Donovan Contract Appraisal

Cases on Contract by McGarvie and Donovan

This item is a hardbound legal textbook titled "CASES ON CONTRACT" by authors "MC GARVIE AND DONOVAN". The spine of the book is predominantly dark, appearing to be black or a very dark navy blue, with a ribbed texture, suggesting a durable cloth or buckram binding. The title, "CASES ON CONTRACT," is prominently displayed on a red rectangular panel positioned towards the top of the spine, with the text printed in a gold or yellow metallic font. Below this, also in the same metallic font, the authors' names "MC GARVIE AND DONOVAN" are centered on the dark background. Towards the bottom of the spine, the publisher information is visible but partially obscured, reading "THE LAW BOOK CO." and below it "OF AUSTRALIA PTY LTD", the 'OF' and 'AUSTRALIA' being more discernible. There are two thin gold lines running horizontally across the spine, one above and one below the red title panel, and another single gold line near the very bottom above the publisher details. The edges of the book appear to be in good condition with minimal fraying or damage visible on the spine. The corners of the spine show slight wear but nothing significant. The book's construction appears robust, typical of legal reference volumes designed for frequent use and longevity. The visible side of the book (likely the front cover or the side of the pages) next to the spine is a plain, off-white or cream color, with some minor smudges or discolorations indicating typical handling wear. No visible tears, major scuffs, or significant damage are apparent on the binding from this view. The general appearance suggests a book from the mid to late 20th century, given the design and publisher.