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Brant, Irving : The Fourth President: A Life of James Madison

The Easton Press, Norwalk, Connecticut, 1970

[1978] THIS IS THE FULL LEATHER, GILT, COLLECTIBLE EASTON PRESS BOOK EDITION, NOT A CHEAP COMPOSITE LEATHER OR THE CLOTH/PAPER TRADE EDITION. This beautifully bound edition in genuine brown leather was hand selected from individually tanned hides. Sophisticated hubbed design (three raised ridges) on spine, stamped with gorgeous accents of 22kt. gold - a hallmark of fine bookmaking. Endpapers feature repeating Presidential eagle design. Textured and shaded, acid-neutral paper won't turn yellow over time. Pages are Smyth-sewn into the binding for permanence (not glued like ordinary books). All edges gilded on three sides to enhance the book's elegance. Satin ribbon page marker bound into book. Condition: Short scratch to gilt on fore-edge; else overall New. Free of tears, cracks to binding hinges or joints; stickers and bookplates; writing or notations in text, and page tears. Book never read (purchased by physician for display in his bookcase). It was kept in temperature controlled environment - book not smelly or speckled with humidity stains. And no smoker's smell. Simply a beautiful, full leather-bound book in gift-giving condition. The is the biography of James Madison, who earned his significant place in American history mainly due to two factors: 1) he was the chief architect of our country's Constitution, and helped secure its ratification with his brilliant contributions to The Federalist papers (1787-88); and 2) he initiated the War of 1812 again Britain. He was a scholarly man whose understanding of political philosophy was strangely considered by many historians to be vastly superior to his talent for practical politics. Here is the spirit of the man in one volume, and a full account of his accomplishments. Historical, fascinating. A must read. A collectible, leather-bound book to keep forever. 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.. Illustr.: Scroll Pattern on Binding By George Herrick. Book Condition: Fine. Binding: Leather

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