Word Shadows of the Great: The Lure of Autograph Collecting

Offering this hardcover book about collecting signatures: "Word Shadows of the Great: The Lure of Autograph Collecting," by Thomas F. Madigan. New York: Frederick A. Stokes Company, 1931, 1st edition. Filled with b/w illustrations throughout, including with 41 signature reproductions and handwriting in half-tone (photo plates) and 12 in line. The frontis illustration is a plate reproduction of the autograph manuscript of Lincoln's Gettysburg Address, followed by a tissue guard and then the title page. Rich brown hardcover with white and gold title design on front, gilt lettering on spine. Signature-decorated endpapers, index included in the rear, 300 pages. The overall condition is Very Good. There is mild age toning to the page edges and gentle bumping and wear to the cover. Inside is clean and unmarked. A nice, solid copy.