Fisher's Law of Mortgages, Canadian Edition, 1910

This item is a hardbound book, specifically a legal treatise titled "Fisher's Law of Mortgages, Canadian Edition" published in 1910. The book's spine is predominantly dark in color, likely a very dark green or black buckram or cloth, exhibiting a classic robust binding style typical of early 20th-century legal texts. Towards the top of the spine, there is a distinct reddish-brown (maroon) label with gilt lettering that boldly presents the author's name "FISHER'S" and the title "Law of Mortgages" in an ornate, slightly decorative font. Below this, separated by a thin gilt line, is another section identifying it as the "CANADIAN EDITION" and the publication year "1910", also in gilt lettering. The spine is further adorned with multiple horizontal gilt lines, segmenting it into sections. Near the bottom, a white adhesive label is affixed, bearing library call numbers "KN 66 F53 1910", indicating its past association with a library collection. The physical condition, as noted, is 'Good', with visible signs of age-appropriate wear. This includes scuffing and minor abrasion along the edges and corners of the spine, particularly at the head and foot, consistent with over a century of handling and storage. Some of the gilt lines show slight wear and loss of luster. Despite these cosmetic signs of age, the binding appears intact with no visible major tears, significant damage, or structural issues, suggesting good preservation and craftsmanship for its era. The book's substantial appearance reflects the detailed and comprehensive nature expected of a major legal reference from this period, making it a piece of historical legal scholarship.