1897 Hamlet on the Hill and Other Poems William Phipps 1st Edition Antique Book

by William H. Phipps

$115 · Offered by eBay

First edition

Title: The Hamlet on the Hill: and Other Poems Author: William H. Phipps Publication Date: 1897 (First Edition) Publisher: Star Printing Co., Pittsburg, PA. Description & Historical Significance: Up for sale is a rare, original 1897 First Edition copy of The Hamlet on the Hill: and Other Poems by William H. Phipps. While primarily a collection of regional Pennsylvania rural poetry, this volume holds significant historical cross-appeal due to its interior illustrations. Most notably, it features a printed historical photo plate of the "SPAULDING HOUSE - Where Book of Mormon was written". This is a crucial piece of late-19th-century material culture interacting with the "Spaulding-Rigdon theory" of Book of Mormon authorship, making it a compelling addition to any collection of early LDS history, counter-history, or Pennsylvania regional ephemera. Condition: This antique volume is in Fair to Good condition given its age: Cover/Spine: Original brown cloth boards show standard shelf wear, rubbing at the corners, and minor age-related scuffing. Binding: The front inner hinge is split/cracked, causing the front cover to be loose from the main text block. The binding remains attached but should be handled carefully. Pages: Text block is secure. Pages show expected age-toning/browning along the edges but remain clean, flat, and completely readable. No significant writing or heavy staining inside.. *Comes from a smoke free home.

• Publisher: Star Printing Co.
• Year: 1897
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Good

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