Antique Book Gaskell's Compendium of Forms Social, Educational, Legal, and Commercial - 1882

This book offers a unique glimpse into life in the late 1880s. Nearly 150 years old, this amazing book is copywritten in 1882 . Titled Gaskell's Compendium of Forms, Social, Educational, Legal & Commercial. It covers Penmanship, Correspondence, Etiquette, Poetry and a host of many other interesting topics and subjects of the late 1800s. This is a large coffee table book that is perfect for guests to enjoy and a great conversation piece. This book is in good condition for being antique in age. There is evidence of a past repair on the exterior spine and there is slight separation on the inside cover (see listing photos). The binding remains in solid condition. We really love calf leather cover with all its stunning engraved and gilded detail and design. See listing photos closely for best description of condition.

Measurements (approximate):
11 inches tall
8.75 inches wide
2 inches thick

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