Signed book: The Dew Drop: A Tribute of Affection for MDCCCLIII. Philadelphia: Lippincott, Grambo & Co., 1853. Hardcover, 5.25 x 7.5, 328 pages. Signed on the first free end page in ink with his ownership signature, "Franklin D. Roosevelt, Hyde Park," adding, "Sartain Plates," to identify the illustrator/engraver, John Sartain. In fine condition, with some light soiling to the signed page. Book condition: VG-/None, with losses and rubbing to spine, scuffing and rubbing to boards, and an unrelated presentation inscription above FDR's signature.
Includes two unsigned books from Roosevelt's personal library: Explication des Évangiles des Dimanches, Vol. III, by C. G. Luzerne, Paris: Méquignon Junior, 1836; and Les Petits Prophetes (Vol. XII), Cologne: Jean de la Pierre, 1714. Both sold as part of lot 143, 'The Roosevelt Era' sale, Christie’s New York, 14 February 2001. In good to very good condition.
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