• The Silver Spoon by John Galsworthy, 1926 Scribner's hardcover - front of worn dust jacket
  • The Silver Spoon by John Galsworthy, 1926 Scribner's hardcover - rear of dust jacket with author portrait and spine
  • The Silver Spoon by John Galsworthy, 1926 Scribner's hardcover - purple cloth boards and spine
  • The Silver Spoon by John Galsworthy, 1926 Scribner's hardcover - top edge and corner
  • The Silver Spoon by John Galsworthy, 1926 Scribner's hardcover - fore edge and corner
  • The Silver Spoon by John Galsworthy, 1926 Scribner's hardcover - 1926 gift inscription and water stain on front endpapers
  • The Silver Spoon by John Galsworthy, 1926 Scribner's hardcover - half-title page with water stain
  • The Silver Spoon by John Galsworthy, 1926 Scribner's hardcover - list of Galsworthy works and title page
  • The Silver Spoon by John Galsworthy, 1926 Scribner's hardcover - copyright and dedication page
  • The Silver Spoon by John Galsworthy, 1926 Scribner's hardcover - contents Parts I and II
  • The Silver Spoon by John Galsworthy, 1926 Scribner's hardcover - contents Part III
  • The Silver Spoon by John Galsworthy, 1926 Scribner's hardcover - text pages
  • The Silver Spoon by John Galsworthy, 1926 Scribner's hardcover - chapter VI opening pages
  • The Silver Spoon by John Galsworthy, 1926 Scribner's hardcover - rear endpapers
  • The Silver Spoon by John Galsworthy, 1926 Scribner's hardcover - dust jacket flaps and inner side showing losses
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The Silver Spoon

The Silver Spoon

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Condition: Good

Book Notes: Water stain along the top edge of the front endpapers and first leaves. Purple cloth boards are lightly faded with wear at the corners and spine ends. Binding is tight; pages are toned with light foxing. Dust jacket is heavily chipped and stained, with large pieces missing at the top edge and spine. Gift inscription on the front free endpaper: "To Mama for her Birthday from Mildreth July 3rd, 1926."

Author(s): John Galsworthy

Publication year: 1926

Binding: Hardcover

Language: English

Publisher: Charles Scribner's Sons

Condition: Good
ISBN:

A novel of contemporary manners by John Galsworthy whose plot centers on a duel between two young women, fought out in the salon, the court and the ballroom. The principals are Fleur Forsyte, raised in the Victorian Forsyte traditions, and Marjorie Ferrar, who with the license of her social group lives dangerously. Around this episode revolve many characters expressing the conflicting viewpoints of the day.

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Book Condition Scale

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.