The Yacht " America " by Thompson, Stephens & Swan 1925 Limited Presentation

Description: THE YACHT "AMERICA" by Winfield M. Thompson ~ William P. Stephens ~ William U. Swan Together witn Material from Contemporary Records with a Foreword by John R. Spears Published: Charles E. Lauriat Co., Boston - 1925, Large Paper issue limited to 375 copies, although "Presentation Copy" appears in number space **Inscribed to Billy Swan from Publisher, C.E. Lauriat Jr.** Later inscription to Mr. Bliss from Alice SwanStory of the schooner America, winner of the 1851 race around the Isle of Wight, and for which the America's Cup is named. This hardcover book measures 6 1/4" X 9 1/2" - 335 pages, plus 39 B&W plates, a color frontispiece, and a fold-out line drawing of the craft. The book has paper covered boards, and a blue spine with gold inlay. The spine has been replaced, with the original cloth pasted over. The boards have watermarks on the front and back, with the interior of the book not effected, still being bright, with little or no age toning. There is much edge and corner wear although the hinges are strong and the pages tight.Free U. S. Media S&H. Parcel post and priority mail available upon request at an additional cost. Combined S&H available. International S&H higher. Please E-mail us with any questions. Thanks for looking!

Price: 157 USD

Location: Waterford, Connecticut

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