The Boy Scout Encyclopedia: Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Explorers

Grant, Bruce; Mastri, Fiore (Illustrator); Mastri, Jackie (Illustrator)

Published by Rand McNally & Company, New York, New York, U.S.A., 1952

Language: English

Condition: Near Fine Hardcover

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A FIRST EDITION, First ("A") printing from 1952, of this fundamental manual, officially issued under the direction of the Boy Scouts of America, aimed at "every red-blooded boy who loves outdoor life.'' "Here are presented the skills of the Boy Scout, th wisdom of the woods, the craft of the Indian.& the color, drama, & zest that make Southing the greatest game for boys on earth." Its "easy-to-read text covers more than 450 subjects, illustrated with nearly 200 drawings & dramatic full-page pictures" by Fiore & Jackie Mastri. With scout green cloth-covered boards stamped with gilt lettering & insignia to front & spine, this hardcover small 4to (7.75" x 10.25") is in Near Fine condition: completely clean save for random foxed spots to all endpapers & throughout front matter. Binding straight & strong, pages white & unmarked. The price-clipped DJ is VG+: colorful & b right with a tad of rubbing to flap seams, slight chipping at lower-flap edge side of front cover; handsomely protected in new mylar cover free! A wonderful gift for scouts of all ages! Our photos depict the Exact book you will receive, never "stock" images of books we don't actually have! Same day shipping on all orders received by 2 pm Weekdays (Pacific); later orders, weekends & holidays ship very next business day. Seller Inventory # 022362

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Title: The Boy Scout Encyclopedia: Cub Scouts, Boy ...

Publisher: Rand McNally & Company, New York, New York, U.S.A.

Publication Date: 1952

Binding: Hardcover

Illustrator: Mastri, Fiore; Mastri, Jackie

Condition: Near Fine

Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good

Edition: First Edition First Printing

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