This bundle includes four vintage fiction books. 'A Candle for St. Jude' by Rumer Godden was published in 1948 by The Viking Press, in a Book Club Edition. 'The Prodigal Women' by Nancy Hale, from The Sun Dial Press in 1942, is a Sun Dial Press Reprint Edition. 'The Four Winds' by David Beaty, published in 1954 by William Morrow & Co., is also a Book Club Edition. 'I am Lidian' by Naomi Babson, from Harcourt, Brace & Co. in 1951, is a Book Club Edition as well. The books are in good condition. All dust jackets have some damage like rubbing, tears, creasing, fading, or staining. The dust jackets are brittle. All covers have minimal damage such as shelf wear, minor denting, and soiling on spines. All books have deckled pages, colored tops that have faded, and minor sunning and discoloration. Some books have staining on text boxes and pastedowns. 'St. Jude' has darker pages and some text smearing on page 5, but is still readable. All bindings are tight, and 'St. Jude' comes with ephemera.
These vintage fiction books are great for collectors or readers who enjoy classic literature. To use them, simply open the book and start reading. When handling, be gentle as the dust jackets are brittle and may break easily. Store the books in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent further fading and discoloration. If you notice any loose pages, you can use some acid - free glue to reattach them carefully. For the stains, avoid using any harsh cleaning agents as they may damage the pages. Just enjoy these unique pieces of literary history!
