York politics to his astonishing emergence as an honest and efficient President. A very insightful and factual book. In full leather, a beautiful addition to any home or office library. Note: We are a well-established, well-respected, ethical book dealer in business since 1991. We describe the condition of our books thoroughly and honestly, so you'll know exactly what you will receive when you order. We ship promptly.. Leather Bound. Good..