Hardcover, bound in genuine maroon leather stamped with gold decoration. 506 pages. Notes, Bibliography, Index. A quality Easton Press production with all the refinements that go to make this a truly fine binding: bound in satin ribbon marker, all edges gilt, raised spine, 22kt gold stamping, smyth-sewn binding, acid free archival paper and full genuine leather binding. Customarily a two-page broad-side – Collector’s Notes from The Library of the Presidents and unused publisher’s bookplate laid-in loose, (unverified as this copy still sealed). Published (2003). A well written biography of the 15th President of the United whose tenure in office saw the beginning of the Civil War. No previous ownership marks. Brand new copy in shrink wrap.