This is an incredibly rare copy of "Instructions To Light-Keepers And Masters Of Light-House Vessels". It is the only original copy which we can find, currently available for sale. The book is bound in the publisher's black cloth and features 37 plates, the majority of which are folding. This copy has been generally well cared for and it remains in Fair condition. It is an incredible piece if maritime engineering history and it would make a wonderful addition to any private library. CONDITION & FEATURES - Fair overall condition - Extremely Rare - Original 1902 Printing - 37 plates (most folding) - all are complete, some creases & small tears here & there - Some text & plates have amendments inserted / affixed - Publisher's original black cloth Boards & Spine - some staining - Gilt stamped Title to Front Board - Text-block is complete - 55 pages - Pages are generally straight - some thumbing to the fore-edge throughout - Boards are generally straight - some minor edge wear - Bindings are secure - Front Hinge appears to have been glued - Possibly missing Front Free Endpaper and unknown pages after the Index at the rear ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- SUMMARY - The United States Light-House Establishment - Instructions To Light-Keepers And Masters Of Light-House Vessels - By Authority Of The Light-House Board - First Edition, Printed 1902 - Published by Government Printing Office, Washington - Hardback ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- CONDITION TERMINOLOGY Fine (F): An excellent copy, showing next to no wear. Likely unread. Near Fine (NF): Small signs of wear, but still an excellent copy. Possibly unread. Very Good (VG): A very good copy. Expect a few signs of wear but nothing overtly detrimental to the book. Lightly read. Good (G): A generally very good copy, but with the possibility of either a large number of minor defects, or a few more significant defects which will be noted. Fair: An average book that has complete text pages but may lack endpapers, half-title, etc. Binding, jacket (if any), etc., may also be worn. May require repairs. Poor: A book that is heavily worn, possibly with broken joints, hinges, missing pages, etc. Generally only rare books are sold in this condition. Likely to require repairs. ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- SHIPPING Please be aware; you may be liable for locally payable customs/duties/import taxes, in addition to shipping charges. Most international parcels are shipped via Royal Mail, UPS, Evri or DPD. Delivery usually takes 3-7 working days and is fully trackable.