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Ransom, John L : John Ransom's Diary

Paul S. Eriksson, Inc., New York, 1963

[1963] Hardcover and dustjacket; brown binding, gilt lettering, decorative endpapers, 281 pages plus publisher’s note page. Condition of hardcover: Covers lifting a tad; age toned (faint old liquid stain), top edge age darken. Former owner’s name and date (August 8, 1963) on first free endpaper. Text block: Slight wave of paper to upper corners. Scattered age toning, old damp stains, and foxing. Overall: Very Good. No tears or cracks to hinges or joints. No writing in text or torn pages. Not a former library book. Dustjacket: Piece of dustjacket at foot of spine panel missing; small pinholes; age toning and light foxing; else overall Very Good. Price intact on flap. Dustjacket protected in Mylar cover. The book is a first-hand account of the Civil War, considered one of the best by Bruce Catton. The author, Brigade Quartermaster of the Ninth Michigan Cavalry, was only 20 years old when he became a prisoner of war in eastern Tennessee in 1863. He wrote about his experiences – a straightforward diary, free of the embroideries and purple passages of many an author of the time. A vivid and valuable picture of life in Confederate prisons. Note: We are a well-established, well-respected, ethical book dealer in business since 1991. We describe the condition of our books thoroughly and honestly, so you'll know exactly what you will be receiving when you order. We have earned continuous five-star ratings from new and existing customers. We will be pleased to serve you.. Book Condition: Very Good. Binding: Hard Cover. Jacket: Very Good