Gorgeous set, beautifully bound in publisher's full dark brown cloth, gilt decoration and titles on spines and covers, AEG, silk endpapers. Each volume is lavishly illustrated with full-page, tissue-protected photogravures, wood engravings and typogravures. Volumes 1 & 2 focus on Soldiers and Sailors, Volumes 3 & 4 on Statesmen and Sages, Volumes 5 & 6 on Workmen and Heroes, and Volumes 7 & 8 on Artists and Authors. Each volume 204 pp. . Covers lightly rubbed, corners mildly worn, heads and heels worn, interiors crisp and clean, all illustrations bright and clear. VERY GOOD. . B&W Illustrations. 4to (12 x 9.5")