This remarkable antique book, 'The Century Cyclopedia of Names', edited by Benjamin E. Smith and published by The Century Co. in 1894, is a true gem. Despite being an ex-library item, it offers a wealth of knowledge. The book is in acceptable condition. The cover shows heavy soiling, staining, scuffing, and flaking with some material loss. The spine is also heavily stained, rubbed, and split, with material loss and scuffing on edges and corners. The corners are rounded. Pastedowns and free - endpapers are soiled, and there's a bookplate on the front pastedown. The front pastedowns and flyleaves are torn. The text block has tanned due to age, but readability remains unaffected. Page 1059 is disconnected from the binding, and pages 1061 to 1069 are loose. However, all pages are still readable, making it a great addition for antique book collectors.
This antique book is mainly for reading and collecting. When handling it, be gentle as the binding is weak, especially around page 1059 and pages 1061 - 1069 which are loose. To avoid further damage to the cover and spine, don't bend the book too much. Store it in a dry and cool place to prevent any more tanning of the pages. If you want to clean it, use a soft, dry cloth to gently wipe the surface. But be careful not to cause any more flaking or loss of material from the cover and spine. Enjoy exploring the valuable knowledge within this unique antique!
