1927 American “The Pocket University - Volume VIII, Part I: American Wit and Humor” Hardcover Book

Up for sale is a 1927 American “The Pocket University - Volume VIII, Part I: American Wit and Humor” Hardcover Book! It measures 4 3/8” by 6 11/16” around the outside cover. The piece is in great overall condition with minor signs of wear consistent with its age and use (all pages intact; some scattered light surface wear to outside cover). Please message us if you have any questions. Thanks!

Step back into early 20th century American publishing with this classic 1927 edition of The Pocket University (Volume VIII, Part I: American Wit and Humor), edited by renowned editor Thomas L. Masson and published for Nelson Doubleday, Inc. by Doubleday, Page & Company. Designed to bring essential literary works into home libraries, this specific volume gathers an entertaining collection of classic 19th and early 20th century American comedic prose, satirical sketches, and light essays. Bound in the series' signature textured golden-tan flexible limp binding with blind-stamped corner flourishes, elegant spine detailing, and vintage typography, this book carries an authentic historical patina. Whether listed as a targeted replacement volume for a collector completing their set, an addition to a humor literature collection, or a decorative display piece for a rustic shelf or library vignette, this compact vintage volume combines rich American literary history with classic 1920’s visual charm.

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