The Story of Siegfried (Scribner's Illustrated Classics) by Baldwin, James - 1959

New York, New York, U.S.A.: Charles Scribner's Sons, 1959. Reprint . Hardcover. Fair/Very Good. Hurd, Peter. One of a lovely series of classic books for young readers illustrated by famous artists of the day. These have recently been reissued, making these original editions more highly collectible, particularly when they contain color plates, like this one! Besides the full-color title page, there are 6 color plates throughout the 279 pages of text (with Notes). Orig. published in 1931, this edition was issued aftr th copyright was renewed in 1959. Hardcover book is downgraded to only Fair condition because it is an Ex-Lib copy: library binding (blue cloth over boards with black lettering to front & spine). Old tape marks on both front & back covers from where DJ was taped. The old library mylar has been removed & replaced with new archival mylar. As the DJ was protected, it remains in VG condition: worst flaw is remains of call letter sticker on lower spine. otherwise, colorful & bright with minor-moderate chipping, particularly at corners. NO fading, but rubbing to extremities. Other book flaws include: usual ex-lib stamps & markings in both front & back matter; 2 black marks to outside bottom page edges, foxing to fore edge (does not impact interior); mild tanning to outside page edges. Aside from 1 small spot, all the plates are pristine! Binding is straight & strong. NO writing/underlining/highlighting. Please see our photos--they show the Exact book you will receive from us--never "stock" images of books we don't actually have on hand! Description & photos property of Gargoyle Books. All orders processed before 2 pm Weekdays (Pacific time) ship Same Day; Weekends & holidays ship next business day.