Boston: James R. Osgood, 1872. First edition. second issue. Hardcover. Good/No Jacket. Original blue cloth, gilt and black designs. First edition, second issue with "It" correct on page 42. Bit of fray to spine head, and wear to edges, front hinge cracked, former owner name in ink. Good.

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Bookseller: Graver & Pen Rare Books (US)
Bookseller's Inventory #: 012383
Title: Septimius Felton, or the Elixer of Life
Author: Hawthorne, Nathaniel
Format/Binding: Hardcover
Book Condition: Used - Good
Jacket Condition: No Jacket
Quantity Available: 1
Edition: First edition. second issue
Publisher: James R. Osgood
Place of Publication: Boston
Date Published: 1872

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Cloth: "Cloth-bound" generally refers to a hardcover book with cloth covering the outside of the book covers. The cloth is stretched...
Cracked: In reference to a hinge or a book's binding, means that the glue which holds the opposing leaves has allowed them to separate,...
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Hinge: The portion of the book closest to the spine that allows the book to be opened and closed.
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