Martin Van Buren and the American Political System [Full Leather]

Norwalk, Connecticut: The Easton Press, 1997. [1997] Hardcover. AUTHENTIC FULL LEATHER FINE BINDING - NOT THE CHEAPER COMPOSITE LEATHER, SIMULATED LEATHER, FACSIMILE, PRINT ON-DEMAND, OR THE REGULAR TRADE CLOTH BINDING. Deep brown leather features lettering and design in 22kt gold leaf. All edges in beautiful gilt. Four raised ridges on back (spine), moiré fabric endpapers, archival-quality paper, Smyth-sewn pages (not glued), satin page marker, 477 pages, including comprehensive Index and Bibliography. Condition: Small ding to gilt at bottom edge from shelving, else book is Fine, new, in gift-giving condition. [Some books online have been read, but described as New. This book was never read.] Book kept in a temperature-controlled room; free of the smells of smoke from cigarettes or cigars. This is the life of Martin Van Buren (1782-1862) and the American Political System, beginning at the end of the American Revolution and ending during the Civil War. Martin represented the second generation of American political leaders --- those who lived between the eras of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. Martin was the first grassroots organizer. The key to Martin's career is the part he played in building and shaping America's distinctive political system. A remarkable biography, a historical story. A new, authentic full leather binding. 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 be receiving when you order. We ship promptly. . Leather Bound. Fine.