Beautiful Rare 1893 Illus Book, LIFE OF JAMES G BLAINE, 704 Pgs, Augusta, Maine For Sale

Rare Antique 1893 Book, "LIFE OF JAMES G. BLAINE", Biography

DESCRIPTION: Beautiful early antique book about THE LIFE AND PUBLIC SERVICE OF JAMES G. BLAINE, the illustrious American orator, diplomat, and statesman. Illustrated with 33 photo illustrations. Contains 21 chapters, each outlined as done at that time.

Incredibly active and famous during his life as a newspaper man from Augusta, Maine, to Representative in the US House (including service as speaker), Maine senator to the US Senate, cabinet secretary to a variety of presidents, and a presidential candidate vs. Grover Cleveland.

Hard cover. Absolutely excellentcondition overall. Cover has the typical Victorian ornate design, with gold title and bust of him. Measures 6" x 8" x 2", and A WHOPPING 704 PAGES LONG!!

Great reading and an excellent early reference on him. The attached scan will not do it justice, but hopefully will provide an idea of the content and condition.

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