Social Sciences Book Appraisal

Book: International Fellowship by George Simpson (1948)

The item is a hardbound book, appearing to be a volume intended for library or academic use. Its physical characteristics include a spine covered in a textured material, likely cloth, in a light beige or tan hue. A prominent design element on the spine consists of two wide, horizontal bands of a distinctive teal or turquoise color. The upper teal band likely contains the book's title, which is partially visible and appears to be 'International Fellowship' or similar. The lower teal band displays the author's name, discernible as 'GEORGE SIMPSON'. The lettering on both bands is light-colored, possibly white or gold, providing good contrast against the teal. Below the author's name, on the beige portion of the spine, there are hand-written or stamped library call numbers and a date: '080', 'S85', and '1948'. These markings suggest its use in a cataloged collection and strongly indicate a publication year of 1948 or a significant library acquisition/cataloging date around that time. The book appears to be in good condition, as stated in the context, with no apparent tears, major scuffs, or significant discoloration. The corners and edges of the spine show minimal wear for an item of its apparent age, indicating careful handling or good preservation. The construction seems robust, typical of a well-bound hardcover book designed for longevity and frequent use. The presence of the call numbers and date points to an academic or non-fiction genre, likely within social sciences or humanities given the discernible title. The overall aesthetic is utilitarian yet classic, favoring durability and readability.