Peace Given, Signed (2 results)

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the Treaty of Portsmouth, signed in 1905, which sought to end the Russo-Japanese War. The author argues that the treaty, brokered by President Theodore Roosevelt, failed in its goal of bringing lasting peace, and instead contributed to increased bloodshed and destruction within Russia. The author bolsters this viewpoint by recounting numerous instances of unrest, violence, and economic decline in Russia following the treaty. The author goes on to criticize Roosevelt's motives for intervening, suggesting that he was more concerned with protecting American interests than promoting peace. Ultimately, the book argues that the Treaty of Portsmouth stands as a cautionary tale against international meddling and the pursuit of peace at any cost. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Softcover. Condition: Near Fine. Quarto. 119 leaves printed rectos only. Typed and photocopied sheets in velux plastic binder with clear front, pencil note: "Pasternak ref[erence]" on front wrap. Slight toning on the plastic, about fine. Laid in is a Typed Letter Signed from Peter B. Howard sending this appraisal along to another bookseller: "I made an extra copy or two but you are the only ones I can think who might find a purpose for it." Irwin "Toby" Holtzman was a major collector of modern literature, and donated several important collections to institutions. The contents includes both standard bookseller descriptions, as well as photocopies of mostly handwritten index cards with copy specific information. One of only a few copies.