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Lot of 2 antique books: Silas Marner by George Eliot and Biglow Papers by James Russell Lowell. Henry Altemus gift editions, estimated from the 1890s based on binding and title page design.Beautiful matching pair of vintage books from the Henry Altemus floral series, featuring gilt Art Nouveau spines and patterned boards. Silas Marner is a tale of redemption, while The Biglow Papers offers satirical critique. Collectible for their decorative value and compact size.Overall fair condition:• Cover: marks and heavy wear/tearing/dings at edges and corners• Spine: marks and wear/tearing at ends. Tear in cloth at top of Biglow spine• Pages: overall good condition with some age marks, creased corners and small tears. Frontispiece detached (Silas) and loose (Biglow).• Edges: age marks and darkeningSee all pictures for condition details. #LaurazonBooks
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