C l smith illus (1 Ergebnisse)
Verlag: Privately published, Decatur, Il 1903
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Anbieter: Lorne Bair Rare Books, ABAA, Winchester, VA, USALorne Bair Rare Books, ABAA
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First Edition. Octavo (21.5cm); dark red cloth, stamped in gilt (front) and black (spine); 228pp, frontispiece. Spine sunned; boards rubbed, with edgewear and minor fraying; scratches and soiling; gilt dulled. Textblock soiled about edges, with yellowing along page margins; gift inscription on ffep; bindings slightly shaken, els…e just about Very Good. Frank B. "Dad" Stearns was proprietor of the Decatur (Illinois) Hotel, from 1900 to 1910. He was something of a Character, known for his optimism and humor; if the thorough local coverage of this book's release is any indication, he was well-liked in Decatur. This volume contains "Dad" Stearns' poetic efforts, humorous and somber, with many covering subjects of the day (such as the death of president William McKinley, a personal friend of his), as well those more local and personal. Features C. L. Smith's charming illustrations, as well as some photo-illustrations.
