Johnston Us History Appraisal

A History of The United States For Schools by Alexander Johnston, LL.D., 1886

The item is an antique or vintage textbook titled "A History of The United States For Schools" by Alexander Johnston, LL.D., published by Henry Holt and Company in New York in 1886. The book's front matter, specifically the title page, is visible. The paper appears to be an off-white or cream color, consistent with aged pulp paper from that era. There are visible signs of wear and aging, including slight discoloration and what appears to be a small dark spot or stain near the top center of the page. The binding on the left side shows a crease or fold, indicating that the book has been opened and used over time. The typography is classic, featuring a mix of serif fonts for headings and body text, with varying sizes and weights used to emphasize different parts of the title and author information. A notable feature is the publisher's emblem, an illustration of an owl perched on a stack of books, located above the publisher's name. This emblem signifies the Henry Holt and Company publishing house. The overall condition suggests a well-preserved but used volume, demonstrating a good level of craftsmanship typical of books from the late 19th century, with clear printing and a sturdy, though aged, paper quality. No clear tears or significant damage are observable on this particular page, only general signs of natural aging and minor handling.