Description
The Works of Theodore Roosevelt, the Memorial Edition, from a limited edition of 1050 copies signed by Edith Kermit Roosevelt. Octavo, [24 Volumes]. Publishers maroon cloth, title in gilt on spine. Fading to spine, fairly uniform, with additional spotting on a few volumes. Top edge gilt, uncut edges. Illustrated end papers with previous owners stamp on front free end paper. From a limited edition of 1050, of which 1000 are for sale and 50 are for presentation by first lady Edith Kermit Roosevelt. This set is number 96 of 1050, signed by Edith Kermit Roosevelt on the limitation page.
Comments: Theodore Roosevelt served as the 26th President of the United States. He was a prolific author, writing more than 18 books during his lifetime, beginning with “The Naval War of 1812” in 1882. His other notable works include The Winning of the West, African Game Trails, and The Rough Riders. This is a complete collection of all his writings, in 24 separate volumes, produced after his death in 1919.
