Description
First edition of Missouri Compromise by Tristram Coffin, inscribed by President Harry Truman on the half title.
Octavo, 315pp. Brown cloth, title in gilt on spine, embossed illustration on front cover. Stated “first edition” on copyright page. In publishers near fine dust jacket, retail price on front flap, bright illustrations and vibrant colors. (Burns, 0112) Inscribed by President Harry Truman: “To Frank Glena from Harry Truman. 12/19/56. Frank – This is a lot of hooey! HST.”