Horatio Alger: Or, The American hero era

Gardner, Ralph D

ISBN 10: 0668044667 ISBN 13: 9780668044660

Published by Arco Publishing Company, Inc., New York, 1978

Language: English

Condition: Used - Near fine Hardcover

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Horatio Alger, or The American Hero Era: Ragged Dick Series by Ralph D. Gardner. Published by Arco Publishing Company, 1978 ? First Edition. Book Condition / Dust Jacket Condition: Book: Near Fine (library binding, not ex-library). Library binding edition with burgundy reinforced boards in excellent condition with bright gilt lettering. Clean, tight, and square with minimal handling wear. Spine lettering clear and sharp. Corners crisp. Interior pages clean and unmarked with no stamps, pockets, or markings?not ex-library despite library binding format.One small 1" stain on upper edge of first free end page. Dust Jacket: Very Good - Original dust jacket present and price intact at $10.00 (see photos); edge curling with repaired tears and some chips; intact and retains good gloss and color (see photos) Printing Identification Note: Arco titles of this period often state ?First Edition? without number lines. The library binding format indicates a reinforced issue intended for institutional durability, not an ex-library copy. Horatio Alger, or The American Hero Era examines the enduring appeal of Horatio Alger?s Ragged Dick stories and their role in shaping the American ideal of self-made success. Ralph D. Gardner explores the cultural and literary significance of Alger?s work within the broader context of American social history.

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Title: Horatio Alger: Or, The American hero era
Publisher: Arco Publishing Company, Inc., New York
Publication Date: 1978
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0668044667
ISBN 13: 9780668044660
Binding: Hardcover
Edition: 1st Edition
Condition: Near Fine
Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good
Weight: 718 grams

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Revised Edition. A fine copy in a very good dust jacket. The dust jacket is chipped at the spine tips and rubbed at the corners. Some small tears and creases to the panels' edges. Includes "Road to Success: The Bibliography of the Works of Horatio Alger". Signed by Gardner on the front fly.

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