John Paul Jones: Father of the United States Navy

The book is a hardcover ex-library edition with expected library markings and stamps, including a stamp from the Public Library in Hooker, Oklahoma. The cover shows minor wear, typical of library use, but is intact. The binding is firm, and the pages are clean, though there may be some library-related markings inside.

"John Paul Jones: Father of the United States Navy" by Ruth Cromer Weir is a captivating biography published by Row, Peterson and Company in 1950. This hardcover edition, illustrated by Frederick Seyfarth, offers an insightful look into the life of John Paul Jones, a pivotal figure in naval history. The book is published in Evanston, Illinois, and White Plains, New York. While it is an ex-library copy, it remains a valuable resource for those interested in the origins of the United States Navy and the life of one of its most celebrated figures. The work is not only a biography but also a piece of historical literature that sheds light on the maritime challenges and triumphs of the 18th century. The book's condition, typical of library copies, includes some wear, but it retains its structural integrity.