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Illustrated First Edition "The Indians' Book" by Natalie Curtis, 1907

Item Details

Title and Author/Editor The Indians’ Book: An Offering by the American Indians of Indian Lore, Musical and Narrative, to Form a Record of the Songs and Legends of Their Race (Natalie Curtis)
Genre History, Reference
Type of Illustration Halftone
Binding Original cloth
Publisher or Printer Harper & Brothers
Publication Year 1907
Period Early 20th Century
Place of Publication New York
Edition Statement First Edition
Language English
Number of Books 1
Additional Information An illustrated first edition copy of The Indians’ Book edited by Natalie Curtis. This volume compiles stories, music, and illustrations from across multiple Native American tribes to form a reference for Indigenous American art and storytelling. It also contains a facsimile letter from President Theodore Roosevelt.

Condition

- shaken but tight binding, loose hinges, page discoloration, edge wear, bowing, bumped and cocked spine, and rubbing to cloth with a slight tear to title page; graphite inscription and ink marks to front free endpaper and front pastedown.

Dimensions

2.0" W x 10.0" H x 7.25" D

Item #

ITMG105087

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