Military Book Appraisal

The Soldier in Our Civil War Book

This item is a large-format, hardcover book titled "The Soldier in Our Civil War." The cover is a deep maroon or burgundy color, featuring ornate gold embossed lettering and illustrations. The title, "The Soldier," is prominently displayed at the top, and "IN OUR Civil War" is positioned towards the bottom. A central illustration depicts a standing soldier in a Union-era uniform, rendered in gold, surrounded by a circular border with various symbols and smaller illustrations, possibly representing military insignia or regimental crests. Behind the soldier, there are faint outlines of what appear to be tents and possibly other soldiers or military equipment, also in gold. The corners of the cover are adorned with decorative gold and black scrollwork, including laurel leaf motifs, which frame the central design. The physical condition shows signs of age and wear. The edges and corners of the cover are noticeably worn, with some fraying and loss of color, especially along the spine edge and bottom right corner. There are dark smudges and discoloration, possibly from handling or environmental exposure, particularly visible on the left side and bottom edge. Despite the wear, the gold embossing remains largely intact and vibrant, indicating good quality of the original printing. The book appears to be a historical tome, likely published around the late 19th or early 20th century, given its subject matter and design aesthetics, characteristic of commemorative publications from that era. Its substantial size suggests it may contain numerous illustrations, maps, or detailed accounts of the Civil War. The craftsmanship, with its detailed embossing, indicates a robust and decorative binding typical of significant historical works.