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Tales of Old Schenectady: Volumes I and II (Lot of 2)

Tales of Old Schenectady: Volumes I and II (Lot of 2)

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Condition: Very Good

Book Notes: Vol. I: covers show minor shelf wear; binding is tight and pages are clean. Vol. II: covers show minor shelf wear; binding is tight and pages are clean. Vol. II inscribed and signed by the author on the title page: "Old Dorp greetings! Larry Hart".

Author(s): Larry Hart
Edition: First Edition (Vol. I); Second Edition (Vol. II)

Binding: Paperback

Language: English

Publisher: Old Dorp Books

Condition: Very Good
ISBN:

Two volumes of Larry Hart's history of Schenectady, New York, published by Old Dorp Books, Scotia, N.Y.

Volume I: The Formative Years (Bicentennial Edition; First Edition, copyright 1975). Its sections, as printed in the contents: The Formative Years; Schenectady and the Revolutionary War; Fire! Fire!; The Walls Came Tumbling Down; On the Somber Side; Random Stories of the Past.

Volume II: The Changing Scene (copyright 1977; this copy the Second Edition, 1983). Chapters include Raising of the Tracks, How Downtown Changed With the Times, The City Hall Clock, Old Union Classical Institute, The Days of Home Delivery, The Tragic Mill Fire, The Heyday of Glenotia Park, Newsboys United, Schenectady's Water Towers and Stanford - A Name Known to All.

Volume II is inscribed and signed by the author on the title page.

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    This book is in excellent condition and appears to have been read only once. The pages are clean and unmarked, with no creases or stains. The binding remains firm and tight. There may be minimal signs of shelf wear on the cover or dust jacket, but overall, the book looks and feels nearly new.

  • Very Good

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  • Good

    This book shows moderate to heavy signs of wear that can include creases, stains or tears. The cover may have minimal damage, and the binding remains intact with slight wear. The majority of pages are undamaged, though there may be some highlighting, underlining, or notes. It may also contain identifying marks from a previous owner or bookstore.

  • Acceptable

    This book shows significant wear, which may include tears, large stains, creases, loose pages, and heavy notes, underlining, or highlighting. The binding may be loose but remains intact. While it has noticeable imperfections, it is still a complete and readable copy. Any major defects will be clearly noted in the listing.

  • As Described

    This book is visibly worn and may be heavily soiled, scuffed, stained, or spotted. It may have loose joints, hinges, or pages, and some text or pages may be missing. Large tears and other significant defects may be present. While still a readable copy, it shows substantial signs of use. Any major flaws will be clearly noted in the listing.

  • Dust Jacket Grading

    (A) Excellent
    The dust jacket is in excellent condition, may show the slightest signs of shelf wear, if any.

    (B) Good
    Shows minor shelf wear, usually along edges and may have a few light stains.

    (C) Fair
    Displays moderate shelf wear, including some noticeable small tears, creasing and/or stains.

    (D) Poor
    Contains large tears, several creases, and/or heavy staining.

    (F) As Is
    Shows significant wear and tear. Majority of dust jacket is torn or missing. May contain heavy staining.