A Compilation of the Messages and Papers of the Presidents Vol. XIII

The book is in good condition with a sturdy binding. The cover shows some wear, particularly at the corners and spine edges, but remains intact. There is no dust jacket. The pages are clean and well-preserved, with no inscriptions or library markings.

This volume, titled "A Compilation of the Messages and Papers of the Presidents," is published by the Bureau of National Literature, Inc. in New York. It is Volume XIII of the series, offering a detailed collection of presidential messages and papers. The book is prepared under the direction of the Joint Committee on Printing, of the House and Senate, pursuant to an Act of the Fifty-Second Congress of the United States. This edition includes additions and an encyclopedic index by private enterprise, making it a valuable historical reference for scholars and enthusiasts of U.S. political history. The book provides insights into presidential communications and decisions, reflecting the political climate and governance of the time. The condition is good, with a sturdy binding and no dust jacket.