Gorgeous antique 1926 Mississippi Steamboatin' book by Herbert and Edward Quick. The fine binding is leather and marble with gold gilt lettering. There are also black and white images throughout. This would make a perfect addition to any antique library or would be a thoughtful gift for anyone who loves history.
This book covers the history of steam boating on the Mississippi River and its tributaries, including descriptions of trade routes, racing, statistics, disasters, and more.
There is wear and discoloration/rubbing/scuffing on the cover, spine, and pages due to age. All pages are tightly bound. Book measures about 8.5" x 5.5" x 1.5". Please note that photos may appear brighter than actual book.
