Description:
Kings of the Forest: And their Kindred Tribes: Pictures and Stories of the World's Wild Animals: Collected and arranged for the amusement and instruction of readers of all ages, but especially for the young. By W.A. Foster, published by Charles Foster Publishing Co., Philadelphia, 288 pp., 9" x 11" (quarto; 4to). Brown cloth boards with embossed lettering and cover pictorial. Lavish black-and-white illustrations throughout.Volume is RARE, and is one of the most striking books in our collection. Richly and beautifully illustrated. Suitable as a bespoke gift or investment book.
Condition of the book is Very Good-. Some wear to cover, including bumped corners, light edge wear, and scuffs on both front and rear covers. Light foxing and finger touches throughout (see photos). Tight binding, and interior pages solid and sharp. Overall very presentable, but we disclose all issues.
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