Books That Changed America
by Robert B. Downs
"Books That Changed America" by Robert B. Downs, The Macmillan Company, 1970, First Printing. Hardcover, ex-library with stamps. Dust jacket shows minor wear. A key edition analyzing 25 books that shaped American thought, offering historical insights and cultural analysis. Ideal for collectors of literary history.
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The book is in good condition with a dust jacket showing minor edge wear. As an ex-library edition, it contains stamps and markings from the Colorado State Library. The binding remains strong, and the pages are clean, with no inscriptions or signatures.
About This Vintage 1970 Edition
"Books That Changed America" by Robert B. Downs, published by The Macmillan Company in 1970, is a first printing edition that explores the significant impact of 25 works on American culture and society. This edition, printed in New York, delves into the transformative power of literature and its role in shaping national consciousness. Downs, an esteemed bibliographer and librarian, provides insightful analysis into each book's historical context and influence. This copy, once part of the Colorado State Library collection, is ex-library with the usual markings. The dust jacket shows signs of wear but remains intact. This edition is a valuable resource for those interested in the intersection of literature and history.
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