The World Almanac and Encyclopedia 1909
A comprehensive round-up of America in 1909—politics, sports, the arts etc
Author
Joseph Pulitzer, introduction
Publisher
The Press Publishing Co, New York, 1908
Printing Details
First thus. Hardback, rebound in plain tan cloth with contrasting leather title label to spine. 19 × 13cm, 702pp (lacking the last 34 pages)
A summary and round-up of America in 1909, from politics, sports, the arts, transport etc, absolutely packed full of information. Journalist Joseph Pulitzer (of Pulitzer Prize fame) has provided the introduction.
Condition
Good condition. As mentioned, the book has been bound without the last 32 pages but of the 700+ pages that remains, they are in good condition and the inner binding is secure. The plain cloth is a little dulled but the book has been well rebound. Previous owner's bookplate to the ffep, Winthrop Burr.