1940s

The Common Sense of Yacht Design 2 Volumes L. Francis Herreshoff HC Volume 1 & 2

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“The Common Sense of Yacht Design” is a vintage, two-volume set written by Francis Herreshoff and published by The Rudder Publishing Co. The nonfiction book, intended for adult audiences, provides valuable insights into the world of yacht design. Herreshoff’s expertise in the field is evident through the illustrated pages, making it a valuable resource for those interested in sports and yacht design. This classic book set is a timeless piece of nautical history, offering practical advice and design principles for yachtsmen and enthusiasts alike.

The Self-Betrayed, Curt Riess, Hardback, Ex-Lib, 1942, Military, Vintage

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Hardback, Ex-Library copy with usual markings and stampings, Library pocket removed from inside back board as shown, spine is taped inside front and back hinges as pictured, worn through to cardboard on corners, worn on edges, covers and top and bottom of spine with fraying as can be seen in photos, library numbers written on spine, some kind of vintage sticker is stuck on front end page on end paper map as shown, deckled edges, clean interior, 1942, Vintage

A Man From Kansas The Story of William Allen White by David Hinshaw 1945

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This listing is for ‘A Man From Kansas: The Story of William Allen White’ by David Hinshaw, a biography published in 1945 by G. P. Putnam’s Sons, New York. The book is presented in a green hardcover format. The front cover features the initials ‘W. A. W.’ in gold lettering. The spine shows the author ‘Hinshaw’, title ‘A Man From Kansas’, and publisher ‘Putnam’. The book covers the life and legacy of William Allen White, a prominent American journalist, politician, and author from Kansas. The table of contents indicates coverage of his early life, his career as an editor and writer, and his political influence. Please examine the images for details on the book’s condition, which shows wear consistent with its age, including some scuffing and discoloration on the covers.

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