Wonders of Science in Modern Life 1912 Henry Smith Williams 9 Vol Set Funk Book
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| Management number | 36576934 | Release Date | 2026/01/07 | List Price | $41.99 | Model Number | 36576934 | ||
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Up for sale is a beautiful near-complete set of "The Wonders of Science in Modern Life" by Henry Smith Williams, published in 1912 by Funk & Wagnalls.
This 9-volume collection is a masterpiece of early 20th-century educational history, featuring striking Art Nouveau cover art and detailed silver-stamped spines that make an incredible visual statement on any bookshelf. These volumes represent the height of scientific optimism from the Edwardian era, covering everything from the conquest of the air to the mechanical arts and industry.
Please note that this lot includes Volumes 1, 2, and 4 through 10; Volume 3 is missing from this set. The books are in solid vintage condition with straight spines and clean cloth boards. In keeping with their 100-plus-year age, there is natural foxing and tanning throughout the pages of each volume, which adds to their authentic antique character
Perfect for collectors of scientific history or as a high-end decorative library addition.
| Category | Vintage & collectibles > Antique > Book |
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| Brand | None |
| Condition | Good |
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