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[THE HISTORY OF THE WORLD, THROUGH WORLD WAR ONE.]
The Progress of Nations!
The history of the world and of its peoples from the dawn of history to the present day.
Complete in 11-volumes.

Printed in 1937!!
FIRST EDITION / FIRST PRINTING, of this complete 11-volume extended edition.
With volume 11 being the continuation.

National Patron Of Honor Edition!
SIGNED, on the dedication page, by the National Commander of the Disabled American Veterans of the World War (WWI).

Bound in high-quality, thick morocco leather bindings.
These are full leather bindings.
Full leather bindings were more expensive to produce, and are highly desirable!
Gilded spines with raised hubs.
Elaborately gilded framing to covers, with an armored knight's bust on the front cover.
All edges are cased in gilding!
Gilded turn ins over pictorial end papers.
ILLUSTRATED with 2,300 illustrations, and 231charts and maps.
5,215 pages.
These are large books, measuring 9 inches tall.
These take up over 18 inches of shelf space.

Department of Rehabilitation, Disabled American Veterans of the World War;
Chicago, printed in 1937.
Complete in 11-volumes.
Contributing Editors: William Kenneth Boyd, Edgar Dawson, William Scott Ferguson, et al...

Complete 11-volume set of the National Patron of Honor Edition.
Registered to Fritz Huntinger's children by their father who served in the Military Forces of Germany During World War One.
Signed on the dedication page by the National Commander of the Disabled American Veterans of the World War.

In Very Good condition. The leather is supple and fresh, all hinges are strongly attached, a couple are rubbed, predominately volume 5 and volume 7, with volume 5 starting and having been archivally sealed. Some general signs of rubbing/usage wear. No writing except for the National Commander's signature. Very fresh bright and clean, these appear free of foxing.

This set provides a unique snapshot into the world's history and into the thinking of American veterans at the end of the first World War, optimistically thought to be the "war to end all war." Its objective of understanding America's role in a turbulent world is particularly timely. This thorough collection is not only for those who love beautifully wrought books, but also for those interested in history, war, peace, and in remembering those who sacrifice in times of strife.

These 11 volumes tell the history of the world: ancient, medieval, and modern-and the history of the United States though the end of the first great World War. In addition to text, the set tells its story via thousands of black and white and color photographs and illustrations, and via hundreds of maps and charts, many color fold-outs.

From the foreword: " we have emerged from a world war, fought on our part to determine whether this nation, or any nation, may choose its way in peace. Five million Americans were called to the colors, and two million went overseas. Fifty thousand remain there forever. With the shock of this titanic conflict fresh in our experience, we now seek to understand its causes. Whether or not we may desire it, our interests have been drawn beyond America to the common problems of mankind. We are realizing that to comprehend the history of the United States one must know the history of the world. To promote, then, the intelligent civic insight that is one of the highest attributes of Americanism, this survey of the world's past has been prepared."

This would make an excellent gift and/or addition to any fine library.
Antiquarian books make a great investment, are only going up in value, and are sure to increase the aura of any room or office!

We will pack very securely to ensure safe arrival at your doorstep.
All books are individually wrapped and professionally padded.
We double wrap, and will leave plenty of space between this purchase and the walls of the box. We fill this space with plenty of padding to provide additional protection during shipping.

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