A Protégée of Jack Hamlin's Jeff Briggs's Love Story

The book is in good condition, with a sturdy green cloth hardcover and gold lettering on the spine. There is no dust jacket present. The binding remains tight, and the pages are clean, though they exhibit some age-related toning. There are no inscriptions, signatures, or library markings.

This hardcover edition of "A Protégée of Jack Hamlin's / Jeff Briggs's Love Story" by Bret Harte is part of the "Argonaut Edition" of The Works of Bret Harte, published by P. F. Collier & Son in 1894. Originally copyrighted in 1882 by Houghton, Mifflin & Company, this edition offers a glimpse into Harte's vivid storytelling, capturing the essence of 19th-century American life. Known for his depiction of the American West and its colorful characters, Harte's work remains significant in the canon of American literature. This edition, printed in New York, is a collectible piece, particularly for those interested in classic short stories. The book is bound in green cloth with gold lettering on the spine, and while it lacks a dust jacket, it maintains a robust presence. This edition is not a first edition but represents a valuable part of Harte's collected works.