Truman by McCullough, David - 1994

Norwalk, Connecticut: The Easton Press, 1994. [1994] Set of two Volumes: Deep maroon, full leather hardcovers featuring beautiful gilt designs/gilt lettering. Vol I, 1117 pages. Vol. II, 1117 pages. Sophisticated, fine binding has four raised ridges on each spine. Lettering, designs stamped with gorgeous accents of 22kt. gold - a hallmark of fine bookmaking. This beautifully bound set of genuine leather 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). Endpapers feature repeating design of the Presidential Eagle. Edges gilded on three sides to enhance the elegance of each book. Satin ribbon page marker bound in binding. Condition: Fine, As New. In gift-giving condition. Free of cracks, tears, and shelf wear to bindings. Free of bookplates, stickers, writing, and page tears. Gilt is beautiful (no scratches, chips, or abrasions). Internally: Pages are crisp and clean, text clear and very readable. Book set kept in temperature-controlled environment - no smelly damp stains or the smell of a previous smoker. Books never read, purchased as a collectible. Ten years in the writing, this remarkable Pulitzer Prize-winning biography of Harry S. Truman has been skillfully written by historian McCullough from many newly discovered sources, and a plenitude of frank interviews conducted with the President's family, friends, and colleagues. Revealing: Many facets of Truman's personality, leadership ability, and political philosophy . . . it helps to further brighten the light that has been cast on his administration. Excellent set of leather-bound books - a biography that is prize-winning, historical, and a significant addition to your home 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 be receiving when you order. We ship promptly.. Leather. Fine.