The Life and Work of James A. Garfield 20th US President
The Life and Work of James A. Garfield 20th US President
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Book Notes: Cover contains heavy shelf wear, rubbed corners and edges, cracked on the lower end of the spine between spine and front cover. 2nd frontispiece and title page have detached from binding. The rest of the pages are intact and binding is tight. Pages are in good condition, some containing minor foxing.
Author(s): John Clark RidpathEdition: Memorial Edition
Publication year: 1881
Binding: Hardcover Leather
Language: English
Publisher: New York: Phillips and Hunt
ISBN:This biography chronicles one of the most meteoric and poignant lives in American politics. The narrative traces Garfield's incredible journey from a penniless boy born in an Ohio log cabin to a brilliant western college president, a heroic Union Major General in the Civil War, and a powerhouse leader in the House of Representatives. The book captures the high-stakes political drama of the 1880 Republican Convention where Garfield went from a dark horse outsider to the presidential nominee. It deeply explores his short-lived presidency, his vision for civil rights and civil service reform, and the national tragedy of his shooting by a disgruntled office-seeker. Written with the sweeping, dramatic prose characteristic of late 19th-century literature, it stands as a moving tribute to a brilliant, self-made leader whose immense potential was cut short just as his impact on the nation was beginning.
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Book Condition Scale
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Like New
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.
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Very Good
This book has been read but remains in great condition. It does not look new, yet there is no obvious damage to the cover. Wear and tear are minimal. The pages are clean, free of highlighting or notes, though it may contain identifying marks from a previous owner or bookstore.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
